Fitzroy Hotel
161 George Street, Windsor
Phone: 02 4577 3396
Email: info@fitzroyhotel.com.au
Tour Band
September 5th, 2010 -
Drew McAlister
Born in Narrabri and raised in Moree in country New South Wales, Drew McAlister grew up listening to Bryan Adams, Noiseworks and Slim Dusty and started singing at age 7. One of four children, after finishing school at the age of 18, Drew decided to take his music ability seriously and left the country for the dazzling lights of Sydney. He immediately picked up session work for major brand television and radio jingles. During the next few of years, Drew continued to write his songs, performed in many different bands and appeared on The Midday Show and Hey Hey Its Saturday numerous times. Drew then toured Australia with the production of Jesus Christ Superstar before eventually landing a recording deal with EMI
Brace yourself everyone, for the blues is about to hit town in a big way.
With over 150 years of combined experience Rhythm Method Crusade will bring their brand of Blues, Jazz and Rock to every troubled soul . The Band Consist of Troy Dwyer on Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar and Harmonica, Bonza Baz on Drums, Noel Backwards on Bass Guitar, Graham keavney and Owl the Monz on Guitars.
Publicans, in preparation for the up and coming blues festival in October later this year, are anticipating a searing few sets, and have decided to showcase this talented and soulful contemporary outfit.
Rhythm Method Crusade was formed from The heart and will showcase their songs from Artists such as, Howlin wolf, Ray Charles, Steppen Wolf, Elmore James, The Doors, Eric Clapton and many more other renowned artists.
With their innovative style they promise to deliver a mind blowing experience that will leave you wanting more. During the performance various guest artists will appear from other local bands to show the versatility and dynamics of the Rhythm Method Crusade.plus $ 15.00 steak &3 schooners deal every wednesday night.
In amongst the madness and fervor that has been the last two years, Melbournian four-piece Skipping Girl Vinegar have become one of the most talked about bands in Australia today. Comprising of brother sister duo Mark and Sare Lang and their respective childhood
friends Chris Helm and Amanthi Lynch, their debut single One Chance was the Australian itunes ’single of the week’, added to high-rotation on Triple J and championed by major alternative and ABC radio nationwide. The accompanying animated clip for ‘One
Chance’ also received critical acclaim with Rage featuring it as their first ever ‘indie clip of the week’ and JTV featuring it as their “new clip for the week” before it then charted in their Top 20. They were highlighted in Triple J’s Oz Music month as a ‘next crop’ artist.
Following the success of One Chance and with the release of their debut album pending, Skipping Girl Vinegar were offered some serious six figure major label & indie offers to release the album in Australia. But with a groundswell of international interest in the group rivaling that at home, they made the decision to maintain their independent route and release via their own label Secret Fox & licence the album in Australia to Melbourne label Popboomerang and MGM distribution. Released in Australia Sep 13th 2008, SGV’s debut album “Sift The Noise” is testament to the band’s obsession with melody, pop-hook, and the search to stretch their song craft. A dark, warm, organic record that reflects the environments and journey of the band, it was received ecstatically by public and media alike.
Alloway Grove is a new Sydney based artist that reflects the combined inspirations that stem from funk, blues, indie and rock n roll to create a funky vibe. Playing songs from his band Imperial and from some of his favorite artists, Alloway (Matthew Musumeci), has been gigging around Sydney for the last six years and has been inspired by the likes and diverse musical stylings of Steve Wonder, RHPC, Bob Marley and many more. Alloway has played in bands all over the greater Sydney area and is coming back to sing some of his most loved jams.
Progressive hard-rock band Breaking Orbit hail from Sydney.Previously performing under the name Nucleus the band released two EPs and played hundreds of shows around the country establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with within the Australian independent music scene.Breaking Orbit has solidified its live reputation supporting top-notch Australian bands such as Co, Dead Letter Circus and MM9, alongside their own headlining shows. Their record is strong in 2010 with the band playing more shows in front of sold-out crowds than not Breaking Orbits 2009 3-track Sampler EP secured national airplay on Triple J as well as community radio stations all around the world with their track Orion as well as their version of Massive Attacks song Dissolved Girl. A crowd favourite Dissolved Girl has even attracted the attention of Massive Attack guitarist Angelo Bruschini declaring In some ways I think its better than the original.2010 has seen Breaking Orbit continue to hone their talent, expanding on their catalogue of powerful and awe inspiring tracks, most recently spending time at The Grove Studios in NSW, under the direction of up and coming producer Evan Mchugh (MM9).Breaking Orbit will no doubt continue to inspire the masses with their extraordinary live performances, captivating music, and genuine approach.
With no signs of slowing down in the second half of 2010 Breaking
Orbit will embark on their first major national tour to promote the release of their forthcoming single My Direction their first international tour in Spring – all whilst continuing to work on their debut album which is slated for release in 2011.
Twelve Foot Ninja - a band with so many layers its intriguing they only hit the Melbourne scene in late 2008. A unique blend of genres wrapped in hard rock, check out the ninja Story on their website www.twelvefootninja.com, a deeper level of understanding only heightens the live experience that is Twelve Foot Ninja.Twelve Foot Ninja has quickly developed a reputation for high quality musicianship, energetic stage presence and a conceptual depth for those seeking more than just your average band. Whatever your after, Twelve Foot Ninja promises some hard rocking and thought-provoking performances.
Marlow formed in 2004, with a shared interest in creating a unique, alternative and driven sound.With the aim to produce a cinematic experience, Marlow experimented with unconventional sounds to create a style of their own.With their presence in the local scene, over the last 2 years Marlow has managed to stamp their name in venues such as The Annandale Hotel, The Gaelic Club and Newtown RSL.Marlow debuted their long awaited EP titled Opposing The Herd to a hungry, capacity crowd at The Excelsior Hotel on April 4 2009.With plans to push the EP far and wide across the country, Marlow are just starting to open up their stride.
Unknownquantity are an energetic four piece progressive rock band from the Blue Mountains west of Sydney. They merged onto the Music scene in 2005 with their melodic riffs and big sound, led by the powerful vocals of Matt Shaw. Unknownquantity have made a big name for themselves supporting bands such as Mammal, 28 Days, MM9, Sydonia, Rook, The Trial Kennedys and many more.
I have been writing music since the age of 13. I was born in Braidwood NSW, but raised in Jimboomba. QLD. I played my first gig at the age of 16 and have not looked back. I mainly write about love, lose, moods and so on. I would describe my music as country Rock, country pop. I have recorded an album in 91 titled The House Next Door. I have since written a new album, which is currently being recorded. I hope to have it completed by September 2010. I owe a lot of my musical talent to my parents who always encouraged me to play. My father taught me the inner tricks to singing, and rehearsed me a lot in the art of diction.
As for pub & club gigs and private functions, I always aim to please my clients. I have a massive range of cover material that I can pull from. The covers that I play cover most genres and eras.Armed with only my acoustic guitar, and top of the range sound equipment, I have been told that my style of playing guitar gives my cover songs a different feel to the artist’s originals. Everything I play you can bet you can pretty much sing along to. My shows are a great mix of covers with the odd original chucked in.
I am looking forward to playing at the Fitzroy Hotel in Windsor, and playing songs that people only think have been forgotton.
In 2005 Children Collide released We Three, Brave And True, a six-track EP that didnt so
much announce the groups arrival as kick the door down, featuring the brilliant We Are
Amphibious, the little b-side that could - and did, turning, reinvigorated, into the a-side of
2006s equally impressive Glass Mountain Liars EP. Now its 2008 and the band is pleased to
present their debut long player, The Long Now.This is a record that crackles with smarts and buzzes along with the undeniable sense of a band that knows where its going, a band that sees your lazy references and questionable stylistic decisions and raises them - into another stratosphere - as Johnny (vocals/guitars),Heath (bass) and Ryan (drums) create a tumbling maelstrom of rock in excelsis. Its a record with its eye on the future and its feet in the present and its imagination crossing astral planes
throughout it all.Theres the single, Social Currency, a barnstorming disco-political frenzy that observes the perils of cool, like a wallflower sitting on the side of the dancefloor with an Uzi in her purse.Musically I felt like it channelled the nu-rave and electro-clash stuff that has been
surrounding us for the last couple of years so I had to take the piss with the lyrics,explains Johnny.So, it became about bandwagons and self-appreciation societies and people who make art to get blow jobs and keeping your finger on the pulse. Which sounds like a bit of a sook, but it’s not.Far from it, in fact - the song has more dynamism in its pealing opening riff than a whole clubload of cool kids could dream of.
To say that the 6 teenagers who make up Howl have had a busy 5 months would be a drastic understatement. After taking out the highly competitive competition for Triple J s Unearthed High the band have met a flurry of festival shows, tours, interviews and alike head on and have now finally emerged with their stunning self-titled debut EP which hits shelves on the 19th of February through I OH YOU SHOCK Records and features the lead single and Triple J favourites Blackout and I Hear Its Love as well as new single Anyone But Us which has just been added to rotation.Having just completed an onslaught of frantic appearances at festivals such as Stereosonic Field Day Queenscliff Music Festival etc and their first east coast tour with good friends and all round nice guys DZ the six friends showed no signs of stopping for a breather as they slapped the P-plates back on the tour van and head out for the ‘ANYONE BUT US’ tour to celebrate the release of the release of their debut EP and are now gearing up for national tours with both Yacht Club DJs and Har Mar Superstar.
From the Inner West of Sydney Sarah Jane Ohara is an up and coming artist. A true story teller she entwines beautiful lyrics with folk piano and laces them with her unique vocal stylings.
Sarah-Jane discovered music as a child and knew instantly that it would be an intrinsic part of her life. Over the years her love for songwriting grew and she now finds herself in the studio recording her debut EP Life of A Paper Crane with producer David Symes.With a band of tallented musicians Sarah-Jane Ohara draws her audience into her quirky world of heartbreak, stinging bees and strange fictions.
In March 2009 Thousand Needles In Red was born.Tristan Bouillaut and Clint Boge began writing and designing the music that was to become their vision. We were fortunate to acquire the amazing talent of Lee Moloney on drums and Andre Madern on bass.Thousand Needles In Red draws on a wealth of experience from established bands to countless tours and records. The band has recently finished it s debut seven track ep with the legendary producer Jay Baumgardner at NRG Studios Los Angeles.2010 is already proving to be an exciting year, as they will be launching the band live and releasing the anticipated debut record nationally and internationally.Keep an eye out for Thousand Needles In Red through out March and April as they begin their debut In The Red Tour.
I lie still, supine. Paralysed by the dark machine.From above it watches me emotionless, cold and blank.I stare into its nothingness Intoxicated.I would stay here forever if I could, motionless.Gazing into the dead eyes of the Mechanical Black.
Dean Carroll was born December 23rd in Windsor, Sydney Australia. Dean Spent his infant years under the strict 7 year schedule of classical piano directed and influenced by his Mother and older sister. From here Dean rocked his way through high school on guitar and bass guitar writing classic alternative hard rock and Metal. It was here Dean started teaching himself to sing and play anything he wanted. Years past and Dean found himself in 5 years of service singing for Sydney 4 piece Metal Core outfit. This gave Dean all his songwriting, singing and industry experience which finally led him to the writings of Seeds of Light his debut solo album due out Summer 2010/11. Dean spent the best part of 6 months travelling Australia busking and writing the album - which is still blessed with riffs and melodies hes held onto since 2007. Originally beginning his journey down in southern NSW Perisher Valley, dean ventured back up the east coast of Australia all the way to Cairns and then across the desert and north to Darwin. With nothing but his guitar and Didge Dean survived and lit the way he envisioned his song writing to become.Dean has now independently recorded and produced Seeds of Light and is Due out Summer 2010/11.Dean will also be touring Australia this coming year and into the next backing his album and single release with a full band.
KINDREAD are a fresh new hybrid sounding act from Brisbane Qld that combine a fusion of funk reggae rock & amp jazz with elements of contemporized DUB layered on a bed of electronic ambience captivating harmonies and catchy melodies. KINDREAD come highly recomended for their outstanding songwriting and their live performance is contagious energy KINDREAD s live show embraces a ballad aura soaring into an uplifting energy guaranteed to get any dance floor pumping. KINDREAD have been working hard the last few years to build their fan base performing non stop to capacity crowds at venues and major festivals around Australia. Drawing in a range of influences from artists such as Michael Franti The Black Seeds Santana Bob Marley Blue King Brown KINDREAD have created their own fresh new style which is leaving anyone who comes in contact with their music wanting more. In July 2009 KINDREAD locked themselves away in the Vault studio s to record their debut album Free World and what would be the launch pad for their infectious sound to the rest of the world. The Free World album is a dynamic journey through a range of styles which is incorporated in their live performance. In the making of the Free World album the band worked with world class mastering engineer Leon Zervos Muse INXS Santana Crowded House & amp many more who added the touch of world class and captured the dynamic journey which KINDREAD take their listeners on with their epic tunes. KINDREADS live performance is a journey through great song writing and a dynamic flavour which only great musicianship can do well. Be sure not to miss them live.
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.
brOKentoys are a Sydney based band touring for their first release Innerness. The band formed in 2007 with Rod Foley and Joe Dabic, soon employing some well experienced musicians from Sydney. Over the past 2 years, brOKentoys has begun a huge journey through Sydney and its far Western Suburbs. Playing most of the well know band venues and supporting many local pubs and clubs.At the end of 2009, brOKentoys performed with Aussie rock giants, SPY vs SPY and The RADIATORS. closing the year with a huge packed house show. Now with a second album looming on the horizon and the launch of the official brOKentoys website, 2010 is shaping up to be another busy year for The Toys.The music of any band is what does the talking, and brOKentoys never shut up. With some of the most original and rocking sounds of the modern age, brOKentoys owes its sound to many of the earlier rock bands with great power chords, strong vocals, hooks in every tune and classic guitar solos which have been lost in this modern and technical world. Check out brOKentoys at www.brokentoys.com.au for information and shows.
Coming together in May 09, Rabble Rabble offer a sound that is both punchy and memorable. Inspired by the best popular rock outfits around, their songs are catchy and melodic with driving rhythms. Despite only recently joining the Sydney live music scene, they are quickly developing a strong following and impressing all those who hear them. Lead by frontman Mat Roberts, Rabble Rabble are sure to have you leaving a show with their songs stuck in your head for days.
I Am The Agent is an alternative rock band from Newcastle Central Coast of NSW Australia formed circa June 2009 and playing shows on a regular basis around Newcastle Central Coast and Sydney since August 2009.The band consists of main songwriter; Michael Gale (Guitar, Vocals) and brothers Daniel Lambert Guitar and John Lambert Drums who take influences from numerous alternative genres and styles including 90s grunge noise (Nirvana, Sonic Youth, Nine Inch Nails post hardcore At The Drive In mewithoutYou Thrice as well as taking core songwriting principles from indie and pop influences Kevin Devine Bright Eyes Manchester Orchestra. What results is a set of personal delicate and often damning one man and his guitar style songs which are meticulously shaped and structured into full band arrangements that can be taken in many different directions by the performers on stage. This haunting improvisation and experimentation system is what people find most rewarding about seeing the band play live.
The creators of RED FIRE RED Sean Hall and Josh Stewart have reunited in Australia to create the bands debut album to be released in 2010.Over the past decade abroad the pair have together and independently worked and played with likes of Faith No More Franz Ferdinand Bloc Party Placebo Tool Ozzy Osbourne and Metallica. They have sold tens of thousands of albums wowing audiences along the way from sold out club gigs to playing on the biggest European festivals.RED FIRE RED have just completed their debut album with mixes by top-tier Indie producer Ian Pritchett Cog Beautiful Girls Angus and Julia Stone and album art by Debaser Empire of the Sun Cat Empire Missy Higgins. The explosive and original sound on the album is already sparking interest with fans and critics alike. The album is scheduled for release in July 2010.
It was simple really Two Sydney brothers with a shared love of rock n roll thought it would be cool to start their own band, but what would they sound like? For influences all the classic rock bands were there, the Stones, AC DC and Creedence along with contemporary sounds ranging from the Kings of Leon and The Raconteurs to the Black Crowes and the living end. Throw in their own natural swagger and Boston Shaker was born. Five years on Ryan vocals and Jimmy guitar vocals along with bass player Pablo J and ex-Skulker drummer Ange Blackshaw are starting to make a considerable impact.Boston shaker have earned their stripes in true aussie fashion playing regularly in some of the country s most popular live music haunts supported some of Australias best known bands, the likes of British India, Regurgitator, Dallas Crane, The Skybombers and Airbourne. Boston Shaker shows are always full of energy and their raw brand of rock has earned them lots of rave.
Combining the electrically charged stage shows of the hard rock 70s and 80s with a touch of raw early punk and a brazen splash of modern attitude SUNSET RIOT are the new sound Australian rock n roll. Full of life and bursting at the seams with electrically charged raw rock n roll anthems this 5 piece are sure to inspire the inner guitar hero you ve been hiding away. Make sure you check out this explosive rock n roll experience. Like a bolt of lightning across the expanse of the Nullabor we are SUNSET RIOT
Put away the Laptop, Theres no computer music here! Neon Heart are a five piece, award winning, guitar based original rock band from Sydney. Their point of difference is their stage show they engage with the audience aren t afraid to take chances, and make every gig memorable. It’s hard to be unique when you’re a guitar based rock band in Sydney it seems every band has the same cookie cutter approach. But Neon Heart have figured out how to break away from the pack with their energetic performances and powerful song writing.
Neon Heart is :Ben Nas on lead vocals and Train Whistle; Matt Clark on Lead Guitar and offstage antics; Tim Clark on Bass and power stance Adam D. Dobson A.D.D on Rhythm Guitar and ink; Dee Dee Neil on Sticks and Skins. Having released one self titled EP they are currently in pre production for their next highly anticipated release.
When you can combine talent song writing intelligence performance and ambition you have a recipe for success. Never forgetting their rock n roll roots and never resting on their laurels Neon Heart are building a fan base, a reputation for excellent live shows and a growing respect from within the music industry.
After being crowned both a Triple J Unearthed and MYSPACE.COM featured artist in 2009 and selling out venues nationally on his Inkstain Tour in March Sydneys biggest unsigned hip hop artist Phatchance is hitting the road again with stage partner Coptic Soldier to cover more venues around the country this time with a full live ensemble through a string of thematically inspired Face Paint Party Events Beginning mid September and finishing with University October Fest celebrations, Australian crowds will become part of the live art experience with face painters painting the acts and punters at the door on entry
Phatchances debut album Inkstains is arguably the most personally revealing release to emerge from the genre and fills a niche that has been missing from Australian hip-hop for some time. The first single Inkstains is already receiving regular national rotation on Triple J and Street Press and Blogs across the country are raving about what s to come
October 23rd, 2010 -
USA Rock band Kill Kurt Reifler
Kill Kurt Reifler is an American two-piece rock and roll band comprised of Justin Kill Stoddard on drums and Kurt Reifler on vocals and guitar. The band officially formed in Thailand as the two American friends teamed up during their independent global travels. Combining their names to form the bands identity Kill Kurt Reifler promptly settled in Australia to record their debut album Sure as the Swing of a Pendulum. The album was recorded analogue to tape in just three days.Preceding the bands conception Kill and Kurt had been roaming the globe for nearly a year independently of each other; Kill throughout Europe and Nepal and Kurt throughout Europe and India. Theyd played together several years ago in a few different projects most recently touring behind Kurts solo album release in 2007. This time around music didn t enter into the equation for the first few months of their rendezvous. Rather they trekked through portions of Cambodia and embarked on a motorcycle adventure up the coast of Vietnam together before ultimately landing in Melbourne Australia. Kill Kurt Reifler will be on tour in Australia starting in October 2010 and in the USA starting in January 2011.
THE FUMES from OZ deliver uniquely Australian hard rock n blues with swagger and style. Their live presence is powerhouse, highly and frequently praised.THE FUMES have hit many highs in these past years, from their inclusion on Japans Fuji Rock Festival in 2008, touring exclusively as main support for Queens of The Stone Age, to dynamic showcases in Austin TX for SxSW 2009.THE FUMES also toured Canada, LA and New York to introduce themselves to North America whilst maintaining their signature profile of regular touring in Australia and Tokyo. Inevitably chalking up a well documented, high octane live presence on respected festival line ups and headline shows on rock venue stages.All this while they released their second studio album Sundancer in Australia MGM Distribution & Japan P Vine Blues Interactions. The release produced by Detroit legend Jim Diamond Dirtbombs Electric Six The White Stripes resulted with a tremendous number of stunning reviews from credible music media right around the World national international radio airplay; and a steady Top 20 position in the Australian AIR charts for 18 weeks.THE FUMES returned to NYC in October 2009 to showcase themselves at CMJ Music Marathon and will make their way back overseas in May 2010 to support their first release in North America & Europe Kayo Megaforce RED SONY. Before the band head offshore the final single from Sundancer will be released to radio in Australia in February to support their national tours with Clutch and Calexico.
These chorus lines are the true reflection of the mindset and way of life of the members of Australian rock band The Driving Conditions (TDC). It’s a path that is demonstrated on-stage through their give-it-your-all, sweat-soaked, high-energy live, and about to be brought into the home of the Australian public with the scheduled release of release their debut studio album titled “Full Throttle” (through Stock Xchange Music and Sony Music on the 29th March 2010), to all major retailers and digital partners. Recorded by Jeff Lovejoy who has previously engineered The Cruel Sea, Resin Dogs, Regurgitator, Powderfinger, Butterfingers and Custard at ‘Black Box Studios’, Brisbane and Ean Redman at ‘Sounds Like Butter Studios’, Brisbane.Produced by ARIA hall of famer Geordie Leach (Rose Tattoo) and mastered by Steve Smart (Powderfinger, Evermore, The Living End & radio Birdman to name a few) at 301 Studios, Sydney.
October 29th, 2010 -
Adam Hole & Marji Curran Band
The Adam Hole and Marji Curran Band have been getting audiences stirred up all over Australia and beyond with their high energy, foot stomping roots, blues and rock. White hot raunchy slide, powerful vocals and driving beats get people up on their feet with an uncontrollable urge to move every part of their bodies, they are mesmerized, all their senses are stimulated at once by whats going on in front of them. Adam Hole plays slide guitar like a demon possessed, he belts out originals and his own unique versions of some classic old blues songs with a vengeance. Marjis songs are powerful, passionate, heartfelt, and are delivered with a voice that gets down and dirty one minute then has you soaring like an angel the next. Pheobe Juskevics on drums tops it all off with her experimentally eclectic driving rythms. She will take you on a journey playing anything from a jerry can to chinese gongs…shes busy and bold and gets it all jumpin. This band are a fusion of different genres and have created a new sound of their own which is refreshingly different. There is no way you can pigeon hole this band, they put on a show that will have you feeling like you have jumped on a freight train and are being taken on one hell of an exciting ride. Get on board and you will see why this band are making waves wherever they go.Since forming in 2004, The Adam Hole and Marji Curran Band have gone from strength to strength. Returning from sell out performances at The Bay Of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival in New Zealand, The Toyota Gympie Muster in QLD, touring in Tasmania, WA and the east coast of Australia. They also blow audiences away with their unique and original sound at Music Festivals across the country.
After 2 years of honing his solo show in the sticky carpeted smoky drinking holes across Australia MARK EASTON has released his first solo album on the PLASTIC DONUT LABEL and distributed by ONLY BLUES MUSIC.MONEY IS THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL is full of stomping grooves! its darker than previous albums! if the title track and the 13 other songs that been recorded are any indication of what is to come your in for a surprise, it captures Marks live energy and showcases his multi instrumental prowess, the songs are built around the loops he creates on the fly and layered to create a band vibe without the headaches! its a more than worthy follow up to BANDWAGON, and in some ways its back on track from where GREENER left off, with some inovative and cutting edge slide guitar playing!
Richard Perso, being an only child he always had to make up for his isolation by creating the same amount of mess as 3 kids. Therefore it was only a natural progression that led him to making as much noise as a 3-piece band. He doesn’t seem to have enough arms, legs or lungs to pull off such a physically demanding performance but that doesn’t stop him from playing 3 didgeridoos, driving a weapons cache of 4 overdriven acoustic guitars and somehow managing to replace the roll of a drummer with little more than his 2 feet.Having only picked up the guitar 6 years ago, it is fair to say that Richard Perso has achieved more in his short time than many musicians may ever dream of achieving. He played his first festival at the age of 15, won a string of competitions and awards at the age of 16, played at the Adelaide International Guitar Festival and The National Folk Festival by 17. Now at the tender age of 18 he has added Woodford Folk Festival and New York performances to his resume, a further 17 festivals during 2009 as well as recording his Debut album in New York City which is was released in March 2010.During recent performances, Richard has been voted by festival goers as one of the most popular acts, outranking many of the headline acts.
Brett Hunt’s signature sound has evolved over countless
shows in country town pubs, national festivals and packed
houses at city venues throughout Australia. From early
performances in NSW country halls, Brett has gone on to
wow crowds in major metro venues and national festivals.
His proven stagecraft has seen him support music legends
such as Taj Mahal, Bela Fleck, Roger McGuinn, Chris
Smither, Terry Callier, Dr John, Robben Ford, Damien
Dempsey and Christina Olsen. He’s also supported and
worked with the cream of talented Aussie artists, such as
Jeff Lang, Lior and Carla Werner.
Brett’s self-titled debut album (immediate right),
produced by Jonathan Burnside (The Melvins,
Grinspoon, The Sleepy Jackson), was named album of
the year for 2003 by director John Carver of PBS Radio
(Melbourne). The release was followed by a live
recording of the track ‘Life’s What You Make It’, which
featured on the CD compilation Night Out at the
Basement Vol II, alongside artists such as John Butler,
Jimmy Barnes and The Badloves. The track also made
it to ABC National’s high rotation and footage from the
live version was broadcast on MusicMAXX (Foxtel).
19-Twenty is a foot stomping blues inspired force centred around front man Kane Dennelly. After 2.5 years of touring nationally as a two piece, 19-Twenty has morphed into a different guise.... Now you will find 19-Twenty as a solo act with rockin blues riffs, Irish influenced dance songs and foot percussion upto an in your face 3 piece band keen on getting folks boogyn Playing their own brand of Country blues, 19-Twenty have shared the stage with Billy Thorpe, Ian Moss, Jeff Lang, Ash Grunwald, Toby and Code Red, Pete Cornelius, Mal Eastick, Steve Arvey, Paul Greene, Ray Beadle, Chase The Sun, Adam Pringle, Wards Express and statesman Doug Macleod. They have played at the Bridgetown Blues, Bulli Folk, Goulburn Blues, Kiama Blues, Broadbeach blues and Headstock Guitar festivals....not too mention many a pub, backyard and community hall from Wollongong to the Useless Loop Mine.
Cheekily named “The Stray Roots” lay claim to being the Hawkesbury’s finest rhythm and blues outfit. Boasting several decades of live experience their repertoire consists of a mixture of dirty blues ridden swampy classics and provocative originals inspiring sweat filled nights of unbridled shimmying. Influences range from the earthy British sounds of Dr Feelgood to the traditional Chicago and Delta style of Howling Wolf and his contemporaries.
Troy Dwyer: Lead vocals and soaring harp
Troy has over 20 years experience fronting bands throughout Australia and New Zealand at different times sharing the stage with Dave Tice, Jeff Lang, Dutch Tilders, Fiona Boyce and Geoff Achison to name a few, whilst towelling through the depths of suburban beer soaked venues fronting “Dangerous Goods “ rhythm method cruzade, and the Lynrd Skynerd show.
Shannon Guihot; lead guitar and vocals
Shannon has been bending and breaking strings for over 20 years and with this outfit he seems to elevate himself from the vanilla fudge of the folk scene lnto a rock & roll pig. Shannon is an accomplished songwriter and performer having played festivals and gigs throughout Australia Andrew Ford : Bass guitar and lurid comment
Andy has been plucking the bass for over 20 years in various original outfits and moved on stage 3 times. Although has been known to show amazing agility in threading through crowded venues in search of the bar.
Justin Livingston :Drums and percussion
With 14 years banging away Justin provided the swing peppered feel to the band locking a tight rhythm section with Andy. To date Justin is the most successful Stray Root in the trouser department
Gail simply has one of the biggest voices in the business. Her earth shattering vocals and bubbly personality in combination with the extreme musical talents of Parris Macleod on piano and hammond organ draws immediate attention when performing live and leave the audience with the feeling they have witnessed something very special.Gails career started in 1993 when she first met Parris at the Beachcomber Hotel and asked if she could jump up with his band at the time The Mix. Parris was so impressed that after one song he asked her to join the band as the lead singer. Gail continued on for the next two years as the lead singer for the Sunday residential band performing with many of Sydneys finest musicians that joined The Mix including Mal Eastick, Kirk Lorange, Gordon Rytmeister, Sunil de Silver, Garry Steel, Paul Green, Andy Atwill, Roby Seracussa, Steve Furnley and many more.
Hailing from Sydney’s Blue Mountains, Music Oz (2010) blues / roots finalist Claude Hay is a rarity in today’s musical landscape; you see only one guy but the plethora of sound and music you hear makes you wonder where the rest of the band is. He is the modern-age One Man Band,being one of Australia’s best looping aritsts. He fuses slide guitar, sitar, bass and electronic percussion in a loop-driven edge-of-the-seat live show that invokes the best of stomping trad blues with a funk-dance edge that is making people’s ears stand up and take notice.Claude Hay’s independently released debut album “Kiss the Sky” (2007) was the ticket he needed to perform at venues and festivals all over the world, including in the UK, Europe and the US on stages famous for giving the likes of Springsteen, Joplin and Hendrix a foot in the door.“One of the most visually exciting blues players I’ve seen, I can’t believe he does all those sounds live” – Drew Wanjert, CEO,Phanphest, New Jersey, USA
19-Twenty is a foot stomping blues inspired force centred around front man Kane Dennelly. After 2.5 years of touring nationally as a two piece, 19-Twenty has morphed into a different guise.... Now you will find 19-Twenty as a solo act with rockin blues riffs, Irish influenced dance songs and foot percussion upto an in your face 3 piece band keen on getting folks boogyn!Playing their own brand of Country blues, 19-Twenty have shared the stage with Billy Thorpe, Ian Moss, Jeff Lang, Ash Grunwald, Toby and Code Red, Pete Cornelius, Mal Eastick, Steve Arvey, Paul Greene, Ray Beadle, Chase The Sun, Adam Pringle, Ward\\\'s Express and statesman Doug Macleod. They have played at the Bridgetown Blues, Bulli Folk, Goulburn Blues, Kiama Blues, Broadbeach blues and Headstock Guitar festivals....not too mention many a pub, backyard and community hall from Wollongong to the Useless Loop Mine.
A sure bet someone once said of The Radiators. Little did they know 21 years later The Radiators would still be dominating the stages and airwaves of today.With trademark lyrics and gimmicks these guys have a history that debuting acts could only dream of.
The Radiators have carved themselves a niche in the annuls of Australian Rock History, headlining, and sharing the stage with other great oz acts such as Rose Tattoo, AC/DC, and INXS.Consistently delivering high quality shows (approaching the 3000 mark), the Rads have played to an estimated two million punters throughout Australia. Also under their rock n roll belt is over 100 original songs, 2 platinum album sales, 2 gold, and a host of other huge record sales.The structure of The Radiators was formed from the remnants of rock bands “Big Swifty” (Fess and Brian) and “Twister” (Geoff). Stardom just an itch. How were they to know then that they were to forge a unique sound and influence for thousands throughout Australia.The rock and roll ride began way back in Sydney, September 1978, when they embarked on their first ever tour. It was a tour that formed the roots of Australia’s longest surviving original pub rock band, THE RADIATORS.
Geminine began in early 2008 with four musicians coming together and finding a sound, style and chemistry which was brutal melodic ambient and harmonious. This would later form into what is now know as Geminine a four piece band which makes an assault on the senses and emotions of listeners through various means of experimentation within a hard rock context. The music is diverse and each member pushes the other in composing playing and performing to try and achieve a sound which is satisfying to both them and the listener. The band is constantly growing and exploring new sounds and ideas, which they can tweak and mix in with the varied influences each member posses. Whilst the EP A Fire on the Ocean Floor is an example of the technical and textured layering Geminine use the live experience breaks into an energetic frenzy taking the music to that decibel which will leave your ears ringing with satisfaction. Geminine is outfit that is only going to get better with time perhaps like a fine wine? they are ready to deflower the ears of Sydney and abroad, with their unique sound of floating melody interupted by brutal riffage which form together to create a wall of noise that begins to re write the formula of rock GEMININE will definitely see you around at venues in and out of Sydney in the future.
MM9 first brought their brand of hard-edged electro-rock to the stages of their hometown
of Sydney, Australia in early 2003, and created a groundswell of support that has firmly
established them as one of Australias premier touring acts. Equally at home playing traditional rock venues, mainstream music festivals, dance clubs, or massive underground rave parties; MM9 is a band whose versatility is matched only by the sheer potency of their stage presence. After strong sales of their debut, Self-Titled EP in 2004 (distributed by Shock Records)and their 2006 follow-up Prosthetic Boulevard(distributed by Creative Vibes), late 2007 saw the band taken on board by New World Artists (Silverchair, The Living End, Sneaky Sound System) as part of their exclusive live representation roster. While maintaining a tireless schedule of touring throughout 2008, MM9 - now in partnership with Sydney-based
independent label Red Recordings - have been busy writing and recording new material for
their first full length album.Scheduled for release in 2009 its an ambitious project, one that further refines their pulsing, electro-rock sound and melds it with solid pop sensibilities. Constantly looking forward, constantly evolving, MM9 are a band to listen to, witness,and lose yourself in.
The idea for the formation of the band was first conceived at the 1995 East Coast Blues Festival (Byron Bay NSW), after a group of local musicians (including the then newly-arrived Ross Ward) were called in to form the nucleus of the backing band for the Bentley/Reed Blues Review.
Ward’s Xpress released the EP/CD Toe The Line in 97, and picked up that years Dolphin award for Best Blues. In 98, and working regularly between Brisbane and the Northern Rivers areas of NSW, the band released its first full-length album South-bound Freight.
By 2000 the band had been appearing regularly at many of the major festivals, released yet another CD to good reviews Wire-Fire and had started to appear more often in the Sydney/South Coast and ACT regions.
Wards Xpress has been a vehicle for Ross Ward’s tunes, but the band has also established a reputation for high-energy live shows, bought on by the high standard of musicianship from the regular line-up of players.
The bands line-up includes the following:
Drummer: Bruce Stephens ( John English,Gina Jeffries ).
Bassist: Andrew Couttie ( Kurtis, Lisa Hunt ).
Keys: Donny Hopkins ( Rob Grosser, Big Wheel ).
Guitar & Vocals: Ross Ward ( Blackfeather, Phil Emmanuel Band ).
The band is also augmented with the addition of Sydneys best available horn players.
Wards Xpress has also done the backing for short tours and or festival spots with Lucy DeSoto, Dave Tice, Phil Emmanuel, Wiley Reed, Doc Span, The Byron Blues All-Stars, Jim Kelly, Jack Thorncraft, Dennis Wilson, etc.
In 2003, the band contributed five tracks to Ross Ward’s solo CD Transit Lounge Bluesoz CD of the year, 2004, as they continued to appear at various gigs & festivals around Oz, and in between Ross’ extensive solo tours.
In 2006, Wards Xpress filmed their live show at the Broadbeach Blues Festival, and in 2007 released the DVD, One Day In May, including a doco section about the show and the expanded line-up which took place. The DVD garnered some great media reviews.
2010 has seen Ross Ward relocate back to home town Sydney after 15 years in Byron Bay, instantly reuniting with the Sydney-based line-up of the band, and Wards Xpress is currently recording their fouth studio album, due for release in October 2010, with a national tour and festival appearances booked for the summer of 2010-2011. Catch the Xpress when it hits your town, and enjoy the ride!!
Urban Freeflow is an up and coming crew and a breath of fresh air to the Newcastle hiphop scene bringing a new original sound that ll keep your head bouncing with the undeniable intensity of their beats yet open your eyes to many topics that affect the everyday hard working Australian.This musically driven crew consists of three members Nhostic and Morphonics the MC s who consistently draw attention to the stage with their tight, on point delivery of their facetious yet truthful lyrics and DJ N Taprise who scratches like Wolverine s just had someone defecate in his coffee and not apologise for it. Together they couldn t be anything else but Urban Freeflow.Touching on many topics which they believe needs to be addressed Urban Freeflow still maintains the athletic standing persona on stage and keeps many eyes glued forward and hands raised as they propel the energy and atmosphere for all to soak up n enjoy.Having been in the Newcastle scene for 4 years Urban Freeflow has managed to collectively gather a fierce following after letting loose their demo and countless more with their fresh Debut EP released onto the streets of Newcastle in 2010.Urban Freeflow has had the privilege of playing with many national artists including Urthboy Muph n Plutonic Horrorshow The Tongue Blades of Hades A love Hyjack n Torture, Mind over Matter and Tycotic with many more to come. They have also had the honour of sharing the stage with countless dedicated local crews who all share the same love and agenda towards Australian hiphop and work extremely but contently hard at putting Newcastle Hiphop on the map and stamping it with great pride into the minds of audiences for good.If one was to voluntarily underestimate the poetic and diverse representation of Australian Hiphop that Urban Freeflow brings forth you would be greeted with a powerful performance and an everlasting memory that will never fade.
Horrorshow are two 22 year olds from inner west Sydney Adit produces the music Solo handles the vocals.Attending Fort Street High School whose musical output includes Josh Pyke, Unkle Ho The Herd and Joelistics TZU among others both Solo and Adit were heavily involved in bands ranging from jazz through to rock. Along with fellow school mates and current peers Spit Syndicate they embraced hip hop as the genre made big strides in Australia around 2000.
In 2007 and at 19 years of age Horrorshow started recording material more purposefully resulting in a collection of songs titled The Grey Space. Elefant Traks released The Grey Space in August 2008 and the buzz begun. In 2009, Horrorshow released their second album Inside Story a triple j feature album and on many ‘best of’ lists of the year.After numerous support slots on tours The Herd, Muph & Plutonic Urthboy Horrorshow embarked on their first headline tour in 2010. The result was a great success, including two huge sellout shows in Sydney.With songwriting that defies their age Horrorshow have progressed beyond bands to watch in the hip hop scene. The only way is up as Yazz say.
September 11th, 2010 -
The Australian chef 2010 finals
Our very own chef Julian Ciabatti has made it to the Australian chef 2010 Final well done to Julian we are all very proud!! if you would like to see Julian in action visit the gallery section of our website.
September 11th, 2010 -
Looking for Bands to play Thursday night gigs
Thats right if your a band and wanting to play a live gig on a thursday night at this great venue we want to hear from you. just drop us a line @ bec@fitzroyhotel.com.au
December 30th, 2010 -
Patrons Notice for live bands
During major events, the Fitzroy Hotel must ensure that it does not allow more patrons than the legal capacity. To avoid dissappointment, pre-sale tickets are available via our website. This will ensure you are granted entry to the shows and you enjoy a great night of live music.
Every friday from 4pm til 7pm the hottest bombshell lingerie topless girls will be servicing cold drinks at the fitz so come on down and treat yourself to a great aftternoon!!
December 14th, 2010 -
Won best Hotel for 2008 in the Hawkesbury Local Business Awards
The fitzroy hotel Windsor has been awarded the best hotel for 2008 in the Hawkesbury business awards. from all the staff and management here at the fitzroy hotel Windsor we would like to thank all our customer for their support in making us the best hotel in the Hawkesbury area and ask that you keep on supporting us. once again thank you all!
Come on out to the Fitzroy Hotel to watch some of the best DJs Sydney has to offer having them mixing up some of the best going tunes beats and even some of those old great ones that still gets you pumping on the dance floor.top 40,dance,retro from 9pm-3am.
