7 October 2014
It’s the fourth Wednesday of October, not a cloud in the sky and the countdown is almost over. Suited men and finely clothed women press themselves to the fence, eyes focused straight ahead. Those at home drop what they’re doing and listen out for the call. The gates open and the race begins.
7 October 2014
Nestled in boutique Highton Shopping Village alongside a few of the best alfresco cafes in town, Blue Suede is a locally owned and run men’s store. Priding itself on stocking only leather shoes (no synthetics) the range of shoes is almost ridiculous! Boasting over 500 styles all with full leather uppers and linings.
6 October 2014
The much-loved Marvel character Deadpool is getting a movie. Some of you may have caught the leaked test footage of the project – footage that not only had longtime fans wetting their pants, but footage that caught the attention of casual and unfamiliar fans.
6 October 2014
It is well known that race goers head to the Avoca Cup for a guaranteed good time…Known as one of the most fun and relaxed country race meetings in Victoria, the Pyrenees wine region hosts this magnificent race day on Caulfield Cup day.
6 October 2014
“I love the excitement that’s in the air during the Spring Racing Carnival. It’s that instant vibe as soon as you walk through the entry gates – people are bustling everywhere in a sea of bright colour, the race caller is overhead calling the next race, ladies are in their finest racewear complete with beautiful millinery and the horses are thundering down the homestretch.”
6 October 2014
‘I’m OK’ is one of the most common responses you will receive when you ask someone how they are. Even if they’re not feeling okay, it’s the response given. It is this that helped fuel ‘Wah Ha’, the new single from songbird Lisa Mitchell.
6 October 2014
Narayana Johnson and Kalyani Mumtaz are the souls behind Melbourne’s Willow Beats. The duo, who count Mount Kimbie, The Knife, Rusko and Fly Lo as influences, have been getting a lot of love since entering the music world.
6 October 2014
October 24 is the date to keep in mind if you’re a Lanie Lane fan as that is the date she drops her second album, Night Shade. Lanie’s debut album, To The Horses, woke many music critics from their slumber, so her newie has its work cut out.
6 October 2014
There’s always time for a look at Rainbow Serpent Festival. The four-day music, arts and lifestyle festival is as excited as they have ever been for their 2015 outing, and with good reason. They have put together another killer line-up, and with plenty still left to come, you may well see the festival selling out for the second year running.
6 October 2014
Seen as one of the most exciting metal bands to come out of L.A. in the past five years, these babies are ready to butcher the masses at Soundwave 2015. The dual frontwomen, Heidi Shepherd and Carla Harvey, command the stage while channeling the spirit of the late great Wendy O. Williams, backed all the way by brothers-in-arms, guitarist Henry Flury, bassist Jason Klein and drummer Chris Warner.
6 October 2014
Let me start off by saying that I hadn’t heard of Enrico Rava until this interview came about, so I madly googled the hell out of him, and I’m a little disappointed that it took me this long to discover such an amazing jazz musician. I must admit I consider myself a bit of a music novice, so I felt a tad guilty – until I read that Enrico himself had no idea who Michael Jackson was prior to his death! (For the record, Enrico is now a massive fan).
5 October 2014
“It feels like it’s been a long pregnancy!” laughed Adam Gresty, the charmingly soft-spoken frontman of indie rock three-piece Slow Chase. From the fruit of their collective loins comes ‘Exorcism’, a new single with the rock ’n’ roll swagger you’ve come to expect from these seasoned musicians.
5 October 2014
Planet Sun Tan & Beauty offer a range of beauty and hair services at one convenient location. Beauty services include; spray tans (booth and hand held) , eyelash extensions, waxing, facials, microdermabrasion, teeth whitening and solarium.
4 October 2014
On October 7, Cam Gilmour will release Anhedonia, his second EP and the follow-up to 2013’s A Bellyful of Classics. Cam has been performing around Australia for the better part of a decade, his most familiar endeavour arguably being Behind Crimson Eyes.
4 October 2014
Life is all about taking chances – something Melbourne’s Rachel Costanzo knows all about. She took the phrase ‘carpe diem’ to the next level. After hearing that radio station FOX FM was in the midst of a complete computer melt-down, resulting in dead air, quick-thinking Rachel called the station offering to play her single ‘Blindside’ down the line.
4 October 2014
It’s time for another round of rock and roll, New Zealand style. In support of their new album Deep Sleep, New Zealand’s The Datsuns are returning to our shores. The album was recorded in ten days and has a touch of ’70s rock influence.
4 October 2014
While everyone was enjoying the grand final celebrations Jake Doyle and Adam Ritchie, of five-piece the Drunk Mums, were stuck at the airport waiting for a flight to Hobart. After several delays the duo finally landed in Tasmania and were able to talk before they rushed off to another gig.
4 October 2014
Planning your holiday can be one of the absolute best and most exciting things you’ll ever do, from deciding where you’re going, to how long for, what your must sees are and what to pack. You’ll probably Google where the coolest bars are near your chosen hotel and the best times to go to galleries and certain attractions you want to see. You might even look up the best way to get around with the public transport systems and read fellow travellers reviews and blogs on the areas.
4 October 2014
Despite having just released his new film Wish I Was Here, Zach Braff has indicated that he is keen to return to TV land. Braff has been talking to old pal and Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence about creating a new sitcom together.
3 October 2014
Steve Smyth is one of the most unique and interesting talents currently touring the country. His amazing vocal range sees him transition seamlessly from growling Tom Waits-like vocals to beautiful and melodic tones reminiscent of the late Jeff Buckley – all of which is present in all its glory on his latest record, Exits.
3 October 2014
With their finger firmly on the pulse of the international electronic music scene, Rainbow Serpent Festival have followed on from their initial July release with some stellar additions.
3 October 2014
After what could only be described as the most turbulent twelve months of her career, Lady Gaga finally sounds at peace with life on her meticulously crafted duets album with Grandfather Bling himself, Tony Bennett.
3 October 2014
Don’t forget, Saturday, October 11 is the Up the Punx festival at The Tote in Collingwood, featuring a huge line-up of Aussie punk, ska, rockabilly and hardcore bands. It’s gonna be huge!
3 October 2014
So, here’s the thing: I’m generally pretty open about my distaste for the X-Men. What I generally don’t let on to my comic-loving chums is that I find Wolverine to be one of the worst of the lot. I’m still not sure exactly what it is about Wolverine that I don’t like – though I must confess that I really enjoyed Wolverine: Origin and Origin 2 for the sheer tragedy of Logan’s early years.
