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Weekender Staff Picks

We have another rippin’ week of shows coming up. Delivered to you weekly, here’s your shipment of the freshest gigs in town as chosen by our staff.

Friday – Thunder Fox – The House of Music and Booze

Having spent the first half of the year revelling in their return to live touring, Sydney’s Thunder Fox have kept the same energy they’ve brought to stages along the East Coast into new music. The group’s music, drenched in groove and funk, is elevated and as they continue to explore new influences and creative pathways, Thunder Fox enter a new era. We can’t wait to have these guys down at the House and we’re excited to welcome you all here too!

Friday – Butter Bath – The Chippo

Straddling the gap between psych rock and RnB, singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer, Toby Anagnostis, delivers his conversations about self-assessment, love and spirituality under the moniker of Butter Bath. Toby directs every aspect of the creative process from the first drum groove to the final elements of production, making for a sincerely raw and undiluted insight into his psyche.

Saturday – Shadow – Waywards

On Saturday we’ve got one of Perth’s finest rappers, Shadow through at Waywards. This is a not to miss show if you’re into rap/hip-hop. Strong hooks and trademark rapid flows highlight just how much work SHADOW has put into his craft.

Saturday – Gut Health – Vic on the Park

Gut Health head out from Naarm for a few shows in anticipation of their upcoming debut 7″ ‘Electric Party Chrome Girl’ out November 18 (via Marthouse Records). Catch them at Vic on the Park for a *free* Friday night affair with local legends LOOSE FIT. Armed with just the one single, the band have done incredibly well for themselves in such a short time.

Tickets for all of these shows and more can be found here!

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Weekender Staff Picks

Another week of great shows is happening across our many venues this weekend. Here’s your weekly destination to find out what we’re looking forward to here at The Music and Booze Co.

Lee Sullivan and The Sleepers – The House of Music and Booze – Thursday

Tonight (Thursday) we have Lee Sullivan and The Sleepers at the House. Lee Sullivan is as comfortable in vivid indie rock as he is in contemplative alternative folk music. In everything he does, there’s a thread of care – his songs don’t shy away from the existential and tricky questions of life, and often offer a warm embrace or sheer fun after journeying through that troubling territory.

Austin Mackay ‘Dancing Through The Fire’ Tour – The Chippo Hotel – Friday

Friday night Austin Mackay takes the stage for the Sydney leg ‘Dancing Through The Fire’ tour. Fast rising Indie/Rock artist, Austin Mackay, is back with a brand new single ‘Dancing Through The Fire’, and to celebrate is announcing an extensive Australian Tour that will take in 16 shows across six states this October and November.

Palms + Bloods – The House of Music and Booze – Friday

Like sunshine through the rain, Sydney pop-punk pals Bloods and Palms have announced they will be bringing two special co-headline shows to Sydney and Melbourne. One night only here at the House we will see two of the country’s finest go head-to-head in a co-headliner for the ages.

Lincolns Gold – Final Show – Vic on the Park – Saturday

The time has come. The Sydney music scene has spoken. It’s time for Lincoln’s Gold to go!
Witness the live execution of this horrible band. Witness each member beg for forgiveness for the many vile acts they have committed. Witness the final ever Lincoln’s Gold performance and rejoice in their removal from our otherwise beautiful music community.

In all seriousness, it’s the end of an era. Get down on Saturday to say your goodbyes to one of the best!

Get tickets for all of these + more here!

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MBC Chats: Dead Witch – New EP

The world spins fast but Dead Witch spin faster, not even a year after their first single the band are soon to release their debut self-titled EP. It’s a true testament to the bands’ commitment to music and, moreover, each other.

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It’s fair to say that Dead Witch has played a big part in the revival of big-riff, fuzzy rock ‘n’ roll here in Sydney, and seem to have a lot of fun doing it. We caught up with the band this week and were lucky enough to find out what makes the proverbial Dead Witch clock tick ahead of their headline show at Waywards.

Speaking on the whirlwind that 2022 has been for the five-piece so far, the group had a few favourite memories from the year. “So many [memories]! Getting to spend a dream weekend down at Stranded Studios in Bellambi recording our debut was amazing for us” explained singer, Jaimee Taylor-Nielsen.

“Learning so much about the recording process and recording all the instruments live made it such a huge vibe. The guys running Stranded, Bowen and Cody, made the whole experience feel like camp.” Any session that produces good music has a bit of riot too, right? ‘We had a bit of a big night down there as well that resulted in memories that still crack us up (…and a couple of minor injuries).’

The bands’ success is a testament to the above; hard work and friendship melting together to create something beautiful. “It’s pretty special to be able to do something creative and have so many incredible experiences together.” They said. “We don’t take it for granted, it’s definitely added this other layer to our friendships, and our understanding of ourselves, and each other.”

Musically, Dead Witch takes cues from the Runaways, Nice Biscuit, Fleetwood Mac, Stonefield, and L.A. Witch. The EP is a love letter to their influences, yet remains keenly true-to-self. “The EP is a bit of a melting pot but is ultimately a great introduction to Dead Witch. It features our two punchier rock singles, ’15 Dennies’ and ‘Starfucker’, plus two more longer-form songs, ‘La Nina’ and ‘Falling in Line.’” Said Jaimee. “The two new songs are these more undulating jammy psych journeys… we love playing them live and are really excited about having them on the record.”

We’re very lucky to be hosting Dead Witch on the 18th at Waywards. It’s always a special moment seeing the five-piece grace the stage and captivate audiences. In a mix of emotions the band are both excited and nervous ‘So excited! Also nervous lets be real. Playing to hometown crowds is simultaneously super special and also sometimes we get in our heads about it…’ They said.

‘We could let the imposter syndrome take over but that’d be pretty boring of us hey. Shows are getting way more fun as we get more under our belt and having familiar faces in the crowd is killer. It also usually means there’ll be a good kick on.’

Come down to Waywards on the 18th and get amongst it with a killer line-up including support from Magic Machine, Liquid Zoo and Itchy & The Nits. It’s bound to be one of the biggest local shows of the year! Tickets here.

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Weekender Staff Picks

It’s that time of the week again. Smack bang in the middle. You’ve recovered from last weekend and the anticipation is building for this weekend. We hear you loud ‘n’ clear friends.

Scratch that itch with a gig or two at one of our venues.

RAGE 400 a surf video by Toby Cregan – House of Music and Booze

Kickin’ off the weekend early, we have the RAGE 400 tour stopping here at the House of Music and Booze on Thursday night. Hitting the road with a new Surf vid featuring Noa Deane, Creed Mctaggart, Wade Goodall, Jaleesa Vincent, Jake Vincent, Shaun Manners and more. Shot completely on the handycam, this is a raw look into the RAGE crews life at home. Music is coming from 1-800 Mikey & Perfect Actress. Let’s get that weekend blood pumping early.

Big Wheels – Queens Hotel Enmore

If you find yourself kicking around the Ineer-west on Thursday, look no further than seeing Big Wheels stripped back at Queens Hotel. It’s a new live series we’re doing. Perfect for date night or your mid-week hit of live tunes.

Mac the Knife – Labour in Vain launch – House of Music and Booze

A couple of weeks ago, Sydney garage-punks Mac the Knife shared the first offering from their upcoming EP, with the track ‘Labour in Vain’. The song is a battle cry to overcome the fear of judgement of others, and is a love letter to becoming a better self. They’re taking their emphatic live show to The House of Music and Booze this Friday. Don’t miss it!

VOIID – Lexapro Tour – Waywards

Meanjin/Brisbane-based punk prodigies VOIID return with their blistering new single ‘Lexapro’. The first single off their forthcoming debut LP, due early 2023. They’re hitting one of our favourite venues, Waywards on Saturday, with DUST and Boycott. This one is gonna be a killer.

Organs – Halloween Show – Vic on the Park

Sydney best bois Organs are back for a belter of a show this Saturday night at Vic on the Park. If you’ve seen them live, you know what you’re in for. If you haven’t, Saturdays the day to find out. Hot off a string of shows in Sydney and Wollongong, the lads return to the headline spotlight to spread some spooky spirit on Halloween.

GRAIN Road Trip: FLOWERTRUCK Album Launch – House of Music and Booze

Grain are road trippin’ with their besties on Saturday. Sydney / Illawarra garage-pop outfit FLOWERTRUCK are packing the bus (read: Holden Astra) and hitting the road in support of their brand-new album Partly Cloudy – the long-awaited sister record to their 2018 debut Mostly Sunny. This is a line-up that doesn’t come around too often.

Flowertruck (Album Launch)
Melaleuca
Flamingo Blonde
Hollie Joy
+ more TBA

Tickets and info for all shows here!

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MBC Chats: Mac the Knife – Labour in Vain

The garage-punk heavy hitters take us through their latest release and what their new sound means for the future.

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A couple of weeks ago, Sydney garage-punks Mac the Knife shared the first offering from their upcoming EP, with the track ‘Labour in Vain’. The song is a battle cry to overcome the fear of judgement of others, and is a love letter to becoming a better self. The band have been a staple in Sydney’s underground music scene for years and are finding strong form in 2022, fresh off some big supports for the likes of Johnny Hunter, and getting love from Triple J and FBI – perfectly preceding their upcoming EP ‘In the Shadow of it All’.

“It is a love letter to being a better you, to acknowledging your shit and working through it.” shares the groups guitarist, Curtis. “But more importantly, to being happy with who you are without the validation of others. A reminder that fear only holds control over you if you allow it to.” Regardless of how heavy hitting the band can be sonically, their unmistakable honesty and imagination shines through the thrilling music.

“We are so happy to finally show what we’ve been working on for what feels like forever and how far our music has changed from the first E.P. “

‘Labour in Vain’ is the bands first release since 2018, and it’s clear to see that the last few years have influenced their sound in 2022.

“We got a chance to redefine our music evolving it into something we’re really proud of.” shares Curtis, continuing “It’s made us more thoughtful about what we’re writing about and reignited the fire for live music. It’s so nice being back playing live!”

Mac the Knife manage to acknowledge their influences and reference some of the great bands of our time, whilst maintaining complete authenticity in their music. Citing Idles, The Murder Capital, Fontaine’s D.C., Press Club and The Strokes as the soundtrack to the studio sessions for In the Shadow of it All. The band also showed love for Sydney locals Muscle Mary, Barley Passable, Joseph Liddy and the Skeleton Horse and Marilyn Maria, stating that these acts are favourites at the moment.

One such act, Marilyn Maria are supporting Mac the Knife at The House of Music and Booze this weekend. “Some unbelievable bands are playing with us and if the show sells out maybe Bryn will remove his shirt.” Said Curtis. “If that’s not a selling point I don’t know what is!” Well, you heard the man. Tickets are moving incredibly fast and will sell-out! Get them now here and find out what all the hype is about for yourself.

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HOT OFF THE PRESS: NEW SHOWS

Another week, another round of delicious shows for you! Check out what’s just been announced here at The Music and Booze Co.

Palms + Bloods live @ The House of Music and Booze – Friday November 4th

Like sunshine through the rain, today Sydney pop-punk pals Bloods and Palms have announced they will be bringing a special co-headline to our very own House of Music and Booze. Tickets have just gone on sale and will move like lightening, get them here now!

Dead Witch EP Launch live @ Waywards – Friday 18th November

Sydney’s Rock and Roll heartthrobs Dead Witch have this week announced their debut EP ‘insert title’ alongside their biggest headline show to date. The 5-piece know how to put on an electrifying live show, and it’s only fitting they’re starting to play the big rooms. Off the back of the success of their most recent track ‘Starfucker’, this next project is bound to be killer! Tickets here

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PANIA EP Launch @ Golden Age Cinema – Saturday 19th November

Melbourne R&B artist PANIA is hitting the iconic Golden Age Cinema next month. Armed with new track ‘proof’, and a growing audience in both Australian and the rest of the world, PANIA is on the edge of stardom. The show is free, but it’s first in best dressed so get down early, have a cocktail or two and enjoy the show! RSVP here.

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Harry Manx live @ The Great Club – Final Show – Thursday 8th December

Harry Manx is a Canadian musician who blends blues, folk music, and Hindustani classical music. After next to selling out the Great Club this week, Manx is back for a final show in December which is already selling fast. So, get in quick or regret missing one of the most memorable nights in Marickville.

Full guide + tickets here!

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Weekender Staff Picks

Spring is in full swing, and we got some gigs to sling! Along with the full gig guide here (add link) we have a handful of special shows happening across our venues this weekend.

Namely, Sierra Ferrell finishes off her very successful Aussie tour with a farewell Sydney show at The Great Club on Thursday night. If you were lucky enough to get a ticket, you’re in for one hell of a night. If you didn’t, get familiar with all things Sierra here and let’s hope she gets around another Australian tour soon.

Come have breakfast for dinner with us on Friday at the House of Music and Booze as Lola Scott launches her new EP ‘Breakfast for Dinner’. After landing cover star on Spotify’s ‘Indie Arrivals’ playlist, as well as massive support from Triple J and national radio, Lola is taking her infectious indie-pop sound to our stage for one-night only! If you haven’t got tickets yet, snap them up to catch Lola in an intimate venue before she’s selling out theatres.



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The nations capitals most beloved punk-rockers, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers are keeping your pockets and hearts full with a FREE gig on Friday at one of the inner-wests most revered pubs, The Vic on the Park. Armed with the acclaimed EP Pretty Good for A Girl Band featuring hits ‘AHHHH!’ and ‘Girl Sports’ this is one show not to miss. Supported by Sydney icons Downgirl.

“Although, considering they are gearing up to release their debut EP ‘Pretty Good For A Girl band’, that doesn’t seem like a fair analysis. Because at this point, there’s no telling of the scope that Teen Jesus will attain” – Beat Magazine.

If you’ve recovered from our Thursday and Friday offerings, Heavy Demo Vol. 1 is your Saturday destination. The team behind Heavy Demo are putting on a party at the House of Music and Booze headlined by punk legends Straight Arrows. It’s the first of what will be a growing cult event in Sydney’s buzzing music scene. Grab a ticket here and you’ll be in the running to win a pair of Audio-Technica earbuds, ‘cause why not?

Full line-up:

Straight Arrows

The Melodrones

Bad Jeep Country

Heavy Metal Country



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Waywards is throwing it back on Saturday night with Butterfingers taking over the venue for the 15-year anniversary celebration of their hit single ‘FIGJAM’. Tickets are moving so get in quick.

So, what are you waiting for? Hit the gig guide for all tix, info and whatever else you need to get yourself down to one of the hottest shows in town this week.

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WORK WITH US! VENUE BOOKING AGENT

The Music and Booze Co is a Sydney-based music agency and events company that books musicians and programs entertainment for a range of Sydney venues and hospitality groups. The company also owns and operates its own festivals and events including the King Street Carnival, Bad Friday and Beer Footy and Food festivals. We specialise in discovering, booking and creating pathways for independent artists. We also pride ourselves on having our ear to the ground and providing opportunities for emerging artists within our own events and the venues we work for.

JOB SUMMARY

VENUE BOOKING AGENT

RESPONSOBILITES

Your duties will include:

  • Managing the live music calendars of multiple venues
  • Curating line ups in line with briefs provided
  • Monitoring sales for ticketed shows to identify where further marketing and promotion efforts are required
  • Collating weekly reporting of show attendance figures across multiple venues as well as agency/venue/artist income
  • Reporting to venue stakeholders on a weekly basis
  • Fielding daily general booking enquiries
  • Advancing shows (putting tickets on sale, worksheets, contracts, guest lists, etc)
  • Post show settlements (ensuring funds are paid to artists)
  • Sourcing and booking door staff for ticketed shows
  • Scheduling social media posts

EXPERIENCE

You will:

  • Have a driving passion for live music and entertainment across all genres and thirst to discover new talent
  • Have good knowledge of the local underground music and creative scene
  • Have at least 2-3 years’ experience in a venue booking agent role or similar
  • Have a thorough understanding of the current live music landscape, both in Sydney and nationally.
  • Have a keen eye and ear for new emerging artists
  • Be well organised and have excellent time management skills
  • Be proficient in e-mail, Microsoft word and excel
  • Have a relative understanding of social media platforms
  • Have a hands-on and ‘roll your sleeves up’ attitude

The Music and Booze Co is a small company that values the individual and respects the uniqueness of all its team members. This is a fantastic chance to grow with a well-respected and long-standing entertainment company that is looking to expand across its many business arms in the coming twelve months.

For the right applicant, this is a rare hands-on opportunity to be part of building a business, growing professionally and benefiting from the successes of that growth. 

If this role sounds like you, please apply here – https://thebrag.com/jobs/ad/venue-booking-agent/

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OUR GREAT SOUTHERN NIGHTS 2022 LINEUP

We’ve rustled up a huge lineup across the 6 venues we are looking after currently for this year’s Great Southern Nights. From the punk sounds of C.O.F.F.I.N at Paddo RSL to the dance grooves of Close Counters at Waywards. From cult singer-songwriter Jen Cloher to talked up-and-coming producer Taka Perry at The Chippo. There’s so much to discover. Check out the full lineup below:

Waywards
March 25th– Down For Tomorrow + Terra + Sammy Honeysett
March 26th– Nyxen + Champion The Boy
April 2nd – Jen Cloher
April 8th – Close Counters + Anieszka + Jess Reiss

The Chippo
April 1st – Micra + 90ivy + Gloomie
April 8th – RADICALS + Silky Roads + Dog Pound
April 9th – Taka Perry

Golden Age
Caiti Baker + Sofia Isella
Gena Rose Bruce + Juice Webster
Dominic Breen + Lucy Parle

Vic On The Park
March 18th – Abby Bella May + Purple Drapes 
March 19th – Sloan Peterson + Krystal Rivvers 
April 9th– Liyah Knight

Paddo RSL

March 31st – Beasts Of The East (Maisie’s Vacation, Tallulah, Dead Routes)
April 2nd – Monkey Spanner
April 3rd – C.O.F.F.I.N + Concrete Lawn + Nerve Damage

The Royal

March 24th – Gully Days
March 31st – The Nights

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‘Take You Pick’ Photo Exhibition by Joel McDonald @ The House of Music & Booze Co.

One of your first opportunities to come down & check out our new pub! Yeah Rad legend Joel Mcdonald will host his ‘Take Your Pick’ exhibition down at The House of Music & Booze Co.

This ain’t no ordinary exhibition though!! In true @yeahrad fashion, we’re doing things a little differently. No red dots, no sold signs, no catalogues – You like something you see? Grab it off the wall, hand over the coin, the photo is yours and no longer in the exhibition. Rock up too late and you might miss the whole thing!

Speaking of cash, a portion of all proceeds will be going directly to the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre, who do amazing things to help support the less fortunate people of our community.The exhibition will feature some of our favourite stills from gigs, skate tours, road trips and general shenanigans, and they’ll also be playing some never seen before super 8 footage from the past few years of Yeah Rad!

Get down early for some free Mexican from Beach Burrito Co. & some Young Henrys bevvies!

RSVP HERE

The House of Music & Booze Co
161 Princes Highway, St Peters 2044, NSW

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