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Editor’s Note Queenscliff Music Festival is set to welcome a music legend to its beachside premises. Tim Finn, Split Enz luminary and the brother of Neil, is arriving to headline the beloved event. We were lucky enough to secure his services for a special one-off interview. Live performances from Finn are rare these days as he focuses his time on writing music for theatre and raising a family but Queenscliff are in for a special treat this November. Outside of that we have a treat for all those vegans out there. We’ve prepared a guide for everything you need to know as we approach World Vegan Day on Friday November 1. Giving you the scoop on the most sustainably-conscious fashion, food, female hygiene, healthcare, even dog treats, Beat Magazine becomes a one-stop shop for one-week only. Dive in. To accompany that, we’ve got a special Mornington Peninsula Special for when the lure of the quick one-hour drive gets all too much – a day at the beach? Why not! On top of that, we’ve got more of the Melbourne Music Week lowdown as we near two weeks to the celebrated ten-day extravaganza. Sarah Mary Chadwick and CC:DISCO are featured this time around. On top of that, we chat to Gordon Koang, DRMNGNOW, Electric Fields and more. Bring some sunscreen – this edition’s a scorcher.
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Bluesfest REVEALS LENNY KRAVITZ AND MORE Lenny Kravitz is coming to Australia! I repeat, Lenny Kravitz is coming to Australia! The music legend comes as part of Bluesfest’s latest lineup announcement which also features the likes of festival veteran Jimmie Vaughan, folk-rockers The Waterboys, US rockers Eagles of Death Metal as well as the likes of Ani Difranco, Amadou & Mariam, The Allman Betts Band, Zucchero and more. Stopping by on his Here To Love world tour, it will be the first time the rock god has ventured Down Under in over eight years. His killer 2018 album Raise Vibration consolidated Kravitz’s legacy as a perpetual superstar who continues to deliver timeless classics. Oh yeah, remember ‘Are You Gonna Go My Way’, ‘Fly Away’ and ‘American Woman’ too? Bluesfest goes down from between Thursday April 9 and Monday April 13, 2020 in Byron Bay. Grab your tickets via the festival website.
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Simple Plan
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NYE on the Hill
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Aboriginal electronic music duo Electric Fields have secured 2019’s Corner Awards for their huge rise onto the local and international music scenes. Made up of singer Zaachariaha Fielding and Michael Ross, keyboard player and producer, their music incorporates English as well as Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara to represent their Aboriginal background. The group follows past winners Baker Boy and Sampa The Great in winning $5000, a two week poster run and more. Head to the Corner Award website for more info.
You probably already know about The Living End, Trophy Eyes, Pierce Brothers and Slowly Slowly appearing at NYE on the Hill, but the full lineup has now been released. Now made even better, the likes of Alice Skye, Loure, Shannen James and Creature Fear will be coming along for the ride. The New Year’s Eve festival is sure to start your 2020 off with a bang, whatever kind of groove you’re into. To see the full lineup and get tickets, visit the festival website. They’re on sale right now.
After revealing their bumper 2019 lineup for early December, Good Things has just unveiled a slate of sideshows across the country. Canadian pop-punk legends Simple Plan will only take to the Gold Coast and Adelaide while Trivium are only dropping into Canberra. Reel Big Fish are playing a sideshow at 170 Russell on Thursday December 5 while also venturing to Sydney. Enter Shikari will take to The Croxton on Thursday December 5 while Ice Nine Kills come to Stay Gold on the same night. Tickets available via Destroy All Lines.
Grab your tomato sauce, or vinegar if that’s what you’re into, because Hot Chip have announced a festival sideshow at The Forum on Saturday March 7. The show comes alongside a full run of Australian shows sandwiched between appearances at Farmer & The Owl and Golden Plains. The five-piece released their seventh studio album A Bath Full Of Ecstasy in July of this year which extended their run of dance-worthy hits to almost two decades. Tickets on sale now through Secret Sounds.
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Patti Smith ANNOUNCES BLUESFEST SIDESHOWS Alongside her upcoming performance at Bluesfest, iconic punk-rocker Patti Smith has announced two Melbourne sideshows on Tuesday April 21 and Wednesday April 22. The US legend needs no introduction, having recorded 11 studio albums, three memoirs and multiple books of poetry. Smith’s last Australian tour in 2017 completely sold out and earned her the Helpmann Award for Best International Contemporary Concert. Adele was also nominated for the award, as well as Bruce Springsteen. Tickets are now on sale via Bluesfest Touring.
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Cool Out Sun
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Music Victoria Awards
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A huge range of artists are set to perform at this year’s Music Victoria Awards on Wednesday November 20, including recent Hall of Fame inductees Vika and Linda Bull. Also joining them is Gordon Koang, Suldusk, Philly and Grand Salvo. Artists such as Baker Boy, Tropical Fuck Storm, Angie McMahon and Amyl and The Sniffers have all been nomimated to take home awards. Voting for the awards closes on Friday November 8 and can be done at musicvictoria.com. au/votenow. Tickets for the show can be grabbed on Music Victoria’s website.
Blue Black Beatz, a festival curated by Afro Hub, showcases the diverse sounds of African and First Nations artists over seven hours on Saturday November 30. The lineup includes names like Cool Out Sun, Philly and Ras Jahknow to ensure you’re dancing for the entirety of the festival. If that’s not enough to satisfy your dance craving, an afterparty is also happening. It all goes down at the Immigration Museum. Grab your tickets through Eventbrite.
Don’t Change, an INXS tribute band, have announced three Melbourne shows to help you make your Cup weekend a total sensation in a completely new way. The shows will run from Saturday November 2 to Monday November 4 at Geelong’s The Wool Exchange, Prince Bandroom and Yarraville’s The Commercial Hotel. The two-hour long show will include all of the hits you want to hear, like ‘Don’t Change’, ‘Never Tear Us Apart’, and ‘New Sensation’. Head to the bands Facebook page for more info. Tix are available from Oztix.
What do you get when you cross a music festival, a farm, a 40 anniversary celebration and a swag of killer food stalls? A bloody unbelievable time. As part of Party Animals, the likes of Emma Donovan & the Putbacks, Jess Ribeiro, Saint Jude, The Burnt Sausages and more will take to the Collingwood Children’s Farm to celebrate the farm’s 40 anniversary. There will be also market stalls and creative workshops when Party Animals goes down on Sunday November 3. Tickets via Trybooking.
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Melbourne’s premier celebration of the annual World Vegan Day has arrived, going down at the Melbourne Showgrounds on Sunday November 10. World Vegan Day brings together vegan speakers, artists, musicians, fashion designers, chefs, personal trainers and more to talk about the lifestyle choice. Some of the speakers appearing at the event include World Vegan Day emcee Jason Carstens, renowned vegan naturopath Candace Borg, funnyman Vegan Smythe and heaps more. It’s all free, so no excuses here.
Canadian folk trio The East Pointers have announced an expansive Aussie tour to go hand in hand with their brand new album, Yours to Break. The outfit’s third studio album was produced by GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter Gordie Sampson and features a slate of musically complex hits. Alongside a headline show at the Northcote Social Club on Friday January 10, The East Pointers will also perform at Port Fairy Folk Festival from Friday March 6 – Sunday March 9. Grab your tickets via the respective venue and festival websites.
Celebrated Aussie singer Anthony Callea has just delivered some music in the form of a single titled ‘What’s Wrong With Me?’. After jumping into the limelight off the back of his Australian Idol appearance, Callea has consistently notched up accolades across his ten-plus year career – his last album, ARIA Number 1 Hits in Symphony, debuted at #1 on the ARIA charts. ‘What’s Wrong With Me?’ takes listeners through a passage of self reflection that blends vulnerability with a newfound depth. It’s out now – give it a spin via streaming services.
Melbourne singer-songwriter Sonia Serin is just about to release her long-awaited new album U N R E S O L V E D and to celebrate, she’s throwing a launch party at local recording cauldron, Bakehouse Studios. The new LP has been two years in the making – across seven tracks, it explores the cycles of beginnings, ends and the feeling of incompleteness that can creep up in between. It all goes down at Bakehouse Studios on Saturday November 16. Find out more via the Facebook event.
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Ludovico Einaudi
Kevin Morby
Drab Majesty
Mona Foma
Kool n Krazy Records
Brunswick Music Festival
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DROPS ECLECTIC 2020 PROGRAM
HITTING RECORD FAIRS NEAR YOU
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Los Angeles synth-pop purveyors Drab Majesty have announced a run of Australian tour dates in support of their appearance at Farmer & The Owl. The duo have made a name for themselves as dark wave legends for their minimalist hypnotic sound and overall elusiveness. Drab Majesty are hard to put a finger on but that’s what makes them so appealing – their third full-length, this year’s Modern Mirror, was equally enigmatic and confounding. Drab Majesty come to Howler on Friday February 21, tix via Moshtix.
The Mona Foma program is here for 2020 and they’ve delivered something special once again. With 400 artists across nine jam-packed days, Tasmania’s Launceston will come to life with arts, music and boundless experimentation. Some of the names to keep an eye out for are Flying Lotus, with his futuristic 3D show in tow, music wizard Amanda Palmer as well as Chai, Orville Peck, Paul Kelly, Ludovico Einaudi, Holly Herndon and more. It all goes down from Saturday January 11 to Monday January 20. Grab your tix via the Mona Foma website.
Kool n Krazy Records is the Canberran brainchild of Julian Gilchrist, stocking both new and used vinyl specialising in music everywhere from the 1930s to the 1980s. Think blues, soul, R&B, funk, reggae/ska, classic rock and you’re on the right track. They’ll be showcasing at the upcoming Melbourne Record Fairs; Howler’s Crate Diggers Fair on Saturday November 2 and the Geelong Record Fair at the Little Creatures Brewery on Sunday November 3. Find out more via the respective Facebook event pages.
Brunswick Music Festival has just lifted the lid on the first names from their 2020 lineup. US folk-rock futurist Kevin Morby will be bring a full band along to perform an intimate show at Estonian House on Monday March 9 while gospel legends Blind Boys of Alabama will stop by the same venue on Thursday March 12. Rounding out the first announcement comes Hand Habits, the project of stellar folk songwriter Meg Duffy. She comes to Estonian House on Saturday March 14. Grab your tickets via the festival website.
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Bluesfest
Golden Plains
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After the recent announcement of Lenny Kravitz, The Waterboys and more on the Bluesfest bill, the festival has just revealed a bunch of sideshows. Eagles of Death Metal will take to The Croxton on Saturday April 18 while Buffy Sainte-Marie comes to the Melbourne Recital Centre on Thursday April 9. Outside of that, there’s John Mayall performing at The Corner on Monday April 20 and Larkin Poe taking to the same venue on Thursday April 16. Explore the other sideshow announcements and grab tickets via Bluesfest Touring.
The Golden Plains beast continues to grow and 2020 is no different. An epic lineup of acts has been assembled to descend on Meredith’s Supernatural Amphitheatre come Labour Day weekend. Get this: Pixies, Hot Chip, Stereolab, Evelyn Champagne King, Weyes Blood, Ezra Collective, Bill Callahan, Sampa The Great, Sleaford Mods as well as local artists Parsnip, Electric Fields, Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows and much more. It all goes down from Saturday March 7 – Monday March 9. Online sales hit the net Thursday October 31 via the GP website.
There’s heaps going on at the Australian Music Vault for AusMusic Month. Tell It Like It Is kicks things off on Thursday October 31, celebrating Indigenous hip hop with prominent hip hop artists telling stories about the important role of music in their lives. Process Lab will invite participants to learn more about versatility in music creation on Thursday November 15. There will also be four special performances from Vika and Linda Bull from Thursday November 21 to Saturday November 23. Find out more via the Australian Music Vault website.
After announcing their epic lineup featuring the likes of Architects, The Ghost Inside, Northlane, Polaris and heaps more, UNIFY Gathering has teamed up with emo party planners AM//PM for a big pre party. Going down the night before UNIFY kicks off, Windwaker, Honest Crooks, The Gloom In The Corner, Bad/Love and Terra will perform, kicking things off the right way. Tonight Alive and AM//PM will be on DJ duties. It all goes down Thursday January 9 before UNIFY takes off from Friday January 10. Tix via the festival website.
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Visiting American born fiddler and Senior All Ireland Championship winner Liz Carroll plays one intimate Melbourne concert with guitarist Kate Burke. 6:30pm Wed, Oct
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Song Appetit
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Part artist talk/part recital, Adam Simmons and Alessandra Garosi share a unique insight into their journey, their humanity, and their talent... over dinner... 8:00pm Fri, Nov
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Senes Flamenco presents their latest show with Alejandro Florez, Angel Mellado, Aya Kitaoji with guests Javier Fredes and Antony Hadjon.
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Voices Unbound Fundraiser
The Boite’s young singers’ choir host a fundraiser party with performances by Ximena Abarca, Voices Unbound and special guests and DJs
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Stella Savy, Darrell Belle and Wayne Parker perform a selection of songs from the exotic islands of Seychelles, Mauritius and some Caribbean classics.
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Photograph 51 SEXISM, SCANDAL AND SCIENCE Beloved Aussie actress Nadine Garner returns to the Melbourne Theatre Company for Photograph 51. The show tells the story of one of the greatest female scientists in history, Rosalind Franklin – a trailblazer in understanding the functions of DNA. However, her work was stolen by her rivals and earned them the Nobel Prize. The play, written by Anna Ziegler, shines a spotlight on Franklin’s brilliance while exploring what is sacrificed in the chasing scientific advances. Previously performed in London’s West End, the Australian premiere of Photograph 51 is directed by Pamela Rabe and will commence Friday November 1 at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Fairfax Studio. Tickets are available via the MTC and Arts Centre websites.
Green Eggs and Ham Adam Devine, Eddie Izzard, Keegan-Michael Key, Ilana Glazer and Michael Douglas will revive your childhood with this adaptation of Dr Seuss’ beloved Green Eggs and Ham. Join Guy and Sam as they embark on a mission to save an endangered animal from a zoo, encountering lessons on friendship and a certain oddly-coloured delicacy along the way. Green Eggs and Ham hits Netflix on Friday November 8.
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Atypical – Season Three Two seasons down and Sam Gardner (Keir Gilchrist) is off to college. While Sam navigates a new chapter in his life, his mum (Jennifer Jason Leigh) is left to do the same as she grapples with the idea of her children growing up and becoming independent. A coming of age tale encompassing love, family and life on the autism spectrum, Atypical once again looks to give us pause for thought on what it means to be ‘normal’.
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Queer Eye: We’re In Japan! Antoni, Bobby, Jonathan, Karamo and Tan are back and this time, they’ve got their sights set on Japan. Assisted by actress and designer Kiko Mizuhara and comedian Naomi Watanabe, the Fab Five will make their mark on Tokyo while learning about Japanese cuisine, fashion, design, grooming and culture along the way. Better get those tissues ready, because there are bound to be some tears. Queer Eye: We’re In Japan! Hits Netflix on Friday November 1.
If you’ve spent the past 16 years rewatching Love Actually each Christmas, you may have a new favourite holiday rom-com to add to your rotation when Let It Snow hits the screen. Following the format of interwoven tales and based on the novel by John Green, Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle, Let It Snow looks to be a punch to the heart in the best possible way. Did we mention the cast? Joan Cusack, Kiernan Shipka, Shameik Moore… need we say more? Let It Snow hits Netflix on Friday November 8.
Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings Who doesn’t love Dolly Parton? This special anthology series will revisit music and
memories from across her career, recounting the inspiration behind some of Parton’s favourite tracks. With a score of new and old music from your favourite country-pop star, Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings will depict everything from love stories to revenge comedies through a collection of feature filmlength episodes. Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings hits Netflix on Friday November 22.
I’m With The Band: Nasty Cherry In an intimate six-episode special, I’m With The Band: Nasty Cherry documents the origin story and beginnings of Charli XCX’s unconventional alt-pop band, Nasty Cherry. Handpicked by Charli XCX and comprising seasoned musicians and first timers, this docu-series gives viewers a peek behind the curtain to see what it takes to make it in the music industry in an age where the road to success is less linear than ever. I’m With The Band: Nasty Cherry hits Netflix on Friday November 15. BY KATE STREADER
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TERMINUS A VIRTUAL ALIEN UNIVERSE Melbourne’s Heide Museum of Modern Art will present TERMINUS, a collaboration between New York artist Jess Johnson and Wellington animator Simon Ward. The extraordinary collection features five virtual reality works, a result of Ward taking Johnson’s drawings and transforming them into digital art pieces. TERMINUS was curated by the National Gallery of Australia and is heading on a national tour, starting with Melbourne. The exhibition kicks off Saturday November 2. Tickets are available via heide.com.au.
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Yana Alana’s Greatest Tits
Russian Resurrection
Apocalypse Meow
REMEMBERING AN UNSUNG HERO
THE BEST OF THE BREAST
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CRISIS IS BORN
St Kilda’s iconic Hotel Esplanade is celebrating the life of major arts philanthropist Alfred Felton with a pop-up museum. The entrepreneur and art fanatic was a longterm resident of the Espy and contributed significantly to Melbourne’s cultural scene over his lifetime. The museum will feature artefacts, audio stories, and artworks that truly illustrate Felton’s life. The Felton Museum opens its doors on Friday November 8. Tickets available via the venue website.
Queer punk cabaret star Yana Alana is making her long-awaited return to the stage with her latest production, Yana Alana’s Greatest Tits. Going down at Gasworks Arts Park, punters will be treated to some of Alana’s best hits, including ‘Pussy Wussy Wussy’ and ‘Back Door Blues’, in addition to some readings from her poetry collection. Probably not one for the kids. Yana Alana’s Greatest Tits runs between Thursday October 31 and Saturday November 2. Tickets available from Gasworks’ website.
The Russian Resurrection Film Festival is heading to Melbourne in early November after touring through a bunch of capital cities. Featuring just under 20 flicks, this year’s festival program focuses primarily on releases from 2019 but also pays homage to Russian movies from decades past. The Russian Resurrection Film Festival takes over The Capitol theatre between Friday November 8 and Sunday November 17. For more info, head to russianresurrection.com
Malthouse Theatre is wrapping up its 2019 season, but not without celebrating the Christmas holidays with Apocalypse Meow: Crisis Is Born. Created and performed by Meow Meow, the show comes complete with a sizzling band, wild anthems, the occasional lullaby and some original hits. Bring the whole family and revel in the Chrissy spirit with what is far from your usual holiday spectacular. Apocalypse Meow kicks off on Thursday November 7. Tickets available via the venue website.
Ragtime the Musical
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US musical Ragtime is making its Australian debut in early November. Based on the 1975 novel, its initial 1998 Broadway season ran for more than 800 performances and took home four Tony Awards. Now, it’ll be heading to Arts Centre Melbourne’s State Theatre featuring an all-Aussie cast. The musical explores the ever-relevant themes of race relations in early 20th century America. Ragtime begins its season on Saturday November 2. Tickets via the venue website.
Melbourne cabaret artist Tash York is back with her brand new show, Winefulness. Following on from her first show, These Things Take Wine, York has found it’s best to just accept the consequences of getting older – including, but not limited to, owning cats and drinking a lot of wine. While this may seem like a tribute to alcoholism, Winefulness is also about celebrating self-care and putting yourself first. Winefulness debuts at the Butterfly Club on Monday November 4. Tickets are available via the venue website.
If you haven’t dropped by Arts Centre’s Sunday Market, you’re missing out. This week’s market on Sunday October 3 will see more than 80 artisanal stalls parked outside Arts Centre’s spire. Vendors will be offering everything from handmade arts and crafts, to jewelry, to baked goods. All the wares are produced locally, so you can feel good knowing you’re supporting local artists and creators. For more info, visit Arts Centre Melbourne’s website.
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Calling all millennial women, this one’s for you. Thigh Gap is an absurd, dark comedy that tackles the complex issue of body image and how we commodify women. Written by Jamaica Zuanetti and directed by Alice Darling, the show explores shame, eating and the rise of women’s rights movements in the political sphere. The show premieres at La Mama Courthouse on Wednesday October 30. Tickets are available via the theatre website.
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New Zealand have done it again – introducing Written By Wolves
How Australia’s audio listening habits are changing
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Lil Nas X breaks records, Yellowcard sues Juice WRLD, Fat Joe has regrets It is the song that just won’t stop. Lil Nas X’s ‘Old Town Road’ may have been knocked off many charts and record holding positions by Tones And I’s ‘Dance Monkey’ but he’s just clocked an achievement that no other artist has managed to sniff. ‘Old Town Road’ has become the fastest song to hit Diamond status, according to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). For context, to get Diamond status, an artist needs to have sold 10,000,000 units – so, it’s no small feat. Only 14 other rappers have been able to reach the milestone, including Outkast, Tupac and Eminem. The only other rapper to have done it in 2019 was Drake, who received Diamond status for ‘God’s Plan’ back in September. YELLOWCARD SUES JUICE WRLD FOR $15 MILLION
US Rock group Yellowcard have launched a suit against rapper Juice WRLD; suing him for a whopping $15 million on claims that he allegedly copied their 2006 song, ‘Holly Wood Died’. The alleged plagiarism can apparently be heard on Juice WRLD’s hit ‘Lucid Dream’, with Yellowcard claiming that he copied melodic elements from their original. Yellowcard are no longer together but have said that the release of ‘Lucid Dreams’ has been at the root of Juice WRLD’s career success and as a result, they are entitled to claim damages and any future royalties from the track. ‘Lucid Dreams’ has already been under threat of legal action, with Sting threatening to sue Juice WRLD and his team over the sample of his 1983 hit ‘Shape of My Heart’... despite settling 85 per cent ownership of the track with Sting himself. FAT JOE PASSED ON EMINEM’S DEMOS SIX TIMES
Fat Joe has been on a trip down memory lane recently, recalling his first time meeting Eminem in a radio interview. Then a young rapper fresh out of Detroit, Eminem was trying to get in the hip hop game and thought Fat Joe was one of the best to get to. “Everywhere I went was this little white boy, and he kept giving me his demo,” Fat Joe told a Miami radio station over the weekend. “He was like, ‘Listen to my music, I’m telling you I’m nice, I’m nice’. I didn’t do it! Now, he’s the biggest guy in the universe.” Since then, of course, Eminem has grown to be regarded as one of the best rappers in the game. Over 230 million records sold around the world, he’s one of the bestselling artists of all time.
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Mommy Long Legs
Meet Youth Riot Records: Masters of fun punk Washington label Youth Riot Records has been “Puttin’ out fun punk tapes ‘n records since 2014.” Never heard of them? Here’s a few pointers on where to begin. Mommy Long Legs encapsulate fun punk in sound, lyrics and aesthetic. Life Rips from 2015 grabs your attention on first listen, exactly what a band wants from a first release. ‘Horrorscope’ explores Mars in retrograde and how that can seriously mess up your day – something we can all relate to. All tracks have an undertone of anticonsumerism, a theme featured heavily in their following release Assholes. Title track ‘Assholes’ is a fuck you to capitalist consumerist lifestyles; “You can take your money and put it in your asshole”. By Mommy Long Legs’ fourth release, 2017’s Rock Product, they mastered their sound and opshop glitter aesthetic while maintaining their sass with ‘Bitch Island’ and ‘Dick Move’. The band’s final release Try Your Best stands as the perfect ending, if a perfect ending is possible. The album’s empowering “destroy the patriarchy” messages are blatantly threaded throughout, sporting a “fuck you” attitude, yet having fun with it. But all good things must come to an end and the band broke up in 2018 in appropriate style, with a post stating, “We are no longer a band for reasons that are none of your business.” Three piece Sleepover Club are fortunately still kicking, having recently released W(ph)oopsie! in August of this year. Self-described as “queercore fun” all three members split the writing and the result comes out way heavier than one might expect from the cutesie album cover. Though if there is one song on the album that could fall under such title, it’s ‘Soft Dog’. With a total running time of 18 seconds, it is followed by a launch into ‘Hard Dog’, featuring the exact same lyrics though much punchier and in-line with the rest of the album. In a similar vein to Mommy Long Legs, a listener can sense the friendship behind the music. All songs have catchy, funny and often relatable lyrics, like ‘Big Cheese Vol. 2’ which is about having no money for groceries or ‘Five Bux’ about a punk mum who could kick your ass. Youth Riot Records has much more to offer, too, with over 30 releases spanning compilations, LPs and cassettes. Based in Tacoma, Washington, in 2018 the label released Tacompilation which provides a good taste of the different music coming from the area. Featuring 15 different artists, the mix opens with some easy listening indie rock before introducing the heavier, more punkoriented sounds of the area. New to Youth Riot Records is Secret Superpower and their upcoming release What Kind of Dream? out November 8.
In New Zealand, Written By Wolves exist, and they are about to revolutionise the scene with the release of their debut album, Secrets, in November. “It’s a terrifying time,” singer Michael Murphy tells me with a nervous chuckle. Nervous energy aside, Written By Wolves have absolutely nothing to fear. This is a band who, before their conception, have spent some years individually throwing things at the wall to see what sticks. As a group, they’ve taken those tried and tested elements, merging them into an album that is refreshingly different. The cinematic treat that is the film clip for single ‘As Long As It Takes’ had its premiere in Kerrang! earlier this month, so yes, they are that good. “I think it’s the fact that we’ve done it all,” Murphy says of why he thinks Written By Wolves work so well. “I honestly believe I couldn’t have written this album – and as much as I wish I was [still] 21 – I don’t think I had it in me. “I don’t think I could have written this album at the start of this band, which was four years ago. “We’ve taken so much of our experiences and that’s all, in some airy-fairy way, led to this.” What grabbed me about Secrets is though the band are classed as hard rock, they very easily topple over the edge into the pit of post-hardcore, even rolling over a little R&B debris on the descent. It’s a knockout journey, and what seems to have been a painful one in some ways for the band given the thematic division in much of the album, but it’s a journey both Murphy and you will be glad you took. “We said, ‘Alright what do we love? Let’s draw on everything we love about music and see if we can smash it all into something.’ “We came up with the idea of cinematic rock and to try and create more of a soundscape in the music. “When you’re watching a movie, the composer draws you in different ways – at one point might make you feel one thing, another point, feel something else. That’s what I love about Written By Wolves. Neither hardcore, hard rock, heavy metal, or anything in between, Written By Wolves just sound like themselves, and it’s that effortless, cohesive mode of creation that will be the biggest pull for this band. “It’s seeing how far we can take the concept of the music and the imagery and mould it into one,” says Murphy. “It’s seeing what sort of experience we can give our fans and listeners, what emotional places we can take them to.”
Two separate reports have shown how Australians’ audio listening habits are continuing to evolve. We’re spending an extra seven minutes per day listening to audio entertainment than last year and podcasts have overtaken listening to personal record collections. More are turning to community radio, this year reaching a record 5.9 million listenership, whose primary reason is that 37 per cent of its airplay is Australian artists. According to the fourth GfK Share of Audio study, released on October 19, in a typical day consumers spend three hours and 28 minutes listening to audio, seven minutes more than last year. Radio remains the most popular choice, with 61.3 per cent of daily listeners. That is followed by music streaming at 15 per cent. Podcasts jumped into third place with a 7.3 per cent share of listening (up from 3.8 per cent previously), moving ahead of owned music, which includes CDs and digital purchases, on 7 per cent. Despite more options for listening, Australians are clinging on for dear life to radio, spending an average two hours and seven minutes listening (up two minutes from last year). Music streaming was relatively steady at 31 minutes a day compared to 30 minutes a year ago. Commercial radio has been investing heavily in original and radio broadcasting podcasting, and it’s clearly paying off. Time spent listening to podcasts rose to an average of 15 minutes per day from seven minutes a year ago. According to the study, podcast listeners are most likely to be under 40, managers and professionals, and parents with children under seven. Listenership is also up for community radio’s 450 stations, according to a report from the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia. It now has 5.97 million listeners a week, compared to 5.3 million in July 2017. Of these, 30.4 per cent tune in via DAB+ digital radio. Average listening time is 15.7 hours a week, and 10.5 hours a week for those who access via digital. Awareness of community radio is also increasing, up to 77 per cent in 2019, from 74 per cent in 2017/8. The two top reasons given for consuming the sector are, 49 per cent for local news and news, and 34 per cent for specialist music as well as local voices and personalities. CBAA chief executive Jon Bisset said of the new 5.9 million weekly listenership figure, “This means one in four Australians are tuning in to community radio stations across the country for their local information, news and personalities.”
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Tim Finn
When Tim Finn takes to the stage at the Queenscliff Music Festival next month, you know what to expect. ‘Six Months in a Leaky Boat’? Absolutely. ‘I See Red’? It’s in the bag. ‘Fraction Too Much Fiction’? Of course! BY DAVID JAMES YOUNG | IMAGE BY STEPHEN WARD
For these rare solo appearances, Finn doesn’t hesitate to pull out the songs that have helped to define his legacy over the last 35-plus years. Even after playing these songs hundreds upon hundreds of times, he is steadfast in his response when asked if he has any singles he can’t stand playing. “I actually don’t,” he says down the line from his home in Auckland. “I know that may seem disingenuous to people, but all of the songs that I play in these festival sets are the ones that have really stood the test of time – the hits, if you will. “It’s not so much about trying to make that personal connection to who you were when you wrote those songs, it’s about relaying it to the people in front of you who care about them and have it mean something to them. As long as that connection is there, I feel like I’m doing my job – and it’s a great feeling.” It’s been nearly a decade since the eldest Finn sibling removed himself from the touring regime and began to shift his focus elsewhere. He’s been focusing a lot of his attention on composing music for theatre, which is something he describes as being a “very rewarding” experience. “It’s quite the challenge as a songwriter,
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too,” he says. “If you’re over at my place, you’ll hear me from the other room singing as everyone from a poorly old maid to a sea captain and everyone in-between.” Finn has also been focused on raising his two kids – one of which, Harper, has just launched a music career of his own. Harper Finn recently visited Australia to perform on a promotional run for the first time, and his dad couldn’t be happier to see a new generation of Finns succeeding in the music world. “He’s on the right track,” says Finn. “He’s a very bright kid and I’m very proud to see him getting out there in the world. All the songs that he’s been working on, I’ve been listening to for a long time – they come rattling from across the other room in the house. “Growing up, I was always the one in the family who’d always be sitting around at the piano, singing and playing for hours. These days, I go to sit down at the piano for a bit – and then I’ll hear another piano going from the other end of the house. Harper’s driving me nuts the same way I used to drive my parents nuts.” Just last year saw the release of Lightsleeper, the debut collaboration between Neil and Liam Finn – Tim’s brother and nephew, respectively. Given the extended
Finn family always appear to be around music in one way or another, it’s questioned whether Tim and Harper will end up collaborating in the same way Neil and Liam have. “I’ll never say never on it, but it’s probably too early to see where that would go,” says Finn. “I mean, Neil didn’t make that album with Liam until Liam was well into his 30s. I think with that sort of father-son dynamic, you’ve really got to let them spread their wings a little bit and really find out the kind of singer-songwriter that they want to be before you approach them in that sense. That said, we jam together a lot and he’s really developing his own personality, which I’m quite impressed by.” That’s Tim Finn circa 2019 for you: composer, family man and very occasional rock star. In fact, Finn finds himself returning to the stage less and less these days – more often than not, he’s letting actors do the performing for him, or seeing his legacy carried on through his younger brother pulling into the Enz archive when he plays live. It’s for this reason that seeing Finn live is such a rare treat – and certainly not one that any of the attendees of the Queenscliff Music Festival should be taking for granted.
“I basically only do festivals these days,” says Finn. “I’m not touring anymore, I’m not really writing solo songs anymore. All that I have as a connection to that is these shows. They’re great, because you get the chance to perform to this really unique cross-section of people. Not only are you getting the older crowd that obviously knows who you are, and came to see you play, but you’re also getting a lot of children and a lot of young people – they would have never caught the Enz, or they might know the songs but not the name. There might even be people out there who have no idea who I am – they’re just parked in front of this stage, and they’ve seen four acts before and they’re gonna take a punt on whoever’s up next. That’s me!” Tim Finn will perform as part of Queenscliff Music Festival (sold out), happening from Friday November 22 until Sunday November 24. Try your luck at the ticket resale via qmf.net.au.
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What’s hot on the Peninsula Bass and Flinders Distillery
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Bass and Flinders Distillery has quickly become an Australian leader in spirits. How have you earned such a reputation? Our approach of producing hand-crafted, small batches of grape-based spirits means we are in total control of what we create. Like our namesakes, we see ourselves as pioneers who are also continually exploring. What sets the distillery apart from its competition? Quite simply, it’s our vine-to-bottle process. We employ the ‘Charentais’ method which is the process of distilling base spirit (Eau de Vie) from Chardonnay grapes (rather than grain-based spirits more commonly favoured by many other producers) and we have full control of the entire process. What’s your top-selling spirit and what makes it so popular? It’s a tie between our Gin 10, a herbaceous blend of ten botanicals which makes for a full bodied G&T, or our Cerise, a dry style pink gin that’s as appealing to the palette as it is to the eye. You also conduct spirit-making masterclasses. Tell us a bit about these. We like to think of ourselves as pioneers of the gin masterclass as we’ve been running them for so long. Attendees tell us how much they love not only creating their own bespoke gin, but also being able to re-order their recipe whenever they require. What makes the Mornington Peninsula the perfect travel destination? Once just thought of as a coastal area with some great wines, Mornington Peninsula has come into it’s own and truly cemented itself as a destination for lovers of all food and drink, with not only plenty of wineries but breweries, amazing restaurants and distilleries such as ours creating all manner of wonderful delights.
Underground Winemakers has earned a reputation for its subversive approach to winemaking. What is the philosophy behind what you do? Ultimately we are driven by the sheer joy of making wine and the experiences it offers. It is about taking opportunities and finding new ways to express the potential that the grape offers. Having said that, our subversive side drives us to dispense with much of the guff and exclusivity, encouraging the drinker of our wines to find their own expression. Why is your method better than more conventional winemaking practices? We combine risk taking with a paranoid focus on every stage of the winemaking process. Looking after the little things means we have more flexibility with the big stuff. What is your most popular wine and why is it so? That’s easy, our Pinot Noir. It is a very unforgiving wine to make, but when it all comes together… We have two Pinots, the Underground label and San Pietro which is our second brand. The credit for these wines must go to the soils and climate of the Mornington Peninsula. Are there any new wines you are trialing coming into summer? We will release a new vintage of Shiraz made here at Underground from Heathcote grapes. Am also quietly confident the next vintage of Pinot Noir will be something special. Why is the Mornington Peninsula such a hotspot for wineries? Put simply, the Mornington Peninsula is a beautiful place combined with a terroir suited to cool climate winemaking. Being so close to Melbourne, it is an obvious destination for a day trip, or a stay.
Check out Bass and Flinders Distillery at 40 Collins Road, Dromana. Make purchases online and find out more about their masterclasses via their website.
Underground Winemakers is located at 1282 Nepean Hwy, Mt Eliza, with the cellar door open 10am – 5pm seven days. Get in touch on 9775 4185 or email ugwine@bigpond.com if you are after something special.
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2020 will see the 92nd Red Hill Show take place. What’s been the key to the event’s longevity? On Saturday March 9, the showgrounds will transform into a colourful, appetising and entertaining spectacle for the whole family.The Red Hill Show celebrates the Mornington Peninsula’s unique culture, history and values. The support from local producers, agriculture, schools and community groups has made this a growing event. What sets the Red Hill Show apart from its competitors? The woodchop grandstands are packed to the rafters with some of Victoria’s best while our Cider Show, now the second largest in the country, is both informative and offers a chance to taste some of Australia’s best ciders. What makes the Mornington Peninsula the perfect travel destination? Only an hour drive from Melbourne and you are in the hinterland of the Peninsula with stunning vistas, boutique wineries, breweries, ciders and restaurants to enjoy. There’s a wealth of outdoor activities for adults and kids including some of the best beaches, walking tracks and tourism ventures. What’s in store for this year’s event? The program is jam-packed full of exhibits, demonstrations, workshops, music and rides. Once you enter the showgrounds, all the pavilions, entertainment and nearly all the kids rides are free. What about the food and drink? What can punters expect from this? Our Mornington Peninsula producers are the focus of celebrations and the Mornington Peninsula Paddock is full with gourmet food and 5-star producers. Did you know that Tuerong had a wheat farm? Or that Red Hill was prime truffle-growing terrain?
How did the Mornington Peninsula Blues Festival come to be? The very first Mornington Peninsula Blues Festival started in February this year as an extension of a smaller boutique event called the Mornington Peninsula Blues Sessions, created by local blues lover Patrick Elliget in 2014. The festival format allows for more artists and a much bigger audience to experience live world class blues from the region. What are some of the artists/bands the festival has attracted in the past? Headlining the first festival in 2019 was Oz rock legend Ross Wilson along with leading Australian blues artists such as Phil Manning, Chris Finnen, Lloyd Spiegel, Geoff Achison, Sweet Felicia and the Honeytones and more. Who’s coming to perform for 2020? In 2020 the festival will again feature some of Australia’s finest blues musicians including Sydney’s Ray Beadle, Darren Jack and Paul Winn along with Brisbane’s Blues Arcadia. Australian blues legends Lloyd Spiegel and Geoff Achison will return by patron demand. That’s just the start. What else happens at the festival? Is it just music? Along with world class live blues, the festival will be a celebration of local food, wine and craft beer and there will also be an eclectic mix of craft markets. Children’s activities will also feature in next year’s familyfriendly event, including face painting and a jumping castle. Why is the Mornington Peninsula Blues Festival so important to the region? The festival represents a great opportunity to give the Mornington Peninsula’s world class beaches, restaurants, cafes, wineries and vibrant live music culture some added exposure. Elliget is determined to see it grow into a major player on the Australian blues music festival calendar.
The 2020 Red Hill Show comes to the Red Hill Showgrounds on Saturday March 7. Head to the show website for more info.
The Mornington Peninsula Blues Festival comes to the Mornington Racecourse on Saturday February 8. Grab your tickets via the festival website.
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Day of the Dead
Boneo Discovery Park is set to come alive for Day of the Dead. Tell us a bit about the history of the event? We are excited to hold our first family-friendly Day of the Dead event this Saturday November 2. We have a popular calendar of events such as WinterGlow, Autumn Fest and our sell out NYE event, so we couldn’t be happier to add this to the calendar. For someone who has never celebrated Day of the Dead, why should they get involved? The Day of the Dead is a time of celebration and remembrance of loved ones in Mexico. Now celebrated around the world, it is a great opportunity to explore the delicious food, decorations, costumes and music of this occasion. What makes the Mornington Peninsula the perfect travel destination? The Mornington Peninsula has it all. There’s stunning wineries, beaches, bush walks, world-class restaurants, family venues, a full calendar of events and some of Victoria’s best restaurants and accommodation all just an hour from Melbourne. Tell us a bit about this year’s celebration. What will be the highlights of the event? Our first Day of the Dead celebration will have a full night of family-friendly fun celebrating all things immortal. With a mariachi band, kid’s rides, outdoor cinema, face painting, workshops, a fright walk, bar, food trucks and the always incredible light installations from The Lanternist. What’s the ultimate Day of the Dead costume? We will have some very special prizes for our best dressed visitors on Saturday. There are no rules, so get creative.
Mornington Winter Music Festival
Tell us a bit about the history of the Mornington Winter Music Festival. The Mornington Winter Jazz Festival began as a way to bring more visitors to this beautiful seaside town in winter. With more venues opening up, the festival rebranded to welcome more music genres and has been growing year after year. What artists/bands has the festival attracted in the past? The festival has attracted national and international artists including James Morrison, Kate Ceberano, Deborah Conway and Pierce Brothers, just to name a few. The event also focuses on younger up-and-coming musical talents. What else happens at the festival? Is it just music? The festival is predominantly a venuebased event with small 30-seat restaurants up to large music venues all jumping on board with free events supporting the live music scene. The street showcases eight music zones and kid’s activities including face-painting, music workshops, dancing and more. Why is the Mornington Winter Music Festival important to the region? The Mornington Peninsula is a popular tourist destination in the warmer months but in winter it comes alive as a place for live music, cozy dinners and so much more. The festival is an important event on the calendar with over 20 venues hosting live music over the June long weekend. Have the conversations started about what’s in store for 2020? They certainly have. Street corners, bars and restaurants will come alive again over the 2020 Queen’s Birthday weekend with the sights and sounds of the eighth Mornington Winter Music Festival. Planning has started and for those who want to perform, email us at market@morningtonchamber.com.au.
Day of the Dead takes over Boneo Discovery Park at 695 Limestone Road, Fingal, on Saturday November 2. Grab your tickets via the park website.
The Mornington Winter Music Festival takes over the Peninsula town on the 2020 Queen’s Birthday Weekend, Friday June 5 – Monday June 8. Head to the festival website for more info.
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Frankston: a rising arts & culture hotspot
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Christmas Festival of Lights Kylie Auldist, celebrated feature vocalist of The Bamboos and Cookin’ on 3 Burners, leads Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights celebration on Saturday November 30. While Auldist takes over the main stage, Frankston’s Skating Wonderland will take over the Frankston Library forecourt for those daring enough to try their hand on the ice. There will also be carnival games, amusement rides and more. It’s all free. The Waterfront Festival Frankston will come alive February 2020 when the likes of Kingswood, Emma Donovan and the Putbacks, Phil Para, The Tarantinos and more take to the city’s waterfront for a huge free festival. There will also be food and alcohol aplenty, with over 30 vendors taking to the promenade. It’s on Saturday February 15 and Sunday February 16. Little Beauty Market Set within Frankston’s Beauty Park, the Little Beauty Market showcases all of Melbourne’s best creative innovators. Here, you’ll get the pick of local beer and wine offerings and some of the most delectable foods made in the region. There will be live music courtesy of some of Frankston’s best local musos and heaps more. It runs monthly until April, with the next date on Saturday November 30. Street Art Walking Tours Explore more than 20 of Frankston’s popular street art murals when the Street Art Walking Tours go down. Happening monthly, the 90-minute tours parade through the works of renowned street artists Smug, DVATE, Lucy Lucy, SatOne, Lady Diva and more. The next tour is on Sunday December 8, head to visitfrankston.com to reserve your spot as the tours book out fast. Be there when Frankston comes alive this summer. Head to the respective event websites for more information.
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Tell us a bit about Smart Brothers Brewing. How did the business come together? Smart Brothers Brewing is just that, two brothers Ben and Matt brewing because they love everything craft beer. After a few years of dreaming and planning they decided to give it a crack, starting out small and keeping everything local to our taproom in Somerville. What sets the brewery apart from its competition? We’re the smallest brewery on the Mornington Peninsula producing small batch handcrafted beers. Our beers are exclusively available through our taproom – controlling the whole process from grain to glass guarantees quality and freshness. Tell us a bit about your beers. What’s your top-seller and what makes it so popular? Being a small brewery gives us the opportunity to brew a large range of beers – our taproom has at least ten beers on tap at any time, ranging from delicate German-style lagers to big, heavy porters. Our current top seller is our Coconut IPA, a big, fruity IPA with heaps of toasted coconut thrown in to make it a pretty unique offering. What about your taproom? Can I taste your beers onsite? Our taproom and restaurant is currently the only place to try our beers – it’s separate to our brewery (also in Somerville, but not open to the public). The Taproom has a family-friendly atmosphere with board and card games available to while away an afternoon over a few beers. What makes the Mornington Peninsula the perfect travel destination? It’s got everything – beautiful countryside, spectacular beaches and some of the best food, beer and wine in Australia. Find Smart Brothers Brewing at 4/1071 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville with The Taproom open Thursday to Sunday. Check out their beers via their website. SMARTBROSBREWING.COM
PENINSULA SPECIAL & LIVE
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Four must-see Mornington Peninsula beaches South Beach
Mornington’s Main Street Market is Victoria’s longest-running street market. What’s been the key to the market’s longevity? Even on its 40th birthday the market continues to delight locals and visitors with the “home baked, handmade and home-grown” goodies on offer from over 60 stalls throughout Main Street. What sets the Main Street Market apart from other markets in the region? As one of Victoria’s only street markets, visitors have the benefit of browsing the many unique stalls set in beautiful Main Street Mornington amongst so many boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. Main Street Mornington… where the shops meet the sea! What are some of the stalls that one can expect to find at the Main Street Market? You will find a variety of stalls ranging from fresh produce to handmade jewellery, fashion, craft, baked goods and home décor. The market encourages shoppers to come weekly for farm fresh fruit, veggies, eggs, baked bread, local honey, jams and, of course, homemade hot food to enjoy – from gozlemes to dim sims. Why is the Main Street Market so important to the area? “We want to encourage our local community to shop for their fresh produce every Wednesday at the market, much like in the European villages”, says Bec Davis, Market Manager with the Mornington Chamber of Commerce. “Let’s shop local in beautiful Main Street and support our local artisans with their handmade crafts stalls”. I’m keen to become a stall holder. Where can I apply? If you have a handmade, homegrown or home-baked product, send us an email at market@morningtonchamber.com.au. The Main Street Market goes down every Wednesday from 9am – 3pm in Main Street, Mornington. Head to the market website for more info.
Sit back at South Beach Mt Martha is home to one of the most spectacular beaches along the Mornington Peninsula. South Beach is just a short walk from the shops and provides the perfect spot for a lazy day in the sun. Don’t expect hectic swell here but take a paddle board and see how far out you can get. This beach is super wide and long, so dogs will go wild for it. Surf’s up at Gunnamatta This one is for those rockstar surfers out there. Get the swell from the morning newspaper and then load up the Range Rover – Mick Fanning’s looking for ya. Gunnamatta Beach is also part of the Mornington Peninsula National Park, which makes for some magnificent walking. Dive in. Hide away at Tideways The best hidden secret on this list, Tideways is a secluded beach in Sorrento. Overlooking Sullivan Bay, where a convict settlement was located once upon a time, don’t be surprised if you come alone and stay alone. It’s supposed to be a secret but Chinese whispers got around too fast. Enjoy. Barbecues and more at Rosebud For those who want the full barbecue/picnic beach experience, then Rosebud’s main beach is for you. This is for those who really want a day out on the sand – bring a totem tennis pole and some bats because it’s game on. This one is regularly patrolled by the Rosebud and McCrae Life Saving Clubs, making it a super safe swim. Yes, please.
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In the Pit
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If you’re wondering why Tropical Fuck Storm named their latest record Braindrops, it’s because that’s what’s left splattered on the walls after a TFS live onslaught. By the time they reach the stage, it has been sufficiently warmed by All The Weathers, whose set is a flurry of musical chairs with the way its three members swap and change instruments, and the stage diving, spit-flying antics of Surfbort that had the entire joint foaming at the mouth. “What a pack of cunts,” sneers frontman Gareth Liddiard when thanking the latter. “Good cunts,” chimes multiinstrumentalist Erica Dunn. After opening with their cover of Lost Animal’s ‘Lose The Baby’ and ‘Chameleon Paint’, Liddiard makes it known that his guitar has seen better days. The disclaimer is hardly necessary – the thing is more tape than not, which isn’t surprising considering the belting Gaz gives it. He explains that it’s a little out of tune due to its current state, before adding, “You probably can’t tell. It all sounds out of tune”. His advice? “Deal with it”. And on they charge. New tracks ‘Who’s My Eugene?’ and ‘Braindrops’ hold up against setlist favourites ‘You Let My Tyres Down’ and ‘Soft Power’,
while a B-side cover of Divinyls’ ‘Back To The Wall’ makes an unexpected appearance. Despite the crowd having been a pit of flailing limbs for Surfbort, things had somewhat tamed by now – likely a product of TFS’ all-consuming energy which has the effect of completely stopping time and momentarily causing you to forget that anything but their music exists. Near the end of their set, Gaz’s gat falters completely and he throws it aside. Instead, he sits at his control deck of pedals, twisting and pushing knobs and buttons to elicit the squeals of his rogue guitar. All the while, Lauren Hammel just about smashes her kit right through the floor with each thunderous blow as Dunn alternates between her synth and guitar and Fiona Kitschin plucks at her bass with an effortlessness that just oozes cool. After wrapping up and taking a brief intermission, TFS return to the stage sweaty and out of breath. Hammo hands out stubbies of VB while Gaz explains that we’ll need to wait a moment while he gets his guitar in order – using the opportunity to tell a truly awful dad joke – before they bring things down a few notches for their last track. While ‘Maria 63’ is comparatively restrained in terms of their discography, it quickly builds into another wall of screaming reverb and chaos; a final blow that knocks any last gasp of breath you had from your chest.
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When TFS finally say goodnight and the house lights come on, it’s like being shaken awake during a sleepwalking episode. Completely disorientated, we all just sort of stumble out of The Croxton, wondering what the fuck just happened.
Highlight: TFS could not have picked better supports to build the mood for their set. Lowlight: So sweaty. Crowd favourite: Gaz’s dad joke. BY KATE STREADER
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QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL
Merpire
Benalla is known for being the closest town to where Ned Kelly lived – it’s also the place where Merpire, known offstage as Rhiannon Atkinson-Howatt, has taken a little dalliance to support some friends of hers at a show. Merpire calls them friends, we call them RAT!hammock. BY ANNA ROSE
There’s always time for a chat before a show, though. As singer-songwriters go, Merpire is just enchanting. She’s also something of a pinball machine in that she’s been bouncing around all over the shop since the release of her EP Endless Chatter last year. Merpire’s supported everyone and their dog – pick a name, she’s probably played with them. “I think maybe I went overboard with the supports,” she giggles. “I think I did better this year with playing a little less, focusing more on the business side of things.” Just one of the lessons Merpire’s picked up since her relatively recent emergence. “Last year it was good to play a lot because I was new to Melbourne,” she says. “At that time, I was inspired to get among the Melbourne community, to play as much as I could.” Merpire’s mention of getting out and about to immerse herself with other bands leads neatly into talk of her appearance at Queenscliff, where she’ll be on the bill with the likes of Missy
Higgins, The Delta Riggs, Mojo Juju, and The Cat Empire – some huge Aussie names. In terms of the velocity by which Merpire has accumulated this fame, experience and lessons learned, performing a festival as prestigious as this is an opportunity she can’t quite believe. “It’s definitely a good thing to kind of bring me back down to earth,” she says. “It’s easy to get caught up in, ‘What’s next? Pick that up, move forward, I’m not going fast enough’, comparing yourself to other artists. “But getting that Queenscliff gig was like, ‘Okay things are actually going really well, and I need to remember that, and it’s okay to pat yourself on the back now and then as you are doing great things.’ “I can’t believe my name is amongst all those names – it’s a nice, surreal feeling.” With beautiful, almost wholesome music, even if the narrative isn’t often as such, Merpire admits this will be one of the first occasions she hasn’t worried about how she will retain her uniqueness among so many.
“I haven’t worried if our sound will suit the festival,” she says. “We’ve spent the last 18 months getting our set really strong and we’re really confident in what we’re doing live. “[For] some bands, their success might be marked with more streaming, a live set, or the image is great, or the videos are great – one thing they do really well. I think, for us, it’s our live set. “Even the gaps between songs, we’ve got a couple of little sonic moments to keep people in the zone. I think that’s something I’m aware of, being an audience member, is being held in the moment after a song.” Be it a business venture or just creative urges that Merpire needs to satisfy, from an artist’s perspective it can be a little daunting to keep their interest without sacrificing creative ingenuity. She plays a song, the audience is appreciating what just happened, but it can turn into a bit much.
“Ten seconds between songs, I used to feel, ‘Oh, silly banter that didn’t mean anything.’ I think I’ve learnt you don’t need to fill a space that’s being taken up by a feeling that isn’t talked about. “Leaving more time to ring out a note from the guitar between songs, or a little synth pad on the keys that will lead into the next song. I don’t have to say a lot to keep people captivated, kind of thing. “Working hard on little parts to bring the live set to life. I’m looking forward to getting in front of a lot of people at Queenscliff!”
most important thing in your life, something is missing.” Faulkner’s album also features newly minted covers, which he has become somewhat renowned for. Live versions of iconic songs such as ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, ‘No Diggity’ and ‘Send Me On My Way’ are all given an exemplary Newton Faulkner re-work. “I grew up on instrumental guitarists, people like Tommy Emmanuel – musicians that do amazing arrangements of pre-existing songs. Covers are an interesting challenge and working out my own covers has never scared me. If you make covers different enough, and you do enough with them, they’re just quite
fun. I never want to do something that sounds like the original. “I’m really happy with where ‘No Diggity’ landed. It landed in such a weird space. I ended up with my favourite noise I’ve ever heard – a kind of weird robot-funk dance.”
Merpire will perform as part of Queenscliff Music Festival (sold out), from Friday November 22 until Sunday November 24. Try your luck at the ticket resale via qmf.net.au.
Newton Faulkner He may be ten years into the music game, but Newton Faulkner is still as hungry as ever to perform in front of live audiences. BY FERGUS NEAL
His recently released 31 track double album, The Very Best of Newton Faulkner…So Far, includes fan favourites such as ‘Dream Catch Me’, ‘Write It On Your Skin’, and ‘Clouds’, in addition to brand new songs – all showcasing Faulkner’s brilliance as a songwriter. Faulkner will bring his dynamic acoustic guitar-pop back to our shores after delivering standout sets at last year’s Bluesfest and national headline shows. But it hasn’t all been smooth sailing for one of this millennium’s most successful singer-songwriters, with a notable hiccup of reluctance at the starting line when he was still in high-school. “I started in music unwillingly,” Faulkner laughs. “I had three friends at the time. Two of them played guitar, one of them played drums. They said to me, ‘We’re starting a band, if you still want to have friends, you’re playing bass’. I bought my first bass on a Monday morning and was playing my first gig the next Friday. “I started to get interested in the different sounds a guitar could make. How I could isolate the percussive elements of the guitar and distort them, and layer that so the kicks and snares had a bit more punch. Then I started singing and it all came together.” That early friendship-ultimatum
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eventually paved the way for Faulkner’s breakout double-platinum debut, Hand Built By Robots. Reaching those heights so early in his career taught Faulkner a lot of handy lifelessons to do with success and happiness, which have likely shaped him into being the humble and easy-going person he is today. “I’ve had two number one albums, but they only last a week so I don’t get too excited,” he says. “It’s quite a sad realisation. The first album did well and loads of people appeared and were like, ‘Hey I want to be best friends,’ and I was like, ‘Oh cool, I love best friends.’ Then the second album didn’t do as well, it was number three. “At that point, a whole bunch of people completely disappeared and I was like, ‘Oh that’s interesting, they’re probably just busy, they must be busy people.’ Then the third album came out and went to number one and guess what, they all immediately re-appeared. I was like, ‘Oh, okay, it’s all bullshit’. “The most successful people I know are not the happiest, by any stretch of the imagination. It’s about friends and love, and basically anything other than work. Work helps, and I think it really helps to have a job you love doing. But to be honest, if work is the
Newton Faulkner will perform at Queenscliff Music Festival which is happening from Friday November 22 until Sunday November 24 (sold out). He’ll also hit the Croxton on Friday November 22. Tickets via Frontier Touring.
MELBOURNE MUSIC WEEK
CC:DISCO!
Melbourne Music Week is celebrating its tenth anniversary this November, and who better to headline than Melbourne’s own CC:DISCO!? BY ELLEN ROSIE
Courtney Clarke, who DJs under the moniker of CC:DISCO!, says that it feels pretty surreal to be headlining this year’s massive event. “I remember when Melbourne Music Week just started and I was getting into the scene. To think ten years later I’d be playing is crazy. It’s always been such a huge event to me, so to be asked is an honour,” says Clarke. For its tenth anniversary, this year will see the return of the immersive pop-up venue Kubik as the MMW Hub, which will find its temporary home in Alexandra Gardens on the banks of the Yarra River. MMW will host over 300 local and international acts across its ten days. Not only will it once again be certified carbon neutral, the festival is working towards a zero-waste initiative for the first time. Clarke, who runs Melbourne’s muchloved Club Coco, says that fans who attend her show at MMW can expect full Club Coco vibes with inclusiveness, high energy, no pretentiousness and just pure feeling. According to Clarke, music is just about enjoying the moment and engaging with people from all walks of life. She wants to create a dance sanctuary that you never want to leave with music you hope never ends.
Clarke is keen to perform alongside Kllo and Nu Guinea, amongst others, though she is especially excited to perform alongside French DJ Raphaël Top Secret. “I’m so stoked that I am able to have such a world class act along for the ride, all the way from France,” she says. “He is one of the most revered DJs in the world, so to say it’s going to be special is a total understatement.” Now stationed in Lisbon and having undertaken three extensive tours of Europe and the UK in 2018, Clarke admits she is a little homesick. “I’ll never get sick of Aussies on the dancefloor, watching them in crowds in Europe you see the energy they bring and you can spot them from a mile away.” Clarke has also been keeping herself busy by producing the second volume of First Light, a compilation she curated in 2018 that profiles Australian and New Zealand electronic artists. With the second edition, the concept remains the same – bringing emerging acts to the forefront – however this edition will also feature global artists. “It’s got some amazing tunes on there and lots of different styles. I’m looking forward to sharing some of these talented artists with
you next year. It’s been a long process but it’s nearly there.” Clarke believes that people should use MMW as an opportunity to support and celebrate Melbourne’s amazing local music community. “It’s a HUGE event and we are so lucky to have this on our doorstep. It gives so many artists amazing opportunities, so I just hope the city appreciates and enjoys the hell out of it, as that’s who it’s been created for.” In the meantime, you can catch CC:DISCO! on her Australian Club Coco
tour with Raphaël Top Secret or at her New Zealand shows, before she takes a break to enjoy the summer. “I can finally see all of my favourite DJs again and dance myself. Melbourne truly has some of the best DJs in the world!”
short. I always like it if it’s the thing that I went to see, really,” she laughs. While a lone soldier during writing and performing The Queen Who Stole The Sky, Chadwick has brought back her band for her upcoming records, which she confirms will be released very soon. “I’ve been working on two pieces; a new record called Please Daddy and the first single for that will be out in a couple of weeks... the album will be here in January. There was a lot more arrangement than I’m used to, and I think it’s probably my favourite to date. Again, it’s quite different to what I’ve previously done, but it works. She also has a second album in the works that won’t be out until the latter half of 2020. Two albums in less than a year seems like overkill for a musician, unless it’s King Gizzard & The Wizard Lizard of course, but this too is
not unlike Chadwick. She had back to back releases in 2018 with Sugar Still Melts In The Rain, Hit and Miss and This One’s For Me and is now just continuing the practice. “I write quite quickly.I’m not a perfectionist, I don’t rewrite things. I’m more like, sit down for an hour and that’s a song done kind of thing. Even when I watch people live I would rather it be memorable and watch it fall apart than it be really slick. Anyone can be tight with practice. Any idiot can play something well. That’s the easy part, really!”
CC:DISCO! will be headlining Melbourne Music Week which runs from Thursday November 14 to Saturday November 23 across the CBD. She’ll play at Kubik on Friday November 15 with tix available via the MMW website.
Sarah Mary Chadwick Melbourne Music Week’s tenth iteration brings forth a jam-packed program of must-see performances, panels and presentations. BY TAMMY WALTERS
Last year saw Australian label, Rice Is Nice celebrate their tenth anniversary with a mega showcase of their roster, including performances from Spod, Summer Flake, Rebel Yell and Sarah Mary Chadwick. The latter Rice Is Nice alumni, Sarah Mary Chadwick, will be returning to the event series to deliver a jaw-dropping organ-led performance at St Paul’s Cathedral. “I did a commission on Melbourne Town Hall organ, it must have been maybe this time last year, and part of that commission was to write a record, or collection of work, to be performed on that organ,” Chadwick explains. “For Melbourne Music Week this year, I will be doing the same kind of performance but on the St Paul’s Cathedral organ.” The record in spotlight is The Queen Who Stole The Sky, as written and recorded on the Town Hall’s 90 year old Grand Organ, which was built in 1929 and refurbished in 2001, and currently stands as the largest grand romantic organ in the southern hemisphere.
A haunting and incredibly raw collection of 11 arrangements, including the epic title track and the heart-wrenching ‘Confetti’, The Queen Who Stole The Sky will echo to the heavens in such a setting. “I’m really looking forward to it actually, because I don’t play those songs very often. I can, but they were written for a specific instrument, so it will be nice to have another turn on an organ. At this stage I will be playing the entirety of The Queen Who Stole The Sky record with no support; just one, kind of, 45 minute performance.” No support will be necessary for the New Zealand native, now Melbourne claimed musician. While her performance will leave audiences reeling, no support is more Chadwick’s style. Although she has an incredible support network and bandmates to call upon for an album, Chadwick generally works on her own most of the time anyway. “I always like no supports because I’m old and I get tired and my attention span is super
Don’t miss your chance to see Sarah Mary Chadwick performing The Queen Who Stole The Sky at St. Paul’s Cathedral this MMW. She performs on Tuesday November 19 - grab your tickets via the MMW website
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The Blind Boys of Alabama It’s been eight decades since The Blind Boys of Alabama first began singing together – and now the gospel group are headed to Port Fairy where they will mesmerise audiences with their transcendent music. BY FERGUS NEAL
Eric ‘Ricky’ McKinnie started losing his eyesight at the age of 20 due to glaucoma and was completely blind soon thereafter. The talented musician had gone platinum with the Gospel Keynotes before going blind, but he never viewed his disability as an obstacle to furthering his music career. “It’s not about what you can’t do. It’s about what you can do – and we can play good gospel music. Being blind is just a limitation – and we all have limitations,” he says. The Blind Boys of Alabama first rose to fame in the segregated south with their spinetingling vocal harmonies combined with an undercurrent of love. They released their debut single, ‘I Can See Everybody’s Mother But Mine,’ on the iconic Veejay Label in 1948. It wasn’t until 1990 that McKinnie officially joined Blind Boys as a drummer and vocalist – a decision that would lead the group to win five Grammys.
“I’ve been a member for about 32 years. My mother’s a gospel singer – that’s how I met the Blind Boys,” he says. “I started my first band when I was 14. I used to sing at a lot of talent shows and people enjoyed my singing and playing and that made me notice that I must have something going here. Music is from the heart and what comes from the heart reaches the heart. “Looking back over my career, I’m always happiest when someone tells me they’ve enjoyed what we do – they leave feeling glad and that makes me feel good. Stand out moments for me are when the Blind Boys received a lifetime achievement award from The Grammy association – and getting to play for three presidents; Clinton, Bush, and Obama. But I wasn’t thinking about awards when I joined the Blind Boys. I just enjoyed singing and everything else fell into place. Those awards, it must have been meant to be.” The Blind Boys of Alabama have
performed on prestigious stages all over the world where they’ve inspired crowds regardless of race, gender, and ability. McKinnie is now looking forward to extending his uplifting music to audiences attending the 44th Annual Port Fairy Folk Festival. “The Australian audiences are more energetic, because you don’t get what we do as often as people in America. You guys are fun as anything,” McKinnie says. When asked why people find his music so spiritually uplifting, McKinnie draws in a deep breath. “I was brought up in a Christian home. If you lift God up – he’ll draw all men. So, it was just embedded within me to go out and do what I do. I’ve always been a dreamer. If you can dream a dream and do the work, keep the faith, everything works out fine. “Joy is something that can be inspired in you – but you also have to inspire it in yourself. Some people haven’t been anywhere or done
anything more than just a regular job. But they just feel good about what they do. That’s the key.” The Port Fairy Folk Festival is set to host an eclectic mix of internationally-renowned musical performers, great conversations, workshops, collaborations, and surprises. The 2020 festival will celebrate music from around the world, exemplifying the great folk/root traditions of many cultures, regions, communities, and countries – from Ireland to Port Fairy, Johannesburg to New Orleans, Celtic to Bluegrass – and many other exciting folk fusions.
it so you can bring in what you want to drink, you can drink it in a relaxed environment and you don’t have to binge them, you don’t need to skull straight stuff. It has the opposite effect. Intuitively you think BYO encourages bad behaviour, but it’s the other way around.” In their inaugural year, the festival received praise from the local police, council, security and the punters for behaviour and operations, with their post festival survey receiving a 50 per cent response rate with 90 per cent saying that were very likely to return, speaking volumes for the festival. That culture that Bath is trying to foster extends into their approach to sustainability. Last year, the festival staff didn’t have to clean up any rubbish post event and this year, the festival aims to entirely eliminate single-use items. “We are actually going to try to get rid
of single-use anything. We’re going to have a whole station onsite with bowls, plates, forks and every food vendor is not allowed to use single-use items. “We’re hoping with the culture shown last year that people will use them, return them, we wash them and dry them and return them for further use. Any plastic that does get thrown [out] will go into soft plastic recycling to turn that plastic into furniture that we will have on site for 2020,” Bath explains. Jayden Bath is definitely setting up Loch Hart Music Festival to be the benchmark for festival practice.
The Blind Boys of Alabama hit Port Fairy Folk Festival from Friday March 6 to Monday March 9. Visit portfairyfolkfestival.com for more details. They’ll also appear at the Theatre Royal Castlemaine on Wednesday March 11 and at the Brunswick Music Festival on Thursday March 12.
Loch Hart Music Festival Loch Hart Music Festival had a huge inaugural year in 2018, but it’s not the acts it pulls to its stage that makes it stand out – it’s the heart of the festival that gives it its charm. BY TAMMY WALTERS
Operating out of the school campground of Kangaroobie Camp, just a stone’s throw from The Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge on Victoria’s iconic Great Ocean Road, Loch Hart Music Festival offers a picturesque backdrop to really set the scene. Take Sunset Point, for example, where you can watch the sun meet the water in a moment of pure bliss. “It’s just the perfect location because it’s already scenic and made for events,” says Festival Founder and Director, Jayden Bath. “It’s very rare in Victoria that you can actually see the sunset on the ocean, because we’re in the south of Australia. We’re very fortunate.” It’s these surreal moments that are the basis for the festival. Stemming from his wild university house party hosting days, Bath wanted to recreate the euphoria of being around friends listening to good music and getting completely lost in what’s happening, without it getting “ruined by dickheads”. “The dream is to create an immersive
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weekend away. The experience you get is much more than seeing a couple of your favourite acts. It’s very much being out of your everyday normal life and in a stunning part of the world with a cool bunch of people in an absolutely amazing venue and really trying to capture that whole experience.” Bath tries to maintain the no dickhead approach, curating all aspects of the festival to encourage positive behaviour – from the bands they book to their relationship with security, police and councils and even their BYO alcohol standpoint. “You have to make sure that everything is designed to not encourage that dickhead behaviour. That starts when we start thinking about bands and bookings and goes right up to the day and how we brief security to act. It’s the little things that I think are embedded throughout a festival that really adds up to a good experience,” he says. “When it’s BYO, it changes the culture of
Loch Hart Music Festival comes to Kangaroobie Campground, Princetown from Friday November 15 until Sunday November 17. For tickets, the lineup and more info, head to lochhart.com.au.
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DRMNGNOW
In January 2018, Neil Morris launched the hip hop project DRMNGNOW with the song ‘Australia Does Not Exist’. Despite what some commenters on YouTube seem to think, it’s not a song endorsing flat earth theory. Rather, it highlights the illegitimacy of the country Australia, as founded by the British Empire. BY AUGUSTUS WELBY
“There was a reason why that was the first track,” Morris says. “For myself, ever since I started to go to university, straight out of high school and in my late teens, I very much questioned the things that were passed to us and the identity of Australianisms and Australia and a government structure that is not really serving anybody the greatest good. “Look at the incredibly rapid rate we’re heading to catastrophic circumstances, obviously environmentally, and the social and political unrest that we’ve been moving more and more towards in recent years. From a very young age I was quite cognisant of how it was that these oppressive forces were affecting Indigenous people, first and foremost.” Morris has followed up with four further singles over the last 18 months. More recently, ‘We See You’, looks at mental health issues within Indigenous communities, with particular reference to the devastating suicide figures that have emerged this year – between
January and May, 62 First Nations people died by suicide. Morris has a close personal connection to the issue, having experienced depression himself and witnessing mental illness take family members away from him. Understandably, he felt an urgent need to write a song on the subject. “So many of our young people don’t make it and I was one of those young people who could’ve been another statistic,” he says. “I found it very traumatising to start the year off with so much publicity [about] this catastrophic spree of extremely young Indigenous people committing suicide. Those things don’t happen by chance. It’s not by chance that Indigenous suicides are getting worse when you correlate that with the fact we have a right wing government that is causing all kinds of mayhem and difficulty for all of us, but certainly Indigenous peoples. “If I’m going to create music, at least within this juncture in time, it really needs
to make the most utilisation of a platform to speak very clearly and very strongly about one thing or another that advocates for my peoples.” DRMNGNOW is playing at the Strawberry Fields festival in late November. Morris’ music is built on deep electronic beats that speak to the body, but it’s also very cerebral, emotive and spiritual. Suffice to say, it doesn’t obviously lend itself to the hedonist atmosphere of a music festival. “Ultimately my music is about Indigenous culture, it’s about Indigenous spirituality in the now, it’s about resilience and it’s about evoking people in a way that those mentioned things can somehow become pertinent to people if they’re not before that experience. Or it can evoke them to go deeper within how they might connect to that and interact with that and want to understand that.” However, while Morris identifies the potential for raising and spreading awareness, he has mixed feelings about the festival
environment in general. “There’s parts of me that are really troubled by the way that festival culture has emerged and not had Indigeneity as a central pillar to how we’re originally evolved in this country. What I see at the moment is we’re having to work back to front to get Indigeneity respected effectively within cultural environments. Unfortunately, it’s quite a recent thing that festivals are taking heed to that and really listening to Indigenous people. “At this point, unfortunately, as Indigenous people within music we are thrust in this very awkward predicament of either not being present and not raising awareness or being present and raising awareness and knowing that there’s still a lot of work to do.”
residency – including me. So the song goes, ‘My dear asylum seekers/We know you are waiting for your permanent visa/And we know you’ve been waiting for a long time.’ “Some people have been waiting seven years, ten years; me, I’ve been five years waiting for it. It’s really difficult.” Contrasting this, Koang wrote his unreleased track ‘To You My People’ after spending time in Tasmania, where the message is, “To you my people/To you my audience/We are singing the song for you with love always.” It’s clear that Koang has a love for Melbourne and Australia and wants to
continue to give the people here his gift of music. He humbly admits, “People in Melbourne are family. They love me. They love my music. And also, I love them. When I’m performing, they shout, ‘Gordon, do one more!’, which makes me very happy.” Get up and dance with Koang and his band by heading to Strawberry Fields in November. It’ll be a good one.
Catch DRMNGNOW at Strawberry Fields, happening in Tocumwal from Friday November 29 until Sunday December 1. The festival is sold out but join the waitlist via the festival website.
Gordon Koang For the last ten years, Strawberry Fields has put on a celebration of art, music and creativity in the wildlands of NSW. BY MARNIE VINALL
For an event that’s big on diversity, community and expression, it’s fitting that Gordon Koang will join the lineup in 2019. Koang is from the Upper Nile region of South Sudan and fuses traditional Neur rhythms from the area with English and Arabic influences. As he tells us, Koang plays the thom, a wooden banjo-like instrument, alongside his cousin, Paul Biel, who plays the tabla. “They go together with piano, guitar and bass and a lot of drums”. Here, Koang is referring to the six-person band he currently performs with in Australia. He’s not shy to show his admiration for those he plays alongside either, telling us, “We’ve got a very great band here in Melbourne. We really bring the band together to the same voice.” Koang will have a lot of tracks to draw from for his set at Strawberry Fields, having released ten albums all up, as well as his new single ‘Asylum Seeker’. Having performed all across the world, Tocumwal is the next stop for Koang alongside some of Australia and the world’s biggest producers and artists. The likes of Gerd Janson, Bob Moses, Derrick May, Mildlife, and a raft of others will be
taking to Strawberry Fields. For this, he says he is, “very grateful to be coming and performing. “It’s very exciting”, he admits, declaring that, “The music is my life. I love it so much”. Already steeped in a dancefloor sensibility, the addition of bass and keyboard players in Koang’s band has done wonders to the songwriter’s ability to set the floor and create groove. “Come up and party,” he says. “Move your body – you can dance now.” But his music is more than just a means for dance, it’s a way for Koang to forge cultural bridges and further diversify Australia’s music consciousness. “My music means love, unity and that we walk together as a team among the communities.” “This is the way we do music,” he explains. “Talking about love, peace and unity.” Strawberry Fields punters will also be privy to some of Koang’s latest music, including ‘Asylum Seeker’ and its B-side, ‘South Sudan’. He’s also currently working on his 11th album, which reflects his move to Melbourne, adjustment to life in Australia and his take on the world around him. ‘Asylum Seeker’, as Koang explains, is for, “People who are waiting for their permanent
Gordon Koang comes to Strawberry Fields when the festival hits Tocumwal from Friday November 29 to Sunday December 1. The festival is sold out but join the waitlist via the festival website.
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Electric Fields
Adelaide based electro-soul duo Electric Fields have been creating a buzz as an up-and-coming outfit in Australia. BY ELLEN ROSIE
The duo, comprising vocalist Zaachariaha Fielding and keyboard player and producer Michael Ross, were finalists for the 2019 Corner Award, proudly presented by The Corner Hotel, and have now been announced as this year’s winner. “It’s always great to be recognised when you work really hard,” say the duo. “This is like a solid high-five with a satisfying thwack from an awesome venue.” For winning the Corner Award, the band will receive a number of prizes such as a cash cheque of $5000, a headline show at the Corner Hotel and a two week poster run, just to name a few. This is huge for Electric Fields; it will mean they will be able to surround their music with the promotional means needed to take another step. “When you’re an indie band, you often go without,” Ross says. “For our first national tour which was a few months ago, we only did posters in two cities, couldn’t afford to bring Grayson [Rotumah] and Jamie [Goldsmith] with us, used whatever lighting was there on the fly, just bare bones due to the cost of it all. “Australia is a huge country with a small population, so all us musicians here have to
work hard to get around.” Winning the Corner Award puts them among past recipients, Sampa The Great, Cable Ties and Baker Boy, who Electric Fields say they respect a lot. For their headline show at The Corner, the band say they’ll be celebrating by getting some new fishnet stockings and some custom Electric Fields scrunchies. “We haven’t played The Corner before so we can’t wait because we know it’s a great venue. We’ll definitely do something special for this show, not sure what yet.” Electric Fields have been stirring things up at festivals around the country, including BIGSOUND, WOMADelaide and Vivid Live but manage to stay grounded. On tour, they keep their band laptop with them so they can continue working on new music. After the Corner Award honour, the band just wants to get their music to more people. “When we compose tracks we’re usually releasing our grip on old memories,” Ross says. “We find our audiences often follow suit and we co-work with them to conjure a state of joy. We also like to create around other people’s stories or aspects of living on earth that you don’t often hear in electronic music.”
Electric Fields would encourage musicians who are just starting their career to work hard and persevere. “Get messy with your emotions and for god’s sake, be good. Write about parts of yourself that you don’t already have a song for, including the aspects that make you scared and embarrassed. Know that you may never be able to make enough money to pay your bills from music and be okay with that.” Incredibly grateful to the Corner Hotel for the accolade, Electric Fields have a number of people they would love to thank. The duo are just a couple of soulmates sharing their ideas and energy through honest music and they
care deeply for all the people who help them make it happen. Next, Electric Fields see themselves releasing new music featuring collaborations with some of their favourite artists in 2020. “Mostly we can’t wait to finish our original music. There’s some soulful EDM and traditional inma songs [thousands of years old] from the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara lands that have been lent to us by the Elders.”
“After the tour, I stayed in Japan for a couple of months longer than the band. I got to discover my ancestral roots in this Indigenous people of Japan; Ainu. I got to find that out as a fact after it being discussed in my family for many years. I’ve started learning their language, because I have their genes but I don’t have a living breathing experience of my ancestors. “I went to libraries, searched online, I sampled a lot of their old-time storytelling. Through making this EP I got to experience different roots I have in Tokyo, in Melbourne, and in Ainu people. The EP forced me to go on this exciting journey. “I thought I was almost done with the EP, but then in Japan I collaborated with a lot of Japanese artists, so that deepened my
connection with Japan and led me to wanting the EP to be more about discovering two homes that I have in Melbourne and Japan.” Shimada will be one of many eclectic artists performing at Open Spaces on the grounds of The Abbotsford Convent. The allages event will see punters enjoy a relaxed weekend sprawled on the grass in the Convent’s beautiful gardens surrounded by its stunning heritage architecture. The amazing space will only be conducive to the atmospheric, cinematic, and other-worldly sound that Shimada produces every time she enters a performance space.
Congratulations to Electric Fields for taking out the 2019 Corner Award. Find out more about the accolade via the award’s dedicated website, corneraward.com.
Elle Shimada
After selling out nine shows across Japan, Elle Shimada has seamlessly combined her talents as violinist, producer, curator, and DJ to quickly become one of Melbourne’s most innovative artists. BY FERGUS NEAL
Elle Shimada took a leap of faith last year to collaborate. Having been a solo artist for many years, Shimada’s band has not only added fresh energy to her genre-bending music, they’ve also been instrumental in pushing the sound-guru to take more risks than what was possible on her own. “We’ve only been playing as a band for about a year,” Shimada says. “I’ve always played solo with my production in the background. But last year I finally had the courage to form a band and share my music with other musicians. In forming a band, it was important to find people that I resonated with musically but who I can also share my culture with and have them support me in cultivating my cultural identity through music. “I was originally just going to Japan for a holiday and to see my parents – but my band said,‘Let’s go and play music – we want to play music with you in Japan.’ We sold out all nine shows within a few months. We were very lucky to get support from all these venues.” Off the back of a sold-out Japanese tour, Shimada returns to Melbourne brimming with new ideas and influences. When asked
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how she became such an expert in sound production and creating unique music, Shimada’s voice glows with excitement. “As a little kid, I was always fascinated with sound. Not only with musical instruments – my father bought me a Zoom recorder when I was eight and I’ve always recorded everything; noises from my house, nature, friends talking. That was my first instrument before the violin. That slowly led me into music production on computers, electronic music production. “When I moved to Australia at the age of 15, I didn’t speak English, so my love and relationship with music deepened. I took the violin seriously from that age because it was a means to communicate to my environment without language. Violin helped me communicate with the world and settle into Australia.” When Shimada returned to Japan, she encountered a surprising ancestral history that she had always suspected but never confirmed. It was this discovery that completely re-altered and re-shaped her forthcoming EP.
Open Spaces takes place at the Abbotsford Convent from Saturday November 9 – Sunday November 10. For more information visit abbotsfordconvent.com.au
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Los Chicos
Spanish troubadours Los Chicos know how to party, having raged for the past nineteen years all over the world. BY CHRISTINE TSIMBIS
They are set to hit Australia to play a string of live shows, including a series of support slots with Radio Birdman and a headline show at The Tote for Melbourne Cup Day. Expressing his excitement at touring Australia once again, vocalist Rafa Suñén extends his respect to those he will be sharing the stage with – Radio Birdman, The Stems, The New Christs and other bands playing alongside Los Chicos. “It’s still like a dream come true for us [to go to Australia],” Suñén says. “Even more when we are playing with bands that are key to our lives, like Radio Birdman. We play rock’n’roll because of them. We played with them on their last year’s tour and it was rock’n’roll heaven. “We’d met the guys before and we got on great. We’re playing with them again, which is beyond our dreams and is the best motivation to get out there and burn onstage.” Radio Birdman is just the start for Los Chicos, however, with some of the other bands proving to be inspirations too. “We also have The Stems on the same bill and we are also gonna play with The New Christs! They are good friends and so essential to us as a band. We wouldn’t be the
same band if it wasn’t for their inspiration. “We will also be playing with the HardOns, a band we have loved since we were teenagers, and Kid Congo! So many friends that have bands that we almost feel part of, like The Meanies, 300 St. Claire, Mesa Cosa, the Breadmakers, Les Yé-Yé Girls, Pipón’s Exotica and Tim’s Mod Vigil. “We’ll also be able to see The Sunday Reeds and Rocket Science again, and discover so many bands thanks to River Rocks Festival. Not to forget our brother and sister band, the almighty Thee Cha Cha Chas!” Los Chicos released their latest album By Medical Prescription last year and it’s as exciting as you could expect from such a striking band. “I was quite vibed up because I wanted to make right what bored me about the [last] album. We kind of went for what you would find on the Crypt Records roster from their heyday. We were super focused on getting the “go-for-broke” vocals and performance. “It was easy to make. We had Johnny Casino with us to produce it, who is our mentor and brother, and he helped us to trust ourselves with deeper songs like ‘Nothing’. We are still super proud of By Medical
Prescription, although I can’t wait to record the next one and move to a new level.” Suñén fondly reflects on the band’s musical journey, musing that while they have refined their skills, their unbridled energy hasn’t wavered one bit. “When we formed Los Chicos, we were pretty unformed as musicians and personally, we were a bunch of demented kalimotxo [wine and Coca Cola] drinking machines in their early twenties,” Suñén says. “We’ve learned a few things in 19 years playing in the band, we like to think we know how to write better songs than before and maybe now we play a bit better too. “The energy of our live shows was there right from day one. Maybe nowadays we don’t
hammer a full bottle of whisky and ten litres of kalimotxo… we might just do the kalimotxo bit. We’ve learned, but not too much. “I mean, what do you do if you are [a] big star? How do you top that first album? Better to learn in front of everyone. We despise perfection, but somehow we perfected our own weird and crazy Chico shit, just not too much. That’s the secret.”
record and want to play it for their mates kind of thing. “We’re still finding ways to get people in, there are so many people who come here and say, ‘We didn’t know this place existed’. Starting a new venue is tough, but those people are turning into repeat customers.” The Bergy is looking to expand the events taking place at their underused function room upstairs. The building itself, while appearing small from the outset, contains a labyrinth of untapped gems. “Whether it’s poetry readings or arty-type things – hopefully, some gallery spaces will fill upstairs in the coming months and years. We’ve had a lot of people wanting to come in and film, which doesn’t translate to dollars, but it’s nice that people like the look of the space.” When asked what the go-to Bergy drink
is for the coming summer, Cudmore laughs. “We’ve been doing pickle-backs. Homemade pickle juice. Richard’s parents are Polish – his Mum has this polish recipe for pickle juice and pickles – everyone seems to love them.” If pickle juice is the summer’s drink at Bergy Seltzer, the vibe is most definitely a chilled-out sense of mirth. “I just want it to be nice and relaxed, there are so many pretentious bars out there. I was out on Saturday night, the bartenders don’t even look happy. We’re just happy to sit here and chat with people. ‘Shoot the shit’, as they say.”
Los Chicos support Radio Birdman at The Croxton on Monday November 4 and play a headline show at The Tote on Tuesday November 5 (Cup Day). Grab your tickets via the respective venue websites.
The Bergy Seltzer
Many in the north are still reeling from the loss of The Brunswick Hotel, but co-owner David ‘Frankie’ Cudmore hopes The Bergy Seltzer can rekindle the same magic just 200 meters down the road. BY FERGUS NEAL
The Bergy Seltzer – originally slated as a sideproject of The Brunswick Hotel – became Cudmore’s sole enterprise once it was apparent that The Brunny had poured its last drink. Just 200 meters down the road, The Bergy has a stunning beer garden which is supplemented by an indoor performance space and bartenders who are always up for a chat. “Both myself and Brodie [Breumer] worked for Richard [Kruk, Manager] at The Brunny for ten years,” Cudmore says. “When it went belly up, we were in an office across the road dealing with lawyers and insurance trying to get The Brunny up-and-running, and we saw this venue was for sale and we thought we’d start a little bar to keep us going in the meantime. Once the pin dropped on The Brunny, it has kind of become an extension of the old place, but that was never our intention. “We’ve been doing music on the weekends, trying to do more acoustic and duo shows, but we are getting some bands coming in as well. Nothing too heavy, not like The Brunny used to be with metal and punk. We’re just wanting to be a cool hang-
out-spot for musicians, with myself and Brody behind the bar talking shit. That was our goal,” Cudmore laughs. The Bergy hosts a regular comedy night on Mondays, and there’s other playful components to the bar – including a list of banned topics. Some taboo subjects include Flat Earth, JFK, and Stones vs Beatles, although they’re never strictly enforced. The list is a product of all the mind-numbing conversations the boys have heard while growing up in the hospitality industry. “We’ve got a list of banned topics which means when people see it, they instantly start discussing them,” says Cudmore. The Bergy is setting up for summer, with a surprisingly big beer garden appearing behind an Alice In Wonderland-sized door, and walls lined with iconic music posters from yesteryear. Punters will be pleasantly surprised at what they find nestled out the back. “We’ve got a retractable roof ready for summer. We’ve also finished upstairs redevelopment. It’s a function space where we to hope to cater to bands wanting to do listening parties – when they have a new
The Bergy Seltzer is open at 68 Sydney Rd Brunswick from 4pm to 1am every night. For more info, head to their Facebook page.
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The Gospel Whiskey
Gospel Sundays kick off at Good Heavens from November 10 – stay tuned to Beat for more info on who’s playing.
BY ANNA ROSE
There’s a new Rye Whiskey in town that’s delicious, affordable and turning heads. You don’t have to be a whiskey aficionado to enjoy The Gospel Whiskey, this is one easy-sip that is rapidly rising from its Brunswick-based distillery. Five years in the making this creation is the lovechild of a duo of young engineers, Andrew Fitzgerald and Ben Bowles. The Gospel is a unique Australian first. “We’re the first Aussie rye made within the traditions of an American style whiskey,” says co-founder Bowles. “Our product is something different in the Australian market and one we feel people will enjoy, whatever the occasion.” Bowles was raised in South Carolina, USA having grown up learning the craft from a family tradition of making moonshine, met business partner Fitzgerald in Melbourne
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where they began their business endeavour in 2014. The Gospel Whiskey not only honours American traditions but also has a strong Aussie connection with Bowles and Fitzgerald both being very particular about the source of the grain, one grown in the Murray Mallee region, South Australia. “We get our grain direct from one single farmer,” Bowles explains. “We love supporting farmers and small businesses that support Australia.” After making a successful business out of Moonshine, the pair started turning their
attention to producing whiskey. “Three years ago we knew after a trip though the States that rye was something we wanted to get into. There was a gap for it in Australia and fortunately both of us love rye.” “It’s a very hard grain to work with. It’s incredibly hard to cook, mash and turn into whiskey – we were drawn to this challenge and it’s definitely lived up to expectations, becoming a labour of love.” “The gospel is the truth – it’s not a religious connection but it’s the gospel of whiskey, it’s our gospel.” The duo are particularly passionate about creating the pathway for new and edgy whiskey brands in Australia and this is evident in their newly released website, thegospelwhiskey.com. With the introduction of ‘Gospel Sunday’ events at Good Heavens [Bourke Street], the team are already onto a home run. “This is just the start for The Gospel family and we’re really excited about supporting other great venues and music events” “Andrew [Fitzgerald] is actively involved in the music community and so we felt it was
a great fit to kick off our launch with some good Sunday beats at Good Heavens.” In some religions Sunday is a day of worship, and you’d suppose that if whiskey is your religion, then attending Gospel Sundays is obligatory and doctrine. Should you choose to join the congregation at events held across the next month, there’s a lot you can expect to enjoy. The Gospel Whiskey isn’t for a special occasion, it’s for every occasion according to Bowles. “Our product was made for people to enjoy every day and we are really passionate about making this an accessible drink for everyone to enjoy.” Also partaking at The Gospel Sunday sessions are barbeque aficionados Fancy Hank’s and brewery Wolf of the Willows. All three have collaborated to bring you a chance to win a fun filled package worth $1,500 – consisting of a dinner and drinks package for five guests at Fancy Hank’s, take home bottle for each guest of the Gospel Solera Rye, Wolf of the Willows beers and merchandise. Parched and not in Melbourne? The Gospel Whiskey is distributed nationwide and in every capital city through Vanguard Luxury Brands. “We’re in quite a few bars in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth, and it’s still early days, having launched less than a month ago” When it comes to delectable Gospel Whiskey concoctions, Bowles has you sorted; whiskey is more versatile than you think. “It easily stands up on its own, but I have two preferred ways I like to drink it – soda, ice, and a shot or two of The Gospel. Otherwise, dry ginger ale and a slice of orange. That’s it, all day long.” The Gospel Whiskey is stocked in all good retailers and independent bottle shops in Melbourne and beyond. Find out more at thegospelwhiskey.com and at their Instagram @thegospelwhiskey.
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Japanese Film Festival The Japanese Film Festival is back for its 23rd year, boasting an array of handpicked contemporary and classic Japanese cinema. BY JESS ZANONI
This year, Melbourne will be spoiled with over 30 films across two programs, including a collection of horror and supernatural 36mm and 16mm vintage Japanese films, straight from the festival’s film archive in Tokyo. “The festival originally started in our office in Sydney with just three films. Back then it was a classroom,” one of the festival’s programmers, Susan Bui, recalls. “Now we screen to 19 cities over four programs. We review close to 100 films and cut them down to 30.” This year, the festival’s theme is New Perspectives, with an aim to revise old stories and bring underground, fringe stories to the forefront. “We want to highlight aspects of Japan that are not so well known to the general public,” Bui explains. “We’ve got a film called Born Bone Born, that’s based on an island off Japan called Okinawa. The film itself is about a death ritual very localised to that island. Many people don’t visit the island and don’t experience Japanese culture in that way, as it’s not part of the mainstream culture of Japan. “We also have a film called Rent a Friend that looks at renting companionship, which
has become quite popular in Japan due to the lifestyle of most city people, where they don’t have time to spend with friends or find lovers. So that film really highlights modern companionship and the issues that can arise from that.” A key mission for the festival is to expose Australians to authentic cultural narratives and voices in Japan – ones that are of interest and concern to contemporary Japanese auteurs. “I feel like a lot of Japanese filmmakers are very much affected by their environment. They’re trying to voice an opinion to get out the things they think are wrong about their own society and try and highlight that in their films. On the other end, there’s a lot of filmmaking in Japan that’s really wild. A lot of filmmakers do adaptions of novels and manga and of other kinds of literature out there, the stories are very fantastical and they’re not part of daily living at all.” Bui also reflects on the way a lot of Japanese filmmakers are interested in experimenting with traditional narrative structure. “I find that Japanese storylines are slightly different to the way western cinema is, where you have your beginning, middle and
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end. Many Japanese films don’t run in that particular kind of format.” The festival program also includes a number of light-hearted films that feel quintessentially Japanese in their comedic style. “I think there’s a word for the way that the Japanese create humour. It’s very different to the way that we create humour. There’s this Japanese film that was created as a western film and it completely flopped, because that humour doesn’t translate across. It’s very slapstick and Japanese acting is very expressive.” For fans of Parasite, Siblings Of The Cape, directed by Shinzo Katayama, will be of particular interest. “It’s pretty intense. It’s about two siblings; one is intellectually disabled and the carer, who is her brother, is physically disabled. He has to look after and provide for the two of them, but things kind of fall to crap and he has to look for alternate ways to look after their wellbeing.
“The film itself really makes you question who has responsibility – if someone can’t make decisions for themselves, then does the person who’s caring for them have the right to be making those decisions for them?” When asked to describe what she feels makes Japanese cinema so special and unique, Bui doesn’t hesitate. “You’ll find the same attention to detail to daily life really reflected [in Japanese cinema]. Just the little things, the way that people put their shoes away or put their chopsticks down. Even in the wackier films, you can see that Japanese sensibility.”
“We had a bit of jazz, but I don’t think jazz is quite for us. We want something a bit livelier. We’re doing some funk and soul on Thursdays. We’ll do some country music during the day on weekends. Maybe a bit of punk and rock on weekend nights. We want to do a lot of world music, live Afro-beat kind of stuff. We’re still feeling it out, only 20 shows in. “Ramping up our shows slowly, we want to feel out what works and what doesn’t – we have gigs on Thursdays and Sundays and we’re starting to integrate stuff on weekend nights now, too.” If you’re heading down for beer, Bodriggy doesn’t let up on its mainstay. There are light beers for the faint of heart, but for those a bit more adventurous there is range of obscure styles such as lichtenhainer and kettle sours. When asked for his favourite brew, you can
hear Walsh’s mind ticking. “My all-time favourite would have to be Cosmic Microwave – that’s our New England IPA. I also really like Speccy Juice – it’s a session IPA we’ve got. Today, we just kegged up a Kiwi and Ginger Sour which tastes incredible.” Bodriggy’s strength is that beer is not its only strength. With food inspired by one of Melbourne’s most exciting chefs, a vibrant atmosphere, and Speccy Juice galore – Bodriggy has set sail and is headed to eclipse its sister haunt, Dr Morse.
The Japanese Film Festival comes to Melbourne from Thursday November 21 until Sunday December 1. Find the full program and tickets at japanesefilmfestival.net.
Bodriggy Brewing Co Opening just a few short months ago, Bodriggy Brewing Co has converted an old mechanics warehouse into a stunning 400-person brewpub. BY FERGUS NEAL
From the same people who brought you Dr Morse across the road, Bodriggy Brewing Co has revved into gear with its tantalising 64-tap list of brews, Latin American food, and an array of music gigs on the horizon. “We’re all settled in now, the honeymoon’s over and we’re ticking over pretty good,” says co-owner Peter Walsh. When asked how they managed to launch this new brewpub project right across the road from their home ground at Dr Morse, Walsh laughs. “Sitting in Dr Morse three years ago, we all really enjoyed the concept of a brewpub model. It’s a pretty high standard in Melbourne, and to come up with an authentic model where beer is made onsite – we really liked that idea. “We thought, ‘Let’s have a casual look’, and about three days later the place directly across the road came up for lease. We overcame some council bullshit and we’ve been brewing here for over a year now. We have a big soundproof roof for music events. Eventually we’ll have a little bottleshop at the front and a function room upstairs.” A key factor in Bodriggy’s early success has been to adopt the philosophy of not
treating food as an afterthought. It didn’t come easy though, with the team trying to find a cuisine that accommodates beerdrinking and an inspired chef. “We were sniffing around for a chef for over a good two years. We wanted food that could be made super-fast, because of the size of the venue, and was easy and adaptable with beer. We met the right person, a young professional Mexican dude – John Dominguez (Vue de Monde, Dinner By Heston) – that was a bit of a guru. We got lucky, he was at the time in his career when he wanted to step up and take on something for himself.” Bodriggy’s menu features light and zingy Latin American food that includes favourites with some interesting diversions; pulled pork tacos, whole grilled cauliflower with chimichurri, and fried jalapenos tacos with smoked fish. Seven weeks in, the brewpub is looking to expand its live music draw as it quickly finds its feet in terms of what works and what doesn’t at a such large venue. The atmospheric space could potentially become one of Melbourne’s go-to live music venues as the brewpub uncovers what it wants to be.
Bodriggy Brewing Co is open seven days from 11:30am until late at 245 Johnston Street, Abbotsford. Find out more via their website, bodriggy.beer.
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Q&A
60 Seconds With... The Gadflys
Gio
It’s been 19 years since we’ve heard new music from The Gadflys. What has inspired your return? When we last recorded, it was the last work with our dear friend and double bass player Andy Lewis. There was no planned stop but Phil (Moriarty) and I were working on other things; him with The Black Sea Gentleman and me (Mick Moriarty) with GUD. Throw into the mix two children and Phil’s recent near-death experience and we were itching to try some new material. Pete, Elmo, Bernie, Kathryn and Gemma all played in the band at various stages, so we had the right people and the time was right. For those not acquainted with the band, how would you describe The Gadflys in under 40 words? Tribal rhythms, doghouse bass, whiskey vocals, growls and howls, lugubrious clarinet figures, violin, bluegrass notions – T. Rex on Alligator Wine. Mongrel Jazz, that’s what Mick Moriarty calls it! Guitar licks, pop music tricks – Bo Diddley and Gene Krupa sitting in with The Pogues. Tell us about your new single, ‘Deborah’. What is the story behind it? The new single is a homage to the fabulous Debbie Harry. I hope to send it to her as a birthday present. She’s someone I admire from afar. What about your new album, Love & Despair? What can we expect from this? The new album comes from a few angles; there’s some classic Gadfly sounds, from moody bass blues to surf rock, life on the road and life and love lost.
When did you first start making music and what led you there? I started making music when I was about 12. My guitar was the one thing I kept with me when I was constantly moving around. It was one object I had that was mine and it always made me feel comfortable and at peace. Tell us about your new single, ‘Your Face’. ‘Your Face’ is about a girl that was my best friend when I was growing up; she was there for me since I started school ‘til after graduation. We all have a childhood sweetheart that, when growing up, we thought everything would be perfect between you forever. And yet, years later after all the hurt and anger, you’d still be there for them. How would you describe your sound and how did you come to it? My sound is a feeling. The music itself ranges from full-band indie-rock to ‘60s-sounding acoustic folkish rock but in all my music, I want to create a feeling. I want listeners to get lost in it, like I do every time I record. When I write, somewhere deep inside me is speaking, it’s magic, it allows me to speak honestly and tell my story. Any upcoming shows or new music on the horizon that Gio fans should keep an eye out for? Masses of new music, a new EP, some solo acoustic stuff and new music pretty much monthly. Everyone at TGM (Team Gio Music) has worked over a year on this project. We have tonnes of music, videos and shows lined up for early 2020.
The Gadflys come to Castlemaine’s Theatre Royal on Saturday December 14 and The Spotted Mallard on Sunday December 15. Grab your tickets via the respective venue websites.
Check out Gio’s new single, ‘Your Face’, when it drops on Friday November 8. Head to his Facebook page to keep up to date with everything Gio.
The Lost Clog
Earth Show
How did The Lost Clog first come together? In the misty foggy bog of a boozy Monday lunch (yes Monday), Gub and Stepas decided that Melbourne didn’t have enough second generation Lithuanian-quasi-acapella-polyphonic-pagan-folk-bush-band-ensembles, so naturally, we started recruiting. What is the inspiration behind the group? What stories are you trying to tell? Lithuanian folk music was passed to us through our parents and their parents, who were post WW2 émigrés fleeing Soviet persecution. Our music tells stories of archaic Lithuanian life celebrating harvest, love, talking horses, dancing goats, dying goats, amorous toads, drunken goddesses, drunken mosquitoes, drunken sparrows and drunks. Who makes up The Lost Clog and how is the performance presented on stage? The ensemble is made up of six beautiful women, and four ordinary looking men (who have wonderful creases on their trousers). We explain the meaning of the songs, so the audience can understand why a fisherman with no bait on his hook is indeed a happy man. The audience has been known to assist in singing along, dancing, even clapping at the end of songs… Why is The Boite so important to Melbourne’s culture? We are incredibly fortunate have this gem of an organisation in which the relationship with musicians is engaged and caring. Live music contributes so heavily to Melbourne’s cultural fabric and The Boite has been instrumental (pun intended) in our city’s live music culture. Are there any surprises in store for your upcoming show at Melbourne Recital Centre? T-shirt cannons and pyro (don’t tell the Recital Centre).
Tell us a bit about Earth Show. What is the inspiration behind the concert? After the great success of sold-out concert Star Show – A Rock and Classical Journey through the Universe, Danza Productions saw the issues facing our environment as great inspiration for Earth Show. Utilising iconic prog rock and classical music, the show celebrates our unique place in the universe and raises awareness of what we stand to lose by not addressing the growing threats to our environment. How does the performance portray the state of society’s current climate change approach? The visual projection material for the concert celebrates the beauty and diversity of our living planet including animals, plants, fungi and forests, with some focus on the preservation and restoration of forests – a natural climate solution option. There will also be an environment symposium prior to Earth Show. Tell us a bit about this. Called Our Shared Home, the symposium goes from 5pm to 6:30pm and has speakers from current cutting-edge projects for the preservation of animals, plants and forests. These speakers will share about a range of activities with which the public can get involved in. Prior to that, Danza El Vito Ritual Fire Dance will be performed as a matinee. What can we expect from this? To experience the romance and passion with El Vito Chamber Group members Nicholas Young, an award-winning pianist, as well as renowned ten-string Spanish classical guitarist Matthew Fagan, who has toured with the Buena Vista Social Club. The music features everything from flamenco and tango to modern jazz while renowned flamenco dancers Laura Uhe and Fernando Mira will also perform.
Immerse yourself in Lithuanian music when The Lost Clog take over Melbourne Recital Centre on Thursday November 14. Tickets via The Boite website, boite.com.au.
Earth Show comes to Deakin Edge, Fed Square on Saturday November 9. Grab your tickets for both the symposium and the concert via Eventopia. For 20 per cent off your concert ticket, be sure to use the online discount code ‘BEAT’.
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VEGAN SPECIAL
Beat’s guide to World Vegan Day Vegan Style
Velvety
100 per cent vegan, Vegan Style is at the top of the tree when it comes to sustainable fashion. What inspired you to start a fully vegan company? We founded Vegan Style in 2010. As a long-term vegan myself, I wanted to make it easier for people to find stylish cruelty-free footwear and accessories, as I felt it wasn’t readily accessible at the time. Why is it important that we are more mindful of sustainability in fashion? The fashion industry has a huge impact on the health of our planet. Fast fashion sees an obscene amount of waste and resources consumed. We all need to slow things down, purchase fewer items and invest in quality pieces that last. What challenges do you face in ensuring your products are vegan? As it can be difficult for a consumer to know if a fashion piece is actually vegan, everything we carry is 100 per cent vegan. We stock fully vegan brands, which are rigorous to ensure their products are not just animal cruelty free, but are also made fairly and with a low environmental impact. Tell us a bit more about what you offer. Some of our best-selling items are styles from our in-house label, Zette, which aims to offer elegant shoes with a bold and fun twist. Staples like our men’s dress shoes and unisex boots and sneakers are always popular too. Do you have any upcoming sales in store for World Vegan Day? Yes! The week leading into World Vegan Day we’re offering free vegan tees/tanks and socks with several of our new Zette styles, and a free traveller clutch on all Tokyo Bags purchases.
100% vegan, Velvety is leading the way when it comes to sustainable fashion. What inspired you to start a fully vegan company? I love fashion and I am a vegan, so once I came up with the idea of an ethical and sustainable fashion company, I knew it had to be 100 per cent vegan and cruelty free. What challenges do you face in ensuring your products are vegan? I generally work with small suppliers for many reasons, but one of the reasons is because you can talk directly to the owner and ensure the production process is fair, and the products are vegan. It is a bit more difficult to track this when you stock products from big companies that manufacture in third world countries, for example. Tell us a bit more about what you offer? We offer only ethical, vegan and sustainable fashion. We are always chasing the latest trends for sustainable and eco-friendly materials and offering them to our conscious customers. Our best sellers are our bags and wallets made from cork and leaf leather. Do you have any upcoming sales or anything special in store for World Vegan Day? Celebrating veganism is a must for us! So, we will be offering 15 per cent off our entire range of vegan fashion products on World Vegan Day. No code needed! Also, perfect timing for your Christmas shopping!
Find Vegan Style at 345 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy with more info on their World Vegan Day sales via their website.
Velvety is offering 15 per cent off their entire range for World Vegan Day on Friday November 1. Find out more via their website.
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hannahpad
Nzuri Organics
hannahpad is leading the way when it comes to sustainable female hygiene products. How did hannahpad begin? hannahpad was originally established in 2005 to offer an organic and reusable menstrual product in Korea. Marcus and Jenny Steve loved the concept of hannahpad so much that they decided to bring it to Australia and New Zealand, so more people could have access to a healthier and more sustainable product for their menstrual cycle, postpartum bleeding and light bladder leakage. Why is it important that pads are sustainably made? Organic cotton is produced in a way to minimise any potential harm to the earth and ecosystems, unlike conventional cotton production which is often harsh on the planet. We believe it is essential to provide products that not only help reduce waste, but are made sustainably. Tell us a bit more about the products you offer. hannahpad is a reusable cloth pad, made from certified organic cotton that is unbleached and undyed, healthier on the body, reduces landfill waste and will save you money in the long run! We offer a wide range of cloth pad sizes, reusable organic cotton breast pads, and natural cleaning products. Do you have any upcoming sales or anything special in store for World Vegan Day? We will be attending Melbourne’s World Vegan Day expo at Melbourne Showgrounds on Sunday November 10. Come down and visit us for a chat about reusable cloth pads and all things periods, plus we are offering some great exclusive discounts on the day!
Nzuri Organics is at the top of the tree when it comes to sustainable healthcare products. What inspired you to start this business? I wanted to share skincare that was organic, effective and, most of all, affordable with no nasty fillers. I initially made the products just for myself and friends/work colleagues for five years before it was a business. Why is it important that we are more mindful of sustainability in healthcare? I strongly believe that we need to leave the earth if not better than we found it, at least not worse, so future generations can enjoy it equally. The healthcare industry produces a lot of consumables and if they are produced from renewables, it will play a large part in preserving the earth’s natural resources. What challenges do you face in ensuring your products are organically produced? It’s not so much a challenge as an opportunity to make the minimal ingredients I use in each product extremely effective. I only use certified organic ingredients and everything is made in small batches by hand, so I have 100 per cent quality control. Tell us a bit more about what you offer? What are some of your most popular products? I offer organic and vegan skincare all handcrafted from certified organic ingredients. The most popular is the face range, specifically the Moisture+ Day Cream and the Rescue+ Face Balm. I get a lot of mail from folks who have told me how these two products have helped their skin clear up and reduce wrinkles, which in turn boosts their confidence.
hannahpad products are stocked in health stores and supermarkets all across Melbourne and Australia. Find a stockist and make purchases online via their website.
Find a Nzuri Organics stockist or buy their products online via their website. All Beat readers can get a discount and a free gift from the online store using the coupon code, ‘BEAT’. Valid until Christmas Day.
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VEGAN SPECIAL
Tess Guthrie Indie alt-rock singer/songwriter and vegan feminist Tess Guthrie has just been announced to perform at World Vegan Day for the second year in a row. This performance will also be one of the first of a string of shows to celebrate the release of her powerful and emotive new single ‘Fairy Lights’. BY MARNIE VINALL
Guthrie is a notable choice for the gig, especially given her outward passion for animal rights and her adoration for the vegan lifestyle and community. “Imagine being able to play to a group of people who care about the same kind of things that you care about,” says Guthrie, comparing the event to her own personal version of Coachella. “It’s a total dream, if I’m honest.” Guthrie says that, to her, it’s a complete honour and pleasure to be asked to perform and lend her voice to matters that are meaningful to her, including issues concerning gender, the LGBTQIA+ community and animal rights. “I take it as a total privilege to be able to use something that means as much to me as music to be able to discuss topics that are really, really important to me,” she says. The passion that drives Guthrie to speak about weighty topics is showcased
in her latest single ‘Fairy Lights’. The single showcases her foray into a heavier, more alternative rock-oriented sound, which she explains mirrors the themes of her lyrics. “Part of the reason I wanted to do that is for it to map onto heavier content that I want to be speaking about”, Guthrie explains. “I think it’s nice to be able to use tools like heavier sounds in alternative rock and potentially more electronic sounds in order to convey heavier content.” ‘Fairy Lights’, as Guthrie explains, is about internalised victim blaming and taking back the power. “I think a lot of the time, there’s a lot of messaging out there for women that things that happen to them are their fault, which is not true,” she says. “A lot of the time, these messages are really subtle and they kind of perpetuate through culture in the kind of attitudes and behaviours that we permit and we don’t
question, and so I think this leads to a fairly pervasive toxic culture where women and non-binary folk are made to feel like the things that are happening to them are their fault.” Guthrie is also quick to acknowledge her own privilege, “It’s also really important to acknowledge that it’s just one woman’s perspective and I come from a white, middleclass, cis, educated background and I certainly don’t represent all voices.” Guthrie hopes that for those the single does resonate with, it can act as a reminder that they aren’t to blame for the negative situations and experiences they may have had – despite what the culture of victim blaming may suggest. Guthrie will perform her empowering and poignant new single to those who attend Melbourne’s celebration of World Vegan Day this November 10.
Guthrie also notes that even if you don’t follow an entirely plant-based diet, it’s still a great event to immerse yourself in. “I think the really cool thing about World Vegan Day is it’s not just for vegans, it’s for people who care about animals in any capacity or feel empathy and compassion and just want to learn more,” she says. “I think what I like about World Vegan Day is that it’s so inclusive and inviting and asks a lot of questions in a really safe environment. It’s so lovely to really connect with a community who are already making so many strides and exploring a whole bunch of different options.”
experience has been thought out from start to finish, with the health of the client and the environment in mind. “We separate our waste into sustainable salon bins throughout the service so that everything we need to dispose of is carefully separated into one of the four bins: paper, hair, metal & plastic.” Part of the joy of running an eco-salon is the experience for the younger generations, Frawley says. Often, Earth to Betty’s customers will have travelled to them for the eco-salon experience, and they don’t leave disappointed. “The best reactions are from little kids. Climate change is a part of the school curriculum now, so they get very hands on when mum’s having a haircut; they help us put things in the right bins to recycle … They are so excited about it all, and it just makes you feel like the message is getting through.”
Veganism is something that Frawley feels passionately about and for anyone considering a lifestyle change, “I think people can perceive a vegan lifestyle in a negative way, whether it be that they see it as an unhealthy diet or feel that a vegan product won’t work as well for them. “In my experience with hair and beauty products, they perform just as good if not better. We all can start doing a little bit, lessening our meat intake, choosing vegan friendly products, choosing sustainably sourced and harvested plant-based products. If everyone did a little, it would make a huge impact.” That’s something we can all get behind.
Tess Guthrie will perform at World Vegan Day on Sunday November 10 at Melbourne Showgrounds, Flemington. For more information, head to worldveganday.org.au.
Earth to Betty After working in the hair industry for a decade, Earth to Betty’s creative director, Madeline Frawley had well and truly seen enough. BY BEN MADDEN
Having watched the waste that was being produced, and how toxic the colours and products were that were being used, she wanted to do something different. That’s what led her to open Earth to Betty, an eco-salon based in Ascot Vale that and prides itself on being “as environmentally conscious as possible in every sense”. Making sure ETB is continually ecofriendly is an ongoing process, Frawley says. Her and her partner focus on “reducing our ecological footprint while the salon is operating. As a hairdressing salon we carefully choose the products and services we use; researching new technologies, thinking of new ideas and processes that we can introduce into the salon to help achieve this. “This includes making sure all our brands are committed to sustainability, are animal cruelty-free and are conscious of water and energy saving.” You can rest assured that no matter what product you buy from ETB, it’s good for Mother Nature. With World Vegan Day just around the corner, the eco-salon is getting ready to celebrate. For any customers that make the trip to the eco-salon on World Vegan Day,
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they’ll receive a gift. ETB have promised to hand out baby tomato plants to anyone that strolls in and makes a purchase – it’s in the name of promoting “healthy gardens and plant-based choices”. Frawley says there’s an immediate reaction from first-time customers, as they provide a different environment to most salons. Head along to ETB and you’ll know you’re in an eco-salon right away. Frawley explains, “The difference people first notice is the smell. The products we use are ammonia-free, so there aren’t any fumes. We make sure we have lots of plants around to clean the airspace and have essential oils going all the time, so the smell is hugely different to regular salons.” If you’re not a fan of the fumes that go hand-in-hand with a visit to the hairdressers, then you’re in luck. The commitment to being eco-friendly goes far beyond just the products used. You won’t miss out on the luxury salon experience at ETB, but you will get a treatment that is good for the environment. “We use bio-degradable towels, plantbased products, loose leaf tea, iPads with magazine subscriptions, etc. so the whole
Find Earth to Betty at 191 Union Road, Ascot Vale open Tuesday to Saturday. Book in for an appointment at their website, earthtobetty.com.
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VEGAN SPECIAL
World Vegan Day World Vegan Day Melbourne is a reminder of why so many people are now choosing a cruelty free, plant-based diet and lifestyle. BY AUGUSTUS WELBY
The free event will attract vegans in the thousands to the Melbourne Showgrounds on Sunday November 10, ranging from the flexitarian and vegan-curious to the upholders of a holistic vegan lifestyle that stretches well beyond diet. “There is something special about celebrating the act of choosing a kinder lifestyle with many people, vegan and nonvegan alike,” say event organisers Malia May and Mark Doneddu. The clichés about vegans are now so worn out, you can find them in the op shop giveaway bin. Yes, vegans tend to tell you that they’re vegan; it’s pretty hard to keep your eating preferences a secret. But for the most part, the sniggering of the past has been replaced by a surge in empathy for a crueltyfree, plant-based diet and lifestyle. “Apart from saving animal lives, being vegan also saves human lives and the environment,” say May and Doneddu. “The vegan diet has been shown to be beneficial in helping to prevent and reverse some of our biggest diseases and illnesses such as heart disease, certain cancers, type two diabetes,
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arthritis, as well as lung and kidney disease.” World Vegan Day Melbourne was inspired by similar vegan community events in the UK and USA. It’s grown considerably since its first instalment in 2003, which was essentially just a picnic in Albert Park. “This year we are celebrating the theme ‘their future is in our hands’,” say May and Doneddu.“This brings together a conversation and awareness of the positive impacts of going vegan for the animals, the environments and children of the future.” Not only does choosing a vegan lifestyle eliminate cruelty and harm to animals, but it’s one of the simplest and easiest ways to reduce your carbon footprint, along with limiting air travel and ditching your car in favour of public transport. “We are at a crucial point where we need to make changes that will help reduce the negative impact we have made on our planet,” say May and Doneddu. “It is now known that the animal agriculture industries are impacting the environment on a huge scale. “This year we are working towards bringing everyone a much more environmentally
friendly event. We have a Green Warriors team who are implementing new initiatives into the event to help reduce our plastic usage and promote sustainability.” World Vegan Day Melbourne 2019 marks the second year of the event’s Indigenous Zone, an educative area with information on bush foods and how using Indigenous plant foods will help our environment. “We also look at Aboriginal peoples’ agricultural practices of cultivating crops on the land, such as kangaroo grass and yams. We will also be holding a Welcome to Country for the first time at World Vegan Day Melbourne.” Elsewhere, World Vegan Day Melbourne will showcase a diverse range of worldwide vegan food, cosmetics, clothing, footwear, belts, bags, accessories, pet food and a huge range of other vegan goods and services. “All products and services are 100 per cent vegan. Not for profit groups promoting animal rights, environmental issues, vegan health and fitness are a central part of the event,” say May and Doneddu. There will also be talks covering issues such as the ethics of our food choices,
animal treatment and exploitation, health, the environmental impact of animal industries, vegan fitness and the economic issues regarding human food choices. “Food demonstrations will show how vegans can prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, including everything from health food and raw food to comfort food and deserts,” say May and Doneddu. There will also be live music from a range of vegan artists including Tess Guthrie, Sense Offence, Medicated Love and Charlie Lane. “There are fashion parades, speed dating, an arts area and an education zone,” say May and Doneddu. “We expect this to be the biggest World Vegan Day ever.”
World Vegan Day Melbourne is happening on Sunday November 10 at Melbourne Showgrounds. For more information, head to worldveganday.org.au.
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VEGAN SPECIAL
Larrykin Dog Treats
Caye Life
100 per cent vegan, Larrykin Dog Treats is leading the way when it comes to sustainable dog treats. What inspired you to start a fully vegan company? Becoming increasingly frustrated that most dog treats on the market contained unrecognisable ingredients and/or were made in countries known for their poor treatment of animals, we decided to make our own treats from everyday, natural ingredients and the business took off from there. Of all potential vegan ventures, why dog treats? We have two much-loved dogs in our family and believe that they deserve to eat quality food, just like the rest of us. The health and happiness of our dogs is something we are passionate about, so it made sense to develop a dog treat business. What challenges do you face in ensuring your products are vegan? As a predominantly vegan household, it has been easy to create vegan dog treats. Dogs love the taste of the ingredients – peanut butter, pumpkin, bananas, coconut oil etc. – so developing vegan treats has been fun. Tell us a bit more about the dog treats you offer? What are some of your most popular items? We have six flavours, with our peanut butter treats being the most popular by far. Noochymite® treats are also popular with many dogs and owners (who like their tasty vegemite flavour). Other flavours include banana, roast pumpkin, applemint and sweet potato. Do you have any upcoming sales or anything special in store for World Vegan Day? We’ll have a few specials on the day and will have our Christmas treats, too.
What’s the inspiration behind Caye Life? When we consider a sustainable future, singleuse plastic has to be one of the fastest growing environmental concerns we face. And for us, this was a fact that really hit home during a holiday at Ambergris Caye in Belize. While surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the islands, we couldn’t help but notice an incredible amount of rubbish spoiling an otherwise breathtaking coastline. Why is sustainability an important cause to you? When we consider a sustainable future, single-use plastic has to be one of the fastest growing environmental issues we face today. At Caye Life, we want to contribute to a change and have decided to address some of the most commonly used everyday items. Tell us a bit more about what you offer. What are some of your best-selling items? We have created a range of functional, sustainable and unique coffee cups and water bottles to sell to the environmentally-conscious consumer. Stylishly designed, they are aesthetically impressive and are completed with a matte finish, making them nice to hold and giving them a superior edge to other competitors on the market. Both thermo cups and water bottles have the ability to insulate hot and cold drinks for many hours while all products are made from quality high-grade stainless steel and are BPA and toxin free. Do you have any upcoming sales or anything special in store for World Vegan Day? We sure do! For World Vegan Day, you can grab a 500ml water bottle and 360ml thermo cup together for $50 – a saving of $16.
Larrykin Dog Treats are stocked in pet stores and supermarkets all across Melbourne and at some stores nationally. Find a stockist and make purchases online via their website.
Buy a Caye Life thermo mug or drink bottle via their website. Sign up to their newsletter to keep up to date with any specials or new products. CAYELIFE.COM.AU
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YAY!
100 per cent vegan, YAY! is leading the way when it comes to sustainable foods. What inspired you to start a fully vegan company? We want to make going vegan easy by creating super delicious vegan foods. So many people that have told us that our feta has helped them finally give up dairy, which makes us so happy! Why is it important that we are more mindful of food sustainability? It’s really important to us to minimise our impact on the planet as we grow our business, which is why we have chosen home compostable packaging for our pies. We also use biodegradable bubble wrap in our deliveries, and recycle as much as possible. Why is veganism important to you? Whilst we love eating amazing foods, we also don’t want to cause suffering. By going vegan we can have amazing deliciousness every day and be completely healthy, all without causing harm to other creatures. It’s also the best way to minimise our contribution to climate change. YAY! Tell us a bit more about the food you offer? What are some of your most popular items? We do a marinated vegan feta, which was voted 10/10 by vegan guide, Messy Veggies, and was voted Melbourne’s favourite vegan feta, by a huge margin! We also do vegan pies, available in stores throughout Victoria and Tasmania, and spinach and feta triangles. Do you have any upcoming sales or anything special in store for World Vegan Day? Yes, we’ll be launching a new pie flavour at World Vegan Day in Melbourne at the Showgrounds on Sunday November 10.
The Cruelty Free Shop
With over 3000 vegan products, The Cruelty Free Shop is the largest vegan supermarket in the world. When did the shop open and what inspired it? It started as an online shop in 2001 and we opened our flagship shop in Melbourne five years ago. The goal was/is to help people make the change to a more ethical lifestyle without giving up the things they love – we don’t think people should have to sacrifice taste or range. Why is it important that we are more mindful of sustainability in food and retail? Meat and dairy production are major contributors to climate change. Reducing or eliminating these is a simple thing that every person can do to help save our world. You specialise in vegan versions of non-vegan products. Tell us more about this. We specialise in vegan versions of non-vegan products so people can make the change to a more environmentally friendly, healthy, ethical diet without having to give up the foods they love. Our most popular products are our dairy-free cheese, cream and mock meats. These products help make it easier for people to cook familiar dishes making the change to vegan meals an easy transition. For someone who has never ventured into The Cruelty Free Shop, why should they stop by? We have expert staff on hand to answer all those tricky questions about veganism and provide advice, free recipes, cooking demos and recommendations. On top of that, we support local makers and small businesses and also have over 3000 vegan products, including over 70 varieties of vegan cheese!
You can find YAY! Foods stocked in health food stores and supermarkets across Melbourne and at some stores nationally. Find a stockist and explore YAY! via their Facebook page.
Find The Cruelty Free Shop at 124 Johnston Street, Fitzroy, open seven days. You can also make purchases online at their website.
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Spicy Vegan Lentil Soup RECIPE
PREP TIME – 10 MINS COOK TIME – 45 MINS Serves 4 – 6 People (depending on serving sizes)
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¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 medium brown onion 2 carrots, chopped and peeled 3 stalks of celery, chopped 4 cloves of garlic, pressed or minced 2 teaspoons of ground cumin 1 teaspoon of curry powder ½ teaspoon of dried thyme 2 400g tins of diced tomatoes 1 cup of brown or green lentils, rinsed and strained 1 litre of vegetable stock 2 cups of water 1 teaspoon of salt (add more to taste once served) A pinch of chilli flakes Black pepper to taste
Enamoured Iris
The evolution of storytelling has begun. Enamoured Iris, the Melbourne video production company capturing the romance between two optical relationships, the camera lens and the human eye, have a vision to make everything they work on as memorable as an experience at the cinema. BY ANNA ROSE
This, according to director Paddy Hassall, through marketing, advertising and video production, is going to change your music festival experience entirely. “What we’re trying to focus on is emotive storytelling,” says Hassall. “There’s a gap between marketing and filmmaking we’ve been trying to bridge.” In bridging said gap, Hassall and his visionary team are making videos and marketing one in the same, turning the two into one exciting and creative tool that captures (and sells) an experience. “Every music festival is a brand and our goal is to help them transition into becoming a lifestyle brand. “That’s at the core of it. If you’re convinced an advertisement is worth pursuing and learning more about, that means the messaging has been effective, and you’re on the way to becoming a lifestyle brand – that’s the hardest bit, right?
“Because people are so time poor, no one has any time for anything unless it really resonates and connects with that person. That’s what marketing is for us.” With Enamoured Iris only having so much time to capture their audience’s attention, they’re meticulous about encapsulating each music festival, their tone and their demographic to sell the brand. “There’s the arm of marketing and changing brand perception – it’s on a consumer level, but from our perspective it’s interesting seeing a different side of music festivals and experiencing it as a punter would. “That’s how you differentiate each festival – ‘What’s the ultimate experience for anyone going to that music event?’ – then we replicate, capture it. Act as if you’re a punter at the festival. Finding the line between serious and fun, Hassall says Enamoured Iris don’t want to come off sales-like; they are real, down-toearth people.
“I think that’s why we’ve been successful,” he says. “Because we’ve been a bit cheeky, we all like getting our hands dirty and we’re massive nerds. “We’ve put together the best filmmakers in Australia, the best shooters, that’s why the content is so good. We all have a lot of fun making the vision creative – we’re not afraid to get our hands dirty and we all like the music we’re listening to, so it’s easier to capture the content and be immersed in it. “We like hanging out with the punters – I think that’s how you get the best shots. Talking to people and exploring.” Enamoured Iris are currently working with some pretty diverse festivals, claiming the cinematic and universally-watched teaser videos of the likes of Beyond The Valley, Pitch Music & Arts, and Grapevine as their own. The essence of each festival has been captured on film to create not only a wicked marketing tool for festival runners, but a memorable experience for the attendees to look back on.
“The consistent process for everything is that it’s collaborative,” says Hassall. “We spend a week brainstorming: looking into trends, what people are watching, and how the video has performed the year before. We bring with that a lot of film inspiration – we’re all cinephiles [and] a lot of the film techniques, we’ve used before. “We did a star lapse one year, staying up from 1am to 5am with a slider capturing the stars underneath a tree. You have to keep pushing to do something different. “Everyone behind the festival is unique. They usually have a core message of what they want to do and what the epitome of the perfect festival experience would be. Then all you’re doing is finding people at the location and capturing a unique moment that people are sharing. It has to be authentic, though.” To find out more about Enamoured Iris and to check out all the festivals they’ve been working on, head to enamourediris.com.au.
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NEW MUSIC
Albums & Singles BEST NEW ALBUM
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TRAM COPS
California Way
On California Way, the third album from Melbourne bedroom-pop purveyors Tram Cops, Michael Vince Moin sounds wide-eyed and energised for the first time in a while. While his previous releases have been marked by a sort of introspective melancholy, California Way instantly feels sunnier. Opening with the gleaming title track, the result of working with Gab Strum of Japanese Wallpaper and Simon Lam of Kllo is immediately noticeable. While the track is still anchored by Moin’s signature lo-fi warbles and idiosyncratic charm, his soundscapes are now backed by jittering beats and bubbling synthesisers. This new collaboration has left a profound effect on the Tram Cops sound. Where previous releases, 2018’s even in my dreams and not forever, felt like a peek into Moin’s intricately crafted universe, California Way expands outwards; emerging like the sun to immerse us in its light. As the album continues on, this shift in atmosphere is hard to miss. ‘The Door’ opens with an understated ebb that hints at something more sombre, but Moin’s melodies are fluid and warming, while ‘Love is All Around’ and ‘Happy as Can Be’ heighten the mood with their buoyant grooves and effortless hooks. Even on the more elusive moments, like the surreal ‘K Song’ or the sprawling ‘Love is Real’, we’re lulled into a haze that largely feels euphoric. It’s these moments where California Way succeeds most – its ability to perfectly balance its compelling emotion with Moin’s mesmerising pop smarts means the entire listen never fails to feel transcendent. Label: Independent BY JAMES LYNCH
SINGLES – WITH AUGUSTUS WELBY
DESTROYER
GRACE CUMMINGS
ELIZABETH
VEGYN
Crimson Tide
There Flies a Seagull
Meander
It’s Nice to Be Alive
Destroyer songs resemble impeccably written stand-up comedy in how they compel you to repeat back every line to anyone who’ll listen. ‘Crimson Tide’ is visually suggestive and more zag than zig. The overall meaning is difficult to parse, but like Dylan in his mid‘60s pomp, that doesn’t really matter. Dan Bejar upholds his preference for prettified post-punk grooves, over which references to “chicken shit singers,” “dead rich runaways,” and fools finding love inside china teacups sound perfectly at home.
“There flies a seagull/Shoot it down so that you might smile/So that you might be happy now”. This harsh invitation concludes the latest single from Grace Cummings’ debut LP, Refuge Cove. It’s a moving and often pained acoustic dirge. Attention centres on Cummings’ voice, which will be widely reported as raspy or whisky soaked. Whatever the fairest descriptor, the Melbourne artist makes music that requires full commitment, shunning bounce and perk for soulful excavation.
Elizabeth stretches out on ‘Meander’, the third single from the Melbourne artist’s upcoming The Wonderful World LP. The build-up to this release has felt especially protracted, but that’s partly down to the singer’s comfortable on-record presence. ‘Meander’ is full of breath, with Elizabeth’s voice draped over the production like fairy lights. It’s not a song of holiday cheer, however, which is clear right from the opening line: “Try not to think/I always sink back into you”.
London producer Vegyn, aka Joe Thornalley, makes electronic music with an appetite for friendly strangeness. ‘It’s Nice to Be Alive’ isn’t encased in searing synths or reliant on a buildand-drop formula. Thornalley’s production is still danceable, but more in the business of mood setting. Vocal samples cut in every now and then to tell us not to cry, “I love you baby.” It’s an easy introduction to the Frank Ocean cohort’s solo work, which will pique curiosity for more.
Label: Flightless
Label: Our Golden Friend
Label: Vegyn/PLZ Make it Ruins
Label: Dead Oceans
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NEW MUSIC
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PATRICK WATSON
Wave
In his sixth album, Canadian singer-songwriter Patrick Watson reflects on his multiple losses. His mother passed, his relationship ended, and his longtime drummer left the band, all while he was writing the album. The sentiment is clear in his lyrics and airy vocals, but the gravitas of the themes aren’t entirely present. Wave kicks off with the recent single ‘Dream For Dreaming’, complete with a solid left piano hand, female backing vocals and electronic wails that fly away in the background. It’s clear Watson keeps motifs from his previous record, Love Songs For Robots, close. After that, it’s all rising with no signs of coming down. Perhaps a brief reprieve on ‘Turn Out The Lights’, but nothing much further. There is a reason ‘Broken’ was released far earlier than the record, most likely because it’s the track that leaves the most impact. ‘Melody Noir’, another single, is a little more forgettable but still holds its ground as the most upbeat groove on the record. Soft classical piano, a light rhythm section and sweeping strings make for a pleasant listen. At times, it leaves you unsatisfied, offering up far more ambient ethereality than substance. While Wave is perfect for a rainy Sunday indoors, Watson continues a serial trend of whimsical tunes that leave us just a little hungry. Label: Domino Recording Company BY CALEB TRISCARI
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NILS FRAHM
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All Encores
Nils Frahm has built a solid reputation as being at the forefront of the musical genre which combines the sound of a bygone era with contemporary practices and cuttingedge technology. All Encores is a collection of three EPs titled the Encores series. In a moment of excess, it was even envisioned to be released as a triple album; a monolith concept album for the new age. This is the more sensible result. It is also timely, given Frahm is due to return to Australian shores shortly. This venture combines some extended pieces such as ‘Harmonium In The Well’, ‘Spells’ and ‘All Armed’ along with bite size compositions. Starting with the bleak ‘The Roughest Trade’, the record reveals a magical musical tapestry. Though it is unlikely that the opener is an ode to Rough Trade, Frahm positions himself at the vanguard of musicians stylising a modern sound. The minimalism encourages the listener to delve into the musical template, taking them in unexpected directions. The sound is refreshing and vibrant. Much like those cheery German progenitors like Neu!, Cluster and Kraftwerk, Frahm could make unexpected castration sound quite acceptable. No surprise that he hails from the German metropolis of Hamburg. Sometimes maudlin and sentimental melodies become drifting experiments into ambience and at other times, enter a robust rhythmic grid; ‘Sweet Little Lie’, for instance. Despite the austere façade, the music pulsates in an erstwhile manner. Acceptable to civil servants and those at the outer reaches of art.
BIG THIEF
Two Hands
Just months after the release of their third album U.F.O.F., Big Thief return with Two Hands. Written as a sister to U.F.O.F., the sonic ties between the pair are plain to hear, however, Two Hands stands as more of an amalgamation of everything Big Thief have done yet than a two-part project. Where Big Thief’s first two albums, Masterpiece (2016) and Capacity (2017), were largely centred on droning feedback and dense electric riffs, acoustic melodies served as the foundation for U.F.O.F. which danced on the fringes of folk-rock. Two Hands marries these two vastly different sounds, coalescing bright, glimmering soundscapes with drawling elegies. Where the likes of ‘Not’ introduce sprawling clangs of guitar and jagged, raw vocals that harken to the band’s early work, elsewhere acoustic instruments take the fore; such as ‘Wolf’ with its softly strummed melody mirroring Adrianne Lenker’s gentle coos. ‘Shoulders’ feels as though it is a continuation of Masterpiece’s ‘Real Love’, reflecting on the abuse Lenker’s father inflicted on her mother; “And the blood of the man who’s killing our mother with his hands/ Is in me/It’s in me/In my veins”, she wails. With Two Hands, we see a band who have truly come into themselves, now stretching their feelers are far as they’ll reach in order to uncover any sound yet unexplored. Intricate and intimate, Two Hands proves Big Thief are just getting started. Label: 4AD / Remote Control Records
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N.Y.C.K.
Wild Streak
Melbourne duo, Dominique Garrard and Nicholas Acquroff – better known as N.Y.C.K. – continue to tell relatable stories on their highly anticipated debut album Wild Streak. Drawing on the cruel yet kind entity that is human nature, the band create dreamlike atmospheres by layering various instruments and effects beneath their harmonies. The tales told through Wild Streak are brought to life through poetic lyrics and harmonies. Title track ‘Wild Streak’ sets the tone of the album with a narrative about two people on a night out that is derailed by impulses and desires. We’re left asking ourselves if things getting out of hand makes for a great time or if it should be avoided. This theme of juxtaposing yet relative paths continues throughout the tracklist. The lyrics carry the weight of the album. ‘Threes’ portrays negatives and positives clashing with one another through the seemingly sweet lyrics, “I’ve been in love with you longer than a lovesick teen”. This notion seems endearing at first, however, it has an underlying tone of young love’s short lifespan. Other highlights from Wild Streak are ‘June’, a romantic tale; ‘LXE’ a track about supporting friends; ‘All The Birds’, which speaks of travelling and coming home to leave again; and ‘Alive’, a relaxing song that sounds designed for an impromptu dance. Despite Wild Streak’s themes of hardship and difficulties, the joyful side of the album triumphs. The longer we listen, the more N.Y.C.K. convince us everything’s going to be alright.
BY KATE STREADER Label: Mushroom Group BY HOLLY DENISON
Label: Erased Tapes/Inertia BY BRONIUS ZUMERIS
EDITOR’S PICK
HOUSE DEPOSIT
Reward for Effort Harnessing the janglepop splendours of The Goon Sax, Chook Race, Twerps and others who have gone before them, local faves House Deposit have delivered a splendidly honest debut record, Reward for Effort.
Largely sunny on top, there’s a poignancy and actuality underneath that juxtaposes the oftuncontrived jangle-pop handbook of bygone times. House Deposit champion the hurt of the past year to deliver something real and sudden. Sure, the album has its wily moments – like on ‘Ikea Dreaming’ – but there are more forthright attempts to depict sorrow, like on ‘City Strain’, where the band lays things on the line behind a belligerent Sam Lyons. It’s a classic post-punk track with saxophone flutters that explores the mental struggle that comes with living in a boisterous city. Maybe it’s time we all got away for a bit.
Behind a Louis Forster and Riley Joneslike vocal chemistry, lead singer Meaghan Weiley and Lyons channel the conversation of two pals just trying to navigate their worries. This is consolidated on album closer, ‘House Deposit’, an unravelling seven-minute pop charm that’s sees the two singers concurrently voice their queries for the future. Reward for Effort is an endearing journey that will resonate strongly with Melburnians far and wide. Dive in, you’ll be better for it. Label: Independent BY TOM PARKER
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GIGS & EVENTS
Gig & Events Guide WEDNESDAY 30 OCT
CLASSICAL QUATUOR ÉBÈNE Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 7.30pm. $62 - 115. EMILY SUN Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 6pm. $39.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES THE INAUGURAL VICTORIAN BLUES MUSIC HALL OF FAME FEAT: LLOYD SPIEGEL, KELLY AUTY Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 7pm. $25. LOMOND ACOUSTICA FEAT: PLAY IT MARTHA, ORIEL GLENNEN, KIRA The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. A RIOTING MIND The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 9pm. FREE. GEORGIA RODGERS The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. KLUB MUK Bar 303. Northcote. 7.30pm. FREE. THE GRUBBY URCHINS Brothers Public House. Fitzroy. 8pm. FREE.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL WIND IT UP, U-BAHN, DAVID CHESWORTH, ENOLA Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8pm. FREE. LIME CORDIALE, APPROACHABLE MEMBERS OF YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY, MICRA Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8pm. LIME CORDIALE, (U18S EARLY SHOW), APPROACHABLE MEMBERS OF YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY, MICRA Corner Hotel. Richmond. 4.30pm. $44.55. TIM FREEDMAN Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8pm. $43.50.
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK
PROTO MORO, CLAPS, ASTROVILLAIN Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. $10. JESS MAHLER QUARTET Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 7.30pm. FREE. THE BOÎTE PRESENTS SONG APPETIT FEAT: ADAM SIMMONS, ALESSANDRA GAROSI The Clyde Hotel. VIC. 6.30pm. $25 - 50. OSSICLE DUO, PHEOBE GREEN Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 1pm. $6 - 12. GRANT SIEDLE BAND Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8pm. $20. BURKE / MAGNUSSON / FLOYD Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 7.30pm. $25. STUART MCCOWAN TRIO + JONATHAN COOPER QUINTET Open Studio. Northcote. 8pm. $10 - 12. JACKIE BORNSTEIN: DEAR BILLIE Bird's Basement. Melbourne. 8pm. $25 - 36.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP MISS DEMEANOUR, LOUELLA DEVILLE, KAÏRA CUVÉE, LOTUS MOONCHILD, SOFIE ROZE Ferdydurke. Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. KIRKLANDD FEAT: P-UNIQUE, JAYDEAN Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 7.30pm. $11.61. SHAWN MENDES, DAN + SHAY Rod Laver Arena. Melbourne. 8.30pm. $89.90 - 109.90.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL
MAGGOT FEST 10 FEAT: STRAIGHTJACKET NATION, VOICE IMITATOR, EXHAUST WORLD The Yarra Hotel. Abbotsford. 8pm. $10. PUP TENTACLE, DARVID THOR, PRIVATE MOUNTAIN Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. KODIAK GALAXY, SHOCK FRIENDLY, MOON CUP Old Bar. Fitzroy. 7.30pm. $10. GEEK PUNK PRESENTS: A SAUCY HALLOWEEN FEAT: ROSIE ROULETTE, LUNA ENVY, MARILYN MOCKTAIL, THE BURNT SAUSAGES, SCOOTER, DAVE CALLAN Globe Alley. Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. STEVE MITCHELL TRIO Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 6.30pm. FREE. LIME CORDIALE, APPROACHABLE MEMBERS OF YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY, MICRA Corner Hotel. Richmond. 7.30pm. SEZARAC, THE ARCHANAN, RAGING MOBY Bar Open. Fitzroy. 8pm. $5. GREENLEAF, JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS Bendigo Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $48.56. PATRICK RYAN + SUNFRUITS The Fitzroy Pinnacle. Fitzroy North. 7.30pm. FREE. CHINA BEACH - THINK PINK HALLOWEEN FUNDRAISER, MILLAR JUKES & THE BANDITS, SKYBELLY, MAMA GANOUSH, BADGERS Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 7.30pm. $18.35. MATT BRADSHAW The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 9.30pm. FREE.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL
NEW WAVVES - EXPERIMENTAL ELECTRONIC NIGHT FEAT: BRIBERY, STEVE PAN, ENCRYPTER Bar Open. Fitzroy. 9pm. $5.
THURSDAY 31 OCT
ROCK, PUNK, METAL JUSTICE YELDHAM, OCCULT BLOOD, UBOA, UMBILICAL TENTACLE Bar 303. Northcote. 8.30pm. $10.
GRIDLOCK FEAT: ABLE8, LOTUS MOONCHILD, SADIVA, BINOFSKI Section 8. Melbourne. 6pm. FREE. MORGAN WRIGHT + GRACE FERGUSON Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 9pm. FREE. TRICK OR TREAT FEAT: CARLUA, TURBO THOT, ZANNA, ASHLEY SHERARD, SAM BENNETT Ferdydurke. Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. CREEPSHOW FEAT: ATALEIN, ANALOGUE SUNSET Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 7.30pm. $7.95. SPOOKY BEATS HALLOWEEN PARTY Co. Southbank. 9pm. $27.46.
GUERNICA'S TENTH BIRTHDAY WEEKEND FEAT: POST PERCY, BONGMIST, MICHAEL DELANY, STEEPLEJACK, MATT COVENTRY, DJ KITI, ANDEE FROST, OTOLOGIC, PELVIS, MANDATE, JAKE & NIKKI, MORE New Guernica. Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. MILES BROWN, BLACK LUNG, VENETIAN BLINDS, THE NARCOLEPTOR, KATE FOX The Curtin. Carlton. 8pm. $15.30. CATCH THE BEAT THURSDAYS FEAT: DJ PERIL, MIKE GURRIERI The Carlton Club. Melbourne. 9pm. FREE.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES TIOSAV JOY The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. STEVEN MITCHEL TRIO Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 6.30pm. FREE. JACK BOTTS, PAT DEVLIN Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8pm. FREE. JIMI HOCKING + THE INDELIBLE BLUES ROULETTE BAND Classic Southside. Elsternwick. 8pm. $20 - 25. MICHAEL SITA Customs House Hotel. Williamstown. 8pm. FREE.
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK THE CORRIDORS Bar Open. Fitzroy. 7pm. FREE. THE SCOTT VAN GEMERT BIG BAND Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 7.30pm. $25. BILLY JOEL: IN A JAZZ STATE OF MIND Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8pm. $32.50. EMILIA + THE PIRATESKA REBELLION Open Studio. Northcote. 8pm. $10. MEL SEARLE, JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET The Water Rat Hotel. South Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. CLAUDIA JONES, JACKSON HOOKWAY Bodriggy Brewing Company. Abbotsford. 5pm. FREE.
LIVE MUSIC. FRESH BEER. PROPER SOUND. IN NOVEMBER
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COPE STREET PARADE
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GIGS & EVENTS
HIP HOP, R&B, POP ALLEN ZENG, ASH RAVENS The Thornbury Theatre. Thornbury. 7.30pm. $25. BLADEE Max Watt's (Melbourne). 8pm. $45.40. SHAWN MENDES, DAN + SHAY Rod Laver Arena. Melbourne. 8.30pm. $89.90 - 109.90.
CLASSICAL EVIL DEAD IN CONCERT FEAT: MELBOURNE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, JOE LODUCA Palais Theatre. St Kilda. 8pm. $78.10.
FRIDAY 01 NOV
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL RESURGENCE FEAT: HEADLINES, BARBONE THE BANDIT, CONTEXT, RHOOKA, DJ DAILY, DJ DECKTEKTIVE, 1/6 Bar 303. Northcote. 8pm. BORDERLINE DJS The Merri Clan. Preston. 5pm. FREE. DO THE JOB! FEAT: MICKEY EDWARDS, COLETTE Ferdydurke. Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. DJ BOWLCUT, JAZZ, DJ LIFE Yours & Mine. Carlton. 10pm. $16.30. NOTHINGE + SIMO SOO Lupine Studios. VIC. 6pm. $10. HALLOWEEN HELL RAVE II FEAT: ZANIAS, MILES BROWN, HALV DRØM, DISCARNATE, DJ KITI, MORE New Guernica. Melbourne. 10pm. $25. BAD//DREEMS The Croxton. Thornbury. 8pm. $34.70.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL SCAB BABY Yah Yah's. Fitzroy. 11.30pm. $10. RAT!HAMMOCK, MERPIRE, HORROR MY FRIEND Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8.30pm. $23.29. TESTA DI CAZZO, PLEBS, PETER FONDA, DADDY BATS, KRUL Old Bar. Fitzroy. 7pm. $10. THIRD EYE Howler. Brunswick. 8pm. $50.96. TRAM COPS, REDSPENCER, DJ CLAIRE
DICKSON, COOL SOUNDS The Curtin. Carlton. 8pm. $12.25. RAZZMATAZZ INDIE DISCO FEAT: CAITY K, TED C Globe Alley. Melbourne. 9pm. FREE. TIM FREEDMAN Grand Hotel Mornington. Melbourne. 8pm. $44.90. MYSTERY GUEST + OSTRAALY Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. LIME CORDIALE, APPROACHABLE MEMBERS OF YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY, MICRA Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8.30pm. MANIAXE, MAMMON'S THRONE, I HAVE A GOAT, HAND OF FEAR, INFECTED TRANSISTOR Bendigo Hotel. Collingwood. 7.30pm. $15. PENNY IKINGER, MICK MEDEW Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8.30pm. FREE. HIGH MAINTENANCE + TIM KARMOUCHE The Fitzroy Pinnacle. Fitzroy North. 8.30pm. FREE. 808S & GREATEST HITS, POPPONGENE, PURR USUAL, TURTLE WAVE Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $13.25. TETSUIANS, ARTY DEL RIO The Bergy Seltzer. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE. USER, GOLDEN EYE Red Betty. Brunswick. 7pm. FREE. THE BRADS The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 9pm. FREE. REGURGITATOR, SHONEN KNIFE, THE FAUVES Prince Bandroom. St Kilda. 8pm. $56.10. FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE Max Watt's (Melbourne). 8pm. $59. I'M NOT OKAY: EMOWEEN Brown Alley. Melbourne. 10pm. $16.58. THE ANGELS + BABY ANIMALS 170 Russell. Melbourne. 8pm. $60. JACOBS RUN, PETER FREEBAIRN, TILLERMAN PETE The Fyrefly. St Kilda. 7pm. $17.35. KNOCK OFF FEAT: MODERN OPERA, NATHAN WONG, REILLY STAPLETON, OLIVIA MAE Grace Darling Hotel. Collingwood. 8.30pm. $12. PLEBS + TESTA DI CAZZO, PETER FONDA, KRUL Old Bar. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10. METRIK The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 11pm. FREE. MATT BRADSHAW The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 6pm. FREE. CAPTAIN SPALDING BAND Customs House Hotel. Williamstown. 8pm. FREE.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP TIM AYRE, EARNEST JACKSON, FRESH
BLOOD Yah Yah's. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10. I KNOW LEOPARD, WORLD CHAMPION, ANNIE BASS Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8pm. $29.50. RNB FRIDAYS FEAT: YO! MAFIA Co. Southbank. 9.30pm. $27.46. CHILADELPHIA FRIDAYS New Guernica. Melbourne. 4pm. FREE.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES NINETEEN TO THE DOZEN Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 7pm. $65. SCOTT CANDLISH, RACHAEL BELOT, ZAC SABER Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. JESSE REDWING BAND The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 9.30pm. FREE. RICH WEBB BAND The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 8.30pm. FREE. TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 6pm. FREE. PENY BOHAN Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 6pm. FREE. THE BLACK SORROWS Caravan Music Club. Bentleigh East. 8pm. $33. TIM SCANLAN, MANA OKUBO, PETE COLLIS, CAT & BULL CLUB Bar Open. Fitzroy. 8.30pm. $12. THE FOUR SCOOPS Bar Open. Fitzroy. 6.30pm. FREE. ARCHER Gem Bar. Collingwood. 9pm. FREE. GRETA STANLEY, GRAND PINE, STELLA MCCLOSKEY Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $15.29. THE CHRIS PICKERING EXPERIMENT Coburg RSL Club. Coburg. 8pm. FREE. ZERAFINA ZARA & ALLEGED ASSOCIATES TRIO Smokehouse 101. Maribyrnong. 7pm. FREE. DAVE ORR BAND, FOOLS Open Studio. Northcote. 9pm. $9 - 12. DAN BRODIE The Basement Discs. Melbourne. 12.45pm. FREE. MALDON FOLK FESTIVAL FEAT: GINA JEFFREYS, ROD MCCORMACK, THE SWEET SORROWS, MARCIA HOWARD, FRED SMITH, NEIL MURRAY, LLOYD SPIEGEL, MICHAEL WAUGH, NICK CHARLES, RICH DAVIES & THE LOW ROAD, CLAYMORE, HANNAH SCHMIDLI & THE SOMEONES, ALLEGRA DUNNING, SCOTT COOK & THE SHE’LL BE RIGHTS Maldon Township. VIC. 6pm. $125 - 150. MARK GARDNER The Prince Patrick. 5.30pm. FREE.
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK OGOPOGO Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 8pm. FREE. ANTIPHON, COFI, PROTO MORO Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. $10. THE SEDUCEAPHONES, KUMAR SHOME, DJ CAY RAVIN The B.East. Brunswick East. 8.30pm. FREE. NICOLE HALFORD The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 10pm. FREE. TAMARA KULDIN'S DIRTY MARTINI Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 9pm. $32.50. GEORGIA BROOKS SWINGTET Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8pm. $32.50. VINTAGE ROOTS Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 6.30pm. $25. THE ANNA GINTS QUARTET Classic Southside. Elsternwick. 8pm. $20 - 25. DJ FUNK MCRUMP Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL HIGHER REGION SOUND SYSTEM, TALLAWAH HI FI Bar 303. Northcote. 8pm. $10. HAWAII GUN CLUB, BLEACH, POLARIZE Yah Yah's. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10. BUTTERNUT SWEETHEART The Yarra Hotel. Abbotsford. 7pm. $10. PENNY IKINGER, LIGHT MAGNETIC Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. GREENLEAF, JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS, BLACK HEART DEATH CULT Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8.30pm. $49.39. LIQUID TIME, NINE Old Bar. Fitzroy. 3pm. FREE. FLIGHT TO DUBAI, LVIV, CHESS, SADULTS Old Bar. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10. COUSIN TONY'S BRAND NEW FIREBIRD Howler. Brunswick. 8pm. $24.71. CREPES, DREAMIN' WILD, CHIMPANZEE, EGGY The Curtin. Carlton. 8pm. $14.30. GET YA ROCKS OFF - A ROCK'N'ROLL PARTY FEAT: KVLTS OF VICE Globe Alley. Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. REGURGITATOR, THE FAUVES, SHONEN KNIFE Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8pm. TIM FREEDMAN Caravan Music Club. Bentleigh East. 8pm. $32. ROB RYLES, NICK VULTURE The Bergy Seltzer. Brunswick. 5pm. FREE. SHOCK FRIENDLY, MORE The Bergy Seltzer. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE. THIRD EYE - THE ULTIMATE TOOL EXPERIENCE Pier Bandroom. Frankston.
Kira Janowsky
Claudia Jones
Soul Revolver
Rich Webb Band
LOMOND HOTEL
BODRIGGY BREWING CO
FAD GALLERY
THE DRUNKEN POET
In another instalment of The Lomond Hotel’s Acoustica night, Kira Janowsky will present her original show ‘Herrowines and Feasts’ – a celebration of strong women and food. You can expect songs about a degustation menu, witches, gypsies, zucchini and plenty more. Be enchanted, amused and transported into a mystical world of fun. It’s happening on Wednesday October 30 from 8pm, entry is free.
Fresh off the back of her of debut album Drama Free Zone, Claudia Jones will bring her band to Bodriggy to cap off her successful October residency. Audiences can expect a mix of disco, soul, and funk music that’ll surely get feet moving throughout the night. Catch Claudia Jones at Bodriggy Brewing Co on Thursday October 31 from 5pm, entry is free.
Putting psychedelic twists on ‘60s hits, Soul Revolver are set to fill FAD Gallery with spooky vibes on Thursday October 31. The trio will perform songs from iconic acts like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks and many more like you’ve never heard them before. The haunting begins at 9pm and it’s all free.
Rich Webb Band are returning to The Drunken Poet for another explosive event that is sure to raise the roof. Having already won the 2019 Independent Music Awards for Best Alt-Country Album with Le Rayon Vert, Rich Webb Band will show you just what they’re made of on Friday November 1. Catch them from 8pm, free entry.
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GIGS & EVENTS
8pm. $44.90. SOILWORK, MASON, DESECRATOR Max Watt's (Melbourne). 8pm. $66.70. KEIINO, CREEK, RUM FOR LEGBA The Fyrefly. St Kilda. 7pm. $23.50. THE CHRISTOPHER MARSHALL PREDESTINATION, JULITHA RYAN, OPELOUSAS Spotted Mallard. Brunswick. 8pm. $20. PROG COMES TO COLLINGWOOD FEAT: CIRRUS CROWN, ALL IS VIOLENT, GIANT CLAM, TERRESTRIALS, BEAUTIFUL BEDLAM Bendigo Hotel. Collingwood. 7pm. $15. LOST BAR HALLOWEEN PARTY FEAT: IDUNNÖ, NOIR Lost. St Kilda. 10pm. FREE. JAMIE HUTCHINGS, MARK MOLDRE The Merri Creek Tavern. Northcote. 8.30pm. $17. DON'T CHANGE - ULTIMATE INXS Wool Exchange. Geelong. 6pm. $29.50.
PLAY, TRAVLOS, SHORT ROUND, ZAC DEPETRO, ELIZA BRAYSHAW, COMBO, NATHAN THOMSON, YROR?, ALI KH, AMINOS KH, JOHN JAMES, ALAVATE, COOPER GIBBS Chelsea Heights Hotel. Aspendale Gardens. 9pm. $25 - 35. BINGO LOCO FEAT: JULES BOURNE 170 Russell. Melbourne. 6pm. $45.50 - 50.20. BOUNCE WITH DJ 2P The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 10pm. FREE.
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK
VINCE JONES & THE HEAVY HITTERS The Thornbury Theatre. Thornbury. 7pm. $46.95. DEL BARRIO Open Studio. Northcote. 9pm. $15. SHOL QUINTET Open Studio. Northcote. 5.30pm. $10. KATCHAFIRE, JEMERE MORGAN Prince Bandroom. St Kilda. 8pm. $44.90. THE BASHEVIS SINGERS Classic Southside. Elsternwick. 9pm. $20 - 25. MALDON FOLK FESTIVAL FEAT: GINA JEFFREYS, ROD MCCORMACK, THE SWEET SORROWS, MARCIA HOWARD, FRED SMITH, NEIL MURRAY, LLOYD SPIEGEL, MICHAEL WAUGH, NICK CHARLES, RICH DAVIES & THE LOW ROAD, CLAYMORE, HANNAH SCHMIDLI & THE SOMEONES, ALLEGRA DUNNING, SCOTT COOK & THE SHE’LL BE RIGHTS, MORE Maldon Township. VIC. 6pm. $125 - 150.
DAY OF THE DEAD FEAT: MARIACHI LOS ROMANTICOS, DJ LADY BLADES, DJ S.R RAMIREZ Gem Bar. Collingwood. 8pm. FREE. HAMISH MACLEOD The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 9pm. FREE. KEIINO, CREEK, RUM FOR LEGBA The Fyrefly. St Kilda. 7pm. $23.50. THE CHRISTOPHER MARSHALL PREDESTINATION, JULITHA RYAN, OPELOUSAS Spotted Mallard. Brunswick. 8pm. $20. BROTHERS BLUEGRASS ALL STARS Brothers Public House. Fitzroy. 6.30pm. FREE.
DAY OF THE DEAD, JACK DANZEY, MIKE GUERRIERI, EMMA STEVENSON Bodriggy Brewing Company. Abbotsford. 2pm. FREE. SPRING DJ TAKEOVER FEAT: UNDERGROUND LOVE, JORDAN Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 2pm. FREE. TRIPLE VISION FEAT: PARKES, JIMMY FINGERS, LUCIA Ferdydurke. Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. DJ CHIPS & SALAD Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE. ANOTHER FKN TECHNO PARTY FEAT: HANDSDOWN, ELIZA BRAYSHAW, MADELEINE, ROB LEWIS, PROSDO Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 6pm. $15. DISCO SYSTEMS INC., PAT STORMONT, DJ SDF-1 Red Betty. Brunswick. 6pm. FREE. ELECTRIC DREAMS Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19. DERBY DAY FEAT: JAQUES LES DISCOTHEQUE, ALEX CRUZE, SAM SAM BUT DIFFERENT, TBIB, ANDY MURPHY & NITE THEORY, CHLOE, PIERO, JOSH JAMES, PAULO The Emerson. South Yarra. 7pm. $10. EAT THE BEAT, MATTEO FREYRIE, ETWAS, ANDREA GUADALUPI, MATT RADOVICH, TALEENA, MORE New Guernica. Melbourne. 10pm. $15. MINDFLAYER: ATTACKS! FEAT: PRESS
FEM BELLING Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 8pm. $30. DELYRIUM Bar Oussou. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE. COPPERHEAD BRASS BAND Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 8.30pm. FREE. RENEE GEYER, JULES BOULT & THE REDEEMERS Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 7.30pm. $25. THE COMMONERS + KAFKA & THE WINOS Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 6.30pm. $20. THE SYNCOPATORS - A TRIBUTE TO LOUIS ARMSTRONG Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 3pm. $25. DJ CRISPI Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE. RAMA JORDON Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. HELLO TUT TUT + THE IMPRINTS Bar Open. Fitzroy. 9.30pm. $13.30. THE RUN, CENTRE & THE SOUTH The B.East. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. DAY OF THE DEAD FEAT: MARIACHI LOS ROMANTICOS, DJ LADY BLADES, DJ S.R RAMIREZ Gem Bar. Collingwood. 8pm. FREE. PARTY DOZEN Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $13.25. INTO GROOVE Clifton Hill Brewpub. Clifton Hill. 9pm. FREE. SOUL MESSENGERS Maroubra Seals. VIC. 8pm. FREE. DINNER & A SHOW FEAT: AJEK KWAI Cams Kiosk. VIC. 6pm. $65. ANITA WARDELL Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 9pm. $32.50. THE MAMAS Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8.30pm. $30. NADIRA & FRIENDS Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 6.30pm. $32.50. HETTY KATE TRIO Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 5.30pm. $30.
Nicole Halford
Stephen Kennedy
Resurgence
Robert Patton
THE THORNBURY LOCAL
QUIET MAN IRISH PUB
BAR 303
SWAMPLANDS BAR
Victorian-born and now Melbourne-based musician Nicole Halford will entrance the crowd with her improvisational jazz/ soul stylings at The Thornbury Local this Friday November 1. With support from two members of reggae/jazz five-piece The Brads, it’s set to be a high energy match made in heaven. It’s going down from 9pm, free entry.
In a night of Halloween festivities, Stephen Kennedy will once again fill the Quiet Man Irish Pub with acoustic tunes on Friday November 1. An outfit competition will take place alongside all the music, with prizes for the best three costumes. It all kicks off at 9:30pm, entry is free.
Bar 303 is set to showcase some of Melbourne’s best hip hop artists with Resurgence. Hosted by DJ Detecktive, this event will feature performances from Ill Format, Rhooka & Stones, and Barbone the Bandit. It all kicks off on Friday November 1 at 8pm. Tickets are $10 on the door or via the venue website.
With a full band on board, Robert Patton will be hitting the stage at Swamplands Bar to perform his latest EP Homegrown. With support from two powerhouse rock trios, Honeybone and AZTX, this is set to be a memorable night. Robert Patton will take the stage on Friday November 1 at Swamplands Bar, free entry.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL
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CLASSICAL MIRUSIA & THE ORIGINAL SEEKERS Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 7.30pm. $89.90. MIRUSIA & THE ORIGINAL SEEKERS Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 1.30pm. $89.90.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES DARYL JAMES, VICTOR CRIPES, DAISY WEST Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 3pm. FREE. JUNE SKYE The Merri Clan. Preston. 7.30pm. FREE. BILLY TK JNR. The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 9.30pm. FREE. STEPHEN KENNEDY The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 3pm. FREE. MATT DWYER & THE MAGNATONES The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 9pm. FREE. FM THREAD Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 5pm. FREE. RAMA JORDON Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. DYLAN GUY PINKERTON Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 6.30pm. FREE. LITTLE QUIRKS Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8.30pm. FREE.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP JACOB LEE Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. $18.10. DAY OF THE DEAD - HALLOWEEN PARTY FEAT: VARIOUS DJS La Di Da. Melbourne. 9.30pm. $15. KHOKOLAT SATURDAYS, DAMION DE SILVA, DURMY Khokolat Bar. Melbourne. 9.30pm.
SUNDAY 03 NOV
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK AUSSIE ROB, MAX SLORACH BEAT EXPERIMENT Bar 303. Northcote. 8pm. VINCE JONES & THE HEAVY HITTERS Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 7pm. $35. THE RUBY CARTER LOUNGE Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 3pm. $25. MADISON LEVI The Merri Clan. Preston. 3pm. FREE. DAISY WEST The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 5.30pm. FREE. REALLY REALLY, MAGIC IAN Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. $10. LESTNITSA + RENELOPHUS Bar Open. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10. KABOOBIE Bar Open. Fitzroy. 6pm. FREE. STILTON MOON, TRIPLET The Bergy Seltzer. Brunswick. 6pm. FREE. SUNEDEN The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 5pm. FREE. HETTY KATE QUINTET Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 6.30pm. $30. THE SLIPDIXIES Open Studio. Northcote. 5.30pm. FREE.
GIGS & EVENTS
HALKINI PANTHAISIA Open Studio. Northcote. 8pm. $10. HIGH TEA LIVE FEAT: KANE ALEXANDER Arts Centre Melbourne. Melbourne. 12pm. $79 - 89. KATCHAFIRE, JEMERE MORGAN Chelsea Heights Hotel. Aspendale Gardens. 8pm. $39.80. MALDON FOLK FESTIVAL FEAT: GINA JEFFREYS, ROD MCCORMACK, THE SWEET SORROWS, MARCIA HOWARD, FRED SMITH, NEIL MURRAY, LLOYD SPIEGEL, MICHAEL WAUGH, NICK CHARLES, RICH DAVIES & THE LOW ROAD, CLAYMORE, HANNAH SCHMIDLI & THE SOMEONES, ALLEGRA DUNNING, SCOTT COOK & THE SHE’LL BE RIGHTS, MORE Maldon Township. VIC. 6pm. $125 - 150. THE BORNSTEIN ULTIMATUM FEAT: THE BORNSTEIN ULTIMATUM Pause Bar. Balaclava. 4.30pm. FREE.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL VICTOR STRANGES & THE METHINKS, MAN CITY SIRENS, THE REASONS The Last Chance Rock & Roll Bar. North Melbourne. 8.30pm. $10. VINTAGE CROP + ROCK MUSIC FAN CLUB Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 3pm. FREE. ROB SNARSKI, SHANE O'MARA, KIERNAN BOX Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 5pm. FREE. JURRASIC, FLOGS, GOLDSOCKS Old Bar. Fitzroy. 3pm. FREE. DROVES, SLUSH Old Bar. Fitzroy. 3pm. FREE. DR SURE'S UNUSUAL PRACTICE, ZOMBEACHES, BUGHUNT Old Bar. Fitzroy. 7pm. FREE. THE SCREAMING JETS Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8pm. $45.42. THE MODELS, HORNS OF LEROY Corner Hotel. Richmond. 1pm. $40. JESS CORNELIUS, SUDDEN DEBT, BATTS Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8.30pm. $18.35. KALMAH, VALHALORE Max Watt's (Melbourne). 7.30pm. $66.85. GALACTIC EMPIRE 170 Russell. Melbourne. 8pm. $73.82. KAV TEMPERLEY The Fyrefly. St Kilda. 2pm. $29.95. DON'T CHANGE - ULTIMATE INXS Prince Bandroom. St Kilda. 5pm. $29.50.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL TAMA JUNTO PRESENTS WOMBATUQUE, DJ MAXX R, WALLACE, BANJO Bodriggy Brewing Company. Abbotsford. 2pm. FREE. CHESS CLUB 7 FEAT: JB JACKSON, C:1, BERTIE, ANDOS ROBE, ANDY MCCONNEL, JAVI MORLEY Section 8. Melbourne. 2pm. FREE. HALLOWEEN SUNDAY JAM FEAT: KASE, DJ ZARE DEMUS, KUDOH, SELEKTA The Penny Black. Brunswick. 4pm. $17.03 22.09. SUNDAY FUNDAY - CUP EVE EVE FEAT: ORKESTRATED, TRAVLOS, KALUS, ZAC DEPETRO, DUANE BARTOLO, SHORT ROUND, MADELEINE, ELIZA BRAYSHAW, MORE Brown Alley. Melbourne. 10pm. $20. GALAXY FEAT: ALI KH, AMINOS KH, BUTTERS, DUANE BARTOLO, MUFFIN MAN, ORKESTRATED, SPACEY SPACE, MORE Brown Alley. Melbourne. 1pm. $16.91 - 22.19.
CLASSICAL JOHN NOBLE’S QUARTET PROGRAM Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 4pm. $30. MELBOURNE YOUTH ORCHESTRAS Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 2.30pm. $35.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES ELIZA & THE MANSPLAINERS, JENNY & MILL Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 7.30pm. FREE. COCO’S LUNCH Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 2pm. $25. KELLY AUTY + BORIS CONLEY The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 6.30pm. FREE. PHEASANTRY The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 4pm. FREE. DAN CHAPMAN Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 4pm. FREE. SUNDAY SIP & SING KARAOKE Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 4pm. FREE. ROSS HUBBARD Charles Weston Hotel.
Brunswick. 4pm. FREE. HEINOUS HOUNDS BLUES BAND Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 3.30pm. FREE. NATALIE-JAYNE & TEZ Lamback Kiosk, Brimbank Park. VIC. 1pm. FREE. MUSIC MAMAS FEAT: KOOKY CARROTS, BRONZE, KATIE VISSER & THE PERIPHERAL FIGURES Open Studio. Northcote. 2.30pm. COUNTRY AT CUSTOMS FEAT: MICHELLE GARDINER, ANTHONY TAYLOR, DELLA HARRIS, EMILY HATTON, JAKE SINCLAIR, LUKE AUSTEN Customs House Hotel. Williamstown. 2pm. FREE. THE BORNSTEIN ULTIMATUM Pause Bar. Balaclava. 4.30pm. FREE.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP KEIINO, DJ JASON CONTI Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8pm. $25. MOTHERSHIP Co. Southbank. 10pm. $15.
MONDAY 04 NOV
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK 303 YARRA BANKS JAM NIGHT Bar 303. Northcote. 8pm. FREE. THE MAMAS Yah Yah's. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10. TUCKSHOP'S ANTI-CUP EVE PARTY, CHICKEN WISHBONE, RORY MAHER Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. THE MEMO SPEAKEASY GALA BALL FEAT: JAZZ PARTY, CAIRO CLUB ORCHESTRA, MOLLY & THE PROHIBITION Memo Music Hall. St Kilda. 7pm. $20. VINCE JONES & THE HEAVY HITTERS Caravan Music Club. Bentleigh East. 8pm. $37. STAR WARS DISCO The B.East. Brunswick East. 9pm. FREE. MALDON FOLK FESTIVAL FEAT: GINA JEFFREYS, ROD MCCORMACK, THE SWEET SORROWS, MARCIA HOWARD, FRED SMITH, NEIL MURRAY, LLOYD SPIEGEL, MICHAEL WAUGH, NICK CHARLES, RICH DAVIES & THE LOW ROAD, CLAYMORE, HANNAH SCHMIDLI & THE SOMEONES, ALLEGRA DUNNING, SCOTT COOK & THE SHE’LL BE RIGHTS,
MORE Maldon Township. VIC. 6pm. $125 - 150.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL SHEPPARTON AIRPLANE Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 8pm. FREE. REGURGITATOR, DICKLORD, SHONEN KNIFE Howler. Brunswick. 8pm. $50. JAMES REYNE, TRACY MCNEIL & THE GOODLIFE Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8.30pm. $50. LOPEZ WEDDING BAND Bar Open. Fitzroy. 6pm. FREE. MAGGOT FEST 10 FEAT: CEMENT SHOES, POSSIBLE HUMANS, LAI Bar Open. Fitzroy. 12.30pm. $34.70 - 60. ALEX LAHEY Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8pm. $36.30. BAD JUJU, FEVER SPEAK, NORTH HEIGHTS, GOODBYE PARTY Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. SUZI QUATRO Palais Theatre. St Kilda. 8pm. $89. COCKER HAPPY: THE AUSTRALIAN JOE COCKER SHOW Matthew Flinders Hotel. Chadstone. 6.30pm. $16.35. RADIO BIRDMAN + THE STEMS, LOS CHICOS The Croxton. Thornbury. 8pm. $81.55. ESKIMO JOE, SCOTT DARLOW, VELVET CLUB Chelsea Heights Hotel. Aspendale Gardens. 8pm. $44.90. ZABRANJENO PUŠENJE 170 Russell. Melbourne. 8pm. $82.92. DON'T CHANGE - ULTIMATE INXS Commercial Hotel. VIC. 8pm. $29.50.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL MONDAY NIGHT MASS FEAT: SAD, CASSANDRA KIELY, INFRAGHOSTS Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8pm. FREE. NO WHIP ALL SHTICK FEAT: STEVE WARD, LUKE VECCHIO, MELL HALL, BUTTERS, STASI, RORY MARSHALL, TOM EVANS, BETH GRACE, BEN LAWRENCE Pawn & Co. Prahran. 8pm. $20. DUAL MANNER, GUS DINGWALL, BANTA The Curtin. Carlton. 8pm. $12.25. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74. SUB TERRANE FEAT: STEVE BLEAS,
USER + Golden Eye
Jordan Merrick & Amela
Into Groove
Matt Dwyer
RED BETTY
SOME VELVET MORNING
CLIFTON HILL BREWPUB
THE DRUNKEN POET
Melbourne based musicians USER are teaming up with trip hop duo Golden Eye to perform a set that is sure to keep punters talking for days afterwards. Described as downtempo gloomers, USER will meet their match with Golden Eye’s haunting and sultry stylings. Catch them at Red Betty on Friday November 1, free entry.
Joining forces for a double launch, Jordan Merrick & Amela are making their way along the east coast with some new tunes in tow. Jordan Merrick will introduce new tracks from his latest album Night Music while Amela reveals her new single ‘Blame’. It’s happening at Some Velvet Morning on Saturday November 2 from 7pm, $15 entry.
Featuring some of the finest musicians and vocalists Melbourne has to offer, Into Groove is a collective on a mission to get punters up and grooving. There’ll be no sitting back and listening when these guys get going, so wear your dancing shoes. It’s happening at Clifton Hill Brewpub on Saturday November 2 from 9pm. Free entry.
Multi-award-winning guitarist, singer and songwriter Matt Dwyer is hitting the stage at the Drunken Poet for a show that’ll surely get you up on your feet. Having already blown audiences away across Australia for two decades, Dwyer and his band The Magnatones will be tearing up the floor for a night of blues at The Drunken Poet. Catch them on Saturday November 2 from 9pm. Free entry.
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GABE AGULLO, PAUL DE SILVA, JOHNNY CANIK, DUANE BARTOLO, MORE Xe54. Southbank. 9pm. DIRTY DAYS FEAT: ORKESTRATED, TRAVLOS, T-REK, HOLMES JOHN, ZAC DEPETRO, MORE Brown Alley. Melbourne. 10pm. $25 - 30. CUP EVE: MEMORY LANE VOL 3 FEAT: GOODWILL, ZOE BADWI, PIERO, ANDY MURPHY, PAULO, BEN RENNA, DJ SGT SLICK, CHRISTIAN BELVEDERE, PETER SOFO The Emerson. South Yarra. 7pm. $20. MED SCHOOL - MELBOURNE CUP EVE FEAT: WHINEY, KEENO, UNGLUED, ROYALSTON, DEGS Max Watt's (Melbourne). 10pm. $39.80. STANTON WARRIORS, PLUMP DJS, KID KENOBI La Di Da. Melbourne. 10pm. $31.54 - 41.76. JULIAN JEWEIL Brown Alley. Melbourne. 10pm. $32.22 - 37.29.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES ROY PAYNE The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. THE MAN FROM ATLANTIS Lentil As Anything. VIC. 6.30pm. FREE. HEAVY SLEEVES FEAT: JESS ZANONI, LACHLAN LEEDS, EMILIA MCSHERRY, TIM TALL, OLLIE COX, ELLA LAWRY, KYLE MUIR Open Studio. Northcote. 7.30pm. $5. MALDON FOLK FESTIVAL FEAT: GINA JEFFREYS, ROD MCCORMACK, THE SWEET SORROWS, MARCIA HOWARD, FRED SMITH, NEIL MURRAY, LLOYD SPIEGEL, MICHAEL WAUGH, NICK CHARLES, RICH DAVIES & THE LOW ROAD, CLAYMORE, HANNAH SCHMIDLI & THE SOMEONES, ALLEGRA DUNNING, SCOTT COOK & THE SHE’LL BE RIGHTS, MORE Maldon Township. VIC. 6pm. $125 - 150.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP MELBOURNE CUP EVE FEAT: DJ NINO BROWN, DAMION DE SILVA, DURMY Khokolat Bar. Melbourne. 10.30pm. FREE. KEIINO The Fyrefly. St Kilda. 8pm. $25.
TUESDAY 05 NOV
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES KLUB MUK Bar 303. Northcote. 7.30pm. FREE. THE RETREAT'S BIRTHDAY SPECTACULAR '19 FEAT: TEK TEK ENSEMBLE, KATIE DEY, DR SURE'S UNUSUAL PRACTICE, COFI, SWEET WHIRL, KOSMETIKA, MORE Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 2pm. FREE. THE ESPY OPEN MIC Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 5pm. FREE. CLIFFS OF MOHER FESTIVAL FEAT: TEENAGE DADS, VELVET BLOOM, 4DXP, RHYSICS, MONA BAY Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 1pm. $25 - 30. IRISH SESSION The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 9pm. FREE.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL TUESDAY AFTERNOON MASS, PIGGIE, HEAVENPHETAMINE, FANTIS ATLANTIS, ICECLAW, CLINKERFIELD Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 6pm. FREE. CUP DAY FUNDRAISER, SUPER X, SUPER RATS, PEARL BAY, LIFESTRIKE, CUT WIRE, WINTERNATIONALE, SLOMO, TOWN ACE Old Bar. Fitzroy. 3pm. $10. THE MEANIES, CIVIC, DICKLORD, DISCO JUNK, THE CHIKO MOLLS DJS Corner Hotel. Richmond. 1pm. $39.22. CLIFFS OF MOHER FESTIVAL FEAT: TEENAGE DADS, VELVET BLOOM, 4DXP, RHYSICS, MONA BAY Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 1pm. $25 - 30.
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK CHOCCY SALAD, SWEET TALK Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8.30pm. $5. DAVE EVANS PLUS ONE, DAN WITTON Open Studio. Northcote. 8pm. I HOLD THE LION'S PAW Brunswick Green. Brunswick. 8.30pm.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL BREWS & BLACKBOOKS FEAT: DJ SPELL, DJ WALLZEE Ferdydurke. Melbourne.
6pm. FREE. CUP NIGHT AT CROWN Co. Southbank. 9pm. $27.46. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74. MELBOURNE CUP FEAT: JAQUES LES DISCOTHEQUE, ALEX CRUZE, CHASEDOWN, ASHLEY JAMES, MORRIS B.MB, SHAYNE TINO, MACKIE, ESG, HORIZON, YO! MAFIA The Emerson. South Yarra. 6pm. $10.
WEDNESDAY 06 NOV
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK MADISON LEVI DUO, FM THREAD Bar 303. Northcote. 7pm. $5. YOLANDA INGLEY II & BAND Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8pm. $25. STEVIE WONDER-FUL FEAT: LAUREN SCHADE, ADRIAN HOOD Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 7.30pm. $30. YOLANDA INGLEY II & BAND Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8pm. $25.
CLASSICAL SERAPHIM TRIO WITH MARTIN ALEXANDER Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 6pm. $39.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL ADORE, ASHBEL, RINSE DREAM, MUDDY LAWRENCE Old Bar. Fitzroy. 7.30pm. $8. FI'S FRIENDS Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 7.30pm. FREE.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES LOMOND ACOUSTICA FEAT: MARTY KELLY, ST AUGUSTINE, LOCO JONES The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. JESS PARKER The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 9pm. FREE. JJ BAILEY The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. REBECCA BARNARD & BILLY MILLER'S
SINGALONG Caravan Music Club. Bentleigh East. 7pm. $20. THE GRUBBY URCHINS Brothers Public House. Fitzroy. 8pm. FREE.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL VANCOUVER SLEEP CLINIC, SHADOW JENKINS Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8pm. $23.29. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74.
THURSDAY 07 NOV
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK PSI-PHI Bar 303. Northcote. 8pm. $10. CHILL EVANS & FRIENDS, MAXWELL S Bodriggy Brewing Company. Abbotsford. 5.30pm. FREE. IMBI THE GIRL, JAMILLA, PHIL FRESH Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 7.30pm. $21.10. FIRETAIL Bar Open. Fitzroy. 7pm. FREE. THE SOUL MOVERS, PLASTIC SECTION Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8pm. FREE. MN'JAM EXPERIMENT Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 7.30pm. $25. THANDO + BELLE BANGARD Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8pm. $35. THE MARK FITZGIBBON TRIO Open Studio. Northcote. 8pm. FREE. CHARLOTTE JANE, JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET The Water Rat Hotel. South Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. PUSH PORTAL, TOM BARTON, HONEY BLUE Bar Open. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP CHILL EVANS & FRIENDS, MAXWELL S Bodriggy Brewing Company. Abbotsford. 5.30pm. FREE.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES KARIN SCHAUPP Melbourne Recital
Rob Ryles and Nick Vulture Kool n Krazy Records
Don’t Change
Aussie Rob
THE BERGY SELTZER
HOWLER
PRINCE BANDROOM
BAR 303
Putting their own spins on the folk genre, Rob Ryles and Nick Vulture will each bring their punk and trash tinged folk sounds to The Bergy Seltzer on Saturday November 2. This is just the thing to remedy your hangover and have you ready to go again. It’s going down from 5pm, free entry.
Canberra’s Kool n Krazy Records are bringing their massive collection of blues, soul, R&B, funk, reggae/ska and classic rock down south. They’ll be showcasing at the upcoming Melbourne Record Fairs; Howler’s Crate Diggers Fair on Saturday November 2 and the Geelong Record Fair at the Little Creatures Brewery on Sunday November 3. Find out more via the respective Facebook event pages.
Sydney-based tribute show Don’t Change – Ultimate INXS is bringing three shows to Melbourne over the weekend. They’ll hit The Wool Exchange, Geelong on Saturday November 2, Prince Bandroom, St Kilda on Sunday November 3 and Commercial Hotel, Yarraville on Monday November 4. Tickets are $29.50 via Oztix.
Aussie Rob are heading down to Bar 303 to unveil their new album Bogans Like Jazz Too. The modern jazz group will prove that a can of VB is the perfect pairing for the smooth sounds of jazz. Catch them on Sunday November 3 from 8pm. Tickets from $10 on the door.
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Centre. Southbank. 6pm. $39. OPEN MIC NIGHT The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. UNPAINTED PROSPECTS Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 6.30pm. FREE. OWEN CAMPBELL Caravan Music Club. Bentleigh East. 8pm. $23. THE BOÎTE PRESENTS LIZ CARROLL + KATE BURKE Abbotsford Convent. Abbotsford. 7pm. $30. MICHAEL SITA Customs House Hotel. Williamstown. 8pm. FREE.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL EXPLORATORY SOUNDWORKS, JUSTIN ASHWORTH, CASEY/BEBENEK Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 9pm. FREE. BEACHWOOD Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $13.25. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74. OAKS DAY FEAT: JAQUES LES DISCOTHEQUE, ALEX CRUZE, MANDY MOODA, PERRI LEE, ASHLEY JAMES, SAM SAM BUT DIFFERENT, JULIA VOSS, LAVIDA, LAUREN MAC, MAYA The Emerson. South Yarra. 6pm. $10.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL FREAK FANDANGO, RAGING MOBY, MUMA GANOUSH Old Bar. Fitzroy. 7.30pm. $8. THE GROGANS Howler. Brunswick. 8pm. $15. PLASTER OF PARIS, EAT MAN, MOON CUP Globe Alley. Melbourne. 8pm. FREE. HOT WINGS, THE GO FUCK YOURSELVES Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. PRESS CLUB, JOHNNY HUNTER Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $24.47. SKINK TANK, GROVE Red Betty. Brunswick. 7pm. FREE. MORNING MELODIES FEAT: GABRIELLE PARBO Ferntree Gully Hotel. Ferntree Gully. 10.30am. $17. PARENTAL AS ANYTHING + PRIMARY SCREAM The Fyrefly. St Kilda. 7.30pm. $16.35. MATT BRADSHAW The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 9.30pm. FREE.
Stilton Moon THE BERGY SELTZER For all you jazz lovers, Stilton Moon are set to drop a mix of original and reimagined grooves at The Bergy Seltzer on Sunday November 3. With a precedent of providing highly interactive sets, you best bet the young quartet are going to get you involved somehow. It’s all for free and kicks off at 6pm.
FRIDAY 08 NOV
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL FRENQUENCY, DOV1, TAMEN, SISTYM, CAMPBELL Bar 303. Northcote. 8pm. $15. REPENT REPEAT NOVEMBER PARTY FEAT: HAWAII GUN CLUB, CONDOS, LUNAR TIDE, PARTY MCFLY Globe Alley. Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. BANG BANG Ferdydurke. Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. SYSTEM UNKNOWN: WAX POETS FEAT: HAWK I, LEGO Red Betty. Brunswick. 7pm. FREE. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74. TIJUANA CARTEL The Croxton. Thornbury. 8pm. $29.10. THE MARTINEZ BROTHERS Brown Alley. Melbourne. 10pm. $36.87 - 47.09. HERNAN CATTANEO 170 Russell. Melbourne. 10pm. $38.96.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL MADDY JANE, OH MY MY, DENISE LE MENICE Yah Yah's. Fitzroy. 8pm. $15. BULLETBELT, REMAINS, ABU GHRAIB, NEMBUTOLIK The Yarra Hotel. Abbotsford. 8pm. $10. COLUMBUS, PLOVERS, BABY SHOWER The Penny Black. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. YOUTH GROUP, LAURA IMBRUGLIA, THE WONDER Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8.30pm. $39.22. SUNNYSIDE, ADRIANA, FRANCESCA GONZALES, COFI The Curtin. Carlton. 8pm. $12.25. REPENT REPEAT NOVEMBER PARTY FEAT: HAWAII GUN CLUB, CONDOS, LUNAR TIDE, PARTY MCFLY Globe Alley. Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. THE HARD-ONS Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. $23.75. ALI BARTER, SAN MEI, FAN GIRL Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8.30pm. $23.08. MUDPUNCH, MUDHAVEN, MUDSHAKER Bar Open. Fitzroy. 8.30pm. $10. HOBO MAGIC, MOTHERSLUG, GREMLINS SMOKE WITCH Bendigo Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $20. DICKLORD, MESA COSA, THE GUTTER
BIRDS The B.East. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. MOLER, LITTLEFOOT Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8pm. FREE. CARPET BURN + SPACE VISITATION & THE FORMATION The Fitzroy Pinnacle. Fitzroy North. 8pm. FREE. PRESS CLUB, JOHNNY HUNTER Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $24.47. NO TRAUMA, UNCLE BEN'S LAST WORDS The Bergy Seltzer. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. HANDS LIKE HOUSES, YOUNG LIONS Pier Bandroom. Frankston. 8pm. $34.70. MAMMA JAM Royal Hotel (Essendon). Essendon. 10pm. FREE. GEORGIA KNIGHT Old Bar. Fitzroy. 6pm. $12. METRIK The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 11pm. FREE. MATT BRADSHAW The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 6pm. FREE. CAPTAIN SPALDING BAND Customs House Hotel. Williamstown. 8pm. FREE.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES MOUSEY, BABY & THE KICKS, MIM Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. THE LUKE SINCLAIR SET Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 9pm. FREE. BETH WINTER, PEPPER JANE The Merri Clan. Preston. 7.30pm. FREE. LUKE AUSTEN The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 8.30pm. FREE. TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 6pm. FREE. JAMES GUIDA, JESSE WILLIAMS Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 6pm. FREE. TASHA ZAPPALA Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. THE 'JOHNNY CAN'T DANCE' CAJUN BAND, BIG ZYDECO EXPRESS Gem Bar. Collingwood. 9pm. FREE. STARBUCK The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 10pm. FREE. TOM CHAPMAN The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 9pm. FREE. FRANCES GUMM FRONTIER Coburg RSL Club. Coburg. 8pm. FREE. ZERAFINA ZARA & ALLEGED ASSOCIATES TRIO Smokehouse 101. Maribyrnong. 7pm. FREE.
The Exciting McGillycuddies
Adam Trace
QUIET MAN IRISH PUB
Kick off your week at the Temperance Hotel with Adam Trace dropping some R&B, nu disco and house bangers on Monday November 4. He’ll be joined by Nick Van Wilder and Duchess Kaye to keep you moving all night long, with drink specials fuelling it all. Even better, there’s no door fee. It kicks off at 8pm.
The Exciting McGillycuddies return to the Quiet Man Irish Pub on Sunday November 3 for a night of traditional Irish music. Filled with up-tempo tracks, their set is sure to help you send off the weekend without staying out too late. It begins at 6pm and it’s free.
TEMPERANCE HOTEL
LA REINA The Fyrefly. St Kilda. 7pm. $28.60. SPEAK EASY Classic Southside. Elsternwick. 8pm. $20 - 25. MARK GARDNER The Prince Patrick. 5.30pm. FREE. SHAUNA TONY AND CO Brothers Public House. Fitzroy. 8pm. FREE.
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK SHANTY TOWN The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 9.30pm. FREE. HOODOO MAYHEM Bar Open. Fitzroy. 6.30pm. FREE. THE BOÎTE PRESENTS LA VIDA UNA CANCION FEAT: SENES FLAMENCO Box Hill Community Arts Centre. 8pm. $27. SYSTEM UNKNOWN: WAX POETS FEAT: HAWK I, LEGO Red Betty. Brunswick. 7pm. FREE. MEL SEARLE Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 9pm. $30. ELISSA RODGER Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8pm. $30. RALEIGH WILLIAMS Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 6.30pm. $32.50. FOOTSCRAY GYPSY ORCHESTRA Mycelium Studios. Brunswick East. 8pm. $10. ROMANES CANES Open Studio. Northcote. 9pm. $15 - 20. VARDOS Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 5.45pm. $29 - 39. DJ LADY LOVE POTION Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP NIGHTMARES ON WAX (DJ SET), MIDNIGHT TENDERNESS, SOPHIE MCALISTER Howler. Brunswick. 8pm. $45.90. SYSTEM UNKNOWN: WAX POETS FEAT: HAWK I, LEGO Red Betty. Brunswick. 7pm. FREE. RNB FRIDAYS FEAT: YO! MAFIA Co. Southbank. 9.30pm. $27.46. CHILADELPHIA FRIDAYS New Guernica. Melbourne. 4pm. FREE.
CLASSICAL YO-YO MA Hamer Hall (Arts Centre
Frank Raymond and the Silhouettes FAD GALLERY Frank Raymond and The Silhouettes once again take charge of FAD Gallery on Thursday November 7 to bring a night of their signature mix of blues and pop from across the eras. It’s free and kicks off at 9pm, so head on down and start your weekend early.
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Melbourne). Melbourne. 7.30pm.
SATURDAY 09 NOV
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES MELBOURNE STORYTELLERS FEAT: TSAR GREEN, DUXIE FRANKLIN, JAKKSEN FISH, CHRIS ALCOMA, PARMY DHILLON, MORE Bar 303. Northcote. 7.30pm. $10. GRAACE, KEELAN MAK, LIZA FLUME Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8.30pm. THE CEILI ALL-STARS The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 3pm. FREE. TESS MCKENNA BAND The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 9pm. FREE. BUSBY MAROU, LITTLE GEORGIA, BOBBY ALU Corner Hotel. Richmond. 8.30pm. $49.90. THE GIRL FROM CHICKASAW COUNTY AN ODE TO BOBBIE GENTRY FEAT: THE OKOLONA FOUR, REBECCA BARNARD & LISA MILLER, SARAH CARROLL, HELEN RYDER, LACHLAN BRYAN, ROB SNARSKI Caravan Music Club. Bentleigh East. 8pm. $27. CLAIM, ORANGE ORANGE, VIA Bar Open. Fitzroy. 8.30pm. $10. THE BOÎTE PRESENTS VOICES UNBOUND, XIMENA ABARCA Saint Charlie Tap Room. VIC. 7.30pm. THE CHRIS COMMERFORD BAND Clifton Hill Brewpub. Clifton Hill. 9pm. FREE. HARMANIAX Open Studio. Northcote. 8.30pm. $10 - 12. ANDY WHITE & THE SCANS Open Studio. Northcote. 2.30pm. $10.76. SOULFUL SESSIONS FEAT: ANOUSKA TAYLOR Chapel Off Chapel. Prahran. 7.30pm. $54 - 59. BROTHERS BLUEGRASS ALL STARS Brothers Public House. Fitzroy. 6.30pm. FREE.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP GEORGIA FIELDS Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 8pm. $30. WINTERBOURNE, PATRICK JAMES
Howler. Brunswick. 8pm. $35. DOOLIE + XMPLA Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $15. KHOKOLAT SATURDAYS, DAMION DE SILVA, DURMY Khokolat Bar. Melbourne. 9.30pm. RNB FRIDAYS LIVE 2019 FEAT: JANET JACKSON, BLACK EYED PEAS, 50 CENT, JASON DERULO, BRANDY, KERI HILSON, SISQO, J-KWON, FATMAN SCOOP, YO! MAFIA, HORIZON Marvel Stadium. Docklands. 4pm. $99.90 - 199.90.
CLASSICAL AUSTRALIAN BRANDENBURG ORCHESTRA 2019 Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 7pm. $30 - 170.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL SPRING DJ TAKEOVER FEAT: SOLARIS, XAN & CLANCY Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 2pm. FREE. HNYMLK, OWEN RABBIT, OLIVE YAHH Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 9pm. FREE. KINOKO BOWL FEAT: DJ BANJO, CARLUA, GSM, TAIJAE Ferdydurke. Melbourne. 7pm. FREE. DJ MARNI LA ROCCA, JESSE WILLIAMS Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 9pm. FREE. SNAJ Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 5pm. FREE. HEATSTROKE FEAT: SPACEY SPACE, CASEY LEAVER, RYAN HAYNES, DINOBITCH, DISCOSLUT, MORE Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 3pm. $18.35 - 34.66. ALL NIGHT FEAT: CITIZEN.COM, MORE The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 10pm. FREE. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74. ELECTRIC DREAMS Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19. STAKES DAY FEAT: JAQUES LES DISCOTHEQUE, ALEX CRUZE, MEL MARA, HOOPS, JONNO HAZE, JOSH JAMES, SAM SAM BUT DIFFERENT, ASHLEY JAMES The Emerson. South Yarra. 6pm. $10. EAT THE BEAT FEAT: MATTEO
FREYRIE, ESTEBAN, CHRISS MATTÒ, ANDREA GUADALUPI, ETWAS, GAV WHITEHOUSE, MORE New Guernica. Melbourne. 10pm. $16.91. OPEN SPACES FESTIVAL 2019 FEAT: COLETTE, AUCAN ALIAS, ADRIANA, DJ IMAXX, MAMACITA BONNITA, EMELYNE Abbotsford Convent. Abbotsford. 12pm. $5. BOUNCE WITH DJ 2P The Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Melbourne. 10pm. FREE.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL OLIVER NORTHAM, DAN CHAPMAN, TESS GUTHRIE Old Bar. Fitzroy. 3pm. FREE. WHITE BLEACHES, CHUBE SCREAMER, AUNTIE LEO & THE BACKSTABBERS Old Bar. Fitzroy. 7.30pm. $15. TREAT FIRE The Lomond Hotel. Brunswick East. 9.30pm. FREE. CALIFORNICATION 20TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY - CHILI PEPPERS TRIBUTE FEAT: BLOOD SUGAR SEX MAGIK, MASON LOWE DEATH RIDE The Curtin. Carlton. 8pm. $14.30. LIVE BAND KARAOKE Globe Alley. Melbourne. 9pm. FREE. PENNYFEST ’19 FEAT: THE ATTICS, THE VELVET CLUB, DEKLEYN, MANTELL, TESS GUTHRIE, TELESCREEN Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. $11.25. NATALIE CAROLAN + ALICE STOCKDALE Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. DJ TARDISCO Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 6.30pm. FREE. CAPTIVES, MILD MANIC, NUDE DADS, LAZY SIDEKICK, CHELSEA MANOR Bendigo Hotel. Collingwood. 6pm. $16.91. GLITORIS, GREYJACKS, HEARTS & ROCKETS Hotel Esplanade (aka The Espy). St Kilda. 8.30pm. FREE. ILL GLOBO + A+ The Fitzroy Pinnacle. Fitzroy North. 8.30pm. FREE. HANKY PANKY SOCIAL CLUB Gem Bar. Collingwood. 9pm. FREE. POISON FISH, HOTS, LONG HOURS The Bergy Seltzer. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. DINNER & A SHOW FEAT: STEPH & AL (DICK DIVER) Cams Kiosk. VIC. 6pm. $65. EYEHATEGOD Max Watt's (Melbourne). 8pm. $69.90. GANG OF FOUR The Croxton. Thornbury.
8pm. $60.
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK SNAJ Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 5pm. FREE. RAT CHILD Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 6.30pm. FREE. BROOKLYN '86 Bar Open. Fitzroy. 6.30pm. FREE. THE SENEGAMBIAN JAZZ BAND The B.East. Brunswick East. 8pm. FREE. PHOEBE DAY Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 9pm. $32.50. FABULOUS DIVA: THE MUSIC OF DR NINA SIMONE FEAT: RUTH ROGERSWRIGHT Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 8.30pm. $35. COME AWAY WITH ME FEAT: THE JANELLE STOWE TRIO Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 6.30pm. $32.50. ANNA SETTON TRIO, ALASTAIR KERR Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 5.30pm. $32.50. ADAM RUDEGEAIR'S BOWIE PROJECT Open Studio. Northcote. 5.30pm. $10. DANZA EL VITO - RITUAL FIRE DANCE CARMEN FLAMENCO FEAT: NICHOLAS YOUNG, MATTHEW FAGAN, LAURA UHE, FERNANDO MIRA, MAREK PODSTAWEK Federation Square. Melbourne. 2pm. $45. ALMA ZYGIER Classic Southside. Elsternwick. 9pm. $20 - 25. SOULFUL SESSIONS FEAT: ANOUSKA TAYLOR Chapel Off Chapel. Prahran. 7.30pm. $54 - 59. MAGIC OF PARIS FEAT: MILKO FOUCAULT-LARCHE Rising Sun Hotel. South Melbourne. 8.30pm. $40.
SUNDAY 10 NOV
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK PINKO COLLECTIVE Bar 303. Northcote. 3.30pm. COPE STREET PARADE, NORTH POLLARD, DJ GINGER LIGHT Bodriggy Brewing Company. Abbotsford. 2pm. FREE. THE PEARLY SHELLS The Lomond Hotel.
John Kennedy’s 68 Comeback Special
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Jack and Jordan
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Aussie composers Matthew Fagan and Alan Griffiths are putting on a special performance to educate music lovers on the reality of climate change. They’ll explore a selection of tracks from Pink Floyd to Beethoven through a trio of violin, cello and piano. It’s happening at Deakin Edge, Federation Square on Friday November 9 from 5pm. It’s free.
Send off your weekend in style with Jack and Jordan at Temperance Hotel on Sunday November 10. Luke Joseph kicks off the night at 2pm – the perfect entrée for your $25 roast and beer. There’s also $7 pints, basics and wines, to help you ease into the work week. Free entry.
Delivering a high energy set spanning folk, pop, gypsy and swing, Cope Street Parade are set to put a little pep into your Sunday sesh. With support by Ginger Light and North Pollard, this is bound to banish those end of weekend sads. It’s happening at Bodriggy Brewing Co on Sunday November 10 from 10pm, free entry.
Sydney musician John Kennedy returns to Melbourne with his band. Fans can expect to hear songs from the new Raining Treasure album, along with Kennedy’s urban and western classics. John Kennedy’s 68 Comeback Special will be supported by indie rock legend Penny Ikinger and folk outfit Brittle Sun. It’s all going down at Swamplands Bar on Saturday November 9. Free entry.
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Brunswick East. 5.30pm. FREE. LUODA, HARRIET ALLCROFT DUO Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. $20. ENTROPY QUARTET Edinburgh Castle Hotel. Brunswick. 4pm. FREE. HHS Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 7pm. FREE. LALIDA Charles Weston Hotel. Brunswick. 4pm. FREE. BACHARACH & BEYOND, JACK HOWARD & THE AMBASSADORS OF LOVE Caravan Music Club. Bentleigh East. 2.30pm. $27. THE PARIS CAT BIG BAND Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 6.30pm. $25 - 30. CORDILLERA, CHEV Open Studio. Northcote. 8pm. $8 - 10. PEPPERCORN JAZZ BAND Open Studio. Northcote. 5.30pm. FREE. JAMAICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL AFTERPARTY FEAT: MAD PROFESSOR, THE 4’20’ SOUND, SK SIMEON, RICHIE STEPHENS, MASIA ONE, HOUSEWIFE'S CHOICE, DJ ERYQ, DAN DI LION Prince Bandroom. St Kilda. 9pm. $25. MIMMO CAVALLARO & BAND The Thornbury Theatre. Thornbury. 6pm. $49.99. SOULFUL SESSIONS FEAT: ANOUSKA TAYLOR Chapel Off Chapel. Prahran. 7.30pm. $54 - 59. KATIE NOONAN & AUSTRALIAN STRING QUARTET Forum Melbourne. Melbourne. 7.30pm. $79. THE BORNSTEIN ULTIMATUM FEAT: THE BORNSTEIN ULTIMATUM Pause Bar. Balaclava. 4.30pm. FREE.
CLASSICAL AUSTRALIAN BRANDENBURG ORCHESTRA 2019 Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 5pm. $30 - 170. AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA PRESENTS BRAHMS & DVOŘÁK Hamer Hall (Arts Centre Melbourne). Melbourne. 2.30pm. $56 - 173. KATIE NOONAN & AUSTRALIAN STRING QUARTET Forum Melbourne. Melbourne. 7.30pm. $79.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL MAC SPRINGS, GOYDER'S LINE The Yarra Hotel. Abbotsford. 7pm. FREE. FAN GIRL + OBSCURA HAIL Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 3pm. FREE. ROB SNARSKI, SHANE O'MARA, KIERNAN BOX Post Office Hotel. Coburg. 5pm. FREE. SECRET FLEETS, BIG SEAL Old Bar. Fitzroy. 3pm. FREE. DR SURE'S UNUSUAL PRACTICE, BUGHUNT, LOOBS Old Bar. Fitzroy. 7pm. FREE. PLASTIC CHAIRS, VALE, IF SO WHY The Curtin. Carlton. 2.30pm. FREE. SICK THOUGHTS, RESEARCH REACTOR CORP, SWAB Bar Open. Fitzroy. 8pm. $10. JOE TERROR, THE BACKS, SUNEDEN Bar Open. Fitzroy. 3.30pm. $10. HEAD DOWN THUMBS UP, BRIAN CAMPEAU The Bergy Seltzer. Brunswick. 6pm. FREE. BLANCO TRANCO, SERF Tramway Hotel. Fitzroy North. 4pm. FREE. GOMEZ The Croxton. Thornbury. 8pm.
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES MORNING BEAR, NIR TSFATY, DEVORAH Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 7.30pm. FREE. GRAACE, KEELAN MAK, JUICE WEBSTER Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 7.30pm. MOONSHINE COALITION The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 6.30pm. FREE. JOHN FLANAGAN The Drunken Poet. West Melbourne. 4pm. FREE. ROY PAYNE Gem Bar. Collingwood. 5.30pm. FREE. ACCIDENTAL BEDFELLOWS The Thornbury Local. Thornbury. 5pm. FREE. BRAD ELLIS Clifton Hill Brewpub. Clifton Hill. 5pm. FREE. HANNAH SCHMIDLI Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 7pm. $25. BANBURY CROSS, BETH WINTER, JOE JACOBSON Open Studio. Northcote. 2.30pm. $7. THOMAS BYRNE, RACHAEL COMTE Bar 303. Northcote. 7pm. $15. SOULFUL SESSIONS FEAT: ANOUSKA TAYLOR Chapel Off Chapel. Prahran. 7.30pm. $54 - 59. COUNTRY AT CUSTOMS FEAT: MICHELLE GARDINER, ANTHONY TAYLOR, DELLA HARRIS, EMILY HATTON, JAKE SINCLAIR, LUKE AUSTEN Customs House Hotel. Williamstown. 2pm. FREE.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL THE ISLAND FEAT: DJ KDKE, DJ SOFI, DJ AURORA, DJ NAYNAY Section 8. Melbourne. 4pm. FREE. LUEN, MERVE, 6AM AT THE GARAGE, GENIE, JAZZ, THREEPIECESUIT Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 3pm. $13. HEATSTROKE FEAT: SPACEY SPACE, CASEY LEAVER, RYAN HAYNES, DINOBITCH, DISCOSLUT, MORE Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 3pm. $18.35 - 34.66. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74. OPEN SPACES FESTIVAL 2019 FEAT: COLETTE, AUCAN ALIAS, ADRIANA, DJ IMAXX, MAMACITA BONNITA, EMELYNE Abbotsford Convent. Abbotsford. 12pm. $5.
HIP HOP, R&B, POP DOOLIE + XMPLA Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 8pm. $15. MOTHERSHIP Co. Southbank. 10pm. $15. CORDILLERA, CHEV Open Studio. Northcote. 8pm. $8 - 10. KATIE NOONAN & AUSTRALIAN STRING QUARTET Forum Melbourne. Melbourne. 7.30pm. $79.
MONDAY 11 NOV
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK MELBOURNE POLYTECHNIC MUSIC Bar 303. Northcote. 7pm. FREE.
CLASSICAL BEHZOD ABDURAIMOV Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 7.30pm. $62 - 115. AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA PRESENTS BRAHMS & DVOŘÁK Hamer Hall (Arts Centre Melbourne). Melbourne. 7.30pm. $56 - 173.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL LISA MILLER + SHANE O'MARA Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 7.30pm. FREE. MONDAY NIGHT MASS FEAT: EMMA RUSSACK, LACHLAN DENTON, SB, PARTNER LOOK Northcote Social Club. Northcote. 8pm. FREE. NITE FRUIT, THE FIX UPS, THE OMEGA POINT Old Bar. Fitzroy. 8pm. $5. GOMEZ The Croxton. Thornbury. 8pm. THE MUSIC BUBBLE FEAT: LAYDEE LISA, ANDREW DE SILVA, CHRISSI, JOANNE Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 6.30pm. $49 69.
ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL WOMEN'S DJ WORKSHOPS FEAT: LUEN Gasometer Hotel. Collingwood. 6.30pm. FREE. DAY OF THE DEAD CLUB FESTIVAL Co. Southbank. 9pm. $22.19 - 32.74.
LIME CORDIALE SHAWN MENDES ROD LAVER ARENA OCTOBER 30 & 31 THE SISTERS OF MERCY THE FORUM OCTOBER 30 SAHARA BECK WORKERS CLUB OCTOBER 31 LIME CORDIALE THE CORNER OCTOBER 30, 31 & NOVEMBER 1 STICKY FINGERS MELBOURNE ARENA NOVEMBER 1 BAD//DREEMS THE CROXTON NOVEMBER 1 I KNOW LEOPARD THE ESPY NOVEMBER 1 RATHAMMOCK NORTHCOTE SOCIAL CLUB NOVEMBER 1 DROWN THIS CITY STAY GOLD NOVEMBER 1 TRAM COPS THE CURTIN NOVEMBER 1
ACOUSTIC, COUNTRY/ FOLK, BLUES CECILIA’S FULL MOON MONDAY Open Studio. Northcote. 7pm. $5 - 10.
TUESDAY 12 NOV
808S & THE GREATEST HITS THE GASO NOVEMBER 1 MEMPHIS LK COLOUR CLUB NOVEMBER 1, GRACE DARLING NOVEMBER 9 REGURGITATOR PRINCE BANDROOM NOVEMBER 1, THE CORNER NOVEMBER 2 LOST LANDS WERRIBEE PARK
JAZZ, GLOBAL, SOUL/ FUNK THE JAIMZ PROJECT Bar 303. Northcote. 8pm. THE CLOTHESLINES, JOCK STRAP-ON, WURLI Retreat Hotel. Brunswick. 8pm. FREE. CHOCCY SALAD, FARM Evelyn Hotel. Brunswick. 8.30pm. $5. JAZZ NIGHT - JOHN BADGERY, MATT O'BRIEN, ROBBIE FINCH Compass Pizza. Brunswick East. 7pm. FREE. THE MONASH JAZZ & POPULAR STUDIES RECITAL Paris Cat Jazz Club. Melbourne. 6.30pm. $15. BIG IDIOT CLUB Open Studio. Northcote. 8.30pm. $10 - 12.
CLASSICAL TRIO MARVIN Melbourne Recital Centre. Southbank. 11am. $20 - 54.
ROCK, PUNK, METAL
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