20th December 2019 Christmas
A great night to unwind and prepare for the celebrations to come. Open stage night with surprises as usual. Our guest Paru at 14 years of age is outstanding as a performer.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
15th November 2019 Ukelele Night
CAYLEE Julie Bradley & Di Stephens
This duo specialising in the ukulele, have performed at the Melbourne and Hills Ukulele Festivals and at a range of Gippsland Music and Arts Events.
Caylee offer an eclectic selection of original songs and unique arrangements of contemporary pop, folk and traditional tunes. The girl’s voices blend beautifully with lovely harmonies as they showcase a range of ukulele techniques. You may however, also find some harmonica, banjolele or Serbian pipe in the mix.
Di and Julie write their own material for the ukulele and are founding members of the Gippsland based song writing group ‘Hummingbird Sisters’. Their original material is varied and ranges from mythical ballads to thoughtful reflections on life and the Australian landscape.
Support acts on the night include
Knox U3A group, Balla Balla Ukes, Langwarrin Ukes, Stuck in C and CRUG.
Members Draw went to
18th October 2019 Simon Imrei
Singer/songwriter Simon Imrei is proud to release a brand-new collection of songs into the world with his new EP, Older. With four new acoustic offerings among the track list, capped by the full-band single Stand Still, the new EP continues down the path established by Simon’s 2018 two-part album, The Sum of Scenes. Recorded largely at The Aviary, the new music has all of the vintage tape tones and nuance that the studio is renowned for, paired with the honesty and subtly Simon has returned to in his recent releases.
The songs are raw and stripped-back, but have a depth and cinematic quality wrapped around the storytelling. From the melancholy Americana of Stand Still, to the harmony-laden playfulness of Next To Me and the haunting echo of Same Old Story, the depth of the music is not only in the subject matter, but also in the eyes through which the stories are told. It’s an EP born out of the perspective that only comes from age and experience.
Great harmonies from the friends.
“Honest stories & sentiment, wrapped in folk/Americana, anchored by percussive guitar playing and laced with blues sensibility…”
Members Draw went to Ray
Rat Award went to Mark
20th September 2019 DYLANesque – the Bob Dylan Story
FOLK SINGER, REBEL, BEAT POET, ROCK STAR
Bob Dylan changed music forever when he burst onto the scene in the 60s in New York’s Greenwich Village.
And Jeff Jenkins pays tribute to Dylan’s extraordinary life, the times and his music in his one man show DYLANesque – the Bob Dylan Story.
Over 1.5 hours Jeff cleverly weaves stories of key moments from Bob’s life with spellbinding performances of some of Dylan’s finest songs.
It’s a powerful homage to one of the 20th century’s greatest songwriters and a rare opportunity to hear Dylan songs sung the way he used to sing them.
If you want ‘authentic Bob’ – this is the show for you.
AGM over – New committee elected. On with the music.
Members Draw went to Heather
Rat Award went to Clem
16th August 2019 Jose and the Amigos
Just a bunch of crazy hombres playing bluegrass! Led by a notorious bandito, Jose & The Amigos brings bluegrass (and its relatives) to you with a serving of spicy enchiladas. The amigos are recruited from jam sessions, deserted tropical islands, and lonesome haciendas, wherever Jose can rustle them up. The band often has additions from Jammalong sessions (Melbourne and Canberra) but its core membership typically includes: Marty (aka Maurice), Tom, Chops, Mick and Jose. Andale andale arriba!
Members Draw went to Clem
Rat Award went to Fire on Water
19th July 2019 Voces Torogoz
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Get your Mexican on – It’s a Mariachi Band
Mariachi (/mɑːriˈɑːtʃi/; Spanish: [maˈɾjatʃi]) is a style of music and musical group performance that dates back to at least the 18th century, evolving over time in the countryside of various regions of western Mexico. It has a distinctive instrumentation, musical genre, performance and singing styles, and clothing.
And a set by the Young Musicians Club.
The club turned into a rave night. People dancing everywhere.
Members Draw went to Jim
Rat Award went to David
21st June 2019 Greg Champion
This is the type of humor you will get. Back by popular demand.
Greg came to notice in the Eighties on ABC radio with the song I Made a 100 In The Backyard At Mum’s. Now he’s released over 30 CDs, and won a few gongs in the VMI category: ‘Vaguely Minor Identity’. Champs has been a member of institutional ABC radio programme The Coodabeen Champions for 36 years. Greg grew up in the Hectorville Home For The Visually Unpleasant, and nowadays does guest speaking, where he’s classified as a De-Motivational Speaker. A four time runner-up in the Australian Underachiever Awards, Champs has no criminal record.
No awards this month.
17th May 2019 Rich Davies and the Low Road
With a poet’s heart & rocker’s soul, Rich Davies & The Low Road deliver a ‘foot-stomping contemporary folk attack’ (Mick Thomas). The Golden Guitar 2018 nominee & his rousing band have been hailed as ‘The Pogues meets Springsteen’ as they peel back the skin of rock’n’roll to expose bones of folk and roots. The Low Road are renowned for their raucous live show and heart-stopping harmonies, traversing tender ballads to impassioned folk stompers. Placing song craft front and centre, with Davies’ heart-wrung voice leading the charge.
“Think Springsteen meets the Pogues, glorious and visceral folk music”
Post To Wire
“Fantastic songwriter… the real deal!”
Dobe Newton & Roger Corbett – The Bushwackers
A High powered night with great tunes.
Members Draw went to Jim
Rat Award went to Peter
April 2019
It’s good Friday so for the first time in 16 years the club was not on.
Happy Easter to you all.
23rd March Harmony Day.
At the Beaconsfield Community Centre O’Neil Road Beaconsfield. We provided sound and some performances at this Free Event.
The event was very well organised with lots of great entertainment.
Happy to be involved with events like this.
16th March 2019 Experience Casey Bunjil Narre Warren.
We had a display stall at this Council event from 1 till 5 pm. There was some acoustic music and performance by members of the Casey Young Musicians Club. Peru has an outstanding voice.
16th March 2019 Pakenham Show
We provided sound at the Pakenham Show at the Pakenham Living Learning Centre in Henry Street, Pakenham, 11 till 3pm.
15th March 2019 Tues Blues.
Triggered by a successful blues jam at Newport Festival 2 years ago, Tues blues has blossomed into a monthly jam for blues aficionados & other n’er do wells. We also now occasionally perform (sometimes there are more of us on mics than in the audience!) providing an eclectic, eccentric & electric energy on stage.
A fun night with a fun band.
15th February 2019 – Alanna & Alicia Egan
Identical twin sisters Alanna & Alicia have toured the Australian festival circuit, charming audiences with their original folky/ jazz/ roots songs, sweet harmonies, and onstage warmth and fun. Both are gifted songwriters who have won awards at national level, and their lyrics, equal parts heart and humour, sparkle with an original, intimate voice. They will sing songs from their beautiful new album ‘Songs I’m Singing with Me,’ a tribute to Australian troubadour, John Beavis and named in the National Folk Festival’s Best Albums of 2017.
They will also sing songs from their previous original albums, ‘Twinlines’ 2013, ‘Two in a Book’‚ 2010 and ‘Funny She’s So Much Like Me’‚ 2006. Their fine band features talented musicians, Robbie Melville, guitar, Silas Palmer, piano, violin and Sarah Busutill, violin and snare drum.
‘deliciously idiosyncratic and saucy songs…wry, frank observations of life and love…quality quirky lyrics delivered with verve and the kind of close harmonies you’d expect from sisters.’
Tony Hillier, Rhythms Magazine
‘In concert they are entertaining and lively characters with an unpredictable, unscripted natural humour inspired by close observations and wry story telling. They are brimming with talent, a free spirit and endearing charm’.
Jamie McKew, Festival Director, Port Fairy Folk Festival (1977 – 2015)
A great night which was attended by John Beavis whose songs the twins do so well. What a great songwriter. Dad joined them on stage for a song as well.
Members Draw went to Helen
Rat Award went to Rowan the Poet
20th January 2019 – Club Luncheon
Held at Wilson Botanical Gardens in Berwick for a change of venue. The weather gods smiled on us, the entertainment was excellent and the food was good too. Love these events.
Thank you every one.
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21st December 2018 – Open Mic Night
Only a couple of days before Christmas so it is an open mic night. More laid back than other nights so come a long and wind down before the hectic rush. Dave Stergo was our special guest for the night. A full board of players and lots of fun.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!
14th December 2018 – Lynbrook Community Center
Members played at the end of the Year Celebration at Lynbrook Community Center on Friday 14 December, 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm. A very nice community event. Jane was very entertaining enlisting kids to play lingle bells on bells.
16th November 2018 The Long and Short of It
David Baird
A shy man with a deep love for singing and playing his guitar, David Baird is one of the musical duo ‘The Long and Short of It’.
Playing for 30 years and singing at home, David put his shyness aside when he visited Williamstown vocal coach Steven Zammit who saw his potential.
Fellow singer Patsy Toop thinks that David is an inspiration.
“He’s been playing guitar for a long time and singing by himself. The beautiful thing now is that everyone who has heard him is spellbound”
Patsy Toop
From a very early age Patsy was musically influenced by artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Cat Stevens, Pink Floyd to name a few.
Patsy has always harbored a burning desire to be able to sing and entertain people.
By chance, Patsy heard David Baird playing his guitar and singing at a charity function.
For David and Patsy that meeting has now developed into an extraordinary and powerful relationship when they perform together.
A great night with beautiful harmonies. No wonder they have singles in the top 40 country charts.
Members Draw went to Ian
Rat Award went to Phil
19th October 2018 Moonie Valley Drifters
I clearly remember I met the Moonee Valley Drifters at the Terminus hotel in 1987. I sat at the old piano in the empty bar and we played a bunch of songs that I knew from records but had never actually played. We sat close together microphones. Just behind me, Tom was singing and thumpin his old Martin guitar, Curly played brushes on his thighs while Rob played a Telecaster, and ex-US Navyman Peter Linden played Pedal Steel like nothing I had heard before. On the left Paul Pyle (complete with his own supply of beer in a personal esky!) played the wildest 2 beat bass. That was a moment. Along with our mutual love of Western Swing Tom introduced me and many others to the joys and sorrows of the Louvin Brothers, Lefty Frizzell, George Jones and Brenda Lee and his own originals.
Many musicians have passed through the ranks but the Drifters continue the tradition to write, record and play their music. It’s clearly a life sentence. Tom Forsell, an expatriate Michigander) for 42 years has brought the real roots of country to Australia with him. Sure we have our bush country, Tamworth country, Aboriginal country, but Tom brought the love of the song, respect for the great feeling that country is capable of and the release created by dancing – all central to the music. This is people’s music that survives no matter what Nashville, the music industry and Tamworth try to do to it.
JAMES BLACK
When a group has been around this long you know the reason why. They are terrific.
Members Draw went to Margaret
Rat Award went to Sandy
27th October 2018 —-Seniors Festival
Selandra Community Hub,7-9 Selandra Boulevard, Clyde North, 3978
An afternoon of music by Badfolk with Afternoon Tea. 3pm to 5pm in support of the Seniors Festival combined with U3A.
A very nice afternoon of music. Thank you to every one who supported this event.
Sunday 23rd September 2018 Doveton Show
We did the sound for the Doveton Show Main Stage. A great line up of performers MC’d by Councillor Wayne Smith. A great family Show heaps of people and the weather was great as well.
21st September 2018 – Ukulele Night
A no guitars night – all Ukuleles.
The night consisted of soloists, Local groups and the feature artist :-
Duplicity Live
“Based in Melbourne’s Dandenong Ranges, Duplicity comprises Sue Kidd (Vocals, Ukulele and Percussion) and Brendan Canty (Ukulele, Guitar and Vocals). Covering a range of musical genres from Jazz and Blues to Rock and Pop, Duplicity constantly surprises audiences with the music that can be produced by the ukulele. Duplicity was born at the Dandenong Ranges Ukulele Festival (DRUKE 2017) where Sue and Brendan won the ‘Golden Uke Award’ for Best Group.
2018 is proving to be a busy year for Duplicity. In addition to regular gigging, Duplicity has performed at the Girgarre Moosic Muster (January), Basin Music Festival (March), PAVE – Performing And Visual Arts in Emerald Festival (April) and the Hills Ukulele Festival HUF (May) where Duplicity won the HUF Award for Best Group. Duplicity will also perform at the Newport Folk Festival (June), NEWKULELE – Newcastle Ukulele Festival (October) and the Auckland 4 Strings Festival (November).”
Support acts were Uke Frenzy, Balla Balla Ukes and Langwarrin Uke group. There was a great jam session with all involved to finish the night.
Members Draw went to David W
Rat Award went to Barry for a tribute song to Maurie
17th August 2018 Paul Wookey
Paul Wookey has been a distinctive singer and songwriter since he first discovered the music of Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan and was inspired to pick up a guitar and emulate his heroes.
Over many years he has honed these skills and toured extensively throughout Australia with occasional international forays.
A regular performer at numerous folk and country music festivals, he won the prestigious Best New Artist Award at the Tamworth Country Music Festival in 1981 in recognition of the quality of his first album, “Mountain Breakfast” distributed through EMI.
Paul’s music is not easy to classify, sitting somewhere between folk, blues and country music with a more or less even distribution of Irish, American and Australian influences.
What counts, of course, is the quality of his songs and this was recognized after the release in 2000 of Paul’s “One Way Ticket” album. A lot of interest was stimulated as a result of the extensive airplay of the album on Radio National. Glenn A. Baker was in fact moved to say that the album contained a collection of “powerful and important Australian songs” in his review for the Financial Review. Paul completed his latest album “I Wish It Would Rain” in 2004.
Members Draw went to Tess (a new Member).
Rat Award went to Nori and Hiro.
20th July 2018 Liminality
“Their music dwells on the Celtic threshold and exists in the space of the in-between. Engage in quiet reflection, explore the styles and melodic interplay between these three gifted musicians. ”
Their music is deeply grounded in the Celtic and European traditions, dwelling on the Celtic threshold and existing in that liminal space between the known and the unknown. It is here that the music melds contemporary spirituality with the ancient traditions.
Liminality is Cath Connelly on Celtic harp, Greg Hunt on Violin and mandolin and Jules Vines on keyboards and vocals.
RiverMead is their fourth album and their first as a trio – the addition of Jules to the group brings a new sonic depth and flavour to the music.
Support Act
Nathan Varga
Nathan Varga personifies musicianship at its finest with his rare-air ability to play Cajon and Guitar simultaneously. His musical prowess is phenomenal as he embodies a natural ease to his playing, with his humble character and expressive artistry that touches your soul and reminds you of who you are, and the beauty of life itself…
Jaws drop to the effect of Nathan playing solo, with his ability to change any emotion with a few plucks of the strings, sounding like three or more musicians playing. With his Acoustic Guitar, Multiple Capos (which he often glides on and off during performances), and Blue Burl Cajon, this artistic blend creates a remarkably full-bodied sound and a standout style. It’s a performance from Nathan that evidently creates a stillness in the room.
Based in Melbourne, Australia, the Fingerstyle guitarist and Singer/Songwriter has an enthusiasm and passion that shines through his beautifully crafted melodies, peachy bass lines, and heavenly percussive elements.
24th June 2018 Members Lunch
Held at the usual venue 12 till 5pm. An afternoon of music and food. No better way to spend a Sunday afternoon. A very nice gathering and the sausages tasted great.
Singer-songwriter Robbie Greig has been wowing audiences with his exceptional songs since the ‘70s. He is recognised as a master lyricist and creator of great melodic hooks. He is soon to release his 11th studio album, Small Mercies. An award-winning songwriter, Robbie’s work has been received considerable airplay on ABC radio and various FM stations. His song ‘Al Saunders’ Garage,’ covered by Enda Kenny, has become a folk circuit classic.
Robbie has been described as “the troubadour with a groove” and “the Bob Dylan of the Melbourne hills” by the Melbourne Times. His material could best be described as rootsy, reflecting his folk, blues, jazz, reggae and rock influences.
The musical banquet is served up in collaboration with violin wizard Matt Arnold and talented singer-percussionist David Johnston.
A very fine performance from a very competent group. Great harmonies too.
Members Draw went to Pat
Rat Award went to Jane
18th May 2018 Alive and Gigging
Michelle Chandler, Beck Sian, Cathy Dobson, Neesy Smith and Tracey Roberts are five established singer-songwriter-musicians – seasoned performers all, with international touring experience, award-winning songs and a pretty large bunch of CD releases between them. They’re also good mates who have worked with each other in various combinations on successful musical projects over the years.Alive and Gigging features all performers on stage together, telling their stories, one by one, through beautifully constructed songs and spontaneous banter, accompanying each other on guitars, keyboards, ukes, percussion instruments (including a few weird ones… ) and lots of vocals. They are ably supported by multi-instrumentalist, STAX on didgeridoos, slide guitar and harmonica and backed up by the wonderful rhythm machine that is The Zee Man on drums.
With such a diverse mix of song-styles performed by five different personalities, Alive and Gigging is a musical, entertaining feast of collaboration, improvisation, meaningful lyrics and gorgeous music with lots of instruments – colourful clothing, colourful ad-libbing and lots of fun!…and the harmonies…ohhhh!!!
Members Draw went to Denise
Rat Award went to Monique
20th April 2018 Deborah Wright
Deborah Wright, a singer-songwriter from the Mornington Peninsula and her band debuted at the Girgarre Moosic Muster in January 2018. They also won first place at the summer 2017/18 Soundbar Open Stage Competition, a contest which attracted taken from all over the Mornington Peninsula. A rich blend of alt-country, folk-rock and Americana, Deborah’s songs take the listener on a melodic journey of nostalgia, heartbreak, healing and hope. Citing Neil Young, Mark Knopfler, Waylon Jennings and Emmylou Harris as her strongest influencers, Deborah enjoys performing and connecting with audiences in ‘no-frills’ environments which stay true to the music and foster authenticity.”
And
Niq Reefman – the Fusion Gypsy
Niq Reefman is a one-man-musical, dubbed as “Tim Minchin flying a trumpet through a thunderstorm”
Drawing curiosity globally with his eclectic tale-spinning songs, he’s also the BEST IN THE WORLD at playing trumpet and accordion simultaneously.
In his all-originals show with tales from the road, there are surprises and double meanings to decipher – but you’ll still have a laugh!
How much variety can you have in one night!!!
Members Draw went to Margaret
Rat Award went to Suzie
16th March 2018 Mandy Connell
Berwick Folk Club welcomes Mandy Connell (Trio) to the Old Cheese Factory. It’s been a long time since she played in Berwick. Connell presents a strong voice of startling honesty. Unique and confident, her guitar skills and anecdotes have her well loved around the east coast. David Francey calls her one of his “favourite trad voices anywhere” (Best Album, Canadian FMA), Eric Bogle called her ‘deserving’. This is a treat worth booking a seat for.
Having performed with Jeff Lang, the Stillsons, Scott Cook, David Francey, and Stray Hens, she has collected awards and even an anonymous donation of a Jack Spira Guitar. This is a true performer.-We were looking forward to this special night and was not disappointed.
Members Draw went to Peter
Rat Award went to Bernd & Ruth
16th February 2018 Little Miss Country Band
Little Miss Country Band has performed at Festivals, Music Clubs, RSL’s, Open Mic Nights, Nursing Homes, Over 55’s villages and private functions and had live performance/interview sessions on radio stations and been featured in TV festival Ads/news pieces. LMC also performed in the Australian Songwriters Showcase concert in Tamworth, January 2010.
Her repertoire includes anything from both Old and New Country, to Sing-A-Longs, to Folk and plays guitar and sing both my original songs and covers.
The band consists of Jan Dandridge, Reid Stevens, Ann Billinghurst and Brett Dellavedova.
Cathy Dobson
Cathy Dobson is a multi-award winning songwriter, who has won awards in Tamworth, Canberra, the Peninsula and the ASA, to name a few. She is a local, living in Narre Warren South.
Cathy’s songwriting is growing in popularity, with songs written from the point of view and experiences of a retired school teacher, mother, wife, friend.
2015 was a highlight with 8 of her songs featured at the Melbourne Fringe Festival in a play called “Dolly” by Harris Smart.
In 2016 Cathy was niminated for Songwriting Excellence by the Australian Songwriters Asscociation.
Members Draw went to Des
Rat Award went to Jim
21st January 2018
Members Lunch. You needed to book in to attend this function. A joyous afternoon of Food Friends and music.