If you like good drama, then see the Arthur Miller play “A View from the Bridge” at Lambton, presented by Newcastle Theatre Company.
A couple of events occurring over the weekend – Country Music Festival at Honeysuckle, Food, Wine and Jazz Festival in Port Stephens – great jazz lineups on Sat and Sun, nice day out but not sure of weather on Sat, Sun looks great.
Some festivals’ information below this year and for 2020. Patonga has Russell Morris this year!!!!!
Try these youtube links
very nice guitar solo of “Red House”
for guitarist fans – and Byron Fans – Joe Bonamassa, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Walter Trout (recorded earlier this year)
“Keep strong, if possible. In any case, keep cool. Have unlimited patience. Never corner an opponent and always assist him to save his face. Put yourself in his shoes – so as to see things through his eyes. Avoid self-righteousness like the devil – nothing is so self-binding”.
The quote is from book in 1960 “Deterrent or Defense” by british military analyst, reviewed by JFK.
WHAT’S ON WITH MUSIC
Thursday, 29 August
A NIGHT FOR THE SINGER – SONGWRITER
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Quill & Compass
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6:00 to 11:00 pm
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CREATIVE CREATURES OPEN MIC
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Lass O’Gowrie Hotel
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7:00 to 10:00 pm
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JAM
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The Wickham Park Hotel
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7:00 to 10:00 pm
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JAMES VAN COOPER
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The Stag & Hunter Hotel
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7:00 to 11:00 pm
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MEX CLUB - SMOKIN' ROSIE
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Mex Club Mayfield
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8:00 to 11:00 pm
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OTHRSHIP EP LAUNCH W/ TRUMAN SMITH AND JONO SMITH
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The Hamilton Station Hotel
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8:00 to 11:30 pm
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HERMAN'S HERMITS
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Belmont 16s
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8:30 to 10:30 pm
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Friday, 30 August
BUSTA THONG
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Ocean View Hotel Dudley
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7:30 to 10:30 pm
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LIVE AT 5 FEAT: TIM HARDING
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5 Sawyers
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5:00 to 7:00 pm
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GREG BRYCE
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Pippi’s at the Point
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5:30 to 8:30 pm
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BRIEN MCVERNON
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Duke of Wellington
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8:30 to 11:30 pm
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ANTHOLOGY
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Bero Bowlo
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8:00 to 11:00 pm
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MAGPIE DIARIES
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The Stag & Hunter Hotel
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8:00 to 11:30 pm
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VOGUE
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Honeysuckle Hotel
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8:00 to 11:00 pm
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ONE WORLD
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The Wickham Park Hotel
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8:30 to 12:00 am
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SHIVOO
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Bateau Bay Hotel
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8:30 to 11:30 pm
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A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
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Newcastle Theatre Company
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8:00 to 10:30 pm
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Saturday, 31 August
TASTES PORT STEPHENS - FOOD, WINE & JAZZ WEEKEND Tastes Port Stephens Food Wine & Jazz Festival
Saturday, 31 August until Sunday, 1 September
NEWCASTLE COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL Honeysuckle Hotel
Saturday, 31 August until Sunday, 1 September
12:00 to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 31 August until Sunday, 1 September
NEWCASTLE COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL Honeysuckle Hotel
Saturday, 31 August until Sunday, 1 September
12:00 to 5:00 pm
BEN SALTER: DASHVILLE NIGHTS
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Dashville
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8:00 am until 11:00 am
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BOB CORBETT & THE ROO GRASS TRIO AT HONEYSUCKLE
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Honeysuckle Hotel
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12:00 to 1:00 pm
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PAP AND THAT
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Nag’s Head Hotel
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8:00pm
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GREG BRYCE DUO
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Duke of Wellington
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8:30 to 11:30 pm
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PHONIC
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Queens Wharf Hotel
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8:00pm
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JONES THE CAT PRESENT 'CONTROL'
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Croatian Wickham Sports Club Co-op Ltd
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3:00 to 8:00 pm
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POP STANDEN & THE PRINCE OF PROMISES
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The Stag & Hunter Hotel
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7:00 to 11:30 pm
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HOT POTATO BAND - TASTES PORT STEPHENS FOOD, WINE & JAZZ WEEKEND
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Soldiers Point Bowling Club $30
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7:30 to 10:30 pm
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LEAVING JACKSON - THE JOHNNY CASH AND JUNE CARTER SHOW
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Civic Theatre Newcastle
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7:30 to 9:50 pm
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ROLLING STONED - THE ROLLING STONES SHOW
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Singleton Diggers
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7:30 to 10:30 pm
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7 WONDERS - FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE
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Pelican Rsl Club
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8:00 to 11:00 pm
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BAD PARIS
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Club Kotara
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8:00 to 11:00 pm
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BRIEN MCVERNON
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Toronto Workers Club
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8:00 to 11:30 pm
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SNAPE TRILOGY
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Belmont 16s
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8:30 to 11:30 pm
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DEF REPPLICA
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Jewells Tavern
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9:00 to 12:00 am
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MAMMA RHAPSODY! QUEEN VS ABBA TAKEOVER
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The Exchange
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9:00 to 3:00 am
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RON KNIGHT AND THE DAZE BAND
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The Wickham Park Hotel
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9:00 to 12:30 am
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SHIVOO
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The Belmore Hotel
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9:00 to 12:00 am
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THE YEARS
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The Wests Group
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9:30 to 12:30 am
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PRAHLAD
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Northern Star Hotel
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10:00 to 1:30 am
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A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
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Newcastle Theatre Company
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8:00 to 10:30 pm
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Sunday, 1 September
KATIE JAYNE AT NEWCASTLE COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
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Honeysuckle Hotel
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12:00 to 5:00 pm
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SUN DAY JAZZ JAM!
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Quill & Compass
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12:00 to 3:00 pm
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JOHN LARDER
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The Wickham Park Hotel
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1:30 to 5:00 pm
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LOKO
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Queens Wharf Hotel
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2:00pm
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PASSPORT TO AIRLIE
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The Stag & Hunter Hotel
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3:00 to 8:00 pm
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TAXIRIDE 'LIVE IN OUR LOUNGEROOM'
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Lizotte’s Newcastle
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6:00 to 11:00 pm
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THE BLUES BOMBERS
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The Wickham Park Hotel
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6:00 to 9:30 pm
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DEAN KYRWOOD
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Battlesticks Bar
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3:00pm
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IRISH SEISIUN
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Croatian Wickham Sports Club (every month
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4:00-9:30pm
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RATTLESNAKES
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Gallipoli Legion club
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3:00-6:00pm
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FISH FRY & POW WOW
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Grand Junction Hotel
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4:00pm
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CATFISH SOUP
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Kent Hotel
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8:30-11:30pm
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NEWCASTLE CITY FARMERS MARKET
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Newcastle Showground
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7:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Monday, 2 September
THE CASTLE - IN THE HOUSE SCREENING
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In The House – Cult Film Classics at Event Cinemas
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6:30 to 9:00 pm
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Tuesday, 3 September
JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE
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Lizotte’s Newcastle
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8:00 to 11:00 pm
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ORIGAMI
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The Underground (Grand Hotel)
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8:00pm
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Wednesday, 4 September
FOLK SESSION WITH JONO SMITH
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Quill & Compass
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5:30 to 10:30 pm
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TERENCE KOO!
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Star Hotel – Newcastle
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6:30 to 9:30 pm
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THE SCULLION SESSIONS
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The Stag & Hunter Hotel
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7:00 to 11:00 pm
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STILL GOT THE BLUES
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Coal and Cedar
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8:00 to 11:00 pm
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A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
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Newcastle Theatre Company
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8:00 to 10:30 pm
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*Shinnies Hotel is at 5 Lakeview St, Boolaroo.
BigLoveGoWild
Have you checked out the BigLoveGoWild site on Facebook from Nelle. Just like it to get news, views and tickets, as well as free ticket giveaways.
Some Local Art, et al
When on
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Title
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Gallery
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Address
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Opening Hrs
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Opening Fri 23 Aug 6pm
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The Space Between
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Back to Back Gallery
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Fri-Sun11-5
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Opening Fri 23 Aug 6pm
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Joanna & Warwick O’Toole
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Curve Gallery
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11am-4pm
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Opening Sat 31 Aug 2:30pm
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By the Good Grace
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The University Gallery
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Newcastle University
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W-F 10-5
Sat 12-4
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Opening Sat 31 Aug
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Raven Dances with Susan Ryman
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Art Systems Wickham
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Fri-Sun 11-4
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Until 31 Aug
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Riversong: 4 Seasons of the Rocky River
Jan Clark, textile artist
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Hunter Wetlands at Shortland (Timeless Textiles event)
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1 Wetlands Place, Shortland
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8am-6pm
$5 Entry
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Until 31 Aug
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“Gathering”
Ebony Bennett, Prue Sailer, Jessica Black, Tallulah Cunningham, Sarah Duncan, Zoe Lawrence
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CStudios
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W-Sat 11-4
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Until 1 Sep
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Fused
Media & Music
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Watt Space
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King & Auckland St Newcastle W
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W-Sun 11-5
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Until 1 Sep
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The Waiting Bird and other Rooftop Visitors
Cecily Grace
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Timeless Textiles
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W-Sat 10-4, Sun 10-2`
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Opening Sat 7 Sep
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Baroque-a-Coco – Jen Denzin, Bridie Watt, Joanne Back & Lyndal Campbell
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Creator Incubator
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Shed 15A/50 Clyde St, Hamilton Nth
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Th-Sun 12-5pm
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Opening Sat 14 Sep 4-6 / 2-6
Until…
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Explorations of the Infinate
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The Lockup
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W-Sat 10-4
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Opening Sat 14 Sep 4-6 / 2-6?
Until…
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Little Chick Launch
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Barbara Nanshe Studio
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1-3, 120 Hunter St, N’castle
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Opens Fri 4 Oct 6-8
Until 20 Oct
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Malcolm Sands
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Gallery 139 @ Newcastle Art Space
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91 Chinchen St Tighes Hill
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Th-Sun 12-4pm
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Until 6 Oct
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An Immeasurable Distance – Emma Fielden
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The Lockup
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90 Hunter St Newcastle E
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W-Sat 10-4
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Cessnock Regional Art Gallery
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16 Vincent St Cessnock
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Tu-Sun 10-4
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Coal & Cedar
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380-382 Hunter St,
Newcastle
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??
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Cooks Hill Galleries
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67 Bull St, Cooks Hill
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M, Fri-Sat 11a-6p
Sun 2p-6p
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Finite Gallery
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60 Caves Beach Rd, Caves Beach
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Lovett Gallery
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15 Laman St, Newcastle (above Library)
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Newcastle Art Gallery
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1 Laman st Newcastle
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T-Sun 10-5
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Studio 21
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21 Bennett St Hamilton
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10am-3pm
16,17, 23,24 Feb
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THE MOVIES
The Regal Cinema
The Regal Team is taking a break. ️
Closed last weekend of the month (31 August & 1 September).
FRIDAY 6 SEPTEMBER - & SUNDAY 8 SEPTEMBER
Fri 6 Sept at 7.30pm First Friday FUN Raiser: MY BIG GAY ITALIAN WEDDING(M) $20
Sat 7 Sept at 12 Midday WILD ROSE (M)
Sat 7 Sept at 3pm YESTERDAY (M)
Sat 7 Sept at 7.30pm PALM BEACH (M)
Sun 8 Sept at 12 Midday TOP END WEDDING (M)
Sun 8 Sept at 3pm COLETTE (M) Final Screening
Sun 8 Sept at 7pm ALL IS TRUE (M) Final Screening
Sat 7 Sept at 3pm YESTERDAY (M)
Sat 7 Sept at 7.30pm PALM BEACH (M)
Sun 8 Sept at 12 Midday TOP END WEDDING (M)
Sun 8 Sept at 3pm COLETTE (M) Final Screening
Sun 8 Sept at 7pm ALL IS TRUE (M) Final Screening
Email: book@regalcinema.org Website: www.regalcinema.org
Phone: 02 4951 7630 (24 hours, please leave message) Facebook: Regal Cinema
Regal Cinema, 4 Moore Street, Birmingham Gardens
Box Office opens & Complimentary Drinks 30 minutes before screening
Car Park with unlimited free weekend parking 1 minute walk from cinema
Phone: 02 4951 7630 (24 hours, please leave message) Facebook: Regal Cinema
Regal Cinema, 4 Moore Street, Birmingham Gardens
Box Office opens & Complimentary Drinks 30 minutes before screening
Car Park with unlimited free weekend parking 1 minute walk from cinema
Lake Cinema Newsletter
New Events:
Tastes Port Stephens Food, Wine and Jazz Weekend
Date: Saturday, 31st August and Sunday 1st September
Location: Nelson Bay within CBD, Apex Park and DÁlbora Marinas
Price: Free entry with drink tickets and food available to be purchased on the day.
Price: Free entry with drink tickets and food available to be purchased on the day.
The streets of Nelson Bay will be taken over by trumpets and saxophones at the Tastes Port Stephens food, wine and jazz weekend. The expanded program will present a wonderful array of jazz over the weekend from trad jazz to contemporary. To see a brass band like no other, don’t miss getting your ticket to see the 10-piece Hot Potato Band performing at the Soldiers Point Bowling Club on Saturday evening.
Learn how to prepare new dishes at the seafood cooking demonstrations, shuck an oyster or purchase a ticket on the Jazz Luncheon Cruise or Tasters Trail tour.
Its free entry so get your groove on with some hot jazz and stroll around the 70 stalls including 10 wineries, 2 breweries, gourmet provisions, food trucks and local eateries. Purchase your tasting glass and tickets, sit back and enjoy the festival.
HOT POTATO BAND I Saturday 31st August I Doors open 7.30pm I $30 per person online or $35 at the door. You can book your tickets online.
LIMITED UNALLOCATED SEATING
If you’re in the mood for some high energy music, with a bold and brassy sound then this is the festival event for you! Beginning as street performers this 10 piece brass band from Sydney's unique sound is built on the backs of three drummers and a sousaphone, along with an array of horns covering catchy chorus lines.
Hot Potato Band 7:30-10pm Saturday 31st August Soldiers Point Bowling Club
Saturday, August 31, 7:30pm | Nelson Bay
$30per person
Moonshadow-TQC JAZZ LUNCHEON CRUISE | Saturday 31st August | 11.45am to 2.30pm I $85 per person
Cruise the magnificent bay and enjoy a two-course buffet lunch with a selection of seafood dishes and live toe tapping jazz music by Eric Gibbons Jazz Band. You can BOOK your cruise online.
Please Note: This is a communal seated event. Group booking seating cannot be guaranteed.
*Dietary requirements must be advised at time of booking. EFTPOS available on board.
*Dietary requirements must be advised at time of booking. EFTPOS available on board.
TASTERS TRAIL I Saturday 31st August I 3.30 - 6.30pm I $59 per person
Team up with some friends for our Tasters Trail or make new friends along the way! This walking tour stops at four different venues around the CBD and Marina, sampling the finest fare at each stop. Your intrepid tour leader will guide you to each of the four venues, where you will enjoy a taster plate and accompanying beverage. You can book a 3.30 tour online here.
Free Live Jazz all Day on Three Stages
Sat 31st Aug 2019
Time
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Band
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Stage
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9:00am
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Port Stephens PCYC Concert Band – Upbeat jazz tunes
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Stockton St Stage
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9:30am
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Jude & The Dude – jazz standards & smooth tune
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Apex Park
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9:30am
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Pocket Jazz – classic jazz, six piece band
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Magnus St Stage
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9:45am
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Rehab Brass Band – New Orleans 2nd line jazz & funky jazz
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Stockton St Stage
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12:30pm
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Jugalug String Band – pre-western swing, 20s & 30s string & jug
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Magnus St Stage
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1:30pm
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The Djangologists – music inspired by Django Reinhardt
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Stockton St Stage
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1:30pm
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University of Newcastle Jazz Orchestra
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Apex Park
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2:30pm
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Queen Porter Stomp – old time New Orleans meets Jamaican ska
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Magnus St Stage
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2:45pm
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Hunter School of Performing Arts Jazz Band
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Apex Park
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Sun 1st Aug 2019
Time
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Band
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Stage
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9:15am
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The Tangled Souls – jazz soul singer
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Apex Park
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9:30am
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Half Nelson – 1920’s -1940’s jazz and blues
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Stockton St Stage
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9:30am
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Howard Ward Jazz Band – 4 piece Dixieland jazz band
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Magnus St Stage
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12:00pm
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Steph Russell Quartet – contemporary & traditional jazz
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Magnus St Stage
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12:30pm
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Megs & Josh Duo – jazz, blues, soul
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Apex Park
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12:45pm
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Fish Fry – jump jive jazz & R’n’B
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Stockton St Stage
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1:45pm
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Jude & the Dude – jazz standards & smooth tunes
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Apex Park
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2:00pm
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Footloose Band – a little bit jazz & a little bit rock’n’roll
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Magnus St Stage
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Newcastle Country Music Festival
Honeysuckle Hotel – Sat 31 Aug – Sun 1 Sep 2019
Get ready for the Newcastle Country Music Festival with a host of multi award winning artists taking to the stage...
Saturday 31 August
Bob Corbett & The Roo Grass Band
Catherine Britt
Viper Creek Band
Catherine Britt
Viper Creek Band
Sunday 1 September
Katie Jayne & Band
Karen Oshea
Lyn Bowtell & Band
Hurricane Fall
Karen Oshea
Lyn Bowtell & Band
Hurricane Fall
Cost: Two Day Pass – 12:00pm-5:00pm - $44.90; Single day – 12:00pm-5:00pm - $29.60 (tickets through oztix)
Surfing the Spectrum
Featuring The Ride-Ons, The Blues Bombers, JJ King
Sat 28 Sep, 4:00-11:30pm
Save the date and come and join us at The Wicko to raise funds for Surfing the Spectrum and help us get bring surfing to children with autism across 10 locations this summer!
The event is free and kicks off at 4pm with live music in the beer garden with JJ King followed by performances by The Blues Bombers and The Ride-On's in the evening.
There will be raffles and prizes on offer throughout the night and an auction prize we look forward to sharing with you all soon!
The afternoon in the garden will remain kid friendly so please feel free to bring your family along.
Lakeside Festival
First Sat Nov, the 2nd Nov
Music, food, craft beer, fine wine, art, family entertainment, you name it..
The Lakeside Festival is a brilliant not for profit event showcasing the Mid-Coast Region and Hinterlands, embracing the local communities of The Barrington Coast.
Perfectly located on the picturesque banks of Wallis Lake, overlooking the Forster-Tuncurry Bridge and crystal blue waters, patrons soak up the electric atmosphere at the Lakeside Festival and immerse themselves in everything that the Barrington Coast has to offer.
There's lots of different things happening at #LFEST19.
· Music festival
· Tasty gourmet food
· Licensed pop-up bar
· Exciting and unique markets
· Art Exhibition
· Kids’ activities
· Workshops
We invite you to celebrate with us everything we love about our region and more!
We invite you to celebrate with us everything we love about our region and more!
· Featuring three main sections of the festival:
· CREATE & GROW MARKET
The Lakeside Create & Grow Market has a condition of entry that all products sold or displayed must be locally grown, produced, handmade or upcycled.
No commercial or mass-produced products are sold at this event and stalls, vendors and performers are sourced from within the “100 miles of Forster-Tuncurry”. The Create & Grow market is a celebration of all the skilled artistic creatives in our region.
Concepts on offer at the Market for 2019:
· Over 40 stalls of local artists, crafters, farmers and producers.
· Lifestyle groups/providers information stalls.
· Workshops in health, art and crafts.
· Environmental & educational stalls, community information.
· Fundraising BBQ opportunity for local charity or community group.
· Live, local acoustic performer
· Children’s public playground, activities and entertainment
ART EXHIBITION
ART EXHIBITION
The 4th Lakeside Art Exhibition is moving to a new home. Partnering with the Great Lakes Art Society this outstanding exhibition and art sale will be held at the newly renovated Lake Street Gallery Forster.
The exhibition will run from 25th October to 10th November and is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
· Themed " Mountains to the Sea"
· Exhibition and Sale of art
LIVE MUSIC
Lakeside features an eclectic selection of both renowned and breakthrough artists. Nationally known, internationally touring and favorite local bands on a single intimate stage with a stunning lake view.
The music ranges from songs you remember through Latin grooves, swampy blues, and surf rock to high-energy, feel-good, folk.
The 2019 line-up features live music, from midday to 8 pm with the headlining Aussie music legends GANGgajang, the exciting Round Mountain Girls, Floyd Vincent and the Temple Dogs. Supported by our local acts: The Swamp Stompers and Forster- Tuncurry’s favorites The Big Fins.
Also featuring:
· Merchandise sales, raffles and prizes at Lakeside Event HQ.
· Gourmet food, craft beer & local wine.
· Fundraising opportunities for local Volunteer Associations.
· Children’s activities and entertainment.
Previous headlining artists have included: The Russell Morris Band. Bondi Cigars, The Mason Rack Band, Joe Camilleri and the Black Sorrows … and many more.
This is a family friendly and licensed event. FREE ENTRY for Kids 12yrs and under. Under 18’s must be in direct supervision of a parent or guardian at all times.
So come jam-pack your weekend with exciting entertainment the whole family can enjoy!
So come jam-pack your weekend with exciting entertainment the whole family can enjoy!
Wollombi at The Station | Sat 26 Oct
We're incredibly excited to share the Wollombi at The Station lineup & get some sweet value Early Bird tickets on sale for just $30 + BF through our friends at Humanitix.
To have the mighty Tijuana cartel closing this new adventure & a whole host of other great Wollombi artists on this lineup plus fresh faces in Highlife w Bassidi Kone, the Dave Orr Band & locals acts curated by Newcastle Music Collective in The Hamilton Alpine Club & Diplazar fills our music loving hearts with joy.
𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐩:
Tijuana cartel - Minnie Marks - Highlife w Bassidi Koné - Dave Orr Band - Declan Kelly Music (Trio) - The Ninth Chapter - Liam Gale & the Ponytails - The Hamilton Alpine Club - Diplazar - Georgie Jones
Early bird tickets are now available at just $30 + a small booking fee (limited to 500) which goes directly to Yalari to empower Indigenous kids through education.
It's an incredible bargain & alongside all the great music we'll have some awesome market stalls, food & a well stocked bar. La
Wollombi at The Station is a green festival & there will be 𝐍𝐎 single use plastic on site. All food will be served in recyclable or compostable materials including serving utensils.
We ask you to bring a refillable water bottle as we will have We-Refill on site throughout the event.
We'll have other groovy stuff too to make sure this is an event to remember & we look forward to seeing you in Newy on Saturday October 26.
Wollombi at The Station is a family friendly event & Kids 12 & Under are free but must be with parents.
Love the Wollombi crew 
N.B. Wollombi at The Station is a NO BYO alcohol or FOOD event. Bags will be checked upon arrival by our friendly security staff. We also have a zero single use plastic policy so you are encouraged to bring a reusable bottle to fill for water. Tickets are transferable person to person but there are NO refunds on purchase unless the festival is cancelled due to a 'force majeure'. /
The 18th Annual Patonga Blues Across The Bay
Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 9 AM – 6 PM
Tickets · $45 - $75
18 years and showing no sign of letting up !!! Australia's only – Ferry Only Access – Blues Festival, is still raging along
For those not already in the know – Patonga Blues starts with it’s renowned ferry ride to the shores of Broken Bay Sport And Recreation Centre. Once there, you can drop off your BYO picnic and chairs to the helpful Centre Staff, who will take your gear, while you enjoy a lovely 3 minute flat leisurely walk around to the festival site. If you need some assistance staff are more than willing to help and even offer a lift if necessary.
After a Welcome to Country, 3 bands will entertain you, while you eat and drink your own food, and perhaps even indulge in a bit of dancing, for an awesome and relaxed afternoon.
This year will see Russell "The Real Thing “Morris an Australian legend, International Blues legend Steve "West" Weston & without a doubt the best female acoustic guitarist in the land Minnie Marks,
50 years ago, Russell Morris became the first Australian artist to score consecutive number one singles with his first two releases. ‘The Real Thing’, which is one of the classic psychedelic singles of the 1960s, and ‘Part Three Into Paper Walls’ both reached the top spot on the ARIA Chart, and what followed was one of the most remarkable stories in contemporary Australian music.
In 2019, Russell Morris returns with his new album, Black And Blue Heart
Steve "West" Weston has a pretty solid claim to being London’s top harmonica man. His tone is extraordinary, as is his taste and style, and within his chosen field – old style Chicago/West Coast harp playing- he’s right up there with anyone in the world today.
Introduced to the piano at age 7 with a few boogie woogie classics, Weston quickly found a calling in music. Playing his preferred laid-back Chicago style American blues to the louder British blues. Steve Weston captures any audience with unique charisma be it as a performer within the band or it’s leader onstage. The last couple of years have seen West Weston touring extensively with Mud Morganfield [Son of Muddy Waters] and also top the album charts with Wilko Johnson and Roger Daltrey.
Today, Weston ranks among the very best harp players in the European blues world. His work on the harp is at once deep in the tradition of harmonica masters Sonny Boy Williamson 2 and Little Walter while at the same time pushing that tradition forward,
Joining him as his touring band is none other than "Tomcat Playground", delivering a high energy, swinging style of traditional blues reminiscent of an era of Saturday night Juke joints, back alley gambling haunts and jazz bars,
A four piece act, consisting guitarist PJ O’Brien, Bass player Mike Rix, Drummer Greg Clark and Harmonica player Dan Sullivan,expect some harp collaboration when this hits top gear !!
A four piece act, consisting guitarist PJ O’Brien, Bass player Mike Rix, Drummer Greg Clark and Harmonica player Dan Sullivan,expect some harp collaboration when this hits top gear !!
Minnie Marks is not just some blazingly electrified acoustic guitar playing freak of nature, but also a rare and triple threat: Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Be warned, her show will take you on a dizzying, riff rock rollercoaster ride with songs written over the past years of her musical journey around the world.��Touring a new album release recorded live in Germany, named ‘LIVE IN STUTTGART’ this bombshell explodes on stage pushing the limits of her guitar, vocals and performance, kicking arse and playing to packed out shows, leaving little doubt everybody is touting her as ‘the next big thing’.
With an insane talent that’s out of control playing what she calls dirty sweet rock & roll this young singer/songwriter/guitarist/
Be it a festival audience or a bar room packed like a can of Sardines, she DOES NOT disappoint.
With an insane talent that’s out of control playing what she calls dirty sweet rock & roll this young singer/songwriter/guitarist/
Be it a festival audience or a bar room packed like a can of Sardines, she DOES NOT disappoint.
This is a not-for-profit community event, and runs entirely on volunteers who do not get paid. Your ticket price includes the ferry trip, the bands, and venue hire. Any money raised goes back into the community. In the past we have funded ….
Furnishings (seats and tables) in the Patonga Pavillion (erected by Gosford City Council); installed bench seatings around the village and donated generously to worthwhile people and causes; Money has also been committed to improvements on the Patonga Progress hall including roof shelter on the Hall’s large deck.
Remember, this is a small festival and tickets are strictly limited, **THIS WILL SELL OUT WELL IN ADVANCE, SO GET IN QUICK TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT**
Port Fairy Folk Festival
6-9March 2020
We are delighted to unveil our first round of artists on the cusp of subscriber tickets going on sale. For the first time ever we are thrilled to welcome to the Festival from the USA The Blind Boys of Alabama and Patty Griffin, who we know will delight and mesmerise with their sheer magic. Making a welcome and awaited return are C.W. Stoneking, Eleanor McEvoy, John McCutcheon, The Maes and YolanDa Brown.
To top off this first announcement, we are so happy that the Find Your Voice All Abilities Choir will return to our stages in 2020 after receiving a swag of accolades in the past weeks, including the Victorian Disability Awards prestigious Minister’s Award for Outstanding Leadership as well as two highly commended awards for their work with people with disability in the Barwon South West region, as well as their show stopping performance on national TV which was an internet sensation.
The 2020 Festival will exemplify the great folk/roots traditions of many cultures, regions, communities and countries - from Ireland to Port Fairy, Johannesburg to New Orleans, Prince Edward Island to Northcote, Celtic to Bluegrass, Indigenous to Latin and glorious folk fusions. 2020 will once again be a splendid mix of brilliant music, great conversations, workshops, collaborations and surprises.
Without further ado over to you to discover the first round announcements and save the subscriber link https://www.trybooking.com/
Subscriber tickets on sale Monday 2 September at 12:01am.
To view ticket prices, please click here.
Further artists announced 2 September 2019.
ART EVENTS
New Events:
Art Systems Wickham
Raven Dances by Susan Ryman - Opening Sat Aug 31 from 2pm
The next exhibition at ASW is by Susan Ryman and is titled 'Raven Dances'. The shows opens on Saturday August 30 with celebratory drinks and meet the artist. This will be Ryman’s third solo exhibition at ASW.
‘Standing on a jetty looking towards land on a brilliant sunny spring morning, I noticed two ravens swooping and flying in a breathtaking dance all along the shoreline. Suddenly one completely disappeared, revealing itself to be an elusive shadow.
The works in Raven Dances all respond to my immediate surroundings, inviting contemplation about the fragile nature of existence. Refuse becomes beautiful dancing ghosts, harbingers of our cultural disregard for so many precious things, including our fellow humans.
Creator Incubator
Baroque-a-Coco
Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 5 PM – 8 PM
'Baroque-a-Coco' is an experiment. What happens when you combine four overtly decorative contemporary Australian artists Jen Denzin, Bridie Watt, Joanne Back and Lyndal Campbell and two of Western Art history's most elaborately ornamental art styles?
Come to this exhibition and find out! Discover all things 'baroque and rococo' alive and living in the heart of the Creator Incubator.
Opening Saturday September 7th 5-8pm
Exhibition viewing September 5th - 22nd Thur - Sun 12-5ppm
The University Gallery
BY THE GOOD GRACE
VICKI HAMILTON
28 AUGUST - 14 SEPTEMBER 2019
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE EXHIBITION OPENING AT THE UNIVERSITY GALLERY SATURDAY 31 AUGUST FROM 2:30PM
This PhD research is an investigation into the human-dog relationship, tracing the threads of understanding through philosophy and ancient ideas, to contemporary issues. The manipulation of both behaviours and the styles of dogs have been made by, and for, the benefit of humans over many centuries. The results of these societal ideas and values have also been reflected throughout the canon of art history, where artists have represented the status of these domesticated animals in the fashion of their time.
By the Good Grace explores the love, hate and indifference shown towards domesticated dogs historically. The broader aim of this research is to challenge people’s perceptions around the capacity of dogs to suffer when ill-treated, often as a result of dogs being purchased for fashion or illegal activities, rather than a deeper relationship.
Barbara Nanshe Studio
Shop 1-3 The City Arcade, 120 Hunter St entrance
Little Chick lauch event
Sat 14 Sep, 4-6pm or 2-4pm
Wine, speakers, music with Paris Grace Music
Free Event!
If you are interested in in the environment, personal development, womens empowerment, community, tools for change, ethical jewellery, networking, local music and like minded people.... this event is for you!
For the past 7 years Little Chick has donated $10 from every sale of the Environmentally Friendly Pendant Set to The Native Animal Trust Fund in the Hunter.
We have sold 70 Cameo and tag sets and so the event will include the presentation of the last cheque for $300 to The Native Animal Trust Fund. Thats a total of $700 to support their work with native animal rescue in the Hunter.
The Little Chick Event on 14th September this year will mark the 7 years that Little Chick has made a difference.
We have also pressed Little Chick Cameo edition number 99!
The 100th Edition Cameo, plus other prizes will be raffled to celebrate this milestone.
The funds raised will go to our next beneficiary- Trees In Newcastle.
Hope you can make it!
I will send you a reminder closer to the event.
Barbara Nanshe
The Rest:
IQ Talk
You're invited...
The Hunter is on the crest of a transition that will reshape the way that we live, interact and do business. Right now we have the perfect opportunity to build on the region’s natural competitive advantages, exploit its depth of research talent and leverage these ingredients to shape our region into one that can be renowned for its innovation and excellence.
This special edition of IQ Talk will feature a keynote presentation from Colin Kinner - big thinker and innovation change agent.
Date: Thursday 5 Sep
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Civic Theatre, 375 Hunter Street Newcastle
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Civic Theatre, 375 Hunter Street Newcastle
Significant progress has been made in recent times across smart city, innovation ecosystems, and city infrastructure. There is a tangible sense of momentum, but still plenty of work remaining to be done. We’ve learned a lot in the last three years and maybe we can ask some different questions now. iQ Talk will grasp this moment to reflect on progress and challenge our thinking.
Headlining this edition is Colin Kinner, founder of Startup Onramp, a training and mentoring program for first-time startup founders with a focus on regional Australia. He has been deeply involved in the national startup ecosystem over the last ten years - including as CEO of several incubators and accelerators, an early stage investor, mentor and expert on building startup ecosystems. Colin is also an experienced startup educator who has trained and coached hundreds of emerging entrepreneurs. He is passionate about helping startup founders to be successful and has been engaged to advise on startup best practice by a number of agencies, including Australia’s Chief Scientist who commissioned Colin to author a landmark report on entrepreneurship education in Australia. He is also Consulting Editor for The Entrepreneur’s Guide, a comprehensive guidebook for startups published by Caxton and backed by the ASX.
Colin will be joined for a panel discussion by an exciting group of thought leaders. This panel has in their sights some of the myths surrounding innovation ecosystems, the promise of smart cities, and Newcastle's seemingly inevitable future as a creative city.
Join us to get beyond the highlights reel as we tackle some hard questions.
5:30pm for 6pm sharp start.
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b-cubed at 48 Watt St
Beers, beats and burgers.
Free event organised by Cattleyard Brewing Co. Burgers from chef, Tony Harrison. Beats from Lex Deluxe, Madhouse DJs, Dan Phelan and DJ Jakesy Hustle.
Plus art installation by Sophia Flegg.
VENUES OR BAND GIGS
The Wicko
Fri August 30, 2019
One World
9:00pm - 12:30am One World
The talents of Mick O'Shea (Richie Sambora, Rose Tattoo), Mick Carter (Swanee), Wayne Smith (Black Feather) and one of the best session guitarists around Phil Knight, come together to form One World! Three decades of pure, unadulterated rock will blow your mind!
Sat August 31, 2019
Ron Knight & The Daze Band
1:30pm - 5:00pm
9:00pm - 12:30am Ron Knight & The Daze Band
Ron Knight and the Daze Band is an explosion of musical genius – headed up by the one and only Ron Knight – the Sir of Soul & Rock’n’Roll – Ron became part of Australia’s heartbeat from his wins on Star Search Australia on the Channel 9 Television Network and since then Ron has worked internationally in Major Casino & Hotels around the world and has now returned from Las Vegas to Australia to re-form his band in which he was always able to show his immense vocal ability with.
Sun September 01, 2019
The Blues Bombers
1:30pm - 5:00pm John Larder
Come and relax with John Larder in the Beer Garden.
6:00pm - 9:30pm The Blues Bombers
Rhythm and Blues band from Newcastle NSW Aus.
Est:2003
Est:2003
Wed September 04, 2019
Big Riles & MC Sabby D Show
8:15pm - 10:00pm Big Riles & MC Sabby D Show
Put your dancing shoes ready the boys are back playing the first Wednesday of the month here at The Wicko.
Sat September 07, 2019
Yes Commissioner
5:00pm - 8:00pm Holly Mae
8:30pm - 12:00am Yes Commissioner
Yes Commissioner return with their New Wave 70's & 80's classics. Get the phone Alfred!
Sun September 08, 2019
Floyd Vincent & The Temple Dogs
1:30pm - 5:00pm Greg Bryce
6:00pm - 9:30pm Floyd Vincent & The Temple Dogs
From the age of ten when he first picked up the classical guitar through to his first professional band at the age of fourteen Floyd has been totally immersed in the world of music and performance. Over the years he has largely by-passed musical trends and fads preferring to follow his own muse and lead one of Australia’s most unique and enduring party bands as they record and tour both here and overseas.
Fri September 13, 2019
Blackest Sabbath
9:00pm - 12:30pm Blackest Sabbath
A tribute to the kings of metal. supported by Bats Head Soup
Sat September 14, 2019
Spy V Spy
5:00pm - 8:00pm Knight Moves
8:30pm - 12:30am Spy V Spy
Sun September 15, 2019
The Schtickmen
1:30pm - 5:00pm Mark Wood
Catch Mark in the Beer Garden!
6:00pm - 9:30pm The Schtick Men
The Schtick Men are here at the Wicko once again! Don't miss out. Come on down and have a boogie!
Fri September 20, 2019
DV8
9:00pm - 12:00am DV8
An original band of hard-driving, no frills blues-rockers who released 4 charting albums and singles during the eighties when they "ruled the local rock scene."
Sun September 22, 2019
The Jungle Kings
6:00pm - 9:30pm The Jungle Kings
Come down and dance with The Jungle Kings in the Music Bar!
Fri September 27, 2019
Soundscape
9:00pm - 12:30am Soundscape
Soundscape is a high energy trio consisting of bass, drums and guitar with great vocals and stage presence catering for music aficionados and music lovers alike.
With a mix of classic guitar rock, hits from the 70’s and 80’s and a few funky hits from today, Soundscape are guaranteed to have the dance floor pumping.
Sat September 28, 2019
The Ride Ons + The Blues Bombers
5:00pm - 8:00pm JJ King
9:00pm - 12:30am The Ride Ons + The Blues Bombers
HEY HO LETS GO.
YES THATS RIGHT FOLKS THE RIDE ONS AND THE CRAW ARE BACK AT THE WICKO READY TO SHAKE THE FOUNDATIONS ON SATURDAY THE 1ST OF DECEMBER. SO COME ON DOWN OR COME ON IN JUST AS LONG AS YOU SHAKE YOUR THING.
YES THATS RIGHT FOLKS THE RIDE ONS AND THE CRAW ARE BACK AT THE WICKO READY TO SHAKE THE FOUNDATIONS ON SATURDAY THE 1ST OF DECEMBER. SO COME ON DOWN OR COME ON IN JUST AS LONG AS YOU SHAKE YOUR THING.
Sun September 29, 2019
The Years
1:30pm - 5:00pm Madelyn
6:00pm - 9:30am The Years
Welcome toThe Years, a six-piece rock band dedicated to playing only the best rock hits from the 70s, '80s and '90s. Made up of ex-Baron members Leo Della Grotta, Lelio Rossi, Tony Rossi and Rick Di Mecola, lead singer Crystel Young, and accomplished musician Ben Pettett.
NIMA presents Tuesday Night Jazz
And Improvised Music
Grand Hotel Underground, cnr Bolton and Church Sts
Doors open 7:30pm
Full $20 / Concession $15 / Members $10
Tue 3 September
Origami
Tue 17 September
Lachy Hamilton Quartet
Lachy Hamilton - Saxophone
Thomas Avgenicos - Trumpet
Thomas Botting - Bass
Tim Geldens - Drums
Tue 24 September
Band of Colours
Tue 1 October
Cope Street Parade
Justin Fermino - Saxophones/Voice
Aaron Flower - Guitar/Voice
Ben Panucci - Guitar/Voice
Sam Dobson - Double Bass/Voice
Aaron Flower - Guitar/Voice
Ben Panucci - Guitar/Voice
Sam Dobson - Double Bass/Voice
Stag and Hunter Hotel
Thursday, 29 August 2019 7:00 pm
James Van Cooper
James Van Cooper is an Australian. He’s young, stylish and cool. He summons the sounds of Alt/Country Rock with catchy hooks and twangy guitars. He’s a man for those that like their country gnarly and epic as well as nuanced and intimate. James’ is a slick flamboyant performer and a heartfelt songwriter, he’s renowned as a wild and complete guitarist who can leave an audience in smoking ruins.
James as a teenager cut his teeth musically playing hard and fast on the local rock and metal circuit in his hometown of Sydney, Australia. In his late teens, he struggled with the demon drink and by 20 years old JVC won his hard-earned sobriety. This road to enlightenment was , in part, harnessed to inspire James’ debut EP released in early 2017 , “Highrise Skyline” . The making of this EP was fostered under the tutelage of Australian Country Music icon Bill Chambers. James and Bill met through a chance meeting and for most of 2017 together they recorded and toured Australia and Europe. By early 2018 James now 21 years of age, was stylistically gravitating more to towards Alt Country, especially Ryan Adams and Jason Isbell and he began to further blaze his own trail in the world of cool country rock.
In March/April 2018 James Van Cooper went to USA to record his debut album with famed LA Producer Scott Campbell. While in the US James summoned the support of some of LA’s finest musicians including Matt Pynn and Alt/Country darling Jamie Wyatt (Jamie performs a duet with James on the track “Come Home”.
James’ new record “Coming Home” released September 2018 represents an edgy alternative to Nashville Country/Pop. “Coming Home” is an authentic slab of “New Country Rock”, 10 tracks played in a captivating style, presenting James as a polished performer but not contrived.
James delivers a debut record that is devoid devious studio tricks and faux brilliance. This is a passionate body of work genuflecting at the alter of New Country Rock while also unapologetically experimenting sonically, displaying an affection for several country music sub genres including Bluegrass, Americana Balladeering and Traditional Country.
James is quoted.
“This Record is fuelled by a need to break free of certain constraints and confines whether they be imagined or real. I had to play with a fresh deck so to speak hence the American studio sessions. Being an Australian and packing up to head to Hollywood to record, while exciting was still an unknown. What fears I did have were totally unwarranted as I was introduced to a wonderful producer in Scott Campbell who understood and encouraged what I envisaged in the creative process. Scott and I collaborated with a band that got on with making a genuine country rock record, an album that stands up for the new ways while respecting and acknowledging the vintage sound of country music. I wanted to make a record with a music narrative that pulled the listener along and I think I’ve done that on “Coming Home”.”
Friday, 30 August 2019 7:00 pm
Magpie Diaries
Tickets: GA $13.30
August is Magpie season…
After extensive touring to all ends of this wide brown land, Dashville natives Magpie Diaries will bring their eloquently soothing soul country back home to Newcastle, capping off an exceptional time for the band, with the release of their acclaimed debut album, Sanctuary.
The debut album, Sanctuary is a journey from the past, where one can still roam with wild exuberance. Where the desire to perform is matched with the desire to escape and unravel inside the music. Sanctuary is Magpie’s happy place.
The band title and songs within Sanctuary centre on the mind of singer-songwriter and Dashville founder Matt “Magpie” Johnston.
There’s a warm and communal feel right across the album, its woolly and homespun vibe come off like The Band but they colour the music with some beautiful saxophone playing that combines perfectly with cosmic Americana pedal steel sounds and plenty of country twang and strum in the guitars. (Post To Wire)
Alluding to an era of more simplistic notions Magpie Diaries take flight into an abundant musical sanctuary with their debut album. A sanctuary that delivers Magpie’s story via smooth soulful folk country with subtle flourishes of psychedelic 70s rock 'n' roll.
Sanctuary is a journey through the past and into the future where one can still roam with wild exuberance where the desire to perform is matched with the desire to escape and unravel inside the music.
.'.beyond being a beautiful recording it’s a real genuine slice of classic Australian music, which is rare as hens teeth. I hear a lot of stuff in there from Hunters to really obscure acts like The Apartments, and the much better side of alt country we do in this land, but it’s all digested and comes out very much your own - again very rare. Kudos.’(Glenn Richards, Augie March)
Saturday, 31 August 2019 7:00 pm
The Pop Standen Trio
Pop Standen
Pop Standen took up the guitar at the tender age of 50.
Since then he has played at many major festivals over the last 13 yrs.
Gympie Muster 2016 , 2018 , Broadbeach Blues festival. 2016 , 2019 Agnes Waters Blues festival.2016. Airlie Beach Music Festival 2014 , 2015 , 2016 , 2017 .And many more.
Since then he has played at many major festivals over the last 13 yrs.
Gympie Muster 2016 , 2018 , Broadbeach Blues festival. 2016 , 2019 Agnes Waters Blues festival.2016. Airlie Beach Music Festival 2014 , 2015 , 2016 , 2017 .And many more.
Hundreds of pubs , clubs around the country.
From Sydney to Cooktown. From Esperance WA to Broome and many places in between.
He has played with many musicians , the late great Phil Emmanuel. Herbs NZ band guitarist Willie Hona.
Tim Gaze Rose tattoo..Brian Fraser Blues legend from Geelong. And many more guitarists .
Harmonica players Doc Span ..Jamie Mc Donald..Pete Clarkson. Fiddle players Brannon Crickmore..Pixie Jenkins. And many other assorted musicians.
His music style is known as Country Rock Swinging Blues.
His rough gravel voice and catching rhythms add to his versions of covers and his originals.
My opinion definitely worth a look.
Friday, 6 September 2019 7:00 PM
Boneman
Boneman is the music expression of Hendrik de Vries. Together with Pete Moffitt (drums) and Charlie Raby (guitars) Boneman is an original indie rock trio. The band has undergone a major reconstruction from its previous line up. Stripped back to strings , guitars , drums and vocals it offers a trully unique sound and lyric presentation.
Hendrik has his roots in classical violin. Performing with orchestras at a very early age and recording and playing with artists and producers including Ian Meldrum, Billy Miller, Lobby Lloyd, Sean Kelly, James Freud. His move to Newcastle brought the vision of Boneman together. The current line up includes Hendrik on electric viola, Pete Moffitt , drums (previous from Australian Beef Week) and Charlie Raby , guitars ( recently from Hip hop outfit Eastside Grammar )
Listeners who enjoy Bad Seeds, The Dirty Three, Joy Division and dark country indie blues will no doupt enjoy the Boneman experience.
Saturday, 7 September 2019 7:00 pm
Kingsley James
After a lifetime of experimenting with music in his childhood bedroom, Maitland singer-songwriter and multi instrumentalist Kingsley James started to share his art with his local community in late 2017.
In that short time, he has become a regular in the music scene across the Hunter, as well as visiting other spots in NSW supporting acts including Tori Forsyth, Johnston City, Runaway Mornings and Novocastrian surf-rock band Dyer Maker
Kingsley’s dulcet sound marries tones of earthiness with elements of soul, folk and blues - powered by honest and vulnerable lyrics derived from the experiences of his everyday. Inspired by the early sounds of Marvin Gaye and Elvis , Kingsley’s true genre is soul itself, reaching for something more then just the sounds but a feeling of what it brings. His other main influences are Marlon Williams, Father John Misty and of course Fleet Foxes.His debut single, “You and I”, is no exception
Born from an experience of realisation of love, “You and I” tells the story of gaining love for another over many years of friendship.
Kingsley James will be setting off on his “You and I” tour visiting locations including Surry Hills, Canberra, Mullumbimby, Maroochydore and a hand full more on the coast throughout August.
In that short time, he has become a regular in the music scene across the Hunter, as well as visiting other spots in NSW supporting acts including Tori Forsyth, Johnston City, Runaway Mornings and Novocastrian surf-rock band Dyer Maker
Kingsley’s dulcet sound marries tones of earthiness with elements of soul, folk and blues - powered by honest and vulnerable lyrics derived from the experiences of his everyday. Inspired by the early sounds of Marvin Gaye and Elvis , Kingsley’s true genre is soul itself, reaching for something more then just the sounds but a feeling of what it brings. His other main influences are Marlon Williams, Father John Misty and of course Fleet Foxes.His debut single, “You and I”, is no exception
Born from an experience of realisation of love, “You and I” tells the story of gaining love for another over many years of friendship.
Kingsley James will be setting off on his “You and I” tour visiting locations including Surry Hills, Canberra, Mullumbimby, Maroochydore and a hand full more on the coast throughout August.
Thursday, 12 September 2019 7:00 pm
From Parts Unknown (USA)
The Black Heart Breakers
Tickets: GA $10
We're a three piece with an upright bass, we mix punk, ska, reggae, country and metal into our own rock and roll sound. We're currently signed to Stupid rad records and distro and stars at night atx. We've played over 350 shows across the US with bands such as Face to Face, The Vandals, Pears, Off Their Heads, Teenage Bottle Rocket, A vulture wake, MXPX, The Dickies and the River Boat Gamblers to name a few. We've also played Fest ( Gainsville ), The Vans Warped Tour Remember the Punks and Elm Street Tattoo festival.
We drive a van and play loud songs. Some of our songs are louder than others.....
We drive a van and play loud songs. Some of our songs are louder than others.....
Friday, 13 September 2019 7:00 PM
Z Star Trinity
Tickets: GA $18.40
Funk, Rock and psychedelic soul will come together in a rush, sound and energy when British/Trinidadian guitar maven, Zee Gachette brings her rock and roll roadshow to The Stag & Hunter. No stranger to big stages, Gachette has played across the world gracing the stages of Womad UK, Bestival, Glastonbury, The Royal Albert Hall and La Scala. Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to take a trip to outer space! Featuring pint sized drum hero Beck Flatt on the kit.
Intense and powerful vocals, driving beats, phenomenal musicality, strength and spirit wrapped up in whiskey swiggin' wild shenanigans from the next dimension!
They have played at festivals in Australian including Port Fairy Folk Festival, Bello Music Festival, Blues at Broadbeach, Mullum Music Festival, Palm Creek and Blue Mountains Music Festival to name a few.
"A force of nature." Jimmy Page
"The brave new sound of Heavy Soul and Rock n Roll." Rolling Stone
"Exhilarating to watch!" Indulge Magazine
Friday, 20 September 2019 7:00 PM
Nathan Cavaleri
Tickets: GA $23.50
Nathan Cavaleri
Much of the country was oblivious to the career Nathan Cavaleri led beyond prime-time Australia. By age 12, he found himself the centre of a bidding war between the labels of Michael Jackson, Prince and Madonna. By age 16 he'd toured with B.B. King as his guest, and played at the Kennedy Centre in front of The Clintons with Etta James and Bonnie Raitt.
In 2010, Nathan's battle with insomnia and anxiety was witnesses by thousands when he blacked out on a festival stage. Struggling to regain his confidence and drive he stepped away from his art with the expectation of never returning. Whilst the performing came to a halt, his song writing developed a far deeper level of expression with a diverse range of influences. This love of music offered him a similar type of therapy it had when he battled leukaemia as a child. Motivated by his passion to play and write, he stared down the fear of live performance and determined that it was time to make a record.
His upcoming EP 'Demons' stretches beyond the traditional rock, blues and roots that Cavaleri is known for. The release of the first single 'Demons' marked his 6 year rise above mental health challenges and return to the stage. 'Rising Sun' is a track in which he pays tribute to the man that landed him his first record deal and tour at age 10, Jimmy Barnes, and is an emotive step from the profoundly beautiful title track.
This will be Nathan’s first solo release since he was signed to Michael Jackson’s label in 1994 and features songs that are a culmination of the diverse life Nathan has lived. B.B.King calling Nathan “the future of blues” is definitely an appropriate quote for how he has expanded beyond his roots.
“This time around, I wanted to express more than blues would allow. Each track throughout the writing and production process conformed to no specific genre and called upon an array of my favourite artists from J.J.Cale and B.B. King to Bowie, Lana Del Ray, and Mos Def.”
Cavaleri returns after playing sell out gigs up and down the East Coast in 2018, seeing him connect intimately with new and lifetime fans through both story and song. From how his love for music deepened during his battle with leukaemia as a kid, to a hilarious encounter with Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page and Robert Plant after playing to sixty thousand people in Zurich after Elton John. However, it's how he brings his experiences and songs into the present that gives audiences more than a shot of nostalgia.
Lizotte’s Newcastle
Warners Bay High School
Thursday, 29 August 2019
Senior Music students from Warners Bay High will showcase a selection of their HSC repertoire. Please come along and support our talented musicians.
Show Only With A La Carte Available (premium seating) ) $20.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $20.00
Show Only With A La Carte Available (premium seating) ) $20.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $20.00
Jade Holland
Friday, 30 August 2019
Pop country singer/songwriter, Jade Holland released her second album 'Dream Wild' last year to critical acclaim with the single 'Drive Thru' being streamed over 900,000 times and, since then there has been no stopping her. 2019 kicked off with First Prize at the 15th Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) with her track, 'That's The Wine'. A first for an Australian in a long time! Jade is ecstatic about the accolade and intends to share this with her Australian fans and give back to her local community.
Support: no support 2 sets from 9pm
Main course meal and show (premium dining) $71.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $29.00
Support: no support 2 sets from 9pm
Main course meal and show (premium dining) $71.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $29.00
The Beatnix
Saturday, 31 August 2019
It was February 1980, 10 months before the untimely death of John Lennon, that Australia and possibly the worlds, first tribute show THE BEATNIX was conceived and produced by Tony Dean - founding member and now owner/manager. Coming from a Show Band background, popular in the 1970s and touring Australia wide, Tony was used to playing covers including Beatles, Doobie Brothers, Beach Boys, Hollies, Bee Gees, & Eagles, all great harmony groups, plus songs directly from the top twenty hit parade but then Punk came along and it was out of the question to play that style of music. It was suggested we play more Beatles music, everybody loves The Beatles. From that simple suggestion Tony thought lets play only Beatles songs, hence the first tribute show was conceived. Originally put together for a four week season in Perth, Western Australia, the shows proved so popular that after 18 months it was decided to make the move to Sydney where the show is now based and is available to travel worldwide. The Beatnix Show includes fully authentic musical instruments identical to those used by The Beatles.
Main course meal and show (premium dining) $86.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $44.00
Main course meal and show (premium dining) $86.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $44.00
SJ’s
Battlesticks Bar
Fri 30 Aug
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Tim Rossington
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8:00-1:00am
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Sat 31 Aug
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John Larder
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 1 Sep
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Dean Kyrwood
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Catho Pub
SUN 8 Sep
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THE VERSIONS
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1.30PM
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SUN 15 Sep
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CRAWFISH STEW BAND
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1.30PM
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SUN 20 Oct
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ASH MOUNTAIN
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1.30PM
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SUN 27 Oct
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DIRTY DEEDS - THE AC/DC SHOW
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2.00PM
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SUN 17 Nov
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SMOKIN ROSIE
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1.30PM
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SUN 24 Nov
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STEVE EDMONDS BAND
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1.30PM
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SUN 8 Dec
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FUELSTAR
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1.30PM
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Gateshead Tavern
Friday from 8pm Sun from 3pm
Fri 30 Aug
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Village Idiots
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 1 Sep
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 6 Sep
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 8 Sep
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 13 Sep
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 15 Sep
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 20 Sep
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 22 Sep
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 27 Sep
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 29 Sep
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12:00-3:30pm
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Jewells Tavern
All bands 8:30pm unless indicated otherwise
Fri 30 Aug
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Counterpart
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8:30pm
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Sat 31 Aug
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Def Leppard Tribute
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8:30pm
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The Kent Hotel
August 2019
Fri 30
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Misbehave
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Sat 31
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Project X
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Mex – Mayfield Ex-services Club
Thursdays are the new Fridays! 7.30 to 10.30pm
Thu 29 Aug
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Smokin Rosie
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7:30-10:30pm
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Sat 31 Aug
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Loko
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8:00-11:00pm
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Sat 19 Oct
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The Cruzers
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8:00pm-11:00pm
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Sat 14 Dec
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The Cruzers
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8:00pm-11:00pm
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Fri 20 Dec
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Solid Gold Party Night
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7:30pm-10:30pm
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MEZZ – Wallsend Diggers
Friday Feels – 8 to 1am, Band and DJ
Saturday Sounds – 8 to 1am, Band & DJ
Sunday Sessions – 12 to 3:30pm, Soloist
Fri 30 Aug
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Overload
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8:00-1:00am
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Sat 31 Aug
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Felix Quinn Band
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 1 Sep
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Boney Rivers
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 6 Sep
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The Radiators ($)
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8:00-1:00am
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Sat 7 Sep
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The Smarts
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 8 Sep
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Chris Saxby
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 13 Sep
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The Years
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8:00-1:00am
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Sat 14 Sep
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Greg Bryce Band
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 15 Sep
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Jackson Halliday
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 20 Sep
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Komiti Levai Band
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8:00-1:00am
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Sat 21 Sep
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Retro – Loose Bazooka
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 22 Sep
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Jake Davey
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12:00-3:30pm
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Fri 27 Sep
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Two Fires Cold Chisel Show
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8:00-1:00am
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Sat 28 Sep
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Bad Paris
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8:00-1:00am
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Sun 29 Sep
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Kaylah Anne
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12:00-3:30pm
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Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club
Sun Afternoons – 2:30-5:30pm
Queens Wharf Hotel
Fri – 8pm Sat – 8pm Sun – 2pm
Fri 30
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2GoodReasons
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8pm
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Sat 31
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Phonic
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8pm
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SJ Hotel
Fri soloist 5-8pm, DJ’s after; Sat– 8:30-11:30 (live band), 11:30pm-late (DJ’s) Sun Afternoon – 4:00-7:00pm
Wests Cardiff
Free live music every Sat night, 8-11:30pm
Sat 31 Aug
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Cruzers
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8:00-11:30pm
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Wests City
Live entertainment in the Lounge – 8-11pm
Fri 30 Aug
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Kazzie Duo
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8:00-11:00pm
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Sat 31 Aug
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The Rumour Trio
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8:00-11:00pm
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Wests New Lambton
The Marble Bar
Every Tuesday and Thursday: 4pm - 5.30pm (A beautiful violin and piano duo, Angamus)
Friday and Saturday – 9.30pm – 12.30am
Fri 30 Aug
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Phonic Trio
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9:30-12:30
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Sat 31 Aug
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The Years
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9:30-12:30
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Seabreeze Hotel (Nelson Bay)
Sat 8:30-11:30pm, Sun 3:30- 6:30pm
Babylon Newcastle
145 King St, Newcastle
Whisky, Cocktails and Craft Beer
Easy to Play ~ Harder to Feel! Babylon is thrilled to announce the launch of Sundays Blues. Once a month Babylon will play host to some of Australia's leading Blues bands as they play LIVE. Experience the raw rustic sounds of the deep south in a venue set to match.
DanceVibe
We run 4-week courses perpetually. Please check dates via text on 0418679048.
Kahibah Sports Club.
Every Thursday night. Air-conditioned venue with very tasty meals available.
Much more than dance lessons; a great night out!
6:30pm– Doors open & social music on.
6:45pm– Introduction to West Coast Swing
7:00pm– 30 minute beginner class- level 1
4-5 song break- help available
7:40pm– 30 minute level 2 class (beginners who coped with level 1 are welcome)
4-5 song break- help available
8:20pm– 30 minute level 3- must be approved to attend.
8:50pm – 9:50pm Freestyle dancing.
West Coast Swing (WCS) is an ultra-smooth social swing dance, originating in California, USA. It is characterised by it’s sense of fun, rhythmic footwork, freedom to improvise for both leaders and followers, and it’s beautiful smooth elastic look and feel. It captures a great range of music, including, RnB, Blues, Soul, Soft Rock, and Pop.
West Coast development is being driven by regular visits from numerous visiting professional US champions inspiring growing pockets of dancers nationwide.
It is for many, a natural progression from Modern Jive, for those who want to progress their general dance technique and musicality.
Now is the best time to get involved in the growth of this beautiful dance style.
WCS offers a lifetime of challenge and social fun.
We look forward to seeing you on the floor.
The Cost
Special– 4 week course $40. Text to book in advance and check course dates.
$15 per casual visit.
$70 for 5-night pass (3 month expiry).
$120 10-night Pass (5 month expiry).
The Venue
Kahibah Sports Club, 63 Kenibea Ave, Kahibah
Any questions please call me on 0418 679 048 or email
Martin Pearson
at the Royal Exchange
11 September, 7pm
Martin Pearson is the world’s funniest male, long-haired, Victorian, Piscean folk singer. Full of irreverence and wit, he is a festival circuit favourite. Tickets ($20/$15) through Trybooking at: https://www.trybooking.com/
Eastern European Gypsy Party!
Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 7 PM – 10:30 PM
2 Bellevue St, Newcastle, New South Wales 2302
General Admission: $16.00
Hello Tut Tut and Bank Corner Espresso and Bar present, a decadent evening of Eastern European Gypsy music and cuisine.
Come and enjoy Melbourne's high energy dance band Hello Tut Tut as they throw you into the mayhem and pleasures of an Eastern European Gypsy Party like no other!
Come and enjoy Melbourne's high energy dance band Hello Tut Tut as they throw you into the mayhem and pleasures of an Eastern European Gypsy Party like no other!
Tickets are limited to 50 so get in early as they will sell out!
Rock The Lake
With JETS PLAY JETS - DAMNATION - ALL ACCESS 80'S
Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 3 PM – 8:30 PM
74 Victory Parade, Toronto, New South Wales, Australia 2283
Tickets · $25 - $40
ATTENTION ALL ROCK FANS:
Australian rock legends Jets Play Jets are coming to the Toronto Hotel on Saturday 28th of September for our Live On The Lake music series supported by Damnation (Bon Scott Tribute band) and All Access 80's.
Tickets available now at: https://www.trybooking.com/
General Admission Tickets: $25.00 each
VIP Tickets at The Mulberry: $40.00
General Admission Tickets: $25.00 each
VIP Tickets at The Mulberry: $40.00
JETS PLAY JETS BIO:
It all started JETS PLAY JETS is a band formed by Grant Walmsley and Richie Lara reunited for the first time in 26 years to commemorate the 30-year anniversary of them founding the Screaming Jets.
To celebrate this milestone, the pair have formed JETS PLAY JETS, with two of Newcastle’s most respected musicians, frontman Justin Ngariki and bassist Paul Coxon round out the lineup. No strangers to the stage Ngariki and Coxon have shared the stage with the likes of silverchair, The Cult, Whitesnake, Rose Tattoo and former AC/DC vocalist Dave Evans.
JETS PLAY JETS play all the hits from the Jets’ first two internationally acclaimed albums, debut All For One, the sophomore classic Tear of Thought, as well as the iconic EP Living In England. Aussie Rock Anthems such as the ARIA chart smash hits Better, along with C’mon, Shivers, Helping Hand, Living in England, FRC, Blue Sashes, Tunnel, Starting Out and Stop the World all deliver the classic and unmistakable twin guitar assault of Walmsley and Lara.
These guys led an international charge off the back of their debut smash album, taking on the United States and Europe, touring endlessly and sharing stages with the likes of KISS, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Ugly Kid Joe, Faith No More, and many more.
Fans have said that “this combination alone is synonymous with the original Jets sound”.
“This is the way those songs are supposed to be played!”
“This is the way those songs are supposed to be played!”
Grant Walmsley declares “It may have been 26 years since we played together but the instant we started, it was a lightning strike right back to our glory days. We haven’t lost a thing”.
Approximate Band Times:
3.00 PM till 4.30 PM - All Access 80's
5.15 PM till 6.45 PM - Damnation (Bon Scott tribute)
7.15 PM till 8.30 PM - JETS PLAY JETS
Geoff Power’s West Cosat Jazz Band
Sun 29 Sep, 2019
Central Leagues Club, 2-4:30pm
$10 Jazz Club Members, $15 Guests
Geogg Power (Trumpet), James Power (trumpet), Paul Furniss (clarinet), David Saxon (trombone), Rachel Hamilton (keyboard) with Craig Goeldner (sousaphone), Paul Baker (banjo) and Lawrie Thompson (drums).
Two trumpet traditional jazz in the San Francisco Style with some of the music made famous by Lu Watters.
Dashville Skyline
Cosmic Country Weekender
Alt country, Americana, psychedelia
October 4-6, 2019 (Labour Day Long Weekend NSW)
Information in the near future.
A festival celebrating the roots of Americana, psychedelia and alternative country music. From the golden era of the mid '60s through to today's modern artists, the songs, the culture, the legacy, the vibe.
It's about getting the best artists and songwriters together in one location, sharing this timeless music, kicking back and having a bit of fun over a lazy long weekend.
Pack your camping gear and come join us!
Lizotte’s
Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen
Thursday, 10 October 2019
Jon Cleary is one of music’s great anomalies. A Kent raised Englishman turned certified New Orleans music legend after gracefully inhabiting the Crescent City and everything it has to offer over the course of 30 plus years. A Grammy award winning, global touring and studio force, who has graced stages, shared rooms and gained respect from everyone from Allen Toussaint to Tom Jones, Dr. John to Bonnie Raitt, Fats Domino to Eric Clapton, Taj Mahal to BB King, even Brian May to D’Angelo. Jon Cleary quite simply embodies the sound of New Orleans, and throughout the second half of 2019, he takes that experience to stages across the globe on his massive Dyna-Mite World Tour, bolstered by the presence of his long time band, The Absolute Monster Gentlemen.
After another incredible turn at the famed New Orleans Jazz Fest in April, fans in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia will now have the chance to witness Jon and his crew take to some of the most famed venue and festival stages on the planet across this remarkable 60 date journey, featuring an eight show run at London’s famed Ronnie Scott’s, a string of European dates with longtime friend and jazz legend John Scofield and an expedition to Havana to explore the roots of Cuban music, art and culture.
Tickets for Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen’s Dyna-Mite World Tour are on sale now at www.joncleary.com
“Cleary can be an absolute monster on his own, but Cleary’s full combo R&B is as broad, deep and roiling as the Mississippi River, the combined swinging product of local keyboard tradition, Cleary’s vocal-songwriting flair for moody Seventies soul and the spunky-Meters roll of his Gentlemen” David Fricke, Rolling Stone
Lizotte’s
Pokey La Farge (USA)
Sunday, 13 October 2019
With special guest Sierra Ferrell
Sun 13 Oct
The one, the only, how could there be another POKEY LA FARGE returns to Australia for solo performances, an environment where his inspired mix of country, blues, swing and folk really have the opportunity to shine. Joining Pokey on his run of Australian shows is SIERRA FERRELL. A jingle-janglin gypsy tornado of sound that doesn't seem to care what the rules are, Sierra seamlessly fuses old and new into something distinctly her own.Show Only With A La Carte Available (premium seating) ) $51.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $51.00
Show Only With Bar Menu Available $51.00
An afternoon with The Zulu Kings and Queens
Sun 27 Oct, 2019
Central Leagues Club, 2-4:30pm
$10 Jazz Club Members, $15 Guests
Dave Thompson (trumpet), Kerrie Thompson (double bass), Rachel Beeton (clarinet), Rachel Hamilton (keyboard), Craig Goeldner (trombone), Danny Beeton (banjo/vocals), Dick Cutler (drums), Sarah Carvalho (vocals).
Wolfmother confirmed to headline a HUGE 2019 Scene & Heard Festival
After a massive 2018, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Scene & Heard couldn’t get any bigger, right?
Well, you’d be wrong because the lineup for the 2019 festival, which kicks off at Wickham Park on Sunday 10 November, has dropped overnight and it’s a doozy!
Leading the charge this year are Aussie heavy rockers Wolfmother who are fresh from a massive Splendour In The Grass gig and an international tour.
Amazing hitmaker Alex Lloyd will also be marking a milestone at this year’s festival – the 20th anniversary of his platinum-selling debut album Black The Sun – a record Alex will perform in full on the Scene & Heard stage.
The treats just keep coming, too with the 2019 bill rounded out by rockers Eskimo Joe and Even, crowd favourites Sneaky Sound System and the glorious indie power pop of Jebediahand Magic Dirt.
Wow!
To put the icing on the cake, Newcastle will also host the “Don’t Come Monday Stage” – a party zone designed to evoke only the best memories of the boiler room.
Championed this year by The Potbelleez DJ’s, the stage will feature Andy Murphy and John Course.
Scene & Heard is more than a festival. It’s about creating a connection to a time. A time before people cared about ‘likes’, and festival moments weren’t Instagram opportunities but collective memories.
Those wanting to create new memories and relive the old ones can head here to register for the pre-sale.
Members pre-sale begins Tuesday 11 June from 9am.
General public tickets are on sale Wednesday 12 June from 9am
Sign up for Pre-sale| sceneandheardfestival.com.au
SCENE & HEARD, SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER
At WICKHAM PARK
WOLFMOTHER
THE DANDY WARHOLS (USA)
ESKIMO JOE
ALEX LLOYD (Performing Black The Sun)
JEBEDIAH
SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM
MAGIC DIRT
EVEN
THE DANDY WARHOLS (USA)
ESKIMO JOE
ALEX LLOYD (Performing Black The Sun)
JEBEDIAH
SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM
MAGIC DIRT
EVEN
DON’T COME MONDAY STAGE
POTBELLEEZ DJ’S
ANDY MURPHY
JOHN COURSE
JOHN COURSE
Rob Thomas - chip tooth tour
BIMBADGEN, HUNTER VALLEY NSW
SATURDAY 16 NOVEMBER 2019
SPECIAL GUESTS ANNOUNCED – Pete Murray, Daryly Braithwaite, Russell Morris
Some of Australia's most popular singer-songwriters have today been announced as very special guests on ROB THOMAS' upcoming Chip Tooth tour in November.
Joining ROB THOMAS at Bimbadgen, Hunter Valley will be PETE MURRAY, DARYL BRAITHWAITE and RUSSELL MORRIS.
Fans can expect a dynamic show of huge hits and favourites plucked from the hugely successful solo artist and Matchbox Twenty frontman's 30+ year career, as well as a tasting of new tracks lifted from his new album Chip Tooth Smile.
Tickets are selling fast and with a stellar line-up of Aussie talent joining Rob, this is one special show you won't want to miss!
Tickets: $114.90 to $867.09
AMERICA
50th Anniversary Tour
'A HORSE WITH NO NAME' COMES TO AUSTRALIA
THIS NOVEMBER & DECEMBER!
THIS NOVEMBER & DECEMBER!
Best known for their classic hits of the ‘70s and ‘80s including ‘Ventura Highway’, ‘A Horse with No Name’, ‘I Need You’, ‘Sister Golden Hair’, and ‘You Can Do Magic”,AMERICAreturn to Australia and New Zealand to kick start the Summer!
Australian Presale
Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 7 PM – 11 PM
118-132 Enmore Rd., Newtown, New South Wales 2042
Tickets · $101 - $142
Presale begins at 10:00 am (local) Thurs 1st August
On Sale 10:00 am (local) Fri 2nd August
Presales are exclusive to Bluesfest Touring subscribers (that means you) and our ticketing partners. Check your inbox on the morning of the presale for your link and priority access to tickets!
On Sale 10:00 am (local) Fri 2nd August
Presales are exclusive to Bluesfest Touring subscribers (that means you) and our ticketing partners. Check your inbox on the morning of the presale for your link and priority access to tickets!
Best known for their classic hits of the ‘70s and ‘80s including ‘Ventura Highway’, ‘Horse with No Name’, ‘I Need You’, ‘Don’t Cross the River’, ‘Tin Man’, ‘Sister Golden Hair’, and ‘You Can Do Magic”, AMERICA return to Australia and New Zealand to kick start summer later this year.
Celebrating their 50th Anniversary, the iconic Classic Rock duo of Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell will perform a 10-date tour. The iconic classic-rock favourite AMERICA has amassed six certified gold and/or platinum albums, with their first greatest hits collection, “History,” hitting four million plus in sales.
AMERICA - lead singers, songwriters and guitarists Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell, continues to be a band capable of transcending borders with their uplifting music and positive message. Embracing a rainbow on divergent cultures, AMERICA’s audience continues to grow, comprising a loyal legion of first, second and third generation fans, all bearing testament to the group’s enduring appeal.
The Grammy Award winners’ were considered cornerstones of the 1970’s Top 40 and FM rock radio and have gained 1.4 Million plus monthly listeners on Spotify, with eight songs receiving over two million streams. This includes: “A Horse with No Name” (42 Million+ streams), “Sister Golden Hair” (11 Million+ streams) and “Ventura Highway” (10 Million+ streams).
Join AMERICA as they celebrate their 50th anniversary in Australia this November!
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