LIVE WIRE – Sydney Live Music Guide January 9th
Image: Nova Heart
James Vincent McMorrow: Ireland born and bred, McMorrow’s 2012 adventure to our shores was met with a degree of warmth and appreciation. Two years later he’s set to do it all again with another live indulgence into his successful release Early in the Morning. With a certified number one album in his homeland, this visit could come with a little twist. His next release has been dubbed for January 10th, so where better to hear snippets of what’s to come than at this intimate gig?
Thu, Jan 9th, Metro Theatre, George St
The Angels: They inspired generations of rock royalty, now these masters will show their finesse in one of the most anticipated Aussie rock shows. Proving that death and disease cannot smite them, the band consisting of John, Sam and Rick Brewster, Dave Gleeson and Nick Norton will be resurrecting the beast with their latest release Talk the Talk. It follows on from their 2012 doozy Take it to the Streets which saw the introduction of Screaming Jets stalwart Gleeson to the fold. A band with an undeniable history, they have received a new lease on life.
Fri, Jan 10th, Bridge Hotel, Rozelle
Blessthefall: Last year marked ten solid years of fearless metal extravagance and solid albums from these five Arizona natives and it doesn’t look like they are stopping anytime soon! Their August release Hollow Bodies reached number 15 on the Billboard 200 Album Charts showing that the ‘music of the devil’ cannot be silenced. It seems as though they are unstoppable, playing big name festivals such as Vans Warped Tour and proving once again that replacing original members doesn’t always signify the end.
Sat, Jan 11th, The Annandale Hotel
Amanda Palmer: Glam rock goddess in her own right, Palmer has had fiery success as one half of legendary music outfit The Dresden Dolls. She’s had her fair share of controversies, including playing completely nude in protest to the UK’s Daily Mail tabloid, yet it all just adds to her appeal. Punk rock and cabaret are the buzzwords for this show in the annual Sydney Festival, which will see her strut her punkish aura around the makeshift stage in a performance brimming with sass and raw energy.
Sun, Jan 12th, The Spiegeltent, Hyde Park
Chris Thile: Following on from Palmer’s raucous presence, Chris Thile will provide a stark contrast at his Sydney Festival gig. An accomplished mandolin player and vocalist, his latest recording Bach Sonatas & Partitas Vol. 1 will be the feature for his performance, providing skilled musical magic through our city’s organic centre. He was recently awarded a MacArthur Fellowship as well as accumulating a Grammy award for his work The Goat Rodeo Sessions. His talent is undeniable.
Tue, Jan 14th, The Spiegeltent, Hyde Park
Nova Heart: Think Debbie Harry’s stellar vocals crossed with the musical ambience and sound of Depeche Mode. This is what encapsulates China’s latest electronic export. Helen Feng drives this new project, combining unnatural sounds with killer beat and deadpan vocals that make their debut EP Beautiful Boys an entrancing entity. They have three shows planned for Sydney. Get down there. (CD)
Wed, Jan 15th, Bondi Beach Road Hotel
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