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Welcome To Our New Improved Gig Guide: |
Music Category:
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Alternative music |
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Blues, Boogie & Roots |
| Country, Bush, Folk Music |
| Jazz Music |
| Cabaret |
| Corporate Entertainment |
| Novelty Act |
| Every Music Genre |
| Rock, Pop, Dance |
| Contemporary |
| Multiple Selections: |
Please roll over our marked dates in the calendar to see specific gig times, venues and tickets
| May 3rd, 2012 (Thu) |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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FINN@NATIONAL PRESS CLUB OF AUSTRALIA,16 National Cct, Canberra
ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR TOURING BANDS from Sydney: Its blues to cabarock... from their Aussie flavoured 'blues of opinion' originals to blues/rock 'legend' song classics. You'll enjoy this funky rhythm and blues band, who plays a wide range of crowd grabbing standards, peppered with provocative originals. The Band is made up of seasoned professional performers with innumerable recording and Major Tour credits, the Band has been performing for six years and in that time they have produced 4 CDS and are currently working on the fifth. Finn have performed at almost every major blues festival in Australia and are constantly touring the country. Finn went to Memphis to compete in the IBC in Feb. 2005. The band features: Vocalist/drummer Jim Finn with his fabulous deep resonating voice, SLINKY PETE sits in the pocket on bass, and tasty guitarist Paul Surany is also doing some backing vocals. |
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MARVELLOUS MIZDEMEANOURS@ ON HOLD FOR PRIVATE GIG BPI
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| May 6th, 2012 (Sun) |
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
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JOHN HILL & CORA JAMES @ SECRET GARDEN SUNDAYS AT THE BRASSEY, Belmore Gardens, Barton
CORA JAMES - Described as having a voice like whisky, honey and cigarettes. Cora blends Jazz, Blues, Soul, Rock and R&B into her own stylish & cool musical cocktail. Cora sings with a passion, interprets a song and makes it her own. As one of the quotes on her site says: “her voice would make a man do a deal with the devil” CORA AND JOHN have been on an extended world tour playing in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, London, England, Osaka, Japan, Colombo, Sri Lanka...
JOHN HILL A first rate musician, John plays piano with purposeful and heartfelt intent and always in his own individual style. A singer, possessing a soulful, mellifluous voice - full of deep beauty and soaring exhilaration. his way with a melody is impeccable and highly original. A songwriter, par excellence, John writes music, from the heart and lyrics, that will illuminate the mind before touching your soul. An entertainer, of wit and honest charm - a warm and personable performer who often makes the audience feel that each song is an intimate message for them alone. Based in Sydney, Australia, John has performed in all musical forums including cocktail music, singing piano bars, backing solo artists, jazz trios, theatre shows and rock & roll bands. |
| May 10th, 2012 (Thu) |
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
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KEY GRIP @ NATIONAL PRESS CLUB OF AUSTRALIA, 16 National CCt, Barton
Its blues that swing with the local hot blus outfit Key Grip. Led by Leo Joseph on keyboards/vox, Dave Blanken on Guitar, plus bas, drums, horns and guest vocals. Get set for a grat party night! |
| May 13th, 2012 (Sun) |
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
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CHRIS E THOMAS & DOUG WEAVER@BRASSEY HOTEL IN THE LOUNGE, Belmore Gardens, Basrton
The first single Workin’ off Chris E Thomas’s debut album “Monkey Off My Back” has just been honoured at the Canberra Country Music Awards receiving the award for National Honky Tonk Song and the award for National Swing Song. The single was released to radio stations debuting in the top five on some charts. Chris E has recently stepped forward from her success in the session world of radio and television to showcase her own craft. Having stood behind or alongside many stellar performers for more than a decade, Chris E, through the encouragement of such artists has made the decision to stage her own performance. The fruits of this decision are now coming with the release of her debut album into the country / blues music realm, “Monkey Off My Back”. Chris E is an amazingly gifted vocalist, guitarist and songwriter. She was born in Tasmania and moved to the mainland to capitalise on her talent when she was seventeen. Billy Thorpe, Tina Arena, Brian Cadd , Bachelor Girl, Vanessa Amorosi and Adam Brand are among just a few of the well respected Australian artists to draw upon her distinctive and powerful vocals and rhythm guitar skills to enhance their performances.
Chris E Thomas is undeniably unique in her ability to deliver vocal entertainment in a style unbeknown to any. Australian rock legend, Brian Cadd, rates her amongst the best female vocalists he’s encountered during his illustrious career. "Her power and passion are what music should be all about". TODAY SHE TEAMS UP WITH TALENT GUITARIST DOUG WEAVER! |
| May 17th, 2012 (Thu) -- May 18th, 2012 (Fri) |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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MISSISSIPPI SHAKEDOWN@NATIONAL PRESS CLUB O AUSTRALIA, 16 National Cct.Barton
A 4-piece unit led by Blues charged SLIDE GUITAR, with a "Don't Bore Us, Get to the Chorus" attitude! With influence from the deep south, these guys have heart. This band was not created to play in a restaurant.
Fronted by Mississippi Jeff Cripps, three times Australian Blues Music Awards: Producer Of The Year on slide guitar and vocals, with Wayne Leffler on Mandolin, Harp, Guitar and Vocals, the Band is driven by John Gannon on bass with Derek Smith on drums in the engine room!!
With GRAND performances at the Goulburn, Thredbo, Launceston, Newcastle, Forth Valley, Junee, Gosford, Davistown and Sydney Blues Festivals, and hundreds of gigs in Sydney, Perth, Tasmania, Canberra and the East Coast, it has been proven without a shadow of a doubt, Mississippi Shakedown never fails to please an audience, whether it be an audience of Blues Aficionados, or Joe Public… |
| May 20th, 2012 (Sun) |
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
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GAYE REID & TONY HALEY @SECRET GARDEN SUNDAYS AT THE BRASSEY HOTEL, Belmore Garden Barton ACT 2600, Australia
In there first show together, get set for swing songs of the 40s, 50s and beyond when crooner Tony Haley teams up with songstress Gaye Reid (Mama Blooz) as they sizzle with their cocktail set of jazz, blues and soft rock! Its Sinatra, Ella, Dean Martin, Bassey, Elvis and beyond with the wonderful John Black on the keys and vocals and fabulous Noddy Brassington on the drums! Their cheeky stage partnership, songs, blend of voices and love of music shows in each song. You are sure to find yourself singing along on the perfect Sunday afternoon out! |
| May 24th, 2012 (Thu) |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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SHANE PACEY BLUES TRIO @ NATIONAL PRESS CLUB OF AUSTRALIA, 16 National Cct. Barton
Shane Pacey-Guitar and vocals
Trudy Mackenzie-Bass and Vocals
Dave Sell-Drums
In a time when blues is in great danger of being swallowed by the all-encompassing term “roots music,” the very concept of a blues band seems to be almost a quaint idea.
The Shane Pacey Blues Trio is that rare (and becoming rarer!) thing, a dedicated blues band, rather than a solo star with supporting musicians.
Although Shane’s other band, The Bondi Cigars is still very much a going concern, Shane recently felt the strong urge to revisit the music that turned him on when he first started playing, such as the guitar playing and singing of Peter Green and the short sharp style coming out of Chess Records in the 50’s and 60s.
“The main aim,” states Shane “Is to create something totally different to The Cigars”
Bearing that in mind, people should not expect any Cigars material at an SPBT gig, but rather a no-nonsense trip through blues’ back pages, all played with Shane’s customary attack and passion.
Completing the trio..
Trudy Mackenzie, bass and vocals. Trudy’s main musical background is singing, with bands in Victoria, W.A. and Queensland. She has also played in a duo with Shane for the last five years, which is all very convenient, as they happen to be married!
Drummer Dave Sell’s most recent musical activities have been with Exeter Groove (whose CDs Shane produced) and ABC radio’s Nick Rheinberger (whose CD Shane also produced!)
The trio’s goal is to produce a big sound that aims for the soul and the feet.
“Don’t expect a polite little band tapping away in the corner,” says Shane.
..and he means it, too. |
| May 27th, 2012 (Sun) |
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
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CICILIA & HER LATIN LOVERS@BRASSEY HOTEL, Belmore Cardens, Barton
IN THE SECRET GARDEN LOUNGE! Talented Canberra musician and flautist Cicilia Kemezys teams up with her latin friends for delicous afternoon performing a mix of Brazilian Bossa Nova, Tango and Chilean folk music.
Cicilia Kemezys leads on jazz and Latin flute/vocals, accompanied by Argentinean guitarist Justo Diaz from Sydney. Special guests include Portuguese jazz vocalist Aline Felipe and Chilean folk song crooner Jorge Bontes. |
| May 31st, 2012 (Thu) |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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ACCA Daiquiris @ National PressClub of Australia, 16 National Cct.Barton
Take four of Sydney’s most talented and versatile musicians and a songbook that ranges from classics such as Frank Sinatra’s “Witchcraft” to the Trogg’s “Wild Thing”, shake gently and what do you have? A classic cocktail of the swingingest sounds from the past fifty years, remastered with a unique and contemporary approach but true to the great traditions of the grooviest hotel lounges and hipster nightclubs.
Here’s a band for dancing, romancing or just setting that perfect mood, be it a wedding, conference, club date or harbour cruise. With a repertoire that runs from the golden age of jazz to current day pop, The Acca Daiquiris are a group for all ages, guaranteed to inject that shot of sheer musical adrenalin into any occasion.
Look through the CVs of the group and you will see that they have all played with the cream of Australia’s jazz, blues, soul, funk and rock musicians, not to mention an impressive list of academic qualifications from leading music schools. |
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