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Now in its 8th year, Between the Bays Festival is a family friendly, relaxed afternoon/evening, which attracts thousands to the Mornington Peninsula to enjoy music, food and wine and relax in the comfortable rural surroundings. The 2013 festival will include a very special line-up featuring some of Australia’s biggest and most talented names in music over the years and PEARL spoke with one of the headliners, James Reyne, about the upcoming festival.

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PEARL: As a long-time Peninsula resident, how important are festivals like these for the local area and Aussie music down south in Victoria?

REYNE: Very important. I think it’s fantastic.

I keep saying to Paul that from just a little school thing it’s now pretty much the only consistent bona fide annual music event on the Peninsula. I reckon he’s done a great job, and it’s a fantastic day out and now I hear people that are considering putting on events saying, “We want to use the Between The Bays model.”

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PEARL: You’re playing Between The Bays in February, which will be your third appearance having been a great supporter of the festival since its inception.

REYNE: Well, I can’t take much credit for it really. I came into it ‘cos I knew Paul Thompson (the event’s creator) through a school connection, but I’ve seen it since the start and I know how hard they’ve worked, how smart they worked and I know they’ve run it really well. Paul’s a really personable guy and he gets the job done in a really good way.

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PEARL: You’re performing alongside Hoodoo Gurus, Troy Casser-Daley and Tim Finn. It’s quite an iconic Aussie bill; do you know the other artists well?

REYNE: Yeah, I’m doing a run of shows with the Gurus now. I know Tim and, actually, we’re doing some stuff with Tim and Elvis Costello in New Zealand, coming up. The thing about Australia is that it’s small enough, and if you hang around long enough you pretty much get to know most people and

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play on a bill with them at some stage. You just run into people at all these events.

PEARL: Your’e doing the Elvis Costello shows as part of A Day On The Green.

You’ve done a fair few of them and other festivals over your career? What is it about these festivals that draws you back?

REYNE: I love them. They’re great for the crowd, but also for bands and artists. You get to come off stage, sit out the back and catch up with people, with a glass of wine… in a vineyard. It’s a nice atmosphere, Summer in a vineyard. I mean it’s a pretty nice environment to go to work.

Between The Bays Music Festival will take place at twilight on Saturday February 23 at a 35 acre rural property at the end of Rickards rd, Moorooduc. Make sure you head down for the music, but also with mind to contributing to the Wugubank Project and all the great work being done between the two schools. Tickets are on sale now through ticketmaster, with prices ranging from $10 for children’s tickets (512yrs) to $59.50 for adults. Gates open at 4pm. For further information, head to www. betweenthebays.com.

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A word from the editor...

I remember years ago when I first started playing music in pubs and cafes around the area. It was about 2002, and the first gigs I did were generously given to me by the then owner of Beaches - John Crossin - as a leg up after I’d played the Wednesday Muso Night for a while. As the need for promoting my gigs grew, I remember thinking, “there really is no proper gig guide out there to list my one gig,” and feeling like a small fish in a big pond, in comparison to those magazines and listings in the city. I lamented the lack of a voice for the area and for the great wealth of talent I’d met along the way. I kept thinking, “there must be a way to let everyone know how much amazing stuff is right here on our doorstep.” For a long while that quiet discontent stayed in the back of my mind.

When I was approached to be part of PEARL, I immediately remembered those early times and dived at the opportunity to, as we put it, “Join The Revolution”. I wanted to continue on from my work running showcases and open mic nights and help the wider community be ‘in the know’. What I didn’t expect, though, was the reaction PEARL got in those first few months.

It wasn’t just the music community, but the visual and performing arts lovers in the community that breathed a sigh of relief as their voice was finally heard.

To date, PEARL has interviewed some of the biggest acts in Australian (and sometimes international) music, featured some thoroughly brilliant artists, poets, actors, dance groups and eccentric personalities, spoken with some of the area’s most well respected and successful surfers, skaters, jetskiers, FMX riders, stand-up paddle boarders and adrenalin sporting stars, delved into beer, food and pub culture, heard all about some great young initiatives, establishing our very own Youth section & given away a stack of FREE Cd’s, tickets & exclusive prizes to those who have liked what they’ve read enough to click ‘like’ on Facebook.

PEARL has become a real and important part of the fabric of the Peninsula, helping to spread the word, support those at grass roots level as well as larger performers, venues and festivals and most importantly let everyone know just how diverse, vibrant, exciting and unique the Mornington Peninsula and Bayside area is! What’s more, it’s only the first 12 months!

I want to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has been involved in PEARL from the start, from the writers & contributors who’ve donated their time and those putting things together, right down to every single person who’s picked a mag up or read one online.

We have some really exciting things planned for 2013, so watch this space. Hope all our readers have a Merry Xmas and a great New Years at one of our awesome venues. See you in 2013!

SIMON IMREI (Editor, PEARL Magazine)

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Pucifer, playing Melbourne on the same night early next year, challenge the concept of what a band can be. It is the creative subconscious of Maynard James Keenan, well known from the progressive, hard rock powerhouse bands, Tool and A Perfect Circle.

There have been multiple contributors on the band’s latest album, Conditions of My Parole, forming a diverse collection of originals, as well as a cover of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody.

A Pucifier live show leads their audience through laughter, tears and reflective enlightenment, all in one night’s performance. It’s a musically driven evening that merges technology, quirky characters and comedy in what can best be described as “an anarchist dinner theatre”. Certainly, with a mind like Keenan behind it, the live show will be nothing short of visually and musically encapsulating.

Both shows are brought to you by Soundwave Touring, set to be massive and a fitting way to end summer with a bang!

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And lovers of alternative…

Modern metal band Bring Me the Horizon and alternative, extremely experimental band Pucifier are both set to hit Melbourne this February for what promises to be two crazy shows.

It’s not often that scene kids, screamo fans and metal-heads can agree on a band, but after their explosive rise in popularity, Bring Me the Horizon have cemented themselves as the dominant force in the scene. Their third studio album, There Is A Hell Believe Me I’ve Seen It, debuted at number one on the Australian music charts, with their new album, Sempiternal, set to do the same upon its release in early 2013. The good news?

Fans can expect to hear some new music at their live shows.

Diverse influences from ambient music, electronic music and pop can be heard on Sempiternal, which has been written and produced throughout 2012.

Ever wondered where the name ‘Bring Me The Horizon’ came from? The name, according to lead singer Oliver Skyes comes from the movie Pirates Of The Caribbean.

“Right at the end of the film - it might even be the very last line - Johnny Depp says, “Bring me that horizon.” That was really inspiring,” says Skyes.

Back in 2003 when the movie was released Skyes was still living at home with his parents in Sheffield, England, where he and the rest of the band would dream of touring and traveling around the rest of England and the world. Little did they know then that this dream would come true!

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As far as electronic music duos go, Sydney born Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes have ticked quite a few boxes on their success bucket list. As PNAU they’ve enjoyed ARIA-winning success, widespread radio airplay for singles like Wild Strawberries, Embrace and Baby, been part of the critically acclaimed Empire Of The Sun project with Luke Steele (of The Sleepy Jacksons) and recorded an album of pieced together material from Elton John’s back catalogue that has impressed even the staunchest of Elton fans. While in the studio working on the forthcoming Empire Of The Sun album, PEARL spoke with Mayes about the band and this year’s Pyramid Rock Festival set.

PEARL: You teamed up Nick Littlemore at the end of your school years, and began performing together in the 90s. Tell us about your first recording effort, Fractured Geometric Spaces Made Of Light?

MAYES: Well it wasn’t that good! (laughs). It was just something we mainly did in my parent’s office. We moved to other studios to finish it, but it was basically a bunch of kids learning how to make a record. It wasn’t until Sambanova that we put a proper album out.

PEARL: That album, Sambanova, was humbly recorded in a bedroom studio but ended up going on to receive great success - ARIA award winning success, at that. What’s it like for you guys to create something in such a small intimate setting and have it go on to reach thousands of people and gain commercial success?

MAYES: . When I think about it, it is a little strange to think that record was largely done in a small home studio, but I think most electronic music records are created that way anyway.

Especially now with technology the way it is, you can do so much on a laptop. You don’t really need to be in million dollar studios now, even pop records are created in strange back rooms and small environments.

PEARL: As you’ve gone along, you’re sound has changed from record to record. Do you keep up with the trends in music or do you try and find obscure untapped records to listen to?

MAYES: The funny thing is that we don’t really listen to much electronic or dance music. I don’t pay much attention to what’s happening in the clubs, cause if you’re into something that’s been out for a couple of months then you’ve already

INTERVIEW work with. It was an incredible experience and with its debut at #1 in the UK, it’s great for us as we haven’t really been able

missed it. We both try and make stuff that’s a bit more timeless and hopefully classic.

PEARL: Following the self-titled album in 2007, the Empire Of The Sun project came to fruition in collaboration with Luke Steele. How has that band changed your approach to music making?

MAYES: Well, with each record you learn and I think if you listen to PNAU albums chronologically, you can see our development as writers and making the Empire Of The Sun album is an extension of that. I mean, it’s an amazing privilege mostly cause we get to work with Luke. That’s why we did the first one and that’s why we’re doing this one. It’s all about him and his vocal, and it’s an incredible instrument to have at our disposal.

PEARL: This year you released PNAU Vs Elton John – Good Morning To The Night, an album of reworked material from Elton’s back catalogue, and have gone on since to perform onstage with him in Ibiza and recently in Sydney. What’s it like to record and perform with such an artist, and get to know him intimately, going through his music catalogue?

MAYES: It’s amazing. And it was amazing. He’s a music legend, so of course it is. We’re not really traditional musicians, as well, so we’re a little out of our depth there, but we’re so glad we could do the album and that he chose us to

to break through in the UK yet.

PEARL: You’re playing Pyramid Rock Festival this New Years Eve? It should be a welcome change from the studio?

MAYES: Totally. We did quite a few Australian PNAU shows last year, but we haven’t really done a lot this year so I’m really looking forward to getting out of the studio and on stage.

Getting up there, seeing the reaction and really connecting with an audience; when it works you just can’t replicate that feeling.

PEARL: What can fans expect from the live show at Pyramid?

MAYES: We’re going to present it more a live band kind of show, so it’s going to be fun. You know, that’s the way music is supposed to be played. There’ll be five of us onstage this time, all of us playing instruments and I’m looking forward to people seeing it.

PNAU perform at Pyramid Rock Festival this New Years from December 29-January 1, alongside Karnivool, Children Collide, 360, Kate Miller-Heidke, Xavier Rudd, Pez, Mat McHugh and more! For full details, head to www.thepyramidrockfestival.com SIMON IMREI

BRING IN 2013 AT THE NEW PORTSEA HOTEL!

For those who know… we hardly need to say. The Portsea Hotel is the only place to bring in the New Year by the bay. The difference is this year is they have a jam-packed evening for all those heading down the coast. Early on, Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows will be setting the scene beneath the final setting sun for 2012 in the garden. Arrive early for this set and your chance to win $1,000 in cash! Then find your place on the dance floor till the magic hour with DJ’s Mic Newman and James Ware as they throw down all your ol’ skool party classics.

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RED HOT CHOCOLATE

The Red Hot Summer Tour will see some of Australian rock’s most impressive musicians come together for a collection of regional shows around the country between January and March next year. In what’s being already dubbed one of 2013’s must-see concert series, the tour lineup will be headed up by Jimmy Barnes with Dragon, Ian Moss and the Baby Animals also on board along the way. Perhaps the most anticipated act to appear on the Red Hot Summer Tour bill, though, will be one of the great Aussie bands of the 90s, Chocolate Starfish, who have recently reformed after 13 years in limbo. PEARL briefly caught up with eccentric front man Adam Thompson, in the lead up to the tour which kicks of in Tumut, NSW, on January 5.

The Chocolate Starfish gained a reputation as an influential force in the largely competitive live music scene of the 90s, known for their high-energy performances and showmanship wherever they gigged. Following their commercial success with the smash hits Mountain, Four Letter Word and their cover of the Carly Simon classic, You’re So Vain, the band took a break – or as they call it in rock and roll, went on ‘hiatus’ – for what turned into more than 10 years. According to Thompson, it was the “turbulent lifestyle” that led to the band’s temporary parting of ways. “Like being a teenager, there comes a time when one needs to leave the family to find themselves,” he says. “It was never really that we broke up officially, though.

More that we just took a break from touring every week! (laughs)” A founding member of the band, alongside John Nixon on Bass, Darren Danielson on Drums, Normal Falvo on Keyboards and Zoran Romich on Guitar, Thompson explains it was Romish’s tragic death earlier this year that was the final push to get the band back onstage.

Having announced in 2011 that the ‘Starfish’ would reform to work on material in the studio, Thompson and Romish had worked on a collection of tracks in the months since. Now, with new guitarist Tim Henwood (formerly of The Rogue Traders, The Androids and James Reyne Band), the plans to maintain the Romish’s influence and legacy are coming to fruition. “Tim’s tone is remarkably similar,” says Thompson. “It’s been a great way to honour Zoran’s vision for the new material.”

The band’s initial success was built upon their live performance experience, now commonly referred to by many fans as ‘an experience in itself’. Having performed mostly headline shows, the Australian festival scene hasn’t seen the brand of showmanship and theatrics brought on by the Starfish, with rural venues on the Red Hot Summer Tour set to be exposed for the first time to the band’s unique performance. “The Starfish were always at a level where we could do our own shows, and people always just seemed to respond to the sets,” says Thompson. “A live show has got to have moments of brilliance, and I’ve always tried to inject a bit into the delivery; take people on a musical rollercoaster they wont forget!”

The new album is set to be on sale by the time the tour kicks off, with old fans set to not be disappointed. Thompson promises the record, “will be as diverse and intriguing” as their previous work. “It’ll definitely be edgy, and cover a lot of ground musically, for sure.”

Hear the material first hand at The Red Hot Summer Tour, coming to Morningstar Estate on January 20, 2013, with tickets on sale now through ticketmaster. For more information on all the dates and artists, head to www.redhotsummertour.com.au JILLIAN LAMPKIN

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ONE HELLUVA ACAPELLA GROUP Glancing at this year’s festival “fashion” and witnessing the ever-rising hemline of denim cut-offs, you could be forgiven for believing that all notions of class and style have well and truly gone out the window. Take a look at the synched waistlines, immaculate hair and polished heels cladding the four young ladies that make up The Nymphs however, and you’ll see that not only are these girls a picture of style, but also pack a serious punch of modern girl sass.

The Nymphs joined forces back in 2005, warbling behind Melbourne band The Melodics at their debut gig. Consisting of Kel Day, Rebekah Chapman, Jane Hendry and Clare Hendry, The Nymphs carry a unique sound that ranges from barbershop a capella with a 40’s jazz flare, to modern alternative folk/pop. Writing and performing together for eight years, Jane Hendry muses that the combination of time and experience in performing with a plethora of musicians during the RocKwiz tours and beyond has forced the group to flourish in more than one way.

“We have really gelled together – when we perform we move together, we breathe together…musically speaking our songwriting has matured and our capacity to collaborate during the songwriting process has grown. On the performance side of things we’ve really found our feet on the stage – we love putting on a good show and entertaining a crowd.”

Indeed, The Nymphs are sure to please crowds based on appearances alone,

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coordinating their hair, make-up, dresses and shoes in 40’s flare with a modern twist.

Such vibrancy and vintage influence carries through into the music of The Nymphs seamlessly, yet Hendry assures that these aesthetics extend beyond a mere tip of the hat to the fashions and tunes of times gone.

“The music of that era, in particular that of amazing vocal groups such as The Mills Brothers, The Ink Spots, The Boswell Sisters and The Andrews Sisters, is something that for us, puts the ‘oo’ in croon! The arrangements were so good, and the vocal performances outstanding. We have picked some of our favourite tunes from that era and slotted them into our set to share them with audiences again today.

In terms of original material, The Nymphs like to get a bit cheeky in writing music that both compliments and contrasts with the feminine style of their get-up.

“I would say that our visual aesthetic shapes our writing, however in a range of ways.

For some songs we have definitely ‘written in the style of’ the songs of yesteryear, but for others the influence is less obvious.

Sometimes the visual aesthetic is at odds with the song, which is a juxtaposition we quite like to explore too!”

This juxtaposition is craftily explored in the description of The Nymphs as being akin to “The Andrews Sisters backing Nick Cave at the Tote.” Indeed, there seems to be a distinct ‘Melbourne grit’ or edginess to the girls’ music, modernizing their act from a barbershop quartet to an attention grabbing

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“The edginess is a deliberate choice and I think a product of our personalities… we are modern women reinterpreting a vintage sound and look, we are bringing something else – there are more layers, there’s more depth to us. We’re not simply trying to recreate the 40s – we’re trying to create something new, using what we know and love as a starting point.

In terms of drawing inspiration from Melbourne specifically, Hendry explains that The Nymphs love to put an element of the city’s live music scene into each of their shows.

“We love playing at venues like the Old Bar, the Northcote Social Club and The Retreat. It sort of seems counter-intuitive, but we work really well in the old rock-n-roll pubs and

venues.”

Saturday, December 22 will see one of Frankston’s most eclectic venues Bartiste play host to The Nymphs, introducing the ladies with a theatrical performance from the barbershop by the Bartiste Collective Theatrical Group. The venue has recently undergone some changes with new owner Carlo Reo-Dero stepping in. Building upon the diverse catalogue of acts already in place, Reo-Dero hopes to pack the venue’s calendar with art exhibitions, burlesque nights, live funk, soul, blues, reggae music and much more on their new expanded stage.

Check out The Nymphs, along with a diverse range of other acts at Bartiste on December 22. For enquiries, phone 9783 8883.

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XMAS EVE… EVE, WITH SONIC EXPEDITION THE PENINSULA’S SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL

Live music? Tick. Great local food and wine? Tick. Picturesque venues dotted across the Peninsula? Tick. In short, ‘The Peninsula Summer Music Festival’ ticks all the boxes in what is set to be a fantastic week, with an eclectic line-up of music to appeal to everyone.

It all begins on December 29 with Cantatas by Candlelight in Mt Eliza, an all Bach program featuring the vocals of tenor Paul Bentley and bass-baritone Nicholas Dinopoulos. The next day the festival heads over to Flinders, where Acacia Quartet will perform the music of composer Elena Kats-Chernin, whose music is renowned for its diversity, bringing together elements of cabaret, tango, klezmer and Bach.

Enjoy the last day of 2012 sipping champagne, eating canapés’ and listening to the sounds of Acia Quartet in Fingal before starting off the New Year with a champagne brunch at Willow Creek Vineyard followed by a performance of romantic ballads, whirling traditional dance tunes and foot-tapping jazzy songs by Klezmania. For families celebrating New Years Day, the Carnival of Animals is a perfect afternoon of entertainment; a classical music performance with audiences taken on a journey to hear lions roaring, kangaroos jumping, roosters crowing, fish swimming, birds flying, swans gliding, donkeys braying, cuckoos calling and elephants lumbering.

Port Phillip Estate will be hosting an ‘after-hours’ series, which will showcase purely jazz and world music, and many more great acts including pianists, soprano’s, jazz recitals, Argentinean music and classical violinists. All the events are hosted, with ticket price usually including beverages and either canapé’s or three course meals. Be a part of a fantastic week over the New Years’ period, celebrating fine food, wine and great music from all around the world on the Mornington Peninsula.

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Gods Kitchen is all prepared for a huge summer of entertainment and festivities, all kicking off with a special ‘live’ edition of Sonic Expedition that will put wind in your sail for all your Xmas celebrations.

Christmas Eve Eve (Sunday December 23) sees Gods welcome Citrus Jam, who will unleash ‘Shredtacular’ on all assembled. It’s a fresh live show of orchestrated chaos involving epic acoustic metal with ultimate pirate shred! Not alone on this voyage, he’ll be joined by Burning Beard the Low Shredder on guitar, and supported by Sonic Expedition resident DJs T-Dub and Mick D, playing all things groove, soul and funk.

Head to Gods Kitchen, 53 Barkly Street in Mornington, on Sunday December 23 to catch Citrus Jam at Sonic Expedition! For more info on the night and others over summer, check out www.sonicexpedition.blogspot.com or find God’s Kitchen on Facebook.

BRING IN 2013 WITH A BIT OF ‘80S’ Following the success of last years New Years Eve, the Chelsea Heights Hotel proudly presents The Absolutely 80s Show! In the wake of the Countdown Spectacular, the Absolutely 80s Show is an epic extravaganza featuring some of the best Aussie 80s pop icons, giving you no shortage of fun and flashbacks. The night will include Brian Mannix (Uncanny Xmen), Scott Carne (Kids In The Kitchen) and Sean Kelly (The Models), along with a 4-piece band set to be a high energy, pop hook laden bookend to your 2012.

Take a trip back to the 80s at The Chelsea Heights Hotel, located on the corner of Springvale Rd & Wells Rd in Chelsea Height. Tickets for NYE are $45 (available thru www.ticketmaster.com.au for presale) and $50 (on the door). Doors open at 8pm. For further info, phone 9773 4453 or head to www.chelseaheightshotel.com.au

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The festival season is upon us, with the Red Hill, Tamworth and Whittlesea festivals all taking place over the coming months. There’ll be cavalcades, awards nights and big concerts on football fields – all the usual signifiers of a music scene that tends to remain stuck in the 1970s (or perhaps the 50s).

I can’t tell you how frustrating it is, as a lover of what I consider to be ‘real’ country music, to witness the coverage that Tamworth in particular attracts thanks to the occasional live cross on ‘Sunrise’ or ‘Today’ (or ‘after the weather’ on the nightly news). Any viewer could be forgiven for leaving country music to the old guys in big hats and young blonde starlets – that’s largely the audience courted by Australian mainstream country and perpetuated by the media.

Luckily, the world is getting smaller, and the American alt-country artists that have for some time now provided a rootsy alternative to the ‘Nashville-sound’ are finding their way to our shores on a regular basis. This year saw visits from Ryan Adams, Steve Earle, Lucinda Williams and Eilen Jewell, and 2013 tours have already been announced for by the likes of Elizabeth Cook, Wilco and Robert Plant (the former Led Zeppelin frontman, now reinvented as an Americana innovator). I’m sure Australian audiences will turn out in droves for these acts (particularly down here in Melbourne) and with any luck, their success will trickle through to the Australian artists following that same, far-from-the-mainstream muse.

Over the past year (well, almost a year) that’s been one of my goals as a Pearl writer – to bring my colleagues and contemporaries at the left-field end of country music to your attention. Folks like Jordie Lane, The Weeping Willows, The Quarry Mountain Dead Rats and New Settlement Road have been covered on these pages, mainly due to their connections to our local community. But really they’re just the tip of the ice-berg.

As a regular columnist, it’s hard to avoid the temptation to compile an annual ‘best of’ compilation, highlighting the finest music released in my genre over the past twelve months. I’ve decided not to do this –

not because it’s predictable, nor because I myself released a record this year (that I’m quite fond of) – but rather because the folks over at www.unpaved.com.au have done such an excellent job of compiling a definitive list of the Australian artists that you should seek out and listen to. A few weeks ago they launched their annual readers poll, and whilst you needn’t take much notice of the votes (it turned into a bit of a popularity contest) I highly recommend you note the names and the records in all categories.

Enjoy the summer folks. And if you’re looking for a new year’s resolution, make it to learn the banjo or upright bass. I can almost certainly promise you a job in my band. with LACHLAN BRYAN Lachlan Bryan is primarily a singer/songwriter, with his debut album Shadow Of The Gun out now through Core/Sony. He also moonlights as a gifted observer and music journalist, writing monthly for PEARL Magazine on all things folk/country/bluegrass. If you’ve got a new release, upcoming show get in touch with Lachlan at countryfolk@ pearlmag.com.au

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PEARL MAG AT MORNINGTON’S AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATION This Australia Day there will be entertainment and activities taking place all over the Peninsula, from Mount Eliza all the way down to Sorrento. On offer will be free BBQs and breakfasts, markets, fun runs and face painting; something for everyone to take part in on the day we celebrate our country.

For Mount Eliza residents, the community centre will host activities from 9.30am starting with a free sausage sizzle, followed by the day’s opening ceremony. On the foreshore in Hastings, you can also find some breakfast – a free one at that – as well as skating, a community market and a free teddy bear’s picnic for the kids until 1pm. If you’d like to head to The Western Port Historical Society’s open day, that’s just up the road on Marine Parade, to run until 3pm.

Those down on the Southern Peninsula wont miss out on festivities, with sausage sizzles and community breakfasts at most locations, as well as a stack of kids entertainment including Clown Magic Balloon tying, Jumping Castles, cup cake decorating, animal farms, face painting and more! For footy fanatics, there will be a handball competition held as well as a netball goal competition at Dromana, with Rosebud even playing host to 2 fun runs – one 5.3km and one 10km – for the fitness folk!

Live music will be present at all locations including

contemporary rock and jazz outfit, Middle Of The Road, at Rosebud, The Vincents, Calmer Miles and Legend at Rye and other great local acts at Mount Eliza and Sorrento. The highlight of the day, though, is set to be the celebrations in Mornington with Katsuma from Moshi Monsters and the Hillview Quarries Street Parade, along with rides and family entertainment, set to please the kids while people sit back and enjoy the feast of local talent on the PEARL Magazine ‘Live & Local’ Stage! With over 7 hours of live music planned, the day will feature the foot stomping bluegrass of the Quarry

Mountain Dead Rats, currently on tour promoting their album Bloodhound Killed My Squeezebox, as well as 20yr old Alana Deutrom, a singer/songwriter and guitarist set to bring the glossy, modern pop and raw acoustic hooks to the stage in support of her EP, Zero Gravity. Also performing on the day will be local funky rock act Blackwater Riff and our own editor Simon Imrei, who’ll be playing songs off his debut album Branching Inward, a blues/soul/funky collection currently available for pre-order and due for release in early 2013.

As the night sets in, the ‘Absolutely Aussie’ show will take the stage, featuring 80s rock icons Brian Mannix (from Uncanny Xmen), Dale Ryder (from Boom Crash Opera) and Scott Carne (from Kids In The Kitchen). These three performers, along with an all-star band, will be bringing back their hits and performing Aussie crowd favourites to fans as the sun sets before the fireworks display takes place down at Schnapper Point, after 9pm.

Make sure you enjoy your Australia Day at whichever location you choose on the Peninsula, but in a moment of shameless self-promotion we’d suggest spending the afternoon at the PEARL Magazine stage, at Mornington’s Australia Day Celebrations. For more information on all the activities and locations, phone the Shire on 1300 850 600 or visit www.mornpen.vic.gov.au

THE NEW FACE OF PORTSEA HOTEL Locals and holidaymakers, young and old, feast upon locally sought produce and deliciously prepared summer meals. The Peninsula’s finest beer flows from the tap and some of the country’s finest take to the stage, providing a live music soundtrack to all those in the relaxed courtyard. This will be summer at one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most iconic venues, The Portsea Hotel; fresh with some new faces and some exciting plans.

Recently under new management, new owners ‘Colonial Leisure Group’ are no stranger to transforming venues into cultural and entertainment hotspots. A family run enterprise, the group already manages hotels and restaurants around Australia, including The Botanical in South Yarra, Lamaros of South Melbourne and Brighton’s Half Moon. The plan, with the Portsea, is not to rush in with thousands of changes though, but more to restore the venue to

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the Portsea of old, renowned for great food, locally sourced and supported, a carefully selected array of wine and ales, great customer service and awesome live music appealing to partygoers and music aficionados alike.

Making the most out of the Peninsula’s fine produce, head chef Lindsay Jamison (ex Hellenic Republic and Skinny Dog) has been culminating some culinary masterpieces in the kitchen utilising local Red Hill Olives and Olive Oils, Sunny Ridge Farm strawberries, mussels from Mt Martha and herbs sourced from Cape Schanck. The company also own their very own farm in Cape Schanck, two years into an accreditation for organic farming.

Offering Mornington Peninsula ales and Red Hill brews alongside their menu is already proving a sure-fire way to quench the driest of thirsts this summer, with the hotel’s speciality to be their very own Colonial Beer, available on

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tap. Colonial Growlers will be on sale, but also available to takeaway, giving beer-fanciers the ability to enjoy brewery fresh beer in the comfort of their own backyard. In addition the Colonial Leisure Group, known for their impressive wine credentials, have ensured Peninsula wines make up more than half of their wine list, making it the perfect place to get to know wines from around the area.

Undeniably the most impressive aspect of their summer plans is the dynamite lineup of first-class Australian acts, set to put Portsea back on the map for unique and universally appealing live music.

Almost requiring a double take when you look at their gig guide, the entertainment calendar features names like Renee Geyer, Dan Kelly, Tex Perkins, John Stevens, Diesel, Daryl Braithwaite and Clare Bowditch, all set to perform on a purpose built stage right in the sunny courtyard, against the backdrop of Port Phillip Bay. That’s

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just some of the big names set to assist you as you while away an afternoon on the lawn or enjoy Saturday night drinks amongst friends. Stay tuned, also, as the venue is set to include local acts and artists over the coming months.

In the words of General Manager, Trent Smith, “We want to see the Portsea Hotel become a year round destination, not only for its location and picturesque surrounds, but its premium offering of food, beverage, service and entertainment.” If the summer line up is anything to go by,

those plans will very shortly come to fruition.

Come and discover the Southern Peninsula again and the venue which promises to be the central hub for everything intrinsic to the sunny season this summer. While you’re there, meet the new faces behind the exciting plans! Portsea Hotel is located at 3746 Point Nepean Rd, Portsea. For all info, visit www.portseahotel.com.au or phone 5984 2213.

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Saturday 26th January 2013 on Mornington Peninsula MOUNT ELIZA

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Mount Eliza Community Bank, Bendigo Bank FREE Community Sausage Sizzle

Community Centre

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Sorrento-Portsea RSL Welcome, Flag Raising, Bands, FREE Community BBQ

Hurley Street 03 5984 2886

From 10.30am

Opening Ceremony

Community Centre

9:35am

Flag raising – address by Australia Day Ambassador

Community Centre

9:35am – 10am

Local performers & activities

Community Centre

10am – 1pm

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10km Fun Run from Safety Beach 5.3km Run/Walk from Dromana Information Centre (new starting point) - all finishing at the Village Green in Rosebud. Register at www.registernow.com.au

Safety Beach to Village Green

8.30am – 9am Start time

Free family Activities & Entertainment (face painting, rides, games, mini golf, animal farm, magicians & lots more)

Village Green

9am – 1pm

Rye & Dromana Community Bank Bendigo Bank, FREE Community Breakfast

Village Green

9am – 10am

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Pearl Magazine Stage ‘Live & Local’

Mornington Park

12pm – 5pm

FREE family activities and entertainment (Amusement rides, face painting, mini golf, roving entertainment and free children’s activities)

Mornington Park

12pm – 9pm

Katsuma from Moshi Monsters live on stage proudly presented by Showtime Attractions

Mornington Park

1pm & 3.30pm

Flag raising – address by Australia Day Ambassador & Fun Run Prizes

Village Green

10am – 10:30am

Hillview Quarries Street Parade including special appearance by Alex from Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted!

Main St Mornington

5pm – 6.15pm

Music – will include (Middle of the Road, Contemporary, Rock & Jazz)

Village Green

9am – 1pm

Flag raising - address by Australia Day Ambassador

Mornington Park

6.15pm – 6.45pm

Citizenship Ceremony

Rosebud Memorial Hall

2:30pm

‘Pearl Magazine Stage’ Absolutely Aussie Featuring Uncanny Xmen’s Brian Mannix, Boom Crash Opera’s Dale Ryder & Kids In The Kitchen’s Scott Carne

Mornington Park

7pm – 9.15pm

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‘The Peninsula Weekly’ Fireworks Display

Schnapper Point

9pm – 9.30pm (subject to weather)

FREE Bus Service provided by Mornington Racing Club & the Mornington Liquor Accord

Buses commencing at Mornington Park

9.15pm – 1am

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FREE Community Breakfast

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8.30am – 10am

Flag raising - address by Australia Day Ambassador

Foreshore

9:30am

FREE Community Market

Foreshore

10am – 1pm

FREE Teddy Bear’s Picnic

Foreshore

10.30am –1pm

Special Skate Event

Foreshore

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Western Port Historical Society Open Day

Marine Parade

11.30 – 3pm

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FREE Rye & Dromana Community Bank Bendigo Bank, Community Breakfast

Dromana Foreshore by the Pier

8am – 10am

Live Music & Bands

Dromana Foreshore by the Pier

8.30am – 1.30pm

Flag raising - address by Australia Day Ambassador

Dromana Foreshore by the Pier

10.30am – 11am

FREE Children’s Activities Clown Magic Balloon Tying, Jumping Castle, Cup Cake Decorating, giveaways for Handball comp, Netball goal comp

Dromana Foreshore by the Pier

9am – 1pm

Community Awards – connect with local community groups

Dromana Foreshore by the Pier

9am – 1pm

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Afternoon Entertainment includes ‘The Vincents’ ‘Calmer Miles Duo’, ‘Legend’, ‘The Mushroom Show’ for Kids, and ‘Kikki the Clown’ for Kids. Headline entertainment ‘Rock Around the World’

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‘The Peninsula Weekly’ Fireworks

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Balnarring Races www.balnarringraces.com

Coolart Road Balnarring

Mornington Rotary Art Exhibition 18th-27th January 2013 Details Elizabeth 0410 597 424

The Studio@Peninsula Various times Community Theatre 91 Wilsons Road, Mornington

Mornington Historical Society Exhibition Museum – 5976 3203

789 Esplanade Mornington

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Mount Martha Life Saving Club

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Mount Martha Flag Raising 03 5986 2261

Mount Martha Village

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Australia Day Luncheon Bookings: 03 5985 2277

Rye Hotel

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Australia Day Festival Regatta 03 5986 1361 or Steve: 0418 350 162

McCrae Yacht Club

10am

INFORMATION For information on all Shire activities 1300 850 600 or www.mornpen.vic.gov Note – Program accurate at time of printing.

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A DAY ON THE GREEN

November 24, 2012 @ Rochford Wines An Australian rock legend feast was on offer at Rochford on the November 24. For old rockers like me, this was a chance to see old school rock n roll and bring back a few memories of the days when pubs really supported live music. Almost a sell-out, the display was to be savoured mostly by the more experienced (not old) punters, many of whom had followed these bands in their heyday. Talking with random fans, everyone had their favourite but the common ground was how well this lineup suited so many people and I would wager that there was a time that all these acts had songs in the charts at the same time. Backstage, wine and water were the chosen drinks, a far cry from the old day’s drink rider of a few beers in a bucket and a pie after soundcheck.

The caterers served roasted veggies, tofu, fish curry and the bands used cutlery.

BOOM CRASH OPERA Kicking off the smorgasbord of rock was Boom Crash Opera and they set the tone for the day, working their way through their classic tunes. Dale Ryder is losing nothing and only improving with age, much like the wine that was being consumed in large quantities by the swelling crowd.

It was already evident that many people had commenced proceedings well before they arrived. The hangovers being created would cause a few regrets the next day, I am sure.

Songs included Onion Skin, The Best Thing and Dancing In The Storm. A slick performance. Tight, and best of all.. Loud!

JAMES REYNE Ripping through the Australian Crawl songs and his solo tunes, James is a pro onstage. Years of experience have left him in control of the crowd, knowing how to construct a set list for maximum impact, and he has surrounded himself with a killer band. James’ vocals still seem to be improving and he may be spending a bit of time at the gym. First comment from the girls down the front when James walked on stage was ‘Oh my god, look at his muscles.’ Not sure, but i’m sure i’ve seen him more than 30 times, and I don’t think i’ve ever seen a bad gig. Mr Reliable! Classic tunes from my youth that I never tire of.

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THE ANGELS WITH DAVE GLEESON Being a massive fan of The Angels for years, this was the band I had come to see. Not that I dislike any of the bands on the bill, in fact, I would go and see any of them whenever they played. This is the fourth time I have seen The Angels with this lineup and they are going from strength to strength.

Perhaps they are getting to know each more now, having been together for a while and doing tours and recording an album.

They were tight, the interaction between the guys is subtle and effective and Dave Gleeson now just seems to really fit.

This set included more classic songs than stuff from the new album, which I think was what people wanted to hear at this sort of gig.

The crowd reaction was probably the best of the day, the security guys at the front had a bit of trouble trying to keep people in front of their seats and stop them lurching forward.

It seemed like they almost gave up trying during Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again’. Hearing this crowd responding to the chorus was awesome. Dave is complete bundle of energy on stage and brings new life to this band. His enthusiasm is contagious and rubs off onto the other guys and even the very reserved Mr Damage (Rick Brewster) had more than one quirky smile on his face during the set. The guys obviously loved the gig and the nervous energy they had backstage prior helped them put on a show that really did blow the crowd away. I was fortunate to be backstage before, during and after the show and hang around with the band, which gave me a real insight into their preparation. I was even up on stage to get some photos during their set.

Being up on stage whilst one of my all-time favourite bands were playing was massive, a real thrill. I spoke with more random punters afterwards and the feedback was all positive and even the fans wearing 20yr old tour t-shirts couldn’t speak highly enough of what they just seen and heard.

BABY ANIMALS Must be hard to follow the Angels after such a good set, but Suze DeMarchi walked out and grabbed the crowd by the throat, and delivered a set that displayed her vocal talents, as well as the talent of this band. I haven’t seen the Baby Animals for a while and Suze’s vocals just tore through me. Such

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power. Mick Skelton is an awesome drummer, having played with many of Australia’s finest over the years. Mick is such a good fit for this band, fast, powerful and some awesome fills. Mick and Dario (Bass) held court showing what a rhythm section should do in a quality band. Dave Leslie carved up the guitar parts and like many of the performers today, revelled in the big, responsive crowd. This was a very impressive performance. Great to see the Baby Animals back live and I hope to see more of them soon.

THE HOODOO GURUS Hit after hit after hit! When you see a band like this live, and you know most of the words to all of the songs, you realise how much they have contributed to Australian music. I guess

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you do not get voted into the ARIA Hall of Fame without dishing out a lot of quality work over a long time. ‘What’s my scene’; ‘Like WOW! Wipeout’; ‘Miss Freelove’; ‘Bittersweet’; ‘Come Anytime’ and a couple of newer tracks all got a run today and were performed faultlessly. Headlining a gig with the talent on offer is testament to the Guru’s standing in the Australian Music scene.

A massive day, one of the highlights of my musical and photographic journey. A huge thank you to The Angels for the access to this gig and allowing me into the inner sanctum.

An awesome experience.

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Howdy folks, your editor here. Whilst Pat Elliget is taking a little summer break, putting the final touches on the first Blues At The Briars Festival in February 2013, I thought I’d step in tell you about a local Peninsula media personality, flying the flag for the blues week in week out. If you’ve listened to ‘your local community radio’, 98.7 RPP FM, on a Thursday evening after 10pm before, you’d well know the blues music presented on The Blues Shack, by one of the station’s inaugural presenters Ray Reid.

Reid, who started playing music at 16, has enjoyed over 40yrs on stage, playing everything from reggae to country and blues. He’s currently a member of VM - A Van Morrsion Tribute, as well as the Shadows Tribute ‘Harry’s Webb’, private function outfit Coolroom and resident Somers Yacht Club band, The Jets, but also has a background in theatre.

Reid joined RPP FM at its inception, occupying a place on the airwaves until 1989, when family commitments forced him to take an extended break. It wasn’t until around 12 months ago that he began doing the odd fill-in slot, eventually establishing The Blues Shack, and returning to a full-time weekly slot. A member of the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society, the objective of the show from the start was to support the Australian blues music scene as much as possible, offering personal and program involvement in events, providing interviews with local and premier artists and, when possible, inviting artists into the station for on-air performance.

It’s not a casual adage, as unlike other blues programs Reid doesn’t play overseas artists unless there’s a special reason or tribute to be paid to a noteworthy international bluesman.

In the initial stages of the forthcoming Blues At The Briars Festival’s planning, Reid contacted organisers and established RPP as the official radio station for the event, with a live broadcast and a feed straight from the stage to be broadcast on the airwaves. Going one step further, Reid and RPP have organized for most of the artists performing at the event to perform live-to-air sets on his program over the coming weeks, leading up to the festival. Given the world-class quality of the acts, it’s a real coup for The Blues Shack and RPP, with each artist donating their time, free of charge, in support of the festival.

Already having had Blues Mountain, Jimi Hocking and Marisa Quigley in studio, the forthcoming weeks will include Melbourne outfit Dukesy & The Hazzards (Dec 13), Blues Deluxe (Dec 20), Alex Burns (Dec 27), Rob Papp (Jan 3), Lloyd Spiegel (Jan 10) and Kevin Buckingham (Jan 17). The final couple of weeks will be firstly a recap of past performances on January 24, before a very special performance by Fiona Boyes, Geoff Achison and Claude hay in the final 2-hour presentation, kicking off the event.

Tune in to 98.7FM every Thursday night from 10pm to hear some of the country’s finest blues performers and get a taste for what will be an exciting festival in February! For more info on The Blues Shack, head over to www.facebook.com/Thebluesshackaus SIMON IMREI

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Andy Phillips managed to fulfil a lifelong dream of playing on stage at legendary blues club, Antones, on a recent MezRay Tours trip to Austin Texas. Antones is famous for kick starting the career of many world-renowned blues guitarists including Stevie Ray and Jimmie Vaughan and more recently Gary Clark Junior.

Merryn and Ray from MezRay Tours take music tours to Austin Texas, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Memphis Tennessee and the Mississippi Delta every year. As part of the tour they facilitate opportunities for the musicians who come along to get up and jam and make valuable overseas contacts and provide them with the perfect platform to expose themselves to an international audience. Not too mention how much fun it is for everyone else on the tour to get involved and offer support. So whether you’re a musician or just a music lover, we hope you can join us on our next tour April/May 2013.

For more info visit www.mezraytours.com or contact Merryn on merryn@mezraytours.com or 0438 270 059.

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LOCAL BLUES LOVERS UNITE

The Peninsula has long played host to some world-class blues musicians and songwriters. For the most part, it’s been in fleeting stopovers on tour or at occasional residencies surrounding a festival appearance over in Queenscliff or further down the coast. In 2013, however, Peninsula residents will be treated to 12 premier blues acts, on the one stage, on the same day for the inaugural Blues At The Briars Festival. The only current live blues event held in our area, the festival boasts a stellar line-up including Blues Deluxe, Fiona Boyes, Claude Hay, Marisa Quigley and Blues Mountain, not to mention industry stalwarts Geoff Achison, Lloyd Spiegel, Rob Pappalardo and headliner Jimi Hocking.

In addition to the 11 hours of music, the day will feature an array of local Peninsula beer, wine and culinary offerings, all aiming to establish an annual event to showcase fine Australian blues as well as the beauty and diversity of the Peninsula to those traveling from outside the area. There will also be various activities for the kids, including face painting, balloons tying, and a soccer clinic.

The day will be supported by The Bendigo Bank and will raise funds for Operation New Start; a program catering for youth aged 13-17 classified as ‘at risk’. The initiative takes the young adults out of school for a term to teach life skills and coping strategies, as well as set achievable goals. These are kids in danger of dropping out of school and/or society, with many having suffered trauma, loss and/or come from difficult family circumstances.

Challenging them in a predominantly outdoor environment takes them out of the comfort zone and refocuses them in a supportive environment.

The program is a joint initiative with Deecd and Victoria Police, with community mental health support and the Reach Foundation utilised for program delivery as well. Eight children at a time, from all over the Peninsula, partake in activities like caving, CFA training, rock climbing, canoeing, surfing and more, celebrating their achievements with a graduation ceremony at the completion of events. The Blues At The Briars soft drink stall will donate its profits to the New Start Program, as they hope to raise funds for a new bus for the kids.

Also present at the event will be the SES, who will be fundraising, parking cars for the event and have a static display on site. The festival has also approached local scout groups to establish a recycling program at the event.

So, grab your picnic blanket, and get set to head down in February for an unforgettable day of music, set against the backdrop of the picturesque Briars Homestead.

The Blues At The Briars Festival will take place on February 2, 2013, at The Briars Homestead, Nepean Highway, Mornington.

For more information on Operation New Start and all that they do, please visit www.onv.org.au

A VERY SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:

In some very exciting news, the Blues At The Briars Festival has just announced that the one and only Chris Wilson will be joining Geoff Achison onstage at the festival for a duo performance on Feb 2, 2013, making the awesome lineup even more massive!

Make sure you’ve got your tickets by heading to www. bluesatthebriars.com!

THE PORTSEA XMAS ‘EVE EVE’ December 23 has long been the unofficial ‘Open Season’ for Summer in Portsea. The workplace is far, far away, family and friends have arrived on holidays and there is no better way to get reacquainted than over a festive sip, chat and perhaps a shake on the dance floor. Make no exception this year as Portsea Hotel welcomes for the first time DJs Mic Newman and James Ware to bring a little Christmas cheer. Be among the first to try the new summer menu, wine list and boutique range of beers on tap and in bottle.

Whatever your taste, you’ll be sure to find it at the new Portsea Hotel this Summer!

Find them at 3746 Point Nepean Rd Portsea and for all the details, head to www.portseahotel.com.au

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COME SEE THE WIZARD AGAIN AT HIX

CAPTAIN SPALDING AUS DAY TWILIGHT SHOW

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Off the back of another great year producing quality beer and wine, not to mention housing some of the finest live music on the Peninsula, Hickinbotham of Dromana is preparing for another New Years Eve party to remember! What’s more, they’ve managed to persuade Andrew Farrell and Dave McMillan to come and perform as ‘The Wizard & Oz’!

Andrew and David met on the Mornington Peninsula, both playing solo gigs at the time. They soon discovered many shared musical tastes and started performing together, traveling all over Australia and New Zealand to share their music and onstage synergy.

The two seasoned musicians are sure to kick start the party this New Years, with the kitchen to open from 8pm with gourmet pizzas, winemaker’s platters and light food.

Tix are $35 per head, payable upon booking, with drinks and food to be at the bar. Bookings are already filling up, so don’t delay!

Hickinbotham Winery is located at 194 Nepean Highway (Near Wallaces Road) in Dromana. For bookings and other information, phone 5981 0355. A shuttle service will also be available for local and city trips, so please coordinate with Andrew when booking.

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With the onset of summer, school/uni holidays and all kinds of parties and events popping up on the calendar, there’s a raft of choice available when deciding how – and where – to spend your big nights this summer. It seems, everywhere you look, people are adding guest bands/DJs to bills, putting on massive events and throwing up ticket prices that threaten to take away your hard earned!

The Bay Hotel in Mornington have a different approach, deciding to keep it simple and ‘not fix what isn’t broken’ this summer. With the hugely successful FriBays giving Mornington’s partygoers an array of special guests, awesome drink specials and all the tunes to party into the early hours, each week, the philosophy is all about showcasing local talent and, most importantly, no hefty price tag for a night out at your local. Christmas Eve and New Years Eve will be exactly that, with tickets just $10, with a $21 drink card.

Also at the same price will be tickets for the huge Australia Day Eve party, with the FriBays crew. With doors open at 9pm, all the regular drink specials will be on offer including $3 pots and $5 basics and the night will feature the one and only Timmy Trumpet, performing alongside local DJs. In less than a decade, Timmy Trumpet has successfully transgressed from the international stage as an acclaimed Jazz musician to the realm of global dance music. Now as a combined DJ/Instrumentalist, he’s ranked in the top 10 DJ’s in Australia (ITM Poll), performed at Ibiza’s Pacha and Miami’s WMC, and mixed both Ministry of Sound and Pacha CD’s featuring his own Aria Chart smash hit Sassafras and two more of his tracks on this years Ministry Sessions disc.

Rightfully dubbed ‘the busiest DJ in Australia’ Timmy averages 7 flights a week, juggling over 200 shows per year, including all the major festivals, owns his own clothing label, runs a club night, and is a regular co-star on the FOX8 reality TV show ‘The Stafford Brothers’.

Timmy Trumpet is proving he is a force to be reckoned with, so catch his set at The Bay’s Australia Day Eve Party, happening on Friday January 25 (obviously).

For more details on exact lineup keep checking the FriBays Facebook at www. facebook.com/pages/FriBays/118879681526217

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MERRY CHRISTMAS… DAD?

Looking for a present for Dad? Here is a list of beers that you can put together for Christmas that will make Dad happy.

If your Dad loves a BBQ, try a couple of the Belgium Chimay Trappist range. A few enterprising Monks started brewing the Chimay beer back in 1862, with a range of 3 mainstream beers that they are famous for; Chimay Red, Chimay White and Chimay Blue. Now, these beers aren’t for the faint hearted with an alcohol content of between 7% to 9% - normal mainstream beer ranges between 4.5% and 5% - so make sure Dad stays awake on Christmas Day! My favourite is the Chimay Red, with an alcohol content of 7%, as I find the other two a little too strong.

The second brew to review this month is from the brewers in Brunswick - Thunder Road Brewery. These guys are all about developing the perfect beer and are not far from it with the beers I have tasted. My pick is the Full Steam Pale Lager, as I think it’s so good to see a brewery being courageous and venturing into the world of lagers rather than just doing ales.

In reality there are basically two categories of beer; ales or lager. There are many more hybrid styles inside these two categories, but the main difference between ales and lagers is the type of yeast and fermentation temperature used in the brewing process. The fermentation process for ale is in a warm environment, usually between 15-20 degrees Celsius, while lagers in a colder environment between 7-11 degrees. Ales are traditionally consumed at cellar temperature – 12-14 degrees in England – but in Australia we love our beer cold and ales are normally served between 4-7 degrees. Smaller breweries will choose ales rather than lagers due to the fermentation time difference between the two, with ales usually requiring about half the fermentation time of lagers.

Thunder Road have done a great job with this lager, and with a bold taste and a full malt flavour, I could drink this one all day. I gave it 5 out of 5. That said, they have a wide range of other beers at Thunder Road, from God’s Lager to a Shamrock Dark Lager, that will delight your taste buds and make Dad a very happy man on Christmas Day. Keep an eye out for special seasonal beers as well.

As a special present for Christmas for all of our loyal customers at the Thirsty Camel Nepean Highway Cellars in Mornington, you can buy a mixed six-pack of Mornington Brewery and Mildura Brewery beers to get Dad to sample the new flavours. Mention this article and they will give you a 7th stubby for free. Have a safe festive season and see you in 2013.

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Merry Christmas to all you lovers of the grittier and heavier side of things! Hope everyone’s got their trees in order and their amplifiers set to 11, because it’s time to look over what’s going on in the music scene this month.

If you’re looking for a fine dining establishment and want to try something different than one of the Peninsula’s vineyards or resorts, you simply can’t ignore Biscottini in Mornington for a relaxed breakfast or lunch with family or friends.

Ticketmaster has a good choice of tickets for those last minute gifts you may be chasing, either for yourself or for those folk dear to you. First cab off the rank, on the December 22 Parkway Drive will be blowing minds and bursting eardrums at Festival Hall. Tickets are still available if you want in on what may be a perfect pre-Christmas show. A major piece of news that came down like an iron-coated bombshell full of awesome is that Kiss themselves will be bringing their Monster Tour to Etihad Stadium on March 5. Yes, you’re read right, KISS. As if that wasn’t enough, they will also be bringing two more barrels of face melting madness in the form of their support acts, Motley Crue and Thin Lizzy. You would be out of your little metal mind to miss this one.

This beautifully presented café/restaurant offers a plethora of noteworthy menu options, popular with their loyal clientele, some of which frequent the venue daily for breakfast and lunch, never tiring of the extensive & regularly changing fare.

The menu has an Italian edge, reflecting owners Angela and Elio Giucastro’s heritage, but also caters for the kids with their own more orthodox menu, prepared within minutes of ordering. Biscottini is fully licensed, with many great wines and beers on offer, many acquired from the local hinterland.

Chefs Shaun and Elio endeavour to utilise local seasonal produce in their pizzas, pastas and risottos, with their Italian mothers also getting involved - as it is in most Italian families - with personal recipes. Popular favourites are Elio’s ‘Salt and Pepper Calamari’, Shaun’s ‘Beef Salad’ and Christina’s ‘Risotto Balls and Italian Doughnuts.’

On the February 9, Oh, Sleeper (supported by For All Eternity, Storm The Sky and a local act) will be rocking out at the Pier Live. Later down the track, Grinspoon will be playing at a couple of venues down this way as part of their Black Rabbits tour in April. They will head to both Pier Live and the Ferntree Gully Hotel, so keep you’re eye out for that. All of the aforementioned are available from www.ticketmaster.com.au But wait; there is more nice offerings to compete for your wallet’s attention. On January 14 and 15, Nightwish will be bringing their siren’s call to the Palace Theatre. Tickets for the January 14 show are sold out, but you still have a chance to catch their second show. On the February 28, Sum 41 and Billy Talent will be blasting away at the Palace Theatre. Tickets for those shows are available from the kind people at www. ticketek.com.au So, want to go out somewhere to have that ‘horns up, head thrashing’ Christmas party? How about some awesome cover bands? On December 21, the Australian Metallica Show – Kill ’Em All, joined by British Steel Australia and Iron Madness will be ramming Christmas cheer and pure metal into ears for the End Of The World Xmas Party at the Pier Live. Tickets are $20 each, available only from the venue itself. If I have my way, you shall see me there.

Looking ahead, we have a few other noteworthy shows next year. On the January 18 January, Alestorm will be doing a live DVD shoot in their End Of The World Tour at the HiFi. Tickets are still available and I shall be therewith every other metal head who loves pirates and the chance to have their mugs gracing screens all over the world, when the DVD comes out.

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Any guitarists in the house? On April 13 the Godfather of guitarists, Joe Satriani - or as he likes to call himself ‘Satch’ will be running a music clinic tour. Comg to the George Wood Performing Arts Center, he’ll be answering questions players may have, as well as teaching some techniques and giving general advice. Tickets are available from thumpmusic.com. au

The premises caters for dine in or take away, with an elementary fare of focaccias, fulfilling sandwiches and wraps, precicesly and speedily prepared so you can enjoy whilst shopping or traveling, or conversely sit back with a group booking and linger casually, partaking in a full 3-course or more meal. In addition, Biscottini boasts the best coffee in Mornington, with a collection of wide-ranging teas also.

The professionally presented staff all have a great sense of fun, whilst maintaining proficient integrity and preserving the general tone of Biscottini as an extension of family; which it is. The venue can be booked for private functions, with Elio and Angela also able to create exquisite special occasion cakes to order.

Biscottini will not disappoint, so head down to 157-159 Main Street, Mornington, for your next meal. They’re open from 7am-4pm daily. Phone them for any inquiries on 5977 0617.

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Last, but far from least on the May 1, Black Sabbath will be gracing us with their presence at Rod Laver Arena.

Unfortunately, those without tickets cannot rectify this issue and will have to contend with flogging themselves with rose thorns as penance for missing the opportunity to see the revered metal gods in action!

Well, that’s all for this exciting year. Party hard, stay metal and prepare for what looks to be a spectacular year for the Heavy Side…

Ben writes monthly for PEARL on everything metal, hard rock, punk and hardcore. If you’d like Ben to review your release or you know of something happening in the ‘heavy’ world, drop him a line at rock@pearlmag.com.au BEN LOPEZ

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The Somerville School Of Music has everything you need to fill your summer calendar with music, whether it’s lessons, practice or finding those last minute stocking fillers. The school offers vocal tuition, as well as lessons for guitar, drums, sax, violin, and more. They also cater for the less traditional and more inventive instrument lovers, with banjo, ukulele and harmonica lessons also available for a variety of different age groups and levels of competency.

In a recent addition, professional recording with a qualified sound technician is now on offer, with a sound production course touted for 2013, along with open mic nights and other exciting plans. Keep in touch with the website or Facebook to get all the latest! Many of the teachers are working musicians themselves, so you’ll find some of their gigs listed on Facebook too.

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Well you’ve probably all heard that the Mayan Calendar ends on Dec 21, 2012. There have been all sorts of doomsday prophecies around it. So, to bring on the end of the world, in true heavy metal fashion, Pier Live has put together a triple-header of Melbourne’s 3 top heavy metal heavyweight tributes to appease the metal gods and perform for one night only.

The End Of The World Xmas Party will be opening up

by Iron Madness, who will take to the stage, shaking the earth’s foundations with all your Iron Maiden favourites. These guys sound remarkably similar to the real thing, with even die-hard Maiden fans set to be blown away by their show. British Steel will then take you all to stand before the Metal Gods. A truly professional act, British Steel have gained a cult-like following throughout the Melbourne music scene, wowing audiences with flawless renditions of many of the Judas Priest classics.

The Australian Metallica Show - Kill ‘Em All - will finalize your fate, as the four horsemen draw nearer, set to Seek and Destroy you all as you Fade to Black!

An award winning show that’s dedicated to the Metallica era of the 80’s and early 90’s, Kill ‘Em All will satisfy Metallica fans of old, pounding ear drums classics hand picked from the era that established the band as the greatest heavy metal act in the world. From the guitars, to the outfits, to the stage set up and all the songs you’ve grown to know and love, this high-energy show is just the way you like it... heavy as hell!

This will be the final show of 2012 for all 3 bands so make sure you come along and celebrate with the bands as they crank up all the classic heavy metal tunes you know and love.

It all happens on Friday December 21, with doors

open from 8pm. Tickets are $20 on the door, but available from the venue for pre-purchase by calling 9783 9800. For more info on the bands, head to www.facebook.com/ironmadnesstribute, www.facebook.com/BritishSteelAustralia or www. facebook.com/killemall.au. See you there!

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CELEBRATE THE END OF SUMMER

In their annual ode to the end of summer, St. Kilda residents are gearing up for the everpopular St. Kilda Festival, held from February 2 to 10. Dubbed “Australia’s Best Free Musical Festival”, the 9 day event attracts hundreds of thousands Melbournians, showcasing local artists and musical talent.

It all culminates on the last day – Sunday – where St. Kilda streets close and acts such as Juggernaut DJs, Bluejuice and Client Liason will entertain across 5 stages. More talent to be announced.

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If you are still reeling from missing out on a coveted Soundwave ticket, the lining just became slightly more silver.

Organisers have just announced another round of sideshows (or ‘Sidewaves’), which include a second show for Californian punk-rockers Blink 182 on February 27 and Sum 41 on February 26, to be supported by Billy Talent. See the Soundwave website, Sidewaves link, for ticket info.

Continue the post-Christmas family celebrations with Trevor – the music festival created to honour all things music, friends, family and food. Trevor’s people have recently added to their stellar line-up of Ash Grunwald, Icehouse, The Bamboos and Brow Horn Orchestra to include Peninsula bluegrass darlings The Quarry Mountain Dead Rats, Crooked Saint and Rudely Interrupted DJs. Held at Churchill Island on January 12, grab your tickets through the website and party with an all-round family man.

CELEBRATE ALL THINGS ‘F’

Tired of partying all day and looking for a relaxed, community festival to take the edge off? Come down to the two-day Frankston Waterfront Festival for an “eclectic mix of free entertainment, activities and demonstrations” and celebrate all things ‘F’ – family, festival and Frankston Foreshore.

With further details to be released, the Waterfront festival is already offering a plethora of activities, gastronomic delights and local music for the whole family. Held from 10am on January 19/20, don’t miss out.

QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL Following a cracking weekend of live original music, I returned to our side of the bay having learned quite a bit about ‘The Bizzarro Peninsula’. Firstly, about the rumors that the residents needing to eat children to maintain there ‘undead’ state, I found no evidence.

Secondly - and more importantly - they know how to put on a damn good music festival!

The Queenscliff Music Festival doesn’t have a really big party scene like some of the other festivals - it’s low on crazy costumes and high on fold out chairs - but one thing that they can hang their hat on is knowing the local music scene and being smart enough to book artists within it. Friday was the best example, with so much talent on display. Loon Lake opened the whole show and was a sweet soundtrack for those walking through the gates.

The first full set I got along too, I couldn’t even see the band. That was mostly due to their massive beards! You guessed it, I’m talking about… The Beards, who with their songs about everything beard-ly pretty much put on the gig of the festival. They had the crowd laughing and singing along, with even the girls in front of me tying their hair around there chin and trying to get some kind of beard effect happening.

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard out from Melbourne were another standout on Friday, with such a high level of energy throughout making the whole crowd pulse along with them.

I was also lucky enough to catch the end of Jackson Firebird and hear them bust out their single Cock Rockin’ to a pretty small crowd –

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EXTEND THE DAYZE NEW ACTS ANNOUNCED!

It is almost time to be ‘dayzed’ ladies and gentleman. Prolong your New Year’s hangover at Summadayze, the first official festival of 2013, held at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

Organisers have just announced new additions to the already enviable line-up.

Junior Jack and Kid Crème, Andrew Whatt of Mike Snow, Tenzin and Feenix Paul will assist festival goers in their ode to the New Year, which kicks off from 9am on January 1.

Break the ‘dayze’ and grab your ticket now!

GO GREEN @ FEST LA FROG

Taking environmentally friendly to the next level is Fest La Frog, a unique & entirely selfsufficient week-long festival January 7-14.

Held at a biodynamic farm on French Island, Fest La Frog will host 2 solar powered stages showcasing an eclectic mix of talent such as Melody Moon, Ghost Orchid and Rainbow Massacre.

Everything is environmentally sound and a “zero plastic tolerance” is enforced. So leave the car at home and enjoy! Tickets available through the website.

November 23-25, 2012 @ Queenscliff, Victoria

everyone was over at The Cat Empire… suckers!

– before another awesome local Kingswood rocked it hard into Saturday and beyond.

Saturday Morning started with a Bee Gees tribute show, with our local favourites Wishful taking part and doing a well-received cover of Massachusetts. The Blues Train was another great feature of the festival, sending everyone back in time with Howlin’ Steam Train’s set.

The combination of both the band and train chugging along was insane and the energy was just pumping through the carriage. The sweet Lisa Mitchell had an amazing set, with plenty of sing-alongs in there as well, with her humble Aus Idol days and the attached stigma well and truly behind her.

The aforementioned Wishful provided some good light music on Sunday Morning, fitting for the hangover that many surely had. I’m pretty sure they charmed some new followers with their show before the festival served up some more pretty ladies (sorry Sam from Wishful).

The light electro-pop of Owl Eyes and bluesy/ country twang of Mia Dyson kept the vibe right up, whilst elsewhere Missy Higgins was welcomed back once again with her new material.

My weekend ended with me, hunched over asleep on the ferry with my head in my lap, strangely looking like I was in the emergency brace position, much to the concern of all around me! But, of the weekend and QMF, it’s a great music festival, rich in diversity, creativity and local talent. Let’s get one on our side now!

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A local celebration of Country, the Red Hill Country Music Festival on Sunday January 13 will also be a culmination of community, local produce and great music.

Adam Harvey, Paul Costa, Kristy Cox and Adam Toms will join a host of other top local and interstate acts performing at the Red Hill Showgrounds, amongst the market stalls, children’s rides and car shows on offer throughout the day.

Tickets: $25 for adults, with children under 14 free. Gates open at 9am.

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FESTIVAL CALENDAR Peninsula Summer Music Festival December 28, 2012 – January 7, 2013 Pyramid Rock Festival December 29, 2012 - January 1, 2013 The Falls Festival December 29 – January 1, 2013 Let them Eat Cake Festival January 1, 2013 Summadayze January 1, 2013 Mossvale Park Summer of Soul January 6, 2010 Fest La Frog January 7-14, 2013 Red Hill Country Music Festival January 13, 2013 Trevor Music Festival January 12, 2013 Frankston Waterfront Festival January 19-20, 2013 Harvest n Graze January 20, 2013 Big Day Out January 26, 2013 Red Hot Summer Tour January 20, 2013 Mornington Australia Day Festival January 26, 2013 Blues at the Briars February 2, 2013 St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival February 3, 2013 St. Kilda Festival February 3-10, 2013 Riverboats Music Festival February 15-17, 2013 Between the Bays Festival February 23, 2013 Portsea Summer Latin Festival February 22-24, 2013 Westernport Festival February 22-24, 2013 Soundwave Festival March 1, 2013 Bright ‘n’ Sandy Festival March 3, 2013 Carnival of Suburbia March 8-18, 2013 Future Music Festival March 10, 2013 Golden Plains Festival 2013 March 10, 2013 Port Fairy Folk Festival March 10, 2013 Brunswick Music Festival March 13-14, 2013 Mordialloc By The Bay Festival March 16-17, 2013 The Basin Music Festival March 22-24, 2013 Healesville Music Festival March 24, 2013 Boogie Festival April 6-8, 2013 Mount Beauty Music Festival April 19-20, 2013 Apollo Bay Music Festival April 26-28, 2013

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HUSKY In an era of relentless self-promotion and ambiguous claim to fame, one can easily drown beneath the crushing wave of indie folk/pop bands emerging from everywhere between a 20-something year old’s bedroom, to the studios of every major record label. With ample avenues for exposure, it is refreshing to encounter the refined and considered work of the Melbourne boys that make up Husky, whose fully realized album has earned them the ears and hearts of discerning music lovers globally.

2008 saw front man Husky Gawenda join forces with his cousin and keys player Gideon Preiss, bassist Evan Tweedie and drummer Luke Collins. Beyond Gawenda and Preiss’ familial connection, Tweedie explains that each of the boys had played together in the Melbourne scene prior to joining forces under the moniker of Husky.

“We are all really different in what we grew up listening to, but also share a love for all that folk influence -the harmonies, The Beach Boys- that’s a shared musical vocabulary for all of us.”

From reggae to jazz, each band member brought their own experience to the table in the creation of the rich harmonies and delicate songwriting of Forever So, which was entirely independent and self-funded by the boys.

“In hindsight it was great, but there were some moments where, because it was just our voices, there were no outside opinions coming in, and we were like ‘maybe this is terrible and we’re on the wrong track’. That thought definitely plays on your mind from time to time without that third person’s insight.”

Using a cleared out bungalow in the backyard of Gawenda’s Melbourne home, the boys ran a series of cords and leads through the garden and into the house to power their make-shift studio. The resulting body of work is a hybrid of folk harmonies and organic acoustic timbres.

“We wanted to make an album. Not a bunch of tracks put together I suppose.

Our goal was to make the album flow really seamlessly. And hopefully the people who listen to the record feel that, and feel it as an album as opposed to a bunch of songs put together,” reflects Tweedie.

Interestingly, it was one of the last tracks to be recorded for the album that propelled Husky to fame. Tweedie chuckles as he

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recalls, “Husk rang me up and was kind of freaking out, he’d spoken to Gids as well, and he was like ‘we need a single!’…So the three of us got together and wrote two tunes that day which ended up on the album, History’s Door and Hundred Dollar Suit.”

In a twist of fate, this last minute addition of History’s Door saw Husky win the dooropening ticket of a Triple J Unearthed Award in 2011. Propelled from a Melbourne bunker onto festival stages around Australia, Husky soon caught international attention.

“Our manager went over to the states and while meeting with Sub-Pop to pitch another band, she handed over our album in passing.

A week or two later we were contacted and they were really excited about the record and were wondering if we wanted to discuss this. Just by chance, two of the Sub Pop staff members were coming down to Melbourne with another band, and we were like ‘okay we have to put on a show for them.’ I guess it was kind of a secret show, we announced it on the day, just so they could come along and meet us and see that we could actually play, that we weren’t fools!”

Indeed, the signing of Husky to Sup Pop records marks a huge milestone for Australian music, as the band is the first Aussie act to be signed with the Seattlebased label synonymous with Nirvana, Soundgarden, The Shins, Fleet Foxes, and Beach House.

Recently returning to the homeland after a very busy year of touring internationally, Tweedie notes that much of the audience in international shows comprised of dedicated fans, or followers of Sub Pop. “The good thing that we hold onto when we play small international shows is that there’s always a few really die hard fans that might travel a few hours to come and see us…being with Sub Pop, I guess it’s kind of like a football team in that you actually have supporters of the label, you’ll meet these people overseas who tell you that they are ‘Sub Pop fans’ and follow recently signed artists.”

Attracting a larger crowd in Australia, Husky will be playing to a sold-out Lorne Falls Festival crowd. Also joining Husky at the Lorne new years festival will be this year’s winner of the coveted Triple J Unearthed award, Hayden Calnin. If Husky’s success is anything to go by, we should certainly keep a tab on Calnin in the year to come.

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The Living End (Corner Hotel). From Tue Dec 11-20 Kingswood (Corner Hotel). Sun Dec 16 Evan Dando with Juliana Hatfield (Corner Hotel).

From Wed Dec 19 Morrissey (Festival Hall). Wed Dec 19 Fireballs (Prince Bandroom). Fri Dec 21 Lost Angels (The Hi-Fi). Fri Dec 21 Parkway Drive (Festival Hall). Sat Dec 22 Quarry Mountain Dead Rats (Pier Live). Sat Dec 22 Children Collide (Espy). Fri Dec 28 Two Door Cinema Club (Festival Hall). Sat Dec 29 Absolutely 80’s (Chelsea Heights). Mon Dec 31 Maximo Park (Corner Hotel). Wed Jan 2 First Aid Kit (Forum). Wed Jan 2 SBTRKT (Billboard) Wed Jan 2 Bombay Bicycle Club (Festival Hall). Wed Jan 2 Blood Red Shoes (The Hi-Fi). Thur Jan 3 De La Soul (The Espy). Thur Jan 3 65daysofstatic (Corner Hotel). Fri Jan 4 Mariah Carey (Etihad). Sat Jan 5 The Hives (Forum). Sun Jan 6 Hot Chip (Palace Theatre). Wed Jan 9 BeachHouse (Forum). Wed Jan 9 Rick-Lee (Palms at Crown). Fri Jan 11 The X Factor Tour (Festival Hall). Fri Jan 11 Nightwish (Palace Theatre). Mon & Tue Jan 14 &15 Icehouse (Palms at Crown). Tue & Wed Jan 15 & 16 Weezer (Arts Centre, Sidney Myer Music Bowl).

Wed Jan 16 Weezer (Palais). Thur Jan 17 Hypocrisy (The Hi-Fi). Sat Jan 19

Tina Arena (Hamer Hall). Tue Feb 12 Swans (Corner Hotel). Fri Feb 15 Converge (Billboard). Fri Feb 15 Gods Speed You! Black Emperor (Forum). Fri Feb 15 Cliff Richard (Arts Centre, Hamer Hall).

Fri & Sat Feb 15 & 16 Ringo Starr (Festival Hall). Sat Feb 16 Neil Finn & Paul Kelly (Palais) Sat, Mon & Tue Feb 16, 18 & 19 Father John Misty (The Hi-Fi). Sun Feb 17 Einstuerzende Neubauten (Palace Theatre). Tue Feb 19 Norah Jones (The Plenary). Thur Feb 21 Dr. Feelgood (Corner Hotel). Thur Feb 21 My Bloody Valentine (Palace Theatre). Fri Feb 22 Jose James (The Hi-Fi). Fri Feb 22 Glenn Frey (Palais). Fri Feb 22 Joan Armatrading (Forum). Sat Feb 23 Linkin Park (Rod Laver). Wed Feb 27 Deep Purple & Journey (Rod Laver). Fri Mar 1 Ronan Keating (Palais). Fri Mar 1 Urthboy (Corner Hotel). Sat Mar 2 Ed Sheeran (Festival Hall). From Mon Mar 4-6 Kiss & Motley Crue (Etihad). Tue Mar 5 Cat Power (Forum). Thur Mar 7 Arlo Guthrie (National Theatre). Thur Mar 7 Purity Ring (Corner Hotel). Fri Mar 8 Presidents of the USA (Palace Theatre).Sun Mar 10 The Mark of Cain (The Hi-Fi). Fri Mar 15 Jon Spencer Blues Explosion (The Espy) Fri Mar 15 Neil Young & Crazyhorse (Rod Laver). Fri Mar 15 John Waite (Corner Hotel). Fri Mar 15

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Jon Spencer Blues Explosion (The Corner Hotel).

Sat Mar 16 Ruthie Roster (Corner Hotel). Sun Mar 17 The Cat Empire (Prince Bandroom).

Wed & Thur Mar 20 & 21 Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band (Rod Laver).

Sun Mar 24 Iggy & The Stooges (Fetival Hall). Wed Mar 27 Wilco (Hamer Hall). Wed & Thur Mar 27 & 28 Roger Hodgson & Band (Palais). Thur Mar 28 Hits & Pits (Palace Theatre). Fri Mar 29 Dropkick Murphys (Festival Hall). Tue Apr 2 Status Quo (Palais). Wed Apr 3 Guy Sebastian (Palais). Fri & Sat Apr 5 & 6 The Script (Rod Laver). Sat Apr 6 Newton Faulkner (Prince Bandroom). Thur Apr 11 Zucchero (Palais). Fri Apr 12 Extreme (Palace Theatre). Fri Apr 19 Brian Adams (Rod Laver). Sat Apr 20 Epica (Billboard). Sun Apr 21 Otep (The Hi-Fi). Fri Apr 26 Black Sabbath (Rod Laver). Wed May 1 Tommy Fleming (Palms at Crown). Fri May 17 Pink (Rod Laver). From Sun July 7-17(8 shows) Pink (Rod Laver). From Tue Aug 13-22(7 shows) One Direction (Rod Laver). From Thur Sep 19 (7 shows)!!

Andre Rieu (Rod Laver). Sat Oct 19 Rumoured concerts: AC/DC, Rolling Stones, Green Day, The xx, Bon Jovi.

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Brisbane-based singer/ songwriter, Deena, is moving mountains with her gorgeous laidback pop music and the release of Lone Wolf.

With a hint of heartfelt folk and quirkiness, the album presents twelve uniquely thoughtprovoking tracks and lyrics, with beautifully emotive guitar.

The album kicks off with a pop/rock-infused track titled Monday Morning, with the easy listening Come Over and Dear Friend sounding wonderfully airy and carefree.

These songs deliver messages of love, passion and sadness.

The album highlight would have to be Wunderlust - a lyrical expedition in which Deena’s smooth jazzy vocal tone and catchy melodies make for something quite memorable.

Each track is a little bag of its own magic, waiting to be heard, loved and enjoyed.

See Deena when she comes to town (The Bay) in early Jan!

Melbourne four-piece Twelve Foot Ninja’s debut has just about every music style on it; Hardcore? Check, Rock? Of course, Reggae? Yeh mon, but does it have Middle Eastern melodic influences? Smartass, but track two should cover it.

I’m talking to myself because I think the review for the album should be just as nuts as the content, and it’s pretty crazy!

A good quick description for Silent Machine would be it’s “nothing you’ll expect”, or “musical schitzo, with hardcore rock tourette’s” works?

Starting off, they don’t go slow or easie in with something safe. It’s straight into showing off the serious musicianship that’s over the whole album.

Late in the record, they smack you upside with some really sweet songwriting and a more traditional song structure.

These guys are really talented.

Silent Machine sounds like it was fun to make, and it shows.

(FAT POSSUM / SECRET SERVICE) Fremantle based indie-poppers San Cisco, have finally released their highly anticipated self titled debut album. Following on from the hype of their popular single Awkward, the band continue to entice and entertain with their low-fi indie pop tunes.

The album features fun, kooky synths and guitar licks that are sure to make this album a summer staple for every Sunday session/road trip.

Fred Astair and No Friends are high energy make-youwant-to-dance kind of tracks that conjure up that summer festival spirit. The band takes it down a notch with intermittent slow tracks such as Hunter, showcasing Jordi Davieson’s delightfully warm vocals and highlighting the bands true musicality.

Overall the album is a psychedelic, energetic, light filled tasty little package that is sure to be a summer favourite.

4 / 5 JESSICA SCUDAMORE

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Seventeen years as a band and with six quality albums, The second EP from Matt Grinspoon have been a Katsis, titled Recoil, thankfully stalwart of the Australian doesn’t have me wanting to music industry for quite some after a listen. time. It’s an exciting time for Having toured around the ‘The Grinners’ with the release country with his roots/rock/ of the 7th album Black Rabbits. reggae feel, there’s some This record is everything you awesome guitar work, expect from an Australian evident over these five tracks. rock album and especially a This, alongwith thoughtful Grinspoon album; impressive songwriting and that cool guitar riffs and catchy lyrics. ‘reggae jig’, which is always a plus.

Where Black Rabbits differs from previous albums is the I‘m not so into the 56 second Bounds (intro), as something to divergence from the hard open the EP with; I’d rather get rocking, angsty, angry music of straight into it as it feels a little their past and an emergence of a more mature melodic like a throwaway before the and upbeat sound with big real stuff. choruses and major melodies.

The last two tracks, Innocent Recorded in Los Angeles and Life and Innocent Life (Part II), produced by Dave Schffman both have prog rock in them, (Weezer, RHCP, The Black and are an interesting pairing Motorcycle Club), this album of the same idea. Both tracks sounds like it will be amazing proabably could’ve been the performed live, making one tune, in retrospect, but the talent and conviction of the Grinspoon one of the must see performance still shines through acts this festival season. on these, and every track.

See them at Pier Live in 2013!

3 / 5 MATT RIPPON

4 / 5 SCOTT GARDNER

musicians like Jorma Kaukonen (later of Jefferson Airplane) and the Grateful Dead.

with Ray McGrotty Janis Joplin was possibly the greatest blues-rock-soul singer of all time.

She was born in Texas in 1943, a place she couldn’t wait to get away from. In 1963 she moved to San Francisco and whilst living in Haight, Ashbury, her drug taking escalated.

Joplin was hanging out with

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In 1965 she recorded a few tracks, which attracted attention from a band called Big Brother and the holding company with whom she ended up recording the hugely successful Cheap Thrills album.

Having toured extensively the following years with the likes of Jimi Hendrix and other great months she was found dead names, she left Big brother in from a heroin overdose.

1969 to pursue a solo career.

Although not all songs were completed, there was After her first album Kosmic sufficient material for an Blues, in 1970, she began album. The result was the work on a new album, but posthumously released Pearl unfortunately after only two

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album of 1971.

The album was christened Pearl, after Joplin’s nickname, Mary Jane Pearl.

One single, Me And Bobby McGee was released and, of course, became a huge hit along with the album.

Truly a real gem!

RAY MCGROTTY

Ray McGrotty is the owner/ manager or ‘Record City Collectables’, 433 Nepean Highway, Frankston.

If you’d like to suggest a ‘Classic Cut’, email him at classiccuts@pearlmag.com.au

Stuff to star on

(MOS) The first time I listened to this album I was chillin’ by the pool, suds in hand, basking in the afternoon sun when I discovered that I had ‘misplaced’ the cd cover.

Fast forward an hour of frustration and as I decided to stop looking for it, there it was.

The first place I should have looked and the last place I did.

Anyway, through this somewhat annoying experience the music was never out of my mind.

An awesome journey and the best soundtrack to a random summer’s day I’ve heard in ages.

Jam packed with glorious and gorgeous tunes, including tracks by The Temper Trap, Panama, Paloma Faith, Florence & The Machine, The Presets, The Bamboos, Lana Del Rey, Van She, Bloc Party and Hot Chip.

This double cd will be the coolest thing you’ll buy this summer.

4 / 5 SCOTT GARDNER

BEGGARS & BASTARDS

Moosejaw Rifle Club (INDEPENDENT) Support some local and My pick of what to search, homegrown talent and get star & singalong to in the to know this good time wonderful world of Spotify 3-piece from Melbourne!

Enthralling to watch live, this folk-country-bluegrass act are all about loose strumming, rollocking harmonies and catchiness!

Glass Bottom Boat and Lay Me Down are my picks.

SIMON IMREI

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CHILL FACTOR TRACKS DJ Iceman 1. SUPERHOUSE Lowkiss & Ryan Riback Lowkiss is on a roll at the moment, pumping out some quality main room house tunes and this collaboration with Ryan Riback is no exception. One to rock any dance floor this summer... loads of punch! 4 / 5

Music Between The Lines...

DJ Iceman would like to wish all PEARL readers a happy & safe Xmas & New Year.

Catch him, playing all the latest & greatest dance, RnB & party tunes at Playhouse Bar in Mordialloc at MIND KANDY events.

Kog Ravindran is a writer, but occasionally sings songs that he writes around Melbourne. Check his debut solo EP Barricades out via soundcloud or Triple J Unearthed and find out more at www.facebook.com/Kog4music.

3. RAW Fedde Le Grand The next offering from Fedde is released December 24; one hell of a Xmas present for dancefloors. A cracker of a track - as the title suggests - it is a raw dance track that you cannot help but move to. 4 / 5 4. THERE IT IS Tujamo Todays house music sounds coupled with a catchy sample of years ago in tag teams whomp there it is and you have a stormer of a club track the original mix is very much a dub style with loads of bottom end and driving bass where the david jones mix is a lot more commercial room friendly with loads of lyrics, horns and basslines more an original remix which works very well. 4.5 / 5 5. BOOGIE DOWN Pablo Calamari & DCUP Re-sampling the old Al Jarreau disco classic, Pablo Calamari has done a great job. The original mix is similar to the original 70s version with a better bass line and some sample re works. The Tenzin remix is a complete new working; beat structure which as a track is great but the vocals are too few, hidden and too late in the track for my liking.

The original gets the nod for me. 3.5 / 5

ALL CHARTS AS OF 10/12/2012

A LEFT OF CENTRE LOOK AT ALL THE RIGHT THINGS, WITH KOG

The other week I got to see two big gigs in the one week. The first was Coldplay at Etihad Stadium and the second was Radiohead at Rod Laver Arena. Two gigs from two bands who are very similar in some ways and very different in others.

Coldplay were brilliant, but stadium gigs don’t do it for them. Unless you’re up the very front or very tall, standing in the field like a true punter can be both strenuous and frustrating. Being a little taller than Danny De Vito, I spent most of the gig on my tippy toes. My calves were in a lot of pain. Sure they look great now, but they were in a lot of pain. It also makes people suss when you have to crouch in between encores just to get blood circulation back into the lower half of your body.

Later that week Radiohead hit the stage like seasoned veterans. Having discovered these guys only two weeks after they had toured the country last time in 2004, I was itching to see if they lived up to all the hype. Radiohead are an interesting band. They’re either going through a rock phase or an electronic phase. Unfortunately I caught them during their electronic phase, which made every appearance of a guitar or piano even more special.

While Coldplay churned out the same greatest hits set they have performed for the last 3 months, Radiohead played new songs they haven’t recorded yet and tunes they had yet to play in Australia this time around. This made for both some placidly confused and overwhelmingly joyous moments, and herein lies the difference between these two bands.

At one stage in each of their careers, both were touted as the next great band in rock’s pantheon of gods - Radiohead after the release Ok Computer (Paranoid Android, No Surprises) and Coldplay following their 2002 smash A Rush Of Blood To The Head (Clocks, The Scientist, In My Place) - but both responded to this expectation in completely different ways. Radiohead said, “No thanks”, and made an album (Kid A) that had no singles and barely any guitars, purely for their own satisfaction. Coldplay made X&Y, probably their weakest album and one they admit was a piece they thought they had to make rather than one they wanted to.

Coldplay’s self depreciating front man, Chris Martin, has always said his band was a watered down ‘diet coke’ version of Radiohead, but he also seems to vigorously pursue his place at the same table with Bono, Jagger and Paul McCartney, while Radiohead’s Thom Yorke has rejected the idea that his band is even classified as ‘Rock’ at all and will ironically be put down as one of Rock n Rolls greatest innovators. Ahhh ,you can’t always get what you want.

KOG RAVINDRAN

2. THRIFT SHOP (VANDALISM MASH) Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Melbourne outfit Vandalism (DJ Andy Van) have taken the popular track up a notch with this mash. Keeping the original vain with an uplifting twist, there’s loads of bass drops, horns and vocal hooks to keep you on your toes. 4.5 / 5

CHARTS SINGLES

NO. TITLE 1 THRIFT SHOP 2

DON’T YOU WORRY CHILD

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

I KNEW U WERE TROUBLE TROUBLEMAKER SCREAM AND SHOUT WHAT YOU’VE TO ME LITTLE TALKS GANGNAM STYLE GIVE ME LOVE DIE YOUNG

ALBUMS

NO. TITLE 1 CHRISTMAS 2 TAKE ME HOME 3 RED 4 THE TRUTH ABOUT LOVE 5 ARMAGGEDON 6 MERRY XMAS BABY 7 GRRR! 8 CELEBRATION DAY 9 STANDING OVATION 10 MYTHOLOGY

URBAN SINGLES NO. TITLE 1 THRIFT SHOP 2 3 4 5 6

DIAMONDS BEST NIGHT GIRL ON FIRE (INFERNO) DON’T STOP THE PARTY MY LIFE

7 8 9 10

I CRY LET ME LOVE YOU RUN ALONE TURN UP THE LOVE

DANCE

NO. TITLE 1 DON’T YOU WORRY 2 3 4 5

SCREAM & SHOUT DIE YOUNG BOM BOM I LOVE IT

6 7

REST OF MY LIFE SWEET NOTHING

8 SHE WOLF 9 NOT GIVING IN 10 PARTY BASS

ARTIST Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (feat. Wanz) Swedish House Mafia (feat. John Martin) Taylor Swift Olly Murs will.i.am (feat. Britney Spears) Samantha Jade Of Monsters And Men Psy Ed Sheeran Ke$ha

ARTIST Michael Buble One Direction Taylor Swift P!nk Guy Sebastian Rod Stewart The Rolling Stones Led Zeppelin Susan Boyle The Bee Gees

ARTIST Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (feat. Wanz) Rihanna Justice Crew Alicia Keys (feat.Nicki Minaj) Pitbill (feat. TJR) 50 Cent (ft. Eminem & Adam Levine) Flo Rida NeYo 360 Far East Movement (feat. Cover Drive) ARTIST Swedish House Mafia (feat. John Martin) will.i.am (feat. Britney Spears) Ke$ha Sam And The Womp Icona Pop Ludacris (ft. Usher & D Guetta) Calvin Harris (feat. Florence Welch) David Guetta (feat. Sia) Rudimental Bombs Away (ft. The Twins)

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THURSDAY DECEMBER 13TH Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia Night. 7pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), Seymour Sisters. 7pm.

Rye RSL (Rye), Silhouettes. 8pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Uni Night (with Resident DJs. 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm

FRIDAY DECEMBER 14TH Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Lee Rosser & Ben Smith Band. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Combo la Revalacion. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’ (downstairs) & Cuervo Party wOrkestrated (upstairs).

Beaches (Mornington), Tres Hombres. 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston), Australia’s Christmas Spirit. 10:30am & 1:30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Lucky 13 Garage (Moorabbin), RockADees. 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red (w guest DJs). 9pm Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music. 8pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Bizarre Gazzard, stage hypnotism show. 9pm The Atrium (Safety Beach), Original Mustang 6 piece band & special guest Johnny Goiding.

Trims (McCrae), Simon Trist. 6.30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY DECEMBER 15TH Baha (Rye), Jed Rowe Band. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Kiss n Pop The Left Show.8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) & Rob & Tarquin (downstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), $ingle Income. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Ben Smith & Lee Rosser.

Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Lazy Joes (Rosebud), Memphis Nights. 7.30pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Dylan Boyd. 3pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Dan M (in Bistro). 7pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Presidents Roots Full Band. 8pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Entertainment. 9pm Rye RSL (Rye), Vincents. 8pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Calmer Miles. 12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (Bistro 6pm).

SUNDAY DECEMBER 16TH Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues Sundays feat Dean & Carruthers. 3pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), Peter Miller. 1pm Coast (Blairgowrie), Lisa Bade & Tony Byrne. 3pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Daveys (Frankston), Sunday Soultrain (w Hanks Jalopy demons & Detonators). 2:30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Rhys Crimmin. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), The McCraes. 1pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Lyrebird Community Centre (Carrum Downs), Westernport Regional Band & Christmas Carols. 7.30pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Bob Valentine Duo. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Danny Burton. 2pm Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach club band.

Red Hill Bakery (Balnarring), Ray Johns & The Red Hill Bakery Boys. 1pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternooon Sessions.

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T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Lindsay Fields. 12:30pm Trims (McCrae), Simon Adam.

MONDAY DECEMBER 17TH Harba (Mornington), Muso Night (hosted by Cale Mason). 8pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm TUESDAY DECEMBER 18TH Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 19TH Baha (Rye), Peninsula Songriders Club. 8pm Beaches (Mornington), Karaoke Kool. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Trivia. 8pm THURSDAY DECEMBER 20TH Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia Night. 7pm Rye RSL (Rye), Chordettes. 8pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Uni night with resident DJs. 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm FRIDAY DECEMBER 21ST Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Ghost Orkid + El Moth. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Combo la Revalacion Latin Band. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’ (downstairs) & Acid Jacks & resident DJs (upstairs).

Beaches (Mornington), Shazam. 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Rhys Crimmin. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Lazy Joes (Rosebud), Paul Barry. 7.30pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pier Live (Frankston), The Australian Metallica Show (w British Steel, Iron Madness). 8pm Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red (w guest DJs). 9pm Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music. 8pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), Tres Hombres. 8pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Rob Amato & Lorenzo Ianotti. 8.30pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Cocktail Night (with Live Music). 9pm Trims (McCrae), Rob Papp. 6:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY DECEMBER 22ND Baha (Rye), Luke Legs & The Midnights Specials & Joel Havea Band. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), The Nymphs. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) and Rob & Tarquin live (downstairs).

9pm Beaches (Mornington), Disco (w DJ Lis). 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), El Moth & Ghost Orkid. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Lazy Joes (Rosebud), Jay McLean. 7.30pm Lucky 13 Garage (Moorabbin), Kieron McDonald Combo & Hanks Jalopy Demons. 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Dylan Boyd. 3pm Pelly Bar (Frankston), Quarry Mountain Dead Rats. 8pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Dan M (in Bistro) & GR8MOJO (in Sports Bar). 7pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Marty Williams Experiment Original 5 pce Band. 8.30pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Entertainment. 9pm Rye RSL (Rye), Joe Galea Band. 8pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Weeping Willows. 12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (Bistro from 6pm).

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SUNDAY DECEMBER 23RD Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues w Phil Para. 3pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), Steve Warner. 1pm Coast (Blairgowrie), Wilbur Wilde. 3pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Daveys (Frankston), Sunday Soultrain feat. Geoff Achison & the Soul Diggers. 2:30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Citrus Jam. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Holycow. 1pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Dean & Carruthers. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Cameron Oates.2pm Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach club band.

Red Hill Bakery (Balnarring), Red Hill Bakery Boys.1pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternooon sessions.

The Royal Hotel (Mornington),The Grand Wazoo, 3pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Calmer Miles. 12:30pm MONDAY DECEMBER 24TH Baha (Rye), The Baha Band. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), Olly & Scuzzi. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Slice n Dice. 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Harba (Mornington), Muso Night. 8pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), DJ Mic Newman. 2pm Social (Mornington), DJ Marky Mark. 9:30pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm TUESDAY DECEMBER 25TH Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 26TH Balanarring Hall (Balnarring), Balnarring Muso Night.

Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Rene Geyer (3pm) & Russell Morris (6pm).

THURSDAY DECEMBER 27TH Baha (Rye), Max Savage & The False Idols. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia night. 7pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Open Vinal. 7pm Rye RSL (Rye), Rainbow. 8pm Sandringham Hotel(Sandringham), Uni night with resident DJs. 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm FRIDAY DECEMBER 28TH Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Cash Savage & The Last Drinks. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Combo la Revalacion. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’ (downstairs) & Chardy, Holly J & resident DJs (upstairs).

Beaches (Mornington), $ingle Income. 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Rhys Crimmin. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pelly Bar (Frankston), Sub Atari Knives. 8pm Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red (w guest DJs). 9pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Jimi Hocking’s Blues Machine (3pm) & Absolutely 80’s (6pm).

Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music. 8pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Cocktail Night (with Live Music). 9pm The Atrium (Safety Beach), Club Creole.

Trims (McCrae), Mellere. 6.30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY DECEMBER 29TH Baha (Rye), Tiger n Me. 9pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) & Rob & Tarquin (downstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Momentum. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w

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Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Paul Woseen. 3pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Lloyd Spiegel (3pm) & Dan Kelly (6pm).

Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Dan M (in Bistro). 7pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Entertainment. 9pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Calmer Miles. 12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (from 6pm).

SUNDAY DECEMBER 30TH Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues Sundays feat Jimi Hocking.

3pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), Momentum. 1pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Daveys (Frankston), Sunday Soultrain. 2:30pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Nick Charles. 1pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Billy O’Neil & The Headliners. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Alex Burns. 2pm Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Stack Junior (3pm) & Blues Mountain (6pm).

Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach Club Band.

Red Hill Bakery (Balnarring), Ray Johns & The Red Hill Bakery Boys. 1pm Rosebud Hotel (R’bud), Josh Roydhouse (Bistro).2pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternooon sessions.

T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Lindsay Fields.12pm Trims (McCrae), Usual Suspects.

MONDAY DECEMBER 31ST - NEW YEARS EVE Baha (Rye), The Brow Horn Ochestra. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), Benny Watt. 9pm Beaches (Mornington), NYE Beach Party. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), Absolutely 80s.

8pm Daveys (Frankston), DJ Rohan & Taz. 9pm Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston), Secret Garden.5pm Harba (Mornington), Cocktail Party & DJs. 8pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), The Wizard & Oz. 1pm McCrae Pavillion (McCrae), Deck Party (w Roger Ramjet).

Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Kenny Walker (downstairs) & Funky Col (upstairs). 8pm Moringstar Estate (Mornington), Chris Doheny, The U2 Show, Australian Queen Tribute Show, Fireworks. 3pm Mornington RSL (Mornington), Bob James Band. 8pm Moonah Links Resort (Fingal), NYE Serenade. 6pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Joe Camilleri & The Black Sorrows (w DJ Mic Newman & James Ware). 6pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), Momentum. 7pm.

Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show & DJ Kaizer. 8pm Rye RSL (Rye), The Baby Boomers. 8pm Rosebud Country Club (Rosebud), NYE Carnival (w Live Music). 7pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), NYE Party, Bedrock (feat. Lee Harding). 8pm Rosebud RSL (Rosebud), Elvis Tribute Band ‘Memphis Nights’. 8.30pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Presidents Roots. 9pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Mid Life Crisis (feat.

Jimi Hocking, Mae Paker & Fabian Inman). 8pm Social (Mornington), DJ Chris P. 9pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm Three Palms (Sorrento), NYE Live Music, 7pm TUESDAY JANUARY 1ST – NEW YEARS DAY Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Nick Charles. 1pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), James Ware & Andy Hart. 8pm Southern Peninsula Arts Centre (Rosebud), Carnival of Animals. 9.30am Willow Creek (Merricks North), Hair of the Dog. 11.30am WEDNESDAY JANUARY 2ND Baha (Rye), Peninsula Songriders Club. 8pm Beaches (Mornington), Karaoke Kool. 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm Frankston Arts Ct (Frankston), Secret Garden. 7.30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Trivia. 8pm Main Ridge Est (Red Hill Sth), Chanson d’Amour. 6.45pm Port Phillip Estate (Red Hill South), Alwan. 8.30pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Phil Para & Band + Mick Thomas.

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THURSDAY JANUARY 3RD Baha (Rye), Quarry Mountain Dead Rats, 9pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Frankston Arts Ct (Frankston), Secret Garden. 7.30pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia night. 7pm Moorooduc Estate (Moorooduc), Clair de lune. 6pm Port Phillip Est (Red Hill Sth), Tim Stevens Trio. 8.30pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Uni night with resident DJs. 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm

FRIDAY JANUARY 4TH Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Saskwatch. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Combo la Revalacion Latin Band. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’ (downstairs) & Some Blonde DJ & resident DJs (upstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Two Phase. 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Frankston Arts Ct (Frankston), Secret Garden. 7.30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Loren. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Main Ridge Estate (Red Hill Sth), Chanson d’Amour. 6.45pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red (w guest DJs). 9pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Ross Wilson (3pm) & Jeff Lang (6pm).

Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music. 8pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach club band. 7pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Cocktail Night (with Live Music). 9pm Trims (McCrae), The Warrains.

Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY JANUARY 5TH Baha (Rye), Saskwatch. 9pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) & Rob & Tarquin (downstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Disco (w DJ Lis). 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston), The Secret Garden.

1.30pm & 7.30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Lazy Joes (Rosebud), Jay McLean. 7.30pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moorooduc Estate (Moorooduc), The Seasons. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Live Music. 3pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Collard Greens & Gravery (3pm) & Daryl Brathwaite (6pm).

Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Roadshow (in Bistro). 8pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Presidents Roots. 9pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Entertainment. 9pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm St John the Evangelist (Flinders), Latitude 37:Paris Quartets + Ludovico’s Band. 11.30am T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Calmer Miles. 12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (Bistro 6pm).

SUNDAY JANUARY 6TH Baha (Rye), Bonjah & Pierce Bros. 9pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues Sundays (feat. Lloyd Spiegal). 3pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), Seymour Sisters. 1pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Daveys (Frankston), Sunday Soultrain (feat. Jimi Hocking Blues Machine). 2:30pm Frankston Arts Ct (Frankston), Secret Garden. 1.30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Rhys Crimmin. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Marty Williams. 1pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Sunday Sessions. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Nick Charles. 2pm

MORNINGTON PENINSULA & BAYSIDE

musicians or venues email your FREE listing to gigguide@pearlmag.com.au by FEB 1 for inclusion in next issue Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Jade Macrae (3pm) & Matt Dwyer & The Magnatones (6pm).

Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach Club Band.

Red Hill Bakery (Balnarring), Ray Johns & The Red Hill Bakery Boys. 1pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Josh Roydhouse (Bistro). 2pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternooon Sessions.

Montalto (Red Hill South), Twilight Jazz. 7pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Sergio Ercole. 12:30pm MONDAY JANUARY 7TH Harba (Mornington), Muso Night (hosted by Cale Mason). 8pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm TUESDAY JANUARY 8TH Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9TH Balanarring Hall (Balnarring), Balnarring Muso Night. 8pm Beaches (Mornington), Karaoke Kool. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Trivia. 8pm THURSDAY JANUARY 10TH Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia Night. 7pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Uni Night (w Resident DJs). 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm FRIDAY JANUARY 11TH Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Live Music. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Combo la Revalacion Latin Band. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’ (downstairs) & Orchestrated plus guests (upstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Live Music. 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red (w guest DJs). 9pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Geoff Achison (3pm) & Tex Perkins (6pm) Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music. 8pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Cocktail Night (with Live Music). 9pm Trims (McCrae), Decasto. 6.30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY JANUARY 12TH Baha (Rye), Ganga Giri. 9pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) & Rob & Tarquin (downstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Live Music. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), El Moth. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Lazy Joes (Rosebud), Paul Barry. 7.30pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Live Music. 3pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Red Ink (3pm) & Owl Eyes (6pm).

Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Roadshow (in Bistro). 8pm Rosebud Memorial Hall (Rosebud), The King of Pop Show. 6pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Marty Williams Trio. 9pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Entertainment. 9pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Christo & Andrew.

12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (from 6pm).

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SUNDAY JANUARY 13TH Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues Sundays Live Music. 3pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), The Warrains. 1pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Daveys (Frankston), Sunday Soultrain feat. Phil Para Band.

2:30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Tim’s myth. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Mamma’s Mountain Jug Band.

1pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Sunday Sessions. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Blues Mountain Trio. 2pm Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Detonators + Ash Grunwald. 3.30pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach Club Band.

Red Hill Bakery (Balnarring), Ray Johns & The Red Hill Bakery Boys. 1pm Red Hill Showgrounds Reserve (Arthers Seat, Red Hill), Red Hill Country Music Festival. 9am Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Josh Roydhouse (Bistro). 2pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternooon Sessions.

T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Calmer Miles. 12:30pm MONDAY JANUARY 14TH Harba (Mornington), Muso Night (hosted by Cale Mason). 8pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm TUESDAY JANUARY 15TH Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm WEDNESDAY JANUARY 16TH Baha (Rye), Peninsula Songriders Club. 8pm Beaches (Mornington), Karaoke Kool. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Trivia. 8pm THURSDAY JANUARY 17TH Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia night. 7pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Uni Night (w Resident DJs). 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm FRIDAY JANUARY 18TH Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Kitto (Swedish Rockers). 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Combo la Revalacion Latin Band. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’ (downstairs) & Ladies Night with Holly J (upstairs). 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red (w guest DJs). 9pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Jimi Hocking Solo + Clair Bowditch. 3.30pm Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music. 8pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Cocktail Night (with Live Music). 9pm Trims (McCrae), Mellere. 6.30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY JANUARY 19TH Baha (Rye), Sticky Fingers. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Kiss n Pop The Left Show. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) & Rob & Tarquin (downstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Size Matters. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm

Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Rhys Crimmin. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Lazy Joes (Rosebud), Jay McLean. 7.30pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Live Music. 3pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Geoff Achison (3pm) & Jon Stevens (6pm).

Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Dan M (in Bistro) &GR8MOJO (in Sports Bar). 7pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Presidents Roots. 9pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Music. 9pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Calmer Miles. 12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (from 6pm).

SUNDAY JANUARY 20TH Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues Sundays (feat. Phil Para). 3pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), Sim Martin. 1pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Daveys (Frankston), Sunday Soultrain feat. Matt Dwyer & the Little Big Band. 2:30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Rhys Crimmin. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Carmen Salvador. 1pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Sunday Sessions. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Danny Burton. 2pm Moringstar Estate (Mornington), Red Hot Summer Tour (w Jimmy Barnes, Baby Animals, Ian Moss, Dragon & Chocolate Starfish). 1pm Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Collard Greens & Gravy. 3.30pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach Club Band.

Red Hill Bakery (Balnarring), Ray Johns & The Red Hill Bakery Boys. 1pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Josh Roydhouse (Bistro). 2pm Royal Hotel (Mornington), The Grand Wazoo. 3pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternooon Dessions.

T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Sergio Ercole. 12:30pm MONDAY JANUARY 21ST Harba (Mornington), Muso Night (hosted by Cale Mason). 8pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm TUESDAY JANUARY 22ND Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm WEDNESDAY JANUARY 23RD Balanarring Hall (Balnarring), Muso Night. 8pm Beaches (Mornington), Karaoke Kool. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Trivia. 8pm THURSDAY JANUARY 24TH Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Frankston Arts Ct (Frankston), Magical Extravaganza 1pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia night. 7pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Uni Night (w Resident DJs). 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm FRIDAY JANUARY 25TH Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Live Music. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Combo la Revalacion Latin Band. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’ (downstairs) & Timmy Trumpet (upstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), $ingle Inciome. 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Zevon. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red Fridays (w guest DJs). 9pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Mia Dyson (3pm) & Diesel (6pm).

Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music. 8pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Cocktail Night (with Live Music). 9pm

Trims (McCrae), Live entertainment. 6.30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY JANUARY 26TH Baha (Rye), Peace Pie & Papa Maul. 9pm Bartiste (Frankston), Kiss n Pop The Left Show. 8.30pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) & Rob & Tarquin (downstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington),Disco. 9pm Blues Train (Queenscliff), Phil Manning, Fiona Boyes, Jimi Hocking & Geoff Achison.

Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Dromana Estate (Tuerong), Music In The Vines. 9am Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Captain Spalding. 1pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Live Music. 3pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Even + Mark Seymour. 3.30pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Dan M (in Bistro). 7pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Live Music. 9pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Entertainment. 9pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Christo & Andrew.

12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (from 6pm).

SUNDAY JANUARY 27TH Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues Sundays feat Geoff Achison.

3pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), The McCraes. 1pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Daveys (Frankston), Sunday Soultrain (feat. Rockabilly Round Up, Billy O’Neil & Straight 8’s). 2:30pm Dromana Estate (Tuerong), Live Music in the Vines . 9am God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Rhys Crimmin and the Toms.

8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Heather Stewart. 1pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Sunday Sessions. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Spectrum. 2pm Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Portsea Hotel (Portsea), Future. 3.30pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach Club Band.

Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Josh Roydhouse (Bistro). 2pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternooon sessions.

T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Calmer Miles. 12:30pm MONDAY JANUARY 28TH Harba (Morn), Muso Night (hosted by Cale Mason). 8pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Kristy Cox. 1pm McCrae Pavillion (McCrae), Aussie BBQ Live Music. 3pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm TUESDAY JANUARY 29TH Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm WEDNESDAY JANUARY 30TH Baha (Rye), Peninsula Songriders Club. 8pm Beaches (Mornington), Karaoke Kool. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Trivia. 8pm THURSDAY JANUARY 31ST Baha (Rye), Kim Churchill. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), ‘Plugged In’ Showcase. 8pm Flanagans (Frankston), Bedrock & DJ Chris P. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Trivia night. 7pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), Open Vinal. 7pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Uni Night (w Resident DJs). 8.30pm Sands Hotel (Carrum Downs), Fudge Duo. 6pm Strike Bowling (Frankston), Resident DJ. 7pm FRIDAY FEBRUARY 1ST Backyard Bar (Mornington), James Gowans. 9pm Baha (Rye), Phil Para. 9pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Every Avenue. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), FriBays presents ‘RnB Room’

(downstairs) & Resident DJs (upstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Disco (w DJ Lis). 9pm Berettas Hotel (Langwarrin), Rob & Tarquin. 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Bayside Over 28s. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston), Grace Knight.

10.30am & 1.30pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Sonic Expedition. 8pm Grand Hotel (Frankston), Chris Griffiths. 6pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 5pm Heritage (Balnarring), Live Music. 7pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Milan Perkins (from 5pm) & Retro DJ (from 9:30pm) Pier Live (Frankston), Cherry Red (w guest DJs). 9pm Raffles @Mornington On Tanti (Mornington), Live Music.

8pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach Club Band. 7pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Fudge (in Sports Bar). 10pm Rye Hotel (Rye), ‘Mad Matty’ Karaoke Show. 8pm Social (Mornington), Friday 5’s with Simon Imrei (5-7pm) & DJ Matt Horner from 9:30pm Somerville Hotel (Somerville), Cocktail Night (with Live Music). 9pm Trims (McCrae), Warrains. 6.30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Karaoke & PK DJ in Formula Bar. 9pm SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2ND Baha (Rye), Carter Rollins. 9pm Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Live Music. 8pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), 23 Past. 9pm Bay Hotel (Mornington), DC Saturdays (with DJ Chris P & Marky Mark upstairs) & Rob & Tarquin (downstairs). 9pm Beaches (Mornington), Disco (w DJ Lis). 9pm Briars (Mt Martha), Blues at the Briars. 11am Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), HQ Saturdays (w Resident DJs). 9pm Continental Hotel (Sorrento), Live DJs. 9pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Simon Imrei. 2pm Cruze Club @The Grand Hotel (Mornington), Amazing local DJs (check Facebook for details). 9pm Daveys (Frankston), Superfly DJs, Sammy Dred, Piero & Guests. 9pm Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Austin Busch. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 10pm Lazy Joes (Rosebud), Live Music. 7.30pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Regulator Trio. 7pm Moonah Links (Fingal), Live Music. 3pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Dan M (in Bistro). 7pm RoseGPO (Rosebud), Live Music. 9pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Live Entertainment. 9pm Sandringham Hotel (Sandringham), Band-oake with Andrew Hosking. 9pm Social (Mornington), DJ Scott Gardner. 9:30pm T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Live Music. 12:30pm Westernport Hotel (Hastings), Colin Dodds (Bistro from 6pm).

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 3RD Baxter Tavern (Baxter), Jazz with Tommy Carter. 12pm Bay Hotel (Mordialloc), Salacious (from 5pm) & Rav Thomas (from 8:30pm) Bay Hotel (Mornington), Blues Sundays feat Jimi Hocking.

3pm Box Stallion (Merricks North), Simon Dodd & Josh Roydhouse. 1pm Cove Hotel (Patterson Lakes), Live Music. 2pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 4pm Harba (Mornington), Live Music. 4:30pm Heritage Tavern (Balnarring), Live Music. 3pm Hickinbotham (Dromana), Moonee Valley Drifters. 1pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Austin Busch. 8pm Longbeach Hotel (Chelsea), Dylan Boyd. 2pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Sunday Sessions. 2.30pm Morn Pen Brewery (Mornington), The McCraes. 2pm Pier 10 (Shoreham), Live Music. 12:30pm Ranelagh Club (Mt Eliza), On The Beach Club Band.

Red Hill Bakery (Balnarring), Ray Johns & The Red Hill Bakery Boys. 1pm Rosebud Hotel (Rosebud), Live Music (in Bistro). 2pm Rye Hotel (Rye), Sunday Afternoon Sessions.

T’Gallant Winery (Main Ridge), Live Music. 12:30pm MONDAY FEBRUARY 4TH Harba (Mornington), Muso Night (hosted by Cale Mason).

8pm Taco Bill (Mornington), Resident DJs. 8pm TUESDAY FEBRUARY 5TH Flanagans (Frankston), Party People Karaoke. 8pm Hapenny Bridge (Frankston), Live DJs. 9pm Harba (Mornington), Harba Tuesdays (w Live Music & DJs). 8pm Mentone Hotel (Mentone), Funky Bunch Trivia. 7:30pm WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 6TH Balanarring Hall (Balnarring), Balnarring Muso Night. 8pm Beaches (Mornington), Karaoke Kool. 9pm Chelsea Heights Hotel (Chelsea Heights), The Hump Day Project (w Resident DJs). 9pm God’s Kitchen (Mornington), Trivia. 8pm

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Rise Of The Guardians (DECEMBER 13TH) Hugh Jackman, Isla Fisher, Jude Law The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (DECEMBER 26TH) Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis Les Miserables (DECEMBER 26TH) Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway Wreck It Ralph (DECEMBER 26TH) John C. Reilly, Jane Lynch, Jack McBrayer Life Of Pi (JANUARY 1ST) Suraj Sharma, Adil Hussain Jack Reacher (JANUARY 3RD) Tom Cruise, Rossamund Pike, Robert Duvall Gangster Squad (JANUARY 10TH) Sean Penn, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone Paranorman (JANUARY 10TH) Anna Kendrick, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Kodi SmitMcPhee This Is 40 (JANUARY 17TH) Paul Rudd, Leslie Mann, Megan Fox Django Unchained (JANUARY 24TH) Jamie Foxx, Leonardo DiCaprio, Don Johnson

PENINSULA CINEMAS - A SUMMER OF FINE FILMS This Summer, Peninsula Cinemas is offering up a theatrical feast, with an impressive bunch of films due for release over December and January. December 26 sees the release of one of the most anticipated films of the year, J R R Tolken’s The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. The series will, as per Lord Of The Rings, contains a few movies, all shot within a short time frame and directed by Peter Jackson.

Also on offer, following the madness of Xmas and New Year’s Eve, will be The Life Of Pi, released on January 1. The film is an American adventure/drama, based on Yann Martel’s 2001 novel of the same name, telling the story of a 16-year old boy named Piscine Molitor “Pi” Patel, who gets stranded in a lifeboat after a shipwreck in which his family dies, with a

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Bengal tiger named Richard Parker.

Both films are perfect for the whole family, and form just two of the exciting movies to be screened on the Peninsula, this Summer, so book your tickets now via phone or now using the brand new ‘book online’ feature, via their website. The link to pre-purchase tickets can be found on the homepage, giving you the option of choosing either cinema, before choosing which film and specific session time. It’s that easy!

Fill your calendar with a selection of fine, family friendly films at Peninsula Cinemas. Find them at Rosebud Parade, Rosebud or Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento. For all the info and up to date session times, plus to utilise the brand new online ticket booking system, visit www.peninsulacinemas.com.au.

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The Guilt Trip (JANUARY 24TH) Seth Rogan, Barbara Streisand Flight (JANUARY 31ST) Denzel Washington, John Goodman, Don Cheadle The Silver Linings Playbook (JANUARY 31ST) Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Jennifer Lawrence Hansel And Gretel: Witch Hunters (FEBRUARY 7TH) Jeremy Renner, Famke Janssen, Gemma Arterton Lincoln (FEBRUARY 7TH) Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David Strathairn

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For a fun twist on the outdoor cinema experience,Baha presents their very first ‘Spa Party’, giving those keen the opportunity to enjoy some great films, in the comfort of one of eight hot tubs!

Coming to the iconic venue on Wednesdsay December 19, and running until Sunday December 23, the party will kick off with a screening of Almost Famous, with Superbad and The Fifth Element amongst the movies to follow in the days after. Each night, Mexican dinner will be served from 7pm, after which you can grab a spot in a spa and wait for your film to start. Baha will have eight spas set up in their beer garden and, what’s more, staff will bring you drinks! You won’t have to miss any of the film, no matter which screening you attend!

You can just get dinner and a movie if you wish to skip the spas, or if you are only interested in the spas, check out the live music in the front bar and then head in for the spa party afterwards. Remember to bring a towel, though!

PENNY IVISON Spa Party Movies & Dates: Wednesday 19 December - Almost Famous Thursday 20 December - Ong Bak Friday 21 December - Superbad Saturday 22 December - The Fifth Element Sunday 23 December - Howls Moving Castle Cost: $35 for dinner, movie and spa; $25 for dinner and movie; $10 for spa party (after dinner and movie are finished). Tickets available through moshtix, or on the door.

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PLOS Musical Productions are set to wow audiences once again with their latest production, The Secret Garden. This classic children’s story has been translated into a Tony Award winning musical full of pathos, drama and intrigue.

The Secret Garden follows the story of ten- year old Mary Lennox. Living in India with her parents in an English ex patriots colony, she wakes one morning to find her parents and all the other English residents have been killed by cholera.

She’s quickly transported to her Uncles’ mansion in Yorkshire without being given the slightest explanation. Her life changes further in this new setting as she has to adapt to a colourful cast of characters who are less than warm to welcome her. It’s not until she discovers a long lost cousin

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and the key to a secret garden that things start to look up. With the key to happiness in her hand, her life starts to blossom anew.

A talented cast from Frankston, the Peninsula and further afield is led by by Eliza Bennetts O’Connor of Woodleigh School playing Mary.

Award winning scenic and set designers join superb costume designers and a whole host of on stage and backstage talent. Hats off to the terrific orchestra too.

Opening at the Frankston Arts Centre on Monday, December 31 at 5 pm. It plays Wednesday, January 2 to Saturday, January 5 at 7:30 with extra matinee shows on Saturday, January 5 and Sunday, January 6 at 1:30.

Bookings on 9784 1060 or www.thefac.com.au.

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2012 has been an exceptionally good year in Peninsula arts.

World- class gallery exhibitions, theatre and arts programs from traditional to the outer edge of arty, Peninsula screen gems and local arts festivals have inspired the Peninsula. Our local galleries have held stimulating exhibitions month after month. We are going from strength to strength in producing, promoting and enjoying arts on the Peninsula.

It has been a real pleasure to meet, interview and write about an incredibly varied array of visual artists, writers, photographers, sculptors, actors, dancers, and proprietors of arts establishments.

Being Arts Editor is about more than just writing and editing. It’s about connecting audiences with the arts. A bit of sleuthing is required to discover all the hidden gems in the Peninsula arts scene. At times the stories come to me, but I often have to go looking and the thrill is often in the chase.

In wrapping up the year, I’d like to thank all the amazing arts-related people I’ve met and had the pleasure of working with. Thanks to advertisers for supporting us and sharing their events, staff for working so hard and, of course you, the readers. May your Christmas be merry and your New Year be filled with arts and happiness.

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Art Haven is a brand new artists’ collective on the Mornington Peninsula aiming to connect like-minded artists in a communal space in which they can teach, learn, socialize, work and sell their art.

Hoping to form a network of creative minds, Art Haven members wish to share their ideas and inspiration with each other in a supportive and nurturing studio space. To this end, they offer art classes in all mediums in an encouraging and non-judgmental environment providing positive feedback and direction. Currently, Art Haven offers nine different classes a week catering to all ages and abilities from beginners to advanced. They want to expand their program next year bringing in high calibre visiting and local artists. Tuition

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can be individualized, take place in a small group, workshops or demonstrations.

Offering representation and promotion through their gallery, website, advertising, consultation and facilitated marketing, Art Haven seeks to raise the profile of its artists enhancing their individual goals as well as the aims of the collective.

On Friday, December 14 from 7 – 9 pm, the artists at Art Haven will be exhibiting their latest work in a show entitled Fluid. They are hoping to attract patrons as passionate about acquiring original art as their artists are about creating it. Come see these ardent new artists at 350 Bentons Road, Moorooduc. Contact Lorin Randall 0412 660 495 or email: lorin@arthaven.com.au ANDREA LOUISE THOMAS

Artist, Karen Erasmus, is in the enviable position of working at her dream job as a children’s book illustrator. From her little studio in Mt. Eliza, Erasmus creates the most exquisite picture book characters.

A mother of three girls and former primary school teacher, she says, “I’ve always liked doing children – centred pictures. It’s exactly what I wanted to do when I left the illustration course, but everyone said it was too hard.” Her passion paid off after completing that course.

She sent some of her portfolio illustrations to several publishers. Hachette Publishing loved her style and has hired her to illustrate three books. The first one, “A Night Before Christmas” has just come out. Combining her contemporary illustration with the traditional story brings a modern Aussie flavour to the book. Her style captures the innocence and playfulness of childhood in a very sweet and accessible way.

Prior to illustrating books, Erasmus had exhibited in art shows around the Peninsula winning some prizes and gaining a reputation for her remarkably realistic portraits in charcoal, pastel, watercolours and acrylic.

Moving to Australia from England eight years ago, Erasmus has clearly found her calling in picture books. That said, she’s happy to accept commissions doing spot illustrations for posters, cards, invitations and any other child – centred work.

Gallery website: www.karenerasmus. wordpress.com, blog: www.karenerasmus. weebly.com or contact via facebook: Karen Erasmus Illustration and Portraiture. “The Night Before Christmas” (© 2012 Lothian Children’s Books/Hachette) can be found at Farrell’s Book Shop in Mornington and Robinsons Book Shop in Frankston.

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My Word I want to give you a word you can keep, to hold in your pocket and taste on your tongue when the world is cold and you’re feeling numb.

I want to give you a word with layers deep you can nestle beneath, so you’ll curl up with letters and whisper sounds in your sleep.

PHENOMENAL PROGRAM FOR 2013 Frankston Art Centre’s VIP launch of the 2013 Program on Wednesday, November 28 delightfully combined music, comedy, film and dance. As the theatre filled, the audience was abuzz with anticipation.

Virtuoso guitarists, the Grigoryan brothers opened the evening with a gorgeous instrumental number. Actress and comedienne, Evelyn Krape hosted the event.

Her quirky monologue and interpretive dance routine had the audience in stitches. The evening closed with a brilliant performance

by Melbourne’ Ballet’s Principal Dancer, Sharon Fernandez.

Once again, Manager, Robin Batt, has chosen an eclectic and varied mix of performances.

Her continued bravery in taking risks with some of those choices is to be commended.

Next year’s line up caters to all age groups offering an exceptionally diverse program.

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I want to give you a word to take home, to tuck under your shirt and keep close to your chest, to wear on a string and warm by your breast.

Theatre about food and art join performances featuring break dance, basketball and BMX. Bell Shakespeare stands next to The Bangarra Dance Theatre. Noel and Gertie revives Noel Coward. Koori actor, Jack Charles and charismatic African actor, Terry Yeboah, deliver tour de force performances in new one -man shows. Favourites return and new stars are born, but this is one killer line up.

Become a member of the FAC and have the opportunity to buy tickets in advance, receive discount ticket offers, preferential seating, deferred payment options, and invitation to special events. Help keep this incredibly diverse arts centre going by making a donation. Pick up the new 2013 program. Get down to the Frankston Arts Centre to be a part of cutting edge art, theatre, music and dance. 9784 1060 www. thefac.com.au ANDREA LOUISE THOMAS

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What a stellar line-up of performances we have in store for 2013! Take a sneak peek at what we have planned for the new season: Peña Flamenca | Ventana Fiesta | Saturday 9 February Grigoryan Brothers | Thursday 14 March Food | Belvoir and Force Majeure | Friday 22 March 360 Allstars | Onyx Productions and Gene Peterson | Saturday 6 April Boxman | If Theatre | Thursday 18 April Jack Charles V The Crown | ILBIJERRI Theatre Company | Wednesday 1 May Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow | Sunday 5 May Noël and Gertie | a CDP production | Thursday 20 June Art | Blue Cow Theatre | Thursday 4 July On Air | Melbourne Ballet Company | Friday 26 & Saturday 27 July Happy As Larry | Shaun Parker & Company | Wednesday 7 August The Comedy Of Errors | Bell Shakespeare and State Theatre Company of South Australia | Saturday 17 August

Presents...”Fluid” “Opening Night” Friday 14th Dec 7-9pm Sat 15th 10-4pm & Sun 16th Dec 10-3pm 350 Bentons Road, Moorooduc

I want to give you a word I’ve folded in two, to place on your pillow, hide in your suitcase, or set free from a window like an origami bird.

Arthaven is an inclusive new Peninsula Arts Collective that encourages, educates, promotes and actively engages its artists, teachers and students. We offer an array of art tuition and workshops, where our artists produce innovative, affordable and accessible art in a welcoming gallery space.

I want to give you a word that blossoms like a lotus in rain, so its sighing petals will lessen your pain.

I want to give you this word, my word, for you to keep—no need for it to be returned.

Just take it; don’t speak.

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I Love You, Bro | La Boite Theatre Company | Tuesday 20 & Wednesday 21 August Kinship | Bangarra Dance Theatre | Wednesday 4 September Cosi fan Tutte | Melbourne Opera | Saturday 14 September A Midsummer Night’s Dream | Melbourne Symphony Orchestra | Saturday 26 October When Dad Married Fury | Christine Harris & HIT Productions | Wednesday 13 November Children’s Shows: Sticks, Stones, Broken Bones | Saturday 23 March Muckheap | Thursday 23 May Possum Magic | Wednesday 3 July

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WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH ARTS AND CULTURE LITERARY ARTS AND ARTS LECTURES: PENINSULA POETS SOCIETY MEETING First Saturday monthly 11 am to 12: 30 pm from Feb. 2, 2013 (no meeting in January) @ Mornington Peninsula Library Meeting Room. Contact: Andrea 0435 120 297 peninsulapoets@gmail. com, facebook, Twitter, YouTube FELLOWSHIP OF AUSTRALIAN WRITERS: MORNINGTON PENINSULA BRANCH Third Sunday monthly 1:45 pm @ Community Contact House (Mornington) Margaret 9781 1231 peninsulafaw@yahoo.com.au PENINSULA POETS’ POETRY SLAM Fourth Sunday monthly 3 to 5 pm from Jan. 27 (no slam in December) @ B’Artiste Bar and Lounge (Frankston) Prizes!

Contact: Andrea 0435 120 297 peninsulapoets@gmail.com , facebook, Twitter, YouTube

VISUAL ARTS:

Studio @ PCT Wilson Road, (Mornington) Opening night tickets: www.morningtonartshow.com.au MANYUNG AT MT. ELIZA PRESENTS Until Dec 30. Annual Christmas Art Show featuring Tracey Keller and many more artists.

From Jan. 4 a new group exhibition opens. Manyung Gallery 1408 Nepean Hwy, (Mt. Eliza) 9787 2953 www.manyunggallery. com.au.

OAK HILL GALLERY Until December 27 Deck the Walls an affordable art show plus Seasons 2 @Oak Hill Gallery Mornington-Tyabb Rd, (Mornington) 5973 4299 www.oakhillgallery.com.au OAK HILL GALLERY’S PENINSULA POSTCARDS TRAVELING EXHIBITION From Jan. 1 – 31st @ Quarantine Station Hospital @ 3 Pt. Nepean Park, Portsea To join in exhibition email:art@ oakhillgallery.com.au

MC CLELLAND GALLERY Janet Laurence: The Alchemical Garden of Desire and Aftermath: Landscape Photographs by John Gollings from Black Saturday.

Exhibitions run until March 3, 2013 @ McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park (Langwarrin). 9789 1671 www.mcclellandgallery. com

PHOTOGRAPHER TOBIAS TITZ PRESENTS MARTUMILI ARTISTS Until Thursday Jan. 29 Melbourne -based German photographer’s Martumili Artists are on the Curved Wall, Main Foyer @ Frankston Arts Centre, Davey St Frankston

MORNINGTON PENINSULA REGIONAL GALLERY PRESENTS THE ART OF SCIENCE From Dec. 13 to Feb. 17 Remarkable natural history illustrations from Museum Victoria. Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery Dunns Rd, (Mornington) 5975 4399 www.mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au

WORKSHOPS AND DEMONSTRATIONS: STUDIO SORRENTO ART UNTUTORED LIFE DRAWING CLASSES Saturdays 2 -4 pm during school term (Sorrento) Contact: Ngaire 5984 5176 0419 574 971

VISION SPLENDID: LANDSCAPES OF PHILIP ISLAND AND WESTERN PORT From Dec. 13 to Feb. 17 Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery Dunns Rd, (Mornington) 5975 4399 www.mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au

PAS OIL PORTRAIT WORKSHOP WITH CATHY VAN EE Sunday, Dec. 16 from 10 am – 3:30 pm @ Peninsula Arts Society 157 Overport Rd, (Frankston South) Contact: Ruth 9787 6103 www.peninsulaartssocity.org.au or facebook.

ARTHAVEN PRESENTS FLUID Friday, Dec. 14 from 7- 9 pm, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 15 &16 from 10 am – 5 pm New artists collective presents their work. Art Haven 350 Bentons Road, Moorooduc. Enquiries: Lorin Randall 0412 660 496

PAS OILS WORKSHOP WITH GLENN HOYLE Sunday, Jan. 13 from 10 am - 3:30 pm @ Peninsula Arts Society 157 Overport Rd, (Frankston South) Contact: Ruth 9787 6103 www.peninsulaartssociety.org.au or facebook.

MANYUNG AT SORRENTO From Dec. 15 Craig Penny is exhibiting and from Jan.12 Jenny Riddle will be on display.

Manyung Gallery 113a Ocean Beach Rd,(Sorrento) 9787 2953 http://manyunggallery.com.au

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PATCHWORK ART SHOW Wednesday, Jan. 9 to Friday, Jan. 11 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm at St. Peter’s Anglican Church (Mornington) Contact Gill Gordon 0407 878 656 ROTARY CLUB OF SORRENTO ANNUAL ART SHOW Friday, Jan. 11 to Monday, Jan. 14 from 10 am to 4 pm @ The Sorrento Community Centre Contact: Martin Briggs: 0419 040 045 41st ANNUAL MORNINGTON ROTARY ART SHOW Friday, January 18 from 7 pm Opening night gala. Continues until Sunday, January 27 from 10 – 6 daily free of charge at The

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PLOS PRESENTS THE SECRET GARDEN Opens Monday, Dec. 31st at 5 pm. Continues Wednesday, Jan. 2 to Saturday, Jan. 5 at 7:30 with matinees on Saturday, Jan. 5 and Sunday, Jan. 6 a 1:30 pm @ Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston) Bookings: 9784 1060 www.thefac.com.au THE KING OF POP SHOW STARRING TJ CAPOLLA Saturday, Jan. 12 at 7pm. Winner of Today Show quest for best Michael Jackson impersonator @ Rosebud Memorial Hall Contact Amy: 0411 642 957

NICOLE JACKSON PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP FOR SECONDARY STUDENTS AT OAK HILL GALLERY Thursday, Jan. 17 from 9:30 am to noon for ages 13-14 and 12:30 – 3 pm for ages 15-18. Bookings: classes@oakhillgallery. com.au DAY OF DEMOS AT PENINSULA ARTS SOCIETY Sunday, Jan. 27 from 10 am - 3:30 pm @ Peninsula Arts Society 157 Overport Rd, (Frankston South)Contact: Ruth 9787 6103 SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM AT OAK HILL GALLERY: CREATIVE KIDZ CLUB Classes in painting, sculpting, printmaking, drawing and more.

Bookings: classes@oakhillgallery.com.au IMPRO CLUB WITH CAROLE PATULO Wednesdays from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Improvisation classes @ Southern Peninsula Arts Centre (Rosebud) 5986 8204 www.rsc. vic.edu.au/SPACwhatson.html

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OTHER EVENTS: AUSTRALIAN CHRISTMAS SPIRIT: THE AUSTRALIAN GIRLS CHOIR Friday, Dec. 14 at 10:30 at and 1:30pm @ Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston) Bookings: 9784 1060 www.thefac.com.au

SILVERS CIRCUS Friday, Dec. 28, 2012 to Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013 @ Village Green in Rosebud Contact: 0417 593 421 www.silverscircus.com.au FRANKSTON WATERFRONT FESTIVAL Saturday, Jan. 19 and Sunday, Jan. 20 from 10 am to 10 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 6pm on Sunday. Free entertainment, art displays, music, stalls and family fun. www.frankston.vic.gov.au MUSICAL MATINEES PRESENTS GRACE KNIGHT Friday, Feb. 1 at 10:30 and 1:30 @ Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston) Bookings: 9784 1060 www.thefac.com.au

THEATRE: DIVA @ LARGE PRESENTS HIGHLIGHTS FROM ‘MAN OF LA MANCHA’ Sunday, Dec. 16 at noon. Fundraising event soiree and three - course meal. Veraison @ Blue Stone Lane Winery (Merricks North) Tickets 5989 7081 www.veraisonrestaurant.com.au

Manyung Gallery, Mt. Eliza’s annual Christmas Art Show is not to be missed.

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OH WHAT A NIGHT Thursday, Feb 7 at 8pm. A musical tribute to Franki Valli and the Four Seasons @ Frankston Arts Centre (Frankston) Bookings: 9784 1060 www.thefac.com.au

SANDSCULPTING AUSTRALIA PRESENTS UNDER THE SEA From Dec. 26, 2012 to April 28, 2013 from 10 am to 7pm (summer hours). www.sandstormevents.net

ACTING CLASSES WITH HARRIET JAMES OF THE ACTOR’S SHED Monday and Thursday nights 7-10pm, Sat 10am-1pm Intro to Meisner Technique & next level Intensive (beginners welcome) 10 weeks Bookings essential. Also: Fri mornings 6-8am/ 9-11am Acting exercises for Energy and Wellness and Acting for Kids Saturdays 1.30-3.30pm, Thurs 4-5, Acting for Teens 5-6.30pm @ Dromana Uniting Church Hall (Dromana) Contact: Harriet for more class choices 0487 918 015

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MORAN ARTS FOUNDATION FREE KIDS (AGED 10-12) PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP AT OAK HILL GALLLERY Tuesday, Jan. 15 from 9 am to 3 pm. Kids workshop with professional photographer. www.moranprizes2012.com.au or www.oakhillgallery.com.au Bookings: classes@oakhillgallery. com.au

Offering the year’s biggest selection of art and artists displaying a dizzying array of delightful works including: jewellery, sculpture, giftware, prints and original paintings.

Interesting and affordable pieces are available to all budgets just in time for the holidays.

January 4, 2013, a new exhibition opens featuring sculpture and drawings by Englishman, Stephen Glassborrow, along with Parisian inspired paintings by Polish artist, Marek Wilinski. Artist –in- residence, Terence J. Hadler, presents his women of the outback. Legendary larrikin, Peter Russell Clarke translates his hilarious adventures into art.

Sister gallery, Manyung at Sorrento, shows Craig Penny from December 15 then Jenny Riddle is on display from January 12. See Manyung website for more details.

Come down and enjoy at Manyung Gallery 1408 Nepean Hwy, Mt Eliza. Ring 9787 2953 or go to: www.manyunggallery.com.au

MC CULLOCH & MC CULLOCH ABORIGINAL ART CHRISTMAS GIFT @ APPLESTICK Until Dec. 16 from 11 am to 4 pm Interesting and unusual art gift offerings @ Applestick Contemporary Art Frankston-Flinders Rd, Balnarring Ring: 5989 8282 www.mccullochandmcculloch. com.au

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AMAGOA TRAVELING ART

Aboriginal and Modern Art Gallery of Australia (AMAGOA) is the largest travelling Aboriginal art show in Australia. Representing over sixty artists Australia wide, AMAGOA’s travelling exhibitions feature some 200 distinctive works across a wide array of artistic styles.

Sorrento and Peninsula residents are in for a treat when AMAGOA comes to town from January 23, 2013 until January 30, 2013. Art aficionados can appreciate this amazing art at the Sorrento Community Centre from 10 am until 5:30 pm daily.

AMAGOA has been taking their art on the road for four years delivering art to its audience, though they also have a private gallery in South Yarra. Building strong relationships with artists is their priority. Members of ART TRADE, and signatories of the Australian Government’s Art Code, AMAGOA assures its patrons of the provenance of is art and that all original work is purchased directly from artists adhering to strict guidelines on ethics and fairness.

AMAGOA Curator, Roy Allan, delights in the diversity of Indigenous artists and marvels at their ability to prolifically produce high quality work. More than just art, their work represents cultural preservation, visual storytelling, ancestral lineage and translation of the dreamtime.

Purchasing this art maintains cultural sustainability.

Feature artist at Sorrento is Kamahi Djordon King, 2011 CAL Victorian Indigenous Art Award winner. For art and the stories behind the art and artists, see this show.

AMAGOA Exhibition at Sorrento Community Centre at 860 Melbourne Rd from January 23 to 30, 2013 www.amagoa.com ANDREA LOUISE THOMAS

FOCUS ON PRIZE WINNING CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHER UP TO Award winning Melbourne-based photographer, Tobias Titz, is exhibiting his striking black and white portrait exhibition, Martumili Artists on the Curved Wall Gallery at the Frankston Arts Centre.

From a remote region of the Great Sandy Desert in Western Australia, Martumili artists have shared in the creative process etching images of their country into Polaroid film in a collaborative creation with the photographer.

Tobias Titz was one of four joint winners in the Moran Contemporary Photography Prize 2012. He also won the Museums and Galleries National Awards 2012 in the temporary exhibitions category.

Three of his portraits will be illuminating the light boxes in White Street bringing the faces of these Indigenous artists into the streets of Frankston. Martulmili Artists is on display until January 31, 2013.

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It’s been an exciting year, the new arts and culture strategy was adopted by Council in September and is soon to be published. It is currently available from the Shire’s website http://www.mornpen. vic.gov.au/ Let’s close 2012 by reviewing some of the many local and celebratory events; festivals, performances, exhibitions, markets, fairs, talks and workshops, films, dance and music we have enjoyed.

Of the Peninsula’s 720 kilometres of 44 towns and villages there has been sharing and collecting of local stories, histories and

authors voices, writing groups established, ‘poetry bombing’ events, anthologies published and regular ‘Live & Local’ readings held.

The choirs and singing groups and musical theatre productions presented in halls, theatres and radio studios. In July, we welcomed the first of a three year Orchestra Victoria program of classical music tuition for our youth. This year sees the 6th Peninsula Summer Music Festival with a wonderful program of musical talent to catch at the closing of one year and the beginning of another.

The Peninsula Short Film Festival and acting school, a great new initiative, with so many wonderful actors living on the peninsula we have the opportunity to learn from the best.

There is life drawing sessions held from Sorrento, Red Hill, Rosebud to Mornington. Paint-out trips from Point Nepean to Mount Eliza, Flinders and Baxter and everywhere in between. The growing trail of artists’ studios opens to the public along with a variety of styles on display at any one of the Peninsula’s galleries.

The Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery (MPRG) and its long standing reputation for presenting museum and contemporary visions in visual art, craft and sculpture have had a big year with more to come. For June 2013 and October 2014 the gallery has secured the ‘Archibald’ prize exhibition from the Art Gallery of NSW. Subsequently proposals are for a broad stroke of the brush with our towns and villages invited to produce something that would befit the visit of this esteemed exhibition. A highlight of the June 2013 program will be the Oak Hill Community Cooperative and Gallery who will be expanding on their annual ‘Little Archies’ show and in partnership with the Mornington Chamber of Commerce will collaborate a display of artworks in shop windows. Contact art@ oakhillGallery.org.au.

Point Nepean will present an artists teaching/mentoring program with outcomes to form part of the June 2013 Archibald ‘roadshow’.

The Communities that Care Youth teams have been working with communities on skate park improvements & design, visual arts, music and dance events.

A music festival is in the pipeline for June 2013 and if you would like to host an event then send an enquiry to Melanie.s@ MorningtonChamber.com.au, publisher@pearlmag.com.au or myself andrea.ebsworth@mornpen.vic.gov.au.

Schools continue to present their traditional fairs, fetes; school plays and public projects that contribute to our strong connections and links to place.

December 6 saw the unveiling of the Mornington 150th sculpture by Peninsula artist Gwen Bridges Mulder and the 2nd of our street art projects at Mount Eliza Secondary for the walls of the Community House concludes a very busy year.

My parting words for the year is get into the cultural landscape, partake of our creative and cultural industries. Buy handmade for Christmas! Have music with your lunch, take a walk around a sculpture park, enjoy art with your wine and contemplate one of our many artisan’s mixed visions. Use that handcrafted piece of glass or ceramics and feel connected to the maker. Take advantage of Our Libraries and visit the foyer exhibition space which currently has selected works from the Peninsula Studio Trail on display, pick up a flyer from the arts information wall and of course check out the arts blog www.artsonthepeninsula.wordpress.com/

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MERRY CHRISTMAS & AN AUSPICIOUS NEW YEAR - ANDREA EBSWORTH

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ALSO ON AT McCLELLAND:

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ABORIGINAL WORKSHOPS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Join local Aboriginal artists in their studio at Baluk Arts in Mornington and with the artists’ assistance make your own creation to take home with you. Create your very own carved emu egg or woodburn design on your own returnable boomerang then learn how to throw it a nearby oval. Have access to traditional materials like kangaroo teeth, echidna quills, seeds and emu feathers to make your own piece of jewellery.

Saturday 5th January Tuesday 8th January Saturday 12th January Tuesday 15th January Thursday 17th January Saturday 19th January Tuesday 22nd January

Natural Jewellery 1pm-4pm $75 Boomerang Burning & Throwing 10am-12pm $50 Basket weaving 10am - 4pm $120 Boomerang Burning & Throwing 2pm-4pm $50 Emu Egg Carving 10am-4pm $180 Boomerang Burning & Throwing 10am-12pm $50 Natural Jewellery 10am-1pm $75

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To make a booking or for more information please call us on 5975 5000 or email info@ balukarts.org.au All profits go to providing art materials, studio space and development opportunities for Aboriginal artists.

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Winner of the $100, 000 cash McClelland Award for Sculpture is Adelaide artist, Greg Johns with his massive modernist metal ring At the Centre (There is Nothing).

It’s red rusted steel is perfectly suited to the McClelland natural bush and grassland environment.

As this prestigious award is acquisitive, At the Centre will now take its place along McClelland’s striking sculpture trail.

See all 35 finalists’ work until July 14 at McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery. Entry free. www. mcclellandgallery.com

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While you are enjoying participating in our workshops, browse the local handmade Aboriginal artworks created in the studio by our artists.

PICTURED: - Baluk Arts Directors, artists and staff at Baluk Arts in Mornington.

Baluk Arts is at 6 Bruce Street, Mornington and is supported by the Victorian Government through Arts Victoria and by the Australian Government through the Office for The Arts Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support program. www.balukarts.org.au

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IN THE BACKYARD AGAIN

Sarah Bollenberg and Adam Tonki of Bartiste Theatre Collective have formed a duo and called themselves The Backyardigans. For their final show of the year at Bartiste, they will be performing A Cascade of Christmas Crap, an ode to the excesses of Christmas, told through cabaret numbers, short theatre pieces by Cerise DeGelda and Christmas trivia. Prizes are set to punctuate the night with the latter, which certainly makes for a must-see – and hopefully must win experience.

Next year, the Bartiste Theatre Collective may expand, so they are interested in hearing from any local actors, writers or directors, especially aspiring male actors. Contact the group through Bartiste (the bar), or via the Bartiste Theatre Collective facebook at www. facebook.com/BartisteTheatreCollective.

Catch A Cascade Of Christmas Crap on December 20 at Bartiste, Rossmith Lane, Frankston. Tickets are $15, available at the door, with the evening kicking off at 8pm.

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Residents of the Mornington Peninsula are fortunate to have on their doorstep a premier art gallery housing one of Australia’s leading collections of 20th and 21st century works on paper. In addition to its own fine art collection, the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery hosts and curates an astonishing variety of exhibitions and public programs across all the visual arts.

From contemporary to controversial to conservative, it is fair to say that the gallery offers something for everyone. This is no coincidence. It is a well thought out strategy to make art accessible to all people.

At the head of a highly motivated and energetic team is Director, Jane Alexander who likens being a gallery director to being the conductor of an orchestra. She directs, encourages and supports her staff. A hands - on director, she works incredibly hard to make sure every aspect of an exhibition or program is considered. She likes to keep her finger of the pulse of all that goes on.

Alexander has been the driving force in bringing consistently high standard programs and exhibitions to the MPRG. This year’s landmark Roy Lichtenstein: Pop Remix exhibition was a huge success. Last year’s splendid Sea of Dreams exhibition, curated

by Alexander and Senior Curator, Rodney James, was widely attended and appreciated.

As a result of meticulous planning, serious

persistence, first class reputation building and a touch of luck, Alexander and team have managed to procure the Archibald Prize at the MPRG for 2013 and 2014 as its exclusive Victorian venue. This will be the first time the MPRG has hosted this exhibition. The Art Gallery of New South Wales is very particular about which galleries receive their exhibition and only a gallery with a first class reputation and the ability ‘to deliver’ hosts it.

Under Alexander’s direction the gallery is making all kinds of new changes. Programs such as this year’s Meet the Artists talk for the National Works on Paper exhibition, Live Music at the MPRG and Young at Art were three new ideas green lighted by Alexander and run by the outstanding Olimpia Rosenblum, Education and Public Programs Coordinator. The gallery is also in the process of updating its website, reconfiguring gallery space and rebranding its logo.

The MPRG has come a long way from its humble beginnings in 1971 tucked away in a little council owned house on Vancouver Street exhibiting in two rooms. Thanks to the Mornington Peninsula Shire for funding and supporting a now first class gallery in a spectacular setting. If you haven’t been to the MPRG yet, go. The Archibald Prize will be on exhibition at the MPRG from June 8 to July 7, 2013. Ring 5975 4395 or go to http:// mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au to find out what’s on.

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YOUTH SHINE AT ROTARY ART SHOW For forty - one years the Rotary Club of Mornington’s annual art show has exhibited an awe- inspiring array of artists across the spectrum from emerging to established.

Some have come from across the nation and others from around the corner, but especially impressive this year is a crop of local secondary school VCE student artists.

Two particular standouts are Bethany Walravens and Laine Sacuzzo, both from Toorak College. Their work is mature and insightful beyond their years. Walravens created a work entitled Vielliessement (French for aging). She states, “I wanted to portray the physical change that is experienced as we grow and the things that define us at different times… I am also delving slightly into the way our past motives can influence our future selves.” Sacuzzo’s work, A Plastic Life, pictures three fractured faces of a young girl. Could it represent the disintegration of the feminine through pressures to be beautiful at any cost? These are only two of many extraordinarily talented

student artists whose work is worth a long look.

On the other end of the professional spectrum is feature artist, Jayne Henderson, a Victorian painter of iconic coastal scenes and bush landscapes whose work is consistently popular. Artwork in pen and ink, watercolour, oil, acrylic, and mixed media are for sale. All money raised from this show goes to help worthy charities locally and abroad.

Mornington Art Show opens on Friday, January 18, 2013 at 7:00 pm at The Studio @ PCT located at Nepean Highway and Wilsons Road, Mornington. Live music, refreshments and finger foods on offer during this special opening night event. The remainder of the show, which continues daily through Sunday, January 27 from 10 am to 6 pm, is free of charge. www. morningtonartshow.com.au.

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LIMITED EDITIONS PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE To celebrate the first 35 years of the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach, The Surfworld Museum in Torquay set up a commemorative display of memorabilia which was on display for 12 months.

As part of that display, Balnarring artist and portrait painter, Ron Roach produced a triptych in oil and acrylic to capture the winner for each of those years.

Assisted by Bob Smith, Rip Curl historian, who sourced relevant material, Ron spent most of 2006 creating his work. The final piece was put in place after the Easter of 2007 when Taj Burrow won that event.

The three panels, each measuring 1.2m x 1.8 m, are currently on display at the Ron Roach Gallery in Balnarring. Limited Edition Prints of the original are available in a number of sizes and formats, either behind glass or on stretched canvas.

See for yourself at Ron Roach Gallery, 3057 Frankston-Flinders Rd, Balnarring. For more info, visit www.ronroachgallery.com.au or phone 0407 364 375

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Peña Flamenca Saturday 9 February @ 8pm Discover the passion and precision that is the art of contemporary flamenco. Direct from Spain, ‘La Chica’, Andrej Vujicic and Eva Piñero Mesa, together with Studio Flamenco (Australia), present an exhilarating performance which pulses with the rhythm and spirit of flamenco.

Tickets: Member $30, Full $38, Conc $34, U30 $30, U16/Splash $16

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END OF THE WORLD R E V IEW : DEC 7, 2013 Last Friday night Tyabb Hall rocked to the sounds of The City at Night, Choke On It, Biostate, Brooklyn and headline act Dream on Dreamer.

This was another massive event organized by the iMPAKt FReeZA committee, supported by the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Youth Services, featuring a great line-up of local Post-Hardcore/ Metalcore bands.

Tyabb. Thanks all for a fantastic night, especially all those who attended, went hard at it and made it a safe and successful night. Special thanks to iMPAKt FReeZA for being the back bone for the local youth music scene and bringing it on once again.

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The City at Night, winners of the local Battle of the Bands, got everyone moving, dancing, moshing, etc, with the rest of the bands keeping the vibe going.

Dream on Dreamer rounded out the night by pumping out a high energy performance and connecting with the audience. They took the crowd to a greater place of enthusiasm and shook the Tyabb Hall. What a great crowd and way to wake up sleepy

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Are you interested in advocating the needs of young people in your community in relation to live music and cultural events?

Then the IMpakt FreeZa committee wants you! The IMpakt FreeZa program hasn’t run out of the Rosebud area for a while, so we are keen to see this opportunity to bring out the talent and creativity of the young people in Rosebud!

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For more information or to express your interest please contact KiriThompson on 5950 1666 or email kiri.thompson@mornpen.vic.gov.au or go to www.facebook/impaktfreeza

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Head down to talk to the expert staff and they’ll be happy to help and answer any questions. Wayne Ritchies is at 417 Nepean Highway, Frankston. Phone them for more information on 9781 4733 or head to www.skiersedge.com.au

HELP OUT THE HOOF!

Bryce Van Hoof of Rosebud has been given the chance of a lifetime to compete in the British Superbike Championship (BSB) in the Superstock 1000 class for 2013 with Quelch BSD Motorsport on a Kawasaki ZX10. This opportunity is a life goal and is a credit to his dedication, commitment and support he gets from family and friends.

Bryce has been competing in the Australian Superbike Series for the passed 4 yrs, and this season was his first on a 1000cc machine in Prostock 1000 category where he placed 9th without competing in the season’s final round.

He also placed 2nd in the Vic Road Race Championship in Prostock 1000 & 3rd in the Superbike category.

This opportunity is a massive step for Bryce’s career as he will be moving to the UK from January and won’t be returning home until early December at this stage. He will be competing in 12 rounds of the British Championship and also 2 Rounds of the Spanish Championship. It will be a busy schedule for Bryce as he will also be testing in Spain and the UK before the start of the BSB season in April.

Bryce is very excited for the challenges and experiences that lie ahead of him. Unfortunately this will not be a cheap endeavour for Bryce and his family and they will be holding a trivia/fundraising event to raise money to help him along through the season. For full details, follow Bryce’s blog at www.hoofyracing.com/blog and if you’d like to donate to help Bryce, please email hoofy43@hotmail.com

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COMING UP ON WATER

MALADICTION LONGBOARDERS (COMP #4) Saturday January 12 (or 26) – Location TBC (check the website closer to the date) For more info, head to www.maladiction.org PIPING HOT MICRO GROMS Saturday Jan 19 – Sunday Jan 20 @ Fairhaven, Vic For more info, head to www.surfingaustralia.com/vic EAST COAST JUNIOR TITLES Saturday Jan 19 – Sunday Jan 20 @ Mornington Peninsula (location TBC), Vic For more info, head to www.surfingaustralia.com/vic TOLL IPEC EAST COAST OPEN TITLES Saturday Jan 19 – Sunday Jan 20 @ Mornington Peninsula (location TBC), Vic For more info, head to www.surfingaustralia.com/vic 2013 VICTORIAN MASTERS TITLES Saturday Feb 2 – Sunday Feb 3 @ Jan Juc, Vic For more info, head to www.surfingaustralia.com/vic WEST COAST JUNIOR TITLES Saturday Feb 2 – Sunday Feb 3 @ Jan Juc, Vic For more info, head to www.surfingaustralia.com/vic MALADICTION LONGBOARDERS (SUMMER CLASSIC) Saturday February 2 (or 16) – Location TBC (check the website closer to the date) For more info, head to www.maladiction.org SOUL LONGBOARDERS (CLUB COMP #1) Saturday February 9 @ Ocean Grove (or Thirteenth), Vic For more info, head to www.soullongboardclub.com.au DISABLED SURFERS ASSOCIATION EVENT Saturday February 9 @ Point Leo, Vic For more info, head to www.disabledsurfers.org Let PEARL know about any local surf, skate, snow or adrenalin sport activity, and drop us a line at editor@pearlmag.com.au

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Adam Morrison

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NATIONAL SUCCESS FOR OUR LOCAL MP BODYBOARDING CLUB The terrific run for Mornington Peninsula & Victorian Bodyboarding continues with an amazing effort at the recent National Bodyboard Titles, in Kiama on the NSW South Coast.

The Mornington Peninsula Bodyboarders Club came together to form and organize the Victorian Team, generated from the hugely successful Vic State Titles in October. This team consisted of fourteen riders, all of whom fared extremely well in the testing small conditions. Taking out first places in Grand Masters and Senior Mens was Steve Watson winning his fourth National Gong, and Adam Morrison in his first Senior Mens National event.

For the entire event waiting period, the surf didn’t get above 2ft and taking into consideration Team Vic was much taller and bulkier in build than the rest of the states - due to surfing consistent big and heavy waves back on the Mornington Peninsula - we did extremely well. In a lot of incidences, Team Vic was seeded in either the first heat or last heat, surfing against the 1st or 2nd seed and for a team consisting of 14 people, up against over 200 other surfers, results were fantastic. Victoria should be proud of the professionalism and sportsmanship of every member of the team, with no late night parting, sore losers or other indiscretions, like some of the other teams.

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sealed the final with my last wave,” says Adam Morrison, the Mornington Peninsula local who became National Senior Mens Champion at the Nationals. “The support was amazing from the MPBC and VIC Team and as the siren went to end the final, an ecstatic, fully clothed Matt Taylor jumped in the water to congratulate me! It was a truly awesome moment for me and the entire team.” Morrison went on to say, “This was (the team’s) most successful Nationals to date, with every member raising the bar and getting great results. Steve Watson did another tremendous job all week, taking out back-to-back National Titles in Grand Masters. Well done old mate!”

Now more motivated than ever to hit 2013 hard, Morrison will be going for great results, as he adds a National Title to his 4 consecutive State Titles and continues to turn heads in the broader Bodyboard Industry. The success is a true testament to the growth and popularity of the Mornington Peninsula Bodyboarders Club, who has been carving a new path in the industry, setting a new trends and having an amazing time doing so.

The 2013 season is commencing on the last weekend of January, so for all those current members and people looking to join the team for a fun and fulfilling 2013 MPBC Bodyboard Season, contact them on mpbodyboardclub@hotmail.com.

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INTERVIEW

JAMO: I’ve been skating for 5yrs now, but I’ve loved extreme sports from a young age. I was originally more interested in surfing and snowboarding, but I started skating inspired

by Bart Simpson, of all people. I still had the instant support from Mum and Dad. PEARL: Favourite skateboarders?

JAMO: Probably Cory Kennedy, Mike Mo Capaldi, Shane O’neill and Nick Tucker.

PEARL: Favourite trick or moment on a board?

JAMO: Favourite trick would be a Backside Bigflip, but there’s a heap of stuff that I enjoy.

I am constantly motivated when I’m skating, knowing there is always something you can improve on and do better, and always something new to try and be creative with.

JUST WHO IS ‘JAMO’?

OCD Monkeys is a lolly shop for skaters.

With a huge range of skateboards and accessories, skate apparel, and some crazy stuff in between, you won’t be disappointed. From gear for the beginner, hard core and old school skaters, the variety, service and prices will impress.

The store also supports talented young emerging skaters in Melbourne, including those in their very own Skate Team. One such Skater is 14yr old Jamieson ‘Jamo’ Whitlock. For the uninitiated, here’s 5 questions with ‘Jamo’…

PEARL: How long have you been skating and how’d you start out?

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PEARL: Where do you like to skate?

JAMO: My favourite places to skate are the street spots around Melbourne, the OCD Monkeys private skate park and my local skate park in Beaumaris, with all the homies.

PEARL: Best and worst thing about being a boarder?

JAMO: The best thing is the people you form friendships with, the opportunities it presents you and the fun experiences. The worst thing about skating is the stereotypical view and perception the general public and society have on the skateboarding community.

Find OCD Monkeys at 18 Bond St, Braeside.

Visit the website and shop online at www. ocdmonkeys.com.au for same day shipping (if ordered before 2pm) and fast FREE delivery.

Gift cards are available, so phone them now for more info on 9588 0288.

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INTERVIEW

JOSH HALLAM… THE MAN WITH THE PLAN? NAME: Josh Hallam AGE: 21 HOMETOWN: Blairgowrie, Victoria SPONSORS: Shednine, Tiki wetsuits, Balin hardware, GSI boards through Shed Nine.

YEARS SURFING: 10 FAVOURITE WAVES: Gunnamatta, Rye Ocean Beach, The River.

HEROES: Andy Irons, Mark Mathews, Taj MUSIC: Beats, funky jazz, pretty much anything that sounds good.

PEARL: You come from a family of five brothers and a sister, all surfers. How was it growing up surfing with the family?

HALLAM: It was great because all of our family outings were down to the beach. My older brother, Ben, was a huge influence, pushing my surfing a lot and its good to see my dad still out there having a good time with all the kids.

PEARL: You had a big 21st party a couple of weeks back, the same day you won the open division of the Peninsula Board Riders Club contest. Tell us about that day?

HALLAM: Yeah, that day was epic! Sun was out, surf was pumping and everything just seemed to work out for me. I won the event, scored a 10 and had really good party with all my mates. You couldn’t ask for a better day!

PEARL: You are pushing your surfing in many directions as a competitor, as a small wave air guy but also towing to some big slabs. What do you enjoy the most in surfing?

HALLAM: I definitely enjoy big slabs the mos.

There is no better feeling than a big barrel, they have the most consequence and give you a huge adrenaline rush.

PEARL: You live in a house down the coast known as “The Knightclub”, with two other sponsored surfers who have been interviewed in previous issues of PEARL; Caiden Fowler and Adam Morris. Do these guys push you in the surf?

HALLAM: Yeah they push my surfing more than anyone. We’re all really competitive, especially out in the more hollow stuff. There is no pulling back when your mates are out there watching.

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PEARL: Do you have any funny memories or stories from the knightclub or any dirt on your house mates?

HALLAM: Well, I can’t tell you how they got their nicknames, but I can tell you that they both have a thing for wearing my socks, t-shirts and pretty much ALL of my clothes. It’s weird!

PEARL: By the time people are reading this, you’ll be about to leave for Hawaii to surf the infamous ‘North Shore’ for a few weeks. What is the plan there?

HALLAM: I guess the plan is to have a nice holiday away, get some good waves and see how far we can all push our surfing. It should be good fun, I can’t wait.

PEARL: Any final words?

HALLAM: Conditioner is better!

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A BEACH PARTY: AT… BEACHES

One of the biggest New Years Eve nights on the Peninsula is set to once again be a premier destination within which to bring in the New Year. Beaches in Mornington is throwing a Hawaiian NYE Party, giving everyone the chance to don their patterned shirts, grass skirts and bikinis to drink cocktails and dance the night into 2013. The venue will be dressed up, and so should you with prizes for ‘Loudest Hawaiian Shirt’ and ‘Best Bikini/Grass Skirt’!

Doors open at 7pm, with local favourite ‘DJ Lis’, spinning disco party tunes and requests all night. Buy your tickets before the night for the exclusive $35 ‘Dinner, Glass of Wine & Entry’ special! Tickets are $15 seperately (prepurchased) or $20 on the door.

For more information, or to book, phone 5975 9066.

Beaches is located at 55 Barkly St, Mornington.

SUMMER IN THE SUN AT THE HERITAGE

When the sun is shining and you’ve spent the day on the beach, there is no nicer finish to the day than a cold beverage whilst listening to great music and The Heritage Tavern in Balnarring has invested in some of the country’s finest for summer Now with two days of live music up and running, Friday nights feature a soloist or stripped back act to ease into the weekend, with some more upbeat and high energy bands on Sunday afternoon. Coming up over the summer months will be the likes of Tony Byrne, Mother Folk and Blues, local favourites Nick Charles, Mamma Sass and The Detonators, as well as the Pheasant Pluckers, back by popular demand after their debut show 6 weeks ago.

Bring the kids in for a pizza or meal, order a cold one from their range of local beers, wines and ciders and sit in the garden to enjoy the lovely days of summer.

The Heritage Tavern is at 3059 Frankston-Flinders Road, Balnarring. Friday evening music runs from 7pm-10pm, with Sunday afternoons 3pm-6pm. For full dates, check out the PEARL Gig Guide!

RING THE ROSEY FOR NYE TICKETS!

If you’re considering heading down south on New Years Eve this year, why not head past the parade of caravans and tourists into Rosebud where one of the biggest NYE parties is set to go off!

This year, the ‘Rosey’ presents Melbourne’s biggest cover band ‘Bedrock’ (featuring Lee Harding), taking to the stage with all your classics and new rock. Doors open at 8pm and, as a special support, regular Friday night duo Fudge will perform a couple of short sets for those early birds wanting to make the most of things, before DJ Jordan takes the reins to welcome Bedrock.

Tickets are $50 and will include a free Miller Genuine draft or Bulmers Original cider on arrival, before 9pm. You also have the chance to win a DJ deck and Headphones if you pre-purchase tickets before December 28, so get in quick now by phoning 5986 1688.

Rosebud Hotel is located at 1099 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud.

For more info, head to www.facebook.com/rosebudhotel

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THE BLACK GYPSIES: AUSTRALIA’S ANSWER TO BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB?

If you have only the time to listen to one song by Melbourne band The Black Gypsies, make it Revelations.

The band’s EP title track was produced by The Living End’s Chris Cheney and is a provocative reminder of what makes rock music great.

A rising and falling tangle of noisy guitars held in line by a steady beat and catchy bass line, its vocals strain unashamedly to relieve some anguish.

More likely than not, this powerful track will floor you and force you to create the time to listen to the rest of the four-track EP. The man behind the madness is 18-year-old Cale Mason who provides vocals, guitar and bass on the EP. Mason started playing at six years of age and writing at 15. By 17, he had attracted the attention of Chris Cheney and dropped out of school to focus on writing and recording Revelations at Red Door Sounds, assisted only

by Ryan Caesar (formerly of Children Collide) on drums. Listening to his four-track creation, it is clear Mason’s musical influences – the likes of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Queens of the Stone Age, Led Zeppelin and The Brian Jonestown Massacre – have lent themselves to him willingly as The Black Gypsies’ sound is a synthesis of assurance and command.

Spirit in Search opens the EP with composed but confident vocals and swirling guitars that wouldn’t be out of place on a BJM record or The Dandy Warhols’ debut. This wellcrafted track assures you that Mason is not only entirely comfortable with

song-writing and how he applies his voice to his creations, but that this comes naturally to him. Nothing is overreached, and nothing is overdone.

At 2:48 in length, For the Sun is the shortest track on the EP but packs a punch with its percussion-heavy pick up in tempo. Meandering guitars are here replaced with repetition of riffs; an apt lead up to the EP’s title track.

In the vein of BRMC, God’s Gonna Cut You Down weaves an almost-Western, anecdotal ribbon through a darker plain. A deep valley forms: jangling guitars fall into it, and Mason’s voice rises up atop a platform of fuzzy guitars to see out the lyrically-inspired closer of the EP. With impressive connections to the Australian music industry already, and a sound mature beyond their years, The Black Gypsies already seem destined for something great.

Here is a band that has successfully fashioned sounds from a niche of American and British artists to break the standardized mould of Australia’s current rock scene. With plans to tour and release a new EP in 2013, and aspirations to record a full-length album and relocate to the US beyond that, the next couple of years look to be busy - and promising - for The Black Gypsies.

ROSE GPO NYE It’s been another great year for locals President Roots, with their second full-length album Feeling Fooled released to the public to widespread acclaim. The folk-rock outfit have been regulars around the festival circuit and the Peninsula, and return to their second home, The Rose GPO, for two special shows in December.

December 15 sees the full ‘Roots’ band play a the GPO’s Christmas Bash, with doors open from 8pm and plenty of festive cheer set to creep in to even the most down-trodden of alt-country ballads. Then, they’re back again for the New Years Eve Party, featuring a 2-course dinner alongside the venue’s extensive wine list and adventurous selection of local and imported beers.

Ring in the New Year with friends at your local.

Tickets are $80, with bookings essential. Phone the RoseGPO now to grab yours on 5982 3200 or book online via www.rosegpo.com.au

SAY HELLO TO CORABI

Singer/guitarist John Corabi has worked with a (marshall) stack of bands, including Angora, The Scream, Union, ESP, Ratt and more, but is best known for his stint in the heavy metal powerhouse Mötley Crüe, in the 90s. Following lead singer Vince Neil’s departure in 1992, Corabi was hired to record the band’s self-titled album and went on to appear on the subsequent EP Quaternary. His

time in the band ended when Neil returned in 1997, but Corabi’s stint reportedly gave the songs “a heavier edge and a new lease on life”, according to bassist Nikki Sixx.

In a very special treat for hard rock and heavy metal fans, you can catch Corabi right here on the Peninsula alongside Eric Dover, the former Jellyfish, Alice Cooper band and Slash’s Snakepit member, on December 20 at Baha in Rye. For bookings and other info, phone 5985 2077

GET PLUGGED IN @THE BAY

Every Thursday night, The Bay Hotel in Mornington plays host to Plugged In, a showcase featuring a diverse range of live and local music live on stage. With a fresh selection of artists each week, the acts play a 45-minute set with a mix of covers and originals, with line-ups ranging from soft solo or duo originals, to harder bluesy rock outfits.

Kicking off at 8pm and running until approximately midnight, Thursday nights at The Bay really are something you should come down and see for yourself. While you’re at it, why not take advantage of the all night specials, with Jugs of Boags or Tooheys Extra Dry for just $10 and $15 jugs of every other beer on tap. Not bad hey!? It’s an enjoyable night of entertainment whilst supporting those up and coming.

So, come down and get a taste of what is Plugged In Thursdays at the Bay, 62 Main St, Mornington. For any further information please contact Char on 5976 2222.

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HAVING AN END OF YEAR CRISIS? HEAD DOWN TO THE SANDY, THIS NYE! In what has become a south-eastern suburbs institution, the New Years Eve Mid Life Crisis Party is on again at the Sandy Hotel this December 31. Following the huge success of 2010 and 2011 – each with over 400 ppl in attendance – this year’s New Years festivities will again feature the six-piece rock & roll outfit Mid Life Crisis, alongside very special guests Jimi (The Human) Hocking and the high-energy rock chick herself, Mae Parker.

Midlife Crisis focus predominantly on the classic hits of the 60s and 70s, knowing how to get the party started and renowned for ‘chock-a-block dance floors’. From the likes of the Beatles, Kinks, Elvis and the Stones through to AC/DC, Dragon, Chain, Angels and the Mentals, it’s all there for the rock and roll aficionado. The band also features the vocals of Barry Smith who made himself known as lead vocalist with the Town Criers, achieving national hits with Everlasting Love, Any Old Time, Love Me Again and Living In A World of Love. Appearing on all the major music television shows of the day and touring

Australia extensively, Smith has etched himself into the history of that truly golden era of Australian rock, the late sixties and early seventies.

Joining Midlife Crisis on the night will be Mae Parker and Jimi Hocking. Performing regularly with her band ‘The King Beats’, Parker has been compared to Renee Geyer and Tina Turner, with her high-energy soulful rock sound.

Hocking, who needs absolutely no introduction, is one of the country’s – and world’s - most respected and influential blues rock acts, having also toured with bands like The Screaming Jets and The Angels.

The New Years Eve Mid Life Crisis Party will be a great night of fun, party music and dancing into the early hours. Make sure to book your tickets now, as there’s limited availability. Phone the venue on 9598 7255 to grab yours. Dinner & show packages are available for $65 and show only tickets just $40.

For more information, visit the Sandy’s website at www.sandringhamhotel.com.au

SIZE MATTERS... RETURN TO BEACHES THIS JANUARY Originally a product of Bob Spencer’s ‘Weekend Warriors’ program, Size Matters has evolved into a good time party band that appeals to the more experienced pub rockers.

Covering mainly classic 80s and 90s tunes, the 6-piece rock outfit enjoys a near full house residency at Beaches in Mornington.

The members of the band are all 40+ and play the tunes that featured in their youth, set to appeal to people of similar vintage and classic music lovers a bit younger.

Having male and female lead vocals allows Size Matters to cover bands from ACDC to Pat Benatar, the Baby Animals, Led Zeppelin, Australian Crawl, the

Hoodoo Gurus and The Angels. This band is purely for fun, no big egos, no rock star ambitions. Purely for FUN, with the attitude proving to be contagious amongst the crowd, leading to filled dance floors from the very first songs of the night, until the final singalong.

If you enjoy good rock n roll, get along and see them at Beaches in January! (check the PEARL Gig Guide for exact dates). Chances are you will know the words to most of the songs that Size Matters cover, with the party atmosphere sure to convert you into a seasoned Size Matters regular, by the end of the first set! For more info, phone Beaches on 5975 0966 or visit www.beachesofmornington.com.au

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