The latest on CBR Music with Jannah Fahiz
Don’t freak out, but it’s the season to be spooky! Once you’ve finished carving pumpkins and sewing costumes, get on out to some live shows. And whether you celebrate the scary side of the season or not, there’s plenty o’ great gigs for you this month.
Dark Horse
To kick things off, we have a show at the brand new Shadows Night Club. Dark Horse is a local 5-piece covers band playing all the songs you love, from pop to metal. It’s on Friday, 4 October from 8pm and to ensure your spooky month is off to a good start, the gig is free! No need to register; just show up with your dancing shoes. Keep with all things Shadows Night Club via their socials.
The Dept of Rock
Wanna see a bunch of new bands in one place? The Dept of Rock is once again hosting its public servant-centric battle of the bands. The first heat has already happened, but you can head down for three nights of fresh artists on Tuesdays, the 8th, 15th and 22nd of October, from 7pm. Each night boasts six different bands, all competing for a slot in the semis. Tickets are $20 ($10 concession) per event via the Smith’s Alternative website.
Bella Groove
Led by the incomparable Elise Walsh, Canberra jazz band Bella Groove has a special live performance set for Smith’s Alternative on Sunday, 13 October.
Says Elise: “I’ve written a collection of songs with my collaborators Matt Lustri and Miroslav Bukovsky based on the theme of Biophilia (the desire for nature).
“The whole show will be filmed and recorded for a live album due for release later this year. We would love for you to come along and be a part of the magic so you can relive it again when the album comes out.” Doors open at 3:30pm, and tickets are available on the
Smith’s Alternative website for $20 ($15 concession).
Capo Creek
Local duo Capo Creek just released an album and have their own launch celebration at Smith’s Alternative on Saturday, 19 October. Called Running Out, the LP features local legends Matt Nightingale, Jacqueline Bradley, Marji Curran, DJ Gosper and Jonathan Jones. The album explores “contemporary folk, outlaw country, the blues, acoustic rock, murder ballads, romance, protest and social commentary”.
Tickets are $20 ($15 concession) via the Smith’s Alt website.
The 27th Annual Freeee Floral Frock Fringe Festival
This next one is unique. Locals GravyTRAM presents The 27th Annual Freeee Floral Frock Fringe Festival which is taking place at Smith’s Alternative on Sunday, 20 October, from 3pm.
The AFFFFF comprises original music, comedy, circus, and more. And guess what? It’s completely free! The players put on this party simply for the love of getting together to entertain.
Songwriter, comic juggler, and multitalented entertainer Sam Floyd is your MC for this afternoon of fun, so no matter what you’re into, join The AFFFFF in its sole pursuit of reaching the ultimate state: Having a nice time. Tickets are indeed FREE and you can head to the FB event page for more info!
DEATHBEDS
And finally… Want your time in the limelight whilst supporting a beloved CBR band? In further local live recording news, Deathbeds invite you to a free show to film their live music video for their upcoming song, Dead Name. Getting involved and having a great time is encouraged. As this is taking place on Halloween, there’s a merch prize for best dressed! So get creative.
This is all taking place at The Baso on Thursday 31 October from 7pm. You can grab your free ticket now via Oztix. Joining them on stage, we have a bunch of great artists; Post Human, st.sinner, Born2lose, Flesh and Mother Fucker (their debut show!).
And that’s my collection of cracking events around town this month. I hope you have a fabulously freaky October filled with much live entertainment – Jannah
Send gigs and info to:[JANNAH.FAHIZ@GMAIL.COM]
