Fitzroy Hotel
161 George Street, Windsor
Phone: 02 4577 3396
Email: info@fitzroyhotel.com.au
PAST EVENT
March 15th, 2009 -
Darren Johnstone
Darren played his first professinal gig 21 years ago at the age of 15! Now a bit older a bit wiser Darren has seen heard everything that is ever going to happen at a giig, so he feels equipped to dealwill all situations. The key to keeping fresh in this industry it to learn new songs and love what you do.
Darren sings a wide variety of repertoire from rock to jazz musical theatre to country,song from world war one to the current top 40.
“Jumbledat is the most innovative group ever to have come out of the Blue Mountains.... their local following is something that has to be seen to be believed.... whatever you do, get along to one of their live shows and experience a creative honesty and vitality seldom seen in the music industry today.”
Ken Quinnell, President Blue Mountains Radio.
“Jumbledat are the kind of party funk band Sydney could only pray for ... they’ve got the style and the substance to go far in the music game!”
Jonno Seidler, whothehell.net
The Next Big Somethings are a local Hawkesbury acoustic covers duo featuring Stacey Abdilla on lead vocals and Matt Jones on guitar and vocals.
Matt is an extremely talented guitarist who has been working the club/pub seen in sydney as a solo act throughout 2007/08 and has recently joined forces with Stacey to form this predominantly blues/rock duo, these guys cover all bases with songs ranging from Led Zepplin to Gabriella Cilmi, Pearl Jam to Katy Perry.
Watch this space because this act is sure to storm the local and Sydney city scene in 2009!
March 7th, 2009 -
Battle of the bands 2009 (auditions)
Yes its back for yet another year, The fitzroy hotel is holding the battle of the bands for 2009 starting the 7th of March, to become eligible for the battle of the bands competition you must register with the fitzroy hotel and band memebrs must be 18 year and over ID will be required to register your band.
Heat:1 7th of March ,Particles
Space Project
Crash Syndicate
Smiles for Jacob.
Having formed Rough Stock in 1997 ,Glen Baigent from Riverstone NSW has continued gaining momentum with his brand of country music, since taking out Stallion Records “Battle of the Bands” Talent Search (at West Tamworth Leagues Club) proudly supported by legendary singer songwriter Brian Cadd in 2000 (Birthday bash for glenn the lead singer
Katie was born in Mona Vale Hospital and grew up in Hornsby Heights. She has always sung since she was little, putting on shows for her family with her sister and other family members. Katie grew up listening and singing to Whitney Houston and Barbara Streisand and always marvelled at their power and range. She sang in the school choir and local amateur musical theatre.
Turnpage are a three piece rock band from Sydney. Their music boasts the versatility of Goliath-like riffs and moody ballads. Mix that in with a unique melody and songwriting style and Turnpage are a band truly of their own.
The band has been building a steady fan base since 2006, and has recently released their debut EP, The Riverbed Cinematic. The guys are ready to set a platform by which they will take the Indie music scene by storm this year.
The group found its origins from the ashes of a previous band which Jimmy (Lead Vocals, Guitar), and Allan (Backing Vocals, Bass) were in. Having met Andre (Drums) through a mutual friend, they wasted no time in getting to work. The chemistry was immediate, and i think we all feel we are part of something special that we are prepared to take all the way, explains Jimmy.
Since forming, the band has been perpetually increasing in pace, having already played over 30 different venues across Sydney including Excelsior Surry Hills, Bar Broadway, and the Hopetoun. They have also had the honour of playing support for Grant Walmsely of The Screaming Jets at the Fitzroy Hotel, a venue which they are now the resident band in.
This band has some of the most dedicated musicians i have worked with recently, says Russell of Damien Gerard Studios, who recorded the bands EP. They have a maturity of songwriting and work ethic that extends beyond their years, I had a lot of fun working with these guys.
With a debut EP under their belts, there is no telling just how much this young band will achieve with their vibrant brand of rock. Watch this space!
Seattle Sound are a NSW Covers Band who formed in 1996 after realising that they could deliver the music influenced by the grunge explosion of the 90s coming out of Seattle.Unlike the many other Cover Bands that were around at the same time, Seattle Sound are the only surviving show from that period. They have proven themselves by their “repeatedly breaking” Attendance and Bartaking records, which they STILL, 7 years on, continue to do at venues like Castle Hill Tavern, G.Ws - Penrith, not forgetting the smashing of their OWN record at The Collector Tavern- Parramatta and The Fitzroy Hotel at Windsor,Free $ 10.00 entry after 8pm
