Review: A Christmas Carol at QPAC
A Christmas Carol is a book that has never been out of print. Based on what I’ve seen on stage, the written form clearly isn’t the only way for this tale to be expressed. Written by Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol has been created for the stage by Shake & Stir Theatre Co and cleverly adapted by Nelle Lee to be presented to audiences at the Playhouse Theatre, QPAC from the 29th to 15th of December 2019. As the year winds down in time for Christmas, I was glad I had a chance to watch a classic Christmas tale adapted for the stage.
Downend: Find A Home
- Find A Home is a subtle meeting of sounds and moods, gently being sown together into a surprisingly compelling, cohesive headspace. Its creators, Downend, have really made me think about that space. In a way that’s distinctly not traditional its almost a psychedelic journey and the weirdness is amplified by the fact that Downend don’t look much like a psych band. At first glance the Brisbane jazz duo perform like one of those Sunday afternoon cafe acts, letting the easy-listening roll forth via improvised vocalise and neat little guitar licks.
First Beige: Mirrors EP
- “The past is a foreign country, they do things differently there.”, is the opening line to L.P. Hartley’s The Go-Between, suggesting what happens when you look back in time and either half-remember or actively misrepresent what took place there. So, what from our past is “bad”? Hairstyles, early tastes in forgettable music, and the greatest judgement of all – fashion. Was corduroy that bad a fabric choice? Flares, paisley jackets, tie-dyed shirts?
Blood Incantation: Hidden History Of The Human Race
- Ah, the much dreaded sophomore album is now upon Colorado’s Blood Incantation. We’re now three years removed from the triumphant proclamation of Starspawn. To follow an album that drew such critical praise with one that consists of a scant four-song track listing begs curiosity. Listening to the record itself, curiosity becomes puzzlement, then frustration and finally: mystification. Such a mystery is not one to be solved –in keeping with the astounding album cover– you can only accept and marvel at what’s in front of you.
Banshees Bar & Artspace
Banshees Bar & Artspace is Ipswich's premier original live music dispensary! With an inclusive atmosphere right in the heart of Ipswich, come and envelop yourself in our eclectic offering of art, music and fun activities! The bar is walking distance from Ipswich station, and offers open mic nights, karaoke and live music Wednesday through Sunday every week.
Come in and make some new friends!
Banshees is open:
Wednesday and Thursday - 5pm to midnight
Friday and Saturday - 7pm to midnight
Sunday - 3pm to 9pm
Instagram: @bansheesbar
4ZZZ Top 20
1. Dumb Things - Time Again (Album Of The Week)
2. Majestic Horses - Away From The Sun
3. Ancient Channels - Footprints In The Dark (Single)
4. Sycco - Peacemaker (Single)
5. Blussh - Shut Up Becky EP
6. Perve Endings - Georgia (Single)
7. Violent Soho - Vacation Forever (Single)
8. Jaguar Jonze - Kill Me With Your Love (Single)
9. Being Jane Lane - Savage Sunday
10. Baker Boy - Meditjin (Feat. Jess B) (Single)
11. Confidence Man - Does It Make You Feel Good? (Single)
Review: Bombshell Burlesque: Sweet Dreams at Wonderland Festival 2019
For only two nights, in the month of November, could you witness and be a part of the Bombshell Burlesque: Sweet Dreams experience which featured as part of the Wonderland Festival 2019. The show appeared to be sold out at the Powerhouse Theatre which was a venue within the Brisbane Powerhouse. I enjoyed a diverse audience in the theatre who were clearly thrilled by the professional and world class performers on stage.
2nd December 2019
Mojo Juju & Joelistics: Ghost Town (Independent) ^
kt spit: Kill The King (Independent) ^
Elbury
Songwriting and storytelling lie at the core of Brisbane-based alternative folk group, Elbury. Born in a brick-and-concrete pillbox on the side of Red Hill, as an acoustic folk duo. Awkward tunes in minor keys; awkward lyrics, obscure themes - the standard output of any new band trying to mark out a piece of original territory. Through the churn of the no-profile original music scene, Elbury persisted - knowing that a band can find their own sound and move forward on their own terms.