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Two-time NME Award winner and Mercury Prize nominee Jamie T returns to our shores this January 2015 for his first Australian tour in almost six years. With one of the most distinctive voices in music, Jamie T’s edgy, smart, punk-inflected pop has been seducing audiences all over the world for the past 10 years, and nowhere more than here in Australia. The Australian tour announcement coincides with the release of Jamie T’s third and much anticipated new album Carry On The Grudge. Catch Jamie T at The Hi-Fi January 23 or The Forum January 24.

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TULLY ON TULLY

Tully on Tully will launch their new single Two Birds at Melbourne’s Shebeen on Friday October 31. Prepare yourself for a foundation of floating synthesisers, simple melodies and an interesting rhythmic structure calling back to yesteryear. Two Birds holds your heart in its hand with a slightly clenched fist before finally letting it go and allowing the immense wall of sound to fill your body with joy and a sense of release. Ahhh so many feelings. Tickets available through the venue.

TRIVIUM

You can’t hold back those rabid fans of Trivium and In Flames, who’ve already snapped up all available tickets to the monstrous 170 Russell show on Sunday November 23. Missed out on tickets? Well you’re in luck. A second and definitely final Melbourne show has been announced for Monday November 24 at 170 Russell. Tickets are on sale now and are available through Oztix.

LET THEM EAT CAKE

Returning for round three, Let Them Eat Cake have locked in a gargantuan lineup of underground electronic talent. The 2015 festival will feature performances from Alexander Nut, Axel Boman, Ben Pearce, Bob Moses, Carl Craig, Cashmere Cat, DJ Sneak, DJ Vadim, Dov1, Fatima, Goldie, Hudson Mohawke, KiNK, Midland, Mr. Carmack, Psychemagik and Todd Terje. It takes place on New Year’s Day, Thursday January 1, at Werribee Mansion.

After sifting through hundreds of submissions from Victorian artists, Bank of Melbourne has announced the 12 finalists of its community-driven music initiative, Melbourne Music Bank. The list of finalists boasts a variety of genres, including folk, pop-rock, hip hop and instrumental. The shortlisted finalists include Alex Brittan, Boyeur, Davies West, Heloise, Matt Walters, NY, Richard Cashion, Rick Steward, Selki, The Lion, This Public Life and Under The Arch. Members of the public are now invited to vote for their favourite act and narrow the field to four semifinalists. The final four acts will perform their song at the Melbourne Recital Centre in front of an expert panel, who’ll determine the 2014 winner of Melbourne Music Bank. Voters can share in a bundle of weekly prizes including Melbourne Recital Centre tickets, iTunes vouchers and the best prize of all time, tickets for a hot air balloon ride with Melbourne Music Bank Ambassador Ella Hooper. To learn more about the finalists, listen to their songs and cast a vote, visit bankofmelbourne. com.au/melbmusicbank. Public voting is open until Sunday October 12.

REAL ESTATE

Brooklyn’s Real Estate have announced they’ll bring their brand of sunny suburban guitar-pop to our shores for three very special shows next February. The fivepiece are currently touring on the back of their latest album, Atlas, which was released to widespread critical acclaim last March. Feburary’s tour marks the band’s first headline shows since their sold-out debut visit in 2012, which was followed by an appearance on the Laneway circuit in 2013. Joining them in Melbourne will be local act Dick Diver. Real Estate will play The Corner Hotel on Wednesday February 25.

TUMBLEWEED

After the recent passing of their bass player Jay, Tumbleweed have announced three Victorian tribute shows this November. Tumbleweed are now focused on raising awareness about important issues and supporting those dedicated to making the world a better place. Their first target, non-profit conservation organisation Sea Shepherd Australia, are helped along by the band’s new music video for single Drop In The Ocean. Tumbleweed will play two shows at The Gasometer Hotel on Thursday November 13 and Friday November 14.

THE RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS

American post-hardcore outfit The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus will play a string of intimate gigs this December. Despite selling out shows across the country the last time they were here, the five-piece will play more intimate venues this time around. The tour comes on the back of their fourth studio album, 4, which will be given out to ticket holders for free through a digital download. The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus will play an 18+ show at The Evelyn Hotel on Friday December 19 and an all ages show at Arrow on Swanston on Saturday December 20.

LINDI ORTEGA

Canadian country sensation Lindi Ortega has announced her return to Australia in October with headline shows in Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide and a nationwide tour with American singer/ songwriter Justin Townes Earle and rising star Marlon Williams. She will also perform at the inaugural Out On The Weekend Festival in Melbourne. Catch her in Melbourne at The Corner Hotel Thursday October 16 with Justin Townes Earle, Saturday October 18 at Out On The Weekend Festival and Sunday October 19 at The Toff In Town with Tracy McNeil and Rob Snarski.

THE WAIFS

After a sold-out national tour earlier this year, fans of The Waifs have been taking to social media, begging for more. Now their calls have been answered with a run of dates scheduled for November and December. Singer songwriter and good friend Liz Stringer will head up special guest duties at most shows and Sal Kimber and The Rollin’ Wheel will take the stage at The Corner Hotel on Monday December 1. BEAT MAGAZINE PAGE 16

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The Kooks have locked in their biggest ever Australian tour. No strangers to Australian shores, the band were last here on a sold-out tour around Groovin The Moo in 2013. Their 2015 visit follows the release of their latest studio album Listen. They’ll be joined on the tour by The Griswolds and Catfish and the Bottlemen. It all goes down on Saturday January 24 at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

THE CRATE DIGGER RECORD FAIR

The Crate Digger Record Fair is shuffling its way up Ruckers Hill to set up shop in Northcote Town Hall as part of Darebin Music Feast. The town hall was heaving last year, and this year will be no different, with swarms of hungry fossickers expected to stop by and walk out the door with heavy bags of records. Thirty stallholders from Melbourne, regional Victoria and New South Wales will be selling, half of which are selling from private collections, so there won’t be many John Denver, Kamahl or Jim Nabors records kicking around – just stuff you actually wanna buy. Don’t miss out. Sunday October 12 from 12pm.

MAN UP FESTIVAL

This year Cherry Bar and Yah Yah’s are joining forces with White Ribbon. This White Ribbon Day both venues will be hosting events to create greater awareness of Australia’s campaign to stop violence against women. Across the two venues, the officially sanctioned event will feature performances from Redcoats, Don Fernando, The Mercy Kills, Chris Russell and more, with all proceeds going to White Ribbon. The shows will take place at Cherry on Friday Nov 21 and Yah Yah’s on Saturday November 22.

JOSH PYKE

Josh Pyke has announced the third and final leg of his national Lone Wolf solo tour, adding further shows this November/December across regional Victoria. The tour will take in Castlemaine, Ballarat, Geelong and Warrnambool. The Lone Wolf tour has been a year-long pilgrimage for Pyke, selling out capital city theatres in February and March, followed by an extension on demand to another 12 towns and regional centres mid-way through the year. Beginning Thursday November 20 in Castlemaine at the historic Theatre Royal, the final leg of the Lone Wolf tour will take in Ballarat on Friday November 21, Saturday November 22 in Geelong, and Sunday November 23 in Warrnambool.

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In October last year, Yeo presented yet another incarnation of his career-defining musical evolution in the form of a lo-fi, proto-R&B jam called Girl. It was met with instantaneous approval from countless blogs internationally. In April, Yeo revealed the second offering from his forthcoming debut EP, the infectious Kobe. The Come Find Me EP features both Girl and Kobe, as well as a pair of unreleased songs, Move It Or Lose It and Always Open. Catch Yeo when he plays these tracks and more at Shebeen in Melbourne Saturday November 8.

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Pop-punk rockers Yellowcard will be returning to Australian shores with Mayday Parade in July 2015. The band are set to drop their seventh studio album Lift A Sail via Cooking Vinyl Australia October 10. Yellowcard were Down Under just last year to celebrate the tenth anniversary of their most acclaimed album to date – Ocean Avenue. Yellowcard will be tearing up the stage at Margaret Court Arena in Melbourne Saturday July 11 2015.

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MAYFAIR KY TES

Melbourne five-piece Mayfair Kytes are launching their brand new single Seasonal Thaw from their forthcoming EP Animus at the Gasometer Hotel on Saturday November 1. The debut single from the Matt Kelly and Austin Busch fronted-outfit features players from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, as well as Simon Mavin and Paul Bender from Hiatus Kaiyote. Their sound incorporates elements of folk, jazz, chamber music and post-rock all tied together by tightly layered and interlocking vocal hooks and ‘60s-inspired harmony arrangements. Tickets to this special show are available now from Oztix.

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Perth post-hardcore outfit Dropbears will make the trip east for the first time in over two years for a series of shows next month. They’ll be touring on the back of their second EP Elusive, which was released back in July. Since their formation in 2010, the band has played alongside the likes of Saviour, Make Them Suffer, Dream on Dreamer and Common Bond. Their latest single, Gutterbrain is out now. Dropbears will hit Bendigo Hotel on Thursday October 23 and an all ages show at Wrangler Studios on Friday October 21.

MEGAN WASHINGTON

Due to popular demand, ARIA Award-winning songbird Megan Washington has announced a national run of tour dates in early 2015, taking her newly released album There There out on the road. After selling out shows across the country in August and performing a series of free pop-up shows in September, Megan was urged by her fans to deliver more live dates. There There, Megan’s second album, was released earlier this month and generated rave reviews from fans and critics alike. Tickets are on sale now through Oztix.

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After an incredible 18 months following the release of their critically acclaimed LP The Hypnotiser, Cash Savage And The Last Drinks have announced a handful of hometown shows as they begin to road test songs for album number three. Get your drinks at Howler on Saturday October 25, Sookie Lounge on November 1 and The Flying Saucer Club on Friday November 7.

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The uniquely haunting sound of Melbourne gothicsynth heavyweights The Night Terrors will echo through Town Hall this Halloween when the trio gets its hands on the Grand Organ. The Night Terrors will use a free one-off Halloween performance to launch their new EP Pavor Nocturnus: A composition for Grand Organ, theremin, electronics and percussion percussion. Following their 2012 Grand Organ performance as part of Melbourne Music Week, The Night Terrors composed and recorded the album on Australia’s most revered and dynamic pipe organ. Students from RMIT University will add to the drama with a series of short premieres in which the Grand Organ is triggered by computers. Expect to hear profound sub-bass, rippling sonic textures and an insight into the new sounds of the decade ahead. Doors open at 7.30pm, entry is free.

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The 2013 winners of the Carlton Dry Global Music Grant, King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard, bailed on Melbourne and took off overseas for a while with their winnings. What is the first thing Saskwatch would if you won the $50,000 award? We’d be doing the same. We’re already heading over to the States for our first time straight after the awards so obviously the grant would be making a huge difference. It was great to see Gizz really make the most of the grant, inspiring. If there is one reason why you think you guys deserve to win the Music Grant, what would it be? I wouldn’t say we deserve to win anything to be honest, there are a lot of deserving bands out there. But touring in Australia and overseas as a nine-piece band with sound engineer is definitely an expensive exercise at the best of times. It would certainly make a huge difference to us. How did you manage your time so well between constant touring, as well as the recording of your new LP, Nose Dive? It’s just worked out really well, we’ve been really lucky. We were touring our single Hands and in

between shows in QLD we were driving out to Fernvale to record with Magoo. We love to keep busy and work hard. For new listeners, describe the sound of your newest album, Nose Dive, in a few short words. It’s ‘soul-influenced’ still. I think we just tried to write some better songs and made a conscious effort to try and make more an ‘album’ as opposed to a group of songs. Has a lot changed between the recording of your debut album in 2012, Leave It All Behind, and the release of Nose Dive, musically and professionally? Totally. I think we’ve all really galvanised even more as friends and as a band. We’ve kind of relaxed a little bit and are comfortable being who we are, since playing at Uni etc. We’re just very happy with what we’re doing and want to push ourselves, and enjoy what we’re doing as well. SASKWATCH are nominated for the Carlton Dry Global Music Grant; $50,000 for the purpose of helping a band launch overseas. The AIR Awards take place at the North Melbourne Meat Market, Wednesday October 8.

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With the announcement that the Byron Bay instalment of Falls 2014/2015 has now sold out, the festival has revealed that The Strokes front man Julian Casablancas has been added to the lineup with his beat driven band The Voidz. They dropped their debut album Tyranny just last week via Casablancas’ record label, Cult.

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AWME 2014 have announced directors and bookers from some of the world’s finest festivals and agencies in its first lineup of international speakers and delegates attending AWME this November. Some of the names include Malcolm Haynes from Glastonbury Festival, Chris Frayer from Winnipeg Folk Festival and Jerome Williams from Earthbeat. Alongside the conference program is an incredible lineup of artists from across Australia, the Pacific and around the world, who are all set to showcases at inner city venues including the Arts Centre Melbourne, The Hi-Fi, The Toff In Town, Ding Dong Lounge, Shebeen and Lounge. The AWME 2014 conference takes place from Thursday November 13-16 across Melbourne’s Arts Centre.

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COLD WAR KIDS

Californian indie crew Cold War Kids will visit Melbourne as part of their Falls Festival sideshow schedule. The ‘Kids have recorded five albums, with the latest, Hold My Home, due out in October. Cold War Kids play The Hi-Fi on Monday January 5.

SBTRKT

SBTRKT has locked in a Melbourne show to coincide with his Falls appearance. The masked wonder will be returning to Australian shores following the release of his sophomore studio album, Wonder Where We Land. He’ll hit The Forum Theatre on Wednesday January 7. Tickets through Handsome Tours.

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MILKY CHANCE

German duo Milky Chance will play their first ever Australian headline shows in Melbourne. After turning heads with debut record Sadnecessary and its single Stolen Dance, Milky Chance have been in hot demand around the globe. They bring their blend of folk, soul and electronica to Melbourne’s 170 Russell on Tuesday January 6.

Fresh-faced UK singer George Ezra will play a headline date in Melbourne next year, alongside his Falls Festival appearances. It’s not his first Australian festival visit, but the last time round was a little different – Ezra was backpacking Down Under and flipping burgers at Splendour In The Grass before his Budapest single shot him to fame. Wanted On Voyage is the debut album that’s confirmed he is, yes, very much wanted. He’ll hit the Corner Hotel on Wednesday January 7.

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THE TEMPER TRAP

The Temper Trap will play their first Australian headline shows in more than a year alongside their Falls Festival appearances. The foursome, now based in London, have been working away at their upcoming third album. In the meantime, the Falls sideshows offers a rare chance to see The Temper Trap back on home soil. They’ll hit 170 Russell on Monday January 5.

THE BL ACK LIPS

Southern-styled rockers The Black Lips are coming our way on the back of their latest record, Underneath The Rainbow, after a lengthy world tour that’s taken them all the way from North America to the Middle East. Catch ‘em in Melbourne on Tuesday January 6 at The Hi-Fi.

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Icelandic ‘it’ boy Ásgeir has announced he’ll play a Melbourne show in January. Ásgeir was here just a few months ago for Splendour In The Grass and blew crowds away. Catch him on Friday January 9 at The Forum.

No strangers to our shores or the festival scene, Freedia has previously performed at Melbourne Festival and the illustrious Meredith Music Festival. Get yo’ twerk on! It goes down at Howler on Tuesday December 30.

JOEY BADA$$ AND RUN THE JEWELS

Explosive hip hop dudes Joey Bada$$ and Run The Jewels will perform a co-headline date in Sydney alongside their Falls Festival engagements this summer. Brooklyn’s Bada$$ is tracking towards his debut studio album, B4.Da.$$, due out this year, while Run The Jewels are coming back our way after rapturous receptions at their Laneway Festival shows last summer. Catch them at The Forum on Thursday January 8. Tickets go on sale 10am Thursday October 2 through Live Nation.

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GL ASS ANIMALS

Oxford's Glass Animals have quickly become one of buzziest buzz bands of recent times. Vocalist and songwriter David Bayley creates a sound with its roots spread between the electronic and live instrumentation. The result is the warm, narcotic space between a downbeat, slow-burning groove and electro-pop catchiness. They play The Hi-Fi on Saturday January 10.

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INTERNATIONAL VERUCA SALT Corner Hotel October 1 SEPULTURA 170 Russell October 1 LISTEN OUT FESTIVAL Royal Botanical Gardens October 4 DOOMSDAY FESTIVAL Yah Yah’s October 4, The Tote October 5 DIRE STRAITS EXPERIENCE Palais Theatre October 5 ALT J The Forum October 6 MILEY CYRUS Rod Laver Arena October 10 JEFF MILLS AND THE MSO Hamer Hall October 10 KING SALAMI LuWow October 11 THE TEA PARTY Palais Theatre October 12 REGGIE WATTS The Forum October 13 DWARVES Barwon Club October 16, The Evelyn October 17 JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE Corner Hotel October 16, Out On the Weekend October 18 SAY ANYTHING Corner Hotel October 17 COMEBACK KID Central Bar October 18, Phoenix Youth Centre (AA) October 19 LINDI ORTEGA Out On the Weekend October 18, The Toff in Town October 19 RYAN BINGHAM Out On the Weekend October 18, Northcote Social Club October 21, TORCHE Corner Hotel October 18 THE SELECTER Hi-Fi October 18 NIKKI LANE Out On the Weekend October 18, The Toff In Town October 22, Northcote Social Club October 23 A MOVING SOUND Foxtel Festival Hub October 21 RODRIGUEZ Palais Theatre October 25 ELBOW The Forum October 28 DREAM THEATER Palais Theatre October 29 MINNESOTA VOODOO MEN LuWow October 31 WANGARATTA JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL Various Venues October 31 – November 3 TIME FOR THREE Hamer Hall Novemeber 1, 2 AQUA Palais Theatre November 3 SOULS OF MISCHIEF The Espy November 3 BEN OTTEWELL Northcote Social Club November 5 ROLLING STONES Rod Laver Arena November 5, Hanging Rock Macedon November 8 MARIAH CAREY Rod Laver Arena December 7, A Day On The Green November 8 JOE SATRIANI Palais Theatre November 8 KATCHAFIRE The Hi-Fi November 8 MANCHESTER ORCHESTRA Corner Hotel November 13, 14 SEAN PAUL Festival Hall November 14 KATY PERRY Rod Laver Arena November 14, 15 ACCEPT Corner Hotel November 15 TORI AMOS Palais Theatre November 15 A WINGED VICTORY FOR THE SULLEN Melbourne Recital Centre November 15 JIMMY EAT WORLD The Forum November 17 YES Palais Theatre November 18 PRONG Hi-Fi November 21 KIMBRA Hi-Fi November 22 TRIVIUM & IN FLAMES 170 Russell November 23, 24 MAX RICHTER Melbourne Recital Centre November 24 BROODS The Forum November 25 JAKOB Ding Dong Lounge November 27 THE BLACK SEEDS Prince Bandroom November 27 THE DATSUNS Ding Dong Lounge December 5 SLEEP Corner Hotel December 6, 7 JOAN ARMATRADING Melbourne Recital Centre December 8 ICE CUBE The Forum December 9 THE LEMONHEADS Corner Hotel December 9 JAMES HOLDEN The Hi-Fi December 10 HARRY MANX Bella Union September 10, Sooki Lounge September 11, The Spotted Mallard September 12 UB40 Palais Theatre December 11 FACTORY FLOOR Howler December 11 CLOUD NOTHINGS Corner Hotel December 11 CYPRESS HILL The Forum December 11 DAMON ALBARN Palais Theatre December 12 PHOSPHORESCENT Corner Hotel December 12 DE LA SOUL 170 Russell December 12

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WHO'S ON TOUR, WHERE AND WHEN

MEREDITH MUSIC FESTIVAL Meredith Supernatural Amphitheatre December 12 – 14 THE WAR ON DRUGS Meredith Music Festival December 12 –14 TY SEGALL Corner Hotel December 14 THE SKATALITES Corner Hotel December 18 SCOTT RUSSO AND PHIL JAMIESON Corner Hotel December 19 THE RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS The Evelyn December 19, Arrow on Swanston December 20 (AA) BEN FOLDS Hamer Hall December 20 FALLS MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL Various locations December 28 – January 2 BIG FREEDIA Howler December 30 BEYOND THE VALLEY Phillip Island Circuit December 30 – January 1 COLD WAR KIDS The Hi-Fi January 5 THE TEMPER TRAP 170 Russell January 5 THE BLACK LIPS The Hi-Fi January 6 MILKY CHANCE 170 Russell January 6 SBTRKT The Forum January 7 GEORGE EZRA Corner Hotel January 7 ASGEIR The Forum January 9 GLASS ANIMALS The Hi-Fi January 10 MARDUK AND INQUISITION Northcote Social Club January 14, The Hi-Fi January 16 THE 1975 Festival Hall January 15 EVERYTIME I DIE Corner Hotel January 16 JAMIE T The Hi-Fi January 23, The Forum January 24 SUGAR MOUNTAIN January 24 THE KOOKS Sidney Myer Music Bowl January 24 JOHHNY MARR The Forum January 31 CHIODOS Corner Hotel January 31 SUZI QUATRO Melbourne Arts Centre February 6 STING AND PAUL SIMON A Day on the Green February 7, Rod Laver Arena February 10 DANIEL ROSSEN Northcote Social Club February 15 ROXETTE Rod Laver Arena February 20, Rochford Wines Yarra Valley February 21 SOUNDWAVE FESTIVAL Flemington Racecourse February 21, 22 THE EAGLES Rod Laver Arena February 22, Hanging Rock Macedon February 28 REAL ESTATE Corner Hotel February 25 SAM SMITH Margaret Court Arena April 30 PALOMA FAITH Palais Theatre May 5 YELLOWCARD Margaret Court Arena July 11

NATIONAL SHEPPARD Ormond Hall October 2 COURTNEY BARNETT Corner Hotel October 2,3, 4, 5 BAD//DREEMS Shebeen October 3 TIMBERWOLF Gasometer Hotel October 3 THE PEEP TEMPEL The Tote October 3, Reverence Hotel October 31 MIGHTY DUKE AND THE LORDS Chopped Fest October 3, Post Office Hotel October 4 THE CAT EMPIRE Festival Hall October 4 BONJAH Hi-Fi October 4 THE DEMON PARADE Grace Darling Hotel October 4 CONTRAST Boney October 4, Old Bar October 10 CHOPPED FESTIVAL Newstead Racecourse October 3 – 5 DOCKLANDS BLUE MUSIC FESTIVAL Harbour Town, Docklands October 5 CARLTON DRY INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS Meat Market October 8 STRUMARAMA Prince Of Wales October 8 DAREBIN MUSIC FEAST Various Venues October 8 – 19 BERTIE BLACKMAN The Corner Hotel October 9 THIRSTY MERC Melbourne Public October 9 MIA DYSON Howler October 10 ORPHANS ORPHANS Shebeen October 10 BLUEJUICE Hi-Fi October 10, 11 (AA) MELBOURNE FESTIVAL Various Venues October 10 – 28 SINCE I LEFT YOU - A CELEBRATION OF THE AVALANCHES Foxtel Festival Hub October 10,11 DMA’S Northcote Social Club October 11 ANTISKEPTIC The Evelyn October 11

MIKELANGO Foxtel Festival Hub October 14 – 16 BASENJI Liberty Social October 17 AVEIRA SKIES Wrangler Studios October 17 OUT ON THE WEEKEND Seaworks, Williamstown October 18 JIMMY BARNES Palais Theatre October 18 SCREAMFEEDER The Curtin October 18 THE BLURST OF TIMES FESTIVAL Seaworks, Williamstown October 19 DROPBEARS Wrangler Studios October 21 (AA), Bendigo Hotel October 23 THE BEAUTIFUL GIRLS Spirit Bar October 23, 170 Russell October 24 POP CRIMES Foxtel Festival Hub October 23, 24 LANKS Shebeen October 24 CROOKED SAINT Northcote Social Club October 24 JOELISTICS Northcote Social Club October 24 THE MEANIES Hi-Fi October 24 CASH SAVAGE AND THE LAST DRINKS Howler October 25, Sooki Lounge November 1, Flying Saucer Club November 7 URTHBOY Foxtel Festival Hub October 26 LANIE LANE Corner Hotel October 29 MISSY HIGGINS Regent Theatre October 29 DON WALKER Bella Union October 29 AUGIE MARCH Howler October 29, 30, 31, November 1, 2 THE MARK OF CAIN 170 Russell October 31 DAVEY LANE Northcote Social Club October 31 TULLY ON TULLY Shebeen October 31 NIGHT TERRORS Melbourne Town Hall October 31 GRAVEYARD TRAIN The Forum October 31 DAVEY LANE Northcote Social Club October 31 AMAYA LAUCIRICA Worker’s Club October 31 BRIGGS The Espy November 1, Workers Club November 3 RADIO BIRDMAN Corner Hotel November 2, 3 GOSSLING Corner Hotel November 6 DRUNK MUMS Howler November 7 TEX PERKINS AND THE DARK HORSES Yarraville Club November 8 THELMA PLUM Corner Hotel November 8 YEO Shebeen November 8 ONE ELECTRIC DAY Werribee Park November 9 HAND OF MERCY The Evelyn November 13, Phoenix Youth Centre November 14 TUMBLEWEED Gasometer Hotel November 13, 14 AWME FESTIVAL Various venues, Melbourne November 13 – 16 MELBOURNE MUSIC WEEK Various venues, Melbourne November 14 November 23 HILLTOP HOODS Margaret Court Arena November 14 DANIEL LEE KENDALL Shebeen, November 14 EZEKIEL OX Grace Darling November 14 RIVER ROCKS Barwon Club Hotel November 15 C.W STONEKING The Forum November 15 JIMMY BARNES A Day on the Green November 15, December 13, 20 LITTLE MAY Northcote Social Club November 21 YACHT CLUB DJS Corner Hotel November 22 THE PREATURES The Forum November 22 DOWN ON THE FARM Emu Plains Racecourse Reserve November 22 HAT FITZ AND CARA ROBINSON Thornbury Theatre, November 23 LULUC Northcote Social Club November 28 THE SMITH STREET BAND Corner Hotel November 28 VIOLENT SOHO 170 Russell November 28 PARADISE MUSIC FESTIVAL November 28 – 30 QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL Queenscliff November 28 – 30 HUSKY Hi-Fi November 29 THE WAIFS Queenscliff Music Festival November 29, Corner Hotel December 1 THE BLACKEYED SUSANS The Spotted Mallard December 5, Caravan Club December 6 NICK CAVE The Plenary December 16, 17,18 DEAD LETTER CIRCUS The Hi-Fi Bar December 20 GROUNDSWELL MUSIC FESTIVAL Lake Tyers Beach, East Gippsland January 10 UNIFY FESTIVAL South Gippsland January 10 – 11 BEECHWORTH MUSIC FESTIVAL Madman’s Gully Amphitheatre, Beechworth January 24

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BALLARAT BEER FESTIVAL City Oval, Ballarat January 24 RIVERBOATS MUSIC FESTIVAL, Echuca-Moama February 13- 15 CHEAP TRICK AND THE ANGELS The Forum Theatre February 13 MEGAN WASHINGTON 170 Russell February 13 VANCE JOY Palais Theatre March 13 KYLIE MINOGUE Rod Laver Arena March 18 ROLLING GREEN FESTIVAL Rochford Wines Yarra Valley April 5 THE BLACK KEYS Rolling Green April 5, Margaret Court Arena April 7 RUMOURS: PINK FLOYD, MOGWAI, WILLIAM BASINKSI = NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

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JEFF MILLS

& T H E M E L B O U R N E S YM P H O N Y O R c H E S T R A L i g h t f r o m t h e o u t s i d e W o r L d a t m e L b o u r n e f e s t i va L by tyson Wray

There are few names as revered as Jeff Mills in the techno world. A founding member of the legendary Detroit outfit Underground Resistance (of which he has never officially left), Mills has pioneered the genre like few others. However, his artistic endeavours have never been restricted to music. Over the course of his career, Mills has worked within the many realms of film, dance and contemporary art. He’s explored the concept of sound environment in the exhibition Diaspora at the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris, at Sonar Festival in Barcelona he created a sculpture-installation Mono dedicated to Stanley Kubrick’s film 2001: a space odyssey, and in the past he has collaborated with prestigious institutions such as Cinémathèque Française, Cité de la Musique and Nuit Blanche, just to name a few. Now, as part of the 2014 Melbourne Festival, audiences will get the chance to witness one of his most ambitious projects to date - Light from the outside World.

Light from the Outside World will allow fans to experience Mills’ music like never before. The 90-minute arrangement will see Mills weave his signature deck and drum machine magic alongside the 60-piece Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Conducted by longtime Mills collaborator Christophe Mangou, the piece is a joint work with film composer Thomas Roussel, interlacing classical, jazz and pulsing electronic music (which includes many of the classical cuts from Mills’ highly celebrated back-catalogue, such as The Bells and Sonic Destroyer). “It’s a concept ± it’s a theory about reality,” he notes carefully when describing the show. Mills is speaking to Beat from Paris, where he currently has an ongoing artistic residency at Le Louvre. “It addresses the idea that the time and space that we feel that ‘we’re in’ isn’t necessarily what we perceive it to be. Maybe it’s an extension of some sort of reflection of a time from somewhere else. The lives that we think we’re living - maybe that’s not the case. Overall, it’s the idea that there’s something much, much larger and much greater. There’s something much more than what we can imagine. It’s referencing the idea that our time is limited - that it’s sensitive. “Our reality is something that is tangible, but it’s something that’s subject to change beyond our control. Light from the Outside World is a compilation of tracks that relay a certain type of sentiment. I chose these compositions from my catalogue because to me they symbolise certain points in my life where things had changed.” Light from the Outside World was first performed in 2012 with the Orchestre National d’Île-de-France at the Salle Pleyel in Paris, and has since been performed at Casa da Música in Porto and OdeGand Festival in Belgium. However, it’s not the only time that Mills has fused together electronic music and classical. In 2005 he became the first DJ to collaborate with a symphonic orchestra when he performed a piece titled Blue Potential with the Montpellier National Orchestra at the ancient Roman aqueduct bridge Le Pont du Gard in southern France. In 2013, he presented a new piece called Where Light Ends with l’Orchestre BEAT MAGAZINE PAGE 22

symphonique de Bretagne in St Brieuc and Rennes. In fact, each and every time that Mills has collaborated with a symphonic orchestra, the performances have always sold out. This occurrence shows no signs of stopping, with all of the tickets to his show with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra being snapped up well in advance.

“IT’S A THEORY ABOUT REALITY, IT ADDRESSES THE IDEA THAT THE TIME AND SPAcE THAT wE FEEL THAT ‘wE’RE IN’ ISN’T NEcESSARILY wHAT wE PERcEIVE IT TO BE”

“The decision to mix these genres together, electronic and classical, and to this level, I think it’s really longpast due,” he notes. “It should have been happening much sooner than now, especially considering how close that they are - in the type of emotion that they can convey. With electronic music, if you take away the clubbing/nightlife aspect of it and you take the away the seemingly-main objective of making people dance and you just look at it as art form, it’s easy to see that it’s really not that different from beautiful classical music. Lots of string arrangements are often considered for the same reasons. Percussion is used for the very same reasons. It’s always had this very close connection, I feel - especially in Detroit. We always tried to have this very similar structure. For classical music, I think it’s very important to see if it had the ability to be current - that it could speak to younger people. I think that’s something that Light from the Outside World really conveys.” While long overdue, Mills also believes that within the fusion of these genres, paying respect to both was imperative. “I wrote the original compositions and played a very big role in the way that they were translated for the orchestra,” he details. “Some

modifications to the songs had to be made, but it was very important for me that while it is an orchestra performance, it had to retain as much of the character of electronic music as possible. There needed to be compromises but I didn’t think there should be a reduction of the systems that both of these genres use. “For the performance, I contribute the electronic music component; the sounds that the orchestras aren’t able to create with their instruments. A lot of the tracks that have a certain type of tempo that I support with electronic machines.” No stranger to Australian shores, Mills’ has toured many times to perform his highly-regarded DJ sets, last returning in June 2013. His 2014 visit will feature three DJ sets around the country and his Melbourneexclusive collaboration with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. “If we’re lucky, people will leave thinking that what they just witnessed was not electronic music or classical - but that they heard something different,” he notes of how he hopes audiences will receive the performance of Light from the Outside World. “Something in-between. Something that is difficult to describe. Something that they have enjoyed. “Some people may ask the question, ‘What exactly is it going to be?’ We’re in the 21st century; we shouldn’t be seeing things simply like where we came from or what we’re used to. I think this performance is something that showcases how we progress through music. Different parts of the music industry get together for the sake of creating something new. There aren’t many people out there that have the opportunity to collaborate like this, so these shows are special. It really represents how time has passed, and maybe where we’re heading. Maybe in the future we’ll be able to look at things like this and they’ll be much more easily accepted and you won’t have to ask the question of exactly what it is, but you can just go and enjoy it.” As part of Melbourne Festival, JEFF MILLS will perform Light from the Outside World with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at Hamer Hall on Friday October 10. He will also perform a DJ set at RMH The Venue afterward.

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THIS WEEK: ON SCREEN

From master filmmaker David Fincher (Seven, The Social Network) and the writer for the bestselling novel, Gillian Flynn, comes Gone Girl - a stinging satire of relationships, the modern media and the presumption of innocence. When Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck) discovers that his wife Amy (Rosamund Pike) is missing and there is sign of a struggle, he is immediately concerned. But as the case develops, the nation becomes transfixed with the search and a series of clues begin to make Nick look like something other than a mere bystander, the police, the media, the viewing public and his family begin to doubt his innocence. It opens on Thursday October 2.

With Tyson Wray. Got thoughts, news, gossip, complaints or cat photos? Email tyson@beat.com.au or send by carrier pigeon before Friday 12pm.

ON STAGE

This month ACMI will host the Martin Scorsese-curated event Masterpieces of Polish Cinema. Following his 2011 visit to the Polish National Film, Television and Theatre School in Lódž, Scorsese was compelled to bring the great masterpieces of Polish cinema to audiences. Masterpieces of Polish Cinema will showcase a collection of landmark Polish films curated by one of the most accomplished and respected directors of our time, Martin Scorsese. Masterpieces of Polish Cinema includes works from luminaries such as Andrzej Wajda, Krzysztof Kieslowski, Krzysztof Zanussi, Andrzej Munk, Jerzy Kawalerowicz and Wojciech Has. Scorsese selected 21 seminal films that profoundly resonated with him, and ACMI will showcase 13 of these, all which have been digitally remastered and are newly subtitled with the assistance of Scorsese’s Film Foundation. Martin Scorsese Presents: Masterpieces of Polish Cinema will take place at ACMI from Sunday October 5 - Sunday October 26.

ON DISPL AY

The National Gallery of Victoria will present the first large-scale retrospective exhibition of Robert Jacks’ work, opening this week. Robert Jacks: Order & Variation will present more than 200 works which span his entire career, from the minimal and conceptual works produced during his time in the United States, to his monumental late paintings and sculptures. Jacks is credited as one of Australia’s most significant and accomplished abstract artists, from his first sellout solo exhibition at Gallery A in Melbourne in 1966, through to his ongoing exploration of abstraction in painting, sculpture, drawing and printmaking, his work has charted a distinctive and influential path through late 20th and early 21st century Australian art. Robert Jacks: Order & Variation will open at The Ian Potter Centre, NGV on Friday October 3 and run until Sunday February 15.

PICK Of THE WEEK

The first ever World Ballet Day will see an unprecedented collaboration between five of the world’s premier ballet companies, including The Australian Ballet. This global online event will see each of the companies stream live behind the scenes action from their rehearsal studios. The companies include The Australian Ballet, Bolshoi Ballet, The Royal Ballet, The National Ballet of Canada and San Francisco Ballet. The live stream will pass across time zones and cultures from Melbourne to Moscow to London to Toronto to San Francisco throughout the day. The Australian Ballet will be the first company to present on World Ballet Day’s live stream, with key highlights including group rehearsal and pas de deux rehearsal for Graeme Murphy’s celebrated Swan Lake, and rehearsal of The Australian Ballet’s Fall for Dance piece by resident choreographer Tim Harbour which the company is performing in New York City during their October 2014 US tour. To celebrate World Ballet Day, The Australian Ballet will be running a free morning of ballet-style classes on the main stage at Federation Square, Melbourne. It all happens on Wednesday October 1. Visit australianballet.com.au/worldballetday for more information.

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BILL BAILEY By Paul McBride

Few comedic minds are as sharp as that of Englishman Bill Bailey, and he’s bringing it our way once again in a bid to help us contemplate the true nature of happiness. His new show, Limboland, is sure to continue his habit of selling out major venues all over the country, with a 20-date tour on the cards this October. “[The show] basically uses a term which is more to do with comedy found in the Catholic liturgy; this concept of limbo or a state of transition,” he says. “But it’s not strictly that, it’s Limboland, so it’s a place of the unknown or expected. I guess it came about because I saw a sign on a door coming out of an airport in Copenhagen saying ‘welcome to Denmark – the happiest country in the world’, and I was like ‘what, really?’ I became intrigued by what is happiness, what constitutes the happiness quotient in our lives and what really gives us happiness. “It’s very often not the things you find in surveys, which are all about feeling secure, the bins being collected and the country being in a secure state. It’s more ephemeral; it’s more sort of transient. I guess that’s the starting point of the show; trying to explore that area between what we expect and what is real, what we think our lives are going to be like and what they are actually are like. “It’s quite an interesting area to explore because it led me to all kinds of memories from my childhood and growing up; key moments where you think it could have gone this way or that way. It’s quite a personal show and a kind of reflective look at what makes us happy and what’s the true nature of happiness.” The 50-year-old Bailey is best known to Australian audiences for his stand-up shows and his appearances

on television, including QI and ABC’s award-winning hit Black Books, in which he played the increasingly deranged Manny Bianco opposite fellow comic, Dylan Moran. But can he provide the secret to true happiness with Limboland? “Sometimes it’s just having a decent cup of tea and watching the sun rise or something, you know what I mean?” he says. “There are odd moments when things just come together and you think ‘This is it’. When religions talk about moments of rapture, they’re not really about visions and all the rest of it, they’re just about the day-today or if you have a moment of clarity about something. But it’s also about feeling a state of change; almost like a transitional phase in your life when you reflect and think ‘I’ve done this, this and this, I’ve got a family, house and a nice life’. That’s really what the show is about; it’s a slight sense of mortality or uncertainty about the future, perhaps.” No Bill Bailey show is complete without a healthy portion of his ample musical ability, with Limboland set to feature a fabulously downbeat version of Happy Birthday, among other compositions. “I was just reading a fascinating book about the history of protest songs,” he says. “So I thought it’d be good to revive that

“I SAW A SIGN ON A DOOR COMING OUT Of AN AIRPORT IN COPENHAGEN SAYING ‘WELCOME TO DENMARK – THE HAPPIEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD’, AND I WAS LIKE ‘WHAT, REALLY?’ I BECAME INTRIGUED BY WHAT IS HAPPINESS, WHAT CONSTITUTES THE HAPPINESS qUOTIENT IN OUR LIVES AND WHAT REALLY GIVES US HAPPINESS.”

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notion, and there’s an element of that in the show. The travelling I’ve done quite recently has all been through Europe, and it seemed odd that I neglected touring Europe for so many years. “I’ve been to Australia and New Zealand many times, I’ve travelled to Asia and performed pretty much all over the world. So I did this big tour in Europe earlier this year, and it was fascinating to realise that there’s so much diversity and difference in language and culture, all quite jumbled together in quite a small area. I did this intense hit of Europe and went to about 15 countries in a month and it proved to be a rich source of [musical] material.” Having spoken of his love for Australian border control and customs in the past, Bailey is looking forward to the trip Down Under this time around. “I’ve always had fun getting into Australia,” he says. “Very often, over the years, I’ve travelled to Australia via Southeast Asia. Having been in parts of Indonesia where the border patrols aren’t that strict, and then arriving in Australia, you realise it’s got proper border controls with sniffer dogs and God-knows-what. “I’ve been picked out of a lineup by dogs before now, and it’s always embarrassing. The dogs have just stood there, barking and barking. Once, I think we were at a party and somebody had a spliff or something, and some of the smoke tends to just cling to you. I didn’t have anything on me and there was no wrongdoing involved, it was just the dog doing his job, so I had to ‘fess up and say what had happened. The thing was, I just didn’t want the dog to get in trouble, you know?” A run of 20 Australian shows begins in Perth at the start of October before finishing six weeks later in Launceston. “I like to come and run in the show, and it’s good to spend a bit of time in a country and really bed it in,” Bailey says. “Often, when I come to places like Australia, there’ll be incidents in politics that will end up in the show as well, so as the show tours around,

I pick up stories and things that will get thrown into the show and it becomes very much an Oz-centric show. That’s the way I like it; I like to have material that comes in and is specific to an area, and is gone before I leave.” Besides his accomplishments as a comedian, actor, writer and musician, Bailey is a self-confessed superfan of wildlife; a passion he hopes to indulge down under. “I’m hoping to be filming [a wildlife show] at the end of this tour,” he says. “We’re just sort of negotiating at the moment about the feasibility of it. If I’m able, then I’m going to try to fit it in. I’ve been travelling to Australia for nearly 20 years now and have a fascination with the wildlife, so I think I want to have that outsider’s perspective of some of the more colourful aspects of the wildlife, get into detail and maybe expose a few myths about them. “I’ve snorkelled around sharks, stingrays and octopuses and hung around snakes and all sorts of things in Borneo, so I’m not too phased by these kinds of things. I’m fascinated by them, so I guess I do sometimes forget that these things can nip you or whatever. Okay, maybe more than a nip; a nibble.” Catch Bill Bailey as he performs at Hamer Hall from Sunday October 5 - Wednesday October 8.

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AMERICAN PANORAMA: BERNSTEIN, GERSHWIN, WILLIAMS AND BRUBECK

The world’s first classically-trained garage band, Time for Three, will team up with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for American Panorama: Bernstein, Gershwin, Williams and Brubeck this November. Hailing from Philadelphia, the trio will perform their unique sound alongside the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Boston Pops’ Chief Conductor Keith Lockhart. They’ll perform a selfpenned contemporary piece that combines classical elements with jazz and bluegrass. Their repertoire will feature Bernstein’s Candide: Overture, Gershwin’s Three Preludes, Aaron Copland’s Rodeo: Four Dance Episodes, John Williams’ Far and Away: Suite, Dave Brubeck’s Unsquare Dance and Blue Rondo a la Turk and Chris Brubeck’s Travels in Time for Three. It all goes down on Saturday November 1 and Sunday November 2 at Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall. Bookings are available through mso.com.au.

ACCA UPSTARTS

A shipping container on the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art forecourt will play host to a series of weekly exhibitions from ACCA’s artist volunteers and gallery staff this month. This year’s exhibitions will feature bedside therapy sessions, paintings inspired by Google Maps, a project that explores the commodification of creative output as well as new photography and sculptural works. 2014 will mark ACCA’s fourth pop-up exhibition. The shipping container will be onsite at ACCA for a five week period and exhibitions will change on a weekly basis. It kicks off on Tuesday October 14 and runs through Saturday November 15.

THE BIG DESIGN MARKET

The Big Design Market will return for another three day showcase of the best of independent Australian and international design this December. Entering its third year, the market will feature 225 designers from home and abroad. They’ll be selling fashion and accessories, stationary and books, gifts, homewares, textiles and more. Misschu, Earl Canteen, Moo Brew, Faire Ferments, Luxbite, All Day Donuts, Beatbox Kitchen and Taco Truck will all be on hand to fuel your shop. The Big Design Market will take place at the Royal Exhibition Building from Friday December 5 to Sunday December 7.

20,000 DAYS ON EARTH & NICK CAVE LIVE Q&A

During a special screening of documentary 20,000 Days On Earth, The Astor Theatre have announced that they will host a live Q&A with Nick Cave. The documentary presents a fictitious 24 hours in the life of musician Nick Cave, presenting startlingly frank insights and an intimate portrayal of the artistic process. Even more than a documentary though, this film gives the audience an opportunity to explore each component of Nick Cave’s psyche – ID, ego and superego. 20,000 Days On Earth and Nick Cave live Q&A will take place at The Astor Theatre on Friday December 19.

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Arts Centre Melbourne’s interactive community arts project Home will see 7,000 colourful wooden houses pop-up across Melbourne this January. The project follows the free music installation Play Me, I’m Yours, which saw 24 colourful, decorated pianos placed throughout the city, inspiring spontaneous recitals by approximately 100,000 people across 18 days. Devised by Melbourne artist and designer Darryl Cordell and Arts Centre Melbourne, Home explores and celebrates the idea of ‘home’ and what it means to individuals, families and communities. From October to December Cordell and Arts Centre Melbourne will conduct a series of workshops with more than 60 groups including community arts organisations, councils, schools, The Royal Children’s Hospital, immigration detention centres, disability service providers and transitional housing groups that ask participants the question, “what does home mean to you?” Arts Centre Melbourne will collect and display all the decorated houses in the Big House, a huge replica of the small houses built on the Arts Centre Melbourne main lawn for a large free public exhibition and celebration. At the end of the opening celebration members of the public will be asked to take a house, place it in a public space, photograph it in the new location, upload the image to the Arts Centre Melbourne website and share it via social media. The public are encouraged to move the house around and share stories and photos through the website and via social media. Home will open on the Art Centre Melbourne Main Lawn on Saturday January 10 and will run until Monday January 26.

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL REGISTRATIONS MICF favourite Stephen K Amos

Calling all comedians and funny types - registrations for the 2015 Melbourne International Comedy Festival are now open, as are the registrations for Festival Managed Venues. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is an open access festival for all citizens and permanent residents of Australia and New Zealand (interested overseas artists and/or their producers should submit an expression of interest as detailed on their website). They close on Friday October 10, so you better get onto it quick. Visit their website for more details.

PETER HELLIAR & TOM GLEESON

Two of the biggest names in Australian comedy, Peter Helliar and Tom Gleeson, will team up for a show this November. Since appearing on Rove, Helliar has appeared as a host on The Project and is the creator and star of ABC’s It’s A Date. He’ll be joined by Gleeson, who has performed standup at every major comedy festival in the world. Catch Peter Helliar and Tom Gleeson on Friday November 14 at Hawthorn Arts Centre.

FIVE BOROUGHS COMEDY Claire Hooper headlines Five Boroughs Comedy this Thursday night, plus Chris “The Bloke” Franklin hosts the show. That’s two headliners for the price of one. Plus there’s Harley Breen, Jason English, Michael Williams and a surprise special guest. Five Boroughs has been packed for months, so you’d better get down early. It’s all happening this Thursday, October 2 at 8.30pm, at Five Boroughs Comedy, 68 Hardware Lane (upstairs), CBD, all for only $12.

COMEDY AT SPLEEN RIDICULUSMUS: THE ERADICATION OF SCHIZOPHRENIA IN WESTERN LAPLAND

The first of a trilogy of work to be developed over the next five years focusing on mental health, The Eradication of Schizophrenia in Western Lapland immerses the audience in an ambitious and innovative split staging arrangement where the action and dialogue from two different sequences of scenes are simultaneously performed to two different groups of audience in the same space. An investigation of auditory hallucination through the lens of one family’s experience of psychoses, The Eradication of Schizophrenia in Western Lapland presents the first psychotic episodes of a mother and son; with fantastical results involving Finnish Folk, roast vegetables, Adolf Hitler and a knitted toilet roll cover. It will be performed at Arts House from Wednesday November 12 - Sunday November 16. BEAT MAGAZINE PAGE 26

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There’s another big lineup at Comedy At Spleen this Monday. It’s always completely packed, and you can see why with another awesome bunch of comics this week. This week comedy superstar Luke McGregor hosts the big show, plus there’s Xavier Michelides, James Masters, Mick Neven, Miles Milson, Joanna Sio, a special guest and more. It’s on this Monday October 6 at 41 Bourke Street, CBD, at 8.30pm. It’s free to get in, but they appreciate a good gold coin donation at the door.

CRAB L AB At Crab Lab there are ten of the country’s finest stand ups for a measly $5 every Wednesday in the heart of the CBD. Tonight there’s Anne Edmonds, Damien Power, Corey White, Henry Stone and way, way more. It’s at 16 Corrs Lane, CBD, at 8.30pm.

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MARZO By Liza Dezfouli

Mars, Marzo in Italian, is where we get the name for the month of March, the beginning of spring time in Europe. Mars was the Roman the god of war. Italian theatre troupe Dewey Dell are bringing their show Marzo to Melbourne for Melbourne Festival. Described as ‘a flawlessly stylised dance work’ and ‘a strikingly brilliant eccentric exploration of love and hate, war and peace’ this performance of light, sound, choreography, costume and text is in a genre unto its own, celebrating the gamut of human experience. Melbourne audiences experienced the work of Dewey Dell in 2012 when they presented their works Cinquanta Urlanti, Quaranta Ruggenti, Sessanta Stridenti and Grave at the Arts House/ Next Wave Festival. Beat asked the troupe some questions about Marzo. How did the show come about to begin with? Was it one person’s idea or a group concept? “As a group we wanted to explore something new and different in respect to what we had done previously. We were looking for a new way to ‘speak’ with the audience that wasn’t just through movement, as we’ve done in the past. We also felt the urgency to push our dance and poetry out of the ‘dance world’ itself, to find a new and disorienting field. We started writing the plot together, dividing the different scenes, studying the characters as if we were creating a short film. We had been rehearsing for two months when we got the drawings from Yuichi Yokoyama. That created a bit of disorder because we realized we couldn’t move in the direction we originally thought, but at the same time this put wealth into our research because we had to force the costumes to fit some movement, without being their “victims” but forcing the shapes to give birth to a character. Only after having realized them we had a month of work with Kuro Tanino, who put in the psychology of the character to complete the figures.” Is there a narrative? How is the show structured? “Yes, the piece is centred on a narrative, a first for Dewey Dell. Marzo (the month of March in Italian) has always been the right moment to return to the

battlefield after the long cold winter. At the same time though, it is also the moment where, in the boreal part of the world, the spring begins. March is the period in which the love and the need to return to fight collide, arising up together in the same time. This story tells what happened to a warrior in this particular moment of the year, in a planet very far from ours.” What can audiences expect to see? “There are six performers on stage. All the figures are dancers inside elaborate costumes. The costumes are invented by Yuichi Yokoyama, a Japanese comic artist who designed the characters based on our script. Once we received his drawings, we realised that we wanted to create costumes as true to the original drawings as possible.” What has been the biggest challenge in putting this show together? “The biggest challenge for Dewey Dell was to collaborate with two important and established artists. Working with Yuichi Yokoyama, the comic designer, was exciting because we knew perfectly his aesthetic and his comic characters, and so we had just to recreate the shapes and faces that he would have chosen for our specific characters. Totally different was working with Kuro Tanino, the theatre director of the company Niwagekidan Penino, with whom we worked

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how the show is perceived? “Absolutely not, we didn’t create this show to bring manga figures to life; we just wanted to create a story told through movements and words. It’s just a coincidence that Yuichi Yokoyama is a comic designer, in fact to be more precise he prefers to be called a visual artist because he paints as well.” Does Marzo reference any earlier works by Dewey Dell? “To be honest, no. At the same time yes, you could find the same poetic modified and stretched to something different.” Is there any part of the show that Dewey Dell especially like? “Probably the scene called The Spirit, but we can’t really reveal any more than that!” Where, if anywhere, has the show received the best reactions? Does it speak to any place or group of people in particular? “Usually young people like the work more for the electronic music and for the volume (quite loud), but it depends, really: we had great conversations with older people who very enjoyed it. We think this work could be watched by anyone, children included.” As part of Melbourne Festival, Marzo will take place at Arts House from Friday October 10 - Tuesday October 14.

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together to create the dialogues. The biggest challenge was creating with these two artists a contemporary dance work with using speech, leaving behind our normally abstract approach and moving into a narrative based work.” How did the various Japanese co-creators and Dewey Dell find each other? “We’ve always been a super fan of Yuichi Yokoyama’s work and we really wanted to try to get him to collaborate. It wasn’t easy at the beginning but in the end he accepted. We met Kuro Tanino in 2011 when we were both performing at the same festival called Next in Kortrijk, Belgium. There we became friends and we got to know his work, which deeply impressed us as it was so traditional and unique at the same time. As soon as we decided to use word-s and dialogue in our work we immediately thought of him.” Is Marzo more funny than serious? “It’s hard to tell. The work will never be completely funny, but it will touch very dramatic moments. We wanted the audience to feel a very wide spectrum of feelings, from fear to joy, passing through tenderness, anger, love, violence. We don’t know if we got our aim, you’ll tell us!” For audiences not overly familiar with the manga or Japanese comic book, aesthetic, is there a difference in

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CIRKOPOLIS By Liza Dezfouli

Hailing from Montreal, the world’s circus capital, Cirque Éloize is about to hit the Melbourne stage for the third time as part of the Melbourne Festival with their latest show Cirkopolis. A blend of acrobatics dance and theatre, Cirkopolis takes its visual inspiration from the films Metropolis and Brazil, both dealing with the themes of a human being realising they’ve become nothing more than an insignificant cog in some vast impersonal machine of industry and productivity. Beat spoke to Samuel Charlton, the elegantly named principal hand- to- hand base in Cirque Éloize. What exactly is a hand to hand base? “You throw the company is unique in that there’s an especially high and catch people,” Charlton explains. He reckons his level of technical expertise involved. “We have a high favourite moment in the Cirkopolis happens towards level of technical skill,” he notes. Established in 1993 by the end of the show. “It’s a big group acrobatic number, Creative Director Jeannot Painchaud, Cirque Éloize it’s high energy; it’s where we have the most freedom also distinguishes itself by ensuring that all elements to improvise and do whatever we want.” But how of any production are original: the music, the sets, the can improvisation be possible, when acrobats rely on costumes, the video projections and the choreography, other acrobats to catch them? You need to know what are all created specifically for each show and Cirkopolis someone else is doing, surely? “There is a structure and is no exception. Painchaud describes Cirkopolis as order to the piece,” Charlton ‘a crossroads between assures us. “Everything imagination and reality, works around that so it’s “It’s a big group acrobatic between individuality not a total free for all.” The and community, between trick is in knowing your number, it’s high energy; limits and possibilities.’ fellow performers well. “We “It’s about letting go have fun communicating it’s where we have the most and allowing yourself to in the way we do, we are borne aloft by hope.” freedom to improvise and be really playing off the other Rather than creating giant performers. That’s what I spectacles or becoming as do whatever we want.” love about circus. It’s never huge as possible, Cirque the same thing twice, it’s Éloize concentrates on never perfect. There’s no way to make it constant.” more intimate performances that are better suited to a Is there a narrative to the Cirkopolis performance? theatre environment than a monster big top. “There’s no fixed narrative from start to finish so Charlton describes Cirkopolis as ‘a highly choreographed the story’s not completely clear, but there’s a main “dancey” sort of show.’ Does Charlton perform as a character that brings everything together throughout,” character? “We all kind of have a character,” the acrobat explains Charlton. “He liberates the other characters answers. Was there any special preparation he needed as well, and everybody ends up having a big party.” to undertake for Cirkopolis? “We all had to learn some Sounds good. “It starts off as a kind of totalitarian dance parts; it was a lot of work, I also had to learn dictatorship, a grey world, and as the show goes on we club passing (juggling), and how to use the German all escape from that and become human.” wheel.” A German wheel is that giant hamster wheel What makes Cirque Éloize stand out? Charlton says apparatus. “I’d never touched the German wheel

before,” he adds. Given the responsibility Charlton carries for protecting his fellow acrobats from injury, does he need to do any extra weight training to stay strong? “Rueben (Rueben Hosler, Charlton’s partner) is my weight training! We do quite a lot of extra stuff outside the show, but it all involves using similar techniques to what we do in our performance. Just lots of repetition.” Charlton has been working with Hosler for 10 years now and says they can read each other’s actions. “It’s a strong connection,” he says. A background in judo and early training in the UK gave Charlton a sense of his own discipline as a performer; he trained at the UK’s Circomedia’s Centre, graduating with honours and he also trained in Paris before joining the National Circus School of Montreal. “One of my coaches was the founder of the circus Seven Fingers of One Hand.” Another coach was a member of Cirque de Soleil. Charlton graduated from the National Circus

School in 2012 and then joined Circus Éloize. Charlton is still only 27. He reckons he’s happy to keep doing what he’s doing for the moment. “I definitely would like to keep doing hand to hand acrobatics.” When performing might prove too much (acrobats have a similar ‘shelf life’ to that of dancers), he will move into coaching. Charlton’s done a lot of travelling with Cirque Éloize over the last two and a half years. Does he have a favourite city? “Budapest,” he answers. “It’s so diverse,” he says. “There is so much happening and there are so many interesting and happy people there, doing all these different things. We performed in a small theatre, to only 500 people so we were very close to the audience. They were really responsive.” As part of Melbourne Festival, Cirkopolis will take over Arts Centre Melbourne, State Theatre from Friday October 10 - Sunday October 12.

COMPLEXITY OF BELONGING By Liza Dezfouli

“How Dutch do I feel?” Anouk van Dijk, Artistic Director of Chunky Move, poses this question as she talks to Beat about the ideas behind Complexity of Belonging. The company’s new dance/theatre work sets out to challenge audience’s perceptions of contemporary theatre by taking personal stories from nine different but interconnected characters and asking how they fit in their respective worlds (and their collective one). Complexity of Belonging is neither strictly dance nor pure theatre, as text is as important a component of movement in the work, which touts itself as ‘a darkly humorous exploration of identity in the age of social media.’ “In creating the work we were thinking about assimilation,” says van Dijk. “What it is to be an immigrant. What do you see? When you come to a new place you see the world from another perspective and it’s a very interesting process, the questioning of another culture. How do you perceive what is normal or what is not? I’ve moved to another place and now I look at my culture, at my Dutch heritage and wonder how I belong here… Complexity of Belonging comes from personal stories involving heritage, ancestry, gender, and sexuality.” The work is written by van Dijk’s long-term cocreator, German born theatre maker Falk Richter, Director-in-residence at Schaubühne, Berlin. Complexity of Belonging is their fifth collaboration over a period of 15 years. “The fact that Falk’s German is germane to his experiences in the world,” says van Dilk. “To be German is to be seen as carrying some guilt for the Nazi atrocities. But as well as being German, Falk’s gay and he’s an artist. When he visited Israel he was attacked purely for being German. He found himself in the position of defending his ancestry, of having to explain that as a gay man he would have been sent to those gas chambers, too.”

As well as being a co-creation between van Dilk and Richter, Complexity of Belonging brings together Chunky Move and the Melbourne Theatre Company, as well as two major arts festivals, the Melbourne and the Brisbane Festivals. Besides the perspectives that van Dilk and Richter bring to the work, where do the characters and stories come from? “The whole process drew from personal stories,” explains van Dijk. “We developed it from improvisations with the group of performers, from their personal stories, interesting stories from everybody. We had specific tasks, both text and movement that we gave them to improvise with. It developed organically. As a writer, Falk used these stories and developed the characters. He has a huge sense of humour and people felt confident to share, to explore with him. A key part of the work is that ‘Australian’ sense of humour, it features strongly, and there are ‘stand-up moments’ in the work, coming from how the performers answered the questions; there are some playful absurd moments.” Van Dilk is enthusiastic about the set of Complexity of Belonging, created by designer Bob Cousins. “It’s an iconic set. It’s huge! It highlights the individuals yet they also merge into the landscape.” Five dancers and four actors will perform the work: Joel Bray, Lauren Langlois, Alya Manzart, Eloise Mignon, James Vu Anh Pham, Stephen Phillips, Josh Price, Karen Sibbing, and Tara Soh. “The characters range in

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age from 21 to the late 30s,” van Dijk continues. They are all people who live in cities populated by over a million people. They are all asking where they belong, asking how they can be who they are in their situation.”

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As part of Melbourne Festival, Complexity of Belonging will come to Southbank Theatre, The Sumner from Monday October 6 - Saturday November 1.

PUGSLEY BUZZARD By Meg Crawford Could you imagine a more fitting name than pugsley buzzard for a big barrel of a dude who sings and plays stride piano like he’s stepped straight out of New Orleans? despite the fact he’s got a mind-blowing set of pipes, buzzard didn’t unleash the beast until relatively late in the piece. “I was often excluded from joining the backing vocals in different bands because I couldn’t and still can’t harmonise for shit,” Buzzard laughs. “I didn’t really think I could sing but, as it’s said, necessity is the mother of invention. My voice is quite soft and weak but when I project it breaks up and has a huge, rough timbre. “My sister lived in Italy for a while. I’d been staying with her for six months or so just camping on her couch, unemployed, when she said one day that I had to do something. She had a friend with a small jazz club, so I started playing as the opener there every night. That’s when I started singing and people seemed to like it. So, I persisted and developed my own style. It’s no doubt an incorrect way to sing but it works for me. I don’t really think I have a good voice, but I know I can entertain folks with it.” Buzzard’s being remarkably humble, because he’s regularly compared with Tom Waits and C.W.

Stoneking. His voice sounds like gravel, whiskey and cigars. Buzzard’s had a varied musical history. Although he sounds like he was born playing it, Buzzard’s not just dwelled in swampy-tonk ± there’s been Avant-garde, classical and punk music round things out. Coming from a musical family, he says, certainly helped. “My grandmother was a pianist and piano teacher and we stayed with her after school and heard her teaching her students,” Buzzard recalls. “She played classical but also jazz, boogie and stride, so I was aware of that music from a very early age. My auntie, her daughter, was an opera singer and my old man listened to jazz and prog rock. Music was just one of the games we played as kids. We had a primitive tapedeck and liked recording ourselves making radio plays and songs. We used whatever instruments were handy. That was the starting point - making our own Goon Show.” Having that background meant he could play across a

range of genres and earn a crust without resorting to the nine to five drudge. “I just wanted to keep working,” he laughs. “I didn’t want a regular job so I played in all kinds of situations to stay employed.” In the end though, the blues and boogie won out, and that’s probably the way it’s always meant to be. “It’s challenging and fun to play and I’ve always just understood it,” he explains. “The blues made sense to me from an early age. I could play a blues scale before I learnt any major or minor scales. And I’ve always been able to improvise since I can remember.” Buzzard’s back on our shores straight off the back of time in New Orleans, which you’d imagine would almost be a spiritual homecoming. “It’s great to be accepted there by other musicians who play the music I love, but it’s not an easy town to play in,” Buzzard

reflects. “Everything’s broken. The venues are all falling apart and the equipment is often broken or stolen. Everyone’s perpetually drunk and you can’t take breaks because you’ll lose your audience with so many bars packed together - if you stop, everyone just goes next door or on down the street. So it’s hard work playing for three hours straight at a time for mostly tips. But it’s a great creative atmosphere and the womb of blues and jazz. We all want to go back to the womb one way or another.” pugsley buzzard plays as part of the darebin Music Feast at the bain Marie Hub bar on Friday October 10 for free.

ALDOUS HARDING By Augustus Welby Choosing to conduct one’s artistic pursuits under a pseudonym often gives individuals an increased sense of freedom. In everyday life, we tend to get boxed-in to identity roles and refrain from behaving in any manner that falls outside of this box. However, under the guise of a stage name, one feels permitted to step beyond these imagined limits. New zealand’s Hanna Harding writes and performs enchanting folk music under the name aldous Harding. she hasn’t completely extricated herself from her birth name, but adopting this moniker greatly enhances Harding’s confidence.

“Of course my personality changes when I go by that, but that’s just a way of protecting myself,” she says. “It is just a name really, but I do find it easier going under a different name and it makes me feel like I do have someone with me, helping me through the songs, battling with the person that tells me I can’t do it.” Aldous Harding’s self-titled debut LP (released in June this year) is a striking collection of confidently delivered songs. When contemplating the record, the term ‘anachronistic’ immediately springs to mind, as many of the songs exist in a pre-modern, or even mythical, context. Her songs might correspond with gothic fairytales and English folk music tradition, but it’s not an impenetrable release. Rather, Harding’s tales of heartache and loss ± often laced with tragedy ± are widely accessible. “The songs are all based around the same sort of idea,” she says. “They follow the kind of slow mistrust of the world and your mind.” Despite the record’s decidedly downcast tone, Harding says it’s not an exercise in nihilistic doom. “I wasn’t trying to be like, ‘Look how upset I am.’ A lot of them are actually very hopeful songs. I think the only song that doesn’t have any hope at all is No Peace At All. That is basically just

suffering and then death and murder. Not in that order [laughs]. But, like, Small Bones of Courage is basically telling people to straighten up and stop crying. Then of course there’s Stop Your Tears.” Production-wise, Aldous Harding is a fairly sparse affair. Harding’s lyrical gravitas and otherworldly vocals find apt companionship in her steel string guitar playing. She plays with emotive, almost volatile rhythm, which injects unique character into some familiar medieval chord progressions. “I don’t know if any of my guitar work’s ever been masterful,” she says, “but I certainly have developed my own style through my naiveté on the instrument. A lot of my songs people are like, ‘Oh God, what made you do that?’ And I’m like, ‘I don’t know! It’s all I’ve got!’ “I’m not a very accomplished guitar player,” she adds. “I don’t really know what I’m doing. I’d like to get better at the guitar and I think with that, it’ll open up options for my songwriting. I’m learning how to play Quicksand by David Bowie on the guitar. He’s got a lot of really beautiful chords in there and it’s a great song. I want to write a song like Quicksand, by golly!” Aldous Harding was released in New Zealand in April by burgeoning local label Lyttelton Records. Not long after this, the

strength of the release led to an Australian release, via Spunk Records. The release was followed by Harding’s first Australian tour in July, where she supported label mate and fellow New Zealander Tiny Ruins. Aldous Harding is rooted a harrowing psychic energy, so returning to this place on stage could be a tough task. “I try to remember why I wrote it and how I was feeling,” Harding explains, “because otherwise the intensity is lost. When you play so often you have to find ways to keep yourself interested. It’s not that I’m disinterested in my music. [But] when I’d been playing a lot I just didn’t feel like I had any power left, in terms of giving people the feelings that you need get to songs. “For a long time, I was drinking quite heavily the night before I had a show, because it would make me really fragile and anxious the next day. That would be really helpful if I had a concert, because I was feeling so tired and weak really.” As far as attending other performers’ gigs goes, Harding knows what she enjoys. “I either like to dance. I mean,

I’m not a great mover. I’m OK. I look a little bit upset when I dance. It’s just like a tantrum really. I like to dance or I like to be wrapped up in the words and the composition.” Harding’s frequent recourse to sarcasm and self-deprecation is a distinct contrast to the poised fortitude and shrewd perception displayed on Aldous Harding. However, briefly casting self-deprecation aside, Harding can speak positively about the record. “I really do think that it’s a good piece of work. I’m not as hard on myself as I used to be, because it has done quite well. I’m really grateful that people have given it attention and been really kind about it. I haven’t had any real negative feedback yet and I’m waiting for that. That’ll be exciting.”

urinals and serving beers. It’s always a good feeling when you get to go backstage because you’ve been invited, rather than told to go back there to clean up after somebody else.” Cherrywood are used to handling distractions during gigs though. “We often seem to play shows like that,” Drane observes. “Take Chopped, where you’re competing with the sound of these huge hottedup engines and it fuels the punters.” Then there was the time they played alongside a tank full of mermaids. “That was very distracting,” Drane chortles. “Any time you’re playing beside mermaids, it’s gonna’ be hard to tell whether they’re really there to see you or the mermaids, but I think that’s always gonna be one of my favourite shows.” Drane’s a veteran of a number of bands (he plays in anywhere between two and five other bands at any given time). So, what brought him to this point? “When I was a kid, I was playing drums - I was pretty

lucky that my parents were keen on that, I think a lot of parents want their kids playing something quieter, so I was always asked to be in bands, even before I was very good, I was the only drummer around, so I had to play.” Then, after listening to a lot of punk and heavier stuff in his youth, the step to cowpunk seemed natural. Drane’s often espoused the view that country in fact leads to punk. “It makes a lot of sense,” explains Drane. “They’re both heart-on-your-sleeve-and-go-for-it and there’s the simplicity of both genres ± they have simple song structures and chords. They just seem to work perfectly together ± you see crusty punk dudes singing along to sad old country songs and vice versa.”

aldOus HardINg will steal hearts at the Melbourne Folk Club at bella union tonight. Tickets are available through the venue and on the door. Music from 8pm. Her album is available now through spunk records

cHERRYwOOD By Meg Crawford you’d think it’d be tough to get barred from a Queensland pub that has topless barmaids from 10am, but apparently it’s not if you’re Cherrywood. “The barmaids put their tops back on from 1pm,” qualifies drummer Chris drane. “I don’t know if they served breakfast topless, I’m not really sure. It was full of bikies; these big scary-looking dudes. we were playing and everyone was really getting into it, but Tim [durkin, singer and guitarist] said something like, ‘Come on cunts,’ and suddenly the crowd just turned. The venue owner was there and yelled, ‘you leave them alone, these boys are bloody great,’ and managed to calm them down before there was a riot. That was that, we haven’t been allowed to go back since.” In light of that tale, it probably won’t surprise you to find out Cherrywood are a raucous, Melbourne-based four-piece cowpunk outfit who describe themselves as a “talented train-wreck” and a “dancing and drinking band,” all of which makes for a fat old time but also means sometimes, shit gets out of hand. “Often it’s because of us,” admits Drane, somewhat sheepishly. “But sometimes it’s because the crowd just gets out of control. We played a gig at Harrietville the other day and this guy was incredibly drunk. He started off dancing but he ended up completely naked, rolling around and grabbed Tim’s guitar. He and Tim were dancing together and

falling over tables and the band just played on in the background, watching. I had this full-frontal nude dude in front of me, just dancing away, and we were like, ‘Well, we can’t really beat that ± I think it’s the end of the show.’ Sometimes people just feel the need to get up on stage and show everybody their little talent and we’re always willing for them to come and join us.” Careful dude - that sounds like an invitation. Anyway, that shit doesn’t bother them so much now. It’s one of the benefits of being on the other side of the bar. “It is pretty gratifying,” Drane laughs. “Both Tim and I used to work at The Corner Hotel. We met there cleaning

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on tour HARDWELL [NED] Friday October 3, Sidney Myer Music Bowl BONDAX [UK] Friday October 3, Prince Bandroom LISTEN OUT: FOUR TET [UK], BONDAX [UK], SCHOOLBOY Q [USA] + MORE Saturday October 4, Royal Botanic Garden’s Observatory Precinct STACEY PULLEN [USA] Saturday October 4, New Guernica SHLOHMO [USA] Saturday October 4, Howler FUR COAT [VNZ] Sunday October 5, Revolver Upstairs JEFF MILLS [USA] WITH THE MELBOURNE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Friday October 10, Hamer Hall JEFF MILLS [USA] Friday October 10, RMH The Venue NILS FRAHM [GER] Friday October 10 & Saturday October 11, Foxtel Festival Hub FOURCOLOURS: SUDUAYA [FRA], IRINA MIKHAILOVA [UK], BE SVENDSEN [DEN] + MORE Saturday October 11, Revolt Artspace SOULFEST: D’ANGELO, [USA], MAXWELL [USA], MOS DEF [USA] + MORE Sunday October 19, Kings Domain Gardens and the Sidney Myer Music Bowl LIL JON [USA] Friday October 24, Trak TODD TERRY [USA] Friday October 31, Ms Collins SIDNEY CHARLES [GER] Sunday November 2, Revolver Upstairs SOULS OF MISCHIEF [USA] Monday November 3, The Espy SASHA [UK] Monday November 3, Prince Bandroom LEE FOSS [USA], MIGUEL CAMPBELL [UK] Friday November 7, Brown Alley JOHN DIGWEED [UK] Friday November 14, Brown Alley SEAN PAUL [JAM] Friday November 14, Festival Hall LAURA JONES [UK], GAVIN HERLIHY [IRE] Sunday November 16, Revolver Upstairs TEN WALLS [LIT], DUSKY [UK] Sunday November 16, Queen Victoria Market STRAWBERRY FIELDS: ÂME [GER], TRUS’ME [UK], PACHANGA BOYS [GER] + MORE Friday November 21 - Sunday November 23, TBA EARTHCORE: RAJA RAM [UK], JOHN ‘00’ FLEMING [UK] + MORE Thursday November 27 - Monday December 1, Pyalong, Victoria GIRAFFAGE [USA] Thursday November 27, Howler PANTHA DU PRINCE [GER] Thursday December 4, The Hi-Fi STEREOSONIC: CALVIN HARRIS [UK], TIESTO [NED], DIPLO [USA] + MORE Saturday December 6 - Sunday December 7, TBA ICE CUBE [USA] Tuesday December 9, The Forum JAMES HOLDEN [UK] Wednesday December 10, The Hi-Fi CYPRESS HILL [USA] Thursday December 11, The Forum DE LA SOUL [USA] Friday December 12, 170 Russell FALLS FESTIVAL: TODD TERJE [NOR], TENSNAKE [GER], TYCHO [USA] + MORE Monday December 29 - Thursday January 1, Byron Bay BEYOND THE VALLEY: ACTION BRONSON [USA], CLAPTONE [GER], ALUNAGEORGE [UK] + MORE Tuesday December 30 - Thursday January 1, Phillip Island Circuit BIG FREEDIA [USA] Tuesday December 30, Howler ABOVE & BEYOND [UK] Thursday January 1, Sidney Myer Music Bowl LET THEM EAT CAKE: CARL CRAIG [USA], TODD TERJE [NOR], CASHMERE CAT [NOR] + MORE Thursday January 1, Werribee Mansion SBTRKT [UK] Wednesday January 7, The Forum JOEY BADA$$ [USA], RUN THE JEWELS [USA] Thursday January 8, The Forum RAINBOW SERPENT: MARCEL DETTMANN [GER], LEE BURRIDGE [UK], PETAR DUNDOV [CRO] + MORE Friday January 23 - Monday January 26, Lexton FINNEBASSEN [NOR] Sunday February 1, Revolver Upstairs DETROIT SWINDLE [NED] Sunday February 22, Revolver Upstairs

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hernan cattaneo wo rd s / a lf re d go rm a n

Argentine house maestro Hernan Cattaneo has taken the long road to the top, but has retained his credibility and unique style, and gained respect and a dedicated fanbase along the way. Currently in the midst of his Australian tour ahead of the upcoming release of his new Balance 026 mix, he spoke to Beats. Many DJs strive for the limelight, aiming to be famous overnight, playing the game and making compromises, but that’s never been Cattaneo’s way, “I’ve been lucky to start very small long ago, and then build step by step over the years. Of course I wanted to be successful, but not a superstar. I’m not here for that, and I’m too shy too. Music is the best way to speak.” He is a man of few words, and even those are in broken English, but what he does say is direct and to the point, and it’s not hard to pick up the man is humble, passionate and lives to DJ. One of the pioneers of dance music in his native country, the South American’s love affair with house music began in the 80s with the sounds coming out of Chicago and Detroit. Then in the ‘90s he was swept up in the excitement of the UK acid house scene, which itself was influenced by the Balearic sound coming out of Ibiza. Cattaneo had become a regular fixture in Buenos Aires, with a residency at the legendary Clubland, where he honed his skills

and developed his own unique style. His natural talent for weaving magical sets was noticed by some of the UK’s finest exponents of the new progressive house sound on their early tours of South America, among them were the likes of Sasha, Digweed, Nick Warren and notably Paul Oakenfold, who signed him to his Perfecto label and was instrumental in taking Cattaneo from Buenos Aires onto the world stage. After many years based in the UK and then Barcelona, being resident DJ at Cream in Liverpool and Ibiza, he started touring all over the world, and never looked back. Now into the third decade of his career, he has moved back to Argentina, where he’s currently on holiday in Ushuaia, the very tip of South America. “I try to take a week off every month to spend with my family. They are all skiing today, but I can’t ‘cause I have a bad back at the moment.” A DJ of his stature could rest on his laurels, but he still makes a point of incessantly touring the globe, which is how he built his name – bringing the music to the people – always impressing with his expertly crafted, emotional sets of deep, lush, melodic house, classic progressive and tribal techno. He plays from the heart, and continues to scour the far flung corners of the globe for unique new music that sets him apart from his contemporaries.

“I love going to all the continents, sharing music and giving people a good time. I like producing too, but DJing is my main passion. There are other ways of delivering music, like podcasts for example, but the live thing is by far the best for me. I’ve never followed trends. No one will respect you if you change styles every two years. Music personality is crucial. I listen to as much as I can. You can find cool melodies in many places.” The Melbourne-based Balance label’s mix series has risen to become one of the world’s premier, and while Cattaneo has long been part of the esteemed Renaissance roster, releasing several editions of the elite Masters Series and his own Sequential series, he felt it was time to make a change. “I always hoped I would get to do one for Balance and then luckily I got the call. I really like the people behind it, and the DJs they choose.” On his upcoming installment he’s crafted something special, CD1 being quite different to anything we’ve heard from Cattaneo, with a really interesting, diverse and downtempo vibe. “CD1 is pure melody and atmosphere, whereas CD2 is the club sound one. Maybe the music is not that different, but the mood is.” He’s also included a swag of unreleased material off his Sudbeats label. “More than half the tracks are exclusives for the album that I’ve reworked with producers like Guy Mantzur and Soundexile. They are musicians and I’m the DJ, bringing the main ideas. We all have input and go back and forth until the tracks make everyone happy.” Cattaneo has been a regular visitor to our shores for many years and feels there is plenty of talent here, “I’ve always been a fan of Jamie Stevens, the main man in Australia for me. We’ve released Rich Curtis’ stuff on Sudbeat, and Progress Inn are really good too. DJ-wise, newcomer Kavina Kumar also sent me some really cool, deep mixes. I really enjoyed the Australian crowds on my first visit about 10 years ago, and since then I’ve been coming back every year or so. People like what I play and the way I play too. I think that good Australian DJs and producers helped a lot to shape the scene. My tour last year was off the hook, so really looking forward to another dose.”

Hernan Cattaneo’s Balance 026 is out now through Balance Music (distributed through Universal). After playing at the sold out Balance Boat Party on the Victoria Star Cruise Ship last weekend, you can catch him play a seven hour set on Friday October 3 at the Royal Melbourne Hotel.

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When is it? Friday October 3, 10pm - late. Where is it? The Mercat Basement, 456 Queen Street, Melbourne CBD. Who’s playing? Mary Velo (four hours), Matt Radovich (Stable/ Melbourne Techno Collective), Adrian Bell and Jake McDonald. What sort of shit will they be playing? Techno. What’s the crowd going to be like? Techno lovers who are up for a night of pounders surrounded by likeminded people! What will we remember in the AM? That Mary Velo is serious business.

What’s the wallet damage? $20 presale tickets are available online from Resident Advisor otherwise they will be more expensive on the door. Give us one final reason why we should party here: This will be Mary Velo’s debut Melbourne show and the first stop in her debut Australian and New Zealand tour. To mark the occasion she will be playing an exclusive extended set, belting it out for four hours on the Mercat’s tuned Funktion-One rig – bring some comfortable shoes, you’ll need them!

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Remember that month when I used the term ‘swagaroo’ as an adjective.

Todd Terje

sbtrkt SBTRKT has locked in a Melbourne show to coincide with his appearance at the 2014/2015 Falls Festival. The masked wonder will be returning to Australian shores following the release of his sophomore studio album, Wonder Where We Land. He’ll also be appearing at Southbound and Field Day while in the country. He’ll hit the Forum Theatre on Wednesday January 7.

let them eat cake Returning for round three, Let Them Eat Cake have locked in a gargantuan lineup of underground electronic talent. The 2015 festival will feature performances from Alexander Nut, Axel Boman, Ben Pearce, Bob Moses, Carl Craig, Cashmere Cat, DJ Sneak, DJ Vadim, Dov1, Fatima, Goldie, Hudson Mohawke, KiNK, Midland, Mr. Carmack, Psychemagik and Todd Terje. It takes place on New Year’s Day, Thursday January 1, at Werribee Mansion.

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todd terry New York house legend Todd Terry has announced he will be returning to Australia this October and November. Off the back of his sold out 2012 Australian tour, Terry returned in 2013 to support Chic’s Melbourne and Brisbane shows, with more sold out sideshows of his own. This time he will hit our shores for a four-show, three-day run - stopping in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane. Todd Terry will play at Ms Collins on Friday October 31.

big freedia Big Freedia is returning to Ass-tralia. No strangers to our shores, Freedia has previously performed at Melbourne Festival and the illustrious Meredith Music Festival. Get yo’ twerk on! It goes down at Howler on Tuesday December 30.

joey bada$$ & run the jewels Explosive hip hop dudes Joey Bada$$ and Run The Jewels will perform a co-headline date in Sydney alongside their Falls Festival engagements this summer. Brooklyn’s Bada$$ is tracking towards his debut studio album, B4.Da.$$, due out this year, while Run The Jewels are coming back our way after rapturous receptions at their Laneway Festival shows last summer. Catch them at The Forum on Thursday January 8.

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suduaya & irina mikhailova

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Fourcolours is a special event designed to present a new dimension of colour, art, music as well as installation and generally mind-blowing performances. An intimate gathering, the event is designed to provide a new and unique insight into the minds of the talented Fourcolours crew. Held within the vast, winding, maze-like world that is Revolt Warehouse, each nook will reveal fantastic creations and delights to amaze you with spaces where you can let go and feel the music. Two of the artists who will be performing at the event: Suduaya and Irina Mikhailova. We find Suduaya (aka Louis-David Roquefere) a musician since he was just five, taking a rest in France after an extensive summer tour, looking forward to the forthcoming show with Irina. The man is preparing a number of new tracks across both his chill out and psytrance projects and is looking forward to getting to Australia for the first time. That story is similar for Irina who too is completing a busy summer tour in Europe. Interestingly, we catch her in the car driving from Montreal to California to be able to board her plane to Australia. “I received classical music training and started composing as well as performing from an early age,” explains Irina. “I moved from Kazakhstan to Saint Petersburg to continue my music training then shortly afterwards, joined a successful Russian folk/rock band and made radio and TV appearances. When I moved away to California I performed with a more traditional band and later connected to the international electronic scene.” On the topic of her musical upbringing, Irina explains growing up in a professional music family. “Dedication to studying music was something important to me,” she says. “I remember the long hours of practicing piano which I now get to appreciate because it allows me to compose, produce and teach music. I’m also really looking forward to meeting Louis Suduaya because even though we haven’t met, we have a great musical chemistry.” She admits too, that life on the road is difficult, because the recording process never stops. “The best thing for me is to find some time away from touring to focus on my album, which I hope to work on during our winter. And while I relate to different kinds of styles I feel that I have to be a bit more selective these days. Vocals are something musicians use often and some projects I feel more of a fit for some than others. I

like working with Kaya Project, Vlastur and of course Suduaya.” Likewise the Frenchman relishes his diet of funk, hip hop and heavy metal, but he’s definitely stuck on psychedelic music because of its diversity. “This is where I can express what I want to express the best,” he says. “Musically, France had a great scene in the ‘90s when Goa took over, then it started to fade out, but it came back and now it seems like now it’s getting stronger and stronger,” he explains. “Even though ambient is not the easiest to include at a festival, most events still need to push the quality of their stage to understand its real meaning. Only a few events recognize it and consider it on the same level as a trance stage. That’s why I enjoy playing at chill out gatherings. It rarely happens but when it does, it’s amazing.” Irina too enjoys a board palate of music, citing a love of genres from everywhere, as long as it’s focused and not too predictable. “For me, I will continue composing chants and singing traditional styles for all my creative life. Some days I am attracted to world or dub or electronica, other days I prefer more soothing styles of ambient sounds, other days something from a dance direction or an up beat genre. I don’t mind expressing my wild side,” she says in jest. “That’s why collaborating with Suduaya is inspiring. He is very open and creative which allows for amazing things to happen when cocreating music. I am excited to see what else we can come up with for the Melbourne show. Some of it is a surprise even for Louis and I.” So finally, both are due in Australia soon for their inaugural performances and both are really hyped. While Suduaya claims punters should be prepared for his live show, Irina is more circumspect. “I find the people very beautiful, happy and friendly and I’d love to learn what the culture is all about.” Oh – and she will bring the music too.

Catch Suduaya at Fourcolours with Irina Mikhailova, BeSvendsen, WAIO, Lucca Tan, Mish’Chief, Thankyou City, Pakman, Chromatone, Shantaraam, Ben Abrahams, Alma Danza and Uranium Mind. It all goes down on Saturday October 11 at Revolt Artspace.

There are a lot of negative stereotypes associated with dance music promoters: in it for the money/chicks/drugs and not the music or culture. Melbourne dance promoter and visionary behind the upcoming Fourcolours event at Revolt Arts Warehouse Peter Suwara is the antithesis of the aforementioned clichés. “The concept of Fourcolours is this: you go in and you get your coloured wristband and you immerse yourself in the artwork and there will be other activities you can engage in to win prizes, and then there will be the well crafted stages that the DJs will perform from. One will be Egyptian themed and the other will be called the Big Bang Machine,” states Suwara in a calm and measured tone but there is a sparkle in his eye that belies the feeling he has that the Fourcolours party going to set a new standard in entertainment in Melbourne. When one buys a ticket for Fourcolours they choose four ticketing options, the colours that are azure (blue), citrine (yellow), crimson (red) and viridian (green). The ticket correlates to an electronically coded wristband that the attendee gets on arrival and, as Suwara explains, your colour dictates your experience. “The way it will work is that you approach the door and there will be this kind of boarding lounge where you will get your smart band corresponding to your ticket colour. Now this ‘smart-band’ will have the ability to download digital items by partaking in activities and activate exhibitions via your colour at the festival.” The level of detail that Suwara has gone into making this a fully experiential event is astounding – the seemingly unremarkable ticket box, aka the ticket pick-up, will be drenched in essential oils. “Having four colours, we will have four different fragrances so it will set the tone from the point you pick-up your wristband that this will be a full-on sensory experience,” explains Suwara. “If you have been to an essential oils shop you will know that when you leave the shop the reality of the grimy city becomes obvious once

you return to street level. So the idea of the fragrances is to set the tone that Fourcolours is an event that requires you to leave behind your everyday life and everyday mindset.” This entree of essential oils gives way to full on sensory overload as the attendee walks into the festival. Fourcolours is being curated by world-renowned visionary artist Katia Honour who will oversee and area called The Gallery Of Visions. With all this talk of artistically transcendental experiences one may be accused for forgetting for a moment that Fourcolours is a dance party. However, when Suwara talks about the musical line-up fans of serious dance music will be impressed. “We are basically trying to cover all the bases when it comes to EDM: trance, down tempo, techno.” As Suwara says ‘techno’ another set of sparkles flash through his eyes and he immediately changes tack and begins enthusing about an act on the lineup, “BeSvendsen this up and coming artist on Iboga [Records, Denmark] who has this really fresh electro slash techno sound – it has clicked with a lot of people and we already have two Aussie guys doing BeSvendsen remixes exclusively for Four Colours,” reveals Suwara. “The headline act is Waio. A full on psytrance act who has just released his debut album. This will be his first time in Australia. He is originally from Brazil the moved to Germany and is doing really big things in Europe. He specialises in an uplifting and transcendental sound that will work perfectly with the aesthetic and theme.”

Fourcolours is happening at Revolt Artspace on Saturday October 11 with the event kicking off at 2pm. There will also be an after party at La Di Da. For more information and to buy tickets please head to fourcolours.com.au.

5 things with stacey pullen

1. Growing Up I grew up listening to groups like Earth, Wind & Fire, The OJays, basically ‘70s R&B/soul music. My dad was a member of the Motown group called the Capitals, my uncle was a session drummer and my aunt dated Smokey Robinson in high school. The very first album I bought was when I was seven was a Ramsey Lewis jazz album. 2. Inspirations Miles Davis, John Coltrane, these jazz guys had to struggle to get their music appreciated in the States and had to go over to Europe to create a following. Life, architecture, art, traveling inspires me. 3. Your Crew When I was in my high school marching band, I played the snare drum and my good friend Hamilcar Crosby got me into DJing. After band practice we would go up to his room and play records

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for hours. I work with the who’s who in music today, Loco Dice, Marco Carola, Luciano, Nic Fancuilli. My last job was working for an architecture firm. 4. The Music You Make My style is basically my brand/label Blackflag Recordings. We have music by Sergio Fernandez, Diego Infanzon, David Herrero, Nathan Barato and it’s all music for the dancefloor; I’ll be premiering all of these guys music and more in my sets on this upcoming Australian tour. 5. Music, Right Here, Right Now I’m just happy to see the generation shift, not so happy about how people jump on bandwagons of the latest popular genre. We need less artist sample packs and more innovation. Stacey Pullen plays at New Guernica on Saturday October 4.

club guide snaps anyway

wednesday oct 1 BOOTY WORK Laundry Bar, Fitzroy. 7:00pm. CURIOUS TALES - FEAT: DJ WHO + TIGERFUNK + TOM SHOWTIME + FLAGRANT Bimbo Deluxe, Fitzroy. 7:30pm. REVOLVER WEDNESDAYS - FEAT: DAN SAN Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 7:00pm. THE NEW POLLUTION + WHIPPED CREAM CHARGERS + ROLLOWAYS Laundry Bar, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $5.00. thursday oct 2 3181 THURSDAYS - FEAT: HANS DC + MAFIA + FOR YOUR EARS DJS + FAKE FORWARD + RIFFE + DOM DOLLA VS BOOT ACTION + JACK LOVE + BENSON VS MIKE METRO Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 6:00pm. CQ SESSIONS Cq, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. D.N.A THURSDAYS - FEAT: VARIOUS DJS Boutique, Prahran. 9:00pm. FLANAGANS THURSDAYS - FEAT: DJ ONTIME + DJ COLONEL Pier Live, Frankston. 8:00pm. GOOD EVENING Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. LOVE STORY - FEAT: TRANTER + SLEEVES + MEGAWUOTI + SUPREMES + MICKEY P Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 11:30pm. MIDNIGHT EXPRESS - FEAT: PREQUEL + EDD FISHER Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 11:00pm. RARE CANDY Carlton Club, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. THE RITZ - FEAT: KEN WALKER + ANDO + JOSHUA GILLILAND Trak Lounge Bar, Toorak. 10:00pm. $20.00. VARSITY - FEAT: KITI + FOOFARAW Bimbo Deluxe, Fitzroy. 6:00pm. XS DISCO - FEAT: VARIOUS ARTISTS Onesixone, Prahran. 8:00pm.

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friday oct 3 FLAGRANT + D’FRO + HIJACK Penny Black, Brunswick. 7:00pm. OMG FRIDAYS Seven Nightclub, South Melbourne. 10:00pm. $20.00. #EATDRINKPLAY - FEAT: ANDY MURPHY + MGMC + DJ JORJ + CAM WOODARD The Emerson, South Yarra. 10:00pm. $20.00. #MASHTAG - FEAT: MALPRACTICE + AGENT 86 + BENZO + ANDRE LE VOGUE + SILVERFOX + AHAB + OLLIE Bimbo Deluxe, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. ALY & FILA Trak Lounge Bar, Toorak. 8:00pm. BEND YOUR KNEES - FEAT: MASSIMILIANO PAGLIARA + SEAN PATRICK + OTOLOGIC + LOUIS MCCOY + GROOVE CONTROL New Guernica, Melbourne Cbd. 10:00pm. BREAD & BUTTER FRIDAYS Cushion, St Kilda. 8:00pm. CONDENSED MILK Loop, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. CQ FRIDAYS Cq, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. DATSIK Brown Alley, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. $30.00.

DJ HUDSON Great Britain Hotel, Richmond. 8:00pm. DJ MANISHA Victoria Hotel (brunswick), Brunswick. 9:00pm. DJ MATT FREDRICK The Bodega, West Melbourne. 8:00pm. FABULOUS FRIDAYS Co., Southbank. 8:00pm. FAKE TITS - FEAT: BOOGS + SPACEY SPACE + SUNSHINE + SAMMY LA MARCA + BUTTERS + ADAM BARTAS + JUNGLE JIM Tramp, Melbourne Cbd. 10:00pm. $15.00. FLASH FRIDAYS - FEAT: VARIOUS DJS Boutique, Prahran. 9:00pm. FREQUENCY FRIDAYS Fusion, Southbank. 10:00pm. $20.00. FRIDAYS @ ONESIXONE FEAT: JEN TUTTY + LUKE MCD + LEWIE DAY + PREQUEL + KATIE DROVER + MITCH KURZ + MIC NEWMAN + TOM EVANS + JOEL ALPHA + LIAM WALLER + AARON TROTTMAN + NICK JONES + JESSE YOUNG + ANDRAS FOX + JAC OSCAR WILKINS Onesixone, Prahran. 8:00pm. LA DANSE MACABRE Rainbow Hotel, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. LUCK TRUCK FRIDAYS DOWNSTAIRS Lucky Coq, Windsor. 9:00pm. LUSH FRIDAYS - FEAT: VARIOUS DJS Hush Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 5:00pm. MARY VELO + JAKE MCDONALD + ADRIAN BELL + MATT RADOVICH The Mercat, Melbourne. 10:00pm. MI CASA - FEAT: RETZA + SILVERSIX + DAMON WALSH + LUCCA TAN Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 1:00am. PANORAMA FRIDAYS UPSTAIRS - FEAT: PHATO A MANO + MR.GEORGE + MATT RADD + ASH-LEE Lucky Coq, Windsor. 9:00pm. PLAY THE PART #3 - FEAT: NOISE IN MY HEAD + DESIGNER THERAPY + JEZ + AWESOME WALES + CLEVERHANDS Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 11:30pm. $10.00. POPROCKS Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. REVOLVER FRIDAYS - FEAT: RADIO SLAVE Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 7:00pm. ROOSEVELT - FEAT: VARIOUS DJS Boutique, Prahran. 9:00pm. THE FRIDAY CLUB - FEAT: DJ OBLIVEUS Big Mouth, St Kilda. 10:00pm. WHIT3NOIS3 Loop, Melbourne Cbd. 10:00pm. saturday oct 4 SUCK MUSIC - FEAT: DOAKES + NICK COLEMAN + SOPHIA SIN Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 1:00am. ANYWAY - FEAT: VARIOUS DJS Bottom End, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. AUDIOPORN SATURDAYS - FEAT: DR. ZOK + JAMES WARE + GREG SARA + JACOB MALMO + TOM EVANS + ROWIE Onesixone, Prahran. 9:00pm. $15.00. BIG MOUTH SATURDAYS FEAT: DJ ROWIE + ANDYCAN + NACKERS Big Mouth, St Kilda.

9:00pm. BIG RED BUS - FEAT: JEWELZ + FREYA + MISS BEHAVIOUR + CACOPHONY + RACHEL ORCHARD My Aeon, Brunswick. 10:00pm. $10.00. BONEY SATURDAYS - FEAT: BRODIE CAHILL + BEN KEYNES + BABY BJORNE + BRAIN HANDRIE + JNETT + J-LOVE + GRANT CAMOV + SIMON TK + EDD FISHER + JIMMY CAUTION Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 11:00pm. $10.00. CLUB MODA MADNESS - FEAT: LLOYD La Di Da, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. CUSHION SATURDAYS Cushion, St Kilda. 9:00pm. FAMILIAR STRANGERS The Emerson, South Yarra. 10:00pm. $20.00. GARDEN BEATS - FEAT: DJ ANDRE LE VOGUE + DJ MARCUS HOLDER + DJ LUCAS POSADA The Fitzroy Beer Garden, Fitzroy. 7:00pm. HELMET - FEAT: DJ FLOWER & HELMET DJS Ferdydurke, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. HOT STEP - FEAT: ADAM ASKEW + GRAYSKULL + KELTEC + MYLES MAC + PETER BAKER + REV. THORN + SAM MCEWIN + SHANE COPAL + TOM EVANS Bimbo Deluxe, Fitzroy. 6:00pm. LISTEN OUT - FEAT: FLUME + CHET FAKER + ZHU + SCHOOLBOY Q + FOUR TET + YG + TA-KU + TOTALLY ENORMOUS EXTINCT DINOSAURS (DJ SET) + SHLOHMO + BONDAX + YAHTSEL (DJ SET) + YOUNG FATHERS + GOLDEN FEATURES + TKAY MAIDZA Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne. 1:00pm. $130.00. LISTEN OUT OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY - FEAT: TOTALLY ENORMOUS EXTINCT DINOSAURS Prince Bandroom, St Kilda. 5:00pm. $28.60. MOTHBALL RECORD LABEL NIGHT - FEAT: HYSTERIC + J LOVE + DANIELSAN + PAZ + LEWIS CANCUT + WHO & BOOGS Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 7:00pm. OBLIVEUS + D’FRO + MR LOB Penny Black, Brunswick. 7:00pm. RESPECT Trak Lounge Bar, Toorak. 9:00pm. $20.00. SATURDAY MORNING - FEAT: SUNSHINE Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 7:00am. SEVEN SATURDAY DISCOTHEQUE Seven Nightclub, South Melbourne. 10:00pm. $20.00. SHLOHMO Howler, Brunswick. 10:00pm. $30.00. SUPERCLUB SATURDAYS! - FEAT: DJ ONTIME + DJ COLONEL Pier Live, Frankston. 8:00pm. TEXTILE SATURDAYS - FEAT: KODIAK KID + D’FRO + JENS BEAMIN Lucky Coq, Windsor. 9:00pm. THE HOUSE DEFROST - FEAT: ANDY FROST Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 11:00pm. $35.00. THE SELECTORS - FEAT: STACEY PULLEN New Guernica, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

THERAPY SATURDAYS FEAT: BOMBS AWAY + TATE STRAUSS + ED COLMAN + MATTY G Fusion, Southbank. 10:00pm. $20.00. THURSGAY - FEAT: MIMI + TANZER + LEATHER LOCKLEAR + SLOPPY SPICE + SAILOR V Laundry Bar, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. $15.00. TRAMP SATURDAYS Tramp, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. VAULT SATURDAYS Platform One, Melbourne. 9:00pm. sunday oct 5 BOP ART - FEAT: HAWAII + WHO + TIGERFUNK + MATT RADOVICH + LEWIS CANCUT Bimbo Deluxe, Fitzroy. 6:00pm. EARLY MORNING CREW - FEAT: HOOPS + BRAD SASSMAN + JOSH PAOLA + JESSE YOUNG + OLLIE HOLMES + DEAN SPANOS Onesixone, Prahran. 1:00am. EASY NOW - FEAT: AGENT 86 + TOM SHOWTIME + DJ MAARS Penny Black, Brunswick. 5:00pm. ESPY ARTIST SHOWDOWN FEAT: ABOVE KINGS Espy, St Kilda. 12:30pm. $15.00. HAZE - FEAT: TALES FROM THE CHIMNEY + HAROLD + SIMON CROMWELL + BROCK Ferdydurke, Melbourne Cbd. 4:00pm. JUNGLE - FEAT: HANDS DOWN + ZAC DEPETRO + PETE LASKIS + TRAVLOS + JOHN DOE Tramp, Melbourne Cbd. 6:00am. $15.00. REVOLVER SUNDAYS - FEAT: BOOGS + SPACEY SPACE + T-REK + RADIATOR & DAMON WALSH + SILVERSIX Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 7:00pm. SOUTH SIDE HUSTLE SUNDAYS Lucky Coq, Windsor. 7:00pm. SPITROAST SUNDAYS Cushion, St Kilda. 10:00pm. STRIPPED BACK SUNDAYS The Emerson, South Yarra. 12:00pm. $15.00. SUMMER SERIES - FEAT: FUR COAT Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 7:00pm. THE SUNDAY SET - FEAT: DJ ANDYBLACK & HAGGIS Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 4:00pm. monday oct 6 CALL IT IN - FEAT: JAMES TOM + DYLAN MICHEL Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 6:00pm. STIFF DRINK - FEAT: DJ ROMAN WAFERS + DJ MICHAEL OZONE Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. TUESDAY 7 OCT HOUSE, ELECTRO, TRANCE & CLUB NIGHTS CUSHION TUESDAYS Cushion, St Kilda. 8:00pm. GIGGLE TUESDAY - FEAT: WHO + JAKE JUDD Lucky Coq, Windsor. 8:30pm. SEE YOU NEXT TUESDAY Bimbo Deluxe, Fitzroy. 7:00pm. TRAMP TUESDAYS Tramp, Melbourne Cbd. 10:00pm.

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MELLOW DIAS THUMP - FEAT: CAZEAUX O.S.L.O + GEEZY + DJ INFINITE Ferdydurke, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. MVP - FEAT: ROB STEEZY + THADDEUS DOE + STEPHELLES + LOW-KEY Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

thursday oct 2

HIP HOP KARAOKE Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $5.00. JELLO DOWNSTAIRS - FEAT: SILENTJAY + VERSAJ Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 6:00pm. NIGHT FLIGHT - FEAT: CHIARA KICKDRUM + BEVIN CAMPBELL + VIVA L’AMOUR Ferdydurke, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. THE REBIRTH OF COOL - FEAT: DJ MR LOB Penny Black, Brunswick. 7:00pm. ZION ISLAND - FEAT: RAS JAHKNOW + CENTRE & THE SOUTH + AYXNMD + DJ JESSIE I Laundry Bar, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. $10.00.

friday oct 3

BUMP FRIDAYS - FEAT: DJ KAHLUA Chaise Lounge, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $10.00. CALYPSO OF HOUSE - FEAT: PAUL JAGER Ferdydurke, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. FAKTORY FRIDAYS - FEAT: DAMION DE SILVA + K DEE + DURMY Khokolat Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 9:30pm. FRIDAY NIGHT RHYTHM - FEAT: DJ ANDRE LE VOGUE + SCARLETT MINX The Fitzroy Beer Garden, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. NEXT CROP - FEAT: BENI G + BILBO SWAGGINS + COMMON GROUND + GLUE + DEX + JAY D + LITTLE JEZ + SUNLIGHT Laundry Bar, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. $15.00. ROYALTY NOISE + JJOOBBEE + AZZY Penny Black, Brunswick. 9:00pm. T-PAIN Festival Hall, West Melbourne. 8:00pm. $69.90.

BIG DANCING Laundry Bar, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. KHOKOLAT KOATED SATURDAYS - FEAT: DAMION DE SILVA + K DEE + DURMY + TIMOS Khokolat Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 9:30pm. RE UP - FEAT: STEEZY + TRANTER + BOOTY QUEST + GUY GEEZY The Mercat, Melbourne. 10:00pm. RHYTHM NATION SATURDAYS - FEAT: DJ BIG SAAD + DJ KAHLUA & ANDY PALA Chaise Lounge, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $10.00.

sunday oct 5

BE. SUNDAYS Co., Southbank. 10:00pm. $15.00.

monday oct 6

ALT-J Forum Theatre, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

saturday oct 4

BAM BAM + MARKSMEN LLOYD Evelyn Hotel, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $16.00.

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CLINT MANSELL By Tamara Vogl Meritorious film composer and industrial rock musician, Clint Mansell has many marked musical accomplishments. For a man who had never made any predefined career goals, his achievements in alternative rock and film-scoring are all the more impressive. He’s best known as the lead singer of industrial rock band Pop Will Eat Itself and for his composition work with Darren Aronofsky (Black Swan, The Wrestler, Requiem For A Dream). Despite years of success in the film and music industries, Mansell remains an incredibly modest man who seems almost unaware of the brilliance his own work. While it was his feelings as an outcast that had initially attracted him to alternative music, his disposition as an outsider lingers long after three successful decades within the industry.

Born in an English town, a young Mansell was first inspired by David Bowie’s performance of Starman. Dabbling in music at eight when he began learning the guitar, it was his love for alternative music, however, that would lead him down the professional musician path. “I heard the Ramones and punk-rock changed my life,” he says. This kind of music played a “big part” in his identity. The fact that most people didn’t like it hit home for Mansell who often felt he never fit in. “This music had an outsider feel,” he explains. “The voice of the estranged. I gravitated toward that. “When I was about 16, this guy came to school who sort of became one of my friends,” Mansell says. “Neither of us could play anything, but we knew another couple of guys. It was 1980 by this point, and England was still into heavy metal and pop. If anyone was punk or alternatively minded, you kind of got to know each other.” That marked the early beginnings of Pop Will Eat Itself. Mansell says the whole experience of playing in a professional band was brilliant. They reached a certain amount of success and toured the world, which he says was the perfect thing to be doing in your 20s. “We got drunk and laughed our way around the world,” he says. “But by the time I was 33, I no longer loved it.” It was at this time, once he’d left the band, that Mansell made the move to New York. This would alter his musical career path profoundly through his introduction to a then unknown Darren Aronofsky.

“WITH fILM, THErE WErE frAMEWOrkS AND CErTAIN DEMANDS. THAT ACTUALLy WAS rATHEr LIBErATING, rATHEr THAN BEING rESTrICTIvE.” Mansell had made the USA move for something different. Initially, he thought he might get into electronic records, which could have lead to a potential solo record. The only problem was he couldn’t finish anything. “I didn’t have a central point to what I was doing,” he explains. “I was in a negative space. If you write a song, what’s the point of the second verse if it’s the same as the first verse? They’re the kinds of thoughts I was having.” His girlfriend at the time knew someone who needed music for a film they were trying to make. He met Aronofsky who had no money to pay for music licensing and they discussed what they would like, music-wise. Things progressed naturally and Mansell comments, “It was a fortunate meeting because of all the work we’ve now done.” As an artist film scoring offered something unique to Mansell, who hadn’t reacted positively to the abundant freedom songwriting for records had posed. “If you write your own music you can do anything you like,” he explains, “With film, there were frameworks and certain demands. That actually was rather liberating, rather than being restrictive.” The recurring blocks he had previously faced were slowly eroding as he began creating track after track. Initially, he had only planned on writing an opening piece for Pi. But he soon realised the power an original score could have on a scene, and began creating more. Lux Aeterna, the theme to Requiem For A Dream became one of Mansell’s cult classic tracks, which led to its use in popular culture outside the film and a re-orchestration for The Lord of The Rings. He admits, however, that it was a track that lay around for ages. He’d made it as part of a CD sketch for the film, and wasn’t thinking too much about it. “I was living in New Orleans, and Darren came down to go over the music ideas,” he explains. “We were trying different ideas against different scenes and we put it against the scene where Jennifer Connelly is having sex with her psychiatrist. And she’s stumbling out, then the lightning and the thunder strikes…You have this thing when you have a piece of music and images, but when you put them together you’ve got this other third element. It blew our minds. It completely changed our thinking on what the film would be.” Despite his huge success, Mansell acknowledges he still feels like an outsider. “It may not be based on any reality,” he says. “It’s just a feeling you have. You’re not that comfortable in other people’s company and you gravitate less to crowded things.” Despite this, Mansell is looking forward to his return to Australia, a favourite of his since he first came in 1999. In tow with a ninepiece band, string quartet, two guitars and keyboards, he’s supremely excited. CLINT MANSELL will play the Melbourne Recital Centre as part of Melbourne Festival on Friday October 17. Tickets available through the venue. BEAT MAGAZINE PAGE 34

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Continuing to chart over a decade’s worth of evolutionary growth, Melbourne pop stalwarts Architecture In Helsinki this year released NOW+4EVA, their fifth full-length LP. The album continues as an exploration of pure, classic pop songwriting, imbuing the bubblegum glee of Moment Bends instilled with the organic, quirky percussive elements of their earlier material. Speaking ahead of an opening night performance at this year’s Melbourne Music Week, vocalist and songwriter Cameron Bird relays the collective’s steadfast operational philosophies. “It’s another chapter for us. I don’t really know how I look back on it yet. Every record is a snapshot of a moment in time. I had a very strong connection to it, like every record we’ve done, and I’m really proud of it,” he states. “If there was someone who has keenly followed our trajectory as a band, they would probably say we fell into the ‘do what we want’ category. We probably have very few people that like our first record as our fifth record, or had stayed with the band through that time. As a musician and as a populist, I do want to make music that pleases people, but at the same time, if I was doing the same record over and over again I would be hugely bored. For us, it’s always been as much about self-satisfaction more than anything. I think the fact that people have got into our records is a bonus at the end of the day,” Bird reasons. “We have a genuine curiosity of new music and trying new things. I think the hard thing for a band, once you get past your second record, is trying to keep people interested and convinced that what you’re doing is still pushing things in a direction that’s not obvious. There’s always that element. Like any band will tell you, it’s maintaining relevance, and when you feel like you’re not relevant, it’s a hard thing when you’ve been in a band for several years and trying to keep on top of your game,” Bird says. “We grew up listening to pop music and still mostly listen to pop music. It’s definitely a dirty word still, people like to think they like pop music, but it still is tainted for a lot of people. We feel we’re truthfully, non-ironically, unashamedly into pop songwriting and pop production. We don’t feel embarrassed to make pop music. Obviously that’s going to rub a lot of people the wrong way, but there’s also people that are willing to get into what we get into.”

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Having operated for well over 10 years, the commoditised notion of nostalgia becomes a lure for some of Architecture In Helsinki’s contemporaries, or even predecessors, though Bird resists any such temptation. “I’m really wary of nostalgia; it’s a really weird feeling. Even for us, when we go and play in America, where our first couple of records were so popular, so when we go and play there now we have kids coming up to us saying, ‘You were my favourite band when I was 14, but I couldn’t come see you play.’ It’s a little weird,” he admits, and says has a keen drive to avoid becoming a legacy band. “I have no desire whatsoever to be in that position,” he says. “I feel like it’s a time and a place, and beyond that, the music takes on a life of its own. I have no interest in doing the winery tours or whatever comes next.” Architecture In Helsinki’s appreciation for the pop form shares some foundational common ground with the nascent PC Music stable currently making waves from the UK, with artists such as SOPHIE crafting hyper-exaggerated interpretations of the form. “I have a bit of an awareness about what’s going on there. It’s interesting, drawing from those influences of Timbaland or Pharrell’s production 10 years ago, then thrown into a blender and turned up 20bpm. It’s an interesting time for music in general. It’s always evolving, but because of the accessibility of the technology, anyone can make it. People’s chops are getting so crazy, you hear kids who are 18 making music that’s as good as anything, that wouldn’t have happened without the climate being the way it is.” As for what the next chapter of Architecture In Helsinki entails, Bird states they’re going to discuss about where they want to head next, hinting at a new record, “We won’t be touring our arses off, I think we’re pretty over that. I think for us, writing and producing is something we’re more into than touring.”

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jamie t By Augustus Welby When his debut record Panic Prevention came out in 2007, London tunesmith Jamie Treays was just 21 years old. With a wry wit and colourful storytelling ability, you’d be forgiven for thinking it was the work of someone with several more years of living behind them. Album number two, Kings & Queens, followed in 2009, featuring an even broader outlook, proved Jamie T was no one trick pony. However, shortly after this release, Treays cancelled a string of live dates and put his career on hold. By this year, the likelihood of another Jamie T album looked dim, and fans weren’t the only ones having doubts. “There were times when I was wondering whether I was really going to do it again,” Treays says. “I’ve been doing it since I was really young and I’d been on the road a long time. I’d never had a moment to stop and think, ‘Wait a minute, do I really want to fucking do this?’” It might’ve taken a while, but in July this year, the outcome of Treays’ career re-evaluation became clear with the announcement of his third record, Carry On the Grudge. Treays’ tunes are rooted in punk-rock attitude and possess a street-hardened edge, but the extent of Jamie T’s immediate success prevented him from ever qualifying as an ‘underground artist’. Aside from the financial security, swiftly gaining notoriety in the music industry isn’t always an ideal scenario. “[When you’re young] you just don’t know what

anything is and no one really explains anything to you,” says Treays, “because it’s assumed that you know what’s going on. Before you know it, you’re in a situation where it’s like ‘I don’t want to fucking do this. This is bullshit.’ “After having been away for quite a while I think I have a better head on my shoulders… You’ve got to say no a lot in this game.” Carry On the Grudge isn’t a radical departure from its two predecessors, which suggests Treays’ past frustrations haven’t been at the cost of his creative freedom. It’s a more melancholy and the hip-hop influence is more subdued this time around, but Treays’ cunning lyrical flare – and that unmistakable South London accent – remains the main attraction. “At one point the album was sounding completely alien to the past two records I’d done,” he recalls.

“All [my] albums are to me is a progression… So I like to think this album has some tracks on it that tie it all into what I’d been doing before.” Still, with since Kings & Queens, it seems inevitable that Treays songwriting perspective would’ve shifted. However, while it took some time before he felt comfortable pushing forward as a recording artist, Carry On the Grudge transpired through a period of sporadic songwriting. “There are songs on the album that were written and recorded just after I finished Kings & Queens and there are songs that were written three weeks before I finished the album,” Treays says. It’s fair to assume Treays feels somewhat ambivalent about diving back into the circus. It’s unlikely he’ll

manage to avoid the music industry’s less encouraging facets, but he’s now confident this is what he wants to be doing. “Since I was a kid I’ve been writing songs and if you take that away from me and I can get a bit lost. I’m back in a place now where I write songs all the time. “It took me a while to get the ball rolling, but by the end of it I was writing three of four songs a day. I just took some time to work out how I wanted to do it and whether I wanted to do it forever or not. And I’ve decided I’d really like to do it for years to come.”

got Ross Hannaford, Ray Pereira, Vika and Linda Bull, Bruce Haymes on the keys, and a guy called Garry Gray who used to sing with the Sacred Cowboys, who Mark played with, and he’s sort of playing the Dr. John role. It’s quite theatrical. The night is in two halves. The first half is Gris-Gris, which is pretty trippy, experimental but basically a New Orleans groove, and then the second is more, ‘Let’s push the tables back and dance,’ so lots of New Orleans songs.” Ross Hannaford is the perfect choice to participate in such an event. The former Daddy Cool guitarist is a walking encyclopaedia of late ‘60s rhythmicallyinspired guitar styles, bringing together influences like blues and reggae filtered through his own unique sound. “We’re all massive Ross Hannaford fans, so when this came up we thought when this came up, ‘Let’s get Hanna!’ I used to go see Diana Kiss, which was this outfit that Ross ran, and they played every Monday night at the Espy in the front room for many, many

years,” Nankervis says. “There’s no quizzing, and they’re guaranteed to be great nights. We’re big on community and getting people together, and we also respect great music. There’s probably a fine line between rock enthusiast and rock snob, and that’s us. Sometimes we fall over into the rock snob line but that’s only because we’re so passionate about good music. And these nights will be incredible.”

support in Rob Simone who is famous in his own right as a saxophonist, bandleader and composer. “Rob’s a great man to have around. Our guitarist Luke Joseph and I went to high school with him so we’ve been friends for years. He’s definitely a great mentor and teacher to myself with his arranging ability and has been a part of the Marionettes from the word go.” Simone’s presence has been instrumental, but it’s O’Sullivan who pulls the strings of The Marionettes (pun intended), although he doesn’t consider himself the ‘puppet master’ as we suggest. “Everyone offers his or her ideas and musical contributions,” he concedes. “I simply have the final say, so to speak.” As the group continue to gather momentum and a following, O’Sullivan is certainly aware of how important Melbourne’s music scene has been in helping them get to the point of all being so busy musically, that

it’s hard to squeeze in a Marionettes rehearsal, let alone a gig. But he is, like many, concerned about recent issues surrounding new residential properties being built in proximity to places like The Tote and Cherry Bar. “They should be looked at by the powers that be, from the wider perspective of community and engagement, rather than ‘annoyance’ or ‘public nuisance’ issues. We hope Melbournians continue to support The Marionettes and the Melbourne music scene, because we’ll continue to be inspired by it. Melbourne’s the best city in the world.” Amen.

JAMIE T is playing The Forum Theatre on Saturday January 24. His album Carry On the Grudge is out now through EMI Records.

rockwiz By Peter Hodgson There are many things RocKwiz does well, but perhaps most importantly – beyond being a vital part of Australia’s home-grown TV landscape, and an entertaining creative outlet for artists who appear on it – it functions as a central hub for music geeks to gather, either on stage or at home, to share their love of music minutiae. That kind of community gathering around music, being supported by music and generally being brought together by it, can be a huge part of peoples’ lives. There are two RocKwiz-associated events coming up that draw on this deeper level of the show’s place in the world; RocKwiz Goes Mental, and Brian Nankervis and members of the RocKwiz Orchestra presenting Dr. John’s classic Gris-Gris album & New Orleans ‘60s Classics Live. With the former, all proceeds will go towards world-leading youth mental health research led by 2010 Australian of the Year, Professor Patrick McGorry AO. “This is a cause that we all feel pretty strongly about for all the obvious reasons,” Nankervis continues. “We’ve had friends and colleagues and sons and daughters who have either suffered a mental health issue or could… We did a show for Orygen last year and it was really wonderful. “The statistics are horrendous,” Nankervis says. “One in four young people will suffer some sort of anxiety or mental health issue, and if they’re not addressed and they often aren’t - it just gets worse. I suppose in a

way, in the rock’n’roll industry, there’s probably a little bit of self-medication that goes on. We all lost a very good friend, Paul Hester, a number of years ago, and I think probably there were a few issues that ‘Hessie’ was struggling with for a while and he just couldn’t get on top of them. You’d like to think that if there’d been some sort of intervention at an early age there might have been a different outcome. You don’t know, but we’ve just got to get our young people healthy, or maybe give them the option. That’s what Orygen is all about.” Ding Dong Lounge is hosting Nankervis and members of the RocKwiz Orchestra for a Sunday residency in October featuring good food and good music (including the band playing Dr. John’s 1969 album Gris-Gris in full). “It’s something right out of left of centre,” Nankervis says. “It’s not the full RocKwiz cast; I have to be very clear about that. It’s Mark Ferrie and Peter Luscombe from the band, and myself - I’m sort of the host. Mark and Pete are at the core but then we’ve

RocKwiz’s Julia Zemiro, Brian Nankervis, Dugald McAndrew and the RocKwiz Orchestra present RocKwiz Goes Mental at The Melbourne Town Hall Friday October 3. All proceeds go to support Orygen Youth Health Research Centre. Brian Nankervis and members of the RocKwiz Orchestra Dinner and Show is at Ding Dong on Sundays October 5, 12 and 19.

the marionettes By Garry Westmore Fionn O’Sullivan is about to be a very busy man, and right now he’s experiencing the calm before the storm: holidaying in Singapore on the eve of a busy Spring/Summer season in which he and his eight-piece jazz, funk and soul outfit The Marionettes are going to be playing a heap of shows. As well as that, he’s releasing his own solo album, and getting hitched. So considering how much he and the rest of band have on their plate, how hard is it wrangling The Marionettes? “Almost impossible,” O’Sullivan exclaims. “I wish we could all play together every weekend, but we’re all fulltime musicians so it becomes very difficult to gather everyone for a gig on a frequent basis, as everyone has multiple projects on the go.” If that’s true, each gig must feel like a blessing, and the band seem to treat every show as such, playing with joyous fervor that’s got them their fair share of notice in Melbourne’s live scene. Their debut album Can’t Wait for the Weekend is indicative of their fun loving attitude and upbeat vibes. “I definitely wanted the artwork, photos and music to represent something pure and fun,” says O’Sullivan. “I believe music’s supposed to be enjoyed by those performing as well as those listening, and hopefully The Marionettes have captured that feel.” He seems humble dropping the word ‘hopefully’ as the general consensus has certainly been that the live verve the band carries transcribes pretty damn well onto record. Getting an album down and out into the wider BEAT MAGAZINE PAGE 36

world isn’t the only big thing that’s happened for them, as they’re returning to play Melbourne Fringe Festival for a second year running, head-producer of MFF Felix Preval said the band last year, “Brought a fresh, new and exciting sound to the Fringe Festival,” labeling them “unbelievable musicians.” Though they’ve played their fair share of gigs, the Fringe experience was a little different. “It definitely gave us the opportunity to expand our network and encouraged us to accelerate our music and promotion. We’re extremely excited to be performing again.” Last year’s Fringe helped spark further impetus for a band that seems to have formed almost entirely through a gravitational pull of personalities, with all members having either played, studied or partied together at some stage before forming in 2012. The secret to soldiering on has much to do with having respect for one another and each other’s musical abilities says O’Sullivan, and they’ve also had great

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THE MARIONETTES play The Grace Darling with The Tarantino Experience Thursday October 2 and at The Evelyn as part of Fringe Festival Sunday October 5.

CHOPPED FEST

By Soph Goulopoulos

With a population of little more than 500, it’s probably fair to say Newstead in central Victoria is, by and large, a pretty serene country town. Located 15 minutes west of Australia’s ‘hot rod capital’ of Castlemaine, every year, thousands of people descend on Newstead. These people have two things in common: they love their cars and their rock’n’roll. If there’s anything better than serenity, it’s a ’63 Valiant engine on full throttle. With a commitment to going one (or several) better each year, this weekend’s Chopped Festival celebrates hot rod culture in all its forms and there’s arguably nothing in the world quite like it. The hot rod scene is, in case you didn’t know, huge in Australia. Kyle Ford and his brother Ryan’s passion for custom vehicles stems from childhood, as their father was considered a pioneer of hot rods in the ‘50s. Along with their mate Paul Williams, the Ford boys started an A5 fanzine devoted to hot rods and customs, which they called Chopped. From those humble beginnings, the cult mag grew in popularity so much they decided to shift towards an annual car show, adding more and more elements like live music to morph it into the mighty beast it is today. In its first year, “five or so crappy bands” played on the town footy oval. Every year since, Chopped has tripled in size, evolving into a three-day camping festival. It moved from the oval to an old horse training track and finally, to its current home at Newstead Raceway where pre-’65 style hot rods, Choppers and Bobbers can drag

in the dirt, just like old times. Ford says they anticipate about 10,000 over the weekend, not to mention the day-trippers. “There’s been amazing community support, so it’s been able to grow organically,” Ford says. With a huge variety of things to do over the three days, Ford suggests it’s difficult to describe the typical Chopped punter, but one thing’s for certain: you don’t have to have a car to enjoy it. “[The crowd is an] absolute mismatch,” he says. “Because what we do is such a cross mix.” While all cars are permitted into the festival, there are rules of entry for cars into the main show area: pre-’65 traditional-style hot rods only; they must be lowered and have wheel alteration and no VWs; “if we let one in, it becomes a Volkswagen show, and it’s not a Volkswagen show.”

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STAGE CHOPPED MAIN TENT ROADS RESTRICTED AREA

All throughout the three days and into the nights, crowds will be flicking their attention between the field of dirt drags and cars across to the Levi’s stage ± one stage, no clashes ± where 25 bands play rockabilly, garage, rock through to blues, country and surf in the setting of the Tiki Palace, making it feel like you’ve been dropped in America in the ‘60s: island life with cocktails, tikis, and period DJs are visually drowned by palms, bamboo and a giant Easter Island Head that lights up the sky at night by popping its top and flaming into the darkness. “One of my favourite things is decorating the tiki bar; we put three days into it and to stand back and see that

thing finished makes me very happy,” says Ford. This year, punters will see the likes of Cosmic Psychos, King Salami and the Cumberland 3, Mesa Cosa, The Peep Tempel, Intoxica, Emma Swift, Papapilko and the Binrats, The Wednesday Night, The Floors, The Hardrive Bluegrass Band, Micks Dog Bone Yard, The Strange, The Baudelaires, Levitating Churches, Mighty Duke and the Lords, Spirit Valley, Surprise Wasp, Blackbird, The Villanettes, Zombie Motors Wrecking Yard, Le Bastard and more. This year will also see the return of the Levi’s Rambling Truck, a one-man mobile band who will fill in the gaps between sets on the stage. “One thing we always try to do is make sure the main content is Australian, we try to get a good mix from around the country,” explains Ford. “Everyone enjoys the variety of music, old and new bands.” With this year’s addition of motorbike stuntmen, it seems the growth of this mighty festival shows no signs of slowing down. “One thing we never want is for people to think it was like last year,” Ford enthuses, “We want every year to be the best year.” CHOPPED 2014 takes place in Newstead, Victoria from Friday October 3 to Sunday October 5 come rain, hail or shine. Three-day tickets are a steal at $110 with camping, $80 without. Day passes can also be purchased for 35 bucks. Available now through Oztix.

SET TIMES

LIVE ON THE LEVI’S STAGE

FRIDAY 3 OCT 11.00AM – ZOMBIE MOTORS WRECKING YARD 1.00PM – THE VILLENETTES 3.00PM – BLACKBIRD 5.00PM – SURPRISE WASP 6.30PM – SPIRIT VALLEY ----- CHOPPED DEVIL HOOP OF FIRE JUMP – MID MESA COSA SET ----8.00PM – MIGHTY DUKE & THE LORDS 9.30PM – THE FLOORS 11.00PM – INTOXICA SATURDAY 4 OCT 9.00AM – LEVITATING CHURCHES 11.00AM – THE HARDRIVE BLUEGRASS BAND 1.00PM – LA BASTARD 3.00PM – THE WEDNESDAY NIGHT 5.00PM – THE PEEP TEMPLE 6.30PM – MESA COSA ----- CHOPPED DEVIL HOOP OF FIRE JUMP – MID MESA COSA SET ----8.00PM – PAPA PILKO & THE BINRATS 9.30PM – KING SALAMI & THE CUMBERLAND 3 11.00PM – COSMIC PSYCHOS SUNDAY 5TH OCT

(DAYLIGHT SAVINGS KICKS IN OVERNIGHT)

10.00AM – MICKS DOG BONE YARD 12.00PM – EMMA SWIFT 2.00PM – THE STRANGE 4.00PM – THE BAUDELAIRES

COSMIC PSYCHOS By Rhys McRae Fame and fortune are generally the most popular answers that come to mind when you’re thinking about what it means to make it big in the music industry. Pompous artistes may harp on the same subject purporting that keeping you’re art ‘true’ without commercialising yourself are the real answers. Around 30 years ago, Cosmic Psychos were birthed out of the band Spring Plains and with their unashamedly Australian punk songs managed to educate a good part of the world on the fineries of drinking piss and working on farms. They’ve become one of this country’s most influential hard rock outfits with bands like Pearl Jam and Mudhoney citing the blokes as influences, and yet through all of it they’ve still managed to keep their heads out of their arses. Eleven years ago, long-time drummer Bill Walsh was unceremoniously kicked out of the band and replaced with Dean Muller who had been playing with singer/bassist Ross Knight in his side project, Dung. Muller says he couldn’t have felt more welcomed and when posed the question of what it means for him to ‘make it’, it’s not fame or influence he looks to but the camaraderie between the musicians. “Just playing with your mates,” Muller answers. “It is it. I am in it. People think money is it but in my experience it’s not. You need money to live but if that’s all you strive for, you’re certainly never going to be happy because you’re never going to have enough. So money certainly is not it. Fame? Fuck, look what happens to famous people. Half of them top themselves and the rest of them are mental, so fame isn’t really the go. I’d rather be in the Psychos than the Stones. Imagine dealing with Mick Jagger every day. Fuck. If you were told you were a genius since you were 17 years old, what does it do to your mind? No one ever told the Psychos we were geniuses, quite the opposite.” Not taking anything too seriously seems to be one of the main reasons behind the success of the band who have survived through many lineup changes with some more sudden than others. In 2006, the sudden and sad passing of guitarist Robbie Watts almost saw the band call it quits but they soldiered on recruiting John McKeering from The Onyas. You’d think those line-up changes would’ve had some sort of effect on the band’s sound but with a new album in preproduction, Muller concedes variation still isn’t in the Psychos’ vocabulary. “You could put on the first Psychos album and the last one that we did and go, ‘Oh, yeah’,” Muller says with a chuckle. “That’s one of the beauties of it. Even The Ramones deviated a little bit but the Psychos, we are what we are. The whole thing is driven by Ross’ sound as well and he doesn’t change that sound. I took his bass to the music shop to get it fixed up because it was so corroded and

stuff. He said, ‘Whatever you do, don’t let them clean it, don’t let them take the strap off it, you’re not allowed to take the strap off it.’ The strap is made of gaffer tape now. He’s had the bass since the late ‘80s so there’s 20 years of gunk. They took the scratch plate off it and looked inside and said it was like a biohazard.” “I guess that demonstrates how traditional Ross is about the whole thing and how unfussed he is about it. That’s the beauty of it. It’s going to be what it fucking is. Don’t stress and worry about it. It’s not a race. If everyone was that relaxed about music, I think music would be a lot better.” There are two big gigs coming up for the Psychos with headline spots at festivals Chopped and Down On the Farm which the band had a small hand in starting. Three years back, a group-funding campaign was run to raise cash for their documentary Blokes You Can Trust which saw the band fulfil a funding promise to play a gig for a few punters. Out of that one show, the punk heavy mini-festival Down On The Farm was born and now hosts handfuls of acts out of Melbourne’s garage and punk scene. Chopped is an altogether different beast as one of Australia’s premier pre-‘65 hot rod and motorbike get-togethers with old school dirt drag races and a line-up of killer garage rock bands. Muller has both played and been a punter at Chopped and for him the exhaust and dust filled air brings back memories of a time when the world wasn’t run by pansies. “It’s a pretty unique one, mate,” Muller enthuses. “It’s got elements of rock’n’roll, rockabilly and psychobilly. They try and keep that atmosphere of a bit of a fairground, flat track racing and danger. When I was a kid, I used to go the speedway and it had this red neck sort of atmosphere but wasn’t horrible, it’s not nasty or anything. It’s great with that old school red neck attitude to it. There are guys in ‘32 Chevys bloody racing guys on Triumph bobbers. It’s like going back in time. It’s the kind of spectacle you just don’t get to see in this day and age of the cotton wool society that we live in.” COSMIC PSYCHOS play Chopped festival happening from Friday October 3 to Sunday October 5 and will also hit up Down On The Farm on Saturday November 22.

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IN FLAMES

By Rod Whitfield

For bands there is often a prolonged lull between the completion of the recording, mixing and mastering of their new album to when it’s released, even for well-established, longrunning bands who you’d think would have more control of their own destiny. There are many reasons for it: marketing plans, record company release schedules, the timing of the album to coincide with a key tour and so on. It’s no different for Swedish legends In Flames, despite the fact they’ve been around for almost a quarter of a century, and have no less than 10 albums under their belt. Long-time bassist Peter Iwers, speaking from his home town of Gothenburg on Sweden’s west coast, has been getting a little toey in the lead up to the release of his band’s 11th record Siren Charms, but is satisfied with the final result. “I feel very happy [about the album],” he begins. “I’ve had this album in my iPhone for the last eight months or so, listening to it and having to keep it a secret from everyone. But now it’s finally out and I’m able to share it with everybody in the world, and I’m very, very pleased with it. Some bands are inherent experimenters with their sound, and some simply prefer to keep on keeping on, remaining consistent and true to their musical roots and their core audience. In Flames belong to the latter category, and their consistency also extends to the quality of their releases. “What we do is write music that we ourselves like,” Iwers says. “Something that I would like if somebody else wrote it. And if that’s the case, then we know we did the right thing.” Even better news for Aussie fans of In Flames is

the band are heading Down Under in mid-to-late November. In 24 years of existence, the band have only visited our shores on three previous occasions (twice on the Soundwave tour and once with Chimaira), and Iwers wants to make this one a memorable one. “Every time we come to Australia we’re treated so well, there’s just so much love, and it’s such a pleasure to come,” he enthuses. “I’m really sad that we haven’t been able to come as often as we would have liked to, but I think that we’ll be able to change that this time around.” He tells of an amusing but non-musical memory from one of his previous trips to Australia: “I’ve been out deep-sea fishing a couple of times,” he recalls. “The first time I wasn’t really prepared so I spent most of that first day leaning overboard and puking. “The second time I was a little better prepared, and I hadn’t eaten, and I’d taken seasick pills, and it was great, we had some great fishing.” Topping it all off is the fact the tour is an incredible double headlining bill, as American mainstream metal act Trivium are also making the trip. The two bands have crossed paths many times in the past, and Iwers can’t wait to hit the road with them again, especially in Australia.

“We’ve been friends with them for so many years now, as well,” he gushes, “It’s like going on tour with a second family. We get along great with them, and it’s a pleasure to be able to play with them, they have a very big following in Australia. To do this tour with them is amazing. “I think we’ve done Japan with those guys,” he goes on, “and Europe, and America several times.” The bands are such good friends now, they definitely tend to get a little happy together when they on the road. “Yeah, absolutely,” he confirms, “I’m speaking to Matt [Heafy, Trivium’s front man] on the web, and talking to him about stuff all the time. Food, and booze, and all

the things we like to do together.” With no less than 11 albums in tow now, the band have an incredible array of tunes and eras to draw from for their set list, and they do their very best to please as many fans as possible. “You’ll get a good mix,” he predicts. “But focusing on the last four or five albums, I’d say. We will definitely throw in some oldies as well, but it all depends on how long we are playing for.”

After some gigs in the US, they’ll be flying out for a full Australian and New Zealand tour. There’s no shortage of supports, with doom/sludge/stoner rock devotees Summonus, Clagg, Horsehunter and Lizzard Wizzard joining them on select dates. Australia and New Zealand will be new experiences for Ryan and band. “I’m still nervous. I don’t know what the fuck to expect,” says Wolfe about the tour. “I’m extremely giddy about it. I’m giddy because we got this opportunity to come down there. We’ve heard nothing but insanely amazing things about it. I’m stoked, I’m honoured.” Small seeds of an Oceania tour were planted in Windhand’s mind by Lizzard Wizzard, with whom they’ll soon share the stage. “Lizzard Wizzard wrote us an email during one of our tours in Europe,” Wolfe says. “They asked us if we’d do a split with them. Now it’s come full circle that we’re gonna’ play a show with them,

it’s pretty crazy. It really is a small world.” A smaller world still is the Southern United States’ doom scene. Acts like Down, Eyehategod and Pentagram are torch bearers for the sound, influencing countless others. Akin to regional sounds such as Gothenburg, Sweden’s melodic death metal scene and the San Francisco Bay Area’s thrash scene, what makes the South the go-to place for everything slow n’ heavy? “I don’t know what it is,” Wolfe says thoughtfully. “I’m curious about it myself. Maybe it’s the fucking heat? The sweltering humidity? God, it’s brutal down here. It’s atrocious. But, that kinda’ music, it breeds down there. I’m from there and I still don’t fuckin’ know.”

WINDHAND

IN FLAMES and TRIVIUM play 170 Russell on Sunday November 23, Monday November 24. Sunday is sold-out but you can get tickets for Monday through Soundwave Touring.

By Tom Valcanis

Crushing, abrasive and drip-fed wild hooks, press and fans easily dub Windhand a doom band. The term doesn’t sit well with the band though. Drummer Ryan Wolfe insists the Richmond, Virginia outfit’s rooted in a tradition far more pure: “It’s all just rock’n’roll,” he says. “In my head, when I think about what I’m doing? I’m playing rock’n’roll.” Windhand is routinely compared to doom genre leaders Electric Wizard, Black Sabbath and Saint Vitus. Setting themselves apart from those burly leather bruisers is vocalist Dorthia Cottrell, her ritualistic vocals bowling over long-established greats. Their debut title Soma earned much praise, nabbing Rolling Stone’s #3 in their 20 Best Metal Albums last year. Despite what looks like a rusted on doom tag, earlier this year in Spin magazine, guitarist Garrett Morris said he “doesn’t want to be pigeonholed as a doom band.” Why not? “The place we’ve gained influence from and where we derive riffs from, it’s all rock’n’roll,” Wolfe says. “We pull influences from the Rolling Stones, and you can throw that back to the blues. The Grateful Dead is a huge influence on me, so is Led Zeppelin. I think ‘doom’ is just a contrived label. Nowadays anybody can be doom. If you want to be that, it’s fine. But really, it’s just rock’n’roll. I listen to rock’n’roll. I don’t listen to doom.” Windhand like keeping things loose. So loose, some songs are a hit-and-miss affair. It doesn’t bother Wolfe, playing right into his cheeky nature. “Nothing is intentional in this band,” he says, dripping in down South drawl. “It just happens, from my point of view anyway. Sometimes we’ll sit and write a song, there’s a lot of jamming. A lot of pot smoking,” he chuckles, “and a lot of let’s just see what the fuck happens when we play this riff. When I hear a riff or a song, the way I approach it is that I’ll play every beat and note that’s possible to

play. Then I figure out what one feels right.” Despite recording, mastering and locking tracks away, what’s heard on vinyl or CD is seldom the final cut. Windhand aren’t completely sold on songs being “complete.” Fans hanging out for carbon-copy reproductions on tour soon realise that’s not Windhand’s thing. “There are things that happen on the road. We stumbled upon a part and I kept it. This was after we had recorded the track. I don’t play it as we did on the recording. It’s totally different. There are other versions of a few songs we’ve done. Unfortunate for people who want [to hear] the song as we did it on the record, but I’m glad I found it. Some songs are definitive, but others are open to interpretation. We jam live. It’s strictly by luck and fortune some songs end up the way they are.” Wolfe’s drumming style is as freewheeling as their approach to music. It’s not surprising he fits right into Windhand. Anything quicker than sludge wouldn’t work, since Wolfe “can’t play fast.” “I’m physically unable to play that fast. I don’t know if it happened by chance or luck or on purpose, but stopped being able to play fast years ago. Then I started playing in Windhand and I started to realise, ‘Oh, so there’s technique involved’,” he laughs. “I should learn how to be a real drummer. I try really hard and study really hard. When I do, it sucks. When I shut up and close my eyes, it works out pretty well.”

WINDHAND tear up Yah Yah’s Saturday October 4 and The Tote Sunday October 5.

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Who are you and what do you do? I’m Kris Riot, the front woman and I bring lots of screams, my favourite thing. Ed Jones, lead guitar. I bring deadpan humour and the occasional takeaway kebab. Nina, I’m our guitarist and have earned the role of smashing shit up at our gigs i.e. our equipment, myself, whatever you can throw at me. Ben; I bring low-slung fuzzy sub goodness. I’m Ingrid, and I bring the phat beats.

What can gig-goers expect from your upcoming show at Yah Yah’s with Strawberry Fist-Cake and Messed Up on October 3? A messed up strawberry fist in the riots. What’s next on the cards for Red Light Riot? Interstate tours, video clip release, and getting back to the studio to work on another EP. In the meantime, check out our debut EP High Society at redlightriot.bandcamp.com.

If you were to give readers and new listeners one reason to come see one of your live shows, what would that be? Our live performance is high energy and every song has a unique meaning and life of its own.

RED LIGHT RIOT play Yah Yah’s with Strawberry Fist-Cake and Messed Up Friday October 3. $13 entry at the door.

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CORE

PUNK, SKA, HARDCORE NEWS, REVIEWS & GOSSIP

By Emily Kelly: ek1984@gmail.com Remember The Matches? They were signed to Epitaph in their day and had a few quirky rock hits that were so addictive and saccharine they even crossed over to the dark side mainstream for a bit. They are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their debut album E. Von Dhal Killed The Locals and playing the album in full with their original line up. See it go down at The Corner Hotel on Saturday January 17. Shock Records’ heavy music imprint label Halfcut have announced a new signing in the form of Belle Haven. The band will release a single titled Hunt For Health early in October and go on to release their new album in March next year. Catch them at Next on Thursday October 30 to see if they hold up live. The upcoming NOFX tour is almost totally sold out but that hasn’t stopped promoter Blue Murder from chucking some of the finest supports available on the bill. Melbourne can witness The Bennies and Bodyjar open on the Monday November 17, Thursday 20 and Friday 21 shows. It’ll just be The Bennies tackling opening duties at the Barwon Hotel show though. Spoilt. Resist Records don’t sign a lot of local bands so you tend to sit up and pay attention when they announce a new addition to their roster. Sydney’s Vices are officially part of the family. Their debut album Between My Mind and the World will be released on Friday November 14. More and more bands are stopping gigs and calling out violent behaviour in front-of-stage, and Joyce Manor perhaps unsurprisingly, have added their name to the list. Front man Barry Johnson recently got so fired up with stage divers that he had to issue an apology in the days following the shows: “I wasn’t able to watch people being hurt so I asked people not to act in the way that was hurting people. If that means you don’t support the band, I respect that. If you don’t want to attend the shows, we respect that. If you’ve bought a ticket to the show and want your money back because you want that to be your experience, we will refund you”. He continued, “I don’t have an issue with anyone’s lifestyle. I apologize [sic] for losing my cool in Houston. I saw someone whose full intention was to harm people and was upset. I look forward to playing music in a safe environment for everyone from here on out.”

CRUNCH

METAL, HEAVY ROCK. CLASSIC ROCK LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL GOOD SHIT

With Peter Hodgson: crunchcolumn@gmail.com Wednesday October 1: Veruca Salt, Bloods at The Corner Hotel

Dead Kennedys, The Bennies, Wolfoack at 170 Russel

Slash at Rolling Stone Live Lodge, Workers Club Thursday October 2: Inventions, We Disappear, Bound By Hound at

The Curtin Hotel

The Gifthorse, Ceres, Freak Wave, Have/Hold at The Reverence

Saints Alight, Arkive, Searching In Silence, Eyes of the Sleepers, Incentives at The Bendigo

Blkout, Flowermouth, Aggressor at Next Friday October 3: Sepultura at 170 Russell

The Peep Tempel, Gold Class, Motel Love at The Tote

Captives at The Eastern, Ballarat

Rust In Piss, Drain life, Equity at The Reverence Saturday October 4: Windhand, Beastwars at Yah Yahs

Boris The Blake, Martyr Defiled, Elegist, I Exalt at The Reverence Hotel

Kiss The Vyper, Dark Earth, Sudden State, Espionage, Rum Runners at The Bendigo

Bury Tomorrow, Reigner, Sentinel at Bang

Boris The Blade, Martyr Defiled, Elegist, I Exalt, Architects of Evolution at The Reverence Sunday October 5: Windhand, Beastwars, Sumeru at The Tote

Boris The Blade, Martyr Defiled, Elegist, I Exalt at Wrangler Studios

Darren Gibson, Jim Duggan, Jess Locke at The Reverence

PRONG TOUR

US metal favourites Prong will tour Australia for the first time ever this coming November for Nightmare Music. Founded by singer/guitarist Tommy Victor in 1986, the band has never made it to Australia at any point in their 28-year career, but all that is about to change. “I personally haven’t been there with any other band or on a trip,” Victor says. “I’ve only heard great things about the place. So it’s wonderful to have the opportunity to get down there. Finally.” Prong has cast a long shadow; bands like Korn, Slipknot and Nine Inch Nails openly acknowledge their influence. New album Ruining Lives is the follow-up to the acclaimed 2012 release Carved Into Stone and continues to show the band on an upward trajectory, proving that despite having a long, illustrious career Prong can still make records that matter and re-invent themselves without negating their roots. They’ll be at The Hi-Fi on Friday November 21.

NEW PINK FLOYD GETS RELEASE DATE

Pink Floyd has announced the release date for new album The Endless River. Originally slated for October, it’s now been confirmed for Monday November 10. The album is based on sessions from 1994 around the time of the recording of The Division Bell, and the album originally started life as an ambient instrumental set called The Big Spliff. Guitarist/vocalist David Gilmour and drummer Nick Mason have gone back to the recordings and finished them up, and the late Rick Wright appears on the tracks.

KING PARROT DOMINATION OF THE WORLD CONTINUES UNABATED

Congratulations to the mighty King Parrot: after recently being added to the Punk Rock But Kinda Not tour in December across the North American West Coast with Down, Orange Goblin and Bl’ast, King Parrot will hit the US East Coast in October to make sure their growing fan base on this side of the continent don’t miss out, starting with Canadian dates and including the Metal Sucks CMJ showcase in New York and Housecore Horrorfest in Austin, Texas. Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Roy Orbison, Rufus Thomas Jnr., Howlin’ Wolf and many more all launched their careers at the famous Sun Studios in Memphis. Sun Rising pays homage to these artists and Sun owner/producer Sam Phillips with a critically acclaimed show that has been selling out across the country. Catch them at the Thornbury Theatre on Saturday October 4.

If you missed out on tickets to see Trivium and In Flames (they sold out super quick) then you can breathe easy as they’ve announced a second Melbourne show. 170 Russell will host again, this time on Monday November 24. Hurry up this time ‘kay?

The AQUABATS

SLAVES AT THE EVELYN

Former Dance Gavin Dance and Emarosa front man Jonny Craig has added another arrow in his musical quiver with the formation of SLAVES, featuring Hands In Heart guitarist Alex Lyman. The band’s debut album Through Art We Are All Equals is out now and SLAVES will be hitting Australia in October. Catch them at The Evelyn Hotel in Fitzroy on Friday October 10. Tickets from oztix.com.au.

BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME

Between The Buried and Me will launch their first ever Blu-ray release on Friday October 3 via Metal Blade/ Rocket. The video features interviews with each band member and a live recording of The Parallax II: Future Sequence performed in its entirety. Additionally, both the DVD and Blu-ray versions include an audio CD of the performance. To whet the appetite of fans who may be wondering just how the in-studio performance with guest musicians looks, Extremophile Elite has been released in its entirety at metalblade.com/btbam.

SEPULTURA THIS WEEK

Final warning Catch Sepultura at 170 Russell (ex-Billboard) on Friday October 3. The band is touring on the back of their incredible album The Mediator Between The Head And Hands Must Be The Heart. Tickets are only $59 plus booking fee from metropolistouring.com.

NEW CANNIBAL CORPSE VIDEO

Cannibal Corpse has unveiled the official new video for Kill Or Become from their monstrous new album A Skeletal Domain. Shot at Kelly’s Hideaway in Seffner, Florida and directed by critically-lauded videographer David Brodsky of MyGoodEye (Goatwhore, Hell Yeah, Whitechapel, Municipal Waste), the zombiestrewn, nightmarishly awesome clip fluctuates from colour and black and white and offers up a delicious visual inundation of blood, guts and gastric fluids.

SLASH IN TOWN

The mighty Slash will be at the Workers Club in Fitzroy on Wednesday October 1 for one-off hourlong Q and A session at the Live Lodge. Good luck finding tickets though ‘cos it sold out pretty much instantly. He won’t be performing any music but he’ll be answering all your questions with his trademark honesty.

By David James Young Break out the party hats and prepare to stuff yourself silly with cake; this year marks 20 years since The Aquabats first pulled on their spandex, plugged in their guitars and attempted to fight crime and save the world with arse-kicking rock’n’roll. It’s a huge milestone, and one that not many bands get to achieve. So what does it feel like to be two decades deep? “I don’t know whether to laugh or cry,” exclaims The MC Bat Commander, lead vocalist and fearless leader of The Aquabats. “Where did the time go? It doesn’t seem like that long ago – when I think about the bands that had been around for 20 years when I was a kid, they were old! That was bands like The Rolling Stones, Devo, The Who, they’d been around forever. Thinking about matching that time, it’s really strange. “I think of our attitude back when we started and our attitude now. I mean, it’s kind of different, but I think it’s essentially the same. It’s basically always been to have fun and see what we can get away with. We’ve always been the class clowns – every tour we’ve done, every festival that we’ve been on, we’ve been expected to be kicked off at any moment. Not for doing anything inherently bad, but just for being the nerds that we are. It’s been a pretty fun thing to just keep doing.” Over the years, the Californians have expanded their empire significantly. They were the stars of The Aquabats! Super Show! – a live-action children’s program that incorporated new songs and ran for nearly two years. They’ve also produced five studio albums, with the most recent being 2011’s Hi-Five Soup! One could say that the band members, who have remained unchanged for eight years, have been married to their job. Sure, but

don’t think it’s gotten in the way of the performers’ romantic endeavours – well, more than it already has, at least. “The early days were a little more fancy-free,” recalls Bat Commander. “We were all single and out there, ready to mingle… and all the girls would run away the second we put our costumes on. My wife, who I’ve been with for a long time, originally didn’t know about the band when we were first going out. That almost ruined it, so I tried to keep her away from it as much as possible. I had to prove to her that I had other ambitions and other plans – I wasn’t just going to go to my own private Comic-Con every day.” The Aquabats are bringing their spandex, guitars and assorted weapons back to Australia in February as a part of the Soundwave festivities. They also have some very peculiar extra-curricular plans. “I’m not just brown-nosing here,” says Bat Commander, “but I would totally love to move to Australia. We all love it down there – we’ll even take out a few cane toads for you guys while we’re in town. We’ll just stay there, in costume, exterminating cane toads for weeks and weeks to pay for the shows. That could also be a really good episode of the show, now that I’m thinking.” On the subject of the TV show, 2014 started on a bum

note for the band as it was revealed that Super Show had not been renewed. In spite of this, Bat Commander is certain the program is not going to go down without a fight. “I think the independent nature of the band and the punk rock ethos has inspired us to keep making it,” he says. “It’s a little bit of a setback, but we’ve been trying to do this for so long. It’s been such a dream come true, and the show has actually turned out pretty well – I watch the show and I sometimes can’t believe it. We actually pulled it off. We’ve definitely got to keep doing it.” The dream is still very much alive for The Aquabats – there are still arses to kick and names to take for Bat Commander and co. It begs the question, what is the key to the band staying together for all this time? Is it because they’re the heroes the world of music needs right now? “I think the reason we’ve been able to kind of hang in there is, at the heart of The Aquabats, it’s just fun,” says

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Bat Commander. “It’s just entertainment. It doesn’t really mean anything too deep. At the same time, we really care about our fans and want everyone to have a great time together. We’re all really good friends in this band, and I think that’s been a major part of what’s kept us together. We’ve shared this fun trip, and we’ve expected it to end so many times. We’ve been really grateful that we’ve been able to keep doing it. “We’ve never had any major expectations – if you set out to be U2, regardless of who you are, odds are it’s not gonna work out. We set out to be a bunch of dudes just sneaking into shows and having fun – and that’s worked out just fine for us.” THE AQUABATS rip it up at Soundwave 2015 Saturday February 21 and Sunday February 22. Tickets available through Eventopia via the festival website. BEAT MAGAZINE PAGE 39

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WEDNESDAY OCT 1

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LIGHTNING TAPE WOLF

This October sees New Zealand’s Lightning Tape Wolf return to Australian soil. Tape Wolf returns to celebrate the Australian release of the Wolf Party LP and is bringing with him two genre defying and ear mangling cohorts of the New Zealand one-man-band underground ± Boss Christ and Double Ya D. New Zealand breeds some strange animals and these are three rare creatures you will be lucky to see live. Don’t miss one of four massive shows. October 1 at The LuWow, October 2 at The Grace Darling with special guests Ross De Chene Hurricanes, October 3 at The Bridge Hotel with special guests Pork Chop Party and October 4 at Public Bar with Richie1250 and The Brides of Christ.

TRIVIA AT THE VIC

Every Wednesday The Victoria Hotel plays host to Brunswick’s best trivia night. Just for knowing things about stuff you can win free booze. Even better, it’s free to play. It kicks off at 7pm this Wednesday October 1.

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THE GIFTHORSE

Get down to The Rev on Thursday night to celebrate the The Gifthorse’s Give My Body To This Town LP launch tour. The boys from Brisbane’s The Gifthorse are back with a new album to share with the world. Come party with support from the almighty Ceres, Freak Wave & Have/Hold. Thursday October 2, bands from 8pm. $10 on the door at The Reverence Hotel.

SAINTS ALIGHT

Saints Alight are a five piece metalcore band hailing from Brissy. Drawing inspiration in crossing and transcending the boundaries of genre, these boys have produced a concentrated and melodically unique sound, the perfect mix of crushing hardcore riffs and an abstract ambient soundscape. They’ll be joined by Arkive, Searching in Silence, Eyes of the Sleepers and Incentives. It all goes down Thursday October 2 from 7.30pm at The Bendigo Hotel.

ANNA’S GO-GO ACADEMY

If you feel like shakin’ it (like a Polaroid picture), then head down to Anna’s Go-Go Academy Thursday October 2. Anna’s Go-Go classes are great fun and an excellent cardio workout. Described as “a retro hit parade” and “a high energy dance party with the hostess with the mostest”, it’s guaranteed to be a hit. Class begins at 6.30pm, priced at $12 or $10 each if you bring a friend. Thursday nights at The Victoria Hotel.

DR PIFFLE

This Wednesday at The Yarra Hotel, relive the classics of the ‘20s and ‘30s when Tim McKew pays tribute to Noel Coward. Tim is internationally acclaimed from his days as a child star on Australian television singing with Jamie Redfern, supporting Nick Cave and performing sell out shows around Australia and abroad to his latest hit show Tim McKew Toasts Noel Coward. This is a tribute to the music and wit of the great Noel Coward. Wednesday October 1 at The Yarra Hotel.

Dr Piffle & the Burlap Band are a 10-piece tribe of raggle-taggle gypsy punks that play folk music harder and faster than anything seen before. They are back in Melbourne, and this time they’re teaming up with their favourite speed folk comrades, Quarry Mountain Dead Rats. It’s been over a year since these two bands have destroyed stages together around Australia. So come throw off your jackets, and get ready to yell, dance, jump, scream, shout and explode this Thursday October 2 at Tago Mago.

THE SWEETHEARTS

This Thursday October 2 at Cherry Bar, 25-piece all girl soul act The Sweethearts fill up the stage for Soul in the Basement. Your favourite DJs Vince Peach and Pierre Baroni will be playing ‘till late. Entry is $10 and doors open at 8pm.

GRAND PRISMATIC

Melbourne locals Grand Prismatic released their offkilter psych-pop record Footscray and Fancy Free earlier in the year and kicked around on a road trip in America. The record sounds something like a soundtrack to an American road trip that was sparked by your partner setting all your shit on fire and kicking you out the house. To celebrate their return to Aussie shores, Grand Prismatic are teaming up with Honey Badgers and James Seedy at The Retreat Hotel Thursday October 2. Kicks off from 8.30pm.

FRIDAY OCT 3

SON DE LA CALLE

Son De La Calle are a 12-piece Latin band providing their audience with a high energy, dynamic and engaging show. Playing the best of what Latin music has to offer, Son De La Calle have a varied repertoire ranging from the fast paced Merengue rhythm to the ever popular Salsa. With a focus on making a connection with its audience, Son De La Calle have the right mix of energy and musical ability to keep the LuWow’s dance floor full for the whole night. Together with the Funalleros this proves to be an amazing Latin lineup. Friday October 3, $8 from 8pm.

SAM APPAPOULAY

Ruby’s Blue Note Series immerses the audience in soulful and refined jazz. The undeniable quality on stage will help ease the audience into the weekend. Focusing on the intimate relationship between the artist and their music allowing for an organic and relaxed atmosphere that is unique to Ruby’s. Friday October 3 will be hosted by Sam Appapoulay. Doors open at 8pm, $20 entry.

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BROADS

Broads is the musical partnership of Kelly Day (The Nymphs, regular guest with Wagons) and Jane Hendry (The Tiger & Me, The Nymphs). With years of singing together in vocal vintage pop group The Nymphs (as seen on Spicks & Specks, RocKwiz), Kel and Jane have developed a symbiosis that is evident in their luscious harmonies and the way they interact during their live shows. Their self-titled debut EP is a collection of sweetly nostalgic duets, each with their own slightly dark undertone. Catch these lovely ladies Friday October 3 at Boney from 8pm. Entry is $10 with special guests Cash Savage & Joe White and Ryan Nico. Hotel. Doors open at 8.30pm, $15 entry at the door.

RUST IN PISS

Celebrate Moshtoberfest at The Reverence on Friday October 3. Tearing up the stage will be thrash metal lords, Rust in Piss with support from Drain Life and Equity. Plenty of metal and plenty of beers. Doors open at 8pm, entry is $8.

HANNAH ROSA

When you listen to Hannah Rosa’s folk infused music you start to melt away. Seamless and graceful, her vocals appear effortless with the perfect mix of breathy tones, light and shade and elegant finesse. Following the success of her second EP, Buried Alive Rosa will be playing at Grumpy’s Green on Friday, October 3.

PLASTERED BASTARDS

Semplesize is taking over Watt’s On to bring you some of Melbourne’s best up-and-coming artists. Let us introduce you to high school punk band The Plastered Bastards. With the skills like polished bros and the attitude of young dudes, these guys sure know how to put on a show. Joining them are Melbourne favourites The Lovelies. The Lovelies were formed as an absolute joke for a friend’s birthday party and have been kickin’ around Melbourne town ever since. It all goes down Friday October 3 at The Prince of Wales.

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SHEPPARD

With the highest selling Australian single for 2014 under their belt, Geronimo, and following four stellar album launches, Sheppard toured the world playing sold out shows. They are now returning to Australia for a short run of dates. The band’s breakthrough hit Let Me Down Easy ignited radio airwaves around the world last year, hitting the Top 20 ARIA and airplay charts in Australia. They also hold the title for the longest running #1 single by an independent Australian artist of all time. Don’t miss out on seeing them before they jet off again for an international takeover. Sheppard play an all ages, unlicensed show at The Gasometer on Friday October 3. Doors open 1pm.

SATURDAY OCT 4

GOATPISS GASOLINE

Tasmanian songwriting machine Ramblin Van Walker joins forces with Mailtand guitar prodigy Hank Elwood Green and Adelaide’s Dave ‘Suit’ Watkins in Melbourne’s Goatpiss Gasoline, the bastard brothers of such acts as Three Kings and Chris Russell’s Chicken Walk. Houserockin’ electrified blues boogie with no bass and plenty of vinegar. Combining the irresistible killer slide of Elmore James and down home toothless stomp of Jimmy Reed, Goatpiss Gasoline are a band that play natural good time music, flirt with a wine stained shirt and understand that simplicity is a virtue. Catch them at The Drunken Poet on Saturday October 4 from 9pm.

MASSIVE

Assembled from parts lying around Melbourne in 2012, Massive are a volatile macho-rock engine fuelled on adrenaline, lager and a determination to party hard. Known to travel thousands of miles across the baking desert between gigs, these riot-starting, fist swinging road dogs mean business. Come down and help send these boys off on their upcoming European tour. Joined by Lace & Whiskey, this gig will be MASSIVE. Check 'em out Friday, October the 3 at The Bendigo.

RUBY’S SEARCH FOR THE JAZZ CATS

Steve Sedergreen’s original ‘Jazz Cats’ from 1999 morphed into the phenomenally successful Cat Empire. Can these young cats do it too? Young up and coming musicians will jam and be coached by more experienced young musicians – some of them hail from ‘Jazz Cat 2' – Steve Sedergreen’s second Jazz Cat project. Hard working, successful young musicians like Ross Irwin (The Cat Empire’s horns) Daniel Farrugia (Bamboos), Jules Pascoe (Clairy Browne & the Bangin’ Rackettes), to name a few. Doors open at 6pm, entry is free. Friday October 3 at Ruby’s Music Room.

SLIM WILLY

Slim Willy was formed when the last six men standing after a vicious pub brawl, on an open mic night in Warrnambool, agreed to share the stage instead of continuing to bash each other senseless, and thank God they did. If their musical repertoire was a solar system, then country music would be the sun and the orbiting planets would be blues, pop and smooth. Doors open at 5pm on October 4 at The Retreat Hotel, $20 at the door.

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MEG MAC believed in what I was doing and I worked up enough courage to email my song Every Lie to all the presenters at triple j myself - and they didn’t even think I was crazy. Since then, I have not stopped singing.

How would you describe the sound of your debut EP to new listeners? I know that it’s pop and that it’s soul. But there are bits of inspiration from all over my life. I am going to go with a dark pop sound for the new listeners. Did you ever think you would have come this far so early on in your music career? I always had hope that I would be doing exactly what I am doing. From the day I uploaded my first song on triple j Unearthed, I hoped. It all started from there and things started happening in real life rather than in my head. Suddenly I

What can the audience expect from your performance at the Independent Music Awards? I am performing one song on the night and I want it to be very real but dramatic at the same time somehow. A.I.R AWARDS PRESENTS How does it feel to have the opportunity to perform in front of so many talented independent, Australian artists? It feels a little intimidating but feels good, I am always excited to sing for people. I am looking forward to meeting other independent artists who are just like me. What do you think the highlight will be of the AIR Awards 2014? I think singing at the awards will be the highlight for me; the singing is always my favourite part of any event. MEG MAC is nominated for AIR Breakthrough Independent Artist Of The Year, and is also performing on the night. The AIR Awards take place Wednesday October 8 at the North Melbourne Meat Market.

WOLFPACK

Melbourne not-for-profit, DIY punk-rock juggernauts Wolfpack hit Ding Dong Lounge on Friday October 3 as part of their national tour to coincide with the release of their debut album Seen Not Herd. Known for their manic live shows and relentless work ethic, Wolfpack have raised over $13,000 for charity since their inception in 2011. Helping them to bring the non-stop party to Ding Dong Lounge will be special guests Declaration, Catguy Mary and Kodiak Throat. Make sure you grab your tickets early for this blistering night of punk rock. $11 on the door. Doors open 9pm.

RIVER OF SNAKES

On the heals of the release of their critically acclaimed debut album, River of Snakes head down to The Retreat Hotel this Friday October 3 for a night of blistering riffs, frantic beats and casual mayhem with the awesome Udays Tiger as special guests. Its free entry and bands start at 9pm.

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JANTINA & THE JAGUARS

Jantina & the Jaguars are thrilled to be launching the release of their latest, self-titled EP on vinyl at the Ding Dong Lounge on Saturday October 4. Lead by the gritty and powerful voice of Jantina Gardner, Jantina & the Jaguars artfully mix good ol’ fashioned rock‘n’roll with blues and a hell of a lot of soul. They’ll be joined by prog rock quartet LeBelle and Chev Rise. Grab your ticket and a copy of the vinyl EP for $20+BF. Doors open at 9pm.

BONJAH

The release of their most recent record Beautiful Wild saw Melbourne based Bonjah emerge as a fullyfledged rock’n’roll band with an irresistible, bluesy swagger. The album received overwhelmingly positive reviews and Bonjah wasted no time hitting the road for their most extensive tour to show it off. Their hometown show is this Saturday October 4 at The Hi Fi, with Animaux and Tully on Tully in tow, it’s sure to be a special one. Tickets are available now through the venue.

BORIS THE BLADE

After releasing their killer debut record The Human Hive back in April, Melbourne deathcore heavyweights Boris The Blade are back on the road for their first ever Spring Rage Tour this October. Joining them will be Martyr Defiled from the UK, Sydney’s Elegist, Adelaide’s I Exalt and locals Architects of Evolution. This is one heavy night you don’t want to miss. Saturday October 4 at The Reverence Hotel. Doors at 7.30pm, tickets are $20 on the door.

THE VAGRANTS

The Vagrants are taking over the stage at Whole Lotta Love this Friday. After many successful tours of Europe, Steve and Renate Iorio, the heart of The Vagrants, have decided to move to Austria permanently. Don’t miss your last chance to see The Vagrants play their brand of high energy old school rock. Set kicks off from 9pm10pm, so get there early, and get primed for a huge night of whiskey and rock’n’roll. Saturday October 4 at Whole Lotta Love Bar.

MASKETTA FALL

THE DEMON PARADE

Since 2010, The Demon Parade have clocked up over 250 shows on their resume, two EPs and six singles, support slots with international groups such as the Brian Jonestown Massacre, Swervedriver, The Bellrays and Sleepy Sun as well as sharing stages with some of Australia’s finest; including The Preatures, Something For Kate, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Stonefield, British India, Kingswood, Goldfields and Dune Rats. Catch them when they launch their latest single My Hurricane at The Grace Darling Saturday October 4. Doors from 8.30pm.

2014 has seen Masketta Fall hidden away and working hard on exciting new music. The songs take a deeper look into the bands journey, delving into personal experiences over their time as a band, an exciting and uplifting progression from their previous work. Masketta Fall invite you to join them for a special EP preview show as they showcase their new material this October in Melbourne. This will be their first headline appearance after touring with US rock group American Authors across Australia in September. Saturday October 4 at The Gasometer Hotel from 1pm. Tickets $20+BF or $25 at the door.

LEPERS AND CROOKS

Five-piece, anthemic rock outfit Lepers and Crooks have been blurring the lines of genre in Sydney’s live music scene since forming back in 2012. Their sound is a perfectly executed collaboration between cohesive vocal harmonies, contemporary metal riffs, funk rhythms and commanding rock drumming. They are teaming up with ‘take-no-prisoners’ rock siblings Barefoot Alley. Catch them playing at The Great Britain Hotel Sunday October 4.

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SAFIA

How pumped are you guys to be performing at the Independent Music Awards, as well as being in the running for the Carlton Dry Music Grant? Very. [We] never thought we’d be playing at an awards night, especially doing what we do so it’s sure to be a lot of fun. Not only that, to be nominated for the grant is crazy, only last year we were doing our first interstate shows and now we’re nominated alongside so many incredible artists to win $50k for building our name overseas. It’s all very surreal; I don’t think we’ve really taken it in yet. Winners of the grant last year, King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard, did quite a bit with the cash prize. What’s the first thing you’ll do with a $50,000 cash prize? I think we will definitely look at releasing our singles properly in the UK; first thing. It’ll be good to get the story happening for us on radio and UK media before we even book our flights over. Using three words, how would you best describe your sound to new listeners? Emotive, electric, extravagant. Any hot tips for up and coming independent Australian artists much like yourselves? Our main tip to up-and-coming independent artists is to be confident in your own music and trust in what you do. The more and more you become a part of the music industry you find that everyone has an opinion of what you should do and how you should be. I think the most important thing is to have confidence in yourself because in the end it’s the music that makes an artist successful not the record label. SAFIA are nominated for the Carlton Dry Global Music Grant; $50,000 put towards launching the band overseas, they are also set to perform on the night. The AIR Awards take place at North Melbourne Meat Market, Wednesday October 8.

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SUNDAY OCT 5

SELKI

Selki’s music can be described as both haunting and familiar, a sound that originates from the far north coast of Byron Bay and has further evolved in the hub of Melbourne. Her music, an ambient folk sensation, can be described as a mixture of alternative indierock with folk influences. Joined by The Moon Raja, it’s guaranteed to be a swell ol’ time. Doors open at 6.30pm. Sunday, October 5 at The Bendigo Hotel.

THE KILL JOYS

The Killjoys get their trio boots on for another great afternoon show at the legendary Drunken Poet on Sunday October 5. Come and sing along to your favourite Killjoy tunes and hum some new ones. It’s all happening from 4pm til 6pm, the Guinness will be pouring, guitars strumming and voices singing. Free entry.

MONDAY OCT 6

KING SALAMI & THE CUMBERLAND 3

I Do Like Mondays presents a mixed bag special with guests all the way from the UK, King Salami & The Cumberland 3. Touring Australia, these wild, blues jamming funk punks land at The Old Bar on October 6 with special guests The Baudelaires and The Morning Night. We’re mixing up genres, baby. Doors open at 8pm, entry is $6.

VAN WALKER & NICK O’MARA

Every Monday night, two established artists are randomly thrown together to play a set as a duet, preceded by a solo set from each. This free entry show is a chance to see the cream of the Melbourne music scene in one-off, one-of-a-kind performances in the clubhouse environment of The Retreat Hotel front bar. Doors open at 7.30pm, Monday October 6.

DEXTER’S ASIAN CONNECTION

Tuesday October 7 at Ruby’s Music Room, Dexter Pradi hosts a show that incorporates jazz, soul, and modern music with a Southeast Asian theme. Dexter Pradi, a Victorian College of the Arts graduate, leads this all-Indonesian band. With one of his original songs being bought by Sony Music, Dexter is an experienced and accomplished performer with a wide musical style including jazz, Latin, pop and RnB influences. Having majored in music improvisation, Dexter’s Eastern Connection, focuses engaging performances with the ability to excite the audience through their unique sound. Doors open 6pm, minimum $20 spend.

TUESDAY OCT 7

THE MIGHTY KINGS

St. Kilda in spring is like a slick new haircut or fitting into that Pin-Up sailor dress you fasted the last month of winter to fit into. As the days get longer and the sun gets warmer, Prince Of Wales Public Bar is the perfect place to spend Sunday afternoon. Beginning this Sunday October 5 Watt’s On Presents and P.O.W. are bringing you Rockabilly Sundays from 4-8pm. Listen to the best rock’n’roll and kick up your heals until the sun sets. Entry’s free and the debut week sees The Mighty Kings and a special guest shake, rattle, and rolling. Get down.

DOGSDAY

This ‘Bloody Sunday’ has Dogsday back for their Sunday residency, and downing more Bloody Marias. Kick off is at 2pm, and the music continues all day with Jess Holland, and more. Dogsday are a three-piece rockin’ country surfabilly band from Melbourne. They are veterans and legends of the local independent music scene, and always get the room dancing. Show them some love, Sunday October 5 at Whole Lotta Love. Jimi Hocking

CHRIS PICKERING

Chris Pickering begins his October residency at The Yarra Hotel this Tuesday backed by the Abbotsford 3. Having spent a couple of years working in Nashville, Chris is currently re-establishing himself in Melbourne and is about to release his third album. Each Tuesday he will have a different guest opening the show with Chachi up first. Doors open at 8.30pm, with The Yarra Fish and Burger Kitchen is open until 9.30pm. See you there.

ALI BARTER

After spending most of 2013 honing her live show supporting the likes of The Rubens, Cloud Control, Alpine, High Highs and Holy Holy and also earning a spot on the Laneway festival bill, Melbourne singersongwriter Ali Barter has turned her attention to recording her second EP, to be released in November. To warm up for what is sure to be a busy summer, Ali Barter is playing a residency at Boney every Tuesday in October with a special guest. Tuesday October 7 she’ll be joined by Yoke. $7 from 7pm.

ARTIST PROFILE: THE MOLTING VULTURES What makes you happiest about what you’re doing? Seeing people dancing/moshing/singing our songs back at us – just enjoying themselves. And what makes you unhappiest about what you’re doing? Nothing really – it’s all good. This doesn’t earn us a living (forget that one kids, if you’re going to start a band). So if it makes you unhappy, stop it and just go and watch other bands.

DOCKLANDS BLUE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Jimi Hocking has been revealed as the headliner for this year’s annual Docklands Blues Music Fetstival. Held on the first Sunday in October, the free all day festival features some of the best international and local blues musicians. This year’s festival will play host to 20 bands across five stages. This year’s headliner, Jimi Hocking has earned a reputation for being one of Australia’s most formidable blues musicians, having shared bills with legends such as Joe Satriani, Edgar Winter and George Thorogood. Catch him at The Docklands Blues Music Festival on Sunday October 5 at Harbour Town Docklands. The festivities kick off at 11am and runs until 9pm.

What’s your name then? Oh. And the name of your band… Nick from The Molting Vultures from Adelaide. And what do you do? We play loud fuzzy tunes that get people shaking body parts. When did you start doing that? 2004. 10 years ago. Why did you start doing that? For fun. The MVs motto has always been to make sure we’re having fun and the audience is having fun. Otherwise, what’s the point? Do you think you’re good at doing that? Most of the time, we go ok. The crowd reaction usually gives us an idea. For the past few years that has generally been pretty good.

BAKERSFIELD GLEE CLUB

The Bakersfield Glee Club are back with a new album of tunes ready for your dancing pleasure. Returning to the scene of their album launch in 2013, get your dancing shoes on for two sets of high octane country that’s sure to complete your Sunday evening. It all kicks off at The Retreat at 7.30pm.

If you weren’t doing that, what would you be doing? Probably just going out and watching other bands a lot – which we all still do anyway. We’re not one of those bands where the members forget how to be punters just because we’re in a band now.

What’s you proudest moment of doing what you do? There’re a few. Playing together for 10 years now is an achievement and one we intend to celebrate on this trip to Melbourne. Every time we finish a new album, it’s a proud moment. And also probably supporting great bands that influenced our sounds like Radio Birdman, Lime Spiders and The Buzzcocks. And your least proud? The least proud is always the hangovers the next day. Still worth it though – every time. When are you doing your thing next? So we are playing our 10th year parties in Melbourne at the Public Bar on Friday October 3 with the Stoneage Hearts and The Interceptors and then Tago Mago on Saturday October 4 with Little Murders and Wrong Turn. Come party Melbourne!

THE MOLTING VULTURES play Public Bar on Friday October 3 and Tago Mago Saturday October 4. Tickets on the door.

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LOOKING FORWARD OCTOBER BETH AND THE BRAVE

Melbourne indie trio Beth and the Brave perform beautiful alternative folk tunes with themes of social and environmental justice. Led by Beth’s soaring voice, they blend rich vocal arrangements with intricate guitar, banjo, double bass, and flute. Beth and the Brave are launching their debut EP Grey Waltz Blue with an east coast tour kicking off this September. Catch them at The Gasometer Hotel Thursday October 9 with Khristian Mizzi & the Sirens and Sekkt. Doors open at 8pm.

QUEEN BEAVER’S SINGALONG PARTY

Head down to The Northcote Town Hall and spend a late Sunday arvo at Queen Beaver’s sing-along party, where pub quiz meets karaoke. Hosted by Darebin Music Feast you will find activities including conducted backing vocals, music trivia games, make-up-yourown-lyrics contests and, of course, opportunities to win a spot singing lead with the band, live karaoke style. Bridged with Queen Beaver’s own covers, original songs and lively banter, this semi-acoustic trio of queer ladies lead their punters in a night of lung busting singing and laughs. Bring a team or join one on the night. Sunday October 12 from 5pm. $15 entry.

JMC VOCAL WORKSHOP

Celebrity vocal coach, Richard Fink IV, will be visiting from New York to teach his world-renowned vocal development techniques known as Throga (throatyoga) in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Join Richard and share your one-of-a-kind voice in a safe, supportive, and educational environment. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional, this workshop is proven to take your voice to the next level with Throga techniques. He will be in Melbourne Wednesday October 15. Book now to make sure you don’t miss out.

TIHAI3 AND THE PRESTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

In a unique, groundbreaking collaboration, Tihai3 – Indian classical music trio and the Preston Symphony Orchestra present new work in an evening of intersecting musical journeys. This concert will be the Music Feast premiere of Concerto for Sarod, Tabla & Orchestra, and will include Bollywood film song classics, live on stage with the lush sounds of the Preston Orchestra strings. Friday October 10 from 8pm at Northcote Town Hall. Tickets available through the venue.

CHARLES JENKINS & THE AMATEUR HISTORIANS

2014 has been a massive year for Charles Jenkins. Following from the release and launch of his critically-acclaimed fifth album Too Much Water in the Boat in February, Charles decided to write and record an inspired album of songs about inner Melbourne, Victoria and its surrounds. Due to overwhelming demand, a return show has being announced as part of Darebin Music Feast. Charles Jenkins and The Amateur Historians have written new songs, will record yet another CD and will perform all they have for The Past Is Never Where You Left It on Friday October 17 in Studio 1 at Northcote Town Hall. Tickets available through the venue.

THE POLLYDEVLINS

Energetic, raw and genuine, The Pollydevlins have been ripping up the Melbourne and Adelaide soul-blues/ rock scenes with their original, hard-driving garage mod sound, fronted by the astonishing vocals of Kaliah Alice. Channelling mid-‘60s British mod bands with lashings of US West Coast psychedelia and a sly nod to the spirit of Janis Joplin, The Pollydevlins have blended these ingredients into a unique recipe for groove. They’re launching their first single (Can’t) Give You Love, available as 7” vinyl single in a fullcolour groovy jacket. The band have just returned from wowing audiences at the 50 Years of MOD festival in Adelaide and are about to launch themselves at ya at The Gasometer, 19 October. Doors open 4pm.

STELLA ANGELICO

Stella Angelico, the adored rock’n’soul heroine of the Melbourne underground, is excited to unleash her new single, Prey, released on Friday September 12. To celebrate, she will be performing a headline show at Ding Dong Lounge on Friday October 17, as well as joining the lineup for the Queenscliff Music Festival. Prey marks Angelico’s return, along with her new bandmates Tim McCormack (bass), Ryan Oliver (keys), Sam Walsh (guitar) and Dave ‘Suit’ Watkins (drums). With plenty of surprises in the works, her October launch is one not to be missed. Tickets for the Ding Dong show are available through Oztix.

J C & THE PO BOYS

Fronted by Joe Creighton, The Po Boys are a ninepiece band that deliver a banquet of New Orleans second line funk, soul and RnB from artists such as The Meters, Dr John, Professor Longhair, Sly and the Family Stone, The Commodores, Mavis Staples, The Temptations, The Staple Singers, Ann Peebles and Etta James. Don’t miss the boys playing Flying Saucer Club, Friday October 17 and Caravan Music Club, December 5.

FOURPLAY

FourPlay String Quartet return from wowing audiences at New York’s Carnegie Hall and London’s Barbican Centre with their new album, This Machine – the next step in the evolution of the string quartet as songwriters. Australia’s favourite electric string quartet, began life playing mostly covers. This Machine is their first album of 100% original material, and arguably their finest, most intriguing long-player to date. Catch them in Melbourne at the Caravan Club Friday October 24 or at The Toff In Town, Saturday October 25.

THE MEANIES

25 years is a long time for anything to last really but especially a punk rock band in the uncertain world of music. The Meanies have somehow weathered many a storm to still be not only around but more relevant now than ever before. To celebrate, these punk rock legends are embarking on The Meanies Silver Jubilee Tour 2014, 25 Years Young & Relevant. Also for the Meanies 25th anniversary, Tym records are releasing, remastered on limited edition wax, the re-issue of the Meanies Never / Steve Sex God / Sorry ‘Bout The Violence 7” on glorious coloured vinyl with the original artwork and insert and something special, as if it needed it. The Meanies are playing The Hi Fi in Melbourne, Friday October 24 with Batpiss, Clowns and Flour.

NUSSY

After a sold-out EP launch at The Workers Club in July, quirky Melbourne starlet Nussy returns for a mini residency on October 22, with supports from songstresses Mo and Maxi. Tickets are $15 at the door. Doors from 8.30pm.

THE SOLICITORS

The Solicitors are a Melbourne-based new-wave band that combine an English songwriter with an American guitarist. The Band have been likened to a modern version of popular late ‘70s artists such as The Knack, Elvis Costello & Joe Jackson, but their sound is unmistakably their own and tailored to the modern world. They have just released a new clip for their single If You Let Me Hold You. They launch their new album Blank Check at The Gasometer Hotel October 25. Tickets are $13 on the door.

A.I.R AWARDS PRESENTS

L FRESH THE LION With my work in community, there are so many stories of positivity. It’s such a blessing to be in a position where I can have a meaningful impact on the lives of others. My biggest personal achievement has to be the establishment of “giving back” as a life principle. I’ve not only experienced the rewards of doing so, but have felt its necessity, and that’s such a beautiful feeling.

Using three words, how would you best describe the sound of your nominated album to listeners? Soulful. Uplifting. Moving. On top of your busy music career, you’re also an ambassador for the charity, All Together Now. Tell us about your work with this organisation. All Together Now is Australia’s only non-forprofit organisation that exists solely to positively tackle racism. As an ambassador, I am aligned with the organisation’s goals in trying to build towards a more respectful, embracing and peaceful Australia. What has been your biggest achievement in your career, both musically and with your work in community? My biggest music achievement so far has to be the release of my debut album One. It’s been such a long and rewarding process. During its creation I built so many amazing friendships and went on such a rollercoaster ride of life experiences. I’ll never forget it.

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While writing your debut album, One, did you ever think it would end up being nominated for the Best Independent Hip Hop Album of the year by AIR? Not at all. Getting nominated for awards and getting play on radio was not on our minds when we created this album. Michael McGlynn (my producer) and I just wanted to make powerful and meaningful music. How people receive it is out of our control. What we can control though, is making music that inspires people to feel. What are you most excited about for the upcoming AIR Awards this October? I’m super keen to catch up with my artist peers and celebrating each other’s successes. We are all on our own individual journeys, and it’s always great to exchange stories and lessons we’ve learnt whilst on our paths. L-FRESH THE LION is nominated for AIR Best Independent Hip Hop Album for his album, One (Vienna People Recordings). The AIR Awards take place Wednesday October 8 at the North Melbourne Meat Market.

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For more reviews go to beat.com.au/reviews BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB The Forum, Thursday September 25 Photo by Anna Kanci

On their first Australian tour in two years, Bombay Bicycle Club were welcomed by their fans to The Forum. Entering onto a completely dark stage, they opened with Overdone. This was a good choice: nothing gets an audience into it like a sweet light show and a decent amount of cow bell. Following the track order of their latest album, So Long, See You Tomorrow, second up was It’s Alright Now, which failed to deliver the same energy as the opener of the set. This energy was quickly restored with Shuffle, which features a very catchy piano riff making it one of the band’s most danceable singles. Still, a lot of Bombay Bicycle Club’s songs were too controlled for the audience to lose their shit to. While there were anomalies to this, like the jam ending to Your Eyes, the first half of the concert was just a little bit too tame. Home By Now is so contained and over-thought that it sounds just a bit like Glee having an attempt at an indie rock song. In addition, the samba style Feel, while catchy and successful at getting the crowd dancing, was frankly annoying. Thankfully, the dirty bass intro to Evening/Morning heralded a more intense side of Bombay Bicycle Club. The experimental So Long, See You Tomorrow, followed this theme, with some a soulful clarinet and excellent drumming. This, along with I Can’t Believe This, which features a great bass riff, were the best songs LOVED: The sweaty bass player who of the set. would have fit in more at Soundwave. After a rousing call from the audience for an encore, Bombay Bicycle HATED: The awkward love-triangle Club dutifully finished up with Carry Me – a strong end to an dynamics of the people in front of me enjoyable and consistent performance. (let’s be honest I loved it!). DRANK: Water. JOSH THORBURN

VERUCA SALT Corner Hotel, Friday September 26 Photo by Mary Boukouvalas

ANGUS & JULIA STONE Palais Theatre, Friday September 26 With folk singers as parents and musical talent oozing from all pores, Angus and Julia Stone take the stage as seasoned performers, swapping between all sorts of instruments, from acoustic and electric guitars to keyboard and even trumpet. The siblings both possess uniquely captivating voices, although distinctly different, with Julia’s sugary drawl and Angus’ relaxed, Dylan-esque lilt. When Julia sings, it works. When Angus sings, it works. When they sing in harmony, it works even more. Impromptu set changes pose no problem for the pair – a girl shouts out a request for Wedding Song and Julia obliges, playing a goosebump-inducing version of the acoustic ballad, which saw her testing her vocal chops while Angus improvised a whistling solo to replace the usual harmonica. Big Jet Plane made an early appearance in the set after Julia lost the buttons from her shirt and shouted at Angus to “sing a song while I go and fix myself.” The track was given a complete reboot for the new tour, with woozy keyboards and a quicker pace, which made the track nearly unrecognisable until Angus chimed in with the first line. Julia was the spokesperson of the pair and was mesmerising to both listen to and watch as she floated and twirled around the stage with a sultry ease. Angus was far more reserved, barely uttering a word all night, preferring to let Julia do the talking, merely whispering to her about song choices in between tracks. It was also Julia who took the vocal lead for many of the tracks, which meant that crowd favourites such as Paper Aeroplane, Just A Boy and Mango Tree were sadly left out of the set. Angus did take the reins for Crash And Burn however, from the pair’s latest release, for one of the night’s standout performances with its grungy guitar, raspy vocals and rousing finish. Of course, Julia had her standouts as well. Her haunting cover of Grease tune You’re The One That I Want echoed through the silent theatre as the crowd listened from the edge of their seats, and the extravagant Death Defying Acts would be right at home in the next James Bond flick. The siblings used the encore to introduce their band – a selection of handpicked musicians from Australia and the States who all leant a hand in the opening harmony of the pair’s cover of The National’s Bloodbuzz Ohio. For the final track, the spotlight LOVED: Seeing the two siblings on stage was on the siblings alone as they brought the 75-minute set to a together again (cheers Rick Rubin). close with Santa Monica Dream – a fitting celebration of the reunion HATED: Angus’ hat, he looked like a that nearly wasn’t and the unique brand of breezy folk the pair have chimney sweep. become renowned for over the years. DRANK: Nothing! The ATM ate my KELSEY BERRY

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MESA COSA John Curtin Hotel, Friday September 26 Have you ever spent an extended period of time in LA? Say what you will about the culture, but weather-wise the place is beautiful. Day in, day out, the sun shines through a clear blue sky, seemingly without fail. Sounds like paradise, eh? The thing is though, after living with consistently agreeable weather for a while, you cease to appreciate it. Once you’ve accepted that’s the way it is, it becomes hard to notice. The Melbourne band scene engenders a similar phenomenon. There’re a lot of bands here, and a lot of them are pretty dang good. This should be cause for unending anarchic celebration, but the extent of decent local music can disguise the strength of the individual bands. It becomes hard to notice. At a glance, Mesa Cosa might appear to be just another pleasant day. In this case, that means a logjam of dudes, who probably haven’t showered in weeks, smashing out punk-y tunes with a ‘who gives a fuck, let’s party’ attitude. The chord progressions aren’t exactly novel; it’s sturdy rock’n’roll shit, sent forward from the Stones to The Stooges, The Replacements to The Bronx (which certainly isn’t a complaint). What set this gig apart is rather than being another in a ceaseless stream, you could taste Mesa Cosa’s singularity. In no sense did the band appear to be grabbing onto the zeitgeist. In fact, they seemed defiantly unaware what they’re doing perpetuates a prevalent form of rock music. The five-piece (which at times expanded to roughly eight or nine) handled their gear as if it was deserving of retributive punishment. Hell, they handled their songs in this manner too. They didn’t just play them – they beat them out with almost suicidal energy. It was akin to partaking in an extreme sport. “Who cares about the risk of plunging 100 feet to total destruction?” said the band. “There’s no point holding back.” Thankfully, such an obliterating blow never came. But before long, everyone in the room was subsumed under Mesa Cosa’s frenzied life force. There was simply no choice; by the time you left, your neck was bent out of shape. Much like beautiful weather, a strong local music scene is no less than ideal, even if it’s the established norm. By providing a properly LOVED: Scotdrakula, The Mighty dangerous thrill, tonight Mesa Cosa showed us just how good this Boys. rock music stuff can be. This acted as a reminder, given the option, HATED: Waking up to discover many you’d request for this scenario to be repeated, ad infinitum. injuries. AUGUSTUS WELBY

DRANK: From aluminium cans.

Nostalgia for original line ups can conjure up such intense feelings the announcement of Veruca Salt’s tour at the Corner Hotel saw the show sell out within eight hours. Is it because we’re sentimental for a genre that made the alternative music scene popular or are we suckers for catchy harmonies and copious use of distortion pedals? The Corner was packed tighter than the tobacco in a Cuban cigar. While punters waited for the band, who has, in their own words, “Hatches buried, axes exhumed,” Sydney garage, punk-pop rockers Bloods unleashed their frenetic paced, surfer-tinged songs, punctuated with impressive vocals and witty repartee. Single No Fun from latest EP Golden Fame incited the throng while lead vocalist MC confessed her love for Veruca Salt. From the get go, Veruca Salt put on a solid performance that lived up to the hype; loud, grinding guitars, Post and Gordon’s hair thrashed about while they assaulted their axes, endearing harmonies and fans sung every word of even the lesser known songs. It brought back memories of when we were younger; life was simpler and fashion was easier. Checked shirt and black Levis anyone? One More Page of Insincerity Please opened the set with enough feed back to satisfy the most avid fan. Drawing heavily from albums American Thighs and Eight Arms to Hold You, plus a preview of their upcoming album release with singles It’s Holy and The Museum of Broken Relationships, Veruca Salt sounded as relevant as they did in their heyday. Seether was a force to be reckoned with, and their live rendition did justice to its memory, while All Hail Me, Victrola, Spiderman 79 were equally as potent and Sundown, as an ode to Kurt Cobain was a sad reminder of that era. Minor quibbles were the intermittent weak vocals and insincere-sounding between-song banter. Does anyone except the diehard fan really care about Louise Post confessing she’ll eat a Cherry Ripe on stage and how good looking we all are? Repartee aside, Veruca Salt are back with a vengeance. Post, Nina LOVED: The feedback squall of Gordon and her older bro drummer, Jim Shapiro, and bassist Steve dueling guitars. Lack put on a killer show, resurrecting the grunge of old and rekindled HATED: The trite between song fond memories of the ‘90s. banter. ANNA-MARIA MEGALOGENIS

DRANK: It all in.

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ALBUM OF THE WEEK

Do Tell HAT FITZ AND CARA Welele GRACE BARBE Wonder Where We Land SBTRKT Sanposhi Music Write in Binary The Sweetness of Things HalfRemembered Rafael Karlen 6. Swimmin’ Time SHOVELS & ROPE 7. Players/ Sounds BULLHORN 8. Ponderosa RICHARD IN YOUR MIND 9. Order of Operation AUSMUTEANTS 10. Origins IAN TAMBO

Chinese Fountain (Everloving Records)

SINGLES

HEARTLAND RECORDS TOP TEN Braun Perry. His meandering bass lines drive each song along and without his touch; the songs would probably sound like piddley effects driven nothingness. Many have tried to pinpoint exactly what The Growlers’ sound is, with some clever little wordsmith tagging the band as “beach Goth.” An essay could be written about what that genre is as, if we’re taking The Growlers as the prime example, there are really no parameters for it, aside from it being somewhat rooted in surf and psychedelia. The Growlers have become an almost entirely different beast from their lo-fi recordings of years gone and for long time listeners it’s up to you whether to stick with them or not. Their bandwagon is on a war path, with or without you. RHYS McRAE

BEST TRACK: Chinese Fountain IF YOU LIKE THESE, YOU’LL LIKE THIS: Pulp Fiction Soundtrack, Lost In The Dream The War On Drugs IN A WORD: Polished

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KENDRICK LAMAR

i (Interscope) A feel-good ode to self-empowerment isn’t the most logical follow up to a hardened conceptual narrative, instant-classic of an LP. On i, K-Dot plays it fairly safe while subverting his, and broader hip hop’s, creative trajectory, sounding like a bizzaro universe iteration of Andre 3000’s The Love Below if Rick Rubin got his overtsampling production mitts on the desk. It’s not terrible, it’s not revelatory, but it could stand as an indication that Kendrick’s next full-length may be an attempt to disrupt the current rap homogeny. Time will tell, but for now i is a decent, but not brilliant, radio-friendly cut, the spitfire bars feeling more like a perfunctory showcase of Kendrick’s proven impactful delivery.

THOM YORKE

A Brain In A Bottle (Independent) The opening track from Thom Yorke’s surprise new (legal) BitTorrent LP Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes is an icy cold, hypnotic trip, taking the minimal approach of Yorke’s solo debut and infusing with heady dub elements. It’s hard to remain optimistic about the attempt to revolutionise music distribution, considering Radiohead’s similar In Rainbows experiment failed to lube any of the rusted cogs of industry apart from their own.

DONNY BENET FEAT. GEOFFREY O’CONNOR

Charlotte’s Web (Rice Is Nice) A powerhouse team up between the long-established vanguard of Australian retro-synth-pop, Charlotte’s Web sees Sydney maestro Donny Benet join forces with Melbourne contemporary Geoffrey O’Connor for a rich narrative (nothing to do with the children’s classic, something a little more pulp fiction). O’Connor takes the lead on vocals, while Donny chimes in with downtempo smatterings of silky smooth synth. Taken from the excellent Weekend At Donny’s duets LP, available now as an MP3-tshirt. BEAT MAGAZINE PAGE 46

This Is all Yours LP ALT-J Self Titled LP RYAN ADAMS Commune LP GOAT Self Titled LP ROYAL BLOOD And Justice for Y’all LP WEEDEATER 6. Live At The New Morning LP SPACEMEN 3 7. Self Titled LP LAURA JEAN 8. Apple Bonkers LP JOEL GION 9. Weird Scenes Inside The Goldmine 2LP THE DOORS 10. Back to The Front LP ENTOMBED 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

NORTHSIDE RECORDS TOP TEN

Groove Curse JORDAN RAKEI Follow The Path SHAOLIN AFRONAUTS 3. Various THE SOUL OF MELBOURNE 4. Automatic LADI 6 5. Adrian Thaws TRICKY 6. Falling For You THE HARPOONS 7. Operation Doomsday MF DOOM 8. Emma Jean LEE FIELDS 9. Cold World NAOMI SHELTON & THE GOSPEL QUEENS 10. Just As I Am BILL WITHERS 1. 2.

Record Paradise Top Ten

Syro APHEX TWIN Tied To A Star J MASCIS Single Mothers JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE 4. Commune GOAT 5. Too bright PERFUME GENIUS 6. Laura Jean LAURA JEAN 7. Something Shines LAETITIA SADIER 8. Barragan BLONDE REDHEAD 9. True West KIM and LEANNE 10. Royal Blood ROYAL BLOOD 1. 2. 3.

For all the latest singles check out beat.com.au A montage of my increasingly mundane/mature phone destruction: A Nokia 6275 lost teenage rage, A Sony Ericsson W890 lost while crowdsurfing to Airbourne at Golden Plains, dropping a Galaxy S3 while pissed at Public Bar, then finally flicking a Nexus 5 onto bare tiles while changing bedsheets. Pretty much Phonehood directed by Richard Linklater.

PBS’S TOP TEN 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

THE GROWLERS

Let’s turn our imaginations on for a second and pretend American bands are trying really hard to make it in Australia and this is a faux-English broadcast from 1955: “Lock up your daughters and medicine cabinets mums and dads of Australia because The Growlers have landed!” After last year’s Gilded Pleasures EP and a sellout east coast tour, it looks like Australia is finally picking up the scent of singer Brooks Nielsen’s ragtag bunch of surf/psych rockers from California. The lads have been doing quite well for themselves, at home and abroad, and that fact seems to have seeped into their music with the tone of their latest album Chinese Fountain, sounding the most positive of all their releases. Production value has also slowly been increasing since their early-2013 release Hung At The Heart and this is by far their most polished album yet. Taking some influence from the guitar sound of the early ‘80s English punk scene, opener Big Toe sees lead guitarist Matt Taylor step away from his usual surf licks into more swing/jazz territory. Genre-chewing is continued on disco-infused and phaser-filled Chinese Fountain containing some of the best examples of Nielsen’s notable lyrical wit. Observations like, “Techno is so shitty even disco seems punk,” and, “The internet is bigger than Jesus and John Lennon,” are designed for the working man’s philosopher with big ideas simplified into sneering one-liners. Dull Boy takes another genre sidestep into reggae territory with what can only be assumed is some sort of synth rocking the off-beat rhythm. It’s easy going pace lulls you into a warm fog making the following track and lead single Good Advice sound as close to aggression as the always laidback band could get. Love Test forgets the layers of effects in Chinese Fountain as the band slow dance their way through the complications of love to the soundtrack of ‘50s era guitar surf rock. Even though Nielsen’s lyrics and Taylor’s licks are at the forefront of almost every song, when you listen closely, the real melody of each track truly lies in the bass of Anthony

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LISA MITCHELL

Wah Ha (Parlophone) An exceedingly classy affair, Wah Ha is somewhere between lounge singer smokiness and beachside breeziness, pristinely recorded acoustic jazz instrumentation with classic pop acumen. Mitchell charms with a vocal take reminiscent of Leslie Feist’s finest moments. Blissful.

MONTGOMERY

Piñata (I OH YOU) The conceit surrounding the ~mysterious~ new I OH YOU signing is a little bit tiring, but I suppose it’s a fairly innocuous ploy compared to other strategies. Piñata is Montgomery’s first ‘official’ single (previous track Warcry made its debut with a fan-made video, if that makes sense), sounding something like The Naked And Famous’ most recent album should’ve sounded, channelling Drive-style retro-melancholy soundtrack vibes with a chorus that dips and soars with disarming intonation. A good pop song is a good pop song.

ANDRAS & OSCAR

Looking Back (Chapter) A breezy marriage of Oscar Key Sung’s always on-point vocal and irresistible low-key disco romp production from Andras Fox makes for something more than an offhand extracurricular pursuit for the two solo artists, measured in its serving of tasty guitar licks and intertwining melodies. Taken from the upcoming LP Café Romantica, the title of which possesses a sentiment that extends beyond the trend of ironic Australiana, the music capturing the potent essence of ordering a 3am pizza with your mates – a poignant time and place, in the macro sense, and in terms of Melbourne’s character.

SINGLE OF THE WEEK

GOLD CLASS

Michael (Independent) Deftly bridging ‘80s British post-punk with more recent Australian variants on the form, Michael creeps with eerily relentless percussion and cauterising guitar noise, all embellished by vocalist Adam Curley’s evocatively dreary timbre. A refreshingly idiosyncratic formulation that well and truly exceeds the sum of its influences.

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SYN’S SWEET TEN

Brace BRIGHTER LATER Honorah CLAWS & ORGANS Leave That Street Alone GEORGE KALPA 4. Open Season JOSEF SALVAT 5. You Are The One SAFIA 6. Follow Me THE COATHANGERS 7. Vex THE HARRY HEART CHRYSALIS 8. Drop In The Ocean TUMBLEWEED 9. Thievery ARCA 10. Castigadas En El Ganero DEERS 1. 2. 3.

BEAT’S TOP TEN UNLIKELY COLLABORATIONS Spice Up Your Piggy Pie SPICE GIRLS/INSANE CLOWN POSSE 2. I’ll Never Forget My Ding-A-Ling DOLLY PARTON/CHUCK BERRY 3. Dancing In the Dark (U.G.L.Y.) BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN/DAPHNE & CELESTE 4. Sexercise All Nightmare Long KYLIE MINOGUE/METALLICA 5. You’re My Best Friend Big Balls QUEEN/AC/DC 6. One Hand In My Pocket (Can You Feel The Love Tonight) ALANIS MORISSETTE/ELTON JOHN 7. Never Gonna Give You Up Because I’m Awesome RICK ASTLEY/THE DOLLYROTS 8. You’re the Voice, I’m an Asshole JOHN FARNHAM/DENIS LEARY 9. I’m Too Sexy For Annabelle RIGHT SAID FRED/BAND OF HORSES 10. In The End I Think I’m Going Bald LINKIN PARK/RUSH 1.

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ANTISKEPTIC

MERCHANDISE

Stare Down The Ocean (Independent) Eight years after their last release, a six-year hiatus and a crowd-funding campaign later, Melbourne favourites Antiskeptic’s sophomore album is finally here. Stare Down The Ocean is the new 10-track effort from the local lads who entrenched themselves in the rock scene alongside bands such as Motor Ace and Jet in the early 2000s. It’s hard to believe this is only their second album, despite a slew of EPs and live offerings. It feels as if the style of the band’s sound is still stuck in the mid 2000s, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Many believe bands should stick to making the type of music they love and are passionate about no matter how many years roll on, and that’s clearly what the Keppers (as they’re affectionately known) have done. Opening track The Kids Aren’t Scared, sounds somewhat like Fall Out Boy from a vocal perspective but still manages to sound like the band many of us fondly remember. Lead single Hey Dissident is a highlight as singles often are; it’s the guitars that soar throughout the track that make it memorable. Empty Lungs sees another change of style; it feels like another band altogether, but it works. The band sounds noticeably varied, as if they can’t settle on one sound or style on this release. It comes off like a pop-punk compilation, and while those who crave BEST TRACK: The Kids Aren’t Scared cohesion in their records will hate it, for most, it’ll IF YOU LIKE THESE, YOU’LL LIKE THIS: Motor prove rewarding. Ace, Fall Out Boy, Motion City Soundtrack IN A WORD: Triumphant ALEXANDER CROWDEN

NICHOLAS ALLBROOK

After The End (4AD)

It takes a suspension of disbelief to appreciate when Tamp five-piece Merchandise first appeared on the radar, they were a hardcore band. They have now substantially refined their sound and are almost a mild-mannered pop band on the precipice of something big, like The Augustines. Merchandise are intermittently spectacular and throw darts at the board to create taut melodies that provide instant gratification. Commencing with the reflective instrumental Corridor, by the second song, Enemy, they hit their stride with a Rolling Stones riff and resolute lyrics. They sound like a band that has found its identity: “What if l don’t want to pray/ To your god every day?/l just want to sing for myself/ This way.” But rather than being profoundly glum they continue to be mildly disturbing by combining skittish lyrical heartache with sparkling hooks. Vocalist Carson Cox and guitarist David Vassalotti share the writing so there is enough powder to keep the armaments cocked. Songs like Telephone, Little Killer, Green Lady and Exile And Ego are woozy shoegaze anthems that are sedately catchy. Possibly due to their development, some of the tunes sag a little, as if the ingredients are there but the recipe remains unknown. The songs become a little diffused by the over-eagerness to attain a goal, but only result in the equilibrium becoming unbalanced. Ultimately, Merchandise are now much more confident and cavalier with their sound, having shed the rigid shackles of hardcore. These are more barbed, lighter songs and a benchmark of their career to date. Should they continue evolving, Merchandise are a band that BEST TRACK: Enemy is seemingly pregnant with the thrill of what is about IF YOU LIKE THESE YOU’LL LIKE THIS: The to happen. Monochrome Set, Interpol, The National IN A WORD: Informed

PERFUME GENIUS

Ganough, Wallis & Fatuna (Spinning Top Records) Nicholas Allbrook’s main band Pond make quality records of throwback psych/ glam and perform live shows – with Allbrook out front, a junkie soul-captain – that are seriously something to tell your friends about. But it’s always felt like he’s capable of much more than what fits with that band’s bombastic slant. Ganough, Wallis & Fatuna is Allbrook’s first solo record, and it comes good on the promised but not-yet-realised extent of Allbrook’s idiosyncratic talent. First there’re the vocals. He sings with greater freedom, moving between dreamy falsetto and ocker-tongued speak-singing. Accordingly, the lyrics range from confessional: “My eyes are focused on nothing at all, and nothing in my heart;” to Dylan-esque surrealism: “Omniscient beings wouldn’t choose to live in the gutter.” The choruses contain enough lip-smacking melody to suggest Allbrook could easily match the singalong quality of Yoshimi-era Flaming Lips. Instead, he frequently detours into experimental or just plain fucked-up territory. ITTTME is basically a schizophrenia expose. It moves from fuzzy-riffing to acid-trip levitation, before returning to the riffs with the addition of guitar screeching hysteria. While Ganough, Wallis & Fatuna proves Allbrook’s a dexterous and crafty musician, a crucial level of simplicity is maintained throughout. There’re plenty of clever chord patterns and the brilliant disfiguring of BEST TRACK: Whispers of Beauty seemingly well-behaved songs, but Allbrook makes IF YOU LIKE THESE, YOU’LL LIKE THIS: Connan sure each song’s worth listening to first. Mockasin, The Fireman, Air IN A WORD: Yoko

AUGUSTUS WELBY

DEAD LETTER CIRCUS

Stand Apart (UNFD)

DLC’s The Catalyst Fire ended up being my favourite album of 2013. I loved acoustic guitars set against the backdrop of washy string arrangements. Stand Apart was released as a surprise; an EP featuring six tunes taken from The Catalyst Fire in acoustic form, augmented by subtle but strong use of strings. So you probably know what kind of review this is going to get. And you’d be right. Stand Apart is well named: while you’ve heard the songs before, they sound so different rendered in this way, they’re almost unrecognisable at times. Powerhouse rock can be a little hit-and-miss when stripped back to its bare bones; it all depends on which band is attempting it. If an intelligent band handles it with sensitivity, it’s all hit, and that’s what we have here. Stand Apart stands so clean, and never overwrought. The production is sweet; every note and every strum of the acoustic guitars easily heard. The strings bob up at regular intervals, making a statement and adding beautiful, washy dynamics, and then they leave. They’re never overused nor are they underutilised. The powerful, yet fragile voice of Kim Benzie apparently suits the unplugged scenario just as much as the big rock setting. It weaves a beautiful spell here, and the lack of competition for airtime makes his meaningful lyrics find a new dimension. The songs themselves were already strong, and they lose nothing here. Creatively and commercially, it’s a great move. They could find this opens up a new audience for them, that of people whose eardrums, and psyches, can’t handle loud, bombastic BEST TRACK: I Am rock. DLC are on a winner. IF YOU LIKE THESE, YOU’LL LIKE THIS: The Siren Tower, Secret Tsunami, Unplugged rock IN A WORD: Beautiful ROD WHITFIELD

BRONIUS ZUMERIS

Too Bright (Matador/Remote Control) Mike Hadreas (AKA Perfume Genius) has the unique ability to be openly sentimental, yet avoids nauseating schmaltz. The Seattle songwriter has a reputation for being rather fragile. However, this fragility isn’t a sign of whimpering weakness. Rather, by boldly exposing his vulnerability, he raises the flag of defiance. Too Bright – Perfume Genius’ third record – was produced by Portishead’s Adrian Utley. Accordingly, Hadreas sounds tougher and weirder than ever. Thankfully, his knack for making permeable emotional transactions remains intact. The record commences with I Decline, and opens with, “I can see for miles, the same old life / No fate, I decline.” While I Decline is the sort of piano ballad we’ve grown accustomed to from Perfume Genius, this verbal resolution is equivalent to Hadreas grabbing your hand and saying, “Just trust me.” From here, we’re led through a gallery of seemingly disparate sounds and moods. The piano isn’t absent, but it’s no longer Hadreas’ primary accomplice. At various moments, glittering keyboards (Fool), soundscape ambience (I’m A Mother), unnerving vocal pitch-shifting (My Body) and pulsating synth-bass (Grid) take over the arrangements. Too Bright might be unsettling at times, but it’s not disjointed. Much like taking an BEST TRACK: I Decline acid trip or getting a restyled hairdo, once you take IF YOU LIKE THESE, YOU’LL LIKE THIS: To Bring the plunge, sensory thrills and enriching satisfaction You My Love PJ Harvey, Embracism Kirin J Callinan, awaits. Felt Mountain GOLDFRAPP IN A WORD: Lippy

AUGUSTUS WELBY

THE PREATURES

Blue Planet Eyes (Universal)

With just two EPs to their name, Sydney locals The Preatures have achieved big things. They nailed sets at Glastonbury, Coachella and SXSW, and also appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Now they’re back in Oz with the release of their debut LP. Needless to say, expectations were high for their first studio album, but luckily Blue Planet Eyes is everything you want it to be. Filled with a pop-driven sense of excitement and moments of intense rock from sultry front woman Isabella Manfredi, it’s a confident release from one of our most exciting bands. The title track introduces you to the record, which gets you comfortable before hitting the ground running with Somebody’s Talking, a lively romp driven by thick bass and jumping chorus. Is This How You Feel? is still ridiculously addictive regardless of the fact it’s been playing on our radios for over a year now. Ordinary starts with ‘80s-inspired vocals before breaking out into a leg-kicking riot. Two Tone Melody is smooth if not a little slow, while Rock And Roll Rave blends classic rock with retro house beats. Whatever You Want has plenty of swagger; experimenting with elements of R&B and soul. It’s hard to keep your shoes from tapping through Cruel, the best of the lot. It Gets Better is their latest single and it encompasses everything the band has to offer, mischievous lyrics and impressive guitar riffs. The album ends with the lonely ballad Business, Yeah, which layers various instrumentals to beautiful effect. In the lead-up to the launch Manfredi said, “I never want people to be bored with our music,” and it’s safe BEST TRACK: Cruel to say they definitely won’t be with this album. Blue IF YOU LIKE THESE, YOU’LL LIKE THIS: Andy Planet Eyes is a lot of fun. Bull, Big Scary, Foxygen CHRIS BRIGHT IN A WORD: Playful

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WEDNESDAY 1 OCT

cookie baker Drunken Poet, West Melbourne. 8:00pm.

THURSDAY 2 OCT

INDIE, ROCK, POP, METAL, PUNK & COVERS • an evening with slash Workers Club, Fitzroy. 7:30pm.

• bayou + the infants + slow fires John Curtin Hotel, Carlton. 7:30pm. $6.00.

• coq roq wednesdays - feat: various djs Lucky Coq, Windsor. 7:00pm.

• cousin tony’s brand new firebird + the

karmens + josh martin Evelyn Hotel, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $7.00.

• david craft + alysia manceau + emilee south Penny Black, Brunswick. 8:00pm.

• dead kennedys + the bennies 170 Russell, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. $50.00.

• foley + elevator talk + team reasonable

+ the berkeley hunts Grace Darling Hotel, Collingwood. 8:30pm. $5.00.

• golgotha motel + smoky seas + cyclo timik Old Bar, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. $7.00.

• japanese wallpaper + wintercoats +

huntly Northcote Social Club, Northcote. 7:30pm. $8.00. • jester + aurora tide + sway Bar Open, Fitzroy. 9:00pm.

• siskin river Wesley Anne, Northcote. 8:00pm.

• the executives + fulton street + soulmate Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 7:30pm. $5.00.

• the moral panics + elk & mammoth +

maladaptor Bendigo Hotel, Collingwood. 8:00pm.

• the vendettas + dj james ‘hound dog’

young + bobby-lou Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 6:00pm.

• veruca salt + bloods Corner Hotel, Richmond. 7:30pm. $59.00.

• vinyl splinters + 1283 + arbes Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 8:00pm.

• willow darling + amadeus tulip + io Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 6:00pm.

JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, LATIN & WORLD MUSIC • atm15 big band Royal Derby Hotel, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. • bopstretch Uptown Jazz Cafe, Fitzroy. 8:00pm.

• james osborne jazz collective Paris Cat Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $15.00.

• lores + tom fryer + slipper 303, Northcote. 8:00pm.

• peter hearne & dizzy’s big band with

celeste coulson Dizzy’s Jazz Club, Richmond. 8:00pm. $14.00.

• quartz (bohemian rhapsody) Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 6:00pm. $38.00.

• ruby’s live jazz after dark - feat: the

wednesday quartet Ruby’s Music Room, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. $15.00.

• spark socktail party - feat: kattimoni +

josh cashman Shebeen, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. $25.00.

• the rob burke sextet Bennetts Lane Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $18.00.

• unit 6 - feat: olivia chindamo Open Studio, Northcote. 8:30pm.

ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY/BLUES/FOLK • driving south - feat: zevon & the

werewolves Prince Public Bar, St Kilda . 8:00pm. • flash company + mandy connell Retreat Hotel, Brunswick. 7:30pm.

• gary allan + the mavericks + blackjack

INDIE, ROCK, POP, METAL, PUNK & COVERS • bad//dreams + bearhug + hockey dad Shebeen, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $12.00.

• courtney barnett + d d dumbo + fraser a

gorman Corner Hotel, Richmond. 7:30pm.

• electrik dynamite + party vibez + stone

revival Yah Yah’s, Fitzroy. 8:00pm.

• endless melt + mark barrage + snawklor

+ cross brothers + heavy epic Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 8:00pm.

• harry hookey & friends + kasey chambers

+ tom busby + darren middleton Workers Club, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $17.85.

• ice on mercury Espy, St Kilda. 8:00pm.

• inventions (single launch) + bound by

hound + we disappear John Curtin Hotel, Carlton.

8:00pm.

• kinder + big smoke + backyard Old Bar, Fitzroy.

the shabbab Northcote Social Club, Northcote. 7:30pm. $12.00.

• mara threat + joe guiton + david grimson +

gerry rival Mr Boogie Man Bar, Abbottsford. 8:00pm.

• massive (farewell show) + empra + tequila

mockingbyrd Whole Lotta Love, Brunswick East.

• open mic/jam Musicland, Fawkner. 7:00pm.

• pete ewing + pete ewing + kelsy james +

georgie darvidis Labour In Vain, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. • rebecca barnard & billy miller’s singalong + rebecca barnard + billy miller Caravan Music Club, Oakleigh. 7:00pm. $15.00.

• show us your love (open mic) Whole Lotta Love, Brunswick East. 8:00pm.

• the brunswick hotel’s open mic Brunswick Hotel, Brunswick. 7:00pm.

• the hammond organ nights Musicland, Fawkner. 7:00pm.

• tim mckew pays tribute to noel coward Yarra Hotel, Abbotsford. 7:30pm.

• wine whiskey women - feat: kelsie rimmer +

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• einsteins toyboys + dirty lixx Musicland,

• dr piffle & the burlap band + quarry

• fading hour + lung + arakeye + shortfall

Brunswick. 8:30pm. $39.00.

mountain dead rats + mightiest of guns Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood. 8:00pm. $10.00.

• grand prismatic + honey badgers + james

Hotel, Collingwood. 9:00pm.

• open mic Bar Of Bengal, Yarraville. 8:00pm.

+ the lost day + the black harrys Revolver

• prince thursdays - feat: various artists

• oolluu + phantom hitmen + trust us Tote • plugged in thursdays - feat: river clisson Upstairs, Prahran. 8:00pm. $5.00.

• ross de chene hurricanes + lightning tape

wolf + boss christ + double ya d Grace Darling

Hotel, Collingwood. 8:00pm. $10.00.

• saints alight + arkive + searching in

silence + eyes of the sleepers + incentives Bendigo Hotel, Collingwood. 7:30pm.

• sheppard Ormond Hall, Ormond. 8:00pm. $33.70.

• someone else’s wedding band Public Bar, North Melbourne. 8:30pm.

• spiral arm + black street choir + coast

buskers Bar Open, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. • the gifthorse + ceres + freakwave + have/ hold Reverence Hotel, Footscray. 8:00pm. $10.00. • the sweethearts + djs vince peach + pierre baroni Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. $10.00. • who’s this? + goodbye bozos + alison ainsworth + allanah weir Brunswick Hotel, Brunswick. 8:00pm.

• woody pitney + acid western + seven year

itch + sophia walters Evelyn Hotel, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. • worm crown Catfish, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, LATIN & WORLD MUSIC • cathy menezes Paris Cat Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $15.00.

• ensemble gombert (magnificat) Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 6:00pm. $38.00.

• free range funk - feat: jake judd +

tigerfunk + lewis cancut Lucky Coq, Windsor.

• maya Dizzy’s Jazz Club, Richmond. 8:00pm. $14.00.

• open mic Mr Boogie Man Bar, Abbottsford. 8:00pm.

• danny o’keefe + mike mcclellan Spotted Mallard,

agressor Colonial Hotel, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm.

• next - feat: blkout! + flowermouth +

• melbourne folk club - feat: rob snarski $20.00.

Chopped is an American reality TV series bringing the world the ever exciting half hour, of close-up shots of food. In Australia, Chopped is less about food porn and more about vintage speedways, sexy cars and the sexiest thing of all, live rock’n’roll. It is the only festival of its kind in the world and leading the lineup are Cosmic Psychos, King Salami & the Cumberland 3, Intoxica and many, many more. Check out all the full throttle sliding and colliding October 3-5 at Newstead Racecourse.

seedy Retreat Hotel, Brunswick. 8:30pm. • liam gerner Labour In Vain, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. • monique shelford + david craft Wesley Anne,

8:00pm.

• justin yap band 303, Northcote. 8:00pm. $10.00.

+ aldous harding Bella Union Bar, Carlton. 8:00pm.

CHOPPED FESTIVAL

8:30pm. $8.00.

• mangelwurzel + nick allbrook + tanzer +

billy Palais Theatre, St Kilda. 6:00pm. $89.90. • hannah rosa + lisa crawley + hollow drums + anna smyrk Wesley Anne, Northcote. 7:30pm.

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7:00pm.

• matt dwyer & the magnatones Forester’s Beer & Music Hall, Collingwood. 8:30pm.

• mooncalf + luke howard Bennetts Lane Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $18.00.

• on the stoop Open Studio, Northcote. 8:30pm.

• ruby’s live jazz after dark - feat: the

thursday trio Ruby’s Music Room, Melbourne Cbd.

7:00pm. $15.00.

• the marionettes (album launch) + the

tarantino experience Grace Darling Hotel,

Collingwood. 8:30pm.

• the melbourne improvisers collective Uptown Jazz Cafe, Fitzroy. 8:00pm.

ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY/BLUES/FOLK • candice mcleod - feat: cnadice mcleod +

david knight & alister turrill Wesley Anne, Northcote. 8:00pm.

• dan krochmal + alanna deutrom + anthony

gerace Great Britain Hotel, Richmond. 8:00pm.

Northcote. 6:00pm.

• open mic Drunken Poet, West Melbourne. 8:00pm. Prince Public Bar, St Kilda . 8:00pm.

• stephen cummings + shane o’mara +

rebecca barnard + robert goodge + jen sholakis Yarra Hotel, Abbotsford. 9:00pm. $20.00. • the starks Sooki Lounge, Belgrave. 8:30pm. • tully on tully Lomond Hotel, Brunswick East. 8:30pm. • van walker & shane o’reilly + van walker + shane o’reilly Post Office Hotel, Coburg. 8:00pm. • westerburgh & micaela Carters Bar, Northcote. 8:30pm.

FRIDAY 3 OCT

INDIE, ROCK, POP, METAL, PUNK & COVERS • a tribute to jesse younan - feat: emma

younan + ben whiting + anna cordell Northcote Social Club, Northcote. 8:30pm. $10.00.

• antichrists anonymous + liquor snatch +

spew n guts + nma Sound System Studios, Sunbury.

8:00pm.

• bad//dreams + bearhug + hockey dad Shebeen, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $12.00.

• bondax Prince Bandroom, St Kilda. 8:30pm. $28.60. • broads + cash savage + ryan nico Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. $10.00.

• can’t say Platform One, Melbourne. 9:00pm.

• cherry bomb European Bier Cafe, Melbourne Cbd. 9:30pm.

• chopped - feat: cosmic psychos + king

salami & the cumberland 3 + mesa cosa + the peep tempel + intoxica + emma swift + papapilko & the binrats + the wednesday night + the floors + the hardrive bluegrass band + micks dog bone yard + the strange + the baudelaires + levitating churches + mighty duke and the lords + spirit valley + surprise wasp + blackbird + the villanettes + zombie motors wrecking yard + la bastard Newstead Racecourse, Newstead .

8:00pm. $40.00.

• clowns + morning glory. mighty boys +

cosmic kahuna Grace Darling Hotel, Collingwood.

8:00pm. $12.00.

• courtney barnett + d d dumbo + fraser a

gorman Corner Hotel, Richmond. 7:30pm. • cyclo timik + on the stoop + scrapheap horn collective Bar Open, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. • doubleshots weekends - feat: skyscraper stan & the commission flats + junk horses + suicide swans + a cat named joe + dj kritter Old Bar, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. $12.00.

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Fawkner. 7:30pm. $10.00.

Evelyn Hotel, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. $12.00.

• flyying colours - feat: constant mongrel

+ the grand rapids + the morning night + winter moon + the lost fridays Espy, St Kilda. 8:00pm. • husky + twin beasts Workers Club, Fitzroy. 7:30pm. • kings & queens - feat: driven to the verge + elk & mammoth + chasing lana + sonic strait jacket + shadowqueen + oceans to athena + cryptic jim + lipstuck Espy, St Kilda. 7:00pm. $12.00.

• lizard man + the balls + femme noir + the

rift Brunswick Hotel, Brunswick. 9:00pm.

• massive + lace & whiskey + twin ages +

doktor Bendigo Hotel, Collingwood. 8:30pm.

• new gods + big smoke + old violet John Curtin Hotel, Carlton. 8:30pm.

• queen (it’s a kinda magic) - feat: giles

taylor Palais Theatre, St Kilda. 7:30pm. $89.90.

• reckless june + acoustic foxx + kill tv Tago Mago, Thornbury. 8:00pm.

• rust in piss + drain life + equity Reverence Hotel, Footscray. 8:00pm. $8.00.

• sabbatical tape label showcase - feat:

mark groves & justin fuller + evelyn morris + pewter snake necklace + sow discord Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 9:00pm. • sepultura + elm st + desecrator 170 Russell, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $59.00.

• serenity now Mr Boogie Man Bar, Abbottsford. 8:00pm. • sheppard (all ages) + microwave jenny Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood. 1:00pm. $30.00.

• spencer p jones Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 5:00pm. $10.00. • stevie & the sleepers Catfish, Fitzroy. 9:00pm. • strawberry fist cake + red light riot +

messed up Yah Yah’s, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $13.00.

• tape wolf + boss christ + double ya d + pork

chop party Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine. 8:30pm. $10.00.

• tek tek ensemle Sooki Lounge, Belgrave. 9:00pm.

• tenth anniversary of ac/dc lane - feat: tim

henwood + matthew harrison + kevin hunt + greg aldridge Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

$25.00.

• the atomics + the buffalo club Town Hall Hotel (North Melbourne), North Melbourne. 9:30pm.

• the black sorrows Flying Saucer Club, Elsternwick. 8:30pm. $33.00.

• the eighty 88’s Reverence Hotel, Footscray. 9:00pm. • the just-us league + the just-us league

+ boy wonder + set the score + kids in control Revolver Upstairs, Prahran. 8:00pm. $12.00. • the molting hearts + the interceptors + stoneage romeos Public Bar, North Melbourne. 8:30pm. $10.00.

• the peep tempel + gold class + motel love Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 8:30pm. $15.30.

• the songs of died pretty - feat: ron peno +

the hired guns Spotted Mallard, Brunswick. 9:00pm. $25.00.

• trainwreck + our solace + griever +

surrender + hope in hell + overpower 303, Northcote. 7:30pm. $10.00.

• wolfpack + catgut mary + kodiak throat

+ declaration Ding Dong Lounge, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $8.20.

JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, LATIN & WORLD MUSIC • alex & nilusha Bennetts Lane Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $25.00.

• frostfall Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 7:30pm. $30.00.

• funk it up! - feat: de la calle + funkalleros

+ gogo goddesses The Luwow, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $8.00.

• histories - feat: monash art ensemble Iwaki Auditorium, Southbank. 7:30pm.

• la tin shed orquesta Paris Cat Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. $15.00.

• liam werret Open Studio, Northcote. 6:00pm. • melbourne chamber orchestra

(rodelinda) Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 7:00pm. $69.00.

• nichaud fitzgibbon quintet Paris Cat Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $20.00.

• oehlers/ magnusson/ vanderwal trio Uptown Jazz Cafe, Fitzroy. 8:00pm.

• ruby’s classic blue note series Ruby’s Music

THE PEEP TEMPEL

I once went to a wake at a very strange RSL in the northern suburbs. The bathroom seemed to be inspired by Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. In this temple toilet we came across a peep hole. The Peep Tempel are a rock trio from Melbourne town. They play good old ‘dirt under your fingernails’ rock’n’roll. The Peep Tempel aren’t playing in the peep temple toilet at the ‘unnamed’ RSL but you can catch them rockin’ out at The Tote when they launch their new album Tales on Friday October 3.

Room, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $20.00.

• ruby’s search for jazz cats 3 Ruby’s Music Room, Melbourne Cbd. 6:00pm. $10.00.

ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY/BLUES/FOLK • amistat & timberwolf + sam brittain +

harrison storm Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood. 8:00pm. $12.00.

• flying engine stringband Railway Hotel (North

+ the fckups + stoned to death + kodiak throat + antichrists anonymous + sarge & the nuked + city wide wild cat + bottlecaps + dixon cider + bombs are falling + con-troll + the out of towners + hopes abandoned + dj leopard head Dancing Dog, Footscray. 2:00pm.

Fitzroy), Fitzroy North. 9:30pm.

• gang of youths + harts Workers Club, Fitzroy.

Northcote. 6:00pm.

• habitat tapes showcase - feat: bonnie

• green’s diary angel ensemble Wesley Anne, • joshua seymour Drunken Poet, West Melbourne. 8:30pm.

• jules boult Forester’s Beer & Music Hall, Collingwood. 9:30pm.

• mick daley’s corporate raiders + dj

convict Yarra Hotel, Abbotsford. 8:30pm. • minibikes Post Office Hotel, Coburg. 9:30pm. • river of snakes + udays tiger + dj kezbot Retreat Hotel, Brunswick. 9:30pm.

8:30pm. $17.85.

ALT J

From watching movies like The Hangover, I always envisioned a buck’s night as limos, strippers, Mr. Chow and missing teeth. The only buck’s night I have attended to this day, was about eight, thirtysomething-year-old men who had strolled down to the Torquay Pub dressed as a more bogan rendition of The Village People. There was no limo in sight and the only skin I saw was the cleavage of the fiftysomething-year-old barmaid. Needless to say it was a wild night that ended in us all belting out Alt J’s Breezeblocks. Hear a much better version of Alt J when they play The Forum, Monday October 6.

mercer + rituals + felicity yang + whirse Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 8:30pm.

• hollow everdaze (ominous launch) +

contrast + peter bibby & his bottle of confidence Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. $12.00. • jantina & the jaguars Ding Dong Lounge, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $10.00.

• jarrod quarrell’s greatest hits + the

JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, LATIN & WORLD MUSIC • forever fab - feat: yvette johansson Rising Sun Hotel, South Melbourne. 7:00pm. $65.50.

• brahms 2nd symphony - feat: the

university of melbourne orchestra Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 7:30pm.

• russell morris Basement Discs, Melbourne Cbd.

steve miller band Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd.

• connie lansberg quartet Regent Club Spa,

• songwriters in the round - feat: john

• jen knight & the cavaliers + better than

• dean martini Paris Cat Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd.

12:45pm.

flanagan + mary webb + robot child Wesley Anne, Northcote. 8:00pm. $8.00.

• the blues assembly - feat: the al james

blues assembly Open Studio, Northcote. 8:30pm.

• the connotations Carters Bar, Northcote. 9:00pm.

7:30pm. $15.00.

the wizards + fulton street Gasometer Hotel,

• emerge in wyndham - feat: various artists

Fitzroy. 10:00pm.

• john anderson & the present Open Studio,

$12.00.

• jukebox jive - feat: the jukebox rackets +

• judge pino & the ruling motions Bar Open, • laura jean Northcote Social Club, Northcote. 8:30pm. • lepers & crooks + barefoot alley Revolver

• traditional irish music session - feat: dan

• masketta fall Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood. 1:00pm.

bourke Drunken Poet, West Melbourne. 6:00pm.

SATURDAY 4 OCT

INDIE, ROCK, POP, METAL, PUNK & COVERS • back to the bendigo - feat: kiss the vyper

+ dark earth + sudden state + espionage + rum runners Bendigo Hotel, Collingwood. 7:00pm. • ball park music Forum Theatre, Melbourne Cbd.

7:00pm. $20.00.

Collingwood. 8:00pm. $12.00.

• the westerners Lomond Hotel, Brunswick East. 9:30pm.

Melbourne. 8:00pm. $20.00.

Upstairs, Prahran. 8:00pm. $12.00.

• mighty duke & the lords - feat: mighty

duke and the lords Post Office Hotel, Coburg. 9:00pm.

• mojo juju + kira puru Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine. 8:30pm. $15.00.

• molting vultures + wrong turn + little

murders Tago Mago, Thornbury. 8:00pm.

Wyndham Youth Centre, Hoppers Crossing. 3:00pm. Northcote. 5:00pm.

gogo goddesses + dj jumpin josh The Luwow,

Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $10.00.

• justin yapp Forester’s Beer & Music Hall, Collingwood. 9:30pm.

• kattimoni Rainbow Hotel, Fitzroy. 9:30pm.

• micheline sings brel - feat: micheline van

hautem Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 7:00pm. $45.00.

• oscar jimenez + dj superpancho Open Studio, Northcote. 8:30pm. $14.00.

• mose & the fmly + juve + neon queen Workers

• paul grabowsky trio Uptown Jazz Cafe, Fitzroy.

8:00pm. $52.95.

• painters & dockers trio + dj roberts Yarra

• performance worksop with steve

sentinel Royal Melbourne Hotel, Melbourne Cbd.

• pure blonde rock show + the party

• black eyed susan trio Union Hotel (brunswick),

• richie 1250 & the brides of christ +

• bang - feat: bury tomorrow + reigner + 9:00pm.

Brunswick. 5:00pm.

• bloodline (ep launch) Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 8:00pm.

• bonjah + animaux + tully on tully The Hi-fi,

Club, Fitzroy. 1:30pm.

Hotel, Abbotsford. 8:30pm.

animals Musicland, Fawkner. 8:00pm. $10.00.

lightning tape wolf + double ya d + boss christ + the impossible no goods Public Bar,

North Melbourne. 8:30pm. $12.00.

Melbourne Cbd. 7:30pm. $26.00.

• ron s peno singing pretty + the hired guns

+ i exalt + architects of evolution Reverence

• shanty town Union Hotel (brunswick), Brunswick.

• boris the blade + martyr defiled + elegist Hotel, Footscray. 7:30pm. $15.00.

• byo vinyl night Reverence Hotel, Footscray. 8:00pm.

• caravana sun Sooki Lounge, Belgrave. 9:00pm. $10.00.

• claire birchall & the phantom hitchhikers

+ james mccann & the new vindictives Victoria Hotel (brunswick), Brunswick. 9:00pm.

• cosa nostra + the vagrants Whole Lotta Love, Brunswick East. 8:00pm. $10.00.

• courtney barnett + d d dumbo + fraser a

gorman Corner Hotel, Richmond. 8:30pm. • denim owl + lux ovarye’s weird time + sissycocks + hero John Curtin Hotel, Carlton. 8:30pm. $5.00.

• destroy she said + voodoocain + virtue Espy, St Kilda. 8:00pm.

• doomsday festival 2-14 - feat: windhand &

beastwars Yah Yah’s, Fitzroy. 6:00pm. $40.00.

• doubleshots weekends - feat: skyscraper

stan & the commission flats + the sugarcanes + king wolf + dj kezbot Old Bar, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. $12.00.

• eat the west festival - feat: cabin fever

Flying Saucer Club, Elsternwick. 8:30pm. $25.00.

9:00pm.

• steve smyth Westernport Hotel, San Remo. 8:00pm.

• suicide swans - feat: stevie & the sleepers Catfish, Fitzroy. 9:00pm.

• tenth anniversary of ac/dc lane - feat: tim

henwood + matthew harrison + kevin hunt + greg aldridge Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

$25.00.

8:00pm.

sedergreen Ruby’s Music Room, Melbourne Cbd.

2:00pm. $15.00.

• rory clark trio + freddie ballison Dizzy’s Jazz Club, Richmond. 9:00pm. $20.00.

• soul a-go-go - feat: richie 1250 + matt

mcfetridge + dj manchild + dj lady soul + vince peach + emma peel + chelsea wilson Shebeen, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm. $15.00.

• swing train featuring gianni marinucci +

rebecca barnard + gianni marinucci Paris Cat

Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 9:00pm. $25.00.

• the funkmeister general’s variety hour Wesley Anne, Northcote. 8:00pm.

• the rita satch band Bennetts Lane Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $25.00.

ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY/BLUES/FOLK • action sam European Bier Cafe, Melbourne Cbd. 10:30pm.

• the cat empire Festival Hall, West Melbourne. 8:00pm.

• blown cones + sean mcmahon & the moon

• the crookeds + i am mine + tv orphans Mr

• bluesology presents - feat: numbernine

• the demon parade (single launch) + the

+ charm + oscar lalor & the hotdoggers

$59.90.

Boogie Man Bar, Abbottsford. 8:00pm.

morning night + the rolloways Grace Darling

Hotel, Collingwood. 8:30pm.

• the right words + 4tress + spidey + pockets Brunswick Hotel, Brunswick. 9:00pm.

• the sun rising band (the songs that made

men Labour In Vain, Fitzroy. 5:00pm.

Newport Bowling Club, Newport. 5:00pm. $10.00.

• goatpiss gasoline + jimmy dowling Drunken Poet, West Melbourne. 7:00pm.

• into the mystic (van morrison tribute) -

feat: joe creighton Carnegie Hall, Carnegie. 8:00pm.

memphis) Thornbury Theatre, Thornbury. 7:00pm. $35.00. • tomb hanx + orlando furios Public Bar, North

• mark seymore & the undertow + jack

• twin beasts dj set Workers Club, Fitzroy. 9:00pm.

• quintessential doll (ep launch) + zoe ryan

Melbourne. 1:30am.

howard + nicky del rey Caravan Music Club, Oakleigh. 8:00pm. $42.00.

+ freya bennett 303, Northcote. 8:00pm.

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For all the latest gigs check out beat.com.au • slim willy Retreat Hotel, Brunswick. 5:00pm.

• the andrea marr band + dj roy Spotted Mallard,

• the large number 12s Royal Oak Hotel, Fitzroy

Hotel, Brunswick. 8:00pm.

• the man who wasn’t there Victoria Hotel

Black, Brunswick. 9:30pm.

• the matt glass band + the moon raja +

woodward + warren rough Victoria Hotel

• the tek tek ensemble Spotted Mallard, Brunswick.

• the teskey brothers + tash sultana Penny • vic old time jam session - feat: craig (brunswick), Brunswick. 5:00pm.

• waz e james band Lomond Hotel, Brunswick East. 9:30pm.

• younger dryas + zac slater Great Britain Hotel, Richmond. 8:00pm.

SUNDAY 5 OCT

INDIE, ROCK, POP, METAL, PUNK & COVERS • amarillo Yarra Hotel, Abbotsford. 4:00pm.

• andrew lockwood Sooki Lounge, Belgrave. 3:00pm. $10.00.

• antichrists anonymous + hopes abandoned

+ dixon cider Mr Boogie Man Bar, Abbottsford. 8:00pm.

• backseat serenade Big Mouth, St Kilda. 6:30pm.

• brian nankervis & the rockwiz family Ding Dong Lounge, Melbourne Cbd. 6:30pm. $45.00.

• clive + junk horses + dr. doctor Bar Open, Fitzroy. 7:30pm.

• cold red mute + the caning + lace &

whiskey Yah Yah’s, Fitzroy. 7:00pm. • courtney barnett + d d dumbo + fraser a gorman Corner Hotel, Richmond. 7:30pm. $15.00. • dogs day Whole Lotta Love, Brunswick East. 7:00pm. • doomsday festival 2014 - feat: windhind + beastwars + the ruiner + clagg + sumeru Tote Hotel, Collingwood. 4:30pm. $44.90.

• fever teeth + be calm + the world at a

glance + shut up jackson Old Bar, Fitzroy. 6:30pm.

$6.00.

• home spun goods Catfish, Fitzroy. 5:00pm.

• itchy scabs Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine. 4:00pm.

• lepers & crooks + barefoot alley Great Britain

North. 5:00pm.

(brunswick), Brunswick. 5:00pm.

selki Bendigo Hotel, Collingwood. 6:00pm.

4:30pm.

• waking up the spirit - feat: the serimshaw

four + archer & bow + the teskey brother’s John Curtin Hotel, Carlton. 4:00pm. $16.50.

JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, LATIN & WORLD MUSIC • alone with tiger + stevie & the sleepers

+ mayfield + leah senior Evelyn Hotel, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $5.00.

• blackwood ensemble - feat: sir zelman

cowen school of music Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 3:00pm. $15.00.

• let’s dance big band Mentone Rsl, Mentone. 1:00pm.

zelman cowen school of music Melbourne

Recital Centre, Southbank. 7:00pm. $15.00.

• russian kaleidoscope - feat: sir zelman

cowen school of music Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank. 11:00am. $15.00.

303, Northcote. 3:30pm. $5.00.

• the marionettes + the tarantino

experience Evelyn Hotel, Fitzroy. 3:00pm. $11.00.

• the mirko guerrini & tony gould quartet Bennetts Lane Jazz Club, Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $18.00.

• sunday school - feat: the shabbab +

tangrams + shiny coin Public Bar, North Melbourne. 4:00pm.

• sunday sessions - feat: billy & eddie miller Big Huey’s Diner, South Melbourne. 4:00pm.

• the dire straits experience Palais Theatre, St Kilda. 6:30pm. $79.00.

• the future is now - feat: fractures + oscar

the cumberland 3 + the baudelaires + the morning night Old Bar, Fitzroy. 8:00pm. $6.00. • monday night mass - feat: zond + bearded iris + aktion unit + snawklor Northcote Social Club, Northcote. 8:00pm.

JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, LATIN & WORLD MUSIC • bennetts lane big band - feat: georgie

• backwood creatures Labour In Vain, Fitzroy. 5:00pm.

Brunswick. 3:30pm.

of may + sophie officer + miss tash Wesley Anne, Northcote. 3:00pm.

• cherry blues - feat: dave hogan’s

meltdown + dj max crawdaddy Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 2:00pm.

• darren gibson + jim duggan + jess locke Reverence Hotel, Footscray. 3:00pm.

• docklands blues music festival - feat:

desert blues cartel + safari motl + justin yap band + sweet felicia & the honeytones + rod paine & the fulltime lovers + jesse valach blue mountain + blue eyes cry + kelly auty’s wild women Wonderland Spiegeltent, Docklands. 11:00am.

carroll + walker + davy simony Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 6:30pm. $8.00.

• jam sundays Musicland, Fawkner. 6:00pm.

• jules boult & friends Rainbow Hotel, Fitzroy. 4:00pm.

• ken maher with al wright & tony

hargreaves Lomond Hotel, Brunswick East. 9:00pm.

MUSICIANS WANTED MANAGER WANTED. Durk is a Melbourne band who have been playing the local scene for a number of years now. We are looking for a manager to help us find more gigs, and on a more regular basis, to help build the “Durk” brand. With a full album just completed, and ready to be pushed, this is an opportunity to welcome a 5th member into the fold. Check us out on reverbnation.com/durk, triple J unearthed, and facebook.com/durkband. Contact us on durklive@live.com PSYCHEDELIC ROCK BAND SEEKING CREATIVE MALE SINGER. Influences: Black Angels, White Denim, Tame Impala. Contact Paul 0400 194 782

• king salami & the cumberland three +

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• paul mcmanus + the killjoys Drunken Poet, West

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• i do like mondays - feat: king salami &

• austin brady Wesley Anne, Northcote. 6:00pm.

• easy sundays - feat: olivers army + tahlah

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MONDAY 6 OCT

ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY/BLUES/FOLK

• caveman & will do art for food - feat: sons

• steelbirds The B.east, Brunswick East. 8:00pm.

5:00pm.

• cherry jam Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

Bar, St Kilda . 8:00pm.

• rusty james & the hell fire flames Public Bar, • spencer p jones Tago Mago, Thornbury. 8:00pm.

5:00pm.

• the t-bones Union Hotel (brunswick), Brunswick.

• the imprints + lomax + quantum milkshake

alysia manceau + danny walsh banned + nun of the tongue Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood. • sime nugent trio Post Office Hotel, Coburg. 4:30pm.

• the humbuckin pickups Penny Black, Brunswick.

• sun-dazed - feat: various artists Prince Public

bakersfield glee club + brillig + dandelion wine Retreat Hotel, Brunswick. 5:00pm. • bell street delays Union Hotel (brunswick),

North Melbourne. 1:30am.

The first line I ever heard from Courtney Barnett was “I masturbated to the songs you wrote.” In the last two years the singer/songwriter and guitarist has been exploding around the world with her witty lyrics and ear-gasmic singing style. Courtney Barnett is playing a six-date tour across Australia off the back of sold out shows and festival appearances across the UK and USA. If you were lucky enough to score tickets to one of her four sold out shows, then you’ll be getting off with Courtney Barnett at The Corner Hotel, October 2-5 with a friendly hand from D.D Dumbo.

INDIE, ROCK, POP, METAL, PUNK & COVERS

• bakersfield glee club - feat: the

4:00pm. $15.00.

COURTNEY BARNETT

$15.00.

• monash sinfonia & paul dyer - feat: sir

Hotel, Richmond. 8:00pm.

• rock 4 renewables - feat: empat lima +

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8:00pm. $17.85.

Brunswick. 9:00pm.

• the ivory elephant + dj jeff leppard Retreat

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key sung + hayden calnin Workers Club, Fitzroy.

wrong turn + blackbird Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

• live pawn acoustic sunday - feat: various

artists Pawn & Co, South Yarra. 8:00pm. • melissa rose holt Open Studio, Northcote. 5:00pm. • nicholas costello Carters Bar, Northcote. 6:00pm. • open mic Sooki Lounge, Belgrave. 7:00pm. • oscar neyland Open Studio, Northcote. 8:00pm. • paul hicks & yardogs Lomond Hotel, Brunswick

darvidis & reuben lewis Bennetts Lane Jazz Club,

Melbourne Cbd. 8:30pm. $18.00.

• nmit recitals 303, Northcote. 8:00pm.

• ruby’s live jazz after dark - feat: piano té Ruby’s Music Room, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. $15.00.

ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY/BLUES/FOLK • cajun dance party - feat: the ‘johnny can’t

dance’ cajun band Victoria Hotel (brunswick), Brunswick. 7:00pm.

• sleepy dreamers + sarah stone +

splendidid Evelyn Hotel, Fitzroy. 8:30pm. $5.00.

• the mutual appreciation society - feat:

van walker + nick o’mara Retreat Hotel, Brunswick. 7:30pm.

• windhand Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

TUESDAY 7 OCT

INDIE, ROCK, POP, METAL, PUNK & COVERS • cheap kraken rum night - feat: them bruins

+ gatherer + maricopa wells Old Bar, Fitzroy.

7:00pm. $6.00.

• chris pickering & the a3 + chachi Yarra Hotel, Abbotsford. 8:00pm.

• i know the chief + urban problems +

london Northcote Social Club, Northcote. 7:30pm. $10.00. • swamp moth + manta 5 + weedy gonzalez Public Bar, North Melbourne. 7:00pm. $5.00.

• the brunswick hotel discovery night -

feat: dayzed + the dalai samas + mosaicz Brunswick Hotel, Brunswick. 8:00pm.

• the future is now - feat: remi + tkay maidza

+ l-fresh the lion + wzrdkid Workers Club, Fitzroy. 7:30pm. $17.85.

JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, LATIN & WORLD MUSIC • ade ish trio Open Studio, Northcote. 8:00pm.

• ruby’s jazz after dark - feat: dexter’s

asian connection Ruby’s Music Room, Melbourne Cbd. 7:00pm. $15.00.

East. 5:30pm.

• st leonards + st leonards + peter foley

Melbourne. 4:00pm.

ACOUSTIC/COUNTRY/BLUES/FOLK

• rose wintergreen (aurora launch) +

zikora Toff In Town, Melbourne Cbd. 2:30pm. $15.00. • sunday sessions - feat: various artists Lucky Coq, Windsor. 4:00pm.

• sunday sessions - feat: julian byrne The Bodega, West Melbourne. 4:00pm.

Dizzy’s Jazz Club, Richmond. 7:30pm. $14.00.

• ali barter + yoke Boney, Melbourne Cbd. 7:30pm. $7.00.

• goatpiss gasoline Retreat Hotel, Brunswick. 7:30pm.

• irish sessions Lomond Hotel, Brunswick East. 8:00pm. • klub muk 303, Northcote. 7:30pm.

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Melbourne hip hop sensation Ivan Ooze just joined the Beyond The Valley line up and dropped his latest video for On and On. If you’re into artists like Allday, Get Busy Committee and Spark Master Tape then jump onto the Ivan bandwagon because it’s about to take off ! Hit up triplejunearthed.com/artist/ivanooze for all his latest work. Melbourne boy Peezo has been churning out big things recently and doing it his way, which seems to be a recurring theme for the Byron Bay born kid. The recent release of his video My Way features on his EP Old School Futuristic and delves into the distractions and doubters that constantly pigeon-hole him as an artist. To check out this sick flick head over to www. youtube.com/user/PeezoXBixby And while we’re riding the wave of new things coming out of the Melbourne hip hop scene it’d be a crime to not talk about Selby MC, hailing from the small town of Warrandyte. He’s the new kid on the block and is certainly stirring the pot with his recent EP Wazza D Chills. After recently playing Banyule FReeZA’s YouthFest it’s only a matter of time until he blows up. But whether you’re going to be the next big thing in the Melbourne music scene as a performer, manager, producer or anything of the like it’s definitely time to snatch up some tickets to Face The Music conference at Melbourne’s Art Centre on Friday and Saturday November 14 and 15. This year’s awesome panel will feature an array of music industry professionals, including high profile artists, booking agents, publishers, record label directors, music lawyers, publicists, and artist managers, so you’ll never know who you’ll rub shoulders or spark a conversation with! Find all the info you need at www.facethemusic.org.au Listen up singers and songwriters, the fourth round of Push Songs has opened for the year and it’s your chance to get some FREE one-on-one mentoring from some of Australia’s finest musical poetic geniuses. This time we’ve got song writing workshops with the likes of Henry Wagons, Evelyn Morris (Pikelet), Phil Kakulas (The Blackeyed Susans) and Angie Hart. It’s open to people of all ages from anywhere in Victoria, and will be based in Brunswick during afternoons and evenings throughout October and November. Applications close October 8, apply at www.surveymonkey.com/s/PS2014R4 Interested in going along to some FREE artist and music industry workshops? As part of the Darebin Music Feast this year, we’ll be running a Push Pop-Up Shop right on busy 234 High Street, Northcote from October 8-19. Over 12 days the pop-up shop will offer a series of free All Ages panels, presentations, open round table discussions and workshops, for musicians, artist managers, event producers and those interested in music business and career development. All sessions are free, some bookings are recommended but not essential. To check out the full program and rsvp, go to www. musicfeast.com.au

ALL AGES TIMETABLE WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 1 • Pumped Up FReeZA’s Skate/BMX Clinic w/ Renton Millar (Pro Vert Skater) and Jake Robbins (Pro BMXer), Mansfield Skate Park, Highett Street, Mansfield, 11am - 4pm, Free, contact Jodie Bell on 0357751654, AA SATURDAY OCTOBER 4 • The Cat Empire, Festival Hall, Dudley Street West Melbourne, $44.90 - $59.90, www.festivalhall. com.au, AA • Coburg Carnivale (music and arts), Victoria Mall Coburg, Coburg Library, www.moreland.vic.gov. au, AA • Masketta Fall (EP Preview) w/ Jackson Mcclerg, The Gasometer Hotel, 484 Smith Street Collingwood, 1pm, $20, www.maskettafall.com.au, AA SUNDAY OCTOBER 5 • Clowns w/ Tartarus, Stage Fright, Dawn of The Fallen, Pizza Crusaders, Karova Lounge, Ballarat Central, 3-6pm, $5, contact 5320 5140, AA WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 8 • Bairnsdale FReeZA’s Market Day Music w/ DJ Net Head. Forge Theatre, 10am - 2pm, Free, Chris Taylor on 51504880, U18

• marshmallow overcoats Cherry Bar, Melbourne Cbd. 8:00pm.

• open mic Prince Public Bar, St Kilda . 8:00pm.

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INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH

MUSIC INDUSTRY NEWS & GOSSIP

With Christie Eliezer * Stuff for this column to be emailed to <celiezer@netspace.net.au> by Friday 5pm

ARIA PARTNERS WITH TELSTRA FOR AWARDS

ARIA partnered with Telstra as a sponsor for the ARIA awards. Returning are Qantas and the NSW Government, through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW. The awards, now in their 28th year, are again held at the Event Centre at The Star, Sydney on Wednesday November 26. They will be broadcast by the Ten Network. Telstra GM of Brand Marketing, Toby Dewar said: “We look forward to harnessing the power of our network to deliver a truly interactive and exciting experience for music fans.”

AUSSIE EVENTS IN LIST OF GLOBAL INFLUENTIAL FESTIVALS

A Spotify survey of global festivals estimated worldwide stream numbers by headliners two weeks before and after the event. The resultant Most Influential Festivals list saw Future Music coming in at #2 after the UK’s Glastonbury and Laneway at #7. Top 10 most globally streamed festival headliners saw Australian events take an awesome first three spots. Top of the list was Pharrell Williams’ headlining of Future Music in March (global streams up by 90%, Australian streams by 102%) followed by Deadmau5 at Future Music and James Blake at Laneway.

NEW BOOKER FOR LAUNDRY BAR

The Laundry Bar (50 Johnston St, Fitzroy) announced a new booker for its upstairs section. Blake Gilchrist of High Fi Events which previously toured Ghostface Killah, MF Doom, Lyrics Born and Andy C, among others, and is the Adelaide rep and licensee for Future Music Festival and Summadayze.

DYLAN MEYER’S GAMBLE PAYS OFF

This time last year, Melbourne pop singer/songwriter Dylan Meyer packed his bags and bought a plane ticket to the U.S. Los Angeles producer and executive David Kershenbaum (A&M, RCA, Capitol, Elektra) heard his 2012 When It’s Quiet EP (Melodic Music) and emailed him. He worked with Kershenbaum and A&R exec Judy Stakee (Warner/ Chappell) on his next EP and wrote music for hit series The Horizon. This week, When It’s Quiet got an international release on iTunes. While working on a follow up EP, he’s writing for film, TV and other artists, and tipped as an artist going places.

NEW EXECS FOR ETIHAD STADIUM

Etihad Stadium appointed ex-Mattel sales chief Daniel Pote as Marketing, Sales and Communications Director. He will oversee relationship with clients and customers and head development of the “connected stadium” project that sees Telstra provide in-stadium wireless and Internet Protocol TV for five years. Tim Browne, Legal Counsel for Tennis Australia, joined as manager for Legal and company secretary.

YOUNG AUSSIES MAKE U.S. IMPACT

In a year where a myriad of Aussies charted, signing record and booking deals and toured America, the young ‘uns also did well. Three Aussies made Billboard’s 21 Under 21 list, charting the most powerful musical young minors. Lorde topped that list (no surprise there), at #2 were 5 Seconds Of Summer, at #13 was Gold Coast’s Cody Simpson, at #17 was Perth’s Troye Sivan.

THINGS WE HEAR

• Which club is quietly dealing with the theft of thousands of dollars by one of its managers, who allegedly also did the same thing with a former employer? • Is Jay Weinberg, son of Bruce Springsteen’s sticksman Max, the new Slipknot drummer? • Which new band told its agent it’s dropped its proposed name of Isis because of fears of links with Islamic State? • A group of British Foo Fighters began a Kickstarter campaign to raise £150,000 (AUD$280,000) to get the band to play a gig in Birmingham. After five days they got half the target, with 800 fans pledging £50 each. • Flume, receiving an exhilarated response from the crowd, used his Listen Out set at Sydney’s Centennial Park on the weekend for the Australian debut of his remix of Lorde’s Tennis Court. • After their exhausting world tours, Sticky Fingers do morning boxing classes to release their stress. • Sell-outs: The second Falls Byron Bay joined Falls Lorne in selling out all tickets in record time. Meantime, all 3,000 tickets for the 10th Festival of the Sun in December in Port Macquarie sold out – half going in the first 24 hours. • Robbie Williams was apparently offered $1 million to perform three songs at the weekend’s AFL Grand Final but turned it down. No one’s saying why.

FACE THE MUSIC 2014

Q&A with

GOSSLING

Hi Gossling, thanks for chatting to Beat. Could you please tell us a little about your role at Face the Music 2014? I’m going to be hosting a Q and A session, talking about my career path so far and answering any questions. Why is it important for aspiring artists to receive firsthand knowledge from people who’ve garnered success in their career? I think it’s important to take on advice so that you can have the strongest chance at finding success in what is a pretty tough industry. There are so many

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layers of knowledge required for an aspiring artist to acquire for success and receiving firsthand knowledge from people who have achieved some success is priceless. Can you recall some sound advice you received when you were starting out? What was it and who was it from? I attended a Face the Music conference early on in my career and found it hugely eye opening. I think the best piece of advice I received was to make sure I keep a strong hold on what my idea of success is. It’s important to set your own bar for what you think is being successful. Otherwise, you’ll never feel content with your career. Your idea of success might look different to someone else’s and it’s hugely important to guard that idea so you can enjoy that feeling that success brings. It will be a huge motivator to keep pursuing a career in music. If you could let Beat readers know one hidden gem about the music industry that you wish you knew of earlier, what would it be? 98% of the people in the music industry are more than happy to give advice and lend a hand. I was afraid to ask for favours or advice when I was starting out but I’ve now learnt that everyone helps everyone and one day the same person you got advice from might call in a favour from you. GOSSLING plays The Corner Hotel Thursday November 6. She will also appear at Face the Music conference which spans Friday November 14 and Saturday November 15.

• Melbourne authorities agreed to officially include the flash for AC/DC Lane on the street sign (See beat.com. au for full details). • Slayer’s “aggressive” style-inspired Toyota division Scion to create a special edition Slayer Mobile Amp TC sports car aimed at a younger audience. The multi-media interior comes with amps, towers of speakers, a custom mixer and a 32-inch monitor for media playback. • Adelaide’s Fire! Santa Rosa, Fire! announced they’ve broken up. • Tamworth’s music community played a benefit for singer/ songwriter Wendy Wood, of Those Gals and Two Gals. Her daughter has cystic fibrosis and she’s to make regular and expensive trips to Brisbane by car to be with her when she has treatments. The Southgate Inn gig raised $1,500. The next day, an anonymous attendee donated a 1oz nugget of pure gold valued at $1,300. • Three more Melbourne acts are heading to Europe/UK for dates. Lisa Mitchell, who’s just released a track WahHa as a free download on SoundCloud heads to London for shows in November before head to country Victoria to record her third album for release in 2015. • In the wake of Rat & Co’s remix of anonymous Melbourne project Hoodlem’s Firing Line, the two acts will tour Europe together. The five dates Wednesday October 1 to Wednesday 8 take in various English cities and Paris, while Hoodlem do two German clubs after. Rat & Co are promoting their second album Binary, which now has an international release, and Hoodlem toured North America in May.

NEW SIGNINGS #1: JOSH PYKE RECORDING WITH WONDERLICK

After being managed by Gregg Donovan and Stu MacQueen’s Wonderlick Entertainment for eight years, Josh Pyke has signed to Wonderlick’s record label. A joint venture with Sony Music Entertainment in 2012, it launched Max & Bianca, Holy Holy, The Paper Kites and Jackson McLaren.

NEW SIGNINGS #2: VICES AT RESIST

Sydney hardcore Vices are now with Resist Records, joining Parkway Drive, I Exist, Confession, La Dispute and The Gaslight Anthem. Vices drop their second album We’ll Make It Through This on November 14, touring locally to end of December through their management and booking Virtue Agency.

NEW SIGNINGS #3: SHANGHAI JOIN BIRD’S ROBE

After working shows with Sydney band Shanghai, Mike Solo has signed them to his Bird’s Robe Records. The band has strong airplay on community radio, and finally releases its debut album The Ultraviolent in early 2015.

NEW SIGNINGS #4: DEW PROCESS WELCOMES LOWE

Dew Process’ latest international signing is idiosyncratic R&B London singer songwriter Rosie Lowe, who made waves with debut EP Right Thing last year. New single Water Came Down is a taster to her debut album out 2015.

NEW SIGNINGS #5: HAU LATUKEFU JOINS NZ’S FMG

Australian hip hop performer Hau Latukefu joined New Zealand urban label Frequency Media Group (FMG). Best known as front man for ARIA-winning duo Koolism and for hosting triple j’s Hip Hop Show since 2008, he released a solo mix tape this year with more coming in the next few months.

NEW SIGNINGS #5: JOSEF SALVAT CHOOSES LIBERATION

Sydney-born, London-based singer songwriter Josef Salvat chose Liberation Music to release his music in Australia and NZ. Following his new single Open Season (#1 on Hype Machine just one day later) comes his debut EP. Salvat’s a buzz name on UK radio and global taste making media.

NEW SIGNINGS #6: UNIFIED ENTERS FEARLESS FACTORY

Unified officially announced its distro partnership with California’s Fearless Records in Australia and NZ. Already Motionless In White’s Reincarnate cracked the ARIA chart. Set up in 1994 Fearless launched The Plain White T’s, At The Drive-In and The Aquabats! and is home to Pierce The Veil, Mayday Parade, Blessthefall, August Burns Red and Breathe Carolina.

NEW SIGNINGS #7: HALFCUT GET BELLE HAVEN

Shock Records imprint Halfcut signed Melbourne posthardcore Belle Haven, releasing single Hunt For Health this week. See beat.com.au for details.

LIFELINES Split: R&B singers Jordin Sparks and Jason DeRulo after three years. Divorcing: model Amber Rose filed against rapper Wiz Khalifa after one year of marriage citing “irreconcilable differences” two weeks after she posted a pic of them wishing him for his 27th birthday “I’ll love u forever.” Hospitalised: Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell will be “out of action” until Christmas as he will be undergoing stem-cell surgery in his cancer fight. Hospitalised: as reported in the mainstream media, former AC/DC guitarist Malcolm Young’s in full care in Sydney for dementia. It’s been a close kept secret in the music biz since his condition leaked during their Black Ice tour. Ill: season eight American Idol alum Scott MacIntyre, 29, requires a second kidney transplant within six months. Arrested: a 30-year old Adelaide man faces court on Wednesday October 15 on charges of selling fake Justin Timberlake tickets for Adelaide concert. Fans who bought the tickets online found they were refused entry. Suing: Mostafa Kashe takes action against Rod Stewart saying his nose was broken when he kicked footballs into the audience at a 2012 Las Vegas show. “It’s a contact sport,” Stewart said unhelpfully. In Court: nine members of the Finks club appeared at Ballarat Magistrates’ Court charged with barging into the Haida Bar nightclub attacking staff and patron and stealing cash from a register. In Court: a Sydney judge declared that Rose Tattoo drummer Paul DeMarco “too dangerous” to be out on bail on charges of being part of a gun syndicate. Died: radio and TV executive Tony ‘Dicko’ Dickenson (4BH, 2UE, 2UW, 10 Adelaide) after a battle with cancer.

APPLE TO MODIFY BEATS MUSIC?

Apple officially denied rumours it’s shutting down the Beats Music streaming service it acquired in August in a US$3 billion buy. But speculation is it will modify Beats Music to fit into its other services and products and roll it into iTunes, the way it did with streaming service Lala three years ago.

FEAST POP UP SHOP

The Push Pop Up Shop runs from Wednesday October 8 to Saturday 18 during the Darebin Music Feast. A joint effort by Decibels Records, The Push and Darebin FReeZA, it includes workshops (including setting up an indie label by Jen Cloher, and a keynote address by Big Sound programmer Nick O’Byrne). See musicfeast.com.au.

LOONEY TUNES MENTAL HEALTH BENEFIT

The Brunswick Hotel hosts the Loony Tunes mental health benefit on Sunday October 5. Acts include Kat from Kill TV solo, Bi Polar Bears, The Low Priests, The Bearded Clambake with Mrs Barb Wire as MC. $5 entry will go towards helping troubled teens in the city of Moreland.

2CD SET REVISITS MELBOURNE’S ‘70S SCENE

Back in the ‘70s, the Melbourne underground scene threw up venues as Reefer Cabaret, TF Much Ballroom, La Mama and Pram Factory. Out came new talent as Daddy Cool, Paul Kelly, Joe Camilleri, Stephen Cummings, Jane Clifton, Peter Lillie and Skyhooks, music mags as Juke and Daily Planet writers as Helen Garner and Jen Jewel Brown, and artists as Ian McCausland. For a 2CD pack out on Thursday October 2 called (When The Sun Sets Over) Carlton, Warner Music’s David Laing spent months going through old recordings. He discovered rarities as Daddy Cool covering Skyhooks, a Jo Jo Zep demo, Skyhooks with original singer Steve Hill, as well as Pelaco Bros, Sports, Stilleto, Bleeding Hearts, High Rise Bombers, Eric Gradman Man & Machine, Capt. Matchbox, Company Caine (a pun on Co. Caine), Dots, The Toads, Autodrifters and Mark Gillespie among others.

DRE IS WEALTHIEST HIP HOPPER

Dr. Dre’s sale of Beats Music to Apple puts him at the top of US business magazine Forbes’ Hip-Hop Cash Kings list. His estimated pre-tax income of $620 million is more than all the other names on the Top 10 list. Second place was a tie by Jay Z and Diddy ($60m) with Drake (who rapped about being on the list previously on 5AM In Toronto) at $32m. Rounding off the Top 5 were Macklemore & Ryan Lewis with a combined $32 million.

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