LIVE WIRE – Sydney Live Music Guide April 3rd
Image: Elizabeth Rose
Kylesa: Their home state seems to be consistently spitting out class metal acts and these guys are no exception. For over ten years, this quintet from Georgia has been constantly redeveloping their sound to encapsulate the many points in their career. With six album releases since their inception, including last year’s revered effort Ultraviolet – which was described as the group’s “truest expression of the wildly varying nature of the band’s personality thus far” – they won’t be walking away from their sludge-encrusted stage any time soon.
Thu, Apr 3rd, Hi-Fi Sydney, Entertainment Quarter.
Hunters & Collectors: It’s no wonder that fans have been getting a little restless lately. This Melburnian seven-piece have rocked stages across the country with the legendary ‘Boss’ Bruce Springsteen, and performed at the AFL Grand Final for lovers of the oval ball to witness. However, the release of the latest tribute album featuring Birds of Tokyo and Paul Kelly can only mean that these guys are borderline Aussie music royalty. Despite all of this, devotees of ‘The Hunnas’ shall await with bated breathe for the whisper of new material.
Fri, Apr 4th, Enmore Theatre.
Elizabeth Rose: Injecting some much needed pop and R ‘n’ B-infused electronica into the local music scene, this tour will be a great chance to prove that this Sydney singer-songwriter and DJ sounds as delectable live as she does on the airwaves. Releasing her self-titled EP over two months ago, Rose has generated a following so vast that a sold out show has already prevailed on this national tour. Joining her will be fellow Sydney duo and beat-masters Fishing, as well as Canberra’s SAFIA.
Sat, Apr 5th, Oxford Art Factory, Darlinghurst.
Rock n Roll & Alternative Market: Dosh AND decibels? Be still our quivering purses! With a plethora of stallholders providing the goods, including clothing, vinyl records, posters, DVDs, tattoo art, comics and, yes believe it, more; there will also be some tasty tunes for the ears. Perth dudes Rusty & the Dragstrip Trio will be spilling out 1950s-esque gems. Joining them will be Los Tones, The Johnny Casino Three, Lucky Luke and His Shooting Stars, DJs Limpin’ Jimmy and the Swingin’ Kitten and Rod Almighty to name just a few.
Sun, Apr 6th, Manning Bar, Camperdown.
Mike Nock & Laurence Pike: It’s sure to be a mesh of eclectic sounds and compositions from this daring duo and this will be their debut with the jazz enthusiasts Jazzgroove. Following on from their 2012 album Kindred, it seems that the sounds coming from pianist Nock and enthusiastic drummer Pike will be leaning towards the electronic bend. Both with their fair share of past notoriety in the music world, together they will be joined by local musicians The Joel Jenkins Trio, who will also provide their own collection of originals and re-vamped covers.
Tues, Apr 8th, Foundry616, Ultimo.
Joseph Tawadros Trio: Rumour has it that this virtuoso will be releasing another sure-to-be revered album in the not so distant future, further fuelling those who know of his talent to get down to Cleveland Street on this night. His last album Chameleons of the White Shadow was the perfect landscape to encapsulate his signature blend of jazz and classical music with his sensational oud skills. Joining him onstage for this singular show will be James Tawadros on Rek and Matt McMahon on piano. (CD)
Wed, Apr 9th, Venue505, Surry Hills.
