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JUST ANNOUNCED…

Mon 18 September
THE DRESDEN DOLLS (USA) 2ND Show!
After selling out their first Corner show in one day, The Dresden Dolls have announced a second show. The bands punk cabaret style and latest album ‘Yes, Virginia’ has seen their popularity skyrocket. Guests: The Red Paintings + Jason Webley (US). Doors: 8pm
Tickets $38.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dresdendolls.com

Wed 13 September - on sale Mon 7 August
LITTLE BIRDY single launch
Little Birdy are touring to launch the first single ‘Come On Come Come’ from their forthcoming album. The band have been busy recording the new material in Los Angeles with producer John King (Beastie Boys, Dust Brother). Little Birdys last album ‘Big Big Love’ went gold in Australia and made significant inroads for the group overseas. Guests: One Horse Town. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.littlebirdy.net

Fri 8 September – on sale Fri 11 Aug
THE SLEEPY JACKSON album launch
The Sleepy Jackson launch their brand new album ‘Personality – One was A Spider, One Was A Bird’, the follow up to their hugely successful ‘Lovers’ album. The first single ‘God Lead Your Soul’ is already receiving a massive amount of airplay on both Australian and international radio. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thesleepyjackson.com

Sat 9 September – on sale Mon 14 Aug
THE VINES
Following their triumphant surprise return to the live arena at this year’s Splendour In The Grass Festival, the Vines announce their first Australian shows for over two years. The revitalized and healthy Craig Nicholls and Co are set to tear up the stage with their live set playing songs from their latest album ‘Vision Valley’ as well as favorites from ‘Highly Evolved’ and ‘Winning days.’ Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $27.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thevines.com

Sat 16 September
SODASTREAM
Sodastream play their final Melbourne show for the year before touring extensively through Europe where their latest album ‘Reservations’ is being released. Over the course of ten years, three albums, countless months in the backs of vans throughout Europe and North America, the duo of Karl Smith and Pete Cohen have been progressively expanding the musical world of Sodastream from scratchy lo-fi and barely whispered mournful melancholy through to lush expansive pop with horn sections and sing-alongs. Guests: Aviator Lane. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.sodastream.net.au

Thurs 9 Nov
THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER (USA)
Detroit death metal outfit The Black Dahlia Murder tour Australia for the first time. The band draw influences from forefathers such as At The Gates, Dissection and Carcass. Their new album ‘Miasma’ (Metalblade) brims with destructively fast blast beats and dark melodic textures that prove The Black Dahlia Murder to be one of the most brutal and intense bands in their class. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $43+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.blackdahliamurder.org

THIS WEEK…

Friday 4 August - Selling fast!
RADIO BIRDMAN + THE BELLRAYS (USA)

Saturday 5 August
RINGWORM (USA) + MINDSNARE

Sunday 6 August
‘2 SONGMEN’ TOUR featuring SHANE HOWARD & NEIL MURRAY

GIG GUIDE

Fri 4 August
RADIO BIRDMAN with special guests THE BELLRAYS (US) – Selling fast!
Radio Birdman, the most influential act to emerge from the heyday of late 70’s/early 80’s Australian underground rock, return in July with a brand new album - Zeno Beach - their first album of all new material in twenty five years. To celebrate the band will launch the CD at the Corner as part of a national tour. Joining Radio Birdman will be LA based garage-soul band The BellRays featuring the astonishing Lisa Kekula, a Grammy award winner for her work as a vocalist with both Basement Jaxx and the Crystal Method. The BellRays bring to mind the idea of Janis Joplin or Tina Turner fronting a more garage rock version of the MC5. Guests: Eddy Current Suppression Ring. Doors: 8:30pm
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.radio-birdman.com

Sat 5 August
RINGWORM (USA) + MINDSNARE
The world’s most destructive hardcore metal band, Ringworm is back with a new instrument of havoc, their newest album, “Justice Replaced By Revenge” and to back this up they will be doing their first ever Australian tour in July/August of this year. Ringworm’s brooding guitar lines and pummeling riffs on Justice Replaced By Revenge reach into the depths of the psyche and bring forth the evil that lives inside. Prepare for a lesson in metal and hardcore the way they were meant to be when Ringworm teams up with Melbourne’s Mindsnare and Newcastle’s The Dead Walk! Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $23+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.ringworm13.com

Sun 6 August
‘ 2 Songmen’ featuring SHANE HOWARD & NEIL MURRAY
Shane Howard (founding member of Goanna) and Neil Murray (founding member of the Warumpi band) are touring the nation together playing their greatest songs such as ‘Solid Rock’ and ‘My Island Home’. The songs of these men provide a vision of Australia as an independent, passionate and free thinking country, where its indigenous heritage and environment are protected and respected to form the foundation of a unique national identity. Both artists have recently released ‘best of’ cd’s, which will be available on the night. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $27+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.shanehoward.com.au

Thurs 10 August
DEF JUX TOUR 2006 featuring MR LIF + CAGE + Yak Ballz (Weathermen) + Metro (SA Smash) + DJ Krazy Glue (NY)
Two of the Def Jux labels most prized artists Mr Lif and Cage visit Australia as part of the Def Jux 2006 Tour; the tour coincides with the release of Mr Lifs new album ‘Mo Mega’. The album sees the US cult hip hop figure Mr Lif back with an arsenal of new rhymes, showcasing his talent as an MC, poet and true life reporter. Sharing the platform on this tour is Cage, aka Chris Palko – Def Jux’s most recent signing. Cage’s first release on the label ‘Hells Winter’ follows his incredibly troubled childhood watching his father shoot heroin, becoming an addict himself, a journey through violence and mental institutions culminating in a personal triumph. Guests: Muph and Plutonic (Obese) + 13th Son (Slingshot) Doors: 8.30
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com www.definitivejux.net

Fri 11 August
DAN KELLY AND THE ALPHA MALES album launch
Dan Kelly and the Alpha Males return from months in the studio to launch their new album ‘Drowning In The Fountain Of Youth’ out through Infidelity Recordings. The bands singles ‘Drunk On Election Night’ and ‘Babysitters of the World Unite’ have both received much radio attention and Dan Kelly And The Alpha Males have toured extensively over the last six months with Augie March and more recently Clare Bowditch. Guests: Ground Components. Doors: 8.30
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.myspace.com/dankellyandthealphamales

Sat 12 August
ONE YEAR PAST cd launch
One year Past launch their debut EP ‘Fingernails.’ The band hail from Geelong and site influences such as Full-Scale, 40 Below Summer, The Used, Tool, The Butterfly Effect and The Deftones as influences. Guests: Closure in Moscow. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.myspace.com/oneyearpast

Wed 16 August
SHE WANTS REVENGE (USA)
Hip Californian duo, She Wants Revenge visit Australia for the first time. The bands self-titled album has just been released in Australia with the music being described as ‘dark, edgy and invigorating’. She Wants Revenge have blown crowds away at this years Coachella festival and are set to play Lollapalooza later in the year. Guests: The Temper Trap + Moscow Schoolboy.
Tickets $36.30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.shewantsrevenge.com

Thurs 17 August
DALLAS CRANE single launch
Dallas Crane spent most of 2005 writing and recording their second album on the Albert Productions label and is ready to launch the first single ‘Curiosity.’ Combining melody, groove and harmony, ’Curiosity’ see’s the band back doing what the do best – good old fashioned rock n roll. Expect to hear some new songs from the forthcoming ‘ Factory Girls’ album as well as all the favorites. Guests: The Fumes. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dallascrane.com

Fri 18 August
ROB SAWYER album launch
Rob Sawyer plays the Corner for the launch of his long awaited and soon to be released debut album, ‘Stuff’. Recording having taken place in between his heavy touring schedule over the last year, this debut album is an amalgam of 3 years of shows and ideas. This show also marks his first show in Melbourne since returning from a European tour in June. After selling out the East Brunswick Club prior to heading off overseas, Rob and band have prepared a special set angled at the getting the party started, and the dancing shoes moving all night. Guests: MJ Taylor + The Periscopes.
Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.robsawyer.com.au

Sat 19 August
ALL-AMERICAN REJECTS (USA)
The All-American Rejects return to Australia for their own headline shows following their sold out tour with Simple Plan. The bands most recent album, Move Along has seen them develop their upbeat blend of pop, rock and punk and has notched up platinum sales. Special guests on this tour are Californian quartet Hellogoodbye. Guests: Hellogoodbye (USA) + Avalon Drive. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $38.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.allamericanrejects.com

Sun 20 August
ALL-AMERICAN REJECTS (USA) Under 18s afternoon show
The All-American Rejects return to Australia for their own headline shows following their sold out tour with Simple Plan. The bands most recent album, Move Along has seen them develop their upbeat blend of pop, rock and punk and has notched up platinum sales. Special guests on this tour are Californian quartet Hellogoodbye. Guests: Hellogoodbye (USA) + Avalon Drive. Doors: 12.30pm
Tickets $38.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.allamericanrejects.com

Sun 20 August
A Tribute to Chris Whitley celebrating his music and the release of Dislocation Blues – a collaboration between CHRIS WHITLEY and JEFF LANG…
A Tribute to Chris Whitley celebrating his music and the release of Dislocation Blues – a collaboration between Chris Whitley and Jeff Lang. Performers include Jeff Lang, Matt Walker and Ashley Davies, Chris Wilson and Shane O’Mara, Monique Brumby, Nick Barker, Rebecca Barnard, Collard Greens n Gravy, Suzannah Espie, Sime Nugent, Jaimi Faulkner and Downhill’s Home. Doors 8pm.
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.jefflang.com.au

Sat 26 August
‘BLOC PARTY’ tour featuring NFA + DJ PERIL with SUBURBAN INTELLECT plus more…
Rising beyond his role as the frontman of the wildly successful 1200 Techniques, N’fa teams up with DJ Peril and Suburban Intellect for the ‘Bloc Party’ 2006 tour. With 1200 Techniques taking a well-deserved break, N’fa has channelled his unique talents into his debut solo album ‘Cause An Effect’ which takes the listener on a journey of light and shade as it presents hook-laden anthems alongside smooth, reclining rhythms. Suburban Intellect consists of Hip Hop pioneer DJ Peril (1200 Techniques) and South East Melbourne duo Surreal and Nate B who have been providing Australia with some premium Hip Hop. . Doors 8.30pm.
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Fri 1 September
LABJACD album launch
LABJACD (pronounced ‘lab-jacked’) is a 9-piece latin hip-hop outfit based in Melbourne drawing their influences from everything from old school hip-hop and jazz to Cuban salsa and even Andean folk music. The Age newspaper described the band as “one of the best nights of live music you’re likely to find in Melbourne”. Doors 8.30pm
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.labjacd.com

Sun 3 September – on sale Mon 7 August
‘endtime records’ compilation cd launch feat. ARMAGEDDON SKY, STANDING TALL, FORGIVEN RIVAL, GOODNIGHT COMBAT FIGHTER and BLAME IT ON STANLEY
More details soon. Doors: 7pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.endtimerecords.com.au

Wed 6 September
PBS FESTIVAL OF SONG GRAND FINAL
More details soon. Doors: 7.30pm
$10 / $5 at the door.

Thurs 7 September
KEVIN BLECHDOM (USA)
Kristian Erikson aka Kevin Blechdom returns to Australia following a successful tour in 2003. Armed with a laptop, top notch programming skills, keyboard and banjo Ms Blechdom brings her one-woman show of song, dance, blood and guts back to our shores. From her early releases with her brother and sister as ‘Adult Rodeo’ to her collaborations with Bevin Kelley under the moniker ‘Blectum From Blechdom’ Kevin has injected fresh life into the electronic music scene. Her releases on the Chicks on Speed label include ‘Bitches Without Britches’ (2003) and ‘Eat My Heart Out’ (2005). Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.kevyb.com

Fri 8 September – on sale Fri 11 Aug
THE SLEEPY JACKSON album launch
The Sleepy Jackson launch their brand new album ‘Personality – One was A Spider, One Was A Bird’, the follow up to their hugely successful ‘Lovers’ album. The first single ‘God Lead Your Soul’ is already receiving a massive amount of airplay on both Australian and international radio. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thesleepyjackson.com

Sat 9 September – on sale Mon 14 Aug
THE VINES
Following their triumphant surprise return to the live arena at this year’s Splendour In The Grass Festival, the Vines announce their first Australian shows for over two years. The revitalized and healthy Craig Nicholls and Co are set to tear up the stage with their live set playing songs from their latest album ‘Vision Valley’ as well as favorites from ‘Highly Evolved’ and ‘Winning days.’ Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $27.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thevines.com

Tues 12 September
THE FEEDING SET CHARITY BBQ / SHOW 2006 – All proceeds to KOTO
Clare Bowditch and the Feeding Set invite you to join them for a night of al fresco feasting and music to help raise funds and awareness for KOTO: an innovative not-for-profit restaurant and vocational training program that changes the lives of street and disadvantaged youth in Vietnam. A hearty dinner of two-meat spit roast (or vegetarian lasagne), baked potatoes, platters of salad, bread and desserts will be followed by a stripped down set by Clare Bowditch and the Feeding Set plus very special guests. Vegetarians must register their preference via email to feedingsetcharitybbq@hotmail.com by Mon 4th Sept). Tickets for this show are strictly limited so get in early. Doors 6.30pm
$35+bf (inc dinner and show) Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.clarebowditch.com

Wed 13 September - on sale Mon 7 August
LITTLE BIRDY
Little Birdy are touring to launch the first single ‘Come On Come Come’ from their forthcoming album. The band have been busy recording the new material in Los Angeles with producer John King (Beastie Boys, Dust Brother). Little Birdys last album ‘Big Big Love’ went gold in Australia and made significant inroads for the group overseas. Guests: One Horse Town. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.littlebirdy.net

Thurs 14 September
NATIONAL CAMPUS BAND COMP – STATE FINAL
More details soon. Doors: 7.30pm
$8 and $5 student concession.

Fri 15 September
THE BUZZCOCKS (UK)
The Buzzcocks return to Australia following the release of their new album ‘Flat-pack Philosophy’. The bands first release came out over 30 years ago and they are the innovators of the ‘pop-punk’ sound. Hits include ‘What Do I Get’, I Don’t Mind, ‘Love You More’ and the all time classic ‘Ever Fallen In Love (With Someone You Shouldn’t Have)’ Original members Pete Shelley and Steve Diggle are joined by long standing bassist Tony Barber and new drummer Daniel Farrant. Support comes from Sydney band Happy Hate Me Nots, further disciples of the Buzzcocks merger of sweet pop hooks and punk rock energy. Guests: Happy Hate Me Nots + Eddy Current Suppression Ring. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $44+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.buzzcocks.com

Sat 16 September
SODASTREAM
Sodastream play their final Melbourne show for the year before touring extensively through Europe where their latest album ‘Reservations’ is being released. Over the course of ten years, three albums, countless months in the backs of vans throughout Europe and North America, the duo of Karl Smith and Pete Cohen have been progressively expanding the musical world of Sodastream from scratchy lo-fi and barely whispered mournful melancholy through to lush expansive pop with horn sections and sing-alongs. Guests: Aviator Lane. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.sodastream.net.au

Sun 17 September
THE DRESDEN DOLLS (USA)– Sold Out! Second show information!
Guests: The Red Paintings + Jason Webley (US). Doors: 8pm
SOLD OUT!
www.dresdendolls.com

Mon 18 September
THE DRESDEN DOLLS (USA) 2ND Show!
After selling out their first Corner show in one day, The Dresden Dolls have announced a second show. The bands punk cabaret style and latest album ‘Yes, Virginia’ has seen their popularity skyrocket. Guests: The Red Paintings + Jason Webley (US). Doors: 8pm
Tickets $38.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dresdendolls.com

Thurs 21 September
MADBALL (USA)
In celebration of the groups 15 plus years of influential existence, certified hardcore legends Madball recently released their most ambitious release to date, Legacy. With bruising rhythms and riffs and commanding vocals, Legacy brims with confidence. Guests: Stronghold + Samsara. Doors: 8.30
Tickets $27+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.madballnyhc.com

Sat 23 September
LIV KRISTINE’S LEAVES EYES (NORWAY) + ATROCITY (GERMANY)
Liv Christine (ex Theatre Of Tragedy) and Leaves Eyes bring their epic show to Melbourne. Liv Christine’s Leaves Eyes incorporates atmospheric rock, powerful riffs, gothic tinged metal with sensual ballads. The band has been compared to both Nightwish and Lacuna Coil. Accompanying Leaves Eyes on this tour is German death metal outfit Atrocity. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $45+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.leaveseyes.de

Thurs 28 September
CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE (USA) + LITTLE CHARLIE & THE NIGHTCATS (USA)
Charlie Musselwhite and his band return to Australia after many years to perform at The Great Southern Blues and Rockabilly Festival. For one Melbourne show they team up with Little Charlie and The Nightcats for what is already being described as the ‘blues show of 2006’. Both acts have developed huge followings worldwide and are masters of blues. Doors 8pm.
Tickets $45+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.charliemusselwhite.com

Fri 13 October
THE WHITLAMS
The Whitlams are one of Australia’s favourite bands, whose appeal reaches audiences of all ages and tastes. With lyrics described as having a “charming cynicism” and enhanced by an instinct for poignant melody, they won Best Group at the 1998 ARIA Awards, as well as Song of the Year and Best Independent Release for their 3rd album ‘Eternal Nightcap’. The current line-up has remained unchanged for the last 6 years and 4 albums, and consists Tim Freedman on piano and vocals, Jak Housden on guitar, Warwick Hornby on bass guitar and Terepai Richmond on drums. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $24+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thewhitlams.com

Mon 16 October
THE BLUETONES (UK)
The Bluetones return to Australia to celebrate the release of their latest album due out in August. The band emerged during the mid 90’s Britpop era and while many of their mid ‘90’s peers have split up The Bluetones continue to evolve and produce quality music. Earlier this year the band released ‘A Rough Outline’ a comprehensive collection of their singles and b-sides that tracks their musical history since the bands conception in 1996. Doors 7.30pm.
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.bluetones.info

Fri 3 Nov
BLISS N ESO
Following the release of their sophomore album ‘Day Of The Dog’ in March 2006, Bliss n Eso have blazed across Australia in a blur of sold out shows, gained national radio and TV air play and even cracked the ARIA charts. Bliss n Eso are about to release a limited edition 2-disk CD which features the original album and a bonus disk which sees the entire 16 album tracks remixed with dope new beats by M-Phases. Bliss n Eso combine impromptu free styling, dynamic beat boxing and cutting edge turntablism that has seen their shows branded ‘the tightest live sets in the country’. Guests: Phrase & DJ Flagrant + DJ Bonez + Justice & Kaos. Doors 8.30pm.
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.blissnesso.com

Thurs 9 Nov
THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER (USA)
Detroit death metal outfit The Black Dahlia Murder tour Australia for the first time. The band draw influences from forefathers such as At The Gates, Dissection and Carcass. Their new album ‘Miasma’ (Metalblade) brims with destructively fast blast beats and dark melodic textures that prove The Black Dahlia Murder to be one of the most brutal and intense bands in their class. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $43+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.blackdahliamurder.org

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

ED KUEPPER AND JEFFREY WEGENER featuring Peter Oxley - Sat 4 March
Ed Kuepper, the one time Saints guitarist/songwriter and band leader for post-punk giants the Laughing Clowns, and Wegener, the original drummer for The Saints and only other mainstay along side Kuepper in the Clowns, reunited after a 20 years sabbatical earlier this year to perform the live soundtrack to a series of avant-garde films by New Zealand film maker Len Lye. Former Sunnyboys bass player Peter Oxley has now joined the pair adding a new dimension to a rich catalogue.
Tickets $23+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

NEVILLE STAPLE’S SPECIALS (UK) - Fri 14 April
Neville Staples, the face of legendary UK ska outfits the Specials and Fun Boy 3 returns to Australia this Easter with a best-of live set that he has been touring throughout Europe, Japan and the US. Credited with changing the face of UK music, Neville has worked with such legends as Elvis Costello, Sting, David Byrne and Ali Campbell to name a few. With a new LP, The Rude Boy Returns, that features collaborations with Mick Jones (The Clash) and Rat Scabies (The Damned), Neville is keeping the spirit, attitude and style of his previous bands well and truly alive! Doors: 8pm
Tickets $40+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.nevillestaple.co.uk

ADRIAN BELEW (USA) - Tues 25 April – Anzac Day holiday
Adrian Belew, long time member of King Crimson and The Bears brings his solo show to Australia. Adrian was a musician of choice for David Bowie, Talking Heads, Frank Zappa and many more playing on many recording from the world’s biggest artists. Adrian is a multi instrumentalist and solo artist in his own right having released several albums since 1982. His guitar wizardry has earned him a reputation worldwide. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.adrianbelew.net

FRANCOIZ BREUT (FRANCE) - Sat 29 April
Acclaimed Gallic chanteuse Francoiz Breut is returning to Australia in support of her recently released third album ‘Une Saison Volee.’ Last time around audiences were spell bound by Breut’s sultry vocals seamlessly interwoven with Boris Gronembergers rich guitar textures. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $36+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
http://francoiz.breut.free.fr

DAN WARNER - Sun 26 March
Dan Warner and his band play a rare hometown show where he will play his new CD, ‘A Likeness Of You’, in its entirety. The night will also feature all the Dan Warner favourites. Guests: Horse Stories. Doors: 7:30pm
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.danwarnermusic.com

THIS WEEK

Wed 8 Feb - LULO REINHARDT (GERMANY) + MAURICE D’ABRUZZO & FRIENDS
Fri 10 Feb - BOB LOG III (USA)
Sat 11 Feb - BLUE RUIN - 20th ANNIVERSARY SHOW
Sun 12 Feb - “THE LAST WALTZ” TRIBUTE TO THE BAND feat… Jason Walker and the Last Drinks + Charles Jenkins + Davey Lane (The Pictures, You Am I) + Jordan Speering (The Treetops) plus more.
Sat 11 Feb - MMF (MUSIC MANAGERS FORUM) MEETING

GIG GUIDE

Wed 8 Feb
LULO REINHARDT (GERMANY) plus MAURICE D’ABRUZZO AND FRIENDS.
Lulo Reinhardt, grand-nephew of world-renowned gypsy-jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt, is appearing with Sydney-based singer, songwriter and musician Maurice D’Abruzzo, whose latest CD via MGM distribution “Cool Threads” has received excellent press reviews. The two electrifying guitarists will take a musical journey through Latin, funk, gypsy and jazz. Doors: 8.00pm
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Fri 10 Feb
BOB LOG III (USA)
Direct from Tuscan Arizona via the Meredith Music festival, Bob Log III brings his psychotic paced surf rock back to the Corner. The one-man band sold out his last Corner show and recently won over the 2005 Meredith crowd as this years “mystery guest.” Guests: Dynamo + The Clear Spots. Doors: 8:30pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.boblog111.com

Sat 11 Feb
BLUE RUIN (reunion show)
20 years since the release of their debut album, “Such Sweet Thunder”, Melbourne band, BLUE RUIN return from a ten year hiatus to promote the album’s re release with a one off show at The Corner. Guests: My Disco! + Darling Downs + Black Pony Express. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Sun 12 Feb
THE LAST WALTZ - An All Star Tribute
Sydney musician Jason Walker and his ace backing band The Last Drinks will be anchoring a 30th anniversary tribute to The Last Waltz. Performing the music of Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Van Morrison, Neil Diamond, Dr. John, Emmylou Harris, and The Band, The Last Drinks will be joined on stage by a range of Sydney and Melbourne talent including Charles Jenkins, Davey Lane (You Am I, The Pictures), Jordan Speering (The Treetops), members of Youth Group and the Sarah Blasko Band, Perry Keyes and members of Spurs for Jesus, Eva Trout and the Astro Tobasco horns. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Tues 14 Feb
MMF (Music Managers Forum) presents… ‘Managing a tour: oxymoron?’
The Music Managers Forum starts 2006 with the launch of an exciting new program concentrating on providing specific content and exciting speakers. February brings MMF members, self managed artists and those interested in the music industry, specific information on planning, booking and marketing a tour. Speakers include David Weinberger (Kliger Partners, Lawyers), Chris O’Brien (Solitaire, agent/booker), Danny Rogers (Management), Jake Beaumont-Nesbitt UK artist management).
Members (MMF, AIR) 6.30pm free entry – Non-members 7.30pm $5 at the door.
www.immf.net

Wed 15 Feb
TEGAN AND SARA (CANADA)
Known for their timeless songwriting and hilarious onstage banter, Tegan and Sara return to our shores for their third Australian tour. Touring non-stop since the release of their album ‘So Jealous’ in 2004. Tegan and Sara have sold out venues across the globe and are releasing their first full-length DVD entitled ‘It’s Not Fun. Don’t Do It’ in March 2006. Guests: Iron On + Sparkadia . Doors: 8pm
Tickets $27.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.teganandsara.com

Thurs 16 Feb
THE RESIGNATORS CD launch
Melbourne band The Resignators bring their brand of ska, punk rock and soul to the Corner to launch their brand new EP ‘You Got Me Thinking.’ Guests: The Vaginals + Spent Shells + King City Seven. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.myspace.com/theresignators

Fri 17 Feb
COMEBACK KID (CANADA) - OVER 18′S
Comeback Kid return to Australia after a massive 2005, sharing stages with some of the biggest names in Punk and Hardcore including Rise Against, Strung Out, Terror and Bane, as well as releasing their highly acclaimed Victory Records Debut Wake The Dead. Guests: Her Nightmare + Carpathian + Samsara. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $24+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.comeback-kid.com

Sat 18 Feb
COMEBACK KID (CANADA) - UNDER 18′S
Comeback Kid return to Australia after a massive 2005, sharing stages with some of the biggest names in Punk and Hardcore including Rise Against, Strung Out, Terror and Bane, as well as releasing their highly acclaimed Victory Records Debut Wake The Dead. Guests: Her Nightmare + Carpathian + Pro Team. Doors: 12:30pm
Tickets $24+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.comeback-kid.com

Sat 18 Feb
‘Rakaju Night’ featuring LAMINE SONKO (Senegal), KING MARONG (Gambia), KARAMBA CISSOKO (Senegal) plus more…
‘Rakaju Night is an explosive night filled with African Rhythm and dance celebrating Gambian Independence day. Other performers include Ziggi Diagne (Senegal), Jali Buba Kuyateh (Senegal), Aliou Sylla (Guinea), Mandy Keita (Mali) + Grant Swift. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.laminesonko.com

Tue 21 Feb & Wed 22 Feb
THE NECKS – two sets
One of the greatest cult bands in Australia, The Necks, return with their improvised jazz / avant garde sound. Chris Abrahams (piano), Tony Buck (drums) and Lloyd Swanton (bass) conjure a chemistry together that is difficult to pigeonhole. Featuring lengthy pieces which slowly unravel in the most intoxicating fashion, frequently underpinned by an insistent deep groove, the Necks live shows are renowned the world over.
Doors: 8pm.
Tickets $27+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thenecks.com

Fri 24 Feb
CANDLE RECORDS 2006 CONCERT featuring THE LUCKSMITHS, DARREN HANLON, THE SMALLKNIVES, ANTHONY ATKINSON, RICHARD EASTON, THE GUILD LEAGUE and ROB CLARKSON.
Local Melbourne label Candle records hold their annual concert featuring some of the labels biggest names over one huge evening. This year’s line-up features The Lucksmiths (first show in Australia since April), Darren Hanlon, Richard Easton, The Guild League, The Small Knives, Rob Clarkson and Anthony Atkinson. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.candlerecords.com.au

Sat 25 Feb
AGAINST ME! (USA)
Fat Wreck Chords Against Me! return to our shores to promote their latest album ‘Searching For A Former Clarity’, out now through Shock. Smoke free. Guests: The Disables + A Death In The Family + Mutiny. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $22+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.againstme.net

Mon 27 Feb
“The Two-Timing Tour” featuring Les Savy Fav (USA) + The Hold Steady (USA) + Thunderbirds Are Now! (USA)
Les Savy Fav return to the Corner this time joined by fellow New Yorkers, The Hold Steady (US) and Detroit darlings, Thunderbirds Are Now! (US). Les Savy Fav “Inches” is out now on Popfrenzy Records. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $34+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.lessavyfav.com

Tues 28 Feb
BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE (CANADA) Selling fast!
Toronto indie-rock band Broken Social Scene tour Australia for the first time. The band has just released their new self-titled album, which is out now through Shock Records. Guest: New Buffalo. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $42+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.arts-crafts.ca/bss

Wed 1 March
BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE (CANADA) Just announced!
Due to popular demand Toronto indie-rock band Broken Social Scene will play a second show at the Corner Hotel. The band has just released their new self-titled album, which is out now through Shock Records. Guest: New Buffalo. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $42+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.arts-crafts.ca/bss

Fri 3 March
COMMISSIONER GORDON – Final ever show
After almost a year of obscurity, Melbourne Ska Heavyweights Commissioner Gordon have finally decided to call it a day. They play their final ever show alongside Mr. Coffee and The Ska Vendors. The new DVD ‘Live at the Corner Hotel’ will be available on the night. Doors: 8.30pm
$10 at the door.

Sat 4 March
ED KUEPPER AND JEFFREY WEGENER featuring Peter Oxley.
Ed Kuepper, the one time Saints guitarist/songwriter and band leader for post-punk giants the Laughing Clowns, and Wegener, the original drummer for The Saints and only other mainstay along side Kuepper in the Clowns, reunited after a 20 years sabbatical earlier this year to perform the live soundtrack to a series of avant-garde films by New Zealand film maker Len Lye. Former Sunnyboys bass player Peter Oxley has now joined the pair adding a new dimension to a rich catalogue. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $23+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Tues 7 March
MMF (Music Managers Forum)
More details soon.
Members (MMF, AIR) 6.30pm free entry – Non-members 7.30pm $5 at the door.
www.immf.net

Wed 8 March
SARAH LEE GUTHRIE (USA) & JOHNNY IRION (USA) + THE WAILIN’ JENNYS (CANADA)
Granddaughter of folk legend Woody, Sarah Lee Guthrie performs with partner Johnny Irion. The pair recently played together at the Port Fairy Folk festival garnering stellar reviews. Joining them fro this show is The Wailin’ Jennys who were also a hit at Port Fairy and are at the top of the North American roots scene with their standout harmonies and mix of traditional and original songs. Guests: Chris Wilson & Sarah Carroll. Doors: 7:30pm
Tickets $33+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.sarahleeandjohnny.com

Fri 10 March
ASH GRUNWALD
Australian blues and roots legend, Ash Grunwald returns to the Corner to play one show only. Ash had a busy 2005 touring overseas, picking up ARIA nominations for his ‘Live At The Corner’ album and also winning ‘Album Of The Year’ at the Australian Blues Awards. Ash is working on a new album to be released later in 2006.Guests: Blue King Brown + Jaimi Faulkner. Doors: 8:30pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.ashgrunwald.com

Sat 11 March & Sun 12 March – (Sat sold out / Sun selling fast!)
DINOSAUR JR (USA)
For the very first time, we here in Australia are to be blessed with a visit from one of the most pivotal bands of our time and, in their original form: J Mascis, Lou Barlow and Murph. Dinosaur JR is regarded as laying the groundwork for alternative rocks commercial breakthrough with their revolutionary detours into free-form noise and melodic soloing melded with Mascis’s laconic whine. Tickets $45+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dinosaurjr.com

Wed 15 March
KOSHEEN (UK)
Kosheen return to Australia for the first time since their massive shows with the Big Day Out in 2002. The group were the biggest selling dance act that year and their single ‘Hide U’ from the debut album ‘Resist’ became a worldwide hit earning them a multitude of awards. Darren Decoder and Markee Substance provide the drum & bass and electronic undertones, which are fused seamlessly with the soulful vocals of singer Sian Evans. This intimate club show will include a DJ set from Darren Decoder and Markee Substance (Kosheen DJ’s) playing a unique blend of house electro and breaks, before being joined by Sian to road test new material as well as performing their classics. A new Kosheen album is due in 2006. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.kosheen.com

Thurs 16 March
THE MISFITS (USA)
Legendary punk band The Misfits return to Australia playing songs from all their classic albums. The band celebrated 25 years in 2001 and the current line-up includes founding member Jerry Only, Dez Candena (Black Flag) and Robo (Black Flag). Doors: 8pm
Tickets $39.60+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.misfits.com

Fri 17 March (Sold out) & Sun 19 March (Selling fast)
CLUTCH (USA)
Clutch are known the world over as America’s hardest working and hardest touring rock band and their new album Robot Hive/Exodus is the witness and the proof. This is their first tour of Australia. Guests: Fort (Fri) + Peeping Tom (Sun). Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $33+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
http://www.pro-rock.com/

Sat 18 March
FULL SCALE
Full Scale return to Australia with their metallic hardcore edge following an extensive touring stint across the USA. The band has a new bassist, Ben Brennan (Seven) and will be supported on the night by local rockers, Hinge. Guests: Hinge. Doors: 8:30pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.fullscale.com.au

Sun 26 March
DAN WARNER
Dan Warner and his band play a rare hometown show where he will play his new CD, ‘A Likeness Of You’, in its entirety. The night will also feature all the Dan Warner favourites. Guests: Horse Stories. Doors: 7:30pm
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.danwarnermusic.com

Wed 29 March
HARRY MANX (CANADA)
Harry Manx is an essential link between the music of East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the blues with the depths of classical Indian ragas. Harry’s new album ‘Mantras For Madmen’ is out now through Shock. Doors: 8:00pm
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.harrymanx.com

Thur 30 March
BOMBA
Bomba are Australia’s funkiest dance/reggae band, recognised around the globe for their energetic live shows and passionate performances. Joining them for this ‘Nuclear-Free Australia’ fundraising show is Blue King Brown, Josh Owen, and Dane Tucquet. Doors: 6.30pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Tues 11 April
HOTHOUSE FLOWERS (IRELAND)
Legendary cult Irish band Hothouse Flowers return to Australia for Bluesfest 2006 held in Byron Bay. The band who have been together since 1984 have a worldwide cult following and their mix of rock’n’roll and Irish folk has made them one of Irelands biggest groups. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $47.30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.hothouseflowers.com

Wed 12 April
THE MOUNTAIN GOATS (USA)
After selling out every show on their Sept 2005 tour, The Mountain Goats return to Australia. The band have built a strong and loyal following with ‘main-man’ John Danielle’s perfectly-framed narratives and imaginative lyrics. Look out for The Mountain Goats special Australian Tour EP available to coincide with the tour. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $33+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.themountaingoats.net

Fri 14 April
NEVILLE STAPLE’S SPECIALS (UK)
Neville Staples, the face of legendary UK ska outfits the Specials and Fun Boy 3 returns to Australia this Easter with a best-of live set that he has been touring throughout Europe, Japan and the US. Credited with changing the face of UK music, Neville has worked with such legends as Elvis Costello, Sting, David Byrne and Ali Campbell to name a few. With a new LP, The Rude Boy Returns, that features collaborations with Mick Jones (The Clash) and Rat Scabies (The Damned), Neville is keeping the spirit, attitude and style of his previous bands well and truly alive! Doors: 8pm
Tickets $40+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.nevillestaple.co.uk

Sat 15 April
ZEKE (USA)
American Punk Rock legends ZEKE make a long awaited return to Australia for the second time in their career. The bands have toured in the past couple of years with the likes of Iron Maiden, Korn, Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies, Methods of Mayhem, X, the Misfits, the Dammed, Motorhead, and Nashville Pussy. Back to being a brutal 4 piece, ZEKE will deliver tracks from all their classics, including “Kicked in the Teeth” & “Dirty Sanchez” (Epitaph), “Death Alley” (Aces and Eights) to their latest ‘til The Livin’ End” (relapse). Presented by Blunt magazine. Guests: Zeke + The Nation Blue + The Blacklist + Jed Whitey.
Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.zekeyou.com

Fri 21 April
THE HERD
The Herd return to Melbourne for their first headline show in 5 months. In that time the band have become one of the biggest hip-hop acts in the country with their latest album ‘The Sun Never Sets’ being a Triple J feature album, a J award nominee and number 29 in Rolling Stone magazine’s best albums of 2005. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.elefanttraks.com

Tues 25 April – Anzac Day holiday
ADRIAN BELEW (USA)
Adrian Belew, long time member of King Crimson and The Bears brings his solo show to Australia. Adrian was a musician of choice for David Bowie, Talking Heads, Frank Zappa and many more playing on many recording from the world’s biggest artists. Adrian is a multi instrumentalist and solo artist in his own right having released several albums since 1982. His guitar wizardry has earned him a reputation worldwide. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.adrianbelew.net

Sat 29 April
FRANCOIZ BREUT (FRANCE)
Acclaimed Gallic chanteuse Francoiz Breut is returning to Australia in support of her recently released third album ‘Une Saison Volee.’ Last time around audiences were spell bound by Breut’s sultry vocals seamlessly intervoven with Boris Gronembergers rich guitar textures. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $36+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
http://francoiz.breut.free.fr

Sat 13 May
THE WHITLAMS
The Whitlams return to the live circuit and release their sixth studio album, a 2-disc set “Little Cloud and the Apple’s Eye” which will be released nationally on 19th March 2006. It features a variety of songs written during Tim Freedmans time in New York in addition to his usual musings on his home of Newtown. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $23+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thewhitlams.com

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Fri 3 March
COMISSIONER GORDON – Final ever show
After almost a year of obscurity, Melbourne Ska Heavyweights Commissioner Gordon have finally decided to call it a day. They play their final ever show alongside Mr. Coffee and The Ska Vendors. The new DVD ‘Live at the Corner Hotel’ will be available on the night. Doors: 8.30pm
$10 at the door.

Thurs 16 March (On sale 6 Feb)
THE MISFITS (USA)
Legendary punk band The Misfits return return to Australia playing songs from all their classic albums. Doors:8pm
Tickets $39.60+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.misfits.com

Sat 13 May (On sale 6 Feb)
THE WHITLAMS
The Whitlams return to the live circuit and release their sixth studio album, a 2-disc set “Little Cloud and the Apple’s Eye” which will be released nationally on 19th March 2006. It features a variety of songs written during Tim Freedmans time in New York in addition to his usual musings on his home of Newtown. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $23+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thewhitlams.com

Sat 15 April
ZEKE (USA)
American Punk Rock legends ZEKE make a long awaited return to Australia for the second time in their career. The band has toured in the past couple of years with the likes of Iron Maiden, Korn, Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies, Methods of Mayhem, X, the Misfits, the Dammed, Motorhead, and Nashville Pussy. Back to being a brutal 4 piece, ZEKE will deliver tracks from all their classics, including “Kicked in the Teeth” & “Dirty Sanchez” (Epitpah), “Death Alley” (Aces and Eights) to their latest ‘til The Livin’ End” (relapse). Presented by Blunt magazine.Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.zekeyou.com

THIS WEEK

Wed 1 Feb - selling fast! - THE MAGIC NUMBERS (UK)
Thur 2 Feb - selling fast! - SLEATER-KINNEY (USA)
Fri 3 Feb - “BOB MARLEY BIRTHDAY SHOW”
Sat 4 Feb - RAISON D’ETRE + BRIGHTER DEATH NOW (SWEDEN)
Sun 5 Feb - BRIGHTER DEATH NOW + DEUTSCH NEPAL (SWEDEN)

GIG GUIDE

Wed 1 Feb
THE MAGIC NUMBERS (UK)
London’s The Magic Numbers are in town for the 2006 Big Day Out and play their only Melbourne headline show at the Corner. The bands self-titled album is out now. Guests: Youth Group + Riff Random. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $49.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.themagicnumbers.net

Thur 2 Feb
SLEATER-KINNEY (USA)
Oregon all-girl punk rock trio, Sleater-Kinney, return to Australia to play the 2006 Big Day Out. The bands latest album ‘The Woods’ is out now. Guests: The Grates + Baseball. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $38.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.sleater-kinney.com

Fri 3 Feb
“BOB MARLEY BIRTHDAY SHOW”
The annual Bob Marley Birthday celebrations continue again this year featuring Stick Mareebo, Pappa Dalton, Teck, Rugged, Jesse I, Ras Crucial, Damajah, Sista Itations, Vida Sunshyne. Doors: 9pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Sat 4 Feb
RAISON D’ETRE + BRIGHTER DEATH NOW (SWEDEN)
Sweden’s ‘Cold Meat Industry’ is the most recognized and respected dark ambient / cult industrial record label in the world. For the first time three of the labels biggest names visit Australia complete with collaborative side projects and some of Australia best industrial acts supporting. Guests: Bocksholm + Shinjuku Thief + Manticle. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.coldmeatinoz.com

Sun 5 Feb
BRIGHTER DEATH NOW + DEUTSCH NEPAL (SWEDEN)
Sweden’s ‘Cold Meat Industry’ is the most recognized and respected dark ambient / cult industrial record label in the world. For the first time three of the labels biggest names visit Australia complete with collaborative side projects and some of Australia best industrial acts supporting. Guests: Atomine Elektrine + Frozen faces + Isomer. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.coldmeatinoz.com

Wed 8 Feb
LULO REINHARDT (GERMANY) plus MAURICE D’ABRUZZO AND FRIENDS.
Lulo Reinhardt, grand-nephew of world-renowned gypsy-jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt, is appearing with Sydney-based singer, songwriter and musician Maurice D’Abruzzo, whose latest CD via MGM distribution “Cool Threads” has received excellent press reviews. The two electrifying guitarists will take a musical journey through latin, funk, gypsy and jazz. Doors: 8.00pm
Tickets $12+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Fri 10 Feb
BOB LOG III (USA)
Direct from Tuscan Arizona via the Meredith Music festival, Bob Log III brings his psychotic paced surf rock back to the Corner. The one-man band sold out his last Corner show and recently won over the 2005 Meredith crowd as this years “mystery guest.” Guests: Dynamo + The Clear Spots. Doors: 8:30pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.boblog111.com

Sat 11 Feb
BLUE RUIN (reunion show)
20 years since the release of their debut album, “Such Sweet Thunder”, Melbourne band, BLUE RUIN return from a ten year hiatus to promote the album’s re release with a one off show at The Corner. Guests: My Disco! + Darling Downs + Black Pony Express. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Sun 12 Feb
THE LAST WALTZ - An All Star Tribute
Sydney musician Jason Walker and his ace backing band The Last Drinks will be anchoring a 30th anniversary tribute to The Last Waltz. Performing the music of Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Van Morrison, Neil Diamond, Dr. John, Emmylou Harris, and The Band, The Last Drinks will be joined on stage by a range of Sydney and Melbourne talent including Charles Jenkins, Davey Lane (You Am I, The Pictures), Jordan Speering (The Treetops), members of Youth Group and the Sarah Blasko Band, Perry Keyes and members of Spurs for Jesus, Eva Trout and the Astro Tobasco horns. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Wed 15 Feb
TEGAN AND SARA (CANADA)
Known for their timeless songwriting and hilarious onstage banter, Tegan and Sara return to our shores for their third Australian tour. Touring non-stop since the release of their album ‘So Jealous’ in 2004 Tegan and Sara have sold out venues across the globe and are releasing their first full-length DVD entitled ‘It’s Not Fun. Don’t Do It’ in March 2006. Guests: Iron On + Sparkadia . Doors: 8pm
Tickets $27.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.teganandsara.com

Thurs 16 Feb
THE RESIGNATORS CD launch
Melbourne band The Resignators bring their brand of ska, punk rock and soul to the Corner to launch their brand new EP ‘You Got Me Thinking.’ Guests: The Vaginals + Spent Shells + King City Seven. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.myspace.com/theresignators

Fri 17 Feb
COMEBACK KID (CANADA) - OVER 18′S
Comeback Kid return to Australia after a massive 2005, sharing stages with some of the biggest names in Punk and Hardcore including Rise Against, Strung Out, Terror and Bane, as well as releasing their highly acclaimed Victory Records Debut Wake The Dead. Guests: Her Nightmare. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $24+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.comeback-kid.com

Sat 18 Feb
COMEBACK KID (CANADA) - UNDER 18′S
Comeback Kid return to Australia after a massive 2005, sharing stages with some of the biggest names in Punk and Hardcore including Rise Against, Strung Out, Terror and Bane, as well as releasing their highly acclaimed Victory Records Debut Wake The Dead. Guests: Her Nightmare. Doors: 12:30pm
Tickets $24+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.comeback-kid.com

Sat 18 Feb
‘Rakaju Night’ featuring LAMINE SONKO (Senegal), KING MARONG (Gambia), KARAMBA CISSOKO (Senegal) plus more…
‘Rakaju Night is an explosive night filled with African Rhythm and dance celebrating Gambian Independence day. Other performers include Ziggi Diagne (Senegal), Jali Buba Kuyateh (Senegal), Aliou Sylla (Guinea), Mandy Keita (Mali) + Grant Swift. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.laminesonko.com

Tue 21 Feb & Wed 22 Feb
THE NECKS – two sets
One of the greatest cult bands in Australia, The Necks, return with their improvised jazz / avant garde sound. Chris Abrahams (piano), Tony Buck (drums) and Lloyd Swanton (bass) conjure a chemistry together that is difficult to pigeonhole. Featuring lengthy pieces which slowly unravel in the most intoxicating fashion, frequently underpinned by an insistent deep groove, the Necks live shows are renowned the world over.
Doors: 8pm.
Tickets $27+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thenecks.com

Fri 24 Feb
CANDLE RECORDS 2006 CONCERT featuring THE LUCKSMITHS, DARREN HANLON, THE SMALLKNIVES, ANTHONY ATKINSON, TIM OXLEY, THE GUILD LEAGUE and ROB CLARKSON.
Local Melbourne label Candle records hold their annual concert featuring some of the labels biggest names over one huge evening. This year’s line-up features The Lucksmiths (first show in Australia since April), Darren Hanlon, Richard Easton, The Guild League, The Small Knives, Rob Clarkson and Anthony Atkinson. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.candlerecords.com.au

Sat 25 Feb
AGAINST ME! (USA)
Fat Wreck Chords Against Me! return to our shores to promote their latest album ‘Searching For A Former Clarity’, out now through Shock. Smoke free. Guests: The Disables + A Death In The Family + Mutiny. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $22+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.againstme.net

Mon 27 Feb
“The Two-Timing Tour” featuring Les Savy Fav (USA) + The Hold Steady (USA) + Thunderbirds Are Now! (USA)
Les Savy Fav return to the Corner this time joined by fellow New Yorkers, The Hold Steady (US) and Detroit darlings, Thunderbirds Are Now! (US). Les Savy Fav “Inches” is out now on Popfrenzy Records. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $34+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.lessavyfav.com

Tues 28 Feb
BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE (CANADA) Selling fast!
Toronto indie-rock band Broken Social Scene tour Australia for the first time. The band has just released their new self-titled album, which is out now through Shock Records. Guest: New Buffalo. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $42+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.arts-crafts.ca/bss

Wed 1 March
BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE (CANADA) Just announced!
Due to popular demand Toronto indie-rock band Broken Social Scene will play a second show at the Corner Hotel. The band has just released their new self-titled album, which is out now through Shock Records. Guest: New Buffalo. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $42+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.arts-crafts.ca/bss

Fri 3 March
COMISSIONER GORDON – Final ever show
After almost a year of obscurity, Melbourne Ska Heavyweights Commissioner Gordon have finally decided to call it a day. They play their final ever show alongside Mr. Coffee and The Ska Vendors. The new DVD ‘Live at the Corner Hotel’ will be available on the night. Doors: 8.30pm
$10 at the door.

Sat 4 March
ED KUEPER AND JEFFREY WEGENER featuring Peter Oxley.
Ed Kuepper, the one time Saints guitarist/songwriter and band leader for post-punk giants the Laughing Clowns, and Wegener, the original drummer for The Saints and only other mainstay along side Kuepper in the Clowns, reunited after a 20 years sabbatical earlier this year to perform the live soundtrack to a series of avant-garde films by New Zealand film maker Len Lye. Former Sunnyboys bass player Peter Oxley has now joined the pair adding a new dimension to a rich catalogue. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $23+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Wed 8 March
SARAH LEE GUTHRIE (USA) & JOHNNY IRION (USA) + THE WAILIN’ JENNYS (CANADA)
Granddaughter of folk legend Woody, Sarah Lee Guthrie performs with partner Johnny Irion. The pair recently played together at the Port Fairy Folk festival garnering stellar reviews. Joining them fro this show is The Wailin’ Jennys who were also a hit at Port Fairy and are at the top of the North American roots scene with their standout harmonies and mix of traditional and original songs. Guests: Chris Wilson & Sarah Carroll. Doors: 7:30pm
Tickets $33+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.sarahleeandjohnny.com

Fri 10 March
ASH GRUNWALD
Australian blues and roots legend, Ash Grunwald returns to the Corner to play one show only. Ash had a busy 2005 touring overseas, picking up ARIA nominations for his ‘Live At The Corner’ album and also winning ‘Album Of The Year’ at the Australian Blues Awards. Ash is working on a new album to be released later in 2006.Guests: Blue King Brown. Doors: 8:30pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.ashgrunwald.com

Sat 11 March & Sun 12 March – (Sat sold out / Sun selling fast!)
DINOSAUR JR (USA)
For the very first time, we here in Australia are to be blessed with a visit from one of the most pivotal bands of our time and, in their original form: J Mascis, Lou Barlow and Murph. Dinosaur JR is regarded as laying the groundwork for alternative rocks commercial breakthrough with their revolutionary detours into free-form noise and melodic soloing melded with Mascis’s laconic whine. Tickets $45+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dinosaurjr.com

Thurs 16 March (On sale 6 Feb)
THE MISFITS (USA)
Legendary punk band The Misfits return return to Australia playing songs from all their classic albums. The band celebrated 25 years in 2001 and the current line-up includes founding member Jerry Only, Dez Candena (Black Flag) and Robo (Black Flag). Doors:8pm
Tickets $39.60+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.misfits.com

Fri 17 March & Sun 19 March
CLUTCH (USA) Selling fast!
Clutch are known the world over as America’s hardest working and hardest touring rock band and their new album Robot Hive/Exodus is the witness and the proof. This is their first tour of Australia. Guests: Fort (Fri) + Peeping Tom (Sun). Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $33+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
http://www.pro-rock.com/

Sat 18 March (On sale 6 Feb)
FULL SCALE
More details soon. Guests: Hinge. Doors: 8:30pm
Tickets $22+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.fullscale.com.au

Wed 29 March
HARRY MANX (CANADA)
Harry Manx is an essential link between the music of East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the blues with the depths of classical Indian ragas. Harry’s new album ‘Mantras For Madmen’ is out now through Shock. Doors: 8:00pm
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.harrymanx.com

Thur 30 March (On Sale Mon 6 Feb)
BOMBA
More details soon. Guests: Blue King Brown, Josh Owen Band, Dane Tucquet. Doors: 6.30pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com

Tues 11 April
HOTHOUSE FLOWERS (IRELAND)
Legendary cult Irish band Hothouse Flowers return to Australia for Bluesfest 2006 held in Byron Bay. The band who have been together since 1984 have a worldwide cult following and their mix of rock’n’roll and Irish folk has made them one of Irelands biggest groups. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $47.30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.hothouseflowers.com

Wed 12 April
THE MOUNTAIN GOATS (USA)
After selling out every show on their Sept 2005 tour, The Mountain Goats return to Australia. The band have built a strong and loyal following with ‘main-man’ John Danielle’s perfectly-framed narratives and imaginative lyrics. Look out for The Mountain Goats special Australian Tour EP available to coincide with the tour. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $33+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.themountaingoats.net

Sat 15 April
ZEKE (USA)
American Punk Rock legends ZEKE make a long awaited return to Australia for the second time in their career. The bands have toured in the past couple of years with the likes of Iron Maiden, Korn, Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies, Methods of Mayhem, X, the Misfits, the Dammed, Motorhead, and Nashville Pussy. Back to being a brutal 4 piece, ZEKE will deliver tracks from all their classics, including “Kicked in the Teeth” & “Dirty Sanchez” (Epitaph), “Death Alley” (Aces and Eights) to their latest ‘til The Livin’ End” (relapse). Presented by Blunt magazine. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.zekeyou.com

Fri 21 April
THE HERD
The Herd return to Melbourne for their first headline show in 5 months. In that time the band have become one of the biggest hip-hop acts in the country with their latest album ‘The Sun Never Sets’ being a Triple J feature album, a J award nominee and number 29 in Rolling Stone magazine’s best albums of 2005. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.elefanttraks.com

Sat 13 May (On sale 6 Feb)
THE WHITLAMS
The Whitlams return to the live circuit and release their sixth studio album, a 2-disc set “Little Cloud and the Apple’s Eye” which will be released nationally on 19th March 2006. It features a variety of songs written during Tim Freedmans time in New York in addition to his usual musings on his home of Newtown. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $23+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thewhitlams.com

THIS WEEK
Sat 3 Dec THE MORNING BIRDS cd launch
Sun 4 Dec MATCHBOOK ROMANCE (USA) (Strictly under 18 show)
Mon 5 Dec MATCHBOOK ROMANCE (USA) (Strictly over 18 show)
Wed 7 Dec CORNER 10TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW featuring SPIDERBAIT with The Guttersnipes

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thurs 12 Jan under 18 afternoon & Over 18 evening (on sale Fri 2 Dec)
RUFIO (USA)
California’s emo / pop-punk quartet return to Australia to promote the release of their latest album ‘The Comfort Of Home.’ The album is out now through Shock Records. Guests: Tiltmeter + Armageddon Sky. Smoke free.
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
rufio.isaband.com

Fri 30 Dec
“GLIPHIC” featuring Adams Odyssey + Halitosis + Tread plus more.
“Gliphic” is an event spearheaded by Adam Margolis, a musician/artist who has a built a reputation in LA. Originally from Melbourne, Adam is introducing himself to his hometown supported by some of the best rock/metal acts Melbourne has to offer: Tread, Halitosis and Tiltmeter. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.gliphic.com

Wed 1 Feb
THE MAGIC NUMBERS (UK)
London’s The Magic Numbers are in town for the 2006 Big Day Out and play their only Melbourne headline show at the Corner. The bands self-titled album is out now. Smoke free. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $49.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.themagicnumbers.net

Fri 24 Feb
CANDLE RECORDS 2006 CONCERT featuring… THE LUCKSMITHS, DARREN HANLON, THE SMALLKNIVES, ANTHONY ATKINSON, TIM OXLEY, THE GUILD LEAGUE and ROB CLARKSON.
Local Melbourne label Candle records hold their annual concert featuring some of the labels biggest names over one huge evening. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.candlerecords.com.au

GIG GUIDE

Sat 3 Dec
THE MORNING BIRDS album launch
Melbourne’s Morning Birds launch their debut album ” Lay ” featuring a 6-piece band, plus special guests - “Lay” is out through Mescalito and distributed nationally through Reverberation. Smoke free. Guests: Small Fish Deep Sea + Ben Quinn + Kerri Simpson. Doors 8.30pm.
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.themorningbirds.com

Sun 4 Dec (Under18s)
MATCHBOOK ROMANCE (USA) Under 18’s only.
Matchbook Romance visit Australia for the first time playing songs of their successful breakthrough album ‘Stories and Alibis’ out now on Epitaph Records. Strictly under 18’s show. Smoke free. Guests: Behind Crimson Eyes + Trial Kennedy. Doors 8.30.
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.matchbookromance.com

Mon 5 Dec (Over 18s)
MATCHBOOK ROMANCE (USA) Over 18’s only.
Matchbook Romance visit Australia for the first time playing songs of their successful breakthrough album ‘Stories and Alibis’ out now on Epitaph Records. Strictly over 18’s show. Smoke free. Guests: Behind Crimson Eyes + Trial Kennedy. Doors 8pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.matchbookromance.com

Wed 7 Dec
CORNER 10th ANNIVERSARY SHOW 4 feat: SPIDERBAIT with The Guttersnipes
To celebrate 10 years of great shows, launch the new second level (bars / lounge / dining), and mark the beginning of a new era at the Corner we’re celebrating with some very special shows. Spiderbait were intending to do their final show of the year on the first weekend of Nov at the Forum, but The Corner has managed to coax them back to the stage for one more show before they take a long well deserved break. Expect a roll call of their classics to bring an end to our 10th anniversary celebrations in style. Every anniversary show ticket holder will receive limited edition Corner merchandise and souvenir magazine celebrating ten years of shows! Tickets for the Anniversary shows are strictly limited. Smoke free. Guests: The Guttersnipes + Special Guest DJ Shane. Doors 8.30pm.
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.cornerhotel.com

Fri 9 Dec
SPARGO cd launch
Spargo return to the Corner to launch their new EP. The band has spent the better half of 2005 embarking on an intense touring schedule, which has seen them perform over 40 showcases in the UK and Italy, to high acclaim. Smoke free. Guests: Simon Imrei + The Basics. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.spargomusic.com

Sat 10 Dec
SAVAGE (NZ)
New Zealand’s Savage visits Melbourne to celebrate the release of his debut solo album Moonshine. Having racked up gold & platinum plaques for his work on classic NZ hip hop releases from both Scribe & Mareko, Savage’s latest single featuring Akon has debuted at number 9 on the Australian singles chart. Guests: Mareko (NZ) + Phrase. Smoke free. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dawnraid.co.nz

Sun 11 Dec
MARIE WILSON album launch
Marie Wilson performs live with full band, songs from her brand new album ‘Heartbreak’. The title track ‘Heartbreak’, a collaboration with Bryan Adams has all the characteristics Marie is renowned for, passion, drive and emotion. Smoke free. Guest: Salty.
Doors: 7pm
Tickets $22+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.mariewilson.com

Wed 14 Dec
SONS AND DAUGHTERS (UK)
Glasgow’s Sons And Daughters bring their distinctive mix of rockabilly, folk, American country and punk to the Corner Hotel. Their debut album ‘The Repulsion Box’ is out now through Domino/Remote Control. Guests: The Devastations + Batrider. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $38+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.sonsanddaughtersloveyou.com

Thurs 15 Dec
THE CHURCH (Acoustic)
Legendary Australian band The Church celebrate the release of their new album ‘el momento descuidado’ which is the latest addition to the Liberation Acoustic Blue series. The acoustic album sees the band re-invent many of their popular tunes and breath new life into some of the less heard gems of their career. Guests: Prettymess. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thechurchband.com

Fri 16 Dec
STEPHEN MALKMUS AND THE JICKS (USA)
One time Pavement frontman Steve Malkmus brings his current band, The Jicks, to Australia. The band is one of the headline acts at this years Meredith festival and will then bring their show to the Corner. The bands latest album ‘Face The Truth’ is out now. Smoke free.
Tickets $36+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.stephenmalkmus.com

Sat 17 Dec
SHAPESHIFTER
Shapeshifter play a rare headline show in Melbourne. The bands popularity is reflected in their latest hit LP release Riddim Wise (2004) which has gone gold in NZ. The night will also be Nutone (Hospital Records) Long White Cloud remix 12” launch party. Smoke free. Guests: Ladi 6 (Verse 2 / Fat Freddys Drop) + Gsan & Sean + Motive + Shi Kung. Doors: 9pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.shapeshifter.co.nz

Thurs 22 Dec
MICK THOMAS AND THE SURE THING – CHRISTMAS SHOW
Mick Thomas And The Sure Thing return to the Corner to play their annual Christmas shows. These shows have become a tradition in the Melbourne music scene and a must for fans of Weddings Parties Anything and any of Mick’s other projects. Smoke free. Guests: Lisa Miller + Charles Jenkins and the Swedish Cowboys Doors: 8pm
Tickets $22+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.mickthomas.com

Fri 23 Dec
MICK THOMAS AND THE SURE THING – CHRISTMAS SHOW
Mick Thomas And The Sure Thing return to the Corner to play their annual Christmas shows. These shows have become a tradition in the Melbourne music scene and a must for fans of Weddings, Parties Anything and any of Mick’s other projects. Smoke free. Guests: Rebecca Barnard + Rob Clarkson. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $22+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.mickthomas.com

Sat 24 Dec – Christmas Eve
MICK THOMAS AND THE SURE THING – CHRISTMAS SHOW
Mick Thomas And The Sure Thing return to the Corner to play their annual Christmas shows. These shows have become a tradition in the Melbourne music scene and a must for fans of Weddings, Parties Anything and any of Mick’s other projects. Smoke free. Guests: Dan Brodie + Clinkerfeild. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $22+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.mickthomas.com

Mon 26 Dec – Boxing Day
“BOXING DAY BLUES” feat. GEOFF ACHISON AND THE SOULDIGGERS + CHRIS WILSON AND THE SPIDERMEN
The annual “Boxing Day Blues” tradition continues with Geoff Achison and the Souldiggers plus Chris Wilson and the Spidermen presenting a great evening of post Christmas blues. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $18+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.geoffachison.com

Fri 30 Dec
“GLIPHIC” featuring Adams Odyssey + Halitosis + Tread plus more.
“Gliphic” is an event spearheaded by Adam Margolis, a musician/artist who has a built a reputation in LA. Originally from Melbourne, Adam is introducing himself to his hometown supported by some of the best rock/metal acts Melbourne has to offer: Tread, Halitosis and Tiltmeter. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $10+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.gliphic.com

Mon 2 Jan
THE ZUTONS (UK) + THE ROLLING BLACKOUTS (USA)
The Zutons visit Australia for the first time to play at the 2005 Falls festival. Joining them for their Corner show is California’s pop-punk band ‘The Rolling Blackouts.’ Smoke free. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $35+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.thezutons.co.uk

Sat 7 Jan - SOLD OUT
THE SHINS (USA)
The Shins return to Australia for their third tour and to play at the sold out Falls Festival. Smoke free. Guests: The Brunettes (NZ). Doors: 8.30pm
www.theshins.com

Thurs 12 Jan UNDER 18 ONLY! (on sale Fri 2 Dec)
RUFIO (USA)
California’s emo / pop-punk quartet return to Australia to promote the release of their latest album ‘The Comfort Of Home.’ The album is out now through Shock Records. Guests: Tiltmeter + Armageddon Sky. Smoke free. Doors: 12.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
rufio.isaband.com

Thurs 12 Jan OVER 18 ONLY! (on sale Fri 2 Dec)
RUFIO (USA)
California’s emo / pop-punk quartet return to Australia to promote the release of their latest album ‘The Comfort Of Home.’ The album is out now through Shock Records. Guests: Tiltmeter + Armageddon Sky. Smoke free. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
rufio.isaband.com

Sat 14 Jan
THE MARK OF CAIN
The Mark Of Cain is touring again after an absence from the live circuit. The band will be road testing some new songs to be included on their 2006 album. Guests: My Disco + Grey Daturas. Smoke free. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.tmoc.com.au

Sun 15 Jan (Strictly under 18)
“TO DIE FOR BOYS OF SUMMER TOUR” featuring PARKWAY DRIVE + EVERGREEN TERRACE (USA) + CARPATHIAN + THE GETAWAY PLAN.
This summer sees 4 of the hottest punk and hardcore bands teaming up for the “To Die For BOYS OF SUMMER Tour!” Fresh off their debut album tour for ‘Killing with a Smile’, Parkway Drive team up with Evergreen Terrace, Carpathian and The Getaway Plan. After wowing Australian audiences on their debut tour in 2004, Evergreen Terrace will be showcasing tunes from their latest album on ‘Sincerity’ plus all the oldies and goldies from their extensive back catalogue. Carpathian will also be showing off new tracks on this tour, and then head into the studio shortly after to record their debut album for Resist Records. And relative newcomers The Getaway Plan will no doubt build on their reputation for a blistering live show on the ‘Boys of Summer’ tour. Strictly under 18. Smoke free. Doors: 12.30pm
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.destroyalllines.com

Sun 15 Jan (Strictly over 18)
“TO DIE FOR BOYS OF SUMMER TOUR” featuring PARKWAY DRIVE + EVERGREEN TERRACE (USA) + CARPATHIAN + THE GETAWAY PLAN.
This summer sees 4 of the hottest punk and hardcore bands teaming up for the “To Die For BOYS OF SUMMER Tour!” Fresh off their debut album tour for ‘Killing with a Smile’, Parkway Drive team up with Evergreen Terrace, Carpathian and The Getaway Plan. After wowing Australian audiences on their debut tour in 2004, Evergreen Terrace will be showcasing tunes from their latest album on ‘Sincerity’ plus all the oldies and goldies from their extensive back catalogue. Carpathian will also be showing off new tracks on this tour, and then head into the studio shortly after to record their debut album for Resist Records. And relative newcomers The Getaway Plan will no doubt build on their reputation for a blistering live show on the ‘Boys of Summer’ tour. Strictly over 18. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $25+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.destroyalllines.com

Wed 1 Feb
THE MAGIC NUMBERS (UK)
London’s The Magic Numbers are in town for the 2006 Big Day Out and play their only Melbourne headline show at the Corner. The bands self-titled album is out now. Smoke free. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $49.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.themagicnumbers.net

Thurs 2 Feb
SLEATER KINNEY (USA)
Oregon all-girl punk rock trio, Sleater Kinney, return to Australia to play the 2006 Big Day Out. The bands latest album ‘The Woods’ is out now. Smoke free. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $38.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.sleater-kinney.com

Sat 4 Feb
RAISON D’ETRE + BRIGHTER DEATH NOW (SWEDEN)
Sweden’s ‘Cold Meat Industry’ is the most recognized and respected dark ambient / cult industrial record label in the world. For the first time three of the labels biggest names visit Australia complete with collaborative side projects and some of Australia best industrial acts supporting. Smoke free. Guests: Bocksholm + Shinjuku Thief + Manticle. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.coldmeatinoz.com

Sun 5 Feb
BRIGHTER DEATH NOW + DEUTSCH NEPAL (SWEDEN)
Sweden’s ‘Cold Meat Industry’ is the most recognized and respected dark ambient / cult industrial record label in the world. For the first time three of the labels biggest names visit Australia complete with collaborative side projects and some of Australia best industrial acts supporting. Smoke free. Guests: Atomine Elektrine + Frozen faces + Isomer. Doors: 7.30pm
Tickets $30+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.coldmeatinoz.com

Fri 24 Feb
CANDLE RECORDS 2006 CONCERT featuring… THE LUCKSMITHS, DARREN HANLON, THE SMALLKNIVES, ANTHONY ATKINSON, TIM OXLEY, THE GUILD LEAGUE and ROB CLARKSON.
Local Melbourne label Candle records hold their annual concert featuring some of the labels biggest names over one huge evening. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $15+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.candlerecords.com.au

Tues 28 Feb
BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE (CANADA)
Toronto indie-rock band Broken Social Scene tour Australia for the first time. The band has just released their new self-titled album, which is out now through Shock Records. Smoke free. Doors: 8pm
Tickets $42+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.arts-crafts.ca/bss

THIS WEEK

Fri 25 Nov THE SAINTS with Iron On & The Kits
Sat 26 Nov NILE (USA) with The Furor & Psychroptic
Sun 27 Nov EFFIGY OF NOW cd launch with The Nervous Pilots & King Armadillo
Mon 28 Nov CORNER 10TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW featuring “THE KINGS OF MOOMBA”
Tues 29 Nov CORNER 10TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW featuring “THE LONG NECKS”

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Wed 30 Nov - Third and final Melbourne show!
STEVE EARLE (USA)
Due to popular demand country rocker Steve Earle and his band The Dukes play a third and final Melbourne show. Steve’s new album, ‘The Revolution Starts…Now’ is out now. Smoke free. Guests: Allison Moorer
Tickets $58.30+bf Corner Box Office 12-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.steveearle.com

Sat 10 Dec
SAVAGE (NZ)
New Zealand’s Savage visits Melbourne to celebrate the release of his debut solo album Moonshine. Having racked up gold & platinum plaques for his work on classic NZ hip hop releases from both Scribe & Mareko, Savage’s latest single featuring Akon has debuted at number 9 on the Australian singles chart. Smoke free. Doors: 8.30pm
Tickets $20+bf Corner Box Office 12-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dawnraid.co.nz

Thurs 12 Jan (on sale Fri 2 Dec)
RUFIO (USA)