LIVE WIRE – Sydney Live Music Guide April 10th
Image: Devendra Banhart
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard: With a tongue-twisting band name, these Melburnian kids have been churning out tunes with no sign of halting. After releasing their album Float Along – Fill Your Lungs last year, they’ve since released an ode to Australia’s most iconic condiment (Vegemite) and released their latest album Oddments to rave reviews. This show will be a chance to let their fuzzy rock vibes envelope you and see seven dudes crammed onto one stage, rocking their socks off.
Thu, Apr 10th, The Roller Den, Erskinville.
John Butler Trio: This band needs no introduction to the Australian music scene. From those early busking days in the depths of Freemantle to numerous accolades over ten years of consistency; John Butler and his blues finesse has won the hearts of many. It’s as if the numerous line-up changes of the trio are irrelevant. Their February release Flesh & Blood is the work of different hands, yet ultimately a reflection of Butler’s vision.
Fri, Apr 11th, Hordern Pavillion, The Entertainment Quarter.
J-Boog: Tapping into his Pacific Island roots, a unique combination of traditional reggae elements fused with his own unique twist, has proved a successful formula. It sparked one of his biggest and most loved tunes, the sun-soaked doozie that is Let’s Do It Again and provided him the opportunity to work with artists such as George ‘Fiji’ Veikoso and Morgan Heritage. It’s clear that J-Boog is on the rise and this is a chance to see him, accompanied by a full band, before people start catching on.
Sat, Apr 12th, Enmore Theatre.
Allen Stone: He’s been likened to soul legends such as Stevie Wonder and Prince, with tunes that have an air of genuine passion sparked from his early exposure to gospel music. Since securing his first television appearance on Conan thanks to his YouTube clip Live From His Mother’s Living Room, he’s been given the spotlight on many an American broadcast. Tonight in an undoubtedly Australian setting, audiences will be able to hear such hits as Unaware and Sleep from his self-titled album.
Sun, Apr 13th, The Metro, George St.
Dave Matthews Band: Grassroots from the U.S. of A., this band have kept their fantastic machine well-oiled for over 20 years in a world of one-hit wonders. Eight studio albums and a few Grammy awards along the way, the band are consistent tourers, showcasing their legendary onstage improvisation. This tour will be in support of their latest release Away From The World, their 2012 release and a Billboard chart-topping scorcher.
Tue, Apr 15th, Qantas Credit Union Area, Haymarket.
Devendra Banhart: An artist that has an undeniable depth in his songwriting. Banhart has enjoyed an extensive career of eight studio albums and well-known singles. It’s thanks to him that songs such as Lover and I Feel Just Like A Child are forever etched into the musical consciousness, and rightfully so, with the funky tones and his coarse vocals adding a layer of pure sing-a-long gold. (CD)
Wed, Apr 16th, The Factory Theatre, Marrickville.
