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WELCOME TO QMF 2013 G’day! Thanks for coming and voting (with your feet) that there is nothing wrong with the Australian music scene. In fact it’s booming. The acts we have on the bill this year were selected from over 700 or so that popped up on our radar. We have started to book bands not just for next year, but 2015. There isn’t any big bad promoter behind the Queenscliff Music Festival. It’s a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that only exists because of the support from its 550 plus volunteers, 50 or so really dedicated team leaders, a voluntary Board of Management, some great and very generous partners and a skeleton staff. We also have a great local community that lets us take over vast tracts of the town for more than just the three days of the Fest. We try to give back as much as we possibly can. One thing we are very proud of is the $29,000 we have given in the past three years to emerging
local artists. Check out this year’s recipients of our grants who are playing – Yirrmal & the Yolngu Boys, The Murlocs and Sweethearts. We also have a bunch of community groups contributing over the weekend who donate their time for some cash support in return. Our motto here is a weekend helping us out and serving you equals 52 sausage sizzles or thereabouts. You may notice the program guide is getting smaller. We thought if you don’t have a smartphone that can download our great mobile app, you could look just as cool with this in your pocket. So if you see some hipster head deep in their mobile device, just slide up next to ‘em and flick through this puppy with confidence and style. This doesn’t need a recharge and has all the same good info, lowdown and advice – which begins with “Have a great, safe and memorable Festival”! Yours in Great Australian Music – The QMF Family!
MIDNIGHT OIL TRIBUTE SHOW The Oils! More than just a rock’n’roll band. No band better exemplifies being Australian – self reliant, no bullshit, resourceful, willing to risk it all and a fair go for all. Formed in 1972, Rob Hirst (drums, vocals), Andrew “Bear” James (bass), Jim Moginie (guitars, keys & vocals), Martin Rotsey (guitar) along with singer Peter Garrett became known for the countless gigs they played during the late ‘70s, early ‘80s. In 1982, their album 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 was a monster success, likewise Red Sails in the Sunset and Species. Their 1986 Blackfella/ Whitefella tour through the outback with the Warumpi Band gave us Diesel and Dust. The Dead Heart, Put Down That Weapon and Beds Are Burning opened-up Midnight Oil to new audiences all over the world. What followed was a whirlwind decade with acclaimed releases Blue Sky Mining (1990), Earth and Sun and 6
Moon (1993) culminating at the closing of the 2000 Sydney Olympics with the word ‘Sorry’ emblazoned across their shirts. In 2002, Midnight Oil officially disbanded with Garrett entering politics. Their legacy still resonates! Midnight Oil Tribute Show – Various Artists – Hippos Stage, Saturday 6-7pm
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ALISTER TURRILL It would be a generalisation to group 21-year-old Alister Turrill with other young roots players. His style blends a true form of blues with complex song writing seldom seen in someone so young. 2013 has seen Alister Turrill unleash his debut album Reverence & Resonance, a collection of original, raw, passionate and honest songs. “It’s refreshing to witness live a craftsman at work and Alister Turrill playing his lap steel guitar is one of those unique experiences” – Michael Carrucan, Director of Queenscliff Music Festival. Stoked-On-Hesse, Saturday 1–1.45pm QMF Family Express, Saturday 5 & 6pm
BABY ET LULU Baby et Lulu is the charismatic musical partnership between Abby Dobson, songstress extraordinaire and former front-person for the platinum selling Leonardo’s Bride and Lara Goodridge, violinist/singer with the celebrated string quartet FourPlay. Along with their superlative band, they pay tribute to the great singers and songwriters of France with panache and joie de vivre. It’s a rendezvous you don’t want to miss!
Vue Grand, Saturday 3–4pm Hippos Stage, Sunday 12–1pm
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ANDREW SWIFT & THE RATTLESNAKE CHOIR From the south-east suburbs of Melbourne reside Andrew Swift & The Rattlesnake Choir, four musicians that create and perform the kind of music that stays with you for more than the length of a CD or a 45 minute set. After being a solo singer/songwriter for several years, Swift headed to El Paso, Texas to record his debut album. Upon his return home, The Rattlesnake Choir was formed. With work mate Colin Dawson on guitar, old mate Matt Davenport on bass and Swift’s high school drum teache, Nathan Hill already on board, Swift’s live sound was full. Lombardy’s On Hesse, Saturday 2–2.45pm Queenscliff Inn, Saturday 3.45–4.30pm
BLUE KING BROWN Their power packed live show is second to none and now world renowned, Blue King Brown have played across the planet, through Europe, UK, Canada, USA and Japan. Once again pushing genre boundaries and breaking new sonic grounds, their new album saw them working alongside the legendary Sly & Robbie, special guests such as Queen Ifrica and Jah Mason, engineers such as James ‘Bonzai’ Caruso, Colin ‘Bulby’ York from Kingston, Jamaica and Chris Macro. Do not miss the opportunity to see this band! Lighthouse stage, Friday 9.30–10.30pm
BUDDHA IN A CHOCOLATE BOX A five-piece rare alternative/folk outfit sticking to their Southern stomp roots, their journey is to develop and spread an Australian folk sound. The frontman is unpredictable and joined by raw vocalist Adrian Calvano, who also wields the guitar, wild-bearded Shane Baker on the bass, Matty “Fiddler” Pitman on his enchanting violin, Jase Mulley on lead guitar and skin-slapping Gavin Kelly on the drums. After initially spending their nights packing out pubs, Buddha in a Chocolate Box spread their wings and launched their debut EP, The Keep on Keepin’ On, in 2010.
BUSBY MAROU Folk-inspired pop outfit Busby Marou are making a serious impact on the Australian stage. Jeremy Marou, a proud Torres Strait Islander, has a unique and rare musical talent. He excels on just about every instrument he touches including ukulele, bass, drums and piano. However, it is his natural ability on the guitar that makes you stop and listen. This, combined with Thomas Busby’s distinctly Australian way of sharing stories, has developed into a unique Australian songwriting flavour with cracking harmonies, breathtaking musicianship and a natural feel for each other’s guitars.
Lombardy’s On Hesse, Saturday 12.45–1.30pm QMF Family Express, Saturday 3 & 4pm
Lighthouse Stage, Saturday 1.30–2.30pm
CHANCE WATERS
CHRIS RUSSELL’S CHICKEN WALK
2012 was a huge year for Sydney’s Chance Waters. He released his acclaimed sophomore album Infinity which debuted at no. 54 on the ARIA Charts, was nominated for Unearthed Artist of the Year at the 2012 J Awards and his video for second single Maybe Tomorrow (ft. Lilian Blue) was voted no. 7 in the 2012 rage 50 ahead of M.I.A., Grimes, Tame Impala among others. He then proceeded to secure two entries in triple j’s Hottest 100. 2013 is promising to be an even bigger year for Chance Waters. Lighthouse Stage, Friday 6.30–7.30pm
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Chris Russell’s Chicken Walk play low down, down home, juke joint blues. For two-and-ahalf years, Chicken Walk was just Chris playing solo with just an open-tuned, sea foam green Danelectro and a Goldentone reverbmaster for company on stage. In December 2011, Chicken Walk grew to a ‘two-piece feed’, adding on drums and this new live sound begun filling rooms with hypnotic boogie and pulsating Northern Mississippi Hill country blues. QMF Family Express Saturday 11am &12pm Pelican Bar, Saturday 3.30–4.30pm Vue Grand, Sunday 12.30–1.30pm
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D AT SEA Better known by his moniker D At Sea, Doyle Perez became a YouTube sensation after his acoustic cover of Parkway Drive’s Carrion went viral in late 2011. Since the Parkway Drive video D At Sea has released a host of other reworked renditions of songs from the hardcore genre including tracks by The Amity Affliction and Bring Me the Horizon among others. Live performances have given Perez the chance to preview his original material to an ever-growing fan base. The Pavilion, Saturday 9.30–10.15pm
DARREN PERCIVAL After his astounding appearances on The Voice in 2012 and following the success of his album, Happy Home, Darren Percival returned to Queenscliff for a special solo one-off show in June and then for two special sets with his band at the Festival in November. Prior to The Voice, Darren was an independent musician with a loyal fan base. With over 20 years of professional musical experience, he has created a reputation as one of the leading vocalists in the country. Hippos Stage, Friday 8.30–9.30pm Lighthouse Stage, Saturday 3–4pm
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DALLAS FRASCA Dallas Frasca began to sing at aged 18, when she discovered her singing ability at a house warming party. Years later, as far as accolades for rock ‘n’ roll music go, it doesn’t get much better than legendary Guns & Roses guitarist Slash not only spinning a copy of her album all around the USA in his tour van, but actually taking the time to let you know he digs it too.
Hippos Stage, Sunday 1.45-2.30pm
EAGLE AND THE WORM After forming in Melbourne 2010, as a bunch of friends messing around in the studio under the guidance of band leader Jarrad Brown, Eagle and the Worm spent 2011 on the road, performing around Australia and Europe on the back of what became their critically acclaimed debut album, GoodTimes. Blending styles into a party stage show – mashing pop music, 60s vocal harmonies, songs, jams and a three-piece horn section. Their shows at this year’s 17th QMF will be stand-up, party affairs. Pelican Bar, Sunday 12.15–1.15pm Rip Stage, Sunday 5.15–6pm After Party
EMPRA Driven by the rock ‘n’ roll spirit, EMPRA are riding a wave of buzz across Australia and the world. After completing a massive 24 date Australian tour, they had a successful stint in LA where they were crowned the winners of the Live Nation International Band Competition. EMPRA have an unapologetically high-energy rock sound and a louder is better attitude. Meld this with raw, honest lyrics that angle to electrocute hearts and supercharge spirits into euphoric sing-a-longs and you have EMPRA’s unmistakable sound and captivating live show. Rip Stage, Saturday 7.15–8pm Rip Stage, Sunday 3.30–4.15pm
GENEVIEVE CHADWICK Genevieve Chadwick looks like an angel, roars like a lion and plays guitar like a demon! Without doubt, Genevieve is an extraordinary performer who exudes raw energy by the bucket load. She has the power to bring an entire venue to a complete standstill. Her own original brand of blues and roots – poignant songs full of rich melodies, sung with a voice that’s confoundingly gravel-like and smooth all at once - has given this singer/songwriter from the NSW South Coast a loyal and ever-growing army of followers. QMF Family Express, Saturday 1 & 2pm Pelican Bar, Saturday 6.30-7.30pm Queenscliff Inn, Sunday 10.30-11.15am Stoked On Hesse, Sunday 1.15-2pm
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FRASER A. GORMAN & BIG HARVEST Fraser A. Gorman embraces an old-world style of storytelling, drawing inspiration from early dustbowl singers like Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan as well as modern songsmiths such as Justin Townes Earle, whom he also had the pleasure of supporting in January this year. He is firmly establishing himself as one of the country’s most promising rising talents. Big Harvest – Sam Cooper, Jarrad Brown, Sophia Lubczenko and Stu Mackenzie accompany Fraser A. Gorman live, providing a rich, multi-layered sound of sweet harmonies synonymous with classic country/folk music. QMF Family Express, Saturday 3 & 4pm (solo) Vue Grand, Saturday 6.15-7pm Queenscliff Inn, Sunday 2.15-3pm
GINGER AND TONIC A cappella girl group, Ginger and Tonic enrapture audiences with their playful and original brand of cabaret/pop. In a single show, Emma, Jane, Carena and Sheona will have their audience in hysterics during cheeky comedy numbers, and leave them breath taken with impeccable closeharmony ballads. The group has performed internationally and impressed fans and peers alike. Their varied repertoire includes clever covers, musical parodies and original songs – no instruments required! Queenscliff Inn, Saturday 1.15–2pm Stoked On Hesse, Saturday 3–3.45pm QMF Family Express, Saturday 5 & 6pm
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HUSSY HICKS Since forming in 2006, Julz Parker and Leesa Gentz have forged their own, very unique way into the global music scene. Fearlessly independent, the genre-defying Hussy Hicks have followed a trail of possibilities, random twists and turns and discovered a musical world all of their own. Their influences are drawn from family record collections of old school blues and country and from their travels, combining a distinctly Australian roots edge with European gypsy guitar, Arabic rhythms and optimistic social commentaries. Pelican Bar, Saturday 12.30-1,30pm Vue Grand, Saturday 7.30-8.30pm QMF Family Express, Sunday 11am&12pm Stoked On Hesse, Sunday 3.15-4pm
JACK CARTY The release of the stunning collaboration The Predictable Crisis Of Modern Life with Sydney-based producer Casual Psychotic has seen Jack Carty take a turn away from the folk troubadour roots of his first two albums, stepping into a different musical realm exploring a new set of sounds, beats and vocal phrasings. Having clocked up in excess of 200 live shows nationally and abroad with headline shows and supports slots for artists including Matt Corby and Josh Pyke, Jack Carty continues to impress audiences with incredible live shows. Vue Grand, Sunday 3.30–4.30pm
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IMOGEN BROUGH Imogen’s music has an ethereal quality. Earthy vocals combine with creative, lyrical piano and violin in a balladic style. Celtic and Irish music surround her melodic songwriting, of love stories and of the sea. Imogen recorded her first EP Counting Waves, which was released in August 2012. Completing a Bachelor of Music Performance in 2012 at the Victorian College of the Arts/The University of Melbourne, Imogen was an artist on The Voice. This amazing opportunity saw her working along side Ricky Martin and mentor Jessica Mauboy. Lombardy’s On Hesse, Saturday 11.30am-12.15pm Stoked On Hesse, Saturday 2-2.45pm Queenscliff Inn, Sunday 11.45am-12.30pm
JACK WRIGHT/ KIANA ARCHER From the age of 17, Jack Wright found an interest in playing the acoustic guitar after seeing videos of artists such as Newton Faulkner and John Butler. Since then he has explored many more acoustic artists and tried to expand his technical ability and songwriting to be able to create lush melodies and upbeat percussion all at the same time on the one instrument. Kiana archer is a 15-year-old winner from this year’s Kids Busking for Kids event over Easter. Her music range is vast and counts Maddi Jane, Lakyn Heperi, Lewis Watson and Woodlock as influences. J: Stoked On Hesse, Sunday 12.15–1pm K: Queenscliff Inn, Saturday 10.45–11.30am
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Part illustration. Part graphic design. Listen To The Graphics is a bit of a mix. That’s exactly how QMF 2013 poster artist, creator and Brisbane designer, Jack Tierney, likes it. Born out of a passion for music, Mexican food and all things handson, Jack created LTTG to give a name to the design work he was doing for local bands and musicians. An accomplished illustrator, Jack’s unique style has also graced the pages of all leading Brisbane street press, 2011 Semi-Permanent Book, Rolling Stone, Surfing Life and SLAM Skateboarding magazine.
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JASMINE RAE Jasmine Rae has come a long way in five years – from the quirky, fresh-faced girl, barely out of her teens, who released her debut single Country Singer in 2008, into one of Australia’s most acclaimed and respected country artists. Now, with the release of her third studio album, If I Want To, Jasmine has taken another step forward in her artistic evolution, with her most personal and mature work to date.
Lighthouse Stage, Saturday 12–1pm
JOHN BUTLER TRIO In 1998, John Butler was busking on the streets of Fremantle, West Australia. Three thousand, five hundred self-funded cassette sales served as the foundation for becoming Australia’s most successful independent artist ever. Fast forward to today and he and his label Jarrah Records has now been responsible for one million sales in Australia. JBT have taken their music to the world and continue to grow in stature and popularity in USA, Europe and Japan. They play the QMF for the first time since 2003 - Welcome back JBT! Lighthouse Stage, Saturday 10–11.30pm
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JEFF LANG Australian-based musician Jeff Lang has earned worldwide acclaim as a virtuosic guitarist, a dynamic songwriter and a startlingly unique live performer. Jeff’s last album, Carried In Mind, won the 2012 ARIA award for Best Blues & Roots. With a back catalogue of 14 studio albums, Jeff has been featured at major festivals, pubs, clubs, arts centres and venues internationally for the past decade. Blending rock, roots, folk, blues, ballads, instrumentals, improvisation and a devastatingly high level of musicality, Jeff Lang is a singularly unique performer in our world. Hippos Stage, Sunday 1.30–2.30pm
KING OF THE NORTH Guitar/drums rock duo King Of The North has forged a sound and stage show of their own. Since landing on the Melbourne music scene in January 2012, it hasn’t taken long for rock fans far and wide to catch on. The duo delivers a powerful, energetic and fist pumping live show, which has marked them as one of the country’s most exciting up and comers.
Rip Stage, Saturday 11.30pm–12.30am Pelican Bar, Sunday 3–3.45pm Rip Stage, Sunday 7.45-8.30pm After Party
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TIMETABLES FRIDAY LIGHTHOUSE STAGE
THE RIP STAGE
5:00pm
Gates open
6:00-6:30
The Frowning Clouds
6:30-7:30
Chance Waters
7:30-8:00
The Frowning Clouds
8:00-9:00
Northeast Party House
9:00-9:30
Stompy and The Heat
9:30-10:30
Blue King Brown
10:30-11:00
Stompy and The Heat
11:00-12:00
The Living End
12:00-1:00
Sticky Fingers
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PELICAN BAR
HIPPOS STAGE 7:00-8:00
Russell Morris
6:30-7:30
The Pigs
8:30-9:30
Darren Percival
8:00-9:00
10:00-11:00
The Screaming Jets
Transvaal Diamond Syndicate
11:00-12:00
DJ Ken Eavel
9:30-10:30
Mason Rack Band
11:00-12:00
The Brow Horn Orchestra
THE PAVILION 7:00-9-15
Blues, Roots & Beyond Foot-in-the-Door
9:45-10:30
The Tiny Giants
10:30-12:00
DJ Tyson Filia
SATURDAY LIGHTHOUSE STAGE
THE RIP STAGE
10:30am
Gates open
11:15-12:00
The Kite Machine
12:00-1:00
Jasmine Rae
1:00-1:30
1:30-2:30
Busby Marou
Transvaal Diamond Syndicate
3:00-4:00
Darren Percival
2:30-3:00
Transvaal Diamond Syndicate
4:30-5:30
Saskwatch
4:00-4:30
The Pigs
5:30-6:15
Mason Rack Band
HIPPOS STAGE 11:30-12:15
Tom Thum
12:45-1:30
Brow Horn Orchestra
2:00-2:45
The Preatures
3:15-4:00
The Trouble With Templeton
4:30-5:15
Sticky Fingers
PELICAN BAR 11:00-12:00
The Frowning Clouds
12:30-1:30
Hussy Hicks
2:00-3:00
Sweathearts
3:30-4:30
Chris Russell’s Chicken Walk
5:00-6:00
TBA
THE PAVILION 11:00-12:00
Em For Music Magic
12:00-12:45
Krazy Koala Puppet Show
12:45-1:15
Puppet Workshop
1:15-1:45
Hoop Fushion
2:00-2:45
The MikMaks
3:00-3:45
The RRRRRockets
4:00-4:45
Rockstar Academy - The Roadie Warriors
5:15-6:00
Yirrmal & the Yolngu Boys
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SATURDAY CONT. VUE GRAND
QUEENSCLIFF INN
12:00-1:00
Melody Pool
10:45-11:30
Kiana Archer
1:30-2:30
Siskin River
12:00-12:45
Kurt Gentle
3:00-4:00
Baby et Lulu
1:15-2:00
Ginger & Tonic
4:30-5:30
Microwave Jenny
2:30-3:15
The Tiny Giants
3:45-4:30
Andrew Swift & The Rattlesnake Choir
LOMBARDYS ON HESSE 11:30-12:15
Imogen Brough
12:45-1:30
Buddha In A Chocolate Box
2:00-2:45
Andrew Swift & The Rattlesnake Choir
11:00-11:45
Tides Of Welcome
12:00-12:45
Leroy Lee
3:15-4:00
Murdena
1:00-1:45
Alister Turrill
4:30-5:15
Siskin River
2:00-2:45
Imogen Brough
3:00-3:45
Ginger & Tonic
4:00-4:45
Melody Pool
STOKED ON HESSE UNPLUGGED
SATURDAY NIGHT LIGHTHOUSE STAGE
THE RIP STAGE
6:15-7:15
Melbourne Ska Orchestra
7:15-8:00
8:00-9:15
Spiderbait
9:15-10:00
The Murlocs
10:00-11:30
John Butler Trio
11:30-12:30
King of The North
HIPPOS STAGE 6:00-7:00
Midnight Oil Tribute Show
7:30-8:45
The Ray Mann Three
9:15-10:30
Twin Beasts
11:00-12:00
The Revomatix
DJ between Bands
THE PAVILION 6:30-8:45
Rock Foot-in-the-Door
9:30-10:15
D At Sea
10:30-12:00
DJ Tyson Filia
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EMPRA
VUE GRAND 6:15-7:00
Fraser A. Gorman & Big Harvest
7:30-8:30
Hussy Hicks
PELICAN BAR 6:30-7:30
Genevieve Chadwick
8:00-9:00
Stompy and The Heat
9:30-10:30
Lachy Doley
11:00-12:00
Papa Pilko and The Binrats
SUNDAY LIGHTHOUSE STAGE
THE RIP STAGE
10:00am
Gates open
10:15-11:00
11:00-12:00
Thelma Plum
12:00-12:45
The Preatures
12:45-1:45
PEZ
1:45-2:30
2:30-3:30
San Cisco
The Trouble with Templeton
4:15-5:15
The Grates
3:30-4:15
EMPRA
5:15-6:00
Eagle and The Worm
6:30-7:15
Transvaal Diamond Syndicate
Dorothy The Dinosaur Live Stage Show
7:45-8:30
King Of The North
9:00-9:45
The Brow Horn Orchestra
12:00-1:00
Baby et Lulu
10:15-11:00
Papa Pilko & The Binrats
1:30-2:30
Jeff Lang
6:00-10:15
DJ Manchild between bands
3:00-4:00
Underground Lovers
4:30-5:30
The Basics
HIPPOS STAGE 10:45-11:30
PELICAN BAR
Patrick James
QUEENSCLIFF INN 10:30-11:15
Genevieve Chadwick
11:45-12:30
Imogen Brough
10:45-11:45
Tides Of Welcome
1:00-1:45
Siskin River
12:15-1:15
Eagle and The Worm
2:15-3:00
1:45-2:30
Dallas Frasca
Fraser A. Gorman & Big Harvest
3:00-3:45
King Of The North
4:15-5:00
Papa Pilko & The Binrats
5:30-6:15
Mason Rack Band
VUE GRAND
STOKED ON HESSE UNPLUGGED 10:00-11:00
Sacred Time Sacred Place
11:15-12:00
Siskin River
12:15-1:00
Jack Wright
11:00-12:00
Tom Thum
1:15-2:00
Genevieve Chadwick
12:30-1:30
Chris Russell’s Chicken Walk
2:15-3:00
Microwave Jenny
3:15-4:00
Hussy Hicks
2:00-3:00
Patrick James
3:30-4:30
Jack Carty
THE PAVILION 10:30-1:30
ABC Activity Centre
2:30-4:45
Acoustic/Pop Foot-in-the-Door
LOMBARDYS ON HESSE 11:00-12:00
Microwave Jenny
12:30-1:15
Yirrmal & the Yolngu Boys
1:45-2:30
Melody Pool
3:00-3:45
The Kite Machine
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KURT GENTLE Kurt Gentle is a Melbourne-based roots musician who is quickly grasping the eyes and ears of Australia’s independent music scene. This 20-year-old from country Victoria instantly surprises a crowd once an instrument is put in his hand, whether that be an 11 string guitar, lap slide or banjo. Kurt owns the stage with his intricate guitar work, and seemingly effortless voice. With both legs pumping, one on stompbox and the other on tambourine, all together his rootsin tunes will inspire and get the toes tapping. Queenscliff Inn, Saturday 12–12.45pm Festival Train, Sunday 11am–1pm
LACHY DOLEY As one half of the famous Doley brothers session keyboard franchise and after success with Powderfinger, Barnsey, Billy Thorpe and others, you might think that launching a solo thing would be a step back and to the left for Doley. It seems though that the lure of sticky carpet, driving huge distances and poor pay proved too strong and Lachy has stepped to the front with his new album, Typically Individual Conforming Anti-Social – the album that heralds the launch of the next phase. Pelican Bar, Saturday 9.30-10.30pm
LEROY LEE An enchanting songsmith and acoustic guitarist, Leroy Lee creates intimate and hypnotic tunes, drawing the listener into his unique world. From driving guitar riffs to intricate fingerpicking melodies, Leroy is reminiscent of English folk legends like Nick Drake and Bert Jansch. His new EP Arcadia is an intuitive brew, weaving poetic metaphors around everyday experience, transporting us with intricate melodic textures. This is one performer guaranteed to leave you with a contemplative smile. Stoked On Hesse, Saturday 12–12.45pm QMF Family Express, Saturday 5 & 6pm QMF Family Express, Sunday 1 & 2pm
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LUKE BISCAN Luke Biscan is a Geelong musician and one of many young musicians emerging from a vastly underrated, under-supported Geelong music scene. A talented original musician with something to say and a way to say it.
QMF Family Express, Saturday 11am & 12pm QMF Family Express, Sunday, 11am & 12pm
MELBOURNE SKA ORCHESTRA MASON RACK BAND Aussie Mason Rack originates from Southport on Queensland’s sunny Gold Coast. With his outstanding vocals, guitar and Weissenborn lap slide guitar, Mason delivers high impact performances to audiences everywhere he and his band appear. Mason is an artist with incredible talent and passion for his music! Together with his band, Mason feels most comfortable playing blues, alt-rock and roots originals. Pelican Bar, Friday 9.30–10.30pm Rip Stage, Saturday 5.30–6.15pm Pelican Bar, Sunday 5.30–6.15pm
MELODY POOL Born into a musical family, Melody was harmonising on stage with her dad by the age of eight. In September of 2012, Melody travelled to Nashville, USA, to record her first album with renowned producer Brad Jones and Jace Everett. Her ability to weave her heartfelt lyrics together with her whimsical voice reinforces the fact that her name is something she has in spades.
Vue Grand, Saturday 12–1pm Stoked On Hesse, Saturday 4–4.45pm Lombardy’s On Hesse, Sunday 1.45–2.30pm
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In 2003, a world-record attempt to have the largest number of horn players on stage at the same time playing the ska-skank saw a slew of musicians take the stage in St Kilda and although nobody remembered to check if the record had actually been set, from this performance the Melbourne Ska Orchestra was born. Assembled from some of Australia’s preeminent names in ska and reggae and fronted by inimitable frontman Nicky Bomba, the soaring popularity of the band is seeing the MSO fast becoming a fixture of Australia’s musical landscape. Lighthouse Stage, Saturday 6.15–7.15pm
MICROWAVE JENNY Microwave Jenny is Australian husband/wife duo Tessa and Brendon Boney who describe their music as pop/folk/love. Halfway through their national tour of house concerts Tessa and Brendon married each other. Now they navigate their way through not only the mountains and valleys of married life but also the treacherous waters of being completely independent, self managed, touring, musicians who pride themselves on the DIY nature of their career. Vue Grand, Saturday 4.30–5.30pm Lombardy’s On Hesse, Sunday 11am–12pm Stoked-On-Hesse, Sunday 2.15–3pm
MURDENA Murdena erupted from the Bellarine Peninsula to create an eclectic, punchy, lyrics-driven songfest. This unique group combines toetapping country dance hall fun with urban blues and folk-rock, taking audiences from the hay bales of the Victoria’s Wild West to the leather retro-chic lounges north of the Yarra. Murdena has seen great success already winning the Foot-in-the-Door Competition at Queenscliff Music Festival 2012 as well as winning the Tamworth Music Festivals Battle of the Bands Competition 2013. Lombardy’s On Hesse, Saturday 3.15-4pm QMF Family Express, Sunday 1pm & 2pm
PAPA PILKO AND THE BINRATS Wild blues and slick, swingin’, country rock ‘n’ roll – with horns! This seven-piece provide an interesting spectacle, centred on manic frontman Cyrus Pilko. Ploughing the furrows of a fantastic blend of country, rock and blues genres, the band throw themselves into their uniquely Australian country, blues and rock ‘n’ roll sound. This swagger is then injected, like a lively pulse, straight into the audience, leaving them howlin’ for more. Pelican Bar, Saturday 11pm-12am Rip Stage, Sunday 4.15-5pm Rip Stage, Sunday 10.15-11pm After Party
NORTHEAST PARTY HOUSE Northeast Party House are a six-piece psychedelic dance rock band from Melbourne. In early 2010 the band began playing warehouse parties and local venues and quickly gained a following based on their reputation for delivering high-energy live shows. A demo version of the band’s track Dusk gained blog attention and local airplay, eventually winning triple j’s Unearthed competition.They are currently recording their first album and will be bringing all their new songs to Queenscliff Music Festival. Lighthouse Stage, Friday 8–9pm
PATRICK JAMES From growing up in the coastal New South Wales town of Port Macquarie to selling out shows in his new home of Sydney, Patrick James is carving his way. After moving to Sydney to open himself up to and explore new opportunities, Pat picked up his guitar and took to the streets of Sydney. With a swelling fan base, Pat’s busking outings have almost turned into mini shows with eager social media followers turning up to wherever he sets out to play.
Rip Stage, Sunday 10.15-11am Vue Grand, Sunday 2–3pm
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PEZ It’s been a long time since his successful debut, but PEZ is back with a new album, Don’t Look Down, out November 1, 2013. Following the success of The Festival Song, touring took hold and PEZ saw himself playing to massive crowds on festivals like Pyramid Rock and the Bliss N Eso tour, selling out rooms all over the country. PEZ has a couple of tricks up his sleeve this time around and it’s fair to say that the new album may contain some unexpected surprises.
Lighthouse Stage, Sunday 12.45–1.45pm
RUSSELL MORRIS Russell Morris is one of Australia’s most enduring singers. A major pop star in the late ‘60s, he went on to become one of the country’s first singer/songwriters. With a career spanning nearly half a century, Russell Morris’ Sharkmouth is the revelation of 2013. The Queenscliff Music Festival welcomes Russell for the very first (and overdue!) time.
Hippos Stage, Friday 7–8pm
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REVOMATRIX Revomatix are an eight-piece soul/funk/blues band based in Melbourne, but ready to take on the world. Their next album, Funky Funky Melbourne, is expected for November 2013 and to be launched at the Queenscliff Music Festival. The Revomatix experience from the audience perspective is fun and contagious, people hearing the songs for the first time will sing the tuneful and catchy choruses.
Hippos Stage, Saturday 11pm–12am
SAN CISCO For San Cisco, there has been very little waiting around. The four-piece have followed their own path since emerging from Fremantle a few years ago. From humble beginnings of weekend jams to being nominated for a 2011 Unearthed J Award, the band have a natural chemistry, growing organically into their own mould to create their EP Awkward and their self titled 2012 debut album. San Cisco have set themselves apart from their counterparts with the depth of their song-writing and their bright catchy hooks. Lighthouse Stage, Sunday 2.30–3.30pm
SASKWATCH Every band has a story to tell about how they started out and where playing their music has taken them. But few can say they have gone from busking on the streets to gracing the stage at Glastonbury in just four years. With ecstatic horns, one of the tightest rhythm sections in town and Nkechi Anele’s soaring vocals, capable of breaking hearts one minute and eliciting frenzied dancing the next, they refused to be ignored. Things just keep coming for Saskwatch. Lighthouse Stage, Saturday 4.30–5.30pm
SPIDERBAIT With three talented songwriters, Spiderbait have never been confined by genre or the expectations of others. The seeds of their bond were planted in the small southern NSW town of Finley, where all three members of Spiderbait grew up. The band formed in Melbourne in 1990 after all three members had relocated there and they soon graduated from raucous house parties to the city’s stages. Over the next 15 years, they would go on to national prominence. See them hit the Queenscliff Music Festival stage for the first time. Lighthouse Stage, Saturday 8–9.15pm
SISKIN RIVER A compact duo with big sound, Siskin River deliver an original style of bluesy folk, with a stomping groove factor, delectable riffs, fast fingers, and evocative lyrics. With Tullara’s unique style of percussive guitar tapping, Shalane’s rich, earthy vocals, and a debut album on the way, these sisters redefine ‘sibling rivalry’. The pair are set to once again embark across Australia to promote the release of their highly-anticipated debut album. Vue Grand, Saturday 1:30-2:20pm Lombardy’s on Hesse, Saturday 4:40-5:15pm Stoked on Hesse, Sunday 11:15am-12:00pm Queenscliff Inn, Sunday 1:00-1:45pm
STICKY FINGERS The four-piece Newtown misfits are misspending their youth while we watch. And it’s as colourful as that review suggests: a melodic, megahectic, mash of psychedelic, pop and roots. The Sydney-based four-piece (sometimes five-piece) are delivering a refreshing vibe to Australian music. Sticky Fingers are back in Australia after a couple of months abroad touring Europe and have brought back with them a brand new video clip, swag of tour dates, and probably a few things a doctor should check out. Rip Stage, Friday 12–1am Hippos Stage, Saturday 4.30–5.15pm
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STOMPY AND THE HEAT Best known as the writer/producer/guitarist behind the ARIA and multi award-winning artist Dan Sultan, Scott Wilson has enjoyed many musical accomplishments and now takes the opportunity to do something very different. Originally based around the sound of a cheap ‘60s Japanese guitar teamed with the manic drum style of Pete Marin, an uncomplicated collection of raw, bluesy, punky, songs has emerged.
Rip Stage, Friday 9–9.30pm, 10.30–11pm Pelican Bar, Saturday 8–9pm
THE BASICS After three years in the wilderness, Melbourne cult heroes The Basics announce their return to the stage. Between Tim’s film work on The Rise and Rise of Richard Latté, Wally’s triple Grammy win (as Gotye) and Kris’ latest bout of malaria, all signs point toward an interesting future for the band. Whatever comes next, The Basics will be celebrating their catalogue of good-time genrebending classics, with their latest single So Hard For You showcasing the gritty live sound that has come to define the band. Hippos Stage, Sunday 4.30–5.30pm
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SWEETHEARTS A mysterious and glamorous gang of 25 teenage girls who play gritty soul, inventiveness and deep songwiting. This enigmatic band is rapidly becoming the fresh face of the resurgent Melbourne nu-soul. The girls are the subject of an ABC 13-part documentary series, Heart and Soul, which follows the girls through a year leading up to a tumultuous and triumphant tour of Europe.
Pelican Bar, Saturday 2–3pm
THE BROW HORN ORCHESTRA The Brow Horn Orchestra are fast becoming one of Australia’s most in demand party bands. A Perth-based act, with a bunch of east coast tours under their proverbial belt, their live show can simply not be ignored. And why wouldn’t you want to join the infectious rhythms of multiaward winning party proliferators The Brow Horn Orchestra? The high-energy brass ‘n’ beats fivepiece play genre-defying, dance-demanding pop music laced with an irrefutable electric energy, live electronics and a heavy platter of global sounds. Pelican Bar, Friday 11pm–12am Hippos Stage, Saturday 12.45–1.30pm Rip Stage, Sunday 9-9.45pm After Party
THE FROWNING CLOUDS Home grown talent ready to shine at their ‘local’ festival! Off the back of a European tour and a coveted spot on the prestigious Dig It Up! festival, The Frowning Clouds are set to release new 7” single, Propellers/Bad Vibes. Propellers is the second single to be taken from their forthcoming album Paper Jungle. They play the Queenscliff Music Festival for the very first time.
Rip Stage, Friday 6–6.30pm, 7.30–8pm Pelican Bar, Saturday 11am–12pm
THE KITE MACHINE The Kite Machine was formed in 2011, being the brainchild of singer/songwriter/guitarist Levi Anderson. In December 2012, Levi and dynamic bass player Ev Smith welcomed new drummer Kane Sheriff, with his emphasis on “accents” evident in their punchy live show. Since then the band has gained momentum from appreciative audiences on the festival circuit, local Geelong scene, and iconic Melbourne venues such as The Espy. Now known for their ‘big phat sound’ this band of three defies the traditional trio tag. Rip Stage, Saturday 11.15–12pm QMF Family Express, Saturday 3&4pm Lombardy’s On Hesse, Sunday 3–3.45pm
THE GRATES Returning from a well-earned break, The Grates hit the stage at Queenscliff Music Festival. Their third album, Secret Rituals, was released to a raft of acclaim, joining The Grates’ already epic mantle which includes two ARIA Top Ten Album charts plus nominations for triple j and AMP album of the year. Queenscliff is the latest to join the band’s festival hit list, with enigmatic frontwoman Patience Hodgson and her fearless partner in crime John Patterson having played major festivals across the globe including SXSW. Lighthouse Stage, Sunday 4.15–5.15pm
THE LIVING END Chris Cheney, Scott Owen and Andy Strachan have always forged their own path, irrespective of passing fads. It’s this attitude that’s earned the band four platinum and one gold albums. All three musicians share a craftsman-like love of songwriting, on an eternal quest to find the ultimate hook, most danceable tempo, and the chord progression to break your heart. They’re playing the Queenscliff Music Festival for the very first time.
Lighthouse Stage, Friday 11pm–12am
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THE MURLOCS The Murlocs are five dudes with roots firmly placed in their own blown-out, distorted brand of soulful R&B. Formed in early 2011 by harp player Ambrose Kenny-Smith, The Murlocs have played at Meredith, Dig It Up! and Harvest festivals amongst others. With their up-tempo snare cracks and a noisy doom guitar accompanying Ambrose’s vocal screech, The Murlocs live experience has been described as a mesmerising demented dance party. Rattle the Chain is the first single off their forthcoming debut album, due late 2013. Rip Stage, Saturday 9.15–10pm
THE PREATURES The Preatures formed in early 2010 after Jack, Tom and Isabella met Gideon at The Lansdowne Hotel in Sydney. Luke Davison joined the band on drums later that year. With their new single Is This How You Feel? The Preatures have taken things to a new level. Their highly anticipated second EP is set for release later in 2013. The five-piece’s sound still combines their recognisable boy/girl trade-off but is everevolving. It is going to be a giant year for this Sydney band. Hippos Stage, Saturday 2–2.45pm Rip Stage, Saturday 12–12.45pm
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THE PIGS Australia’s favourite bluegrass funsters The Pigs are known worldwide for their combination of super-catchy original tunes and foot-stomping ‘Piggified’ cover versions. Crashing through musical genres like a runaway tractor, The Pigs’ latest album, The Great Bluegrass Swindle, marries superb musicianship with a distinctly Australian sense of humour – and hints at the uniquely bent energy of The Pigs’ exceedingly popular live shows. Pelican Bar, Friday 6.30–7.30pm QMF Family Express Saturday 1 & 2pm Rip Stage, Saturday 4–4.30pm
THE RAY MANN THREE Ray Mann is a musician and visual artist, born to Egyptian parents, raised in Sydney, and now based in Berlin. The follow-up to Ray’s debut album is Sketches (2012), the culmination of an innovative, interactive, online series: the Sketches Project saw Ray create a new song and music video per month, with audience collaboration via social media. Ray’s intimate, soulful voice and unique, distinctive guitar playing have engaged audiences of all sizes, from cosy warehouses and small bars, to festival stages playing to thousands. Hippos Stage, Saturday 7.30–8.45pm
THE SCREAMING JETS Ladies and Gentleman, get ready for the return of The Screaming Jets, the last true exponents of good ole’ fashioned Aussie Pub Rock. After a four-year hiatus, the Novocastrians are ready to electrify audiences across the nation. Boasting an array of modern classics and reputation as one of the best live bands in the country, miss this and you’ll bloody regret it.
Hippos Stage, Friday 10–11pm
THE TROUBLE WITH TEMPLETON In April 2011, Thomas Calder, at age 20, gathered all the gear he could find and recorded a mini-album called Bleeders in his Brisbane home. Even the most cursory airing of Thomas Calder’s striking debut will leave the listener with no doubt: this boy is special. In June 2012, the act underwent a spectacular transformation – they became an epic, clever, stunningly beautiful and powerful five-piece band. The new, exceptionally talented band members know how to complement and build on Thomas’ voice and songwriting skills perfectly. Hippos Stage, Saturday 3.15–4pm Rip Stage, Sunday 1.45–2.30pm
THE TINY GIANTS The loud blown-out distorted fuzzed music coming from three salty haired psychos has been described as “‘60s inspired garage rock that whips the crowd into a frenzy within a few songs” (Tex Miller, thenightvibe.com.au). The band’s staggering rhythms place them in their own sound derived from bluesy, garagey bands from the days of vinyl.
The Pavilion, Friday 9.45–10.30pm Queenscliff Inn, Saturday 2.30–3.15pm QMF Family Express Saturday 5 & 6pm
THELMA PLUM Rosie is the debut EP from an 18-year-old singersongwriter from Brisbane who has cast a spell on all in her path since her first demo, Father Said, won triple j’s Unearthed competition in July 2012. Led off by the irreverent, sunny burst of self-assertion Around Here, the six songs reward months of anticipation in the musically muted, lyrically forthright style that’s made Thelma Plum such a compelling new voice.
Lighthouse Stage, Sunday 11am–12pm
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TIDES OF WELCOME The Tides of Welcome are delighted to launch their new CD at this year’s festival, Let Your Little Light Shine. There is something special about singing together in seamless harmonies, hearing an individual voice belt out a solo, an amazing improvisation, or perhaps float above the main body of the choir with ethereal purity. Each individual voice combines to create a sound much greater and more beautiful than the sum of the parts. The feeling is exhilarating and Tides of Welcome are keen to share this with their audience at QMF. Pelican Bar, Sunday 10.45–11.45am
TRANSVAAL DIAMOND SYNDICATE Having headlined numerous national tours and supported some of Australia’s finest blues/ roots talent, TDS have just finished travelling Australia for five months performing over 70 live and original headline shows. With an active fan-base and critical acclaim, TDS have earned their plays on stations like triple j and continue to be one of the most requested acts on Australian community radio. Come see what all the fuss is about and get your stomp on. Pelican Bar, Friday 8–9pm Rip Stage, Saturday 1–1.30pm, 2.30–3pm QMF Family Express, Sunday 11am & 12pm Rip Stage, Sunday 6.30–7.15pm After Party
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TOM THUM Armed with just a microphone, Thum pushes the limits of the human voice to create incredible soundtracks of impossible beats and phenomenal sounds, with scratched vinyl, the Michael Jackson back-catalogue, the didgeridoo and an entire ‘50s jazz band amongst his vocal repertoire. Thum challenges preconceptions of the capabilities of the human voice-box and reveals a unique form of vocal technique that spans an amplitude of eras and genres, with not an instrument, synthesiser, drum machine or sampler in sight. Hippos Stage, Saturday 11.30am-12.15pm QMF Family Express, Saturday 3 & 4pm Vue Grand, Sunday 11am-12pm
TWIN BEASTS It has been a busy time for Melbourne’s Twin Beasts (formerly The Toot Toot Toots). In the past year they have played at Meredith Music Festival, at the inaugural White Night Melbourne Festival and to a sold-out crowd for their season at Melbourne’s Spiegeltent. Most recently they recorded their sophomore album, Badlove, with ARIA nominated producer Burke Reid (The Drones, Oh Mercy, Gerling) due to be released in February, 2014. They have made a name for themselves with their hyper-energetic live shows and boisterous, romping music. Hippos Stage, Saturday 9.15–10.30pm
DJ MANCHILD, DJ KEN EAVEL, DJ TYSON FILIA DJ Manchild has been playing his funk, Latin, afro, tropical, hip hop, disco and beats to the dance floors of Melbourne and beyond since early 2001. Ken Eavel has from the age of seven stacked away his pocket money to collect records. Thirty-five years on, he’s still doing it. Eighteen-year-old progressive/electro house producer DJ Tyson Filia is a Melbourne lad, playing courtesy of FReeZA. M: Rip Stage, Sunday, 6–10.15pm (in between acts) K: Hippos Stage, Friday, 11pm–12am T: The Pavilion, Friday, 10.30pm-12am T: The Pavilion, Saturday, 10.30pm-12am
UNDERGROUND LOVERS Underground Lovers are back! Over a decade they released six albums, won an ARIA, and played shows in the US and UK. They are critically lauded, and universally loved. The original band lineup hadn’t played together since the ‘90s and they were pleasantly surprised with how well they were received. They began working on the album that would become Weekend in 2013. Multi-genre, pop, rock, wig– out, dance, romance and Hegel all competing to form a coherent whole as only the Underground Lovers can. Hippos Stage, Sunday, 3–4pm
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YIRRMAL AND THE YOLNGU BOYS 2013 QMF EMERGING ARTIST GRANT RECIPIENT Yirrmal and the Yolngu Boys come out of Arnhem Land. They have extensive knowledge of traditional Yolngu Ceremonial Songs that they blend with pop song structures to create a unique sound that is at once grounding and inspiring. The Pavilion, Saturday, 5.15-6pm Lombardys On Hesse, Sunday, 12.30-1.15pm
Attention one and all – are you an old school Oils or Jets fan? Hipster Trouble with Templeton or Preatures follower or badass Pez, D At Sea Fan? Well we have the gear for you: at the Festival’s Merch tent, just behind the Rip Stage or online at www.qmf.net.au/ merchandise Tees, singlets, caps, stubby holders, tea towels, straw hats, tote-bags and hoodies! Stacks of CDs and check the Artist Signing Board for times to get them value added with a signature or two! 35
USEFUL STUFF TO KNOW… GETTING AROUND Buses – Timetable and tickets online via www. qmf.net.au. All buses operated by McHarrys. Bus stop is located on Wharf Street across from the entrance to the Festival. Look for Bus Signs, Schedules available from the Box Office and at the Bus Stop. Access - Drop-off point and limited Disability Parking Permit Only is located on Symonds St between Gellibrand and Wharf Street. All venues are wheelchair friendly, although access to the Vue Grand is via an external walkway left to the main entrance. Lighthouse & Hippos stages have a viewing platform. Look for the Access signs at each venue. Full QMF Access Plan at www.qmf. net.au Parking - All local parking restrictions and local bylaws will apply during the Festival. Street closures will take place over the weekend - from Friday 11am until Monday 9am - refer to Festival Map Queenscliff-Sorrento Ferry –These leave on the hour, every hour, 7am-6pm every day. MARKETS Music Festival market is Saturday, 9am-6pm, Community Market is Sunday, 8am-2pm. Near the train station. Select market stalls also on site at QMF near the Pavilion. FAMILIES Parents Room - Inside the Pavilion with toilet/ change table/microwave. Open daytime Sat/ Sun. Look for the signs. Lost Children / Parents - Head to the First Aid Shed for lost people. If unattended children in the Kids Quarter become in need of adult supervision, they will be treated as lost and escorted to the First Aid Shed. Police will be called if children are lost for an extended period. Please report lost people to the Box Office, Security Officer, Venue Warden. HEALTH Non-Smoking Venues - Smoking is only permitted in designated Smoking Areas - look for
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the signs. Smoking is not allowed in any indoor venues, INCLUDING LIGHTHOUSE, HIPPOS, PELICAN & RIP TENTS, all Bars, Kids Quarter. Smokers, please use the butt bins provided. Sunscreen - Available free from the First Aid Shed and Box Office. Water filling stations – located in the Kids Quarter/All Bars. Look for signs and Barwon Water Station near the Kid's Quarter. SAFETY Alcohol - It is illegal to drink in public areas. Law enforcement authorities will issue immediate onthe-spot fines for consuming alcohol in public places. Within the Festival precinct, No Alcohol is to be consumed or taken into the Dry Zone (Kids Quarter) OR taken out/into the Festival – bags will be checked at Festival entry/exit points. Community Respect & Noise - Please respect our Neighbours when leaving the Festival precinct. Chairs - No chairs in venues after 7pm. Small beach chairs only before 7pm, subject to venue capacity. Be prepared to stand or have people stand in front of you if venue is full. Emergency Procedures - In an emergency, look for the nearest Area and Venue Warden, wearing yellow & red hard-hats respectively & hivis vest. Please listen to stage announcements for directions to designated Assembly Areas in case of evacuation. First Aid - operated by St John Ambulance & located in the Shed between Lighthouse & Pelican Stage. Look for the First Aid signs/refer to the map/mobile app. Open during Festival hours. Lost Property - If you’ve found, or lost personal items, report to the Box Office. Emergency Situations - For all emergency situations, ring 000.
KIDS QUARTER THE PAVILION
DOROTHY Join Dorothy as she brings her friends Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Fairy Clare to QMF for the very first time.
Saturday
Hosted by Red the Clown
11:00-12:00
Em for Music Magic
12:00-12:45
Krazy Koala Puppet Show
12:45-1:15
Krazy Koala Puppet Workshop
1:15-1:45
Hoop Fusion
2:00-2:45
The MikMaks
3:00-3:45
The RRRRRockets
4:00-4:45
Rockstar Academy - The Roadie Warriors
Sunday ABC Activity Centre 10.30am-1.30pm
SATURDAY S SA A QMF FAMILY EXPRESS THE FESTIVAL ON A STEAM TRAIN Trains leave on the hour, every hour, between 11am and 6pm
THE RRRRROCKETS A seven-piece band with horn section and dancers playing up-tempo awesomeness, what more could a kid ask for? The Rrrrrockets, ready to roll!
Departs 11am & 12pm
Carriage A - Brett Campbell (Kids Act) Carriage B - Luke Biscan Carriage C - The Mantelli Five (Kids Act) Carriage D - Chris Russell’s Chicken Walk
Departs 1pm & 2pm
Carriage A - Brett Campbell (Kids Act) Carriage B - Genevieve Chadwick Carriage C - Em for Music Magic (Kids Act) Carriage D - The Pigs
Departs 3pm & 4pm
Carriage A - Tom Thum Carriage B - Fraser A. Gorman (Solo) Carriage C - The Kite Machine Carriage D - Buddha in a Chocolate Box
Departs 5pm & 6pm
Carriage A - Alister Turrill Carriage B - Leroy Lee Carriage C - The Tiny Giants Carriage D - Ginger & Tonic
SUNDAY QMF FAMILY EXPRESS THE MIKMAKS The MikMaks are Australia’s newest and most colourful family music act. The band boasts the world’s best drumming Panda ‘Drums the Panda’ and look out for ‘Bruce the Hairy Crocodile.’ 38 8
Trains leave on the hour, every hour, between 11am and 2pm Departs 11am & 12pm
Carriage A - Luke Biscan Carriage B - Kurt Gentle Carriage C - Hussy Hicks Carriage D - Transvaa Diamond Syndicate
Departs 1pm & 2pm
Carriage A - Mik Maks (Kids Act) Carriage B - Leroy Lee Carriage C - The Mantelli Five (Kids Act) Carriage D - Murdena
VISIT GEELONG’S ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR AT WWW.GEELONGAUSTRALIA.COM.AU/EVENTS