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Contents Issue No. 1009 Tuesday 18 May, 2010 All entries must be sent to giveaways@drummedia.com.au and include your full name, address and a contact number. Please note – prizes that are to be collected from the office must be done within four weeks of notification of winning.
DRUM MEDIA Giveaways – Look to your left for free stuff, silly!
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Mailbag – your say on what floats your boat or makes the red mist descend.
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The News – just like it says, with opinions, tours, releases, Backlash, Frontlash and Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood talks up his classical side as the ACO perform one of his works.
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Wagons and Those Darlins – their tour may contain drinking.
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Collaboration is hard according to Broken Social Scene.
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Kate Nash thinks of herself as an idiot, a nerd and incredibly annoying. 42 Batrider’s album took a while to come out, but they don’t regret it when it was because they played heaps of shows in Europe and America. 44
BIFFY CLYRO
Joey Cape employs the artistic talents of his six-year-old daughter. 45 There’s more hope for Biffy Clyro.
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The last five years have comparatively been a “fucking walk in the park” for Courtney Love, who emerges with a new Hole album. 48 Diana Anaid wants to touch people’s lives and make a difference for them. 50
THE HOLIDAYS
COP SOME BIFFY Fresh out of Ayrshire, Scotland’s Biffy Clyro are finally making international waves, their fourth album, Puzzle, and now fifth album, Only Revolutions, blowing things wide open for them, the latter including a special guest collaboration with Queens of The Stone Age frontman Josh Homme. Anyway, as you’ll all know, Biffy Clyro are playing the Metro Theatre Thursday and we happen to have two double passes to the show to give away, so email us with Biffy Clyro concert giveaway in the subject line by midday Thursday.
KATY’S BACK IN TOWN Katy Steele has been happily settling into her newly adopted hometown New York City, though, as she puts it, “I’ve never felt so challenged, pressured, pushed and alive before. It’s exactly what I wanted”. It’s been the creative challenge in particular she’s felt she needed at this point in her career. Anyway, she’s popping back this week for a bit of a solo trip armed with her guitar, keyboards, a swag of songs and that unmistakable voice and is playing Notes on Saturday, supported by Skipping Girl Vinegar’s Mark Lang. We have two Katy Steele prize packs, each including a double pass to the show and a signed poster to give away so email us with Katy Steele giveaway in the subject line by 5pm Thursday.
THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING It was obvious Sydneysiders The Holidays had to follow their last single, Moonlight Hours, with a tune titled Golden Sky, as day follows night, right? It’s all leading up of course to the debut album, which is nearly ready to roll. Meanwhile, they’re hitting the Oxford Art Factory Thursday 27 May and we happen to have two double passes to the show to give away, so, get emailing us with The Holidays giveaway in the subject line by 5pm Tuesday 25 and get in for free.
TONE DEFEAT MY EAR! Yes folks, it’s Tone Defeat Round 3, the regular Thursday night new bands showcase at the Annandale Hotel, getting stronger and more popular by the week. This Thursday sees Tone Defeat hosting Capa Capo, The Company, Dead Muppets and Stephanie Says. Once again we have ten double passes to the night to give away, so on your marks, get set and email us with Tone Defeat giveaway in the subject line by midday Thursday.
ALL OUR FRIENDS ARE YOURS The finest in contemporary dance/club music and culture takes place Saturday 5 June, with the University of Canberra is hosting a huge bash they’ve dubbed All Our Friends, with a line-up to boggle the mind and get the tastebuds drooling – Laidback Luke, Tiga, Steve Aoki, Proxy live, Felix Da Housecat, Joachim Garraud, Tiga, Sonic C, Felix Cartal, Concord Dawn, Klute, Nadastrom, The Aston Shuffle and Skool of Thought and stacks more. It’s a festival-grade event in the intimacy of a club, running midday till 3am. There are three double passes to give away to the event only, so, if you’re up for the party of a lifetime, email us with All Our Friends giveaway in the subject line by 5pm Tuesday 25 May. • 28 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
Sianna Lee regains her love for making music.
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When outgoings exceed incomings, Epicure decide it’s time to call it a day.
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You may not have heard of The Coronas, but in their native Ireland they bump off big names like Snow Patrol and U2 to win awards.
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Brian Chase & Seth Misterka interpret jazz standards and use that as a starting point for improvisation.
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Jackie Marshall becomes more true to herself.
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On The Record reviews new release albums and singles from Cloud Control, The Hold Steady, Minus The Bear and more. 54 Andrew Haug fills us in on the metal world as he makes The Racket.
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Stu Harvey delivers a Short Fast Report on punk and hardcore.
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Scott Fitzsimons gets Young & Restless with all ages goings on.
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Viktor Krum asks you to Get It Together with the latest in hip hop.
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Dan Condon features the world of blues and roots with Roots Down.
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Michael Smith delivers some Blow with jazz and world music news.
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Go south as you enter Pedro Manoy’s Swamp Shack. 61
FRONT ROW The all new Drum Media arts section – we take a trip to the NIDA Open Day, engage in a little interactive theatre with Performance Space’s Hole In The Wall, catch up with the scribe behind the new Doctor Who, dabble in controversy at the Biennale and take a look at Robin Hood, New York I Love You and Bugs Bunny 62 At The Theatre.
LIVE It’s all here: gig reviews, tour guide, what’s happening this week, charts, gig guide, random shit, Mark Moldre gets nostalgic and works with childhood friends and Nicole Brophy finds ways to keep off the poverty line. 71 Finish Line hits hard with industry fact and conjecture.
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Adam Curley looks at life as a music video extra in The Breakdown.
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Backstage and BTL – your guide to studios, recording, courses and more. 90 The Classies – need a singer/bassist/ drummer/any other service/product you can think of? Your answer is here. And on iflog.com.au. 93
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DANCE OUT/FOLK IN Dear Drum, As I’m sure you’re well aware, Australia’s been through something of an indie-dance craze over the last couple of years, kicked off by acts like The Klaxons and locally Damn Arms (who started it but didn’t manage to finish it – enter the Midnight Juggernauts and Cut Copy) and a punter like myself has got the feeling that it’s on the way out. Sorry Cassette Kids, that delay on your album is going to cost you dearly and Empire Of The Sun far from impress the tastemakers – it’s a 2DayFM crowd that are lapping that up rather than a triple j one. But in looking for a new scene to take hold, it looks like Americana/folk might be the one. The hype around Fleet Foxes’ debut album seems to have left them dead in the water, stuck in a studio under the pressure and Bon Iver’s been quiet recently as well. Obviously Mumford & Sons have been the surprise of their year, their bluegrass incredibly infectious (even if listening to the album through feels like hearing a single through 11 times) and The Avett Brothers are being pushed as the follow-up to them. Justin Townes Earle has been garnering a lot more interest (will the kids latch onto album three) and the same goes for C.W. Stoneking. If this trend does eventuate and take over for a year or two hopefully it’ll stays true to the strict purity that folk – and particularly Americana – should adhere to. I’m in two minds whether I want it to go to masses, but at least I’ll enjoy the next few years of radio. Anything’s better than La Roux.
technological glitches would be avoided would be in action by now if it worked. Then again, don’t forget these were very popular gigs you were wanting to get tickets to. It was probably a simple case of demand outstripping supply in these cases. – Ed
SMALL MERCIES Dear Drum, In all the hoopla about buying tickets (or not) to Splendour, there has been one thing that has been overlooked – the absence of scalping. Remember the bad old days of festivals when tickets would sell out in quick time, kinda like they do now really, but only for a flood of tickets to hit the online auction sites? Once scalpers got a hold of them, they would be offloaded online for a price that was way more than the original. Not only would we get angry about missing out on tickets to a festival, but this anger would then be compounded by then seeing people flogging tickets online for exorbitant prices. Once I’d heard Splendour had sold out, just for fun I went online to see if I could find any for sale. And I found… nothing. So in that regards, something has been done to stamp out scalping, meaning that the people buying the tickets to Splendour are actually ones that genuinely want to go. Now we just have to figure out a way to get everyone who wants tickets a ticket and not have the system crash. Amanda Narrabeen
So, do we want the silly hairstyles of indie dance or the silly beards of Americana? – Ed
Does anyone else lament the loss of the tout who’d be out the front of the gig in a thick English accent flogging tickets to the gig? Just like having a beer before the show, it was kind of like a ritual to be accosted by someone from the UK asking if you wanted to buy tickets (or conversely, offload them). These online activities seem to have taken that away from us now. – Ed
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Here’s hoping. Jim Glenbrook
Dear Drum,
Dear Drum,
Another rant about ticketing! Just failed to get Metallica tickets online after also failing earlier to get tix for Splendour, I (and everyone else who writes in, I guess) have had enough! Re Splendour, I too had similar issues to those already mentioned (Mailbag #1008) where one minute I was like 5,000 odd and next I was 13,000... how do they explain that? Re Metallica (call me a loner?), I was only after one ticket and for all three Sydney shows Ticketek website kept saying limited availability or single seats only, yet every time I clicked to purchase it kept telling me my ONE ticket was not available even though it said on the side panel that they were! Aaaarrrrggghh!
I too have been pondering when something crosses into the mainstream why it is suddenly tarnish with the brush of not being any good any more (Mailbag #1008). What’s intriguing is when a band slogs away for years and has a fairly strong underground following, yet the second they get national airplay their credibility seems to disappear as quickly as their name gets wider known. It seems very fickle to dump a band just because your younger sister likes them now or you saw/heard their music via a medium that you deem inappropriate. Just try and forget where you heard/saw/read about an act and just listen to the song to determine whether it’s good or not.
My suggestion for a fairer system would be to release the tickets in say blocks of so many thousand at hourly (or random) intervals throughout the day, this would give us all a much better chance of securing tickets to our fave shows.
James Gymea I read about this band on the back of a toilet door. Does that give them cred or not? – Ed
Regards, Geoffrey Werrington Downs Hmm. Interesting suggestion the hourly staggered release of tickets. It would (you’d presume) take out those who had already bought tickets through an earlier round, meaning the load would get lighter as you went on throughout the allocated timeframe, which could make things quicker and easier. Then again, maybe this has been tried as you would assume any foolproof system where people got their tickets and
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INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
SLASH Okay, hands up anybody who can honestly say they didn’t expect tickets for the three Metallica Acer Arena shows Wednesday 10, Thursday 11 and Saturday 13 November to sell out in seconds flat! The Monday 16 August Enmore Theatre Slash show has proven so popular it’s been moved to the larger Hordern Pavilion. It’s still on the same day, with tickets bought for the Enmore valid for the Hordern.
AHEAD OF THE PACK
The reports coming back from The Soft Pack’s live performances are quite staggering. You can always tell the difference between manufactured hype and the real deal, “You have to see this band” word of mouth acclaim, and the raucous San Diego outfit are definitely the real thing (ask anyone who caught their CMJ or SXSW showcase performances. Recently announcing their debut Australian tour, the band will make a brief – but surely potent – visit to our fair city and the Oxford Art Factory Wednesday 7 July. Their debut and self-titled album is out now.
The Splendour Sydney sideshow for Irish three-piece Two Door Cinema Club Monday 2 August at the Oxford Art Factory has sold out.
Jamie Hay has scored the gig opening for Joey Cape and Tony Sly, frontmen of Californian pop punk bands Lagwagon and No Use For A Name respectively, when they play the Wollongong Uni Bar Sunday, the Annandale Hotel Wednesday 26 and the Cambridge Hotel Thursday. Local weekly YouTube contributor Mark Wilkinson has scored the dubious honour of opening for American crooner Michael Bolton Friday at the AIS Arena Canberra and Monday at the State Theatre.
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The Optionals, Local Resident Failure and Rust are the local guests joining Canadian punks SNFU when they hit town to play The Wall Wednesday 14 July.
Guy Sebastian hits the road on his national Bring Yourself tour that sees him play Penrith Panthers Sunday 20 June, Mounties Tuesday 22, the Southern Cross Club Canberra Wednesday 23, Wyong Leagues Thursday 24, Revesby Workers Friday 25, Bankstown Sports Thursday 29 July and Campbelltown Catholic Club Friday 30. Fresh from opening for Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu in Paris and the John Butler Trio in the UK, Mama Kin gets the chance to showcase her debut album, Beat And Holler, across Australia opening for The Cat Empire, their tour pulling into the ANU Uni Bar Sunday 28 August and the Hordern Pavilion Sunday 29.
STRUNG OUT
OUT IS ABOUT Returning to Australia to partake in the Come Together festival, legendary punk band Strung Out have announced a Sydney sideshow to accompany the rest of their national tour. The band are likely to be farming a set list from their latest album, Agents Of The Underground, which was a hark back to their earlier roots – much to the older fans’ delight. Playing the Annandale Hotel Thursday 3 June, you can also catch them at the Come Together Festival Saturday 12, and the previously announced Wollongong Uni Bar Sunday 12 and Cambridge Hotel Wednesday. Philadelphia’s The Loves Ones will appear as the support act.
VIVID GOES FREE
SIENNA SKIES Due to head off to join the Warped Tour caravan in the US, Melbourne’s Closure In Moscow are putting in two final Sydney shows, Thursday 27 May at the Mona Vale Hotel and Friday 28 at the Gaelic Theatre, joined both nights by Secrets In Scale and Sienna Skies. The latter Sydney-based six-piece plays their own headliner at the Bull & Bush Thursday. With SxSW and showcases in Los Angeles and New York under their collective belt, Melbourne’s Crayon Fields are heading up the Hume to headline the Oxford Art Factory in their first Sydney show for the year, joined by Parades and Step-Panther, Saturday 29 May. In what seems to have become an annual event, Richard Clapton, who hopes to publish his autobiography later this year, has booked the State Theatre for the third year in a row for a Saturday 7 August concert, this timed dubbed Acoustic Vs Electric. • 32• THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
DOG FREQUENCY Dog Trumpet, AKA Reg Mombassa and Peter O’Doherty, have finished off their new album, River Of Flowers, after three years spent writing and recording. The duo’s fifth full-lemgth release boasts perhaps some of their most personal and autobiographical work to date, beginning with the album’s first track, Mr Alcohol And Mrs Marijuana. Instrumentally, you can expect flavours of slide guitar, dobro, mandolin, Irish whistle, congas and, um, naturally, trumpet. To launch the album, they’ll be performing at The Vanguard on Saturday 29 May, in an all rare showing these days.
DJ/producer duo Autoerotique joins the We Love Sounds cavalcade in the Entertainment Quarter Saturday 12 June.
Joining Passion Pit in The Forum on their Sydney Splendour sideshow Monday 2 August are UK trio The Joy Formidable and our own Parades.
The August Magnificent, Dead Letter Chorus’ debut full-length did reasonable things in Australia, garnering a few fans but really failing to break out on a wider scale. In Canada, however, they can’t get enough of the Sydney-based indie-folk outfit, with such compliments as ‘Australia’s Arcade Fire’ being thrown around. So, if you didn’t take notice first time around, best you get on board with the new single, Covered By Snow, which preempts their forthcoming second album. Touring in support of the single they’ll be at The Front Café and Gallery Wednesday 16 June, The Harp Wollongong Thursday 17, The Clarendon Guesthouse Friday 18, The Brass Monkey Saturday 19, The Great Northern Thursday 24 and the Sandringham Hotel Saturday 2 July.
The second year of Vivid Live is still adding to the list of events happening during the Laurie Anderson/ Lou Reed-curated event. In what’s likely to be the last announcement, there’s been a series of both free and ticketed events. The Vivid Live at Lunchtime series at the Playhouse will see Laurie Anderson’s Show And Tell on Sunday 30 May, Eyvind Kang, Oren Ambarchi and Jessika Kenney Tuesday 1 June, Fenwat Bergamot Wednesday 2, Colin Stetson with Shara Worden Thursday 3, and Skuli Sverrisson’s Seria also Thursday 3. There’s also the Day For Night Movies, featuring documentaries, experimental art films and more that happens over three sessions Sunday 6 in the Concert Hall. Also announced are such weird and wonderful events such as Music For Dogs (Saturday 5, Northern Boardwalk), so check out the full listings on the website, or in next week’s Drum.
Blood, Sweat & Beers is back, showcasing the finest that Australia’s ground-level punk rock scene has to offer. Right at the top of the pile are Melbourne’s melodic punk masters Mid Youth Crisis, with the resurgent Sydney ska outfit Gilgamesh next in line. From Queensland come A Secret Death, while also from Melbourne are Identity Theft, Fear Like Us and The Go-Set and from Wollongong Steel City Allstars. They’re joined by Sydney’s finest, Surprise Wasp, Between The Devil And The Deep, Chinese Burns Unit and Lo!. Get rowdy at the Annandale Hotel, Saturday 10 July.
DOOMED SINGLE With three EPs and a full-length album to her name in just the last couple of years, there’s certainly been a steady build of momentum for Tara Simmons. The cello and sample-driven folk-pop has had her back in the studio at the moment as she works on a side project, the details of which will be revealed later. For now, Simmons will release a remix-heavy single, I Cannot Be Saved. To coincide with the release, she’ll be holding a residency in Brisbane throughout June, taking time out of that to play Ravál on Thursday 24 with her full band. Ainslie Wills and Emma Davis will be on hand, warming up the crowd.
IN SEARCH OF LOVES From the ashes of, and probably the cause of, The Getaway Plan’s demise came Young Heretics and their debut album, We Are The Lost Loves, the album taking the name from the track on the back of which they’ve shot to local notoriety, complete with DIY video. Their live show has doubled in stature over the last six months as well, now really adding to the band’s songs rather than just replicating them. Returning to Spectrum, where they played last time they were in town, you can catch them Saturday 10 July.
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Bringing world class DJs back to our venues, The Likes Of You has announced that their next tour will take the forms of Stephan Bodzin live and Hugo. Bremen-based Bodzin was discovered at a relatively early age composing for European theatre, and he’s now turned to the world of electro-techno and has recently remixed for the likes of Depeche Mode, Booka Shade and The Knife. On the other hand, from Italy, Hugo’s tribal tech has been his main focus since he got up on the decks. They’ll be at the ArtHouse Hotel, Saturday 3 July.
Who remembers Mark Lanegan’s last Australian tour, and his appearance at the Splendour In The Grass festival? Moving and forceful yes, the environment really didn’t suit the Screaming Trees and Queens Of The Stone Age veteran’s melancholy and dark folk tales. If that’s all you caught last time around, make sure you’re at the more appropriate Metro Theatre Thursday 8 July, because it’s sure to be astounding. His latest album, Bubblegum, was his most accessible solo record so far, and is sure to get a fair outing again on this tour.
The Annandale Hotel’s Birthday Week celebrations are slowly revealing themselves, with the lineup for the opening night Parker & Mr French Say Thanks To The Annandale being announced. One of the venue’s favourite bands The Vines lead the way in what will surely be a gritty pub-rock set and will be joined by Bluejuice, who hopefully will leave some of the venue left to use following their set. With the John Steel Singers scoring the main support, it happens Wednesday 23 June.
DOES IT FOR THE ROCK When the rumours that Lil’ Wayne was on the verge of recording a ‘rock’ album were at their highest, Kevin Rudolph was the man to confirm the expectations (or fears, as some will attest), and did. It was Rudolph’s single, Let It Rock, a snappy pop-rock number that had all the hallmarks of stadium favourite. He’ll get the chance to test it at the Enmore Theatre Sunday 18 July as part of his first Australian tour. His set list will feature tracks from the Let It Rock album as well as June-due To The Sky. He’ll be supported by LA’s emerging rapper Young Money, Tyga and more.
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THE NAME SAYS IT ALL They’re a band that has lived through black metal’s highs and lows, through the murders, imprisonments, church burnings, nationalism and everything that came with it (indeed, they’ve been marred by a suicide and murder of their own), but undaunted, Norway’s Mayhem are due back in Australia to prove that the pure black metal essence lives on. That’s not to say their live shows are going to be tame and un-controversial by any standard – quite the opposite – and you’re sure to be right in the path of it Friday 4 September at The Factory Theatre. Be prepared.
COLUMBIAN IMPORTS
REVEALING HERSELF
Dropping the New Buffalo moniker, Sally Seltmann has finally stepped out in her right with her new album, Heart That’s Pounding. Re-energising her songwriting after a spell of stripped-back efforts, naturally she’ll be hitting the road with her full band to launch the disc. Following on directly from her first North American headline tour, she’ll be at the Oxford Art Factory with Parades and Kyu Friday 23 July, at the Heritage Hotel Saturday 24 with Parades.
OH MICHAEL
RESIDENTS STEPPING OUT
Say what you will, we think Michael Bublé is one cool character. For one, to channel Sinatra as he did so well at the start of his career has had to have left a fair share of cool rub off. (You men can’t tell us that you wouldn’t want to be in his shows) Touring in support of his latest album, Crazy Love, which, at last count, was five-times platinum, Bublé is returning to Australian shores in February 2011. Yes, it’s still quite a long way off but it does mean you can start getting Christmas presents out of the way. He’ll be at the Sydney Acer Arena Monday 14 and Tuesday February, tickets on sale Friday 28 May.
Ever since breaking out of the comfortable confines of the regular Purple Sneakers indie club, the resident Purple Sneakers DJs have gone from strength to strength. Playing a host of festivals and events, the latest none other than Splendour In The Grass, the lads are embarking on a tour which is going to lead them straight there. Also promoting their first ever combined mixtape, We Mix You Dance, the day of release, Friday 11 June they’ll be at the Gladstone Hotel for Purple Sneakers, Friday 2 July Transit Bar Canberra and Friday 16 at the King St Hotel Newcastle before hitting Woodford for the festival, playing the Saturday night.
AN AURAL BEATING As a band that you either love to death or just can’t get into the headspace of, Fabulous Diamonds are indeed an interesting, two-headed, beast. The Melbourne duo (drummer Nisa Venerosa and keyboardist Jarrod Zlatic) create hypnotically repetitive tribal tracks, which at times can boast urgency and at others carelessness. The band have got their second album, Fabulous Diamonds II (again, it features the two on the cover – this time it’s a painting), as produced by Eddy Current’s Suppression Ring’s Mikey Young, and are hitting the road in support of it. Friday 23 July they’re at Spectrum.
LUNGS
Channelling their Colombian roots like few others in Australia are doing at the moment, Watussi took it all back to the mother country, after becoming the first Australian band to ever play the Festival Iberoamericano in Bogotá, Columbia. The adventure also saw them star in a documentary about the South American touring experience, and so it’s on quite a high that they return to our own venues. Friday 4 June the band are at Coogee Diggers, Saturday 5 they’re at the Hotel Gearin, Friday 11 it’s the Annandale Hotel’s turn, Saturday 12 the Heritage Hotel and Sunday 13 the Brass Monkey.
THREE OF THE BEST With another visit to the East Coast imminent, South Korean come Western Australian-based Saritah is really starting to make inroads into the hearts and minds of the local scene. Touring for one last time before she heads over to America for a run of dates, her blend of folk, roots, blues and reggae (all with a sizeable social conscious) will arrive at Notes Thursday 3 June, The Heritage Hotel Friday 4, the Clarendon Guest House Saturday 5 and the Brass Monkey Sunday. She’ll be joined by Digging Roots, who recently took out the 2010 June for Aboriginal Album of the Year, and gospel-influenced Lucy Hall.
DRAWN FROM BEES
PITS DON’T STOP From the underground traps of Sydney’s art school scene arises Circle Pit, the duo of soul mates Jack Mannix and Angela Bermuda. Extremely DIY and lo-fi, their debut album, Bruise Constellations, tends to be gritty and thrashy one minute and then hauntingly beautiful the next, all the while tackling tough lyrical themes such as prostitution and addiction. Introduced to the wider national audience through their Yeah Yeah Yeahs supporting slot, they launch the album at the Oxford Art Factory Wednesday 26 May. As a bonus, the night will see supports from local alumni Songs, Lost Animal and the brilliant Dead Farmers.
TRUST IN THE RIP Australian surf rock’s newest pride and joy, The Break have announced new shows following their Bluesfest set and Hoodoo Gurus supporting roles. By now you should be aware that the band are three parts Midnight Oil and one part Violent Femmes and enjoy a sci-fi dab on their otherwise traditional sound. Touring in support of their debut album, Church Of The Open Sky (Bombora), catch them at the Manly Boatshed Thursday 17 June, the Beach Road Hotel Saturday 19 and/or the Annandale Hotel Sunday 20. In July, they’re at the Manly Boatshed again on Saturday 3 and The Brewery Sunday 4.
BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE CYPRESS HILL
RISING TO THE OCCASION With over 18 million album sales worldwide, it’s fairly obvious that when Cypress Hill have spoken out for the people, the people have approved. On the release of their debut album in 1991, B-Real and Sen Dog definitively announced their arrival, and have become legends of the scene. With DJ Muggs and Eric Bobo also in the fold, the group have always placed a heavy emphasis on their live show – and come Friday 24 September at the Enmore Theatre the punters will be reaping the rewards. With classics like Insane In The Brain and How I Could Just Kill A Man, expect to hear material from their new album, Rise Up, which was produced by Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine, as well.
THREE MONSTERS, ONE PAVILION When it comes to contemporary metal that has broken out into the dazzling light of the mainstream, it’s hard to go past Bullet For My Valentine. Their latest album, The Fever, is another example of the band’s polished but pummelling output. Australia-bound, the band will, remarkably, by joined by adored metalcore Brits Bring Me The Horizon and Canada’s best post-hardcore band Cancer Bats – both of whom could easily justify tours of their own. The three bands are quite different in their approach, and the diversity will make for one hell of a show at the Hordern Pavilion on Friday 10 September. Tickets on sale Thursday 27 May.
OM
BREATHING PATTERNS
INSIDE THE HIVE
THE DEPTHS OF SOUND
With the release of their highly anticipated album, The Two Chief World Systems, Sydney’s Lungs are hitting the road in July – the same month the album’s release. The trio has been earmarked as the next big thing on the Australian scene, and this tour will also see them pop over to New Zealand for the first time. Catch them at the Hamilton Station Hotel Thursday 29 July, the Oxford Tavern Wollongong Friday 30 and the Sandringham Hotel Saturday 31. Their new track, The Machinations Of Gilbert Rye, is streaming on their MySpace now.
It’s that time of the year, when bands are returning home from the overseas showcase period of the year, and Drawn From Bees are another of those bands. After playing the Musexpo in Los Angeles, the band has rushed back to celebrate the release of their debut album, Fear Not The Footsteps Of The Departed. Fittingly complex, experimental and concept-driven, the band has sampled everything from choirs to iPhones for the record. Sure to be a challenge to recreate live, see how they do it at the Gaelic Theatre Saturday 10 July.
From the rhythm section of the disbanded Sleep arose California’s OM, a band lauded for their hypnotic ambience and tribal leanings. Taking cues from the likes of psych, drone, and doom metal, they’re a real melting pot for the genre and have spawned many admirers and imitators because of it. Set to tour Australia for the first time ever, the band will be presenting their new album, God Is Good, at the Factory Theatre on Saturday 17 July. The band will be joined by Lichens and Blarke Bayer/ Black Widow.
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SHWAYZE
THESE THE WAYZE From Los Angeles arrives eternal cool-kid Shwayze, who had audiences in a frenzy for his brief promo tour recently. Known to his mum as Aaron Smith, Shwayze will be joined by Cisco Adler, who have together plugged away at the music industry only to explode when they scored slots on MTV reality TV shows. With The Knux as support, they’ll be at Home The Venue Friday 18 June.
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THE BRAND NEW AXIS
Alongside the likes of Cut Copy and The Presets, Midnight Juggernauts emerged from the plethora of electro indie-dance outfits so prominent a few years back. After a great EP and then a breakout album, the live favourites are back with their fittingly epic new album, The Crystal Axis. Led by the latest single, Vital Signs, the record was recorded in Melbourne’s renowned Sing Sing Studios, and produced by the band themselves. The inevitable and anticipated launch tour has been announced with the band due at The Forum Friday 20 August, a smaller venue than perhaps anticipated – good news for those looking for atmosphere though.
THE CLASSICS IN FULL Yes, remarkably and against all the odds of rock’n’roll, Shihad are still around and kicking. In fact, this August they’ll continue the special run of shows whereby they’ll play two albums from their back catalogue, Killjoy and The General Electric, track-for-track in just Sydney and Melbourne. Whilst 1996’s Killjoy was the band’s first gold-certified album, 1999’s General Electric went double platinum and consolidated their position as Aus rock royalty. Taking to the Annandale Hotel (where else?) they’ll perform Killjoy Friday 20 August, Electric Saturday 21.
CHAOTIC RAPS
Double bill
Don’t think that the Splendour In The Grass sideshows are done with yet - k-os is the latest cab off the rank with plans to play the Oxford Art Factory Wednesday 4 August. The Trinidad-born, Torontoraised rapper has been prominent of late, courtesy tracks like I Wish I Knew Natalie Portman, and his appearance at the recent Winter Olympics. Not merely an MC but a composer and musician as well, he’ll be pushing his fourth studio album, Yes!, during the visit.
ANOTHER YEAR TO SHINE
THE FACTORY THEATRE PRINCE BANDROOM
After a big 2009 for Star Assassin (including personnel changes, releasing their debut album, Bleeding To The Circle, and splitting with their label Vemma Records), the band are back with a whole swag of new material for their forthcoming record, Revelations – tentatively slated for later this year. To kick things off, the band has released a new single, Sickness (the second, Slave, is due August), and are hitting the road in support. Catch the Melbourne alternative rockers at the Gaelic Theatre Wednesday 26 May.
A FIRE INSIDE “Dan Parsons’ debut album is less a case of boy meets girl but rather boy meets well,” says a press release of Firestarter. After spending a lot of time bedroom recording and trying to emulate his heroes’ sound, Parsons has expanded his horizons in creating his debut full-length, all ten tracks sincere pop ditties. Playing a selection of launch shows in Queensland and New South Wales, he’ll be bringing his full band to MUM at World Bar on Friday 9 July to do just that. The whole bittersweet experience will come alive with full backing.
11om Monday on ABC-2, the triple j concert series presents Sarah Blasko, recorded live at the Enmore Theatre. Currently touring the UK opening for Laura Marling, two members in fact playing in her backing band as well, Sydney five-piece Boy & Bear have released their debut EP, With Emperor Antarctica. Melbourne electro-dance to nu-jazz exponents Yeah Wednesday have released their debut album, Gravity Is Our Friend, independently. Out this week is the second album, Fever, from Californian combo The Sleepy Suns. The debut album, I Believe You, Liar, isn’t out until Friday 30 July, but Melbourne’s Washington are warming things up with a new EP, Rich Kids, out now. Hub The Label and Albert Productions are releasing that an acoustic performance by Daniel Johnston recorded live at Albert Studios in Neutral Bay during his Australasian tour in February, digitally exclusively on iTunes. Nashville three-piece The Ettes, currently touring the US opening for The Dead Weather, release their latest album, Do You Want Power, Friday. Melbourne singer/songwriter Rebecca Barnard, formerly of Rebecca’s Empire, releases her second solo album, Everlasting, Friday. Stone Temple Pilots finally release their first new studio album in nearly a decade, self-titled and self-produced, Tuesday 25 May. Here earlier this year for the Laneway festivals, Canadian three-piece Born Ruffians release their new album, Say It, on Friday 28 May. usic.com.au Visit cartellm ic music fix ot ex ur yo for
Produced by the family firm of Bill Chambers and son-in-law Shane Nicholson, Catherine Britt releases her eponymous album Friday 28 May. You’ve seen him on the telly in the series Arrested Development, but David Cross is also a sort of singer songwriter as well as a comedian and his third album, Bigger And Blackerer, is released Friday 28 May.
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FRONTLASH
BIBLE FINDS NEW HOME
Yes, it’s true, the Drum has shifted office and now calls a heritage-listed church home. Apart from an awesome atmosphere, now we can really call ourselves ‘The Bible’. Check out the Twitter feed for pictures. We’re on the hunt for that cellar full of 100year old stashed whiskey…
TWILIGHT We know, we know, but you can’t deny that the Twilight franchise manages to nail a soundtrack that’s oh so hot right now.
MONACO GP Former Canberra Raiders ball-boy (although that’s irrelevant) Mark Webber became the first Aussie to win the historic event since Sir Jack in 1959 over the weekend – yessss. A few music industry legends were there as well, Mick Jagger and Richard Branson got in on the starting-line action. Top Nurburgring 24hr race as well, if anyone saw that.
OK COMPOSER WHEN NOT FULFILLING HIS COMMITMENTS BEING IN ONE THE WORLD’S GREATEST BANDS, RADIOHEAD GUITARIST JONNY GREENWOOD IS MAKING A NAME FOR HIMSELF IN THE ORCHESTRAL WORLD. DANIEL CRICHTONROUSE SPOKE TO HIM AHEAD OF THE AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA’S PERFORMANCE OF HIS POPCORN SUPERHET RECEIVER.
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BACKLASH
JESSICA WATSON
You know what? Don’t think we’ll remember this in 50 years, and no, it’s not quite like the moon landing. Well done to her no doubt, but it’s all been a bit ruined by the media frenzy. One hell of a slow news week it seems.
VALE RONNIE JAMES DIO It’ll be a long time before this icon of the metal scene is forgotten. Even longer until that Holy Diver chorus is forgotten.
THE MOVE If there’s one thing we love, it’s packing boxes, unpacking boxes, putting together IKEA, carrying tables up stairs etc… So that’s enough sarcasm for one Backlash then.
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iscordant strings swell and ease, sounding like the mournful cries of lost souls, or a swarm of angry wasps bursting through a dust storm, of melancholia and chaos. You can hear echoes of Penderecki’s Threnody To The Victims Of Hiroshima, of Barber’s Adagio For Strings, of the many scores by Bernard Herrmann. You may even be able to visualise the hardened face of Daniel Day-Lewis. Radiohead lead guitarist Jonny Greenwood’s score to the brilliant 2007 epic post-western film, There Will Be Blood, redefined the modern film score. With motion picture music having largely fallen into various stock cliches, Greenwood’s work evokes early-to-mid 20th Century composition as much as classic Hollywood film scores. Perhaps this has something to do with the fact the music that would become There Will Be Blood started out life as a one-movement composition for the BBC, during his time as the British TV/radio broadcaster’s composer in residence. “I was honoured to get time with them. I’m used to recording orchestras for Radiohead songs and there’s usually no time for experimenting at all. With the BBC, there’s room to try out things,” Greenwood explains. “[I’m supposed to write] one piece of music a year for three years. I think they’ve had two in five years… so I need to pick up the pace.”
The Oxford born and bred multi-instrumentalist released his first solo work in 2003, a soundtrack to an experimental film called Bodysong, which led to the London Sinfonietta asking Greenwood to write a piece for them to perform at a festival. (The resulting work, smear, has since been recorded and released by the Sinfonietta.) Following this, the BBC came knocking. Greenwood’s next piece, Popcorn Superhet Receiver – which the Australian Chamber Orchestra will perform at the end of May – debuted in the UK in 2005 and the New York Times gushed over it in 2008, stating, “even at its most densely atonal, [it] has a consistently alluring shimmer” before comparing parts of it to Tchaikovsky “on steroids, or acid, or both”. A 20-minute piece in one movement, Popcorn Superhet Receiver is light years away from the work of Radiohead, an at times deeply unsettling orchestral behemoth as beautiful as anything from OK Computer. And while Thom Yorke has dabbled further into experimental electronica with his solo projects (see The Eraser), Greenwood’s been indulging in his childhood interest in “classical” music. “I played in some fairly bad school orchestras, then got into the local youth orchestra. I remember being astonished when I first heard all these string players that could play in tune... Such a big, rich sound. I guess I’ve always wanted to get my hands on what they play.” As a teenager Greenwood discovered his major inspiration – French composer Olivier Messiaen – and his instrument of choice, the ondes Martenot, an electronic keyboard developed in the late 1920s. “The way he uses modes (i.e. musical scales that aren’t major or minor) for his melodies gives his music a very magical, unearthly quality, and principally, it’s beautiful.” Whilst Radiohead are currently in the studio working on their new album – “We have to finish this record before we can plan any touring, so the plan is that there is no plan for any touring anywhere yet,” he answers, somewhat elusively, when asked about a Radiohead tour down under – Greenwood has been busy writing a new score for a Japanese film adaptation of Haruki Murakami’s novel, Norwegian Wood (“I’ve just finished:
lots of quite romantic music, but in a faltering, uncertain way. Like the book, or so I hope.”), which is once again based on a pre-existing piece of music Greenwood had written, this time Doghouse, which switches between a sweet serenade and sombre string attacks over the course of 20-or-so minutes. Greenwood explains his writing process from Doghouse to Norwegian Wood as such: “The themes were written with the film in mind, then arranged and developed into a piece for the BBC, then edited down for some of the film score: though only about a quarter of the final soundtrack is from Doghouse. The rest is new string sextets and guitar music. “I based some of the musical ideas on scenes from the book that aren’t in the film. Reiko’s piano lessons and her approach to playing a guitar. But I probably got more from seeing how [Anh Hung Tran] has filmed the story.” WHAT Australian Chamber Orchestra performs Romantic Symphony: the music of Jonny Greenwood, Schubert and Brahms WHEN & WHERE Saturday 29 May, Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 June, City Recital Hall; Sunday 30 May, Concert Hall Sydney Opera House
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DIRTY DEEDS INDEED Wagons and Those Darlins’ are pretty keen to bust out some Dirty Deeds… while they tour around this wide brown land together, but even if they over-exaggerate the more country aspects to their collective sounds, they won’t be the first artists to give AC/DC that sort of radical makeover.
DARLINS HITCH THEIR WAGONS
American singer/songwriter Mark Kozelek, known for his solo work and bands Sun Kil Moon and Red House Painters slowed the fairly relentless What’s Next To The Moon, from Powerage, into an acoustic, Leonard Cohen-esque murder ballad about tying a lover to the railway tracks. Shakira, the Latin singer of the small and humble breasts, used to perform Back In Black live and had her version captured on a live DVD she released. While most of the song teamed the uber-riffage of the original with the popster’s unique vocals, the beginning of the song was a Latin jazz take on this rock classic. Not so much extremely different, as just extreme, Henry Rollins and The Hard-Ons teamed up for Let There Be Rock, their particular take on the song from the Bon Scott years fast, lean and fresh. And we can’t overlook the banjo-plucking horrors of America’s Hayseed Dixie!
IT’LL BE A TRAVELLING ROADSHOW LIKE THE DAYS OF OLD WHEN TENNESSEE LADIES THOSE DARLINS JOIN MELBOURNE’S WAGONS ON ONE HOOTNANNY EAST COAST STAMPEDE. DANIELLE O’DONOHUE LISTENS IN WHILE HENRY WAGONS GIVES KELLEY DARLIN A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO AUSTRALIAN TOURING. COVER AND FEATURE PICS BY KANE HIBBERD.
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t’s early evening in Tennessee and Kelley Darlin has just come in from an afternoon of gardening. She’s enjoying a beer on her second day home after a tour. On the other side of the world, in Melbourne, Henry Wagons is only just starting his day. So far he’s done little more than play with his dog, but both are on the phone to talk to Drum about the joint tour their respective bands Those Darlins and Wagons are embarking on at the end of the month. After greetings are exchanged, Darlin asks Wagons about his dog. It may not sound very rock’n’roll, but when the two bands met at SXSW earlier this year, the pair bonded over a mutual love of puppies. “It’s the gayest dog in the village,” Wagons says to describe his own canine. “It’s like a pug crossed with a poodle. What do you think about that? A pugoodle. I’ve got a feeling there’s going to be a lot of dog talk on this tour. I’m going to try and take my dog to a couple of the shows in Victoria I think, as a mascot.” “We had a competition over whose dog was cuter,” Darlin says of that fateful first meeting. “We were showing each other pictures on our phones of each other’s dogs. But it was pretty much a tie. We both have really adorable dogs. Chewy used to go on tour with us. Our first tour that we ever booked, travelling in my Buick, it was the three of us – we didn’t have a drummer – and all of our equipment and my dog Chewy. He was like road dog. “He’s a mix between a Maltese, a dachshund and a basset hound. It sounds crazy. Some clubs were really cool. Sometimes he would just have to hang out in the car, which was a drag. But he was cool with it. He loved
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going for car rides. He was down for the touring. He lives out in the country now and he loves it.” Wagons are an urban country outfit from Melbourne whose last album, The Rise And Fall Of Goodtown, was the band’s attempt at being less country and more classic pop, in the vein of Roy Orbison, Rod Stewart and Elvis. Though the band may not have succeeded too much in that respect, there are still thick slices of Gram Parsons-esque country rock across much of the album and The Rise And Fall… did manage to top a lot of 2009 end of year album polls. Their tour mates on this East Coast Stampede, Those Darlins, are three girls living in Tennessee who, like Wagons, have given their brand of country a whole lot of sass and style. On their self-titled debut album you can hear elements of garage rock, ‘50s girl groups and punk, though the girls’ bio goes to great lengths to point out that they’re a pop group. With both bands being renowned live performers, getting up onstage with a lot of attitude and swagger, these shows also promise a couple of collaborations and Wagons and Darlin are pleased to let Drum in on the discussion about song choices. “The plan that I’ve heard is that we’re going to be doing some songs together and I think we’ve got an extra long soundcheck for our first gig in Bondi,” Wagons explains. “I think we’re going to – just like we were forced to take photos – I think we’re going to be forced to learn a couple of songs when we first all meet each other.” Touring Australia for the first time, Darlin is keen to show off her local music knowledge. “Well there’s a
couple of new covers we’ve been meaning to learn and, oh, Dirty Deeds,” Darlin declares with excitement. “We play that in practice and never do it live. But Jessi Little Darlin, you know the small one, her singing Dirty Deeds… is amazing. Think about how heavy those guitars would be. We’re going to have so many guitars on stage. It’s going to be awesome. “And a Bee Gees song. Can we do a Bee Gees song? I really like the ‘60s Bee Gees a lot more than the ‘70s.” “Tragedy is ‘70s Bee Gees isn’t it?” Wagons asks (February 1979 actually). “Throw some ideas at me. I’m sure we’ll be up for it. The tour manager is going to hate us. I think we’re getting like a big twenty-seater bus. And it’s going to be us and the Darlins’ and the tour manager all on the bus. I do not envy the tour manager. We’re going to have all sorts of weird instruments. He’s going to have to put up with all sorts of shit and won’t be able to play his own music because we’ll be playing.” Wagons, who is used to tour-managing his band himself, is looking forward to being just a band member this tour, not having to worry about schedules or itineraries, where his fellow band members are, why they’re not in the hotel lobby or ready to get in the van to start the drive to the next city. Instead, all Wagons needs to worry about is playing the perfect host. “I was vaguely planning a trip to the Healesville Sanctuary to hold a koala and get up close and personal with a crocodile. Are there crocodiles there? I’ve never actually been there, but, y’know. I’ve held some of our native marsupials in other states and other places but never the ones near my home so it’s time. I’m going to use you girls as an excuse to go and see that. Otherwise I
think the best times are going to be had in the pubs and clubs that we’re playing and sitting in the gutters having partied ourselves out after the gigs at 1am.” Somewhat predictably talk then turns to beer and why Fosters export the good beer overseas, while no self-respected drinker here would ever crack open a can. Instead Darlin mentions another somewhat dodgy Australia achievement in the exporting of alcohol to the world. “Earlier today Nikki and I went on a booze run for dinner and we got boxed wine and we were talking about how the Australians invented boxed wine.” Wagons soon sets Darlin straight on the proper term to describe said ‘boxed wine’. Soon Darlin will be calling it a goon bag like all proud Australians. For the moment though, she isn’t convinced. “A goon bag? That sounds awful,” she says with a chuckle. “It is awful. Who are you kidding? I’ll introduce you to the best of Australian goon,” Wagons promises. “I look forward to spending some proper time on the road. It should be good. I think the girls are going to be able to drink us under the table.” Darlin and her cohorts are clearly up for the challenge. “We’re pretty professional at the drinking,” she admits. “We can more than keep up. It’s part of the job description, right?” WHO Wagons and Those Darlins WHEN & WHERE Wednesday 26 May, Beach Rd Hotel; Friday 28, Annandale Hotel; Saturday 29, Clarendon Guesthouse; Sunday 30, Brass Monkey
ALL IS FORGIVEN
ON FORGIVENESS ROCK RECORD, BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE CELEBRATES THE JOY AND SIMPLICITY OF FORGIVING AND BEING FORGIVEN. IT’S SOMETHING WE COULD ALL EMBRACE, GUITARIST CHARLES SPEARIN TELLS BROOKE SALISBURY.
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t recent concerts, Broken Social Scene frontman Kevin Drew has been known to stop the show sporadically and have the audience together yell, “I’m sorry!” If on your travels you had been to a Broken Social Scene concert, the community implied in such a strong bonding experience may exceed the involvement of their previous incarnation. Indeed, on their recent hiatus, the collective has acquired a hell of a lot in the way of maturity and gone full circle, to the point of redemption. Forgiveness Rock Record has, among many things, been labelled the band’s ‘sensible rock’ record. In part this is true, as song structures are more linear and focused, presumably thanks to Tortoise’s John McEntire, who produced the album. The band is less abstract lyrically and thematically and the message is simple: the world is in a pretty bad state and the only way to start the healing process is to talk about it. Sensible perhaps, but also quite relevant.
Collaboration is never easy. Especially within a collective, you really need to sacrifice a lot every time you write a song.
“The thing most people are talking about is that it’s been five years since our last record,” says guitarist Charles Spearin. “In itself that doesn’t mean anything, but it’s when you think about what’s happened in those five years that you get a sense of where this record comes from.” From Kevin Drew’s divorce to the birth of Spearin’s two children to the continued destruction in Palestine, the ongoing suffering in Afghanistan and Australia’s own reluctance to support the refugees created as a subsequence, the facts are undeniable: things are happening. “Some good, some bad, some unavoidable. But there isn’t one among us who couldn’t use forgiveness or benefit from that kind of release within their lives,” says Spearin. Wise words indeed from a man who has spent much of his life amid the turbulent movements of Canada’s most dramatic collective. In the recently released The Book Is Broken, Pitchfork Media writer Stuart Berman conducted in excess of 40 interviews with the band and their periphery to document the seven years since the release of breakthrough album You Forgot It In People and the decade that preceded that – a period of collisions, chance meetings and the band’s shared disillusionment with an industry dominated by major labels that wouldn’t give them their break. Across this period, they have hosted over 30 members, released four albums, scored five films and appeared on another two film soundtracks. The relationships in between, both formed and broken, are what most inspired Forgiveness Rock Record. “Collaboration is never easy. Especially within a collective, you really need to sacrifice a lot every time you write a song. You have these ideas about where it’s going and where it needs to go to make sense and you think you see it, but as soon as it’s appeared it’s disappeared again on the whim of someone else’s vision. That can cause frustration.” Spearin is Buddhist, a practice that has remained with him from childhood. His own band The Happiness Project is based on the concept of making music from ordinary speech, namely dialogue infused by the language of happiness and the many joys of everyday life. Originally inspired by his early life with his own blind father, forgiveness, according to Spearin, “is the act of exhaling – letting go and living with ourselves. We spend so much time ravelling ourselves up and building this incredible tension: in politics, in love, in our jobs. That concept of health just moves further and further away. In this case, forgiveness is not only with another person, it’s actually about forgiving yourself.” The themes of Forgiveness Rock Record run the gauntlet of emotional catharsis. On the album’s cover, a crowd of people gather around a mass of energy as it blasts itself from the ground. “To me, the cover tells the story of where we need to be. It’s not a religious force or a prophesised forgiveness – it’s a group act of taking on something that we all essentially want. That is undeniable. At our shows, when Kevin has the audience stop and yell, everyone yells. And that’s because we all have something to be sorry for.” While recording the album, Spearin notes the raised awareness and community feeling within the band. “Kevin and I were continually calling each other through the process saying, ‘I really like this record – I like how it sounds and I like how it feels.’” Despite the togetherness experienced between members, the band only called on a handful of its contributors to make the record – with Leslie Feist, Metric’s Emily Haines and Stars’ Amy Millan among the few. “It is harder to get together and just make something these days,” Spearin agrees. “More and more so, everyone has their own way of wanting to do things and you know, you can’t blame them. With time develops style and you become less inclined to sacrifice your own vision. When we started out it really was that great and all encompassing collaboration and that romantic ideal of the arty collective who gives it all for music. I love that idea and it really served us well, but for us all to have our own successful bands and projects, you need to possess a level of direction that is sometimes hard to sacrifice on other counts.” The first single from Forgiveness Rock Record was World Sick, a song whose first climbing riff recalls the band’s sprawling 2005 self-titled record, if abridged and more concise. “We all see the world from this shared viewpoint that is our music and the one thing we’ve all agreed on is that the world is in some serious trouble and as the old saying goes, your art can become your vehicle for change.”
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DIFFERENT THINGS
KATE NASH IS MORE THAN JUST A POP ARTIST, SHE DOES HER BEST TO TELL SASHA PERERA.
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ate Nash has chaotically taken over a room in a posh West London members club and has turned it into a student dorm/ community art class. This is where Drum finds the 22-yearold singer, decoupaging her guitar with newspaper clippings and magazine cut-outs. She takes a break from her artistic endeavours to sit down and chat about her new album, My Best Friend Is You, the follow-up to her 2007 Made Of Bricks debut. Back then Nash was the new girl on the block, on her way to making a name for herself, winning a Best Female Artist gong at the 2008 Brit Awards and touring the world, which included a trip down under as part of the 2008 Big Day Out, as well as fighting off constant comparisons with Lily Allen.
“People just wanna make you whatever they wanna make you and you just have to get on with things that are more important to you,” she shrugs when talking about those comparisons. “It can piss you off, if you let it. At the end of the day there are some people that are always gonna see you the way they wanna see you and you just have to accept that and brush it off.” For My Best Friend Is You, it seems as if Nash has returned with a handful of familiar power-pop songs in amongst a more frenetic collection of songs influenced by punkish attitude and philosophy, slightly more Karen O than Lily Allen, and as a result, it’s more varied in the mix. Overseeing the new album is ex-Suede guitarist Bernard Butler, who also played a very active role in the success of another UK female singer, Duffy, although Nash is quick to distance her music from her soulful stylings. “I was sceptical about working with Bernard because of all the Duffy comparisons that people would try and throw my way and I thought it would be a bad thing for everybody. The last thing I wanted was a headline like, ‘Duffy’s Producer Does Nash’, or anything like that. I actually met Bernard through my boyfriend, who’s in a band called The Cribs [Ryan Jarman], and they’d worked with him before. Ryan listened to my demos and he really recommended that I work with Bernard and that I’d really like working with him. As soon as I met him I just really liked him – he’s very down-to-earth and there’s no bullshit with him.” Turning up to Butler with “fully-formed demos”, Nash found that a handful of her more melodic songs felt like they had a ‘60s girlgroup shimmer to them. Songs like Kiss That Grrrl and the album’s first single, Do Wah Doo, are glistening, shimmering, party-pop pieces that sound like a natural progression from Nash’s earlier work. “Those songs were kind of a mixture of, like, ‘60s girl groups and Thee Headcoatees, who are band that Billy Childish writes songs for and who play with him quite a lot together. They kind of have that girl group-y vibe, but they’re a lot more feisty with it and I liked that element of their sound.” The Kate Nash stream-of-consciousness approach to lyric writing continues on the new album. “I hate falling over/ I hate grazing my knee/ I hate picking off the scab a little bit too early,” she sings on I Hate Seagulls, a song that was, incidentally, written in Australia. Her fairly mundane observations are at times annoying and at times act as relatable memory triggers, depending on whether you’re a fan or not. Nash doesn’t seem to care whether her lyrics are perceived as hip or not. “I’ve never thought I’m cool anyway. I’m really not a cool person and I still think of myself as an idiot, a nerd and incredibly annoying. When I first started writing music it was punk bands that made me think to myself that I could really write music. It was particularly bands like The Buzzcocks and The Adverts because their lyrics were so simple. I used to think I wasn’t smart enough, or intelligent enough, or poetic enough to write songs and then I’d listen to The Buzzcocks and they were just expressing themselves, enjoying themselves and they didn’t give a fuck about what anyone else thought. They write that mundane kinda stuff – it’s all very plain and simple and they just don’t give a shit and they’re just a brilliant punk band. I realised that’s the kind of writer I wanted to be. Not everyone has to be a Bob Dylan.” Which brings us to some of the more outlandish tracks on My Best Friend Is You. I’ve Got A Secret is a well-meaning, if repetitive inclusion that will surely push the boundaries of Nash’s existing fanbase. “It’s actually one of my favourite songs on the record. I love the sound of it because it’s really different and really experimental and weird. I wrote it on the drums and it came out exactly how I wanted it to. Lyrically it’s about homophobia and it being shit.” On the other hand, on mid-album track Mansion Song she revels in an eloquent sarcasm aimed at groupie culture, begining with the dialogue, “I fancy the hip rock ‘n roll scenester/ I wanna be fucked and then rolled over because I’m an independent woman”. Nash clearly seems to be making a stand on her new album, firing up a more angsty, underground-feminist Riot Grrrl inspiration. One wonders whether her existing pop audiences are quite ready to join the revolution, or if they’ll be alienated in the process. “I can’t be scared of that because I’m an artist and so I’m supposed to try different things,” Nash says defiantly. “I can’t be defined by my audience – I have to do what I feel is right. The people that come with me on the journey will be the right people who’ll go on to understand the third album and the fourth album I make. I’m opening the doors to let people know I’m not just a pop artist and that I’m interested in different types of music and ideas. If people wanna enjoy the pop stuff that I do, that’s fine, but there is more to me than that.” WHO Kate Nash WHAT My Best Friend Is You (Universal) WHEN & WHERE Sunday 1 August, Splendour In The Grass; Thursday 5, The Metro Theatre • 42 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
Tuesday 18th May....................... NIGHTSINMUMBAI+MKFUNPLUGGED+LIFEONTOPOFHYDEPARK An enticing triple bill to take you from the heart of Sydney to the soul of Asia and the Middle East with Nights in Mumbai from Tokyo Love-In, Yama Sarshar, Zakir Hussain, Fazal Qreshi and Sangeet Mishra; ARIA primo chart position holder, Mahmood Khan Funk’s fusion of Eastern, Gypsy and Pop; and photographer Peter Longworth’s homage to Hyde Park with music by Michael K. Chin plus visuals by Chris Baron.
Wednesday 19th May................... GLENN CARDIER
Glenn Cardier and the Sideshow make their highly anticipated return. Cardier’s eclectic mix of songs - from the swampy Asylum Blues to the stark beauty of Invisible Ink - all laced with his trademark dark humour - will once again be performed by his hand-picked band of multi-talents, the Sideshow, featuring Rex Goh, Phil Grove, Dave Fester and Nick Hoorweg.
Thursday 20th May..................... TIAAN WILLIAMS
Born to sing, taught and mentored by her dad, Doug Williams, Tiaan makes her debut headliner. Surrounded by master musicians: Sam McNally, Jimmy Roach, John Adams, and on bass and vocals, Doug, Tiaan sets alight Pop, Old School Soul, new alternative and chic groove with electrifying style and originality.
Friday 21st May........................... BARRY LEEF & BAND’S DOOBIES & WEST COAST ROCK Celebrating an unforgettable era of modern music, Barry Leef and his 9-piece band, featuring singer Kimi Tupaea, bring life and passion to these long loved hits. A genre synonymous with the Doobie Brothers, The Eagles, Crosby Stills Nash & Young and Santana, the era has lost none of its appeal.
Saturday 22nd May..................... THE MUSIC OF MAXWELL & MARY J BLIGE WITH MIGUEL GEORGE & LADY LYRIC Brown Sugar, stepping out with a dedicated horn and percussion section to become a big 10-piece Saturday night extravaganza with oh so lovely back up vocalists, celebrate the neoSoul of the mighty Maxwell and HipHopSoul of the totally fabulous Mary J Blige. Hot. Hot. Hot.
Sunday 23rd May......................... RICKY PETERSON & THE PETERSON BROTHERS (USA) WITH VERY SPECIAL GUEST SHEILA E (USA) JazzFunk virtuoso Ricky Peterson has established himself as one of the world’s leading keyboard players, having amassed a star-studded resume as a producer and session player. Now, touring Australia for the first time in his own right, he’s enlisted brothers Paul and Billy along with very special guest Sheila E for a night of exhilarating and brilliant musicianship.
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Tuesday 25th May...................... THE STEVE MCKENNA QUARTET WITH SPECIAL GUEST GERARD ....... MASTERS *9PM
After a long eight year absence in Europe playing prestigious festivals in Germany, Switzerland, France and the UK, Steve’s back and has assembled a powerhouse line-up to herald his return to the place. Join Steve along with Mike Nock, Phil Scorgie, Gordon Rytmeister and Gerard Masters (solo) at the welcome home party.
Wednesday 26th May................. JESS CHALKER WITH SPECIAL GUESTS TONKSGREEN + KARINA AIVAZIAN Since gaining a cult following on YouTube in late 2008 (over a millions hits to date), Chalker has enjoyed a whirlwind introduction to what promises to be a very exciting career. With a sound which invokes Regina Spektor, Paul Simon and Joni Mitchell, Chalker’s style is at once melodic, lounge-room intimate, and always sincere.
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MAINTAINING THE EFFORT NOW BASED IN ADELAIDE, SARAH CHADWICK TELLS BEN REVI SHE COULDN’T BE BOTHERED TO SWEETEN THE DEAL FOR BATRIDER.
“I
t feels a little bit random, but not really,” vocalist/guitarist Sarah Chadwick of Batrider’s suggests, commenting on her recent relocation from a two-year stint in London to super-sunny Adelaide. “We got back at the end of that American tour at the end of October – or maybe November – and then we were in Adelaide for six weeks and then we went home to New Zealand for Christmas. Then we’ve been back a few months, I think. It feels pretty good. I think that when we settled I was heaps ready just to relax for a little while, because, like, within the last year we’ve done three two-month tours of Europe and a two-month tour of America, so I was definitely pretty keen to just chill out and relax. Now we’ve done that for a couple of months, I kind of feel like travelling again. But it’s good being in Adelaide.” Wherever they are in the world, Adelaide remains a spiritual home for the New Zealand natives. The trio is revered in that small city, headlining magazine launches and arts festivals and more. Their most recent album, Why We Can’t Be Together, was recorded in Adelaide by Hit The Jackpot multi-instrumentalist Kynan Lawlor, and only a short while after the album was completed, the band underwent a lineup change that led to the inclusion of Adelaidenative guitarist/drummer Stephanie Crase, late of Birth Glow and No Through Road. “Adelaide’s definitely pretty unique for us in terms of how we feel about it. We would have moved anywhere, but everyone we’ve met here has always been really amazing and we’ve played with some really great bands here. The fact that Steph’s from here just made it a really easy decision just to, you know? I don’t know, I think that it’s always nice going back to New Zealand and stuff – that’s another place where we’ve been established as a band – I reckon that there’s definitely good stuff going on in New Zealand, but it just seems a little bit too far away. And we’ve got lots of friends in Australia, so it feels good being here.” Why We Can’t Be Together was recorded two years ago, but only saw release late last year. Chadwick explains that although the album may not be as fresh as it was, it remains heartfelt. “I really like the album. It’s quite special to me on a personal level, but meanwhile, we were overseas and having two lineup changes, concentrating on touring, just putting out this album that only two of us actually played on took a back seat to other priorities. Scattering around trying to find someone to release this record, which can take ages – instead we kind of concentrated on booking tours, that kind of thing. And then Darren [Smallman, ex-Low Transit Industries label head] approached us asking if we would like him to put it out... so it was really easy for us. “We just had that much other shit to deal with. And I don’t regret it at all, you know, if we’d concentrated on that we wouldn’t have played fucking a hundred shows in Europe and, like, fucking fifty shows in America. If we’d been worried about releasing that then not only would we be pushing material that we don’t play anymore, but we wouldn’t have done all that other stuff as well.” The lineup of Batrider now seems to have settled on Chadwick, bass player Sam Featherstone and drummer Crase. But it was touch and go for a while. “Doing that much travelling and touring and stuff is what we do – and personality and motivation and commitment become a measure for that as well. You can’t be fucking travelling halfway around the world, half of every year, with someone who’s not a hundred per cent into it. I think that’s a big difference playing with Steph, there’s not a nagging fear that one day she’s going to get over it and bail, you know what I mean? I’ve been in this band and had three people leave over the course of four or five years or whatever and I definitely reckon that I can’t be bothered sweetening a deal to make someone want to stay in a band anymore. But with Steph she really wants to be doing it and that’s really important when everybody else is putting so much into it. With Steph, I never get scared that I’m going to put heaps of effort into something and it’s going to fall apart, which is what I’ve felt like before.” It’s touching to hear Chadwick discuss her band in those terms. You see, every Batrider show threatens to fall apart. Each show is its own unique, cathartic experience, an explosion of emotion which summons as much energy from the crowd as from the band. “That may or may not be true,” Chadwick hesitates, “but I don’t really think about in those kinds of terms. “But when we’re playing live or whatever, I just try to sing the songs in a way that’s quite honest about what they’re about. There’s not much else kind of thought that goes into it. Like, the way that our songs are written and the way that the lyrics are written definitely aren’t subtle, so there’s not like a push. If people feel a kind of catharsis, that would help toward that. It’s not like the sentiments are hidden and crafty linguistics or anything. Pretty much, it says what it’s about. To me, that’s what music and art and everything is about. Generally I don’t like stuff that’s not like that.” Batrider still has its sights set firmly on the world at large. A European tour beckons for September and there’ll be more to come. Europe is more expensive when you’re based in Adelaide rather than London, but Chadwick’s not letting that stop anything. “They pay you well, they feed you, they put you up, they get you drunk and they send you on your way, sort of thing. So it would be quite difficult to lose money in Europe, I reckon. “You don’t want to be constrained by whether you can or can’t afford to do things. If you really want to do something, you’ll find a way to make it happen. And we’ve never had any money. People just don’t get how we make it work, but it’s like if you actually want to do something, you’ll find a way to make it happen.” WHO Batrider WHEN & WHERE Friday, Newcastle Croatian Club; Saturday, Red Rattler; Sunday, The Phoenix Canberra
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CAPED CRUSADER
JOEY CAPE MAY BE BEST KNOWN AS A MEMBER OF PUNK LEGENDS LAGWAGON, BUT HE’S TALKING TO DANIELLE O’DONOHUE ABOUT THE FREEDOM OF DOING HIS OWN THING.
J
oey Cape has a very bad memory. He can’t remember the first time he met fellow punk rocker Tony Sly. He guesses it’s a boring story that takes place at a show they played together but honestly, he’s just not really sure. After suggesting Drum ask Sly for the answer, Cape proves how bad his memory is by explaining he doesn’t even remember his first meeting with his wife – although to be fair, his band Lagwagon had just finished mixing an album and he was out getting plastered with his band at the time celebrating. “I was also kind of on a date with another woman,” Cape explains with a wry chuckle. “I guess I ended up talking to my wife most of the night, who I wouldn’t meet again until almost ten years later. But she always talks about that that’s when we first met and I say, ‘Well I don’t remember it. I don’t think it should count’.” Though Cape and Sly have both spent years playing with SoCal punk bands Lagwagon and No Use For A Name respectively, lately they’ve been taking it slower, revealing a different side of themselves in solo, acoustic tours. Like Hot Water Music’s Chuck Ragan and his Revival Tour that recently passed through town, this style of tour gives artists a chance to be performers not defined by those around them and Cape loves the freedom that goes along with that. “You realise like a week into the tour this is just too fun, we ought to do this everywhere. What we realised as well is that when you’re having a really good time that comes across to people and people have a good time too.
You could say I’m a perfectionist but the reality is there’s no such thing. We’re people that ruin things by working on them too much.
“Sometimes when you’re in a band and you play shows for years and years and years, there are great nights – don’t get me wrong, there’s lots of them – but there are a lot of nights where it’s like look, I don’t know. You get pretty good at wearing a poker face so people don’t know. And I think most of us make the best of it and try and have a good time all the time, but I’m not taking anything away from my bands when I’m saying when you’re doing something new and fresh it’s great. Let’s face it, if you’re in a band that’s been together over twenty years and you’re playing a song that was on your first record, it’s pretty hard to get inspired.” And Cape says the best part of touring solo is you get to tour with your favourite artists and friends, like Sly. “He’s just one of those people. He’s so sweet and easy to get along with. It’s not true of me, I’ll admit; I’m not always the most likable person. I’m very honest and I speak whatever comes into my mind, so I kind of rub a lot of people the wrong way. But Tony, he just says the right thing all the time.”
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The music Cape plays on these acoustic tours has been released on his debut solo album, Bridge, and Doesn’t Play Well With Others, the second album he’s releasing one song at a time via subscription through his website. The album is being revealed one song a month over the course of a year. Then at the end of 12 months a physical CD and vinyl will be available.
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Because Cape isn’t constrained by booking time in a studio (he’s recording the album at home), the dozen songs he had when he started the project have inevitably changed. Cape says having the time to really think about his work is a good and a bad thing. “I think when I started it I had enough of it done and I felt that maybe it was all done, so it gave me the confidence to embark, but what happens is – which is something I didn’t account for – by having the time to decide and really look over each song with a magnifying glass and really get into each song, I didn’t really feel like I wanted to release every one of those songs that I recorded, so I’m re-recording a lot of songs. Sometimes I’m re-writing the song that I wanted to release next and re-recording it. And it’s awesome because I feel like at the end of the year when I put all these songs together I think it’s going to be really a strong record.
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“I’m also one of those guys… you could say I’m a perfectionist but the reality is there’s no such thing. We’re people that ruin things by working on them too much,” Cape admits with a laugh. “It’s the opposite of perfection. You keep picking things apart and you get farther away. I’m trying really hard with acoustic stuff to honour that kind of natural, first time thing.”
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One of the benefits of releasing music this way is the instant feedback Cape gets from his fans. “I love the fact that I can put up a song and within ten minutes read 49 comments of the song and there’ll be one guy… there’s always one guy that’s like, ‘Yeah, you know what man, yeah, I think you could’ve done a little better on this part right here,’ and I’m thinking he knows something. You might just be like, ‘Whatever, I’m doing what I do and I’m not going to be affected by that,’ but ultimately that little thing is going to be sitting in your head for a little while.” At least you can count on family to love what you do. To accompany the songs, Cape is providing artwork done by his clearly very talented six-year-old daughter Violet. “In the case of all the art so far that I’ve released I gave her the title and I gave her a little bit of what it was about if she needed it, but she doesn’t need to be bothered with daddy’s interpretation of the song. It’s not really important to her. It’s usually just like, the word ‘fire’ comes out of my mouth and she just goes, ‘Okay. Okay, go away’. She doesn’t want me getting in the way of her art. And it’s awesome. It’s funny. She knows what’s going on. She knows a lot better than me what’s happening.” WHO Joey Cape and Tony Sly WHEN & WHERE Sunday, Wollongong Uni Bar; Wednesday 26 May, The Annandale Hotel; Thursday 27, Cambridge Hotel
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NONE OF THE SHIT BITS
BIFFY CLYRO’S LAST TOUR DOWN UNDER EARLIER THIS YEAR WAS HINDERED BY A CONFLUENCE OF MINOR MEDICAL ISSUES THAT CAUSED THE CANCELLATION OF SHOWS IN NEW ZEALAND AND AUSTRALIA. DRUMMER BEN JOHNSTON DISCUSSES COMMERCIAL ACCESSIBILITY, JOSH HOMME AND GANGLION CYSTS WITH TIM GROENENDYK.
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en Johnston feels kinda left out. Last time Biffy Clyro were due to tour Australia, having been booked to play the Rhythm & Vines music festival in New Zealand, the Pyramid Festival in Victoria and shows in Melbourne and Sydney, the Scottish rock trio had to pull out due to some minor ailments. “Both Simon [Neil, guitarist] and James [Johnston, bassist and Ben’s twin brother] had to get operations,” Johnston, sipping on a Guinness at 1am on the night before the start of their UK tour, explains. “It’s quite ridiculous, but James had a ganglion cyst behind his thumb, which was disrupting his playing for a while and Simon had a wee kinda lump on his back. There was nothing we could do about it; we had to go and get it done. Everyone’s recovered and there are a couple of scars but no bumps. We’re doing good. “We were heartbroken to not come and do it because we haven’t been to New Zealand yet, but we love Australia so much and we’re just glad to come back and play properly. I’ve got to say, Australia’s got the best bits of UK and the US, but none of the shit bits. It’s a great country and great climate and the people are all so friendly. I’ve yet to meet an Australian I don’t like.” Take two of the southern hemisphere tour comes six months after the release of fifth studio album, Only Revolutions. Recorded in Ocean Way Recording, Los Angeles – the same place where Frank Sinatra tracked My Way – Johnston says the album is a very upbeat one and represents a broad emotional change from 2007 effort Puzzle. “Puzzle was very much a grief record. Simon had lost his mother and he couldn’t think about anything else. So that was pretty much what he wrote about and that’s completely understandable. This album has way more hope. Only Revolutions is kind of a relationship record for want of a better expression. Simon writes lyrics, literally, about things happening in his life. He’s very honest that way. He got married a couple of years ago – that’s the big thing on his mind. It’s about how much you can love somebody, but how much you want to kill them at the same time.” The album title is a reference to the novel of the same name by Mark Z. Danielewski, which chronicles the story of two lovers, told alternately from their points of view. “It’s an awkward book. You read eight pages one way and then you have to turn the book upside down and back to front and then read another eight pages from the girl’s perspective. Only once you’ve read the 16 pages do the first eight make sense. It’s a really interesting book and really quite hard to read, but wonderful all the same.” Johnston explains the novel’s title suited the album because the newlywed Simon was trying to appreciate things from his wife’s perspective, including acknowledging that during arguments he might, just possibly, be wrong. A perspective that Johnston is “absolutely fine” with is that Only Revolutions is much more commercially accessible than their earlier efforts. “We’ve always written music that makes us happy and we just try to please ourselves. And if people think this record’s more commercially accessible that’s absolutely fine by me. We’re not an ‘indie-er than thou’ band that always wanted to be underground. We’ve done five albums and every album’s represented where we’ve been at that time in our lives and been an album of music we’ve wanted to listen to. We’re never going to waver from that, so yeah, people can say absolutely anything they want. If they like it, it’s a bonus.” Something that hasn’t changed for Biffy Clyro is their approach to writing music. “It pretty much always starts with Simon on acoustic guitar. He’ll stay up late at night when his wife’s gone to sleep and he’ll write songs on acoustic guitar. So basically he comes in with songs, sometimes absolutely complete, but if not he always has a good idea of what’s gonna happen. Then he’ll show the chorus to Jim while I sit and have a smoke and listen to them play and record. Then I put down a beat and see what happens. Some songs are perfect first time – almost – and some songs take years and that’s just the way we do it.” Johnston believes the acoustic guitar is a good litmus test for Biffy Clyro to ensure there aren’t any ‘shit bits’ in their songs. “We’ve always been big fans of melody, since our first record, so if it doesn’t work on acoustic guitar it doesn’t get into the practice room. Any good song should be good on an acoustic guitar with a bit of singing, in our eyes. It’s a good rule of thumb to have. There are too many bands that will jam something out together and it’s not really a song, but it’s in a sense cool, so they will work it into a song and there was never a song to begin with. The way we do it is a failsafe way of knowing that your album won’t have any filler.” Aside from rubbing shoulders with the ghost of Frank Sinatra, Biffy Clyro’s Only Revolutions also had a brush with a musical god in the form of a cameo from Josh Homme on their song Bubbles. Biffy Clyro had toured with Queens Of The Stone Age twice before and recognised a kinship with Homme in their musical style and work ethic. When they informed Homme they were recording in L.A. he told them he would play a lick on the album, but team Biffy doubted his keenness. However Homme was true to his word. “He turned up, he was here for about an hour, just long enough for a couple of tequilas and some smokes. He heard the songs and put down the solo and then buggered off, so it was really cool. It was just like every Josh Homme experience – a whirlwind. He just comes in and commands the room and commands respect and cracks jokes all the time. He doesn’t stop trying to be funny. And you always laugh because, one, he is very funny and two, ‘cause you’re half scared.” WHO Biffy Clyro WHEN & WHERE Thursday, The Metro Theatre
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IRELAND’S DREAMING
BARELY FIVE YEARS OLD, DUBLIN FOURPIECE THE CORONAS BEAT OUT BIG GUNS U2 AND SNOW PATROL AT THE METEOR MUSIC AWARDS IN FEBRUARY, WALKING AWAY WITH THE ALBUM OF THE YEAR TROPHY. MICHAEL SMITH DIGS INTO THE BACK STORY ON THE YOUNG UPSTARTS.
O’Reilly had been in a high school band with bass player Graham Knox and drummer Conor Egan when they were all 15, but that had fallen apart by the time they were 18. Even so the three stuck together and they still made music together. Their band cut a live EP and then a studio EP as The Coronas in 2004 and 2005 respectively, though they felt something was missing. “Then we met [fellow Dubliner and lead guitarist] Dave [McPhillips] in Vancouver of all places. We just happened to go over there on holidays and Dave happened to be over there working odd jobs through the summer. Every night there’d be a house party and everyone would be playing songs and jamming and straight away we got on really, really well. Straight after we got back from Vancouver we asked him to join the band and five minutes into the first rehearsal, we were like, ‘Yeah, this is going to work’.” The chemistry obviously worked because that first album, Heroes Or Ghosts, released in 2007, went double platinum in Ireland and saw two singles – Grace, Don’t Wait! and San Diego Song – spend 16 weeks each in the Irish Top 40. Sell-out tours of Ireland, the UK and the
ADAM D MILLS CATCHES UP WITH BRIAN CHASE AND SETH MISTERKA, TWO NEW YORKERS (ONE OF WHOM YOU’VE PROBABLY HEARD) BRINGING THEIR INCREDIBLE FREE JAZZ STYLINGS TO AUSTRALIA FOR THE FIRST TIME.
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don’t think surprise is the word,” Coronas singer and rhythm guitarist Danny O’Reilly recalls of that night in February. He’s at home at his mum and dad’s place in Dublin when he takes Drum’s call (and by the by, his mum happens to be legendary Irish singer Mary Black). “We went to the awards thinking we had no chance up against Snow Patrol and U2, bands that we’ve listened to growing up and admire, so it was just a total and utter shock, mainly because it was voted by the public as well. It wasn’t like some committee of industry people saying, ‘Let’s give it to the young lads’. Even the people who run the Meteor Awards told that they had to re-check the count on the votes because they were surprised too. We met Adam Clayton afterwards and he just congratulated us and said, ‘Fair play to you and you deserve it’ – and that just meant so much to us.”
DYNAMIC DUO
US, along with two Meteor nominations followed, then it was that first US tour that gave them the story behind the lyrically least representative track they’ve cut so far, Tony Was An Ex-Con, about their psychotic tour bus driver – a song that, in a neatly perverse move, they took as the title for the second album. “That was actually one of the reasons why. Heroes Or Ghosts seemed like a meaningful, apt name for a debut, so having a think about the second album, we felt the album was different so we thought it would be good to go with a different story to tell about it. We’d barely gigged outside of Dublin never mind Ireland when we did the first album and we were really proud of it but we knew we could improve on it. “The second record we’d spent a lot of time on the road together and we started writing together a lot more, especially me and Dave, so I think it has a much more collaborative feel. After touring the first album, we all knew where we were musically and what we were sounding like so with the second record we knew exactly where we wanted to go. We consider ourselves songwriters more than musicians. We try and write tunes, songs that people can sing along to and enjoy and we’re not at all afraid to embrace that.” WHO The Coronas WHEN & WHERE Friday, The Factory Theatre; Saturday, Newcastle Leagues Club; Sunday, The Mean Fiddler
ost people would know Brian Chase as New York’s finest art-punk trio Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ drummer extraordinaire. When he’s not tearing up stages with his pals Karen and Nick, he performs in a number of much more low-key ensembles, one being a duo with saxophonist Seth Misterka, in which they explore the language of free jazz with nod to such greats as John Coltrane, Sun Ra and Anthony Braxton. The pair released their debut album, Duo, in 2007 via Melbourne label Heathen Skulls and are currently crisscrossing the country, having supported Chicago post-rock pioneers Tortoise, playing a few of their own shows. This is Chase’s second visit to Australia in recent times, having been here over summer touring the latest Yeah Yeah Yeahs album, It’s Blitz! during which he played before thousands in mid-sized stadium venues. This trip is, as he admits, a far more low-key affair. “It’s definitely a nice change of pace in that way. The values of the performance are still the same, but the method is very different. It is nice to have it be more grassroots and not as big. It definitely feels more direct in many ways.” Misterka’s extensive resume spans everything from traditional jazz to rock, electronica and noise. Having long been active in the New York avant-garde community, he’s played alongside a huge number of artists, such as Shy Child, William Parker and John Zorn. “I feel very blessed to be in New York City where there’s such a great number of musicians. It’s really a fantastic place to be based as a musician. There’s just so many creative possibilities.” Chase and Misterka met in the mid-’00s and began playing together almost immediately. “I was curating an avant-garde improvisation series at a club in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Brian was at one of the concerts and just approached me afterwards to thank me for hosting it. I wasn’t aware of any of his activities, but he mentioned he played the drums so I suggested we get together and start to play. So we just struck up a friendship and started jamming together.”
SECOND WIND
IT’S BEEN FOUR YEARS SINCE JACKIE MARSHALL RELEASED HER AMPNOMINATED DEBUT ALBUM AND SHE’S GROWN A LOT, AS MICHAEL SMITH DISCOVERS.
experimental period in my life, so I’m kind of reverting to type, but I would expect that most people wouldn’t have seen that side of me. I really wanted to get back that. The first album came about in a funny way and it wasn’t the most upbeat in my life and that’s reflected in the sound of it, but this record is more true to who I am as an artist.”
hile the comparison isn’t really all that valid, if you accept that for a number of reviewers, Jackie Marshall is something of a contemporary female Bob Dylan, then you could see her second album Ladies’ Luck as her Big Pink. “I’ll go with that,” says Marshall laughing. “I don’t mind. The Dylan thing is a big call, hey? But I’m really fortunate to be playing with that band on this record. They’re all people I’ve known for a long time and admired their sound, so they’ve provided a really strong basis for these songs so that I could mix it and really push myself musically.
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Joining the Brisbane-based Marshall on Ladies’ Luck are, to quote her bio, “the mysterious and venerable Black Alles Band”. “I’m just more confident and I’m constantly inspired by the people around me on the road, performing, and try to give some energy back to them. There were a lot of songs and in the end a lot of things didn’t make the grade. What dictated the choices was realising early on in the piece that it was going to be a guitar-driven record, so it was the songs that worked best with Heath Cullen, Greg Cathcart and Chris Pickering – the main guitarists on the record – that made the grade. It was all about finding the right people to bring the songs to life.”
“The funny thing is the first record I put out [Fight N’Flight, in 2006] was a lull after a very hectic
Fellow singer/songwriter and alt.country artist Pickering has been an important part of the Jackie Marshall pretty
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The duo recently recorded their second album, The Shape Of Sound, available to purchase at their shows. Where their debut was a collection of free improvisations, this record sees the duo trying a few different approaches. “For this record we decided to reinterpret some jazz standards and use that as a starting point for improvisation,” says Chase. “Which was nice, because some of the older material is really beautiful; some of those melodies are gorgeous. And then we would use those themes as an introduction to improvisation.” They also experimented with the use of electronics, using real-time processing and effects to add new textures. This new element has also been incorporated into their performances. “I like to think of it as a third member, another reactive element in the group that’s neither Seth or I.” Chase doesn’t find his position in The Yeah Yeah Yeahs and his resultant fame has impacted on the profile of this project. Typically, the shows he plays with Misterka are attended by folks with a serious interest in experimental and avant-garde music, rather than curious Yeah Yeah Yeahs fans. “Every once in a while there are people that are curious and come and check it out, but it happens much less than I’d expect. I still feel like typical Yeah Yeah Yeahs fans, it’s kind of out of their comfort zone. Even though they’re curious there’s still this barrier of unfamiliarity.” WHO Brian Chase & Seth Misterka WHAT The Shape Of Sound (Heathen Skulls) out Thursday WHEN & WHERE Saturday, Red Rattler; Sunday (afternoon), Mu Meson Archives; Sunday (evening), The Vanguard
been in the music industry and been achieving and they turned me round one time and told me it was about time I had go, so I said okay. Chris Pickering, God bless him, I remember I was a bit lost and he had a house, gave me a room and said, ‘Sort yourself out and we’ll make a record with you’. So that’s how Fight N’Flight came about.”
much from the beginning, at least of the recording career part of the career. Marshall takes her story a little further back to explain how she got to this point. “It’s the classic story. When I was 15 my neighbour had a guitar and her parents were hippies and wanted her to learn all these ‘60s songs and she wouldn’t have a bar of it, but I was gagging for it, so I borrowed the guitar for an extended period of time, learnt how to play Blowin’ In The Wind – even though I hadn’t heard it – and thought I’ve learnt three chords now so I might make up my own songs. “After busking and travelling for years – and people might be surprised to know that I just wasn’t a very confident musician really – but lots of my friends had
She might have started out lacking confidence but it was Marshall herself, as she admits, laughing, who put that debut album up for AMP consideration, though she was as surprised as anyone else that it became a serious contender. “That came out of nowhere, but I thought I’d done something good and waited so long to do something good and it felt like the vindication of the choice that I’d made to head into the professional music realm. It just meant that I could take myself a bit more seriously.” WHO Jackie Marshall WHAT Ladies’ Luck (Vitamin) WHEN & WHERE Saturday, MacGregor Hall; Sunday, Notes
UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
COURTNEY LOVE HOLDS FORTH ON EVERYTHING FROM THE NEW INCARNATION OF HOLE TO KANYE WEST STEALING HER VIDEO DIRECTOR. TOM HAWKING DOES HIS BEST TO GET A WORD IN EDGEWAYS.
“Where’s Australia?” It’s backstage in a TV studio in Chelsea, New York and Courtney Love – surprisingly tall in the flesh, clad in jeans, a white top and truly spectacular shoes that appear to be encrusted with diamonds (she later confesses they’re “not at all recession-friendly”) – is casting about to see where her next interview is coming from. Drum waves at her from the other side of the room. Australia’s over here! “Okay, darling,” she says, giving us a firm handshake. “Right over here.” She perches on the sofa and lights what’ll be the first of an endless series of cigarettes. Love is in New York to promote her new album, Nobody’s Daughter, and to introduce her new band. Which is called Hole. More on that in a moment, but first, meet the band, as described in Love’s own inimitable style. “Two of them are British... Well, three of them are British, because there’s Silent Dave. Silent Dave’s primary purpose is to cover for my lack of shredding skills. The songs are really chordy. Violet, Miss World and shit, I can do them in my sleep, but even... I forget things. I forget Doll Parts. How can you forget that? It’s A minor, E minor and G – and I think that might be wrong. You can fact check on that. I think it’s wrong. [UltimateGuitar.com reckons it’s A, Cmaj7 and G] In any case, Silent Dave covers for this. He’s from the Isle of Wight, [drummer] Stu [Fisher]’s from the Isle of Wight, [guitarist] Micko [Larkin]’s from London and [bassist] Shawn [Dailey]’s American. Well, actually, Micko’s Irish by way of Twickenham and he lives with me and is my roommate. And that’s a whole situation...”
game. He looks like Mick Jagger, he’s fucking long and tall, he plays really cool guitar, he... He scores well with the ladies, but not that well. It shocks me.”
She chuckles, but doesn’t expand on the ‘situation’. She does, however, discuss her guitarist’s inability to get laid as much as he should. “He didn’t come back last night and I was very worried about him because he has no
The band is called Hole. Why? It contains no original members of that band apart from Love herself. “How many times have I been asked that today, do you think?” Lots, no doubt. But people will want to
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He’s young, though. “He’s young. He’s 22. I sat him down the other night… look, we’re in Hollywood, California, with Candy McCulloch, who’s [Echo & The Bunnymen frontman] Ian McCulloch’s daughter and is gorgeous. They’re the same age and she’s adorable – and she’s Ian McCulloch’s daughter, so she’s fucking royalty and she’s safe with me, because I worship her dad. I would never... y’ know, do anything to, whatever... and he just failed. [Makes gameshow-style ‘wahhh’ noise.] So when he didn’t come in last night, at like 4am, I was really scared for him. I didn’t think he was off with some twins or something. So anyway, he’s lived with me for five years, since I found him on a street corner and brought him home to Frances and me. Stu can’t live with me because I’m too kooky. Shawn comes and goes from California.”
know the answer. “Well, I have four names that I registered in 1988. ‘Swamp Pussy’, which was never going to have a chance. ‘Cockpit’, ‘Hole’ and ‘Babes In Toyland’. Most people know – or should know – what happened to Babes In Toyland. I also had my name – Courtney Love – and I went and registered them. And… what’s this video?” Um... sorry? Love gestures impatiently at the huge TV taking up most of the wall on the other side of the room. It’s playing some sort of pop video that Drum has never seen before. “Come on, dude.” She flails around for the name and can’t think of it. “I’m interested because video budgets are drastically down. And so I’m just watching this video, because I want to see how much it would have cost. And because Kanye just nicked my guy.” She bashes the arm of her chair for emphasis. “I found [whack!] the fucking [whack!] guy. And Kanye stole him [WHACK!]. And I’m an underdog and Kanye’s not – and I’m really... I’m PO’d. But,” she sighs, “who can blame him? I have good taste. And anyway, it’s my band name. I had it in 1988, I had it in 1998, I had it in 2008, I’ll have it in 2018. It’s my band name.” Okay – but why was this was dubbed a Hole album and not a Courtney Love album? “Because it is a Hole album. We did it as a band.”
Lyrically, though, Nobody’s Daughter’s all about Love. Sure, her lyrics have always been intensely personal, but they’ve also encompassed issues beyond her alone – take Miss World and its discussion of femininity, or Celebrity Skin and its meditations on celebrity. This time, the songs are intensely confessional and seem to dwell specifically on a difficult time in Love’s life. How important was making the album to getting through that time? “Which difficult time?” she asks. “There’s been a lot of them.” The last five years, I guess. “The last five years has been a fucking walk in the park compared to the five years before that and the five years before that, which were a downward spiral. So there was a downward spiral… and there was hell… and there was an upward trajectory. In the last five years, fifty percent of my time has been spent making this record. So I’ve had to be on and in touch with my inner muse and creative self, but I haven’t had to be on tour. They’re two very different things. I de-kooked – it was like de-lousing. Letting go of all that stuff. I had to be more efficient, more streamlined, wear more sensible shoes, drink a lot of water... Be hearty... Dude, I saw my schedule – it’s for an 18-year-old. It’s non-fuckingstop. If some guy hadn’t cancelled on me, I’d have been working until midnight tonight.” So how does she do it? She leans forward, suddenly serious. “Because I want to do it. I like the eternal return theory, which is a little more healthy for you than the ‘live like there’s no tomorrow’ theory. ‘Live like there’s no tomorrow’ denotes more drug use. Living a really balanced day where you’re really mindful of everything you do is the way to go. So one of the things that happened – I have an anti-depressant that I don’t have to take, but I can take it. So you either feel the pain and don’t suck; or don’t feel the pain and suck. And it blows, but that’s the truth. For me. I don’t know how it is for people who don’t have severe moodiness or whatever, like I do. So that’s my theory.” She stops and laughs. “But I might have another one next week.” WHO Hole WHAT Nobody’s Daughter (Universal)
UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
COURTNEY LOVE HOLDS FORTH ON EVERYTHING FROM THE NEW INCARNATION OF HOLE TO KANYE WEST STEALING HER VIDEO DIRECTOR. TOM HAWKING DOES HIS BEST TO GET A WORD IN EDGEWAYS.
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here’s Australia?” It’s backstage in a TV studio in Chelsea, New York and Courtney Love – surprisingly tall in the flesh, clad in jeans, a white top and truly spectacular shoes that appear to be encrusted with diamonds (she later confesses they’re “not at all recession-friendly”) – is casting about to see where her next interview is coming from. Drum waves at her from the other side of the room. Australia’s over here! “Okay, darling,” she says, giving us a firm handshake. “Right over here.” She perches on the sofa and lights what’ll be the first of an endless series of cigarettes. Love is in New York to promote her new album, Nobody’s Daughter, and to introduce her new band. Which is called Hole. More on that in a moment, but first, meet the band, as described in Love’s own inimitable style. “Two of them are British... Well, three of them are British, because there’s Silent Dave. Silent Dave’s primary purpose is to cover for my lack of shredding skills. The songs are really chordy. Violet, Miss World and shit, I can do them in my sleep, but even... I forget things. I forget Doll Parts. How can you forget that? It’s A minor, E minor and G – and I think that might be wrong. You can fact check on that. I think it’s wrong. [UltimateGuitar.com reckons it’s A, Cmaj7 and G] In any case, Silent Dave covers for this. He’s from the Isle of Wight, [drummer] Stu [Fisher]’s from the Isle of Wight, [guitarist] Micko [Larkin]’s from London and [bassist] Shawn [Dailey]’s American. Well, actually, Micko’s Irish by way of Twickenham and he lives with me and is my roommate. And that’s a whole situation...” She chuckles, but doesn’t expand on the ‘situation’. She does, however, discuss her guitarist’s inability to get laid as much as he should. “He didn’t come back last night and I was very worried about him because he has no game. He looks like Mick Jagger, he’s fucking long and tall, he plays really cool guitar, he... He scores well with the ladies, but not that well. It shocks me.” He’s young, though. “He’s young. He’s 22. I sat him down the other night… look, we’re in Hollywood, California, with Candy McCulloch, who’s [Echo & The Bunnymen frontman] Ian McCulloch’s daughter and is gorgeous. They’re the same age and she’s adorable – and she’s Ian McCulloch’s daughter, so she’s fucking royalty and she’s safe with me, because I worship her dad. I would never... y’ know, do anything to, whatever... and he just failed. [Makes gameshow-style ‘wahhh’ noise.] So when he didn’t come in last night, at like 4am, I was really scared for him. I didn’t think he was off with some twins or something. So anyway, he’s lived with me for five years, since I found him on a street corner and brought him home to Frances and me. Stu can’t live with me because I’m too kooky. Shawn comes and goes from California.” The band is called Hole. Why? It contains no original members of that band apart from Love herself. “How many times have I been asked that today, do you think?” Lots, no doubt. But people will want to know the answer. “Well, I have four names that I registered in 1988. ‘Swamp Pussy’, which was never going to have a chance. ‘Cockpit’, ‘Hole’ and ‘Babes In Toyland’. Most people know – or should know – what happened to Babes In Toyland. I also had my name – Courtney Love – and I went and registered them. And… what’s this video?” Um... sorry? Love gestures impatiently at the huge TV taking up most of the wall on the other side of the room. It’s playing some sort of pop video that Drum has never seen before. “Come on, dude.” She flails around for the name and can’t think of it. “I’m interested because video budgets are drastically down. And so I’m just watching this video, because I want to see how much it would have cost. And because Kanye just nicked my guy.” She bashes the arm of her chair for emphasis. “I found [whack!] the fucking [whack!] guy. And Kanye stole him [WHACK!]. And I’m an underdog and Kanye’s not – and I’m really... I’m PO’d. But,” she sighs, “who can blame him? I have good taste. And anyway, it’s my band name. I had it in 1988, I had it in 1998, I had it in 2008, I’ll have it in 2018. It’s my band name.” Okay – but why was this was dubbed a Hole album and not a Courtney Love album? “Because it is a Hole album. We did it as a band.” Lyrically, though, Nobody’s Daughter’s all about Love. Sure, her lyrics have always been intensely personal, but they’ve also encompassed issues beyond her alone – take Miss World and its discussion of femininity, or Celebrity Skin and its meditations on celebrity. This time, the songs are intensely confessional and seem to dwell specifically on a difficult time in Love’s life. How important was making the album to getting through that time? “Which difficult time?” she asks. “There’s been a lot of them.” The last five years, I guess. “The last five years has been a fucking walk in the park compared to the five years before that and the five years before that, which were a downward spiral. So there was a downward spiral… and there was hell… and there was an upward trajectory. In the last five years, fifty percent of my time has been spent making this record. So I’ve had to be on and in touch with my inner muse and creative self, but I haven’t had to be on tour. They’re two very different things. I de-kooked – it was like de-lousing. Letting go of all that stuff. I had to be more efficient, more streamlined, wear more sensible shoes, drink a lot of water... Be hearty... Dude, I saw my schedule – it’s for an 18-year-old. It’s non-fucking-stop. If some guy hadn’t cancelled on me, I’d have been working until midnight tonight.” So how does she do it? She leans forward, suddenly serious. “Because I want to do it. I like the eternal return theory, which is a little more healthy for you than the ‘live like there’s no tomorrow’ theory. ‘Live like there’s no tomorrow’ denotes more drug use. Living a really balanced day where you’re really mindful of everything you do is the way to go. So one of the things that happened – I have an anti-depressant that I don’t have to take, but I can take it. So you either feel the pain and don’t suck; or don’t feel the pain and suck. And it blows, but that’s the truth. For me. I don’t know how it is for people who don’t have severe moodiness or whatever, like I do. So that’s my theory.” She stops and laughs. “But I might have another one next week.” WHO Hole WHAT Nobody’s Daughter (Universal)
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SELF-MADE WOMAN
GUITAR IN HAND, DIANA ANAID CHATS AND SINGS MICHAEL SMITH THROUGH THE JOURNEY TO HER LATEST ALBUM.
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iana Anaid’s new album takes you from angry love to happy love and all points between, with a bit of peace in there – and even a pinch of forbidden love. “Yeah, even a bit of black rainbow love. I usually do a lot of love themes. All my albums have a theme of love on them. This time I was purposely trying to have a little more variety in my themes, so it’s interesting you should say it’s still varying degrees of love. That’s definitely the strongest theme in my life and in my songwriting; heartache and emotions and breakups and true love, love between family members and friends, stuff like that.” That said, Anaid does stretch the envelope a little, with her hilarious dig at that potentially silliest of relationships, the older man and much younger wife. “Token Wife of course is very much tongue in cheek while Fight The Morning is more about alcohol abuse and how quickly it can come on you, especially in the music industry where you’re fed a lot of alcohol. Sometimes that’s how you get paid.” It’s six years since Anaid released what became her most successful album to date, Beautiful Obscene, which not only gained her mainstream airplay in Australia but also landed her a US record deal with indie label Five Crowns, plus a Top 30 single on US Hot Adult Contemporary chart with Last Thing. There was also an invitation to showcase at the International Folk Alliance in Memphis as well as gigs around California. “It was amazing there. Beautiful Obscene became an iTunes phenomenon and voted seventh best pop CD of 2004 as well as one of the top ten indie CDs. Last Thing stayed in that chart for ages. It was a breakaway hit that was taken on by a really popular San Francisco pop radio station and once they started playing it, the rest of the country picked up on it, so it slowly filtered around and even though I’m more an indie and folk act, the excitement they all had towards the song was infectious and my label and manager said, ‘Let’s run with this’. “But the pop world’s a very hard one to sustain. You have to sell way more CDs than I was selling to maintain the costs – flights, accommodation, travel. In the end, the smartest thing for me to do was come
LIFE AFTER ANDROMEDA
THE FIRST MOST OF US BECAME AWARE OF SIANNA LEE WAS WHEN LOVE OUTSIDE ANDROMEDA BURST OUT OF MELBOURNE. THESE DAYS SHE’S TRAVELLING SOLO, BUT AS MICHAEL SMITH DISCOVERS, THERE WAS A MOMENT WHEN THAT LOOKED LIKE NEVER HAPPENING.
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home and start my own record label. The pop world is not my scene – it’s not where I wanted to be – and although I love the song, Last Thing is not indicative of my style of music.” After two years in the States, Anaid found she had some personal stuff to sort out, like catching up with her son and helping her father through the last stages of cancer. Once she’d dealt with that side of her life, she was able to return to songwriting and putting together that indie label to release her music as she saw and heard it. When she says she’s indie folk, it’s not the dreamy end of things, as Anaid’s music always packs a punch. “My idols are Ani DiFranco, PJ Harvey, Patti Smith and Alanis Morissette, even Jane’s Addiction if you make it a little less rock. So it’s not too gentle. It’s strong women. But I’m still trying to write those kinds of songs that relate to people and stick in their heads, are singable and have that kind of melody that moves you. My whole ambition since I started was to make a difference with my music and although I’ve been sidelined every now and then and tried to fool myself that it might be about getting on Homebake and Big Day Out, it actually isn’t. For me it’s about touching people’s lives and making a difference for them as listeners.” WHO Diana Anaid WHAT Diana Anaid (Forola/MGM) WHEN & WHERE Friday, Excelsior Hotel Surry Hills; Saturday, Northern Star Hotel; Sunday, Hotel Gearin
hen the band broke up,” Lee, who has just released her debut solo album Phoenix Propeller, explains, “I thought maybe that was a good run and I was lucky to have done all that I did with that band and maybe that was that. I felt really burnt out. Love Outside Andromeda became a little bit popular in 2003 and from then on it was just all about touring and making more recordings and getting to the next level and all that sort of stuff. So by 2006 I think I weighed about 47 kilos and I’m fairly tall, so I was just really… yeah, fucked! “I started a nursing degree last year and I investigated a few other different career possibilities and the conclusion I kept coming to was that I can do it later. I also had this idea that nursing was a far more noble profession than being a musician and all this sort of stuff. So I wasn’t to do an assignment while preparing for this solo gig I was doing with Adalita in Melbourne, I was meant to be at rehearsal, I was running late and I just thought, ‘I’m trying to do too many things and there’s no point in doing all these things if you do them all half-arsed.’ So I dropped out of school and started recording.” In her bio, Lee suggests Phoenix Propeller “documents the emotional fall out of band gone wrong, love gone wrong and the decision to not become a single mother at the age of 26. It is not a playful or light-hearted attempt at a first solo record. They are an uncomfortably honest collection of songs that I never really thought would be released”. Lyrically then, the album is pretty raw, yet melodically, it’s beautiful; there’s a subtle atmosphere to each of the songs that evokes a particular feeling in the listening. “It always starts with the words and what I’m trying to say – the stories in the songs – and I think everything else evolves around that. It wasn’t actually that hard to capture that atmosphere. But I don’t think it’s ever hard
AN OVERALL TASTE
ON THEIR WEBSITE SINGER JUAN ALBAN WRITES OF THE FINAL EPICURE TOUR, “THERE’S NO ONE REASON, BUT LET’S SAY IT’S BECOME IMPOSSIBLE FOR THE BAND TO CONTINUE”. MICHAEL SMITH TRIES TO FILL IN THE MISSING PARTS.
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guess it’s a real culmination of things,” Epicure singer, songwriter and guitarist Juan Alban admits. “The last record [Postcards From A Ghost] didn’t actually go as well as we sort of needed it to do, didn’t get the same kind of radio support we’d had in the past and I guess that impacted on the live turnouts. We were spending more money than we were making and it just got to a point where we just couldn’t sustain it. I guess that coupled up with the fact that we’re all thirty-odd and people are getting married and having kids and it’s hard to keep making the band the main priority when it isn’t going upwards. So it was all those kinds of things combined and feeling the band was
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actually slowing down and it was time to end it.” The disappointment was already in evidence when Drum spoke to Alban on the release of that last album, Epicure’s fifth, in October 2008. It had then been three years since their previous album, Main Street, which had also not performed as well as they’d hoped and Alban had said that with Postcards… the band felt they were having to prove themselves all over again. Not that the five-piece, originally forming in high school in Ballarat in 1996, had expected the success they did achieve when they found themselves triple j darlings in 2003 courtesy Armies Against Me and Life Sentence, with both tracks featuring in the triple j Hottest 100 for that year, with a third cut, Self Destruct In Five, making the following year’s selection. All appeared on their third album The Goodbye Girl. Never the most publicity hungry of bands, they’d hoped it was their perfectionism and determination to make the best records they could that would get them across the line; a pretty idealistic position to take at any time, but
an almost impossible dream in this country. Anyway, with the decision to step down, the band decided it couldn’t hurt to do it off the back of what they hoped is a representative overview of their recording career; a retrospective anthology they’ve titled, appropriately enough, Quietly Into The Night. “We tried to pick the material we’re most proud of – not necessarily what was the most popular or successful – and put out a good representation of the whole band’s
to write. I think it’s hard to record them and it’s hard to play them in front of other people. In the privacy of your own home it’s very easy to write.” Two songs – the opening cut Asie Incomplete and Molten – carry music credits with former Love Outside Andromeda colleagues Jesse Lee and Jamie Slocombe respectively. Another two, You Are The Sea and Mercenary In Me, sport the name Robert F. Cranny in the co-credits, with the Sydney-based musician, songwriter and producer best known for his collaborations with Sarah Blasko. “Yes, he’s very clever. I met him in 2008 when I was doing a solo tour with theredsunband and because he was on tour with us, he heard my songs night after night and I think he grew to like them. His speciality is working with female songwriters and he was like, ‘Maybe we should do something together’. The following year I brought a couple of songs to him that I wasn’t really sure about and we worked on them together. “I was worried that it might be a little fragmented – each song is really different and I really like that – but I have a song called Phoenix Propeller that didn’t make the cut of the album basically it didn’t fit. It’s more of a rock song, so I’m just going to have it available for download. It’s a lot of fun to play live and I enjoy playing that style of music, but I’m really enjoying rehearsing the album as it is for this tour.” WHO Sianna Lee WHAT Phoenix Propeller (Enchanted/Shock) WHEN & WHERE Friday, Grand Hotel Wollongong; Saturday, Excelsior Hotel Surry Hills; Sunday, Front Gallery; Tuesday 25 May, The Lounge
career, from our very early and finishing off with our most recent work I guess. It’s just a nice way to see how the band progressed with its sound.” The album doesn’t finish with When That Hurricane Blows Through, from their September 2009 tour EP, Sick Hearts Parade, but a track from near the beginning of their career, Where You’re Not, an Armies Against Me B-side. Of course, putting a retrospective together gives not only fans a chance to fill any gaps in their collections, but also the band a chance to see how they themselves evolved. “When I look back at the old stuff I tend to look critically. On The Goodbye Girl record and Main Street I think there are four or five things that I’d still be happy with now, but the latest record, Postcards From A Ghost, I still feel like that was our pinnacle creatively. At least I think all those songs still hold up. I’m still feel very proud of those songs. You can hear a sort of upwards arc in the songwriting over time, so I guess at least we feel like we kept getting better.” WHO Epicure WHAT Quietly Into The Night (MGM) WHEN & WHERE Friday, The Annandale Hotel
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IRELAND’S DREAMING
BARELY FIVE YEARS OLD, DUBLIN FOURPIECE THE CORONAS BEAT OUT BIG GUNS U2 AND SNOW PATROL AT THE METEOR MUSIC AWARDS IN FEBRUARY, WALKING AWAY WITH THE ALBUM OF THE YEAR TROPHY. MICHAEL SMITH DIGS INTO THE BACK STORY ON THE YOUNG UPSTARTS.
O’Reilly had been in a high school band with bass player Graham Knox and drummer Conor Egan when they were all 15, but that had fallen apart by the time they were 18. Even so the three stuck together and they still made music together. Their band cut a live EP and then a studio EP as The Coronas in 2004 and 2005 respectively, though they felt something was missing. “Then we met [fellow Dubliner and lead guitarist] Dave [McPhillips] in Vancouver of all places. We just happened to go over there on holidays and Dave happened to be over there working odd jobs through the summer. Every night there’d be a house party and everyone would be playing songs and jamming and straight away we got on really, really well. Straight after we got back from Vancouver we asked him to join the band and five minutes into the first rehearsal, we were like, ‘Yeah, this is going to work’.” The chemistry obviously worked because that first album, Heroes Or Ghosts, released in 2007, went double platinum in Ireland and saw two singles – Grace, Don’t Wait! and San Diego Song – spend 16 weeks each in the Irish Top 40. Sell-out tours of Ireland, the UK and the
ADAM D MILLS CATCHES UP WITH BRIAN CHASE AND SETH MISTERKA, TWO NEW YORKERS (ONE OF WHOM YOU’VE PROBABLY HEARD) BRINGING THEIR INCREDIBLE FREE JAZZ STYLINGS TO AUSTRALIA FOR THE FIRST TIME.
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don’t think surprise is the word,” Coronas singer and rhythm guitarist Danny O’Reilly recalls of that night in February. He’s at home at his mum and dad’s place in Dublin when he takes Drum’s call (and by the by, his mum happens to be legendary Irish singer Mary Black). “We went to the awards thinking we had no chance up against Snow Patrol and U2, bands that we’ve listened to growing up and admire, so it was just a total and utter shock, mainly because it was voted by the public as well. It wasn’t like some committee of industry people saying, ‘Let’s give it to the young lads’. Even the people who run the Meteor Awards told that they had to re-check the count on the votes because they were surprised too. We met Adam Clayton afterwards and he just congratulated us and said, ‘Fair play to you and you deserve it’ – and that just meant so much to us.”
DYNAMIC DUO
US, along with two Meteor nominations followed, then it was that first US tour that gave them the story behind the lyrically least representative track they’ve cut so far, Tony Was An Ex-Con, about their psychotic tour bus driver – a song that, in a neatly perverse move, they took as the title for the second album. “That was actually one of the reasons why. Heroes Or Ghosts seemed like a meaningful, apt name for a debut, so having a think about the second album, we felt the album was different so we thought it would be good to go with a different story to tell about it. We’d barely gigged outside of Dublin never mind Ireland when we did the first album and we were really proud of it but we knew we could improve on it. “The second record we’d spent a lot of time on the road together and we started writing together a lot more, especially me and Dave, so I think it has a much more collaborative feel. After touring the first album, we all knew where we were musically and what we were sounding like so with the second record we knew exactly where we wanted to go. We consider ourselves songwriters more than musicians. We try and write tunes, songs that people can sing along to and enjoy and we’re not at all afraid to embrace that.” WHO The Coronas WHEN & WHERE Friday, The Factory Theatre; Saturday, Newcastle Leagues Club; Sunday, The Mean Fiddler
ost people would know Brian Chase as New York’s finest art-punk trio Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ drummer extraordinaire. When he’s not tearing up stages with his pals Karen and Nick, he performs in a number of much more low-key ensembles, one being a duo with saxophonist Seth Misterka, in which they explore the language of free jazz with nod to such greats as John Coltrane, Sun Ra and Anthony Braxton. The pair released their debut album, Duo, in 2007 via Melbourne label Heathen Skulls and are currently crisscrossing the country, having supported Chicago post-rock pioneers Tortoise, playing a few of their own shows. This is Chase’s second visit to Australia in recent times, having been here over summer touring the latest Yeah Yeah Yeahs album, It’s Blitz! during which he played before thousands in mid-sized stadium venues. This trip is, as he admits, a far more low-key affair. “It’s definitely a nice change of pace in that way. The values of the performance are still the same, but the method is very different. It is nice to have it be more grassroots and not as big. It definitely feels more direct in many ways.” Misterka’s extensive resume spans everything from traditional jazz to rock, electronica and noise. Having long been active in the New York avant-garde community, he’s played alongside a huge number of artists, such as Shy Child, William Parker and John Zorn. “I feel very blessed to be in New York City where there’s such a great number of musicians. It’s really a fantastic place to be based as a musician. There’s just so many creative possibilities.” Chase and Misterka met in the mid-’00s and began playing together almost immediately. “I was curating an avant-garde improvisation series at a club in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Brian was at one of the concerts and just approached me afterwards to thank me for hosting it. I wasn’t aware of any of his activities, but he mentioned he played the drums so I suggested we get together and start to play. So we just struck up a friendship and started jamming together.”
SECOND WIND
IT’S BEEN FOUR YEARS SINCE JACKIE MARSHALL RELEASED HER AMPNOMINATED DEBUT ALBUM AND SHE’S GROWN A LOT, AS MICHAEL SMITH DISCOVERS.
experimental period in my life, so I’m kind of reverting to type, but I would expect that most people wouldn’t have seen that side of me. I really wanted to get back that. The first album came about in a funny way and it wasn’t the most upbeat in my life and that’s reflected in the sound of it, but this record is more true to who I am as an artist.”
hile the comparison isn’t really all that valid, if you accept that for a number of reviewers, Jackie Marshall is something of a contemporary female Bob Dylan, then you could see her second album Ladies’ Luck as her Big Pink. “I’ll go with that,” says Marshall laughing. “I don’t mind. The Dylan thing is a big call, hey? But I’m really fortunate to be playing with that band on this record. They’re all people I’ve known for a long time and admired their sound, so they’ve provided a really strong basis for these songs so that I could mix it and really push myself musically.
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Joining the Brisbane-based Marshall on Ladies’ Luck are, to quote her bio, “the mysterious and venerable Black Alles Band”. “I’m just more confident and I’m constantly inspired by the people around me on the road, performing, and try to give some energy back to them. There were a lot of songs and in the end a lot of things didn’t make the grade. What dictated the choices was realising early on in the piece that it was going to be a guitar-driven record, so it was the songs that worked best with Heath Cullen, Greg Cathcart and Chris Pickering – the main guitarists on the record – that made the grade. It was all about finding the right people to bring the songs to life.”
“The funny thing is the first record I put out [Fight N’Flight, in 2006] was a lull after a very hectic
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The duo recently recorded their second album, The Shape Of Sound, available to purchase at their shows. Where their debut was a collection of free improvisations, this record sees the duo trying a few different approaches. “For this record we decided to reinterpret some jazz standards and use that as a starting point for improvisation,” says Chase. “Which was nice, because some of the older material is really beautiful; some of those melodies are gorgeous. And then we would use those themes as an introduction to improvisation.” They also experimented with the use of electronics, using real-time processing and effects to add new textures. This new element has also been incorporated into their performances. “I like to think of it as a third member, another reactive element in the group that’s neither Seth or I.” Chase doesn’t find his position in The Yeah Yeah Yeahs and his resultant fame has impacted on the profile of this project. Typically, the shows he plays with Misterka are attended by folks with a serious interest in experimental and avant-garde music, rather than curious Yeah Yeah Yeahs fans. “Every once in a while there are people that are curious and come and check it out, but it happens much less than I’d expect. I still feel like typical Yeah Yeah Yeahs fans, it’s kind of out of their comfort zone. Even though they’re curious there’s still this barrier of unfamiliarity.” WHO Brian Chase & Seth Misterka WHAT The Shape Of Sound (Heathen Skulls) out Thursday WHEN & WHERE Saturday, Red Rattler; Sunday (afternoon), Mu Meson Archives; Sunday (evening), The Vanguard
been in the music industry and been achieving and they turned me round one time and told me it was about time I had go, so I said okay. Chris Pickering, God bless him, I remember I was a bit lost and he had a house, gave me a room and said, ‘Sort yourself out and we’ll make a record with you’. So that’s how Fight N’Flight came about.”
much from the beginning, at least of the recording career part of the career. Marshall takes her story a little further back to explain how she got to this point. “It’s the classic story. When I was 15 my neighbour had a guitar and her parents were hippies and wanted her to learn all these ‘60s songs and she wouldn’t have a bar of it, but I was gagging for it, so I borrowed the guitar for an extended period of time, learnt how to play Blowin’ In The Wind – even though I hadn’t heard it – and thought I’ve learnt three chords now so I might make up my own songs. “After busking and travelling for years – and people might be surprised to know that I just wasn’t a very confident musician really – but lots of my friends had
She might have started out lacking confidence but it was Marshall herself, as she admits, laughing, who put that debut album up for AMP consideration, though she was as surprised as anyone else that it became a serious contender. “That came out of nowhere, but I thought I’d done something good and waited so long to do something good and it felt like the vindication of the choice that I’d made to head into the professional music realm. It just meant that I could take myself a bit more seriously.” WHO Jackie Marshall WHAT Ladies’ Luck (Vitamin) WHEN & WHERE Saturday, MacGregor Hall; Sunday, Notes
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WITH ROSS CLELLAND
OLD MAN RIVER You’re On My Mind EMI Like his fellow traveller Ben Lee, Ohad Rein/Old Man River seems to be running a line of simple, pop/folk often with a slightly spiritual undertone – for the unreconstructed punks, read that as ‘a bit hippie’. What is needed is something to set it apart from the guy on King St using his guitar case to collect change from passers-by. This could be Ben’s elderly monkey, or something memorable in its approach – though you could argue that OMR’s best-known tune, La, was basically a novelty song. This is sincere and honest, certainly, but slight.
WASHINGTON Rich Kids Hub/Universal
BLACK FRANCIS
CHASE THE SUN
GRAHAM PARKER
Cooking Vinyl/Shock
Only Blues Music
Bloodshot/Inertia
Nonstoperotik
Back from his latest (last?) go-round of the dysfunctional family reunion that is The Pixies’ superannuation fund tour, the bald man who screams returns and offers up a fairly typical Black Francis record – UFOs optional.
It’s been interesting, if not instructive, to watch the polarising of opinion that young Megan Washington seems to encourage. For this reviewer, there is no completely contrived artifice to her music as some shrilly complain. But equally, I can’t quite see the substance for the positive passions she also encourages. Or maybe it’s just she got the brass ring/record deal while many others of various worth didn’t. The lead track here is actually a quite charming and wellmade thing, but I’ve yet to find some of the depths claimed for her music.
Then again, the term ‘erotik’ in the title might take you aback slightly – it’s not a word you’d often associate with his work. Sure, there’s been messed-up sex, but although bathed in the trademark soft-loud-soft guitar squall there’s almost a tenderness hereabouts – even in the baldly-titled When I Go Down On You. Maybe he’s just saying what many people are thinking. He immediately follows that with the cocktail lounge piano of the title track. Schmaltz? Or just tongue in cheek with an aftertaste in your mouth? (After the previous track comment that’s, um... Ed)
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Then some odd angles: a cover of Gram Parsons’ Wheels chugging like a Kenworth crossing the centreline, then basically just drives past. It’s not bad – couldn’t be – but just kind of jars in its orthodoxy.
I Will Rice Is Nice/Other Tongues With an intro owing much to certain early era Beatles’ tunes – although they’re obviously too young to know – Richard and his Minders almost seem intent in proving we can take them seriously as purveyors of well-wrought pop, as well as having the somewhat bent angles we also love. Said angles may well be further explored with the addition of the redoubtable Spod to the combo, who conversely may also add a layer of keyboard racket to their often melodic meandering, and make them even more individual.
Rednecks & Gentlemen
Imaginary Television
Thirty-five to 40 years ago, Australia was producing some of the best blues-based rock bands on the planet, from Chain and Spectrum to Avalanche and Kahvas Jute. They may never have broken out onto the international stage but, drawing as they did from the very best that the US and UK had to offer, from Led Zeppelin to the Allman Brothers, these bands purveyed an awesome firepower forged in the toughest venues anywhere in the world Australia’s - that could match any of the internationals.
It’s been an odd career trajectory for Mr Parker. A contemporary – at times, even a match for – Elvis Costello, Joe Jackson and that group of angry English singer-songwriters the late ‘70s new wave, all seemed set fair. There were international pop hits, the likes of Hey Lord Don’t Ask Me Questions, followed by some separate American success early in the next decade, complete with the endorsement and occasional involvement of the lord our Springsteen.
Thirty-five years on, Chase The Sun could just resurrect that pioneering spirit for the new millennium. These three musicians have chops to burn and in guitarist Jan Rynsaart the kind of guitar hero to take up the challenge of, say, Borich locally and Bonamassa internationally. There are plenty of obvious reference points, particularly Hendrix and Stevie Ray, but the most important thing he’s taken from both is the knowledge that all the flash and technique in the world don’t mean a thing if it ain’t coming from deep inside, from the heart’n’soul. When Rynsaart rips, that’s what you’re hearing.
Then it all stalled. Those initial equals broadened their musics, while – now settled in the US – Parker kept putting out workmanlike records of his hard-edged singer-songwriter white R&B. And here’s another one. Songs like the opening Weather Report and Broken Skin are true-to-form, with an almost John Hiatt urban country element to them, and the reggae tinges that used to bubble away still occasionally appear as well, as in the unfolding You’re Not Where You Think You Are. There is an odder tangent here too. GP also appears also to have been listening to some Randy Newman, of his acerbic period, and/or old Hollywood musical soundtracks. Always Greener, all faux-jaunty and Bring Me A Heart Again, tongue-in-cheek and unashamedly referencing The Wizard Of Oz of all things. Throw in a couple of genuine stinkers – where one lyrical idea or pun gets stretched to breaking point – and the mixed blessing of a kazoo solo, it’s an ultimately frustrating listen when the good bits are so good, and the lesser stuff a deep shade of ordinary.
Elsewhere, the concerns are more typically bent. Opener Lake Of Sin is classic Frank, from title onward: Religion, guilt, death and/or redemption, jagged guitar solo to fade. You know the drill. But he still does it better than most. Bookending the album is Cinema Star, a David Lynch narrative on grumpy pills, with Francis left trying to keep his head above water as his life ship sinks under him, as a synthetic orchestra plays the coda which probably isn’t Nearer My God To Thee. As ever, weird, and at times wonderful.
Add a voice equal parts the growl of angry youth and nicotine-stained experience, a rhythm section so in tune with each other and the emotional twists of the songs and you’ve got one mean, gun-slinging power trio. Sure it’s old school, sure they’re not reinventing the wheel, God, it’s not remotely post-modern – Chase The Sun are unashamedly blue-collar. That’s why the album title matches what’s on offer so perfectly. You might see/hear flannies but beneath, like the blues greats of old, they’re true gentlemen – who can rock, caress and carouse with the best of them.
Ross Clelland
Michael Smith
Ross Clelland
THE HOLD STEADY
LUDACRIS
MINUS THE BEAR
Vagrant/Shock
Def Jam/Universal
Dangerbird/Alberts/Sony
BIRDS OF TOKYO The Saddest Thing I Know EMI Oh, so this is one of the things the triple j kids go for? So, why when it came up on the player did its, ‘listen, we’re saying something important here!’ tone make me feel like they were auditioning for the role of being Muse’s younger brothers. It just sounds so utterly joyless in its delivery, so ponderous in its intent, that there were moments you were praying for the death of music, as predicted by so many of those pontificating on the interwebs. That said, the success of this would seem assured. Funny old world, innit?
KATE VIGO Someone Better MGM The default politically correct creed – to which I usually subscribe – has it that we shan’t lump singers together, merely because of their gender. So, no, as the commandment reads, we will not compare musical chicks merely because they lack dicks. However, without Bjork, without Kate Bush, without Sarah Blasko even, we probably wouldn’t have Ms Vigo. There are bits of all those (and a few others) eithin what she does – admittedly not unpleasantly – but one’s left looking for some one feature that would set her apart.
THE SPITFIRES Dead? Good! Firestarter Now, there’s a sentiment this reviewer can get behind. Emanating from Perth, it comes with that snarky edge to the words which only an English accent can provide. Novelty here being the man yelling said lyrics is actually English. It all swings and chops at you with the intent of a band suitably rockin’ and passionate about what they’re doing. Happily, they have the ability to back that up. There are some pop melodies among the raised middle fingers. They mean it maaan, in the old-fashioned way worthy of being played loud.
Heaven Is Whenever
With the departure of keyboards player/accordionist Franz Nicolay in January, Craig Finn’s band of middleaged men lost that aspect to their sound almost completely. Heaven Is Whenever, the band’s fourth album is, then, largely guitar-driven, sounding even more like Springsteen’s American drive. That said, it’s not as forceful as they’ve been in the past, as they sit back, observing, tying up loose ends and honouring the struggle they so intricately portray. As per their previous classics, it’s after the third and fourth listens that the stories start to reveal themselves, and the tale is ultimately their greatest appeal. Yes, the same themes are running through this record; that is the confusion, desperation and utter confidence of youth that’s worryingly familiar and startling true. With each album taking a slightly different skew on the same snapshot of the ‘culture’ in question it’s a testament to the narrative that it’s still invigorating. Familiar characters reappear, such as Cheyenne and St. Paul in opener The Sweet Part Of The City, which, with the lines, “We were bored so we started a band/We’d like to play for you,” reminiscent of trademark opener Positive Jam. There’s a special feeling when Finn sings “Where were you when the blood spilled?/They almost killed me,” in the roadtrip-ready Barely Breathing, instantly connecting the whole body of work that is The Hold Steady. Few will find it their hands-down favourite, and it’s not the best entry point for newcomers, but for those already engrossed in the adventure it’s irreplaceable and brilliantly satisfying, proving again, they’re still one of the world’s most important active bands. Scott Fitzsimons
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Battle Of The Sexes Really, truly: Ludacris is one of the best rappers there has ever been. He has a great voice for starters. Chuck in the fact that he’s charismatic, engaging, creative with his flow, tells a great story and knows just when to vary his cadence and you’re well on the way to greatness. Where’s his classic album, though? Get chatting about Ludacris highlights and you’re inevitably talking about a guest verse here and there. He just can’t seem to get motivated on his own. In 2008, he dragged about a billion guests along for the ride and couldn’t quite crack it. With Battle Of The Sexes, we’re frustrated once more. One of the best in the business has failed to match his potential and secure his legacy. Again. First, if you were wondering about the “battle” of the sexes apparently going on, there isn’t one. Unless you’d call one of Luda’s lady friends attempting to escape his Sex Room a battle. The title’s a wild misnomer. A minute after Lil Kim makes a stab at Samantha Jones-style pseudo-proto-post-anti-feminism with “you don’t fuck us… we fuck you!”, Lil Fame arrives to explain that the prostitutes that come to his house have to take No Doz. They’re not allowed to sleep and if they don’t dance, they don’t eat. Yuck. Luda’s made a few bad decisions over the years but with Battle Of The Sexes his laziness has morphed into recklessness. The cover art alone screams, “I don’t care about this album! You shouldn’t either!” It’s good advice. Skip this.
James d’Apice
Omni
Minus The Bear’s third album, Omni, sees the Seattle natives embrace a little more of an electronic edge to their slick brand of indie rock. But don’t panic. Yes, there are a few more synthesiser and keyboard tracks, but this is still a Minus The Bear album at heart, and Omni proves an exciting and entertaining record. My Time opens with a quirky synthesizer riff reminiscent of your favourite cheesy ‘80s number, but quickly stamps a signature and emotive Minus The Bear melody over the stripped-back verse. Summer Angel sounds more like the old, with an interesting guitar chord progression jaggedly strumming over a rolling bass line. Singer Jake Snider’s signature vocals typically keep their volume relatively soft courtesy his lyrics, as he never strays far from a love focus. Secret Country showcases some intricate and remarkable guitar work, while Excuses is a dreamy and dreary number, highlighting the band’s overwhelming ability to craft a soft and heartfelt ballad. Meanwhile, if the only Minus The Bear song you ever heard was The Thief, you’d be forgiven for thinking they were a progressive funk band. Heavy use of the wah-wah pedal and some soulful and jagged off-time chordal chops gives the song a distinct feel, not unlike a Caribbean cruise band. Omni is a slight departure from previous material, but it’s not a revolution to their sound. It remains engrained with enough of the band’s signature and loveable music for even the most devoted of Minus The Bear fans to not be disappointed, and leaves room to pick up some new ones along the way.
Benjamin McInerney
SICK OF IT ALL
THE RUBY SUNS
XIU XIU
CLOUD CONTROL
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Based On A True Story There is no other hardcore band in the world like Sick Of It All. Venerable yet still vital, the NYC natives have somehow managed a 20-year career without releasing a dud record. In fact they just keep getting better, with 2006’s Death To Tyrants proving to be an absolute juggernaut and the best thing the band had ever done. Well, on album number nine, the boys have done it yet again. Based On A True Story is a stone cold classic – honest, engaging and downright infectious. Everything that’s great about Sick Of It All can be found in this album’s 14 tracks. What other band can meld the muscle of NYHC (sans the meat head attitude), with an old-school melodicism and hooks to die for? Opening track Death Or Jail is this LP’s Take The Night Off, an instant shot of punk rock adrenaline wrapped around a killer heavy hook. A Month Of Sundays, with its singalong gang vocals and nod to NYHC’s lost heritage is equally impressive and sure to join the likes of Clobberin Time and Step Down as a staple in Sick Of It All’s legendary live shows. Elsewhere, Bent Out Of Shape shows the band remains as hungry and aggressive as ever, and Waiting For The Day confirms that Setari, Majidi and the Koller brothers will be forever proud of their working-class roots. Anyone with even a passing interest in hardcore owes it to themselves to grab this LP.
Mark Hebblewhite
Fight Softly
Anyone familiar with a Ruby Suns live set (some of you may have caught them supporting The Shins way back in 2007) may feel a little surprised to learn it’s less a case of a collective group of musicians and more of a solo project for singer/songwriter Ryan McPhun, with ‘band members’ really only getting in on the act for live shows. It’s the same method that has been used to create this third album, Fight Softly, a mixed bag of humming blips, beats and bits which, in a nutshell plays like the blueprint for digital elevator music 20 years from now. Compared to the previous albums it’s less of a sing and clap-along, despite the vestiges of pop peppered throughout. As mentioned, those of you who remember the Suns as a quirky NZ outfit will be confused by what has been described as ‘unique, inscrutable synthesis,’ alternatively sounding like an indulgent, experimental future pop album in the same upbeat vein as Yeasayer or a Luke Steele solo album. Another one of those LPs void of any notable single it will take some a few listens to warm to. There aren’t any discernable verse/solo/bridge combinations; rather it’s a dummy’s guide to what you can do overnight with a Korg synth and an effects pedal. At times brilliant, other times almost unlistenable, the Suns continue to confuse and delight and it will be very interesting to see how this will translate into a live set. Nevertheless take your time and you will appreciate.
Adam Wilding
Dear God I Hate Myself Playfully acoustic and engaging, Xiu Xiu’s seventh album toes the line between electronic and broken-down guitar songs in emotionally draining detail. The songs are weirdly personal yet at times completely alienating, as frontman Jamie Stewart wails with his cracking waver on Chocolate Makes You Happy. The title track is a sad, self-pitying insight into a man at the very bottom of himself, yet the music is contradictory in its upbeat electronic twists and turns. The record as a whole is an exercise in experimental pop, as Xiu Xiu’s always have been, and there are plenty of hooks for ears to hang on in House Sparrow’s sparse vocals melding with percussion. Flowing beautifully in a sonic vastness that is both completely shambolic yet falling together so effortlessly, it takes disparate ideas and combines them before the listener can question. Apple For A Brain is cartoonish in its combination of electronic bleeps, clap track and vocal manipulations, but it also seems to have eight songs crammed into one, without overwhelming the listener. In the midst of the soul-crushing torment Stewart expresses so well, there’s his idea of the upside. This Too Shall Pass Away (For Freddy) is almost new wave in its beating drums and underscored synths. The real beauty throughout lies in Stewart’s voice, seemingly so delicate and fragile, carrying verisimilitude in each pitchy breath. As he sings “Listen, Steven is singing to you/ the pain of life you wipe away,” you get the impression Stewart intends his voice, like Morrissey’s, to be the saving grace for misaligned romantics and lost souls.
Bliss Release
After showing a lot of promise back in 2006 winning the Sydney Uni Band Comp, releasing a critically acclaimed extended player in 2007 and signing with indie label Ivy League, not to mention scoring choice support slots with Supergrass and a pending tour supporting Vampire Weekend, Jeremy, Al and siblings Heidi and Ulrich have finally released their debut record. Produced at home studios by the band and Liam Judson (of Belles Will Ring) in delightful lo-fi, it’s a thorough DIY approach that sits notably outside the square that was the EP, fitting snugly between The Shins, The Go-Betweens and Fleet Foxes. More emphasis is on jangly guitars, Afrobeat rhythms and general quirkiness and some songs are now led by heavier moments that succeed in dirtying up the landscape. Meditation Song #2’s distortion pedal collides with fettered harmonies, while further on the revamped The Rolling Stone (which gets the writer’s choice award) is as much a summary of the LP as it is the ethos of the band in not discarding an idea, but building from it. What’s surprising is that holistically the sound is more mature, which is not something you’d expect on their first release. At the same time too, certain tracks target a younger audience and this will no doubt expand their appeal for all ages shows. Gold Canary and This Is What I Said may be a touch too pop, possibly alienating those who preferred their indie roots, and you’ll have to get your hands on Death Cloud some other way as it doesn’t appear on this disc. But these are both minor notes because there literally isn’t one dull moment in this whole 35 minutes of music. Adam Wilding
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METAL WITH ANDREW HAUG Can anyone keep up with the constant changes in this band’s lineup these days? Check this out! It now seems official that former Anthrax vocalist Joey Belladonna has rejoined the band. “I am super-excited about this,” Scott Ian is quoted as saying. “Joey and the rest of the band came to see me play at a club in New York; I hadn’t seen Joey for years, since the end of the reunion tour. Joey taps me on the shoulder, instant big hug; it felt like no time had gone by. The band dynamic is an interesting one – in Anthrax, Joey and I spent so many years of our lives together, we grew up together, we know each other so well, so it was like no time was lost.” Okay, but what about this long overdue album, Worship Music? “We’re going to do these summer shows and gel as a band,” explained Charlie Benante, “get comfortable playing with each other again, and the energy from that should go right into making new music.” Ian also added, “We’ve got an unusual luxury of hindsight. We finished an album a year ago, we’ve lived with those 12 songs since then, and we can look back on them and see what we really love and what we can make even better, especially with Joey back in the fold.” Benante adds, “There are five or six songs from a year ago that we don’t want to change, we love them the way they are, other than having Joey making them his own with his vocals. Then there’s another five or six that we may want to rework, and then there are a bunch of other tunes that are still in the early stages, that we want to finish.” Stone Sour have called their third album, due late summer via Roadrunner Records, Audio Secrecy. The band and producer Nick Raskulinecz (Alice In Chains) are currently holed up at Blackbird Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, where they’re putting finishing touches on the much-buzzed-about record. “Audio Secrecy is the summation of everything we want, everything we crave and everything we fight for,” says lead singer Corey Taylor on their website. “The dimensions go further than anything we’ve ever tried before. It’s metal, rock, slow, soft, hard, fast, bitter, beautiful and most importantly, it’s REAL. You can’t get an album like this out of a band that doesn’t exist. We’re throwing caution out the damn window.” Nevermore frontman Warrel Dane has announced his late ‘80s cult metal outfit Sanctuary will reunite to record a new studio album: “I’ve been talking with Lenny [Rutledge, former Sanctuary guitarist],” Dane explained on the band’s MySpace blog. “We are really good friends again and it feels good. I missed my relationship with him for many years.” Regarding how the Sanctuary reunion will affect Nevermore which has a new studio album, The Obsidian Conspiracy, due June 4, Dane added, “Nevermore is never going away, so don’t start any more rumours!” Death metal psychopaths Aborted have issued the following update on their new website; “We have started writing some new material and will be focusing on writing for the rest of the year. Recordings are set for the full-length early next year. More details to follow shortly. Expect it to continue where the recently released EP Coronary Reconstruction started! We want this album to be as face-melting as possible and there will not be any further touring until 2011!” The band was meant to tour here last year but according to guitarist Jay Jay French of Twisted Sister, they have no intentions of ever touring again. “It will never ever happen,” French told Noisecreep. “I would just assume things would maybe happen, but we will never tour again. I look at the mathematics of it every year, the mathematics makes no sense. None. Every year people ask me, every year I revisit the math. Every year it
STONE SOUR completely makes no sense to tour.” The legendary Chuck Schuldiner from Death, who passed away in 2001, will see his last studio effort, When Man And Machine Collide, finally officially released under the moniker Control Denied. Recorded over ten years ago at Morrisound Studios with producer Jim Morris, the album was tracked by Schuldiner but left incomplete on Schuldiner’s passing. Melbourne’s dark rockers The Eternal have issued the following update to media: “We have just completed mastering our fourth full-length album, Under A New Sun. After six months of hard work, we have what we believe to be our strongest album in the bag and we have been lucky enough to work with some fantastic people along the way.” German power metallers Blind Guardian have set At The Edge Of Time as the title of their new album, tentatively due late summer via Nuclear Blast Records.
LOCAL GIG GUIDE
FRIDAY
Recoil – Chilli Lounge Anno Domini, Rampage, Futility – Bald Faced Stag
SATURDAY Recoil, Alice Through The Windshield Glass, 4arm, Khargish – The Wall Turisas, Be’Lakor, Dead Letter Opener – The Factory Theatre A Second To Surface, Tear Down The Skies, Never Content – Lewisham Hotel Swivelhead, Wormholes Exist, Black Acid Flash Backs, Upside Down Miss Jane – Saturday
TOURS TOURS TOURS Dillinger Escape Plan – Friday, Metro Theatre Turisas – Saturday, The Factory Theatre Boris – Friday 28 May, The Studio, Sydney Opera House Black Dahlia Murder, Unearth – Monday 31 May, Factory Theatre Paul Di’Anno – Thursday 17 June, Bar On The Hill; Wednesday 18, Waves Wollongong; Saturday 19, Gaelic Theatre; Alestorm – Friday 18 June, The Factory Theatre Slash – Monday 16 August, Enmore Theatre Napalm Death, Dying Fetus – Saturday 4 September, The Factory Theatre Metallica – Wednesday 10, Thursday 11, Saturday 13 November, Acer Arena Andrew Haug hosts triple j’s The Racket every Tuesday from 10pm. triplej.abc.net.au/racket. theracket@drummedia.com.au
TOGETHER AS ONE The songs of progressive metal group Periphery where first heard under a different name, back when guitarist Misha Mansoor decided to upload his bedroom compositions to the net. Lochlan Watt what spoke to Mansoor to discuss what it’s all become ahead of their Dillinger Escape Plan support this Friday at the Metro. The intricately dissonant riffage, electronically-spliced melodic layers and intensely syncopated rhythmic structures of Maryland native Misha Mansoor were originally set onto the world under the name Bulb. Though his first instrument was drums, Misha is the founding member and one of three of Periphery’s elite guitarists who, through democratic processes ,worked out which Bulb tunes where to become fully-fleshed songs. “It’s amazing how quickly things would happen for us when we had a full band, but how much they would stagnate when we wouldn’t,” explains the excitedly talkative Mansoor. “A lot of it was downtime, a lot of it was redefining the album every time we had new members and new songs, and a lot of work was put into it each time, but then it would all be seemingly for naught, and there were times where I would wonder whether this album would ever come out. • 56 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
PERIPHERY I’m really just relieved to see that it finally did, and I’m really glad that we’ve found a vocalist [Spencer Sotelo] that has been able to work with us, that’s been able to get everything out and everything done – not only on time but in a timely manner, and very professionally, and with good chemistry on all levels… Now that we’ve got the ball rolling, now that we’ve got a functional band, we want to be moving fast.”
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PUNK AND HARDCORE WITH STU HARVEY
FAR
HASN’T GONE FAR There’s a huge number of punk bands who have cited Far’s Water & Solutions album as an influence, and since they broke up the career of vocalist Jonah Matranga continues to enjoy a patchy but cult following. Matranga told Punknews.org that their reformation was a surprising affair. “It was never planned to reunite, so I guess it’s hard to give a specific why, because I’m not really even sure how it happened. It started out as wanting to just play some shows together. We just had this idea of, ‘Hey, it may be fun to play a little music together before we’re too old and broken down to do it right.’ So that was the start of it – Why don’t we see if we can do this? And then from there it just gets a little screwy. I guess somewhere along the line Shaun [Lopez, guitar] just started sending me song ideas and that really kept going and all of a sudden we realised, ‘Hey, it looks like we’re actually making a record here.’ But none of us went into this with that ambition. We kept trying stuff and it kept being enjoyable, so basically so we kept going. It was very organic; it was never planned.” With the band starting to play shows once again, and the album imminent, don’t expect any New End Original or onelinedrawing songs (Matranga’s other endeavours) to seep into the setlists. “No. Probably in my perfect little weird world we would, but I don’t think that would go over well with the band [laughs]. You know, when I play solo I feel free to throw in different songs from different bands I’ve been in, but this is called Far. You know, actually no, even if the guys were cool with it I probably wouldn’t want to do it. That wouldn’t feel right. Yeah, I think I’ll save that for my weird, messy solo shows.”
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It’s official; Byron Bay’s favorite sons Parkway Drive unleash their third album, Deep Blue, June 25. Frontman Winston described the concept behind the album in a press release, “It’s basically about the search for truth in a world that seems to be devoid of it. The story is told through the eyes of a man who wakes up and realises his life is a lie and nothing he believes in is real. So he tries to find the truth within himself and his journey takes him to the bottom of the ocean and back again.” Their first two classics, Killing With A Smile and Horizons, were recorded with Adam D of Killswitch Engage producing, but this time the band has brought in Joe Barresi whose impressive credits include Queens Of The Stone Age, Bad Religion, Tool and Melvins. “[It’s] the most polarising thing we’ve ever written,” Winston says of the song Home Is For The Heartless. “People are either going to like it or they are going to hate it. I think it worked. That’s one of my favourite songs on the record!” You can preorder the album now. Comeback Kid is gearing up for a new album in September. According to a post on their twitter (cbktweets) it’s called Symptoms And Cures. The band has released previous albums with Victory Records outside of their home Canada, but Punknews reports they’ve now signed a deal with Distort (Alexisonfire, Cancer Bats) for Canada, but who will release in the rest of the world remains up in the air. Could they be the next in the growing list of bands to leave Victory? Epitaph Records have signed Social Distortion and plan releasing their first studio album in almost six years towards the end of this year. Social D entered a Burbank studio in March to record their yet to be titled seventh studio album, with producer Mike Ness. Social D have yet to tour Australia, not that I’m holding a grudge. The great men, Mike Ness commented on the signing on the band’s website: “We feel that Epitaph has a natural understanding of Social Distortion; both the history of the band and the direction we want to go… Combine that with their successful track record and it felt like a good next step for us. We’ve always been open to new ideas and pushing the envelope, but we have also been very conscientious about the decisions we’ve made. We considered a lot of options, but in the end, Epitaph feels like the right home for us. We’re looking forward to taking this step forward, opening some new doors with this upcoming album and this next chapter of Social Distortion.” Fans of Biffy Clyro should check out English act Dogs, whose critically acclaimed debut album, Turn Against
dreamondreamerband for a preview.
SHORT FAST REPORT TOP 5 1. Parkway Drive. They’ve announced new album, Deep Blue, will be hitting stores 25 June. Wednesday night on Short.Fast.Loud., I’ll be chatting to the band and premiere a brand new song!
PARKWAY DRIVE This Land, has just been released here. Clash magazine said “Turn Against This Land is an easy mix of fiery punk and anthemic rock that has more hooks than The Ramones on a fishing trip”. The good people at Trusty Chords Music release the album late May. After releasing an album and two brilliant EPs in the space of two years, Sydney’s Lungs have taken a longer, more considered road towards delivering their eagerlyawaited second full-length. Recorded over the past three months with Lachlan Mitchell at Production Avenue Studios (Frenzal Rhomb, Hard-Ons) and mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side NY, The Two Chief World Systems delivers the trio’s most potent and cohesive group of songs to date, complemented by world class production. Former hardcore act Avenged Sevenfold are releasing a brand new digital single this week. Head to iTunes to check out Nightmare, their first song post the death of original drummer James ‘The Rev’ Sullivan. Great news for those planning on heading along to check out Joey Cape (Lagwagon) and Tony Sly (No Use For A Name) when they hits town, as Jamie Hay (A Death In The Family) has been announced as the opening act for the tour. Catch them Sunday in the Wollongong Uni Bar, Wednesday 26 at the Annandale Hotel and Thursday 27 at the Cambridge Hotel Newcastle. Boomtown Records (Amity Affliction, Getaway Plan, Sounds Like Chicken) have announced the latest signing to their roster - Melbourne’s Dream On Dreamer. Their first release is an EP, Hope, available online and in select stores June 4. Head to myspace.com/
2. Bring Me The Horizon & Cancer Bats! They had so much fun together touring here last year, they’ve announced they’re coming back in September, supporting Bullet For My Valentine. Tickets on sale 25 May for Friday 10 September at the Hordern Pavilion. 3. Strung Out & The Loved Ones at the Annandale! Oh yes son, this one will be fun. Their only Sydney headline show Thursday 3 June. Tickets on sale now. 4. La Dispute. Looks like the boys who charmed all who saw them when they toured last July will be back in Australia in January! 5. Dropsaw. The Newcastle blokes spent quite a bit of time in the US working on new album, Hard Justice. Recorded in San Diego with As I Lay Dying frontman Tim Lambesis, Kelly Cairns and Daniel Castleman (Austrian Death Machine, Winds Of Plague, Sworn Enemy, Impending Doom) the album is out now and I’ll be chatting to them about it Wednesday on SFL!
LOCAL GIG GUIDE
TUESDAY
Shai Hulud, Shinto Katana, Iexist – Cambridge Hotel Evergreen Terrace, Casey Jones, Dropsaw – Tuggeranong Youth Centre
WEDNESDAY Shai Hulud, Shinto Katana, Iexist – The Jam Factory Evergreen Terrace, Casey Jones, Dropsaw – The Factory Theatre
THURSDAY Evergreen Terrace, Casey Jones, Dropsaw – Oasis Youth Centre Hitmen, Dead Rabids – Sandringham Hotel The Mission In Motion – Bull N’ Bush Catch Stu presenting Short.Fast.Loud. every Wednesday night from 10pm on triple j. Contact Stu at shortfast@drummedia.com.au
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HIP HOP WITH VIKTOR KRUM For a time The Herd were the most popular and wellknown rap crew Australia had produced. For a time they had three emcees. Now they have two: Urthboy and Ozi Batla. Herd fans always wondered what these two men would sound like if they went out on their own. In 2004, half (or, at that time, one third) of the puzzle was solved with Urthboy’s incredible Distant Sense Of Random Menace. In 2006 we had Ozi Batla behind the mic for a collaboration with Chasm and Sir Robbo dubbed Astronomy Class. As Batla fans, we could have been excused for thinking that Exit Strategy was the Ozi Batla solo project. Comparisons could begin. Who knew Batla’s solo would feature so much dub? Who knew that Ozi Batla – finally making his solo debut – would choose to collaborate so prominently with two other artists? Well, with the benefit of hindsight (and excellent YouTube footage taken from Sydney’s Inner West) we now know that Batla didn’t debut in 2006; he debuted Friday 14 May 2010. The album is called Wild Colonial and all the beats are from legend-in-the-making-if-he-isn’t-one-already, Sandro. Interestingly, it’s an album that sounds different again from what we’ve heard from Batla in the past. It’s at once more playful and more personal than we’ve become accustomed to. Both new and familiar. With amazing beats. You’ve already heard Put It On Wax. The rest is waiting for you online or instore. Let the great comparison commence. If you haven’t downloaded the free debut album from new Sydney foursome Loose Change, then get your skates on and head to www.loosechangehiphop.com. Big Village, the newest (and, so far, most mysterious) label to come out of Sydney has put the release at the top of their to-do list. And why not? It’s excellent. The hugely experienced and talented Sketch the Rhyme freestyle maestro and Phonies frontman Rapaport is one of the two rappers who front LC. He’s there to bring the small guy swag; and he’s got plenty. The other emcee is one you may not be familiar with, Ellesquire. If you’re not, get the debut and get familiar. Excellence. A few guest verses from P Major are as satisfying as their presence is unsurprising. Chuck in P Major production and cuts from Sam Z and we’re laughing. Not only is the music refreshing, but the attitude here is too. Loose Change have put together a high quality product with a lot of love and care. What do they do with it? They put it
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ALL AGES WITH SCOTT FITZSIMONS The Biennale of Sydney was launched last week and, as Drum’s Arts editor will attest, is looking mighty impressive. It’s definitely something you’ll want to check out, and get involved with if you can. Luckily, The Museum of Contemporary Art (the fine folks behind Generationext) are currently recruiting 12 to 18 year old youth guides to lead tours of the Biennale at the MCA. If you fit in that age group and are studying art at school, email jo.daniell@mca.com.au with expressions of interest.
OZI BATLA online for free. To my way of thinking, this is a perfect way to get music out to fans. Bravo. Can you say “Friday night parties”? The gang at Dust Tones can, and they do. Often. They’ve got a bunch of fun Fridays coming up for you in the next few weeks. The next night they have on is this Friday. Nick Knowledge is launching his new album, Soul Sample. It’s exciting news from the German-born Sydneysider. Occasionally popping up in the battle scene, or dropping a few punchlines in a guest verse, we can now tie Nick down for a moment with his second effort. The album also features Masta Ace (!). Catch ya German boy live this Friday night supported by The Phonies, DJ Mathmatics and DJ Mike Who. Friday 28 May Dust Tones host Koolism! What fun. Koolism will be supported by INFO, Noel Boogie, DJ LouLou and Mike Who. The charge to catch these shows at the Beach Road Hotel? Nada. Oh, real quick, MIA has named her new album. It’s a stupid name. You won’t like it. I don’t like it. If you’re old enough to remember Fiona Apple’s 90-word When The Pawn… you’ll remember how ridiculous you find silly album names. If you can’t think of a good title, just do a Seal or a Weezer and leave it. It’s not hard. Should be a cool album but. getittogether@drummedia.com.au
CHASING AMY
As part of the Song Summit exhibition, Backstage Pass will be providing high school students the chance to learn from music industry mentors Sunday 20 June. There are ten specialist workshops tailored to specific skills in the industry including hip hop, vocals, drums, music business, songwriting, bass, audio engineering, guitars, keyboards and event production. At a surprisingly cheap $20 (including food and drinks), you can learn from the experience of vocal coach Erana Clark, composer/ musical director John Foreman, band Finabah, Thirsty Merc lead singer Rai Thistlethwhwayte and heaps more. Jump on songsummit.com.au and click on Backstage Pass to register.
mastered, and will be released this Friday. Promoting the track, they’ll be in the Chilli Lounge on Saturday and the Annandale Hotel Sunday 30 May.
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The Finnish battle-metal of Turisas arrives at The Factory Theatre this Saturday – Dead Letter Opener and Be’lakor will also perform.
Evergreen Terrace hit the Tuggeranong Youth Centre this Tuesday with guests Casey Jones, Dropsaw and local support Reigner. Wednesday the tour pulls into The Factory Theatre where the local support is Phantoms. The incredibly technical Dillinger Escape Plan headline the tour that arrives at The Metro Theatre this Friday. Maylene & The Sons Of Disaster and Periphery are also playing. The next phase of the Rockin’ The Block band competition takes to the Loft Youth Venue this Friday. In other news pertaining to the venue, the Heroes For Hire show slated for Friday 28 May has been “cancelled by the promoter,” according to their MySpace. Hopefully it was a matter of scheduling rather than council intervention. If you’re an avid reader of Young & Restless you would, no doubt, already be familiar with the name Chasing Amy. The pop rock outfit had a pretty solid schedule towards the end of last year but kicked off 2010 in the studio. Their first single, Girl, is now finished, mixed and
Another week – even more great lineups at the Lucky Australia Tavern. As Silence Breaks lead the way Saturday, where they’ll be joined by Allay The Sea, Daisetta, Hunt The Haunted, Tear Down The Skies, Ambush In Waco, Aftermath and When Horizons Fall, from 5.30pm. Come Sunday, things kick off 1pm with For All Eternity, Creations, Kings of Stars, The Ocean The Sky, Revival Ashore, There Goes The City, Hudson State and Stand For The Fallen.
SCHOOLED IN ROCK In the near future, Monday 7 June to Friday 2 July to be exact, Finabah will be hitting the lunchtime playground as part of the Rock The Schools program. Y&R caught up with the band to get their thoughts on the tour, and here’s an extract, the full interview running closer to the date. Check out the official website for the extensive list of schools to be visited. Any tips for kids looking to start a band? “I say this whenever anyone asks me for advice – make sure you are passionate. A life in music is fun, but far from easy. It takes years of lugging gear around, living in a van and saying goodbye to your hometown – and you need to be ready for that. Be in it for the right reasons and make sure you’re playing music because you love it, not because you want people to love you.” Song writing tips to allages@drummedia.com.au
HARBOUR OF THE WORLD BLUES AND ROOTS WITH DAN CONDON Well it’s almost here, sooner than ever before! Yes you should know by now the Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Festival hits this weekend. While the organisers have always had a knack of putting together pretty amazing bills, this year’s goes above and beyond. James Morrison will be there with his Motown Show, Stan Walker and his soul band are going to kick out some jams, Canadian multi-cultural bluesman Harry Manx, and killer Aussie acts like Ash Grunwald, The Backsliders, The Strides, D.I.G., Jeff Duff, Dave Brewer & Lucky Oceans, The Hands Big Band, Bob Bertle’s Jazz Syndicate, Emma Pask, MJ Woodbridge, Uncle Jed, Blues Preachers, Urban Gypsies and many more are all on show. It happens from Friday (4.30pm start) through Sunday night. Hit darlingharbour.com for more info. If you don’t mind your blues and soul dirty as fuck you absolutely must catch the King Khan & BBQ Show when they hit town next month. Their brand of soul-inflicted garage rock is incredibly infectious, if at times a bit vicious, sloppy and intense. Their Invisible Girl album of this year is an absolute gem, packed full of tunes that should be hits but will never get a look in due to their lo-fi production, explicit themes and general rowdiness. Roots Down caught them in Austin at last year’s SXSW festival and urge you not to miss them at the Sydney Opera House Thursday 3 and Friday 4 June. One of the pilgrimages the biggest Aussie blues fans can do locally is that to the Great Southern Blues Festival here in NSW. Previously called the Great
The 2010 Blues Music Awards were held in Nashville, Tennessee last Friday and Tommy Castro and his band were the big winners on the night. Castro took out Entertainer of the Year, Band of the Year, Contemporary Blues Album of the Year and Contemporary Blues Male Artist of the Year, all on the back of last year’s Hard Believer album. Nice one. Now come back to Australia.
KING KHAN & BBQ SHOW Southern Blues and Rockabilly Festival, 2010 marks its 15th anniversary and with this milestone comes big change! The festival used to be held in Narooma, five hours south of Sydney, but this year sees it move a little further north to Bateman’s Bay. The organisers have told us the first lineup announcement isn’t far off (though a few artists’ websites have already revealed there are some pretty great names locked in already) and that early bird tickets will be available very soon. Hit bluesfestival.tv for all the info and stay tuned for the first artist announcement. The festival takes place Friday 1 to Sunday 3 October. Last week we excitedly mentioned that Bill Kirchen, Cindy Cashdollar and Redd Volkaert would be touring Australia very soon. Well the tour dates on Volkaert’s website have now been changed. Looks like he’s still coming but there’s no longer any mention of the other two and the only dates he’s scheduled are in Adelaide. Damn.
WEDNESDAY Muso’s Club Jam Night – Bald Faced Stag
THURSDAY Continental Robert’s Blues Trio – Funky Deli Cafe Alison Penney & Wayne Jury – Pyrmont Bridge Hotel Muso’s Club Jam Night – Carousel Hotel
FRIDAY Jim Conway’s Big Wheel – Cat & Fiddle John Leigh Calder Trio – Hotel Clarendon Surry Hills Flamin’ Beauties – Mortdale Hotel
SATURDAY Continental Robert’s Blues Party – Macquarie Hotel Mississippi Shakedown – Bald Rock Hotel Dave Tice & Mark Evans – Sandringham Hotel Finn – Albion Hotel rootsdown@drummedia.com.au
The Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Festival is happening this Friday through Sunday, and to get in the mood of Sydney’s biggest free music festival we caught up with a couple of the stars. Here’s the worldly Canadian Harry Manx.
How much do you know about the Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Fest, and what are you most looking forward to about the event? “I’m very honoured to be able to play at the Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Festival this year. I think the beauty of the location is one of the big attractions of Darling Harbour. I took my son there on a day off once and we went to the IMAX; it was fantastic. I really think Sydney is a great city by any standards, so I’m looking forward to seeing it again and bringing a few tunes to Darling Harbour with me!”
What inspires you to continue drawing on world influences in your music, like on latest album Bread & Buddha for example? I imagine that all of the musicians in the world are playing the sum of all their experiences, both in life and music. I’m playing my experiences of living in India twelve years, my love of and struggles with the blues, my folk-rock roots, my spiritual path, my life as a one-man band, and on and on… “With B&B I tried to paint a picture with more colours than I have used in previous recordings. Besides myself, I’ve added a full band sound to many tracks. In fact the musician who plays the Hammond B3 organ (Sydneysider Clayton Doley) on the CD will be touring with me this time around in Australia. B&B is a good example of my blues and Indian style.”
JAZZ BY THE SEA JAZZ/WORLD WITH MICHAEL SMITH TUESDAY It’s a bands that start with D Jazzgroove night at 505, and both are four-piece – The Denominators and The Darts.
Jorge Campano celebrates the music of Andalucia in Spain, while Serenata deliver Cuba in another intoxicating Café Carnivale bill at Eastside Arts Paddington.
Singer and pianist Ian Blakeney delivers the jazz in the Flame Lounge at Dee Why RSL.
It’s a night of classic Latin and samba at Qirkz 103 courtesy the seven-piece Samba Mundi.
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WEDNESDAY Trumpeter Scott Tinkler takes his Drub Trio into 505. Midday, singer Yuki Kumagai is in trio mode in Church St Mall Parramatta, in quintet mode Saturday afternoon at Penrith RSL and quartet mode Sunday morning at Whelan May Fair. The John Redmond Trio plays the Manhattan Lounge in Martin Place. Lucy Sassoon brings her sultry voice and piano to the Flame Lounge.
THURSDAY Tonight sees Colbourne Ave in Glebe hosts its official opening “re-improvisation” fundraiser party with performances by the Spike Mason Quartet, Jess Green & The Preloved, Fantastic Terrific Munkle and Bri Cowlishaw. Back from maternity leave, FourPlay deliver their crossover string quartet magic at Notes in Enmore. Back home after eight years abroad, singer and pianist John Hill settles into the Flame Lounge for the evening.
FOURPLAY The third Live At The Village concert in the Presbyterian Church Hall Springwood showcases world folk-jazz combo Mara!.
FRIDAY Saxophonist Richard Maegraith takes his quintet, featuring vocalist Kristin Berardi, into the Sound Lounge. Elana Stone and Brian Campeau continue their musical collaboration in The Rescue Ships, sharing the bill at 505 with three-piece Miss Little, launch their new single, The Overflow. The inimitable Jeff Duff takes his jazz trio into the Flame Lounge. John Morrison and Jacki Cooper take to the Jazz Club on the South Steyne, part of the Darling Harbour Jazz & Blues Festival, to launch their debut album together, Mood Swings.
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MO TROWELL & THE DELIVERY the Saltwater Café in Kiama from 1pm as part of the Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival. Closer to home the Darling Harbour Jazz & Blues Festival is in full swing with artists such as Ash Grunwald, The Backlsiders, The Blues Preachers and the Dave Brewer Band with Lucky Oceans. Dave Tice & Mark Evans do their early evening spot at the Sandringham Hotel while the Continental Robert’s Blues Party tear it up at the Mac Hotel. At the Engadine Tavern you’ll find the very rootsy Blue Venom and at the Bald Rock Hotel the equally downhome Mississippi Shakedown (go Jeff!). Pugsley Buzzard plays both the Black Rock Café and the Little Blowhole Café and Ray Beadle hits the Kiama Leagues Club, all part of the Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival. Don Hopkins & Rob Grosser have an evening show at the Jamberoo Pub and the Ginhouse Blues Band are joined by Genevieve at the Gerringong Bowling Club. Stormcellar rock the Raby Tavern and Terry Batu goes solo at Club Central in Hurstville. There’s a great night
Are you enjoying being back and playing gigs together again? It’s always a great pleasure to play with the guys. We’ve done a lot of gigs together and know each other’s playing style pretty well. It’s not until you step back and have a break that you begin to understand the value of this. Ten years ago each of us was heading in different directions both playing-wise and personally, and we really needed a break from it. It’s come full circle and we’re actually enjoying playing together again so much we’ve nearly finished an album of new material! The festival gives us a great opportunity to perform on the big stage, to big crowds. It’s also extremely well publicised and attended, and is a great meeting place for musicians from all over the country.
Australia’s living jazz legend, alto saxophonist Bernie McGann takes his quartet into 505.
How has the local jazz scene developed since the ‘90s, when DIG emerged?
Having put in the morning session at Kirribilli General Markets, singer Paul Sun pulls into the Well Connected Café in Glebe for an evening set.
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The local scene is still pretty much underground. SIMA still exists and provides high quality jazz at the Seymour and promotes the occasional overseas artist. The main change has been Jazzgroove, providing a stage for younger improvising jazz musicians for the past 12 or so years. This is a dynamic movement and has led to many smaller scenes over the past few years. There’s a now a dedicated Jazz club again in Sydney, 505, which is offering six nights of quality live music. With the new laws governing smaller clubs, bars and restaurants encouraging live entertainment hopefully we’ll get a dynamic scene similar to Melbourne.
ROCKABILLY/PSYCHOBILLY/ALT.COUNTRY WITH PEDRO MANOY
THE RETURN OF GLENN CARDIER
Raising funds for the Sydney Children’s Hospital, The Rhythm brings the music and dance of India, ancient and modern, to the Seymour Centre.
SUNDAY The Subterraneans are back at the Town Hall Hotel Newtown, kicking off 6pm.
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The very soulful Illya Szwec’s Groove Depot hit the Mac Hotel from 9pm with a great selection of Southern-style soul and funky blues. The John Lee Calder Trio continues its happening residency at the Hotel Clarendon in Surry Hills and Jim Conway’s Big Wheel lets it roll at the Cat & Fiddle Hotel. Puglsey Buzzard travels to the Blue Diamond Bar at the Sebel Harbourside in Kiama and further south you’ll find Ray Beadle at the Tea Club Café in Nowra. Terry Batu does his classic solo show at the Horsley Park Tavern from 8pm. Jump Jive And Wail is the swingingest gig in town at the CDB’s Hotel Chambers with DJs Limpin’ Jimmy and the Swingin’ Kitten and a dance floor that pumps from 9pm. The Flamin’ Beauties play the Mortdale Hotel irrepressibly from 8pm.
Down in the Sound Lounge guitarist Jeremy Sawkins and his trio shares the bill with The Rescue Ships.
at the Dee Why RSL when father and son combination Kevin and Lucius Borich head a hard-rocking band.
Hillbilly disco fans should flock to the Sandringham to check out The Slowdowns as they continue their highly popular residency, from 8pm. The Muso’s Club Jam summons all blues/jam fans to the Bald Faced Stag. There are regular blues jams at Bar Bondi at Bondi Beach and at the Carousel Inn in Rooty Hill while piano goddess Alison Penney teams with Wayne Jury for a big night at the Pyrmont Bridge Hotel.
The Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Festival is hosting an Open Mic stage for all budding jazz and blues singer/ songwriters, so front up at the Curtin Call Lawn midday to 2.30pm today and tomorrow for a shot at a 4pm Aquashell spot.
Continuing with matters Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Festival, here’s Rick Robertson from d.i.g., who are also performing.
Blue Venom get the jump on everybody with a 1pm kickoff at the Time & Tide Hotel. Also off to an early start are Mo Trowell & The Delivery at the Lansdowne Hotel along with Billygoat & The Mongrels, The Nice Folk and Iron Bar Hotel. The Mighty Reapers play one of their rare Sydney shows with guitarist Dave Brewer over from Perth at the Darling Harbour Jazz & Blues Festival, which also includes artists such as harp legend Doc Spann and Canadian guitar whiz Harry Manx. Jan Preston plays the Cat & Fiddle Hotel and the Charlie Harper Band get down at the Towradgi Beach Hotel, both shows from 2pm. Also from 2pm you’ll find Don Hopkins & Rob Grosser at the Springwood Sports Club. The Sandringham Hotel plays host to the legendary Johnny Casino in the streetlevel bar from 4pm. Yes, it’s really true – there’s free beer and chicken for the first 50 people through the door when the remarkable Bridie King unleashes her hot new combo Zydeco Kultcha at the Pyrmont Bridge Hotel from 5pm. There’s the regular Blues Sunday Jam at Manly’s Artichoke Gallery Café. Alison Penney and Wayne Jury let loose at the Bald Rock Hotel and Matt Black & The Phat Cats get jiggy at the Town Hall Hotel in Newtown, both gigs from 6pm. Those hard-working highway hombres The Remains launch their hot new album, Inland Sea, down the road at the Botany View Hotel from 7pm. swampshack@drummedia.com.au
Resurrecting his musical career after a 20-year hiatus, one of the most successful folk-pop-rock singer songwriters of the early 1970s, Glenn Cardier, accepted an offer he couldn’t refuse. He’s launching the result, a DVD/CD titled Live At Lizotte’s, at the Basement Circular Quay Wednesday. “Around 2000, I thought I’d do a CD, because we’d reached the point where we could do stuff at home, and that was [the album] Rattle The Cage, which wasn’t so much released as escaped, and they started playing it on the ABC in Darwin, where I’ve somehow become a big drawcard. That led to [the albums] House Of Mirrors [2004] and Exiles From Eden [2008], and they all picked up really good reviews. All three CDs I played all the instruments on them because I didn’t any musicians anymore, but I had a gig at Lizotte’s coming up and I found some guys who were sympathetic to what I was doing so I thought it would be really nice, instead of playing solo, to put a band together. “Anyway, I was at Glenn A. Baker’s for a barbecue and sitting next to his son Tristan, bragging about this thing I’d shot myself I’d posted on YouTube, a Christmas song about a brawl spontaneously erupting at a Carols By Candlelight, and he said he made videos. Next thing you know he brought along four cameras to Lizotte’s – so the pressure wasn’t on! The cameras were there, but as professional as the guys in the band [by now named The Sideshow] are, at no stage had all of us been in the one room together – and they nailed it. That’s the DVD/CD.” THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010 • 61 •
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WAIT. WHERE’S INTERVAL? If you’ve been flicking back and forth through Drum trying to find Interval this week you’ve come to the right place. With such a massive redesign, we decided a change in title was in order – and since we quite liked the name ‘Front Row’ that we were using within Interval already, it made sense to upgrade it to the section’s title. So, as of today Interval will be called Front Row. You can still expect to find all the arts content you’ve come to rely on within these pages, but you’ll now find a lot more of it. (And this is only the beginning. Mars is next. Then Jupiter, and beyond the infinite…) There will be a stronger focus on the local arts scene, with gallery profiles, more pictures, loads of features, reviews, and anything else we can come up with. Galleries and art spaces, make sure we’re on your mailing list. Hope y’all enjoy the new look Drum Media arts supplement, Front Row.
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Displaying at the Museum Of Contemporary Art as part of the Biennale Of Sydney, until 1 August.
THIS WEEK IN WEDNESDAY 19 Floor Talk: Portraits In The Collection – Art Gallery Of NSW staff talking about their favourite pieces from the gallery (5:30pm); Importance Of Being Famous, screening of Robert Altman’s 1975 feature (7:15pm); singer/songwriter Brian Campeau at Artbar (7:30pm); lecture from contemporary sculptor Andrew Rogers (7:30pm). Art Gallery Of NSW, from 5:30pm.
THURSDAY 20 City Of The Imagination – talks by Woody Allen biographer Eric Lax on the Manhattan made famous by the filmmaker, and Nada Awar Jarrar, long exiled from her native Beirut, about her return. Part of the Sydney Writers’ Festival. Heritage Pier, Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay, 11:30am. Who Owns The Story? – talks from Scott Rankin (Big hART), lawyer Terri Janke, and author/satirist Anita Heiss about copyright and the public domain in relation to traditional Indigenous stories and legends. Part of the Sydney Writers’ Festival. Bangarra Mezzanine, Pier 4/5, Walsh Bay, 11:30am. The Axis Of Internet Censorship: China, Iran…and Australia? – talks on the hotly debated topic of internet censorship, from journalist Barbara Demick, 22-year-old Iranian/ Australia feminist Sara Haghdoosti, and writer Marcus Westbury. Part of the Sydney Writers’ Festival. Heritage Pier, Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay, 1pm. Interrogating Twitter – talks on the effect of texting, emailing, and tweeting on our writing, from writer/ book critic John Freeman, young adult author David Levithan, Neil James, executive director of Plain English Foundation, and linguist Ruth Wajnryb.
FRIDAY 21 Medium: Vinyl – exhibition of artworks created on/from vinyl records. Opening night featuring DJ sets from westernsynthetics, Neil Hume, Toon, and Size 13. Hardware Gallery, 6pm. Rivers – exhibition of sculpture highlighting the environmental threat to the Murray-Darling River system. Opening night, feat. live performance from Mirramu Dance Company. Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 6pm. Until 13 June. Eraserhead – David Lynch’s unnerving masterpiece on the big screen. Chauvel Cinema, 8:30pm. No He Can’t? – Don Watson, Anne Davies, Geoffrey Garrett, and Christopher Hitchins dissect the Obama administration, a year after the US President was elected. Sydney Dance Company, 11:30am. 62 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
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TEDxSydney Forum – session of Q&As with TED speakers, live music, poetry readings and more, hosted by The Chaser’s Julian Morrow. Carriageworks, from 9am.
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Luminaries – by British artist Pam Glew, exhibition of fabric-based artworks. Final day today. Bicker Gallery, 11am to 7pm. Christopher Hitchins in conversation with Julian Morrow – the Vanity Fair/Atlantic star journalist talks to The Chaser’s Julian Morrow. This should be on all your to-do lists. Sydney Town Hall, 8pm.
SUNDAY 23 Jeff Green, Steve ‘The Sandman’ Abbott, Peter Berner in The Comedy All-Stars. Penrith Panthers. Salon des Refusés – exhibition of works refused entry to the Archibald and Wynne Prizes. Final day today. S.H. Ervin Gallery, 11am to 5pm. DiVerse Poets response to artworks at 3pm. American Pie – American novelists Lionel Shriver, Willy Vlautin, Joe Meno and David Vann talk about the current state of American fiction. Sydney Theatre, 11:30am.
MONDAY 24 Now And When – photographic exhibition of works taken during a ten-week workshop run by the Australian Centre Of Photography at Oasis Youth Support Network, Surry Hills. Storm Gallery, 11am to 4pm. Until 5 June. He Who Gets Slapped – 1924 film by Victor Sjöström about a scientist who decides to become a clown. Chauvel Cinema, 6:30pm.
TUESDAY 25 Jeff Green, Steve ‘The Sandman’ Abbott, Peter Berner in The Comedy All-Stars. Campbelltown RSL. The Laughter Subsides – a one-act play by Sam Basger. Opening night. TAP Gallery, 8pm.
ON-GOING Biennale Of Sydney – major exhibition showcasing innovative, exciting, important and controversial artworks from around the globe. Various locations – see bos17.com for details. Until 1 August. Bill Henson – latest exhibition of works from one of Australia’s most acclaimed photographers. Roslyn Oxley9. Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 6pm, Saturdays, 11am to 6pm. Until 5 June.
TITLE = PLOT By Cam Grace 1. Snakes On A Plane (2006) 2. Mars Needs Women (1967) 3. Incredibly Strange Creatures Who Stopped Living And Became Mixed-Up Zombies (1964) 4. Bela Lugosi Meets A Brooklyn Gorilla (1952) 5. Zack And Miri Make A Porno (2008) 6. Zombie Strippers (2008) 7. Bambi Meets Godzilla (1969)
One of the greats from the world of cabaret, Ute Lemper has performed on Broadway and London’s West End, released countless solo albums, and collaborated with film composer Michael Nyman (on an album called The Michael Nyman Songbook, where the composer wrote songs based on text by the likes of Shakespeare and Mozart, and Lemper sang). Her latest show, Angels Over Berlin, explores the worlds of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill, Jacques Brel, Léo Ferré, and Édith Piaf, and marks Lemper’s first show in Australia since 2003. The German chanteuse performs at the State Theatre tonight (Wednesday 19 May).
VIVID LIVE REVEALS MORE INFO ON ITS FILM PROGRAME Vivid LIVE’s mega-collection of
arty experimental cinema Day For Night Movie Marathon is shaping to be the coolest film night of the year from Sydney cinefiles. Comprising of documentaries, art films, experimental cinema, classics with live scores and performances, this eight-hour (!) soirée will see the debut screening of a film by Maya Deren – “the most important and innovate avant garde filmmaker in the history of American cinema” – complete with new score composed and performed by Lou Reed’s Metal Machine Trio; Laurie Anderson performing live to film; Jennifer Reeve’s When It Was Blue, with live score from Skúli Sverrisson; work by Harry Smith with music by Metal Machie Trio; and the Australian premiere of Lou Reed’s directorial debut Red Shirley. Day For Night Movie marathon is held at the Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House Saturday 6 June. Head to vividsydney.com for tickets.
Guy Ritchie is a man who has built his career on Cockney geezer culture (cor blimey guv’nor) and his films Lock, Stock, And Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch brought style and substance back to the tired action genre at the end of last century. Last year Ritchie released his first film based on a character he hadn’t written himself, that character being legendary private detective Sherlock Holmes. The first thing you notice about this Sherlock Holmes is that it’s stylistically almost indistinguishable from any other Guy Ritchie film, the only noticeable difference being the fact it’s not set in the present day. It’s something of a shock to see Holmes (Robert Downey, Jr.), many a man’s hero from childhood, being a brute force on screen, throwing punches in the ring to edits sharper than a chef’s knife. Much of the humour seems forced – RDJr’s charms and Ritchie’s signature humour not quite gelling – with Jude Law overshadowing his master as an understated Watson. While the Ritchie touch tones down by the end of the film, one can’t help but hope the Brit broadens his visual and writing vision shortly, before he gets tiresome. Out now on DVD/Blu-ray DCR
ISLE OF THE TIGER TIGER LILLIES COULD POSSIBLY BE THE MOST CONTROVERSIAL ACT PERFORMING AT THIS YEAR’S BIENNALE. JAMELLE WELLS SPEAKS TO FRONTMAN MARTYN JACQUES.
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fter London-based band Tiger Lillies performed at a Viennese opera house a few years ago, it burnt down. One of their songs was about starting fires – The Dreadful Story About Harriet And The Matches – but frontman Martyn Jacques insists they had nothing to do with the fire and organisers of Sydney’s Biennale need not worry about Cockatoo Island when they perform there this month. “It’s in the middle of Sydney Harbour,” Jacques assures me. “There’s water everywhere for firefighting.” The 50-year-old, who plays the accordion and sings in a falsetto voice that’s a cross between Dame Edna and Noel Coward, will perform a new post punk, neo-Brechtian opera Cockatoo Prison with Adrian Huge on drums and percussion and bass player Adrian Stout. They’re among 50 artists performing on the island, the theme of this year’s Biennale being The Beauty Of Distance: Songs of Survival in a Precarious Age. Tiger Lillies have a cult following on the international alternative cabaret circuit, but are
hard to categorise, performing as they do everything from gypsy ballad to French and German cabaret. Their postmodern take on cabaret results in perverse, yet haunting material, and their influences range from punk to The Threepenny Opera, Jacques Brel, Edith Piaf, Louis Armstrong and burlesque. They’ve been compared to The Pogues and Tom Waits, and have collaborated with Leningrad, Talking Heads lead singer David Byrne, ex-Bad Seed Blixa Bargeld, Kronos Quartet and writer Edward Gorey to record The Gorey End. Jacques says Cockatoo Prison, created for the venue, is about crimes and society’s attitude towards them. There’s a personal connection with the subject matter in that for 15 years he’s lived on the Millbank Estate in London. “It’s just behind the Tate gallery and was the site of the Millbank Prison where they kept prisoners before taking them to Australia. Their journey started where I live and soon I’ll be performing where they finished that journey.”
Jacques says the 16 songs in the show will be about different crimes, most from a prisoner’s point of view, some tragic and some comic. One is inspired by Barry Humphries, who is a Tiger Lillies fan and invited them to perform at his 70th birthday party. (Their other fans include Simpsons creator Matt Groening, cartoonists Edward Gorey and Jhonen Vasquez, and director Terry Gilliam.) “Barry and I have a lot in common, spiritually; when he was younger he used to smear himself in brown peanut butter and run around train stations during rush hour until police in special suits came to arrest him. So one of the songs is Shit Terrorist – about a guy who gets arrested for scaring people at train stations.”
Another song, Behind Baas is about sex with a sheep, but there’s also darker material – like the song about a rapist who waits in the shadows for a lone woman to pass, another about a paedophile, and one about someone who kills their mother. Jacques says the band has always embraced disturbing material, because it’s real. “If something is intimidating I’ll write a song about it, rather than hide from it. Life is unpleasant and not always comfortable and what we write about might be confronting, but that’s the world we live in.” WHAT: Cockatoo Prison WHERE & WHEN: Bldg 74, Cockatoo Island Thursday to Saturday
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s it does only once every two years, this week the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), Australia’s foremost theatre and film dream factory, is lifting the curtain and throwing open the hallowed doors to its world class rehearsal rooms, performance spaces, lighting and sound studios, music rooms and costume workshops. Everyone from prospective students to the merely curious will be able to sit in on rehearsals for upcoming productions, and have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of drop-in classes and workshops, including classes in movement, voice, improvisation, prop making, TV presenting and stage combat. There will be information on partand full-time courses on offer, and a jam-packed programme of performances, demonstrations and presentations showcasing the full range of full-time NIDA courses, including Acting, Directing, Design, Production, Properties, Costume, Playwriting and Musical Theatre. There are certain names that predictably parade through every article ever written about the legacy of NIDA: past students include Mel Gibson, Judy Davis, Robyn Nevin, Steve Bisley, Baz Luhrmann, Colin Friels, John Wood, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, Jeremy Sims, Richard Roxburgh, Garry McDonald and Cate Blanchett. But it’s not only these high-profile NIDA graduates who have enjoyed successful and busy careers. When I put the call through to musical theatre star Belinda Wollaston, she was stepping into a taxi to go to her final callback for Hairspray. “It’s audition season at the moment,” she tells me. “So who knows where I’ll end up?” Twenty-six-year-old performer Belinda Wollaston has gone from show to show since graduating from NIDA – and not just any old shows. She’s performed in Mamma Mia!, the stage musical Titanic, Respect, Shane Warne The Musical, the international tour of Jekyll And Hyde and the Sydney Theatre Company production of Summer Rain. She’s currently singing and dancing her way through the Sydney Comedy Festival show The Musical Of Musicals (The Musical!) and is jetting off to Taiwan and China in June to reprise her role in Jekyll And Hyde. “For me, personally, I couldn’t have asked for a better run really. I haven’t really been unemployed. So far so good.” It’s a familiar story: Wollaston caught the acting bug during a Year 7 excursion to a production of Les Misérables. “I think that was the moment for me, when I thought that’s exactly what I’d love to do. Getting there was another question.”
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WITH JAMELLE WELLS Writer Katharine Brisbane and theatre critic John McCallum joined politicians and artists in Sydney on Monday night to honour the writers frozen out of the 2010 NSW Premier’s Literary Awards. This year there was no award for best play, but according to the Awards website a grant of $30,000 will be made available to support professional development opportunities for new playwrights. The reaction within the playwriting community has been one of frustration, especially since Premier Kristina Keneally promoted the awards as a way to “Perpetuate a cultural legacy in our state; a legacy of ideas, imagination and history.” Short-listed for the award in 2006, playwright Rebecca Clarke tells us it not only provides financial support to the winner, but inspires other nominees to persevere. She says some of the Australian plays which would have been eligible for the award, should it have been given, include: Poor Boy by Matt Cameron and Tim Finn, Pig Iron People by John Doyle, Let The Sunshine by David Williamson, and Rockabye by Joanna Murray Smith. Screen Australia is partnering with Emerging Pictures in New York to present the US-Australian Film Showcase, a season of new Australian films not previously released in the US. Emerging Pictures will use its digital cinema network to release three films over a year. Participating films will be screened across 21 American states and in 60 cities, with a minimum of 12 venues including leading arthouse cinemas. The first three Australian films in the Showcase are Accidents Happen, The Waiting City, and Charlie And Boots. Emerging Pictures will pick the titles
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ROLE BUDDING FILM AND THEATRE ACTORS TAKE NOTE: NIDA’S OPEN DAY, WHICH ONLY HAPPENS EVERY TWO YEARS, IS ON THIS WEEKEND. SO IF YOU WANT TO FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF MEL GIBSON OR CATE BLANCHETT THIS IS WHERE TO START. DARRYN KING TALKS TO NIDA GRADUATE BELINDA WOLLASTON.
Wollaston auditioned for a place in the part-time Young Actors Studio course at NIDA when she was still in high school and remembers the experience all too well. “It was nerve-wracking. They’ve changed the criteria now to get into the course but I know back when I was there you had to write your own monologue. I was probably more nervous about the script than the actual audition. But I think I was a lot braver back then. I think when you’re younger you don’t have as much fear as you do when you become more aware. Adults are scared about embarrassing themselves!”
At a tender 16, Wollaston enrolled full-time in NIDA’s Singer Dancer Actor course, trekking daily from Penrith to the Kensington campus, down opposite the University of NSW, and learning and honing her craft among much older peers. Already she was, as she puts it, learning on the job: she devised and performed a solo cabaret act called Songs From My Hairbrush: The Bedroom Mirror And Me. “It was the first thing I did out there in ‘the industry’. A 16-year-old doing a cabaret show. These days there are so many young people doing cabaret but back then I’m proud to say I was
one of the first. But I don’t think it was the best show in the world…” Even then, Wollaston – also a saxophone and clarinet player – was nothing if not dedicated and hardworking. It was that commitment that helped her get the most out of her studies at NIDA. “I think it’s up to you how hard you work,” she says. “It’s your journey. It’s kind of a choose-your-own-adventure. I teach musical theatre now in NIDA’s open program, and I tell my students that I won’t force them to learn four songs this week if they don’t want to; but if they do learn four songs I will help them challenge themselves. I was
challenged the same way when I was at NIDA. My tutor would say that every Saturday was a Masterclass – you’d have a new song every Saturday to do in front of the class and she would tear it apart...” (Wollaston laughs, corrects herself:) “… critique it. She would teach you but she wouldn’t force people to do it and I think that’s what made me grow. You get out what you put into it.” And, according to Wollaston, even a performer well into their career still has to be willing to learn. “I’ve never settled to think, ‘I know it all now.’ I still go to singing lessons once a week, I do an acting course here and there, a dancing class… not that
and oversee their promotion alongside filmmakers and Screen Australia. Two of the most annoying current reality television shows are battling it out to top the ratings table. Seven’s Australia’s Got Talent snared 1,509,000 viewers for its first semi-final last week, the figure bumping Master Chef Australia down to just 464,000, from the 1.6million mark which it had recently reached. Unfortunately Seven is expected to follow the success of Australia’s Got Talent with another British talent franchise, The X-Factor. It’s rumoured to be redeveloping a local version with Kyle Sandilands, Delta Goodrem and Guy Sebastian on the judging panel. Bangarra’s Daniel Riley McKinley has been nominated for outstanding performance by a male dancer at the Australian Dance Awards next month. Bangarra has also been shortlisted for Fire, a retrospective of the company’s 20-year repertoire and artistic director, Stephen Page, has been nominated for services to dance. The Sydney Dance Company has three nominations for its production of We Unfold. The Australian Ballet has five nominations, including outstanding performance by a company for Concord. Former One Nation MP David Oldfield has been taken off air at 2UE after just three shifts. It’s apparently because of comments he made about how the electric fence at Christmas Island’s asylum seeker detention centre should be turned on, so that anyone who tried to escape would “fry”. When a caller protested, saying he should go back to 2GB with that sort of comment, Oldfield replied “or barbecue them”. He was sacked a month ago from 2GB’s midnight-to-dawn shift. Where will he turn up next? dancing’s my strength, which you may have seen.” (I certainly didn’t.) For any aspiring performers visiting NIDA this weekend, Wollaston has some straightforward words of encouragement. “Don’t worry about it and just do it. Just put yourself out there and then work as hard as you can, and know that it’s a place to learn – you don’t have to be perfect. Just hang in there, because if you don’t you might miss out, you know?” WHAT: NIDA Open Day WHERE & WHEN: NIDA Saturday 22 May
‘Cooper thinks Lars von Trier’s movies are totally soft.’
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DAVE EASTGATE: I WISH I HAD A BAND The Boiler Room, Factory Theatre With two amazing supporting bands, a packed 50,000-seat venue, millions of dollars’ worth of musical equipment and lighting, smoke machines, fire jets, half-naked chicks on podiums and the backing of a giant record label, a super rock band can put on a mind-blowingly good show! Dave Eastgate had none of these. Stuck in a small room with makeshift stage all the way out in freakin’ Marrickville Dave had only his mouth, his guitar and his little Beer Belly to keep his audience amused at a time of day when most in the audience had not yet had their chance to get stonkered. But he was AMAZING! I laughed, I laughed, and I laughed! This genrehopping musical comedian is one of the best. With his gangsta rap medley about sun cancer awareness, his exposé on how Bernard Fanning stole all his material, and his Christian fellowship hit single, The Devil Can Suck My Balls, he had the audience busting seams all over the place. Interruptions to his songs to explain how it would have actually been had his pyrotechnic extravaganza been installed and his band members been present (or actually existed) were pure gold and his energy addictive. Season finished LAUREN DILLON
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tephen Moffat is on the line from the UK conducting what must seem a never-ending run of interviews, all of course because he’s stepped up from favourite feature writer to head honcho at Doctor Who, the title card on his office door now reading Head Writer And Executive Producer. Moffat took over from Russell T Davies, another superstar British television writer responsible for triumphs such as Queer As Folk. In a book that chronicled Davies’ last days in the Who office, emails to and from Moffat read like an almost tug-o-war between the two writers as they seemed to be bartering over who could use what villain and what character for what storyline. As a fan, I had to ask if such tussles over the writing desk were real, or just made for a good yarn. “I mean, it wasn’t a big deal for us – it was two big old Doctor Who fans talking rubbish at each other. There was not a hassle, it was just chat.” Given Moffat had written for the show during the fabulous David Tennant reign as Doctor and the actor before him (Christopher Eccelston), he was keen to continue the show’s legacy as well as put his own stamp
on it. In addition to bringing back some of the amazing characters he created (the Weeping Angels and Prof River Song), Moffat also wanted to get his hands on the Doctor’s time machine, the 1960s-looking police box called the TARDIS. “When the Doctor first crashes to Earth in the new series, it’s the David Tennant TARDIS, and it gets terribly damaged. So when it rebuilds itself, and just because I fancied it, the police box also gets tarted up a bit. In the Peter Cushing Doctor Who movies in the ’60s they had a particularly beautiful police box for the TARDIS, and I wanted to reproduce that – and when I was a kid I always really liked those moments where you got a glimpse of the rest of the TARDIS, so I think to redo the inside to suggest that there is a whole world inside that box that we don’t see, that is automatically exciting.” With a history of writing television for a variety of demographics, you might think Moffat would have to change gears to go back to writing for a family timeslot. For example, the new season’s first episode sees main character Amy Pond’s parttime job
described as ‘kiss-o-gram’ rather than something more risque (she’s wearing a policewoman’s uniform, minus most of the skirt!). Moffat’s keen to be a bit secretive about the Doctor’s sexuality – “It’s always been a bit ambiguous with the Doctor’s life, and we know he’s had a history. He never quite admits what he gets up to late at night but I like to think that’s just because he’s far too much of a gentleman to ever let that be shown on screen” – but he’s also very intent on keeping the real Doctor Who themes up front. “It’s always been a little bit cheeky, Doctor Who, but you know, it’s fun. But it’s mainly about monsters and explosions, let’s be clear.” WHAT: Doctor Who WHERE & WHEN: ABC1 Sundays 7:30pm
The Ed D. Wood Jr. Collection (Rocket) is a four-disc opus from the most hilariously inept filmmaker ever. His stilted cyclical dialogue is confused and inane, a contorted poetic abuse of the English language, yet somehow it’s compelling. He was an auteur of incompetence and unintentionally avant garde, conjuring up a new form of genius steeped in ineptitude. Bride Of The Monster is totally insane. Bela Lugosi abducts people and experiments on them to create a master race. It’s filled with these golden Woodian moments like a police chief who sits at his desk with a bird on his shoulder like he’s a pirate, the monster is a giant inanimate plastic octopus that requires the victims to thrash around wildly to give the appearance it’s moving, and the stilted climax is near incomprehensible. Jailbait, from 1954, is a little disappointing; not only is it not about statutory rape, but it’s not as nuts as his other films. It is however brimming with golden quotes like “this afternoon we had a long conversation earlier in the day” and “Carrying a gun can be dangerous business” answered by “so can building a skyscraper”. It’s film noir Wood style, with glaring plot holes and peculiarly inappropriate guitar music. Then there’s the blackface comedy routine that’s spliced midway into the film for no apparent reason. Glen Or Glenda is Wood at his best, a clunky ham-fisted plea for tolerance for transvestism masquerading as an
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educational film with Wood himself playing both Glen and Glenda. Bela Lugosi pops up saying ridiculous things like “bevare of the big green dragon that sits on your doorstep”, which if you’re feeling generous may be a metaphor for homosexuality, or if you’re not, a cynical attempt to cash in on Lugosi’s fame. Midway through he splices in some half-naked chicks cavorting burlesque-style. Again for no apparent reason. But genius has never needed a reason, as demonstrated in his 1959 alien invasion masterpiece Plan 9 From Outer Space. Lugosi died prior to filming so Wood reused the same footage of Lugosi over and over and then got his chiropractor to play Lugosi’s role with his arm shielding his face hoping the audience wouldn’t clue in. Voted the worst film of all time, it’s unintentionally hilarious, a bizarre Z-grade howler borne out of continuity errors, stilted acting and effects that are very, very not special. Both Jam and Tim And Eric Awesome Show could never have existed without Mr Mike’s Mondo Video (Beyond). Made in 1979 by Michael O’ Donoghue and featuring a murder of fellow Saturday Night Live alumni like Bill Murray, it was a spoof of the sleazy exotic shocksploitation of Mondo Cane. Yet it was too dark and surreal for TV; apparently images of a bunch of cats thrown into swimming pools or beautiful women discussing how men who smell their fingers get them hot didn’t fly with the network. Genius.
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THE FOLDING WIFE TELLS THE STORY OF THREE GENERATIONS OF WOMEN TRYING TO ESCAPE POVERTY IN SEARCH OF THE FIRST WORLD. WRITER/ACTOR PACHAL DAANTOS BERRY TALKS TO LIZ GIUFFRE. ROBIN HOOD
ROBIN HOOD Perhaps Ridley Scott has become a little origins-obsessed. With not one but two Alien prequels on the cards, it’s not too long a bow to draw to see the director looking to give the mythologised man in tights the same treatment. Reteaming with his mainman Russell Crowe, fans may have been hoping for Gladiator 2, but instead the duo serve up an entertaining, though ultimately unimpressive portrait of Robin Longstride, before he became the legend of Sherwood Forest. While there is a modicum of robbing from the rich to give to the poor, the film is more reminiscent of The Return Of Martin Guerre (or the saccharine remake Sommersby), where a man returns from war to assume the place of his fallen comrade. Layered on top is a dense political history of the dastardly King John (Oscar Isaac) and the first rumblings of the Magna Carta. Like Scott’s earlier crusade epic The Kingdom Of Heaven, the result is a rather muddled account, that one imagines will be properly elucidated on the release of a much more detailed director’s cut.
NEW YORK, I LOVE YOU Indeed the film suffers from a lack of depth and nuance. There can be no real stakes when Robin Hood is characterised as an omnipotent hero – albeit one with father issues – and the stellar supporting cast (Mark Strong, William Hurt) are relegated to the sidelines. And despite the inspired pairing of Crowe and Cate Blanchett, neither actor, nor Scott himself, escapes from the shadows of their previous epic successes. Screening in cinemas now ALICE TYNAN
NEW YORK, I LOVE YOU New York I Love You is a crosscultural reheat of the 2006 French film Paris, je t’aime, from the Cities Of Love film series where relationships bloomed, bubbled, and failed all with within the space of about eight minutes. This time set around different neighbourhoods in the Big Apple, the film is made up of vignettes from a hodgepodge of international directors, such as Indian Mira Nair (Bend It Like Beckham), who directs
a chance encounter between an engaged Hassidic woman (Natalie Portman) as she goes to make a diamond sale and encounters and flirts with the charming diamond dealer Gujardi (Irrfan Khan). Brett Ratner (Rush Hour) directs James Caan as a chemist who talks a young guy into taking his disabled daughter to a prom. Joshua Marston directs old hands Eli Wallach and Cloris Leachman as an elderly couple on Brighton Beach. And Shekhar Kapur directs Julie Christie as an aged diva holed up in a hotel who seeks companionship with the Russian bellboy (Shia LaBeouf). The films all had to be shot within 24 hours, and they had only a week to edit them. In some cases these tight deadlines show, but there are a few standouts like Yvan Attal’s two pick-up specials, starring Ethan Hawke and Maggie Q, Robin Wright Penn and Chris Cooper respectively. While none here quite soar in the same way that the Paris films did, there is still something refreshing about seeing standalone shorts get a go on the big screen. Screening in cinemas now
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n a story inspired, loosely, by his own family’s migration to Australia, Australian Filipino writer and dramaturg Paschal Daantos Berry has created The Folding Wife, the story of three generations of women. With sister Valerie Berry playing the lead, the story is also told with multimedia onstage and in full view. “It’s an interesting device I suppose,” Berry explains. “The Anino Shadowplay guys (Datu Arellano and Teta Tulay) manipulate the space, really, they become your own stage managers, image makers, manipulators of the actress, and it’s a really interesting inclusion. We didn’t want them to just fade into the background, we wanted them to be in foreground and use multimedia artists in a much more interesting way than their usual behind the scenes role. So they become another entity onstage, which was a really interesting idea by the director Deborah Pollard.” Berry’s idea of telling three stories in one is also a different way of exploring a migrant’s experience, and something he was keen to do. “The way it’s done is the central character, Grace, who is the youngest of the three women, is essentially the
narrator and evokes these women through anecdotes that she tells, and it’s not a chronological story that she tells but rather these ideas as they come to her, more how your memory organically unfolds. She starts from the end and moves to the beginning and it’s a really organic way of telling a story rather than chronological.” Though we suspect Grace is in her twenties, even her age as a grounding loses importance as the story unfolds, and she inhabits her family through telling of their experiences, a welcome change from the all too often ‘stories on a deathbed’ type examination of family life and chronology. “The age becomes irrelevant as Grace goes in and out of experiences, so when she tells of her grandmother living in post-World War II Philippines, it’s as if she’s a part of it. We pick up the story as Grace is packing up her mother’s house, who’s already passed away, and her grandmother has already well and truly passed away, but it’s really that time when
you’re reflecting on the lives that your parents, your ancestors have left. “ Displacement is a clear theme, something with which both Berry and sister Valerie empathise. “We spoke about doing this work and we both wanted to do something that was a lot more personal. We’re both fascinated by contemporary theatre and the different ways you can present a narrative, and we’ve very conscious of the fact that there’s a whole landscape of migration narratives that can well and truly be repetitive if not done right. So we were very conscious of not wanting to repeat what already existed; we wanted to come from our own experience but then fragment it so that we were far enough away from our narratives so that it didn’t become self-indulgent. It’s fictionalising the truth.” WHAT: The Folding Wife WHERE & WHEN: CarriageWorks Wednesday 19 May to Saturday 22
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NOW AND WHEN PHOTO EXHIBITION Last year the Australian Centre For Photography (ACP) ran a ten-week workshop at the Oasis Youth Support Network, Surry Hills in partnership with the Salvation Army, where the participants learned photographic skills and documented each other with portraits. The resulting photographs will be on display at Storm Gallery from Monday 24 May to Saturday 5 June at an exhibition called Now And
When. Te Rangatahi “Frank” Taniora, who participated in the workshops, has also been named recipient of an ACP photographic scholarship, and will be present at the exhibition’s opening. Now And When is part of the Head On photo festival.
GET YOUR MEDIAEVAL POETRY ON Inaugurated in 1973, the Runnymede Pop Festival is the longest running regular festival dedicated to mediaeval
music and poetry in Australia. After last year’s festival being cancelled due to flooding, the aptly named Renaissance Players are borne again in 2010, when the 33rd Runnymede Festival takes over the Great Hall, Sydney University Tuesday 8 June and Wednesday 9 (from 7pm both nights). A reader, two singers, and six musicians will perform mediaeval songs, popular dance music, and poetry. Punch ‘Runnymede’ into Facebook for more info.
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Tell us about yourself. Urban Uprising opened in Darlinghurst in November 2008, so we’ve now had 18 months of showcasing international and local urban art. Our focus is on urban or outsider art, which mostly encompasses street artists and other artists that we feel fit into the “feel” of the gallery. In recent years, this art has become highly collectible around the world, and now Australians are beginning to realise the investment potential in such art. What are some of your past highlights? We’ve had some great solo shows from artists such as Pure Evil and Trademark, with the artists flying in from the UK. Getting K-Guy to do a
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dedicated edition of his Coke Moss print was great. Having a show of Obey prints (Shepard Fairey) with more prints than the National Portrait Gallery show was quite amazing. The SOS collective also gave us a load of special prints from sold-out editions including artist’s proofs and rare colour ways for their show last year – that was pretty special, too. What’s currently exhibiting? In between dedicated exhibitions, we like to keep an ever-changing mixed showcase of some of the hottest urban artists from around the planet, including internationally renowned artists such as Bansky, Shepard Fairey, Lady Aiko, Beejoir, Pure Evil, Nick Walker, Mau Mau, and K-Guy.
Who are some local artists you admire? Ben Frost, Nanami Cowdroy, Numskull, Will Coles and Shannon Crees from Sydney; Meggs, Rone and the Everfresh crew from Melbourne do some damn fine work too. Looking to the immediate future – what’s on the cards? Ben Frost is currently curating for a group show of local artists for next month at the gallery – we love his talent and the artists he has in his stable. We’re still signing off on dates for other shows including Shannon Crees and a solo show planned from the UK’s fast-rising K-Guy. Sign up to our news at urbanuprising.com. au – we’ll send out info and invites as these are about to happen.
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THEATRE BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House After some 20 years, the muchacclaimed Bugs Bunny On Broadway has been reworked as Bugs Bunny At The Symphony (probably more appropriately, since it’s much closer to a symphonic concert than a Broadway show). If 20 years seems a long time – it’s certainly longer than a lot of this evening’s audience members have been around for – the cartoons on display are positively ancient, reaching as far back as the 1940s, back when Daffy was a duckling and Porky was the biggest star in the Looney Tunes barn. The cartoons themselves are as magical as ever though. Shorts like Zoom And Bored (a Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner classic), and Long-Haired Hare (the one with a wig-wearing Bugs tormenting an opera singer) are as much a riot now as they were in 1957 and 1949. Completely aside from the musical element, which is terrific, it’s just a thrill to see these cartoons on the big screen with an enthusiastic all-ages audience – as nature intended. There are some strange choices in new material: a Tweety and Sylvester cartoon, playing unaccompanied by the orchestra, seems to have been arbitrarily plucked from the archives. Especially bizarre are the ScoobyDoo and Flintstone montages which,
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A TASTE SENSATION Eastside Arts Café You attend a dinner theatre event with certain expectations. One, and I don’t think it’s an unreasonable one, is that at some point you get to have dinner. It would be easy to make a mockery of what happened at the opening night of A Taste Sensation (with a
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although a good chance to hear Grieg’s In The Hall Of The Mountain King and Offenbach’s “can-can” movement in the Concert Hall, add very little to the event as a whole. The best new material is a montage of Looney Tunes musical snippets. The excitement among the adults is palpable when Pepé Le Pew, Daffy Duck and the amphibian from One Froggy Evening make brief appearances. Most of the great numbers from Bugs Bunny On Broadway are still here in all their glory though – Zoom and Bored, Long-Haired Hare, Baton Bunny and A Corny Concerto are big hits, and the formidable closing numbers of the first and second acts, The Rabbit Of Seville and What’s Opera, Doc?, still bring the house down. Conductor and creator George Daugherty has a contagious enthusiasm for the material, and even the Sydney Symphony seem to be having a great time, which is very special indeed.
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title like that, it’s begging for it), but here are the facts: several audience members, some of whom had lined up for 20 minutes, reached the front of the line to be told there was no food left. They were not amused. Now surely, one hopes, this little issue has been worked out by now – it’s just unfortunate that some people who’d been eager enough to attend opening night had to go hungry (or order pizza). But back to this idea of expectations. As far as the five short plays on offer are concerned, A Taste Sensation is the theatrical equivalent of a salad buffet. Don’t come expecting anything to chew on. There are a few laughs, a bit of noir comedy, a smidgen of farce… In other words, precisely the kind of theatre one hopes to get from an event like this: light, inoffensive and unpretentious plays that won’t upset your appetite or get under your skin. Fantasy dates, two women fighting over a shared lover, poisoned cupcakes – it all washes down very easily. Even during the short play Over The Moon – the quietest, most poetic piece in the programme – you can feel quite comfortable reaching for an olive, and the two intervals mean that nothing tests your patience for long. Assuming the food situation is running smoothly now, a generous platter will set you back $25, which is a bit much. But it’s a decent night’s entertainment – if you have a taste for that kind of thing. Saturdays until 5 June DARRYN KING
AT PERFORMANCE SPACE, YOU KNOW TO EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED. LEE BEMROSE CAUGHT UP WITH CLARE BRITTON ABOUT HOLE IN THE WALL.
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he key collaborators in Hole In The Wall are Melbourne’s Clare Britton and Matt Prest, the creative team behind 2008’s experimental work, The Tent. It would seem the pair is obsessed with structures of shelter. The narrative sounds like a straightforward enough piece of theatre. The story follows the thoughts, ideas and dreams of a suburban couple who we meet, lying in the dark, initially discussing what to have for dinner. However it is how we, the audience, meet these characters, where things get interesting. Audience numbers for each one-hour performance are capped at 32. The audience is split into four groups and ushered into four rooms of a house, the couple’s home. No bums on seats here - this is standing room only - and the walls and the whole house ‘act’ very differently to the way we’ve come to expect walls and houses to act. Designer, performer and puppeteer Britton explains, “Three main inspirations for Hole In The Wall
have been [Mark Z. Danielewski’s 2000 novel] House Of Leaves, Jan Svankmeyer’s animation, and Gordon Matta Clark’s building cuts. It was Gordon Matta Clark who inspired us to get started on this work although now the work has moved a long way from where it started. House Of Leaves comes to mind because the house that is evoked in Hole In The Wall shifts and changes around the audience, getting bigger and smaller and changing shape – it has a life of its own and with it we move between reality, dreams and nightmares. Jan Svankmeyer’s animation and the way that he tells stories visually has had an influence on the work generally and a big influence on the stop-motion animation that we created as a part of the show.” Britton says the story could be told in a more traditional theatrical format, but it would be a very different work. Both the story and the way they have chosen to tell
it have evolved together, drawing on the cross-pollination of the many and varied skills the team of collaborators – sculpture, live performance, puppetry, photography, acting, writing, welding, rigging, animation, sound and lighting design, stage and production management. “People have been really open to it – it is an unusual experience, but that is also part of what is exciting about it. We do want to excite people and make them feel like they don’t know what is going to come next. Most art that we admire creates a space for people to get out of themselves and think about something bigger. It lets emotions come to the surface and find their way out. We hope our show will create that space for people.” WHAT: Hole In The Wall WHERE & WHEN: Carriageworks Wednesday 26 May to Saturday 29
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TAME IMPALA THE SILENTS THE LAURELS
The Metro Theatre 15/05/10 Saturday night’s sold-out Metro show was a chance to get your lo-fi up to speed with a new crop of domestic bands who are reinventing the experimental sound and putting the jam back into music. Whether or not it’s the latest in a bunch of marketing strategies or coincidence remains to be seen. Sydney’s The Laurels have spent a number of years now in the shadows of others and their opening slot was no exception. Highly talented and a favourites amongst regular gig-goers, their brand of burnt-out fuzz and an ear for down-tempo pop continues to impress on the live circuit. Fingers crossed their promise of a debut the last two years is close to a goddamn release date. The Silents’ brand of music and the fact they have the world’s thinnest and almost transparent frontman in Lloyd Stowe, were fun to watch, falling in and out of ‘good song’ and ‘dreary song’. Dragging garage rock through a delay pedal, it fitted within the theme of the other bands on the bill, but the jury is undecided as their approach sometimes misfired. Tame Impala have very recently released a debut album called InnerSpeaker. Recorded in solitude somewhere on the south-east coast of WA, the challenge for the band was and is always going to be recreating the same atmosphere live. This was mostly achieved through the eight or so million guitar and effects pedals on display, which also may have been the reason you wouldn’t have been able to understand a word lead man Kevin Parker said between songs. There was a lineup shuffle too, with Dominic Simper switching to guitar and sometime member Paisley Adams switching to bass for the entire set. The growing bag of highlights included Solitude Is Bliss and a great version of the groove-laden Lucidity, which is one of the stand-out tracks on the album. In a set that went really quickly (probably due to the length of the songs), the night’s performance concluded with a ten-minute medley (probably due to the length of the songs) featuring favourite Half Full Glass Of Wine. Funnily enough, this was the same way things concluded when the band supported MGMT recently at the same venue. When the medley had finished, the band invited The Silents back onstage for a party wave version of the album closer I Don’t Really Mind that would have worked better had it not felt so unplanned. This coupled with the lights guy deciding to fall asleep (which kept everyone thinking there would be an encore) meant more than a few people left perplexed. But despite this, the night still rocked. Adam Wilding
CHRIS BAILEY & ED KUEPPER: May 19, 26 The Vanguard DAN SULTAN: May 19 Wollongong Uni Bar, May 20 Bar On The Hill, May 21 Manning Bar, May 22 Canberra Uni Refectory FOREIGN OBJECTS: May 19 Cambridge Hotel, May 20 Spectrum IAN MOSS: May 19 – 21 Brass Monkey, May 28 Asquith Leagues, Jul 1 Southern Cross Club, Jul 2 Rooty Hills RSL, Jul 3 Bankstown Sports Showroom, Jul 9 Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Jul 10 Notes, Aug 6 Heritage Hotel, Aug 7 Coogee Diggers, Aug 13 & 14 Lizotte’s Newcastle, Aug 19 – 21 Lizotte’s Kincumber, Sep 16 & 17 The Clarendon, Sep 18 Canterbury Hurlstone RSL GRAND ATLANTIC: May 20, 27 Lansdowne Hotel HOODOO GURUS: May 20 & 21 Oxford Art Factory CLOUD CONTROL: May 20 The Harp Wollongong, Jun 2 Beach Road Hotel, Jun 4 The Clarendon, Jun 5 Transit Bar URTHBOY: May 20 Mona Vale Hotel, May 21 Cambridge Hotel, May 22 Caringbah Bizzo’s, Jun 4 Hotel Gearin UNITED TOUR feat. CHRIS PICKERING, COOKIE BAKER, MATT GRESHAM, NICOLE BROPHY: May 20 Lizotte’s Newcastle, May 21 The Clarendon, May 22 Heritage Hotel, May 23 Brass Monkey, May 25 & 26 Raval SIANNA LEE: May 21 Grand Hotel Wollongong, May 22 Excelsior Hotel Surry Hills, May 23 Front Gallery, May 25 The Lounge DIANA ANAID: May 21 Excelsior Hotel Surry Hills, May 22 Northern Star Hotel, May 23 Hotel Gearin EPICURE: May 21 Annandale Hotel THE SPITFIRES: May 21 World Bar ROBERT FORSTER: May 21 Sydney Theatre CELADORE: May 21 Candy’s Apartment MATHESON: May 21 Coogee Diggers, May 22 Brass Monkey RECOIL: May 21 Chili Lounge, May 22 The Wall, Jun 4 The Basement Canberra JAMES REYNE: May 22 State Theatre THE MEANIES: May 22 Annandale Hotel KATY STEELE: May 22 Notes WAGONS: May 26 Beach Road Hotel, May 28 Annandale Hotel, May 29 Clarendon, May 30 Brass Monkey LAST DINOSAURS: May 26 Cambridge Hotel, May 27 Grand Hotel Wollongong, May 28 Ivanhoe Hotel, May 29 Spectrum THE HOLIDAYS: May 27 Oxford Art Factory
THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN When The Dillinger Escape Plan last played Soundwave a couple of years ago, they were the most talked about act after the fact, having charged through the swamp of ‘phoney’ and ‘fake’ bands to deliver a blistering and no-holds-barred set of technical metal. Expect nothing less than their best for this week’s tour either, with their latest album, Option Paralysis, being one of the fans (and also the band’s) favourites. With Maylene & The Sons Of Disaster and Periphery getting on board as supports, it’s bound to be a night to remember Friday at The Metro.
CLOSURE IN MOSCOW: May 27 Mona Vale Hotel, May 28 Gaelic Theatre MOJO JUJU & THE SNAKE OIL MERCHANTS: May 28 Phoenix Canberra, May 29 Heritage Hotel DAN KELLY: May 28 Spectrum, May 29 Brass Monkey DEXTER: May 28 Oxford Art Factory THE PUBLIC OPINION AFRO ORCHESTRA, THE STRIDES: May 28 The Basement Circular Quay RAT VS POSSUM: May 28 St Petersberg Warehouse, May 29 Dirty Shirlows THE SCOTCH OF ST JAMES: May 28 Tailors On Central SCUL HAZARDS: May 28 World Bar RESIST THE THOUGHT: May 29 Blacktown Masonic Hall, Jun 4 Agincourt Hotel, Jun 5 The Loft Newcastle CRAYON FIELDS: May 29 Oxford Art Factory TAASHA COATES & TRISTAN GOODALL: May 29 Notes, May 30 Lizotte’s Kincumber CHASE THE SUN: May 30 Beaches THE RED EYES: Jun 3 Transit Bar, Jun 4 Manning Bar FIRE! SANTA ROSA, FIRE!: Jun 3 Oxford Art Factory JAMES MORRISON & THE IDEA OF NORTH: Jun 3 The Factory, Jun 4 Newcastle City Hall, Jun 16 The Basement Circular Quay, Jun 17 Canberra Theatre DAPPLED CITIES: Jun 3 Cambridge Hotel, Jun 4 Mona Vale Hotel, Jun 5 Manning Bar, Jun 24 ANU Bar DEAD LETTER CIRCUS: Jun 4 The Factory FIVE STAR PRISON CELL: Jun 4 The Basement Canberra, Jun 10 Spectrum, Jun 17 Oxford Tavern, Jun 18 Empire Hotel, Jun 20 Lucky Australian Tavern ROCKETSMITHS: Jun 5 Gaelic Theatre CHILDREN COLLIDE, CABINS: Jun 5 The Factory Theatre BIRDS OF TOKYO: Jun 5 Enmore Theatre LEE KERNAGHAN: Jun 5 Penrith Panthers, Jun 18 Wyong Leagues, Jun 19
Civic Theatre Newcastle PARADES: Jun 10 Transit Bar, Jul 2 Grand Hotel Wollongong, Jul 3 Red Rattler COG: Jun 11 The Metro MIAMI HORROR: Jun 11 Waves, Jun 12 Manning Bar THE SNOWDROPPERS: Jun 11 Grand Junction Hotel, Jun 12 View Factory, Jun 26 Oxford Tavern, Jul 2 Old Manly Boatshed, Jul 3 Hotel Gearin, Jul 9 Brass Monkey THE BEAUTIFUL GIRLS: Jun 11 Newcastle Panthers, Jun 12 Waves, Jun 13 Entrance Leagues, Jun 16 Baroque, Jul 16 Hellenic Club, Jul 17 Enmore Theatre BOY & BEAR: Jun 12 Annandale Hotel DEAD LETTER CHORUS*: Jun 16 Front Gallery, Jun 17 Harp Wollongong, Jun 18 The Clarendon, Jun 19 Brass Monkey JONESEZ: Jun 16 Bar 32, Jun 18 Sandringham Hotel LIZ STRINGER: Jun 17 The Basement THE BREAK*: Jun 17 Old Manly Boatshed, Jun 19 Beach Road Hotel, Jun 20 Annandale Hotel, Jul 3 Old Manly Boatshed, Jul 4 The Brewery CASSETTE KIDS: Jun 18 Oxford Art Factory GYROSCOPE: Jun 18 The Metro, Jun 19 ANU Bar SKIPPING GIRL VINEGAR: Jun 19 Raval KATIE NOONAN & THE CAPTAINS: Jun 19 The Metro 50 LIONS, BLKOUT: Jun 19 The Loft Newcastle, Jun 27 Jam Factory, Jul 3 Factory Theatre MILES AWAY, BREAK EVEN, HOPELESS, THE BRODERICK: Jun 22 Tuggeranong Youth Centre, Jun 26 & 27 The Wall THE DEVIL RIDES OUT: Jun 23 Harp Hotel, Jun 24 Sandringham Hotel DALLAS CRANE: Jun 24 Annandale Hotel TARA SIMMONS*: Jun 24 Raval ASH GRUNWALD: Jun
25 Cambridge Hotel, Jun 26 Entrance Leagues, Jun 27 Lizotte’s Kincumber, Jun 30 Baroque, Jul 1 Transit Bar, Jul 8 Harp Wollongong, Jul 9 The Metro, Jul 11 Mean Fiddler OPERATOR PLEASE: Jun 26 The Metro KARNIVOOL: Jun 26 Newcastle Panthers, Jun 30 The Metro, Jul 3 ANU Bar REGURGITATOR: Jul 3 Annandale Hotel THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT, CALLING ALL CARS: Jul 8 Hellenic Club, Jul 10 Panthers Newcastle, Jul 11 Mona Vale Hotel, Jul 14 Campbelltown RSL, Jul 15 Castle Hill RSL, Jul 16 Entrance Leagues Club THE AMITY AFFLICTION: Jul 8 Woden Basketball Stadium, Jul 9 UNSW Roundhouse LISA MILLER: Jul 8 The Clarendon, Jul 9 Notes, Jul 10 Brass Monkey DAN PARSONS*: Jul 9 World Bar DRAWN FROM BEES*: Jul 10 Gaelic Theatre CW STONEKING: Jul 10 Selina’s YOUNG HERETICS*: Jul 10 Spectrum VIOLENT SOHO: Jul 23 Annandale Hotel GOSTELERADIO: Jul 23 Oxford Art Factory FABULOUS DIAMONDS*: Jul 23 Spectrum SALLY SELTMANN*: Jul 23 Oxford Art Factory, Jul 24 Heritage Hotel THE NATION BLUE, A DEATH IN THE FAMILY: Jul 23 Sandringham Hotel THE TEMPER TRAP: Jul 27 Hordern Pavilion LUNGS*: Jul 29 Hamilton Station Hotel, Jul 30 Oxford Tavern, Jul 31 Sandringham Hotel MIDNIGHT JUGGERNAUTS*: Aug 20 The Forum THE CAT EMPIRE: Aug 22 ANU Bar, Aug 29 Hordern Pavilion ANGUS & JULIA STONE: Aug 25 Newcastle Civic Theatre, Aug 26 Enmore Theatre, Sep 1 Llewellyn Hall, Sep 2 Wollongong Uni
INTERNATIONAL SHAI HULUD: May 18 Cambridge Hotel, May 19 The Warehouse Canberra continued pg.72 THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010 • 71 •
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JEN CLOHER
band knows how to rock a show and Bliss Release is shaping up to be one of this year’s finest local releases.
Raval 13/05/10
Giselle Nguyen
JORDIE LANE
EVERGREEN TERRACE: May 18 Tuggeranong Youth Centre, May 19 The Factory Theatre, May 20 Oasis Youth Centre BIFFY CLYRO: May 20 The Metro THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN: May 21 The Metro MIKE FIELDING: May 21 Sosueme THE CORONAS: May 21 The Factory, May 22 Newcastle Leagues, May 23 Mean Fiddler BATRIDER: May 21 The Croatian Club Newcastle, May 22 Red Rattler, May 23 The Phoenix Canberra JOEY CAPE, TONY SLY: May 23 Wollongong Uni, May 26 Annandale Hotel, May 27 Cambridge Hotel RICKY PETERSON & THE PETERSON BROTHERS: May 23 The Basement, May 26 Lizotte’s Newcastle BRIAN CHASE & SETH MISTERKA: May 23 The Vanguard THOSE DARLINS: May 26 Beach Road Hotel, May 28 Annandale Hotel, May 29 Clarendon, May 30 Brass Monkey RICHMOND FONTAINE (ACOUSTIC): May 26 Heritage Hotel, May 27 Brass Monkey, May 28 Notes NILE, ABIGAIL WILLIAMS, HATE ETERNAL: May 28 The Factory RICKIE-LEE JONES: May 28 Opera Theatre BORIS: May 28 The Studio AUTECHRE: May 28 The Forum LOU REED’S METAL MACHINE TRIO: May 30 Opera Theatre THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, UNEARTH: May 31 The Factory NOISE NIGHT feat. BORIS, MELT-BANANA, BARDO POND and more: May 31 Opera Theatre BARDO POND: Jun 1 The Studio EMILY HAINES: Jun 1 Opera Theatre LAURIE ANDERSON: Jun 1 & 2 Drama Theatre HOLLY MIRANDA: Jun 2 The Studio MELT-BANANA: Jun 2 The Studio MONDO GENERATOR: Jun 3 Harp Hotel Wollongong, Jun 4 Annandale Hotel, Jun 5 Cambridge Hotel KING KHAN & BBQ SHOW: Jun 3 The Studio SLOW MUSIC NIGHT feat. LAURIE ANDERSON, EMILY HAINES, HOLLY MIRANDA and more: Jun 4 Sydney Opera House Concert Hall CHIRGILCHIN: Jun 4 The Studio THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA: Jun 5 Sydney Opera House Concert Hall DOVEMAN: Jun 5 The Studio MY BRIGHTEST DIAMOND: Jun 6 The Studio SIMONE FELICE: Jun 9 • 72 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
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CLOUD CONTROL: May 20 The Harp Wollongong, Jun 2 Beach Road Hotel, Jun 4 The Clarendon, Jun 5 Transit Bar BATRIDER: May 21 The Croatian Club Newcastle, May 22 Red Rattler, May 23 The Phoenix Canberra WAGONS, THOSE DARLINS: May 26 Beach Road Hotel, May 28 Annandale Hotel, May 29 Clarendon, May 30 Brass Monkey CLOSURE IN MOSCOW: May 27 Mona Vale Hotel, May 28 Gaelic Theatre A DAY IN THE LIFE: May 28 Enmore Theatre THE GUM BALL: May 29 Dashville CHASE THE SUN: May 30 Beaches DAPPLED CITIES: Jun 3 Cambridge Hotel, Jun 4 Mona Vale Hotel, Jun 5 Manning Bar, Jun 24 ANU Bar THE RED EYES: Jun 3 Transit Bar, Jun 4 Manning Bar MIAMI HORROR: Jun 11 Waves, Jun 12 Manning Bar COME TOGETHER: Jun 12 & 13 Luna Park HERE WE GO MAGIC: Jun 17 Oxford Art Factory OPERATOR PLEASE: Jun 26 The Metro THE SOFT PACK: Jul 7 Oxford Art Factory BLOOD, SWEAT & BEERS: Jul 10 Annandale Hotel DRAWN FROM BEES: Jul 10 Gaelic Theatre OM: Jul 17 The Factory SALLY SELTMANN: Jul 23 Oxford Art Factory, Jul 24 Heritage Hotel KASABIAN: Jul 24 Hordern Pavilion ALBERTA CROSS: Jul 24 Annandale Hotel GRIZZLY BEAR: Jul 25 Enmore Theatre YEASAYER: Jul 28 The Metro BAND OF HORSES: Jul 29 Enmore Theatre MIDLAKE: Jul 31 The Metro JONSI: Aug 2 Enmore Theatre LAURA MARLING: Aug 2 The Metro ASH, WE ARE SCIENTISTS: Aug 3 The Metro FRIGHTENED RABBIT: Aug 3 The Factory SURFER BLOOD: Aug 3 Manning Bar BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE: Aug 4 The Metro KATE NASH: Aug 5 The Metro SLASH: Aug 16 Enmore Theatre MIDNIGHT JUGGERNAUTS: Aug 20 The Forum COASTER: Sep 25 Gosford Showgrounds SARAH BLASKO: Oct 28 Civic Theatre, Oct 29 Enmore Theatre, Oct 30 The Playhouse
Stepping through the door at Raval, the intimate live music room above the Mac, was quite a surprise. The venue looks more like a cabaret club in 1930s Berlin and gave this show a rich intimacy between performers and the audience. Both Jen Cloher and Jordie Lane relied almost solely on their acoustic guitars and their voices, though at times both artists brought out another musician to flesh out their sound. In Cloher’s case, Toby Robinson joined her to play acoustic guitar or banjo, while Lane was helped out on occasion by Matt Green on mandolin and electric six-string that he made sound like a slide guitar. The double bill meant no supports. First up it was Lane weaving songs of love and growing up around his relaxed, almost alt.country style. The young musician has obviously been busy writing since his last Sydney visit. Only a couple of songs in his set were from last year’s album Sleeping Patterns. Cloher on the other hand peppered her set with songs off her latest album, Hidden Hands, written in New Zealand last year while Cloher was looking after her mother, who has Alzheimer’s. Songs like Watch Me Disappear, a beautiful closing track, were a touching way to approach her mother’s illness, but the set also had its lighter moments. A song about getting the better of fellow beauty pageant contestants, and the moment Cloher had to restart a recently written song where she messed up the first line, proved she was human and were applauded almost as much as the pin-drop moments. The night’s highlight though came when Cloher and Robinson were joined by Lane and Green to perform a couple of their own songs each – the four-part harmonies on Lane’s I Could Die Looking At You were particularly sublime – and then a couple of memorable covers. The Traveling Wilburys’ Handle With Care was given a gorgeously bluegrass feel, while MGMT’s Electric Feel is particularly and somewhat surprisingly compelling being played on the banjo, but for alt.country enthusiasts, it was Cloher and Lane giving their voices full rein on the Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris hit Love Hurts that was a stand out. Danielle O’Donohue
Annandale Hotel COMMON, KID CAPRI: Jun 11 The Forum GIFT OF GAB: Jun 11 Oxford Art Factory STORY OF THE YEAR, SAOSIN, BLESSTHEFALL: Jun 12 UNSW Roundhouse STRUNG OUT, THE LOVED ONES: Jun 3 Annandale Hotel, Jun 13 Wollongong Uni Bar, Jun 16 Cambridge Hotel SHAPESHIFTER: Jun 13 The Metro NOUVELLE VAGUE, BERRY: Jun 16 The Factory Theatre PAUL DIANNO: Jun 17 Bar On The Hill, Jun 18 Waves, Jun 19 Gaelic Theatre, Jun 20 ANU HERE WE GO MAGIC: Jun 17 Oxford Art Factory ALESTORM: Jun 18 Gaelic Theatre SHWAYZE*: Jun 18 Home TRAIN: Jun 21 Enmore Theatre YUSUF ISLAM: Jun 21 & 23 Sydney Entertainment Centre HOPE SANDOVAL & THE WARM INVENTIONS: Jun 25 Enmore Theatre STEPHAN BODZIN, HUGO*: Jul 3 Arthouse Hotel THE SOFT PACK*: Jul 7 Oxford Art Factory MARK LANEGAN*: Jul 8 The Metro BOYS LIKE GIRLS: Jul 11 UNSW Roundhouse SNFU: Jul 14 The Wall OM*: Jul 17 The Factory KEVIN RUDOLPH*: Jul 18 Enmore Theatre STRIKE ANYWHERE: Jul 18 Woodport Inn, Jul
19 Caringbah Bizzo’s, Jul 20 The Wall, Jul 21 Cambridge Hotel KASABIAN: Jul 24 Hordern Pavilion ALBERTA CROSS: Jul 24 Annandale Hotel GRIZZLY BEAR: Jul 25 Enmore Theatre LCD SOUNDSYSTEM, HOT CHIP: Jul 26 Hordern Pavilion YEASAYER: Jul 28 The Metro FOALS: Jul 28 Manning Bar THE STROKES: Jul 29 Hordern Pavilion GOLDFRAPP: Jul 29 Big Top Luna Park BAND OF HORSES: Jul 29 Enmore Theatre THIRTY SECONDS TO MARS: Jul 30 Hordern Pavilion THE MAGIC NUMBERS: Jul 30 The Metro MIDLAKE: Jul 31 The Metro BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB: Aug 1 The Metro TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB: Aug 2 Oxford Art Factory PASSION PIT: Aug 2 The Forum JONSI: Aug 2 Enmore Theatre LAURA MARLING: Aug 2 The Metro ASH, WE ARE SCIENTISTS: Aug 3 The Metro SURFER BLOOD: Aug 3 Manning Bar BAND OF SKULLS: Aug 3 Oxford Art Factory FRIGHTENED RABBIT: Aug 3 The
Factory MUMFORD & SONS: Aug 3 Enmore Theatre K-OS*: Aug 4 Oxford Art Factory BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE: Aug 4 The Metro KATE NASH: Aug 5 The Metro FLORENCE & THE MACHINE: Aug 5 Enmore Theatre SENSES FAIL: Aug 14 The Factory Theatre EELS: Aug 14 Enmore Theatre SLASH*: Aug 16 Hordern Pavilion
FESTIVALS DARLING HARBOUR JAZZ AND BLUES: May 21 Darling Harbour VIVID: May 27 – Jun 21 Sydney Opera House THE GUM BALL: May 29 Dashville ALL OUR FRIENDS: Jun 5 University Of Canberra Refectory COME TOGETHER: Jun 12 & 13 Luna Park WE LOVE SOUNDS: Jun 12 Entertainment Quarter HARDCORE 2010: Jul 2 Manning Bar, Jul 3 The Factory SHIR MADNESS: Aug 15 Bondi Beach COASTER*: Sep 25 Gosford Showgrounds * indicates new or amended listing this week Check with agencies for booking fees.
CLOUD CONTROL
RICHARD IN YOUR MIND GUINEAFOWL
Oxford Art Factory 14/05/10
With a seven-strong lineup including multiple crystalline guitars, synths, drums and a hell of a male/ female vocal combination, even those in the audience who hadn’t heard Guineafowl’s music before were immediately sucked in. The set encouraged dancing and handclaps from the audience and the atmosphere at the venue had noticeably lifted by the end of the performance. A total change in pace was ahead when Sydney psychedelic rockers Richard In Your Mind took the stage. Watching a Richard In Your Mind performance is like hopping into a time machine, as it’s akin to something right out of the 1970s. The music itself is quite simple, but only comes to life thanks to the generous use of an effects dial and guitar feedback, as well as infectious, thumping bass lines. The band also tried out acoustic versions of songs, which resulted in a much more laidback vibe more suited to the atmosphere of the show. But far and away the most entertaining aspect of the set was the band’s bizarre banter about controlling clouds and damning the man. With the venue now at full capacity, an enthusiastic crowd welcomed indie-pop quartet Cloud Control on the very day that their debut album, Bliss Release, hit shelves and the band was clearly ecstatic. As evidenced by tracks like opener There’s Nothing In The Water We Can’t Fight, Cloud Control are a much stronger and more energetic presence live than they are recorded – Jeremy Kelshaw’s ferocious bass sounds almost timid on the album, but he performed tonight with an almost frightening vigour. Alister Wright’s singing is unique in the sense that it is exceptionally raw and that organic rust really projected tonight, coupled with Heidi Lenffer’s dreamy sigh as she shook her tambourine on tracks like Gold Canary and This Is What I Said. Death Cloud was a set highlight, with Ulrich Lenffer’s drumming proving itself a force to be reckoned with while keys, guitars, bass and vocals all meshed together to create a wall of sonic madness. Coming back for a three-song encore including classics Vintage Books and Buffalo Country, by the end of the night Cloud Control had the audience eating out of the palm of their collective hand. This
JUNGLEHAMMER
LA MANCHA NEGRA
The Studio, Sydney Opera House 14/05/10 The Studio in cabaret mode is always a lovely thing. Tonight the room’s promised sophistication, complete with grog in plastic cups, was delivered in spades. Locals La Mancha Negra kicked off the night, a group that straddled musical eras visually and sonically all in 45-odd minutes. Nick Cave meets The Atlantics as surfer ‘60s sounds were belted out with a tambourine, harmonica and a tune that sounded like a Bad Seeds cast-off, Suicide Blues. Strange, lovely, perhaps a bit flat in the middle, but well worth getting in early. As the 14-strong army of Junglehammer took the stage there was a full house and a full glass. The divine iOTA took the role of ringmaster as lead singer for this version of James Guiney and Lindsay Page’s mass musical experiment. While iOTA seemed very much a focus, his command was not at the expense of his fellow musicians, but rather merely something of a jewel in the impressive musical crown. The upbeat big band Into The Fire and Want To Believe showed the ‘Hammer’s style and force early and convincingly, while slower Don’t Stay Away Too Long and the uber seductive I Want To Make You Happy showed that just because the stage is full of horns, killer backing vocals and great axemen that they don’t all have to be on 11 to be fantastic; shade and full colour, all impressively delivered. It wasn’t until about halfway through that iOTA relaxed a little to chat to the crowd and to be honest given the album showcase, pre-set list provided, flawless efficiency of the set to that point, at first it seemed a little out of place. However what may have been a ‘stall while we change a string’ chat soon turned into a great excuse to air some personal, modern-day domestic drama. Real estate agents are bastards, especially when they can’t read minds. However what at first seemed a detour steered straight into this writer’s song of the night, Your Gonna Love It Boy’s (sic), a lesson for anyone wanting to know how to make one of the most painful experiences in life completely funky. Pulling it back again for By The Sea and “the last song before we go off for encore”, Baby I Found Love, following a short break, backing singer Lily Dior took the driver’s seat for a gorgeous older number Skin To Skin. Despite the interlude throwing iOTA off a bit (he thanked her and introduced her as “the fabulous Lily Allen” – a completely ironic slip given Dior’s class and the other Lily’s lack thereof), the finale, Smile came all too quickly. Liz Giuffre
ED KUEPPER & CHRIS BAILEY
The Vanguard 12/5/10
From one of rock’s iconic snarling lead singers to an arch Lord Fauntleroy, replete with a ripe Pom accent and an acoustic guitar. Chris Bailey. Will wonders never cease? Sweet recompense was that the cynicism remained intact. And Ed Kuepper. Or ‘Edmund’, as referred to by his voluble partner in angst and art. A more restrained version than we’re used to seeing, keeping counsel to his songs, with that angular and oh-so-inner city voice inhabiting the room with its Godlike presence. This duo, of course, were the axis on which one of the best rock groups in the history of the universe, The Saints, relied. Both have been through their various evolutionary stages, so it is all very amusing to see them playing as a duo in a pseudo-acoustic setting. Except it was mainly electric. Let us not quibble, however. It wasn’t just the rambling songs that made it somewhat of a Dylan-esque evening, it was their almost epic nature and that implied acoustic feel. Kuepper stuck to electric, whilst Bailey dabbled, instrumentally speaking. Vocal leads were shared. And it was a thing of beauty to hear their voices tangled up in blue. Bailey’s more traditional R&B ragged lilt, with Kuepper’s lateral, unusual voice barrelling down the straight, then coming at you in feints and jabs. Delicious dirges rolled off the stage in an edgy urban fug with, interestingly, one foot in a Cramps camp (inner city swamp?). Aggression and sexuality roiled through the quiet(ish) tumult. In truth, there were too many anonymous moments; not enough variation in texture and tune. These gents have more to offer sonically than was provided, regardless of the limited instrumentation. Perhaps more space was needed. Greater resonance resulted when Kuepper’s guitar roamed with some subtle lead lines and Bailey stuck to bass. The Bailey-led songs lacked, in general, sufficient gravitas. continued pg.74
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KNOW YOUR HIP HOP CELADORE Your music is…? Indie rock.
Which acts inspired you to produce your own music and why? Crowded House, Motor Ace, Something For Kate. For unforgettable melodies and amazing musicianship.
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Weekend couldn’t have been any more self-referential with their stage props – there was a lack of Wayfarers, however, but hey, it was a cold evening.
CLOUD CONTROL
Hordern Pavilion 13/05/10
On the eve of the release of their debut album, Bliss Release, Cloud Control played with the sort of energy usually displayed by bands twice their pedigree, delivering a set that rivalled the night’s headliners. The world may currently be going nuts over The Temper Trap as Australia’s band du jour, but Cloud Control should start seeing the love coming through soon from overseas. Coachella – pay attention. Playing to a fairly packed-out Hordern Pavilion, it was clear Thursday’s crowd weren’t filing in early to get prime real estate for the headline act, as the quartet were getting a rapturous response to each track. Ghost Story was the personal highlight; an understated song on the album, live it transcends to a tribal ritual – seriously, those drums are no way near as imposing on record – while Gold Canary proved an inevitable fan favourite. With half a dozen chandeliers and a super-sized Contra album cover as the backdrop, Vampire
from pg.72 There were, of course, some lovely highs. Just Like Fire Would, Memories (Are Made Of This) and The Way I Made You Feel were among those heartshuddering tunes that got an airing. There is a need for the arrangements and the combo’s inspiration and imagination to ratchet up to their optimum level, which was most definitely not achieved here. But it’s early days, as this was a new context for them, so perhaps they were still getting the feel for the dynamic. Craig N Pearce
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To have one of our songs as the intro music on Channel 7’s Deal Or No Deal.
From the very first crowd reaction the New Yorkers were visibly humbled by Sydney, claiming Thursday’s gig as one of their biggest ever, seemingly blown away by these weird specimens known as ‘Australians’ singing their lyrics louder than themselves. Feeling more like a party than a gig, superhits Cousins, Holiday, A-Punk and Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa had the crowd losing their collective shit over and over again, before they erupting into a deafening One (Blake’s Got A New Face).
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Having been at the intimate Oxford Art Factory gig late last year when they were roadtesting their new material and getting nervous when frontman Ezra Koenig, while introducing a (then) new song mentioned Auto-Tune, the resulting song California English has turned into one of their live highlights. Oxford Comma ‘ended’ their set, before the encore, a double hit of album openers – Horchata and Mansard Roof – along with the grand finale of Walcott, which turned into a wall of noise, left audiences deaf and dumbfounded.
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The Factory Theatre 15/05/10 Nothing makes you feel more over the hill than an all ages hip hop concert where the underdeveloped gangly limbs of tweens and teens swagger around self-consciously in oversized hoodies and short shorts. Such was the scene on entering The Factory Theatre for this show in Urthboy’s Sneakquel Tour. Eager young fans jostled up front and those of drinking maturity gathered graciously towards the back. The diverse crowd was a good reflection perhaps of how farreaching the unique sound of Urthboy’s latest album, Spitshine, has become. Melbourne MC Mantra hit the stage early accompanied by DJ Wasabi waking up the room up with an intro taken from Mantra’s recently released album, Power Of The Spoken. An animated and lively performer, Mantra’s charisma won the room over fast with his jumping across the stage like he was shooting hoops. Standout tracks included I Hereby Stand and the M-Phazes produced hit The Freak Show. A talented showman, Mantra proved to be the perfect crowd warmer and certainly raised expectations for the headline act.
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The inevitable chanting for Urthy started up at intermission and without deliberating, Urthboy appeared alongside Jane Tyrell and DJ Elgusto. Opening with Spitshine, upbeat lyrics “She’ll be fine with a little bit of spitshine” set up an optimistic mood, although it wasn’t until the popular Hellsong dropped later on that the audience really seemed to respond. The Signal and his infamous We Get Around were also predictable crowd pleasers. A solo DJ interlude by Elgusto was particularly cool and a fun freestyle session with Mantra and DJ Wasabi at the end of the set also a highlight. While the idiosyncratic and theatrical elements often associated with an Urthboy performance were absent, it was by any standards an enjoyable show that would have been difficult to leave without a smile on your face. Amber McCormick
Because we want to meet you and get to know you and possibly take you out for a nice three-course meal after the show.
How do you find the local live scene? It’s like a big, friendly, sweaty hug.
What’s your greatest rock’n’roll moment? Performing after an all-male strip show in Wollongong. Celadore Distance Is A Gun out now through Popboomerang/MGM myspace.com/celadoreband
Next available at: Friday – Candy’s Apartment
BREAKING THE MOULD Mark Moldre is all geared up for run of shows launching his debut solo album, The Waiting Room, on which he’ll be accompanied by Adam Lang who plays a unique bunch of instruments including a drum kit made from a suitcase (bass), Arnott’s biscuit tin (snare) and a motorcycle disc brake (cymbal). Scott Hutchinson (drums) and Reuben Wills (bass) will also play at the shows hosted by Lizotte’s Newcastle Wednesday, Raval Saturday and Lizotte’s Kincumber Sunday.
GOING THE DISTANCE Candy’s Apartment will be rocking this Friday with Melbourne trio Celadore’s take on melodic pop rock. The show is part of their Distance Is A Gun debut EP tour to celebrating its release.
CHASING THE DREAM Busily emerging onto the scene are still in high school local band Chasing Amy who have recorded their first single, Girl. Catch the talented youngsters at The Chilli Lounge Wyong on Saturday.
The main act at the Beach Rd Hotel Bondi this Friday night is Sydney-born but German-raised MC Nick Knowledge. The world-travelled freestyler is launching his second album, Soul Sample, and will be supported by acts from The Phonies, Mathmatics and Mike Who. The free show goes from 8pm to midnight.
BACK TO FRONT The Mean Fiddler will present Sydney four-piece band Back to Funk this Saturday in The Woolshed. Hear the experienced and formally-trained artists deliver a vibrant and funky blend of soul and blues for the cost of nothing, which is what we all like to hear!
GET FEVERISH Hey Fever are jumping on a plane from Melbourne to bring their sound to MUM at World Bar. Helping you to get down and dirty this Friday night will also be The Dirty Secrets, Radio National and The Spitfires. In the other room, MILF has Red Ink, The Preachers, Simo Soo and Monii.
ALL UP FOR FOURPLAY Get excited because FourPlay String Quartet will be playing with guest artists at Notes this Friday night. Performing remade/remodelled covers from The Strokes to Charles Mingus, as well as original compositions, their skill in adapting contemporary classics into string quartet arrangement will be on show once again.
LANG’S PARKED Mark Lang has scored the support slot for Katy Steele’s solo jaunt this Saturday at Notes in Enmore.
LADY LUCK Jackie Marshall is celebrating the release of her new album, Ladies’ Luck, with a CD launch at Notes on Sunday. The performance will feature the record’s first single, Too Somebody, and the night, from 7pm, will also include performances by The 45’s, Heath Cullen and The Retreat.
LOVE INSIDE Singer and electric guitarist Sianna Lee, she formerly of Love Outside Andromeda, will be launching her debut solo album, Phoenix Propeller, this Saturday at The Excelsior Hotel, Surry Hills.
PREACHER CREATURES Fresh out the ranks with the release of their debut EP, Sydney five-piece band The Preachers will be playing at the Oxford Art Factory’s Gallery Bar’s Arkestra Residency this Thursday with The Whipped Cream Chargers, followed by a Friday night show for MILF at World Bar supported by Simo Soo, Monii and Red Ink.
IT SHOULD BE OUTLAWED Tierra Outlaws and the Running Guns will begin their Guns & Outlaws tour this Wednesday night at the Annandale Hotel. The event starts at 7.30pm and is hosted by Jager.
GOING STRONG Dennis Aubrey’s songwriter’s night is a gig across a number of venies that has been going strong for 16 years. Check it out, or see it again (16 years is a long time!), now at Newtown RSL Thursdays from 7pm.
LATER SKATER Doug Williams and his band The Mix are saying (or should we say playing?) their last hoorahs before they disappear overseas and go M.I.A in Sydney… well at least until September! Catch them at The Basement, Circular Quay, Thursday from 8.30pm and The Manly Boat Shed Friday from 10.30pm to bid them farewell.
HEAD TURNERS Alternative rock band Swivelhead are headlining this Saturday at the Sandringham Hotel from 8pm. They will be joined by Upsidedown Miss Jane, Wormholes Exist and Black Acid Flashbacks.
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SOUNDS HEAVENLY As part of the venue’s Sunsets series, Eleanor Angel will be at Sunsets Fringe Bar this Sunday promoting her new album, Face To Face, the album capturing beautifully the beauty of the young Brisbane singer/songwriter’s mix of folk, jazz and classical influences. Ben Romalis and Richie Cuthbert will also be performing.
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FBI’S FAVOURITE NEW AUSSIE SONGS FOR THIS WEEK Pairs MADE IN JAPAN Late Night MIIMALI The Overflow MISS LITTLE Invisible Queen (Convaire Remix) PHATCHANCE Ride With Violence THE MORNING NIGHT Fields VIA TANIA I Will RICHARD IN YOUR MIND Peter Pan JINJA SAFARI My Flase MATT CORBY Golden Sky THE HOLIDAYS
ALL THAT REMAINS Country rock band The Re-Mains has finally released their new album, Inland Sea, and to rejoice have arranged live shows to make a song, and maybe even a dance, about it. Saturday they will be playing at The Grand Junction while Sunday The Botany View will be graced with their presence.
CHEAP THRILLS Check out folk newcomer Jeremy Harrison at the Annandale Hotel on Wednesday. Why not, when tickets are just five bucks?
IN SEASON Melbourne duo Big Scary will be at Spectrum this Friday to launch their Autumn EP , one quarter of a
series where they dedicate a release, each featuring three songs, to each season. Cabins and Cameras will support them, with tickets available at the door from 8pm.
STI-FI The three boys from Sticky Fingers are doing a Friday night residency at Oxford Art Factory all through May. This week they will be playing with Masama from 8pm.
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Indie rockers Solskyr are playing with MayDay Way Hey and Found at Sea on Wednesday from 8pm at the Sandringham Hotel. Entry is $8.
Your music is…?
AND AS MEAN AS EVER
Indie/Brit-punk I think… seems to change every week.
Turning 21 is a big deal but it’s an even bigger deal if you are legendary Aussie punk band The Meanies. Come party with them at The Annandale Hotel this Saturday along with Stumblin Jesus Mosquito, Life Adjustment Disorder and The Turps.
I HEART YOURSPACE Yourspace presents their weekly Wednesday muso showcase at the Town Hall Hotel as they host an array of live music acts from rappers to spoon players. This week will feature four bands and five solo/duo acts including Drop Tank, Handsome Sons II, Victa, Feick’s Device, Edie Lot & The Last Shot, Yu Si Liu, Emad Younan and Steven Rivers. The event runs from 7pm-1am, it is free and there is also a free jam sesh, yo!
WINNING COMBO Want live music and cheap eats? Of course you do, so head to the Hampshire Hotel where ten bucks will get you a meal and a drink in the courtyard. This Wednesday hear the local acoustic talent of Janita Klein and Constant Project for the cost of nothing.
TAKE IT IN YOUR STRIDE Following the release of their self-titled debut album The Strides are bringing their funky Afrobeats to local venues throughout May. Playing with Afro Moses on Friday afternoon at the Darling Harbour Jazz & Blues Festival they will then end that evening with a show at the Heritage Hotel. As they continue performances over the weekend they will play at the
THE JEFFERSON
Which acts inspired you to produce your own music and why?
WHOLE NEW CITY The Bull N Bush Hotel, committed to establishing itself as a premier venue in Sydney’s West, this Friday hosts The Mission In Motion headlining their new night Detroit. Also playing on the night will be Sparrows, The Jefferson, 10 Paces and DJ P Hubby. Kicks off at 8pm, costs $10.
Bands like The Clash and The Jam got us started, plenty of Smiths too. The fact these guys could come out of nowhere with great songs and killer lyrics made us realise you didn’t need to be a pretentious muso to be famous, they just got on with it, so now we’re getting on with it too.
What’s your wildest ambition for your music? World tour with Oasis as our support band.
How do you find the local live scene?
Coogee Diggers with Watussi on Saturday and The Beach Rd Hotel on Sunday.
WITH THE BAND One of this country’s finest guitarists, Steve Edmonds will be performing a solo show at the Amber Ale Hotel this Thursday 7pm, followed by band shows at the Woodport Inn on Friday and Woy Woy Leagues Club on Saturday, both starting at 8.30pm.
WHAT A POR KHUNT! Por Khunt (PR) Productions present the first version of Rhyme Hard at Space Bar (Shark Hotel) on Friday from 10pm. If you love hip hop you will love the performances by Hunter, DJ Vame, PK Crew, Social Change, Dialect, DJ Skeamo One and DJ Skae. Round Two of the event will be held at from 8pm at the Iron Duke Hotel on Saturday, featuring PK Crew, Kerser & Rates, G Tha Devil, DJ Myme and DJ Loudmalph.
Great, we stopped by Sydney last month and saw Leroy MacQueen and The Gussets, they were really sound. Especially impressive was the singer’s ability to deep-throat a whole microphone!
What’s your greatest rock’n’roll moment? Last time we came over east Alex, our drummer, got so drunk he got up in the middle of the night to go to the toilet but ended up walking out of the hotel room and locking himself out. He had to go down to the lobby to get let back in wearing nothing but a pair of underpants. We also drank Johnny Marr’s rider when he was in Perth.
For more info see: myspace.com/thesupermarinespitfires New EP Dead? Good!
Next available at: Friday – World Bar
music
festival
volunteers
The Red Cross save-a-mate (SAM) program is now looking for volunteers for the 2010/11 music festival season.
SAM is a health promotion initiative that aims to educate people on safe partying. Festivals we have attended include: • Homebake • Stereosonic • Creamfields • Good Vibrations • Future Music
You must be: • Over 18 years of age • Fun, friendly and love talking to people • Have an interest in alcohol and drug education • Willing to attend four training sessions
Volunteers are required to assist festival goers by delivering key health messages, distributing resources and supporting chill-out space visitors in a non-judgemental way.
You will receive: • Free entry into festivals (before and after shifts) • Extensive training • Senior First Aid Certificate
APPLY NOW! For an application pack email nswsam@redcross.org.au. Applications close 14th June 2010.
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STEPPING OUT SINGER/SONGWRITER MARK MOLDRE GETS SENTIMENTAL BUT NOT NOSTALGIC, MICHAEL SMITH DISCOVERS.
C KATY STEELE If you could time travel back to any gig in history which would it be and why? Roy Orbison live… anytime, any place.
What movie do you think your music would best accompany and why? Rear Window, because it’s romantic and observant, yet kind of eerie in a way.
What are your plans for the immediate future? And the rest of the year? Immediate plans are to get back home to Australia for a run of solo shows and then back to my new base in New York City to continue writing and start recording for my album. I wanna start playing shows around New York too.
What is your favourite song lyric and why? It’s from Joni Mitchell, “…when you gonna realise they’re just pretty lies?”
Favourite “pick me up for a big night” drink? Tequila.
Favourite hangover cure? Soda water.
For more info see: www.myspace.com/katysteele
When and where are your next gigs? Saturday – Notes
THE FAST & THE GLAMOROUS What’s better than having a good night? Doing it for a good cause of course. Sydney photographer Ian Horncastle is launching his latest exhibition Fast & Glamorous to raise money for Lifeline Suicide prevention. Head to The Woolloomooloo Bay Hotel this Friday and enjoy live music by R&B singer Liena.
JAZZ & BLUES FEST A marathon of jazz is coming to Sydney with a massive 32 hours featuring 35 jazz and blues acts performing over five stages. The 20th annual Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Festival will include headliners James Morrison and his Motown Show, Stan Walker, Harry Manx (Canada), Ash Grunwald, The Strides, D.I.G., Jeff Dugg, Dave Brewer & Lucky Oceans, The
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o-produced with Michael Carpenter and Tim Powles, debut solo album The Waiting Room wasn’t necessarily an album Moldre, whom readers might know better as the voice of Central Coast-based four-piece Hitchcock’s Regret, had initially intended making. “The keyboard player moved to Singapore where he’d got a teaching job,” he explains. “The bass player kind of decided he’d had enough for a while and then just when the [last Hitchcock’s Regret] record [endless_intermission] came out [in 2006], I landed myself in hospital and ended up quite unwell for a good eight months or so. So it kind of just crumbled. Shane [Pex, drummer] and I are still keen on the idea of doing another one, but I guess life got in the way and I thought while there was time, I do a lot of writing by myself, so felt like it was kind of time to do a solo thing.” The aural tapestry across which the 11 songs on the album are draped is remarkably evocative, evidence of the meticulous care taken, by Powles in particular, in piecing it all together. “I obviously wanted it to be different from the Hitchcock stuff, but it’s still a pop album. I think once pen goes to paper and I pick up the guitar, it doesn’t matter how far you try to stray, it always ends up sounding like yourself. It was a pretty long mixing process – it was probably a good year and a half or so of recording and mixing. “A lot of the lyrics did come out of the tail end of my being reasonably unwell, so I guess there’s a sort of melancholy thread that runs through the record.
MARK WILKINSON Your music is…? Acoustic pop/folk.
But more than that, I was feeling quite nostalgic at the time and I wanted to make a record where I was working with a group of my childhood friends and I guess I was looking back to past friendships and things like that, so a lot of the lyrics were drawn from that. It’s hard to balance sometimes making a record that’s lyrically nostalgic but is not sentimental, so I worked on that for quite a while.”
Which acts inspired you to produce your own music and why? Jeff Buckley and David Gray for their emotional and lyrical depth; Diesel and Newton Faulkner for their phenomenal technical skill and live performances; and artists like Dire Straits, Nirvana, Crowded House and Queen because they were always in the CD player growing up.
What’s your wildest ambition for your music?
WHO Mark Moldre
To be able to travel the world and play to audiences who know and enjoy my music.
WHAT The Waiting Room (Yellow Moon/MGM)
Why should we come and see you?
WHEN & WHERE Wednesday, Lizotte’s Newcastle; Saturday, Raval; Sunday, Lizotte’s Kincumber
If you enjoy melodic songs with some heart and depth, these are the style and types of songs I try to write and perform.
How do you find the local live scene?
Hand Big Band, Bob Bertle’s Jazz Syndicate, The Backsliders, Emma Pask, MJ Woodbridge, Uncle Jed, Blues Preachers, Urban Gypsies and more. This free event kicks off Friday night and continues on right through until Sunday.
NEW YEAR’S ATROCITY Sydney death metal outfit Anno Domini have finished recording their debut album, Atrocities, and while they await its release are hitting the road for their first show this year. Taking to The Wall this Friday they’ll be joined by thrashers Rampage, epic/doom outfit Futility and deathcore locals Absolution.
QUEST IS CLOSE The Mean Fiddler’s Quest For Rock competition is getting closer to crunch time this Thursday, with the Australian Institute of Music based trio Mo Randy and indie rock group Eden’s March. It’s happening this Thursday, and the bands are competing for a one-month residency at the venue plus cash and other prizes.
STREET TO STAGE Keeping busy since the release of his debut LP, Empty Vessels, last year, Isaac Graham hits the Coogee Diggers venue this Friday in support of Matheson and Carus Thompson. In a unique fashion, to rehearse for the show he’s been hitting the sidewalk and busking – cost effective.
A FREE GAMBLE Johnny Casino And The Secrets are playing three free shows this week, the first out at Maitland before coming closer to home, at The Oxford Tavern Saturday and the Sandringham Hotel Sunday, where they’ll play three sets from 4pm.
KING’S COMPANY If you want a not-so-heavy end to a big weekend then go see the Kings of Country Show at North Sydney Leagues. This tribute to the big names Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Kenny Rogers is presented by showmen Phillip Bauer, Marion Deaton and Marty Edwards who perform as the aforementioned respectively. The twohour performance starts at 8pm, tickets are $30.
CHANGE IT UP They can’t seem to decide on a name, and from now on The Mansons shall be known as The Tavistocracy. Although technically, it’s a whole new band, just with the same members - if you see what we mean. Playing their first show under this new guise they’ll be at the Sandringham Hotel this Thursday.
TIDE’S IN King Tide will be holding court at the Beach Road Hotel this Thursday – the venue’s usual night for emerging acts. As usual, entry is free.
As always, there is a lot of great talent out there that remains relatively undiscovered. I think there is cause to believe the local scene is picking up though, as there are a number of smaller quality venues opening up.
What’s your greatest rock’n’roll moment? When I was in the UK in 2008 I was lucky enough to record a track with Iestyn Paulson, the producer of White Ladder, one of my all-time favourite albums.
For more info see: markwilkinsonmusic.com myspace.com/markwilkinsonmusic facebook.com/markwilkinsonmusic
Next available at: Friday – The Persian Basement Thursday 27 May – Ravál
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DREAD SKY AT NIGHT Newcastle-based alternative-rock trio Dread Sky are hitting the Newtown RSL this Saturday, taking to the stage at 10pm. The band cite ‘70s punk and early British metal as the main influences on their sound.
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RECOIL Your music is…? Pure heavy metal.
Which acts inspired you to produce your own music and why? Old and new school bands like Opeth, Lamb of God, Metallica, Pantera, Chimaira, Children of Bodom.
What’s your wildest ambition for your music? Our music recognised globally and successful amongst the listeners. Also that it may lead us to create a lifestyle as a successful travelling band.
Why should we come and see you? We put on an amazing live show, the energy levels are always set to 11! You won’t be disappointed!
How do you find the local live scene?
If there’s one certainty in life, it’s that Dave Tice & Mick Evans will be doing their acoustic thing somewhere in Sydney. This Sunday it’s their fortnightly residency at the Tudor Hall Hotel, with the mighty Mick O’Sea on drums.
THE SHOWROOM It’s showdown Sunday at the Lansdowne Hotel this week, kicking off at 1pm with a host of blues/country/folk/ roots acts. Billygoat & The Mongrels, Mo Trowell & The Delivery, The Nice Folk and Iron Bar Hotel will all be playing. Then, from 5pm onwards Dave Anderson, Colleen O’Connell, Jessica Santosa and Mindy & The Serpents take to the stage, the venue, as usual having free entry.
RODGERING KATOOMBA You Am I frontman and Australian pub rock scene icon, Tim Rodgers will be making his way to The Clarendon Katoomba this Saturday, playing a solo show for his troubles.
This week’s Purple Sneakers returns to the Gladstone Hotel on Friday with Lost Valentino’s SVU DJ incarnation leading the way alongside Nick Findlay and Fantomatique. M.I.T and Ben Lucid will also be holding the fort at stages throughout the night.
What’s your greatest rock’n’roll moment?
WHERE THE ATMOSPHERE IS GREAT
For more info see: myspace.com/recoiltheband recoiltheband.com
Next available at: Saturday – Bald Faced Stag
Mother Mars, Black Loop and Life Adjustment Disorder will be providing the live music at the Town And Country Hotel this Friday. Strumming off at 8pm, it costs a mere $7 to get in.
MID-WEEK FREEBIE Wednesday at the Oxford Art Factory Gallery Bar will be
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WITH LUCIUS BORICH OF COG “Massive Attack’s new album, I’m really getting off on that. I think it’s really great. I’m really looking forward to purchasing the new Deftones album, Mastadon’s last album I thought was fantastic, Crack The Skye. Also got hold of Grace Jones’ last album… I think she’s in her early sixties or something. A few things, I don’t really get a lot of time to listen to music because I’m creating a lot of my own.”
SNEAKING AROUND
Always pumping, but we all know it could be more recognised. There should be more of a push towards bands playing with other bands of similar styles instead of these bullshit mixed genre gigs! This is not Big Day Out! Joining the Static-X Tour last year! Played the Metro, met the boys, a really amazing time.
HIGH ROTATION
helmed by Sarakula, Brendan Maclean and Armed Forces, so you can get your indie rock/singer-songwriter fix. Entry is free.
PILLAR OF ROCK Making a name for themselves around the local live venues, Ninth Pillar take to the Lewisham Hotel this Friday, joined by Ramshackle, Mango Stone and Soul Riot.
HOODOO’S IN CHARGE The legendary Hoodoo Gurus take to the Oxford Art Factory, a surprising but fitting choice of venue, this Thursday, as part of their Purity Of Essence tour, and they’ll be joined by The Fumes.
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STANDALONE LUCY LAST YEAR’S UNITED TOUR, SHOWCASING SOME OF THE NATION’S FINEST EMERGING ARTISTS ON THE ONE BILL, PROVED SO SUCCESSFUL IT’S HAPPENING AGAIN. THE NSW COMPONENT, NICOLE BROPHY, CHATS TO MICHAEL SMITH.
MATHESON Your music is…? Overdrive is king, baby! Whether it’s a ballad or a rock number, if you get that tone right, you’re on a winner. We’re a rocky/ballady/country/folky kind of band, so it’s a pretty diverse sound. I mean, we’re not doing jazz fusion or funk. Just good ol’ rockin tunes.
Which acts inspired you to produce your own music and why? Wilco, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Townes Van Zandt, and especially Neil Young. We have always just connected to honest, heartfelt tunes with no bullshit.
What’s your wildest ambition for your music? Just the ability to tour and make records would be enough for us.
Why should we come and see you? There’s no trickery. Just three gents, smartly dressed, thoroughly enjoying playing together.
How do you find the local live scene? Considering the recent issues with liquor licensing and venues having to close down, it seems like people have banded together and have refused to let it die. It’s too important to too many people.
What’s your greatest rock’n’roll moment? We were treated like mini rockstars on the JD Set with the Panics late last year. The whole thing was very surreal and we had some great times and met some awesome people.
For more info see: mathesonband.net.au
Next available at: Friday – Coogee Diggers Saturday – Brass Monkey
BACK FOR MORE After repackaging the album …In A Shoebox Under The Bed, pop rock piano man Nicholas Roy is back out on the road and ready to once again showcase the record. This Friday he’s at the Excelsior Hotel Surry Hills, Saturday The Northern Star Hotel and Sunday the Hotel Gearin Katoomba, all shows supporting Diana Anaid.
KICK ON THROUGH SUNDAY ShowCase Sundays at The Club have arrived and prsent not only live music, but fashion, street art and photography. This week, Canopy Choirs, The Future Prehistoric and The Company make up the live band component while on the DJ front there’s Muzz & Jizz, Dan Cares and So Serious DJs. All this, for $5 from 8pm.
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he first most readers will have seen of singer, songwriter and guitarist Nicole Brophy would have been as one half of Dirty Lucy, though she might also be familiar to Kate Miller-Heidke fans as part of the latter’s backing band since 2008. Now she’s back with her own debut solo EP, Stubborn Love. “Kate’s over in the States taking over the world on tour with Ben Folds and doesn’t know when she’s back, so I thought I’d better be doing something too,” Brophy laughs. “Lucky this came up to keep me off the poverty line! At the end of last year I went down to Melbourne and recorded three of the four songs on the EP in a dance studio in Fitzroy and it was really when this tour came up that made me get it together and finish it.” The reason for travelling down to Melbourne was to hook up with the other half of Dirty Lucy, viola player Jodi Moore, who now lives there with her husband and co-wrote the four songs on the EP. The title track was recorded barely a month ago at drummer/producer – and silent third member of Dirty Lucy – Syd Green’s studio. “After taking a step back from that frontwoman place when Dirty Lucy went on hiatus and working behind the silhouette of Kate Miller-Heidke gave me time to think about what I wanted to do. It’s been an amazing trip touring with Kate and I’ve learnt a lot, played the most amazing gigs – played Hanoi
SHOCK AND AWE Shock To The System at the Annandale Hotel this Sunday is bringing four promising local acts to the fore, with Yell Yell Rebellion, Marillian Avenue, The Hassles and Dusker getting the nod.
MARCHING ON Grand Atlantic are back at the Lansdowne Hotel this Thursday, continuing their tri-state residency with The Virgin Thursdays, Broadway Mile and Skarlet Blue joining the headliners this week.
PRETTY IN PINK Punters getting along to the Lansdowne Hotel this week will be greeted by Pink Industrial Whores, power trio Red Bee, Mother Mars, Defabrica and Comatone. Kicks off at 9pm.
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KEEP COMING THROUGH The Lewisham Hotel will host The Jukebox Zombies, Seek The Silence and Running Bear With Eagle Eye upon its well-used stage this Thursday.
DOWN AT THE LEWO’ This Saturday, Squawk, Deathmaask and Overthrown play the Lewisham Hotel from 2pm before the trademark event Abduction kicks off at 8pm with A Second To Surface, Tear Down The Skies and Never Content.
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30TH HITOUT You can rest assured The Hitmen haven’t gone soft in their middle-age as they celebrating their 30th birthday at the Sandringham Hotel on Friday. Playing two sets with a backdrop of “vintage” footage, support will come from Dead Rabids as well as Bob Short. Buy your ticket early and there’ll be limited edition personalised t-shirt thrown into the bargain. • 80 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
The Mac Hotel has The Liberators and Luke Escombe continue their month-long residencies on Wednesday and Thursday respectively. Then, on Friday The Groove Depot pull in while Robert Susz appears there Saturday.
WELCOME LISSA A new face on the acoustic scene, Lissa Kukura will be launching her folk pop EP this Thursday at Ravál. Amanda K & The Honest Folk
STOLEN AWAY Ali & The Thieves combine jazz, blues and soul into their set, which will be available for your viewing/
for an MTV Exit gig in front of 50,000 people, my rockstar stadium moment!” On the United Tour 2010, Brophy joins Queensland’s Chris Pickering, SA’s Cookie Baker and WA’s Matt Gresham. “It’s like nothing I’ve ever done before. Basically we’re all stage at the same time and everybody backs everyone else and all do a bit of backing vocals and it’s good fun, hearing your songs completely differently to how you recorded them. We’ve all got a different thing going on up there on stage and I think it works really well.” WHO Nicole Brophy WHAT Stubborn Love (Independent) WHEN & WHERE Thursday, Lizotte’s Newcastle; Friday, Clarendon Guest House; Saturday, Heritage Hotel; Sunday, Brass Monkey; Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 May, Raval
CIRCLE PIT
AROUND TOWN WITH ANGELA BERMUDA OF CIRCLE PIT “We played a show at a venue called The Red Rattler, which is in Marrickville, and is a licensed bar but I don’t think it’s a public bar. I know that it’s legal, they have music there, and it’s incredible, it’s so beautiful… I think Sydney really needs spaces like that, it’s such a positive space and it’s encouraging for performers and it’s not corporate, it’s grassroots. But it’s just so well organised, I was really impressed by that place.”
ARIA TOP 10 ALBUMS listening pleasure Wednesday at Ravál. Ben Thatcher has scored the support.
HAZARDS OF LOVE True Love Chaos headline the Sandringham Hotel this Thursday, with The Still Bandits, Pixilated Pirates and Prue Phillips providing support.
THE PRICE IS RIGHT There’s a free event happening at the Gaelic Theatre this Wednesday, with Bellweather Department, Ashliegh Mannix, Braden Evans and Andy Golledge ready to give you more than you paid for.
NOTHING’S STRAIGHT The Crooked Fiddle Band will be headlining the Gaelic Theatre this Thursday for a night that will also witness performances by Captain Kickarse & The Awesomes, Emma Davis and The Lurkers.
FUTURE IS BRIGHT Proclaiming that The Future Is Now, Paper Moon and The Cadres have live sets in store for the Gaelic Theatre audience this Saturday. There’ll also be DJ sets from Joyride and Howling Bells.
YOUNG AND ENERGETIC This Thursday at The Red Rattler, Sketch The Rhyme (the live hip hop gameshow) with Morganics, Nikkita, Redfern City Rockers and DJ Morgs plan to show you just how much life there is in the Sydney hip hop community.
GET PUNK’D Some of the finest punk bands Sydney and surrounds have to offer at the moment are converging on the Lansdowne Hotel this Saturday from 9pm. With Lungs headlining, Surprise Wasp, The Gun Runners, Easy Company and Nice Guys round out the bill.
THE LAST HAUNT Hailing from Port Macquarie and with a sonic disposition that places them close to the likes of Cancer Bats, Foreign Objects finish up their national tour this week, supporting their debut EP, Amongst Ghosts, By The Sea. This Wednesday they’ll be at the Cambridge Hotel, Thursday at Spectrum.
THE MISSION AHEAD Obviously talented but quite inconsistent, comparitive veterans of the Western Sydney pop punk scene, The Mission In Motion have found themselves in the studio once again recording the followup their two previous EPs. This Friday they’re at the Bull N Bush Hotel, Saturday Spectrum and Sunday The Wall for an all ages show. All dates have The Dream The Chase as the support.
1. Recollection K.D. LANG 2. I Dreamed A Dream SUSAN BOYLE 3. Crazy Love MICHAEL BUBLE 4. Iron Man 2 AC/DC 5. My Worlds JUSTIN BIEBER 6. The Fame Monster LADY GAGA 7. On Broadway DAVID CAMPBELL 8. Compass MARK VINCENT 9. You Raise Me Up ANDRE RIEU 10. Glee: The Music: The Power Of Madonn OCR
ARIA TOP 10 AUSTRALIAN ALBUMS AC/DC 1. Iron Man 2 2. David Campbell ON BROADWAY 3. Compass MARK VINCENT 4. Down The Way ANGUS & JULIA STONE 5. Enchanted Way DAVID HOBSON 6. April Uprising THE JOHN BUTLER TRIO 7. Live: The Onstage Collection TINA ARENA 8. Hazardous VANESSA AMOROSSI 9. Golden Rule POWDERFINGER 10. Calling Me Home SARA STORER
ITUNES TOP 10 SONGS 1. Airplanes (feat. Hayley Williams) B.O.B 2. OMG (feat Will.I.Am) USHER 3. California Gurls (feat Snoop Dogg) KATY PERRY 4. Break Your Heart TAIO CRUZ 5. We Speak No Americano YOLANDA BE COOL & DCUP 6. Nothin’ On You (feat. Bruno Mars) B.O.B 7. Your Love Is My Drug KE$HA 8. Hey, Soul Sister TRAIN 9. Just Say So (feat. Kevin Rudolf) BRIAN MCFADDEN LADY GAGA 10. Alejandro
ITUNES TOP TEN MUSIC VIDEOS 1. Eenie Meenie SEAN KINGSTON & JUSTIN BIEBER 2. Not Myself Tonight CHRISTINA AGUILERA 3. Telephone (feat. Beyonce) LADY GAGA 4. OMG (feat Will.I.Am) USHER 5. Baby JUSTIN BIEBER & LUDACRIS 6. Mr Mysterious VANESSA AMOROSE & SEANY B 7. Just Say So BRIAN MCFADDEN & KEVIN RUDOLPH 8. One Time JUSTIN BIEBER 9. Baby JUSTIN BIEBER 10. If We Ever Meet Again TIMBALAND & KATY PERRY
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THURSDAY SURPRISE
BIRTHDAY BOYS
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he Meanies are widely regarded as an important part of the underground music scene for many years now. Playing this Saturday at the Annandale Hotel to celebrate their 21st birthday, Drum asked bassist Wally Meanie (AKA Roderick Kempton) about the band’s top five highlights for the journey so far.
with a great team of people at Dogboy Films (now The Pound), obtaining overseas contacts and record releases and then tours, who knew that was gonna happen? Being one of the first ever Aussie indie/punk acts to be touring Japan, being in Spain and discovering you have a huge following there, how did that happen?
“It hasn’t been so much a journey, more of a trip. It’s actually quite a hard question to answer, How can you possibly bring 21 years into a top five? Could anyone, at their own 21st, pinpoint their top five moments in their existence thus far? I think not. Unless they’d been as dull as dishwater up to that point of course…
Making lots of great friends in lots of different parts of the world, playing with other like minded souls from here and abroad, seeing a lot of your own country and then America, UK, Europe, Japan. Scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef, white water rafting in Japan, going to gridiron and baseball games in the states, checking out castles and stone circles in the Scottish highlands.
Great moments include the gigs, the multitude of recording sessions, the many and varied interstate trips, the amazing amount of vinyl and CD releases, photo shoots, working with Bruce Milne, making videos
And then of course there’s what’s still to come – our 21st birthday gigs in each capital city, another European tour later this year, the bang! Record release in Spain of The Meanie Of Life for the first
This Thursday, the Exchange Hotel’s weekly excuse to call in sick to wherever you’re supposed to be Friday, Hot Damn, kicks off at Spectrum once again. One of Sydney’s most intriguing punk outfits, Surprise Wasp have the headline slot while The Gun Runners and The Foreign Objects join in the fun. Following the bands’ sets the DJs and debauchery kick on across QBar and 34B.
time on vinyl, an album of covers that we’re doing called Sounds Like Them, coupled with a meanies tribute album called Sounds Like Us and a brand new 7” single out soon called Gravity, not to mention another newie available online in a few months. I really wanna see that meanies tribute band from Sydney play sometime…” WHO The Meanies WHEN & WHERE Saturday, The Annandale Hotel
ALL NEW SOUNDS Trash at the Agincourt Hotel will this week feature Dakota Court, Vanity Riots and Why God Why, while the regular DJS and Basement level will be in full voice.
KICK ON, MY SONS Maylene And The Sons Of Disaster are holding their official afterparty at Club Blink at the Agincourt Hotel this Friday, where they’ll also be playing a guest DJ set. Before that, expect live sets from Never Content, To The Grave and The Turning Tide.
WESTERN HYPE This week’s Upstarts at Spectrum is notable for the inclusion of Western Australia’s Pond on Wednesday. The band have plenty of people talking about them, and look to live up to a quickly expanding reputation alongside Sister Jane and DJ Count Doyle.
SEASON OF FEAR Melbourne’s The Big Scary will be launching their brand new single, Autumn, this Friday at Spectrum. The band, who you might catch again in the near future as they’ve scored the support slot for Midlake’s Splendour sideshows, will be joined by up and comers Cabins as well as Cameras.
COLD AS SOUL Cold Chisel’s Ian Moss hits the road this week, playing tracks from his back catalogue and new album, Soul On West 53rd. Wednesday through Friday he’s at the Brass Monkey, merely the first instalment of what is quite an extensive tour.
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NON-STOP JAZZ One of Sydney’s premier jazz venues, 505 once again has a week’s worth of entertainment. On Tuesday The Darts & The Denominators kick things off with the Scott Dinkler Drub Trio arriving Wednesday, Newyorkio Thursday, Miss Little and The Rescue Ships Friday and Bernie McGann Saturday. Come Monday, then Hunter/ Keegan/Mannell Organ Trio play Monday and then Tuesday 25 it’s the Tim Clarkson Trio.
KICKING ALONG Thursday nights at the World Bar, Teenage Kicks will this week feature The Vines DJs, El Mariachi, Nik V and Johnny Segment spinning tracks from 8pm Thursday.
SATURDAY NIGHT’S ALRIGHT The World Bar’s Saturday night get down and party, Wham!, has James Taylor leading the way from behind the decks this week. With a whole host of other samplers, expect the likes of Kato, Klaus Hill, Levins, Ben Morris, Illya, Discopunx, Adam Lance and more.
ESSENTIAL VIEWING Tame Impala Solitude Is Bliss The first video from the Western Australian band’s debut album, InnerSpeaker, is one of the best video clips this year. A post-apocalyptic setting, a man out of his mind, the struggle through crowds, not only is it a good visualisation of our pent-up aggression, it’s just a really well put together video. They even get away with a bit of assumed animal cruelty. Directed by Megaforce. http://vimeo.com/11511191 • 82 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
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IN SONG AND ON PAPER
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obert Forster, a founding member of The Go-Betweens, renowned internationally for his brilliance in songwriting has also, in recent years, made a name for himself in critical writing. Indeed, after jumping in to write for The Monthly, quite unexperienced, he picked up the Pascall Prize. As a guest of the Sydney Writer’s Festival, Forster will perform solo Friday at the Sydney Theatre, and Drum asked him a few questions about the upcoming show. Is the show going to differ much from a ‘regular’ solo gig? I don’t do ‘regular’ solo shows. This is the second time I have done a solo show in the last ten years. It is all new to me. Do you have a very different mindset when writing lyrics to when you’re writing an essay, for example? It is a different form, lyrics to prose, so it is a different approach. What is common is intent – to communicate and say something fresh. And I hope there is something of a poetic sensibility to what I do, that then spreads over whatever form I am writing in.
FUTURE SCARES Following the release of their second album (and return to form) Oozevoodoo, The Scare have more or less finished the touring cycle for that record, with the band playing at the Beach Road Hotel this Wednesday, alongside Rushcutters, as part of The Filth’s weekly residency at the venue, the whole thing with free entry.
DIRTY AS EVER Now an absolutely indespensible aspect of Sydney’s live scene, the folks at The Filth recently moved to a new venue, The Ivanhoe Hotel. After a succesful launch a few weeks ago, this Friday they’ll be marking their fifth visit to the venue, with Meow Kapow, Delta Riggs
What inspires you to write these days, and has it changed much from earlier in your career? The magic of creating a song will always hold. It is hard to compare writing now to when I was 22. I am more relaxed with what I do which comes from age and having already written a body or work that I think is good. Lyrically I am still writing about what is around me. Things that are close. It’s been a while since we’ve seen you in Sydney. What’ve you been up to and what’s on the horizon? A film. A book. A ballet. A magazine. A farm. An art gallery. A new record one day.
and the Bell Weather Department poviding the soundtrack for the night.
KNOW YOUR STUFF Dust Tones at the Beach Road Hotel will host the album launch from Nick Knowledge while Mathmatics and Mike Who are also booked in to perform. Kudos has to go the the folks behind the night, Sydney’s hip hop scene would be much poorer without it.
KEEP IT LIVE Tuesday Night Live at the Beach Road Hotel, an acoustic/ folk singer-songwriter showcase, this week boasts Alien Zoo, A Life Less Cruel and The Ruby Wilde Resurrection kicking off the venue’s week in music.
DAN SULTAN
GIG OF THE WEEK
EXIT STRATEGY
Rising star Dan Sultan and his band will be at Wollongong UniBar on Wednesday as he tours the nation promoting his latest album, Get Out While You Can. The tour continues onto the Bar On The Hill Thursday, the Manning Bar Friday and the University of Canberra’s Refectory. Gin Wigmore and The Hello Morning (solo) have the supports.
FAMILY TIES Power blues guitarist and singer Kevin Borich and son and drummer with Cog Lucius Borich make up Borich x Borich, playing their last family show for a while, at the Dee Why RSL on Saturday with veteran Harry Brus on bass.
FEELING LUCKY, PUNKS? The Lucky Oz Tavern, which has become one of Sydney’s most dilligent all age venues, is at it again this week, with As Silence Breaks, Allay The Sea, Daisetta, Hunt The Hunted, Tear Down The Skies, Ambush In Waco, Aftermath and When Horizons Fall from 5.40pm on the Saturday. Come Sunday, For All Eternity, Creations, Kings Of Stars, The Ocean The Sky, Revival Ashore, There Goes The Sky, Hudson State and Stand For The Fallen.
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AAMAZING ENTERTAINMENT KARAOKE: Penrith Htl DELILAH SINGS W/ THE BOB GEBERT TRIO: Goldfish, Kings Cross ENSPIER, GONE BY TEN, GLASS CHAIN, ONE WAY BACK, JOSH MCIVOR: Albion Htl IAN BLAKENEY: Dee Why RSL ITALIAN NIGHT: Caves Beach Htl JAMES VALENTINE SUPPERCLUB, AMANDA THOMAS: Golden Sheaf MANDI JARRY: Opera Bar MICK VAWDON: Observer Htl NEVER ENDING CRISIS, JUKEBOX ZOMBIES, THE FATALS: Manly Fishos NIGHTS IN MUMBAI, MKF, LIFE ON TOP OF HYDE PARK: The Basement PETER HEAD: Harbourview Htl PHIL SPILLER: Artichoke Café Manly POP PANIC, KARAOKE, DJ SHIPWRECK, NUDE, DAIGO: World Bar Kings X SIMON CARTER: Cafe Lounge, Surry Hills SIMPLY BUSHED: Heathcote Hotel STEVE TONGE: O’Malleys Kings X THE DARTS, THE DENOMINATORS: 505, 280 Cleveland St Surry Hills THEY CALL ME BRUCE: Maloney’s Hotel tuesday NIGHT LIVE feat…, ALIEN ZOO, A WORLD LESS CRUEL, THE RUBY WILDE RESURRECTION: Beach Rd Htl Bondi
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ALI & THE THIEVES, BEN THATCHER: Raval BAILEY & KEUPPER: The Vanguard CATCH 22: Scruffy Murphys CLUB CUBANO, CALLE SALSA: Lewisham Htl DAN SPILLANE, MARK DA COSTA: Orient Htl DAN SULTAN BAND, GIN WIGMORE, THE HELLO MORNING: UniBar, Wollongong DAN SULTAN BAND: Wollongong Uni DAVID AGIUS DUO: Ettamogah Htl DAVID MARK, RUBY FOR LUCY, VIOLET BRIDGE: Excelsior Surry Hills EVERGREEN TERRACE, CASEY JONES, DROPSAW, PHANTOMS: Factory Theatre GEMMA: Observer Htl GIN WIGMORE:
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Wollongong City Diggers GLEN CARDIER: The Basement HARRIETT LITTLESMITH: Belmont 16ft Sailing Club IAN MOSS: Brass Monkey ITALIAN NIGHT: Caves Beach Htl JAGER UPRISING PRESENTS…, ELECTRIC ELEMENTS CREW, BLONDE SOVEREIGN, DRIFTWOOD DRONES, JEREMY HARRISON: Annandale Htl JOEL SARAKULA, BRENDAN MACLEAN: Oxford Art Factory, Gallery JOHN GLOVER, TENZIN, HERE’S TROUBLE, CASSIAN, U-GO-BE, STEVE FRANK, MISTAH CEE, NAIKI, KAVI-R: Eastern Hotel, Bondi Junction JP DUO: O’Malleys Kings X LUCY SASSOON: Dee Why RSL MARTY STEWART: Rocksia Hotel, Arncliffe MATS LIEBORG: Mean Fiddler Htl MITCH FINGERS: Maloney’s Hotel MONESQUE: Artichoke Café Manly MUSOS CLUB GRAND OPENING SUNDAY SPECTACULAR: The Wall (The Bald Faced Stag) OPEN MIC NIGHT: Excelsior Glebe POND: Spectrum SCOTT TINKLER DRUB TRIO: 505, 280 Cleveland St Surry Hills SOLSKYR, MAYDAY WAY HEY, Found At Sea: Sandringham Htl TENIELLE MUSLIN: Opera Bar THE FOREST FOLK, HEY MAVERICK: Hampshire Hotel, Camperdown THE SCARE, RUSHCUTTERS: Beach Rd Htl Bondi THE UNEXPECTED: 3 Wise Monkeys THE WALL: World Bar Kings X THEY CALL ME BRUCE: Coogee Bay Htl TRIVIA: Vineyard Htl TWISTED TRIVIA WITH JIM OVEREND: Wallsend Sporties YOURSPACE MUSO SHOWCASE, DROP TANK, HANDSOME LIL SONS II, VICTA, FEICK’S DEVICE, EDIE LOT & THE LAST SHOT, YU SI LIU, STEVEN RIVERS, EMAD YOUNAN: Town Hall Htl, Newtown
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A LIST COMEDY, GARY ECK, PHIL CORNWALL, SAM MCCOOL: Q Station, Manly AAMAZING ENTERTAINMENT KARAOKE: Penrith Htl ABUKA: Opera Bar ANDY MAMMERS DUO: Maloney’s Hotel ANGEL TOWN:
TIM FREEDMAN: THURSADAY 20, FRIDAY 21, SATURDAY 22, THE VANGUARD Artichoke Café Manly ARKESTRA, WHIPPED CREAM CHARGERS, THE PREACHERS: Oxford Art Factory, Gallery AUSTRALIAN MUSIC CO-OP: Gaelic Club BIFFY CLYRO: Metro CAMBO: Observer Htl CLOUD CONTROL: Harp Htl COMEDY TRIVIA WITH JIM OVEREND: The Mark Hotel DAN SULTAN BAND: Newcastle Uni DAVID AGIUS: Northies Cronulla Htl DEE DONOVAN, GROOVEWORKS: Revesby Workers DOLLSHAY: Edinburgh Castle Htl GARY JOHNS: Novotel - Brewery Bar, Olympic Park HANNAH GIBBS, NIC MCLEAN, NIC SCALI, MARC JARVIN: The Gaff, Darlinghurst HOODOO GURUS, THE FUMES: Oxford Art Factory, Live Art Space HOT DAMN!: Spectrum JOEL SARAKULA: Hotel Chambers, Sydney JOHN HILL: Dee Why RSL JP: Exchange Hotel, Townsville LANIE LANE: Macquarie Htl Surry Hills LISSA KUKURA, AMANDA K & THE HONEST FOLK: Raval MICHAEL MCGLYNN: Greengate Htl MICHAEL PETER: Albion Place Htl MUDDY FEET: Jannali Inn MUSOS CLUB JAM NIGHT: Carousel Inn Rooty Hill NEWYORIKO: 505, 280 Cleveland St Surry Hills PETER HEAD: Harbourview Htl POPHEADS: Erskineville Htl SARAH PATON: O’Malleys Kings X SCOTT DONALDSON: Campbelltown Catholic Club
SINGLED OUT: 3 Wise Monkeys SKYSCRAPER: Miranda Htl SOUNDS LIKE TWO: Coogee Bay Htl SUPERHEROES & VILLAIN PARTY FEAT., AGENT CREW, THE MY TYS, AKA: UniBar, Wollongong TALK OF THE TOWN: Wallsend Sporties TALL TAILS, THE TEMPERAMENTAL POCKET: The Chilli Lounge Wyong TEENAGE KICKS, THE VINES DJ’S, EL MARIACHI, NIK V, JOHNNY SEGMENT: World Bar Kings X TEKNOFEAR, THE CONSPIRACY PLAN, STEEL CITY ALLSTARS, LIBERTY COUNTY: The Wall (The Bald Faced Stag) THE CHARLTONS, HARVEY SWAGGER BAND, OSCAR: Excelsior Surry Hills THE CONTINENTAL BLUES PARTY: Funky Cafe, Newtown THE DONOVANS: Orient Htl TIANN WILLIAMS, DOUG WILLIAMS: The Basement TIM FREEDMAN, LUCIE THORNE: The Vanguard TIM ROGERS: Transit Bar ACT TONE DEFEAT, 6 X BANDS: Annandale Htl TONY WILLIAMS: PJ Gallaghers Parramatta TRUE LOVE CHAOS, THE STILL BANDITS, PIXILATED PIRATES, PRUE PHILIPS: Sandringham Htl TVPARTY 4, WIFEY, THE DELTA RIGGS, VIRGO RISING, JOHN SONG, THE PASQUAL BLACK MELT: Melt Bar Kings X URTHBOY, MANTRA: Mona Vale Hotel URTHBOY: Mona Vale Htl VITAMIN RECORDS, KING TIDE: Beach Rd Htl Bondi
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Jacksons on George ACCA DACCA-AC/DC SHOW: Blacktown Workers ANDREW BURKE: Artichoke Café Manly ANDY MAMMERS DUO: Jewells Tavern Newcastle ANNO DOMINI, RAMPAGE, FUTILITY, ABSOLUTION: Bald Faced Stag ARMCHAIR TRAVELLERS: Club Riverside Wyong BACK 2 ROCK: Iron Horse Htl Cardiff BARRY LEEF: The Basement BE BOP A LULA: Wallsend Sporties BEN FINN TRIO: Peachtree Htl Penrith BIG SCARY, CABINS, CAMERAS: Spectrum BIG WAY OUT: Crows Nest Club BLISS BOMBS: Coogee Bay Htl CHRIS ORCHARD: Kareela Golf Club CHRISTINA CROFTS: Astor Htl Goulburn CLUB BLINK feat., NEVER CONTENT, FLATLINE DRAMA, THE TURNING TIDE: Agincourt Htl CM4: Cronulla RSL COMEDY TRIVIA WITH JIM OVEREND: The Mark Hotel DAN SULTAN, GIN WIGMORE, THE HELLO MORNING: Manning Bar Syd Uni DANIEL ARVIDSON: Muree Golf Club DANIEL LISSING DUO, FUNKSTAR: Crows Nest Htl DAVE WHITE DUO: Mona Vale Hotel DAVID AGIUS DUO: Hillside Htl Castle Hill DELTA RIGGS: Ivanhoe Manly DETROIT: Bull & Bush DI SOLOMON: Parramatta RSL DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, MAYLENE & THE SONS OF DISASTER, PERIPHERY: Metro DJ: Mounties Club Mt Pritchard DJ EXPRESS: Forbes Hotel DRAGON:
Lizottes, Kincumber DYNAMIC DUO: The Point Bowling Club ED PATRICK DUO: Mean Fiddler Htl ENDLESS SUMMER BEACH PARTY: St Marys Leagues ENDLESS SUMMER BEACH PARTY: St Marys RSL EPICURE, SAILMAKER, DAVE ANDERSON: Annandale Htl FLAMIN’ BEAUTIES: Mortdale Htl FOURPLAY, + GUESTS: Notes, Newtown FUNKY MUNKY: Warners at the Bay FUTURE IS NOW: Gaelic Club GAMEBOY FRIDAYS, THE GAMEBOYS, HANSOM, CALLING IN SICK: Kit & kaboodle, Kings Cross GARY JOHNS: Novotel - Brewery Bar, Olympic Park GOT IT COVERED: Albion Htl HAPPY HIPPIES: Bidwill Htl HARMONIC 313: 202 Broadway HIP NOT HOP: Campbelltown Club Htl HITMEN, DEAD RABIDS: Sandringham Htl HOODOO GURUS, THE FUMES: Oxford Art Factory, Live Art Space HORNET: Belmore Htl Newcastle IAN MOSS: Brass Monkey IGNITION: 3 Wise Monkeys INSTANT REPLAY: East Hills Htl, East Hills ISAAC GRAHAM, CARUS THOMPSON, MATHESON: Coogee Diggers JACKS IN BLACK: Richmond Club JAMIE MARTEN: Caves Beach Htl JEFF ADAMS: Oasis on Beamish JEFF DUFF TRIO, MAX: Dee Why RSL JELLYFISH: Avoca Bowling Club JENIQUA: Kirribilli Htl JJ DUO: Maroubra Junction Htl JOEY & THE BOY: Revesby Workers JOHN GLOVER, TENZIN, HERE’S TROUBLE, CASSIAN, U-GO-BE, STEVE
FRANK, MISTAH CEE, KAVI-R: Eastern Hotel, Bondi Junction JOHNNY CASINO & THE SECRETS: Grand Junction Htl Maitland JP: Exchange Hotel, Townsville KEEP THE FAITH BON JOVI SHOW: Scruffy Murphys KIRK BURGESS: Chatswood RSL LAWRENCE BAKER: PJ Gallaghers Drummoyne LISTEN HEAR, DJ HUWSTON: Raval LIVE BAND FROM 10.30, DJS LEVEL 1 FROM 9.30: Marlborough Htl LOOSE BAZOOKA: Lemon Tree Passage Bowling Club MARK WILKINSON: Persian Basement MARTY WORRALL TRIO: Newcastle City Hall MATS LIEBORG, DJ JARRED BAKER, TENZIN, KNICKERS, BOBBY DAZZLER: Mean Fiddler Htl MATT PRICE: Collingwood Htl MEL’S KARAOKE: Cessnock Supporters Club MIKE SILVER, JEDDY ROWLAND: Cohibar MISS LITTLE, THE RESCUE SHIPS: 505, 280 Cleveland St Surry Hills MP2: Empire Bay Tavern MUM, DIRTY SECRETS, RADIO NATIONAL, THE SPITFIRES, RED INK, THE PREACHERS, SIMO SOO, HEY FEVER, MONII: World Bar Kings X NICK KNOWLEDGE (ALBUM LAUNCH), MATHMATICS, MIKE WHO: Beach Rd Htl Bondi NIGHTSHIFT: Moorebank Sports Club NINTH PILLAR, RAMSHACKLE, MANGO STONE, SOUL RIOT: Lewisham Htl NOVA TONE: St Marys Band Club OCTIVE: Key Largo Bar PETE: North Sydney Anzac Club PURPLE SNEAKERS feat., SVU, M.I.T VS BENLUCID, NICK FINDLAY, SEABAS: Gladstone Htl RACHEL LANG, RECKLESS: Orient Htl REASONS 2B CHEERFUL: Narrabeen Sands REBECCA JOHNSON BAND: Penrith RSL RECOIL, OVERTHROWN, KHARGISH: The Chilli Lounge Wyong RED HOT NUMBERS: Matraville Htl RHYME HARD, HUNTER, DJ VAME,
SOCIAL CHANGE, DIALECT, DJ SKEAMO, ONE, DJ SKAE: Shark Htl RICHIE BRANCO: O’Malleys Kings X ROB HENRY, SARAH PATON: Observer Htl ROCK SOLID: MJ Finnegans Newcastle RUSHCUTTER: Front Gallery, Canberra SAM & JAMIE SHOW: Woolloomooloo Bay Htl SATELLITE: @ Newtown SIDEBURN: Windsor Castle Htl Newcastle SKYSCRAPER: Vineyard Htl SOSUEME PRESENTS…, NABOO DJ SET (MIGHTY BOOSH(, JOYRIDE, ALISON WONDERLAND, ELAINE BENES, DAMIEN CRANGLE, ROGERS ROOM, MAX SMART, COITUS INTERRUPTOUS: Q Bar Darlinghurst SOUL TATTOO: Penshurst RSL STEREOHEROES, VENGEANCE, MOONCHILD, MINDGUTTER: Candys Apartment STICKY FINGERS, MASSEMA: Oxford Art Factory, Gallery SYDNEY’S OLD KOOL NIGHT: Watershed Htl Darling Harbour THE CASINO RUMBLERS, THE VEEBEES, THE MANIC PISTOLEROS: Hamilton Stattion Htl THE CASTAWAYS DUO: Matraville RSL THE CORONAS: Factory Theatre THE CRUISERS: Belmont 16ft Sailing Club THE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE: Enmore Theatre THE POD BROTHERS ENGINE: Engadine RSL THE SHY GUYS: East Leagues THE WANDERERS DUO: Windang Bowling Club THE WAVES: Harbord Beach Htl THEODORE, PARAPLUIE: Manly Fishos TIM FREEDMAN, LUCIE THORNE: The Vanguard TIM PRINGLE: Quakers Inn TIM ROGERS: Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre TIM SHAW: PJ Gallaghers Parramatta TIME MACHINE: Penrith Gaels TONI ALLAYLIS, JAMES GREENING, MARCELLO MAIO, JUNICHI SHIOMI, GIORGIO ROJAS, SANDRO BUENO, RAFAEL HORA: Qirkz TOUR DE FORCE: Central Coast Leagues TWO MINDS TRIO: Maroubra RSL UNMARKED: Crown Hotel Motel, Camden VAN SERENO: Clovelly Htl
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18 - 24 MAY 2010 VENUS TRIO: Ettamogah Htl VIAGRO: Long Jetty Htl WILDCATZ: Wentworthville Leagues ZEROS: Bizzos - Caringbah
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0.583333333: Miranda RSL 3RD TIME LUCKY: Woronora River RSL AAMAZING ENTERTAINMENT KARAOKE: Penrith Htl ACCA DACCA-AC/DC SHOW: Shellharbour Workers A-LA-CARTE: Riverwood Inn ALEX: Albion Place Htl ALMOST FAMOUS: Wentworthville Leagues ARBITERS OF COOL, DAUNO MARTINEZ, VICTOR VALDES, + SPECIAL GUESTS: Junktique, Glebe ARMCHAIR TRAVELLERS: St George Motor Boat Club BACK TO THE 80’S: Bull & Bush BACK TO THE 80’S: Manly Warringah Leagues Club BATHURST CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: All Saints Cathedral, Bathurst BEATNIX: Blacktown RSL BEATNIX: Penrith Panthers BEN FINN DUO: Northies Cronulla Htl BERNIE MCGANN QUARTET: 505, 280 Cleveland St Surry Hills BLACK MAGIC DUO: Club Liverpool BLUE BOSSA: Coogee Bay Htl BLUE MOON QUARTET: Fairfield RSL BORICH X BORICH, THE DONOVANS, RAOUL & FLOYD, BILLY & I: Dee Why RSL CHAMPAGNE: Collaory Beach Services CLOUD CONTROL: East Brunswick Club DAMIEN: The Mark Hotel DAN KELLY: Great Northern Byron Bay DARREN JOHNSTONE: Crown Hotel Motel, Camden DAVE ANDERSON, COLLEEN O’CONNELL, JESSICA SANTOSA, MINDY & THE SERPANTS: Lansdowne Htl
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DAVE ANDERSON, COLLEEN O’CONNELL, JESSICA SANTOSA, MINDY & THE SERPENTS: Town Hall Htl, Newtown DAVE WHITE: Woolloomooloo Bay Htl DAVID AGIUS DUO: Peachtree Htl Penrith DIRTY DEEDS - AC/DC SHOW: Epping Htl DIRTY DEEDS - AC/DC SHOW: Tracks, Epping Htl DJ, HOW BIZARRE: Mounties Club Mt Pritchard DJ LENNO, ALADDIN ROYAAL: Jacksons on George DJ’S FROM 10PM: Watershed Htl Darling Harbour DOUBLE TROUBLE: Parramatta RSL DRAGON: Lizottes, Newcastle DYNAMIC DUO: Kareela Golf Club FABULOUS RUMBULATORS: Opera Bar FINN: Albion Htl FIXX8: East Leagues FRANKY VALENTYN: Ettamogah Htl FUNKSTAR: Marble Bar Hilton Htl GEMMA: Sir Joseph Banks Hotel GOT IT COVERED: Appin Htl GRAND THEFT AUDIO, DJ SONIC: Belmore Htl Newcastle GTS: St George Masonic Club HEATH BURDELL: Clovelly Htl HOORAY FOR EVERYTHING: Courthouse Htl HORNET: MJ Finnegans Newcastle IGUANA: Windsor Castle Htl Newcastle INFUNKTIOUS: Exchange Hotel JACK YOUNG: The Belvedere Htl JANET SEIDEL: Cosmopolitan Café, Double Bay JIMMY BEAR, WHITE BROS: Orient Htl JOHN MACKIE, YUKI KUMAGAI, MILLENNIUM BUG: Penrith RSL JOHN ROWLES: Dapto Leagues JOHNNY CASINO & THE SECRETS: Oxford Tavern JP: Richmond Club JUNGLE KINGS: Club Five Dock KATY STEELE, MARK LANG: Notes, Newtown
URTHBOY: THURSDAY 20, MONA VALE HTL, SATURDAY 22, CARRINGBAH BIZZOS KEEP THE FAITH BON JOVI SHOW: South Leagues Club KIRK BURGESS: Picton Htl KRISTY LEE: Penrith Gaels LANIE LANE: Cambridge Htl Newcastle LATIN COMPANY: Grand Htl Kiama LATIN GUITARS: Sydney Cricket Ground LIVE BAND FROM 10.30, DJS LEVEL 1 FROM 9.30: Marlborough Htl LOVE THAT HAT: Belmont 16ft Sailing Club LUKE DIXON TRIO: Waterworks Htl, Botany LUKE ROBINSON: Surf Rock Htl Collaroy LUNGS, THE GUN RUNNERS, SURPRISE WASP, EASY COMPANY, NICE GUYS: Landsdowne Hotel MARK DA COSTA: 3 Wise Monkeys MARK MOLDRE, TALL TAILS, MIKE MCCARTHY: Raval MARK TRAVERS: PJ Gallaghers Parramatta MARTYS PLACE: Cronulla RSL MATS LIEBORG, DAVE MONTGOMERY, ROB BRIZZI: Mean Fiddler Htl MATT JONES DUO: Cabramatta Bowling Club MATT ROBERTS, MIKE SILVER: Cohibar METALLICA: Steyne Htl Manly MIGUEL GEORGE, LADY LYRIC: The Basement MUM’S WORST NIGHTMARE: Beach Rd Htl Bondi NICHOLAS ROY, DIANA ANAID: Northern Star Htl
Newcastle NIGHTSHIFT: R.G.McGees, Richmond ONE, TWO MANY, BEFORE THE LIGHTS, SKY SQUADRON, Chasing Amy, ONE MINUTE OF LIVING: The Chilli Lounge Wyong PAUL SUN, MONIQUE LYSIAK, MATT LAMB: Kirribilli Art & Design Markets PAUL SUN, JOHN BLENKHORN: Well Connected Cafe Glebe POCKETS, BORDER THIEVES: Oxford Art Factory, Gallery REBECCA JOHNSON BAND: Terrey Hills Tavern RECOIL: The Wall (The Bald Faced Stag) RHYME HARD 2, PK CREW, KERSER & RATES, G THA DEVIL, DJ MYME, DJ LOUDMALPH: Iron Duke Htl Alexandria RITUAL, TEEZ, SMS, SMOKIN JOE MEKHAEL, FILTH FIASCO, SLAPPIN’ PLASTIC, & MORE: Candys Apartment ROB HENRY DUO: Harbord Beach Htl ROCK STAR: Cock & Bull RUSHCUTTER: Lakeview Htl, Merimbula SARAH REEVE: Artichoke Café Manly SIANNA LEE, FERGUS BROWN, THE PRAYER CIRCLE: Excelsior Surry Hills SINGLED OUT: Regents Park Bowling Club SO WHAT - THE PINK SHOW: Ingleburn RSL SOUL DEEP: Matraville RSL SOUL KNIGHTS: Crows Nest Htl STEVE BALBI: Brewhouse Pub Marayong STEVE TONGE, JOE MOORE: Observer Htl
SUSAN GAI DOWLING: Jazushi Restaurant Surry Hills SWIVELHEAD, BLACK ACID FLASHBACKS, WORMHOLES EXIST, UPSIDE DOWN MISS JANE: Sandringham Htl TAHIR, PHIL CORNWALL, SAM MCCOOL: Towradgi Beach Htl THE CASINO RUMBLERS, THE VEEBEES, THE MANIC PISTOLEROS: The Basement ACT THE CONTINENTAL BLUES PARTY: Macquarie Htl Surry Hills THE DREAD SKY, NO PEACE FOR CHARLIE, INTRIA: @ Newtown THE GENERATORS: Carousel Inn Rooty Hill THE GHOSTS, PAPER MOONS, THE CADRES, CONVAIRE, HOWLING BELLS DJ’S: Gaelic Club THE MEANIES, STUMBLIN’ JESUS MOSQUITO, LIFE ADJUSTMENT DISORDER, THE TURPS: Annandale Htl THE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE: Enmore Theatre THE POD BROTHERS: Stoned Crow, Crows Nest THE RE-MAINS: Grand Junction Htl Maitland THE RETRO ROCKETS: Warners at the Bay TIM FREEDMAN, LUCIE THORNE: The Vanguard TIM ROGERS: The Clarendon Guesthouse, Katoomba TONY WILLIAMS: PJ Gallaghers Drummoyne TRASH SATURDAYS,
DAKOTA COURT, VANITY RIOTS, WHY GOD WHY: Agincourt Htl TUCAN: Cessnock Supporters Club TURISAS, DEAD LETTER OPENER, BELAKTOR: Factory Theatre TWO GOOD REASONS: Lemon Tree Passage Bowling Club TWO MINDS TRIO: Mercantile Htl URTHBOY, MANTRA: Bizzos - Caringbah VENUS TRIO: Maloney’s Hotel WAYNE PEARCE & THE BIG HITTERS: Bayview Tavern WHAM!, JAMES TAYLOR, KATO, KLAUS HILL, LEVINS, BEN MORRIS, ILLYA, DISCOPUNX, ADAM LANCE: World Bar Kings X WHEN HORIZONS FALL, AFTERMATH, AMBUSH IN WACO, TEARS DOWN THE SKIES, HUNT THE HAUNTED, DAISETTA, ALLAY THE SEA, AS SILENCE BREAKS: Lucky Australian Tavern Sydney WILDCATZ: Cronulla Bowling Club ZOLTAN: Revesby Heights ExServices
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AAMAZING ENTERTAINMENT KARAOKE: Penrith Htl AARON HOOD: Murray’s Brewery A-LIVE: Macarthur Tavern Campbelltown BENN GUNN: Oatley Hotel BILLYGOAT & THE MONGRELS, MO TROWELL & THE DELIVERY, THE NICE FOLK, IRON BAR HOTEL: Lansdowne Htl BILLYGOAT & THE MONGRELS, MO TROWELL C & THE DELIVERY, THE NICE FOLK, IRON BAR
HOTEL: Town Hall Htl, Newtown BLACK DIAMOND HEART CLUB: Woolloomooloo Bay Htl BLUES SUNDAYS: Artichoke Café Manly BRIAN CHASE, SETH MISTERKA: The Vanguard CALIFORNICATIONRHCP SHOW: Heathcote Hotel CAMBO, ROB HENRY, MIKE BENNETT: Observer Htl CAVAN TE, DJ DADDYJAZZ: Opera Bar CHASING EDEN, MATTY EFFIN MORRISON, SCARLET’S REVENGE: Sandringham Htl DAN SPILLANE: Coogee Bay Htl DAVE WHITE DUO, SAM & JAMIE SHOW: Northies Cronulla Htl DJ FROM 3-6PM, SKYBAR FROM 10PM: Watershed Htl Darling Harbour DOLLSHAY: Peachtree Htl Penrith FINN: Albion Htl GARRY BROWN’S BLUE GRASS ARVO: Marrickville Bowling Club GLENN WHITEHALL: Miranda Htl GREG BRYCE: Long Jetty Htl JACKIE MARSHALL, HEATH CULLEN, THE 45’S, THE RETREAT: Notes, Newtown JOEY CAPE, TONY SLY: UniBar, Wollongong JONNY ROCK: Collingwood Htl JORGE BEN JOR: Enmore Theatre KID RAMBLE: Earlwood Htl LAWRENCE: Mt Annan Htl LJ: Rosehill Htl MAL BARNES: Campbelltown Arts Centre MATS LIEBORG: Mean Fiddler Htl MICK BUCKLEY: Dee Why RSL MISSION JONES: The Belvedere Htl MOJO, EXIT STRATEGY: Orient Htl NATALIE GAUCI: State Theatre NICHOLAS ROY, DIANA ANAID: Gearins Htl Katoomba NICK SAXON: Caves Beach Htl PHILLIP CRAWSHAW: Belmont 16ft Sailing Club RADIO SOCIAL,
HATTIE CARROLL, THE TOURIST: World Bar Kings X RICHIE CUTHBERT: Fringe Bar Paddington RICKY PATERSON & THE PETERSON BROTHERS, SHEILA E: The Basement ROSALIND CHIA: Iron Duke Htl Alexandria SHOW STOPPERS: Lennox Theatre, Parramatta SOULGANIC: Clovelly Htl STAN WALKER: Aquashell Cockle Bay STAND FOR THE FALLEN, HUDSON STATE, THERE GOES THE CITY, REVIVAL ASHORE, THE OCEAN THE SKY, KINGS OF STARS, CREATIONS, FOR ALL ETERNITY: Lucky Australian Tavern Sydney STEVE BALBI: Harbord Beach Htl SUPER DRIVER: Penrith Panthers THE FLOOD, THE PARDONERS: Excelsior Surry Hills THE FYREBIRDS: East Leagues THE RE-MAINS, INLAND SEA ALBUM LAUNCH PARTY: Botany View Htl THE SNAPE BROS.: The Mark Hotel THE STRIDES: Beach Rd Htl Bondi THE WHITE BROS: Ettamogah Htl THE WHITE BROS: PJ Gallaghers Parramatta TWO GOOD REASONS: Windsor Castle Htl Newcastle TWO MINDS TRIO: Scruffy Murphys WILDSEED: Penrith RSL
MON 24
A LIST COMEDY, GARRY WHO, BARRY MCLEOD, EMMA ZAMMIT, MATHEW WAKEFIELD: Old Manly Boatshed HUNTER, KEEGAN, MANNELL ORGAN TRIO: 505, 280 Cleveland St Surry Hills ITALIAN NIGHT: Caves Beach Htl JIM GANNON: Dee Why RSL MARK WILKINSON: State Theatre MERENIA GILLIES: Opera Bar PETER HEAD: Harbourview Htl SARAH PATON: Observer Htl SONGWRITER SESSIONS: Excelsior Surry Hills THE JAM THING: Albion Htl TRIVIA TO A TEE W/ JIM OVEREND: Muree Golf Club
“I love this album. I hear Mia Dyson, Tim Rogers, The Drones and a don’t f**k with me attitude that’s hard to ignore and not be excited by...” Richard Kingsmill, Triple J “Marshall is an original, a breath of fresh air, a tonic...The album swaggers like a rolling drunk, it trembles like an autumn leaf, it laughs and it cries... the ragged-edge glory to which rock music can aspire.” The Age (feature album)
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EMI - LIMITED SUPPLY OF FUNDS UK record label EMI has been temporarily assisted by an injection of extra funds from private equity owner Terra Firma in order to prevent Citigroup bank from taking control. The British label – home to esteemed acts such as The Beatles, Kylie Minogue, Coldplay and Gorillaz – was acquired for £4 billion by Terra Firma before the digital age brought with it a decrease in physical album sales, later exacerbated by the global financial crisis. The 2007 deal was bolstered by loans from Citigroup and EMI is currently in debt to the US bank the tune of £3.2 billion. Since the takeover, Terra Firma and Citigroup have been locked in a legal battle, with Terra Firma claiming Citigroup of driving up EMI’s price by misrepresenting that there was another interested bidder for the company. Terra Firma also accused the bank of planning to take control of the label to later sell it to Warner Music Group. Guy Hands, head of Terra Firma, has agreed his company will pay a sum believed to be in excess of £100 million to buy EMI some time, until March 2011, to drastically increase their profits. An increasing number of revered acts have abandoned EMI in recent years. The Rolling Stones and Radiohead left immediately after the acquisition. Viral sensations OK Go broke away from EMI in March after expressing disappointment relating to the label’s policy that prevents fans from embedding music videos on other sites. The following month, former Beatle, Paul McCartney, shifted his solo and Wings back catalogues from EMI to Concord Music Group. EMI remain in control of The Beatles but McCartney has been vocal about the part the label has played in delaying the availability of the Fab Four’s songs for download via iTunes. “I know iTunes would like to do it, so one day it’s going to happen,” McCartney told BBC Newsbeat. “It’s been business hassles, not with us, or iTunes. It’s the people in the middle, the record label. There have been all sorts of reasons why they don’t want to do it.” EMI released a statement saying that discussions were ongoing, stressing that they “would love to see The Beatles’ music available for sale digitally”. Earlier this year, the flailing record label also considered selling Abbey Road Studios, where the Beatles recorded the bulk of their material, until a public outcry led to the London recording studios being put on a protected list by English Heritage.
Empire Of The Sun have expanded their upcoming tour of the US, which kicks off with a Lollapalooza appearance on Friday 6 August. The first Los Angeles show at Henry Fonda Theater sold out in minutes. A second date was added and sold out the following day and then a third show sold out at the same venue. A second show was also added at New York’s Terminal 5 Theatre when the first sold out. The defection of former Empire Of The Sun member, Pnau’s Nick Littlemore, seems so far to have eluded overseas publications with NME reporting these added shows for the “Australian duo”. The image of Luke Steele, the band’s sole remaining founding member, is currently immortalised in a Selfridges shop window on Oxford Street, London. This is part of the department store’s ‘Sounds Of The Mind’ summer window exhibition that also features displays encapsulating the essence of Florence & The Machine, Dizzee Rascal, The XX, The Drums, Hot Chip, The Big Pink and Charlotte Gainsbourg.
The latest EMI deserters are Queen, who have been signed to the label for almost four decades. The Times reported that Queen have been lured over to Universal as their contract with EMI approaches renewal and it’s believed the rival label has offered the commercially successful band a new contract worth tens of millions of pounds. Music industry insiders have also suggested that Pink Floyd may be planning to leave the label after suing EMI and Terra Firma last year for miscalculated royalty payments on online and single-track sales. The A&R man who was the link between EMI and Robbie Williams, Chris Briggs, has also left the label and partly blamed the Hands regime for his resignation. Although EMI remains temporarily afloat, a further £255 million will need to be scratched together later this year to buy the label more time and ensure it is financially stable until 2014.
Bassist Kelson Mathias, one of the founding members Future Of The Left, has left the band. No reason has been given but Mathias, who formed the noisy Welsh outfit with former McLusky members Andy ‘Falco’ Falkous and Jack Egglestone in 2005, released the following statement: “I’d just like to say thanks to everyone that’s supported me in this band over the past five years, everyone that I’ve met at shows all over the world and all the bands I’ve had the pleasure to play gigs with. I’d like to wish Andy and Jack the best for the future.” Falkous followed this up with another statement: “How do we feel about it, as a band? Well, sad, happy, annoyed and relieved at the same time. We wish Kelson good luck and hope that he flourishes in whatever he ends up doing.” The band’s singer also stressed that this latest news doesn’t spell the end for Future Of The Left who will find a
RONNIE JAMES DIO
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American heavy metal vocalist/songwriter Ronnie James Dio, died from stomach cancer age 67 on Sunday 16 May. Dio commenced his career with Elf but was first propelled to the attention of rock fans worldwide in the mid-‘70s when he was enlisted as frontman of Rainbow, the band formed by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore after he departed Deep Purple. Dio’s howling vocal control was then sought out by Black Sabbath and he replaced Ozzy Osbourne to contribute vocals on three of their albums: Heaven And Hell (1980), Mob Rules (1981) and Dehumaniser (1992). The band Dio was formed when the lead singer and Sabbath drummer Vinnie Appice joined forces and continued to release material over the next decade. Dio toured our shores as part of the Heaven And Hell world tour in 2007 when Appice, guitarist Tony Iommi and bassist Geezer Butler rounded out the line-up. This group recorded The Devil You Know (2009) under the Heaven & Hell moniker, which would be the last album Dio loaned his enviable pipes to.
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distinctive Australian art, access for all Australians and a strong and vibrant sector.
So the budget came out last week in what was an extraordinarily boring night of TV. Of course, it’s a lot more than just boring TV, as it guides the expenditure of the Federal Government for the next 12 months. In it, contemporary music got some nice kickbacks – $260k guaranteed to CONTROL: The Business of Music Management, a training program that increases the skills of music industry managers. The Contemporary Music Touring Program, a program that provides support to emerging musicians and bands to perform in regional and remote locations, also got an increase and the Australia Council for the Arts was guaranteed base funding of $686.6 million dollars. That last figure is a shitload of money. Where does it all go? The Australia Council is tasked with enriching “our nation by supporting the practice and enjoyment of the arts”, a mission that is underpinned by a commitment to excellent and
In the Australia Council’s annual report for last year the figures relating to arts funding looked a bit like this: $47.1 million goes to orchestras, $23.8 million goes to opera, then you have money going to (in order of most to least) dance, theatre, “cross-artform”, visual arts and then you get to “other music,” who receive a pool of funding at $11.7 million, just over 1.7 percent of the base funding that the Australia Council get to operate and less than 7 percent of artform funding available. Note that “other music” is a kind of amorphous term which refers to all other kinds of music that aren’t opera (not exclusively a music form) or orchestras, including jazz, pop, rock, hip hop, sound art, country, experimental music – pretty much everything else. What’s more interesting are those first amounts we’re talking about – orchestra and opera, very much at the “high end” of music, producing events for people with money that arguably don’t need to be subsidised, get over 40 percent of available funding by artform. And, essentially, they get more than $70 million dollars to
replacement bassplayer and release their third album later this year. Another band to recently lose their bass player was New York indie rockers Interpol. Carlos Dengler (AKA Carlos D) left Interpol as they readied themselves for a forthcoming tour to promote their fourth album. “He has decided to follow another path and to pursue new goals,” a note on the band’s website revealed. “This separation is amicable, and we whole-heartedly wish him great happiness and success. We will remain, as always, deeply respectful fans of this blazingly talented individual.” Dengler’s skills were put down on the u pcoming studio album before he stepped down and no replacement has been announced as yet. A new track called Lights has been unleashed on the band’s official website to provide a taste of what’s to come.
MAGIC HAPPENS Four Australians with a passion for music, movies, gaming or technology will be handpicked by industry professionals and awarded the opportunity to experience Sony’s world of innovation and creativity. The music prize includes touring a digital studio, hanging out at a video shoot, attending six music events, meeting Sony talent and hosting your very own channel on bandit.fm. For more information visit sony.com.au/makedotbelieve/experiences.
FRESHLY INKED Epitaph Records welcome Southern Californian rockers Social Distortion to the label with plans to release their first studio album since 2004’s Sex, Love And Rock’n’Roll in late 2010. Hellyeah, the American heavy metal supergroup featuring Vinnie Paul (Pantera), Chad Gray and Greg Tribbett (Mudvayne), Tom Maxwell (Nothingface) and Bob Zilla (Damageplan) have signed a deal with Riot! Entertainment (for Australia and New Zealand) for their upcoming Stampede album. Ivy League also announced their latest signing – punk poet Wons Phreely.
perform other people’s works – there are almost no new works coming out of these forms. As has been heralded by the go to guy on contemporary arts, This Is Not Art and Renew Newcastle founder Marcus Westbury, the bulk of arts funding in this country goes to cover bands. So how does this reach the commitments of the Australia Council? We’d suggest it doesn’t – these forms aren’t distinctive Australian art, they’re not particularly accessible and they’re miles off creating a vibrant sector. Now, we could put forward a good case for a lot more money going to contemporary music, where new works (we call them songs) are being created daily by some of this country’s most talented artists (we call them musos). But it’s more than just fighting for the artform that we love the most. We think that funding should go to new works; works that are written by and relevant to Australians and that stimulate and champion their creativity. If you do too, or even if you don’t, let us know: info@musicnsw.com.
I was once in a band that broke up just before our first single was released on a small label that was mostly just a haven for bands no one else wanted to release but would’ve worked great in the UK (the chanted salvo for any failed Australian band). The promo copies were ripped, the artwork finished and then it was all thrown out. The biggest disappointment, however, wasn’t that I never got to hear the song on the radio, because I did after the promo copies were sent off by an overeager intern and I had to contact one radio station and tell them they should probably give the airtime to someone more together. It was that I never got the chance to be in a music video – however goon-budgeted it was going to be – and make use of the pouty face I’d spent years cultivating in MySpace pictures. So, when I received an email from a friendof-a-friend director asking if I wanted to be in a video he was making for a young Australian singer with a talent-show history and a moody, dreamscape vision for her debut single, I was so in. I got up at 6am, downed a coffee and was on the bus by 6.30am headed for the location, an old theatre in the outer-inner suburbs. By 9am I’d already downed two more double-shot coffees from the catering table while I sat around and waited for my wardrobe to be ready and a crew of about ten packed in the set, a stage filled with plants and flowers and, in front of it, a table at which I would be sitting with two other ‘actors’. My role was as a Satanic goth mobster minion, which meant that, when my outfit did arrive, it was a black turtleneck with a silver chain on the outside, black pants and boots. Bobby Brown never looked this good. My make-up, when it was finished, was deemed not fitting with the creative vision 40 minutes later, wiped off and reapplied, took me from being Bobby B to being Manson guitarist Twiggy without the hair or – my preferred inspiration for my role – Spike from Buffy if he’d been a Robert Palmer girl. I was white-faced, black-eyed, black-lipped and crashing hard from the caffeine high, which, it turned out, was perfect preparation for my role once the call to the set came. For the first three hours, I sat still in a chair while the singer was shot on the stage from behind us – us being another minion and our menacing-looking mob boss, whose daytime job, I learned between takes, was as a dance instructor. The song was played as the singer mimed the words and the band mimed the playing. It was replayed, played again and again and again, until in my head it had turned from a cleverly mysterious crossover track to a genius, mind-controlling pop song set to take British parliament. We stopped briefly for lunch and I went outside for air. People glanced at me and then looked to the ground. No one spoke to me or asked me what was happening inside and I realised why goths dress the way they do – it’s like you don’t exist, so mission accomplished. One tradesman did slow down and glare at me from his truck, but I think he thought I was a Robert Palmer girl. Back on set, ten hours in and waiting for our big front-on scene, the other minion and I started a goth hip hop group. We called it hip-goff and we would have choreographed skinny-man moves and perhaps feature a member of The Temper Trap for media interest. Delirium had set in, which made it easy to stare at the now absent singer’s microphone stand like I was going to eat her alive for the next two hours. We shot close-ups and an ‘action sequence’ from every angle imaginable and I felt like Jake Gyllenhaal if he was less camp. The thrill of doing something and seeing it on the monitor straight after, cinematic and slick, made the previous hours of sitting and glaring fade away. My throat was caked in hairspray and artificial smoke, while my eyes are still, days later, lined with make-up no chemical can remove, but when the director called a wrap on the production, it was a rush of adrenalin I hadn’t expected. No, don’t ever feel sorry for those sad-faced Palmer girls. They lived the MySpace-photo dream. breakdown@drummedia.com.au
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BEHIND THE LINES WITH MICHAEL SMITH versed in all the music, so as far as finding musicians we’re lucky enough to have a bunch of great musicians coming out of Minneapolis.” In fact, Peterson was very much a part of the “Minneapolis sound” that became so prominent in the mid-1980s, particularly after Prince emerged, Peterson producing, arranging and playing or programming the keyboards on Prince’s 1993 #3 US hit, I Hate U and 1998’s Crystal Ball. “The sound stems from a lot of the old R&B stuff, but when Prince got a hold of it, it took a James Brown kind of groove, the obscure stuff that he was doing to the funk beat and the way he played guitar, that became the Minneapolis sound. Through Prince there was obviously a Hendrix thing coming into it, and a Little Richard thing on different keyboards things that he would do that nobody else was doing then, and we all stuck with it and it became the Minneapolis sound.” Having been working in studios for 35 years or more, Peterson has obviously lived through the digitalisation of the recording process, so I wondered whether he saw that as a positive thing.
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PRODUCER PROFILE: RICKY PETERSON His credits, initially as a keyboards player but fairly soon after as a producer as well, stretches all the way back to 1975 and are littered with some of the biggest names in the business, from David Sanborn and Ben Sidran to George Benson, Bill Evans and Prince. So Ricky Peterson, a Minnesotan through and through, obviously knows his stuff. He’s popping down our way to perform in his jazz-funk combo with The Peterson Brothers and special guest percussionist and singer Sheila E, but I managed to get a chat with him about how he approaches his sessions as a producer a couple of weeks before arriving for those shows.
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“My becoming a producer came as a kind of a fluke really,” Peterson admits, on the line from his home in Minneapolis. “I started really into the studio part of recording and learning all about all the different ways of getting different sounds and stuff like that, plus the fact that I really, really loved arranging stuff, so I got into producing by writing tunes and arranging them. I kind of had to do all sorts of different kinds of music that I needed to verse myself in different kinds of genres, so it was one of those things that you learn to do as you’re doing it. “I’ve been so lucky with people around the twin cities [Minneapolis and St. Paul] that really can play. In a lot of the producing, I would use certain guys for certain kinds of music, Michael Bland on drums, and my brother Paul on bass most of the time, because he’s well
“There are so many beautiful plug-ins now, with the ProTools and so on, but for me the harmonic distortion of tape running, for kick drum and bass and different acoustic instruments, is a sound I really like, so all the records that I’ve done have all been analogue. Even the Windham Hill souvenir record I did [in 1998], we did analogue for the rhythm section and then pushed to ProTool because most of it was all digital kind of synthy stuff, and then when we went to MIDIs, we would mix to analogue from the 2” machine – so we would run ProTools and the 2” machine – so it would come out with a very, very beautiful warm sound to me. Back then, digital was still a little iffy to me, a little bright and brittle. There wasn’t really a lot of warmth in it to me. “Acoustic piano is always better than a digital one, always, and any kind of organ sound, I always mic it up and do it pretty much analogue as much as possible. Even though we go to digital, we go through very warm preamps and make sure we have the right mics on it, just to get the warmth of the sound of the real instrument. Touring here with Peterson in The Peterson Brothers on what they’ve called The Propostrophy Tour are Paul
Peterson on guitar (ex-Prince & The Family, The Time), Billy Peterson on bass (The Steve Miller Band) and nephew Jason Peterson-DeLaire on sax and keyboards (Michael Bolton, Prince, Jimmy Jam), along with very special guest Sheila E. WHEN & WHERE Sunday, The Basement Circular Quay; Wednesday 26, Lizotte’s Newcastle
NEW STUFF AT BILLY HYDES There’s a positive avalanche of interesting new stuff just arrived down at Billy Hydes that you’re sure to not only find interesting but also positively necessary in expanding your sound as a drummer/percussionist. For a start there are four new Effects cymbals from Zildjian, expanding their popular A Custom and K Cast cymbal product lines. The A Custom Effects crash cymbals range now includes 14” and 20” models, each with a unique set of laser generated “cut outs” that allow them to produce a quick, gated and trashy sound that is used for accenting and punctuating, the cut-outs altering the tonal energy paths and limiting the overall sonic output of the cymbal. The concept has been extended to the K Series with 16” and 18” models proving a noticeably darker sound. Billy Hydes is also now carrying the new larger ZHT Cymbals, the 22” ZHT Ride and the 15” Mastersound Hihats, and the latest line from Remo Drumskins, the Ambassador X, available in sizes 8” through 16”, which uses the same film as the industry standard Coated Ambassador but 20 percent thicker, which produces greater attack, volume and wider mid range tones while increasing durability and providing a unique feel for enhanced stick rebound. For the boutique drummer market, Billy Hydes is now also carrying a range of Tattoo Skyns, featuring exclusive artwork designs by Corey Miller, with skull and serpent rose motifs. Last but not least, for those of you who like to play along with your favourite metal artists, buy yourself any four pairs of Vic Firth American Classic 5A or 5B drumsticks and you’ll score yourself a free copy of the 2CD compilation, Hard And Heavy 2, featuring cuts from Meshuggah, God Forbid, The Cult, Living Colour, Megadeth, Judas Priest and more, every track with and without drums. btl@drummedia.com.au
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Preferably aged 18-25. Writting original music, room for input. Want to start gigging and recording asap. Influences Guns ‘n’ Roses, Them Crooked Vultures, Incubus. If interested come check us out. Contact Tim 0412 525 731 iFlogID: 4656
EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATION HEADROOM SOUND AUSTRALIA Using; P Audio, B & C, JBL and E.V. Top quality drivers in all our custom built bins. Top boxes, mids, subs, wedges to spec. This online pic is our new folded horn with one 18inch challenger, putting out 137db – 140+ when coupled. Call us for a free quote. 0414355763 iFlogID: 3100
EDUCATION & TRAINING VIOLIN TEACHER NEEDED!
like minded people as you: 1. Help write the scripts 2. Learn to light the talent 3. Act in the scenes you select 4. Record quality sound 5. Story Board 6. Setup the camera 7. Shoot amazing footage. First time offered. Once done, we edit the footage and publish on YouTube for the world to see + a copy for you for your portfolio or showreel. 5 places only - be quick or miss out. Contact via email preferred with your name, number, experience and why you want to do the course - shortcuts@peoplemedia.com.au else call Paddy on 0410747993 iFlogID: 4260
MAL’S OPEN MIC NIGHTS
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PROMOTERS WANTED Promoters wanted for Soho bar in Kings Cross and The Eastern Hotel in Bondi Junctions. All levels of experience considered. Lucrative pay structures available from door deals to performance based retainers and commission depending on the requirements of the venue. Drop me a line at andrew@ theeastern.com.au iFlogID: 3865
Position available in Busy music school in Beverly Hills, Kogarah and at various government schools. Teaching mainly beginners to intermediate level. Enthusiasm, patience and ability to inspire will be looked at more than your qualifications and experience. Email resume jobs@jumbonote.com.au iFlogID: 3615
VOCAL TEACHER NEEDED!
Wanna be Famous? Wanna kickstart your carreer in the entertainment industry? Go to Sydney`s most glamourous and exclusive events, festivals and fashion shows? Here is the deal! Unseen Talent gives you the chance now to become a professional TV Presenter. Unseen Tv our parent company is Australia`s number one independent produciton house. Over the last few years we have filmed more events, fashion shows, celebrity interviews, parties and festivals than anyone. Now it is your chance to do the same. If you have always wanted to get in front of the camera and think you can benefit from hosting some video clips, do not hesitate to contact us. Our courses are limited to groups of 4. So call Diana on 02 9310 2100 or 0468 871 864 or apply on our website www.unseentalent.tv Don`t forget to check www.unseentv.tv to see how you can do something interesting with your time and make your friends jealous. iFlogID: 3899
LOOKING FOR GUITAR PLAYERS!! Drummer & bassist are looking for two guitarists to jam with to complete a five piece band. We are aiming for a catchy melodic deathmetal type band, but pretty much open to all genres and willing to play most styles, excluding repetitive breakdowns and cliché riffs. In other words not just another hardcore band that sounds the same as the rest. we are after anyone that is interested in creating and playing original music. we are looking for anyone 18+ BUT exceptions can always be made. We jam in the suburbs of Bexley or Liverpool (or possibly your area) once a week. we are only after anyone who is committed and determined and wants to work hard to create amazing tunes but is also easy going and fun to hang out with. GOOD GEAR IS A MUST!! if u like bands such as: The black dahlia murder Veil of maya suffocation Immortal Despised icon born of osiris for today oceano or any others that when mixed with our tastes could create an original sound. THEN CONTACT EITHER KIERAN OR DAVE (0414583970) we_all_ got_left_behind92@hotmail.com -kieran (0404170266) suckmesideways91@hotmail.com -dave iFlogID: 3958
WANTED - EXPERIENCED MUSICIANS Piano accordinaist or Violinist to play European Gypsy or Django Rheinhardht style.To join Double Bassist who also plays electric bass. Call Garry anytime or leave a message on (02) 9570 9501 iFlogID: 4468
BAND SEEKS BASS PLAYER Experienced drummer, guitarist and singer seek a bass player to complete line up.
Japanese made Squier Jazz Bass L Series 91-92 Very good condition, great sound, all original iFlogID: 4269
LANEY TT100 2X12 COMBO
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Original hard rock/metal band Silent Rose based in Melbourne, is currently seeking a dedicated manager. Visit www.myspace. com/silentrosemusic or email silentrosemusic@hotmail.com for more details. iFlogID: 4654
YAMAHA 5 STRING BASS GUITAR FENDER TREMOLUX HEAD AND 2X12 CAB. made in 1965 IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. ONLY $3499 CALL US - 07 54743033 MUSIC@NOOSA iFlogID: 4556
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Feros Group and in4mal entertainment present open mic nights. Learn stage craft and test your on stage skills at Taren Point Hotel Wednesdays, Lone Pine Tavern Saturdays, Panania Hotel Fridays fortnightly, Amber Ale Annandale Fridays fortnightly, Harp Tempe Thursday fortnightly. Covers and original Acts, Bands-Duos-Solos. Book your spot with Mal 0413735773. openmic1@hotmail.com www.myspace.com/ in4mal_entertainment sponsored by Soundbasement, Jumbonote and Shire Music iFlogID: 4719
im 17 and desprately seeking a job in retail so i can support myself in tafe and life im having extreme difficulty finding work due to not having the education qualifications that i am currently still working on at tafe so if you read this and you need someone dedicated and hardworking please dont hesitate to call me as soon as possible my number is 0406296033 or contact my email indie_hindley@hotmail.com iFlogID: 4575
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Prefer female: Position available in Busy music school in Beverly Hills, Kogarah and at various government schools. Teaching mainly beginners to intermediate level. Enthusiasm, patience and ability to inspire will be looked at more than your qualifications and experience. Email resume jobs@ jumbonote.com.au iFlogID: 3617
PIANO TEACHER NEEDED!
Position available in Busy music school in Beverly Hills, Kogarah and at various government schools. Teaching mainly beginners to intermediate level. Enthusiasm, patience and ability to inspire will be looked at more than your qualifications and experience. Email resume jobs@jumbonote.com.au iFlogID: 3619
SAX/CLARINET TEACHER NEEDED!
MAKE UP ARTIST COURSE Wanna be a Make Up Artist or just simply would like to learn about make up techniques? Unseen talent presents Make up courses at different levels. Learn how to apply your own make up professionally from our highly qualified make-up artists. Or become a professional and learn the make up techniques with a focus on bridal, fashion, glamour and photography. No prior knowledge or experience is required. All products & equipment provided while training. For more information check our website: www.unseentalent.tv Our courses are limited to groups of 4 so call Diana on 02 9310 2100 or 0468 871 864 or apply on our website www.unseentalent.tv iFlogID: 3901 Wanted person to hand out flyers and Usher. Fri-Sat nites 1 1/2 hrs. $10-15 per hour to start. Also wanted Stand up comics, Beginners-Pros and Audience judges. Call 95472578 or www.comedyintheraw.com.au iFlogID: 4477
MUSIC STUDIO REQUIRES RUNNER Bad pay, bad hours, great studio. Major music facility requires general casual runner to assist in daily operations. Reliable, honest, respectful, no attitude, and enthusiastic person. No audio school graduates. Preferred age 18-21. Must have own ABN. Apply to studiogig@hotmail.com iFlogID: 4645
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Position available in Busy music school in Beverly Hills, Kogarah and at various government schools. Teaching mainly beginners to intermediate level. Enthusiasm, patience and ability to inspire will be looked at more than your qualifications and experience. Email resume jobs@jumbonote.com.au iFlogID: 3621
$199 SHORT FILM+ ACTING COURSE Have you have ever wanted to learn how to create a short film, shoot an interview, shoot a drama, music video or promotional video? Perhaps you just love acting? 3 evenings, I full day and a unique learning experience where the coffee shop is our classroom and you learn on the run. Collaborate with
Valleyarm are a global digital music supplier and are seeking sales contractors to sign bands and artists. On target earnings of $37800 PA, flexible hours and awesome incentives! A passion and an ear for good music is essential, if you like checking out bands and have good people skills then this might be the job for you! A real chance to make huge dollars within the music industry! Training provided. Email interest and resumes to info@valleyarm.com or call 03 9525 5589 for more information. iFlogID: 4686
DRUM KITS WANTED or any cymbals and snare drums etc, Ph 0419760940 iFlogID: 3231
Would you like to be able to offer everyone you know and everyone they know and so on, the BEST PRICES GUARANTEED in the world for all their new brand name shopping? Well take a look at this. This is most certainly a lifetime opportunity to launch ongoing income well into the future. www. hotglobalbusiness.com/fortunate iFlogID: 2992
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Awesome deals on Flash web sites for bands! Special offer of $680 for a 5 page site including audio and video and one year’s hosting and domain name. Give your band an upmarket web presence. Check out our portfolio at www.flashdesigns.com.au iFlogID: 3789
SONOR ‘DESIGNER’ KIT
100w amp for sale. Very good condition with new valves. $1100 ono. Call Craig 0448 838 055 iFlogID: 3765
ASHTON VIPER 30 VALVE AMP
ELECTRONIC DRUM KIT
Huge Stock Clearance. BC Rich Platinum Series 4 string Bass. Brand new with warranty. RRP $999 60% off ONLY $399! LOGANS MUSIC BURWOOD 9744 2400 iFlogID: 3740
BASS EQUIP FOR SALE Marshall Bass Quad Box for sale, good condition, $350 97590970 iFlogID: 3934
LABSYSTEMS BASS RIG VP600
AMPEG SVT-CL BASS HEAD
PROMOTERS FOR CBD CLUB Experienced Nightclub/Bar Promoters wanted !! Stylish CBD venue with great sound system. 297 capacity. 24 hour license. Owner is open to nights that cater to specific groups & also backpackers as well as Sydney locals. All nights are available for putting an event on (ideally we are after weekly regular promoters but we are open to having one-offs or fortnightly events
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GIBSON LP STUDIO-WHITE/ GOLD HW Les Paul Studio in Alpine White w/ out of production gold hardware, in excellent condition, religiously cleaned and regularly serviced, made in October 2008. $1899 w/ Gibson Hardshell case. Call Alex 0430522360 iFlogID: 4166
SEAGULL ACOUSTIC ELEC GUITAR
ACOUSTIC GUITAR MATON M225
AMPS
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This is a 10 piece electronic drum kit. Yamaha DTXPRESS IV Special. This kit has zoned symbols. I paid $3600.00 without the stool & base pedal. comes with base pedal & Gibraltar stool. The kit has been used for about 1 hour. Comes with owners manual & setup instructions. Can be used with headphones or amplifier. Packs up in 10 mins, fits in car boot. Computer has too many features to list. Contact me if you want more info. freight can be arranged. iFlogID: 4637
GREAT VINTAGE LOOK WITH MODERN SPECS. BEAUTIFUL TONEWOODS. 14 FRET SLIM ADJUSTABLE NECK. THE PHOTO SHOWS ONLY THE STYLE - MY GUITAR IS MUCH MORE STUNNING. EXCELLENT CASE. THINELINE PICKUP. CAN BE SEEN IN CITY DAYTIME. iFlogID: 3986
Vintage and USA guitars. Buy, Sell and Trade. mattsvintageguitars.com 02-9518-0150 iFlogID: 3412
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The original all-valve bass monster, the ultimate bass amp. This is a USA (not vietnamese or chinese, like the current ones) built head, with 6 Winged C 6550 power tubes. This is what they are selling as the “Heritage” heads these days. Great condition, Killer amp, unbelievable price $3000. Call Bobby 0412 353 723. iFlogID: 3511
Tama Swingstar (made in Japan) 8 & 10 inch toms (wine red) on Tama stand. Like new, pinstripe skins, bargain, $200. Ph 0419760940 iFlogID: 3237
BRAND NEW.TOP OF THE RANGE -SONOR 5 PCE DESIGNER KIT. 10,12 AND 16 TOMS.14 SNARE. 22 BASS DRUM, 3 CYMBAL STANDS,HI HAT STAND AND SNARE STAND. RETAILS $12888. SPECIAL $6999. iFlogID: 3529
MARSHALL JCM 900 VALVE COMBO
3 channels 60W all tube 2x12” speakers, as new condition. 2nd owner, only seen bedroom use. PERFECT for bedroom, small gigs, recording. Big enough to gig with, small enough to overdrive without going deaf! Genuine 5 button footswitch is included $1500 NEG Josh 0422960693 iFlogID: 4041
JACKSON RR24 RHOADS WITH CASE
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Brand New VOX AC15 Valve amplifier with 1 year Warranty. Unbeatable tone. HOT PRICE $959 Logans Music BURWOOD 9744 2400 iFlogID: 3742
MARSHALL JCM2000 TSL 602 COMBO
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TAMA 8” AND 10” DRUMS ON STAND
Huge Stock Clearance. BC Rich Platinum Series 4 string Bass. Brand new with warranty. RRP $999 60% off ONLY $399! LOGANS MUSIC BURWOOD 9744 2400 iFlogID: 3734
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As new, Excellent condition, Front and back active pickup’s, $350, 97590970 iFlogID: 4694
Sabian 20” AA Rock ride, Sabian 17” med thin crash, Sabian 14” AA Regular hihats all with Ragone case. As new, $750, ph 0419760940 iFlogID: 3235
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ROCK BAND SEEKS MANAGER Gigging rock band with EP seeks manager. Solid originals act, lots of potential. Call Michael on 0402 112 557. iFlogID: 3283
5 STRING WARWICK LTD EDITION
Original 2 channel Mesa Boogie Triple Retifier. Better sounding than the newer 3 channel one. Awesome condition. $3300. 0412642196 iFlogID: 3713
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DRUMMER AVAILABLE Drummer looking for working original band gigging tours recording Frankie 0404089601 iFlogID: 3879
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The backline choice of most of the biggest bands in the world today. USA built, much better than the new vietnam or china made ones. Good conidtion, some tolex wear. The ultimate bass cab, killer price $2000. Call Bobby 0412 353 723. iFlogID: 3513
depending on what night is wanted) To apply call Denise on 0410 044 128 (between 2-4.30pm) iFlogID: 3834
FS Ashton Viper 30W amp. Only gigged once, in perfect working order. Selling to upgrade. iFlogID: 4048
LABSYSTEMS 400 B BASS AMP Labsystems 400B 400 Watt Mosfet Bass Amp for Sale comes with 4 Speaker cables looks brand new , has built in compressor , $1000 all reasonable offers will be considered , call Daks on 0438 515 073 iFlogID: 4124
LANEY AMP MAY MADNESS SALE
The Labsystems bass amp and cab is a stage ready bass rig. The head and speaker cabinet is in excellent condition. Amp head : Labsystems VP600 HP - 600 watts with full valve preamp and valve EQ’s. Cabinet: Matching Labsystems 610HP with six 10” drivers, plus horn and tilt-back wheels. This is a fantastic Australian made boutique amp that is built to handle anything you can throw at it musically. Fantastic sound, and very versatile. I am selling it because I need to downsize my bass rig to fit into a new home. iFlogID: 4148
Maton M225 Solid Sitka Spruce soundboard Queensland Maple Back, sides & neck Rosewood with dot inlays fingerboard Australian Made Original Elixir strings Natural Finish $750 *pick up in Sydney area iFlogID: 3645
ACOUSTIC GUITAR HARD CASE
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GIBSON 1960 RI GOLDTOP
MIJ SQUIRE JAZZ BASS
Engadine Music is offering great deals on Laney Amps for May. Call now on 02 9520 3044 iFlogID: 4282
BARGAIN! Protect your guitar with one of these great hard cases RRP $129 CLEARANCE PRICE $57 Logans Music Burwood 9744 2400 iFlogID: 3736
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SECONDHAND 1960 RI LES PAUL GOLDTOP IN EXCELLENT CONDITION W/CASE ONLY $3395 CALL US 07 54743033 - MUSIC@ NOOSA iFlogID: 4384
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MIXERS STUDIO GEAR FOR SALE Digidesign C24, new in box with RTS cable kit, 15K new, will sell for 10Kono. Custom studio furniture, dual “isobox” style cabinets with master kb tray, $500ono. Korg X5D kb, great sounds, $350ono. Lots of ProTools plugins also for sale cheap. Call Brent 0406501192 iFlogID: 3888
KORG D888 RECORDER Great for band or solo artist wanting that perfect recording iFlogID: 4483
OTHER 12-24 MONTHS INTEREST FREE, NO INTEREST EVER, TAKE HOME YOUR GUITAR,AMP,P.A,KEYBOARD,ETC TODAY... CALL US FOR MORE DETAILS 07 54743033 MUSIC @ NOOSA iFlogID: 4563
BASS GUITAR FOR SALE Bass Guitar 5 String, For quick sale, $125 iFlogID: 4690
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HEADROOM SOUND Using; P Audio, B & C, JBL and E.V. Top quality drivers in all our custom built bins. Top boxes, mids, subs, wedges to spec. This online pic is our new folded horn with one 18inch challenger, putting out 137db – 140+ when coupled. Call us for a free quote. 0414355763 iFlogID: 3096
$500 RESORT VOUCHER Great sounding guitar in excellent condition, have owned since new, small modification to body for better balance while playing, $400 or near offer. Call 0410410298 iFlogID: 4703
CHEAP BAND MERCHANDISE!!!
GUITAR EFFECTS PEDALS FOR SALE MT-2 METAL ZONE,OD20 OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION,ROLAND GR20GUITARSYNTH,CS-3 SUSTAINER,PEAVEY 15 WATT AMP stevesbackintown@hotmail.com iFlogID: 3196
Look no further for your band merchandise needs. ALL AREAS - ALL TYPES OF MERCHANDISE. We specialise in Guys and Girls shirts, Hoodies, Polos and long sleeve shirts. Phone or email for a quote. 0439406138 goobermoosemerch@gmail.com iFlogID: 4402
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1999 Dark Grey Hyundai Lantra Wagon. Manual. Good condition. Only 83,000km. $5,900. Bargain! Search for VWE131 on www.carsales.com.au for more details. Call Anthony: 0412 642 196 iFlogID: 3715
just bought all brand new pa system and band instruments,looking for fixed installation for bars and pubs,will give a special price depending on the length of contract,these are all proffessional equipments,jbl speakers,dw drums,roland vdrums,hartke and marshall amps,dbx,soundcraft mixer and akg mics.just name your price and make your offer,and if its fair,i’ll accept it.with p.a. operator,located in bondi junction.my number is 0406405667.ACCEPTS ONLY FIXED INSTALLATION IN SYDNEY,OR PERMANENT GIGS IN BONDI JUNCTION. LOOK FOR APPLE. iFlogID: 4525
ROCK MEMORABILIA
BOOKING AGENTS Four decent wedges for $320. Each with 12” Foster speaker plus piezo driver on 8”x3” horn. 200watt RMS (these are real watts). These are all fully working, loud, old & reliable. XLR x 2 per box. Wooden but not too heavy. Covered in heavy duty black enamel. Hand made many years ago. 50cmX36cmX32cm. $320 for all 4 - priced low to sell fast. ph 0431877360 iFlogID: 4770
YAMAHA KEYBOARD MAY MADNESS Great deals on Yamaha keyboards at Engadine Music. Phone 02 9520 3044. iFlogID: 4284
KAWAI PIANO MAY MADNESS SALE Great deals on Kawai Pianos for the month of May at Engadine Music Call 02 9520 3044. iFlogID: 4290
YAMAHA NP30 DIGITIAL PIANO
Authentic Rock Memorabilia and reprints from around the globe. www.rockgodsandlegends.com iFlogID: 3847
YAMAHA BRASS MAY MADNESS SALE Yamaha Brass instruments at great prices for the month of May. 02-9520 3044. iFlogID: 4286
YAMAHA WOODWIND MAY MADNESS
May Madness sale only $349 Power adapter an extra $29 Call 02 9520 3044 or email shop@engadinemusic.com iFlogID: 4414
Yamaha Woodwind May Madness. Woodwind instruments at great prices, call 02 9520 3044. iFlogID: 4288
YAMAHA PSRE413 USB KEYBOARD
JUPITER BRASS AND WOODWIND
At the special price of $399 Power adapter to suit this keyboard $29 iFlogID: 4416
May Madness sale on now at Engadine Music. Call 02-9520 3044 iFlogID: 4294
CASIO WORKSTATION WK200
HUGE SELECTION OF PRINT MUSIC
Special price of $399 Power adapter $29 iFlogID: 4418
ROLAND G800 ARRANGER SYNTH
Thousands of titles, call Engadine Music now on 02 9520 3044 iFlogID: 4296
ZOOM HANDY RECORDER H2 NEW MODEL handy recorder and accessories, valued at $400. Only used once for pointless uni assignment. FOR SALE $300 ono. Ph: 0425 306 238. iFlogID: 4339
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Full size South Park arcade pinball machine, in 100% working condition. An impressive addition to any office or games room, this pinball features hilarious sound effects (like fart bumpers), as you set out to accomplish the games many modes, including trying to kill poor old kenny! The machine includes with additionalprototype ‘profanity’ software chip with extra naughty audio and animations and a video mode too rude for commercial release. Also included is the official South Park ‘anti pinball’ topper, plus the Cartman doll topper, and an original instruction manual. More photos available upon request - ph 0408 411 808 iFlogID: 4620
MUSIC SERVICES
SEX SAX TAX. WHICH ONE SUX? If you said TAX, then maybe you need to call me! Accounting & Tax Services for the Entertainment & Arts Industries. Great rates, fully qualified registered Tax Agent. Dave Elliott 0434 979 269 or detax@optusnet.com.au iFlogID: 2937
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CUSTOM BASS DRUM HEADS
Custom bass drum heads ensure your bands name gets remembered after the gig. The sickest, best quality custom bass drum heads, banners, backdrops, stickers, and full drum wraps! www.kustombassdrumgraphics.com.au sales@kustombassdrumgraphics.com.au iFlogID: 2883
ARRANGING & MUSIC PRODUCTION
Music for Film, TV, Radio, and Media. Composition of songs, jingles, commercials, themes, scores and classical pieces. Most genres undertaken: classic pop-rock, easy listening, acoustic, country, folk, comedy, lyrical and classical. Accomplished and experienced composer/ writer/ vocalist/ musician. All enquiries contact Duncan on 0402 136 335. duncan321sunrise@yahoo.com.au www. myspace.com/filmtvradio www.filmtvradio. webs.com www.loevinakingdom.webs.com www.adventuresofjack.webs.com iFlogID: 4488
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Headroom Sound Australia. Re-cones to all models e.g. JBL, P Audio, B & C, E-Tone etc Custom built crossovers, all at budget prices. For quotes contact Ray on tallpoppies@iprimus.com.au or 04143 55763 iFlogID: 3094
HEADROOM SOUND AUSTRALIA Using; P Audio, B & C, JBL and E.V. Top quality drivers in all our custom built bins. Top boxes, mids, subs, wedges to spec. This online pic is our new folded horn with one 18inch challenger, putting out 137db – 140+ when coupled. Call us for a free quote. 0414355763 iFlogID: 3102 PA’S AND PROFESSIONAL OPERATOR’S Hi end quality rigs BOSE and KV2 ES systems 500-6600watts. No cheap chinese imports. 23 years experience, Steve 0418964484 Office 48852200 WEB http://users.tpg.com. au/sds/rightsound.htm iFlogID: 3227
PA’S,LIGHTING & OPERATORS
We currently have an awesome warehousestyle live music/performance/DJ/Dance venue in Brisbane CBD. Amazing ambience for Live Performance...over 100 years old. High ceilings and great acoustics. Perfect for live music/DJ gigs.Basics are General Liquor Licence, holds up to 450, fully fitted out and ready to go, HUGE 114dB noise limit!!! 3am Late Licence, 2 stages, Flexible Room Layout can split into 3 different spaces including a Mezzanine Floor/Balcony area with viewing down to Main Stage. We are looking for a Joint Venture Partner/Promoter/Band Manager/DJ Collaboration etc. to create a new Live/Dance venue in Bris Vegas. Venue is edge CBD easily accessible. High profile Main Road location with great traffic exposure for excellent signage and billboard opportunities. Looking to form a partnership with an enegetic innovative Promoter/Manager etc. who wants to be part of a new Highly Successful Brisbane Entertainment Venue. If you are interested please email Phil at whispurr7@hotmail. com. Thanks! iFlogID: 3677
PA’s,Lighting & Operators KV2 Audio ES Rig to suit up to 1000 people KV2 Audio EX Rig to suit up to 400 people KV2 12”+3” horn Wedges in Left & Right pairs 40 Can Light show available with Hazer. Including a Yamaha LS9-32 for total recall for return gigs with up to 8 sends to stage. This system has been supplied for Jenny Morris, Choirboys, Black Sorrows, Jon Stevens, Glen Shorock, James Blundell, Jon English and also many of the top cover bands in Sydney. Please call Paul from ISE Productions on 0408288443 for a quote. 20years+ experience in UK, USA & Australia. iFlogID: 3549
MASTERING BY PAUL GOMERSALL
Need a STUNNING ORCHESTRAL OR CHORAL ARRANGEMENT for your project? Want it recorded (dry) so you can fly it into your own multi-track? Need a CREATIVE MUSIC PRODUCER or MIXING/MASTERING ARTIST? How about an ONLINE SESSION MUSICIAN to add a KILLER PERFORMANCE to your tracks? Upload your skeleton mix to our secure servers, we’ll add the missing instruments/voices and send the dry tracks to you. Let Singing Portraits® add magic to your tracks. 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE, a writer member of APRA and performance member of PPL-UK. Reasonable rates. Contact Singing Portraits® Pty Ltd: jason@singingportraits.com or www.singingportraits.com to discuss your project. iFlogID: 3336
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Coming soon to a movie theatre near you, this dramatic fantasy musical adventure. From the trenches of the first world war to a new world beyond the mysterious Timeless Forest. All enquiries to Duncan on mobile: 0402 136 335 duncan321sunrise@yahoo. com.au View associated website at www. adventuresofjack.webs.com iFlogID: 4490
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Are you a pub/club/restaurant wanting to host LIVE music? Looking for a band/artist for a function? An existing venue looking for a booking agent? Independent Sydney LIVE Music Booker/Promoter Cadence Commotions (ccMo) is available to assist with your LIVE music needs. Currently presenting weekly gigs at 3 Sydney venues and several other regular shows, with over 1000 artists on the database: original artists, full bands, acoustic acts, cover/tribute groups, instrumentals, rock, funk, pop, noise, jazz, punk, indie, experimental - no matter what the genre required, ccMo can help. call or email Leyne now: ccmotions@gmail.com / 0433 020 127 iFlogID: 3918
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Hi, do you have a track that is ready for mixing? do you feel it could do with a little something extra? I love pulling apart multitrack sessions and moving audio clips to achieve great natural feeling grooves in a song. I use cutting edge industry standard software to create natural feeling drum parts and time correct other instruments, or I can work with the drum parts you already have. Send me your song components and hear the difference. Nick 0416 203 468 iFlogID: 3859 Trust your next mastering project with Paul who’s been working with major international artists for over 25 years..you’ll probably find his name on CDs you own.....For a limited time song transfers through the ATR100 - the worlds finest 1/2” tape machine - is absolutely FREE!! (Worth up to $100 a song)...So for only $88 per song you can get the results you want at the price you can afford..-..-Post - Upload, or call in...... For further details visit --- www.gomersall. com --- Call Paul 0407 488 697 iFlogID: 2857
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Valleyarm Digital are looking for bands to be included on compilation albums that will be featured on iTunes worldwide. All genres are welcome and we’ll also be offering a Worldwide Digital Deal to a band or artist that we think we think we can market on a global scale! This will include $5000 worth of online marketing and a worldwide release on all the major digital stores. Submit your tracks (1 per band/artist) along with bio and contact details to - info@valleyarm.com iFlogID: 4717
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Audio engineer with 28 years major touring experience available for walk-in mixes. Credits include The Next, INK, Full Scale, The Vandolls, The Art, Killing Heidi, Eskimo Joe, Chocolate Starfish, Candy Harlots and You Am I, . Andy 0424 656 973. www.studioprojects.com.au iFlogID: 3783
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Top US studio mix engineer/producer Paul Lani is now available to mix Australian artists at fantastic rates! Credits include Robbie Williams, U2, Beyonce, Megadeth, Prince and Re Hot Chili Peppers. Call Andy on 0424 656 973 to discuss! www.studioprojects. com.au iFlogID: 3781
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OTHER
Coming soon to a movie theatre near you, this sensatonal new and original film opera / musical. A dramatic and compelling medieval adventure set to classical music and song. Contact Duncan on mob: 0402 136 335 or at duncan321sunrise@yahoo. com.au View associated website at: www. loveinakingdom.webs.com myspace.com/ duncansmusicsunrise iFlogID: 4473
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P.A sound systems for hire with operator from $150. Catering for D.J’s, Rock Bands, Duos, Corporate Functions, Church meetings, Private Parties. Current clients includePlayground Weekender festival,Carriage Works, Tea Gardens hotel Learn to Play Music academy. Call Michael 04100 369 82 N.S.W iFlogID: 3641
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Simply the best International standard of mastering available in Sydney by multi platinum engineer Paul Stefanidis from the Viking Lounge Mastering. Ring Andy on 0424 656 973 for rates. www.vikingloungemastering.com iFlogID: 3791
For as low as $100, you get a PA system with a sound mixer, complete with a human operator as well to set it up for you for the evening. You can play your own music through it, sing, talk, do a disco, small function, etc, etc, etc. Contact Chris 0419 272 196. iFlogID: 3721
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lessons in all instruments in comfortable commercial premises. Group or individual one-on-one. Kogarah & Beverly Hills ph:1300 787 697 www.jumbonote.com.au iFlogID: 3623
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Stately Manor Productions – Sydney’s newest Hip-Hop Production House are offering MC’s, Rappers and Hip Hop Artists recording, custom beats, songwriting, production, mixing and mastering to release quality at affordable prices for developing artists. www.statelymanor.com.au for details iFlogID: 4500
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THE WEDDING GUITARIST Bring a touch of class to your special day with the beauty of solo guitar. Highly experienced solo guitarist, able to play a selection of classical, jazz and pop tunes for you. Very professional presentation and performance guaranteed. Phone Scott 0400 391 400 iFlogID: 4373
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HEADROOM SOUND AUSTRALIA
DAN NASH - SOUND GUY MIXING-$100 per track,RECORDING-$450 per day (with studio),MASTERING-$50 per track,LIVE SOUND MIXING-$100 per night (available for touring). I have 10 years experience, 100s of bands under my belt, check out myspace.com/gleberecordingstudios to hear some samples. Contact Dan - M: 0423406010 E: dannash83@gmail.com. iFlogID: 4360
ROCK MIXER WANTED FOR EP We have 5 days recording in late June. We need a great Rock producer/engineer to mix our 5 tracks. Must have plenty of experience in Rock/Metal/Punk www.mypace.com/ droptankband droptankband@gmail.com iFlogID: 4470
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charts or notation, and can play by ear. He is also experienced in arranging and can write printed chord charts or notated charts using Sibelius, to save time (and money) in the studio. Special offer - 1 track free for any new clients! Hear the difference a real bass player can make on your songs. www. andrewchalloner.com 0410-625-981 iFlogID: 4016
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SIMON BENNETT PHOTOGRAPHY Music photography for your band. Live music photography is my passion, photo sessions also available. Excellent rates. Ph 0414415818 Web www.stayclassysydney. com Email si.bennett@me.com iFlogID: 2721
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GUITAR & AUDIO ELEC REPAIRS Well known guitar & audio electronics repairer, Have done work for alot of the big names in the industry. Professional work, Great rates, Quick turnaround. Guitar bass amps FX. Call Luke on 0450 998 861 or Email: antmusic76@hotmail.com iFlogID: 4146
SCHOOL OF ROCK
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Quality PA equipment hire with experience operator. JBL, 18”Subs, Allen & Heath Mixer, dbx, Shure, lightings. High quality small to medium size live sound productions for Bands, Clubs, Corporate and private events and more. Call 0431757635. iFlogID: 4539
EV Mongoose FOH 4000 watts, EV foldback with 4 sends 2000 watts incl drumfill. Allen & Heath, Shure, DBX & Lexicon. Lights included. Rates start from $300. Glenn 0425263999 or glenn@sevenyearitch. com.au iFlogID: 4753
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Demo recording, songwriting & music composition assistance and tuition for solo musicians, composers, songwriters, and lyricists. Most genres covered including: classic poprock, easy listening, country, folk, acoustic, and classical. Audio editing/ mastering is also available. Assistance can also be provided with the development and promotion of your music via an appropriate web-site set-up. A relaxed, congenial environment is provided to facilitate the best possible creative experience and optimum musical outcomes. The focus is on your satisfaction, not on the clock. A free cup of tea/ coffee and biscuit(s) is also provided, you won’t have to ask. Rates: $50/hr or $125 for a three-hour session. Other extended session periods are negotiable. Demo/ editing/ web packages from $250. Call or message Duncan on 0402 136 335. North-Shore location. www.myspace.com/duncansunrise www. myspace.com/filmtvradio iFlogID: 4420
Inner West. Learn To Play in a band. School of Rock is an educational program for high school aged students who want to further their musical skills. Each term you get to rehearse, record, release a CDR and play live. bonnie@rockschool.com.au, www. rockschool.com.au, Ph: 0427503977. iFlogID: 1480
PROFESSIONAL GUITAR LESSONS Guitar lessons, one on one from Chris Turner, professional rock/blues, acoustic & or electric. studio location.Phone 02 9552 6663 email guitardoctor@bigpond.com.au iFlogID: 2274
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BASS TUITION - CENTRAL COAST Learn from experienced professional with more than 30 years playing/performing/ teaching experience. Will come to you! Visit www.musosrepairshop.com.au or phone Jeff on 0448559947 iFlogID: 2803
Learn to play from some of Australia’s best guitar teachers. G4 GUITAR is a network of over 100 teachers across Australia using the latest learning techniques to ensure students the absolute best tuition available. Backed by the G4 GUITAR METHOD our teachers have the reputation to take you from beginner to pro. Please visit our website to find your closest teacher and grab a free download. www.g4guitar.com.au or Phone 0405-274456 iFlogID: 2633
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Ableton certified trainer and author of Ableton video training for Groove 3 (USA) Craig McCullough is available locally in SE Qld for private Ableton and music technology training. Video training is also availble from www. groove3.com. Mobile: 0431 556 746 email: abletontrainer@optusnet.com.au iFlogID: 4154
PLAY JAZZ Join the band at WEST RYDE and get INSIGHTS, through INSTRUCTION, on what is required to play jazz. OPPORTUNITIES exist, especially for WIND PLAYERS. Call David Millman 9807 8866 iFlogID: 4158
GUITAR LESSONS
Songwriting/music composition tuition and assistance for solo song-writers, musicians, composers, lyricists. Demo recording also available. Most genres covered including: classic pop-rock, easy listening, country, folk, acoustic, and classical. Audio editing and mastering also available. Assistance with the development and promotion of your music via appropriate web-site set-up. A relaxed, congenial environment is provided to facilitate best possible creative experience and optimum musical outcomes. The focus is on your satisfaction, not on the clock. Free tea / coffee and biscuit also provided, you won’t have to ask. Rates: $50/hr or $125 for a three-hour session. Demo / editing / web packages from $250. Call Duncan on 0402 136 335. Nth-Shore location. myspace.com/ duncansunrise myspace.com/filmtvradio www.loveinakingdom.webs.com www. adventuresofjack.webs.com myspace.com/ duncansmusicsunrise iFlogID: 4537
HARMONICA LESSONS AVAILABLE Private Harmonica Lessons with Big Blind Ray in Stanmore or Crows Nest. Beginners to Advanced players welcome. Learn how to master the mechanics of the diatonic Harmonica, develop good tone and learn scale, chord and modal theory. Bookings essential Contact: 0403999811 or ray.lechminka@ gmail.com iFlogID: 4604
GUITAR, BANJO AND VOICE
PRO BASS & GUITAR TUITION Individually tailored music tuition from UNSW/ Sydney Conservatorium trained and accredited professional musician. Learn scales, modes, arpeggios, chords, theory, reading, ear-training, improvisation, slap, finger-style, slide and open tunings, while playing the music of your choice. All styles offered including rock, pop, jazz, blues, funk,world music, folk, and classical. Combine with vocal and keyboard skills, songwriting, composition, arranging and music technology. All levels from beginner to professional and all ages from around 12 and over. AMEB classical and contemporary courses available. Surry Hills Call Christian on 9280-3443 or e-mail: christianlaki@ musicteachers.com.au iFlogID: 2869
I have played with Jimmy Barnes, Renne Geyer, Guy Sebastian, Lee Kernaghan and currently Leo Sayer. Learn the secrets of your favourite guitarists by focusing on songs, chords and solos and what connects them. Learn in a studio environment where I will teach you what you want to know, help you develop your own style and how to get an awesome guitar sound. 0418 676 620 iFlogID: 3266
Stately Manor Productions – Sydney’s newest Hip-Hop Production House are offering MC’s, Rappers and Hip Hop Artists the chance to RECORD FREE at our project studios and have a customised beat created. Get that song out of your head and on disc at professional release quality. Check www. statelymanor.com.au for details (submit your best track online). iFlogID: 4494
ABLETON CERTIFIED TRAINER
BASS TUITION -1ST LESSON FREE! Bass Tuition with professional bass player Andrew Challoner. Fun creative and relevant. Any style, age or ability. 1st lesson free! Lesson topics include fingerstyle techniques, pick playing, slap and pop, how to groove with a drummer, song writing, scales and arpeggios, walking bass, improvising, soloing, reading chord charts and notation, aural skills, styles from rock to reggae and everything in between, and performance. Northern Beaches/North Shore For more info www.andrewchalloner.com or www. myspace.com/andrewchalloner. Ph Andrew on 0410-625-981 for your free trial lesson iFlogID: N/A
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Photography...Get the right shot the first time at an affordable cost..Contact Mike 0447572106 iFlogID: 4631
competency level. The problem is the blank Fretboard. InteGuitar solves this problem by giving the Fretboard a temporary VISUAL INTERFACE to play the rudimentary OPEN and BAR chords of guitar in Weeks/Months not years. Play songs on guitar INSTANTLY For the price of $49.99 kit of 4 X Interfaces and Tutorial CD. The Interfaces DO NOT interfere with the playing of the guitar. Call us now on 0405 044 513 iFlogID: 2716
DRUM LESSONS / WORKSHOP Drum workshop for beginners with of the best drummers and teachers in Sydney Andy Binder. For more details, go to: http://bluenotestudios.com.au/drum_workshop.html iFlogID: 3270
GUITAR WORKSHOP FOR BEGINNERS Guitar workshop for beginners with one of the best guitarists and teacher in Sydney Harry Gusman. For more details, go to: http://bluenotestudios.com.au/guitar_workshop.html iFlogID: 3272
in the convenience of your own home. Fully experienced and qualified tutor. With 20 years of studio and live performance. Most styles including Rock, Pop and Jazz. Learn to play your favourite songs, practical theory, improvisation, proper technique.Beginners to advanced. Reasonable rates. Phone Oles on 0407413143 or email oa@olesart.com iFlogID: 4201
DRUM TUITION IN STANMORE Drum Tuition in Stanmore with a Billy Hyde Trained Teacher. (Dip Drums. Dip Ed). All ages and all styles. Beginners Welcome. Call Lee: 0403307796 iFlogID: 4210
TUITION WITH BROTHER JOHN. Fingerstyle guitar, open tunings, slide, flat picking, improvisation, country, blues, folk, celtic styles, music theory, ear training, singing and vocal harmonies. Banjo: up-picking and three finger picking. Mandolin, songwriting and arranging. All styles from Doc Watson and Mississippi John Hurt to Robert Johnson and Eric Clapton. www.acousticfingerpicking.com, www.rosestudios.com.au, tel. 0431953178 iFlogID: 4612
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All Levels and Styles, Learn to play having fun, record the lessons in video to watch again at home! $50 p/h. Call Roger 0404659197 iFlogID: 4233
Have you ever wanted to know how chords actually work? “All About Chords” is a single evening session designed to give musicians of all levels, beginner to advanced, the tools they need for writing and playing powerful and creative chords and chord progressions. Included with the session is a free copy of the “All About Chords Mastery Manual” which allows you to continue to build your skill with chord progressions well beyond the evening. If you’re serious about writing or performing music, you can’t afford to ignore the skills and information you’ll get in “All About Chords”. Places limited, book now at www.AllAboutChords.com.au iFlogID: 4673
A1 HOME CALL GUITAR TUITION A1 very experienced guitar teacher available for home call tuition.we come to you! become a better musician soon!based in sydney’s inner west.I had the best teachers,now you can too.learn the fundamentals that make a great guitar player!many styles taught in a relaxed,fun manner that will get you happening fast.ph 0421727864. iFlogID: 4240
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GUITAR & BASS ANNANDALE Tuition in Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Electric Bass. Beginners welcome (children 10+yrs). Teaching since 1988. All aspects of the instrument. Can also come to you. www. guitar-bass.com.au Terry 9660 5059 iFlogID: 4682
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From a working musician. Most electric & some acoustic styles. E-mail me at revjdlove@pacific.net.au iFlogID: 4765
Professional illustrator available for any project. Book covers, children’s books, album art and much more. Based in Melbourne, drawing world wide! Excellent rates. www.paulikin.com -Phone: 0403 996 129 or email paul@paulikin.com iFlogID: 4701
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ATTENTION ALL STUDIOS!! Attention all studios and music producers! Want to become an agent for Valleyarm? Valleyarm are a global digital music supplier and are seeking studios and producers Australia wide to be official agents, you’d be responsible for signing new bands and artists to add to our catalogue. If you ever have bands asking how they can get their songs on iTunes then this is the perfect chance to bring in extra revenue with excellent monthly bonuses available! Training and point of sale is available to get you started straight away. Email info@valleyarm.com or Call 03 9525 5589 iFlogID: 4684
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Get your song recorded with a music producer/multi-instrumentalist in a relaxed and creative studio. Real drums, bass, guitar & keyboards plus programming for all styles of music. Experienced in arrangement, composition, performance & production. Call Greg 0425 210 742 iFlogID: 3313
Located in outer Western Sydney. Privately owned rehearsal and recording studio professionally run by sound engineer/ musician now available for hire for select artists. Located on private acreage I have a great live jam room (30+ sqm), 1st class PA and mics with the option to record your rehearsal sessions. For a full list of equipment and services view my online ad or contact Scotty 0408 289 384 or scotty@ scottygraham.com.au iFlogID: 2627
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Session Bass Player Andrew Challoner is available for any recording projects from a full album in a professional studio to a single track in a home studio. Andrew is experienced in recording, has great time/ feel, quality gear, and knows how to groove. He has knowledege in any style and has the ability to create basslines that make your songs come alive. Andrew can read chord
One of the best. New PA, new carpet & fully aircondtioned. Phone: 02 8006 0904 http:// www.bluenotestudios.com.au iFlogID: 3244
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The Guitar is an easy instrument to play BUT it is an extremely difficult instrument to learn. Taking from 4 to 7 years to reach the
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SINGING TEACHER NYC TRAINED CONTEMPORARY AND MUSIC THEATRE SINGING TUITION. TRAINED WITH LEADING NYC VOCAL TEACHER WORKED WITH ARTISTS IE. AVRIL LAVIGNE, KELLY CLARKESON AND BEYONCE. WORLD RENOWNED VOCAL EXCERSISES TO VASTLY IMPROVE VOCAL TECHIQUE BASED ON EXCSERCISES FROM MANHATTAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC. LOCATED EASTERN SUBURBS. AVAILABLE TO TRAVEL. ORIGINALS WELCOME. AUDITION COACHING. 0435 426 012 iFlogID: 4452
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Spaces available. Specialized tuition from Don Hopkins. Improvisation, piano technique, theory. Songwriting skills. Reading music, chords. Individual sessions. Beginners to advanced. Get to where you want to be. 0295572130 donhopkins@me.com iFlogID: 3297
Taught at AIM, GIT USA and London, Munich University, Sydney Conservatorium. Played with Joe Pass, Robin Ford, Mike Stern, John Schofield. All styles taught beginners to professionals. Lewisham. 0416 738 397. www.jazz-planet.com/smckenna. steviegtrplaye1@optusnet.com.au iFlogID: 3966
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VIDEO / PRODUCTION LOOKING TO MAKE A MUSIC VIDEO? Are you looking to make a music video, but can’t afford the production costs? Utropea Films is currently seeking Sydney-based solo artists and bands for a 1-night show at a venue (to be confirmed) in July. All profits from the night will be used to fund the production of music videos for the performers involved. An established local profile is essential. Contact Gareth at gbeal@utropeafilms if this sounds like you! iFlogID: 4662
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The ultimate tribute to one of Australia’s most popular & successful bands, INXS! www.inxsshow.com For bookings contact Glenn - info@inxsshow.com iFlogID: 4755
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For original or cover bands. Many styles. Exp. in touring and recording. Good gear, transport and attitude. Email nathangray@ iinet.net.au iFlogID: 4649
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59 year old business man still with a passion. Competent player. Lead vocals, harmonies. Looking for covers band, or country rock. iFlogID: 4492
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GUITARRIST WANTS TO PLAY GIGS I’m a 22 year old guitar player looking for gigs with cover bands or originals. I can play a lot of different styles and I wanna play on stage as soon as posible. I can also do recordings. Send an e-mail to nikki.rausch@ hotmail.com or call me: Nikki- 0404963050 iFlogID: 3372
PRO GUITARIST AVAILABLE Available for your recording, fill-in gig or band. Highly versatile - jazz, blues, solo fingerstyle, slide, rock, country. Varied influences from Tommy Emmanuel to SRV to Satch, top quality gear and guitars, able to deliver a wide variety of sounds to suit your project. Call Scott 0400 391 400 www. reverbnation.com/scottyburford iFlogID: 4375
ELECTRIC BLUES GUITARIST Available. I specialize in playing all styles of blues. Swing, jump, shuffles, slow blues ect. Also experienced with heavy blues, funk & heavy blues/rock. Have toured nationally & played festivals ect. See www.myspace. com/samuelvernonbuckley ph 0407906389. iFlogID: 4481
LEAD GUITARIST AVAILABLE Lead guitarist looking to jam/form a heavy metal band, preferably on the central coast but willing to travel. Influences: Mercyful Fate, Judas Priest, Metallica, Iron maiden Blake 0403138542 iFlogID: 4774
MUSICIANS WANTED BASS PLAYER BASS PLAYER SOUGHT Drummer and guitarist seek bass player (18-30) to colaborate with on new project. Rock/progressive background preferable. Located northern suburbs of illawarra. No covers, strictly originals. Contact: 0432809385 or 0411579818. iFlogID: 2667
BASS PLAYER WANTED Easygoing fun person to do regular jams with drummer and guitarist for good times. Suit intermediate player who enjoys regular jamming and experimenting with different styles. Let’s see what opportunities unfold after this. Call Michael on 0402 112 557. iFlogID: 3143
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URGENT BASS PLAYER WANTED FOR 3 PIECE ROCK BAND NATIONAL TOUR WAITING. CONTACT WILL: 0417487317 iFlogID: 3785
BASSPLAYER WANTED we are 3 guys who have been around the block a few times and we have decided to form a new lineup to have some fun. we’ve been doing the odd gig with a fill in bass and are looking for a permanent. we are 38-48 and have been playing a long time. we’re doing covers at the moment to get started in the pub circuit. rehearsing at barden ridge(menai) we are easy guys and dont mind a beer or 2.. srv, chisel, ac/dc, diesel, anything that gets bums off seats. call 0420 317537 cheers! iFlogID: 3799
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Hey, we’re looking for a bassist who just wants to play music, yet great at ones craft. No egos, and must be easy to get along with. Influences are varied. More or less rock based. Would say punk meets psych meets pop and some grunge thrown in for good measure. We’re managed, and ready to play live. So if youre keen, why not give us a call. 0431317613 iFlogID: 3936
BASS PLAYER AVAILABLE Professional Bass Player Andrew Challoner is available for gigs; covers or originals, casual or permanent. Great groove/feel, quality gear, experienced in any style, large repertoire, reasonable rates and a good attitude! Also available for recording and tuition. 0410-625-981 www.andrewchalloner.com, www.myspace.com/andrewchalloner iFlogID: N/A
DOUBLE BASS PLAYER Double Bass Player / Bass Guitarist Available for working situation. Mature Age and very experienced in most types of music. 97590970 iFlogID: 3932
BASS PLAYER NEEDED Experienced saxophonist is looking for bands and studio sessions. Jazz, funky, afro, reggae, latin, rock, folk. If interested contact me at 0410041979. Cheers. Lorenzo iFlogID: 2848
PRO TROMBONIST AVAILABLE
PUNK SONGWRITER/BASS/ GUITARIST I’m looking for musicians to play in a punk band in the Penrith area. I’ve got half a dozen songs ready to play and working on more. I don’t care if you really can’t play (I can’t either- hence writing punk songs), but just want to get a band together for jamming and chaotic live performances. I can play bass or guitar, and have equipment for both. Listen to some of my songs on www.myspace. com/postalstrike. If you’re interested, email me at PostalStrike@hotmail.com. iFlogID: 4614
BASS PLAYER AVAILABLE
The Wonderful Lives need a creative bass player to join the band. Our music is original and we are inspired by artists such as Nick Cave, PJ Harvey, Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, Dirty Three, Arcade Fire and The Pogues. Check out our work at www.myspace.com/ thewonderfullives or www.thewonderfullives.com Call Lucas on 0414 391 550 iFlogID: 4024 Professional Trombonist available for gigs, session and tours. Jazz, Funk, Latin, Pop, Rock and Classical. Can sight read, improvise and write parts. Contact Brendan
BASS PLAYER NEEDED acoustic/electric rock band needs bass
player,age up to 35 with own gear and transport.varied influences.ready to gig. rehearsing at wetherill park. send e-mail to l_sinko29@y7mail.com or ring 0433531458 or 0420909588 iFlogID: 4070
METALLICA SHOW
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Talented female bass player for working covers/original Management backed band with top booking agent. Paid gigs waiting! 19-27yrs, own equipment/gear. No time wasters. 0409 567 181 or info@starpowerstudios.com iFlogID: 4271
Sydney band Crouching 80s Hidden Acronym (http://myspace.com/crouching80shiddenacronym) are looking for somebody to fill the void and step up as their permanent drummer!! We have only recently moved and our drummer is still back in Tamworth. So check us out, hopefully you dig us, if so give Dean a call on 0431477933 or e-mail me on dean.crowe@live.com iFlogID: 4377
3PCE ROCK BAND NEEDS DRUMMER
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THE UNFORGIVEN METALLICA TRIBUTE SHOW & BIGWAYOUT rock cover band requires a professional bass player for immediate start!! Agency backed, 8-12 shows per month. Your own form of transport and good gear a must.. Call John on 0416144111 iFlogID: 4083
BASS PLAYER FOR 60S POP GROUP Guitarist and drummer seek bassman for 60s pop/rnb group that encompasses authentic sounds of Brit Invasion (Beatles, Stones, Kinks, Yardbirds, Searchers, Pacemakers etc) & material of similar ilk (eg The Monkees, Billy Thorpe & The Aztecs, Easybeats etc). Also stuff by likes of Carl Perkins, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Eddie Cochrane & early 60s African/American and girl group music that inspired 60s UK beat bands. Solid gig experience, good gear, transport and vocals a must. Needs to be into and able to do 60s call/response harmonies. Age 40 - 55 preferred. iFlogID: 4152
Moderately sociopathic collection of retards seek bass player. You will have functioning hands, some kind of skill and a penchant for heavier music. Sanity optional. 0405 911 748 iFlogID: 4298
FEMALE BASS PLAYER: JOIN GIRLS Female bass player wanted to join 2 others - singer/songwriter/pianist & violinist for originals, all girl band. Seeking drummer and guitarist too. Easy acoustic through to soft pop/rock. Have label interest. Preparing to record/play live immediately. Lizzie 0412 858 152 iFlogID: 4306
WANNA BE IN MNY BAND??! Who wants to be in a all girls original pop rock band hav some fun and make some $$$?! Guitar/bass/drummer needed. Must be able to sing passable back up vox and luv performing!Practice 1-2 times per week. Gig asap. All ages welcome. www.myspace. com/nicolesero 0435 426 012 iFlogID: 4390
LOOKING FOR BASS PLAYER BASS PLAYER FOR MANAGED BAND
Looking for a bass player 18-24 likes punk,alt or metal or someone who likes to play rock. Must have good gear and transport and be able to rehearse once a week. Please contact Jason on 0403130356. iFlogID: 4423
FUNKY BASS PLYR Bass player needed to join Guitarist & Drummer. Practise every 2nd sunday, Fairfield. Originals & Rock classics.Call Andrew 0421760495 iFlogID: 4514
BASS PLAYER WANTED Bass player wanted for original pop/rock band, influences: Pink, Kelly Clarkson, Avril Lavigne, etc. Management secured, gigs waiting. Sydney area. E: john@bloodonbloodmgmt.com iFlogID: 4170
EL DUENDE NEED BASS PLAYER
We are a rock covers band playing classics from the 70’s to current styles. AC/DC is a big influence along with Guns N’ Roses, Pearl Jam and Hendrix. We are easy going down to earth people looking for the same. We’re looking for someone who is committed and doesn’t take themselves too seriously. We have a view to play local gigs around Wollongong and eventually doing originals and touring. If you’re interested in rocking your way to the top then look no further. Call Dale on 0409 408 596 iFlogID: 4573
BASS PLAYER WANTED
El Duende need a new bass player. Our sound: cross between the Saints and the Go-Betweens. We have: great songs, violin, brass section, 2 albums out with one on way. Call Daniel 0414 810232 iFlogID: 4178
BASS PLAYER WANTED FOR BLUES band. Want to put together a power trio. Need to be familiar with all the styles within within the blues genre swing, slow blues, shuffle ect & also able to move into funk & heavy blues/rock. See www.myspace.com/ samuelvernonbuckley Ph 0407906389 iFlogID: 4250
DRUMMER WANTED FOR BLUES BAND Want to put together a power trio. Need to be familiar with all the styles within the blues genre. Swing, slow blues, shuffles ect & also be able to move into funk & heavy blues/ rock. See www.myspace.com/samuelvernonbuckley or ph 0407906389 iFlogID: 4252
Intermediate to advanced bass guitarist sought to join our Sydney-based covers band. Our song list is based on influences of 70’s and 80’s rock. We’re currently a 3 piece rehearsing regularly at Homebush. We are aged from 30’s to 40’s, easygoing but serious about playing good music. Inquiries contact John on 0438 780 567 iFlogID: 4577
AVANT GUARD An avant guard group is searching for a double or electric bass player for spontanious improv situations. If you like Sun Ra, Zorn, AEC, boredoms, merzbow etc, than this would be a good way to get into the improv mindset which is so important to composition and playing in general. Don’t be afraid, come along, give it a go. Mark 0416 551 339 iFlogID: 4595
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HEAVY METAL DRUMMER WANTED! Drummer wanted to join melodic death/ black/thrash band. Must be determined, have tight footwork, blasts and creative fills. Easy going but professional environment. Band has lots of interest nationally and overseas plus distro deals on offer. Just need a drummer so we can get it all rolling. Ages: 18-30. Wollongong/Sydney based. Willing to travel for the right drummer if needed. Influences: Dimmu, Immortal, Old man’s child, Deicide, Megadeth, Slayer, Children of Bodom, Amon Amarth, Arch Enemy etc. www.myspace.com/asmodaiaus email: asmodai_aus@hotmail.com iFlogID: 3376
Sydney based metal band DESTEND is after a drummer, influences: slayer, kreator, megadeth, anthrax. Needs to be over 18, own transport, OPEN & commited, willing to experiment. Huge opportunities awaiting. Email us at destend@gmail.com, and visit myspace.com/destendband to listen to our songs. iFlogID: 3475
BASS PLAYER + DRUMMER WANTED I’m a Sydney based artist looking for a bass player and a drummer. I’d love to give everyone a go but we can only consider accomplished players. We are and will continue to be gigging regularly around Sydney. With the music getting regular airplay on FBI and attention from all the right people, we need musos that LOVE the music I do and believe 100% in it. Let Management know if you’re interested by emailing: management@taylorkingmusic.com or calling on 0404 370 768 Check out the music at my Myspace: www.myspace.com/taylorjking iFlogID: 3484
DEATH METAL DRUMMER WANTED Lower Back Problems needs new drummer www.myspace.com/lowerbackproblems Call Josh - 0403679099 iFlogID: 4142
BASS PLAYER WANTED METAL/HCORE
URGENT - DRUMMED WANTED
Bass Player Wanted for new Sydney heavy band, we have played shows & recorded an EP, currently writing new material, our studio is in mascot. ehdmetal@hotmail.com ...or... www.myspace.com/ehdmetal iFlogID: 4658
Urgent - Powerhouse drummer wanted for experienced 5 piece band. Newcastle area. Semi pro or pro. Covers plus originals. Hard rock, blues, pop, rock & roll, experienced band, gigged with the Angels. 2 booking agents, a lot of paid gigs booked, album 2010. Peter - 02 4984 4731 iFlogID: 4246
BASS PLAYER WANTED Female fronted originals band seeks musically open minded bass player. Rehearsing in inner west. We like PJ Harvey, Patti Smith, The Bellrays, MC5, Nick Cave, Thin Lizzy, The Rolling Stones, Black Sabbath. Call 0410 865 035 or email newtons4@ aapt.net.au iFlogID: 4699
Agency backed Sydney cover band requires a Bass Player with back up vocals 20-40 to join the band. Averages 5 shows a month $150 a gig. Must have experience a good attitude, stage presence and transport and able to start ASAP. Call Dean 0414 433 735 iFlogID: 4725
BASS PLAYER WANTED Female bass player/vocalist required for working covers band, easygoing, gigs booked, classics to modern, band ages between 23-40. Call 0416 216 970 or email metalwolf@optusnet.com.au iFlogID: 4739
equipment/transport essential, 3pce experience useful, live/recording experience essential, style roughly along the lines of Who/Jam/Mhead/Humble. Heavy rock NOT thrash, plenty of room for self expression but need to be ego/baggage free phil 0402069500 iFlogID: 4386
WANNA BE IN MY BAND??!!! Who wants to be in a all girls original pop rock band hav some fun and make some $$$?! Guitar/bass/drummer needed. Must be able to sing passable back up vox and luv performing!Practice 1-2 times per week. Gig asap. All ages welcome. www.myspace. com/nicolesero 0435 426 012 iFlogID: 4394
FUNKY RYTHYM SECTION WANTED!
Are you a shit-hot drummer, 18-22yo, frustrated at playing the same-old, sameold? Want more? Want to play hot original indie rock music with a band that’s going places? Want to push the envelope of your craft with band members who do the same? Check out our no-shit sounds (facebook. com/khanzmusic) and, if you reckon you can help us get to the stratosphere, give us a call and come show us your stuff. No attitudes please. Just a brilliant drummer who knows they can do better – all you need is the chance. This is that chance. Email us info@thekhanz.com.au or send a message on Facebook. iFlogID: 4543
Sydney based alternative, rock band are looking for a reliable, experienced drummer. Good equipment and own transport is essential. Our influences are Tool, Rage Against The Machine, SOAD, Alice In Chains, Nich Cave, Queens Of The Stone Age... Contact Kat: 0424372751,or via e-mail: katerina.zhelezkina@gmail.com iFlogID: 4545
DISTACT NEED NEW DRUMMER
DRUMMER WANTED Original Songs ready to be released. Need a Energetic, Self motivated Drummer who is seeking to play in a band. Project will be backed up by world renowned Producers & Promoters. For more information please call 0409811111 or (02)96359055. Ask for Luis. iFlogID: 4629
COOL STUDIO NEEDS NEW TEACHERS
Want to put together a power trio. Need to be familiar with all the styles within the blues genre. Swing, slow blues, shuffles ect & also be able to move into funk & heavy blues/ rock. www.myspace.com/samuelvernonbuckley ph 0407906389 iFlogID: 4435
COOL MUSIC STUDIO-NEEDS MORE TEACHERS!!!! looking for rock guitar and or drum teachers: must have band experienceStudio in Kings Cross area ::::::: please send resume or myspace page to= rocknroll@ hotkey.net.au iFlogID: 4735
Shangren - Asian folk metal is seeking a drummer, bass and er-hu player. Music can be heard at our myspace. If interested, Send a message to us at www.myspace.com/ shangrenmetal iFlogID: 4747
DRUMMER WANTED
SONS OF GENGHIS NEED DRUMMER!
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Bayonets For Legs are an Indie/Folk band looking for a drummer. Debut release coming soon, in mixing stages... check our music at : www.myspace.com/bayonetsforlegs If interested leave us a message... iFlogID: 4749
GUITARIST Sydney Based “Sons Of Genghis” need versatile drummer, if you play like primus meets Chilli Peppers, Faith no more meets Pantera,this is the band for you and we want your chops!! Check the sounds at www. myspace.com/sonsofgenghis. Call Jono 0410 330 702 or Andy 0420 771 357. iFlogID: 4485
DRUMMER & SINGER NEEDED Black wings need a rock n roll drummer and singer.. We are a sydney hard rock / heavy metal band influenced by Black Sabbath, AC/ DC, Judas Priest etc etc...... We have dozens of songs ready to go and we are all serious, dedicated musos. Check out our myspace
PRO GUITAR PLAYER WANTED Sydney band The Scarletts are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and committed guitarist to join their original rock/pop band. Also required to sing harmonies. 20-33 years preferred. Own gear and transport essential. www.myspace.com/the.scarletts Contact Susie:0432685806 iFlogID: 4222
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ROCK/POP GUITARIST WANTED! Sydney originals band The Scarletts are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and committed guitarist to join their original rock/pop band. Also required to sing harmonies/bvs. 22-33 years preferred. Own gear and transport essential. send us a message at www.myspace.com/the.scarletts or Contact Susie:0432685806 iFlogID: 4669
MATH METAL GUTIARIST sydney band nobody knew they were robots needs a new guitarist. play all over the country. 2 x old songs on www.myspace.com/ nobodyknewtheywererobots rehearse inner city. recording and touring soon. 18+ kind of mathmetal...... 0431 337 488 iFlogID: 4707
ANGUS YOUNG
Talented female guitarist (electric & acoustic) for working covers/original Management backed band with top booking agent. Paid gigs waiting! 19-27yrs, own equipment/ gear. No time wasters. 0409 567 181 or info@starpowerstudios.com iFlogID: 4273
Female guitarist wanted to join 2 girls singer/songwriter/pianist and violinist for originals, all girl band...looking for drummer and bass player too. Easy acoustic through to soft pop/rock. Have label interest. Preparing to record/play live immediately. Lizzie 0412 858 152 iFlogID: 4304
GUITARIST/SINGER WANTED We are a bassist and a drummer, looking to start an original alternative band. It wouldn’t hurt if you could play piano as well. Closest example of our style would be Muse however we’re looking to create our own unique, powerful, experimental sound. Preferably between the ages of 16 and 19. Needs the ability to write songs and lyrics. We want to start gigging and recording very soon. Ring or text Sid on 0411 595 665 if interested. iFlogID: 4315
Guitarist wanted, we rehearse in the inner west, influences = anything on Creation records or 4ad. Refer to www.myspace. com/ourpendingname for some starting off tracks and call Sam on 0415292247 if you’re interested. Own transport and good gear a must, backing vocals help. iFlogID: 4328
1 GUITARIST REQUIRED 1 band with label and management seeks shit hot guitarist!. NO IBANEZ (or Similar) players!! Go wank off to Steve Vai and don’t waste our time. If you play Fender, Gibson, Ricky, Gretsch or simliar and do so well and can sing harmonies please feel free to call for a chat. Recording with label and producer at the end of May so no fuck ups, experienced only need apply. Style if you like: The Stones, Zeppllin, Kasabian, Strokes, chances are we might like you! :).... If you like Nickelback, Steve Vai, or Creed go and shoot yourself in the head and get a Vasectomy PLEASE! Sound like your kinda gig? Call ZIPPY 0431 178 589 ps must be willing to record and tour heaps (also marriage and girlfriends may hinder your coke snorting whore mungering abilities so all things shall be considered upon application) iFlogID: 4364
their own set. Local/Backpackers/Internationals all welcome. iFlogID: 2923
MUSO’S WANTED TO JAM/ FORM BAND BLUES,METAL,HARDROCK,SURF,PUB MUSIC,ORIGINALS&COVERS,CALL 0424487379 iFlogID: 3192
SINGERS/SONGWRITERS/ ACCOUSTIC male or female singers/songwriters wanted to jam/perform open mic’s with on northern beaches, stevesbackintown@hotmail.com iFlogID: 3198
MUSO’S WANTED TO JAM/ FORM BAND MUSO’S WANTED TO DO OPENMICS WITH JAM/FORM BAND ON THE NORTHERN BEACHES INFLUENCES ROCK/METAL/ORIGINALS/COVERS/PUBROCK/ACCOUSTIC STEVE 0424487379 iFlogID: 3360
GET YOUR MUSIC ON RADIO! Want to get your music heard on radio? Australian Broadcasting Media(ABM) has over 30 radio stations so getting your music out there is no problem! Interested? email andy@zfmcountrywide.com iFlogID: 3458
DRUMMER LOOKING TO START BAND DIRTY DEEDS - Australia’s leading tribute to AC/DC are in need of a professional Angus Young impersonator for immediate work. If you look like Angus Young and are an Angus nut, you live and breathe AC/DC, you can get down on the floor and spin on your shirtless back while shredding to Whole Lotta Rosie - then we want you! This is the busiest AC/DC tribute show there is with the best crew so be prepared to commit fully. Send your bio, recent photos and any other supporting evidence of your bad self to info@ dirtydeeds.net.au for consideration. www. dirtydeeds.net.au iFlogID: 4723
GUITARIST FOR INDIE ROCK BAND
FEMALE GUITARIST - PAID GIGS
GUITARIST WANTED
DRUMMER NEEDED Drummer needed to join Sydney based vocal, bass and guitar. Songs written with another drummer, but a new perspective and ideas is welcome. Sound ranges from pulled back ambient sounds to heavy riffs and all in between. 4th member with equal input, own gear, imagination and an ear for what suits the song. Sound has elements of Radiohead, Tool, Split Enz ,Jeff Buckley. Matt 0405 756 733 iFlogID: 4358
If you take early Madonna & slap some Metallica guitars into the mix, what do you get? You get an Ultimate Frontress named Sophia Marie. Sophia Marie is a hard working female fronted band who has captured the hearts of Sydney. She has been featured on Rage and the highly rated music show Songwriters Across Australia. She has pushed the limits of being an independent artist through pure determination, drive, & persistency and is always on the move to use her creative mind to get her noticed. Sex appeal with this woman is extremely hot!!! Check out her music before you ring as its of the highest importance that you LOVE the music. WWW.MYSPACE.COM/ SOPHIAMARIESMUSIC CALL STEPHEN AT 0411433207 iFlogID: 3631
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SHANGREN - ASIAN FOLK METAL
DRUMMER WANTED FOR BLUES BAND
HARD ROCK GUITARIST WANTED
Looking for an experienced, professional guitarist to play in a cover band for weddings and corporate events. Located in the Eastern Suburbs area. Contact Eli on 0433938278 iFlogID: 4277
Hot talent Monannlisa Wilde needs versatile hard rock drummer. Original songs written. Gigs booked June. Sandra 0415 123 111 . iFlogID: 4400
We are a 4 piece folk/acoustic/blues/country band consisting of 2 x vox, 2 x guitars, double bass, stomp box and keys looking to find a drummer to add colour and energy to our songs. We play all original material and are currently gigging around Sydney and recording our debut EP in June this year. We play a mix of styles so looking for someone versatile. Must be willing to commit to at least 1 night a week rehearsal, gigs and festivals. If this sounds like you then please contact Susie on susiehurley@live.com iFlogID: 4425
Guitarist, keyboards, or any old things you play are wanted for new Central coast Indi outfit. Influences open. Current influences Beatles, kooks and kings of Leon new and old. Call Patrick 0415680575 iFlogID: 2988
EXPERIENCED GUITAR PLAYER
ROCK DRUMMER WANTED URGENTLY
FOLK/ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY DRUMMER
MUSO’S WANTED CENTRAL COAST
RHYTHM GUITARIST WANTED
New drummer needed full time for Hard rock outfit. Wollongong based. good heavy solid style required, looking to perform/ record asap. contact us at distract010@live.com or 0429728477. iFlogID: 4570
Drummer needed to form Sydney based band. Old drummer is moving interstate. I know you have heard it all before BUT you must have your own gear, transport, imagination and an ear for what suits the song. Double kick alway great but not a must! Previous sound has elements of Soundgarden through to The tea Party incorporating Rock riffs to heavy riffs and all in between. Practice Inner West. Sean 0432 869 076. To listen to previous work, visit: http://www. myspace.com/porcelaingrace iFlogID: 4398
G4 Guitar is an Australia wide network of Guitar Teachers who teach from their own homes and studios. With over 100 teachers we are the No.1 name in guitar tuition. We welcome both inexperienced and experienced teachers and we provide online training and support. To apply to become a teacher please visit our website at www. g4guitar.com.au or phone 0430-426137 iFlogID: 2631
acoustic/electric rock band needs rhythm guitarist,age up to 35 with own gear and transport.varied influences.ready to gig.to hear backing tracks go to-www.myspace. com/needthesinger rehearsing at wetherill park. send e-mail to l_sinko29@y7mail.com or ring 0433531458 or 0420909588 iFlogID: 4072
PORCELAIN GRACEDRUMMER WANTED
DRUMMER AND BASE PLAYER WANTED singer/musician looking for drummer and base player to jam with on weekends, form band, originals only, grunge blues punk.. get gigs, get label, rock world. must be alternative, intelligent, compassionate, gentle, a little left of centre, washed up and disillusioned.I’m daniel, 35 wahroonga, sydney. if this sounds like you, lets jam. I prefer that you have as little experience as possible, but a relentless beat... ph 0433345063 iFlogID: 4129
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funky rythym section wanted for dynamic sexy funk/rock/blues hip hop band.influences-the meters,early rhcp,sly stone,james brown,jimi hendrix,parliament/funkadelic. phone 0421727864. iFlogID: 4238
BASS PLAYER WANTED!
Stone Cry (band) with management and road crew seek competent bass player with gear and transport to tour country. Original rock band. Influences U2, Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chilli Peppers etc. Song from album, Love or War can be listened to at http:// www.stonecry.au.com Contact via email:
DRUMMER TO JAM/FORM BAND
We’re looking for a new bass player to come to the top with us. We’re a new hard rock band in the Inner West and we have already set up our own studio and we’re in the process of recording our demo. If you like rock or metal, rock with us! Contact: 0431 957 583 or max@razorheart.net iFlogID: 4643
BASSPLAYER WANTED We are a newly formed covers project looking for an enthusiastic Bassist to join our line up of guitar,drums and vocals playing a wide Scope of music from the 1950’s to the 2000’s. Must have own gear,transport and be able to rehearse on Saturday mornings from 10.00am ‘til 1pm. A good sense of humour,an ability to count and backing vocals(not essential but an asset) and looking to gig once to twice a month why not give us a call. David 0403059200 Peter 0414743875 iFlogID: 4262
Have you got a great attitude, a heart to serve and a desire for excellence? Cronulla Uniting Church seeks experienced drummers for Sunday Nite service @ 6.30pm. Ph: 95441144. www.worshipnites.com iFlogID: 2657
page and have a listen to our demos, we are serious and need someone serious who loves rock n roll... www.myspace. com/blackwingsaustralia 0415561740 OR 0435554559 iFlogID: 4527
hey im a 17 year old intimidiate drummer based in sydney looking to form a rock or punk rock band, a female singer is preferable, guitarist and bassist roughly the same age.dedication will be a big help for anyone willing to contact me as i am very dedicated and have a great love and passion for all music but none the less wana make awesome music so contact me via email indie_hindley@hotmail.com or call my phone 0406296033 and we will arrange what needs to be arranged. iFlogID: 3717
ELECTRONIC MUSIC GURU WANTED! ELECTRONIC MUSIC GURU WANTED FOR THE FLAMBOYANT Saba ‘FEELING FEMININE’ SHOWS! GOOD AT SEQUENCING AND PLAYING LIVE! INFLUENCES: LA ROUX, THE PRESETS, DELPHIC, HOT CHIP, MGMT. CALL SABA: 0410-450-375. CALL BEN: 0410344-107. iFlogID: 3822
INNER WEST MUSIC WANTED
Male or Female Guitarist needed to complete indie rock band, The Sculptures. You are 20-25 years old, passionate about playing music and have your own transport. Influences vary so go to www.myspace.com/ thesculptures to get an idea of what we’re about. Rehearsals twice a week in Belmore. iFlogID: 4745
17 YEAR OLD GUITAR PLAYER looking for another guitar player to jam or start a band with. I live in the south. Influences: Guns N’ Roses, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC. Call Tom on: 0401722767 iFlogID: 4760
KEYBOARD EXPERIENCED KEYBOARD PLAYER Looking for an experienced, professional keyboard player for a cover band for weddings and corporate events. A strong knowledge of computers is preferred but not essential. Located in the Eastern Suburbs area. Contact Eli on 0433938278 iFlogID: 4275
SKILLED KEYBOARDIST WANTED to complete lineup of new show. Ability to cover orchestrations and excellent sounds to match a must. High quality show with good pay. Contact: onemoreguitar@yahoo. com.au iFlogID: 4323
KEYBOARD PLAY WANTED KEYBOARD PLAY WANTED Dig this! Keyboard player required. Prefer Versatile Seasoned non working musician to form partnership with mature all-round vocalist. Excellent classic song, repertoire with charts. Rehearsal room, Parking. Good Vibe great opportunities “wiz” 93891805 0414 660 621 iFlogID: 4652
OTHER MUSO’S WANTED TO JAM/ FORM BAND muso’s wanted to jam form rock/metal band, steve,0424487379 iFlogID: 2814
MUSICIANS AND AUDIENCE WANTED
Are you an unsigned inner west band looking for exposure? We’re launching a community website for the inner west. We need tracks from local artists for our rotating local talent feature. This will be an ongoing project to help promote local bands. You get full credit, a link to your website/myspace/bio and we don’t sell or allow download of your music . . it’s basically there for local readers to hear and experience. There’s no cost (but we cant pay you, it’s about exposure) Interested? Send an email to admin@innerwestlive. com.au for more information. Rock on iFlogID: 3939
INNER WEST MUSIC BLOGGERS Do you love the inner west? Do you like to blog? If you blog about the inner west, this new community site would love to hear from you. It can be about anything, local music, bands, local events, arts and culture. Animal Welfare, politics, environment, dating and local anything. You’ll get full credit, your name and articles on a high volume site with bio and details. You own the copy. There is no set times you need to write, just when you feel like it. Want to know more? email admin@innerwestlive.com.au iFlogID: 3943
ULTIMATE INXS TRIBUTE SHOW!!! Lets see, currently there are 3 amazing INXS shows in NSW. KICK, Original Sin and What You Need. I reckon there is room for one more fitting tribute to this amazing band. I am a vocalist seeking musicians, incidentally I am also interested in a Doors tribute show as well:) Maybe even on the same bill?? There’s no time to waste! iFlogID: 4114
MUSOS WANTED FOR BAND guitarist ,singer song writer seeks lower mountains muso’s to form band. Drummer, Bassist, Guitarist and Vocalist welcome. Influences include The Cure, the Church, Bowie, Dylan etc Please call Dave on 0405059558 iFlogID: 4300
GUITARIST AND SINGER NEEDED! We are a dedicated drummer and bassist looking for a guitarist and singer to help form original alternative rock band based in sydney within the ages of 16 - 20, some influences are: Amy Meredith, Jet & Cobra starship.We would like to begin recording and gigging by the end of the year, we want to be a four - five piece band by the time everything is all set, and have fun making the music without wasting time. you can contact Hindley by phone: 0406296033 or Jonny via email: jono_1_2@hotmail.com iFlogID: 4302
TROMBONE FOR MEAN FEET
WANNA BE IN MY BAND??!!! Who wants to be in a all girls original pop rock band hav some fun and make some $$$?! Guitar/bass/drummer needed. Must be able to sing passable back up vox and luv performing!Practice 1-2 times per week. Gig asap. All ages welcome. www.myspace. com/nicolesero 0435 426 012 iFlogID: 4392
FEMALE GUITARIST REQUIRED All girl rock band Seraphim Blaze needs a second guitarist to complete their line up. We are a working band who want to make it big so if you are dedicated, can kick arse, take names and play call us today. For more info go to www.myspace.com/
Details: http://hotelwilliam.yayabings.com. au This is the underground melting pot of music jam sessions, organised by the Yayabings Music Club with the JazzKatts romping the Fusion Bar. Musicians/singers, comedians and artists at all levels perform by coming in on that evening. Totally impromptu and musicians may improvise with other musicians/singers or perform
Mean Feet Brass Band is still looking for a trombone player to join our exciting 8-peice, brass and percussion band. Our goal is to be working regularly (one paid gig per week) by the end of the year but there’s not much paid work yet. We have a regular last Friday of the month at the Excelsior in Glebe. www. myspace.com/meanfeetbrassband iFlogID: 4347
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band. We have day jobs, but we’re serious about music & having fun. Ability to play guitar or keys adv but not essential. aaabny@gmail.com iFlogID: 4162
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night. 8pm. Star Bar Theatre. 600 george Street (formerley Planet Hollywood)$10$15PP. Dinner and Show packages available. Great Music, Great laughs,Great Food, Great Fun. www.comedyintheraw.com.au or 95472578 iFlogID: 4502
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EXPERIENCED MUSO WANTED Piano Accordianist or Violinist to team up with Double Bassist who plays Electric Bass as well. STYLES: European Folk style thru to Gypsy Manouche, DJango Rheinhardt. Interested in exploring possiblities???? Call Garry anytime on (02) 9570 9501 or leave a message E-mail: annushkaswin@ hotmail.com iFlogID: 4671
SINGER NOEL GALLAGHER-OASIS COV BAND OASIS cover band needs a Noel Gallagher. That means a good singer with tight rythm guitar ability. Lead not essential. Good gear and transport required. Call Blake 0420 774 819 iFlogID: 3159
SINGER TO JAM/ FORM BAND wanted for duo openmic nights leading into the opportunity to form covers/originals band northern beaches area call 0424487379 iFlogID: 3348
GOSPEL SINGERS WANTED
we are the Dragstrippers and we desperatly NEED a mature frontman with a dirty voice for our band . experienced and willing to play gigs in sydney and beyond..thanx ROCK N ROLL iFlogID: 4172
SINGER - HARDROCK CONCEPT SHOW Singer still URGENTLY needed for Hard Rock Concept show GLAM SLAM. The majority of our set will cover classic 80’s hard rock ala Motley Crue, Guns N Roses, Bon Jovi etc throwing in the odd 70’s, 90’s and 00’s appropriate tracks. We have Drums, Bass, Lead & Rhythm guitars ready. We’re looking at gigging within 1-2 months tops after finding the right singer and aiming to play all range of different venues of which we already have interest in bookings. We need a singer who is versatile enough and has the vocal range required to sing these songs. No half arsed attempts please. We also need someone who is willing to play and look the part as it is a concept show as per 80’s glam hard rock.If this is something you can do and, just as importantly, want to do, please contact us. Contact Phil 0425 219 109 iFlogID: 4180
SINGER FOR GRUNGE/ROCK BAND Sydney Grunge/Rock band Samsara looking for a talented singer and front man to join a complete band looking to gig and record. An albums worth of music is already written but need vocal melodies and lyrics. Influences include Silverchair, Nirvana, Alice In Chains, Pearl Jam, Led Zeppelin, Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters, Black Sabbath etc etc. Contact Daniel: 0403 885 433, for more information and demos. iFlogID: 4187
SINGER WANTED Five world-class passionate vocalists wanted for a Gospel music CD project. Must have beautiful, passionate, powerful and devotional delivery. iFlogID: 3585
CAN YOU SING?!
4 piece band seeking a dedicated and keen vocalist to complete line up. Must have good range and be able to sing in key. You will need transport and be willing to practice either weekly or fortnightly. We rehearse at Marrickville. At the moment we jam to cover songs but eventually will lead to writing original music and a view to play live. We are into Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin,Sex pistols etc and base our sound around that in one way or another. Open to any age or sex. If interested please call 0405 657 413 iFlogID: 4203
Stately Manor Productions – Sydney’s newest Hip-Hop Production House are offering MC’s, Rappers and Hip Hop Artists the chance to RECORD FREE at our project studios and have a customised beat created. Get that song out of your head and on disc at professional release quality. www.statelymanor.com.au for details (submit your best track online). iFlogID: 4496
SINGER REQUIRED FOR DUO Very experienced guitarist seeks quality vocalist for duo - acoustic and with backing tracks. Gigs vary from pubs,clubs to private functions and weddings. Only reliable and experienced singers need apply; I would prefer to hear from people with bio/demo together. I live in northern Wollongong, gigs for the duo will range from south coast to Sydney, possibly Canberra if money is right. Call 0400 391 400 Scott iFlogID: 4522
VOCALIST WANTED Newly formed progressive hard rock band seek powerful, melodic vocalist. Ideally aged between 21-32 with previous live and recording experience. Influences include Mammal, Karnivool, The Mars Volta, At the Drive-in, Red Coats. For further info contact Adam on 0449781045 or email be.our. vocalist@gmail.com iFlogID: 4568
Rock Singer Wanted !
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EXPERIENCED SINGERS
The Cleftomaniacs, the enthusiastic 25-member a cappella choir who brought you the most recent Sydney A Cappella Festival, invite new members (especially those lovely bass blokes). Eclectic repertoire from classical polyphony to Elvis Costello and we love to gig! Rehearsals school term Thursday evenings in Waterloo. Contact Catherine 9388 7010 / 0414 517 010 / flittie@iinet. net.au iFlogID: 3688
CHARISMATIC, FUNKY VOX WANTED! Charismatic and dedicated Singer/Lyricist required by powerhouse funk/rock originals band. Based in Western Sydney we have our own recording and rehearsal studio, pro gear and smokin songs. We need a passionate and dedicated vocalist who understands phrasing and groove to complete the line up. You will feel comfortable singing over a powerful band and possess live/recording experience. Demo essential. For more info check out our online ad or Phone Scott 0408 289 384 or Faz 0410 927 176 iFlogID: 3727
Looking for a experienced and professional male and female singer to join a cover band for weddings and corporate events. Located in the Eastern Suburbs area. Contact Eli on 0433938278 iFlogID: 4279
FEMALE SINGER WANTED Female singer wanted for rock covers show Rockfest. You will be sharing the stage with a quality male singer and experienced musicians. Age and appearance not an issue. Quality and powerful singing ability a must. You will be covering the likes of Baby Animals,Divynals,Pink,Mellissa Ethridge, Paramore, The Donnas etc...... We reherse in the Campbelltown area. Plenty of work waiting. Phone Carcus on 0423264460 iFlogID: 4382
PORCELAIN GRACE-SINGER WANTED
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SKA SINGER WANTED We are a new band called Low Gear. Have had about 16 practices together at home, and now about 10 in a studio. We’re not looking for anyone interested in making money as soon as they join a band as we are not gigging yet, but will be looking to just for fun to start, then who knows. Whilst we dont like to admit to being influenced directly by any particular bands, we all like a mix of, The Specials, Toots and the Maytals, Madniess, Reel Big Fish, Prince Buster, Sublime as far as ska goes, we also individually have many opposing influences such as, The Clash, The Ramones, Stiff Little Fingers and thats just me! We have had a great time in the rehearsal rooms in Marrickville, Sydney for the past couple of months, doing 2 hours every fortnight until we get storage then looking to make it more regular. We are now finding that we are hitting a wall without a singer and are looking for someone to come along and give us some input and help us over this hurdle. We are looking for a singer who is decent, but doesnt feel the need to bash it out at 100% all the time, someone who can relax into a voice and also belt out some cheeky stuff every now and then too. If you feel you would have a good time practising with us, give us an email and see how you go. If you enjoy our company then I am sure you would be a welcome friend. iFlogID: 4579
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Original Songs ready to be released. Looking for an experienced and confident Lead Singer. Genre is a mix of Pop, RnB, Funk, Soul. Requirements: minumum 2-3years on stage experience, age between 20-26. Project will be backed up by world renowned Producers & Promoters. For more information please call 0409811111 or (02)96359055. Ask for Luis iFlogID: 4633
RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS SHOW Established and agent backed Oz Red Hot Chili Peppers Show are looking for a experienced singer. Must be based in Sydney, with own transport. info@ozredhotchilipeppersshow.com.au iFlogID: 4679
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SINGER-DANCERS WANTED! SINGER DANCERS WANTED FOR THE FLAMBOYANT Saba ‘FEELING FEMININE’ SHOWS! STYLISH ELECTRO-POP CABARET! THE MORE FLAMBOYANT THE BETTER! CALL SABA: 0410-450-375. CALL BEN: 0410344-107. iFlogID: 3824
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FEMALE SINGER WANTED We are looking for an open-minded and charismatic artist. Experience not necessary. Keyboardist optional. Preferred age: 16-26. We are a new band looking to jump into the live music scene. Located in Bondi, our influences include blues, punk, rock and funk. Jam and practice sessions twice a week. Call Bo on 0401365924 or Email on andrewakman2001@gmail.com. iFlogID: 4442
DIRTY DEEDS - Australia’s leading tribute to AC/DC are in need of a professional Brian Johnson impersonator for immediate dep work. If you look like Brian and can scream your lungs out in the style of Johnson to all the AC/DC classics - then we want you! This is the busiest AC/DC tribute show there is with the best crew so be prepared to work. Send your bio, recent photos, mp3’s or any other supporting evidence of your bad self to info@dirtydeeds.net.au for consideration. www.dirtydeeds.net.au iFlogID: 4731
SINGER WANTED Singer required for working New Orleans styled funk band. 0400313959 iFlogID: 4751
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The next SPTUG event will be held on May 18th, 6.30pm for 7pm at Trackdown in Moore Park. SPTUG is for any one who is interested in pro audio & Pro Tools. Hear Eden of Song Zu chat about his time working on projects for Baz Lurhmann, Gwen Stefani, Lamb, and even Holly Valance! COST: Free- all welcome RSVP: fass.shortcourses@uts.edu.au LOCATION: Trackdown Recording State. Building 125, The Entertainment Quarter. Lang Rd, Moore Park, NSW 2021. Join us at www. facebook.com/sydneyprotools iFlogID: 4584
PRO TOOLS/LOGIC TRAINING UTS:Pro School offers high quality, professional short courses in Digidesign Pro Tools 8 designed to improve your music and audio postproduction skills. PT 101 12-13 July PT 110 14-16 July PT 201 19-20 July PT 210M 21-23 July Logic Pro 101 7- 9 July Ring 9514 9931 or go to http://www.utsproschool.uts.edu.au to book your place iFlogID: 4586
Take Note Coach, Lizzie, offers singing and piano lessons for beginners through to performers, children and adults. Learn universal principles while discovering your own style and sound. 1 hour @ $55. 1/2 hour @ $30. Location: Coogee. Tel 0412 858 152 Email takenotecoach@optusnet.com.au iFlogID: 3928
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This 5-week stand up comedy course gets u on the fast track of stand up comedy. Covering writing and stage techniques to prepare U for the spot light! How to develop a solid 3-5 minute comedy routine based upon any and all topics! Plus as an added bonus, All graduating students will perform live and be videotaped at Sydney’s Comedy Court stand up show and competitions. www.comedyintheraw.com.au or 95472578 iFlogID: 4506
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ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS FOR GUITAR 4 WEEK COURSE GETS YOU PLAYING GUITAR OR KEYBOARDS FAST. CHORDS,SONGS,THEORY,INDIVIDUAL TUTION. CALL DAVID ON 0412360275 ANNANDALE AREA ,SYD iFlogID: 4182
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in the convenience of your own home. Fully experienced and qualified tutor. With 20 years of studio and live performance. Most styles including Pop, Rock and Jazz. Beginners to advanced. Good results guaranteed. Reasonable rates. Phone Oles on 0407413143 or email: oa@olesart.com iFlogID: 4531
100 COLOUR POSTERS ONLY $80 Do you need an affordable Illustrator? Freelance illustrator Paul Ikin has a 3 year Advance Diploma in Illustration and can create a range of styles for your project. No hidden cost at an affordable price. Album Covers - Book Sleeves - Children Books Online Images - Fliers - Posters - Editorial Artwork. Visit www.paulikin.com - T: 0403 996 129 World Wide based in Melbourne iFlogID: 4160
olesart.com
ADULTS ONLY LESSONS!
lessons in vocals, guitar, piano, drums, violin, bass, saxophone in comfortable commercial premises. Group or individual one-on-one. Best rates! Kogarah & Beverly Hills ph:1300 787 697 www.jumbonote.com.au iFlogID: 3625
WANTED The next SPTUG event will be held on May 18th, 6.30pm for 7pm at Trackdown in Moore Park. SPTUG is for any one who is interested in pro audio & Pro Tools. Hear Eden of Song Zu chat about his time working on projects for Baz Lurhmann, Gwen Stefani, Lamb, and even Holly Valance! COST: Free- all welcome RSVP: fass.shortcourses@uts.edu.au LOCATION: Trackdown Recording State. Building 125, The Entertainment Quarter. Lang Rd, Moore Park, NSW 2021. Join us at www. facebook.com/sydneyprotools iFlogID: 4588
IN4MAL ENTERTAINMENT
IMMORAL FASHION
PI BAND ART AND DESIGN
in the convenience of your own home. Fully experienced and qualified tutor. With 20 years of studio and live performance. Most styles including Rock, Pop and Jazz. Learn to play your favourite songs, practical theory, improvisation, proper technique.Beginners to advanced. Reasonable rates. Phone Oles on 0407413143 or email oa@olesart.com iFlogID: 4193
GUITAR LESSONS Lessons for Beginners starting from scratch, to intermediate & advanced.I like to work mostly on guitarist’s technique so that they can improve their playing in their own time lowering the need for lessons & spending $.Lessons available after 5pm weeknights. Phil 0425 219 109 iFlogID: 4212
OTHER BASS GUITAR AND EQUIP WANTED Bass Guitar and Equipment Wanted for Cash 0403357019 iFlogID: 3930
WANTED NEW FASHION DESIGNERS
CASTING THE WITCH’S CIRCLE
BRAIN JOHNSON
Rhythm Guitarist and Bassist looking for a confident Singer. Male or Female. 20-30 yrs old. Wanting to form an alt/rock/pop band. We have good gear and transport. Jam at Zen’s Studios in St Peters regulary. Our previous work/influences can be viewed at: http://www.myspace.com/porcelaingrace Singer must have ability to write lyrics and melodies. Myself, rhythm guitarist and bassist do also write lyrics and contribute to melodies. If you are keen for a jam you can call or txt me on: 0432 869 076 -Sean iFlogID: 4410
Introduction to ableton live course available that will end with you writing your very first track!! Max 2 people per class. One on one tuition also available, cheapest rates available. As we are a small school we are able to spend more time with you for less cash, and we adore doing what we do!! Call Hz Music 0402 85 87 87 iFlogID: 2760
1100 FULL COLOUR POSTERS = $80
SYDNEY PRO TOOLS EVENT: 18 MAY
LOUD, RUDE AND DIRTY SINGER Hi, we are Did Not Finish (DNF) and we’re are looking for a lead singer. Male or female isn’t important, what is important is a very strong stage presence aged between 18 - 28 and have the attitude to front a rock band. We have a full set list of original songs and will be looking to start gigging as soon as possible. For examples of our sound please check out myspace.com/banddnf. If interested please write to us at banddnf@myspace. com Somebody close to the city with own transport and available to rehearse Sunday evenings will be a big advantage. iFlogID: 3746
TUITION
MAKING MUSIC FOR THE STARS
Want a logo to differentiate yourself from other bands? We can make you stand out from the rest! Boggleworks are currently offering a special price of $250 (RRP $349) for your very own custom designed logo. Visit www.boggleworks.com for more info. Be sure to enter the promotional code “IFLOG” for the special discount! iFlogID: 2808
FEMALE VOCALIST FOR FEMALE DUO I need a fill - in Professional Vocalist for my Duo, from July thru to End of Dec, as my Duo Partner is happily awaiting her next child. $150.00 per night Cash. 1 to 2 nights a week....sometimes 3. I will supply everything, you just need to walk in. Mostly 60’s thru to 80’s, with a few modern songs thrown in. Gigs Waiting, Clubs only, Sydney Area. Requirements: Must be able to Sing Harmonies, Must Be between 30 and 40, Must be Outgoing and Friendly, If this sounds like you Please Call Suszanne on 0412 030 874 iFlogID: 4667
PARTY & FUNCTION PHOTOGRAPHY
ICE CREAM FACTORY PHOTO STUDIO Inexpensive photo/video studios for hire from $150. Located at Turrella (10 mins drive from Newtown) iFlogID: 4768
EARPLUGS FOR MUSICIANS
Hi I’m Brad, I’m 23 and i live on the northern beaches. I’m trying to start a Punk Rock band and I cant do it by myself. If you can play the guitar or drums or whatever and want to start a band, then please call me. I don’t care how good or bad you are at your instrument-your probably better than me! My influences are The Clash, The Ramones and The Pistols. My No. is 0404 909 416 iFlogID: 4561
rickville, Sydney - NSW Australia Established by musicians, for musicians and operated by musicians. Brand new sound system, great sound, relax atmosphere, friendly service, brand new carpet and fully aircondtioned. http://www.bluenotestudios.com.au iFlogID: 4741
100% devotion to music and the packaging it comes in. Pi (Paul Ikin) has a Complete Design Studio aimed at album cover design, packaging and Band Websites. Based in Melbourne Central Complex its easy to get to. Some of the services include * Art Layout design for CD’s/Digipack/Gatefolds, * Vinyl Sleeves 12” & 7”, and professional Band Websites. Feel free to visit our site to find out more about our services www.paulikin.com iFlogID: 4626
ImmoralFashion.com.au - For some of the best and the cheapest alternative footwear and fashion for Guys and Gals in Australia. New Rock, Demonia, Tripp NYC, Dusk Moth and more to come... iFlogID: 4429
STAND UP COMEDY COMPETITIONS
Feros Group and in4mal entertainment present open mic nights. We provide entertainers and musicians for private functions and parties. Paying gigs available for acts selected at auditions. Taren Point Hotel Wednesdays, Lone Pine Tavern Saturdays, Panania Hotel Friday fortnightly, Amber Ale Annandale Friday fortnightly, Harp Tempe Thursday fortnightly. Covers and original acts. Bands-Duos-Solos. Contact Mal 0413735773 www.myspace.com/in4mal_ entertainment iFlogID: 4721
Next time ‘they’ call you a Witch you will be! Begin your journey to experience the ways of the Witch & psychic development. 4 weeks, (3hr x 4). Classes provide detailed theory & practice. It’s the best way to make a serious start in Coven-based Witchcraft. 13 places. See www.WitchesWorkshop.com iFlogID: 4308
GUITAR LESSONS
Launch my label fashion show is looking for new up and coming Australian fashion designers who want to showcase their collection on 27th May.Please contact chicpetiteevents@hotmail.com iFlogID: 4052
DRIVER/S WANTED
REHEARSAL STUDIOS MARRICKVILLE
ILLUSTRATOR AVAILABLE
Comedy Court and Quick Some Comedy Quick, presents Australia’s only live audience digital voting stand up comedy competition and show featuring up to 10 comics per week plus audience open mic (do u have what it takes?) Every Friday and Saturday
Blue Note Studios - Rehearsal Studios - Mar-
Fully experienced and qualified tutor. With 20 years of studio and live performance. Most styles including Rock, Pop and Jazz. Learn to play your favourite songs, practical theory, improvisation, proper technique, etc. etc. Beginners to advanced are wellcome. Arguably a much better service then most ot the music schools can provide. I put a lot of emphasis on individual talents and abilities. Lessons conducted in the convenience of your own home. Reasonable rates. Phone Oles on 0407413143 or email oa@
Are you looking for a cheap way to get interstate? Wicked Campers often look for drivers to get a vehicle one way and you can score the ride for free. Just pay petrol and a bond for the van. Drop them a line on 1800 24 68 69 and ask them more about free Relocations iFlogID: 4550
• 98 • THE DRUM MEDIA 18 MAY 2010
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Drum Sticks
Planet Waves CT09 Chromatic Tuner
DW “3 Drumsticks” 5A Acorn or Olive Wood Tip Drum Sticks (4 Pack)
RIDICULOUS! $19.99
WOW! $75
Microphone
Plus get a HQ 6” Eco Practise Pad for $1
SE X1 studio condenser mic
WOW! $299 Plus get a SE Dual POP filter for $1
Controller Korg Nano Key USB Controller - Black
WOW! $69
Gui t ar Strings Buy any set of Rotosound Strings & get the same set FREE!
Drum Head
Gaffa
Evans EC2S Tom Pack Clear 10”, 12” & 14”
CRAZY! $15
SIZZLING! $79 Plus get an Evans 14” Power Centre Snare Head for $1
Offers valid May 17 -23, 2010.
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