Yawning Man

Mario Lalli & The Rubber Snake Charmers

Sean Wheeler

In between ego death and resurrection is... PURGATORY.  
  
Beats Cartel is back with the third instalment of annual minifest Purgatory, this time returning the clouded legions to the Gold Coast for what will be a massive day of sonic experimentation come Easter Sunday.  
  
Formed in the sun-baked deserts of Southern California, **Yawning Man** are pioneers of the desert rock sound—hypnotic, instrumental, and deeply atmospheric.  
  
With roots stretching back to the generator parties of the early Palm Desert scene, their music blends surf-inflected psychedelia, loose improvisation, and expansive groove, influencing generations of heavy and experimental bands worldwide.  
  
This Australian tour sees Yawning Man joined by **Mario Lalli and the Rubber Snake Charmers** (feat. **Sean Wheeler**), delivering a rare and powerful slice of authentic desert culture—raw, soulful, and unmistakably from the source.  
  
Joining the US pioneers in Purgatory are Melbourne face-punchers **Grim Rhythm**, Brisbane edge-pushing Psych crew **Holystone**, local experimental and much loved crews **Cannabyss** and **Zenith** plus straight up and down rock venue faves **Handful of Helmet**.  
  
A mammoth lineup to ride the wave between heaven and hell. See you at Purgatory!  
  
Doors at 3pm.  ALL AGES EVENT. Bring the fam for an Easter desert treat.  Public holiday the next day.  
  
**Purgatory 3 feat. Yawning Man (USA)  
with Mario Lalli and the Rubber Snake Charmers feat. Sean Wheeler (USA) and more**  
**Mo's Desert Clubhouse**   
**Sunday 05 April 2026 // 3pm doors  
$50 + BF online GA or $60 on the door / $20 u18 Ticket (under 5s FREE) // ALL AGES**  
_\*all u18 guests must be accompanied by a direct parent or guardian and out of the venue by 10pm_  
  
Mo's is Burleigh Heads' most loved music venue, licensed bars, creative studios and cultural hub.  
The Warehouse & El Ranchero both boast epic bar menus, cocktails and craft beers.    
Mo's is a fully licensed venue, all guests are required to show ID on entry.  
Tickets will only be refunded through event cancellation or production of a medical certificate within 24hrs of show doors.

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Yawning Man (Usa) - Gold Coast

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