LIVE WIRE – Sydney Live Music Guide March 3rd
Image: Toro Y Moi
Toro y Moi: Young American musician and producer Toro y Moi has created a wonderfully unique version of electronica that is enveloping and hypnotic, yet catchy and fun. The psychedelic sounds swirl around his quirky vocal stylings while driven along by charging drums and fuzzed-out synths. You could do worse than lose yourself in his sonic world for a night.
Thu, Mar 7th, The Standard
Sam Amidon: The last time this singer-songwriter was here he was endearing audiences with two 2012 Sydney Festival performances; one of which was the support slot for Beth Orton. Now the folk performer is back doing some intimate shows, which have been described as absolutely intoxicating. Find out why artists such as Bon Iver are falling in love with Amidon’s work.
Thu, Mar 7th, FBi Social
George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic: One of the greatest funk musicians to ever leave an imprint on the sound is returning to Australia with a 22-piece band to deliver a psychedelic funk extravaganza. On his Galactic Space Circus tour you can witness the innovator that inspired Prince, De La Soul, Snoop Dog and countless others.
Fri, Mar 8th, Hi-Fi
Jazz in Hip-hop: A collective of local jazz musicians, improvisers, MCs and singers will be presenting a night of music that explores one of hip-hop’s major fount of inspiration: jazz music. Jazz from the 50s to the 70s provided a wealth of samples for the likes of Pete Rock, De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest and more to create a sound that has been one of the most prominent musical forces of the last 20 years. A musical educational experience awaits here.
Fri, Mar 8th, 505
Dereb the Ambassador: Addis Ababa native, Dereb Desalegn was a bit of a musical celebrity back home, but he now brings his blend of traditional Ethiopian folk, Afro rhythms and funk to his adopted home in Sydney. Dereb’s stirring vocals are backed by a seven-piece band comprised of Sydney’s hottest young musicians, whose sound is hypnotic, energetic and will keep you up and dancing well into the night.
Sat, Mar 9th, Camelot
Antibalas: This Brooklyn collective from Daptone Records (the home of artists such as Sharon Jones & The Dapkings and Charles Bradley) are bringing their Afro-beat sound to Sydney. Antibalas, inspired by the Nigerian father of Afro-beat Fela Kuti, features members that contributed to the successful Broadway production Fela! and in the footsteps of the legendary musician perform music that is conscious, anti-war and focuses its energy on overcoming global injustices.
Tue, Mar 12th, Enmore Theatre
