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THE LATEST ON international & national news & tours The Highlights: Where we’re holding out for a hero. Coming up you have… .........................................................................

Bodyjar Become Role Models In 1994 a few mates got together to form Bodyjar, an Aussie counterpart to bands including Blink-182 and Unwritten Law. The band would slog it out for fifteen years, releasing tracks including ‘How it Works’, ‘Not the Same’ and ‘ Fall to the Ground’ along the way.

They then took a breather but were coxed back into the game last year. Later this month comes new album, Role Model. The Corner – November 2. .........................................................................

The Changing of Patrick James Following a move to Sydney, songman Patrick James honed his craft on the streets, performing at The Glebe Markets, Newtown and The Rocks.

Soon his busking sessions turned into mini shows, and his name became a hot topic on social media to dedicated followers. He then hit the studio, spending an eight-month stint prepping his debut EP, All About to Change. Northcote Social Club – November 22.

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Bec Laughton’s Dark Love A petite redhead with a monstrous voice is a pretty fair way to describe Bec Laughton. Growing up in the backstage theatre world, the Brisbane songbird trained at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music.

She landed her first major role in 1998 where she played Dorothy in a motown version of The Wiz. With an EP on the way, she is hitting the road for her Darkest Love tour. The Paris Cat – October 18. .........................................................................

New Paul McCartney Well, this month sees the release of the new album from a fella named Paul McCartney. You should know the name – he has done a fair bit in his time. For the new release he worked with several producers, including Paul Epworth, Mark Ronson, Ethan Johns and Giles Martin. Those with a keen eye will know that earlier in the year a ‘Waitlist’ appeared online, fuelling rumours of an Australian tour.

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Ten Years of The Kill Devil Hills

The Power of Gwar

Ah, time flies when you’re having fun, doesn’t it?

It certainly flies when you’re busting out wild roots rock to the masses. It has been ten years since The Kill Devil Hills plugged in their gear and started to do what they do best, and they figured a good way to celebrate would be to record a live album. Titled Past and Future Ghosts, the album is a ride through previous EPs, singles and unreleased material. The Curtin – November 9.

Let’s face it; it ain’t going to happen, but the petition to have Gwar perform at the 2014 Super Bowl is gaining traction. According to NME, as of September 18 the petition had received more than 18,000 signatures. The campaign was started by a guy named Jeff Cantrell who was looking for something different. Several thousand it seems would share his sentiment. Gwar is part of the 2014 Soundwave line-up.

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Insane Clown Posse Down Under

Singing the Praise of Jetstar

During a seminar at their annual Gathering of the Juggalos event, Violent J (Joseph Bruce) and Shaggy 2 Dope (Joseph Utsler) announced that they would be bringing Insane Clown Posse Down Under in November. ICP have notoriously dedicated fans, and for their followers in Australia it has been

Good news if you’re a muso with news that Jetstar has updated its policies regarding carry-on baggage.

A few weeks back, Caroline Trengove was forbidden from boarding a flight due to her refusal to stow her violin in the hold of the aircraft. The story caught the attention of the media, and whether it was bad press

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The Horrors of Wednesday 13 Widely regarded as the King of Horrorpunk, Wednesday 13 will return to familiar stomping ground at the end of the month. The moniker of Joseph Poole, Wednesday 13 came about after the Murderdolls went on hiatus around 2004. Under Wednesday 13, Poole released this first album, Transylvania 90210 Songs of Death, Dying, and the Dead, in 2005. The Dixie Dead is his latest. Billboard – November 1. or a change of heart, musicians will now be able to carry their gear onto the plane. Qantas and Virgin Australia already carry the practice. .........................................................................

King Gizzard on the March As if there wasn’t enough buzz surround King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, their recent performance at Brisbane’s BIGSOUND has those in the know salivating that little bit more. Good news for all then is that the “completely fried thereminwielding psychopaths” released their new album late last month. Titled Float Along – Fill Your Lungs, the album features the single ‘I’m Not a Man Unless I Have a Woman’. The Corner – October 19. .........................................................................

Steel Panther Spread the Disease You would have thought they had spread their diseases enough by now, but it seems that those

sexed-up glam metallers calling themselves Steel Panther have plenty left to give to Australia. The band is currently working on a new album, so new tunes are bound to be heard. This time around they’ll be joined by Buckcherry. It’s the Spreading the Disease tour and it is going to get sticky. Myer Music Bowl – December 8. .........................................................................

Flume & Chet Faker With both Harley Streton, aka Flume, and Chet Faker making their mark on the music world, a musical collaboration seems like a good idea. Harley spoke with Themusic.com.au about the EP, saying: “We went away for like a week and wrote some music and it turns out that we’re like an awesome duo … His strengths are all my weaknesses and vice versa so we kinda complement each other. It’s a bit like a yinyang thing we’ve got going on.” .........................................................................

The Cairos Get Obsessive

Ever Feel Like a Misfit?

On October 12 Brisbane four-piece The Cairos will be performing at the Cama Festival in Hanoi, Vietnam; on October 17 they will kick off an Australian tour in support of their latest single, ‘Obsession’ – ‘tis a crazy life for a band. Obsession was recorded at Byron Bay’s Studios 301 with Nick DiDia and is a taste of their forthcoming debut album, due for release in early 2014. The Workers Club – October 19.

In 1977 Glenn Danzig would form a band that would fuse punk rock with horror film themes and imagery. Calling the band Misfits, they would become the progenitors of horror punk. Things may look a little different these days but the band continues to release material: 2011 gave us The Devil’s Rain and this year has seen their third live album, Dead Alive!. The Corner – January 17.

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ARIAs Locked In

Orphaned Land in Australia

The 27th annual ARIA Awards will take place at The Star, Sydney on December 1. ARIA CEO Dan Rosen: “We’re thrilled to partner with The Star to host this year’s event. After 27 years the ARIA Awards are still the country’s biggest celebration of Australian music and the success of our artists in 2013 means we have all the ingredients to make it one of our biggest ARIAs ever.” Nine Network’s GO! will televise the event.

Middle Eastern heavy metal pioneers Orphaned Land will check in on Australia next month for a small run of shows. Formed out of Israel in the early ’90s, the band had a brief stint under the name Resurrection before changing it to their current name. In a salute to the power of their music, fans started on online petition in 2012 to nominate the band for the Nobel Peace Prize. Gershwin Room @ The Espy – March 22.

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At Sea with The Crooked Fiddle Band After giving us an entrée in the form of double A-side ‘The Vanishing Shapes of a Better World’/‘The Deepwater Drownings Part I’, The Crooked Fiddle Band is serving up the main course, Moving Pieces of the Sea. The album, the band’s second, was recorded in Chicago with Steve Albini. With a little post-rock, prog, folk, punk and world music in their pot, the band is nothing short of unpredictable. The Corner – November 8.

The Bamboos: Fever Rising It has been a long and colourful road since ringleader Lance Ferguson formed The Bamboos back in 2001. Inspired by the raw funk of the ’60s and ’70s, the band has become an infectious force at festivals Australia-wide.

Next month will see the release of album number six, Fever in the Road. The album had the band once again team up with John Castle (Washington, Josh, Pyke, Pez). The Forum – December 7.

Gossling Shimmers like Gold One of the things about university is that it can sometimes lead you to discover that you’re on the wrong track. It was through studying psychology/ sociology where Helen Croome found herself paying more attention to guitar and songwriting than her studies. Soon enough Gossling was born. In support of her debut album Harvest of Gold, the eclectic songbird is hitting the road. The Corner – November 20. .........................................................................

The Island of Evan & The Brave Last year Sydney quartet Evan and The Brave released the stand-alone single ‘Lil Monster’. It had some very nice things said about it, so the chances are their debut EP Island will follow suit. The EP had the outfit team up with producer Tony Buchen (Washington, The Preatures). As for the band, they began after frontman Daniel Misfud had a “musical reconnaissance” in London and New York. Rochester Castle – November 9.

Gimme Some Beck ‘Gimme’ is the new single from Beck, his third stand-alone single for this year. What is happening in the world of Beck is anyone’s guess. Earlier in the year he spoke with NME, saying he had no plans to record a new album but instead would focus on releasing singles.

However, Rolling Stone reported that he was working on two new albums, including an acoustic effort. Sit back and enjoy ‘Gimme’ for now.

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Harlem Globetrotters in Oz Something a little different for Forte, but we’re giving it a run because it’s pretty cool. As some of you would know the Harlem Globetrotters are touring Australia this month, putting their ball-handling wizardry skills on show. An international institution since 1929, the Globetrotters have played more than 20,000 games across 122 countries. State Netball & Hockey Centre – October 30.

A Drink to Closure in Moscow With new single ‘The Church of the Technochrist’ out now and a new album on the way, Closure in Moscow have a pretty full plate at the moment. They also have a tour coming up which we’ll get to shortly. The new album is called Pink Lemonade. If you have some spare time, check out their website closureinmoscow. com to see the lads performing a few tracks at the Music Feeds studio. Ding Dong – November 22.

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Tayla Haigh words & photo by PHil kearney

I remember meeting Tayla Haigh as a student studying VETiS Music at Oxygen College towards the end of 2012. She was lead singer of a group scheduled to play at Anglesea Music Festival.

So when I was scanning the line-up of this year’s Anglesea Music Festival I was intrigued to see Tayla scheduled to play the Main stage as a Solo Artist. I caught up with her to have a chat with about what she has been up to over the last 12 months.

It’s been a while since we’ve caught up, and you seem to have achieved so much in that time.

What has been the catalyst for such a push into the music industry in 2013?

TAYLA: I think because I wasn’t at school anymore I took that opportunity as a time to focus purely on my music and really throw myself into developing further as a solo artist. I’m Studying a Diploma of Music down at Oxygen College and it has really helped me grow as an artist, giving me more exposure and different gigging experiences. I’ve discovered more about myself as a musician, and have become drawn to a more distinct writing style.

You have obviously started to focus on the solo aspect of your career. Last time we saw you, it was as a lead singer of a group. What brought about the change?

I really loved playing in a band, but for some reason just feel alot more comfortable and secure being a solo artist. I think it’s also knowing that I only have

‘HYPERVERSE’ takes Geelong

by Storm words & photo by PHil kearney

A wave of new music has begun to sweep through the town of Geelong, and I have been able to trace its source back to Oxygen College. More and more I am seeing bands adorning the Oxygen moniker on their promo sheets and venues and festivals being sponsored by the College. They are almost forcing the ‘Sleepy Hollow’ to sit up and take notice.

A band I was lucky enough to see at a Fundraiser for ‘Troubled Youth’ held at Courthouse Arts, was the band ‘Hyperverse’. This is a band made up of students currently studying the Diploma of Music Course at the College.

I got to meet a couple of the members of the band during one of their recording sessions at the college. As I sat down with lead singer Rachael Batterbury and drummer Jake Pickering, I recognise the song as ‘The Brave’ which I’d heard at the Concert.

“The song has been really well received live,” says Rachael, “and we’re keen to get the recording finished so we can get it online. Hopefully by the time this hits the magazine, fans will be able to listen to the song on our Facebook Page.”

It’s a unique sound they have as a group, which is expected given the nature in which they formed.

Rachel’s vocals and approach to lyrics are a throwback to songstress’ from an era long forgotten; Jake looks like

The Relationship between Musician and Audio Engineer words & photo by PHil kearney

There are many famous duos in the world of Music. Simon and Garfunkel. Sonny and Cher.Hetfield and Ulrich (like they ever let Hammett have a say).Jackson and that weird bloody monkey.

But perhaps the simplest, most important and often overlooked is that between the musician and the sound engineer.

They are vastly different creatures. One is in the limelight, one is in the shadows. One is often gifted talent from a higher power and one spends years studying what each of those millions of knobs on the sound desk do. One may get mobbed in the street by adorning fans, the other you wouldn’t know if they popped up in your bowl of cereal.

Yet one cannot survive without the other.

And it is this relationship that is being cultivated at Oxygen College.

The College and its concept were brought to my attention through a conversation I had with key figures in the production of the Anglesea Music festival.

It seemed every second person involved was somehow connected to Oxygen College. Some were sound engineers currently studying; some were trainers from the college providing then running massive sound systems.

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myself to rely on. I also really enjoy having all the creative control over the music I write.

It is a unique sound you have started to create.

Is it inspired by anyone?

I’m drawn to any singer/songwriter type stuff. I love walking into bars and hearing independent artists with their guitars telling stories through their songs.

I’m always inspired by them because they do what I do and I feel like I understand them.

You said that you are studying at Oxygen College in Geelong, and if my maths is correct, that brings it up on almost 3 years. What’s it like there?

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every year at the college, especially this year doing the Diploma. Each has been different in that I take with me what I’ve learnt previously and apply those new skills to new projects and ideas. Being at the college has helped me grow the way I have and given me alot of key knowledge I will take with me when I leave.

I know you’re on the ticket at Anglesea Music Festival, but where else can we see you around town?

October is a busy month which I’m looking forward to, with Anglesea and Teesdale music festival coming up. I’m also playing at the Empire Grill, and will make an appearance playing at the Royal Geelong show. I’ll be at the Potato Shed in Drysdale for the ‘Halloween Fest’ and playing regularly at the local venues like Beav’s Bar, Slate Bar and Dive Bar. And the Future?

Hopefully alot of gigging, travelling and further developing myself as an artist. I’m looking forward to the future and meeting heaps of other musicians and learning new things along the way.

when&where: Leaura Park Estate - Oct 12; Anglesea Music Festival - Oct 19; Teesdale Music Festival - Oct 26 & Beav's Bar - Oct 29

he could break into a swing beat at any moment; Jacob is straight from that dark section of the CD store your grandparents never visit and Niklas looks as though he is there to do the taxes not lead guitar. On their own Facebook page they refer to their music as ‘heavy/ jazz funk’, a style that in my many years, have yet to be exposed to.

“We are such a diverse group,” explains Rachael.“We’ve got a heavy metal bassist, a blues guitarist, a funk drummer, and my influences are predominately jazz.

So we’re talking anything from ‘Lamb of God’ to ‘Nina Simone’.

Jake refers to it as ‘Collaborative Influence’ saying that the songs are always written as a group.

“It’s definitely a collaborative effort. We’ve tried writing with members absent and it just doesn’t work. It usually begins with one of us having an idea of the style we want the song to be and creating a melody (or rhythm) that really portrays that style. After that it just becomes a big group brainstorming session full of trial and error.”

Having only been together for a few months, they have been thrown head-first into the industry through the Diploma of Music course they are completing together, where the main focus is on giving the students a real industry experience.

“On the first day of the course Jacob and I looked at each other and instantly recognised each other. It did take us a week to figure out how we knew each other, but that’s beside the point. But with Nik belonging to Ballarat and Rachael being 8 years older than the rest of us, Oxygen was our only chance of meeting.”

Having played at almost every venue around Geelong in the last few months, they have a big end to the year coming up.

“We have a few shows organised including the Anglesea and Teesdale Music Festivals, and a groovy little gig

when&where: Leaura Park Estate - Oct 12; Anglesea Music Festival - Oct 19; Teesdale Music Festival - Oct 26 & Beav's Bar - Oct 29

at the Leura Park Winery. We’re still in the process of organising more shows around Geelong and the surrounding areas, so it should be a fun time for us”

Oxygen about recording an EP. So between finishing our course work and juggling our acts, expect something great from us.

In regards to the longer future, Jake adds “At the moment we are knee deep in writing more songs and will be creating a video clip for one of our songs -we’re still deciding what song we should use. We’re currently talking to one of the Sound Production students at

“The sky’s the limit,” says Rachael.“We are just super keen to take our music, as a band and as individuals, to the next level.”

comfortable with such an elite level of equipment that allows students to transition so easily into the workforce.

watching your every move. It’s important the guys learn how to deal with that. So we force the situation a bit.”

Having heard what I’ve heard already, I can’t help but agree.

Some were performing live on the main stage for the second year in a row, and some were 15yr old kids doing original sets for the first time on stage.

I organised to catch up with College Director Dominic Monea, and Head of Music Frank Martinek to get a better idea of what was going on down in Geelong West.

I asked Frank how the idea for the college came about.

“Oxygen’s foundation courses were established in Music Performance/Composition and Sound Production (it has since evolved to also contain photography and film) to fill a void in the local area for quality contemporary music qualifications. Traditionally, students would have to study at Melbourne institutions to gain access to such courses.

“A vast network of creative students from both departments establishes itself each year as teams of students from both disciplines that come together to produce highly creative outcomes as part of Oxygen’s highly integrated programs. Students work together in studio recording sessions as well as staging live gigs complete with full audio production. Annual student feedback has consistently shown that networking opportunities, resulting from both departments working in collaboration, as one of the biggest strengths in our courses.”

It is this drive to not only give the students the skills they need to succeed in the Music Industry, but then to push them head first into that industry, that has had such a positive effect on the students.

The College itself houses 6 fully equipped, sound proofed rehearsal rooms, 4 Professional Recording Studios, a 120 seat Live Space with full sound system and professional Mixing Desk, 2 Mac Labs, a PC lab, and that isn’t even mentioning all the new facilities for the Photography and Video courses.

Dominic Monea, points out that it is by becoming

“We constantly have to update gear and equipment to keep up in this industry. It is important that when our graduates enter the world of music, they know what they are doing and don’t become overawed by the experience.

“That is also why we get them out there while they are still studying. It is all well and good practicing your skills at a computer in the studio, or in the confines of the Rehearsal rooms, but ultimately these guys are going to be tested in the real world. The musicians will be on stage and the Sound Engineers will be tested under pressure at Live Shows.

“These skills matter. How to handle the pressure and still perform at peak level with thousands of eyes

Oxygen College has already had its Musicians and Sound Engineers testing their wears around Geelong’s Music scene, but will push them to the limit when they hit the stage and take over the desks at Anglesea Music Festival, Teesdale’s ‘Turtlebend’ Music Festival, Leura Park Winery along with performances at local venues Beav’s Bar and the Courthouse Arts Theatre all in the next 2 months.

Dominic summed it up.

“This is it for them. This is the career they want.

They need to know they can survive in it. We are all confident at the college that they can. Now they just have to see it for themselves.”

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BARWON CLUB HOTEL: Von Stache with Ok Sure BEAVS BAR: Steve Pianto Black Hatt: Cor Ten Bridge Hotel: Sean McMahon’s Western Union Raised By Eagles CITY QUARTER BAR: Capital Theatre: Red Shoes COURTHOUSE ARTS: Dark Light Meditations ELEPHANT & CASTLE: Figjam EUREKA HOTEL: DJ Halfcuts, Shameless, Nick Coleman EDGE: Live entertainment plus DJ GPAC: The Red Tree (2 & 5 pm), Phantom of the Opera THE GROVEDALE HOTEL: Sean Harvey THE KAROVA LOUNGE: The Jungle Giants plus guests LAMBY’S BAR & RESTAURANT: Live Band & DJs Mainroom and Terrace. Open from 9pm THE LOFT: The Hyperdrones MARTIANS CAFE: Gallie THE MAX HOTEL: Hey Charger OLD HEPBURN HOTEL: Matt Giri (70s-00’s covers) Theatre Royale: Ron Vincent sings Cat Stevens

Sunday October 6th Batesford Hotel: Tony Byrne BLACK HATT: Bergman and Ballandeers BRIDGE HOTEL: Archer and the Long Gone Daddies The Capital: Bendigo Festival of Cultures EDGE GEELONG: Live entertainment plus DJ ELEPHANT & CASTLE: Des Camm Geelong RSL : Royal Garden Jazz Band GPAC: Phantom of the Opera Woodfire Chamber Choir LAMBY’S BAR & RESTAURANT: Student and Industry Night Free Entry OLD HEPBURN HOTEL: Rory Ellis

THE SPHINX HOTEL: Carvery from $17.00

Monday October 7th BARWON CLUB HOTEL: $10 Parmis Capital Theatre: Jade Hurley ELEPHANT & CASTLE: $20 Steak & Drink night LORD NELSON HOTEL: Steak/Parmi & Pot for $15 on presentation of student I.D THE SPHINX HOTEL: 11 Meals for $11

Tuesday October 8th ELEPHANT & CASTLE: $20 Steak & Drink night GEELONG RSL: Steak Night $13 THE SPHINX HOTEL: 11 Meals for $11, Poker Night (free)

Wednesday October 9th BARWON CLUB: Me First and the Gimme Gimme’s BARKING DOG: Parmi Night from $13.90 BARWON HEADS HOTEL: Trivia Night from 7:30pm BEAVS BAR: Dave Anderson, Karaoke, Open Mic THE BRIDGE HOTEL (CASTLEMAINE): Open Mic CITY QUARTER BAR: 50% off Menu ELEPHANT & CASTLE: Trivia Night – great prizes from 8.30pm till 10.30pm GPAC: Phantom of the Opera GEELONG RSL: Parma & Pot Night $13 THE MAX HOTEL: $12 Steak Nights THE SPHINX HOTEL: Steak Night from $16, Poker Night ($10 buy in)

Thursday October 10th THE BARWON CLUB: My Band BARWON HEADS HOTEL: Open Mic Night w/ Dave Dorman, Masters of Dartness 8:30pm BAR PIZZA: Open Mic Night w/ Dave Dorman BEAVS BAR: Andy Forster Live BLACK HATT: Tradies Night in the Bar from 5pm till 7pm, Open Mic from 8pm with acoustic, bands, solos & duets

BRIDGE HOTEL: The Royal Jellies CITY QUARTER BAR: CQ Unplugged ELEPHANT & CASTLE: $20 Asahi Seafood & Chips Night EUREKA HOTEL: Tom Evans and many more GPAC: Phantom of the Opera THE MAX HOTEL: Parmi All Day All Night $12, InnQUIZitive Trivia from 7.30pm till 10.30pm, amazing prizes, call to book your team’s spot THE SPHINX HOTEL: Schnitzel Night from $13

Friday October 11th AT THE HEADS: Live music from 5pm till 7pm (Barwon Heads) BARKING DOG: Flashback Fridays with Live Band Barwon Club: Adalita THE BARWON HEADS HOTEL: Happy Hour 5-7pm BEAVS BAR: Hayden Scott BLACK HATT: Drink promos from 5pm till 7pm (free entry), Powerade (AC/DC Covers) THE BRIDGE HOTEL (CASTLEMAINE): Wolfmail The Capital: Bendigo Inventor Awards 2013 CITY QUARTER BAR: Friday Unwind with live music then DJ

EDGE GEELONG: Live music plus DJ ELEPHANT & CASTLE: Thank Guinness It’s Friday Gateway Hotel: Babba GPAC: Phantom of the Opera, Marina Prior THE GROVEDALE HOTEL: Trojan The Karova Lounge: Clowns plus guests THE LOFT: Sam Pyers and Lemon Bait THE MAX HOTEL: Adventure Playground Piping Hot Chicken Shop: Wayne Jury and Ali Penney with Tex Miller THEATRE ROYALE: The Perch Creek Family Jugband THE SPHINX HOTEL: Retro Ago-Go

Saturday October 12th BEAVS BAR: Rosco BRIDGE HOTEL (CASTLEMAINE): The Factory with Sonic Milf Castle The Capital: Alana Conway CITY QUARTER BAR: live music and DJ EDGE GEELONG: Live music and DJ ELEPHANT & CASTLE: Regular Boys GPAC: Phantom of the

Opera (2 Shows) THE GROVEDALE HOTEL: James Carrigg HOME HOUSE: Dan Ewing (Home and Away), DJ Reque (Downstairs) THE KAROVA LOUNGE: Adalita with Laura Jean Martians Cafe: Doc White THE MAX HOTEL: Moon Patrol THE OLD HEPBURN HOTEL: Cam Kettle (70s-00s Covers) Piping Hot Chicken Shop: Fiona Boyes with Watermelon Slim (USA)

Sunday October 13th BRIDGE HOTEL (CASTLEMAINE): Archer and the Long Gone Daddies COURTHOUSE ARTS: A Conversation in the Key of...

Dave Graney and Genghis Can’t Swim with Tim Neal EDGE GEELONG: Live music plus DJ ELEPHANT & CASTLE: Tiger Brown Geelong RSL: New Orleans Night Owls LAMBY’S BAR & RESTAURANT: Student & Industry Night (Free entry all night) w/ Live band & DJs in the Mainroom and Terrace OLD HEPBURN HOTEL:

Liz Stringer SPHINX HOTEL: Carvery from $17.00 TORQUAY HOTEL: Glenn Shorrock (Little River Band)

Monday October 14th BARWON CLUB HOTEL: $10 Parmis ELEPHANT & CASTLE: $20 Steak & Drink night LORD NELSON HOTEL: Steak/Parmi & Pot for $15 on presentation of student I.D THE SPHINX HOTEL: 11 Meals for $11

Tuesday October 15th BRIDGE HOTEL: Trivia Night hosted by Lifon from 7.30pm, free event THE CAPITAL: The Nutcracker ELEPHANT & CASTLE: $20 Steak & Drink night GEELONG RSL: Steak Night $13 THE SPHINX HOTEL: 11 Meals for $11, Poker Night (free)

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126 Pakington St. Geelong West

Cnr. Shorts Place. Geelong

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THE BASEMENT 159 159 Moorabool St. Geelong

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BEAVS BAR 77 Little Malop St. Geelong

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black hatt 54 Little Myers St. Geelong

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99 Ryrie St, Geelong

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11 Malop St. Geelong

331 Mair St. Ballarat

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RUMORS SLATE Pool Lounge 50 Little Ryrie St. Geelong

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TOAST 114 Moorabool St. Geelong

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the wool exchange ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX 44 Corio St. Geelong

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21 Malop St. Geelong

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Wednesday October 16th

Thursday October 17th

BARKING DOG: Parmi Night from $13.90 BARWON HEADS HOTEL: Trivia Night from 7:30pm BEAVS BAR: Andy Forster, Karaoke and Open Mic THE BRIDGE HOTEL (CASTLEMAINE): Open Mic CITY QUARTER BAR: 50% off Menu ELEPHANT & CASTLE: Trivia Night from 8.30pm till 10.30pm GEELONG RSL: Parma & Pot Night $13 GPAC: The Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis Show THE MAX HOTEL: $12 Steak Night THE SPHINX HOTEL: Steak Night from $16, Poker Night ($10 buy in)

BAR PIZZA: Open Mic Night w/ Dave Dorman BARWON HEADS HOTEL: Open Mic Night w/ Dave Dorman, Masters of Dartness BLACK HATT: Tradies Night in the Bar from 5pm till 7pm, Open Mic from 8pm with acoustic, bands, solos & duets CITY QUARTER BAR: CQ Unplugged ELEPHANT & CASTLE: $20 Asahi Seafood & Chips Night GPAC: The Dean and Jerry Lewis Show THE KAROVA LOUNGE: Horrorshow plus guests THE MAX HOTEL: Parmi All Day All Night $12, InnQUIZitive Trivia from 7.30pm till 10.30pm, amazing prizes, call to book your team’s spot THE SPHINX HOTEL: Schnitzel Night from $13 Theatre Royale: Eskimo Joe

SIMPLE PLAN written By Natalie Rogers / photo by Chapman Baehler

Festival fever is in the air and these French-Canadian pop punkers are feeling it too. “We should really be focusing on writing our new album, but when we heard that Warped Tour was coming up we wanted to go,” SP drummer Chuck Comeau revealed during a chat last week. “I’m sure every band you interview says ‘oh I love the place,’ but we’ll find any excuse to go to Australia!”

“We love the whole country - plus it’s going to be summer and I don’t think we’ve ever been in full summer. The one thing I want to do with Pierre [vocals] is go golfing – we’re both obsessed with it right now and we hear there are some amazing golf courses in Australia. I can’t wait to get onto the

course with him and try to beat him,” Chuck joked.

This year’s tour boasts numerous industry heavyweights. The Used, New Found Glory, Hatebreed and The Offspring, just to name a few.

Co-headlining the tour alongside The Offspring is an honour not lost on the guys.

“We all love The Offspring - they’re one of the first bands that made me want to form a punk band.

When we were young we’d watch snowboarding videos and their first record, Ignition, was always on the soundtrack - from there we discovered Pennywise, NOFX, Bad Religion, Lagwagon and Strung Out. They were a huge part of introducing us to that whole scene - that whole world of music that we fell in love with. It was truly a game changer for us. Since then we’ve had a chance to play with them, so we’re friends - it’s weird to say because they’re such idols to us.”

“An Australian band we love is Tonight Alive. They’re really awesome and when we had them on our tour

When&Where: Vans Warped – December 7. Venue TBA. two years ago they blew us away. Their new record is dope and the singer Jenna sang with us on the track ‘Jet Lag’ every night on the tour - so hopefully she’ll do that again. The Used are also amazing - I really enjoy them.”

So in the meantime, before all the fun starts, Simple Plan need to take care of business and make a start on the follow-up to their hugely successful fourth album ‘Get Your Heart On’.

“We start writing the new album in the next few days, so we’re really excited about that. Our last record revitalised the band in many way - it was one of the biggest albums we’ve had for years, especially in Australia. To get that kind of reception after fourteen years as a band is a bonus. It made us feel like we can still make the best record of our career - like we haven’t peaked,” Chuck laughed. “The next song we write could be the best song we ever wrote. So going into this album the direction feels really good - we’ve found what we want to do and although we’ll take some chances and try new things, I think we found a really good balance of up-tempo tracks, as well as our trademark slower stuff. Our fans love it and we love it. “ While Simple Plan has been known for years as a quintessential pop punk band, lately they have been in the spotlight for different reasons - their humanitarian work as part of the Simple Plan Foundation. Initially created with a focus on teen problems ranging from suicide to poverty to drug addiction, it now deals with a host of charities and causes across the globe. “The foundation started out very small and was inspired by our fans. Over

the years it has grown and we have raised over a million dollars. It’s pretty incredible and we are really blessed.”

Some of the organisations that have benefited from the SPF are The Children’s Wish Foundation, Kids Help Phone, and War Child Canada, RAAADD (Recording Artists, Actors, and Athletes against Drunk Driving), and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

“We had no idea how important the foundation would become to us and to others,” Chuck admitted.

“It was just our way to give back, and releasing ‘Save You’ for Pierre’s brother battling cancer was life changing.” The release of the single was in 2008 with a percentage of the downlands going to further research into non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

For their efforts - Chuck, Pierre, David (bass), Sebastian (rhythm guitar) and Jeff (lead guitar) have been awarded the Allan Waters Humanitarian Award at the Juno Awards (Canada’s version of the ARIAS), and more recently the Allan Slaight Humanitarian Spirit Award.

But the best part is that a portion of all Simple Plan merchandise at every gig goes to the foundation, so if you love Simple Plan, and want to make a difference - there are still tickets for the festival online - just search Vans Warped Tour Australia for more details and while you’re there check out simpleplanfoundation.com to see all the incredible initiatives they’re a part of to help disadvantaged youth and read about their recent trip to Vietnam to highlight and raise awareness about the reality of human trafficking. These guys are not your average pop punk pretty boys.

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The festival industry can be a gamble, so when in 2010 the inaugural Anglesea Music Festival took place, those involved could be forgiven for having the odd sleepless night. It turns out they needn’t have worried as 4500 festival attendees passed through the gates – doubling the town’s population. 2011 and 2012 fared even better, with over 5000 making their way to the little town on the Great Ocean Road.

So here we are again in 2013 with another musical feast just around the corner. The line-up is a ripper: Brian Cadd, Sandi Thom, Dallas Frasca, Damien Howard and The Ploughboys, The Shannon Bourne Trio, Jay Hoad, Cleveland Blues, The Little Stevies, The Glitter Gang, Oozin Blues, Sweethearts, Michael Waugh, Dan and Amy, The Dub Captains, Slim Dime and The Prairie Kings, Fraser A Gorman, Bowie Jane and Brooklyn Fines will be among those performing. You can enjoy a closer look at a handful of these artists as part of our feature.

Keeping things fresh, this year we will see a strong youth focus with the AMF hosting a Youth Entertainment Hub. Offering old fashioned carnival fun, this one is for the young and the young at heart. An LP Buskers Stage, a comedy section and a market offering goodies from arts and crafts to a multicultural food court ensure all your needs are taken care of.

A very cool feature of the festival is their Vanessa Bus and Streetsurfer Bus. At the Vanessa Bus you can receive a free breath test or just chill out. It is also a safe way to get home. The Streetsurfer Bus, meanwhile, is a joint initiative with Victorian Local Police.

Fitted out with wi-fi, PS3 and Wii and large flat screen monitors, the area provides an entertainment zone for young people. Youth workers will also be present for those looking to chat.

The Anglesea Music Festival takes place across October 18, 19 & 20. Ticket info and all the other answers to your questions can be found through angleseamusicfestival. com.au. Enjoy the music. Enjoy the sunshine.

Enjoy the moment. The journey continues...

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Brian Cadd

Sandi Thom

Dallas Frasca

Brian Cadd has been in the music game for longer than many readers would have been alive. Born in WA, he has squeezed a lot into hit forty-plus years in the game. He has performed in groups including The Groop, Axiom and Flying Burrito Brothers and has produced albums for Tina Arena, Glenn Shorrock and Broderick Smith. He has also composed or recorded for films including Alvin Purple and The Heartbreak Kid and written for groups including The Masters Apprentices and Little River Band. Cadd was inducted into the Aria Hall of Fame in 2007.

Born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, she is the gal who made an almighty splash with her song ‘I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker (With Flowers in My Hair)’.

Thom’s name became a topic of hot conversation in music circles thanks to her webcasts, but it was the aforementioned single that saw things take a massive leap forward. It finished off the year of 2006 as the UK’s fifth best selling single. In Australia it would spend ten weeks at the number one spot on the Aria Chart. To date she has released four albums, including 2012’s Flesh and Blood.

There are few who bring the rock the way Dallas Frasca brings the rock. Even Slash digs her tunes.

Often referred to as ‘Australia’s Queen of Roots’, Frasca’s career kicked off in 2006 when she won triple j’s Light Your Fuse competition, beating out some 500 entries. It is just one of her many accolades, which also include a third placing in the AAA category of the International Songwriting Competition and an Artist of the Year MusicOz Award.

She released her latest album, Sound Painter, last year. The album was recorded in New York.

keshie “High vibing happy music” is what keshie set out to play – which should fit in perfectly at AMF. Inspired by the street music of West Africa and putting their individual touch on it, the band played their debut gig in 2009. The good news for those heading to the Anglesea Music Festival is that festivals are where the band feels most alive: their high-energy percussive grooves inviting you to dance until you can’t dance no more. A good place to start with the band is their infectious single ‘Dancehall Girls’.

Grand Soul Audio Here’s hoping the AMF has a large stage because there are a fair few to accommodate with Grand Soul Audio. Out front you have two sensational and soulful vocalists who are backed up by a beefy band of saxophone, keys, guitar and rhythm section. The nine-piece motown/soul/funk band features ex-‘Sweethearts’ Ashleigh Watson and Georgia Van Etten. With enough oomph to kick-start a car, the band powers through tracks by James Brown, Joss Stone, Amy Winehouse, Aretha Franklin and The Brand New Heavies. You won’t want to miss their red-hot sounds.

The Little Stevies We’ve seen The Little Stevies in various forms over the year. They began as a trio in 2005 before becoming a quartet for a length of time.

Nowadays we see them switch from a five-piece to a duo. The thing that remains is the music. The sweet, sweet music. This month sees the release of their third full-length album, Diamonds for Your Tea. The album was recorded in between Beth finishing a Masters Degree and Byll becoming a mother. Nothing stands in their way of making music.

Having performed across Australia, Canada and the US, The Little Stevies work the stage effortlessly.

Jay Hoad

Spyndrift

Jay Hoad is a Fijiborn didgeridoo artist and stringed instrument virtuoso. The welltravelled songman spent years traipsing around the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, Fiji, India and North America learning all he could about music.

His adventurous spirit translates across to his music. See him on stage and you will see him surrounded by instruments including didgeridoo, dulcimer, dulsitar, cigar box guitar, wine box bass, weissenborn lap steel, harmonica, ocarina, djembe and percussion.

Lungs, hands and feet work as one to create highenergy tunes with a worldly feel.

“A Parisian den meets dub skank and runs away with the circus” is how we welcome Spyndrift. There is no-one quite like this band. The festival favourites, who took out top prize at the 2010 Vic Hunt Memorial Music Awards in Geelong, came to be in 2004, born out of the Otway Ranges with a passion for lavish music. Led by the delightful Elle Wood, the band is celebrated for their feel-good, make-you-wannadance vibe.

Check out singles ‘Like a Kyte’ and ‘Pandora’s Box’ and you get a feel for the band’s theatrics.

This is circusskank cabaret psychedelic dub.

Lovely!

Diehard Dolls

Glitter Gang

Oi, get a little fair dinkum rock ‘n’ roll in ya. Paying homage to the sounds of British, American and Australian rock circa 1969-’79, Diehard Dolls take the old and add a splash of new. Last year the band made Classic Rock Magazine’s Top 30 Videos for 2012, coming in at the highly respectable #13 spot. The band delivers an almighty set of material worthy of those who raise a fist in the air to sounds of AC/ DC, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Rose Tattoo.

Singer Lukey: “We got a ticket and we’re only goin’ one way.

Here comes the hurricane!”

People come and go when it comes to the nightlife scene. Perhaps they become too bored, or feel they’re too old.

But when it comes to Geelong, one thing remains: Glitter Gang. The cover band is a bit of a Geelong institution. Their beginnings stretch back many years to 1990 when four original members of the Gang, then playing in a band called The Finkers, decided to do a set of ’70s classics at the Eureka Hotel.

And as they say, the rest is history.

Groove away to the songs of The Sweet, Cheap Trick, ABBA, Skyhooks and many more.

“It’s Your Time”

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Marquee. V2Anglesea Hotel.

Hotel. V3-Bush Stage Marquee Marquee V4 LP Stage Stage V5 –Workshops. V6V6- Uber Uber Mama Mama V1-Sea Stage Marquee. V2- Anglesea Hotel. V3-Bush Stage Marquee V4 LP Stage V5 –Workshops. V6- Uber Mama

Session 1- Friday FRIDAY octOBER 18

The Buskers Competition Busker Stages will be at the forefront of creating a festival of merrymaking and feasting of the senses.

Arts Vic Busking stages built by Local Artists Cinnamon Stephens each have a unique set design and will be sprinkled throughout the festivities of the Village Green.

The buskers are voted by the festival attendees.

First Prize: Anglesea Fruitz $500 Second Prize: AMF $250.

Carnival Cut-Outs Created by local artist Karen Leeman to be a fun and memorable experience at the festival for all to enjoy.

LP Stage The exciting LP Stage will provide an alternative performance area outside of the main festival venues and will showcase a high calibre of performers.

Uber Mama Uber Mama is the fringe venue this year and will be offering a great performer session timetable along with a tasty menu, coffee on the go.

‘Kick Starter’

and Oxygen College Programs and projects Oxygen College together with AMF have incorporated an innovative program which has a focus on empowering creative people to gain the necessary skills to pursue a music industry career. Oxygen College utilize AMF as a stepping stone to developing careers, both in sound engineering, performance, music business and photography to gain hands on real time experience, training in a festival environment.

Laughing Matters AMF comedy segment will have the festival attendees in stitches. Bush Stage Marquee will showcase Comedy, adult performers and Youth Performers.

It will be an fully licensed venue on the Saturday Night for ‘Laughing Matters’ the comedy segment.

event info:

Friday 18 October to Sunday 20 October Angelsea

Hit angleseamusicfestival.com.au

Session 1Session 1- your tickets and for more info to get Friday Evening Session 1Friday Evening Friday Evening

Sea Sea Stage Stage Marquee Marquee 7.00 Sandi Thom Sea Stage 7.00 SandiMarquee Thom

8.10 McAlpines 7.00 Thom 8.10 Sandi McAlpines Fusiliers 8.10 McAlpines Fusiliers 9.30 Fusiliers Blues 9.30 Cleveland Cleveland Blues 10.50 Damien 9.30 Blues 10.50 Cleveland Damien Howard Howard The 10.50 & Damien Howard & The Ploughboys Ploughboys & The Ploughboys

Sea Sea Stage Stage Marquee Marquee 12.00 Slim and Sea Stage Marquee 12.00 Slim Dine Dine and

Kings 12.00 The SlimPrairie Dine and The Prairie Kings 1.10 The Prairie Kings 1.10 Spyndrift Spyndrift 2.20 1.10 Spyndrift 2.20 Sweethearts Sweethearts 3.40 Michael 2.20 3.40 Sweethearts Michael Waugh Waugh 4.40 Oozin Blues 3.40 Michael Waugh 4.40 Oozin Blues 5.45 Oxygen 4.40 Oozin Blues 5.45 The The Oxygen Project 5.45 College The Oxygen College Project Ammulite College Project Ammulite Crumtown Ammulite Crumtown Radio Radio Evangeline Crumtown Evangeline Radio Hyperverse Evangeline Hyperverse Isaac Hyperverse Isaac Wright Wright Jacinta Baum Isaac Wright Jacinta Baum Spiral Jacinta Baum Spiral Theory Theory Tayla Spiral Theory Tayla Haigh Haigh Weather King Tayla Haigh Weather King 8.20 Bowie Jane Weather King 8.20 Bowie Jane 9.30 Dallas 8.20 Jane 9.30 Bowie Dallas Frasca Frasca 11.00 Diehard Dolls 9.30 Frasca 11.00 Dallas Diehard Dolls 11.00 Diehard Dolls

Anglesea Anglesea Hotel Hotel 7.00 Dan Amy Anglesea Hotel 7.00 Dan & & Amy

Session 1- Friday

8.00 Waugh 7.00 Dan & Amy 8.00 Michael Michael Waugh 9.10 Jay Hoad 8.00 Michael 9.10 Jay HoadWaugh 10.20 Keshie 9.10 Hoad 10.20 Jay Keshie 11.30 Dallas 10.20 11.30 Keshie Dallas Frasca Frasca 11.30 Dallas Frasca

Bush Bush Marquee Marquee 6.50 Bush Surfcoast Marquee 6.50 Surfcoast

Secondary 6.50 Surfcoast Secondary College College 7.50 The Menagerie Secondary College 7.50 The Menagerie 8.35 7.50 Menagerie 8.35 The The Larson Larson Effect Effect 9.30 8.35 Larson Effect 9.30 The The Tiny Tiny Giants Giants 10.20 Altitude 9.30 Tiny Giants 10.20 The Altitude 11.10 The 10.20 11.10 Altitude The Grunes Grunes 11.10 The Grunes

Session 2Saturday SATURDAY octOBER 19 Session 2- Saturday

Anglesea Anglesea Hotel Hotel 12.00 Murdena Anglesea Hotel 12.00 Murdena

1.00 Sideshow 12.00 Murdena 1.00 The The Sideshow Brides 1.00 The Sideshow Brides 2.10 Mile Brides 2.10 Five Five Mile Town Town 3.30 Cleveland Blues 2.10 Mile Town 3.30 Five Cleveland Blues 4.40 Finest 3.30 Cleveland 4.40 Brooklyns Brooklyns Blues Finest 5.50 4.40 Brooklyns Finest 5.50 Sandi Sandi Thom Thom 7.00 Baker 5.50 Sandi 7.00 Cookie CookieThom Baker 8.10 7.00 Cookie Baker 8.10 Spyndrift Spyndrift 9.30 Arachnids 8.10 Spyndrift 9.30 The The Arachnids 11.00 The Glitter 9.30 11.00The TheArachnids Glitter Gang Gang 11.00 The Glitter Gang

Bush Bush Stage Stage Marquee Marquee 12.00 Bush Stage Marquee 12.00 The 12.00 The Oxygen Oxygen College College -Young The Oxygen College Young Guns Guns Cert Cert Cert III III Bands: Bands: Cert IV IV Bands: Bands: Young Guns The Revolution.

Bitter Process.

The Revolution.

Cert III Bands: Turn Out Turn Out The The The Revolution.

Lights.

Lights.

Turn Out The Daynight Daynight Lights.

Confusion.

Confusion.

Daynight Space Space Flower.

Flower.

Confusion.

Upon Upon Space Flower.

Serendipity.

Serendipity.

Upon Psycho Psycho Skiff.

Skiff.

Serendipity.

People with People with Psycho Skiff.

Puppets.

Puppets.

People with Capsacin.

Capsacin.

Puppets.

Bitter Cert IVProcess.

Bands: Chuck.

Chuck.

Bitter Process.

Nom. Nom. Chuck.

Phonetics.

Phonetics.

Nom. Revolution.

Revolution.

Phonetics.

Where’s Where’s Joss.

Joss.

Revolution.

Winter Winter Lies.

Lies.

Where’s Joss.

Winter Lies.

Capsacin.

6.30 6.30 Academy Academy of of Sweethearts 6.30 Academy of Sweethearts 7.15 One Sweethearts 7.15 Square Square One 8.15 COMEDY –– 7.15 One 8.15 Square COMEDY ‘Laughing Matters’ 8.15 COMEDY – ‘Laughing Matters’ Simon ‘Laughing Matters’ Simon Palomares Palomares Adam Simon Palomares Adam Rozenbachs Rozenbachs 9.50 The Adam 9.50 Rozenbachs The Little Little Stevies Stevies 11.00 Dub 9.50 Stevies 11.00 The Little Dub Captains Captains 11.00 The Dub Captains

Session 3-Sunday

Sea Sea Stage Stage Marquee Marquee 10.00 Gospel Morning Sea Stage Marquee 10.00 Gospel Morning

12.00 Hoad 10.00 Gospel Morning 12.00 Jay Jay Hoad 1.10 Grand Soul 12.00 Jay Hoad 1.10 Grand Soul Audio Audio 2.20 Damien Howard 1.10 Audio 2.20 Grand DamienSoul Howard & 2.20 Damien Howard & The The Ploughboys Ploughboys 3.40 & & TheThom Ploughboys 3.40 Sandi Sandi Thom & Shannon Borne 3.40 Sandi Thom & Shannon Borne 4.50 ShannonCeremony Borne 4.50 Closing Closing Ceremony 5.15 4.50 Closing Ceremony 5.15 Brian Brian Cadd Cadd 5.15 Brian Cadd

Session 3-Sunday SUNDAY octOBER 20 Session 3-Sunday

Anglesea Anglesea Hotel Hotel 12.00 Keshie Anglesea Hotel 12.00 Keshie

1.10 12.00 Keshie Bourne 1.10 Shannon Shannon Bourne 2.20 The Stevies 1.10 Shannon 2.20 The Little LittleBourne Stevies 3.30 Oozin Blues 2.20 The Little Stevies 3.30 Oozin Blues 3.30 Oozin Blues

Bush Bush Stage Stage Marquee Marquee 11.30 Rising Bush Stage Marquee 11.30 Rising Stars Stars

Segment 11.30 Rising Stars Segment The Crunch Segment The Crunch Tiffany Jade The Crunch Tiffany Jade Katherine Rigg Tiffany Jade Katherine Rigg Ice Burrito Katherine Ice Cream Cream Rigg Burrito Noah Vernon Ice Cream Burrito Noah Vernon Guy Perkins Noah Vernon Guy Perkins Flawed Peace Guy Perkins Flawed Peace Olivia Barron Flawed Peace& Olivia Barron & Brad Olivia Barron & Brad Mayes Mayes 2.30 Patrick Wilson Mayes 2.30 Brad Patrick Wilson 3.15 Wall 2.30 Patrick Wilson 3.15 Bad Bad Wall 3.15 Bad Wall

Uber Uber Mama Mama 5.30-7.00 Uber Mama 5.30-7.00

Banjo 5.30-7.00 Banjo & & Bean Bean Banjo & Bean

LP LP Stage Stage 12.00 Blues LP Stage 12.00 Blues With With That That 1.15 Piper 12.00 Blues With That 1.15 Imogen Imogen Piper 2.30 McGinlay 1.15 Imogen Piper 2.30 Hugh Hugh McGinlay 3.45 Pye 2.30 Hugh 3.45 Jamie JamieMcGinlay Pye 5.00 Coastal Pop 3.45 5.00 Jamie CoastalPye Pop Monkeys 5.00 Coastal Pop Monkeys 6.15 Moves Monkeys 6.15 Wild Wild Moves 7.30 6.15 WildDogs Moves 7.30 Two Two Dogs 7.30 Two Dogs

Workshops Workshops 12.00 Workshops 12.00 Wild Wild Moves Moves

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LP LP Stage Stage 12.00 Patrick LP Stage 12.00 Patrick Wilson Wilson 1.00 12.00 Patrick Wilson 1.00 P.H.D P.H.D 2.00 Tiffany 1.00 2.00 P.H.D Tiffany Jade Jade 3.00 Can’t 2.00 Tiffany Jade 3.00 Genghis Genghis Can’t Swim 3.00 Genghis Swim Can’t Swim Uber Uber Mama Mama 1.00 Levi Uber 1.00 Mama Levi Anderson Anderson 2.00 Imogen Piper 1.00 Levi Anderson 2.00 Imogen Piper 2.00 Imogen Piper

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The Anglesea Hotel Stage The Anglesea Hotel

The Sea Stage Marquee The Village Hub (Village Green)

Bush Stage Marquee Lions Park - Saturday Night 7pm- Late

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LP Open Stage Lions Park

Arts Vic Busker Stages Village Green

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Adalita written By Cameron Brogden

One of Geelong’s favourite children, Adalita is returning for her All Day Venus tour, supporting the album of the same name. It’s her second solo album since Magic Dirt went on their indefinite hiatus, and is a follow-up to her 2011 self-titled release. I caught up with Adalita a couple of weeks ago to talk about the tour and the new album.

Adalita was pretty excited to be playing in Geelong again. “Oh yeah, it feels great,” she said when I asked her how it felt. “I actually didn’t realise because I’ve just been so busy with so many things, and then when I saw the first place was the Barwon Club, ‘Oh fuck, that’s awesome!’ It was my hometown, and the Barwon Club was the place that I essentially started playing music in and started playing with bands and grew up basically. I spent my whole late teens, early-20s there playing music. It’s great.”

With a career as storied as Adalita’s, there are always a few favourite venues. “Magic Dirt played the Karova Lounge many times,” she recalled. “I’ve been drunk there many times, just diving into the crowd – all sorts of crazy stuff. I love the crew in Ballarat. They’re really great.”

And of course, there’s the big one: Melbourne’s iconic Corner Hotel. It’s enough to make anyone nervous. “I thought, ‘I can’t do The Corner, it’s too big’,” Adalita said, but soon changed her tune. “I’m gonna give it a burl, see how it goes. I think it’ll be great.”

It’s been two years since Adalita released an album

Me First and the Gimme Gimmes written by Tex Miller

The evolution of the supergroup has developed quite extensively over the years. Although only together for a couple of years, many classic songs have come through these groups: ‘Sunshine of your Love’ by Cream is one such example that comes to mind upon thinking about it.

One band to push the notion of the ‘short career of the supergroup’ is California’s own Me First and the Gimme Gimmes (MFATGG). Since 1995, the band has released a stack of music, in downtime from other endeavours. Featuring members of NOFX, No Use for a Name and Lagwagon, MFATGG have recorded and released a stack of music over their career, most recently 2011’s Sing in Japanese. Ahead of their national tour, I got the opportunity to sit down with guitarist Eric Melvin before they hit the stage of the Barwon Club on October 9th.

The tour, which takes in dates all around the country including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, is showcasing new material from the forthcoming album that the band is currently working on. “It’s currently a very exciting time for us in Me First because we’re working on a new record which should hopefully by out by the end of the year, and we are excited to get that out to our fans all across the world. At the moment, there hasn’t been much room to breathe because everything is getting in the way of itself. We’ve all been on tour with our different bands and been getting ready to come to Australia.”

so I asked her what she had been up to. “We were just working on this album really,” she said. “Just writing, recording, mixing – it’s just been my whole world pretty much. And it’s coming out soon, so yeah, it’s pretty much all I’ve been doing.”

Next I asked her about the writing process. “When I first started writing … I always write, I just sit down in a room, usually a rehearsal room, or my bedroom, just pick up a guitar and start strumming to see what comes out,” she explained. “This record was a bit different because I wrote all the parts – the drums, the bass, the piano, the strings, everything. I’ve never done that before. I spent a lot of time on my own, right up until auditioning people to the band for the recording. So it was a very solitary process, very different from Magic Dirt where it was a group thing.”

We moved to the recording process. “Recording was great. It was really intense. It was in Melbourne with Lindsay Gravina, the ‘fifth member’ of Magic Dirt.

We’ve recorded pretty much all our records with him,” she said. “He got the best out of me.”

Adalita will be playing in Geelong, Ballarat and Melbourne this month, so you should really make the effort to get to one of her shows and hear her new album in person.

When&Where: The Barwon Club, Geelong – October 11; The Karova, Ballarat – October 12; The Corner, Melbourne – October 13

Within talking to Eric for a couple of minutes, I can assure you that the show at the Barwon Club is going to be very spontaneous and unpredictable.

Renowned for their unique dress sense over the years, which has seen the band dress in drag and as cowboys with stellar handlebar moustaches, MFATGG is in discussion about their wardrobe for the current tour.

“Every time we head out on the road we have developed costumes to wear on stage. Playing shows is great, but to give the audience a truly unforgettable night, costumes never go astray. We haven’t decided on what this tour will entail, and I think it will be surprising for both punters and ourselves as well,” Eric said.

The lead guitarist of Me First is none other than Chris Shiflett, who is better known for his work with the Foo Fighters. When the concept to record new material was devised, they set to work in the now infamous Sound City Studios which has seen many artists record there in its fifty-year history including Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, Neil Young, Guns N’ Roses and Nirvana to name just a few. Having joined the ’Gimmes a couple of records ago, Eric is very excited about joining in on the sessions for the album.

“They asked me to join in on the sessions and I couldn’t really say no, could I? Walking into Sound City is an experience within itself. I saw the biggest wall of equipment that you would ever hope to see – hundreds of amps, guitars and classic records on the wall. It was a very inspiring experience to be recording in such a hallowed space,” Eric said.

As one of the founding members of NOFX, upon asking about the longevity of the band after thirty years together, Eric hinted that NOFX might return to our shores sometime in 2014. In the meantime, be sure to catch this all star line-up whilst they’re in town.

When&Where: The Barwon Club, Geelong – October 9

Terror written By Natalie Rogers

“Every time we come to Australia we go to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane, even though we’ve seen it before and held the koalas before.

We want to do it as much as we can while we have the opportunity.” Not exactly what you’d expect to hear from L.A. hardcore punk band Terror, but from what guitarist Martin Stewart tells me, Australia is one of their favourite places on earth.

“We try to make the most of everything; we don’t take it for granted that we’re travelling around the world.

We all love going to the beach, and I’ve just started surfing so I look forward to trying out my skills at any beach in Australia.”

They’ll be here at the perfect time to catch a few rays on the back end of summer as part of 2014 Soundwave Festival, and in between catching waves Martin and the guys are keen to catch some of the festival drawcards.

“Everyone in the band has different musical tastes, but for me personally I’m super excited for Megadeth.

They’ve been one of my favourite bands since I was a young kid,” Martin recalls. “Same with Alice in Chains – they’re in my top five bands of all time. I can’t believe that not only do I get to watch them, because I’ve never seen them before, but I get to basically play a show with them!

“Also, we have friends that are on the tour like Trash Talk and Your Demise. But what I’m most looking forward to is meeting and playing with bands that we would never play with in a million years and

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When&Where: Soundwave @ Flemington Racecourse – February 28 getting the opportunity to form new friendships with people that wouldn’t be likely under different circumstances.”

2013 sees the release of Terror’s fifth studio album Live by the Code, an album that had record companies falling over themselves to release. “We had the whole album recorded before we decided to have Victory put it out. The whole process was in our hands; together we worked on every single part of

that record. Some bands don’t care, they just let the label decide what the layout is or what magazine it’s going to be in, but we love to take as much control as possible and it worked out really well.” LBTC is their most commercially successful release to date.

Terror is a band with a fiercely loyal underground following and is known for their liberal attitude at shows, with lead singer Scott Vogel inviting members of the heaving circle pit on stage to run amok. “There’s

always going to be the underground because they don’t need the music industry to survive. There are no rules at our shows – I don’t think there should be a division between the band and the audience. If you want to jump on stage you’re more than welcome to, because you’re just as much a part of this as we are.

The people that are there to see the show are just as important as the people playing the music, so they should be able to do whatever they want.”

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Joey Cape & Brian Wahlstrom

Last year the punk rock community said goodbye to No Use for a Name frontman Tony Sly. Tony joined the band at the end of the 1980s as an eighteen-year-old. He would serve the band through eight studios albums, releasing a couple of solo albums along the way. His final show for No Use for a Name took place at the D-Tox Rockfest in Montebello, Quebec on June 15, 2012. His final solo show would take place on July 29, 2012 in Gainesville, Florida.

He would die in his sleep on July 31, 2012 at the age of 41. The music world was left reeling. NOFX lead singer Fat Mike, aka Mike Burkett, said: “One of my dearest friends and favourite songwriters has gone away too soon. Tony, you will be greatly missed.” This month, punkbrother-in-arms Joey Cape, along with Brian Wahlstrom (who plays in Scorpio alongside Cape), will perform a very special tribute show in Ballarat. Cape is best known as the frontman of Lagwagon, a fellow Californian punk rock band that shares a long history with No Use for a Name.

Tony Sly and Joey Cape released two acoustic split albums together, Acoustic (2004) and Acoustic: Volume 2 (2012). The Karova, Ballarat – October 25. *Note: Tony’s final show, which he shared with Joey Cape, is available for viewing through YouTube. .........................................................................

Boy Oh Boy It’s The Cactus Channel

How many friends would you consider yourself as having?

And how many of these friends would you consider friendly enough to make music with? For The Cactus Channel the number is ten; ten hugely talented folks that play soul, baby – but not as you know it. The Australian puts it as well as anyone, saying: “Propelled by a hot-to-trot, James Brown-influenced rhythm section ignited by fiery lead guitar and stoked by a female-loaded brass quintet, the Cactus Channel powers along like an embryonic version of the Meters or the Dap Kings.” The band is currently on the road, slowly winding up their tour in support of their sophomore release, Wooden Boy. The album features the single ‘Wooden Boy (Part 3)’, complete with a video clip from the mind of renowned comic artist Ben Montero.

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Jae Laffer Goes Solo

Following a successful Pozible campaign, Jae Laffer, he of The Panics, released his debut solo album last month.

Titled When the Iron Glows Red, the album has already received some very kind words. Laffer formed The Panics with Drew Wootton while the pair was still at high school.

The band would become a favourite not only locally but abroad, with the UK in particular jumping on the group.

They have received several awards including an ARIA, a J Award and numerous WAMi awards. When taking to Pozible, Laffer wrote: “In a window of opportunity between albums with my group The Panics, I’m about to record what I think will be a benchmark record for myself and an opportunity to branch out on an exciting new musical path.” Fret not, the band is still together; this is just another path on Laffer’s musical journey. The Loft, Warrnambool – October 19. .........................................................................

Gallie and a touch of the Irish

Located on the Lorne Road at the foothills of the Otway Ranges, Martians Café is a little slice of music heaven.

Music lovers have a lot to look forward to over the coming weeks, and a standout is Irish-born songman Gallie. Born in Dublin, Gallie has spent years gigging all over the world, including Europe, Canada, Mexico and Asia. A wandering soul, Gallie spent years living, surfing and painting in a small fishing village on an island off the coast of Africa, followed by a time on the side of a snowy mountain in the French Alps. 2012 was a year of change. His song ‘Change of Heart’ was a semi-finalist in the prestigious ISC songwriting competition, and he also made the move to our fair country. He has supported names including KT Tunstall, Newton Faulkner, Damien Rice and Glen Hansard. His new single is ‘Sailin’ In’. Martians Café, Deans Marsh – October 5.

Mannik Lose Their Way

It’s short notice, but if you’re in the Bendigo area tomorrow night, that being October 4, then you may want to swing by the Music Man Megastore for a round of Mannik. The four-piece derive their name from ‘Manic’, something they elaborated on in an interview with music blogger Robex Lundgren earlier in the year: “The band name was conceived by myself and Alex when we were hanging out at our old rehearsal space.

As we had to change it from Sanity, due to a music store going under the same name ... The word ‘Manic’ fitted well with our approach to success in this industry, so the next logical thing was to find a variation that fit.” The band hasn’t always had an easy run of it, yet they have persevered. Keep an eye out for their album Lost Until There’s Nothing Left. Again folks, that’s the Music Man Megastore, Bendigo, tomorrow night, October 4. .........................................................................

Red Hot Summer Tour 2014

The Red Hot Summer Tour is on its way again with another line-up of scorching summer tunes. Kicking off the New Year in style, the 2014 edition of the event will welcome Suzi Quatro, The Angels, Black Sorrows, Shannon Noll and Russell Morris. Known as breaking the barrier for women in rock music, Suzi Quatro has sold over fifty million albums. Influenced by Elvis Presley, Quatro received formal training in piano and guitar; however it was the bass which would see her rule supreme. With a take no prisoners attitude, Quatro would churn out hit after hit, including ‘Can the Can’, ’48 Crash’, ‘Devil Gate Drive’ and ‘Wild One’. Russell Morris has been performing since the mid-’60s and is perhaps best known for his hit ‘The Real Thing’, which was added to the National Film and Sound Archives Sounds of Australia Registry this year. North Gardens, Ballarat – February 1.

The Black Hearts of Bonjah Welly, welly, welly, it seems that the lads of Bonjah are at it again. The New Zealand-born outfit calls Australia home these days, and that’s okay by us: Glenn Mossop, Regan Lethbridge, David Morgan and Dan Chisholm are all charming enough in their own right, but put together they prove too hard to resist.

So, what is the reason for this latest venture? That would be their new single, ‘Blue Tone Black Heart’.

Jan Skubiszewski was at the helm for the recording, so you know it was in good hands. Earlier this year the band took to triple j to record a cover of fellow New Zealander (yes, they are still New Zealand boys at heart) Lorde’s ‘Royals’, which has clocked up over 250,000 views. Point Lonsdale School Hall Saturday and October 12 Torquay Hotel January 3, 2014.

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Ellis, Chisel & Williams

“Gram Parsons is long dead, but those with a taste for LA country might sense the return of the Grievous Angel in this singer.” That is theguardian writing about Robert Ellis in an article last year, a singer-songwriter with a country heart who makes up one third of a fantastic trio of artists set to tour Australia from next month. He was in town not too long ago supporting mate Justin Townes Earle and seemed to make a pretty good impression on Australia. Another round was inevitable. Co-headlining the run of shows is Cory Chisel, the leader of Americana cum folk-rock outfit Cory Chisel & The Wandering Sons.

Finally, warming things up you have Marlon Williams. The former New Zealander now calls Australia home. This is sure to be a gig filled with earthy and soulful music and stories. Theatre Royal, Castlemaine – November 16. .........................................................................

Riverboats Music Festival 2014

In its short life, the Riverboats Music Festival has become an event loved by many a man, woman and child. Set in the twin-towns of Echuca-Moama, the laidback event takes place under towering red gums in a natural amphitheatre next to the Murray. This will be the festival’s third outing, and with glowing reviews for its previous two efforts, something special was needed for sweet number three. Lining up next year you have The Cat Empire, Tim Finn, Ian Moss, Paul Dempsey, Don Walker, The Basics, Dan Kelly’s Dream Band, Wagons, Thelma Plum, Tinpan Orange, Mojo Juju, Sweet Jean and Liz Stringer. Festival Producer David Frazer: “We are so excited to once again be presenting some of the most celebrated names in Australian music on the banks of our most famous river. As one of Australia’s more boutique regional music events, in just two short years Riverboats has developed a passionate following amongst music fans who were looking for something a little different. With our single stage, small audience capacity and inexpensive ticket price, Riverboats provides the perfect excuse to escape the big smoke for a weekend.” Echuca-Moama – February 14-16. A highlight of the festival, other than the great music of course, is the Official Festival Breakfast. For further information on that one and everything else you need to know, take a squizz at riverboatsmusic.com.au.

The Year of Talisa Jobe It’s been a cracking year for songwoman Talisa Jobe: she kicked off the year with a spot at the Riverboats Music Festival alongside artists including Clare Bowditch, Archie Roach and Gossling and she also released her debut EP. The Melbourne gal, who used to travel under the moniker TJ, picked up the guitar at the age of 12. Over the past couple of years her strength as a songwriter and performer have grown, something backed up by her EP reviews. Tone Deaf reviewer Simon J. Burns wrote: “Capturing attention from the very outset with her impressively technical, harmonic hammering guitar style, Jobe wrings just about every last drop out of her guitar ... This guitar carries her voice, which is full of honesty as it weaves its way through blues, rock, and soul.

There is an edge to her vocals, which overflow with feeling. It’s almost as if she has to sing, like she would explode if she didn’t.” Big Hill Vineyard – October 27.

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We have seen a handful of fantastic showcase events this year, but the countdown to the main event is on. For those who are not quite up to speed, or if you simply need a refresher, the 2013 edition of the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival welcomes Alanna & Alicia Egan, Alister Turrill, Anchor & the Butterfly, Andrea Marr Band, Benny Walker, Carus Thompson, Cass, Claude Hay, Collard Greens & Gravy, Doc White, Foghorn Stringband, Genevieve Chadwick, Hailey Calvert, Joel English, Josh Owen, King Of The North, Lloyd Spiegel, Luke Owens, Michelle Meehan, Mike Elrington, The Resonators, Shaun Kirk and Uke Joint Jumpers. And if you think that is a mouthful, try checking out the full line-up. The third BB&RMF will take place across November 7, 8, 9 & 10.

Pay a visit to bendigobluesandroots.com.au for further information.

Inaugural Phoebe Festival The sun is shining a little brighter these days, so why not head out for a little road trip? You get a little sun, some time with friends, and it is all for a great cause. The inaugural Phoebe Festival is taking place at the Kilmore Racing Club this weekend, October 4 & 5, with a cracking line-up of artists, with money raised going to support the music and play therapy program at The Royal Children’s Hospital. On October 4 you have Sidelines, Cola Wars and Stonefield lining up, while October 5 you have Ella Hooper, Bonjah, El Moth, The Sinking Teeth, Calling All Cars and the mighty Tim Rogers. The Phoebe Festival has been put together by the wonderful team at the Phoebe Foundation, as well as many local businesses. The foundation was started in memory of courageous Phoebe, who sadly passed away in September of 2012 from complications due to a congenital heart defect.

She was only three. Each year, 1 in 100 babies born in Australia will have a congenital heart defect. The mission of the Phoebe Foundation is to provide funds for music and play therapy for the Cardiac and Intensive Care Units at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. If you want to learn more about the foundation or donate, please visit thephoebefoundation.com. au. As for the Phoebe Festival, great music is one thing, a greater cause is something else altogether.

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Twin Beasts Give Love a Bad Name The music world is full of musos who have changed their name. Close to home one such band is The Toot Toot Toots who changed their name to Twin Beasts earlier in the year.

At the time they said: “We found out that the word ‘Toot’ was being lost in translation. In a number of counties the word was widely being interpreted as ‘fart’. It was actually the first thing people thought of when they heard the word ‘toot’. Despite this being pretty funny, we decided that it would be best for us to move on with a new name.” Anyway, the band name may have changed but they remain the same band many have fallen in love with. Under their fierce new moniker, the band has given us new single, ‘Badlove’. The single serves as the title track for their forthcoming album, expected for release February 2014. The Barwon Club, Geelong – October 4 & The Bridge, Castlemaine – November 8.

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Others still, it is the atmosphere of race day: the sounds, the fashion, the excitement. With the football season over for another year and The Ashes still a few pitch-lengths away, the Spring Racing Carnival fills the void with the thundering sounds of hooves, the clinking of champagne, tickets being torn and The Sport of Kings.

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Emirates Melbourne Cup

OCT 3 Spring Racing Launch

It’s the race that stops the nation. Every year, on the first Tuesday of November, the greatest thoroughbreds from the world over descend upon Flemington for the Emirates Melbourne Cup. Raced over 3200m, it is the richest prize in Australian sport.

Money aside, the winner receives a far higher accolade: a name cemented in history. 2012 winner: Green Moon.

OCT 5 Turnbull Stakes Day Cohuna Car Sales & Machinery Gunbower Gold Cup K & J Baker Murtoa Cup

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Jayco Bendigo Cup Wednesday, October 30

Regarded as central Victoria’s social and sporting event of the year, the Jayco Bendigo Cup is the culmination of around 25 racing meetings put on by the Bendigo Jockey Club. Run over a distance of 2400m, it is now an important qualifying race for the Melbourne Cup. 2012 winner: Puissance De Lune. Something Extra: Sidetrack’d featuring Ivan Gough, Didier Cohen and Joel Fletcher.

Sportingbet Geelong Cup Wednesday, October 23

One of the premier cups held outside of Melbourne, the Sportingbet Geelong Cup dates back to 1873. Raced over a distance of 2400m, the Geelong Cup’s reputation has been enhanced having produced two Melbourne Cup winners in Americain and Dunaden. 2012 winner: Gatewood. Something Extra: Imogen Brough singing the National Anthem.

Echuca Melbourne Cup Tuesday, November 5

A very popular alternative to the Melbourne Cup is the Echuca Melbourne Cup Days Races. Held on the same day as the main event, the Echuca Melbourne Cup has all the races and fashion to mix with the best of them. Something Extra: A big screen TV so you don’t miss the action of the big race.

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Sunday, November 24

The Ballarat Turf Club boasts one of provincial Victoria’s finest racetracks. Hosting an average of 30 events a year, the Sportsbet Ballarat Cup is the cream of the crop. Raced over a distance of 2200m, the Ballarat Cup is the final feature event of the Victorian Spring Racing Carnival. 2012 winner: King Diamond. Something Extra: A generous selection of race day packages.

OCT 6 Benalla Toyota Gold Cup Patties Food Bairnsdale Cup OCT 12 BECK Caulfield Guineas Day Agfarm Manangatang Cup OCT 13 TAB Cranbourne Cup Day Phoebe Foundation Race Day Kilmore OCT 16 Schweppes Thousand Guineas Day OCT 19 Blue Pyrenees Avoca Cup BMW Caulfield Cup Day OCT 20 Darley Seymour Cup Day OCT 25 Wangaratta Seniors Race Day OCT 26 B & M Macklin Ariens Gravely St Arnaud Cup Sportingbet

Cox Plate OCT 27 Centrebet Hamilton Cup Eastcoast Plumbtec Sale Cup Day NOV 1 Spring Carnival Racing at Wodonga NOV 2 AAMI Victoria Derby Day Healesville Picnic Races Moyne Shire Mortlake Cup Day Elders Mt. Wycheproof Cup Day NOV 5 Mildura Melbourne Cup Day Stawell Melbourne Cup Day NOV 6 NMIT Kyneton Cup NOV 7 Crown Oaks Day NOV 9 Emirates Stakes Day Sportingbet Ballan Cup NOV 10 NMIT Ararat Gold Cup TAB Werribee Cup Visit springracingcarnival. com.au for a more comprehensive rundown.

A TIP OF THE HAT $

Last year some 26 million dollars was spent on hats, dresses and accessories during the Spring Racing Carnival. Now, I am a man of simple tastes, so that to me sounds frackin’ insane. But I get my fashion advice from 1980s sitcoms, so who am I to judge?

Anyway, from what I can ascertain from sitting atop my cynical Throne of Judgement, is that men get-up in shiny suits and women wear ridiculous hats. And how you look at the beginning the day is about a thousand miles from how many will look at the end of the day.

I understand the spectacle of the day: I just don’t understand fashion. If I was part of the fashion police, I would be gunned down like Peter Weller. The only thing I remember is apparently blue and green should never be seen. Unless you’re algae. So dress up, enjoy the day and smash that $26 million.

Time is of the Essence

His Mother Was a Mudder

It’s going to be big day so you’re going to want to make sure you give yourself enough time. It is recommended that racegoers enter Flemington via the Dynon Road – Kensington Road – Hobsons Road route. Those travelling from the CBD to Flemington should expect heavy traffic delays. Delays at Ascot Vale Road at the railway gates can also be expected due to an increase in train frequency.

So, you’re thinking of laying a bet? Good news: horse betting is easy. That is why there are so many people out there selling you their ‘Can’t Fail’ systems.

So, here is an equally useless ‘Can’t Fail’ system; unless it works, in which case you owe me money.

Questions? We Have the Answers It’s a big racing season, but the main drawcard, the Melbourne Cup, is where we turn our focus.

It is a fully ticketed event, so make sure you purchase your ticket beforehand. Gates for the Melbourne Cup open at 8.30am. Restaurants and marquees open one hour before the first race.

Proof-of-age wristbands will be required for all people purchasing alcohol. Wristband marquees will be located at turnstile and bar entry points. Proper ID must be presented in order to get a wristband.

Members and visitors to the Members’ area must abide by the dress regulations as outlined on the Victoria Racing Club’s website. It is recommended all those who attend Flemington use the dress regulations as a guideline.

Cloakrooms are available for no charge.

For those making it a family day you are covered.

At the end of the Undercroft, opposite the winning post, is a family area. Craft, outdoor activities and pony rides will feature. There is also an alcohol-free zone near the Mounting Yard, via the Public Lawn. Baby changing and feeding areas are also available.

ATMs and EFTPOS facilities are located at various sites.

Your best bet is to visit melbournecup.com for a comprehensive rundown of everything you need to know about the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

The Numbers Game…

Of the past 10 winners, six have worn even numbers; four odd. Of those sporting even numbers, four have won the race when in an even year. Of those sporting odd numbers, three have won when in an odd year.

The numbers ‘4’ and ‘12’ are the most successful with eleven wins apiece. Number ‘1’ has nine wins (the last being Makybe Diva in 2005), number ‘8’ eight wins and number ‘11’ 7 wins. TAB numbers ‘4’ and ‘6’ have won four of the last 15 Cups. TAB numbers to only win one Cup are ‘26’, ‘28’ and ‘39’. TAB numbers to win two Cups are ‘7’, ‘16’, ‘18’, ‘21’, ‘23’ and ‘25’.

17 winners of the Cup have worn black as their main colour – though the last was in 1956. Navy blue and royal blue account for 15 wins. Four- and five-year-old horses have won the race 43 times apiece. In the past 12 years, 6 six-year-olds have won, including last year’s winner Green Moon.

Only two eight-year-olds have won the cup.

My Pick: A choice between the horse carrying number ‘1’ or ‘11’, and if one of those horses has black or blue as their main colour and is age four or five years, cha-ching! Of course, I have no idea who is racing so good luck with that.

For those in need of a tip or two, racingfashion.com.au is Australia’s most comprehensive racing fashion website.

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fashion written By Dani Shaw

We’re on the eve of the Spring Racing Carnival and Wednesday, October 23rd sees Geelong hold its annual Group 3 Thoroughbred horse race. Amidst the beer bellies, boozed-up bogans and badly tanned limbs will be head-turning spectacles of seasonally dressed success and more than a few insufferable fashion faux-pas. The following guide will ensure you’re one of the former, so read on. Wisely.

Remembering less is more, and a few words once spoken by Coco Chanel: consider taking one thing off before leaving the house.

and Dion Lee have all shown prints on their 2013 spring/summer collections in athletic cuts and often fabricated from neoprene, following the current sporteflux trend.

Before outlining what trends are hot – and just as importantly what cuts, prints, and fabrics are not – it’s crucial to understand a few do’s and don’ts for every spring meet. Do come prepared for the weather. Pack a handbag-sized umbrella if need be. Apply long-wearing make-up to minimise touch-ups and reapplication (investing in a primer for the day is wise). Opt for a comfortable shoe with a heel that allows you to nail your swagger. Ensure new shoes are worn in before the meet as blisters are unsightly on a race day fashionista and going barefoot is unheard of. A muddy walk of shame after a few chardonnays is also an open invitation for photographers.

Derby Day, with its monochrome dress code, requires entirely different considerations. Chanel and Dior runways had a penchant for structured black and white pantsuits this year which pair well with the classic, glamorous Fedora. Nathan says monochrome will be a huge trend throughout the Spring Carnival in several classic patterns: “Marc Jacobs had quite a sixties monochrome runway, with stripes and houndstooth cheque.”

Girls, we all know mani’s and pedi’s perfect an outfit and in terms of nail colour, white is the new black this season. OPI have a great range with ‘My Vampire is Buff’ and ‘Don’t Burst My Bubble’ being spot on selections.

Finally, remember your race day essentials and bring a clutch or handbag big enough to hold them. Dry shampoo and a comb are must haves, a pen’s handy for the punters and pocket mirrors are a girl’s best friend.

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Spring Carnival fashion is synonymous with elegance and class.

Hemlines shouldn’t climb above the knee and when they do, local stylist and fashion designer Nathan Cahir suggests wearing a sleeve to “balance it out”. Nathan has designed the headpiece for Shay Rowbottom, this year’s face of the Geelong Cup, as well as those for several of the meet’s Fashions on the Field judges. Nathan predicts separates to be popular this season and their prevalence on Dolce and Gabbana, Giambattista Valli and Balenciaga spring/summer runways is good evidence.

Skirt and top combinations provide longevity and value for money in that they’re able to be re-matched and worn to numerous events outside the racing calendar. Calf-length hemlines in both hobble and circle skirts were popular on European runways this season, as was head to toe solid colour which makes a bold statement while lengthening the body and keeping the silhouette clean. Print is still popular but designers Nicholas, Josh Goot

Whether monochrome, mirrored or metallic, a lady’s accessories – her handbag or clutch, shoes, and headpiece – are of utmost importance. Accessories have the difficult task of tying together each element of an outfit to co-exist harmoniously. Hats and fascinators should match a lady’s bag rather than shoes, and shoes must enhance the dress or two-piece. Nathan believes the key is wearing something unexpected as this can give life to an otherwise somber outfit such as a little black dress. Nathan’s own creations were inspired by novelty workers, particularly radical milliner Steven Jones, who has created hats for the catwalk shows of leading couturiers such as John Galliano and Vivienne Westwood.

Finally, Nathan urges ladies to “keep things flattering and stay true to your personal style. Being comfortable is more important than being on trend and confidence is the key”.

A Footnote for the Boys Accessories are just as important for the lads. A polka-dot handkerchief or patterned tie can transform a man from dull to dapper on race day. Checkered shirts are on trend, as are boldly coloured jackets or trousers, but not simultaneously.

Orange hues are in season, as are reds, but blues are unbeatable. Leather lace-ups with rounded toes are hot, and there’s nothing worse than a baggy blazer or short trousers.

Make sure it all fits gents because size really does matter!

Glitter Gang written By tex miller

From jamming in his mate’s bedroom with tennis racquets to some of the biggest stages around the region, Grant, or Barry Glitter as he is better known from Glitter Gang, has experienced the true rock and roll lifestyle over the past twenty years.

Their upcoming run of dates includes shows at the Barwon Club, Anglesea Music Festival and Lamby’s on Geelong Cup Day. Talking respectively about the band’s career, one recent highlight has been being involved with the ABC’s Exhumed band competition, of which Glitter Gang will be featured on a four-part series to be shown on the television through November.

The Jim Beam Lambys Geelong Cup After Party The Jim Beam Lambys Geelong Cup After Party will start at 4pm at Lambys. The day will commence with the usual bus pickup – look for the buses with the massive Lambys logos. These will take you for free to the Geelong Cup for a day of racing. Afterwards, keep your eye out for

To be a part of the competition within its inaugural year has been an interesting experience due to the relaxed environment of the organisational process, as Grant relates.

“The competition was run through all of the ABC regional radio stations and we were lucky enough to win the Melbourne heat and one of 44 finalists. The live final is in Sydney, and we are still in the running for that. In a way we have been guinea pigs for this project, but it has been a fantastic experience, giving the band a new lease of life.”

belts has changed a bit as band members have come and gone, but you are always guaranteed a good time at our shows.”

Formed out of The Finkers, a heavy rock-punk group in 1990, Glitter Gang has over the years made the Barwon Club their home away from homes. After a recommendation to play a few 70s covers, the band set to work, and looking back now twenty-two years later, Grant is very pleased with the efforts of Glitter Gang and informs me that, in 2013, the band is stronger than it ever has been.

For the first time in twenty years, Glitter Gang is playing a ‘homecoming’ show at the Lamby’s after party as a conclusion to the Geelong Cup on the 23 rd of October. “It’s a big day for everybody involved. To be playing at the after party is just fantastic. We’ve haven’t played there in something like twenty years, and we haven’t been able to really organise a show there until this one. I think there are two of us in the current line-up that have played there previously. It’s bound to be a huge night and a welcome return to the venue. Come on down to see us in full flight.”

“In the early days, we saw a 60s band playing around the traps and they became very big – but that only lasted a couple of years. We thought that our run may only be five years because the people of that generation would stop going out to pubs and watching live music. The music of that time has since come full circle and we’ve got another generation appreciating our music and what we do. The repertoire we have under our

Starting out as an original band in The Finkers, the decision to play covers allowed for the group to immediately play in twice the amount of venues than they were able to previously. Over the years, most of the band rooms have been replaced with pokies, and although in Grant’s mind there is a demand for live music, there is unfortunately not enough venues to cater for it.

When&Where: Wednesday October 23 at Lamby’s Geelong Cup After Party

these same buses, they will take you back to Lambys where you can party the night away. Free entry to Lambys will be given to all attendees when showing their race admission tickets, then it’s either down stairs for some pre-Glittergang show drinks, which starts at 7pm. Or head up to the Jim Beam Bar in the Gallery where there will be a DJ pumping.

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Always seek out the tips of an apparent 'expert', either that or the tips of a degenerate uncle who claims he has a bunch of hot tip's will do just fine.

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Arrive at the morning meeting point and confidently declare that the 'hot tips' you have are pretty much 'sure things' and react with pessimism toward anyone else who claims to also have hot tips.

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Never lose your ticket, I did it once after a win in race 1 at the Geelong Cup and it ruined my day, going up to the TAB attendant and pleading "remember me, I was here 25 minutes ago, I put $10 on number 5”, does not work, even if they remember you; you can’t collect without a ticket.

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Pick your method of picking a horse, whether it’s by name, number, colours or a mates tip pick it and don't change.

Always back in your original tip, don't change your mind as you go to place the bet, the horse you were going to originally pick will ALWAYS win in that situation. Always back in your original tip, don't change your mind as you go to place the bet, the horse you were going to originally pick will ALWAYS win in that situation.

Don't EVER chase your loses and always gamble responsibly, nothing worse than waking up with a splitting headache and an empty wallet too!!

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GEELONG CUP The 2013 Sportingbet Geelong Cup is only 3 weeks away. It’s time to start searching for that perfect outfit and marquee to match!

Fashions on the Field is raising the bar this year with GT taking over naming rights with Urban Stalker as the fashion sponsor. Super stunner Nadia Coppolino will host the event with entrants judged by GT’s Kylie Oliver, Urban Stalker’s Lisa Furnara and Ambassador for Country Racing Victoria, Alex Hecker. “There are so many trends to choose from this season including monochrome, florals, metallics and brights. I can’t wait to see what’s on show Cup day!” says Alex.

Check out the Geelong Racing Club’s website to get in early with your Fashions on the Field registrations or sign up on the day between 11.00am and 12.15pm. The event kicks off at 12.30pm.

Fashion, tick! Marquee?

If you want to be amongst Geelong’s gorgeous young things this Cup day, get your fascinator into the brand new Sporting Globe Colts and Fillies Marquee for 18 to 30 year olds.

Situated on lush grass near the main entrance this marquee includes its own exclusive beer garden over-looking the Fashions, a private pamper area, exclusive use toilets and prizes for best dressed judged by GT’s Natalie Dorotic, Miss Universe Australia finalist Sarah Czarnuch and The Voice finalist Imogen Brough. The Sporting Globe Colts and Fillies Marquee is all about sophistication and style.

Tickets are $115 and include a Colts and Fillies membership to the Geelong Racing Club, which gains you access to exclusive events throughout the year as well as entry to all race days.

For more info on the Sporting Globe Colts and Fillies Marquee and to purchase tickets contact Beth at the Geelong Racing Club on 5229 4414.

Head to facebook.com/geelongracingclub for your chance to win two tickets and remember to #grccoltsfillies on the day.

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Be the envy of your friends in the stylish Colts and Fillies Marquee at the Sportingbet Geelong Cup, 23rd October 2013 Enjoy access to this sophisticated new marquee, situated in the refurbished Cup Live grass precinct · All inclusive food, beer, wine and sparkling · Fashion prizes for the marquees classiest dressers · Exclusive pamper area · Membership to the Geelong Racing Club Young Members (Colts and Fillies 18y.o. - 30y.o.) · Exclusive access to all Colts and Fillies events during the racing season $115.00 per head Don't miss your chance to join Geelong's gorgeous young things!

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TALK OF THE TOWN! Geelong Roller Derby Fundraiser We all know about the awesome ladies who take part in Roller Derby: well, now they’re set to show a lighter side to their rumble in the ring ways with a fantastic fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The Pink Ribbon Booby Bout is a massive double-header featuring skaters from leagues across Australia. Taking place at the Leisuretime Centre on October 26, the first smackdown pits the Itty Bitty Titty Committee against Simply the Breast. Once the heart settles, the Rack Attack will brave themselves against the Mammoslams. The first bout gets underway at 4pm, but make sure you give yourselves a little time.

There will also be market stalls and raffles, plus DJ Johnny El Pajaro will provide some tunes. Tickets are $15 while children under 10 free. All proceeds go to the NBCF. Remember, that is October 26 at Leisuretime Centre.

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GPAC Specials When you can’t get the real thing, tribute shows are a fantastic way to enjoy the music of your favourite artists, and at GPAC you have a couple of stellar shows this month. On October 12 you have Darren Coggan starring in Peace Train – The Cat Stevens Story. The “intimate and acoustic” performance features over twenty songs from the muchloved songman including ‘Morning Has Broken’, ‘Moonshadow’ and ‘Wild World’. October 16 & 17, meanwhile, you have The Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Show. Staring David Cotter as Dean and Tony Lewis as Jerry, the show brilliantly captures the energy and wit of the straight man and foil. There will be plenty of songs to go along with the gags as well. For further information on both shows hit gpac.org.au. *Note: Peace Train will also play out at Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool on October 11 and WCPA, Ballarat on October 19.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MOTOR CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL – GEETROIT ROCKS!

Lawrence Greenwood, he who travels under the Whitley moniker, retired from the music game back in 2010 following the release of two albums. Needless to say it took a few people by surprise. But here in the year 2013 he is back. It really started with a surprise appearance on the Splendour in the Grass line-up, followed by a new track titled ‘My Heart is Not a Machine’. This would all lead to new album, Even the Stars are a Mess.

Cited as somewhat of a soul-searching album, themusic.com.au called wrote: “If you too are in search of yourself or want something more from this universe than sex, drugs and alcohol, take a listen and maybe you too could reach a ‘eureka!’” If you have already found that ‘Eureka’ moment in life, just enjoy the tunes. The Barwon Club October 19th - and, The Karova, Ballarat – October 24. He will be joined by shoegazers, Seagull.

MOTOR CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL – GEETROIT ROCKS!

In a HUGE local announcement, the March 2014 Labour Day Long Weekend, will see Geelong holding the inaugural Motor City Music Festival. The Motor City Music Festival will have something for everyone. Adults will rock out on the fully licensed, over-18s-only Friday night and Saturday (day and night). On Sunday patrons can bring the whole family and enjoy a wider musical spectrum. The event will wrap up with a huge fireworks display on Sunday night.

The Festival will present a range of rock, blues and roots music across five great stages over three days, including some Oz music legends, local artists and fun tribute performers. For more info please visit the website - www. motocitymusicfestival.com.au

March 2014 Labour Day Long Weekend, Geelong will rock out to the inaugural Motor City Music Festiva

“We think Geelong needs to rock! So we’ve created a new threeͲday music festival on the March long celebrate our place, our people and our icons and our music with a kickͲarse soundtrack,” said Prod Armstrong. to perform at the 2014 Push Over festival held in

Sonic Milf Castle & Friends March. The Grand Prize is nothing to sneeze at.

Quick bite: “Greetings Drones! Many of you have There is a day of engineering, producing, recording The Motor City Music Festival will have something for everyone. Adults will rock out on the fully license been starved of the succulent sound of screams, and mixing at Hothouse Studios – very cool. There ......................................................................... seven string basses and feisty drumming turtles. is a pressing of 500 copies of hard-earned recording only Friday night and Saturday (day and night). On Sunday patrons can bring the whole family and en This weekend is your chance to feed again! Come efforts – also very cool. There is merchandise, No Slowing Down for suckle from the teet of your friendly matriarchal promotion and gear – triple cool. And there are a Glenn Shorrock S.M.C and rise again to planar form!” That was the musical spectrum. The event will wrap up with a huge fireworks display on Sunday night. few other goodies in there as well. The dates are: irresistible way Melbourne alternative rockers Sonic Barwon Regional Final – Lighthouse Theatre, When the music is in you, there is no use fighting it.

Milf Castle lured people to their show at The Espy Warrnambool on October 4; Hume Regional And so it is, even with a career spanning over forty last month. I am sure the invitation is extended to Final – Bright Skate Park, Bright on October 5; years, Glenn Shorrock keeps on performing. Born their show at The Bridge, Castlemaine on October Gippsland Regional Final – Bairnsdale Secondary in Kent, England, Shorrock moved with his family to We are presenting a range of rock, blues and roots music across five great stages over three days, inc 12. Seriously, how could you resist suckling at their College, Bairnsdale on October 11; Northern Metro Adelaide in the mid-1950s. He was ten at the time. teet?

Regional Final – Mechanics Institute, Brunswick By 1962 he began singing with a vocal group called Oz music legends, local artists and fun tribute performers. The stages will include one openͲair and four on October 12; Northern Country Regional Final ......................................................................... the Twilights, a band that would turn “beat group” – Wedderburn Town Hall, Wedderburn on October a few years later. The Twilights disbanded in 1969 areas of varying sizes, including a beer hall – we’re providing a range of musical experiences and are pre 18; Mallee Wimmera Regional Final – Nexus Youth and shortly thereafter Shorrock joined Brian Cadd in Centre, Horsham on November 1; Western Metro Axiom. That adventure was short-lived, with Axiom weather conditions. There will also be gourmet food vans and carnival rides. On the Sunday, many loca Regional Final – Melton Community Hall, Melton breaking up in 1970. A few years later, towards the on November 2; Eastern Metro Regional Final end of 1974, Glenn returned to Melbourne from – Doncaster Secondary College, Manningham on London and formed the Little River Band.groups will showcase their activities.

LRB has November 8; and Southern Metro Regional Final sold over 25 million albums and are credited as – Peninsula Community Theatre, Mornington on opening the door for many Australian acts on the

December 13. For further information be sure to hit international circuit. He may not quite move like he up freeza.vic.gov.au. used to, but he ain’t far of it. Torquay Hotel, Torquay A growing number of people have been moving from Melbourne to Geelong, making the “GͲChange”. A – October 13. ......................................................................... ......................................................................... in, they seek a local arts and culture, food and coffee scene and live music for an adult contemporary Jumping in The Deep End FReeZA Regional Finals Ah, beer. Beer, beer, beer, beer, beer. How many thought we’d give them a reason to celebrate their move to Geelong by inviting their friends and rela good ideas have come after having a few frothies?

FEATURE: The FReeZA Push Start Regional Finals Admittedly, there have been some not so good kick off next month and all those involved know what and experience the best of Geelong for themselves over the long weekend. ideas as well, but The Deep End fall into the former is at stake. For six months bands from around the category. Following a few drinks in a suburban state have played their little hearts out for a chance

Melbourne garage, a few lads began their journey to rock ‘n’ roll stardom. With a ‘play anywhere, anytime’City philosophy, the band has shared the stagefill a gap in the city’s annual events music calendar and provide The Motor Music Festival will with Airbourne, The Angels/Angel City, Rose Tattoo, Screaming Jets, Hoodoo Gurus, The Datsuns and opportunity to come together, make use of a great event venue not far from the city centre and celebr Bam Margera’s F**kface Unstoppable among others. The band sold out three EPs before they – or “Geetroit” as we fondly call it. decided to get cracking on a full-length. Enter Cop This. Released towards the beginning of the year,

Cop This was met with hundreds of pre-orders and a 23-date Australian and New Zealand tour. They Motor City Music Festival is brought to you by Hugo T Armstrong, founder and proprietor of The Blues T make the kind of rock even your mum would love.

Yahoo Bar, Shepparton – October 25. team. At the festival we will also be celebrating the 20th anniversary of Queenscliff’s unique en experience, The Blues Train, with a dedicated stage.

Modern Love in Bendigo Last year the Bendigo Art Gallery hosted the City of Greater Geelong Major Events portfolio holder Cr Ron Nelson said locals should get excited abou hugely successful Grace Kelly exhibition, an exhibition which proved to win friends in handy places. As part of the exhibition they borrowed newest music festival. two pieces from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) in Los Angeles, an incredible collection featuring some 15,000 pieces. A solid friendship was built, and from The Engagement and October 26 the Bendigo Art Gallery will “Geelong has a thriving music scene and it’s great to have a festival right here in our own backyard for display Izzy Lozi Join Forces! approximately 60 works from the post-punk period of the 1980s to today. Modernages to enjoy.”

Love: The Engagement and Izzy Losi and the Auracles Fashion Visionaries includes pieces from will join forces on October 11 at Beav’s Bar

include Vivienne Westwood, Thom Browne, Geelong, nearly 12 months after the successful Chanel, Commes des Garçon, Dior, Ferragamo, release of Izzy’s EP ‘Outlast the Storm’. The Tom Ford, Jean Paul Gaultier, Carolina “The Motor City Music Festival is an exciting addition to our major events calendar and I’m sure crowds Engagement have enjoyed recent radio play by Herrera, Betsey Johnson, Patrick Kelly, Helmut Sydney Radio station 2dayFM and are awaiting Lang, Monique Lhuillier, Louboutin, Alexander the release of their Debut EP. Supports include the festival to see their favourite bands play across the three days,” said Cr Nelson.

McQueen and Issey Miyake. The exhibition will the Surfcoast’s Tristen Bird starting off the night run until February 2014 with further information as well as upcoming Melbourne based band,

through bendigoartgallery.com.au.

The Midnight Sol, welcomed back to Geelong PICTURED: Miuccia Prada, spring/ summer after playing at New Years Revolution at Hugo T Armstrong is available for interviews.

2008, FIDM Museum Purchase. Courtesy Courthouse ARTS back in February this year. of FIDM Museum at the Fashion Institute of Tickets available through the band $8 or $10 Please contact media@thebluestrain.com.au for more details Design & Merchandising, Los Angeles, CA. at the door. Friday October 11 at Beav’s Bar, Photograph by Brian Sanderson Geelong. Doors: 8pm

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TALK OF THE TOWN! Slice N Dice N All Things Nice Quick bite: Who are these masked men of Slice N Dice?

I am not sure, they’re masked. However, they certainly know how to work a crowd. The electro duo debuted at the #41 position in the ITM Top 50 National DJ Awards in Australia in 2011. The following year they fared better, climbing to #36. Far from being satisfied, the duo’s magic spread and in 2013 they cracked the Top 15, making #13 theirs. Shows across America, Mexico and Asia have only helped to further their cause. Chinese Whispers @ Eureka Hotel, Geelong – November 2. .........................................................................

Standing by Matt & Beki Quick bite: Once upon a time brother and sister Matt and Beki Thomas made up two-fifths of Ballarat outfit The Mavis’s. They gave us a bunch of cool songs including

‘Cry’, ‘Naughty Boy’ and ‘Thunder’ before disbanding in 2001. These days the pair works as a duo, simply called Matt & Beki. Towards the beginning of the year they released EP Searching for Zero. The Karova, Ballarat – November 1. Those that walk through the door will hear material from their EP as well as Mavis’s material and new single, ‘Standing in the Dark’. They will be joined by Caroline Kennedy (Deadstar). .........................................................................

Rory Cooke’s Elizaband Quick bite: Elizaband is the new baby of Rory Cooke, a well-worn musician who has led Gaslight Radio for well over a decade. Rory founded GR with his brother Martin back in the mid-1990s, a band which would become highly influential. Cooke has described Elizaband as “Sonic protest cosmos rock genre”, the first taste of which we heard with 2011’s debut, Firework Dogs.

Earlier in the year Cooke welcomed Elizaband’s new 10” EP, Troubled Trees. The Bridge, Castlemaine – October 19. Elizaband will be joined by Parading and Strea4m. .........................................................................

Groovin’ the Moo 2014

Poolside with The Royal Jellies Modern Melbourne meets New Orleans old school goes some way to summing up The Royal Jellies. Drawing on influences including Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, C.W. Stoneking and Tom Waits, the eight-piece outfit digs out your great-grandfather’s collection of golden old-times and gives it a modern makeover.

Last month we saw the release of the band’s debut album, Burrows St. Poolside. Wanna hear a dixieland version of Beyoncé’s ‘Single Ladies’? Hit up YouTube for a version they recorded at Melbourne’s Revolver Upstairs towards the beginning of last year. If there is a band guaranteed to get you up on your feet it is The Royal Jellies. Your great-grandpa would be proud. The Bridge, Castlemaine – October 10.

Quick bite: Well, the Edward Sharpe rumour doesn’t look as though it will play out, but that is not to worry.

As Moosters would know, the 2014 outing of Groovin’ the Moo will make its way to the Bendigo Showgrounds on May 3. It is still a while until the official line-up drops towards the end of January, but if you want to swing by their website gtm.net.au, there is plenty to check out including how you can volunteer and a bunch of videos explaining why the festival digs the cities they play. Past attendees are also encouraged to share their favourite memory through Instagram (hashtag #motmoo) – 10 double passes are up for grabs. .........................................................................

RIVER ROCKS Well folks, its that time of year again, River Rocks is almost upon us and boy are you in for a treat this year!

After six long years, a shitload of bands, a bigger shitload of beer, River Rocks is set to blow your mind and your liver all in one day! This year will SEE 20 bands, (THATS RIGHT, 20 FREAKIN BANDS!!) annihilate 12 hours of your life under the one roof! There will be beer, there will be tequila, there will be BBQ, there will be no earplugs, there will most likely be blood. So without further adieu, You can expect to see these winners in all their rock n roll glory! King Parrot, HITS, The Roobs, Legends of Motorsport, Digger And The Pussycat, Jackson

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The Great Australian Beer Festival Following the successful launch of the Great Australian Beer Festival earlier this year organizers have announced the date of next year’s festival. Keep Saturday the 1st of February free for a fantastic afternoon of beer culture at its best. Sample from 150 craft beers and ciders, whilst enjoying live music or attending food and beer seminars, tasting gourmet food, viewing artworks and being entertained by roving performers. Check out gabf.com.au for ticket and more info. Proudly sponsored by Forte Magazine.

Firebird, King Of The North, Cyberne [Jap], DEAD, BATPISS, Pro Tools, Poppin Mommas, Bitter Sweet Kicks, The Kremlings, The Underhanded, Mock Turkey, The Dipsticks, Stormtide. This is a non stop rock n roll onslaught of epic proportions that will run from 1pm to 1am. And how much will this rock n roll dynasty cost you, you ask? A meesly $20. That's right folks 20 bands, $20!!!!! Tix will be on sale Monday 30th September from the bar or via www.oztix.com.au .........................................................................

Hunters & Collectors Return It has been a long, long time in between drinks but Hunters & Collectors are back in business. The band recently performed at the 2013 AFL Grand Final, but the best is yet to come. Next year they will take part in the hugely popular A Day on the Green series, playing The Hill Winery, Geelong on January 25 and All Saints Estate, Rutherglen on February 8 with many a special guest. The band will also perform at The Palais on April 11.

Lilly Rouge’s Bright Future With powerful female-led vocals and dark lyrics, Gold Coast four-piece Lilly Rouge look set for a big and bright future. The band has already supported Everclear and The Presidents of the United States of America in their short life, and at the beginning of the year kicked things off in fine form with an appearance at the Gold Coast Big Day Out. The band also took in a decent amount of time in the States earlier in the year, playing some 30 dates around the country. Singer-songwriter Leah Martin-Brown, in an interview with Murder the Dance, said of their sound: “Just imagine really heavy rock ‘n’ roll mixed with some sexy-ass female vocals.

Add a little speed, Jack Daniels and someone who’s really pissed off; maybe throw in a gothic monster or two and then you might get an idea of what’s going on.” The Overlander, Shepparton – October 25 & The Newmarket, Bendigo – October 26.

dan sultan written By Cameron Brogden

Dan Sultan is a once-in-a-generation performer. He has won two ARIAs, three AIR Awards and four Deadly Awards. He has taken his own personal brand of “rock and roll, blues and soul” across the country and overseas.

He is a much-loved member of the music community and is highly respected by his peers. He paid tribute to two of his idols, Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody in 2008 and 2009; he starred in Bran Nue Dae, and has been a central figure in mainstream Indigenous culture. I caught up with a drowsy Dan Sultan one morning to discuss his upcoming Back to Basics Tour and everything else he’s been up to.

I didn’t start out by asking about the tour though; there were more important things to talk about, like his spot supporting ‘The Boss’ himself, Bruce Springsteen next year. “I think it was more a ‘who you know’ rather than ‘what you know’ situation, which is cool, I’ll take it,” Dan laughed. “It was a label thing more than anything else. Nevertheless it’s still pretty exciting. I’m looking forward to it.”

Also supporting the New Jersey native is one of Australia’s favourite bands, Hunters and Collectors, who round out one of the best rock line-ups in Melbourne’s storied history.

“Yeah, it’ll be good. I’m friends with a couple of those guys, so it’ll be fun anyway. It’ll be a good day,” Dan said of Mark Seymour’s outfit.

Eventually we got around to talking about the Back to Basics Tour. “It’s always good to come home, but it’s exciting, the start of the tour,” Dan explained. “It’s cool, I’m doing a few dates on and a few dates at home at a time.

It’s good. It breaks it up a bit so it’s not as full on as other tours have been. So it’ll be good, it’ll be fun. And it’s always good to get out – and there’s a lot of places we’re playing, all these small places that I haven’t been to for a while, so yeah, I’m looking forward to it.”

The tour brings him out this way for a show at The Wool

Exchange in Geelong. I asked if he had been here before.

“Yeah, I’ve been out there a few times, doing a number of different shows, but I’ve never played the Wool Exchange so I’m looking forward to that. I’ve heard a lot of good things about it. So yeah, it’s a bit cool,” Dan said.

And from here he heads north to Castlemaine, where he’ll be playing The Theatre Royal. “I’ve played out there quite a bit, at the Theatre Royal. It’s a nice old place.”

Punters will be getting what they paid for – and that’s Dan Sultan. I asked him who would be supporting him. “Nah, no one,” he said. “I’m just playing a couple of sets. I’m just keeping it simple.”

The Back to Basics Tour is associated with the Rock for Recognition Movement. I asked Dan about it. “I think most people know what it is. It’s just about constitutional recognition for Aboriginal people,” Dan explained. “We’re not currently recognised in the Australian Constitution and we think it would be a good thing if we were. It would be the

right thing, it would be normal. It’s not really a left or right wing issue, or a black or white issue, it’s just a question of the difference between right or wrong. So yeah, I thought I’d get behind that and do what I can. I don’t know much about constitutional law or constitutional reform, but I know how to put on a gig and that can help them. I’ll be happy to do what I can.”

Dan has been working on his third album, due for release next year. I asked if he was about wrapped up on it. “The recording is, yeah. I’m just in the mixing stages at the moment. So over the next few weeks I’ll just be getting all the mixes through and going back and forth with people over there in the States, and mates of mine who are doing mixes. And look, it’s exciting, it sounds good. It’s a great studio I was working at. It was a pretty special time,” Dan said.

And what can we expect? “It’s pretty different, but there are things that are kind of the same as well – a lot of rock

and roll, a lot of guitar, a lot of electric guitar-based stuff, a lot of rock and roll moments. It gets pretty mellow at times as well, but it’s pretty big a lot of the time,” Dan said.

I asked if we’d be getting a preview on the Back to Basics Tour. “Yeah, I’ll be playing some of the new songs, but again just solo. It’ll be more stripped back and more back to basics, I guess, which is the name of the tour,” Dan said.

“But yeah, I’ll be playing some new tracks on this tour.”

So get down and check out the Back to Basics Tour to hear one of Australia’s most unique artists live at a venue near you.

When&Where: Thornbury Theatre – November 2 & 4 The Wool Exchange, Geelong – November 8 Theatre Royal, Castlemaine – November 9

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BENDIGO: Zen Deluxe With synth, drums and remixes, Zen Deluxe emerged earlier this year to play their first gig in a town that is arguably not used to bands that sound like New Order and Depeche Mode.

Bendigo residents Sean Haythorne (vocals/bass), Jeff Broughton (guitar) and Darrin Crosbie (drums) are not newcomers to musical involvements, with previous outfits including membership of the disbanded pop group Texta with Berlin Postmark’s Steve Saxton for Sean and Jeff and dance/funk experiences such as The Pozz for Darrin. According to Darrin, Zen Deluxe is currently concentrating on “honing (their) live sound” and finding bands of a similar ilk to perform on a bill with.

The trio’s growing presence on social media, including having more than 2500 followers on SoundCloud at the time of writing, has resulted in some interest from comparable acts. The hope is that this activity will lead to the creation of something resembling a local electro scene, or at the very least the opportunity to participate in genre-friendly shows.

“Rather than having to play alongside really heavy bands, we want to attract the crowd that we want,” says Darrin. “We want to try and have a night where the style is consistent, rather than us being the odd one out,” he adds.

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For Zen Deluxe, arriving at their sound came not just from the inevitable influences of past associations and musical preferences that include The Presets and the Foals, but also from a few arguments and a willingness to let Darrin take songs like ‘Coincidence’, ‘Light of Day’ and ‘Nullified’ home to be reworked. “In order to keep me happy, I have been given the guys’ go-ahead to remix the songs,” he says.

The result is sufficiently eighties to appeal to audience members who bopped their way through that era, while also possessing the kind of modern vibe that found favour at a performance at The Music Man Megastore’s live venue among younger attendees who may well have been there to see party punks One Girl Army or rockers Lowpoint.

Darrin claims the remixes were initially a leisure pursuit and a way to aggravate one of his band mates; however, they have ended up helping to build the ensemble’s fan base. “In order to satisfy my craving for Roland TR 909 bass doofs electronic dance music,” he says, “I started making the FilthMixes just as a hobby (and as a way to annoy Sean), but then they turned out to be quite popular and expanded our audience, so now they are an integral part of the Zen Deluxe landscape.”

Meanwhile, the band’s chic image is exemplified by the series of photographs that Broughton has assembled from a copyright exempt sharing site for the YouTube video for ‘Light of Day’. The black and white pictures of beautiful people are in line with the song’s references to “faraway movie stars”.

Although only time will tell if Zen Deluxe’s ambitions for an electro Bendigo will come to pass, it’s undoubted that in a market flooded with harder acts they are at least stepping outside the box.

“I like to think that we give people an alternative to the louder rocky/metal acts in town,” says Darrin.

The band recently had their song ‘Nullified’ remastered.

Alright movers and shakers, here’s this upcoming fortnights list of live music to get out and bop bop bop along to.

Thursday, October 3rd has Davey Lane of You Am I playing at the Karova Lounge. Unless you’ve been living in a hole the past 20 years you should know that You Am I are pioneers of quality Australian tunes. Davey Lane joined them 10 years after You Am I formed at the young age of 18, and went on to play part in other huge line-ups such as The Pictures and the supergroup The Wrights. Now he’s doing some soloing on the side, and The Karova Lounge is fortunate enough to play host to him while local boys the APES warm up the crowd as his supporting act. Tix $12.

Meanwhile, over at The Babushka Bar/Cafe/Lounge, Kristine Allan will be playing her gentle acoustic tunes to those in need of a relaxing drink on a Thursday.

Friday, October 4th at The Karova Lounge see’s the previous night’s Australian rock hone in on the hometown rock with The Rye Catchers single launch.

Supporting them will be other local legends The Dead Salesmen Duo and Mark with the Sea. That night over at Babushka, Anna Smyrk takes the stage with some support acts TBC. Anna Smyrk and The Appetites recently released their single ‘Apocalypse’. More on Anna and The Appetites music can be found at annasmyrkandtheappetites.com.au.

Entry $5 Saturday, October 5th at Karova has The Jungle Giants pacing it up with music so energetic the sides of your face will hurt from smiling and your souls will hurt from being crushed ... from jumping joyfully too much (soles/souls of your feet people) – crushed with joy! Supporting them are Northeast Party House who are also set to rock the block, and finally filling that bill of music is The Creases. Tix $22.

That night at Babushka has The Vests playing, and I can’t even give a little spiel about them because their internet presence eludes me.

Sunday, October 6th sees the Open Stage Jam at Babushka. Check the website to be sure it is on.

Wednesday, October 9th has Dry Sun taking over Babushka Bar. With regular entertainment scheduled over the next few Wednesdays to come, it’ll be interesting to see what evolves out of the nights considering the lead singer’s performance qualities.

There’ll probably be some audience participation, willing or unwilling, and random jams with other artists. Get on down to partake in a mid-week beverage and in the fun.

Thursday, October 10th and it seems the spring weather is bringing some hibernating artists out into the sunlight as Fusionite is playing the Babushka Bar again. The acoustic musician played not too long ago at Babushka, and has also recently been a guest on Live on Lydiard.

Friday, October 11th has Peny Bohan playing the Babushka Bar. Her gentle folk will be making many a person gush over her adorable voice.

Friday also sees Karova re-enter the schedule by driving off everyone with Coulrophobia: The Clowns take the stage and hopefully leave their costumes at home (for door numbers sake). Supporting them are The Bennies, Lizard Punch and The Savages. Tix $8 Saturday, October 12th has local group Month of Sundays playing at the Babushka Bar for your soft rock needs of that night.

Saturday at Karova Lounge see’s Adalita back in town after what seems like forever (but only because it’s too few and far between). Former vocalist of Magic Dirt, Adalita now has a solo career – and her music continues to rock worlds. Supporting her on stage is Laura Jean. Tix $20.

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Courthouse ARTS provides a platform for many of our up-and-coming local musicians to show what they can do.

Whether it’s hosting the FReeZA Push Start battle of the Bands or the popular ‘A Conversation in the Key of...’ series, they are constantly providing Geelong music lovers with a unique musical experience.

One woman behind it all is Chelsea Hatherall.

A local muso who took advantage of the workshops offered by Courthouse ARTS is the talented Izzy Losi, who was on their Artistic Advisory Panel last year and was integral in developing New Years Revolution into the music-based festival that was so warmly embraced by Geelong earlier this year. As Hatherall states: “I strongly believe that emerging artists who utilise the resources and networks that a place like Courthouse ARTS offers can really set themselves up with a solid grounding to establish their career.”

With the array of shows that have taken place at Courthouse ARTS this year, Hatherall can’t choose a clear favourite.

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Influences include U2, INXS, Oasis, The Verve, Snow Patrol. Looking for easy going/reliable muso’s who know their craft. Call Phil 0421 901 530 www. zeffamusic.com

After being lured down from her position as Marketing and Communications Coordinator at Footscray Community Arts Centre (home of the St Jerome’s Laneway Festival) in November last year, Hatherall couldn’t be happier with how things are turning out: “It’s safe to say I love my job. As the Marketing and Development Coordinator, as well as the Geelong FReeZA Coordinator, you can imagine it keeps me on my toes ... but that’s great!” she says with her trademark big smile.

With her years of experience working in community and art-based hubs, it’s no wonder Courthouse ARTS snatched her up. However, she goes into detail about why she believes the strength of musical opportunities in Geelong has been the most impressive. “There’s so much access to great music at affordable prices for all ages, countless performance opportunities, and we’ve even got opportunities like songwriting workshops starting in October.”

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“I find it hard to go past the ‘A Conversation in the Key of…’ series, which creates such intimate experiences and a great opportunity for emerging artists to jump on stage with the greats,” she reveals.

“Although in saying that, I think my two favourites this year have been Daniel Champagne at New Years Revolution and the lineup for the Geelong heat of Push Start’s Battle of the Bands. I was honestly floored at the amazing talent in the room that night.”

Due to so much going on all at once, Hatherall sometimes finds herself between a rock and a hard place. “There is just so much I want to do, but sometimes I have to take a breath and simply concentrate on the immediate to-do list. So many plans but so little time!” she jokes.

So after an already highly successful first year at Courthouse ARTS, Chelsea has proven just why she is the woman for the job. She has a real passion for supporting our local scene, and has even bigger plans for the near future: “I’m so pumped for 2014. Geelong FReeZA are coming up with some epic ideas and names for upcoming gigs!

Also for the first time ever, ‘A Conversation in the Key of…’ will have an entire emerging band on stage, with Dave Graney joining Genghis Can’t Swim on October 13 at 5pm for one hell of a Sunday session!”

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Experienced 25 y.o. guitarist looking for female vocalist to form acoustic duo to start playing cover gigs asap.

Would also be interested in writing together music if partnership works well.

Phone Curt 0412 166 393 Looking for a rock singer between the age 17-19. Main Influences are Green Day, Foo Fighters and Led Zeppelin. Band with Management and Label. Email and info at melodicmusic.com Looking for a drummer, not afraid to experiment. Male/ female. Age 35++ ono. All original. English/Australian influences without the radio play. Original to the extent of punk/pop sensibility 1978 to the not-so-now style. Think of yourself as a patron of The Saints, Stiff Little Fingers, Radio Birdman, Buzzcocks,

The Smiths, Psychedelic Furs, Iggy & The Stooges, Wedding Present, Happy Mondays etc etc, then forget you have to be. The usual...car, equipment, attitude, mental state (in an OK kind of...) punctual, earplugs accepted. Be prepared to apply yourself.

Let us know on 0409 567 043. Please leave your details and we will hear you - Confirmation code: AKA 1963 Geelong rock band looking for lead vocalist. We are a Geelong based original band looking for a lead vocalist, have a lot of experience and heaps of great original music waiting to be sung. Influences: pearl jam, chili peppers, foo fighters, nirvana, led zep, sound garden. Contact Ben 0432049231.

Experienced Lead Guitarist Wanted. Top 40 Coverband. 70s 80s 90s and current. Based in Geelong. Must have commitment. Please Call Mark on 0438836469 or email at pudge_ gypsy33@hotmail.com Singer wanted for acoustic covers duo.

Must like 90’s British bands and not into songs your “normal” covers bands play.

Think Oasis, Morrissey & The Smiths, Libertines, Pulp, Blur, Verve, and similar Aussie & American groups. Nothing serious to start with but possible gigging if we sound great!

Age no barrier and male / female encouraged to contact. Contact Liam: britpopcovers@gmail. com or 0430904407

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Jack Wright written by Tex Miller

The first time that I saw Jack Wright play, I was astounded by the complex and often intensive techniques that he was using within his original twist on the finger-style, percussive guitar genre.

Complete with banjo tuning pegs on his acoustic guitar, sitting alongside fellow guitarists Daniel Champagne and Jamie Pye for an intensive ‘guitarslingers’ concert and conversation at Courthouse ARTS earlier this year, the opportunity to sit down and talk about Jack’s music ahead of his appearance at the Queenscliff Music Festival as well as the Kennedys Creek Music Festival was one I couldn’t pass up.

When we begin the interview, Jack is relaxing on his day off from working at a full-time job, which seems to be taking up most of his time, which in turn has been inflicting on his practise schedule. “Working at such a job is quite demanding and stressful, yet it has allowed me to purchase all of the equipment I need for gigging. I have been on a hiatus for a while, but now I’m getting ready to burst back onto the scene, bigger than ever,” Jack said.

Starting out playing music in high school, it was during Year 11 when Jack saw a video of John Butler’s ‘Ocean’ that the finger-style genre had him hooked.

“From seeing that video, I started investigating all these other acoustic roots players. I really like the British players, mostly Newton Faulkner. ‘Badman’, one of Faulkner’s songs, was really what introduced to playing the rhythm and the percussive patterns at the same time.”

For those readers of Forte that haven’t heard Jack’s music, it can best be described as finger-style guitar meets acoustic pop. The visual experience of watching these performers does a lot more justice than just listening to the records. When you get the opportunity to see Jack at Queenscliff later in the year, you will understand what all the hype is about.

Talking about what Jack’s favourite album of the past twelve months is, after a considerable debate he settles on a tie between Ed Sheeran’s + and Newton Faulkner’s Write It On Your Skin. The acoustic pop sensibilities of Sheeran’s music and the intricate guitar stylings of Faulkner’s are where Jack sees the future of his music headed.

“I think that Ed Sheeran’s songs seem to have a little more depth to them than other rap artists around. I admire him as a songwriter and how he can produce hit after hit frequently, and that is the direction that I would like to go into, to have lyrics that can stand their own ground. At the moment, I am musically uninspired and it takes me a very long time to write a song. I tend to stumble onto riffs in different tunings, and songs tend to snowball from there,” Jack said.

Announced as one of a stack of local emerging talent on this year’s Queenscliff bill, Jack can’t wait to head down there to showcase some of the new material that he has been working on for quite some time. “I’m really excited to head back to Queenscliff after a successful time busking last year. It’s a very cool festival to be involved with and the crowds have been really receptive to me each time I’ve played. It will be interesting to get out there this year and for people to see where I have developed to in the last twelve months.”

When&Where: Kennedys Creek Music Festival (October 26 & 27) & Queenscliff Music Festival (November 22-24)

The Royal Jellies written By Cameron Brogden

Melbourne eight-piece pop outfit The Royal Jellies are in the middle of a tour to support their debut album, Burrows St. Poolside. The official album launch was in Hobart on the 20th of September, which is when I caught up with Raph from the band.

Launching an album can be a bit nerve-racking, especially for a debut. Somehow, Raph wasn’t feeling that at all. “Are we nervous? Nah, not really,” Raph laughed when I asked.

With the sheer number of albums coming out this week, I had to ask what set it apart from the others, and why people should buy it. “Because it sounds like something they’ve never heard before,” he said.

“I reckon it’s amazing, and Marty Brown, the guy from Art of Fighting and Clare Bowditch’s husband produced it, so everything sounds amazing on the record.”

Speaking of Clare Bowditch, the band recently toured as her support act. I asked Raph how that went. “Fantastic,” Raph said. “She’s so generous and lovely and warm, and giving us such an excellent opportunity, giving us a helping hand to get going.

It’s hard to break through without someone giving you support. Like a mentor I guess.”

While they’ve done big tours as supports, it hasn’t been the case in the headlining slot. “It’s our first time, so we’re probably going to make some mistakes along the way, but we’ll learn from them,” Raph said. “Well, that’s the plan anyway,” he added after a moment.

Roller Derby Goes Pink They are not called games: games are little fun things.

In Roller Derby we call them bouts. As in she is about to open a can of whoop-ass on you.

The above is taken from one of the many Facebook pages dedicated to Roller Derby, a sport where adrenaline is high and mistakes are costly. Speed, power, endurance, mental toughness and balance are crucial. It’s a tough sport – and one where if you’re not switched on, it’s over. It’s also one that has grown a strong following in Australia, with Geelong boasting one of the strongest leagues in the country.

At the end of the month the Geelong Roller Derby League will present Pink Ribbon Booby Bout, a tough as nails double-bill fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation featuring skaters from leagues all across Australia. It is estimated that 14,940 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in Australia in 2013.

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer before the age of 85. It is something that has hit close to home.

“We have a skater who was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2012 at a young age,” Media Manager Christy tells us “and many of us have seen this disease in our families or in our circle of friends. It’s too close to home for many of us and this way we can help give back a little … Many of our skaters have been touched by Breast Cancer in one way or another – whether the skater themselves or their families, we’ve all been affected.”

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I asked whether there were any dates they were looking forward to. “Definitely tonight! You know tonight’s going to be the massive launch, and we’ve also got the secret gig on tomorrow, and it’s on some bush block out the back of Hobart, and we don’t know where it is yet – It’s so secret we don’t know where it is.” There’s no word as to whether they made it to that second gig, so either they missed it, or it was an even bigger secret than Raph was letting on.

I asked whether they’d been out to Castlemaine before. “First time playing in Castlemaine – big fan of the Castlemaine Rock from my childhood,” Raph joked. “But yeah, first time playing in Castlemaine.

We have a few friends who live out that way, so we’ll probably try to accommodate for them and spread the band out a little bit instead of just staying in Melbourne. Try and get out in the country a bit more and get it happening out there.”

After a busy few months, Raph has only one plan for what to do after this tour is over: “I’m going to buy a membership to a spa and just relax in a spa for about six months I reckon,” he said.

So head up to the Bridge Hotel in Castlemaine and check out this unique band.

When&Where: The Bridge, Castlemaine – October 10 & NSC – October 20

Leo Seltzer and Damon Runyon are credited with the evolution of Roller Derby into the contact sport we know today. Highly strategic and full contact, Roller Derby consists of two 30-minute periods, broken up into twominute Jams. Each team fields a ‘Jammer’ (the point scorer – look for the star on the helmet), a Pivot Blocker (look for a stripe) and three Blockers for each two-minute Jam. Christy fills us in with the rest. “The aim of the game is for the blockers to assist their Jammer to score points by legally passing the opposing players and at the same time prevent the opposing Jammer from scoring points.

This is done by either postitionally blocking or physically blocking either the opposing jammer or blockers.

“It is as much a mental game as it is physical as the players are forced to quickly change between offense and defence.”

The upcoming double-header features skaters from six leagues from across Victoria who will form four teams: the Itty Bitty Titty Committee, Simply the Breast, Rack Attack and the Mammoslams. Itty Bitty Titty Committee will take on Simply the Breast while Rack Attack will battle Mammoslams. A bar, raffle, merchandise and market stalls will also feature. DJ Johnny Pajaro will provide the tunes. It all takes place at Leisuretime Centre on October 26. Tickets are $15; children under 10 are free. 100% of ticket sales and raffles will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Doors open at 3.30pm. First bout gets underway at 4pm. Please wear pink to show your support.

“It’s a great way that we can use our love for the sport and band together as a fantastic female community to support this worthwhile cause.”

Note: The Geelong Roller Derby League will also host a double-header at Leisuretime Centre on November 30

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Pure Heroine – Lorde Probably the most hyped album of this month, or even the year – definitely this issue – the New Zealand teenage sensation’s album promises to be something special.

Available now on Universal.

Crucible – The Songs of Hunters and Collectors

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Nothing Was the Same – Drake

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Canadian hip hop artist Drake has returned with his third album.

Already released are a ridiculous four singles from this album, forgoing the standard release of one or two singles before an album. Available now on Republic.

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When the Iron Glows Red – Jae Laffer One of Australia’s most prolific and talented songwriters, Jae Laffer is releasing a solo album. No word as to when there will be a new release from The Panics: it seems Jae has been focusing on his solo work.

Available now on Dew Process.

Is there a band in Australia as well-loved as the Hunters and Collectors? Released just in time for the Grand Final, where the Hunnas will be performing (anyone taking bets on whether they’ll be playing ‘Holy Grail’?), this tribute album contains both original versions and covers by some of Australia’s and overseas’ best artists. Available now on Liberation Music.

Float Along – Fill Your Lungs – King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Former triple j Unearthed winners, Melbourne seven-piece – and possessors of possibly the best band name around – King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard are back with their third album. Available now on Remote Control Records.

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Heart Slice – Go Violets Brisbane indie outfit Go Violets have been making waves on triple j – and they’ve finally followed up with their debut EP. Available tomorrow as an independent release.

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Days Are Gone – Haim The other possibility for this issue’s most hyped release. The Californian sisters have been going from strength to strength, but their debut album will be the only way to tell if they’re really all that.

Available tomorrow on Polydor.

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Well, if you’re going to be in San Francisco this New Years Eve, and who knows, you may well be, have I got news for you! Get on down to the Warfield Theatre to celebrate New Years Heave with NOFX, Dillinger Four, Teenage Bottlerocket and The Implants. I’m half tempted myself!

We’re getting closer and closer to this years’ IDIOTFEST! Saturday October 26, DV8 nightclub in the Melbourne CDB. 30 of the country’s hottest punk and ska bands- be there!

movie alongside Debra Messing (Grace from Will & Grace) and some chick from Gossip Girl that no sane person would give a toss about.

The Casualties and Negative Approach are about to hit the road together to co-headline a North American tour. MDC and the awesome Krum Bums are also playing select dates.

Tons of gigs happening in Melbourne this weekend if you’re willing to make the trip, including a string of shows by Adelaide punk rockers No, Bad Religion Secondhand Squad, were not kiddingWollongong boys they really ARE releasing a Christmas The Acid Monkeys and Sydney band Old record. What is the Time Glory. Check world coming to? out their respective Expect Sidewaves Facebook pages for (Soundwave specific date and sideshows) to be venue details! announced any day Erm, call me a purist, now. but I think there’s Lagwagon are something quite working on a brand strange about stores new album, their first like Best & Less and since Resolve all the Big W selling band way back in 2005. merch. The very I Think My Older thought of bands like Brother Used To Guns N’ Roses and Listen To Lagwagon The Ramones being doesn’t really count, flogged in these coz it was an EP! places kinda makes Don’t forget, my skin crawl.

Wednesday October There’s a punk 9, Barwon Club Hotel, rock birthday party Me First And The happening at the Gimme Gimmes!

Barleycorn Hotel The Bouncing Souls on November the and The Menzingers 8th, and everyone’s are teaming up to invited. Marc from release a split 7” Hopes Abandoned on Movember 5th. is turning 30, and Titled Shocking Split, a host of bands the EP features two will be joining the songs from each boys to celebrate, band, one original including Sydney and one cover of the Ramonescore other band. Head heroes Batfoot!, on over to Interpunk Strawberry Fistcake and preorder your and Ballarat’s The copy before they’re Savages, with all gone! heaps more to be announced! Be there!

Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day) is to star in an independent

Until next time, kiddies- be cool!

The other day my fiancée gave birth to my first born son! Congrats to us I know, I know. Thanks.

Although this isn’t the most metal start to a metal column it did get me thinking about future generations of music fans and what musical wisdom us older folk can impart, nay, have the duty to impart.

Wisdom is something handed down from generation to generation.

And metal is, like wisdom and knowledge, immortal.

And I can tell you one thing: no pop fan is going to teach their child about One Direction or any other flash in the pan bullshit when they eventually grow up and have kids coz that shit isn’t just embarrassing, it’s plain stupid to the core.

Like sages, us metal fans must decide which wisdom, of the countless out there in the subculture, we feel is the most important to begin teaching; but as sages we also age, much like our lessons, and in twenty years or so the 80s thrash we hold so dear will seem like a joke to the next generation. No matter how much we insist that Slayer rule, it just won’t be the same to newer, younger ears and minds.

Continuing with the sages motif, we eternal fans of metal and music in general devote our lives to constantly keeping in with our passion, growing with it, studying it as it evolves, and as we grow older and that is the key to imparting the knowledge and wisdom.

It’s not about forcing Iron Maiden, 80’s Metallica or Slayer down the throats of the young’uns, it’s about showing them the progression of metal from its conception, birth, growth and to its current state; because metal, unlike any other genre of music, is alive – it’s organic, honest and evolving.

Having said that, the lazy

man’s guide to imparting metal wisdom would be to get that DVD of Metal Evolution and the albums and bands it mentions to begin a timeline of the life of metal. But the real beauty of metal is its individuality – and that is something to be celebrated and taught.

And that, ultimately, is the truest way to impart the wisdom – individually.

In other news…

Soilwork will be at Billboard on Friday, October 4.

Korn will release their new album The Paradigm Shift on Friday, October 4.

Bring Me The Horizon, Of Mice & Men and Crossfaith will kick out the jams for all ages at Festival Hall on Wednesday, October 9.

The Devin Townsend Project will be at The Palace on Sunday, October 13.

Every Time I Die will bring their unique brand of metalcore to the Corner Hotel on Sunday, October 20.

Limp Bizkit will take to the stage of Festival Hall on Sunday, October 27.

Wednesday 13 will appear at Billboard, The Venue on Friday, November 1.

The Enslaved show at The Hi-Fi has been moved to Friday, November 1.

Nile will play The Corner Hotel on Saturday, November 16.

The Vans Warped Tour will be held at a TBA venue in Melbourne on Saturday, December 7. Notable acts on board include The Offspring, Hatebreed and Parkway Drive.

Soundwave 2014 will be held at Flemington Racecourse on Friday, February 28.

If you have any news about local metal bands, shows or albums, let THTH know by emailing to tooheavytohug@ hotmail.com or get in touch via Twitter at @ TooHeavyToHug

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By BLAIR HALL

"Against Love, Against Life."

What sort of forms did I fill out in order to sign up for something such as life? Why did they have to keep it from me that every one of my actions is futile? Isn’t it immoral as an employer to have no code of ethical conduct while hiring? You’d think they’d have it especially so, being that when I was hired I didn’t even really know that I was signing up to 80+ years of slavery, all the while incapable of perceiving the gravity of the situation. I mean, couldn’t they have waited until I was 14 and 9 months? That’s what’s legal. They didn’t even have a suggestions box. And there definitely wasn’t anyone else hiring – I checked.

Ultimately everything I do will be washed away by a sea of time – it will consist of other people. Everything that happens to me has been selected out of a preset number of variables. There’s only so many other people and so many outcomes before they all start to feel familiar. I already feel like I’ve very nearly met every kind of person that I’m going to meet, though for a while there I had a couple more that I could neither confirm nor deny the existence of.

Now that I’ve had the misfortune of knowing the crushing disappointment that is having these particular variables exist, but they aren’t meant to intersect with my life; all that remains is the dull drone of what’s going to happen. No matter how much we attempt to steel ourselves for the rest of this, it’s going to break all our hearts.

And in saying that, I definitely picked the wrong language. The harder I try to convey meaning the less other people know what I am saying. Most of the time I’m convinced that I’m not thinking anything at all, since no one is able to validate the meaning in my

thoughts, ideas and feelings. I’m a faucet for all of the useless information that didn’t get tied together in the universal consciousness.

None of it has anything to do with me. I spew forth meaningless phrases and every now and then they come together and either makes someone laugh or make them feel incredibly offended. I never know until right after the moment I’ve said it how it is going to land.

Then there are my actions. Why are the only options I can conceive of the completely wrong ones to take in relation to other people? You like someone? Kiss them!

Wrong. Don’t give way? This is the only roundabout to exist that requires you to give way while driving through it. There’s a vegetarian option? Guess again! This all begs one to question where standards are or whether there ever actually were any to begin with.

It was no surprise to many that I became more and more certain that I really hated other people, so smoking in bed has become the consolation prize. There is nothing better to keep me warm, to bring me the comfort of consistency and to occupy these perfect lips of mine. Unlike a partner, there’s a near endless supply of these nearby, so I shall never be alone again. They have no hopes, no dreams, just a trajectory that sends them careening straight for the deepest recesses of my being. They want for nothing but a little box to keep themselves dry, a little spark to light the fire and a place to rest at the end of the day when they are, like I so often get, exhausted.

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THE 90s DANCE, HOUSE, CLUB & RAVE ANTHEMS

COUNTDOWN!

As voted by you – here – in order!

– after many days of blood, sweat and tears accumulated as we tallied the totals, these are the Top 100 dance and club anthems from the 1990s! Inside Splinters would

also like to congratulate Forte reader Michele Johnson of Bell Post Hill for being the lucky voter whose name was pulled out of the barrel to win a stack of 1990s-themed dance CDs! Splinters will have your

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09. Faithless – Salva Mea 10. Tokyo Ghetto Pussy – Everybody on the Floor (Pump It) 11. Tori Amos – Professional Widow (AVH Remix) 12. Euphoria – Love You Right 13. Jam & Spoon – Right in the Night 14. Faithless – Insomnia 15. Felix – Don’t You Want Me? (Hooj Edit) 16. Snap! – Rhythm is a Dancer

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17. The KLF – 3AM Eternal 18. Crystal Waters – 100% Pure Love 19. Everything but the Girl – Missing (Todd Terry Mix) 20. Delerium ft. Sarah McLachlan – Silence 21. Absolutely Fabulous – Absolutely Fabulous 22. 2 Unlimited – No lIMIT 23. Motiv8 – Rockin’ For Myself 24. Melt – B Liquid 25. Deee-Lite – Groove Is in the Heart 26. Legend B – Lost in Love 27. La Bouche – Be my Lover 28. Grace – Not Over Yet 29. Cosmic Baby – Fantasia 30. JX – You Belong to Me 31. William Orbit – Barber’s Adagio For Strings (Ferry Corsten Mix) 32. Chemical Brothers – Under the Influence 33. Age of Love – Age of Love (Jam & Spoon Stella Mix) 34. The Source ft. Candi Staton – You’ve Got the Love 35. The Shamen – Ebeneezer Goode (Beat Edit)

36. Future Sound of London – Papua New Guinea 37. Madonna – Vogue 38. Orbital – Halcyon & On & On 39. Crush – Jellyhead (Motiv8 Remix) 40. Itch-E & Scratch-E – Sweetness & Light 41. Whitney Houston – It’s Not Right, But It’s Okay (Thunderpuss Mix) 42. Nicki French – Total Eclipse of the Heart 43. Energy 52 – Café Del Mar (Kid Paul Mix) 44. N-Trance – Set You Free 45. Doop – Doop 46. Marmion – Schöneberg (Marmion Remix) 47. Humate – Love Stimulation 48. Mixmasters – In the Mix 49. Freefall ft. Jan Johnston – Skydive 50. Robin S. – Show Me Love 51. Tina Turner – Nutbush City Limits (90s version) 52. Push – Universal Nation 53. Quench – Dreams 54. C.M. – Dream Universe (S.Pace Radio Edit)

55. Livin’ Joy – Don’t Stop Movin’ 56. Ultra Sonic – Annihilating Rhythm 57. Sasha – Expander 58. Twenty 4 Seven – Slave to the Music 59. Moby – Move (Kid Paul Remix) 60. East 17 – It’s Alright 61. Dolly Parton – Peace Train (Holy Roller Mix) 62. Darude – Sandstorm 63. 2 Unlimited – Murphy’s Megamix 64. Vision Four 5 – Everything You Need 65. N Joi – The Anthem 66. Opus III – It’s A Fine Day 67. Jens – Loops & Tings (Invisible Man Remix) 68. Fragma – Toca Me 69. BZ feat. Joanne – Jackie 70. M-People – Movin’ On Up 71. Da Hool – Meet Her at the Love Parade (Nalin & Kane Remix) 72. Binary Finary – 1998 73. Daft Punk – Around the World 74. The Real McCoy – Another Night 75. San Trancisco – Punchanella 76. Dannii Minogue – Disremembrance 77. Sash! – Encore Une Fois 78. The Prodigy – No Good (Start the Dance)

79. Joey Beltram – Energy Flash 80. Technotronic – 7” Megamix 81. Orbital – Belfast 82. Der Dritte Raum – Hale Bopp 83. Liquid – Sweet Harmony (Way Out West Mix) 84. Jeff Mills – The Bells 85. Tokyo Ghetto Pussy – I Kiss Your Lips 86. Urban Cookie Collective – The Key, The Secret 87. Alex Party – Wrap Me Up 88. Kylie Minogue – Better the Devil You Know 89. Severed Heads – Dead Eyes Opened ’93 90. Paul Van Dyk – For An Angel 91. Moloko – Sing It Back (Boris Edit) 92. Sash! feat. La Trec – Stay 93. Livin’ Joy – Dreamer 94. Moby – Go 95. The Aztec Mystic – Knights of the Jaguar 96. Gat Decor – Passion (Do You Want It Right Now) 97. DJ Misjah & DJ Tim – Access 98. Felix – It Will Make Me Crazy 99. DJ Darren Brias vs DJ Peewee Ferris – I Feel It 100. CJ Bolland – The Prophet

@ohanthonio manages to adequately review the new Jessie J album in under 240 characters.

Amazing.

MILEY CYRUS IN ROLLING STONE Her most recent cover story with the rock giant is a revealing and surprisingly intelligent piece.

BRITNEY SPEARS: QUEEN OF THE DESERT

Britney graced the deserts of Las Vegas with about 7 minutes of her presence last week amidst the announcement she has just taken up a Vegas residency. The poor thing got out of her limo and had a look of perpetual fear in her face until she motioned back to the limo. QUEEN!!

CHER’S CLOSER TO THE TRUTH

Shit title, shit artwork – Outfuckinstanding album.

KATHY GRIFFIN vs CHAD MICHAELS

Why are gay icons Kathy Griffin and Chad Michaels BOTH playing Melbourne on the same night? I imagine this night is going to remind a lot of people of Sophie’s Choice come decision night.

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Rubbish autobiography (complete with a cringeworthy quote on its front cover from former Girls Aloud bandmate Cheryl “Jigaboo” Cole) has hit shelves and does a nice job of spinning Nadine and Sarah into the bad guys of Girls Aloud. Something smells awfully fishy!

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So, how exactly does this work guys? There’s four of you now!

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02. Culture Beat – Mr. Vain 03. Donna Summer – I Feel Love ’95 (Rollo & Sister Bliss Mix) 04. The OT Quartet – Hold That Sucker Down (Builds Like a Sky Scraper Mix) 05. USURA – Open Your Mind 06. JX – There’s Nothing I Won’t Do 07. Underworld – Born Slippy 08. The KLF feat.

Tammy Wynette – Justified & Ancient

CDs out to you soon Michele; in the meantime, enjoy the Top 100, which you can also stream IN FULL by pointing your web browser to http://goo.gl/CEbrY7

“ In the market for an album full of boring empowerment anthems? May I recommend Jessie J’s latest effort – I feel inspired to watch paint dry.”

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Ben Calderazzo [hot club swing] Douce Ambiance is Hot Club Swing’s third album how does this recording differ from earlier work?

This album consists of songs that we’ve grown to love over the last 10 years including some audience requests for recorded versions. Our last album featured mainly original compositions whereas this one only features one - but it’s a good one! Ha ha.

How was the album recorded?

Over two days in summer we set up and played ‘liveto-tape’ in a room, chosen for its superior acoustics, at the Scarecrow Patch theatre in Ceres. Our engineer was Zac Barter who has a great knowledge of mics and mic placement and really captured a very natural sound, which is difficult especially for instruments such as violin.

We basically did two takes of everything and just picked the best material.

Does the French Gypsy Swing style evolve or do you develop/alter the sound to suit your artistic impression?

We started off 16 years ago honouring the original sound of Django and Stephane from the 30s but since discovering modern French band Latcho Drom we really expanded our techniques and started taking more risks. I think that our individual styles tend to overlay the traditional approaches we’ve adopted, for example Rob, our bassist, comes from a hard bop, almost avant-garde lineage; Jez on rhythm guitar has strong Latin and Brazilian roots, Nadine loves her pop, Phil does folk and bush dance and my early influences were funk and hard rock. Those sounds just come through and that’s actually a good thing because it makes the band have a really unique sound due to the five members creating to it.

Has any of your work been used in a film?

We actually did supply some music for a couple of the Shoot Out film competitors a few years ago, that was fun to work with those guys.

How does the band approach the construction of the songs?

Normally one of us comes up with the main parts of the song including the melody and chord progression and we jam it out and make small changes. We then like to gig it for a few months to let it naturally take shape on the bandstand.

How long has this album been in the making?

It was only December 2012 that we decided to do it. It took about 6 months from preproduction rehearsals to the CDs being pressed. Things like artwork and licensing take a large chunk of time.

Do you enjoy performing live or recording more?

I wish we did more recording because I find it fascinating and although it’s a pressured situation you can relax to some degree as you have a second chance to do a better take. But we all love playing live - that’s where you tend to really be in the moment and take some chances.

But for a band like ours, we actually play live in the studio so it’s an interesting mix of the two so you still get the energy and spontaneity of a live band on record.

As the band has been together for sometime do you think it’s becoming a badge of honour to have played in HCS? We have had our fair share of core members over the years and special guests on clarinet, vibes, accordion, drums. It’s actually an honour for us to have these great players guesting with us and always brings a new vibe to the mix.

The Jungle Giants

genre that they are placed, abiding by the “rules or restrictions” of that genre. Sam explained that The Jungle Giants are not defined by genre. “I don’t really feel that confined into indie pop. We started with this youthful idea that is poppy and fun, but if we wanna write a sad song then there’s nothing really stopping that, and people will understand.

written By Xavier Fennell

It seems that in this day and age it’s becoming harder and harder to be successful as an indie band; one might attribute this difficulty to the plethora of indie bands that are present in the current industry. Therein lies a choice to be made: does a band take what is popular (in indie music) and make it their own with a near guarantee that records and tickets to shows will be sold, or do they take creative control of what they want to do and ignore the restrictions of genre themselves, risking album sales, record deals and the very fabric of time and space itself, but ultimately creating something original and interesting? Sam Hales of The Jungle Giants was happy to discuss whether I was talking absolute shit, the nature of indie music, and the release of their new album and subsequent tour.

There is no doubt that The Jungle Giants have achieved a great deal of success in a short amount of time, scoring a place on the Splendour in the Grass line-up, one of Australia’s largest festivals. “…

That was absolutely psycho. We played the third day and we tried to restrain ourselves whilst watching our buddies Dune Rats getting loose after playing the first day. After I came off stage I didn’t even know how to feel. It was just surreal.”

With current speed that the digital age allows us to share information with each other, it is understandable as how bands are able to achieve a fan base as quickly as they do. It would also be understandable that a band would be happy to continue on in the

“It’s kind of a scary thought to think that genre restricts people. I like to think that we grow and our music grows and our influences change. On the album we have some really slow ones. ‘Truth May Hurt’ is a bit of a jam, almost a psychedelic slow song. We like to keep things changing and growing.”

With their tour beginning on October 3rd in Hobart it will be interesting to see where The Jungle Giants take their live sound and their intentions creativity.

Sam was enthusiastic about preparations and inspirations for the tour that would take them around Australia: “We’ve been practising a lot for the tour and playing around with dynamics through high and low points in songs. Unknown Mortal Orchestra are really good at that stuff and they inspired us to do something like that. Even people who don’t really know or understand the ins and outs of music can feel when a drop is coming, a kind of human intuition.

It’s really interesting.”

The Jungle Giants are the kind of guys that restore your faith in the music being created in the world today – Sam was building a makeshift home recording studio when I called him. The Jungle Giants might have gained a decent amount of popularity in recent times (33,000 Facebook ‘likes’ – not bad), but these guys are keeping it real.

When&Where: The Hi-Fi, Melbourne – October 4; The Karova, Ballarat – October 5; The Hi-Fi, Melbourne – October 6 (U18)

Dave Graney wiritten by Tex Miller

Interviewing someone as prolific as Dave Graney can at first be a little daunting giving the illustrious music career he has led over the past three decades. With countless records in his back catalogue as well as several musical projects over the years, where do you begin? At the time of having a chat to Dave for his upcoming performance at Courthouse ARTS for his ‘A Conversation in the Key of…’ he is travelling home from doing his weekly radio show Banana Lounge Broadcasting on Triple R and is at the train station.

Given the tone of his voice, it’s easy to tell that Dave leads a busy rock star lifestyle and at most times has many projects on the go, yet it’s always good to be busy. “I’ve been playing guitar for my partner Claire Moore’s band The Dames; it’s an all female trio but there is some other backing musicians. I write a monthly column for the Melbourne Review, I’m working on another novel at the moment, which is in its fourth draft, and also another solo record. It’s a busy time, but I love it that way.”

The latest album for Dave Graney and the MistLY is You’ve Been in My Mind. Talking about the process behind the release, Dave relates that it was quite a quick process, due to having the material ready to go.

“We knew the material back to front and we laid the whole album down in a day. That’s the kinds of records that I like to make; everybody gets a kind of buzz of just belting it out and it’s quite exciting. It makes the recording environment a lot more relaxed as well.”

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From the beginning, Dave has always written songs on the guitar and when they have translated into band format, has sung them and let the band take care of the instrumentation. “In a way, I wish that I could return to doing that. It’s a different style of playing music in relation to just focusing on being a singer.

That said though, I do like playing guitar and I think that my songwriting over the years has become a lot more about the groove and the snappy title. If a song has those things, then I’m into it.”

In 1995, Dave won the Best Male Artist at the ARIA awards. For most musicians, heading to one of the ceremonies is a dream rather than a reality. Glitz and glamour aside, what is being there like? “It’s a pretty uncomfortable experience because it’s really a TV event. I went a couple of years in a row and if I was asked to talk, I did my best to stuff it up. They would tell you what to do all the time and had a script for you to read that some idiot’s wrote and you’re supposed to read it, but I just said what I wanted to. I haven’t been invited back since…”

Dave Graney is headed to Geelong and is excited about the opportunity to perform alongside Genghis Can’t Swim. As Dave tells me, it’s always good to keep things spontaneous. No doubt we can expect a tale that will rival Stephen Cummings’ moth story, but we’ll just have to wait and see.

When&Where: A Conversation in the Key of @ Courthouse ARTS – October 13.

when&where: Saturday 13 Oct - Potato Shed, Drysdale; Saturday 26 Oct - Woodbin Theatre, West Geelong (CD launch; matinee & evening shows) and Sunday 24 Nov - Scarecrow Patch, Ceres.

What is your fave song of the album?

We recorded more than we needed so we picked the best 13 of those and saved a few for B-sides etc. It’s actually hard to pick just one, but I’d go with ‘I Surrender Dear’ - it’s a ballad; I can’t go past a beautiful ballad with great chord changes to explore. We all agree that if we were the sort of band to release a single it would have to be ‘Five Foot Two, Eyes of Blue’ - it’s just so catchy and swings like mad!

How can people get hold of the new album?

Well we’re a bit behind the times but rest assured, we

are working on getting digital downloads happening, but in the meantime the CD has beautiful packaging and artwork and can be ordered directly from us at hotclubswing@hotmail.com What is the funniest thing that has happened whilst the band was performing?

There are so many! Once we were playing a festival in Werribee and a cop stepped on stage and approached us. He reached into his jacket and pulled out a harmonica and asked if he could play a song with us. We weren’t exactly going to say no to a uniformed, armed officer!

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Austen Tayshus written by By Natalie Rogers

Oh the eighties! Love them or hate them, they were a time of change, a time for movers and shakers. It was the decade we emerged out of the shadows and embraced then showcased our unique culture. Paul Hogan threw another shrimp on the barbie, our Prime Minister held the Guinness World Record for sculling a schooner and Austen Tayshus released ‘Australiana’.

Released in 1983, ‘Australiana’ still stands today as this country’s highest-selling single, holding onto the No.1 spot for eight weeks. Although Austen Tayshus (also known as Sandy Gutman) had already found favour among the crowds at Sydney’s first comedy store, the release of this unmistakeably Australian, cleverly worded and flawlessly executed spoken-word comedy single, propelled him onto the national stage.

So to help celebrate the single’s 30 th anniversary, Austen Tayshus is hitting the road, travelling the country well into 2014. However, the good people of Queenscliff will not have to wait too long because he’ll be appearing at the beautiful and iconic Vue Grand Hotel this month! Recently I sat down with the man, the myth, the legend that is Austen Tayshus to find out what he has in store.

“I’m excited to be touring around the country on the back of ‘Australiana’, which is thirty years old this year. I’m very much an improvisational comedian.

Onstage is where I get my best ideas, and I muck around with the audience. It’s a really interactive show. I’m a clever comedian; I use social satire and it involves knowledge of current affairs. I talk about what’s going on in the world, so it’s fairly switched on. I’ve never been interested in lowbrow. But don’t get me wrong, there’s vulgarity in my show, but there’s a point to it usually!” he joked.

Though some may be content to coast along on past success, Austen Tayshus is not, and over the years he’s popped up just about everywhere, performing over ten thousand shows across six different countries, from stand up shows to film cameos – even hosting rock festivals, appearing alongside Aussie icons Mental as Anything, INXS, Cold Chisel, Midnight Oil, Uncanny X-Men and Richard Clapton.

“I used to do gigs with the biggest rock bands in Australia ... I know all those people, and I’d rather not hang around with them! [laughs]. I’m a little bit rock and roll; in a way I was a bit of a rock star with

‘Australiana’. It was such a gigantic success! I love music. I like rock ‘n’ roll, but I also love classical music, as well as jazz, funk, punk, the blues – I love the whole scene. I guess you could say I’m a bit of an all-rounded man! [he says in a cheesy American accent].

That’s no joke. For years Austen has had a finger in many pies. By the nineties he fulfilled a lifelong dream of returning to the US (after leaving New York at the age of six for Sydney) to pursue a movie career. “I got a small part in ‘Sliver’ with Sharon Stone and a movie called ‘Holy Smoke’ with Kate Winslet and Harvey Keitel. I also co-wrote a film there called Dream Factory about my last day in Hollywood trying to sell a script. It was a lot of fun making that film – I worked with good actors.

“It was very exciting because I love the movies – I’m a graduate of film school. Cinema has always been something I’m very excited about, and I love being in Hollywood; I just love being there hanging out with people in the business. I love the film business as much as I love the comedy game, and one of my daughters lives in San Francisco now.

Back in Australia in 1997 I co-wrote and starred in a short film called Intolerance.” It went on to win best film at Tropfest and won him the coveted prize of Best Actor. Other notable credits include EmmaKate Croghan’s ‘Strange Planet’, Paul Fenech’s ‘Somewhere in the Darkness’ and Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Moulin Rouge’.

So for a man who loves to keep busy, I couldn’t help but wonder what other projects he has in the works. “I’m working on a movie at the moment – my own feature film. It’s called Asylum Psycho, but I can’t go into much detail as to what it’s about at the moment. And I’m working on a sitcom called ‘A Long Way to the Bottom’, which is basically a wrapup of my career; all the highs and lows, and it’s pretty funny. I’m also doing quite a bit of writing for the Herald and I’m going to Los Angeles next week to do a couple of shows.”

So catch this comedy legend before we lose him to the States again. And to entice you further he left me with these parting words: “I’m very tall, very handsome and very fit – like Hugh Jackman, you know? I might even wear a t-shirt that’s a little bit torn,” he teased. “So if you’re in the mood for sophisticated Aussie humour, bring a few of your mates and turn them on to Austen!”

When&Where: Grand Vue Hotel, Queenscliff – October 18

short courses Life Drawing

Basket Weaving

Basic Sewing

Introduction to Pottery

Cost: $260.00 or $35 casual Starts: Monday 7th October Duration: 8 Weeks Times: 6-8pm Cost: $270 Starts: Monday 7th October Duration: 8 weeks Times: 6-9pm

Mixed Media Collage & Art Journaling

Cost: $260 Starts: Thursday 10th October Duration: 8 weeks Times: 10-1pm

Cost: $260 Starts: Wednesday 9th October Duration: 8 weeks Times: 6-9pm Cost: $340.00 Starts: Monday 7th October Duration: 8 Weeks Times: 6-9pm

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Recycled Garden Art & Sculpture

Cost: $340 Starts: Wednesday 9th October Duration: 8 weeks Times: 6-9pm

Felting

Cost: $270 or $45 casual Starts: Wednesday 9th October Duration: 8 weeks Times: 6-9pm

Release Your Creativity With Art @ Wholefoods Café!

Our courses are based on the handmade, recycled and the more tactile methods of making art & craft. Art & craft that satisfies the soul!

Make a connection with other like minded creatives. It’s a great place to be if you are, or want to become more arty and crafty!

For more info please call Diversitat Arts on 5221 6044, or online at www.diversitat.org.au or find us on facebook ‘Diversitat Arts’ FORTEMAG.COM.AU

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COSTUMES OF KING KONG PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

This exhibition features a display tracing the creation of the costumes for King Kong, by Tony Award winning costume designer, Roger Kirk. This photographic display, with images

by James Morgan, was curated for Melbourne Spring Fashion Week and moves from costume sketches through the development process, showing behind-the-scenes images of these stunning creations coming together, and culminating in the final costume shots from the production.

Where: GPAC Foyer, GPAC, 50 Little Malop Street, Geelong, VIC. WHEN: Oct 8-12.

PHONE: 5225 1200.

INFO: www.gpac.org.au

MY LIFE AS A PIANO

Adventures with the piano played and told by performer/pianist Jan Preston and her band “My Life as a Piano is about my lifelong obsession with pianos. Some people pick up stray cats, I pick up pianos. I just find them, or maybe they find me”.

Jan Preston’s My Life As A Piano is a toe tapping upbeat boogie show of songs and music, presented with a contemporary take on the honky tonk piano tradition. The show is delivered with lashings of humour and charm and contains unforgettable autobiographic stories; often uproarious, sometimes poignant, all interwoven with never before seen images, and presented by knockout boogie pianist and singer, Jan Preston, with her trio.

Where: The Potato Shed, 41 Peninsula Drive, Drysdale, VIC. WheN: Sat Oct 5.

PHONE: 5251 1998.

INFO: www.janpreston.com

That Nature/Culture Thing by Rosalind Lawson.

VINTAGE & SECOND HAND CLOTHING MARKET.

The Belmont Market is undergoing a change and as part of this we are introducing new themed days, beginning with the Vintage and Pre Loved Clothing Market.

Whilst the details for this exciting new event are still being finalised we are hoping to build some interest for potential store holders who have vintage, designer and high quality second hand clothing they would like to sell.

There will be limited spaces available for this new and exciting dedicated themed area, so if you or your friends wish to purchase a site you’ll need to be quick!

For more information or to book a site please contact us.

Where: BVAC, 1 Barwon Heads Road, Belmont, VIC. WHEN: Oct 20, 8.30am-12.30pm PHONE: 5243 7718 EMAIL: bvac@geelongcity.vic.gov.au INFO: geelongaustralia.com.au/events

CENTRAL HIGHLANDS ARTS ATLAS

MICROSCAPES – new paintings by Chelsea Gustafsson

ArtsAtlas is building a community of people who like to share what they do with others and who also like to know what’s going on. It has been developed with artists, organisations and cultural groups in mind. Its aim is to bring people together, to share what’s going on and to celebrate what makes this part of the world just that little bit special.

We invite you to be part of this growing community, to share your events, tell us and show us what you do.

You can subscribe to the monthly e-news or check in to see what’s happening on the calendar.

ArtsAtlas is supported the City of Ballarat’s Arts and Culture Unit, Ballarat Arts Alive and VicHealth’s LEAP program.

INFO: www.artsatlas.com.au

Chelsea’s oil paintings detail the minutiae of the everyday with delicacy and humour.

Her painting style is intricately detailed and executed. Chelsea often includes unexpected elements such as hand stitching and embroidery, referencing the domestic arts.

Chelsea is a resident of Barwon Heads and Boom Gallery has exhibited her work several times over the previous two years.

Where: Boom Gallery, 1 Rutland Street, Newtown, Geelong, VIC. WheN: Sept 19- Oct 12.

INFO: www.boomgallery.com.au

BALLARAT TEXTILE NETWORK: DIVERSIFICATION

The Ballarat Textile Network celebrates its fifteen year anniversary in 2013 with this exhibition showcasing the diversity of practice among its 70-strong membership.

The group was established in 1998, to provide a forum for Ballarat artists interested in textile arts to come together in the sharing and broadening of knowledge of the many ways to work with, understand and conserve fibre.

A variety of techniques and styles is included, from delicate embroideries to sturdy woven barbed wire baskets. Other techniques used are embroidery, collage, basketry, quilting, tapestry weaving, eco-dyeing, felting, fabric printing and stitching, silk dyeing and garment-making, applique, cast, hand made paper, jewellery and papier maché.

Where: Art Gallery of Ballarat. 40 Lydiard Street, Ballarat, VIC. WHEN: Sept 21-Oct 20.

PHONE: 5320 5858.

INFO: www.artgal@ballarat.vic.gov.au

THE 39 STEPS

by John Buchan The 39 Steps is a fast-paced, side-splitting comedy for all the family, featuring 150 characters played by four actors, based on the 1935 Hitchcock spy thriller movie and novel by John Buchan.

Handsome hero Richard Hannay meets a mysterious woman, who reveals a plot to smuggle military secrets out of the country.

That night, she is found murdered in his apartment. With the police and international spies hot on his heels, Hannay races to solve the mystery of the man with the missing finger. His heart-racing adventures involve death-defying escapes from planes, trains and automobiles with the beautiful blonde bombshell Pamela by his side.

Where: The Capital, 50 View Street, Bendigo, VIC. WHEN: Oct 18-19.

PHONE: 5434 6100.

INFO: www.thecapital.com.au

THE FOREIGNER – Torquay Theatre Troupe

ALSO AT BOOM… Rue Cler Market

....ever so quietly Rue Cler Market has begun serving breakfast and gallery lunch at Boom.

It’s now time to let you know! Andy Pye, owner/chef of Rue Cler Market, presents an innovative, artistic menu featuring local produce as the hero in a simplistic yet elegant way. Takeaway breakfast options from 8am with Cartel coffee. Cooked breakfast menu from 9:30am, lunch 12 -2:30 with take away options too. Coffee bar open Wed - Sat until 4pm.

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As the weather improves and the year draws to a close, it is always good to have a bit of a laugh. And that is just what Torquay Theatre Troupe will help you to do when their next production, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, opens at the end of October. This devilishly funny play demonstrates what can happen when a group of people in a fishing lodge in Georgia, USA are introduced to a stranger who, they believe, is unable to speak English.

And how does an extremely shy and unhappy Englishman cope with being the centre of attention as the reluctant foreigner? What should he do with the secret information he overhears? Charlie’s dilemma, and the situations that arise from it, will have audiences laughing out loud as each comic surprise is revealed.

Where: 16 Price Street, Torquay, VIC. WHEN: Oct 31-Nov 9.

PHONE: Marie on 5261 9035.

INFO: www.ttt.org.au

ANH DO - THE HAPPIEST REFUGEE LIVE!!

Anh Do’s bestselling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cry, and was described

by Russell Crowe as “the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years.” Anh’s new stage show takes it a step further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story.

When one of Australia’s most talented comedians delves deep into his own life’s joys and sorrows, the result is an unforgettable night at the theatre that leaves an audience uplifted and quite simply experiencing... happiness.

Where: Wendouree Centre for Perfoming Arts, 1220 Howitt Street, Wendouree, VIC. WHEN: Oct 11.

PHONE: 5338 0980.

INFO: www.wcpa.com.au

arts news from around town – and beyond!

Diversitat Arts Much has been accomplished since Diversitat Arts and Events developed specialised short courses that run from Wholefoods Café. In 2013, the dedicated art and craft space has offered: • Basic Sewing • Recycled Garden Art & Sculpture • Basket Weaving • Felting • Life Drawing • After School Art Club • After School Pottery The short courses have become a successful extension of Wholefoods Café and carry with them a similar ethos, where Wholefoods products are healthy, holistic and earth friendly. The classes are based on handmade and tactile methods of making art with a strong focus on recycling and the environment. All classes have proven to be popular with women wanting to learn something new and hands-on. Many participants have expressed that they are fulfilling long-time interests and exploring creative practice as relaxation and a place to reenergise.

As you walk into Diversitat Wholefoods you can’t help but feel inspired to overhaul your lifestyle. The light aroma of coffee lingers through the air, and the rustic feel of the shop transports you back to the times when milk was delivered to our doorsteps and when McDonald’s stores were as rare as diamonds.

The shop is filled with an endless range of organic and health products that are distinctive and exclusive to Wholefoods. From unique breads, nuts, beans, herbs and spices, to relishes, jams and sweets, you are sure to find the ideal ingredient for your next gourmet meal.

In addition to the adult classes we are offering the following classes for youth:

The After School Pottery Cost: $220.00 Duration: 8 weeks Date: Wednesday, 9th October Times: 4-5.30pm The After School Art Club (6-9 year olds) Cost: $190.00 Duration: 8 weeks Date: Wednesday, 9th Oct Times: 4-5.30pm The After School Art Club (10-18 year olds) Cost: $200.00 Duration: 8 weeks Date: Thursday, 10th October Times: 4-6pm A group of extremely talented local artists are facilitating the course where you can expect the unusual. Take our life drawing class for example; headed up by local artist Janne Kearney, you can expect some traditional life drawing models.

Then to mix it up you will experience costume drawing with a difference, as we introduce models from our local cultural communities in full costume relevant to their cultural background.

The classes are conducted in Wholefoods Café which offers an incredible ambiance and relaxing setting. Janne will tutor you throughout the classes bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and skill.

If you are inspired to get creative contact Diversitat Arts on 5221 6044 or email luisa. lafornara@diversitat.org.au and visit our website for the full range of courses available starting in October 2013 diversitat.org.au/artsand-events

Songwriting Workshop with The Evening Cast Are you a local musician that has, like me, been struggling to write a song for some time? Have you, when sitting down at your instrument of choice, become frustrated when the perfect riff pops into your head but no words will come? If the answer to both these questions is yes, then pick up the phone and enrol in the Songwriting Workshop at Courthouse ARTS that starts on October 12. Recently I sat down with Ross Mueller and Chelsea Hatherall from Courthouse ARTS to find out a little about this fantastic opportunity.

Run by local indie-folk outfit The Evening Cast, the five-session Songwriting Workshop gives up and coming musicians the opportunity to get a hands-on intensive look at the creative process of the fivepiece who have toured Australia over the past few months in support of their latest single, ‘Heartbeat’.

The sessions, which will run between 1-4:30pm throughout October and November, culminates with a showcase performance of the songs written during the workshop on the 30th of November.

The original showcase was to be on the 23rd of November, yet that weekend also corresponds with the Queenscliff Music Festival and thus has been moved a week later.

One of the most exciting aspects about the workshop to me is the prospect of being able to jump up and perform your song alongside the band, or have the band play it for you. The majority of the Courthouse ARTS events are staged within the theatre space, yet given the intimacy of this program through the limited spaces available of which there are 10, the gallery downstairs is going

to provide a more intimate and cosy feel to the event, as Ross relates: “Having a song circle with the participants and the band is going to create something a little different to what we have offered previously. It’s going to depend on the songs written, but we are hoping for the participants to take away a songbook where you might walk away with two songs, you might walk away with ten, but only one that you like. These guys are a great original live band, and how they work together to create combined with an unfamiliar environment to work in will spark creativity.”

As one of the associate artists with Courthouse ARTS over the past two years, lead singer for the group, Joel Cooper, ran an ensemble dance and choreography workshop last year to rave reviews, and on the back of that was going to reprise that this year – and then the concept for the Songwriting Workshop came to fruition.

“Joel is really passionate about this event, and I think that the success of the workshops is a credit to Geelong and the music scene. The Evening Cast are a Geelong band and they have launched their album here but toured to Sydney and Adelaide and Brisbane.

To do that with original music is really significant and shows that Geelong really has a voice and [that] a lot of young musicians have an interest in playing original music rather than covers,” Ross said.

Places in the workshops are limited. I’ve got my tickets, do you?

When&Where: Courthouse ARTS – October 12 through November 16. Showcase – November 30.

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Dark Light Meditations

by Amanda Sherring If, like me, you’ve picked up the occasional spoon and had an impromptu jam session on the dirty dishes, then you’re not far off what the teenagers in The Noise Scavengers do. Just minus the rhythmic ability.

Sometimes we get so confined to traditional instruments that we forget just how much around us can make beautiful sounds. Luckily, that’s what the group will remind us of in their free experimental music performance, Dark Light Meditations.

After forming in 2008 under the guidance of James Hullick, from The Click Clack Project and Cloverdale Community Centre, The Noise Scavengers have worked on creating things with a “found sound” aesthetic. Basically, anything the group can get their hands on, and that makes some sort of sound, will somehow become part of their show.

But it isn’t quite as simple as getting some old pots and pans and creating a musical performance straight off the bat. The group

undergoes a series of workshops to fully prepare them on how to create sound art.

Which as Hullick describes on his website as “any creative activity that prioritises listening and the experience of sound”. Through found sound, electronica, recordings, and other audible delights the group will perform a meditation on the impermanence of existence.

As they collide broken and found objects together, the performance hopes to illuminate the inner subconscious world of the performers. Coming from Corio, the teens are privy to a variety of sounds and will no doubt introduce your ears to things they’ve never heard before.

As well as generally guiding the group, Hullick is actually the director for all the groups’ performances. Not only does Hullick direct The Noise Scavengers, he is also the director of management and the artistic director for JOLT Arts Inc. With his passion for sound art there’s no denying that the group is in safe hands.

Since they formed in 2008, the group have shared their sonic art to locals in a variety of venues across Melbourne and Geelong, and as a result of their popularity have recorded three albums.

The Noise Scavengers have even played multiple shows alongside respected musicians from the BOLT Ensemble and the Amplified Elephants including, The Desert, Monuments, The Mountain and a show at Federation Square, MONOLITHICA. Aside from giving the teens a once in a lifetime opportunity and a chance to make some pretty amazing sound art, The Noise Scavengers is a chance for them to boycott the rough teenage years that many of us get exposed to. Instead of looking for a set of wheels to steal, the kids are looking for objects to create something beautiful with.

Dark Light Meditations follows on from their successful show last year, Broken Down Meditations and will no doubt be just as successful as the last. So open your mind and ears to something a little different, as The Noise Scavengers perform a few free shows at Courthouse ARTS in Geelong.

WHEN&WHERE: Courthouse ARTS, Theatre Cnr Gheringhap and Little Malop St Thursday 3, Friday 4 and Saturday 5 October 7:30 – 8:30pm

The Gordon For those with a passion for design, The Gordon design courses offer unique and comprehensive programs. Studying graphic design opens the doors to many career pathways – from working as a finished artist, corporate designer, to a freelance illustrator or even junior art director.

The Gordon currently offers a program in graphic design incorporating a Diploma and an Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design. This provides amazing pathways directly into industry or to further study such as a Bachelor Degree at Swinburne, Monash or the Academy of Design.

Run in The Gordon’s custom-built design studio, students study in an atmosphere replicating the day to day workings of a commercial design studio. Real clients, real briefs and real deadlines, students are learning on their feet to delivering finished artwork.

The Gordon staff are passionate and engaging and continually pass on to students their wealth of experience from their years in the design industry.

“My teachers are more like mentors. They are so encouraging and push me further to get the best outcomes from me. I am really grateful for the time my teachers have put into helping me develop my folio. This is an essential tool for finding future employment,” said Cassie Mackenzie, Advanced Diploma of Design student who recently completed her work placement with Adelaide brand agency, VOICE. “My work placement was an invaluable opportunity which has left me feeling inspired and enthusiastic about the future of my career,” Cassie continued.

The program equips students with theoretical and practical skills and knowledge for a career in their chosen field. With practical work placements students have the opportunity to interact in a professional environment whilst learning the practical skills of design. It fosters the ability to create design work appropriate to client needs with the clear understanding of industry standards working with a wide variety of techniques, technologies, business and industry providers.

Work placements are supported by The Gordon in which students will participate in brief taking, client meetings, and construction of client collateral. Working with national brands like Cotton On and global identity management companies like Cato Partners, the students work with the best in the industry.

Karl Morris Managing Director of GOOP,

Geelong web specialists, loves Gordon students so much he employed one. “Brendan Govan really knew the tools and he was really up to speed with the latest technology. His work outcomes have been great and our clients are seeing the results.”

A highlight of the program now includes the opportunity to participate in an overseas study tour to Singapore to further develop their global perspective of design. During the tour they will be meeting with Singaporean clients and develop insights into how different cultures engage with design. “The students will expand their world view as global thinkers and return to Australia with a deeper understanding of the range of opportunities graphic design can offer,” said Jose Rodriguez, Graphic Design teacher at The Gordon.

If you’d like to see what The Gordon student have been up to they have their graduate exhibition in The Gordon Gallery 6 November – 21 November, Monday to Friday 11am –7pm.

The Gordon Design courses are full-time and have an intake in February. Students can expect 28 hours of class attendance each week over two semesters. For more information on the program visit the Gordon at thegordon.edu.au

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FILM REVIEWS

by anthony morris

Thanks for Sharing With a straightforward approach that leaves it feeling less like a movie and more like an illustrated educational pamphlet on sex addiction, Thanks for Sharing contains all the ingredients that an engaging story needs yet never really figures out a way to turn them into a living, breathing story. The focus is on three men, each struggling with sex addiction in their own way: Mark Ruffalo is Adam, who’s been sex-sober for half a decade but is still shaky when the sexually confident Phoebe (Gwyneth Paltrow) enters his life; Adam sponsors Neil (Josh Gad), a doctor court-ordered into the program who thinks he can bluff his way through; while Adam’s sponsor Mike (Tim Robbins) has to face the limits of his own cast-iron approach when his former junkie son reappears. The lessons here feel life-learned and authentic but the dramatic structure of each is completely without surprises. If you look like you’re doing well, it’s all going to fall apart; if things are falling apart, you’re going to get your act together. There are a few scenes where things briefly shift off these rails – Adam’s failed attempt to re-connect with a former flame who clearly has some fairly heavy issues of her own stands out – but for the most part it feels like the jagged edges you’d expect from people whose lives are so utterly dominated by one aspects of their personalities have been sanded off.

Charismatic performances help, and at least Neil’s storyline (involving a friendship with a fellow sex addict played by singer Pink) feels like it’s not drawn from a text book. At least there’s some fun facts to be learnt from all this: Who knew sex addicts have to avoid television, the subway, and masturbation?

The Turning Gravity There’s a small but growing trend at the moment for movies that take a small scale tale of survival – preferably one that takes place in an extreme locations – and just stick to telling that story. No flashbacks, no cutaways, no chunks of backstory: just someone going through the steps to survive. All Is Lost, which has been delayed until next year, has Robert Redford on a boat in the middle of the Indian Ocean and contains next to no dialogue; at least in Gravity Sandra Bullock has George Clooney to talk to, even if their location is on the very fringes of Earth’s atmosphere. They’re both astronauts on a routine space shuttle mission – which makes this historical fiction, if you think about it – to the Hubble space telescope when some Russian space activity turns a satellite into a swarm of bullet-like debris directly in their path. Clooney is playing an old hand at this being in space business, while Bullock is a slightly nervous scientist on her first mission: both are going to have to push themselves to the limit if they’re going to find a way to survive being stranded 600 miles above the Earth. The story is pretty straightforward once everyone gets into trouble: go there, do this, try that, if that doesn’t work go somewhere else, and so on.

The character stuff is fairly minimal as well, though there are a couple of talky moments where Bullock’s character goes into her past a little. But if you’ve seen the trailer you know all of that is a distant second to the visuals, which are stunning. This is a film that demands to be seen on the biggest screen you can find, as the bigger the screen the harder the isolation and magnitude of space will hit you. Filmed in long stretches of minutes-long takes where things gradually start to fall apart almost unnoticed, the repeated scenes where debris showers start to tear apart objects in the background then move towards the front of the (excellently handled) 3D frame are some of the most intricate and involved scenes of destruction you’ll see. The lack of sound here adds to the eeriness – there’s music and some sound effects, but much of the big destruction takes place in the silence of space. The tension relies on getting across just how small everything is compared to outer space – if you miss a handhold and drift away, that’s it forever – and the visuals hammer that home again and again in a way that’s impossible to shake off. Gravity is a film that doesn’t have a lot of tricks up its sleeve, but the ones it does have work extremely well.

Tim Winton’s The Turning is reportedly the best selling collection of Australian short stories ever, so adapting it into a three-hour collection of short films – each made by a different director and with a different cast – isn’t quite as crazy as it first seems. As you’d expect from Winton, it’s largely about boys and men mildly constrained by traditional Australian masculinity in locations almost always close to bodies of water (man, does he love the beach). There are reoccurring characters played by different actors (the booklet that is provided at screenings is a vital guide to who’s who), but no overarching story or big dramatic climax. Ironically, in this male-centric collection the standout short is “The Turning”, about a battered trailer park mum (Rose Byrne) who befriends a middle-class couple who turn out to be deeply religious. But many of the other shorts also impress, and some of the attempts at non-traditional narrative – a young boy’s disjointed memories, tales of a local hellraiser, an encounter on public transport told via dance – provide some much needed variety. If there’s an overall flaw it lies with the source material, which can be repetitive and one-note even once you realise that about half the stories are about the same man at different stages of his life. It’s a bold experiment and a good way to take in a lot of short films at once, but The Turning (which is having a limited run in select cinemas) is something more to be experienced than enjoyed.

Grown Ups 2 If you remember the first Grown Ups you’ll remember the story – Lenny (Adam Sandler) returns home for a high school reunion only to piss-fart around with his buddies – was pretty thin. Surprise! This sequel dispenses with the story altogether: Lenny’s moved back with his family, it’s the last day of school, no one goes to work, and things just … happen. What kind of things? Our adventure begins with Lenny (Sandler) waking up in his giant house only to discover a male deer staring at him.

So of course, he makes a mother-in-law joke; then the deer pisses on him. Scene after scene fails to be anything more than Sandler and his buddies – Chris Rock, Kevin James and David Spade – just hanging out having a good time. Sadly, this film’s idea of a “good time” is stuff like Rock asking his assshaking baby “did a do-do grenade go off in your diapers?”, while James has the ability to expel gas from three orifices at once. There’s a guy who got dumped because his partner “found me eating a banana … with my butt”; someone accidentally using a display toilet in a supermarket (“clean-up in aisle nine … and bring a bucket”); a jerk is tricked into bending over an ice-cream machine so it looks like the chocolate is coming out his butt; and yes, someone drunkenly makes out with a dog. But Sandler makes sure to keep the tone light and sweet: the fact that they’re now both fathers defuses one childhood conflict, and at least three of the kids are revealed be geniuses (one on piano, one singing, one at place-kicking) so presumably that’ll make someone out there feel good about their decision to have kids. At times this almost feels like a sketch movie, so disjointed are the guys’ various stunts and pranks; presumably the best moments will do well on YouTube. Grown Ups 2 is a film that celebrates old guys’ ability to waste time hanging out amusing themselves. Whether you choose to join them is up to you.

Runner Runner Rush Nothing makes sport more fun to watch than a good rivalry. And in the mid-70s, Formula One racing had a great one between the logical, robotic, abrasive Austrian Nikki Lauder (Daniel Brühl) and the swaggering British playboy James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth). They first met racing Formula Three cars, with Lauder (who came from a wealthy family of serious businessmen, but had been disowned because he wanted to race) the up-and-comer against Hunt, who was lead driver on a team put together by an English lord (Christian McKay) as a bit of a lark. When the lord decided that if he was already spending the money on a race team he might as well have a Formula One race team, Hunt found Lauder already waiting for him, having bought his way on to a struggling team then pushing himself to the front with his technical know-how. And so the stage was set for the 1976 Formula One season – Lauder defending his title; Hunt desperate to prove he was the best, each with very different racing styles (Lauder played the percentages and hated risk; Hunt drove by the seat of his pants) but both willing to do almost anything to beat the other. Director Ron Howard does a solid job of contrasting the two drivers, and despite what the promotional material might have you believe this is as much Lauder’s film as it is Hunt’s – more in fact, as Hunt himself is a fairly straightforward character and much of his off-track life largely involves the string of women he beds, most notably his wife, model Suzy Miller (Olivia Wilde), who left him for Richard Burton. Lauder is a more complicated figure; not so much uncomfortable around other people as aware that he seems abrasive and uninterested in changing that, trusting instead that results will win out over charm. All the race scenes are extremely effective, though not knowing how the rivalry pans out is certainly a help suspense-wise, but the film lacks the scope that would make it more than just a sports re-enactment. Here racing comes first; while Lauder and Hunt might approve, those after something more might feel a little let down.

Blue Jasmine: Woody Allen’s latest is a return to more serious character-based drama with a portrait of a mentally unsteady upper class socialite (Cate Blanchett) who’s forced to live with her sister after her financier husband (Alec Baldwin) is busted for fraud. Blanchett is amazing, the supporting cast is excellent, and Allen’s script, while not as broad comedy-wise as his last

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Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters: This not-exactly long-awaited sequel to the 2010 young adult update of the Greek legends is kind of fun while it lasts but is generally (a cameo from Nathan Fillion aside) pretty much totally forgettable. Will there be a third in 2017, or will the cast all be too old to play teenagers?

Riddick: Vin Diesel is back once again as everyone’s favourite see-in-the-dark space badass, and this time he’s back in a film that owes a lot more to the (good) Pitch Black than it does the (bad) Chronicles of Riddick. If you like your action smart and trashy, this is a hit.

White House Down: It’s like Die Hard in the White House, with

Richie Furst (Justin Timberlake) is a poor student struggling to make tuition at Princeton. So why should he steer his fellow students on to an online gambling site to make a little spare change? Hang on: couldn’t he get a regular job instead? Well, he did have a regular job on Wall Street until the big crash in 2008, and as he didn’t seem to be aware of these things known as “savings accounts”, he lost everything, hence his return to school and his need to gamble to pay his tuition. Only that doesn’t work out too well either, as the online poker site he uses turns out to be rigged. Furst isn’t going to put up with this, so he flies to Costa Rico – seems tickets to there are free – to confront the owner of the site that ripped him off, Ivan Block (Ben Affleck). Somehow he gets an invite to Block’s big party from his personal assistant/PR manager/sexy sidekick Rebecca (Gemma Arterton), despite her having no reason whatsoever to let him in, and in more good news Block is so happy to learn his site is ripping people off (okay, he’s happy to learn it in private rather than have it public knowledge) he promptly offers Furst a high-paying job doing something that’s only loosely defined. At first that seems like a flaw in the story, but no: turns out the job is loosely defined because Block needs a chump around to get beat up by the local cops when the bribes aren’t big enough, and when it looks like Block might have to skip town Furst is going to come in handy as a fall guy. Is Furst smart enough to wriggle out of the trap he’s in? Probably not, but as long as he’s got a couch cushion full of cash maybe he can buy his way out. Running almost exactly ninety minutes, this ticks all the boxes required of a “high stakes” thriller while skipping over the boring stuff that would make this an actual story rather than just a collection of cool scenes. Timberlake is likable enough as an Action Nerd, but it’s Affleck’s totally confident, utterly charming, completely sleazy bad guy that really makes this film. Keep an eye on that guy – he’s going to go far.

a bit of The Rock mixed in, so if you feel like watching both those films but only have time for one, this could be for you! Or you could just watch Die Hard again – that one never gets old.

Turbo: A being physically incapable of participating in a high speed race somehow finds the way to not only enter but win, thus proving that wanting something really badly is enough

to make sure you’ll get it even if it means breaking the laws of physics.

Planes: A being physically incapable of participating in a high speed race somehow finds the way to not only enter but win, thus proving that wanting something really badly is enough to make sure you’ll get it even if it means breaking the laws of physics.

Smurfs 2: Hank Azaria as bad guy Gargamel is once again the only watchable thing in this tale of a bunch of little blue creatures who, this time, are faced with evil-ish grey versions of themselves designed to make them naughty, so … oh who cares if you’re old enough to read.

You’ve got better things to do than watch this at a cinema.

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Regurgitator Theatre Royal, Castlemaine Friday, September 27 I’ve watched a lot of rock to get where I am. There’s nothing on this earth like a great live show. What makes Regurgitator stand out from the crowd is their uniqueness. They’re nice … different …unusual …

The last time I saw them live was at Rod Laver Arena, supporting Red Hot Chili Peppers in the mid90s. In the cosier confines of the Castlemaine Theatre they put in just as much energy, colour and movement for a smaller but no less appreciative crowd.

Opening trio Sun God Replica (featuring Luke McLennan – Meanies) warmed up the room with a tight set, channelling The Who and Cream, followed

by Wampire (Portland, Oregon), who also impressed. Regurgitator have fashioned a category all of their own. Locals and fanatical blow-ins alike danced non-stop to their one-of-a-kind roll call of hits with a smattering of newies. The setlist was decided as they read the audience du jour, with plenty from Unit and Tu-Plang.

When they hit the stage in matching jumpsuits, someone worried, “Jeez.

It’s the Wiggles!” By the time they broke into ‘I Will Lick Your Arsehole’,

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Cameron: Robert Hall’s Laid to Rest is a rather admirable indie slasher. While there are more low-budget slashers than one could shake a large bladed instrument at, very few of them understand how to work with what money they have and end up with a very cheap sheen. Hall on the other hand manages to deliver a reasonably well-written script with extremely memorable kills and characters.

Having begun as a special effects artist, Robert Hall knows how to make the most of his gore, and I’m willing to give any minor flaws in this film a pass because of how skillfully Hall shoots his death scenes. This film is coated in blood and is visceral to the extreme, so if that’s what you dig in horror, this film is for you.

On top of this we are treated to a rather creepy and original killer in Chromeskull, a knife-wielding psychopath who loves to play with and film his victims before brutally murdering them. Nick Principe plays him in both this film and its sequel (which I’m sure I’ll get to another week) and despite being both a mute and never removing his mask, he delivers a memorable performance.

Speaking of performances, this film is practically a who’s who of horror movie actors with veterans like Richard Lynch (Puppet Master III/Alligator II) and Sean Whalen (The People Under the Stairs/Idle Hands), as well as a pre-Game of Thrones Lena Headey. More importantly, it has two actors on loan from Gregg Araki films: Kaboom’s Thomas Dekker (also known as the only good thing in the Nightmare on Elm Street remake) and The Doom Generation’s Johnathon Schaech. Some of these actors get barely any screen time, but it’s still exciting to see them turn up.

Laid to Rest lacks a little in terms of plot and pacing but thrills, gore and sheer excitement more than make up for it.

Alastair: So, DC has decided to try something a little different this month. Rather than having a month of normal, superhero-y stories, we’re getting a month full of villains, complete with chaos,

such concern was put to bed. The language warning accompanying Regurgitator albums belies the often peppy pop tunes they weave between the hip hop and grunge. Lyrics are generally hilarious, covering socio-political ills, silliness and the totally random. Requests were acknowledged with hits delivered as if created yesterday: ‘Kong Foo Sing’, ‘Blubber Boy’, ‘Polyester Girl’, ‘Black Bugs’ and ‘! (The Song Formerly Known As)’, with joyful sing-along action coming out of the darkness. Bassist Ben Ely shared vocals with Quan Yeomans, who shredded and bopped between guitar and synth. Drummer Peter Kostic held the big bad beats together in matching jumpsuit, his of the short-pant variety.

A range of merch (CDs, vinyl, cassettes, stickers, buttons, Quan dolls and t-shirts) was bought and signed, the lads posing for photos with fans long after the music stopped. The Dirty Pop tour has plenty of gigs to go. Word has it this could be their last live shows for a long while so you’d be mad to postpone the opportunity. Super happy bouncy fun is to be had and their decades of experience make for a slick but flexible show.

If originality counts for anything, the ‘Gurge get my vote for National Living Treasures. By Chris Lambie

carnage and dastardly plots. Now, this might sound great, you might be thinking, ‘Oh, sweet! A whole month of Joker stories!’, but it’s not as good as it sounds. That’s not to say that villain’s month/ Forever Evil is a bad idea – villain heavy/herolite stories can work really, really well (like ‘Blink’ from season 3 of Doctor Who, to cross media for a minute) – but an entire month with only villain stories is a bit much.

Each new issue of DC’s New 52 lines has been “taken over” by one of its villains following the disappearance of the Justice League. For example, “Batman #23” became “Joker #1” and what would have been “Flash #24” became “Reverse-Flash #1”. There’s a new villain every issue, and while it does bring a few villains back into the spotlight, it really seems like overkill.

Some stories tie-in to the current storyline of their book (e.g. Reverse-Flash), and as a result fill the void left by the superheroing heavyweights.

Others (such as Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy, replacing two issues of Detective Comics) just seem out of place and unnecessary. So far, it’s been a bit hit and miss, so here are my picks: · Joker #1 (Batman #23.1) – Joker shows off his nurturing side. · Reverse-Flash #1 (Flash #23.2) – a great tie-in to the current Flash story arc. · Court of Owls #1 (Batman and Robin #23.2) – fantastic art from Jorge Lucas. · Lobo #1 (Justice League #23.2) – sure to stir things up a bit with Lobo fans!

The MDNA Tour (DVD/2CD) Interscope The truly jaw-dropping MDNA Tour is one of those visual feasts you won’t stop thinking about days after you view it. Whether you love her, loathe her, or are impartial to her, you cannot dispute all of the incredible things Madonna has done and said, and being an activist for over the years for not only women, but gay men the world over (and a long time before it was popular and chic to do so). You also cannot deny the woman knows how to put on a live show better than anyone else. From demonic creatures parading around the stage whilst Catholic priests (who later de-robe themselves, revealing they are actually shirtless male dancers clad in very high heels) bless the stadium, to the Tarantino-inspired blood-bath of ‘Gang Bang’ or the slackline/ tightrope walking for ‘Hung Up’, this is a non-stop tour de force – and what’s been mentioned is only the opening sequence. Madge covers the hits sufficiently on the tour, with live performances of ‘Papa Don’t Preach’, ‘Express Yourself’, ‘Open Your Heart’, ‘Justify My Love’, ‘Human Nature’ and ‘Like a Prayer’, with the most touching moment going to the reconstruction of ‘Like a Virgin’ as a waltz which, inter-spliced with an acoustic version of MDNA album track ‘Love Spent’, makes for gut-wrenchingly amazing television.

Perhaps the biggest surprise of the tour is the inclusion of Madonna’s children. Lourdes, her oldest daughter, worked backstage in costuming and props; whilst Rocco, her oldest son, has seemingly taken a shining to ‘The Life of Mum’ and has secured himself a spot on the MDNA dancers roster. And for a 12-year-old (!!!) the boy, like his mum, has sure got the moves. Nothing will top Madonna’s 1991 Blond Ambition Tour for sheer spectacle and, well, ambition – after all, it was the tour that would forever change the way pop stars put on pop concerts and is still to this day utilised by every single artist on the Top 40 charts – but the MDNA Tour is certainly up there with its innovation and forward-thinking narrative.

Madonna concerts are never just concerts: they are a two-hour art piece that will leave you gagging for more way past the closing credits.

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Ok, confession time: In my teenage years I was never a Magic Dirt fan, even though they were from Geelong and were even nice enough to do a songwriting workshop and performance at my high school at the height of their popularity. I was also not a fan of Adalita’s self-titled album when the band split.

However, All Day Venus is different. I don’t know if my tastes have matured over the years, or if Adalita is just doing something different. Her distinctive rock voice is still there; you can still tell this is an Adalita album. She can cut to the bone with her lyrics, and the melodies will give you chills. It’s an album about pain and heartache, but it’s still uplifting. She plays with a full band, but it’s only her you pay attention to.

The rest can fade into the background. ‘He Wrote’ is the highlight of the album, so wrought with emotion it’s hard not to connect. All in all it’s worth picking up. It’s not likely to make me go back over her back catalogue and give her another chance, but in and of itself, it’s worth at least a listen. By Cameron Brogden

The Clash Hits Back Sony If you don’t know who The Clash are, what are you doing here? If you don’t know The Clash, you’re not a music fan. And you need this more than anyone.

This is more than just a greatest hits album: it’s a visit to the distant past of 1982, at a time when the punk movement they had spearheaded was splitting into a dozen other subcultures. In that year, The Clash performed one of their greatest concerts at the Brixton Fair Deal. This two-CD set takes the setlist from that one glorious night and brings together the best studio versions of those songs and presents them to you, the listener, for two hours of pure punk heaven.All the classics are there: ‘London Calling’, ‘White Riot’, ‘Rock the Casbah’, ‘Train in Vain’, ‘Radio Clash’ and, of course, ‘I Fought the Law’. This album shows us what punk was, and what it should be like today: pure feeling turned into music; not about the talent of the musicians, not about how many different chords you can play, not even about your vocal ability. Punk was about all that aggression and anger coming out in something that pissed off your parents. It was about being a part of something bigger than yourself; being part of a movement. Not about which song looks better on a skate video or whining about how your dad didn’t hug you enough. Punk is dead, and its name is being spat on. By Cameron Brogden

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By the time you read this, Breaking Bad will be finished forever. Well, finished forever as far as new episodes are concerned; depending on how you’re watching it, you could be waiting up to a year or more before the saga of Walter White wraps up.

It wasn’t really all that long ago that a combination of technical and physical limitation meant that Australian audiences had basically no choice but to wait for a television series to air on free-to-air television out here if they wanted to watch it. VHS tapes were bulky and expensive to post even if you knew someone overseas who would record television programs for you, and if they were American shows you either needed an (even more expensive) VHS player that could play PAL tapes or you could pay (again, not cheap) to have them converted.

So pretty much until the start of the 21st century, a show finishing up in the USA meant nothing here but a whole lot of waiting. This situation might verge on having grandpa sitting in his rocking chair talking about the good old days in the mid-1990s when Channel Ten just decided to not show any new episodes of The Simpsons for more than a year – and this was between seasons four and five when The Simpsons was the best show on television – but it still has an influence on us today.

October 24th sees the release of the longawaited Alan Partridge movie Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa, in which Steve Coogan brings his long-running comedy character to the

big screen in a low-stakes tale of a hostage situation at Partridge’s radio station. Partridge has been around since the early ’90s, was a massive hit in the UK, was a massive influence on The Office, is still extremely funny and – thanks to various bungles in the ’90s and early ’00s – is largely unknown here.

That boils down to two factors: first, the three Alan Partridge television series (fake talk show Knowing Me Knowing You and the two series of I’m Alan Partridge) went to Seven rather than the ABC. Maybe the ABC didn’t want it; maybe Seven, which had done extremely well with Blackadder, figured they had another winner.

For whatever reason, they then threw all three series away in midnight timeslots, and then for various reasons (again, presumably due to the shows appearing on Seven and not the ABC, which has a deal with DVD distributor Roadshow) all three series have never been released in Australia on DVD. Oddly, later Alan Partridge series have been released here, including a couple of specials done to promote his “autobiography” and a series of internet shorts. But while they’re very funny, they’re not the best introduction to a character that at this stage has twenty years of history behind him.

How the movie will do out here is anyone’s guess; hopefully Steve Coogan’s name is enough to bring people in to see a movie about a character they’ve never heard of here.

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grogwatch Tractor Monkeys is back on the ABC! Well, by now it’s been back for a couple weeks, but trust me, back here in the past you can feel the excitement in the air, the buzz out there amongst the community as people everywhere get ready for the big clash between two teams all fired up and ready to battle to the death for the right to call themselves … oh wait, that’s the AFL Grand Final I’m talking about. Which is probably a first for this column because here’s a new flash: I don’t really care about the football.

Out of good taste and decorum and the fear of getting bashed I usually keep quiet about it, but with the football season now about as far away as you can get I figure there’s never been a better time to quietly point out that the seemingly never-ending redevelopment-slash-expansion of Kardinia Park is now officially a never-ending story that will continue to siphon money out of the community until all of us are long dead, and that it’s just maybe possible that this isn’t automatically an awesome thing for the people who happen to be part of the community.

I mean, just look at Kardinia Park: a fancy new impressive modern sports stadium with a bunch of giant light towers that dominate the Geelong skyline. Now look around Kardinia Park: a pretty shabby looking city.

It’s easy to say the two are unrelated, except that the big reason constantly trotted out for expanding the footy ground – or any case of giving public money to what is a private organisation – is that it “benefits the wider community”. Really? And yet Geelong still looks like a dump. Here’s a better way to benefit the wider community: GIVE THE MONEY TO THE WIDER COMMUNITY. Yes, this is going to be an entire column where I crap on about local politics and complain about the football ground; hopefully the cartoon on this page is funny, otherwise I’m going to be in real trouble.

My argument is this: thanks to the domination of sport in this town, whenever local politicians have to splash some cash to try and get re-elected, the first and only thing they do is promise more money to the sports ground. Why? Let’s quote a story from the Geelong Advertiser from July this year: “THE Cats have an $80 million plan to replace the Ford and Brownlow stands at Simonds Stadium.

Chief executive Brian Cook has given the Geelong Advertiser the first look at the stage four development. He said it was the key to futureproofing the club, keeping Geelong in Geelong and attracting other major sports and events. He said maintaining development momentum at the stadium was crucial and the time was right to start pressing for federal and state government support.

‘We see it as being more than a footy ground, we see it as being an icon in the community,’ Mr Cook said. ‘It’s taken us 12 years to get where we are and we’re half-finished.’”

Excuse me a moment, I’m just choking on “we see it as being an icon in the community”. It’s a football ground: they play football on it. You or I can’t go on there and have a picnic; we can’t even go on there to have a kick. It’s only good for sporting events, and realistically eight or nine months of the year it’s only good for official AFL club use: what about the parts of the community that aren’t interested in football? What do they get out of this “icon in the community”? A regular park is a multi-use space; a town square or other public place can also have multiple uses. But forget that, let’s ask for eighty million dollars of public money for a football ground that people will then be expected to pay to get into.

How about you guys do what almost all other forms of entertainment have to do if they want to build a better venue: raise the money through ticket sales. That way, if you can’t raise the money, you have a pretty good idea that people just don’t want what you’re selling badly enough. But in Geelong it’s just assumed that the appetite for football is literally insatiable. Meanwhile, on the stick end of the GFC’s carrot-and-the-stick argument, does

anyone really think the Geelong Football Club is going to leave Geelong permanently if it doesn’t have a ground that can seat 35,000 people? Even a crap Melbourne club hasn’t left Melbourne in two decades; it’s probably safe to say that the days of transplanting clubs wholesale are over, and gone with them is the “oooh, if you don’t give us all the toys we want we’re going to leave you” threat. Time to buy a new cracked record there guys.

According to this article, “The club’s funding proposal seeks $45 million from the Federal Government, $20 million from the state, $6 million from the City of Greater Geelong, $5 million from the AFL and $4 million from the club.” And to be fair to the Geelong Football Club, so what? That’s a drop in the ocean as far as the State and Federal Budgets are concerned. And it’s not like those particular branches of our system of government have ever shown the slightest reluctance to pour money into the stadium at Kardinia Park at every possible opportunity.

After all, we all remember – and yes, I’m being sarcastic here, I know no one remembers this crap but me – last year when it was revealed that the Federal Government had decided to slip the Kardinia Park expansion $10 million dollars from the Regional Development Australia Fund, despite it being against the RDAF’s own guidelines and there being over 60 projects judged as being more worthy of the money, including redeveloping the Geelong library. Seriously, a senior minister of the then-Labor government looked at the list of worthy regional projects – roads and community buildings and infrastructure and the like – and decided to move a Geelong football ground to the head of the queue. That’s some pretty impressive brand recognition: if the council had any sense they’d start slapping “Geelong Football Ground” on every road resurfacing and park tree-planting scheme they need funding for.

But hang on a second, grumpy Tony: didn’t you just say a paragraph or so back that the money being asked for is a “drop in the ocean” of the State and Federal Governments? If those dudes have loads of cash, what’s the problem with slinging a little the footy club’s way? The problem is that even at the best of times Geelong only gets a drop in the ocean of the State and Federal Budgets, and more often than not we get totally screwed by the big decisions – they’re building a $6 billion road tunnel in Melbourne that’s going to suck so much money out of the roads budget the much-needed expansion of the West Gate Bridge – which actually would help Geelong – won’t be

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happening until the 2020s at least, while the Regional Rail Link will make the train trip from Geelong to Melbourne longer and add more stops. And because the football ground is so high profile – and because, as previously mentioned, it’s a matter of faith in Geelong that money spent on the football ground is never money wasted, even if those giant new stands are only used a dozen times a year – when our leaders feel they have to put some money into Geelong for fear that otherwise they might get voted out, all they do is promise money for the neverending expansion of Kardinia Park and then go on their way.

Here’s the bottom line: thanks to our politicians’ limited interest in helping out Geelong, expanding the football ground gets in the way of Geelong getting other services and improvements. That’s because the money coming into Geelong is extremely limited (seriously, they’re going to spend six billion dollars on a road across the north of Melbourne that’s almost certainly going to make almost no difference to the traffic there; you could give Geelong a door-to-door monorail system with that much cash) and the football ground is attractive to politicians because it’s supposedly the one thing everyone here agrees on. If you built a new hospital in one part of town the other part will complain they’re missing out, if you spend the money on better public transport car drivers will complain; bringing government jobs here doesn’t help manufacturing, fixing up the library doesn’t help people who don’t read and so on and so forth – so why not just give the footy ground the cash and get the hell out of here.

Well, here’s the new news: not everyone in Geelong thinks we need to spend another $80 million on the football ground just yet, and some people might even think that politicians giving the footy club more money at a point when other projects need it more is a good reason not to vote for them come the next chance to vote them out. We have to vote for a new Mayor of Geelong soon; candidates for the job might want to think that over.

Tony “oh God I’m even boring myself” Montana

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