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Live Reviews with Lyndon Blue
PROJECT MAYHEM ALBUM LAUNCH CARNIVALÉ @ AMPLIFIER BAR, SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7
In 1687, Sir Eyesack Neutron (who, despite living before Google and being walloped on the head with fruit, was still smarter than you) invented the very popular rule that ‘for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.’ In other words, when Britney Spears unleashed her cash-oozing, greasy PVC Circus on Perth, it was inevitable that the town’s plucky punk populace would rise to the occasion with a circus spectacle of their own.
Following top-hatted, dark-cloaked ringmaster Laith Tyranny through the alleyway tent-flaps and into its dimly lit carnival maze, I first passed a freak show under a sign reading THE FAIM PROJECT. Unable to look away, I gazed in awe; a mysterious moniker presaged a yet more puzzling act, thoroughly hard to place. Their winding artful arrangements, mosaics of heavy punk and pop shards, were too cebebral, and their towering mohawks and neo-victorian garb too finely primped, to recall ‘punk’ in terms of nonchalant, snotty, 3-chord rampage. And yet, their resolute hook-hammering, sweaty aura and commitment to frenetic, madcap performance continually brought that word to mind. The sound is probably best encapsulated by one of the band’s own self-descriptions, “Adolescents Vs. Andrew Lloyd Webber” – a punkful broadway musical crowned by the theatrics of
fetching frontman Noah Scape, who flings himself about the stage like he was injected with the blood of Adam Ant and launched from a candy-cane cannon.
Ringmaster Tyranny soon announced the awe-inspiring bird-of-prey display, the ravenous flesh-feaster, the BLACK BUZZARD. These vultures didn’t circle for long before descending remorselessly on a pile of raw, festering RIFFS. I try to avoid the term ‘rock’ because since its inception it has grown into such a vast web of heterogeneous offshoots as to render the word meaningless. But hell, Black Buzzard, from the tattoos to the Lemmy handlebars to the thundering blues hurtle, are just pure fucking ROCK - with zero fancy garnish – which often equates to boredom, but here it’s riotous fun.
Riotious fun too was the ensuing inter-band entertainment – with ‘The Badpiper’ Cam McCazie bewildering the courtyard with his flame-thrower bagpipes (that’s not figurative, they blasted jets of fucking fire) and Matty Blade’s devilish legerdemain and sword swallowing. No less impressive were THE FLOORS, that trio of circus strongmen, who are simply incapable of delivering a half-arsed set; despite having already played at the Northbridge Festival that evening, they exuded a herculean swagger and clobbered you in the snout with their extreme blues assault, rougher than sandpaper, tighter than lycra, fiercer and louder than a league of livid lions.
Spearheading the Unspearsy Circus of course were PROJECT MAYHEM, on account of their having finished off a brand spanking new long-player, and the Ringmaster introduced them with a booming roar. Tumbling through the Ramonesy flaming hoop of ‘Boom Town Rocks’ the impact was immediate, the hooks urgent and irresistible. In a sense Project Mayhem are torn between a back-to-basics crusty DIY aesthetic and classic rock-star extravagance, though they walk this trapeze very well; importantly by never taking either too seriously, but remaining wholly earnest in the totality. The rowdy, buoyant pop tunes are underpinned by plenty of politics too, and it’s strangely refreshing to hear a band actually give a shit, as in ‘Filter This’ - a vitriolic rage against projected internet censorship. Beaming frontman Benny Mayhem’s shirt was inevitably discarded, and a
cameo by The Typhoons’ Brian Kruger on ferocious fiddle sealed the spectacle, before another few bolts of lightning-blast riffery from the Mayhem gang cued the Carnivalé’s finale. It’s safe to say that if this set didn’t get a toe tapping at the very least, you’re quite certainly dead; and even then it’s no excuse, for I’m sure I heard Sir Neutron himself bellowing along to the chorus of ‘Ronald Andrew Taylor’… “Toniiiiiiiiiite! Alriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiite!”
 
Steady Eye with Tahlia Palmer
Tahlia is currently preparing a survey based story on Ben Lee which poses the question 'Ben, why are you popular?'. Be prepared to have a giggle at this next week!
Majorminor
Oye! This is a super dooper big deal!
Saturday, November 28 at Mojos Bar the inaugrual Majorminor Festival shall be held! Running from midday the art rock indie rock festival of established and emerging artists includes bands, DJs, projectionists and BBQ during the day and night. Bands playing are Pond, French Rockets, Injured Ninja, Jimmy Stewart, Chatesy LaRouge, Carbuncle, Turn, the Silents, Rabbit Island, Pex and Craig McElhinney. DJs include Gemma Pike, Traianos, Andrew Sinclaire and Tamya Desouza-Mealy
. Paul Kaminski will be projecting walls with exclusive visuals. Tickets for this show will only be available on the day at the door. Entry is $12 from 1pm show runs till 1am!
Shooting from the hip
Friday, November 20, the Love Junkies, Blow, the Joe Kings, The Growl, Blackboard Minds and Oh! you pretty things play Mojos. With that much young talent in the place we're gunna be lucky if an orgy doesn't break out. Entry is $8 on the door from 6pm.
Threateningly good times!
Tijuana Cartel play Mojos
Sunday, November 22, Tijuana Cartel play their favourite Freo venue Mojos Bar! These guys always make a rhythmic frenzy amongst their smitten fans and this show starting at 6pm thru till 10 will be no exception!
Felicity Groom at the Nork soon!
Friday, November 27, Felicity Groom and the Black Black Smoke play the Norfolk Basement! Also playing are the Growl and Jimmy Stewart!
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Little Creatures Loft
This Friday, November 13, while at the Little Creatures Loft enjoying all the little things that make the venue such a big success catch Oliver Mann - with his band on tour from Melbourne. Special guests at this show are Benedict Moleta four piece and Lyndon Blue. Entry to this show is $8 from 8pm.
This Sunday, November 15, while at the Little Creatures Loft enjoying all the little things that make the venue such a big success catch Pikelet (Vic) Supports include Rabbit Island, Felicity Groom and Erasers from 7pm. Entry to this show is $8 from 8pm.
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Entry Level
free range 339 Wellington St Perth
Friday, 13 November till Sunday, 22 November
Ben Waters and Nick Mahony present Entry Level, a collaborative installation, displaying a showroom of retro refuse and contemporary refusal. Based on their shared interest in a critique of museology and the mechanics of art exhibitions Entry Level showcases found entry objects, framing conventions and aspirational texts to produce critical images of ideals and lust.
The exhibition opens 6pm on 13 November 2009. Entry Level is showing at the Free Range Gallery, 339 Wellington St, Perth. Gallery open Saturday 14 November and Sunday 15 November, Friday 20 November to Sunday 22 November, between 2pm and 6pm.
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Hussle Hussle at Mojos Bar
Friday November 13, Hussle Hussle presents another mad club night at Mojos Bar. Special guest Total Knowledge is one of the best fidget producers in Perth and will not be slept on for much longer. Also playing Future Sounds, one of the most exciting new reggae sound systems in Perth, have just returned from Jamaica and have massive swag of new dubs. Rae will drop pacific hip hop directions. Residents Rythm Infinit and Simo T will slam it big time. Entry is free before 9pm and $10/$8 concession from 9pm.
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Free All Ages Show at 78's
78 Records - 914 Hay Street Perth
Friday, 13 November
For more info check out the Facebook
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I Am Still In Yesterday's Clothes #5 Launch
Coastal Shelf, 8 Pier Street
Friday, 13 November
All the details are on the Facebook
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Afrodisia at Mojos Bar
Saturday, November 14, the Afrodisia night returns to Mojos Bar. The Askari Afrobeat Orchestra will perform two gigantic rhythm fueled sets and DJ Charlie Bucket will make a party with his records. New feature to the night, Etheopian Artifacts cafe, will be serving BBQ to enrich this already authentic evening! Entry is only $10 from 8pm. Get down early before it sells out!
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Norfolk Lanes Youth Festival!
Norfolk Lane and X-Wray Courtyard, Fremantle
Saturday, 14 November
Full line-up here
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Holdfast Tattoo Art Exhibition
Mixtape Gallery, 464 William Street
Saturday, 14 November
All the rad artists at Holdfast Tattoo have put together a selection of tattoo related and other art for ur viewing pleasurrrrre! Come down, have a drink and a chat and grab yourself a piece of awesome original artwork. After party at 399 bar.
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Perth Salsa Expo
Fly By Night
Saturday, 14 November
Perth Salsa Expo showcases Perths Salsa schools most talented dancers for one night only.
This is a great opportunity for all the salsa schools, thier students and salsa enthusiasts to come and party together under one roof.
Free salsa classes from 7-8pm.
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Counter Point
His Majesty's Theatre
Friday, 13 November till Saturday, 14 November
Next week STRUT is presenting an amazing program at His Majesty’s Theatre.
It is a once in a life time show with a stunning lineup of our local dancers and we want NO ONE to miss out in seeing!!
For all info head to the Facebook event page.
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Foals DJ Set
Amplifier Bar
Sunday, 15 November
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Tourist
United Galleries
Thursday, October 8 till Sunday, November 15
Photography Exhibition-more details on the facebook event page
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2009 Fremantle Festival STREET BHANGRA PARTY
Esplanade Reserve, Fremantle
Sunday, 15 November
Enjoy a bustle of energy and vibrancy bursting into venues and streets across Fremantle.
The Fremantle festival is a celebration of the unique, stimulating and colourful culture that enriches Fremantle and invites participation of all cultural, ethnic, arts and community groups.
The closing party for the Fremantle Festival has been entertained by Australia's most reputable Indian act BHANGROLOGY since 1999. A culmination of Bhangra, Bollywood & Western vibes - the closing party has been the highlight of the Fremantle Festival for the past decade.. Every year attracts a crowd in excess of 5000 people, and this year will be no exception.
Bhangra Party proudly brought to you by Maya Restaurant (Fremantle) & Bhangrology - more info www.bhangrology.com
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ECU PHO Grad Show
Spectrum 221 Beaufort St Northbridge
Friday, 6 November till Sunday, 15 November
This is the 3rd year grad show for photography.
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KIRKOS
City Farm (Behind Claisebrook Station)
Saturday, 14 November till Sunday, 15 November
Doors open at 6pm
Tickets at door
adults $15
concession $12
Directed by Jessica Smart, Talitha Rogers and Eloise Wigger
Featuring spectacular acrobatics, breathtaking aerials and astonishing object manipulations, KIRKOS is a circus show with a dark side, with a powerful, evocative narrative told through movement, music and fast-paced action.
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Arts Martial headline Mojos Bar
Sunday, November 15, Next Big Thing winners Arts Martial headline the Mojos Sunday. Supports include End Of Luca, The Revolvers and The Tumblers. Entry is free as it’s Blake from End of Luca’s birthday and he convinced all the band sto play for the cause of partying! Top job Blake! Doors open at 5pm
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Felicity Groom and the Black Black Smoke
The new shade of Groom the Felicity Groom quartet played the Quarry supporting Sarah Blasko last night, November 12. Sunday, November 15 catch Felicity Groom supporting Pikelet at Creatures Loft, this show kicks off at 7pm.
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The Moon Sundays
This Sunday, November 15, expelled from 18 primary schools in his youth for being too smart Andrew Weir performs at the Moon with his loop pedal from 8pm. His unruly melodic lecture will please all. Entry’s free!
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Perth Jazz Society @ the Charles Hotel
DENISE DALE - with the Garry Lee Trio and Mike Collinson (sax)
Monday 16 November 2009 @ 8:00pm
Admission: Members $10, Student members $5, Non-members $15
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Wide Open Mic Night at Mojos Bar
Monday, November 16, performing at Mojo's for the Wide open mic will be a bunch of ambitious cats who will simply rock up on the night. This night is hosted by Justin Walshe – 0408 755 233. Justin and the crew that run the night love all kinds of performances. So whether you’re the new George, Julian Clarey, Elton John or Chopper Reid your act is eagerly awaited! Here’s your or somebody you know(s) opportunity to perform live just call Justin. These nights kick off at 8PM with about four acts each hour till 12. Entry is free.
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Dome Sunset plus special guests play Mojos Bar!
Tuesday, November 17, Dome Sunset play Mojos Bar! Due to launch their new Joy EP in December these guys are ramping things up at Freo’s best live music room. Supports for this session are Rhapcity, Delta Force and DJ Silence. Entry is $5 from 8pm.
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The Fremantle Blues and Roots Club
Wednesday, November 18, the Fremantle Blues and Roots Club is at it again delivering some of the best blues and roots music Fremantle has to offer. This week catch Dutch/Aussie king of the blues Dutch Tilders with his all star band. Seth Lowe will support! Entry is $10 entry $5 for members from 8pm..
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The Bump VS The RADJs Round 2
Upstairs at Bar open
Wednesday, 18 November
Click here for more event details
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Decibel New Music Ensemble
Callaway Auditorium U.W.A.
Wednesday, November 18
Decibel new music ensemble present a selection of music that study acoustic phenomena and its effect on the human body: vibration, wave beats and other things that happen to the body when it shares space with sound.
Featuring works and reworkings of The Velvet Underground, Alvin Lucier, Laurie Anderson, John Cage, Hannah Clemen, Pauline Oliveros, Cat Hope, Ros Bandt, Rainer Linz and Lindsay Vickery. Tickets available at the door.
More info: decibel.waapamusic.com
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Going Solo
Wednesday, November 18, at the Moon the artists playing the Going Solo night will be Swoop Swoop, Seven Weapons and Alex Elberry. This week the artists will go on at 8pm. Entry to restaurants is always free!
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Fremantle Records at Mojos
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Check the facebook or this poster for details.
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Paper Cuts
The Roundhouse Theatre, WAAPA
Friday, 13 November till Thursday, 19 November
Don’t miss the first collaboration between Edith Cowan University’s School of Contemporary Arts and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
Paper Cuts is an original work created in collaboration between Perth’s hottest upcoming director Marisa Garreffa (completing a Master of Creative Arts at WAAPA) and the graduating students of ECU’s Contemporary Performance course.
Event Information:
Preview: Thursday 12th November 2009.
Opening Night: Friday 13th November 2009.
Season Runs 13th-19th November, 7.30pm.
Student Matinee Tuesday 17th November 2009, 2.00pm.
At the Roundhouse Theatre – WAAPA.
The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
ECU Mount Lawley Campus
2 Bradford Street
Mount Lawley
Perth, Western Australia 6050
Tickets through WAAPA Box Office.
Phone (08) 9370 6636
Box Office hours 9.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday.
(Closed between 12.30 and 1pm.)
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Cease launch!!
Hyde Park Hotel
Friday November 20
Cease have been regularly jamming their unique brand of improvised stoner drone around Perth for the past 5 years.
They were recently involved in a collaboration with filmmaker Ben Stewart which documented their explorations into the possibilities of disused public spaces and investigated the boundaries of free performance in Perth.
Earlier this year they recorded 40 minutes of hypnotising, heavy-kraut drone with the help of up-and-coming sound engineer Jay Brandner. Months have been spent meticulously mixing and remixing the album to create a structured composition of hauntingly dark, intense jams, with a calculated sound most fans will be unfamiliar with from the more commonly free and improvised cease performances. The visual artwork was a collaboration between Andrew Britton and David Egan.
The album will be launched on Friday, November 20 at the Hydey, with support from Gutter Guitar (Pex), Atolah and Giant Tortoise.
Doors open at 8pm. Entry is $15 and includes the $15 CD.
Badminton Bandit is excited to present cicada, the first full length album by cease.
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Shoting From the Hip
Friday, November 20 @ MOjos
the facebook!
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Umpire, 6s & 7s, smRts & Hang on St Christopher
Hyde Park Backroom
Friday, 20 November
Check out the Facebook event here
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Against the Beat
Saturday, November 21, @ Mojos
Against the beat a show to raise awareness for stoppng violence in relationships against women is taking place at Mojos Bar. Five of WA’s hottest female-fronted bands will be using their music to fight for women’s rights when they perform on the night.
Against the Beat will showcase Boom! Bap! Pow!, Miche Suite, The Belle Ends, Tree and Oh! You Pretty Things while raising awareness of Amnesty International’s Stop Violence Against Women Campaign. The gig is part of the 2009 ARTillery Youth Arts Festival which aims to educate and inspire young people to take action on human rights issues.
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The Ambassador From Everywhere 19
Hyde Park Hotel
Saturday, 21 November
More info?
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Fremantle Print Award 09
Fremantle Arts Centre
Friday, 25 September till Sunday, 22 November
Facebook info
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Abbe May and the Rockin Pnemonia
Plays Mojos Bar each Sunday in December!
Shit doll would ya look at that...
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Love of Diagrams
Play the Burlesque lounge and at Mojos Bar!
Sat Nov 28 - The Burlesque Lounge – Northbridge
w/ Astral Travel, Wind Waker, Frozen Ocean & Erasers
Sun Nov 29 - Mojos – North Fremantle
w/ Umpire, smRts & Craig McElhinney
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Bohemian Shorts
Bohemia Outdoor Cinema, Princess May Park, Fremantle, Australia
Wednesday, 16 September till Monday, 28 December
Facebook Event
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To Write Love On Her Arms Day
To Write Love on Her Arms is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide. TWLOHA exists to encourage, inform, inspire and also to invest directly into treatment and recovery.
Become a Fan on Facebook by clicking this link
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Independent exhibitions and bands are welcome to submit events to andrew@coolperthnights.com
If you are representing a festival, launch, tour or venue please forward your budget and plans to wetpaint@coolperthnights.com
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