PowerMouth Entertainment presents
Issue 14 – May 2014
MAGOO Producer extraordinaire
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PLUS Bliss n Eso / Rockin for the Homeless / Fun Machine
Big Bear and Spotify Presents
4-9pm - Doors at 3.30 RNA - Marquee, Bowen Hills Brisbane Tickets via www.liveitupfestival.com.au THIS IS A DRUG, SMOKE AND ALCOHOL FREE EVENT
Inside 4 Sixfthick
5 Ask Abby
20 Garage Goss Divide & C onquer 22 Interviewd by Ian Pix
6 Fun Machine
23 Featured artist
7 Darren Middleton
Sound Advice 24 Choosing the right mic Pt2
8 Rockin’ for the homeless
26 Make the homeless smile
Live review by Matt Thrower Caring for your voice
Reviewed by Cat Anderson The wash-up
10 Live’n’local
Sub-editor
Brisbane musos making a difference
Bluesfest 28 In pictures, by Bruce Heath
Caught live
12 Cover story
Magoo interview
The Worriers and Roth 15 As seen at The Bearded Lady
30 The Cairos
talk to Jae Salmon
16 Bliss n Eso
32 Roku
18 Sonic Boom
33 CD Reviews
19 The Paper Kites
42 WhatZon Who’s playing where
Underdog gig review
Featured artist Art of the mockumentary
Q&A with Christina Lacy
Art direction & layout Mike Roberts Bruce Heath
Bird Flies High
Live at Trainspotters
Managing Editor Ben Knight
Regular writers Jae Salmon Sonic Edwards Randy G Abby Skye Angie Everingham Ben Knight Cat Anderson Matt Gleeson Mike Roberts Peter Muldoon Ian Pix Matt Thrower Dave Rowlands Bruce Heath General Manager Abby Skye Business Manager Wayne Ficnerski
May’s round-up
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r’s D With Mothe , we share the g approachin e with our local v lo l materna shakers d n a rs move n o by Jae Salm
Photographers Ben Knight Gary Howard Brett Linsley Greg Elkenhans Hi Nrg Studios Bob McGahan Geoff Norris Bruce Heath Lauren Brodie Founder Randy G Web www.mouthzoff.com
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On the cover: Magoo Pic: Ben Knight
Editor’s letter Nothing makes me happier than hearing about a new band that has come onto the scene in a massive way with heaps of potential. The birthing of a band is an amazing experience and something fans deserve to get excited about. At MouthZoff we want to ensure all those new bands get the exposure they deserve and fans have an opportunity to support their journey to stardom. I am about to go through a birth of my own and therefore
need a bit of time to get to know the little star. Therefore its bye for now in terms of editorship but be assured the magazine will still continue to shine and continue to support the local music scene as promised. Amazing issue this month with a chat with The Paper Kites, all the action from the amazing Bliss N Eso Riverstage show and all the latest local music scene goss. Catch ya round! BEN KNIGHT
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SIXFTHICK / FUC / WOOLPIT @ Beetle Bar Words: MATT THROWER Pictures: Justin Ma
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ONIGHT represents something of a trip back in time for your humble reviewer, as it has been more than 10 years since I have seen local rabblerousers Sixfthick. Before I get all nostalgic, however, there is the local trio Woolpit featuring Mary Trembles members Skritch and Tony McCall, along with mate Pete O’Brien. The band have the grinding bass and roaring guitars of Crazy Horse (or even Sebadoh) along with song dynamics that veer from raging rock & roll to surprisingly fragile pop a la Big Star circa Sister Lovers. It’s all delivered with energy, intensity and, of course, a satisfying amount of volume. Next up, the mankini-donning duo FUC are clearly not meant to be taken seriously as their near-nude performance brings us songs about swearing and the sinister image of dolphins as sexual predators. The music is a no-frills blend of thrash metal and the crudest punk imaginable. At their best, they actually manage to create a rather hypnotic, speedy groove, but let’s not create any illusions here – it’s really just an entertaining warm-up for the excellence that follows. Despite my absence from Sixfthick gigs over the last decade, within seconds of their performance, it’s like I’ve never been away. They are still a powerhouse blend of punk, rock & roll and bump ‘n grind groove. The Corbett brothers remain two of the most energetic frontmen I’ve ever seen, as they holler, croon and bellow into their mikes, while leaping into the audience and creating a general ruckus. At one point, Ben Corbett slides on his back through the audience area, coiled up like a XXXX-fuelled Iggy Pop, before being dragged back by the mike lead. From mutated Beasts of Bourbon-esque punk blues to twanging noir ballads, everything is presented with 110% commitment.
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Ask Abby
with ABBY SKYE CARING FOR YOUR VOICE
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OFTEN get asked what sort of exercises and tricks I do to look after my voice, which is kinda funny considering how many vocal injuries and bad habits I’ve picked up along the way! My voice can range from soft and sweet to extremely loud, harsh or deep and I utilise a lot of different extreme vocal effects to get the sounds I want or need, so I’ve really put my voice through the ringer over my 15+ years as a full time singer. I’ve had all kinds of fatigue and strain issues (including nodules and scary swelling), whether it was from doing too many gigs per week, not utilising correct techniques, or not being diligent in my warm ups/downs - I was always aware of the potential strain or damage that could be taking place. From recovering from major vocal injury and maintaining a long-lasting career from singing, here’s a few tips I embrace to keep my voice in optimum shape: GENERAL:
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Try to sing gently every day (unless you’re needing rest). Even just a series of ‘woooh’ sliding up and down through the different sections of your voice (you know the ones I mean!), avoiding any sounds that cause strain. Make the most of the little opportunities that come up throughout the day where you can have a little sing (like in the shower, when it’s nice and steamy!) and also set aside dedicated practise time. You’ve probably heard it said a billion times, but the muscles in your throat are much like any other mus-
sunlight, exercise and water will. GIG/RECORDING PREP: - Warm up gently and for a long time before a gig or session. There is no way to fast track a warm up, you’re best off taking your time with it. Doesn’t matter if you’re hitting all your high notes like a champ, it takes time to get your voice ‘performance ready’. Oh, and the first three songs of your gig don’t count as a warm up!
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cles – if you want them to perform well, they need regular exercise.
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We all have more to learn about how our voices work and how to better what we do with them, so seeking assistance from a vocal coach is an investment I cannot recommend enough. An expert can help you understand and refine your instrument in a way that can swiftly develop it, or even (like in my case) rescue it.
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Be conscious of the way you speak, it has way more influence on the condition of your voice that you may think. Speech therapy is a good investment if you want to learn more about this.
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Smoking won’t help you. Unless you’re John Farnham. That man is a freak of nature. But lots of sleep,
Drinking alcohol is probably one of the worst things you can do for your voice. I’ve tried many, many (many) times to prove this theory wrong but sadly, it’s sound. It’s one of the fastest ways to strip the tissue in your mouth and throat of it’s moisture and it’s not the kind you can replenish with any of the milk or pineapple juice tricks. If you’re drinking something cold on stage, you’re obviously also drowning your previously warmed-up voice with an ice-cold liquid, which is the reverse of what it needs.
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Make sure you can hear yourself well. Good fold back is THE most important tool for your voice on stage. I’m always making concoctions of various teas (there are plenty that have anti-inflammatory properties) and vocal sprays, especially if I’m recording. Entertainer’s Secret is a great and inexpensive product (you can buy it online) for lubricating the vocal folds directly, but I also like to have something on hand to lubricate the tissues in the mouth and rest of the throat.
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TRAINSPOTTERS GRAND CENTRAL HOTEL
Fun Machine
Words and pictures by BEN KNIGHT
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HIS is what music is all about: crazy costumes, confident performers, and of course FUN.
Fun Machine embody positive role models for anyone coming through the arts entertainment scene. I got a chance to hang out with the dudes before the show and captured some amazing images of one of the greatest shows I have seen all year. “The thing that we have flowing through the band is the positive body image message… we want to portray a positive role models for fans” Bec Tayor from Fun Machine explains. “We are very happy to take off clothes and whatever on stage…and just give it everything”. The multi instrumentalist and part of the self proclaimed ‘tin foil sex pop’ group loves everything about
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performing and enjoys the idea that they can all let it all hang out in the face of societies “pent up anxieties about body image”. The new album ‘Bodies On’ continues in the vein of portraying a positive body image in which in the band experiment with a large range of music genres in a “very celebratory style of music”. Fun Machine are not constrained by any one musical genre and with three song writers in the band cannot be confined to any one style. According to Bec, “Jungle Korean beat pop can be a good way to explain our music, but my all time favourite would have to be the time someone called us a gay punk band, probably due to the amount of glitter we go through every week. We wear lots of glittery stuff on stage”.
JOSH RENNIEHYNES Growing up, through my early teenage years, my mother would always suppor t my artistic, albeit sometimes rid iculous artistic endeavours. Every we ekend I’d be catching trains and bu ses all over the South east region to get to gigs. She’d give me 20 do llars on a Friday night and wouldn’t se e me again until Sunday night. Th at freedom of expression at such a young age was invaluable to m e. Having that grounding and suppor t has given me the belief to be achiev ing what I am now within the music industry. She’s a gem and I love her dearly.
The band needs to be quite adaptive in order to change into costumes at each gig, which is proved through their change room for the night: surrounded by punters in The Grand Central pokies room. They have such an amazing sense of camaraderie; everyone helps out with the intricate preparations.
THE JUBILEE PICS: BEN KNIGHT
darren middleton Reviewed by CAT ANDERSON
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T TURNS out that the Thursday before Easter is called Maundy Thursday or Holy Thursday or even Thursday of Mysteries. I don’t know that the atmosphere could be called holy, and there was no mystery why everyone was gathered in the beergarden of the Jubilee Hotel (aka the Jube)… Darren Middleton. Since winding up things with “a little Brisbane band called Powderfinger” (his words), he’s taken a while to get back into performing, doing stints presenting on a TV travel show and writing scores for television and short films, among other things. However, after putting out his record ‘Translations’ late last year, he’s back on the road.
Middleton wrote for a short film called Grey Bull, songs from his side project to Powderfinger, Drag, and a couple of well-chosen covers and a brand new song. It remains a matter of some debate as to whether performing Powderfinger songs he actually wrote count as cover versions. The crowd is mellow and appreciative, although at one point a random audience member got a bit too appreciative, invading the stage during the Powderfinger tune ‘JC’. Middleton is a laid back bloke though, and appeared unfazed. In fact, not even momentarily forgetting the words at one point could throw him.
Tonight’s show, the 5th of the tour, sees just Middleton on stage with his guitar and effects pedals. After a couple of solo tracks to begin with, he is joined by the talented Kelly Lane on violin, keys and backing vocals, which provide a layer of richness to the songs.
We catch up with Middleton for a quick chat and some snaps after the show. He’s as friendly and as laid back as his stage banter suggests (not all musos are), and happy to give us the lowdown on life in Melbourne (more venues and opportunities, and also more bands and more competition) and what he’s been up to lately.
They perform a great mix of tunes, ranging from an instrumental track
After telling us it’s taken about 2.5 years to feel settled in his new home
town, Middleton is clearly enjoying the film and TV scoring he’s been doing, where he says he still has to prove himself. He’s recently scored a 13-episode TV series for ABC3 after being invited to write the theme tune. He tells us that it changes the way he writes music, as the narrative of the program (or film) presents lots of different triggers than songwriting. He also tells us that it’s fun. And really, isn’t that what life’s calling should be?
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review by JA
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T all began with a good idea, some solid music connections and a desire to help people experiencing homelessness. When Craig Miley and Dan Nebe get a notion to bring together bands for a good cause things just happen. They organised a flood relief concert for Bundaberg last year that raised some serious coin for the cause and now they are turning their attention to the plight of people who have no where to call home on the Redcliffe Peninsula. Carmel Riethmuller the Manager of Chameleon Housing who are one of the beneficiaries of today’s event, says that she sees 700 people a month who face housing issues. One of the major service gaps identified in Redcliffe is the lack of a drop-in centre for people needing a shower and a meal. The Rockin’ for the Homeless event today came about in part when the Breakfast Club (another beneficiary) that operates in the Peninsula said that they see between 60 to 90 people a day with no place to call home.
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As we move into the evening the genres grow heavier in tone. Trashqueen are a 70s thump rock blend who bring a refreshing original flavour to the day. Pyre and Ice and The Pretty Fingers are next on the list for great rock acts on the main stage. Five more epic bands play before the night is brought to a screaming crescendo with Dave Evans the original front man for AC/DC. Everyone here is going wild for the classic rocker who certainly does not disappoint. Over all a very successful event, the organisers deserve plenty of praise. Even the local politicians are getting involved. Hope this becomes an annual event. I really want to come again!
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COVER STORY
Magoo Interview by JAE SALMON
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AVING never visited the studio of an ARIA Award winning music producer before, I’m not sure what to expect when I arrive at Applewood. The location of the studio is perfect, set on hectares of serene bush in the kidneys of Fernvale. Magoo greets us and instantly makes us feel right at home. He is very welcoming and has a relaxed, calm demeanor, which is no doubt one of the qualities that has contributed to his becoming such a popular producer to work with. Applewood was at one time a small country church that has been converted into a studio. It was the Magoo family home for a time until the isolation drove them back to the comforts of the city. We spend some time marveling at the new addition to the studio which is an inverted Satellite Dish suspended from the ceiling in what would have been the pulpit area of the church, by a steel cable operated by an electric winch to raise and lower the dish over the drum kit to improve the recorded sound from the skins. The inside of the dish is layered with randomly arranged coils and curved pieces of road case foam to virtually eliminate echo if required. We walk up the stairs to the control room that has been purpose built in to the middle of the ceiling in a loft style to begin the interview. I begin by asking Magoo to explain his interpretation of the role of a Producer. “I see myself as the outside ears for the band. When you’re in a band and you’ve reached the point where you want to record a song you have written, usually when you record it that is the first time you actually hear it and then usually you are only listening to ’your’ bit that you have played or sung. There are very few bands that can objectively listen to their own music. Rarely will a band hear the whole song and how it‘s coming across and I see myself as that person.” He continues “I’m the person who says that bit is really kind of angry and it’s not working in this ballad. Let’s chill it out or whatever. Often there will be bits where someone has written a great riff and
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they have played it too many times until it gets boring to the listener, but to them it’s great fun they are noodling away on their fantastic riff and I will have to say we need to make that more interesting or let‘s just halve it. Essentially I am the person who helps the band get the sound they are after. It might be clean and crisp or maybe dirty and angry, I see my job as trying to make their vision a reality.” As I listen to his answer I am thinking how much of his work involves having good people skills, so I ask him about that next. “That’s really all my job is; it’s all people skills. I’m not really much of a musician, I’m a bit of a hack of a musician. I have played bass on stage with my wife for a short time but that’s about as far as my playing experience went. So I’m not about to be suggesting different chords etc to bands. Musically I will leave it all up to the band. The suggestions I tend to make are more like big broad brushstrokes, like this bit is boring or let’s make it more interesting. They will either come up with something or they might say we were going to over dub a string section in that bit which is great. I will just be the catalyst to make it all happen.” I am curious to know if he had ever turned down a request from an artist who wanted him to record them and am surprised to hear the answer. “Yeah for sure. The biggest one I can think of was Cold Chisel.” We all laugh at the admission and ask why? Magoo explains “I just was not into Chisel at the time. If they called me now I would do it. It was back when I had just worked with Midnight Oil, I can’t remember if I had won the Aria, but Midnight Oil recommended me to Chisel. I got a call from Don Walker their manager and we spoke for about an hour. But at the end of the day I was young and had definite ideas about what I did and didn’t want to do and I just couldn’t picture myself putting a microphone in front of Jimmy Barnes and saying “let’s do it again Jim, with more passion“. But like I said, if Chisel called me now I would do it without any
hesitation whatsoever” Does Magoo have a signature sound that permeates your production? “I would like to say no but I’m sure that I do. I would rather produce the sound the artist wants for the song. They have written a song on the edge of their bed probably and most artists have a picture of how they want that song to sound when it’s recorded. I see my job as making that happen. It’s not Magoo featuring The Jungle Giants it’s the Jungle Giants and we are trying to make a Jungle Giants record just to use them as an example. But my website is called Magoo Sound dot com so I guess there is a Magoo sound. If there was a sound I would like to be known for it is a sound that people would describe as having character . A sound that is a bit different or engaging.” Are there ever moments when the music you are recording carries your attention away from the job at hand or are you just so busy recording that you don’t notice too much what is being played? “When you are recording you wear different hats. As the engineer I am the one concentrating on all the levels that are going into the computer and making sure that nothing is peaking too badly. While I am doing that I am not listening to the song I am more focused on the equipment. In general ninety nine percent of the time people’s first couple of takes are going to be garbage so I use that time to get all the levels right. Then I can sit back and listen and hopefully get carried away in the song and that’s when you know if the song is good or not, if you get carried away. So it is hard putting the two hats on and particularly if you are working with amazing musicians like Tex Perkins and his band. With someone like them you have to be ready to go from take one because they are all great. Even if they have never played the song before that’s often the best take they will do because they are not thinking about it, they just play by instinct. Often it is perfect at first take and you have to be really alert. Generally for stuff like that I will try and record it quite simply so there are less processes.
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ROTH / THE WORRIERS BEARDED LADY picS: GEORGIA FITZGERALD
Worry not!
Review by JAE SALMON
The Worriers
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HE Worriers can stop worrying. They have everything a growing band needs to make it in this industry. The looks, the talent, the sound, great lyrics and they all seem like pretty nice chaps into the bargain. Their new single Cruel to be Kind is receiving Triple J play which is the holy grail for most artists who desire popularity and recognition for their art. The film clip for that particular track is worth a look too if you have a few minutes to spare. It looks like they would have had a lot of fun making it. Lead vocalist Michael might not have enjoyed it so much but his ordeal makes for entertaining viewing. The Worriers are definitely a band to watch as I predict they are set to achieve great things. Their sound is the
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perfect blend of several strains of rock. Although they mostly trend toward the ‘indie pop’ end there are plenty of heavy fringes adorning the sound as well. The four part harmonies in places are a nice touch too. Have no fear The Worriers are on their way up. The Bearded Lady tonight is playing host to the Worriers and to ROTH who are releasing their new single Honolulu which is a few shades different to former releases from ROTH but still maintains that unique ROTH vibe. The Bearded Lady on Boundary St West End is a great venue too. A lovely eclectic mix of clientele which creates a great atmosphere. The live music happens out the back in a dark recess that feels very exclusive and while the music is playing you can’t hear the crowds in
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the front bar talking. But if you are in the front bar you can hear the music and still have a conversation if that is your want. Great mix of both experiences. ROTH are presenting an A Grade performance tonight. A large group of friends are here in support which always makes these events feel welcoming and inclusive. ROTH are one of Brisbane’s premium garage scene bands. They are polished and entertaining. Their music makes you want to jump about and have a great time and let’s face it, who wouldn’t want that? Get out to a venue and jump around to great live music for free. I am seeing two of the best bands Brisbane has to offer, for free tonight. And you can’t get a better deal than that.
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FRASER JAMES (also The Johnny Mustards) My Mum never forced me to practice music or an ything for that matter, but she alwa ys supported me in whatever craz y new idea I had. She is my numbe r one fan and biggest inspiration. Th ough now her soul has left her body , I will always play music to serena de this universe that she will forever fly around in inspiring everything she touches.
(A special thanks to Fra se to this piece. The Brisb r for contributing ane music community share in the sadness your loss.) MouthZoff APRILof 2014
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’VE gotta admit, I’m one of those people who tends to switch the channel on the radio when Australian hip hop comes on. But the job of a music critic is to be able to recognise the value of a concert on its own merits, even if that show is based around a genre that doesn’t resonate with the reviewer. Which brings me to the topic of why being a music reviewer is totally excellent – it means one experiences gigs that they wouldn’t normally experience. And I can say without shame or embarrassment that tonight I witness an awesome concert by Oz hip hop crew Bliss N Eso. For fans of the genre, tonight is a true treat. And despite all the haters out there, Aussie hip
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drives onto the stage. Our MC heroes emerge, while the top of the van opens to reveal DJ Izm working the decks. Later on in the set, Izm does a solo spot of scratching and mashing, blending disparate sources like INXS, Lorde and House Of Pain with effortless panache. But the focus, as ever, remains on Bliss N Eso themselves, ringmasters for tonight’s blend of party jams spanning a massive 14 years! There is also a degree of ambition behind the concert as well, with live drums, guitar and even grand piano filling out the sound nicely. With nothing but respect for their fans, Bliss N Eso manage to increase the devotion of their fans and open the minds of naysayers like myself. MATT THROWER
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Sonic Boom MOCKUMENTARIES with SONIC EDWARDS
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Boytown This Aussie film explores the ‘where are they now’ angle on a fictional 80s boy band that try reform their group but find their fans have gotten older.
NE of the cool things about music is that you can learn about it in so many different ways – formal education, experience or even film. Here are my picks and the things I learned about music from mockumentaries: Wayne’s World Everybody knows the scene where Wayne and Garth sing along to Queens’ Bohemian Rhapsody in the back of the car. But what can you take away from this one? A lot of references to pop culture and puerile humour, but specifically, the impact that music has on its fans. Never underestimate the part your music plays in your fans lives. Walk Hard This is a clever parody of almost every music doco ever made. From the same actors portraying the characters from age 14 to 70, to the trials they face and the demons that haunt the main character, Dewey Cox. Much like the real artists they are poking fun at, reinvention and adaptation are essential to longevity in the music industry. My favourite quote: Sam: “And you never once paid for drugs. Not once!”
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The moral? Know your target audience.
School Of Rock While you probably don’t want a hungovered, washed-up muso living vicariously through your kids, you gotta love Jack Black’s enthusiasm for sharing music with these kids, inspiring a new generation of musicians. Airheads Ok, it’s a stupid movie but I watched this one when I was a teenager, so it probably cemented a few stereotypes about guitarists, bass players and drummers. They hijack a radio station to get the DJ to play their demo. Moral of the story: Think outside the box to promote your music (but don’t break the law). Get Him To The Greek The hero of this film isn’t the rocker, but Aaron Green the guy in charge of getting Aldous Snow to the Greek Theatre in LA. What I took away from this one: Any relationship can result in a gig.
And, of course: Spinal Tap The mother of all mockumentaries about David St. Hubbins, Derek Smalls and Nigel Tufnel - Spinal Tap. If you haven’t seen this one, don’t play another chord - go and watch it now. Just the fact that musicians like Eddie Van Halen failed to see the humour in the film as “…everything in that movie had happened to me!” makes it a must see. The moment that stands out: Marty DiBergi: Why don’t you just make ten louder and make ten be the top number and make that a little louder? Nigel Tufnel: ...these go to eleven. Finally, here are some serious music documentaries that I recommend to round out your viewing experience: Sound City Buena Vista Social Club Standing In The Shadows of Motown The Last Waltz Walk The Line Ray
THE PAPER KITES
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HE Paper Kites have been invited, along with Brody Dalle and Melbourne Ska Orchestra to join the likes of Queens of the Stone Age for Festival D’été de Québec. What are your hopes and expectations for this event? Festivals are always the best fun and as an artist you get the best of both worlds I think. You get to play your set but then you also get to go and meet new people, hang out and watch a heap of other awesome bands and sometimes discover new favourites too. We haven’t played many festivals outside Australia so we are so excited about being apart of this incredible line-up. The Kites toured Canada and the States recently. Is there anything you’re looking forward to on your return trip? Our very first tour of Canada and the US definitely had us completely smitten for these stunning countries and beautiful people so since we left we have been excited to come back. I’m excited about getting a taste of Canadian and American summer. When we last toured it was heading into winter so I can’t wait to escape Melbourne’s wet cold winter for a few weeks and get some sun. Hopefully we run into some of the people we met on our last tour too…we always love catching up with new friends we’ve made at shows or just on the road.
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Another overseas appearance coming up for The Paper Kites , which will see you in Manila on 17 May for the Wanderland festival, what do you know about your fan base in the Philipines? Well before it was announced that we were playing Wanderland, we didn’t know a whole lot about our Filipino fan base. But I heard that the response to the announcement was really good, so I guess we will see when we get there! We are so looking forward to playing, its always exciting taking your music somewhere new. Focusing on you for a moment, what is the best and worst part of being the only female in a five piece band? (asked with a cheeky grin) Haha. Funnily enough I think this is the first time I’ve ever been asked that in an interview. Hmm guess I better word my answer well in case the boys read this. Okay. Pros - essentially having four big brothers to look out for you on the road, to get you out of any awkward situations, and to tell you to stop being such a girl when you’re freaking out before a show or something! (they’re usually more tactful than “stop being such a girl!”) Cons - essentially having four big
Q&A with vocalist & guitarist CHRISTINA LACY
brothers to share a bus, bedroom and bathroom with, haha. Oh and definitely not having anyone to help me decide what to wear every night. Judging on the photos you post on your Facebook page and various comments in interviews, it would appear to the observer that being a member of The Paper Kites is a really fun adventure. Is that how it feels to you? Yeah I think we definitely feel like we’ve been on some pretty amazing adventures, playing music in different places around the world ... it’s still such a buzz and you’ll often hear us saying to each other “Hey, can you believe we’re doing this?”. I like that. It’s not that there aren’t any negatives, because there is, and it is always hard leaving our partners and families at home, but we also know how much of a privilege this is so we try to make the most of it I think. Which member of the band throws and catches the frisbee the best? Mmmm deffinately not me! I’m very inconsistent! Im usually the one getting it stuck on top of something, forcing someone to risk their life to retrieve it. I think I’m going to say Sam Bentley. Its controversial but I think he the best throw. Sam Raz has very long arms so he is a good catch! Haha! BEN KNIGHT
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How has 2014 been for Divide & Conquer so far? It’s been a massive year and looks like it is only going to be bigger! We have released our debut EP and are currently embarking on our second tour of the year, but there is still a lot more to come from us in 2014. How would you describe your sound and where do you think it originated as a band? I think our sound would best be describes as a heavy blend of pop punk and hardcore and it originated from a love of those genres. Influences such as A Day To Remember, Fall Out Boy and Four Year Strong. You have previously been described as a ‘well-hyped buzz band’. Is this something that sits easily with you and does it add pressure to what you are trying to achieve? Yes I’d say it sits well with us, we work very hard to create a buzz and hype around our name. The next step of course is to prove that we are worth of the hype and with our new EP ‘Long Story Short’ combined with out new and improved live performance I think we’ve done just that! Are you a do-it-yourself type band or do you like to use experts to build interest in the band? We started out as an entirely DIY band, we were our own booking agent, producer and publicist but in 2014 we have
formed partnerships with some amazing people to help us achieve our goals! As a band do you enjoy the lifestyle? Does it get hard balancing work and play as a musician? It definitely gets hard balancing work, relationships and the band. All of that aside, I’m sure none of us would have it any other way,. We love being in a band and we love being in a band together. What are the plans for the remainder of the year? We have a video clip coming out extremely soon for our single SuperHeroBoy and some new music in the works, we are unsure weather it will be released this year or next but I would definitely advise watching this space! Do you have anything to mouth off about? So many things! But keeping this to the point I would have to say people within the Sydney music scene who are only in business for themselves. What you give is what you get returned. If people help you out don’t turn your back when they need help. Other bands/promotors/managers etc aren’t your rivals - they are your allies! Stick together to help keep the scene alive! Divide & Conquer’s new EP Long Short Story is available now through Bandcamp.
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FEATURE ARTIST
Bird Flies High
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Who is Bird Flies High? We’re a band based in the Gold Coast hinterland, comprising of myself - Bird (Vocals/Lyricist/Keys/Flute) & Peaky (Saxophone/Beats & Production) Bird Flies High’s creative blend of live instruments accompanied by a mixture of drum n bass, down-tempo trip-hop inspired beats, results in a unique fusion of dark atmospheric overtones, soulful and often symphonic in nature. How long have you been recording together? Together we have been making music for roughly two and a half years. At first we were only meeting up to record once or twice a week, as Peaky was based in Brisbane, however since he has relocated to the Gold Coast, we have a lot more time to write and record together. How do you describe your sound? We both come from very different musical backgrounds – funk, jazz, blues, classical, folk and cinematic... taking all our influences on board, we add our own musical niche to the Trip-hop sound, to hopefully give it some different colours and originality. We are not all about samples, beats etc - we
want to incorporate our experience and knowledge of traditional instuments along with electronic music and blend them together to create a unique sound and style, which is Bird Flies High. Any live work coming up? We are actually in the process of planning & rehearsing for live performance. We have an awesome bunch of muso friends on board, including sound and stage designers, and hope to be performing within the next 6 months. Can you define your writing/creative process? We have never had a particular pattern or structure to how we create our music. Songs might start with a sax line, piano riff; a vocal idea or beats, but never in a particular order. In the beginning, when Peaky was still based in Brisbane, we often exchanged ideas online, and then when we met up to record we would have something ready to work on and nurture.
when independent music thrived. It was a very intimate scene back then. Bands of all genres showed support to eachother; there were plenty of venues, especially in the Valley (Brisbanes music hub at the time) supporting the live music scene. It seems that West End has now taken over as host ... The Gold Coast is in a much worse situation due to the lack of live music venues. Once the beloved Playroom was knocked down the independent music scene suffered immensely. There are now only about five venues, only on the southern end of the Gold Coast who support original local music. Great music has been coming out of Brisbane and the Gold Coast…but unfortunately without enough venues to showcase and support these bands, its only up to pure luck to be discovered and given the support they deserve and desire.
The Brisbane music scene ...
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Both of us were extremely lucky to not only be a part of but to also be witness to the 90s “boom” in the Brisbane music scene. Such a significant time,
To be able to write and record music 24 hours a day. BEN KNIGHT
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Sound Advice Choosing The RighT MiCRophone - paRT 2 by PETER MULDOON
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N PART 1 we looked at the three main types of microphones commonly used for music production dynamic, condenser and ribbon. In Part 2 we will discuss microphone polar patterns, frequency responses and a few examples of popular microphone choices for some common instruments. The polar pattern of a microphone can be described as the plotted measurement of sound intensity from varying angles (0º to 360º) radially from the microphone’s central axis. Put simply - how much a microphone will pick up and reject sound from certain angles. This is explained more clearly when looking at the different types of polar patterns that exist. The three main polar patterns are omni, figure-8 and cardioid. Other types of patterns do exist, such as hyper-cardioid, supercardioid and shotgun, but they are all derived from variations of these three, with cardioid itself being derived from a combination of omni and figure-8. Omnidirectional microphones, omni meaning “all”, are designed to pick up sound evenly from all directions, creating a circular pattern around the microphone. It is important to note that a polar pattern diagram may appear as only horizontal, but these patterns are also duplicated at the vertical angle creating a three-dimensional pattern. The easiest way to think of it is to imagine a sphere with its centre positioned at the tip of the microphone. Since these microphones pick up sound evenly they are best used for capturing
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surroundings such as the room sound or perhaps the sound of a crowd. They are also sometimes used for strings and acoustic guitar, but only where the sound of the room is also worth capturing. These microphones are not favoured for live sound as they have no rejection point, meaning that they are much more susceptible to feedback. Figure-8 or ‘bi-directional’ microphones pick up sound equally from the front and back, but not the sides, creating a polar pattern that resembles a figure-8. These microphones are useful for recording two sources simultaneously, such as backing vocals, where one vocalist would stand in front of the microphone and the other behind it. They can also be used as drum overheads or to record acoustic duos. The most common of these three patterns is the cardioid - meaning “heartshaped”. Microphones of this type are designed to pick up sound strongest from the front, less from the sides and reject it from behind, creating a heartshaped pattern. Cardioid microphones are used for applications where more of the sound source is required and less of the surroundings. They are also commonly used in live sound since the rejection point helps minimise feedback. The other area of focus in determining which microphone to choose is frequency response. This is the way a microphone responds to different frequencies. Every microphone will intensify some frequencies and attenu-
ate others. Some microphones such as the AKG D112 will intensify more low end frequencies, making it more useful for kick and bass, while other microphones such as the Shure SM57 will intensify more high end frequencies, making them better for snare and guitar. Right are a few suggestions of popular microphone choices and which instruments they can be used to record. EXAMPLES OF MICROPHONE CHOICES Now that we have a deeper understanding of microphone types, polar patterns and frequency responses we can start to apply this when choosing the right microphone. When making the decision it is important to consider the characteristics of what you are recording and which of these characteristics you wish to capture. When making your first purchase a condenser microphone will usually be the best choice for the home or project studio, such as the RODE NT2-a. This microphone also has a selectable polar pattern so you can switch between omni, figure-8 or cardioid. If you decide to go for a dynamic microphone then the Shure SM57 and Sennheiser MD421 are both a great starting point. If you are ever unsure about the details of a microphone the information can be found online or in the user manual. Please keep in mind that the examples mentioned as only a guide. It is up to you to go forth and experiment with your recordings as much as possible and remember that rules are made to be broken.
eMily from FieU Thanks Mum for driving me to countless music lessons and re hearsals and for letting me steal yo ur MJ and Toni Braxton CDs. Yo ur power and strength as a woman has truly inspired me to never give up on my dreams.
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HUMANISING HOMELESSNESS - ONE SMILE AT A TIME.
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GROUP of Brisbane musicians have seen the challenge thrown down by a couple of YouTube pranksters and raised it by recording a new song and music video to ‘Make the Homeless Smile’. The ‘Make the Homeless Smile’ project began when two well-known YouTube pranksters, TrueStoryASA, were told they had nothing of value to offer humanity with their pranking videos. They took it upon themselves to prove the ‘haters’ wrong and posted a video of themselves giving food, water, money and clothes to the homeless in their city in exchange for smiles. With more than 100,000 homeless people in Australia and some 20,000 people in Queensland alone, it is Australia’s turn to up the ante to raise awareness of this important social issue Brisbane musicians, Phil Barlow, Donelle Brooks and Nic Tango have teamed up to produce ‘Hold On’, a song which speaks to anyone feeling down on their luck. Opening with Brooks’ trademark sweet vocals, ‘Hold On’ features reggae rock rhythms and Aussie hip hop, delivering an anthem with universal appeal.
“We hope that the lyrics in ‘Hold On’ help people, be they homeless or generally having a hard time, turn feelings of helplessness and despair into those of hope and inner strength . Working with Brisbane City Council’s Homeless Connect program, the group of six musicians will perform the song for the first time to 1,000 homeless people at the RNA Showgrounds on28 May 2014. The song and video will be available for streaming, sharing and downloading after the event, with proceeds going directly to Joining Hands, a social enterprise that provides free health services to the homeless.
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INCE 2008, Brisbane band The Cairos have been pleasing audiences with their indie, party pop-rock sound. They have shared the stage with the likes of Birds of Tokyo, Powderfinger and more recently on tour with The Holidays. They are off to Asia in May to perform six dates in five locations, I asked drummer Jacob Trotter if The Cairos had been there before. “We did a short little tour late last year but we only went to Singapore and Vietnam that time. This time we are going to a bunch of places I’ve never been before like Shanghai and Bangkok.” I asked how well audiences knew The Cairos in Asia. “Yeah it’s actually really bizarre how well they do know us” Jacob said. “I actually didn’t expect it last time we went over. We put out a song called We All Like Stars about two to three years ago and we made a film clip with a bunch of our friends wearing stupid animal masks and when we played Singapore we had a few people come along wearing their animal masks and they got us to sign them which was cool.” The Cairos have been around since 2008 and I wondered if there was anything in particular apart from the music that keeps them together. Jacob was quick to clarify that he may not be the best person to ask as he had only been with the band for the past couple of years but he did offer this explanation: “I guess it’s just a lot of time spent together working on music and we all have a lot of our lives invested in this project. We all really enjoy doing it and we have had a lot of fun over the years so I guess that’s what keeps us going.”
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The Cairos have a new album coming out 9 May, Dream of Reason, I asked about the experience for the band in the recording of the album. “It was a wild experience. We have all done a bunch of recording before, but this was a really different experience for all of us. We used a studio called 301 which is located in Byron Bay and worked with a producer called Nick Didia, he’s a bit of legend and we really like the stuff he does. The reason this recording experience was so different for us was because we moved to a little house in Byron for six or
seven weeks while we recorded. So we were all living in each others pockets while we were working on the songs and working with Nick. The album came out really well - we were really happy with how it sounded. Some bands write all the material before they go to record and others write on the fly, I asked Jacob about the writing process The Cairos used. “All the songs were written before we went. We wrote so much for this album I think we had well over 100 songs and that’s because all
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four of us write. We managed to whittle the list down to about 20 tracks that we took to Nick and he helped us get it down to twelve which we recorded. That being said we had a bit of down time in the studio so we used that time to perfect things and change things around.” I was impressed to hear that all band members wrote, as that is a rare thing. Jacob agreed, “Yeah, it’s both our greatest asset and our biggest curse.” The Cairos also produce inventive film clips to their songs, Jacob
explains the reason: “We worked with a guy called Alex Ryan for the last couple of clips. He is a director from Sydney and he’s crazy talented - he helped us a lot with the clips for Desire and Obsession. With the Obsession clip we came to Alex with our ideas and he developed them a lot further. It’s always good to bring other people in on your projects because you get so stuck in your own head about things. So when some one else comes along with fresh ideas and an outsiders perspective it works well. Finally, apart from the Asia tour
are there any other major plans for The Cairos in 2014? “Yes, actually there are a bunch of plans, but I’m pretty sure nothing has been announced yet so I’m probably not allowed to say. Let’s just say that pretty soon after we come back from Asia I think you can probably expect to see us somewhere around Australia,” Jacob offers tentatively. I’m thinking he’s just unofficially announced The Cairos National Tour. Although he may be in “de nile” about that. (see what I did there? :-)
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WE WILL ROKU!
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T’S been a busy day for music lovers in Brisbane. For starters, it’s Record Store Day and many of us have been basking in in-store live gigs and crate-digging prior to turning up to the Underdog for a triumphant hometown show by Roku Music. The Brisbane shoegaze quartet has just returned from an epic Australian tour that has seen them meet eccentric local characters in Alice Springs, and perform brilliantly received shows in far-flung corners of the country like Darwin and Perth. To bring a sense of occasion to this finale (also promoting their excellent new album “Collider”), they’ve also drafted in a generous three supports. First of these is Deadshred, a charismatic blend of punk and garage rock swagger. The quality continues with Occults, where a tough, punkish attack blends with gothic chime. At times, it’s not unlike the dark propulsion of Savages, and all the better for it. The final support of the evening is Cobwebbs
with perhaps the most psychedelic performance of the night, though they also admirably meet the evening’s brief by rocking quite fearlessly. Atmospherics and haunting melody play major roles in the sound of Roku Music, particularly in tracks like “You” and the title track to their “Collider” album. The true delight of seeing them live, however, is how they combine this ethereal element with squalling volume and a pounding rhythm section. There is no gradual build-up – from the second they pick up their instruments, the show is underway with a decisive blast of sonics. The sheer volume means we do get some unplanned feedback emanating from their guitars, but it never overpowers the show as a whole, and the volume is more visceral than ear-ringing. It’s a triumphant way to end a massive tour that has taken in the whole country and multiple regional locations. Respect is due to an underground band willing to take their music directly to the people. MATT THROWER
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ROKU - waiting to fly to Brisbane Pic: Instagram (http://instagram.com/rokumusic)
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BRIANNA CARPENTER My Mother introduced me to music from a very young age. In fact, I was still in the womb. I came out co mpletely deaf in one ear and Mum ha s always joked that it was her fault for blasting the music she loved too loud while I was baking in there. I do n’t blame her. One ear is more inte resting than two anyway. My Mother is an artist and fashion illustrator. Sh e makes most of the clothes I wear on stage and has provided suppor t in so many ways over the years - bums on seats, investment, clothing, lyrics, time, roadie abilities and pa tience. What an absolute gem of a woman. EDEN MULHOLLAND When I write a new song, it’s always Mum I send it to first. To th is day she is my best critic, fiercest su pporter and my spiritual anchor. Nothing beats standing on the porc h with Mum on her farm with a cup of tea, watching the rain rolling in ov er the valley. MICHELLE XEN I was born the day before Mother’s Day, which is excellent for celebrat ing with Mum - especially as we bo th love to eat... My mother is one of the most creative people I’ve known. She used to make me co stumes from an early age for DIY performances with my sisters and would listen to my radio shows I wo uld record (age 8!). But mostly she ta ught me how to manage a deep, cr eative sensitivity to the world, wi thout being closed or guarded. Th at’s been her ultimate gift.
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3rd Dennis Locorriere Kedron Wavell Services Club Kedron Jason Derulo Brisbane Entertainment Centre Boondall Some Jerks + Gravel Samwidge + Marville Bearded Lady West End Saskwatch Eatons Hill Hotel Eatons Hill Shake Rattle n Roll Gold Coast Conv/Exhibition Centre Broadbeach British India + Columbia Street The Zoo Fortitude Valley Psych-High-Way 3! Beetle Bar Brisbane Mose + The Fmly + Lane-Harry X Ike Campbell + Sneeky Picnic + DJ Valdis Ric’s Bar Fortitude Valley The Acacia Strain The Lab Brisbane Twin Haus + Wolver + Shady Bliss The Hi-Fi West End Dreamkillers Kings Beach Tavern Caloundra Barry Charles & the Deeper Beat Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point The Doyles Herberton Pioneer Village Cairns Vikarious Trio Nautilus Restaurant Cairns 4 In A Groove Cazalys Cairns Cairns Jules Boult The Pool Deck - Rydges Plaza Cairns Rory Faithfield Quincan Cottage Cafe Cairns The Taste Courthouse Hotel Cairns Out of the Blue Brother’s Leagues Club Innisfail Ian Sanchez Cock N Bull Tavern Cairns The Rolling Stoned The Venue Townsville Creedence Clearwater Recycled Souths Leagues Club Mackay DJ Nato Cafe Le Monde Noosa Heads Tourism Solbar Maroochydore 4TH Cheated Hearts presents Lucky Oh Hello! Fortitude Valley Daniel Champagne Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point Groovin’ the Moo Murray Sports Complex Townsville The Titanix Party Band Club Talle Gold Coast The Keepaways + Baskervillain + Rabbit + Youth Allowance + The Grills Ric’s Bar Fortitude Valley The Acacia Strain + Aversions Crown + Graves Expressive Grounds Palm Beach Elanora George Davies Buzz Aroma Cafe Cairns The Doyles Herberton Pioneer Village Cairns Tony George Pullman Cairns International Cairns Troy Stevens Courthouse Hotel Cairns DJ Bart QT Resort Port Douglas Cairns Emmaline Anderson Strait on the Beach Cairns Vikarious Trio Salt House Cairns Sunday Series Concert CQ Conservatorium of Music Mackay The Dawn Chorus Solbar Maroochydore Jan Lennardz J’z Jazz Crew Mr and Mrs G Riverbar City 5TH The Naked & Famous The Hi-Fi West End Coisa Linda Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point 6TH Vance Joy The Hi-Fi West End
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The Jezabels The Tivoli Fortitude Valley Cults + The Furrs The Zoo Fortitude Valley Its Dark Outside Judith Wright Centre Fortitude Valley Dennis Dean Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise 7th Arctic Monkeys Brisbane Entertainment Centre Boondall 5 Seconds of Summer The Tivoli Fortitude Valley 8th The Bacchanales+magenta Voyeur+Chinatown Carpark Black Bear Lodge Fortitude Valley Disclosure + Wave Racer Eatons Hill Hotel Eatons Hill Hushka+Foxsmith+Malo Zima+Aquila Young New Globe Theatre Fortitude Valley Temples + Deep Sea Arcade The Zoo Fortitude Valley Coisa Linda Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point DZ Deathrays Elsewhere Surfers Paradise Ingrid James Quartet Limes Hotel Fortitude Valley Tesla Coil + The Emerge + Electric Zebra Beetle Bar Brisbane Johnny Craig Crowbar Fortitude Valley 9th Fox & fowl Black Bear Lodge Fortitude Valley Toothfaeries New Globe Theatre Fortitude Valley HITS + Mick Medew & the Rumours + Bitter Sweet Kicks Fortitude Valley + Dirty F Holes + Occults + Gravel Samwidge + Dead Wolves The Under Dog DZ Deathrays + Palms + Foam The Zoo Fortitude Valley RÜFÜS Coolangatta Hotel Coolangatta Kanye West Brisbane Entertainment Centre Boondall Opera on the Beach Greenmount Beach SLSC Gold Coast Catfish & The Deejays Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise The Kremlings + The Wrong Man + Cactusdemondoom + Karl’s Dog + Slagroom Beetle Bar Brisbane Johnny Craig Tall Poppy Studios Salisbury Ingrid James and Julian Jones The Lido Cafe Ascot Hits & Pits - Round 3: Strung Out + Face To Face + The Casualties + Ten Foot Pole + Death By Stereo + Big D and The Kids Table + Masked Intruder + Heartsounds + plus many more The Hi-Fi West End Wizard and Oz Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point One Dirty Bird The Spotted Cow Toowoomba 10th Symphony By The Sea Coolum Civic Centre Coolum Beach Citizen Kay + TK Maidza Alhambra Lounge Fortitude Valley Mission X Live Wire Bar, Treasury Casino Brisbane RÜFÜS The Tivoli Fortitude Valley DZ Deathrays The Spotted Cow Toowoomba L-Fresh the Lion Transcontinental Hotel Brisbane Susy Blue Queen Street Mall Brisbane Public Toilets, Private Words Judith Wright Centre Fortitude Valley Wumblebutt - Anywhere Theatre Festival Roma Street Parkland Brisbane The Stone Fox + Dead End Kings + We Become Ghosts The Zoo Fortitude Valley BMX-Ray + The Bear Hunt + Dthwbba + Ultra Ego Beetle Bar Brisbane Children Of Bodom + Eye of Enemy + Special Guests The Hi-Fi West End Josh Rennie-Hynes + Sue-Anne Stewart Solbar Maroochydore DZ Deathrays + Palms + Foam The Spotted Cow Toowoomba Laura Nobel and Jim Kelly Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point 11th Susy Blue The Joynt West End Origin + A Million Dead Birds Laughing + Eternal Rest Electric Playground Fortitude Valley CC & The Cat Cafe Le Monde Noosa Heads Brisbane Big Band Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point 12th Michae Bublé Brisbane Entertainment Centre Boondall 13th Joe Ace Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise 14th Bob Saget The Tivoli Fortitude Valley
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14TH Septicflesh + Fleshgod Apocalypse + The Schoenberg Automation The Hi-Fi West End 15th Band of Youths + Mt Warning Alhambra Lounge Fortitude Valley Lake Judith Wright Centre Fortitude Valley Ella Hooper Black Bear Lodge Fortitude Valley Rivermouth + Formidable Vegetable Sound System + Street 66 The Zoo Fortitude Valley Poison Idea Crowbar Fortitude Valley Lisa La Celle Quintet Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point 16th The Bus That Rocks Show Geebung Zillmere RSL Club Geebung ROBYN Hitchcock & STEVE Kilbey New Globe Theatre Fortitude Valley Blues Cartel + Lovecraft Sandgate Town Hall Sandgate Thundamentals + Special Guests The Zoo Fortitude Valley Lake Judith Wright CENTRE Fortitude Valley Ingrid James and Louise Denson The Lido Cafe Ascot Robyn Hitchcock + Steve Kilbey New Globe Theatre Fortitude Valley Metal of Honor Chardons Corner Hotel Annerley The Titanix Currumbin Creek Tavern Currumbin DOYNA Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point Wally & The Gators Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise My Echo + Release The Hounds + Columbia Buffet + Columbus Beetle Bar Brisbane High Vibes + Danskee + Shortymain + Travyp + DJ Droes + more The Hi-Fi West End Renegades of Munk Solbar Maroochydore The Governors + Whisky Fox Run The Spotted Cow Toowoomba 17th Mission X The Elephant Hotel Fortitude Valley Lulu and the Cuthroats + the Halls +Swichblade Suzie The Zoo Fortitude Valley The Big Pineapple Music Festival Big Pineapple Complex Woombye Greg Aspeling Quintet Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point Lake Judith Wright Centre Fortitude Valley Swing Saturday with Street Cafe Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise Ladybugs 2 - Duets! Beetle Bar Brisbane Misery Signals + Stories The Hi-Fi West End Gideon + Vices + Perspectives Crowbar Fortitude Valley Daryl Braithwaite Broncos Leagues Club Red Hill The Wolfe Brothers The Venue Townsville Diesel Jupiters Casino Townsville Josh Notting Souths Leagues Club Mackay DJ Nixd Cafe Le Monde Noosa Heads 18th Saskwatch ADCO Amphitheatre Robina Celtic Thunder Mackay Ent/Convention Centre Mackay The English Beat + Kingston Stompers + Boss Sounds The Zoo Fortitude Valley Misery Signals + Stories The Lab Brisbane Gideon + Vices + Perspectives Expressive Grounds Palm Beach Elanora Ingrid James trio Mr and Mrs G Riverbar City Zambabem Cafe Le Monde Noosa Heads 20th Celtic Thunder Pilbeam Theatre Rockhampton 21st Janelle Monae + Kimbra Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre South Bank The Vernons Black Bear Lodge Fortitude Valley Mike Epps The Tivoli Fortitude Valley BEEJAYS Club Night Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point Northlane + Thy Art Is Murder + Veil Of Maya + Volumes + Make Them Suffer The Hi-Fi West End 22nd Thirteen Seventy + Galapogos Rics bar Fortitude Valley
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22ND Shag Rock + Old Love + Little Lightning The Zoo Fortitude Valley Dirty Hearts + Street Pieces + Mace & The Motor + Johnny Reb Beetle Bar Brisbane Northlane + Thy Art Is Murder + Veil Of Maya + Volumes + Make Them Suffer The Hi-Fi West End Honky Tonk Angels Proserpine Entertainment Centre Proserpine Brisbane Big Band Festival Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point 23rd Dustin Tebbutt Alhambra lounge Fortitude Valley Mad Nanna + Blank Realm + Gravel Samwidge + Scrabbled + Scraps Beetle Bar Brisbane Abby Skye Breezes Bar, Twin Towns Tweed Heads Celtic Thunder Brisbane Entertainment Centre Boondall Kupka’s Piano - Modern Music in Exile Judith Wright Centre Fortitude Valley The Chevrolets Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise Brant B Jork + Special Guests The Zoo Fortitude Valley Ingrid James and Julian Jones The Lido Cafe Ascot Brisbane Big Band Festival Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point 24th Mission X The Elephant Hotel Fortitude Valley The Phoncurves + Avabree + Malo Zima The Zoo Fortitude Valley All in the Wash Judith Wright centre Fortitude Valley Brisbane Big Band Festival Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point State of Mind with MC Woody Coniston Lane Brisbane Celtic Thunder Jupiters Casino Broadbeach Conspiracy Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise Blue Honey + Jack & The Giant Killers + The Roseburys + T.J. Quinton & Ahliva Kite Beetle Bar Brisbane Nathan Kennedy Souths Leagues Club Mackay Kings of the North + Ezekiel Ox Solbar Maroochydore Brisbane Big Band Festival Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point 25th One Night of Queen The Arts Centre Gold Coast Gold Coast Rockhampton Heritage Festival Rockhampton Heritage Village Rockhampton 26th One Night of Queen Brisbane Entertainment Centre Boondall ACO - Timeline QPAC Concert Hall South Bank Abbigayle Andersen Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise Wayne Foster Surfers Paradise RSL Surfers Paradise 27th Gary Numan The Tivoli Fortitude Valley Troy Cassar-Daley + Adam Harvey Townsville Civic Centre Townsville 29th We Are Scientists + We All Want To + Fox and Fowl The Zoo Fortitude Valley Troy Cassar-Daley + Adam Harvey Mackay Ent/Exhibition Centre Mackay James Whiting Group Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point Swing Alive Brisbane Jazz Club Kangaroo Point Blackdiamond + Smoking Martha + Stellar Green Miami Shark Bar Miami Ingrid James Quartet Limes Hotel Fortitude Valley 30th Casey Fogg w/ full band New Globe Theatre Fortitude Valley Mango Groove Eatons Hill Hotel Eatons Hill Naturally 7 QPAC Concert Hall South Bank Ingrid James and Julian Jones The Lido Cafe Ascot Go-Go GO! The Hideaway Fortitude Valley Troy Cassar-Daley + Adam Harvey Pilbeam Theatre Rockhampton The Larry Carlton Quartet The Tivoli Fortitude Valley Meat Puppets + Special Guests The Zoo Fortitude Valley Closure In Moscow + Special Guests Solbar Maroochydore 31st Minus Nine + Dead Wolves + Junkyard Diamonds + Xens Arrival The Zoo Fortitude Valley Kingswood + The Medics + The Belligerents The Hi-Fi West End Pine Rivers Brass Band Strathpine Community Hall Strathpine Mark Andrew - Legends Show Proserpine Entertainment Centre Proserpine Joelistics + Dialectrix + N’Fa Jones Solar Maroochydore
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MouthZoff NOVEMBER 2013
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