August 25th, 2010
ROBBED OF LAUGHS
You’ve seen him in Water Boy, Big Daddy and Deuce Bigalow, and this November, fans of Rob Schneider can catch him performing in the flesh at His Majesty’s Theatre. Known for his crazy characters that often pop up in Adam Sandler films, Schneider is an Emmy-nominated actor and comedian, who will embark on his first ever stand-up tour of Australia later this year. Hot on the heels of the release of his first comedy album, Registered Offender, Schneider will make his way to the land down under to tickle our funny bones Schneider style. Tickets for his Sunday, November 28, show go on sale at 9am on Thursday, September 2, from BOCS.
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August 25th, 2010
HEAVY LIFTING
Get ready Perth because a brand new festival is about to hit our shores and it’s a doozy. The No Sleep Til Perth concert will invade Arena Joondalup on Sunday, December 12, with sets by some of heavy music’s biggest names. Headlining the festival will be thrash act Megadeth, who have promised to play Rust In Peace in its entirety. Joining Megadeth will be punk rockers NOFX, Dropkick Murphys, Parkway Drive, Gwar, Alkaline Trio, Katatonia, Frenzal Rhomb, Me First And The Gimme Gimmes, 3 Inches Of Blood, Suicide Silence, August Burns Red, We Came As Romans, House Vs Hurricane, Break Even, Heroes For Hire, Confession, Antagonist Ad, The Outsiders, Shitripper and Leeches. Tickets for this massive festival go on sale on Thursday, September 9, from ticketmaster.com.au. Get some rest…
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August 25th, 2010
FANGS VERY MUCH
When you hear the word ‘twilight’ these days chances are your mind will conjure up an image of an angsty teen in a volatile relationship with a vampire. But it’s time to change your thinking patterns because One Movement For Music has just announced a special Twilight Festival. With naught a pair of vampire fangs in sight, the Twilight Festival will take over The Esplanade on Friday, October 8, from 5pm for a concert under the stars with some of music’s biggest names. And bringing the song will be Canadian songstress Sarah McLachlan, Court Yard Hounds (starring members of country superstars Dixie Chicks), Paul Kelly, Kate Miller-Heidke, Pink Martini, Lil’ Band O’ Gold, Mama Kin and Kadangyan. To get the full rundown on all things One Movement, and to secure your tickets for the Twilight Festival, jump online to onemovementmusic.com.
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August 25th, 2010
HERE COMES THE SUN
Cirque du Soleil - the acrobatic show that revolutionised Las Vegas entertainment – is returning to Australia. The troupe will perform Saltimbanco, one of the most company’s best known and loved shows in a nationwide tour.
The show promises to be a spectacular production, showcasing awe-inspiring agility and artistry. You can catch Cirque du Soleil in Perth at Challenge Stadium, from Thursday, April 21, 2011. Tickets go on sale nationally on Monday, October 18. For more information visit cirquedusoleil.com.
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August 25th, 2010
U WHO?
The global rock juggernaut U2 is coming to Perth! Yes, you have read correctly – the Irish lads and rock’n’roll legends will be rolling in on Saturday, December 18, for what will surely be the biggest gig of the year at Subiaco Oval, as part of their 360° world tour. It is the first time the band has rocked Perth since the Popmart tour in 1998. As usual the band have a NASA-scale budget for their live show, which will feature a 150 feet steel structure, rotating bridges and a cylindrical video system of interlocking LED panels. That Bono – he does love building bridges. And in other big news, they’ll be accompanied by Mr Suave himself JAY-Z. Tickets for the rock’n’roll (and R&B) circus go on sale on Friday, September 3, with prices starting at $39.90 (hoorah for honest ticket prices). For full details of vendors and prices head to u2.com.
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August 18th, 2010
SWING LOW
And The Bakery announcements have already begun! Minnesota indie-rock gods Low bring their mesmerising slowcore sounds to the venue in late October. Famed for their sonically intense sound, Drums And Guns – the band’s latest album – features minimalist drum loops working alongside subtle melody. The Perth show will see the band perform material from across their entire catalogue, with local support from Erasers and Schvendes. Saturday, October 23, The Bakery, Northbridge. Tickets are $44 plus booking fee from 78 Records, Mills Records, Planet Video and nowbaking.com.au. Doors open 8pm.
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August 18th, 2010
TALKING TREE
Helmed by Perth producer Sue Taylor and French filmmaker Julie Bertucelli (Since Otar Left) and based on an Aussie book, The Tree recently closed the 2010 Cannes Film Festival to a standing ovation. The Tree tells the story of a young girl who becomes convinced her dead father is whispering to her through the leaves of a Morton Bay fig tree on the family property.
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August 18th, 2010
SOUNDS OF THE SOUTH
If you like the sound of performing alongside Interpol, Klaxons, Joan Jett, Eskimo Joe and Birds Of Tokyo at Southbound 2011, then you should register your band today with Sonicbids.com. All you need to do is upload your band’s tracks to Sonicbids before Friday, October 29, to be in the running to win a highly coveted spot at Southbound. The winners will be announced on Thursday, November 11, and will join the many big acts at Sir Stewart Bovell Park in Busselton from Saturday, January 1, ’til Monday, January 3.
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August 18th, 2010
LLAMA LIVE
Welcome to Llama Live – the latest addition to the local live music landscape. A weekly showcase of the crème of the scene from Perth and beyond, every Thursday will see a new handpicked selection of bands from ’80s synth pop to dance punk and everything in between. Drinks, tapas, music and you – the ultimate weekend warm up at the Llama Bar, Subiaco every Thursday night. It all kicks off on Thursday, September 2, with Good Little Fox and Resort. And throughout the rest of September catch Sneaky Weasel Gang, The Brow Horn Orchestra, Brash & Sassy, and The Domnicks, featuring Dom Mariani and Nick Shepherd. $10 entry or $20 for table seating (including a drink). Free entry before 7.30pm.
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August 18th, 2010
MODEL CITIZEN
Most Australians will recognise Erika Heynatz for her roles as a model/television presenter but few know that Heynatz isn’t just a pretty face – she’s also talented a singer and performer with a strong love for pop music. After challenging her musical abilities on Channel 7’s It Takes Two series, Heynatz decided it was time to take the plunge and follow her dream of becoming a musician.
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