The line-up this year made me think that crowd numbers would be minimal. From all reports of the Auckland show, the dwindling crowds across the ocean were testament to the quality of the line-up. Gone are the days of the Big Day Out being the premier rock music festival in Australia. That is not to say there are a plethora of...
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Words: Bon Hlaing Brisbane is sometimes unfortunate when it comes to getting the big names to tour here. Bitter disappointment was the overall feeling when Brissy was told they would be missing out on Eminem. D12 would’ve been the next best thing had they not had a mix-up for the flights, which resulted in them cancelling their...
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Words: Betina Dale Photo: Jenny Timoney A night of torrential rain could not keep the masses away from the Eatons Hill Hotel to see the renowned My Chemical Romance. With a theatre style layout and ornate ceiling, acoustics are second to none, nomatter where you stand at this venue hidden gem in the suburbs. To warm up the crowd,...
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Words: Penny Langfield The low guttural sounds resounding up the hill beyond The Grande stage at Woodford had the punters inside pumping. Even the relaxed folk outside the tent were tapping their feet rather enthusiastically. It could have been a Pearl Jam concert. The band may even have been singing in English, judging by the...
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Words: Amber Shadlow Not even the most skilled photographer could capture the beauty of the backdrop at Pyramid Rock. My festival home, or tent site had a stellar view. Imagine ocean as far as you can see, sheer cliffs and one very special rock formation inspiring the name of the festival: “Pyramid Rock”. It was a pleasure to...
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