Q&A: Dallas Frasca Vs King Of The North Posted 23 May 2013 @ 7:12pm 51 views 0 comments Dallas Frasca questions Higgsy (King Of The North)...   We're big fans of your band, what gives Adelaide the special edge? Cafe' De Villes, Fritz and sauce sangas and the punters. There is a love for all things rock, straight up with no bullshit. It's about the music and good times if you catch my drift.   What was it like growing up in the 'City of Churches'? Awesome, a great place to...
Q&A: Tom West Posted 23 May 2013 @ 6:58pm 61 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: Finger-picking songs with bittersweet words.   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? I get a lot of comparisons for my voice, and they're often wildly different: Neil Young, Fionn Regan, recently the guy from Alt J, Kermit the Frog.   What’ve you got to sell CD-wise? Pre sale...
Q&A: Second Hand Heart Posted 23 May 2013 @ 11:18am 63 views 0 comments Name/Band: Lily from Second Hand Heart   Ten bands everyone should know about: Tully On Tully, Kathryn Rollins, Rat & Co, Little Dragon, Hiatus Kaiyote, Brightly, Ainslie Wills, House Of Lawrence, Polica, Autumn Grey.   Nine food items that you need to make a kickarse dinner party: Someone who can actually cook would be a start…other than just good company and lots of booze....
Q&A: River Of Snakes Posted 22 May 2013 @ 1:16pm 89 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: Guitar punk noise pop nothing.   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? One hand clapping.   What do you love about making music? Making music.   How long have you been gigging and writing? I started gigging in the late ‘80s, in a band called The Koncrete Nomadz, when I was...
Q&A: Dru Chen Posted 22 May 2013 @ 1:08pm 170 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: Melbourne R&B/soul singer-songwriter.   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? A modern day soul singer who takes his cues from old doo-wop groups (The Temptations), ‘80s funk-pop (Prince, Michael Jackson) and modern visionaries (Kimbra, Miguel).   What can a punter expect...
Q&A: El Moth Posted 21 May 2013 @ 2:08pm 201 views 0 comments Name: Reuben (keys).   Ten bands everyone should know about: Snarky Puppy, Robert Glaser Experiment, Mutemath, Ghost Orkid, King of The North, Kingfisha, Black Seeds, Lewis Mcullum, Kora, Hiatus Kaiyote.   Nine food items that you need to make a kickarse dinner party: Chilli, salami, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, tequila, hummus, pickles, garlic, olive oil.   Eight possessions that...
Q&A: RedX Posted 21 May 2013 @ 1:52pm 74 views 0 comments What can a punter expect from your live show? Dancing, booze and good times!   What’ve you got to sell CD-wise? Our debut EP will be released through Session Records/MGM in May which we are very exited about.   What's the strangest place you've ever played a gig, or made a recording? Strangest in a good way! We played a backyard music festival in Ripponlea called Rippinfest with...
Triple J Hottest 100 Of The Past 20 Years Posted 21 May 2013 @ 12:30pm 930 views 0 comments It’s been a whole two decades since the first ever Hottest 100, and to celebrate, triple j are asking listeners to reflect on their favourite songs from the past 20 years to compile the ultimate anniversary countdown. Any song released from January 1, 1993 to December 31, 2012 is eligible for nomination, and it doesn’t need to have appeared in its year’s Hottest 100 list. Need some help casting...
Q&A: Braveface Posted 17 May 2013 @ 10:31am 90 views 0 comments Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? In the past we've been likened to bands such as Deerhunter, Girls, Real Estate – sunny contemporary Americana...Then again I've been told we sound like The Band – I don't think so – but I'm happy with that.   What part of making music excites you the most? The sheer personal chaos,...
Sing. Create. Live. Posted 16 May 2013 @ 3:08pm 77 views 0 comments Established: 2011   Location: Based in Northcote. The course is to be held at Jika Jika Community Centre, Plant St Northcote.   What does Sing. Create. Live specialise in? Songwriting, singing and creativity tuition and workshops. Individual work in songwriting, singing, creativity and self-expression. The course also offers individual counseling, specialising in breaking down creative...
Q&A: City Riots Posted 16 May 2013 @ 3:02pm 185 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less:   Dreamy, jangly, indie rock.   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? Mystery Jets, The Horrors, Peace.   What do you love about making music? The freedom to create whatever you like.   If you could travel back in time and show one of your musical heroes your stuff, who...
Q&A: Shanty Town Posted 15 May 2013 @ 7:43pm 259 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: ‘60s Jamaican ska.   If you could travel back in time and show one of your musical heroes your stuff, who would it be and why? We would humbly play Desmond Dekker our version of 007 (Shanty Town, .and then beg for his forgiveness! Desmond Dekker is a hero because his early songs dealt with the moral, cultural and social issues of mainstream Jamaican...
Q&A: The Stevens Posted 15 May 2013 @ 7:29pm 71 views 0 comments Ten bands everyone should know about: The Homosexuals, R. Stevie Moore, See Saw, Morbid Angel, Chicago, Gutter Gods, Alternative TV, Bored Games, The No Real Need.   Nine food items that you need to make a kickarse dinner party: Corn, avocado, corn chips, salsa, red kidney beans, refried beans, sour cream, Jalapeños and cheese.   Eight possessions that define you: Flannel shirts,...
PBS Radio Festival Posted 15 May 2013 @ 1:05pm 184 views 0 comments Get ready to sprinkle some rose petals and light those candles – the return of the annual PBS Radio Festival is coming and there’s love in the airwaves. Fighting each year to save community radio from being overrun by the bland monopoly of mainstream stations, the festival calls on passionate music fans to join the plight of the underdog. This year the PBS Radio Festival is dubbed ‘Romance Your...
Q&A: Storyhorse Posted 14 May 2013 @ 12:05pm 250 views 1 comment Define your genre in five words or less: Apocalyptic folk rock.   If you could travel back in time and show one of your musical heroes your stuff, who would it be and why? I don't know about a musical hero, but I think Einstein might have dug it. I'm sure he would have been more impressed with our ability to time travel though.   When’s the gig and with who? The Eureka Hotel on Friday...
Q&A: Skyways Are Highways Posted 10 May 2013 @ 1:29pm 261 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: Sunshine punk.   Tell us about the last song you wrote. I'm writing a song about the moon. It’s kind of a cage for broken hearts and it gets heavier and heavier until people notice, then it sinks so low that people go break it open. The Earth turns to ice, stops spinning and drifts away into the stars.   If you could travel back in time and show...
Q&A: Jika Posted 9 May 2013 @ 11:37am 145 views 0 comments Name: Jeffrey Ortiz Raul Castro.   Define your genre in five words or less: Schizophrenic freestyle grooves.   How long have you been gigging and writing.? We have been smashing that shit since 1998. Jika started as a bright-eyed try hard grunge band, then I joined the band in 2001 and taught those mother fucking pussies to grow some hair on their balls. Then Zane Rosanoski joined the...
Hydra Rehearsal Studio Posted 8 May 2013 @ 1:05pm 80 views 0 comments Name: Hydra Rehearsal Studio   Location: 18 Duffy Street Burwood, Victoria.   Hours of operation: Monday to Friday: 6pm - 11pm Saturday and Sunday:11am - 5pm   Rooms and Facilities: Ten 30m2 acoustically treated, extremely well-soundproofed rehearsal rooms, all with brand new PA systems including two FOH, one foldback, three mics, leads and stands. Each room has its own split air...
Q&A: Tek Tek Ensemble Posted 7 May 2013 @ 1:37pm 193 views 0 comments Name: Paul Dornau.   Define your genre in five words or less: An international mini orchestra.   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? It’s hard to describe because we play so many genres­ – cumbia, surf rock, benga, dangdut, soul, tarantellas, rancheras, '20s swing. I guess it’s like the music genre that starts...
Q&A: Destroy She Said Posted 7 May 2013 @ 1:28pm 331 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: Dirty hard rock!   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question what do you reckon people will say you sound like? A nastier version of ‘70s AC/DC mixed with Rose Tattoo Sabbath and Soundgarden with an original twist. It's over the top pub rock!   Name an interview question you wish someone would ask you, and answer it. What kind of...
Studio Profile: Bakehouse Studios Posted 6 May 2013 @ 4:48pm 87 views 0 comments Location: 27-29 Hoddle St Richmond (entry from Little Hoddle St).   Hours of operation: 12pm - 12am or by appointment.   About: Bakehouse Studios comprises of both a recording studio and our popular rehearsal space that is frequented by many local and international bands. We have worked with Grinderman, Cat power, Elvis Costello, Olivia Newton John, Cut Copy, Nick Cave and The Bad...
Hire Profile: BS Sound PA Hire Posted 6 May 2013 @ 2:23pm 249 views 0 comments Location: 25 Cromwell St, Glen Iris, VIC 3146   Established: 1987   What exactly do you provide for hire? We provide hire and operation of sound and lighting equipment for live music events. We also have AV equipment including projectors and screens for corporate functions or any event that needs that little bit extra.   What events can you cater for? We have a variety of systems...
Photography Profile: The White Room Posted 6 May 2013 @ 12:19pm 148 views 0 comments Location: Kindred Studios, 212a Whitehall St Yarraville.   Studio Capabilities: The White Room has a 10m white infinity cyc and provides basic grip and lighting gear. Higher spec lighting and grip set-ups are available by arrangement. We also have current CS5 software and Final Cut Pro running on brand new Mac computers and a fast in-house wireless internet setup. All of this is powered by...
Rehearsal Profile: Hydra Rehearsal Studios Posted 6 May 2013 @ 12:00pm 131 views 0 comments Location: 18 Duffy Street Burwood, Victoria.   Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 6pm-11pm. Saturday and Sunday: 11am-5pm.   Rooms and Facilities: Ten 30m2 acoustically treated, extremely well-soundproofed rehearsal rooms, all with brand new PA systems including two FOH, one foldback, three mics/leads/stands. Each room has its own split air conditioner and is ventilated.  ...
Store Profile: Allans Billy Hyde - Melbourne Posted 6 May 2013 @ 11:03am 144 views 0 comments Established: 1850 Location: 152 Bourke St, Melbourne.   Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 10am – 6pm Friday: 10am – 7pm Saturday: 10am – 5pm Sunday: 10am – 4pm   What are some of the brands and musical products you specialise in?We boast a comprehensive range of guitars, amps, music technology and live performance, drums and percussion, pianos & keyboards, band and orchestral and...
Q&A: Outshine Posted 2 May 2013 @ 11:39pm 376 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: Metal-rock-gothic hybrid.   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? We´ve heard we sound for example like Alice In Chains and Paradise Lost, but people seem to find it difficult to put us in a specific genre, which I think is a positive thing.   What do you love about making music...
Q&A: Bored Nothing vs Gung Ho vs Step-Panther Posted 2 May 2013 @ 10:30pm 334 views 0 comments BORED NOTHING ASKING GUNG HO Have you ever seen a show called Seinfeld? How good is Seinfeld? It's awesome, I'm glad you like it too. Good for you, Jack!   What's your favourite pizza topping, do you ever need to get half and half or are you guys closer than that? Supreme always goes well. Except the pineapple. If there's anyone cool with pineapple on the pizza they're out of the band....
Q&A: Ella Thompson Posted 2 May 2013 @ 8:11am 200 views 0 comments What inspires or has influenced your music the most?   Probably my friends, they know when I’m being honest and tell me to pull my head in otherwise.     Do you have any record releases to date? What are they? Where can I get them? Yes I am releasing an EP called Elysium which is available May 2 on bandcamp.   If you could assassinate one person or band from popular music,...
Q&A: Rumour Control Posted 2 May 2013 @ 8:06am 123 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less. Alternative, heavy, melodic, epic, rock.   What do you hate about the music industry? The lack of money.   If you could assassinate one person or band from popular music, who would it be and why? Radiohead, they are just too good. And they make us look shit.   What do you think a band has to do these days to succeed? Get a degree in...
Q&A: M4-CEMA Posted 2 May 2013 @ 8:01am 91 views 0 comments Define your genre in five words or less: Hip hop.   Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like? I think I have my own sound – straight up-front telling how it is and not trying to create clever symbolism or innuendos. If I had to choose genres as a point of reference I would say hip hop with rock influences.   What do you...