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DEAD KENNEDYS – AUSTRALIA ÜBER ALLES TOUR – April 2011 [Tour News]
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Dead Kennedys are one of the most popular and important American punk bands, and they are returning to Australia for three special shows this April.
They formed in San Francisco in 1978 when vocalist Jello Biafra answered a music paper advert placed by guitarist East Bay Ray. They were joined by bassist Klaus Flouride, drummer Ted, and a second guitarist known to posterity simply as 6025. |
The latter soon departed, while Ted was replaced in 1981 by D.H. Peligro. Lead vocals are now sung by former Wynona Riders singer Ron “Skip” Greer
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JAC STONE & JAMES GREHAN @ The Old Museum, Brisbane – with Emma Louise – 11th February 2011 [Photo Gallery]
‘The Rat Trap’ Polytoxic @ Brisbane Powerhouse, 9th February, 2011 [Live Review]
Review by: Lana Harris
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Let me introduce you to The Rat Trap. Bull whipping, lampshade hanging, Siamese twin ninja fighting cabaret. Using a mix of circus antics, contemporary dance moves, ye olde piano music, silent movie explanation screens and good ol’ physical comedy, Polytoxic act out the seedy and sexy story of the dive known as The Rat Trap.
The Rat Trap is a ‘scratch work,’ the beginnings of a finished piece performed as part of the World Theatre Festival at the Powerhouse. The festival contains several of these still cooking pieces, enticing viewers with an unpolished taste of performer vision. |
Polytoxic keeps a cracking pace through the show, including plenty of action designed to make the audience gasp and laugh. The result is an accessible piece where there’s nothing to ‘get’. Polytoxic make it clear to their audience that their sole purpose on stage during Rat Trap is not to send a message or explore deep, dark and meaningful themes, it’s to amuse the audience and have fun. The diversity of the performers, whose backgrounds range from theatre to dance to circus training, appears to be a strong feature in creating such an entertaining piece. The mix of talents twists intricacy and depth into the performance.
Polytoxic have been around since 2000, and have recently upped their numbers from a three piece to six performers. If the beginnings of The Rat Trap are anything to go by, the increase in entertainers will expand the possibilities of a group which are already known for their raw, energetic, and accomplished works.
Playing at the Brisbane Powerhouse until Sun 13 Feb 2011
Dates/Times
Fri 11 Feb 7.15pm
Fri 11 Feb 8.20pm
Sat 12 Feb 7.15pm
Sat 12 Feb 8.20pm
Sun 13 Feb 5.45pm
Sun 13 Feb 8.45pm
Visit the Brisbane Powerhouse site for all details.
More articles by Lana Harris:
* U2 @ Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane w/ Jay Z – 8 December 2010 – Live Review
* Rise to Remain “Bridges will Burn” – EP Review
* Radio Birdman “Live in Texas” – LP Review
* Montpelier ‘Last Boat’ Single Review
* Weezer “Hurley” – LP Review
* Soilwork “The Panic Broadcast” – LP Review
* Danza Contemporanea De Cuba @ The Playhouse (Brisbane Festival), 15th September 2010 – Live Review
* Polarity @ The Judith Wright Centre, Brisbane 13th September 2010 – Live Review
* Betrayal @ The Cremorne Theatre, Brisbane 10th September 2010 – Live Review
* Crow “Arcane” – LP Review
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RIC’S BIG BACKYARD FESTIVAL – 2ND ANNOUNCEMENT
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Iconic Brisbane music venue RIC’S is proud to present their inaugural BIG BACKYARD FESTIVAL. Utilizing the courtyard behind RG’s and the upstairs and downstairs stages at RIC’S, the BIG BACKYARD is a brilliant space sure to create an intimate and unique festival experience.
3 stages. VIOLENT SOHO had a huge 2010. They moved to Brooklyn and signed to Thurston Moore’s Ecstatic Peace label touring the US with Dinosaur Jr and The Bronx. They’re home and they are sure to smash it in our Big Backyard. |
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The Haunted: Australian Tour May 2011 [Tour News & Tickets]
“The single greatest exponents of balls-out metal in the world” – Kerrang!
“They belong in the throne room of metal” – Metal Hammer
No Compromise. The one track title says all that you need to know about The Haunted, so get yourself ready for the Swedish Grammy winners as the bring their enviable live reputation to Australia.
Ever since their 1998 selftitled debut album, The Haunted have been gathering more and more awards, outshining all others in their field. Being crowned with such titles as “one of metal’s 25 Most Important Bands” and winning awards such as “Album of the Year” and “Best Hard Rock Album”, The Haunted have definitely proved their worth consistently and show no signs of slowing down.
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Laneway Festival 2011 – Brisbane [Photo Gallery]
Flood Bank – QLD Flood Relief Gig at The Old Museum, Brisbane – 3rd February 2011 [Photo Gallery]
Burst City :: The Final Bloodbath @ Burst City, Brisbane – January 29, 2011 [Photo Gallery]
Grinderman @ The Tivoli, Brisbane on January 24, 2011 [Photo Gallery]
Women in Music Lineup Gets Bigger!
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Emerging and aspiring female musicians and music industry practitioners will have the chance to engage with some of Australia’s most inspiring artists and industry professionals at the very first Women in Music (WiM) forum to be held in Brisbane on the 8th March, 2011.
Charismatic frontwoman, Patience Hodgson of Brisbane darlings The Grates joins the already stellar line up of speakers. She will hit the forum direct from the studio in New York where she has been writing and |
recording The Grates highly anticipated third album due out later in the year.
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ESCAPE THE FATE – Australian tour announced! April 2011 [Tour News]
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ESCAPE THE FATE is running straight for rock stardom, exuding a spirit of chaotic mischief, reminiscent of the riotous Motley Crue, which they capture brilliantly in their electrifying live shows. Hailing from the world’s most outlandish city, Las Vegas, ESCAPE THE FATE are conquering crowds and packing venues throughout the world, enslaving a legion of faithful fans at each stop with their brand of boisterously addictive rock. |
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Evermore to headline Caboolture Concert – 01 May 2011 [Festival News]
On Sunday, 1 May, 2011, Australia’s hottest rock acts will take over Caboolture on Brisbane’s northern outskirts in a massive six hour concert event.
Aria-nominated superstars Evermore – best known for their smash hits Hey Boys and Girls, Light Surrounding You and It’s Too Late (Ride On) – headline an all star lineup including The Potbelleez, Thirsty Merc, Amy Meredith and local star Sinead Burgess.
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Urban Country Music festival – 29 April – 02 May 2011 [Festival News]
New Concert Series
Friday Night Urban Blaze Concert – the Urban Blaze, formerly held on Sunday night, has moved to Friday night and will combine with the Burbs n Bush Concert. The format will be the same as Urban Blaze ie gold coin donation, byo alcohol, big bonfires and will still have the fireworks and rocking line up both events are famous for. We’ve come up with a new name for this site ‘The Paddock’
Saturday Night Concert – the main concert will still happen on Saturday and will feature an international artist and Australian country legends. The concert has been moved from the Showgrounds to the Alexander Barr Sporting Complex (behind the Historical Village)
Saturday – 30 April 2011
•Joe Nichols
•James Reyne
•The McClymonts
•Jonah’s Road
•Luke Dickens
Tickets Available Here – Moshtix
Sunday Night Concert – a new ticketed concert will happen on Sunday night featuring a very exciting line up of main stream artists rather than just traditional country performers. (It’s hard to believe but not everyone likes just country music). This concert will also be held at Alexander Barr Sporting Complex
Sunday – 1 May 2011
•Evermore
•Thirsty Merc
•The Potbelleez
•Amy Meredith
•Sinead Burgess
Tickets Available Here – Moshtix
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Discover: Lion Island [Explore Music]
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Lion Island are a 6 piece out of Brisbane. After two years of hard gigging, the band is a formidable live act and have recorded a debut album due for release in the coming months. The sound is full and dynamic with so many instruments, and their varied influences combined with solid pop sensibilities help make both entertaining and interesting music.
Genre: Rock/indie/new wave |
Catch Lion Island live at the Brisbane Powerhouse every Friday in February 2011. Shows are free and all ages – more details at facebook.com/lionisland
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