Words: Leah Holdsworth Photos: Kate Scantleton The View’s live shows are more than rumoured to be full of the usual rock ‘n’ roll antics. Tales of drunkard shenanigans have long since trailed along behind the band’s tour escapades. One particular story that had me muttering ‘Wowza!’ was when the mischievous...
read moreWords: Leah Holdsworth Picture: Courtesy of Salmonella Dub Saturday November 28 Salmonella Dub is a band that sure has good word of mouth. Branded as a band that defies the label of yet another alternate Roots group, at the Hi Fi in West End last Saturday evening Salmonella Dub sure showcased a splendid blend of roots and...
read moreSaturday November 28 2009 Words and pictures: Kate Scantleton I am a very picky gig-goer when it comes to venue. Normally, I steer well-clear of any place that will be full of rude, selfish and uncaring-when-it-comes-to-music members of the general public. Walking into the Clubhouse, this is EXACTLY what I was expecting, being a...
read moreSaturday November 14, 2009 Words and Pictures: Kate Scantleton It’s great when you enter a live gig with no expectations and walk out having been blown away. Such was the case of US band Blitzen Trapper @ the Hifi Brisbane last night. The Hifi Brisbane has, until this point in time, not stood up to the expectations of many...
read moreWords: Leah Holdsworth Pictures: Kate Scantleton Memories and Dust as well as other less known (but no less enchanting) songs, he seemingly created an effortless calm ambience. One amazing thing about this talented young man was his ability to wholly enthral the crowd throughout his whole set. Dancing slowly on the spot, singing the...
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