LIVE WIRE – Sydney Live Music Guide November 14th
Image: Love Over Gold
Love Over Gold: The combination of these two talented musicians resulted in one of the most enchanting albums of the year, but their solo work must not be forgotten. Pieta Brown holds an abundance of talented touring companions under her belt as well as an award for solo release Mercury as the number one folk album of 2012 by Roots Music Radio Report. Her partner in folk crime Lucie Thorne has seen success in the form of a short listing for the Australian Music Prize as well as receiving album of the year from the Sydney Morning Herald. Bask in the majesty of a talented duo and their soaring harmonies.
Thu, Nov 14th, The Basement
David Bridie Live: In an intimate setting in Marrickville, David Bridie will unleash his lyrical wit and knack for composing onto his audience in celebration of latest single You’re No Flower from his most recent album Wake. Descriptions from critics have dubbed him a performer of intelligence, with his creative musical flow showcasing a sound that, according the The Australian, is “powerful and deeply disturbing”. Expect to hear some gems from this most recent collection, as well as a selection of treasures from his musical history.
Fri, Nov 15th, Camelot Lounge Marrickville
John Leigh Calder Quartet: A night of jazz from some of the most professional hands in the business. New Zealand-born John Leigh Calder has made a name for himself after receiving the prestigious Record of the Week from the BBC radio, as well as the Power Play of The Month from radio Luxeburg. He is joined on stage by musicians of equal valour, including pianist and keyboard player Aaron Blakey arriving back from a long-haul in Japan and New York, Hamish Stuart on drums, and Sax-man Dave Glyde whose recording run-in with The Beatles and tour with Little Richard has cemented him as a living legend.
Sat, Nov 16th, Beauchamp Hotel – The Velvet Room
Joseph Tawadros Quartet: A show that will ooze emotion, this night is a memorial like no other. Angel is the name of the show that will encourage nostalgia of the beautiful kind, as Tawadros and his biological and musical brother pay homage to their loving parents Nabil and Rose who both passed away recently. Tawadros, backed by his brother, will display his skills of the oud with heart and pure soul. A magical night, not to be missed.
Wed, Nov 20th, Venue 505
Steven Tonge: He’s a covers performer with a long history of hard-work and perseverance, so those who hold a dislike for covers artists will find an incredible exception to Steven Tonge. Working as a freelance musician all over the world since 1992, Tonge was a part of Shannon Noll’s touring band for years until he broke away and made his own path. Since then, Tonge has been a producer and a film score composer, creating the sound for 1998 Aussie comedy Murrabina. His repertoire boasts big names such as John Mayer, Aretha Franklin, Van Morrison and The Beatles. (CD)
Tue, Nov 19th, Observer Hotel, The Rocks
