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August 30–September 5, 2012 Central West Photo News
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WORDS:CHRIS BENNETTS
GAME OF THE WEEK NEW SUPER MARIO BROS. 2 NINTENDO 3DS $68 // G // DEvElOPER: NINTENDO
New Super Mario Bros. 2 is a traditional side-scrolling game. It’s a direct sequel to the original 2006 DS title and the Wii version also. As with previous versions, the game looks great and is overall solid, with lively visuals and great character animation. For more serious gamers, they will be pleased to know that the Mario game now includes tighter, more responsive controls compared to before where the characters were never able to stop directly on a dime. Collecting coins has always played a vital part in the series, yet it’s now all about grabbing them. There’s also the added bonus of a special surprise for each player who is able to collect one million in total. The games “SpotPass” functionality lets the gamer compare Coin Rush times and Coin Counts, which adds a more personal alternative to leader boards. Even with all its new features, the main problem with the game is hard to pin down. While the graphics are good, they lack individuality; the music is good, but doesn’t set it apart from the series. It’s still a great game, but can feel extremely monotone at times. The levels and challenges are also too easy. Previous additions have always provided a solid plat-forming challenge, yet it seems to now be toned down. Whilst the game doesn’t overly hand out “1ups”, you’ll be able to collect that many coins that can be used for extra lives that it doesn’t really matter. New Super Mario Bros. 2 is good, but like the saying goes: you can never go home again. It’s a great-looking game with excellent plat-forming and some great new additions. Most gamers will find themselves plugging away at the Coin Rush feature, because it’s something of a competition complex, but something still feels off or lacking in the game. It’s welcoming to newcomers, but hardcore fans should be prepared, things aren’t like they used to be. BM
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A SHILLING
FOR YOUR THOUGHTS POUR YOURSElF A SPRITZER AND lOOSEN YOUR WAIST-BElT—ThE ShIllINGS ARE BACK AT ThE 4lOOR! One of the most exciting and talented bands to come out of Orange in recent years ‘Mary on a Shilling’ will make their much anticipated return to the 4loor this Saturday night! The band, featuring some of the town’s most talented musicians, has gained a legion of fans for their wildly eclectic sound, rambunctious live show and the evergreen beard of banjoist Michael Swift.
Guitarist Ben McGarity said the band have been working hard on new material and are itching to get out and perform. “We’re really excited about this one, we’ve been writing constantly and feel that our song writing has improved immeasurably”, he says. “There is something for everyone in this Saturday’s set—we’ve got; Pirate, Blues, Western, Moroccan, Cuban,
Mexican and Dream-pop tunes amongst others”. Mary on a Shilling will be joined by The Dicksons, Taos and Haylee Gallagher. Check out our 4loor preview below for more information. It’s set to be a massive 4loor this weekend... so if you’ve never experienced one... this will be the one to attend! It all kicks off at 8:30pm at the Hotel.
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What’s hot on the music charts
ICE CREAM PARLOUR
Australian artists shine on charts
WHAT’S ON FOR SATuRdAy, SEP 1 with JAY OwEN 1
Hello again music-lovers of all denominations.. September’s dose of 4 On The 4loor contains 75% local product. Four acts that are guaranteed to tickle your earolumbus. First off the block will be THE DICKSONS Quartet fronted by Caitlin Dickson who recently excelled in the local musical production; ‘Showtrain’.
Cnr George & Church Sts, Bathurst 6331 8088 • 0413 019 929
Playing a tasteful selection of originals and covers; Caitlin, Rod Dickson, Alex Hulak and Jack Seirra will get your 4loor off to a healthy start.
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TAOS Coming to us from Sydney with a swag-full of memorable original songs, Taos will be launching his latest single; ‘Snake Eyes’. Check out his weidsville clip for ‘The Giver’on Your-Tube.
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MARY ON A SHILLING Back to The 4loor come Tegan and her boys; ready to serve up an eclectic mix of toe-tapping, foot-stomping, fingersnapping spleen-jumping groove-tunes. WARNING! Has been known to induce seasickness. HAYLEE GALLAGHER Molong’s favourite singer has been getting some well-deserved press of late. Haylee has an ever-increasing repertoire of originals which will delight one and all. A most excellent way to finish a 4loor. (No varnish jokes, ta).
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So... There are most of the pieces. The nite just needs YOU to complete it. Be there...or....be somewhere else... It’s your call, Sugar-Plum Fairies. Ps: Congrats to SEVERED DEMONS who had their song ‘Trelucabeth’ played on Rage three times recently. High-fives for local music!! Later..
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AUSTRALIAN artists have topped the ARIA singles, albums and country chart for a second week in a row. Guy Sebastian’s new single Battle Scars remains in pole position while The Sapphires soundtrack continues to reign over the albums chart. And Adam Brand’s record There Will Be Love has again topped the country chart. Australian singles chart 1 (1) Battle Scars – Guy Sebastian 2 (2) Boom Boom – Justice Crew 3 (13) We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together – Taylor Swift 4 (-) Skinny Love – Birdy 5 (3) One More Night – Maroon 5 6 (5) Good Time – Owl City feat. Carly Rae Jepsen 7 (-) Hall of Fame – The Script feat. will.i.am 8 (14) Turn Up The Love – Far East Movement/Cover Drive 9 (4) Some Nights – fun. 10 (6) Spectrum (Say My Name) – Florence + The Machine Australian albums chart 1 (1) The Sapphires – Soundtrack 2 (16) Birdy – Birdy 3 (-) Four – Bloc Party 4 (-) Elvis By Request: The Australian Fan Edition – Elvis Presley 5 (2) + – Ed Sheeran 6 (3) Some Nights – fun. 7 (-) Fear & Freedom – Ricki-Lee 8 (8) Overexposed – Maroon 5 9 (6) The Ol’ Razzle Dazzle – Missy Higgins 10 (7) My Journey – Karise Eden