26 August 2014
Biddy O’Loughlin brings her acclaimed play Funny Rabbit to The Bridge, Castlemaine on August 28. Funny Rabbit is a ‘one-rabbit’ play about Bill, an existential pest who becomes a stand-up comedian. Bill isn’t your typical rabbit, however – unless your typical rabbit wears an AC/DC t-shirt, is pretty lax when it comes to swearing and has a black sense of humour.
25 August 2014
A wonderful double-header will be taking place at the Torquay Bowl’s Club on September 21. The afternoon gig will feature Frank Yamma and David Bridie, with the gig zeroing in on new releases from the pair. Frank has new single ‘Everybody’s Talking/I’ll Be Back Soon’ to welcome, while David has new album Take the Next Illusionary Exit. Both are powerful voices in the Australian music scene.
25 August 2014
Matching your food with the right wine has long been a practice. Fast catching up with the practice is matching your food with the right beer. Taking place at the Odyssey Tavern & Brewery on Thursday, September 4 is a Beer and Food Matching Evening showcasing three of Australia’s best craft breweries – Feral (WA), Boatrocker (VIC) and 4 Pines (NSW).
25 August 2014
Making it the best return since Return of the Jedi, the Great Australian Beer Festival returns to Geelong early next year for another round of beer and good cheer. Other than it takes place on February 21 at the Geelong Racecourse, there is no other information we can give you at this stage. Sorry about that. However, early bird specials and Fathers Day specials will be available very soon.
25 August 2014
If Dave Grohl can swap a pair of sticks for a guitar, By Jove anyone can. Born and raised in Melbourne, Cat Canteri found a music life as the singer-songwriter and drummer for The Stillsons. The Stillsons formed in 2006 to find a warm place within the contemporary roots scene; their third album, Never Go Your Way, was voted ‘Country Album of 2013’ in the Rhythms reader’s poll.
24 August 2014
They have already sold out one national tour this year and in doing so developed a taste for it. So, punksters Dune Rats have decided to head out for another round of shows. They do this for love of their fans. They do this because they dig playing music. And they probably do this because drinks taste better on the road. Oh yeah, they also have new single ‘Superman’ to show off.
24 August 2014
Loathing the Creation is a hard-hitting tour that brings together Abolishment of Flesh (USA), Tortured, Carnal (NZ), Horrendous Disfigurement (NZ) and Bane of Bedlam. Hailing from the High Plains of West Texas, Abolishment of Flesh was formed in 2008 by Ramon Cazares
23 August 2014
There is a lot going on with Melbourne’s Speed Orange. Have a listen and you’ll hear torn and frayed rock songs with a healthy serving of outlaw country. You will also hear giant psychedelic jams drifting into Hammond-driven groove, with just the right amount of power pop goodness.
23 August 2014
Have you been wondering what that fella formerly of The Middle East has been up to? You know the one, Jordan Ireland. Well, he has been baring his musical soul in Stolen Violin. As Stolen Violin, Jordan released his debut album Temperate Touch, Tropical Tears last year.
22 August 2014
When was the last time you connected to the music that played on the radio or from your iPod? If you’re struggling to think of an answer, chances are you need to head down to the Festival of Slow Music to rectify it. Held at multiple venues around Ballarat from August 23, there are a variety of events from artist talks to performances that will easily fix your problems connecting.
22 August 2014
St. Joseph’s, Sacred Heart, Clonard and Saint Ignatius Colleges are uniting on September the 5th, 2014 to make poverty history with the third Tri-UMPH Music Festival. Tri-UMPH is back bigger than ever, with well known local bands such as Mascot Fall, I Know The Chief, Residual and Imogen Brough, along with many more DJ’s, bands, even including student and traditional East Timorese musical performances.
22 August 2014
Sick of the same-old beer, wine and cider or those “tasty” vodka-mixers on your night out? Well, Gorge Camorra and Lee-anne Campigli of Cloud9 Bar on Pakington Street have spent the last number of years creating and perfecting Geelong’s first-ever line of liqueurs, labelled Camorra Liqueurs.
22 August 2014
Another night at Ballarat’s Karova will feature a local flavour with SWHAT fronting up on August 30. Drawing on musical influences such as Bad Brains and Hot Snakes, SWHAT takes great pride in their aggressive rock-infused punk. Towards the end of last year the band released their debut album Down in Tango Zulu, and its sounds reached Hampshire, UK DIY zine issuepunkzine.
22 August 2014
Playing gigs and recording music aren’t always the be-all and end-all for a band. Some musicians just want to muck around and have a bit of fun with their mates. Aireys Inlet band The SPAT has precisely this attitude. The band consists of two couples – lead guitarist Paul Plecic and his wife, Anna, on drums, and Sharon Caon on rhythm and vocals and her husband, Tony, on bass – who says none of them ever really set out to create a band. It just happened.
22 August 2014
It has been a long, warm and colourful ride we’ve shared with Bluejuice. But the ride has come to an end. Following 13 years together the Sydney group has decided that the end of the year will also see the end of the band. Fortunately, they’ll be leaving fans with a new single, a greatest hits compilation and a tour.
22 August 2014
Originally from Port Macquarie, Patrick James moved to Sydney to carve out a career in music. Described as a mix of Ryan Adams and James Taylor, busking became his trade when he first started out, before his profile grew. Since those days, the songman has supported the likes of Boy & Bear, Pete Murray, Kina Grannis, Josh Pyke, The Paper Kites and Emma Louise. He also sold out a headlining tour last year.
22 August 2014
He has appeared at major music and art festivals including Sziget Festival (Hungary), the Melbourne International Festival, Mona Foma, the Sydney Opera House concert hall and The Famous Spiegeltent at the Edinburgh Festival (UK). He has led the shiny Mikelangelo and The Tin Star. He is one half of the glowing Mikelangelo and Saint Clare.
22 August 2014
It has been a long enough absence for NOFX. They have missed the punk spirit of Australia, and we have sure as hell missed them. So it’s happening, kids; the band is returning for another run of shows that will leave you hot, sweaty and possibly without pants.
21 August 2014
There’s barely a person in the world that doesn’t seek comfort in the cheesy aromatic goodness of a pizza fresh out of a wood-fired oven. This is all part of the ethos behind the new Italian joint Denny’s Kitchen, formerly Black Sheep Café.
21 August 2014
Oxygen College will open its doors to the public during their annual Open Day on Saturday, 30th August. Over the last 12 months Oxygen has continued to grow and is now offering courses in Music Performance, Electronic Music, Music Business, Sound Production, Photography, Video Production and Painting & Drawing.
21 August 2014
A big hello this round to all you neutrino empathisers and super moon glimpsers. Dan here with what live music to get up and get footloose to, like the great hero Kevin Bacon.
21 August 2014
Having enjoyed a nice little run with Dead Letter Circus, Brisbane-based Like Thieves hit the road at the beginning of the month after polishing up their skills a little. And they had a little polishing to do, with the release of their sophomore EP, Autumn’s Twilight, last month. Even cooler, they’re welcoming a local band to open each date, with heavy riffers The Soulenikoes getting the honours in G-Town.
21 August 2014
…Piece of chocolate cake? No cake, but plenty more gigs. Residual are at Beav’s Bar, Geelong on August 28. Áine Tyrrell has a date with Harvester Moon, Bellarine on August 29. Liz Stringer has Cimarron B&B, Aireys Inlet in her sights on August 30. The Junes hit Lot 19, Castlemaine on August 30.
21 August 2014
We’ve come to know Bendigo’s Music Man Megastore pretty well thanks to their Music Slam events (among their fine array of other gigs). Now they’re serving up a real treat for those that love their music a little heavier and a little louder. Metal Slam is coming your way in early September with hopes to make it a biannual event.
