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INTERVIEW CONTINUED FROM P32 Fuck no. Not the type of RnR dream I imagined as a 7 year old! Hahaha! I didn’t think I’d have to overcome stage fright again, and arsing around with the more pragmatic and systematic sides of music (business!) BUT I’ve also never felt more intouch with myself, my music and the audience. The current show involves some story-telling about my experiences growing up in music, as well as the things I’ve learned through recent mental health challenges. I feel like this tour is one of the most important tours I’ll ever do, because it’s teaching me so much and setting me up for the future on a spiritual level! The feedback has been magical! I’ve met some really special people this year – purely from being myself. You are on your way up to The Byron Guitar Festival, on 12–13 October, have you played in Byron before? Did your previous tours ever bring you here to perform, at the BluesFest perhaps? I LOVE BYRON! It was always a family holiday location and I have many amazing musical memories attached to it. The first Byron show I ever did was BluesFest around ‘95! Last time it was with my old band, Nat Col & the Kings when we also played BluesFest. It’s a special place.
What can your fans up here expect from your Byron Guitar Festival show? I’ll be playing my latest music using a hybrid duo set up. Myself on guitar and vocals, my mate Kenny Jewell on guitar and BV’s and a few extra colours using an SPD and stomp board. Whilst my material centres around blues, it’s by all means no longer traditional. Traditional blues didn’t allow me to express what I wanted to express, so it leans toward many other styles. Depending on the environment, I’ll be telling a few stories and may get up with a few mates too! What else is on the cards for you in 2019-2020? Any big news you’d like to share with the people up here in northern NSW? If last year was about dipping my toe in the water, this year was about swimming. I swallowed a bit of water for a while, but definitely free-styling now! Next year I want to be surfing– by doing some mad collabs, expanding on my YouTube channel with a filmographer on the road and the completion of an album! I wouldn’t say there’s a tonne of stuff on, but it’s all purposeful. For me, it’s all about purpose these days!
RIDE LIKE A GIRL Ride Like a Girl is an Australian biographical drama following the story of Michelle Payne - the first ever female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. History was made in 2015 as
Payne crossed the finish line with 100-1 odds against her. The film takes us on the journey of Payne’s life. Horse racing was in Payne’s blood. Having grown up around horses,
from her earliest moments she dreamed of winning the Melbourne Cup. Aimed to be empowering and inspiring, the film delivers this by cohesively including real life footage alongside pivotal scenes in the film. Critics had a lot of good things to say about the film, especially as it was director Rachel Griffiths’ debut film. Griffith’s successful film was backed up by a great Australian cast including the likes of Teresa Palmer (Michelle Payne), Sam Neill (Paddy Payne), Magda Szubanski (Sister Dominique) and Sullivan Stapleton (Darren Weir).
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Session Times: Thu 10 Oct - Wed 16 Oct
FAMILY SELECTION GREEN LIGHT 71 min Q&A screenings Fri: 6:30, 7:00PM JOKER 122 min (MA15+) NFT Daily: 10:30AM, 1:00, 3:30, 5:00, 6:00, 7:30, 8:30PM GEMINI MAN 117 min (CTC) NFT Daily except Sun: 1:15, 3:45, 6:15, 8:40PM Sun: 12:15, 2:45, 5:30, 7:50PM HUSTLERS 109 min (CTC) NFT Daily except Fri, Sun: 1:30, 3:45, 6:15, 8:30PM Fri: 1:30, 3:45, 6:15PM Sun: 12:50, 3:10, 7:40PM ABOMINABLE 97 min (G) Daily: 10:00AM, 12:15PM AD ASTRA 123 min (M) Daily except Fri, Sun: 10:45AM, 4:20, 6:50PM Fri: 10:45AM, 4:20PM Sun: 10:10AM, 4:20, 6:50PM AMAZING GRACE 88 min (G) Daily: 2:00PM ANGRY BIRDS 2 97 min (PG) Daily except Tue: 2:15PM Tue: 10:15AM, 2:15PM
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THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE 2 ABOMINABLE DORA & THE LOST CITY OF GOLD UGLY DOLLS
BIRDS OF PASSAGE 125 min (MA15+) NFT Daily except Fri, Sun: 3:30, 6:00 Fri: 3:30PM Sun: 2:50, 5:20PM DORA AND THE LOST CITY OF GOLD 102 min (PG) Daily except Sun: 10:00AM, 1:20, 2:30PM Sun: 10:00AM, 12:40, 2:30PM DOWNTON ABBEY 122 min (PG) Daily except Sun: 11:00AM Sun: 10:20AM GOOD BOYS 90 min (MA15+) Thu, Mon-Wed: 4:00, 8:30PM Fri: 4:00PM Sat: 8:30PM Sun: 5:15PM METALLICA AND SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY: S&M2 150 min (CTC) Fri: 7:00PM ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD 161 min (MA15+) Daily except Fri, Sun: 12:45, 8:30PM Fri: 12:45PM Sun: 12:10PM
PALACEENCORE: ROSEMARY'S BABY 137 min (M) Fri: 8:30PM PALM BEACH 97 min (M) Daily: 11:50AM RIDE LIKE A GIRL 96 min (PG) Daily except Fri, Sun: 10:30AM, 4:00, 6:15PM Fri: 10:30AM, 4:00, 8:30PM Sun: 10:00AM, 3:20, 5:30PM SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK 107 min (M) Daily except Fri, Sun: 8:30PM Sun: 7:50PM THE GOLDFINCH 149 min (M) Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: 10:15AM Mon: 9:00PM Tue, Wed: 1:00, 6:15PM THE LION KING 2019 118 min (PG) Daily: 12:00PM UGLY DOLLS 87 min (G) Daily: 10:00AM WORKING WOMAN 93 min (CTC) Daily except Sun: 11:00AM, 4:00, 6:20PM Sun: 10:15AM, 4:00, 7:15PM
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PAVAROTTI
The world premiere of this romantic drama about Italo-Australians in 70s Sydney reveals that love, like life, can never be perfectly arranged. Starring Paul Mercurio and Tina Arena.
Luciano Pavarotti’s charm, charisma, and ability to hit the High-C earned him a level of renown on par with the biggest pop stars, in Ron Howard’s inspiring documentary, it is easy to see why.
WED-SUN SESSIONS (ALL NFT) TOMORROW'S A NEW DAY (M) Wed 11:00am LET ME INTRODUCE YOU TO SOFIA (M) Wed 1:30pm BANGLA (M) Wed 6:20pm 100 STEPS [RESTORED] (M) Wed 8:30pm ORDINARY HAPPINESS (M) Thu 1:30pm IF LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS (M) Thu 6:20pm, Sat 6:30pm THE LAST KISS (M) Thu 8:30pm
THE INVISIBLE WITNESS (M) Fri 1:30pm PROMISED (PG) Fri 6:30pm DON'T STOP ME NOW (M) Fri 8:40pm, Sat 8:30pm MICHELANGELO ENDLESS (ALL) Sat 2:00 THE CHAMPION (M) Sat 4:15pm ASPROMONTE: LAND OF THE FORGOTTEN (M) Sun 1:30pm IF ONLY (M) Sun 3:30pm PAVAROTTI (CTC) Sun 6:30pm
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Nathan Cavaleri is at the Byron Bay Guitar Festival this weekend at the Byron Brewery. Tix are $50 for one day or $90 for two. Workshops, stalls, seminars, guitar displays and some bloody awesome players! Saturday and Sunday. For tix and program go to byronbayguitarfestival.com
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WITH VENUS AND MERCURY, PLANETS OF LOVE AND CHAT IN THE SIGN OF ASKBUT-I-MAY-NOTANSWER, WELCOME TO THIS WEEK’S MYSTERY DANCE...
ARIES: Aries are passionate people with strong convictions – which are likely to be appreciated and applauded when next week kicks off with Aries’ full moon blast of heat. Some folk won’t be interested in your lunar celebration, but surely that’s a good thing. TAURUS: This week, Venus and Mercury make it worthwhile giving some thought to how you might synch with someone else’s communication style for pleasure, profit and/or problem-solving. Otherwise, is it time to cut the cord? If you can’t talk directly to the person involved, discuss with a third party before taking action. GEMINI: With Gemini’s primo planet Mercury joining Venus in clean-upyour-act mode, the next few weeks are your prime time for taking-care-ofbusiness, getting the house in order, efficient organising, simplifying, downsizing and ruthless pruning. And, if you absolutely have to, the time to consult Marie Kondo. CANCER: Full moons are always full on for the water-oriented Crab clan, and with the current lunar riptide surging through your emotional ocean, before submitting to the urge to nip, you might like to know that this week’s people aren’t all the forgiving kind. Is it really worth attracting blowback by sharing that piece of your mind? LEO: This is unequivocally a time to be mindful of how you express yourself. You might think you’re entitled to sound off, but if others disagree or take offence, like it or not, you may be the loser. If you’re the one on the receiving end of some tough love, use it as constructive feedback. VIRGO: If life tends towards serious and intense this week, it’s crucial not to lose your sense of humour. Moods could change abruptly from fun to furious, with innocent remarks being barked at – but between the dramatics (peaking around full moon) there’s plenty of in-depth discussions and stimulating exchanges to engage in.
. LIBRA: For the next three-plus weeks, Venus is a sensible sensualist who likes a good time, but also keeps a keen eye on finances. And while you prefer being diplomatic, this week’s fiery in-your-face full moon could leave no option but to speak out directly for what you need, or what’s fair and equitable. SCORPIO: Mercury’s already been buffing up Scorpio communications, now Venus joins the quicksilver planet for almost a month of Scorpionic fun – which tends to the intense side. A full moon caution; before you pull the plug on something that’s bugging you, sleep on it. Talk it through. Is there a better solution? SAGITTARIUS: With Mercury in its acid-tongued transit, smart Archers will avoid sarcasm, however tempting; recipients aren’t likely to find it amusing and why make enemies you don’t need? Your intuition is extremely keen this week, so listen to its cues and clues – especially during flaming, impetuous, outspoken full moon. CAPRICORN: With Mercury and Venus in your house of friends, groups and general camaraderie, you’ll be relying on team Capricorn’s trusted allies if this incisive week opens up an old wound or brings unexpected news. Silver lining? October’s potent full moon could initiate deep healing of an ancient issue. AQUARIUS: Sharing deep feelings doesn’t come easily for water pourers; though the lead-up to this week’s potentially explosive full moon might see that happening, ready or not. Try to keep cool, step away if you need to, and even if you’re not in agreement with everyone, look for a compromise you can all live with. PISCES: Whether you’ve caught itchy feet from out of town visitors, or it’s just the spring travel bug biting, a refreshing getaway could be just what you need – especially as this week’s people could be blunt and brusque, with a sting in their delivery. Don’t take it personally, do take some distance…