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Petersham Bowling Club Announces Sham Fest to Raise Funds for Accessibility Upgrade

I’m a big believer in any measures that help more people enjoy live music. So I’m thrilled to see Petersham Bowling Club announce accessibility upgrade plans for the near future. They’ll form the largest and most important upgrades the venue’s seen in 1972. Of course that doesn’t come cheaply, so the not-for-profit venue will start rattling the tins to make it happen.

The club’s fundraising drive kicks off with Sham Fest, an accessible two-day music festival on April 6 and 7. Local acts including Crocodylus, Good Pash, The Crooked Fiddle Band, and The Morrisons will keep the crowds entertained. There’ll also be line dancing, sea shanty singalongs, lawn bowls, and finska games. In line with PBC’s commitment to accessibility, there’ll be Auslan interpretation for the main acts on both days. It’s free to attend, but make sure you dig deep to support those accessibility upgrades.

PBC is a club with a difference. There are no pokies and it’s run with a focus on sustainability and community. It’s thrived against the odds, and continues to be one of the most important live music venues in Sydney. If you’re local, make sure you attend Sham Fest to show your support. And if you’re not, you can still support the club’s fundraising efforts by clicking this link.

Photo credit: Yeah Rad

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Phil Jamieson Hosts Port Macquarie Fundraising Festival

Grinspoon frontman Phil Jamieson has created the Magic Castle Festival, a new music festival in Port Macquarie. The event looks to raise money for local legend and Phil’s friend Lucas “Fruge” Farrugia, who was severely injured in a motorcycle accident later this year.

“To know Fruge is to love him, a generous soul with a raucous sense of humour, complete with many unforgivable tattoos,” Phil explained. “This accident put his loved ones in deep shock, and we just want to alleviate the financial burden of recovery so he can concentrate on the physical challenges, making Magic Castle a not-for-profit event, with all proceeds being directed to Fruge’s medical fund.”

Phil will host the event and introduce crowds to an eclectic mix of artists including three-piece garage band Royal Chant, punk rockers Pelican Itch, hip hop duo Korzdahavoc, and special guest DJs Healey and Starky. The bands will be complemented by taste dishes from XS and Fish Face Taco.

The Magic Castle Festival hits Port Macquarie’s Black Duck Brewery on April 11. Tickets are strictly limited and available from Oztix for $25 plus booking fee.

Image used with permission from RAWR Music

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Big Name Aussie Acts Plays Show for Casey Tutungi

You Am I Allstars (an all-star band featuring You Am I members and some special guests) will headline a fundraising event for Casey Tutungi, the quadriplegic former Geelong football player.

Paul Dempsey, Regurgitator, Lisa Mitchell, Adalita, The Bamboos, Dan Sultan, and Yacht Club DJs will also grace the stage at the event designed to raise funds for the care of the 28-year-old VFL player. Casey suffered a paralysing spinal injury during a game in the middle of the year. It left him in a wheelchair just months before the birth of his first child.

A Show for Casey will hit Simonds Stadium on Sunday 29 September from 1 pm. It’s an all-ages event, with kids 12 and under enjoying free entry. Just make sure you bring you ID if you plan on drinking. Tickets cost just $50 from the Show for Casey website and all Ghanda stores.

Image used with permission from Two Fish Out of Water

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Saskwatch Raise Funds for Glastonbury Jaunt

The very funky Melbourne nine-piece Saskwatch are heading to Glastonbury! The slot at arguably Europe’s most prestigious rock festival is a fitting follow-up to appearances at key local events including Bluesfest, Falls Festival, Meredith, and Golden Plains.

Getting such a massive band to the other side of the world isn’t going to be easy, so Saskwatch are raising funds to make it happen. You can donate to the band via the Pozible website in exchange for Sakwatch goodies including signed merchandise, personalised mix-tapes, and even one of Nkechi’s awesome stage dresses.

Alternatively you could see the band live at one of their farewell shows. And when they make music as good as their most recent single “I Get Lonely”, why wouldn’t you? Saskwatch will play Carlton’s Curtin Bandroom on June 1 and an all-ages show at Daylesford Town Hall on June 8.