8 March 2015
Some Brisbane goodness is coming our way, with Babaganouj (which includes members of Yves Klein Blue, Inland Sea and Go Violets) set to raise heartbeats with their catchy new single ‘Can’t Stop’. And there’s just about no stopping this band.
7 March 2015
The manly bearded men of The Beards are once again about to set off on another massive mission. You see, they are all about the beard and the awesomeness of them. Beards make you more attractive. Beards make you live longer. Beards make lovin’ even sweeter.
6 March 2015
Fine and sexy readers, Melbourne scuzz punks Clowns have released their new album. It’s called Bad Blood and it was written in the band’s hometown of Cheltenham in a complex that houses a bakery, a cattery and a morgue. Lyrically inspired by their native suburbs, the album was intentionally kept close to home as they wanted it to beat the heart of Melbourne.
5 March 2015
The BellRays and the Supersuckers have combined their musical superpowers for a run of shows – and they’re landing in Forte territory, with gigs at The Barwon Club, Geelong on May 27 and The Karova, Ballarat on May 28. Blues is the teacher. Punk is the preacher. It’s all about emotion and energy, experience and raw talent, spirit and intellect. Exciting things happen when these things collide.
4 March 2015
Well, we’ve arrived at the Motor City Music Festival. Are we pumped? How could you not be?! You have three days of tunes – three! Sunday’s program is arguably the highlight, serving up a program the whole family can enjoy.
4 March 2015
And now for a friendly reminder that 360’s rescheduled tour kicks off next month, with Mr Matthew James Colwell dropping by Warrnambool’s Whalers Hotel on April 3 and Barwon Heads Hotel, Barwon Heads on April 4. 360 was forced to cancel his original run due to illness, marking the first time he had cancelled dates.
4 March 2015
With this being our last issue before the Aireys Inlet Open Mic Festival, it’s the perfect time for a good look at what’s in store. It’s a ripping little festival, after all. For those who love it short and sweet, the festival welcomes over 150 performances across three days and nine stages.
4 March 2015
Clare Bedford’s Invenire will find a home at the Courthouse ARTS gallery starting March 13. Clare: “I love to dabble with paint, film and pen but a camera is my first love. I have a great passion for creating stories based on the mental experiences in my own life and of others.”
4 March 2015
Widely regarded as America’s foremost harmonica virtuoso, Phil Wiggins is on his way to Ocean Grove’s Piping Hot Chicken Shop for what is sure to be a major highlight of the venue’s time. Phil was born in Washington, D.C., after his parents had moved from Titusville, Alabama in 1941. However, Titusville would remain a major part of Wiggins’ life. Many childhood summers would be spent there, while it also proved to be a major reason for developing his strong connection with the blues.
2 March 2015
We are very sad to report that this years Inca Roads festival has been cancelled. The cancellation comes just two…
1 March 2015
Sydney noise-makers Zeahorse have been going about business since 2008, and while their name may not be familiar with some readers, they’ve certainly found a solid following within the underground music scene.
28 February 2015
Tickets remain for Oblivians’ show at The Barwon, Geelong on March 9. How could that be?! Formed in 1993 by Greg Cartwright and Jack Yarber, then members of garage-rock outfit Compulsive Gamblers, and Eric Friedl, the band wrote the majority of their debut album over the first weekend following their decision to play together.
27 February 2015
There’s not long left now for you to nab up some tickets to the Motor City Music Festival, and there’s plenty of reasons why you should.
“Our 2015 line up is just as big, with over 20 blues acts on the bill. Friday night is rock & roots; Saturday is blues and tributes; Funday Sunday has one of the biggest country music line-ups to ever hit Geelong; there is a celebration of ‘80’s, ‘90’s and the noughties on the Southern Cross stage and the littlies have a stage all to themselves,” founder Hugo T Armstrong says.
27 February 2015
A selection of artists from the Port Fairy Folk Festival will come together early next month for Voices for Peace – Rotary International Variety Concert. Raising awareness of the importance of peace to our community, as well as supporting the Rotary Peace Centre, the event enters its third year in 2015. Jane Thompson, James Rigby, Enda Kenny and Lindsay Martin, as well as the Rotary Youth Choir and the Rotary Peace Choir, will perform.
26 February 2015
Bendigo’s Music Man has found a great new way to help promote local talent, and it’s taking place on the final day of summer. As well as tunes, the family-friendly day will feature jumping castles, an online auction and raffles. The all-ages part of the event kicks off at midday with Detention. Stacy – V, Necron 99, Path of Destruction and Sisters Doll will follow.
25 February 2015
The festival may not kick off until November 26, but Earthcore have released the first lineup in what is due…
25 February 2015
There’s no denying that we love a bit of British India here at the Forte office, and every time they announce a trip to Geelong we get a little bit giddy with excitement.
25 February 2015
Not everyone understands the love of riding motorbikes but thankfully Tim Hulsman has given us a little insight with his track ‘Road Song’. Making it that little bit better Nigel Petrie (Australian Drift Racing Champion and owner of Engineered To Slide) takes his hand built motorbike around Avalon and the Otways as well as a quick trip to Freshwater Creek General. There’s also some pretty impressive slide guitar action going on in the clip as well, talk about ticking boxes.
25 February 2015
When it comes to music, few names are held in such high regard as Johnny Cash. Daniel Thompson has been doing a fine job of recreating the man’s legend through his show Johnny Cash: The Concert and now he is thrilled to welcome his new show, In Solitary. Featuring songs spanning Cash’s entire career, In Solitary takes a look at the man he was, the man he became and the legend that has grown since his death in 2003.
23 February 2015
Slow-dance country music is one way Pork Chop Party has been described; horny suicidal music is another. And Anto Macaroni and Pinky Blue are the ragged souls behind it all. Early last year the pair released their debut 7˝ The Suicidal Sounds of Pork Chop Party, a release that came with the unofficial warning: This album contains lethargic genius which may offend some people.
21 February 2015
The musical partnership of James Draper and Jordan Brady, collectively known as Winterbourne, is closing in on ten years. Finally, in the first half of 2014, we received their debut EP, All But the Sun. Even better, the lads are heading out for their first national tour.
20 February 2015
There are probably not a whole lot of Australian-born singer-songwriters who have a couple of Juno Awards on their shelf, but Ruth Moody has. Largely known for her work with The Wailin’ Jennys, Ruth released her debut solo album, The Garden, in 2010. In 2013, she released These Wilder Things, featuring guest spots by Mark Knopfler, Jerry Douglas, Aoife O’Donovan, Mike McGoldrick and John McCusker.
20 February 2015
Australia’s premier street rap battle league, Amped Up, delivers the goods to Warrnambool this weekend. Founded in mid-2012 by Codix, Amped Up Street Battles (AUSB) is the grassroots of battle rap in Australia. Events are all-ages, drugs and alcohol free and completely free of charge to attend. Although based out of Melbourne, the events have been touching down throughout metropolitan and regional Victoria.
20 February 2015
Oooh, school, huh. Good God ya’ll, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing, say it again. School, whoa, Lord. What is it good for? Okay, so admittedly it can be good for jamming with mates, which in turn can give us bands like Lepers and Crooks. The Sydney rock five-piece began as a teenage brotherhood, with a bunch of school mates jamming their way across the universe.
