by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Frusic Features
The Crown & Sceptre Hotel has been hosting live music for a very long time, according to the staff, “before the dark times, before Bieber. Probably during the 1970s.” A hundred years before that, it was billed as “the only iconic South CBD Hotel” (note...
by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Frusic Features
We love a good reprise! And a good dose of Neil Young. Luckily, the team behind ‘Helpless – The Songs of Neil Young’ returns after a successful 2015 season with a show filled with even more classic songs. The good folks behind ‘Elastico’,...
by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Frusic Features
‘Mama Jambo’. Such fun words to say. The quirky warehouse cafe / music venue in the West End offers “tasty meals sourced from local produce with an African twist”, in which case it seems the ideal place for the Fringe show ‘Acoustic...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
The Wheaty and Waits – now that’s a good combination! So are the artists involved in bringing their Fringe show to the Thebarton venue, “Beautiful Blue – Songs in the Key of Tom Waits”, including Nigel Wearne (VIC), Cal Williams Jr, Emily...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
In a big coup for local trio Me ‘N’ Me Mates, they’ve got Aussie legend Ted Egan on board for their shows at Fringe – hot on the tail of their performances together at Tamworth earlier this year. Winner of a Lifetime Achievement Award at the...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
The Crown and Anchor Hotel is ideally placed for Fringe madness, in the heart of the East End and mere steps away from the ‘hubs’. But it also holds its own throughout the year as one of Adelaide’s best and popular live music venues, a reputation it...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
Guitarist Declan Zapala is having a good year. 2016 has seen him perform along side guitar legend John Williams at London’s Bush Hall, and saw the release of his debut album ‘Awakenings’ (String Theory Records UK) at the coveted Royal Albert Hall...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
Tucked away behind the Town Hall is a charming little venue that plays host to The Garage International’s series of Fringe shows. Top of our list is “Oriental Flair”, performed by The School of Chinese Music, and led by outstanding eastern harp...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
Not only has the captivating sound and visual experience that is Heartache & Drum Breaks wowed Fringe audiences – it’s obviously wowed the Fringe Awards panel too as it took home a Highly Commended Weekly Award. Tim Whitt’s world is one of weird...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
Ahhhh, The Grace. This beloved hotel in the West End is an oasis of live music, great beer, fun crowds and no pretension. The Grace Emily Hotel has been active in the Adelaide Fringe for 10 years roughly, with steady growth in shows and audience. The last 5 years have...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
After taking Europe by storm in 2015, Adelaide born artist Kirbanu is back down under to release her 2016 album Drifting and to perform at the Fringe. Kirbanu collects stories, weaving them into engaging songs that are brimming with heart and soul – then shares...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
What you need to know about The Jade: it’s amazing! (Actually, you knew that already…) Nestled nicely into a 150 year old heritage building, it is a performance space, bar & cafe, and has one of the most gorgeous ‘beer gardens’ in town. It...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
Living in Berlin for 4 years sounds pretty darn good… Melbourne born artist PHIA thinks so, and is finally returning to Oz for some shows after writing and performing all over Europe. In Adelaide for the Fringe, she has several shows at the Grace Emily, where...
by Skye Walter | Feb 24, 2016 | Frusic Features
Fringin’ in the ‘burbs? You need to head to the “Top of the Ark.” At only 5 minutes from the CBD, The Arkaba Hotel a convenient eastern mini ‘hub’ for the festival. Bonus: free parking and all day dining til 10pm! This Fringe...
by Skye Walter | Feb 22, 2016 | Frusic Features
Singer/songwriter, Guitarist, percussionist, composer, advertiser, lawyer, drinker, ranter. Quite a lot of titles for one man, but Dave Sattout handles them all with deftness. The Sydney based muso journeys west for Adelaide Fringe, bringing along his dextrous guitar...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
For her first ever Fringe show, Adelaide vocalist Racheal Leahcar brings the best of her collection to the Salisbury Secret Garden along with good mate Kylie Brice. It’s also a day before The Voice finalist’s 22nd birthday! A legally blind...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
Jive is a west end institution, and a home for live music since 2003. Originally opened as a Gentlemen’s Club called The Baygonue in the late 1950s, the building was also well known as La Belle in the ’70s. It was very popular as Toucan Tou in the ’80s,...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
Another fest within the fest! South Australia gets its first Psychedelic/Stoner Festival this year with ‘TripFest’ at The Gov, Sat 27 Feb. Brought to you by Gravy Train Promotions, it boasts a lineup of some of our best loved psychedelic acts in the scene,...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
In one of the most unusual settings for a Fringe performance, you’ll find The Fiddle Chicks at the Adelaide Planetarium for their show “Don’t Worry About Brucie”. The gals have played there before a few times, where their virtuosity and a...
by Skye Walter | Feb 15, 2016 | Frusic Features
“One show only!” Now that better motivate you to get on over to Fringetix quicksmart. Folk Sessions with Luke Marshall & Luke Hueppauff is bound to be a delightful and intimate performance at the Grace Emily Hotel, featuring original songs about...
by Skye Walter | Feb 15, 2016 | Frusic Features
It’s a Fest within a Festival. “The Port Rocks” is on the last Sunday in February in Port Adelaide, bringing you live music in heritage pubs AND a dolphin sanctuary cruise!! On 28 February, the Port has it all. It’s got Rockabilly, it’s...
by Skye Walter | Feb 15, 2016 | Frusic Features
“Yacht Rock.” Yes, it is a thing. A popular thing… the Fringe show featuring this ‘genre’ of music has a reputation for selling out! A creation of Adelaide’s indie act Doctor DeSoto, frontman Mikey Green confesses their show...
by Skye Walter | Feb 5, 2016 | Frusic Features
“Counterpoint” is the latest creation from the musician / visual artist collective, “We As Art, We As Artists”, who have been coming up with unique presentations for Fringe since 2012. Sparked by an idea from Adelaide singer/songwriter Mary...
by Skye Walter | Feb 5, 2016 | Frusic Features
If you’re a fan of quality music with a leaning towards alt. country, indie folk, singer/songwriter, acoustic, and a touch of indie rock, chances are you’ve been to The Wheatsheaf Hotel in Thebarton. Just outside the CBD, “The Wheaty” is a no...
by Skye Walter | Feb 5, 2016 | Frusic Features
From a tobacconist to the home of cabaret, La Boheme has a long history in Grote Street. Charles Edward Tunney’s tobacco store nearly had an 100 year run, starting in 1910 and enduring as a family business right up until 2004. In 2005 it opened by the Boylon...
by Skye Walter | Feb 5, 2016 | Frusic Features
Want punk rock? Mercenary Promotions have you covered in the Adelaide Fringe with multi-band shows of local lineups, including an all ages show at the Duke of York. This gig will be the first ever Fringe Fest appearance by indie rock funksters Six-1-Six, along with...
by Skye Walter | Feb 5, 2016 | Frusic Features
Adelaide Fringe has something for everyone, and the music program* hasn’t forgotten the youngest fans out there – Boomstars have a funky and fun interactive show for young families that will give the Wiggles a run (or wiggle?) for their money! Last year...
by Skye Walter | Feb 1, 2016 | Frusic Features
“Lord of the Strings”. Admit it – it had you at the title! This is indeed an apt description of Matthew Fagan’s “ultimate multi-instrumental show”, as the consumate entertainer sets his talents to a handmade 10 String Spanish Guitar,...
by Skye Walter | Jan 27, 2016 | Frusic Features
UPDATE! All 3 official Fringe dates for this show have sold out – BUT – Louis has added a 4th Show on 6th March due to popular demand! Details on the Facebook Event > He’s only 19, but Louis Donnarumma has the goods when it comes to presenting an...
by Skye Walter | Jan 27, 2016 | Frusic Features
Aficionados of acoustic music will be familiar with The Singing Gallery in McLaren Vale. The former Congregational Church on the Fleurieu Peninsula was purchased by folk singer Dave Clark & his friend Jim Fletcher in 1992, and it has spent the years fostering...
by Skye Walter | Jan 27, 2016 | Frusic Features
It’s a tried and true tradition for bands – launch a new release as part of the official Fringe music program. It works! And it’s good fun. Kylie Brice and band are taking up the opportunity, with new EP “Broken and Beautiful” to make its...
by Skye Walter | Jan 27, 2016 | Frusic Features
Rob Pippan should just set up camp at The GC (aka The German Club) during Fringe. The inexhaustable guitarist and music director has a whopping 9 shows at the venue for the “In Concert Series – Icons and Tributes.” Note – that’s 9...
by Skye Walter | Jan 27, 2016 | Frusic Features
Did you know the Edinburgh Castle was the 1st in SA to get a publican’s license, way back in 1837? It first opened as Guthrie’s Hotel in honour of owner George Guthrie and in 1839 became the Edinburgh Castle Inn, before changing to the Edinburgh Castle Hotel in...
by Skye Walter | Jan 23, 2016 | Frusic Features
Photo by Helen Page For a building that started out in 1905 as a flour factory, Fowler’s Live has come a long way as one of Adelaide’s classic live music venues. Taking its name from D and J Fowler’s early enterprise, the venue also has a history as...
by Skye Walter | Jan 23, 2016 | Frusic Features
Thinking Swing? Your mind will turn to Ella, Billie, Benny, Glenn, Cab and more. They all get a tip of the hat in a show that reminisces about the time when the roaring twenties gave way to the smooth, sophisticated jazz of the ’30s and ’40s. In the aptly...
by Skye Walter | Jan 23, 2016 | Frusic Features
Enjoy a Fringe show and learn some handy vocal techniques at the same time. Win-win. “1 Way To Sing Easy 2”, features an instrument we all have, and vocalist Brian Gilbertson can do anything with it. His impressive CV includes a history of training...
by Skye Walter | Jan 23, 2016 | Frusic Features
What’s better than one show during the Fringe? Two different shows! Adelaide singer Bonnie Lee Galea will have her hands full as she takes on some of the great classics in her shows “Bessie * Billie * Dinah” and “You Must Remember This.”...
by Skye Walter | Jan 13, 2016 | Frusic Features
The Producers hotel sure has a long history – originally established as the Woodman Inn way back in 1839. These days it’s a versatile live music venue that caters to a variety of crowds, genres and events. On Thursday evenings, it is home to Open Grave...
by Skye Walter | Jan 13, 2016 | Frusic Features
Four Adelaide musicians band together to create a special evening in some of SA’s best live music venues for “A Case of You: The Music of Joni Mitchell.” Deborah Brennan, Liam Garcia-Hardman, Max Ziliotto and Louis Cann have all studied music and/or...
by Skye Walter | Jan 13, 2016 | Frusic Features, News
Once again The Bluebee Room plays host to an all ages show – something truly welcome in any music town! Known for giving many a band their start, having a supporting atmosphere and attentive audience, and being an all-round welcoming place, The Bluebee Room is...
by Skye Walter | Dec 17, 2015 | Frusic Features
The Adelaide Town Hall presents ‘One Night Only’ – Five nights, five intimate live music performances in one of Adelaide’s finest examples of Victorian architecture! Don’t miss out on this unique live music series featuring an exciting lineup...
by Skye Walter | Dec 2, 2015 | Frusic Features
Bibliotheca Bar is a relative newcomer to the “small venues” scene. A European style small bar in Adelaide CBD, its focus is on spirits from around the globe and, as the name suggests, lots of books. But it’s also embracing live music as it dives...
by Skye Walter | Dec 1, 2015 | Frusic Features
Actually, make that show title officially: “Citrus Jam presents the art of Pirate Shredding Flamenco Acoustic Metal”! A highly energetic and chaotic live show detailing his most epic guitar work battling the Sea Monster Orchestra on the journey to achieve...
