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<p>Blackbird&nbsp;</p><p>Friday 24 October&nbsp;</p><p>8:00pm &ndash; 3:00am</p><p>Register for presale now</p><p>Tickets on sale Thursday 28 August</p><p>Few DJs embody house music quite like <strong>Mark Farina</strong>. Known worldwide for his legendary extended sets, Farina seamlessly moves between his iconic <em>Mushroom Jazz</em> grooves and deep <em>Chicago House</em> selections.</p><p>Originally from Chicago and later based in San Francisco, Farina has been shaping the sound of house since the early &rsquo;90s. Through his celebrated <em>Mushroom Jazz</em> series and label <strong>Great Lakes Audio</strong>, his tastemaking skills continue to inspire both seasoned dance music veterans and newcomers alike.</p><p>While exploring purist forms of house, Farina pioneered <em>Mushroom Jazz</em> &mdash; a blend of acid jazz, West Coast organic sounds, and urban beats &mdash; a style that remains uniquely his own.</p><p>Farina&rsquo;s many appearances in Brisbane since the early &rsquo;90s are the stuff of local legend. His deep connection with the city&rsquo;s house community is undeniable &mdash; if you know, you know.</p><p>After a long break from touring Australia, his recent return saw <strong>two sold-out Brisbane shows in record time</strong>. Now, he&rsquo;s back for a specially curated <strong>exclusive extended set</strong>.</p><p>Set in the stunning <strong>Blackbird Riverside</strong>, this indoor/outdoor event will be powered by the world-renowned <strong>L-Acoustics sound system</strong> &mdash; delivering natural, dynamic, and precise sound, perfectly tuned for the detail and energy of house music.</p><p>Blackbird is housed in Brisbane&rsquo;s <strong>Riverside Centre</strong>, a Bauhaus-inspired landmark designed by Austrian-born architect <strong>Harry Seidler</strong>. With sweeping views of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge, it&rsquo;s one of the city&rsquo;s most iconic settings.</p>

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