Canberra Music Arts thingy compiled by Allan Sko
BMA has lovingly gathered together some of the best and brightest music happenings the fair city of Canberra (and surrounds) has to offer.
Read on below, and get on out!
WHO: Owen Campbell & Jesse Redwing
WHAT: Super singer-songwriter duo
WHEN: Sat, 17 Feb
WHERE: Live at the Polo
Back to the ol’ stomping ground! As you well know, Canberra pride Owen Campbell has built a successful career as a touring musician. He’s wowed audiences the world over with his smouldering guitar work, gritty yet caramel-like vocals, and sublime rhythm section, with “a well-honed, ageless style, one that never seems to lose its conjuring powers” (BMA; that’s us!). He is joined by Jesse Redwing, a man who has has honed his chops in many-a smoky juke joint for damn near two decades. And a tune from his debut album Crawlin’ Up the Walls was on hit Netflix show Shooter. From 7:30pm, $35 + bf via Humanitix
WHO: Carnival Inna Capital
WHAT: ft Zed Bias (UK) & Inner West Reggae Disco Machine
WHEN: Sat, 17 Feb
WHERE: Reload Bar and Games
Five big promoters, four crews of hardy local talent, two thrilling musical guests across two rooms for one massive night on one crazy soundsystem. And it’s all happening in the heart of the Multicultural Festival! Yes, Carnival Inna Capital big ups the UK Sound System culture via a laneway festival resonating with dub, reggae, UKG, drum ‘n’ bass, AMA breaks, and dancehall dubstep, inviting UK legend Zed Bias, a progenitor of breakbeat, and Inner West Reggae Disco Machine complete with their crafted six deep subs on customised sound rig. Irie! From 2pm – 2am, $38.50 – $55 via ticketfairy.com
WHO: Fun Lovin Criminals
WHAT: 25th anniversary tour of 100% Columbian
WHEN: Wed, 21 Feb
WHERE: Kambri @ ANU
Fun Lovin Criminals, the iconic multi-genre band know for their electric fusion of rock, hip hop and jazz, are on a worldwide tour to celebrate the 25th anniversary (!) of second album 100% Columbian. With sell-out shows in UK and Europe under their designer belts, fans can expect an electrifying live experience infused with the band’s trademark blend of rock ‘n’ roll swagger, hip hop grooves and soulful melodies. Brian ‘Fast’ Leiser, Frank Benbini and Naim Cortazzi will perform the album in its entirety, along with the band’s hits from their extensive discography. 8pm, tix $70.35 via Moshtix
>Edit: Due to unforeseen circumstances Mike Nock is unable to perform at TAC in February. Mike was delighted to recommend pianist and composer Chris Cody, who will perform is his place.<
WHO: The Chris Cody Quartet
WHAT: The Best of Australian Jazz presented by Jazz Haus Canberra
WHEN: Sat, 24 Feb
WHERE: Tuggeranong Arts Centre
With a career spanning 30 plus years, internationally recognised jazz pianist and composer Chris Cody has thrilled audiences at festivals and venues around the world from New York to Zanzibar, working with jazz greats Roy Hargrove, Herb Geller, Rhoda Scott, Lisa Simone, Brice Wassy, and Miles Davis alumni Rick Margitza along the way. His upcoming gig at Tuggeranong Arts Centre will see Cody return to play for Canberra audiences for the first time. He will be joined by Max Alduca on double bass, Mike Avgenicos on Sax and James Waples on drums. The quartet will perform a collection of favourites from Cody’s huge jazz catalogue, and compositions from his recently released album, “The Outsider.” Bar open from 6pm, music from 7pm, $45 full / $38 conc. via venue.
WHO: Future AV
WHAT: Free Music and Arts Networking Event
WHEN: Sat, 2 March
WHERE: Saraton Lane, 34 East Row (City)
Future AV is a music, arts, and community networking experience. This free event features music acts, roving fire performances, workshops, panels, an art gallery, and projection mapping.
Guests of all ages can enjoy hands-on DJing and music production workshops offered by Ableton, Roland, and Better Music. There is a carefully curated panel program, featuring acknowledged industry professionals sharing their wisdom. These activities are offered in collaboration with MusicACT, as part of its professional development opportunities.
Following the educational part of the event, Future AV will proudly host its music line-up, composed of Canberra’s next-generation artists playing a diverse range of sonic art forms. A unique projection mapping setup, a gallery showing historical poster art from a range of local promoters, and a display of roving fire performers will complete this celebration of Canberra’s amazing creative potential.
City Centre nightclub One22 will host the official post-event program, featuring more talented artists on its internationally acclaimed dance floor.
Come join this wonderful collective experience! Head to CBR Events for more info.