All-Star Variety Fundraiser
The decision to close Lizotte’s at Dee Why and Kincumber has hit local music communities hard. As the pendulum swings even further away from live music, the average punter has even fewer opportunities to catch their favourite local artists. But if there is any upside, it’s that it has provided a boost for niche radio station, FM 99.3. Station presenter Georgina Reed made the approach. “I said to Brian Lizotte, ‘Mate, we really need to do something before you close.’” He agreed, and so they began to put together an All-Star fundraiser for community broadcaster FM 99.3.
Originally a Jazz station, 99.3 now encompasses Blues, Funk and Soul. “So many of the people we play on Northside radio have appeared at Lizotte’s”, says Reed, “and the band is made up of people who have been playing around Sydney forever.” The extensive lineup includes performers like Craig Calhoun, Barry Leef, Doug Williams Diana Rouvas and The First Ladies of Soul. There is also talk of a surprise special guest – a soul singer and household name. “They are all great entertainers but also the types our audience really enjoy seeing,” explains Reed.
“With numerous door prizes and other fundraisers, this may be be the biggest show Lizotte’s has done”, says Reed, “very entertaining and a lot of fun.”
Thursday 14 May, 8:30pm, Lizotte’s, 629 Pittwater Rd, Dee Why, $35, sydney.lizottes.com.au
