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Would you like a menu and a set list? By Scott Webb
Now…I know I say this a lot but please people, Tassie music is THE best it has ever been, sure there has been some great bands over the years but come on, so many at one time??? Unfortunately, not many of us get to witness this because we all fighting for a chance to play somewhere, there are simply not enough venues around this little state to house each and every band….well, you know what the answer is….well do you??? I do!!!! PIZZA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That’s right….pizza haha one little venue in Launceston is putting their hand up for Tassie music and I got to chat to one of the organisers of the Pizza Pub gigs, Kilty Salter and I asked him how it all got started… At a time when Launceston is producing some of the best live music it has seen in years one of the best live music venues, The Hub sadly
closed its doors. So a few of us muso’s have been exploring new venues to fill the gap. The Pizza Pub staff are massive fans of local music, so they came to Jimi Steele and me and asked what we could do to make it a reality. So what can the fans expect to see at the first show? We’ll soon be basking in the glory of our first show featuring the launch of Woof Woof’s new EP ‘Attack’. These guys are cult heroes in the scene, and with the FINAL SHOW EVER from Phoenix Lights, and a ripper set from Boxmoney, we’re expecting a pretty massive night. We ordered extra kegs of XXX just to cope. And the value? Entry is $5 which seems to be the going rate for three local acts these days, so at $1.33 per band per hour is far cheaper than a DVD and a shitload more entertaining. The Pizza Pub being the good, kind souls they are, have offered a pizza, 10oz XXX Ale (sweet nectar of the Muso)
and an entry stamp for $20. That’s outrageously good value. Trick is to book early if you want eat at a table or you’ll have to be content to scoff it at the bar. So what’s coming up in the next few weeks? Thieves, Small City Lights & The Crazy 88s, a fine cocktail of indie folk, pop and rock for the refined tastes of Launceston’s huge indie community. Don’t worry folks, we’ve timed all our shows to not clash with a single Skinny Gean’s so you’ve all got no excuse, ‘cept for empty wallets. In the months following we’ll be seeing shows from great northern and southern acts like Dig?, Sole Stickers, Colour by Numbers, Rogue Sharks, Kronik, Bats of a Feather, The Ritz, Lady Crimson, CT and the nighthawks, and many, many more... So there you have it and yes the first show was a complete success!!! Well done to Kilty, Jimi and all the staff at The Pizza Pub for getting out there and making it happen!!!
mona foma 2012 it’s worth the money It’s MOFO 2012 time, when January in Hobart will be what you’ve come to expect – happily eccentric. Brian Ritchie, MOFO’s curator, has once again gathered the noble troubadours of the weird, world famous and never- heard-before music, dance, theatre, visual art, and sound. This year’s featured performer PJ Harvey (Miss Polly Jean) will offer thought-provoking songs from the current Let England Shake, as well pieces from previous albums that sometimes confuse but we love just the same. Some MOFO favourites will be returning – like BalletLab, Gabriella Smart, IHOS, and Robin Fox, along with a bunch of MOFO newcomers who promise everything from sexy math – on a giant screen, to German gospel, nude tours of MONA, and bagpipes. So, nothing out of the ordinary. Here’s the 2012 MOFO Festival headliner artist list: PJ Harvey. (UK). Ryoji Ikeda (Japan) pure math; visuals and music. Pierre Henry (France), at 84 years he is arriving virtually; after all he’s the pioneer of ‘musique concrete’. Dresden Dolls (USA) that duo with a Brechtian punk cabaret attitude. Amiina. (Iceland) yes; they are music minimalists . BalletLab. (Aus) Melbourne’s confrontational dance troupe premiering, ‘Aviary’. In their own words: the mashing of twitchy British New Wave, birdsong and the New Guinea jungle. IHOS (Aus) premiering, Barbarians, multicultural, multilingual original music-theatre and opera. Hanggai (Mongolia + China) six Mongolian guys just having a good musical time and some throat singing. tUnEyArDs (USA) the marriage of coarse folk with bold pop sensibility; R&B siren. The Dad Horse Experience (Germany), gospel-preachingbanjo-plucking one-man band. And MORE. The Festival Hub at Princes Wharf 1 (PW1), Salamanca, returns from Jan 19 to 22 - food, market stalls and cooking demonstrations. Kick off: January 13. Huge free street party in central Hobart, along with great food (not free). Friday the 13th is definitely not looking unlucky to us. Lineup: The Dad Horse Experience (Ger); Lucas Abela (Aus) he plays
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broken glass; eMDee (Aus) (high tech didge); tUnE-yArDs (USA) Dixieland jazz; Hanggai (Mongolia+China), and Robin Fox (Aus) laser light. From January 14: (at MONA) Sydney artist Nell reveals her homage to her beloved AC/DC. Let There Be Robe is a spectacular rock ‘n’ roll robe created with their tee shirts collected from across the globe. Daniel Mudie-Cunningham (Aus) presents his jukebox sound installation of funeral songs, and Turner Prize winner from the UK, Susan Philipsz’s sound installation, ‘Two Sisters’ commences. In the spirit of summer: Jan 17 and 18. Stuart Ringholt (Aus) will lead a gallery tour from 6-8pm. (The artist will be naked. Those who wish to join the tour must also be naked.) Adults Only. Yes, the museum will be closed to other visitors. FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO: WWW.MOFO.NET.AU
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thousand needles in red putting tasmania first Article by Zara Gudnason
Kicking off a tour in Tasmania is not usually the done thing, but A Thousand Needles in Red want to show their Tassie fans just how much they appreciate them so that is exactly what they are doing. With three massive shows lined up across the state, the band is gearing up to head down south to start their national “Empires” tour. But their efficiency wasn’t a fluke, the band came together before the final recording to record demos and do their homework, meaning that only minor changes had to be made when it came to the final recording.
We talked to founding member and guitarist Tristan Bouillant about where they have come from, where they are going and why they decided to start in Tasmania.
Australian bands, is the distance. With Clint based in Brisbane and the rest of the band living in Sydney, when they do get together, they have to make the most of their time.
Forming in 2009, A Thousand Needles in Red’s guitarist Tristan says that most of the bands success has come about in the last twelve months with the feeling of three years of work being jammed into one.
Although Clint is doing vocals for both The Butterfly Effect and A Thousand Needles in Red, the only real relation between the two bands is Clint’s vocals.
Even with the non-stop recording the band was also planning the “Empires” tour, “It was tough, but the thing is ‘Needles is all about that.
Both bands hold a lot of emotion through their music, but their approach to the release of that emotion differs not only in the music but in their way of creating it.
“We get in and get the job done, you know. It’s not like we rehearsed for 3 weeks before-hand because we can’t, it’s not possible logistically.
Tristan on ‘Empires’ as name for the album;“Clint thought of the name… It’s such a huge array; it goes 0-10 and then10-0 and so many different sounding songs. We’re all really happy with it so far.”
You know, Clint’s in Brisbane and the rest of us are in Sydney. So when we get together it’s full steam ahead.”
Touring Australia for most of 2011, recording their 13 song album, Empires, and announcing their National “Empires” tour, the band is not wasting any time. Long time friends and founding members of the band, Clint Boge (The Butterfly Effect) and Tristan Bouillaut meet at a Crusty Demons show when both of their bands played, keeping in touch over the next few years they decided to put the band together after Clint heard some of Tristan’s early demos. Bassist Pablo Fernandez and drummer Phil Eades were added to the mix and the result is a dynamic and energetic Australian band. But the difference between, A Thousand Needles in Red and many other upcoming www.sauce.net.au
Empires as an album is as efficient and tight as the recording process was and with such an epic name you expect nothing less from the album. The band spent a non stop 5 weeks in the studio with barely a break to bring forth this progressive record.
“I remember signing merch for about an hour after the show and you know, that’s why we are coming back to Tassie. We were talking and hanging out with so many people after the show and I enjoyed it so much, when I got back I said to the agent ‘We’ve got to go back and start the tour there and not just one show.” Tristan and the whole band are all about giving back to the people who are giving to
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them and for the last few tours, Tasmania was definitely missing out on the opportunity to see A Thousand Needles in Red grow. A band which has come from two Aussie blokes is definitely proving themselves, if their latest record is not enough to make you watch out then their commitment and drive should be. With the Australian music scene a tough one to crack, the band are doing a tremendous job. “We are really blessed; we can actually do this thing called rock and roll, especially in Australia with lack of venues and promoters that want to gamble on a new band as well.” Hitting Tassie shores on the 3rd of November with their first show at Hotel New York, Launceston, 4th of November, Spurs Saloon Devonport and then down to Hobart on the 5th of November to play at the Granada Hotel. Be sure to check them out and get along to a show. Catch TNIR at Hotel New York, Launceston, on Thursday, 3rd of November, at Spurs Saloon, Devonport on Friday, 4th of November, and at Venue Six, Hobart, on Saturday, 5th of November Page 9
What’s your Dj name? RoGer D (Just to keep it simple!) Do u have any other nicknames? No, not really. What’s your music style(s)/genre(s)? It really depends where and what time I am playing. I like to play all styles of music really, from House, Tech-House, Techno, Electro, Break Beats, Drum & Bass, Hip-Hop.........I enjoy playing everything! Where can people find you playing? I have a residency at Hotel New York in Launceston. How did you get to where u are today? I am an old boy of the club/dj scene. I guess it’s due to the fact that I have been doing this for such a long time. I bought my first turntable & vinyl records in 1998....! How do u grow in knowledge in your dj’ing? I am enjoying the more technical side of performing now days, using laptop computers, sampling, remixing etc. So keeping up to date with technology and in the past going to lots of shows & picking up tips etc. A lot of playing music at home & with friends. What are three of your favorite tracks of all time? Tough question really.......I would have to say Richie Hawtin - Minus Orange, Hatiras Spaced Invader (J Majik Remix), Monika Kruse @ Voodooamt - Wavez, I could go on and on and on............ What’s your thoughts of the northern clubbing scene? It is hard establishing a solid music scene/ following in a small town, I think it really comes down to population. For example, if you go to bigger cities like Melbourne, Sydney or overseas you can find whatever you are looking for be it Jazz, Rock, a broad range of venues playing all styles of electronic music etc. For me personally I enjoy what I am doing and have always tried to play a variety of good quality music and hope that people enjoy it. Best gig you’ve played at? Probably MS fest this year, that was lots of fun! I have also been lucky to do a number of support gigs over the years for Australian & International artists including Pendulum, Kid Kenobi, The Potbelleez, Bag Raiders, Someone Else, Elite Force to name a few.....!
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DJ NAME: DJ NORM What’s your music style(s)/genre(s)? Love all types of house, breaks , electro and pretty much anything else apart from RnB Where can people find you playing? Have been finishing setting up my sound business ‘The Sound House’ so I have been a little dormant, but will definately getting back over summer. Next gig is the BLUE SKY BALL at the Albert Hall on the Oct 15th. How do u grow in knowledge in your dj’ing? I grow my knowledge through internet and friends. What are three of your favorite tracks of all time? Groove Armada - Superstylin’ Plan B - The Recluse (Netsky remix) Azzido Da Bass - Dooms Night What are three of your favorite tracks of all time? I think the northen scene is a little flat at the moment but im sure things will pick up soon (fingered crossed :) ) Best gig you’ve played at? Best gig would prob have to be mix’n’dorphin rocking out on the main stage at the Pav.
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he Tijuana Cartel is a drug cartel based in the Mexican city of Tijuana, claiming to be one of the most violent gangs operating in Mexico. Unfortunately, they don’t do interviews, so we decided to talk to the funky flamenco Gold Coast dance band with the same name, instead.
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aving fans spread across many different genres could present a challenge, but for the Cartel it’s an opportunity to show their fans music they might not otherwise hear.
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ijuana Cartel’s genre bending experimentation certainly has worked out. They’ve currently on their largest ever national tour, and their new album is getting plenty of radio time.
We’ve been doing this for years and years,” Paul said. “So it’s just been this kind of steady rise.”
t has taken them a lot of time and effort, but the current success they’re seeing is the natural destination for Tijuana Cartel. It’s hard to remember life before I was interested in music,” Paul said. “I just wanted to jump straight into music. I was never clever enough to think of doing something as a backup.”
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I’d pass myself off as a Spanish guitarist and at the time I wasn’t really that great, but I used to do it five or six nights a week, so eventually I got fairly good at playing different scales and playing fast,” he said. “I still use that in the band.” hether he’s playing Spanish guitar fast and loud or layering massive bass over Afro-Cuban percussion, Paul and the rest of the Cartel are always looking for new ways combine sounds and come up with something new.
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new things that they would like to work into future sets. “Introducing a few new songs, working with set lists, hopefully there will be some additional instrumentations for our performances.”
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s Tarasenko reaches the testing office he reflects on his musical journey thus far, “Well, judging from the past history of Boy & Bear, probably no time off this summer, there’s a couple of festivals coming up after the tour, I’m not really sure.” With the prospect of yet another busy Australian summer ahead of him, it’s no wonder he has never had time to get his full drivers licence.
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LOTEK master of the mix 1. Why the name, “Lotek”? When I first started making music I had very limited equipment, at first just a double tape deck and a toy robot that made cool sound fx. I used to make loops by recording the sample from one deck to the other then pausing the tape rewind the sample and doing it over and over until I had 3 or so minutes of the loop. It was very tricky to keep in time and took ages to make. Anyway, from that people starting calling my productions “lotek”. So when the first Roots Manuva album was released I was credited as Lotek Productions. Later when I started the group Lotek Hi-Fi as there was another guy in the group called Wayne, reggae singer Wayne Paul, the people at the label started called me Wayne Lotek. The name just stuck. 2. I can’t imagine there is much low-tech that you do these days, or is there? I do use a lot of new technology in my music, like my computer, having said that I still use analogue tape machines and effects boxes dating back to the 80’s so in relation to a lot of modern music I guess still is kind of Lotek.
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Over the last few years I think the biggest new thing has been dubstep, I love the synth sound they’re pulling although I prefer the dubbier dubstep. I’ve always been a big fan of hip hop but don’t listen to nearly as much of the American stuff as I did when I was a lot younger. Music in general gets me going, I’m not really genre specific. I got into music through sound engineering, I love mixing and manipulating sound anything that allows me to explore that side of things is great!
Got loads of gigs over summer, a residency in Melbourne and Falls Festival on new years eve...going to be big. Other than that just tons of recording, loads of quality Australian bands and artist coming through my studio in Melbourne. Also recording an album with soul singer Florelie Escano and a new Lotek project with Jake Savona. Busy Busy Busy
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For his latest project, Wolf Mail takes a detour from his standing as “heavy weight champion of electric blues” (LA Weekly) and makes a foray into acoustic, non-electric guitar. Does the intensity and passions synonymous with the man described as ‘The missing link between Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan” waiver though? No. His guitar is still front and centre but is replaced with a more subtle sound in which the mood shifts from light to shade displaying his profound musicality In this acoustic duo, Wolf teams up with Boston Shaker’s Jamie Walker. Walker is also more renowned for pumping soul rock anthems than acoustic music, winning best song with his band in the 2008 NA2R radio competition. So what inspired the change of pace for the guitar masters? The two joined up last year when Wolf caught Boston Shaker playing in Sydney while he himself was touring Australia. Jamie joined Wolf on stage and according to Wolf, “Jamie had the right combination of roots vibe mixed with blues rock”.“ And our voices match too” he says. Soho Strays have made an album “ You Move Me” which is due to be released later this year. Mail describes their sound as reminiscent of John Lee Hooker, Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash. Tues. Nov. 1 Brookfield Vineyard ( Melb. Cup Lunch show ) 1640 Channel Hwy. Margate Bookings: 03 62672880 --------------------------Sat. Nov. 5 Fresh on Charles 178 Charles Street, Launceston at 8 pm www.sauce.net.au
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six of the best
classic album review
with sara jane neep
late at night
by edward guglielmino
Sara Jane Neep will be playing at The Royal Oak on November 17 with music industry rebel, Ed Guglielmino Launceston’s striking singer-songwriter, Sara Jane, will be playing at the Royal Oak on November 17 with Ed Guglielmino. We gave her ‘six of the best’, over her CD, ‘Songs About Life’. 1. “In One Instant” sounds like you’re a woman not to be crossed. What inspired such angry lyrics? Haha! Oh you have me all wrong. It’s really not like that at all. In fact it is the woman in the story that was crossed. It’s interesting to hear everyone’s interpretations on it. It starts as that crazy feeling you first get when things are new, the uncertainty, the excitement and adrenalin and the intensity, and how it can drive you crazy. But then it goes all wrong and she soon discovers this person isn’t completely what she thought he was. There have been lies and deception and manipulation. Then finally in the end she comes to conclusion that it’s not worth all of the anguish and decides to walk away. 2. “Take Control” is a great power funk number, does this song feature real horns and if so how did that come about? Thank you! Sadly on the recording no, but I have a very nice keyboard that has real horn sounds so I was able to emulate it quite well. I would love to have a horn section to play it live, that would be great. Hopefully something for future shows! 3. Your album is very diverse rhythmically, as a writer what comes first, the rhythm or the song? To be honest, it changes a lot. Sometimes I will get a melody in my head and I’ll start there and work chords and rhythm around it. For example my track called ‘Move’ I started at the piano with just playing some bass notes and then the melody followed and from there I created the rhythm. However on tracks like ‘Power and Glory’, ‘Unbelievable’, and ‘War Song’ the rhythm and riffs came first and that was the basis for creating the lyrics and vocal around it.
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4. In the middle eights of “Unbelievable” and “Power and Glory” you show off your higher range as a vocalist, and it sounds amazing and very comfortable for you, why are you so reluctant to show off the your range as a singer? It’s not really something I have done consciously, I do use my top range regularly at cover gigs and ‘Move’ and ‘Butterflies’ have some higher bits so I’m not exactly reluctant to use it. I guess it just depends on what I am writing and where I am going and if it heads up there it does and if it doesn’t it doesn’t. 5. Track six is called “War Song”, did you know Culture Club had a bit hit with a song with the same title? And your “War Song” is very catchy and unlike anything on the album? Oooooh I didn’t know that, I am going to look it up! Yes it’s definitely very left of centre in comparison to the rest of the album. It’s probably my favorite track of the album. It’s rhythmically very different to my other tunes, with very varying feels and the changing time signatures as well as having that semi-acoustic feel about it. My inspiration from it came from when I was overseas and I went to Dachau, one of the concentration camps in Germany from WW2. . 6. “Power and Glory” is the hardest rocking most testosterone fuelled song on the album, is this a favorite for the boys to play and is this a clue to where your music might be heading? You would probably have to ask the guys that one. I’m not sure I would say it’s where we are heading. I find it really hard to categorize myself into one particular genre as there are so many different influences coming through and at this stage I think I am falling more into a bluesy reggae folk market. Matthew Sertori
This Brisbane based post punk, alternative rock, avant guard singer songwriter multi instrumentalist released this quirky and much maligned album in 2009. Triple J’s Programming Director Richard Kingsmill compared this album to The Saint’s - Ed Kueppeur, an artist that has also marginalized fans and critics alike. Edward or Professor Gugliemino to his students in his day job, is one of a handful of musicians that can boast Mensa membership on their CV. Despite being blessed with incredible intelligence, no one has done more to derail their career that Guglielmino himself, being charged with inciting a riot at a Lost In Love gig (a band he formed with the Boat People’s James O’Brein) in 2007, resulted in an unsuccessful appeal to fans to raise $5000 Supreme Court bail. Guglielmino was then sued by General Electric for incorporating his initials into their logo, while the matter was settled out of court, by the time ‘Late At Night’ was recorded, Guglielmino found himself penniless and without major label support. It is not surprising that this music, recorded painstakingly over a three year period is both the bleakest and most beautiful of his recordings. Notably on ‘Fail With Me,’ from the moment his venerable Thom Yorke-like falsetto croons about a doomed relationship, through to an oblique whistling solo to rival John Lennon’s efforts on ‘Jealous Guy’ the only conclusion to reach here, is whether you are a lover or a hater, this is the music of a misogynistic genius. Many fans speculated that this song was a metaphor for Guglielmino’s own downward career arc at that time and his ongoing battle with depression and mental illness. On the opening track, the bitter and bewildering ‘Caught In A Landslide,’ a song that falls somewhere between Jeff Buckley and Lou Reed, Guglielmino exploits a recording wall of sound sonic bleed technique developed by David Byrne and Brian Eno during the ‘Fear of Music’ sessions to create an atmospherically charged track, recorded live in the studio, with all the musicians playing at the same time, the music is haunting and reminiscent of the sound of the Walker Brother’s ‘African Nite Flights.’ The track, ‘Take Me Home Tonight’ features the sultry vocals of his band’s one time keyboardist, the exotic Italian actress, Nicoletta Panebianco (many would remember from the acclaimed Australian television series, ‘Rake.’ ‘Late At Night’ has divided critics and fans alike, the single ‘Rhythm of Life’ after initially garnering significant airplay, was dropped from play-lists when Guglielmino hacked into the ARIA website to add his name to the best new artist category, when he was overlooked for a nomination three weeks after this album was released in an ill advised attempt to publicize his music, a stunt industry insiders say will ensure he is never nominated for any major industry awards. A footnote to the album was that it also launched the career of producer, Matt Redlich (Hungry Kids of Hungry, PJ Wolf, Surface Paradise and Timothy Carol). Matthew Sertori
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The Snowdroppers self-sabotage
Hailing from the backstreets of Sydney, The Snowdroppers are a four man punksoul-gutter-blues tour de force. Blistering live shows and a love of the profane have earned them a fanatical following of anyone who likes it wild, loud and dirty. With a proven track record, listening to their music is guaranteed* to get you laid.
Their constant touring has ensured their music has made rough, sweet, sweaty love to the ear pussies of audiences far and wide; making them crowd favourites at major festivals such as the Big Day Out, Byron Bay Bluesfest, Playground Weekender, Peats Ridge and Come Together. This will be the Snowdroppers biggest tour yet, kicking off in late October and making its way pretty much all across our great dusty land. The tour, so far ... PART 1) NUDE GIRLS PART 2) BROKEN BONES PART 3) STEALING FROM THE WIGGLES For most bands, a long tour provides them the chance to generate a little publicity, the enjoyment of playing their music to their fans, and hopefully building a larger audience. The Snowdroppers however, see it as an opportunity to sabotage themselves. PART 1 You may have seen the tour art that has caused quite a stir. It features a young woman listening to music….. naked. On the day of it’s release a certain street press received a official notice from the The Advertising Standards Bureau, and while that investigation continues the artwork is barred from being printed. Facebook removed it within an hour, which started a campaign where hunderds of Snowdroppers fans added the artwork as their profile picture. Poster distribution companies have flat out refused to distribute the posters, so the likelihood of seeing one up around town is pretty slim, no doubt there’s a few posted up in local mechanic workshops though. PART 2 Last Saturday night marked one Cougar Jones’ birthday, and like every good 13 year old boy, he held a manly party for men. It was an underground arm wrestling tournament, and by far the most “manly” thing ever seen. Anyway, to cut a long story short, Snowdroppers bass player London ended up having his humerus snapped into a million pieces during said competition, and was rushed to St Vincents ER in his manly Hulk costume. He had company though, as two other party goers wound up in the same ward within a couple hours.
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PART 3 Long overdue to release some new music, The Snowdroppers decided to give away two new songs for download, and also sell them on 7 inch vinyl records at their upcoming shows. Little did anyone know, the money was appropriated from The Wiggles. ABC music had asked them to provide a track for their Wiggles tribute album, so they took the recording budget and recorded Wiggles’ classic “Wags the dog” in 20 mins, using the remainder of the money to fund the recording of soon to be Snowdroppers’ classic “I’ve been so lonely now since you’ve been gone”. While a brilliant idea, not so great in hind-sight when they let this slip out in a informal chat with a journalist, who included in an article. Still awaiting word from Aunty’s legal department. Despite the above, and the unfortunate cancellation of their Wollongong show, all in The Snowdroppers camp are hard at work filming a montage of themselves training replacement bass players. Except for London, he’s acquainting himself with his new best friend, Endone. What will the Tassie leg of their tour bring? More mayhem, maybe, for there will be nothing sedate about their performances, at Hotel New York, Launceston, Wednesday 23rd of November and at the Republic Bar, Hobart, Thursday, 24th of November. www.sauce.net.au
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Gig.Guide Your.Monthly.Entertainment.guide - 2ND NOV TO 6TH DEC If you’d like your gigs included, email details to david@sauce.net.au
Tuesday November 1st //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Melbourne Cup Luncheon with Soho Strays, & Fashion Parade Cargo pizza and Lounge Bar - Tim Davies followed by Micheal Clennett Republic Bar - Carl Rush Brisbane Hotel - Art @ The Brissie Irish Murphy’s - Tasmanian Songwriters & Producers Night Wednesday November 2nd //Hobart The Grand Poobah - ‘EASY RIDER’ Syrup – TackyOke Plan B Observatory - DJ Mr B & DJ Dameza Republic Bar - Girl Friday Brisbane Hotel - Stone Troll + Infected //Launceston Fresh on Charles – Drop #7 with Filth Collins(Syd) plus Dj Dagwood & Dj Braeds The Saloon – Uni night, Long Way Home & Dj Bitter Nasty Royal Oak – Live music //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar – Tapas Trivia Night Thursday November 3rd //Hobart Vic Tav – Thirsty Thursdays Music & Cheap drinks The Grand Poobah - Queers Got Talent (Tas Pride Event) Cargo pizza and Lounge Bar - Micheal Clennett and Guests Republic Bar - Soho Strays Brisbane Hotel - Circus Horrificus Cabaret w Matt Burton + Samora Squid + Bridget Bridge + The Middletones Irish Murphy’s - Infected //Launceston Hotel Nerw York - Thousand Needles In Red-Empires National Tour Royal Oak – Live music //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - EVIL CISUM
Friday November 4th //Hobart Venue Six - FunkOars Brookfield Margate - Open Mic Featuring Dan Hennessay The Grand Poobah - Matt and Ted make stuff up again’ (Comedy) Alley Cat - The Crunch and the Pop Tarts Syrup - “Boogie” DJs Nick C and Jaydee Plan B - DJ Comp Electro Heats and Final Observatory – Johnny G & DJ Millhouse The Telegraph – Micheal Clennett followed by The Smashers Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – Sticks and Kane followed by Garod Matcham Ivory Bar - DJ Grotesque Republic Bar - The Red Eyes Brisbane Hotel - - Damage Nightclub w www.sauce.net.au
Cashman + Bears + Schwerpunkt + Dj’s Irish Murphy’s - Alex Hutchins, Naked Acoustic, Dr Fink Reggae Chill – Live reggae music & Dj //Launceston Hotel New York – Frenzal Rhomb Royal Oak - Oxfam charity gig in the boatshed The Pizza Pub - Elephant & Castle Presents: Thieves, Small City Lights, The Crazy 88s //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - THREE PIECE Saturday November 5th //Hobart Venue Six – Thousand Needles in Red The Grand Poobah – SKITTLE, THE DIVINE KNIGHTS (SYD),DYAN TAI (SYD),THE REAL HOT BITCHES, 80’s DANCE TROUPE (VIC) Alley Cat - Tim Hudspith and Chocolate Bedrock Syrup - “Tackyland” Djs Muzza and Webby Plan B - Evil 9 Uk plus local Support Observatory – DJ Mr B. The Telegraph – Tim Davies followed by The Smashers Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – DJ Millhouse Ivory Bar - Agent 86, Grotesque, dameza Republic Bar - The Red Eyes Brisbane Hotel - Frenzal Rhomb + Your demise + Will & The Screaming Seniors + Dj Sister Olivia Irish Murphy’s - Joel Everard, Vendetta //Launceston Fresh on Charles – Wolf Mail (Canada) supported by Boho Snail Hotel New York - Funkoars-The Quickening Album Launch Tour Royal Oak - Taberah album launch supported by Future Recollection and boxmoney //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - CANDY FEET Sunday November 6th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Folk Fed Songwriters Comp The Grand Poobah - ‘The Grand Poobah Bazaar’ Cargo pizza and Lounge Bar - Ado and Devo followed by Grotesque and Agent 86 Republic Bar - Husky + Tin Sparrow Brisbane Hotel - Brissie Bingo w Happy Hours Irish Murphy’s - Ivories at Irish //Launceston Royal Oak - open folk session //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar- ELECTRIC SPAGHETT Monday November 7th //Hobart Vic Tav – Monday Night Madness with Mr B Republic Hotel - Steven Campbell Irish Murphy’s - Australian Songwriters Association //Launceston
The Saloon - S.I.N- Saloon Industry Night Tuesday November 8th //Hobart Republic Bar - Baker Boys Band Brisbane Hotel - Franks flicks Irish Murphy’s - Deb Manskey Wednesday November 9th //Hobart The Grand Poobah - THE ADVENTURES OF BARON MUNCHAUSEN Syrup – TackyOke Observatory - DJ Mr B.& DJ Dameza Republic Bar - Tijuana Cartel ‘M1 Tour’ + Dameza + Dublo Brisbane Hotel - James Parry + Pines + Lyra Will //Launceston Royal Oak - Mick Attard in the public bar The Saloon – Uni Night, Ethel the Frog & Dj Bitter Nasty //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar – Open Mic Night Thursday November 10th //Hobart Vic Tav – Thirsty Thursdays Music & Cheap drinks Cargo pizza & lounge bar - Micheal Clennett and Guests Republic Bar - Fritz Brisbane Hotel - The Psyde Projects Irish Murphy’s - Wingit, Kreigan Hill //Launceston Royal Oak - Dave Adams in the bar Fresh on Charles – Comedy talk show “Inside Stephen’s Bumbag” //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - JIM BEAM PROMO NIGHT Friday November 11th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Astrid Notarangelo Concert + workshop Sunday The Grand Poobah - The Psyde Projects, Dameza, Paddles, Afterthought & Crixus Alley Cat - Bunny and Lyra Will Syryp – Boogie Nick C and Webby Plan B - DJ Keno ,Gillie Observatory – DJ Mr B & Grotesque The Telegraph – Micheal Clennett followed by Dr Fink Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – Tim Davies followed by Tim Davies Duo Ivory Bar - DJ Malakai Republic Bar - Adam Cousens Band + Samuel Cole & The Mornings Brisbane Hotel - TRASH NIGHTCLUB w Raven Black Night (sa) + The Loving Tongue (sa) + Lady Crimson + Bats of a Feather + Dj’s Irish Murphy’s - Ian Murtagh, Mickey and Kazu, Rogue Sharks Reggae Chill – Live reggae music & Dj //Launceston Fresh on Charles – Skipping Girl Vinigar Hotel New York - Busby Marou Supported by Winter People Royal Oak – Live music
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//Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar- T M G Saturday November 12th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Blue Mosquitos & the Colemans Uni Bar - END OF EXAMS PARTY, ANDY MOOR [UK] NICK ARBOR (Sydney) & many more The Grand Poobah - Busby Marou, Ben Salter and Winter People Julius Schwing Quartet with Jon Delaney in The Kissing Room Alley Cat - Truckshow and Roadkill Syrup – Tackyland” Djs Muzza and Webby Plan B - Dj Keno, Gillie, Simon Lovel Observatory – Johnny G The Telegraph – Micheal Clennett followed by Dr Fink Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – Millhouse Ivory Bar - Wax Motif, Mez and Dameza Brisbane Hotel - Graveyard Train (vic) + The Lawless Quartet + The Sin & Tonics + Hairyman Irish Murphy’s - Joel Everard, The Smashers //Launceston Royal Oak – Live music //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - THE UNIT Sunday November 13th //Hobart Cargo pizza & lounge bar – Where’s Mary followed by DJ Grotesque Republic Bar - Kobya Irish Murphy’s - Little Bear //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - CHRIS MEEK Monday November 14th //Hobart Vic Tav – Monday Night Madness with Mr B Republic Bar - Quiz Night Irish Murphy’s - Rogue Acoustic //Launceston The Saloon - S.I.N- Saloon Industry Night Tuesday November 15th //Hobart Republic Bar - Hoot Owl Brisbane Hotel - Quiz-A-Saurus Irish Murphy’s - Tasmanian Songwriters and Producers Night Wednesday November 16th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Bridget Pross & other performers from Flatrock Experiment Syrup – TackyOke Observatory - DJ Mr B. & DJ Dameza Republic Bar - 4 Letter Fish Brisbane Hotel - My Girlfriends Sister + Wing It + Cat Weazle Irish Murphy’s - Dylan Labuschagne //Launceston Royal Oak - scott Haig in the bar The Saloon – Uni Night, Lorenzo Von Matterhorn & Dj bitter Nasty Page 20
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Thursday November 17th //Hobart Vic Tav – Thirsty Thursdays Music & Cheap drinks Republic Bar - Bridget Pross Band Brisbane Hotel - Gorbacher + Left Of Centaur Irish Murphy’s - The Witching Tree, Radio Silence //Launceston Royal Oak - Sara Jane and Ed Gugliomino in the bar //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - LINOLEUM (NO FX TRIBUTE BAND) Friday November 18th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Acoustic Night The Waratah Hotel - The Clubhouse Headlined by Anne Edmonds! The Grand Poobah - Pitch Black Trance Night Alley Cat - Dave Graney Syrup - “Boogie” DJs Nick C and Jaydee Plan B - Coven - Coven Djs & DJ Millhouse Observatory – Johnny G The Telegraph – Micheal Clennett followed by Big Swifty Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – Sticks and Kane followed by Tim Davies Duo Ivory Bar - Frequency Fridays Republic Bar - Sugartrain Brisbane Hotel - Drunk Elk (cd launch) + Black Habit + Moe Grizzly + Mumble Speak + Dj Sister Olivia Irish Mrphy’s - Alex Hutchins, Brett Collidge, Selecta Reggae Chill – Live reggae music & Dj //Launceston Royal Oak - The Hamburgers in the bar //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - UNDER THE COVERS Saturday November 19th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Sisi & the Sonics The Grand Poobah - King Carousel & lots more Alley Cat - Hayley Couper Syrup - “Tackyland” Djs Muzza and Webby Plan B - The Only + Corney + winners DJ Comp Observatory – DJ Mr B. The Telegraph – Ado and Devo followed by The Smashers Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – DJ Millhouse Ivory Bar - 1 fish 2 Fish, Malakai and Dameza Republic Bar - 360 supp. Grey Ghost Brisbane Hotel - Save The Children Egg Eating Competition & The Vasco Era Irish Murphy’s - Rogue Sharks, The Pirates of the Cover Scene //Launceston Royal Oak - Dave Adams in the bar //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - SLATS & THE BIG NATURALS
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Sunday November 20th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Josh Durno ep Launch The Grand Poobah - Passenger, Stu Larsen & Ben Wells Cargo pizza and Lounge Bar - sticks and Kane, Grotesque and 1 fish2fish Republic Bar - Lachlan Bryan Brisbane Hotel - Brissie Bingo Irish Murphy’s - Ivories at Irish //Launceston Royal Oak - open folk session in the bar //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - NEIL GIBSON
Monday November 21st //Hobart Vic Tav – Monday Night Madness with Mr B The Grand Poobah - Danger Academy Republic Bar - G.B Balding (Finger Pickin’ Blues) //Launceston The Saloon - S.I.N- Saloon Industry Night Tuesday November 22nd //Hobart Republic Bar - Mick Ahearne Wednesday November 23rd //Hobart Syrup – TackyOke Observatory - DJ Mr B. & DJ Dameza Republic Bar - Nigel Wearne Brisbane Hotel - Negura Bunget (romania) Irish Murphy’s - Josh Durno, Barry Jones //Launceston The Saloon - Long Way Home & Dj Bitter Nasty Royal Oak - live music //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar – Tapas Trivia Night Thursday November 24th //Hobart Vic Tav – Thirsty Thursdays Music & Cheap drinks Republic Bar - The Snowdroppers ‘Lo-fi Thigh-High Tour’ + Guthrie + The Sin and Tonics Brisbane Hotel - The Comedy Forge (stand up comedy) Irish Murphy’s - Darlington, Lance Cooper //Launceston The Saloon - DIG- Direction In Groove Royal Oak - Lonnie Tunes in the bar //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - T M G (SHOW DAY EVE) Friday November 25th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Harlequin (medievil) The Grand Poobah - Hobart Festival De Flamenco Alley Cat - Mick Thomas (Weddings Parties Anything) with Squeezebox Wally Syrup – Body Heat & Boogie Djs Nick C and Webby
Plan B - DJ Comp Bass Heavy Heats and Final Observatory – Johnny G & DJ Dameza The Telegraph – Micheal Clennett followed by Wolfe brothers Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – Tim Davies followed by Devo and Ado Ivory Bar - Behind Closed Doors Republic Bar - Gold Fields + Millions Brisbane Hotel - DJ BTC V’s DJ DAMEZA Irish Murphy’s - Jeremy Matcham, Naked Acoustic, Dr Fink Reggae Chill – Live reggae music & Dj //Launceston The Saloon - Art vs. Science The Pizza Pub - Elephant & Castle Presents: Sole Stickers, Colour by Numbers, Mount Horror Royal Oak - Boxmoney,the Hamburgers others in the boatshed //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - ELECTRIC SPAGHETTI Saturday November 26th //Hobart Venue Six – Las Vegas Grind, Burlesque show Brookfield Margate - New Holland Honeyeaters The Grand Poobah - La La Land Dance Party Alley Cat - Nigel Wearne and Mangus Syrup – Tackyland DJs Muzza and Webby Plan B - Finch Gillie, Corney Observatory – Johnny G The Telegraph – Ado and Devo followed by The Smashers Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – Millhouse Ivory Bar - Ajax Mez and Dameza Republic Bar - The Scientists Of Modern Music (Album Launch) Brisbane Hotel - Sydney City Trash (syd) + Handsome Young Strangers (qld) + Irish Murphy’s - Gav and Lina, The Smashers //Launceston Royal Oak - L.B.C present Smokin Elmores in the boatshed //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - ROCK PIGS Sunday November 27th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Nigel Wearne Cargo pizza & lounge bar - Wolfe Brothers followed by DJ Grotesque Republic Bar - The FIRMM Brisbane Hotel - Brissie Bingo Irish Murphy’s - Deb Manskey //Launceston Royal Oak - open folk session in the bar //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - LIVE MUSIC Monday November 28th //Hobart Vic Tav – Monday Night Madness with Mr B Republic Bar - Quiz NIght //Launceston The Saloon - S.I.N- Saloon Industry Night
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Tuesday November 29th //Hobart Republic Bar - The Sign Irish Murphy’s - Fritz, Rogue AcousticRegards //Launceston Royal Oak - L.J.C present Clem Meehan dixieland express in the boatshed Wednesday November 30 //Hobart Syrup – TackyOke Observatory - DJ Mr B. DJ Dameza Republic Bar - Joe Pirere & The Blackberries //Launceston Royal Oak - Open Mic Night The Saloon Bar - 4 Star Nation & Dj Bitter Nasty //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar – Tapas Trivia Night Thursday December 1st //Hobart Vic Tav – Thirsty Thursdays Music & Cheap drinks //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar- PARIS WELLS Friday December 2nd //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Open Mic Syrup – Boogie Nick C and Webby Plan B - Lovell, Finch & DJ Millhouse Observatory – Johnny G The Telegraph – Micheal Clennett followed by The Smashers Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – Tim Davies followed by Garrod Matcham Ivory Bar - DJ Grotesque Reggae Chill – Live reggae music & Dj //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - T M G Saturday December 3rd //Hobart The Grand Poobah - Sal Kimber and the Rollin Wheel & Hot Club Romanesca Syrup – Syrup 10 year Party Party Plan B - Party10 Years at Syrup Party Ft Mark Dynamix + Corney, Gillie, Ker Observatory – DJ Mr B. The Telegraph – Tim Davies followed by The Smashers Cargo pizza And Lounge Bar – DJ Johnny G Ivory Bar - Lids, Mez and Dameza //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - LIVE MUSIC Sunday December 4th //Hobart Brookfield Margate - Luke Plumb The Grand Poobah - ‘The Grand Poobah Bazaar’ Cargo pizza and lounge bar - Ado and Devo followed by DJ Grotesque //Devonport Tapas Lounge Bar - MICK AHEARNE & REX WATTS
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nOVEMBER Arts.Guide Supported by Salamanca Arts Centre Exploring all corners of the creative universe. www.salarts.org.au / 03 6234 8414 Tuesday November 1st //Hobart The Barn, Rosny Park The Clarence Prize for Excellence in Furniture Design Finalists’ Exhibition //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Wednesday November 2nd //Hobart The Barn, Rosny Park The Clarence Prize for Excellence in Furniture Design Finalists’ Exhibition //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Thursday November 3rd //Hobart The Barn, Rosny Park The Clarence Prize for Excellence in Furniture Design Finalists’ Exhibition //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Friday November 4th //Hobart The Barn, Rosny Park The Clarence Prize for Excellence in Furniture Design Finalists’ Exhibition //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Saturday November 5th //Hobart The Barn, Rosny Park The Clarence Prize for Excellence in Furniture Design Finalists’ Exhibition The Venue, Wooby’s Lane, Salamanca Talking Poofy Cost: $35/$30 conc & TasPride members //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Sunday November 6th //Hobart The Barn, Rosny Park The Clarence Prize for Excellence in Furniture Design Finalists’ Exhibition //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints
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Monday November 7th //Hobart Backspace Theatre A Tribute to Geoffrey Dean Backspace Theatre A Tribute to Geoffrey Dean Cost: $12 //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Tuesday November 8th //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Wednesday November 9th //Launceston Handmark Gallery Evandale The Gathering of the Birds ( A Sufi story of wisdom and beauty) Mandy Renard Prints Thursday November 10th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers Date/s: 10th - 30th November, 2011 Opening, Friday, 11th November at 5.30pm Friday November 11th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Opening Theatre Royal This Uncharted Kruckemeyer, 8pm Cost: From $25
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Saturday November 12th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers Theatre Royal This Uncharted Hour by Finegan Kruckemeyer, 2pm & 8pm Cost: From $25 Sunday November 13th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Monday November 14th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Monday November 21st //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Tuesday November 15th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Tuesday November 22nd //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Wednesday November 16th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Wednesday November 23rd //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Thursday November 17th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Thursday November 24th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Friday November 18th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Friday November 25th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Saturday November 19th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Saturday November 26th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Sunday November 20th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
Sunday November 27th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
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nOVEMBER Arts.Guide Supported by Salamanca Arts Centre Exploring all corners of the creative universe. www.salarts.org.au / 03 6234 8414 Monday November 28th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
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Tuesday November 29th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition Wednesday November 30th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Cityscapes’ - Rachel Ireland-Meyers //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition Thursday December 1st //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Drawn to the Detail’ by Emma McDowell //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition Friday December 2nd //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Drawn to the Detail’ by Emma McDowell Opening //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition Saturday December 3rd //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Drawn to the Detail’ by Emma McDowell //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition Sunday December 4th //Hobart Inka Gallery, Salamanca ‘Drawn to the Detail’ by Emma McDowell //Launceston Artisan Gallery, Robigana, West Tamar Time Shift - Artisan Gallery 20th Anniversary Exhibition
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To say goodbye to Red Wall Gallery they are having a massive group show with a fancy dress theme of RED. The show will be exhibited on the two levels of the Republic with the opening in the function room upstairs with music, art, fun and merriment. If you want to exhibit (there is no theme) please email details (artist name, title, dimensions, materials, price) to redwallgallery@gmail. com by Friday 25 November. The work needs to be dropped off to the Republic Bar by Friday 2 December.
For any performance musical acts please send an email (redwallgallery@gmail.com) regarding what you would like to do. It will have to be an acoustic set up upstairs, but if anyone has some equipment they can bring along to make it a bit louder that would be great. When you come along to the opening on Sunday 4 December at 6pm dress in your rosy finest, the dress up theme is red to honour the wall, there will be some prizes for the best
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Album Reviews ASKING ALEXANDRA RECKLESS AND RELENTLESS
THE JEZABELS PRISONER
BEN SALTER THE CAT
ICEHOUSE WHITE HEAT
Asking Alexandria’s newest album (Reckless and Relentless) begins with a song called Welcome that starts off with slow techno and gradually gains momenteum, it then introduces slight drum beats before going into brutal break downs with Danny Wornsop’s new and improved screams. Reckless and Relentless is a sure improvement from their last album Stand Up and Scream. But they still seem to take a few risks that in my opinion really worked, for example, the song Someone Somewhere which the guitariust Ben labled as a “A straightforward slab of radio rock that’s free of breakdowns, screaming and synth breaks” (AP Mag Interview) The song still features mainly with Asking Alexandria’s guitar chugs that they are known for and it also highlights Dannys clean capabilities and features an old style simple guitar solo. The best song on the album in my opinion is Reckless and Relentless Its breakdowns and synths fit each other perfectly and have great clean vocals by Danny and awesome guitar and techno mixes. A song that really highlights Dannys screaming expertise is Morte Et Dabo the highs in this song are amazing. Some of their songs have been disappointing Breathless synths and breakdowns that don’t fit well together and is a letdown. This band has improved since their last album and have discarded a majority of the mishaps that they used to get criticised for and have gone an approach that could make them more successful in the metal industry. Overall I rate this album 8/10. Ben Tyberek
Forming in 2007 at the University of Sydney and getting their big break on Triple J Unearthed in 2009, this is the debut self financed album from a unique four piece. It follows a trilogy of three excellent five track EP’s and like those earlier releases, this album recorded at Attic Studios was also produced by Lachlan Mitchell (Swoop, Diesel, The Hard Ons and Mick Harvey). The single ‘Endless Summer’ has been described as PJ Harvey meets Fleetwood Mac, while the amazing title track can be categorised somewhere between the Waterboys and Patti Smith – although the sexy moog sound of Hot Butter’s ‘Popcorn’ and a bit of pipe organ flesh out the song beautifully. Having toured with Regurgitate, Sparkadeia, Kate Miller-Heidke, Katie Noonan Josh Pyke, the Jezabels have emerged as a major drawcard in their own right, the band having gone from playing shows to crowds of 150 to 1500 in just a few months with their challenging panoramic, atmospheric, cinematic, seductive soundscapes. Surely the Jezabels are genuine contenders to pip Goyte at the post at this year’s ARIAS (and given they have been nominated three times previously, maybe to quote a famous political slogan, ‘it’s time).’ Singer Hayley Mary with her multi octave vocals is the thinking woman’s rock chicks answer to Freddie Mercury, with her soaring and dramatic Kate Bush-like inflexions it’s obvious this country has found its next Queen of pop. Look out for versions of this album with the bonus signed cd of unreleased demos and rarities. Matthew Sertori
Brisbane based, Ben Salter has self released an ambitious singer / songwriter album that will no doubt draw comparisons with his previous bands, The Wilson Pickers, Giants of Science, The Young Liberals and The Gin Club. Instrumentally experimental, incorporating a plethora of sounds, including flute, cello and hurdy-gurdy ‘The Cat’ was co-produced by people that have worked with artists as diverse as the Drones and Sarah Blasko. Enthusiastic musicianship dominate proceedings, notably ‘Once In A Lifetime’ (not a Talking Heads cover) that is reminiscent of Campervan Beethoven’s ‘Pictures of Matchstick Men.’ It needs to be said that this album contains a uncanny number of songs that share the same titles as quiet famous Pet Shop Boys songs, notably ‘West End Girls’ and ‘Opportunities.’ That quibble aside, the closing track is the ballad, ‘Last Night I Was Chasing You’ which is atmospheric, subtle and haunting, it builds on the sound of a train leaving a station builds on ethereal Fleet Foxes harmonies and concludes with ‘Bitches Brew’ era brass. The title track with its random epic eighties sax solo is certainly surprising, but whether it works in the middle of a low key acoustic folk song is debatable. Where this album suffers is that as a listener, I get a strong sense these songs were never road tested, sometimes the playing is simply rushed, rather than mind blowing. Salter is his quest to be spontaneous and creative, has perhaps missed an opportunity to deliver a masterpiece. The Cat is also available on limited edition vinyl.
White Heat – Icehouse Following the acclaimed rerelease of Icehouse’s self titled debut album, it’s time to re-assess this once iconic Australian band. Written off by many for being a poor man’s David Bowie (maybe because they supported him on the ‘Let’s Dance’ tour) or remembered more dismissively for being the best cover’s band this country has ever produced, few bands can claim to play more definitive versions of Velvet Underground, Roxy Music and Talking Heads classics better than the original line up of Flowers (the band were forced to change their name when an American band with the same name threatened legal action). Perhaps it is not surprising the band eventually worked with Brian Eno on the now forgotten ‘Measure For Measure’ album, as well as teaming up with other locals artists of the calibre of Joe Camilleri and the Divinyl’s Christina Amphlett. Surviving many line up changes, Icehouse eventually found international success with the John Oates produced ‘Man of Colours.’ While this album spawned the radio hits, ‘Crazy’, and ‘Electric Blue’ these days it is the superior earlier hits, ‘Great Southern Land’ and ‘Hey Little Girl’ that most people remember. Like many of their contemporaries, the band lost their way in the 1990’s with the forgettable ‘Big Wheel’ album, although with the single ‘Miss Devine’ in 1990, briefly enjoyed some well deserved chart success. This 30 single compilation contains a bonus DVD which definitively shows the band’s success was linked to the length of Iva Davie’s mullet. Matthew Sertori
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GOTYE MAKING MIRRORS
LE BUTCHERETTES SIN SIN SIN
DOLLY PARTON BETTER DAY
BLONDIE PANIC OF GIRLS
Melbourne based Gotye, or Wally to his mum, is the strange, yet accessible, chart topping, ARIAaward-winning, multiinstrumentalist that, if I am not mistaken, delivers an exquisite third album. Perhaps it’s ironic given the success of this album at the time of its release, Gotye was quoted as saying, ‘this will be an album only musicians like, something like a Mars Volta album.’ A few months later, it’s hard to avoid the enduring hypnotic single ‘Somebody That I used To Know’ with guest vocals by Kimbra, as its played on commercial radio every two hours. While that song is as repetitive as baa baa black sheep, elsewhere the dark swinging Mowtown horns on ‘I Feel Better’ and ‘State of the Art’ (which contain the best robotic vocals this side of Daft Punk and the sounds of a quirky $100 organ his parents purchased from the Salvation Army) are uplifting and intricate. The lyrics are as always deep and meaningless, perhaps this was best highlighted when the breakfast crew on Triple J, prank called random in Canada and Scotland to read Gotye lyrics as poems until the listener hung up. Elsewhere, fuzz bass (‘Easy Way Out’), spoken word paranoid vocals, ‘Don’t Worry, We’ll Be Watching’ combine effortlessly with acoustic pop, psychedelic rock and rhythm and blues riffs. Ok, so what if all the indie kids don’t know Goyte stole his whole over hyped adult contemporary act from Sting’s 1978 cameo on Eberhand Schoener’s ‘Video Magic’ or that his chord progressions from Peter Gabriel, this is still a classic album.
The Butherettes are the ultimate Mexican underground garage punk band this side of 2007. Teri Gender Bender, self proclaimed post modernist feminist and provocateur is the twenty one year old lead singer / guitarist / actress / model of the group, the bassist is Jonathon Hischke (Hella and Broken Bells) and along with drummer, Gabe Serbian (The Locust), they complete this brazen trio. Teri Gender Bender is clearly taking a leaf out of the book of iconic punk rock goddesses, one part PJ Harvey, another part Patti Smith – the difference, in a nutshell is that she wears her non-musical influences on her sleeve – imagine significant communicators of the caliber of political activist: Malcolm X, suicide poet: Sylvia Plath, surrealist: Luis Bunuel, in so much as lyrically, spiritually…this album confronts, it offends, it inspires. Gender Bender intimidates the listener with her frank sloganeering, yet remains venerable, dominant, politically astute and articulate. ‘The Actress That Ate Rousseau’: “everybody look at me, an actress with dense harmony, I wear pink feathers, and I live on Broadway, I’m on my way and the bithin’ weather’s gay.” Elsewhere unexpected tempo and rhythm changes reminiscent of Frank Black’s ‘Teenager Of The Year Album’ will keep the most cynical and musically educated listener enthralled. Having supported The Flaming Lips, The Pixies, Interpol, Jane’s Addiction and Yeah Yeah Yeahs, perhaps we finally can judge a band by the company it keeps.
This Cd is worth the price of admission just to see how good your grandmother could look with the assistance of an A-list plastic surgeon. On ‘Better Day’ Dolly sets out to deliver a positive upbeat album in these troubled economic times and annoyingly succeeds. Rumours of her rampant lesbianism and fake marriage aside, she just sounds so sincere when singing about divorce and leaving your wife beating husband on the obligatory ‘Get Out and Stay Out.’ There is nothing here to equal the classics, ‘Jolene’, ‘9 to 5’ and ‘Here You Come Again,’ although ‘Let Love Grow’ with it’s killer refrain forces one to sing along as though inflicted with an involuntary vocal spasm. Throw in Emmylou Harris and Allison Krauss on backing vocals and the mandatory banjo and fiddle on ‘Somebody’s Missing You’ and you are half way down the road to a semi-decent album. If at times this release descends into Taylor Swift pastiche, Dolly reminds us on ‘Country Is As Country Does’ that even if it doesn’t sound like country music, if her name is on it, it’s country music. Perhaps more famous these days for her theme parks and hilarious cleavage gags, Dolly was the Opera Winfrey of her generation, as well as the Lady Ga Ga, with her artificial image. Dolly releases her albums on her own label and dare I say, if this was the debut album from a young up and comer (rather than a pensioner), who know she might still be topping the charts.
Now missing seminal member, Jimmi Destri (the guy that wrote ‘Atomic’) this album sounds suspiciously like a solo Debbie Harry album, rather than a genuine Blondie effort. Sadly this is the hollow vocals of the 66 year old version of that once iconic female vocalist, not the one we remember from classics like ‘Union City Blue.’ Anyone that made the effort to travel to Joseph Chromy Vineyard last year, knows the new songs are pale electro rock imitations of the old ones, although that’s not to say original member, Clem Burkes still isn’t cutting it as a drummer or that the new members are not worthwhile additions. The reggae moments are the weakest, it’s like the band are desperate for another ‘Tide Is High’ moment however the reggae songs ‘The End of The End’ and ‘Sunday Smile’ simply lack charm. Teaming up with the producer of the Killers, the band desperately try to sound contemporary, but on ‘Wine On My Sweat’ it is a little too Ricky Martin to be taken seriously. ‘Girlie Girlie’ is a typically obscure cover of a song by one hit wonder, Sophia George that guitarist Chris Stein found on an old compilation album. The best song here is the rockier, ‘Love Doesn’t Frighten Me’ features a cameo by Cars guitarist, Elliot Easton and tellingly it was not penned by the original members. The Chris Stein song, ‘Le Bleu’ is the one exceptional moment here, singing in French an incorporating piano accordion, this track almost saves this release.
Matthew Sertori
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LOTUS EATERS CAFE: CYGNET local produce, community excellence If you feel like a scenic drive down the Channel, or live locally, The Lotus Eaters Café in Cygnet is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat. Coming into it’s fifth year, owners Giselle Benton and Alex Klimenko focus heavily on locally sourced produce, including free-range eggs and organic meats. The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly and family orientated. There is a real sense of communal effort, for instance one staff member supplies vegetables and salad greens, while support for upcoming community based events is seen in posters adorning the walls. Name of Establishment: The Lotus Eaters Café Address: 10 Mary Street, Cygnet Phone: 62 951 996 Business Hours: Open Thurs-Mon 9am-4pm BYO/Eftpos available Style of Cuisine: Country Café Time and date of review: 20th October 2011(Public Holiday) By Liz Dougan
The menu is casually scrawled on a blackboard for your perusal. After ordering at the counter you can take a seat at one of the large outdoor tables that are ideal for communal use, or find yourself a spot in the front room that features paintings of the local area, freshly cut flowers and ethereal black and white photographic portraits. Dried bay leaves and kaffir lime leaves hang from the ceiling in the kitchen. Fresh Italian parsley, coriander, chives, fancy lettuce and nestersions overflow from glass preserving jars sitting next to the pink lotus mural. Organic baguettes and sourdough bread are baked daily and the delicious selection of cakes, biscuits, chutneys and jams are all made in house.
Lunch starts at 12 noon and continues through to 3pm. Menu changes are made on a daily basis consisting of house made savoury tarts - such as bacon, leek, rosemary and sherry- along with a variety of paninis, curries, calzones, soup and fresh salads that are tossed with herbs and dressing. The meals are hearty, generous and bursting with fresh seasonal flavours. Mains vary from $15-$25. It is an ideal eatery for vegetarians, with an extensive selection available. Due to the Lotus Eaters popularity a somewhat chaotic atmosphere occurs in front of the main counter at times, where you order and pay because of limited space. It is a good
idea to book for this reason, particularly if you’re driving from Hobart. The barista informed me that prior to my arrival on a public holiday, a local family had returned home to collect camping furniture as a result of a fully booked house. They proceeded to set it up outside and were accommodated, but told not to make a habit of it! I think this is testament to the quality food and service provided. If you are interested in a small tower of food in the center of an enormous white plate, this is not the place for you. However if it’s a rustic wholesome feast you’re after, I highly recommend The Lotus Eaters Cafe.
Breakfast is available from 9am to 10.15am and includes a big breaky (free range eggs, grilled tomato, Huon Valley mushrooms and the Cygnet butchery’s pork sausages and bacon). A European style cold meat platter is also on the menu served with fresh organic bread, along with a seasonal fruit plate served with natural yoghurt, honey and toasted nuts. The coffee is supplied by Tas Cafe and has been at a consistently high standard since I first frequented the Lotus Eaters Café during the Cygnet Folk Festival three years ago. A large selection of loose leaf teas are available, including their own unique blend of chai. Local producers such as Gillespies, Ashbolt and Lucaston Park Orchards supply soft drinks. Preservative free chocolate and vanilla bean milkshakes are available, as is strawberry when in season. BYO is also an option if you feel like something a little stronger.
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NO V E M BE R 2011 Six boutique cinemas screening the best of local, Australian and international film since 1913. Visit our elegant, fully licensed cafe bar, located in the heart of cosmopolitan North Hobart. Open from 10am every day.
DRIVE
USA | MA15+ | 100mins
An existential heist movie starring Ryan Gosling Drive stars Ryan Gosling as Hollywood stuntman by day and getaway car driver by night. Whilst considered a loner, he becomes drawn into the life of his neighbour, Carey Mulligan, and her son. This liason leads to increasingly dangerous situations. Director Nicholas Winding Refn won Best Director prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival for this gritty, seductive drama.
MIDNIGHT IN PARIS
France/USA | PG | 94mins
An exhilarating valentine to the City of Light from Woody Allen A romantic comedy set in Paris about the illusion people have that a life different than their own would be much better. Full of comical misunderstandings, magical scenery and romance - it is both contemplation on life and its celebration! Packed with an all-star cast featuring Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams, Marion Cotillard, Michael Sheen and Adrien Brody.
TT3D: CLOSER TO THE EDGE UK | M | 106mins A vivid 3D documentary on one the world’s most dangerous races A stunning film about the 2010 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, the world’s most famous annual road racing event which transforms this beautiful small island into a bikers’ paradise. With speeds hitting 200mph the TT has a reputation for excitement, courage and danger. Riders pit their skills against each other with a determination to win and push themselves beyond their limits.
THE HUNTER
AUS | M | 102mins
Haunting psychological thriller set in Tasmania Willem Dafoe plays the role of Martin David, a man used to holding himself apart, who is sent on a secret mission to bring back the DNA of the last Tasmanian Tiger. Beautifully lensed and impeccably performed by topliner, Willem’s unwavering gaze almost single-handedly propels the narrative of this haunting thriller from Australia.
Session Times Drive (MA15+)
Thurs 27th 1:45*, 3:45, 6:15, 8:15 Fri 28th 1:45*, 4:15*, 6:45, 9:00 Sat 29th 1:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:00* Sun 30th 10:30, 1:45*, 6:15, 9:00* Mon 31st 1:45*, 3:45, 6:15, 9:00* Tue 1st 1:45*, 3:45, 6:15, 8:15 Wed 2nd 1:45*, 3:45, 6:15, 8:30 _______________________________ Bill Cunningham New York (PG) Advance Screenings! Fri 28th 11:15*, 1:30*, 6:45* Sat 29th 11:15*, 1:30*, 6:45* Sun 30th 11:15*, 1:30*, 6:45* _______________________________ Midnight in Paris (PG) Tue 25th 11:00*, 1:30, 7:00*, 9:00* Wed 26th 11:00*, 1:45, 6:30, 9:00* Thurs 27th 11:00*,4:30, 6:45*,9:00* Fri 28th 11:00*, 3:45, 6:30, 8:15* Sat 29th 11:00*, 4:15*, 6:30, 8:45 Sun 30th 11:00*, 4:15*, 6:30*,8:30 Mon 31st 11:00*, 4:30*, 6:45*,8:30 Tue 1st 11:00*,4:30*,6:45*,9:00* Wed 2nd 11:00, 4:30, 7:00, 9:00 _______________________________ TT3D: Closer to the Edge (M) *3D surcharge applies
Wed 26th 10:30, 1:15, 8:15 Thurs 27th 10:30, 1:15, 6:00 Fri 28th 10:30, 1:15, 6:00 Sat 29th 10:30, 1:15, 8:15 Sun 30th 10:30, 1:15, 8:00 Mon 31st 10:30, 1:15, 8:15 Tue 1st 10:30, 1:15, 6:00 Wed 2nd 10:30, 1:15, 8:15 ______________________________
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Senna (M) Tue 25th 1:45*, 3:45*, 6:00 Wed 26th 1:30*, 4:00*, 8:30 Thurs 27th 3:30 Fri 28th 1:00, 8:45 Sat 29th 1:00, 6:00 Sun 30th 3:45, 8:15 Mon 31st 3:30 Tue 1st 3:30, 8:30 Wed 2nd 3:30 _______________________________ Viva Riva! (MA15+) Tue 25th 11:15*, 9:15* Wed 26th 3:30*, 9:15* Thurs 27th 1:15*, 3:45*, 9:15* Fri 28th 1:15*, 9:15* Sat 29th 1:15*, 9:15* Sun 30th 1:15*, 9:15* Mon 31st 1:15*, 3:45*, 9:15* Tue 1st 1:15*, 3:45*, 9:15* Wed 2nd 3:45*, 6:15*, 9:00* _______________________________ The Hunter (M) Thurs 27th 10:45, 1:00, 4:00, 6:15, 8:40 Fri 28th 10:45, 1:30, 4:00, 6:15*, 8:30 Sat 29th 10:45, 1:30, 4:00, 6:15*, 8:30 Sun 30th 10:45, 1:30, 4:00, 6:15 Mon 31st 10:45, 1:00, 4:00, 6:15, 8:40 Tue 1st 10:45, 1:00, 4:00, 6:15, 8:40 Wed 2nd 10:45, 1:00, 4:00, 6:30, 8:45 ______________________________
The Eye of the Storm (MA15+)
Tue 25th 10:30, 3:30 Wed 26th 10:30 Thurs 27th10:30 Fri 28th 3:30 Sat 29th 3:30 Sun 30th 1:00 Mon 31st 10:30 Tue 1st 10:30 Wed 2nd 10:30 ___________________________ The Guard (MA15+) Tue 25th 8:30* Thurs 27th 8:30 Sun 30th 6:00 ___________________________ Submarine (M) Tue 25th 6:45* Wed 26th 4:00* Thurs 27th1:30*, 8:15* Fri 28th 3:45*, 8:15* Sat 29th 3:45*, 8:15* Sun 30th 3:45*, 8:45* Mon 31st 1:30*, 6:45* Tue 1st 1:30*, 6:30*, 8:30* Wed 2nd 1:30*, 8:30* ___________________________ Red Dog (PG) Tue 25th 4:30 Thurs 27th 1:30 Fri 28th 10:30 Sat 29th 10:30 Sun 30th 3:30 Mon 31st 1:30, 6:00 Tue 1st 1:30 Wed 2nd 1:30 ___________________________
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THE IDES OF MARCH
BURNING MAN
ANONYMOUS
AUS | MA15+ | 109mins
Germany/USA | M | 130mins
The Ides of March takes place during the frantic last days before a heavily contested Ohio presidential primary, when an up-and-coming campaign press secretary (Ryan Gosling) finds himself involved in a political scandal that threatens to upend his candidate’s (George Clooney) shot at the presidency.
An English chef with a chic restaurant on Bondi Beach trying to put his life and his relationship with his son back on track while surrounded by women. Starring Matthew Goode, Tasmania’s Essie Davis and Rachel Griffiths, this is a sophisticated, life affirming film.
This historical thriller speculates on an issues that has for centuries intrigued academics and brilliant minds, such as Mark Twain, Charles Dickens and Sigmund Freud, namely: Who actually penned the body of work credited to William Shakespeare?
Starts November 24
Starts November 17
Starts November 3
USA I M I 101mins
THE FIRST GRADER
THIS IS NOT A FILM
USA | M | 103mins
Iran | G | 75mins
Kimani N’gan’ga Maruge, played by Oliver Litondo, was an 84 yearold Kenyan man who had never gone to school; he responded to the government’s announcement of free universal education by calmly presenting himself at a primary school and demanding to enrol. A fascinating and affecting docudrama. Starts November 17
Jafar Panahi, the Iranian writer/ director of internationally acclaimed films such as The White Balloon, The Circle and Offside, is under house arrest and a 20 year ban on making films, leaving Iran and talking to the media . Winner of the Carrosse d’Or, at the Cannes Film Festival Starts November 10
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The Cup ... Yes, that cup! The Movie interview with Oz producer, simon wincer, by clint morris
Veteran Aussie filmmaker Simon Wincer is back at the stables again - a place he’s all too familiar with having ponied up for such classics as “Phar Lap” (1982), “The Lighthorsemen” (1987), “Lonesome Dove” (1989) and “Comanche Moon” (2008) - for “The Cup”, his long-gestating story of Damien Oliver’s rousing Melbourne Cup win with Media Puzzle in 2002. The film features Stephen Curry in the lead role of the jockey, with Daniel MacPherson as his brother, the late Jason Oliver. In addition to the pride of finally seeing the challenging project get made, Wincer has the distinction of being the last filmmaker to work with the late, great Bill Hunter (who plays racing identity Bart Cummings in the film) on “The Cup”. Clint Morris spoke to Wincer at, rather appropriately, the Flemington racecourse. Stephen and Daniel are great in the film, and I must say, having just spoken to the guys - Curry for the first time since “Takeaway” they’re terrific guys. Must have been a pleasure to work with? Oh they are, they really are. I spent the last week travelling the country with Stephen. Fellow before asked me ‘Tense story being told in this film, how do you keep it light on the set?’ You keep it light from the get-go. You do the opposite of what most might assume. Those guys are professionals; there’s no bullshit about them - they really know their craft. They can snap out of the funny stuff and go straight into actor mode, they’re very professional. And Bill Hunter is a lot like that too - liked a laugh, but gets right into it. In fact, last time I worked with Billy, before he passed away, was right down there (points to the race track below the committee rooms). Fair to say stories like this are few and far between these days, cinematically-speaking?
later we were in production. It’s quite an undertaking making a movie... I swore after The Lighthorsemen I’d never be a producer again - I’ve been a creative producer on a couple of things, but that’s just lending my name really - because carrying the responsibility of all that money is enormous. And it’s so complicated with all the different financing bodies and stuff, and it really drains you, you know? Luckily because I had so much involvement in writing the script and I’d been living this thing for years I didn’t have to do as much preparation as I otherwise would’ve on another film, and everyone that we offered the film to wanted to do it, so that made it a bit easier. You still like your westerns? because you’ve done one of the finest westerns of our time “Lonesome Dove”. I like the genre, yeah. I like going back and revisiting westerns. I went back and did the prequel to Lonesome Dove called Comanche Moon a couple of years ago. It had a great cast. I just loved it. Just a wonderful experience. You say you nearly didn’t get “The Cup” up. I imagine you’ve experienced loss like that before, in terms of projects that fall through? Yeah, I have. And there are a couple of beauties. One of them was the best western I’ve ever read. It was sent to me after Lonesome Dove. And I formed a relationship with a producer named Steve Bing lovely, lovely guy; my partner gave him my first job in the industry - and we were going to do something together; that project didn’t come off, so we decided we wanted to try and get this western, which was called The Cowboy and the Cossack, up. Tell us about ‘’The Cowboy and the Cossack,’’ it sounds familiar...
How many years have you been trying to get “The Cup” going?
It would’ve been absolutely breathtaking. It’s about a group of American cowboys who have to escort a group of cattle across Russia. The opening scene was on a sailing ship at night time, as it arrived off Vladivostok, and the port authority wouldn’t allow them to drop the cattle off. So they went upstream a bit and jumped the cattle off there. And they all went and later got drunk... as did the cattle. Their Cossack escort arrived the next morning to escort them across Russia and they were, of course, all passed out. But yes, it’s this great journey.. an epic journey... across Russia with these two groups who couldn’t even speak each other’s language. It was such a breathtaking story, but it was just too complicated and... didn’t happen. Lots of people have been attached to it over the years.
January the first, two-thousand and three. I got a fax from Eric O’Keefe, who had interviewed me a couple of times, and is a very well-known and respected writer from Texas, who asked me if I could look into some things for him regarding the Melbourne Cup. He had heard that it was “a huge horse race in Australia and that 100,000 people cried when a particular jockey won recently”. He thought there was a magazine or article in [Damien Oliver’s story]. I said “This isn’t an article or a book, this is a Hollywood movie.” I suggested he write a screenplay. He said he had no idea how to do that, but I guided him through it. We wrote it together. 19 drafts later, we hit production [Laughs]. So that was two-thousand and three, and look, we nearly got it up a couple of times but investors pulled out for one reason or another - the global financial crisis being one - and even this time last year I was convinced it was going to happen. Then, a couple of months
What are you doing now that “The Cup” is behind you? I’ve been doing this live show on the Gold Coast for the past couple of years, called The Great Outback Spectacular, which is a combination of film and livearena action. I love doing it. It’s very successful. It’s the only thing of its type in the world. The new [show] opens in the first week of December and then I’m doing a little film in the states next year, which we are trying to cast at the moment, it’s sort of a contemporary little western, a lovely little story and then I’m doing a film with a colleague of mine called Waltzing Matilda. It’s a big Australian film. It’s the story behind the song - it’s an epic romance set in the backdrop of the shearer’s strike, which is when the country was on the brink of civil war. It’s an amazing story. It’s a pretty expensive undertaking and I think that’s why the few people that have tried to get this story up before have failed.
Yeah. And this is a great story. It’s got the heart and the story of Damien Oliver at its centre but it’s also set to the backdrop of the Melbourne Cup and that’s a big canvas. It’s a fun one to play with. There are a lot of pieces in the puzzle but it was interesting and challenging trying to pull it off because it’s a true story and so you’ve got to ground it in reality. We relied on the corporations and an enormous amount of people to help get it going. I think that’s what I enjoy these things - they’re challenging and so it’s fantastic when you can pull it off.
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Damian Oliver aboard Media Puzzle, just after winning The Melbourne Cup, 2002.
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Relentlessly Drink Until You Die: A Mongoilian Drinking Game by Jax Ax Max
Not for the first time in my life, it was time to leave China. I purchased a ticket for the worst seat on the worst availiable transport to the Mongolian border. It was a grim night, with sideways rain, sideways lightning and sideways me laying in the aisle of a bus for ten hours before stopping for some midnight dumplings. We got off at a pleasantly depressing bus stop? Rest area? Some guy’s shed? I wasn’t sure. I did find out promptly, however, that there were no dumplings. Shortly after this the power went out. The rest of my Mongo-Chinese friends continued to eat in the pitch black without batting an eyelid, so I headed outside for the “toilet.” By this stage I was painfully used to dangerously disgusting squat toilets, but what greeted me here was unspeakable. So I trudged through some mud and peed out the back. I could wait. Upon returning to the bus however, I learned that some people could not. The mud I had trudged through was infact a large amount of human faeces, which I had waded through, ankle deep, trying to avoid that very issue inside the toilet block. It seemed nearly everyone else had had the same idea, and had created a moat of horror completely surrounding the building. I sighed, laughed, and bought some watermelon. I cut off the poo-covered legs of my pants (creating a sweet pair of cut-offs), bagged my shoes and jumped back on the bus for the next ten hours. I didn’t smell great. Upon arriving, I learned that the only place worse than a blacked-out dumplingless wierd shed bus stop covered in poo is actually an exsoviet border town on the back end of the worst part of the Gobi desert. It wasn’t very nice. But the people were. Jolly red-faced Mongolians suddenly popped up from every man-sized cranny in the town. I quickly found myself a man who agreed to zip me accross the border and onwards in his fantastically grey russian kombi-thing. He told me to wait for ten minutes (all communicated with thumbs up and vigorous nodding) so I bought a jar of milky dumplings from an old woman who’d been looming about me for ages. My Driver Man came back two hours late, with quite-seriously twenty people stuffed into the van in front of a mountain of boxes, sacks, bags and barrels. We threw my bag on the roof and I jumped in. Literally. After a painfully slow journey (partly due to my bag falling off every fifty meters) we arrived at a train station on the Mongol side of things. I grabbed my battered bag and bought myself a sleeper ticket to the capital, Ulanbaator. The overnight journey was pretty uneventful (unless watching Harry Potter in Mongolian is considered worthy) and I arrived in the heart of basically the only city in the whole country. Pickpockets had a good go at me, but I was prepared and kinda enjoyed their futile groping. I strolled through the dreary streets, only occasionally brightened with a yurt or colouful www.sauce.net.au
horseman popping up next to the road. I found a generously dirty hobo outside one such yurt, as drunk as you can get. He was trying to crush cans with his feet, and failing monumentally. I gave him a wink and told him to move aside, crushing his full bag of cans with the efficiancy of Genghis himself. He was absolutely overjoyed. He even gave me one of his precious beers. I decided then that I’d had the most fun I could in the unnatural anti-nomadic city, and would head north. Looking for a taxi, I discovered any car in Mongolia will stop – just wave them down. Some even had meters. At the “bus” station (millions of the Russian Army Kombis) I soon found one bound for my desired destination, a hamlet called... yup, Moron. They packed my bags into an already impossibly full boot and I jumped in. It was squishy already. I was then informed we wouldn’t leave til it was full. And they meant full. I was waiting for 6 hours before we were finally ready. There were 23 people. In a 12 seater van. I was half seated on a pile of rice sacks, between a cowboy and a large man with a man-bag, face to face with the opposite row of people, mostly nomadic women. The trip was roughly 30 hours, breakdowns not included. Mongolia was awesome.
The transition from city to endless steppe was incredible. The one lane main street simply.. stops. Then it’s tire tracks in the grass stretching in every concievable direction. We piled out of the van and stretched.
And I woke up in more darkness. I was very, very confused. I used my ipod to look around. I was in a yurt. Alone. I found the door and walked out. I was greeted with absolute pitch black. This is the cupboard, I thought. Back in. Wasn’t.
The cowboy and the fat man called me over. Grinning, patting me on the back they pulled out a bowl, some biscuits and a giant bottle of vodka.
Checked my watch, 3am. I was unbearbly disorientated. Back through the door, eyes adjusted. It was night. I was surrounded by yaks. Hairy, hairy yaks. Back inside, sleep.
They filled the bowl to the brim, flicked a few drops to the Sky Father and had a good ol’ swig, passing it on. I joined in. This simply didn’t end until the bottle was gone. I’m pretty sure I was now wearing the cowdy-nomad’s hat, possibly the man-bag and that we were buddies. Back in the van, I opened my bottle.
I awoke later that morning feeling a little better. It turned out to be Tuesday, and I had left the capital on a Saturday.
All 23 burst out laughing – I (being stupidly broke) had bought the cheapest vodka possible. In Molgolia this was hard to do, the quality of vodka being, frankly, awesome. After they finished teasing me, we repeated the process. Again and again. Over and over.
I had a drunken memory gap of nearly 60 hours, and no clues besides a few photos of me still drinking vodka at some hour of the second morning, a shaky video of a conversation between people who speak none of each other’s language, and a national park entrance ticket.
It seemed that every single person on the ride had brought a different bottle with them.
As for the yurt I was in, it was no where near Moron. Turns out I had at some point decided to continue north and was near a lake close to the Russian border. Possibly I had simply passed out and they dumped me here.
I very vaguely remember stopping at a yurt, the Fat Man topping up my empty bottle with fermented Yak milk, returning to flick the drops and force it down my throat. I must have slept at some point. Darkness.
Or I had married a nomad and this was my new home. Whatever had happened, I was well and truly in Mongolia. Although it was possible I’d crossed into Kazakstan. Meh, the yaks would look after me.
About an hour into the trip, we blew our first tire. Issue No. 140
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Game Review Sideway: New York (PSN) by Seth van Heyster Sideway: New York is a difficult game to describe. If you’ve ever tried to explain what’s going on in an M.C. Escher drawing to a blind person, you probably have some idea of where I’m coming from. Without seeing it with your own eyes, you won’t quite be able to picture what I’m talking about when I say that Sideway is a 2D platformer in a 3D world. Nevertheless I will do my best to paint a picture without making you nauseous. You play as Nox, a street artist who is looking for his missing girlfriend when he gets pulled into a vortex that traps him inside the titular Sideway, a world of graffiti consisting of evil artists, tags, enemies, and only two dimensions. Unfortunately for Nox, his girlfriend has also been trapped in Sideway and it’s up to him to save her from the malevolent Spray so that he can get back to tagging New York in the real world and eating bagels. What this creates is a unique twist on the classic 2D platformer (and this is where it gets confusing). You guide Nox along the sides of buildings, rooftops, and bridges, all of which serve as twodimensional planes for the flat piece of graffiti that he has been turned into. One moment you’ll be leaping along the wall of a back alley noodle shop, only to jump up and suddenly have the top side of the roof as a flat area to traverse. Sliding around corners and up on to rooftops like this is smooth and the team at Playbrains have used this mechanic to create some interesting platforming sections and the occasional mindbending puzzle. At its heart Sideway is still a 2D platformer, and most people will feel right at home after the few minutes it takes to get used to Sideway’s unique mechanic.
the next couple of months it’s easy to miss smallerdownloadable games like Sideway: New York. If you still have no idea how it plays, do yourself a favour; stop looking at that Escher drawing with the never-ending staircase and go and check out some footage of this unique platformer. Sideway won’t appeal to everyone, but if you’re looking for something a bit different, this might just be it.
Nox starts out with only the ability to jump and punch, but as you progress you find and unlock upgrades that let you jump higher, slide under obstacles, break through certain walls and even lob paint grenades. Once the platforming gets going it can be a lot of fun as you jump from one side of a building round the corner, break through a wall and grapple up to the next platform. Unfortunately moments like this are all too precious as the combat mechanics let the experience down. Nevertheless the pure platforming elements are the most fun and the mechanic of moving along different planes in a 3D world never felt like a gimmick. The missteps in the gameplay department of Sideway are almost forgotten when you stop and marvel at the slick graphical style. The art direction is vibrant and colourful and animations are fluid. You really get a sense of being part of back alley street art and the hip-hop soundtrack from Mr. Lif adds to the graffiti-inspired style of the world. A bit more variety in the soundtrack would have been nice but the art will still suck you into the experience like a graffiti vortex sucking you into another world. With so many massive games coming out over www.sauce.net.au
Graphics 4/5 Style wins out here with the great handdrawn art and animation putting you inside a moving piece of street art. Sound 3/5 Mr. Lif brings his beats and rhymes to the party, but unfortunately he forgot to bring more than a handful of tracks. Gameplay 3/5 The combat needs work and the boss fights could have used a unique twist as well, but Playbrains should be congratulated on their fresh take on the classic platformer. Replay Value 3/5 Sideway will only take you a few hours to complete, but the addition of collectables, co-op, and online leaderboards are a nice touch. OVERALL 3/5 Issue No. 140
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slut walk for survivors it’s never the victim’s fault. Never. Ever.
In January 2011, Constable Michael Sanguinetti of the Toronto Police spoke at a crime prevention forum at a university. He suggested that to remain safe from rape, “women should avoid dressing like sluts”. On April 3rd 2011, the first SlutWalk was held in Toronto, to protest Constable Sanguinetti’s comments, but more widely, to protest excusing rape by referring to a woman’s appearance, and the culture of victim-blaming in sexual assault which permeates current society. The protesters were requested to wear ordinary everyday clothing, to symbolise that women in everyday life in ordinary clothing are also survivors of sexual assault, but many chose to dress more provocatively. Naturally, the protest garnered wide media attention, and soon went viral. A cross the world, women and men, sluts and allies were holding their own marches, and now Hobart will be joining the movement. Before you get stuck on the name though, it is really important to note that this movement is not trivial. The issue of sexual assault and the treatment of survivors of this violent crime is serious. It is estimated that sexual assault will affect 1 in 5 Australian women, and is considered to be the most under-reported violent crime. SlutWalk, most certainly in Hobart, aims to educate the wider public that the sometimes abhorrent way we view survivors of sexual assault needs to change. The survivor is never to blame for the actions of their assailant. The idea that any person’s appearance, occupation or sexual past has any bearing on whether they will be assaulted is dangerous. That this myth was reinforced under the guise of sound advice by what is supposed to be a protective service is unacceptable, as it further deters survivors from reporting the crime. The other myth this statement is reinforcing is that of male weakness. It’s offensive to men that they are considered incompetent at monitoring
their own sexuality, and cannot be trusted by default because they are men. By continuing to rationalise these few people’s behaviour as something caused by the length of someone’s skirt or the amount of people someone has or hasn’t slept with, we excuse this horrific crime as a fact of life. We take away women’s choices to be in charge of their own sexual lives and wardrobe, and take away men’s choices to be considered anything other than sexual deviants who can’t see women as people. We understand that as human beings, we are visual creatures and therefore we may judge people on appearance, consciously or not. However, we don’t accept that this is ever an excuse for another person’s actions towards an individual, whether they have been raped or if they’ve been called a slut by a total stranger, and we believe it has absolutely no place in law enforcement at any level. You’ll start to see some posters for Hobart’s SlutWalk which will be taking place on Saturday 12th November 2011 at 12pm from Franklin Square to Parliament Lawn. The walk itself won’t be long, but we really just want you to come along. Come as you are, in your everyday garb, or slut it up if you like. We want to see all kinds of people walking, from all kinds of backgrounds. There will be an after party/picnic on the lawns with food, stalls and music. If you think that implying that any survivor of sexual assault ‘asks for it’ is a ridiculous phrase in itself, we want to see you there.
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www.winsordobbin.com.au Whether you are looking for an intriguing wine, flavoursome beer or refreshing cider, Winsor Dobbin is your guide to what is good, what is new and what is affordable in your bottle shop, pub or online. CHEAP AS CHIPS De Bortoli Sacred Hill 2011
Semillon Sauvignon Blanc $7.50 A crisp, fresh white wine for well under a tenner? No one can complain about that. This is a delightful young blend of semillon and sauvignon blanc, rather drier than most whites in this price bracket, with citrus, stone fruit and grassy flavours and some refreshing acidity.
A wine for quaffing rather than analysing, and the perfect choice for a warm summer day. It would be good with seafood dishes, summer salads or spicy Thai dishes. Or for a session on the deck with some chill-out tunes.
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LOCAL HERO Captain Bligh’s Cider $12 for 500mls
Here’s a terrific new Tasmanian cider made in downtown Hobart from apples grown at Lucaston in the Huon Valley. It’s a serious dry cider, full of flavour, and a million miles away in style from those sweet, ultra-fizzy numbers that have flooded the market recently. Lightly spritzed and with a serious 7.1 % alcohol this is a drink that will appeal to both wine and beer drinkers. It’s a cider for sipping and savouring but is also what is known as “seriously sessionable”. It is also on tap at the New Sydney in Hobart and Red Velvet Lounge in Cygnet with more outlets on
SWEET SENSATION [yellow tail] 2011 Moscato $10 Moscato, sweet and lightly sparkling, has become all the rage over the past couple of years and this is a particularly good – and affordable – example. There is a fresh fruit cocktail of aromas and flavours and a pleasant crisp, refreshing finish. The makers recommend enjoying it as an aperitif, or with some salads, but I reckon it is great with scrambled eggs on toast and bacon. It’s a terrific brunch wine with just 7.5% alcohol, making it the perfect pick me up after a big night on the town. Good fun.
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busby marou
rocky boys now live the dream, full-time Tom Busby and Jeremy Marou come together to create an emotive, rocky sound and vibe. With two members to create the melodies, the harmonies, the lyrics and everything in between, its makes you wonder whether there was a cosmic connection between the two Rockhampton boys to come together and give the world this unique take on the tradition of Australian story telling. We got to catch up with Tom Busby and have a chat about the ins and outs of such an enigmatic duo, that is Busby Marou. Sauce: What’s really exciting about what you guys are doing at the moment musically? Tom Busby: At the moment, we’re on tour with Pete Murray and that’s fantastic. We’ve just come off another tour of some big shows, supporting birds of Tokyo and now we’re doing the national album tour with Pete Murray and him and his crew are just the greatest blokes. They’re all just country boys and they’ve been through the hard yards as well and it’s just great for us. You know, learning how to juggle it all. S: And the music that you actually make, the sounds, the tunes, what you write about, where does that all come from? TB: Well, this current album that is circulating around the country. It is really about home, Rockhampton, where were from and the beautiful places around Rocky and Central Queensland. We get to do it as much as we’d like to anymore but usually when I’m home. He’ll take one of his brother boats out and we’ll skip over to North Keeple Island and take our guitars, do a bit of fishing, have a few beers and maybe stay the night. These are the moments where first melodies come from and our songs begin. But it’s also about friends and family, and just what we know which is friends and family and all these places from home. But that’s the first album, the second one well I don’t know what’s going to be there because I haven’t been home for that long. It might be a completely different feel, with all these places around the world. S: And how did you get involved with making music in the first place, was it in your house? TB: Yeah, I’m from a very musical family. I’ve got a couple of sisters who are beautiful singers and brothers who can play guitar but no one is professional. I just love singing songs, I’m not the greatest guitarist or musician as such.
But like, creating music and making melodies and writing it down on paper and just finishing songs. Which is the difference between my brothers and me. They start them and I finish them. And I guess we were doing music all through uni, I went back to rocky trying to save some coin and was going to go travelling. I knew Jeremy was this whizz bang on the guitar and other instruments, he was a friend of a friend. I thought, I’m going to snag him while I can. He can help me for ten months and we can put some tunes together, then I’ve got something to take with me while I’m travelling around. It was such an instant connection, musically and what he brought to the table and what I brought. Which was just two opposing battles of music, and originally was what we hated. I hated his bloody country tastes and he hated me, what he called arty folk tastes. But we both worked
out that the combination of it was unique and it is what it is and that is what is important. I never ended up going overseas in the end, I stayed around and recorded the EP and then the album and its been a roller coaster ride ever since. S: I think that’s a whole new level really, to be earning a living from your passion and that’s an artistic passion so congratulations. I think that’s massive. TB: Ah thanks man, appreciate it. It’s always been a goal; we’ve never had massive goals to be big time superstars or anything like that. Just coming from Rocky, where nothing could be better than making a humble living from doing something you love. We’re not doing that yet, but we’ve got a lot of people that are helping us.
So if we just stick in there, I think we’ll have it in a couple of months. S: Mate, there’s all different levels and its all relative. TB: Every month, you might step up a notch and we’re always chipping away at it. It feels like we’re slowly growing into the music scene. With two shows in Tassie, all fans of folk, rock and roots alike be sure to head to Hotel New York on the 11th of November if you’re in the north of the state or the Grand Poobah on the 12th if you’re in the south of the state.
SKIPPING GIRL VINEGAR BRING SWEET MONKEY TUNES Keep Calm Carry The Monkey is the second offering from up-and-coming indie pop group Skipping Girl Vinegar [SGV]. A diverse album, it differs from the band’s highly applauded debut Sift the Noise and presents a darker, moodier and more layered offering. Keep Calm Carry The Monkey breaks wide open the pop revelation the band hinted to on their debut and will surely impress and catapult the band to their highly deserved next level.
Fri 11th Nov @Fresh, Launceston With Special Guest and The Trouble With Templeton Sat 12th Nov @Republic Bar, Hobart With Special Guest and The Trouble With Templeton
NO TROUBLE, REALLY We hear a lot about talented youngsters these days, and while they may indeed be young, it’s in the talent department that we are left wanting. This is not the case here, Thomas Calder’s striking debut will leave the listener with no doubt in their mind: The Trouble With Templeton is special. “Bleeders” is a compelling and beautiful collection of songs Thomas recorded himself in 2 ½ weeks at his Brisbane home. Tom has spent the last few months touring the country with Sparkadia, Pinback, and Dead Letter Chorus, and has upcoming shows with Skipping Girl Vinegar, Big Scary, Founds, and Peat’s Ridge Festival. www.sauce.net.au
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Saucy.sparkle Tales of Tease and all things sparkling from
Hobart’s own Queen of Diamonds Bebe Sparkle I heard about the Miss Pinup competition coming to Tasmania and was extremely excited for two reasons. Firstly, I looooove pinup and had been looking for an excuse to indulge more into the 40’s/50’s pinup style and secondly... yay a competition I’m allowed to enter because I’m not producing it! Unexpectedly I placed and won the title runner up Miss Perfect Pinup Tasmania 2011,, second to one of my Diamonds - Missy De Meanour! It was only moments before the winners were announced that I mentioned to Missy back stage, wouldn’t it be amazing if we both placed and went to Sydney together to compete in the finals! Thinking this was too good to come true, plus maybe the Diamonds have won too many titles this year, it actually did come true!! The moment Missy was announced winner I ran up and threw my arms around her and yes I’m not ashamed to admit we both cried tears of joy... ok a little embarressing, but hey we earnt that moment to humiliate ourselves and we are going to Sydney to do what we love together!
through the door here, I guess my excitement and passion rubs off on a few and they decide they need a piece of the action too! I have clients of all ages from all walks of life from car sales women, optometrist assistants to hairdressers, dental asssitants, secretaries and students. These are everyday women, embracing classic styling that will never go out of fashion. My dream is for these girls to embrace it, like I do, as a full time love. What was your favourite section out of the Swimwear, Day wear, Evening wear, Lingerie and the Talent and which one would be your favourite if you were a competitor? Oh evening for sure!! People always ask me “Where are you off to all dressed up?” and my response is usually something along the lines of “Work...” or “ to the supermarket...”!!! If ONLY they could see me REALLY dressed up, it’s my favourite thing to do!! You must have got pretty close to all the competitors before the heats, was it hard to judge?
The Tassie heats were a joy to be part of and we met a lovely bunch of talented ladies all there to show off and compete with their passion for Pinup.
You know, I was worried at first. I have had so many of those girls blossom right in front of me from “normal” everyday girls into the beautiful pinups we saw on stage.
The producers of the Tas heats ‘Miss Pixie’ from ‘Boogie Bop Dames’ who runs the comp nation wide and ‘Ms Katt’ from ‘Ms Katt’s Kustom House’ Moonah, who made the comp happen in Tas, did an astounding job managing all the competitors and putting together the highly successful Tassie heats.
But when it came down to it I had a job to do and criteria to follow so I put my judge face on and did my best, and the results were fantastic. We had a great bunch of girls and the winners were so deserving!
Ms Katt was kind enough to take some time out from selling her gorgeous rockabilly/punk/pinup couture to chat with me about the competition. Hi Ms Katt, firstly how did you get involved with the competition and was it just an evil ploy to get all the pinup gals of Hobart to stock up with more of the irresistible clothing/accessories etc from your store?!!! God knows I couldn’t help myself, the competition was the perfect excuse to shop! I actually wanted to enter the competition last year, but didn’t get a chance to because of opening up a new business etc, I just didn’t have the time. So when the opportunity arose to try and get Tassie involved this year I jumped! I almost entered myself, and then thought if I can be here to help guide and mentor the girls then the state will go much further in the comp and we may actually get our very OWN state final and... Voila we did it, and with some fabulous talent I might add! In your opinion, what makes a perfect pinup gal and where would an everyday gal start to become one or are pinups born pinups? I think the perfect pinup is confident and sassy and cute. She isn’t afraid to wear a full dress and petticoat and 6 inch heels to do her groceries! She takes the time and effort to always look like she could be photographed at any minute and she walks with her head held high. I don’t think one is necessarily born a pinup, I was a punk in my teens (shhh don’t tell anyone!) but I guess there’s something there, an appreciation for the class and glamour, for me it came from frequenty being around cars and hotrods- the two seem to go hand in hand. Is there a large pinup community in Tas and where would one find these glamour queens day to day?
Missy De Meanour (Miss Perfect Pinup Tas 2011) and Bebe Sparkle (runner up Miss Perfect Pinup Tas 2011) by CezBphotography
What was your best memory from the night? The relief of knowing it was all over!! Ha! No I was truly sad when it all came to an end, my best memory was being up on stage with all the winners and our beautiful group hug and me forcing myself to not cry and burst with pride! I felt like a mother duck and all my little ducklings had turned into swans!! Will you do it all again next year and if so when could hopeful Miss Pinups apply to compete and how? ABSOLUTELY!!! Hands down no questions asked I’ll be in it again next year!! It will be much easier next year as I won’t be planning a wedding on top of the comp!! Any one interested in competing next year should first check out the website www. misspinupaustralia.com.au and if they like what they see, pop in and see me or give me a buzz and I will put them on an emailing list for when the time is coming to enter. I highly recommend girls consider entering. It’s a fun way for girls of all shapes and sizes to grow their self confidence, meet some great people and best of all, get involved in the BEST industry in Australia! Want to pop in and see Ms Katt in her store ‘Ms Katt’s Kustom house? Well, make your way up Main Road, Moonah to number 69 and enter her world of Pinup! So many ‘Miss’ competitions for Tassie coming up in 2012 and these are just the ones I’m currently aware of, Miss Nude, Miss Burlesque, Miss Pole and Miss Pinup! Want to win a ‘Miss Title’?? Well ladies of Tassie, as they say... ‘you’ve gotta be in it to win it’, so jump on line and get yourself in it, even just to be part of it for the experience... you might surprise yourself.
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HealtH WHAT IS WELLNESS, REALLY? BY SHARON MELIOS, PERSONAL WELLNESS COACH
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Sunday was the day for the unofficial re-opening of Royal Park skate-park in Launceston. The day included an allday, jam-style contest with prizes given to best tricks on each of the new areas, to anyone throwing themselves around without a care, plus to all the kids who were just skating hard having a great time. Also present on the day was local DJ and all round great guy, Akouo, who blasted his beat for a solid 4 hours straight. There was also a sausage sizzle and soft drinks on hand for everyone working up an appetite/thirst. All in all, the day had a great turn out, with plenty of skateboarders, kids and parents, beautiful weather and everyone ripped all day... sunday-funday really showcased the many talented skateboarders Launceston and the rest of Tasmania has to offer. Cant wait to do it all again :) Scott.
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Street Fashion 1. Name: Morgan
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2. Age? 22 3. What is your favourite recording artist of all time? Alkaline Trio 4. What are your thoughts on the carbon tax? I believe there needs to be a price on pollution especially when there are alternative ways of creating with-out destroying our environment. Big businesses need an incentive to make the change & money is exactly the incentive they need.
2. Age? 20 3. What is your favourite recording artist of all time? John Butler Trio 5. What are your thoughts on the carbon tax? I think something has to be done about the environmental issues but I don’t know if a tax is what’s needed.
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2. Age? 19 3. What is your favourite recording artist of all time? Daft Punk, Foo Fighters & Metallica 5. What are your thoughts on the carbon tax? Don’t rely have an opinion on it yet.
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2. Age? 23 3. What is your favourite recording artist of all time? That’s hard 5. What are your thoughts on the carbon tax? I wish they would explain more on what exactly they are going to spend the carbon tax money on, but then again we don’t get a choice in the end.
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