Music
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Brilliance in abundance
08 Jun 2019
Herbie Hancock reviewBY CHRIS JOHNSONThe mark of a bandleader can be gauged by his generosity towards the musicians he leads. Comfortable in his own skin, surrounded by the best,... -
Louis’ boy a conference hit
07 Jun 2019
BY CHRIS JOHNSON Hands up who went to National Conference. Keep them up if you went to the Saturday night Gala Dinner at the Brisbane Town Hall. Hold them up high if... -
Joan As Police Woman – arrest me now
14 May 2019
BY CHRIS JOHNSONHer funky gold violin was nowhere to be seen or heard all night, but Joan As Police Woman with pink Telecaster in hand captivated the audience all the same.... -
Perfect setting, perfect festival
03 May 2019
By CHRIS JOHNSONMorning yoga. Ocean views. Live classical music.That’s not a bad way to start any day, let alone Easter Sunday as part of the Four Winds music festival in Bermagui... -
Joan As Police Woman on the beat in Australia
29 Mar 2019
One would think that if a rock chick named herself and her band after 1970s movie star Angie Dickinson she would be somewhat cool.And one would be right in that thought if we are... -
Beethoven meets the bush at Easter
08 Mar 2019
BY CHRIS JOHNSONWith Easter fast approaching, some turn their minds to holiday destinations where live music can be enjoyed. And the Easter long weekend provides a number of music... -
So many contenders for Queen of Rock
18 Feb 2019
BY CHRIS JOHNSON Is it even worth trying to name the definitive Queen of Rock?So many amazing female rockers have stood the test of time and could quite comfortable lay claim... -
Bali bands have got it covered
21 Jan 2019
BY CHRIS JOHNSON Looking for live music while on holiday in Bali? No problem. The locals have found a formula that works for tourists.On any given night, Bali hotspots are... -
Get your Christmas music cheer on
06 Dec 2018
BY CHRIS JOHNSONIt’s time to pull out those old Christmas albums – on CD, vinyl or cassette – or rush into any department store and find a few Christmas CDs in the sale bins.Or... -
Soaking in the Baths of Caracalla
10 Sep 2018
By Chris Johnson When in Rome….Surely a visit to Italy has to include a night out at the opera?After all, the Italians invented the opera. They know how to put one on.At the...
