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We have the great pleasure of welcoming YESHE back to the Blue Mountains to perform in an intimate concert 'Live At The Attic' Hotel Blue, Katoomba for his 'Woven' EP Launch Tour.
SAT 22nd OCT
LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE for this boutique event!
Hailed by the Sydney Morning Herald as “Groundbreaking roots musician” and “Sublime ***** ” by the Montreal Metro, German born ‘genre bender’ Yeshe has explored all corners of the globe in developing a rich tapestry of sound and a vivid collage of musical culture.
He embodies the musical nomad, drawing heavily from his African teachings and expressing his music with a sophisticated style and distinctly cosmopolitan flavour.
His music transcends labels and boundaries.
A chance meeting as a teenager with Mustapha Tettey Addy – a world renowned Ghanaian master drummer and ethnomusicologist – sparked Yeshe’s musical journey of many years, living and studying Mbira, Kamele Ngoni and percussion in the villages and ghettos of West and Southern Africa.
In the early 1980s Yeshe met Canada’s most awarded blues artist Harry Manx and they have since collaborated and toured together globally. Yeshe’s début album World Citizen, which charted and won multiple international awards, was released on Manx’s label 2004. “Yeshe’s music will never go out of fashion, this kind of music will remain relevant for ages to come,” says Manx.
Since the release of his sophomore solo album 'Roots & Wings' in 2012, Yeshe has come into his own and has been in high demand, earning the growing respect and love of a global audience. The opening track ‘Peace Of Mind’ was voted #1 in the esteemed BILLBOARD World Song Contest.
After song writing collaborations with Harry Manx, as well as recording and touring with Xavier Rudd & The United Nations, Yeshe recently returned to the studio to boldly develop his new sound, recording the EP “Woven", to be released in October 2016.
“Yeshe is a triumph of multiculturalism……His voice – imagine Tom Waits crossed with Harry Manx……Were you looking for a snapshot of the wonder of Australian multiculturalism, this band is it” – John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald, Australia
“Truly a ‘citizen of the world’, his music is marked by African influences with a sophisticated style and very cosmopolitan touch” – Festival D’Ete, Quebec City, Canada
“Progressive, evolving and rooted powerfully in the earth, Yeshe continues to push cultural boundaries to find new sounds, new experiences and share simple messages of hope and peace” – Island Folk Fest, Canada
Yeshe will be performing with drummer Calvin Welch (USA).
www.facebook.com/YesheOfficial
www.yeshe.com.au
Hotel Blue is a family friendly venue!
Pizza and bar nibbles available to purchase on the night along with wine and fine boutique beers from the Parlour Bar.
Doors Open 6:00pm. Show Starts 6:30pm.
General Admission. Theatre Style Seating.
www.facebook.com/events/526050790920803
Tickets DISCOUNT Early Bird pre-sale $15 available from HOTEL BLUE (during reception hours) 88 Lurline St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Cash Only)
Or Card /Phone 02) 4782 6922 and Online $16.50 (Including booking fees):
www.stickytickets.com.au/40748
Or $20 on the Door from 6pm Sunday 22nd Oct 2016 (Unless Sold Out)
*Please Note - This is a limited capacity boutique venue!
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BARRY MORGAN IS… SPACED OUT at the
Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub, Springwood
FRI 7th OCT
After the fantastic sold out Blue Mountains show last year you won't want to miss this!
Barry Morgan from Barry Morgan's World of Organs (As Seen on Spicks and Specks) is the ultimate home organ salesman and owner of the World Of Organs store situated in the beautiful Sunnyside Mall, Adelaide. When he’s not busy giving the public the best organ deals in town, you can catch him performing live, sharing the ‘Joy Of The Organ’.
Barry wants to take you out of this world where no organ has gone before. For Space Travellers and Organ Lovers alike, Barry will play all the great cosmic hits from Star Wars to Space Invaders and beyond! You will be dancing amongst the stars as you get Spaced Out with Barry Morgan!
Barry Morgan rose to fame after performing on ABC’s Spicks and Specks where he became an instant audience favourite. After his Spicks and Specks Finale appearance, Barry trended #2 on Twitter, as the Australian public’s love for this character grew. Barry’s gone on to grace our screens on numerous shows such as Gordon Street Tonight, The Marngrook Footy Show and ABC’s New Years Eve Pub Quiz; as well as becoming a favourite guest on radio.
Barry has sold out live shows Australia wide including Melbourne Comedy Festival, Sydney Comedy Festival, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth Fringe, the famous Spiegeltent; and performed to adoring young crowds at Homebake and Falls Festival. Barry has even travelled his show overseas to the NZ Comedy Festival and Edinburgh Fringe.
“Sheer Magnificence” ***** – Five AA
“Whatever the reason, DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW!!” ***** – Johnathon Graham, FunnyTonne
‘The stuff cult figures are made of. Allow him to make your festival.’ **** – The List, Edinburgh
“The show is a triumph of character comedy with a broad appeal. See it. Enjoy It. Buy an organ.” **** – Scotsgay, Edinburgh
“You’d have to have a heart of stone not to love a well-coiffed, safari-suited organist extraordinaire” **** – Megan Miller, Herald Sun, Melbourne
“With one hand on his organ and another on the pulse of his audience, cult hit Barry Morgan unleashed his 1981 Hammond Aurora Classic on an enthusiastic crowd.” **** – The Advertiser, Adelaide
“This is entertainment with a capital E. Who knows, Adelaide’s own Barry Morgan may yet become this city’s greatest icon. Bigger than Don Dunstan, bigger than Bung Fritz!” Indaily’s Blog – Fringe Reviews music, Peter C Pugsley
www.mrbarrymorgan.com
www.facebook.com/mrbarrymorgan
VENUE: BLUE MOUNTAINS THEATRE & COMMUNITY HUB
104-108 Macquarie Road, Springwood NSW 2777
Ph: (02) 4723 5050 Email: thehub@bmcc.nsw.gov.au
Ticket prices are Adult $35, Concession $32 and Child 12 & Under $22.
Tickets can be purchased online at any time or over the phone or in person Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm from the Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub.
Ticket Link: www.bluemountainstheatreandhub.com.au/box-office
www.facebook.com/events/1712356098982081
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THE COMPANY Album Launch Tour + 10 STRING SYMPHONY (USA)
at Hotel Gearin, Katoomba, Blue Mountains
SAT 29th OCT 2016
The Company are embarking on an Australian tour to release their third studio album ‘Six and Five’ and are returning to Katoomba, following their Blue Mountains Music Festival performance in 2015.
We are very excited to announce that they will also be joined by Nashville progressive acoustic Folk duo 10 String Symphony.
Boasting two Australian Bluegrass champions on guitar, fiddle and banjo, The Company have a passion for high-energy original and traditional acoustic music and have solidified themselves as one of the best bluegrass outfits in Australia. The playing and singing is crisp, melodic and soulful. In concert you witness the band’s virtuosity but also a wry humour and engaging camaraderie. Highly regarded for their originality, they’ve appeared at major music festivals around Australia (Port Fairy, Woodford, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Queensland Music Festival, National Folk Festival, Mountain Grass Festival etc) and the UK (Hebridean Celtic Music Festival, Belladrum Music Festival) and have been featured on local ABC radio and ABC Radio National.
Nashville duo 10 String Symphony began as a partnership of mutual admiration and a much needed creative release valve for Rachel Baiman and Christian Sedelmyer, two 5 string fiddle players and veteran sidemen of Nashville’s music scene. Rachel, a former Illinois state fiddle champion in the old time tradition, needed an outlet for the new sort of songs she was writing, while Christian, originally a classically trained violinist, now a current touring member of the Jerry Douglas Band, was looking to get in touch the impetuous spirit of the rock bands he played in before his arrival in Nashville. With the love of the 5 string fiddle and its musical possibilities as its focal point, the band’s mission statement was as clear as it was expansive:
Two fiddles. Two Voices. Epic music.
Doors Open 8:30pm. Show Starts 9pm.
General Admission. Room configuration is a mix of cabaret seating and standing/dancing.
www.facebook.com/events/120675055033135
Tickets DISCOUNT Early Bird pre-sale $20 available from Katoomba Music, 140 Katoomba St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Tues-Sat. Cash Only) or the Hotel Gearin front Bar during open hours.
Or online $21.50 (Including booking fees): www.stickytickets.com.au/40698
*Please Note – there are a limited number of pre-sale discount tickets available!
Or $25 on the Door from 8:30pm (Unless Sold Out)
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LOLO LOVINA Album Launch Tour + Special Guests Belle Jar
in concert at Hotel Gearin, Katoomba, Blue Mountains
SAT 10th DEC
Fresh from their European CD tour, Lolo Lovina launch their new album in the Blue Mountains.
We had the distinct pleasure of bringing this fabulous act to the Blue Mountains last time and now have the honour of hosting them again a little over two and a half years later!
Presenting again 2 fantastic acts in one night –
Tango, Swing, Jazz, Multicultural Gypsy Rhythms with a touch of Balkan & French Flavouring!
Lolo Lovina (‘Red Beer’) are an intoxicating, cosmopolitan virtuosic brew infused with Unza, Swing and Balkan Gypsy beats. The only ethnic Romani band in Australia, fronted by Hungarian Romani-Gypsy singer Sarah Bedak.
Lolo Lovina’s music reflects the cosmopolitan identity of an artist, who grew up with three native tongues and cultures. The charming and passionate performance of the charismatic singer makes each of her concerts an unique experience. Featuring Serbian Rroma drummer and guitarist Nenad Radic, Stuart Vandegraaff on Sax, clarinet & Ney, David Carr on guitar and banjo & Nathan Gatt on double bass.
Lolo Lovina have played at the Opera House, Guca Festival Serbia, in New Caledonia, in Europe and to full houses wherever they go. Their album Rroma Sapien received a 4 Star review in the London based World Music magazine Song Lines (June 2016) and was played in full on National Australian radio.
‘RrOMaNTICS’ Lolo Lovina’s 3rd album features Lolo Lovina originals, traditional Rroma (Gypsy) tunes as well as signature ‘Lolo-fied’ covers. ‘RrOMaNTICS’ sees influences of Argentinian tango, Oz rock and deep Romanian Rroma. Expect soulful, fun, fresh, a little bit naughty and totally RrOMaNTIC!
“(Lolo Lovina)…have created an album that swings from traditional to groundbreaking Rroma music, all imbued with a tremendous sense of fun” – Lucky Oceans, The Daily Planet ABC Radio National
“You have to listen to these people, this is the future of music” – Brian Eno, Luminous Festival, Sydney Opera House
“With musicians from Ukrainian/Romanian, Hungarian and Brazillian backgrounds, this music is authentic to its roots and played with vigour and precision.” – Bradfield Dumpleton
“Musically and culturally Planet/MGM consider the group to be in the forefront of contemporary world music coming out of Australia. Their live performances are exciting, varied and professional with consummate performance skills from all members.” – Graeme Regan, MGM the Planet Company
www.lololovina.wordpress.com
www.lolothegypsycaravanstage.com
Ignited in the catacombs of Paris, Belle Jar brings you the madness and mayhem of infectious rhythms and manic fables.
They play an original blend of Gypsy, Klezmer, Swing and Pop styles, with English and French lyrics. They tell stories of anti-heroes trying to break out of the ordinary that will get you up and dancing.
Belle Jar‘s infectious energy has spread from festival to festival over the last few years. Their genuine interaction with people and their passion for what they do is evident. These guys will fire up your old country longings as wild boom-chak boom-chak rhythm meets bent melody.
www.bellejar.com.au
Doors Open 8:30pm. Belle Jar Start 9pm.
General Admission. Room configuration is a mix of cabaret seating and standing/dancing.
www.facebook.com/events/270708623301443
Tickets DISCOUNT Early Bird pre-sale $15 available from Katoomba Music, 140 Katoomba St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Tues-Sat. Cash Only) or the Hotel Gearin front Bar during open hours.
Or online $16.50 (Including booking fees): www.stickytickets.com.au/40665
*Please Note – there are a limited number of pre-sale discount tickets available!
Or $20 on the Door from 8:30pm (Unless Sold Out)
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Last year we had the pleasure of being a 'Creative Industries' finalist and this year we have been nominated in the peer voted "People's Choice" award category for the 2016 Blue Mountains Business Awards!
The Top 10 businesses receiving the most votes will be acknowledged as finalists and we would be super chuffed if you could take a few moments to vote!
Please visit www.bluemts.com.au/vote and select the 'Fusion Boutique'
square to cast your vote.
You also need to check your email following to confirm your vote. Thank you!
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EVEN MORE NEW EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON!
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FRANK YAMMA in intimate concert Upstairs 'Live At The Attic'
SUN 2nd OCT Doors Open 6pm - Hotel Blue, Katoomba.
Frank Yamma is the voice of Australia’s Central Desert striking a chord in hearts all over the world.
He is regarded as one of Australia’s most significant Indigenous songwriters with an ability to cross cultural and musical boundaries.
Frank’s rich and deeply evocative voice, mighty songs and exceptional guitar skills, combined with his honest tales of alcohol abuse, cultural degradation and stories of his country, are spine tingling.
When he sings, you listen and travel with him. An initiated Pitjantjatjara man, Frank sings in his native language and English. A love song sung in Pitjantjatjara will make your heart sing in whatever language you speak.
Come and see why Frank Yamma is the man everybody’s talking about in the global world music scene, performing songs from both of his acclaimed albums.
Venue: HOTEL BLUE, Upstairs "Live At The Attic". 88 Lurline St, Katoomba, Blue Mountains NSW 2780.
Doors Open 6pm. Show Starts 6:30pm.
www.facebook.com/events/1064494530263649
Tickets $25 DISCOUNT pre-sale available from HOTEL BLUE (during reception hours) 88 Lurline St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Cash Only)
Or Card /Phone 02) 4782 6922 and Online $26.50 (Including booking fees): www.trybooking.com/KVUK
Or $30 on the Door from 6pm Sunday 2nd Oct 2016 (Unless Sold Out)
This is an intimate seating venue and tickets are strictly limited!
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THE RUMJACKS
at Hotel Gearin, Katoomba, Blue Mountains
+ Special Guests TBA
SAT 15th OCT Doors Open 8:30pm - Hotel Gearin.
Born of a desire to make music in general and Celtic-flavoured punk in particular, The Rumjacks are an entity rather askew, cast adrift of the mainstream and the industry as a whole. These five musical misfits from the cobbled streets of old Sydney town are a group unto themselves and the music they’ve made their own.
"It almost seems impossible to suggest there’ll be more energy, for this isn’t something The Rumjacks have ever lacked before, either on stage or in the music itself. But these are five who have nothing to hide, they have no limit and there’s nothing to it but to make this music and make it loud, make it proud, add the extra energy and to hell with the consequences, for The Rumjacks and their slavering hordes will not be denied. They politely, but firmly, suggest you get on board." - Four Four Music
Venue: HOTEL GEARIN, 273 Great Western Hwy, Katoomba, Blue Mountains NSW 2780. Doors Open 8:30pm. Support Starts 9pm.
www.facebook.com/events/1697544770501896
Tickets $15 DISCOUNT pre-sale available from KATOOMBA MUSIC, 140 Katoomba St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Tues-Sat. Cash Only) Or the Hotel Gearin front bar during open hours.
Or Online $16.50 (Including booking fees): www.stickytickets.com.au/36280
*Please Note - there are a limited number of pre-sale discount tickets available!
Or $20 on the Door from 8:30pm (Unless Sold Out)
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THE COMPANY Album Launch Tour
+ 10 STRING SYMPHONY (USA)
at Hotel Gearin, Katoomba, Blue Mountains
SAT 29th OCT Doors Open 8:30pm - Hotel Gearin.
The Company are embarking on an Australian tour to release their third studio album ‘Six and Five’ and are returning to Katoomba, following their Blue Mountains Music Festival performance in 2015.
We are very excited to announce that they will also be joined by Nashville progressive acoustic Folk duo 10 String Symphony.
Boasting two Australian Bluegrass champions on guitar, fiddle and banjo, The Company have a passion for high-energy original and traditional acoustic music and have solidified themselves as one of the best bluegrass outfits in Australia.
With the love of the 5 string fiddle and its musical possibilities as its focal point, 10 String Symphony’s mission statement was as clear as it was expansive: Two fiddles. Two Voices. Epic music.
Venue: HOTEL GEARIN, 273 Great Western Hwy, Katoomba, Blue Mountains NSW 2780. Doors Open 8:30pm. Support Starts 9pm.
www.facebook.com/events/120675055033135
Tickets DISCOUNT Early Bird pre-sale $20 available from KATOOMBA MUSIC, 140 Katoomba St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Tues-Sat. Cash Only) or the Hotel Gearin front Bar during open hours.
Or online $21.50 (Including booking fees): www.stickytickets.com.au/40698
Or $25 on the Door from 8:30pm (Unless Sold Out)
*Please Note - there are a limited number of pre-sale discount tickets available!
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BARRY MORGAN IS... SPACED OUT
FRI 7th OCT Doors Open 7:40pm - The Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub.
Barry Morgan from Barry Morgan's World of Organs (As Seen on Spicks and Specks) is the ultimate home organ salesman and owner of the World Of Organs store situated in the beautiful Sunnyside Mall, Adelaide. When he’s not busy giving the public the best organ deals in town, you can catch him performing live, sharing the ‘Joy Of The Organ’.
Barry wants to take you out of this world where no organ has gone before. For Space Travellers and Organ Lovers alike, Barry will play all the great cosmic hits from Star Wars to Space Invaders and beyond!
You will be dancing amongst the stars as you get Spaced Out with Barry Morgan!
Venue: BLUE MOUNTAINS THEATRE & COMMUNITY HUB 104-108 Macquarie Road, Springwood NSW 2777
Ph: (02) 4723 5050
www.facebook.com/events/1712356098982081
Ticket prices are Adult $35, Concession $32 and Child 12 & Under $22.
Tickets can be purchased online at any time or over the phone or in person Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm from the Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub.
Ticket Link: www.bluemountainstheatreandhub.com.au/box-office
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YESHE in intimate concert Upstairs 'Live At The Attic'
SAT 29th OCT Doors Open 6pm - Hotel Blue, Katoomba.
Hailed by The Sydney Morning Herald as “groundbreaking roots musician” and “sublime *****” by the Montreal Metro, German born Yeshe has explored all corners of the globe in developing a rich tapestry of sound and a vivid collage of musical culture. He embodies the musical nomad, drawing heavily from his African teachings and expressing his music with a sophisticated style and distinctly cosmopolitan flavour.
His music transcends labels and boundaries.
“Yeshe is a triumph of multiculturalism……His voice – imagine Tom Waits crossed with Harry Manx……Were you looking for a snapshot of the wonder of Australian multiculturalism, this band is it” – John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald
Yeshe will be performing with drummer Calvin Welch (USA).
Venue: HOTEL BLUE, Upstairs "Live At The Attic". 88 Lurline St, Katoomba, Blue Mountains NSW 2780.
Doors Open 6pm. Show Starts 6:30pm.
www.facebook.com/events/526050790920803
Tickets DISCOUNT Early Bird pre-sale $15 available from HOTEL BLUE (during reception hours) 88 Lurline St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Cash Only)
Or Card /Phone 02) 4782 6922 and Online $16.50 (Including booking fees):
www.stickytickets.com.au/40748
Or $20 on the Door from 6pm Sunday 22nd Oct 2016 (Unless Sold Out)
This is an intimate seating venue and tickets are strictly limited!
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RHYTHM UNDERGROUND 2016 - Rhythm Hunters + Si Mullumby (Wild Marmalade) + Another Special Guest still TBA
SAT 19th NOV from 8pm - Jenolan Caves.
One of Australia's most dynamic and busy festival groups, Rhythm Hunters once again take to the stage in the iconic grand arch.
www.facebook.com/events/233355693705899
Early Bird DISCOUNT tickets one sale now!
www.stickytickets.com.au/39297
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LOLO LOVINA Album Launch Tour + Special Guests Belle Jar
at Hotel Gearin, Katoomba, Blue Mountains
SAT 10th DEC Doors Open 8:30pm - Hotel Gearin.
Fresh from their European CD tour, Lolo Lovina launch their new album in the Blue Mountains.
Presenting again 2 fantastic acts in one night –
Tango, Swing, Jazz, Multicultural Gypsy Rhythms with a touch of Balkan & French Flavouring!
Lolo Lovina (‘Red Beer’) are an intoxicating, cosmopolitan virtuosic brew infused with Unza, Swing and Balkan Gypsy beats. The only ethnic Romani band in Australia, fronted by Hungarian Romani-Gypsy singer Sarah Bedak.
Lolo Lovina’s music reflects the cosmopolitan identity of an artist, who grew up with three native tongues and cultures. The charming and passionate performance of the charismatic singer makes each of her concerts an unique experience. Featuring Serbian Rroma drummer and guitarist Nenad Radic, Stuart Vandegraaff on Sax, clarinet & Ney, David Carr on guitar and banjo & Nathan Gatt on double bass.
‘RrOMaNTICS’ Lolo Lovina’s 3rd album features Lolo Lovina originals, traditional Rroma (Gypsy) tunes as well as signature ‘Lolo-fied’ covers. ‘RrOMaNTICS’ sees influences of Argentinian tango, Oz rock and deep Romanian Rroma. Expect soulful, fun, fresh, a little bit naughty and totally RrOMaNTIC!
Venue: HOTEL GEARIN, 273 Great Western Hwy, Katoomba, Blue Mountains NSW 2780. Doors Open 8:30pm. Support Starts 9pm.
www.facebook.com/events/270708623301443
Tickets DISCOUNT Early Bird pre-sale $15 available from KATOOMBA MUSIC, 140 Katoomba St, Katoomba, NSW 2780 (Tues-Sat. Cash Only) or the Hotel Gearin front Bar during open hours.
Or online $16.50 (Including booking fees): www.stickytickets.com.au/40665
*Please Note - there are a limited number of pre-sale discount tickets available!
Or $20 on the Door from 8:30pm (Unless Sold Out)
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