Sunday, 23rd August 2009

Ikaria Island, Greece

Ways of the Sea MIMIS PLESSAS KLAUDIA DELMER, TSAHOURIDIS Bros Yiannis Simonides, THEATER COMPANY TETTIGES , Leonidas Vardaros Known as the "Greek Gershwin," Mimis Plessas' music has been celebrated throughout his illustrious career in film, theatre, opera, concerto suites, radio, and television.

The Ways of the Sea refers directly or indirectly to the sea. Longing, the distances the prayers, the dreams, the loneliness, the camaraderie, the wisdom, love, death, lack of contact, proximity of humans. ... All these find their rightful place and their perfect background to the endless sea.

One of the greatest legends of Greek music in Ikaria for 2nd time in Icarus Festival.

Wednesday, 5th August 2009

Belly Up Tavern, 143 S Cedros Ave,

Grammy award winning singer/songwriter/bar-room guitar player Dave Alvin has been a constant force in traditional American roots music, both electric and acoustic, for over 25 years. From his earliest days with roots pioneers The Blasters through his stinits with punk rock/folkies X and The Knitters through his various solo releases, Dave has mixed blues, folk, rockabilly, rhythm and blues, country, surf, cajun and even doo wop into his own unique brand of American Music. His songs have been recorded by Los Lobos, Buckwheat Zydeco, Robert Earl Kean, Dwight Yoakam, Kelly Willis, James McMurtry, Joe Ely and Little Milton to name a few, and have been heard in TV shows like 'The Sopranos' and movies like 'Crybaby' and 'Thelma and Louise.'

This is a syndicated listing.

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Tuesday, 30th June 2009

Docks at The Capital, 126 Hay Street,

It's the last Tuesday of the month and you know what that means......Feature Time!!!!!This month's feature will be none other than Josephus Thompson III,a poet from Greensboro.

With the mind of an engineer, the voice of a poet and the heart and soul of a visionary, Josephus III is constantly transcending barriers. As a visual artist his work has been displayed on billboards as well as on a line of prints entitled Mental Messages. As a performance artist he displays his works and talents in museums, galleries, universities, corporate settings and stage productions just to name a few. As a teacher and lecturer he works in both the educational and corporate setting focusing on Education through Correlation, as well as showing students the importance of writing and poetry and how it directly relates to their life.

He is also a columnist for The GoTriad and was the co-host for 97.1WQMGs Poetry Cafe. In addition his words have been featured on greeting cards and several other collaborative works, including a qu

Wednesday, 22nd July 2009

Johnny D's Uptown, 17 Holland St,

The David Lindley electro-acoustic performance effortlessly combines American folk, blues and bluegrass traditions with elements from African, Arabic, Asian, Celtic, Malagasy and Turkish musical sources.

Friday, 10th July 2009

Vedette, cnr Buckley and Nicholson Sts, Footscray, VIC

Live dark electronic rock! Death of Art, Harpy, Chiron and Saint Vitus Stance Dark Events Stormy in courtyard + 'Smash' in other room

Thursday 17th September 2009Saturday 19th September 2009

The Street Theatre, Cnr childers St & University Ave, Canberra, ACT

A musical comedy show featuring comedian Michael Connell Comedians Michael Connell, Jay Sullivan, Tom Gibson, & The Stevenson Experience Guitarist Jonno Zilber THE BLUES - A musical comedy show featuring Michael Connell

Blues music and comedy; at first sight it would seem to be a strange mix. One makes you cry, the other makes you laugh. However mixing them together is just what Comedian and Harmonica player Michael Connell is planning to do in a new comedy show. "I've been doing comedy for over eight years, and playing the Harmonica for the last four, and I've always kept my comedy and music very separate," Michael explains. "However, recently I've begun to notice there's a lot of similarities between the Blues and Comedy. For me, they're both about taking something negative, like being poor or getting cheated on, and turning it into something positive like music or laughter."

Titled, appropriately enough, "The Blues", the show will run at The Street Theatre in mid September. As a comedian Michael h

Sunday 28th June 2009

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For Our Hero Debut EP Launch For Our Hero & Girl Vs Ghost & Best Before M_Shiz For Our Hero's Debut EP - Threw The Looking Glass - Launch featuring Girl Vs Ghost, Best Before & Crashland.

Friday 10th July 2009Sunday 12th July 2009

Chocznia / POLAND

Common Festival is back to reunite us all in dance. Our festival is focusing on happiness and education of kids - bringing everyone together and celebrating that we are all part of the same divine energy. Common Live Festival!

Chocznia 10-12/07/2009 POLAND

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Common Festival is back to reunite us all in dance. Our festival is focusing on happiness and education of kids - bringing everyone together and celebrating that we are all part of the same divine energy.

This year we have got an amazing line-up for your enjoyment with some of the best Artists & DJs from around the world. These musicians will truly take you on a spiritual/ musical journey. Also watch this space for many surprise activities to be announced

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Saturday 11th July 2009

Studio (Sydney Opera House), Bennelong Point Rd, Sydney

Dan Sultan and his tight and terrific seven-piece band will play songs from their soon-to-be-released and much anticipated second album, in this one-off concert celebration Dan Sultan and band "With a voice that is equal parts Archie Roach and Otis Redding, and hips that have been inherited from Elvis Presley, Sultan and band blew away all and sundry." - City Hub

Dan Sultan and his tight and terrific seven-piece band will play songs from their soon-to-be-released and much anticipated second album, in this one-off concert celebration.

Dan Sultan is an extraordinarily talented musician. His accomplished debut album "Homemade Biscuits" was released in 2006 to rave reviews. Dan went on to find the big soul band of his dreams including a horn section and keys, producing his own style of Country Soul Rock N Roll.

With a career about to explode thanks to collaborations, touring, festivals and an upcoming feature film with Geoffrey Rush, this is your chance to say "I saw him bef

Saturday, 4th July 2009

Sydney Opera House Playhouse

The Broadway Tony Award-winner belts out the big roadway showstoppers and cool jazz standards Lillias White A Tribute to the music of Cy Coleman

"Lillias White is a singer who makes the most challenging vocal feats look almost easy." - New York Times

The term "living legend" is oft-overused, but occasionally its use is well and truly justified. Such is the case with Lillias White. Sydney Opera House is proud to host her first appearance on a Sydney stage since her sold-out 2005 tour, with three concerts only in The Playhouse.

"She can hold a note longer than Carmen McRae and sounds like a cross-pollination of Sara Vaughan and Dinah Washington" - Rex Reed

Lillias will be paying tribute to the great Cy Coleman, writer of hit musicals Sweet Charity, Barnum, Little Me and The Life, plus a pile of amazing jazz standards including Witchcraft.

After winning an Emmie, a Tony and an Obie on stage and TV (and our hearts on Sesame Street!) her powerful renditions of classic songs prove why she has

Sunday, 5th July 2009

Sydney Opera House Playhouse

Ever wanted to make a Broadway musical? Julia Zemiro (Rockwiz), Genevieve Morris, Ross Daniels, Geoff Paine. Hosted by Russell Fletcher & Musical Director John Thorn with special guests including Julia Morris,Jordan Raskopoulos and Rebecca De Unamuno. "inspirational improvisation - with hilarious song moments which surpassed some legitimate musicals" - Adelaide Advertiser

Fast, funny and brilliant. Everything musical comedy should be and too often isn't!

Starring: Julia Zemiro (Rockwiz), Genevieve Morris, Ross Daniels, Geoff Paine. Hosted by Russell Fletcher & Musical Director John Thorn, with special guests including Julia Morris,Jordan Raskopoulos and Rebecca De Unamuno.

Have you ever wanted to make a Broadway Musical?

Songs are created inspired by titles supplied by the audience. Solos, duets, dance numbers and plot lines are all improvised before your eyes.

The audience's favourite is then performed as an entire musical by this incredible team of improvisers - with hilarious result

Wednesday, 29th July 2009

Ark, 316 S Main St, Ann Arbor

The David Lindley electro-acoustic performance effortlessly combines American folk, blues and bluegrass traditions with elements from African, Arabic, Asian, Celtic, Malagasy and Turkish musical sources.

Wednesday, 10th June 2009

Manchester Lane, 36 Manchester Lane, Melbourne

With over 7 million plays and more than 66,000 fans on MySpace, Renee Cassar is the latest singer songwriter to emerge from the Melbourne live music scene and MySpace - proving the sheer influence of the internet for new and talented artists. Since joining the popular social networking site a little over 12 months ago, Renee has become the Number 1 Unsigned Australian Artist on MySpace Music’s Top Artists, a position she held for more than 11 consecutive months.

With musical influences ranging from Alanis Morissette, Powderfinger and Bob Dylan, Renee has inspired her own lyrical folky-pop-rock sound. Her memorable melodies, honest lyrics and unique voice will finally be featured on her debut album due for release August 2009 through prestigious label Island Records (Universal Music Australia). Fans can pre order a special limited edition copy of the album at www.ReneeCassar.com.au.

Wednesday 17th June 2009

Low 302, Crown Street, Darlinghurst

Eli Wolfe is bringing his hypnotic sound to Low 302 Lounge in Darlinghurst on Wed 17 June as part of his national 'Magic Honey' Tour! Eli Wolfe Playing his own style of lounge/swamp/folk-blues, Eli Wolfe is touring in support of his latest recording 'My place in this world', with a pre-release EP available at all shows.

The Maton endorsed singer songwriter has played 30 shows in NSW, VIC and SA in the last three months, working songs live for an upcoming album.

It's an extension of playing his empathy-based songs on the couch at home and taking the stories they tell to people from all parts of the country.

Friday 10th July 2009

Studio (Sydney Opera House), Bennelong Point Rd, Sydney

The darling of the indy-pop and jazz worlds joined by her many famous and talented friends - sssssshhhhh!!!!!!! "Megan Washington is something of a rarity - a trained and talented musician inclined toward exploring something deeper." - Rolling StoneShe's Australian

Jazz Vocalist of the year and the darling of the indie pop world at the same time!

She's fun, quirky, sensitive and musically adventurous - with a severe case of multiple-personality disorder of the artistic kind.

Whether it's collaborating with everyone from Paul Grabowski to Ben Lee to Old Man River, fronting The Bamboos or the eponymous Washington, Megan's eclectic career selections mark her out as a true and fearless artist to watch out for.

Her captivating stage presence was honed touring with the likes of Camille and Tim Finn, leading to spontaneous collaborations with Woody Allen's band in New York and composer Bernard Sasetti in Lisbon.

But whatever she is, or whatever you think she is, there's something about her that t

Friday 26th June 2009

The Del Plaza, Southport

LOREN As a solo artist and with his three piece backing band 'The True Believers', Carus Thompson has sold over 30,000 CDs independently, supported luminaries such as Dave Matthews, Damien Rice, Jack Johnson, John Butler and The Waifs and been a regular at many of the major festivals.

Having toured the world for the last ten years, Carus continues to garner substantial followings in the U.K, Germany, France and Australia. Carus' latest album "Creature Of Habit", his most acclaimed offering to date, sees him leave The True Believers behind, setting out to make a record resting on one foundation - the strength of his song writing. Produced by Greg Arnold and mixed in Nashville by Brad Jones (Josh Rouse, Bob Evans), "Creature Of Habit" reviews have been stellar worldwide:

"A fine release from an impressive Australian talent, 4 Stars"

Rave Mag, AUS

"4 Stars"

Babysue.com, Tennessee, USA

"A sterling slice of folk rock"

Irish World, UK

"His is a class act, A+"

Adelaide Independent, AUS

"on

Sunday, 28th June 2009

Republic Bar & Cafe, 299 Elizabeth St, North Hobart

With the award of a Victoria Rocks Touring Grant having propelled her around Australia on national tour, Rosie Burgess has firmly secured a place for herself and her unique brand of urban folkroots music, in the Australian music scene. Playing straight from the heart, Burgess consistently shows us why she is being called one of our countrys best rising stars Coastfest 2008, NSW.

The release of her album, Humble Pie [MGM/PSR], last year saw Burgesss music hit the national stage, and with radio showing great support for the album, especially Triple J, it has been an exciting time for this passionate musician. With her highly anticipated, brand new studio album due out in October 2008 [MGM/ PSR], Burgess is set to raise the bar again.

"When you have heard Rosie perform, youre sure to be tongue-tied trying to tell people how good she is... " says Dave Ritter, organiser of the Bruthen Festival of Blues and Arts. At festivals and major venues across Australia, Burgess has had the pleasure of playing along side