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Clarity Records
There's something in a name. Pet dogs, humans, cars, and bizniz. A name can aid on the quest to becoming a winner - whatever that is. This too counts for record labels and stores, a 'place' that is supposed to be a conduit to a new reality like the music itself. I guess it's a 'brand' thing. Some of the best label names are those that touch on the celestial.
The 10 Rules of Rock and Roll, Robert Forster
Robert Forster is not technically a journalist. He was, however, one half of this country's answer to Lennon/McCartney in the Go-Betweens. So, consider him more than qualified for his latest gig, sitting pretty alongside Helen Garner and Clive James as the music critic for highbrow periodical The Monthly.
Disco Rough #1: ZickZack Records
Meet Samuel Miers. Sam is a man with a passion. A passion for musical niches you didn't even realise existed. Six months ago, Sam decided that rock music had been unknowingly profiting off early-80s German New Wave, and in particular the primary progenitor of the movement, ZickZack Records, for far too long.
Oliver Mann 7 inch Launch
What:
Oliver Mann 7 inch Launch + Steering By Stars
Where:
The Metropolitan Hotel, 46 Grote St, City
When:
Fri Oct 30, 8pm
How much:
Less than $10
Oliver Mann is a performer. He's also a librarian and an opera singer... And a folk songwriter. His performances are a combination of all these things, morphing from classical vocalist to campfire storyteller as he tells tales of goblins invading his library. He's joined by Steering By Stars, their rise is no secret.
Wagons at the Wheatie
What:
Wagons Drive All Night Til Dawn tour
Where:
Wheatsheaf Hotel, 39 George St, Thebarton
When:
Thur Oct 29 & Fri Oct 30, 8pm
How much:
$10 presale or $12 at the door
"Well I've never been to Spain / but I kind of like the music / Say the ladies are insane there / and they sure know how to use it". Last time Henry Wagons played the Wheatie he busted out a stirring rendition of Elvis' oddity 'Never Been To Spain' before an instrument swapping hip hop encore.
The Lovebird Society + Friends
What:
The Lovebird Society + Friends
Where:
The Metropolitan Hotel, Grote St, City.
When:
Sat Oct 24, 9pm
How Much:
Free
Sure this ain't no beer company showcase, but good new local bands need your support when beer companies are busy nurturing someone else. Saturday night sees the much loved Metro host new post punkers Friends as well as The Lovebird Society. Life isn't all about festivals, sponsors and 'indie' nights, so get out to see the grass roots.
I Heart Hiroshima
What:
I Heart Hiroshima
Where:
Enigma Bar, 173 Hindley St, City
When:
Sun Oct 25, 8pm
How Much:
$13.80 from Venuetix
I Heart Hiroshima are lovely, really lovely. Enigma Bar is, well.. lovely too in it's own kind of way. Kind of like a cute toddler that has been playing in cow poo all day. Aw, ew, aw. Either way, it's a great place to catch a show and a true live venue - just don't let the predator sculptures scare you too much - I Heart Hiroshima will most likely win you over with their loveliness.
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