LIVE WIRE – Sydney’s Live Music Guide Aug 18
Image: The Gooch Palms
Wil Wagner: The Smith Street bands passionate frontman is picking up his guitar tonight and taking the stage solo for a special performance. This will be one of the biggest solo shows Wil has ever done, as such he will be joined by friend and musical compadre Jeff Rosenstock.
Thu, Aug 18, Oxford Art Factory
Dustin Tebbutt: Following the release of his much anticipated album First Light, Tebbutt is hitting the roads to share his pride and joy with fans. This time around Dustin has specifically written with his live show in mind so these shows are sure to be fun, energetic and lighthearted.
Fri, Aug 19, Newtown Social Club
Dave Dobbyn: With the trans-Tasman rugby rivalry between the Wallabies and All Blacks continuing this weekend, what better way to wind down afterwards than with the charming pop sounds of New Zealand’s own Dave Dobbyn?
Sat, Aug 20, The Basement
The Gooch Palms: This beloved group return to home soil this weekend to celebrate the release of their sophomore album Introverted Extroverts. While keeping the band’s origin of cheeky, Newcastle-punk in the forefront, Introverted Extroverts sees The Gooch Palms get smarter, denser, and a hell of a lot more catchy.
Sat, Aug 20, Oxford Art Factory
The Kill Devil Hills: These guys play with the swagger and self-assured confidence of a band on top of their game. And rightly so, the highly regarded purveyors of rock angst, sun-ripened restraint and fierce poetry have just released their fourth studio album, In On Under Near Water.
Sat, Aug 20, Factory Floor
Australian Chamber Choir: Following their sell-out Melbourne performance of Bach in the Castle of Heaven, the sublime voices of the highly acclaimed Australian Chamber Choir will resonate throughout Sydney this weekend. Experience the vocal dexterity of the 18-member choir and wind down your weekend in perfect harmony.
Sun, Aug 21, St Mary’s Cathedral
Marguerite Montes: Just because it’s a Tuesday doesn’t mean you have to miss out on a lovely night out while listening to some beautiful music. If this sounds like something you would enjoy, head on down to The Record Crate in Glebe for their weekly event which includes half price pasta and music by Marguerite Montes as she serenades you with original latin and gypsy music.
Tue, Aug 23, The Record Crate
