Cookie Baker

Breakfast with Peter Godfrey 8:15am

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Cookie Baker performed a delicious selection of songs on Breakfast this morning, she told us she had been cooking up a storm in preparation for the event, which also happened to coincide with her Birthday. Happy Birthday Cookie!!! “There were distinct contrasts in Cookie’s involvement first her sweet voice accompanied by guitar then piano, then her enthusiasm for everything when you get her talking. The two went together well!” – Peter Godfrey

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Live from Allans Music

Presenters: Deb Welch, Bill Lawson, Jeff Oates. 9am – 1pm

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How do you fit that many musicians into the front windows of Allans? Very carefully! Those who visited Allans this morning, passers by and listeners were presented with the rather unusual treat of live fine music on Gawler Place. From Stravinsky to Brahms and Jazz standards there was something for everybody to enjoy as the morning passed into the afternoon.

Siobhan Owen

Roundabout with Valerie and Grant 2pm

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Siobhan Owen performed a number of Celtic and Classical songs for our listeners on Roundabout this afternoon. Only 14 years old, Siobhan is already well known within the Adelaide community. As one fan who called in put it “It’s hard to imagine that she is only 14 years old, she has such a lovely voice. You can tell that she is going to go far”.

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Highlights from the Metropolitan Musical Company’s ‘A White Christmas’

State of Play with Ewart Shaw and Myk Mykyta 3pm

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From the stage to the studio, the Metropolitan Musical Company seamlessly conveyed classic stage numbers over the airwaves with enthusiasm and panache. The pieces the performed were taken from their upcoming performance of “A White Christmas”.

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Jimmy and the Mirrors

The Range with Claire 4pm

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Jimmy and the Mirrors were bouncing off the walls this afternoon when they performed live on The Range. From fast and furious guitar riffs to more delicate ballads, we’re sure these young heart-throbs won some of the listeners over. With a new album on the way this is definitely a band to keep your ears open for.

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Kineman Karma

Neo Voices with Abraham, Joe, Tom, Taban, Enayat and Nelya, 6pm

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Kineman Karma brought their chilled out reggae vibe into the studio and got us all into the mood for warm sunny days on Neo Voices this evening. With songs about traditional and contemporary Ngarrindjeri culture and political issues, these were definitely songs to think about while enjoying them.

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Nancy Bates and Friends

Nunga Wangga with Christine, Dean, Elsie, Natalie, Adrian and Yvonne, 7pm

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Nancy Bates and Friends joined the Nunga Wangga team this evening to share a few songs and a chat.

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The Letters

Songcatcher with Clayton and Claire 9pm

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All the way from Russia to Adelaide, Phillip H. Bleek now calls South Australia home and is making a name for himself as ‘The Letters’. As well as performing some of his heartfelt and reflective compositions (and a little bit of spoken word) he chatted to Clayton and Claire about the processes he goes through with his song-writing, and the similarities that he finds between lyrics and poetry.

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Indigenous Hip Hop Special

Hip-Hop Mania with MC Frost, 9:30pm

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Hip-Hop Mania just got Deadly! Listeners tuning in tonight were treated to a special Indigenous Hip-Hop special, featuring some of Adelaide’s hottest up and coming MC’s!
The Deadly Boys, Big Sexy and Stinga T, originally from Perth, dropped some wicked beats, including one track that sampled the Jackson 5!

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Snake Run

The Angry Hour with Matt, 11pm

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Snake Run, featuring Jonhole, Canus, Lewass and Nicholass, made a whole lot of noise in the Radio Adelaide studio’s this evening. Playing fast, furious and loud, we’re sure you enjoyed the mayhem as it came screaming out of the airwaves.

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Pitchfork

The Power Team with Tristan and Glyn, 12am

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From the depths of hell (of Adelaide) Pitchfork emerged like minions from a clearing cloud of smoke….not really, but these guys sure know how to put on a good show! Loud, heavy and fast they shook the walls of the studio and we’re guessing the speakers of your radio were shaking pretty hard as well!

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Fatman of Love & Me

Breakfast with Peter Godfrey, 8am

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The Fatman of Love (and me) crooned and growled his way through a compelling selection of songs this morning on Breakfast. As Peter Godfrey exclaimed “What a voice!!! Either singing or telling stories I didn’t want the performance to stop. And both Harry and Charlie are such nice guys to talk to”.

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Denny Vuong & Cathy Waldron

Classical Connection with John Johnston, 9am

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Denny Vuong and Cathy Waldron visited the Radio Adelaide studio’s this morning to play a selection of pieces on guitar. “A great performance supported by the technical crew’s attention to ‘getting the best sound’. The on-air interview revealed what warm personalities Denny and Cathy have”. – John Johnston

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Greta Bradman

Colla Voce with Jeff Oates, 11am

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Acclaimed soloist Greta Bradman performed a beautiful repertoire on Colla Voce this morning. As presenter Jeff Oates remarked “It was a pleasure to hear her sing and talk. We wandered off the script and almost ran out of time; I didn’t even talk to her about her 16 month old son!”

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Dukes of Jazz

Jazz on the Terrace with John Watts 12pm

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The Dukes of Jazz rolled into the studio to share a swinging selection of songs with listeners on Jazz on the Terrace. Featuring long-standing members of the Adelaide Jazz Community the Dukes of Jazz first formed in 1980 and are now in their 28th year!!! We hoped you enjoyed their truly special performance today, live on Radio Adelaide.

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Ben Gillard Quartet

Roundabout with Martin and Malcolm, 1pm

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Flowing naturally from the previous Jazz band, the Ben Gillard Quartet performed a selection of Jazz and Lounge standards this afternoon which we’re sure our listeners loved. As Malcolm explained, the band had a “great sound and were easy to listen to! The interview showed they were completely at ease”. We’re sure that Ben’s lovely voice, and the talents of the other performers will take them far.

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The Elder Con Brass Ensemble Directed by Howard Parkinson

Top Brass with Prof Paul Scott, 3pm

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Well we thought we had problems fitting musicians into the Allan’s front window, but this was another dilemma entirely! Fourteen brass players arranged themselves and their trumpets, French horns, trombones, tuba’s, cornets and euphoniums into Studio One in way that resembled a game of Tetris. However, it was all worth it in the end as listeners were rewarded with “Some fine playing and a good experience for all”- Professor Scott.

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The Sea Thieves (solo)

The Range with Tara, 4pm

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Zac from the Sea Thieves played solo on the Range this afternoon, as Tara explains: “Zac was great, he had some cool instruments and the sound was very raw and simple, yet beautiful and inspiring. It’s always good to know that there is someone behind the music who is as nice as the music sounds. Zac was all smiles and completely loving being part of Live Music Fest”. – Tara Egan

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The Merrg

Stir Radio with Skye, Becky, Stephen, Erin, 6pm

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On Stir Radio this afternoon, popular local act The Merrg came by to perform a set of their upbeat original music. “Excellent! This is what community radio is all about – the band was very interesting and provided us with some great insights into the Indigenous Australian music scene in Adelaide and around the country. We really appreciated the chance to feature some musicians and enjoyed their music. Awesome! ” – Stephen Smiley

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Jazzaholics

Primetime Jazz with Bill Lawson, 7pm

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“The good news was that the Jazzaholics are a great band of versatile musos – all are multi-instrumentalist; the five man band brought about 15 instruments into the studio! The bad news was that in all the changing of instruments the bands leader, Mel Hopgood dropped his glasses twice! But it didn’t matter, the music was excellent”. – Bill Lawson

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Tracy Wheeler Band

Break it Down with Hannah and Megan, 11pm

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The Tracy Wheeler Band brought us some great indie-pop this evening, and they seemed to have a really great experience playing live over the airwaves. As the band said: “Excellent! We had a lot of fun and thoroughly enjoyed sharing our music. It was really great to be a part of something so exciting in the community” – Tracy Wheeler Band.

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Gumbo Ya Ya

Breakfast with Peter Godfrey, 8am

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If you weren’t quite awake before Gumbo Ya Ya played, you must have been afterwards. With 8 members showing up to play a few tunes, they had everyone jumping around the station, way too early in the morning. Peter Godfrey said that he’s “Glad they all fitted into the studio, because the sound of them all was amazing,” we’re sure all of the listeners would agree!

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Madeline Procopio

Classical Connection with Peter Trevaskis 9am

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“Madeline Procopio, solo violinist, is a very promising young performer on the way up, and what a great performance today! A smooth approach and completely un phased by the studios. It was a pleasure to promote such a musician”.

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Members of the Baroque Stars: Tricia Williams and Samantha Rogers

The Chamber music hour with Robyn Lidgett 11am

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Trisha Williams and Samantha Rogers of the Baroque stars performed several exquisite pieces for us this morning. Presenter commented that “I was very impressed by their enthusiasm for making Baroque music more accessible, less staid and “po-faced”. I wish them success!”.

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Jazzbird

Jazz on the Terrace with Bill Lawson, 12pm

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“It was great to meet this up and coming young singer (Wendy McPhee). Her fine CD “Cool Change” has had lots of airplay and her live performance was top class. A really nice person too, watch for her gigs around town” – Bill Lawson

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Kinsale

Roundabout with Natalie and Elspeth, 1pm

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From Irish Reels to Celtic Jazz fusion, Kinsale were a delight this afternoon on our Roundabout program, stirring up enthusiasm for all things Irish for our listeners. One gentleman, formally of Cork called in to say how much he loved the performance and the special programming and I think our presenters and listeners would agree!

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Warsaw Flowers

Indiology with Eddie and James 3:30pm

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The Warsaw Flowers called into the studio this afternoon for a very fitting performance on Indiology. Serving up a fine set of Indie style music, Eddie and James agreed that it was great to have a local band live in the studio indicating where the Adelaide scene is currently at, and perhaps proving to the doubters that indie will never ever die out.

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The Range – Double Bill Special: Nicky Bomba and The Amcats.

With Richard Ensor and Sam Deere 4pm

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“This was a lot of hectic, hectic fun. Nicky Bomba’s latest incarnate Drums and Lions clearly had some fans around the station, who were peering in as he and his compatriot Dereb Desalegn kicked out some mad Ethiopian jams. Next up were the Amcats who totally tore it up in Studio 1. I really thought this was something quite special and it’s kicked a lot of life into the station”. – Richard Ensor

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Cal Williams Jr

Backstory with Julia, 6pm

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And now for something completely different……Cal Williams Jr and his band brought a touch of the blues to Backstory this evening, and something new for presenter Julia Terreu, who is more used to political analysts than slide guitarists. Truly, a one of a kind performance.

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The Donna-Liebs

Primetime Jazz with Meg Abbott, 7pm

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“Seven third year students from the Elder Conservatorium presented a wonderful set of standard swing and contemporary music. An incredibly professional presentation which ran without a hitch, and an absolute joy to interview.” – Meg Abbott

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Etype

Gastronaut with Bruce, Lee, 9pm

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If you’ve been craving music we’re sure you enjoyed the sounds of Etype this evening on Gastronaut. They may have dropped the Jazz from their name but fear not, they are still playing some first class jazz tunes as this performance demonstrated.

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Supermarket

Reeltime with Kat and Tristan, 10pm

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Those driving along North Terrace this evening may have been looking twice as they approached Radio Adelaide, Audio-Visual wonder kids Supermarket were performing a live installation right on our front steps! Listeners may not have been able to watch but we’re sure you enjoyed the drum and bass influenced electronic that was flowing over the airwaves.

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Robyn Habel

Breakfast with Peter Godfrey 8am

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Local acclaimed singer-songwriter Robyn Habel is about to release a new album and we were fortunate to have her perform on Roundabout this morning. “There was something in her voice that makes you want to listen deeply to her lyrics. And such personal reflective lyrics that were such a joy to listen to.” – Peter Godfrey

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Peter Hansworth and Amanda Lovelock

Classical Connection with David Harris, 9am

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“It was great to hear both clarinettists Peter Hansworth and Amanda Lovelock play three colourful and contrasting pieces by Ross Edwards (Bin Yang), Gerard Brophy (Twist) and Peteris Vasks (Moments Musicaux). The Vasks piece, written in the 70’s, was particularly strange requiring Peter to sing and cackle through the clarinet among other things. Amanda played the curvaceous ‘Twist’ by Brophy with talent and strength. A rewarding and exciting experience”. – David Harris

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Shivnakaun

Ear to the Ground with David Harris, 11am

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“Some cool ambient/ avant garde sounds with Vinny Bahgat’s computer program. He evoked the early electronic music worlds of Stockhausen, perhaps a digital “Cesar der Junglinge”. Kim’s wild fuzzy sax gave this soupie mix some real energy. Shivnakaun slowly built up layer on layer reminiscent of an Indian Raga or Robert Ashley’s ‘Wolfman’. A stimulating world to experience”. – David Harris

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Richie Robinson

Jazz on the Terrace with Meg Abbott, 12pm

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Richie Robinson and his guests lit up the studio with their bright and snappy attitudes and their brilliant performance. “Richie Robinson and guests David and Snooks La Vie – Wow! What a joy to interview and it was an absolutely fantastic performance”. – Meg Abbott

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ARPA

Roundabout with Dorothy and Neville, 1pm

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“We enjoyed the choir which was well trained and had a great atmosphere and rapport. They were enthusiastic, colourful and very committed. The selection of songs was very appropriate for the choir and for our program. Excellent presentation!” - Dorothy and Neville

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Linty

Beats Working with Peter and Mike, 3pm

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Wielding a giant electric blue harp, Linty wooed her listeners through the radio with her earnest and heartfelt lyrics and songs. Joined by two other members they performed a sweet selection of tunes on Beats Working this afternoon.

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John Baker Duo

The Range with Amelia, 4pm

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“The John Baker Duo treated us to a live set of their smoky mix of acoustic –folk – European music. Absolutely beautiful.

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Poetikool Justice

Your Rights at Night with Catherine, 6pm

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Poetikool Justice got the studio jumping around and everybody fired up with their passionate political songs and were a popular act with the Your Rights at Night crew - “What a great show, Poetikool Justice we’re great. Always good to have those boys on” – YRAN team

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Evolution

Primetime Jazz with The Marks Brothers, 7pm

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Evolution were in the studio this evening with the Marks brothers playing an excellent selection of tunes. “Great to hear a group playing original compositions and a crossover of jazz/classical - styles and influences. Well done and thanks” – Mark Rubeo

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Burundian Drummers

Afroworld with Dj Joe, 9pm

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The Burundian drummers joined the Afroworld team in the studio this evening for a very intense and amazing performance, we hope you were able to tune in and hear the fantastic rhythms.

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Lil ChrisZZy

Karibu with Kadebe and Kassim, 10pm

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Lil ChrisZZy (who is also a member of Neo Voices) performed some of his wicked “It was my first time to have someone to perform on my Karibu show. Real, it was a good show and I’m looking forward to next year” – Kassim Dinno

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Lumonics

Break it Down with Joel and Susan, 11pm

Sadly due to illness Lumonics were unable to play live on Break it Down this evening, but they did join Joel and Susan in the studio for a chat about the bands latest activities, including their new recording.

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Dan Davis

Break it Down with Joel and Susan, 11pm

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Able to fill in at the drop of a hat we’re sure glad that Dan was able to jump into the studio tonight and share his thoughtful original compositions on Break it Down. We look forward to hearing more of Dan’s work in the future.

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Brighton Secondary School soloists

Classical Connection with Graham Smith, 9am

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“The Brighton Secondary School Classical performances by individuals were outstanding and reflected the very high standards achieved by the music students and their teachers” – Graham Smith

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Caliente Guitar Trio

Piping Shrike with Alex McFarlane, 11am

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Strumming, plucking and shredding…well maybe not shredding, the Caliente Guitar Trio amazed everyone today with their mastery of the guitar, as presenter Alex commented: “Wonderful performers – great fun! I was hoping they could have played all day” – Alex McFarlane

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Brighton Secondary School Jazz band

Jazz on the Terrace with Graham Smith, 9am

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Graham Smith was delighted to be able to host the Brighton Secondary School Jazz Band during Jazz on the Terrace. “Another top quality performance by students obviously dedicated to Jazz music” – Graham Smith

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Fish Bowl Boys

Roundabout with Patsy and Geoffrey, 1pm

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“The young singers were fantastic – not merely their ability, but the revelation that just one teacher has made a difference to the whole attitude to music at their high school and inspired these lads to sing at such a level that they have won national prizes” - Patsy Mildred

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Monkey Puzzle Tree

Launchpad with Ryan Dow, 3pm

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“The original music of Monkey Puzzle Tree was an interesting combination of folk and jazz that built and held the listeners attention with suspense. They will definitely be an interesting band to follow in the coming years” – Ryan Dow

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The Fine Lines

Achieve Ability with Darren Andrews, 3:30pm

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“Finelines were a great band, their original songs were very tight and sounded excellent live” – Darren Andrews

Lilith Lane

The Range with Jonathan and Cassie, 4pm

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The lovely, sultry, Lilith Lane, all the way from Melbourne performed this afternoon on the Range. “An amazing artist, what lovely songs and an all round great performer. She took on the ukulele challenge like a champ! – Nice Shoes too!!!” – Cassie and Jonathan

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Grifters Inc

Represent with Sam, Richard and Paris, 6pm

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“Grifters Inc played an electric live set blowing away the public with their chilled out grooves behind pulsing rhymes. They took our hearts, but unfortunately our minds were already blown” – Represent team

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Ted Nettelbeck and Sylvan Elhay Duo

Primetime Jazz with Peter Kuller, 7pm

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Ted Nettelbeck and Sylvan Elhay on Piano and Tenor Sax definitely made an impression on our listeners and presenter this evening. “High quality contemporary jazz played by master musicians. We were very lucky to have them in the studio this evening” – Peter Kuller

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Matsumoto Montz

J-Talk with Kyoko, Lee, Miwa, Hiroe, and Keiko, 9pm

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“We had a Japanese Banjo player and singer song-writer Matsumoto Montz. He was great!! He played four songs including two originals. The banjo sounded great and Montz enjoyed being with us. One enthusiastic listener also popped into the studio to celebrate!” – J-Talk team.

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Goldstein

Friday Fry Up with Jordan and Daryl, 11pm

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“Folk-roots group Goldstein played on the Friday Fry-Up. They had a classic folk sound with lyrics al about living in Adelaide. Also in true Adelaide fashion the Bass player – Robin – used to teach me guitar at school! With songs about drinking, annoying your mates and crap parties on New Years Eve, how can you go wrong?”. - Friday Fry Up team.

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Larusso

Zap! With Sam, Nathan and Tristan, 12am

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“We were joined by punk-rock outfit Larusso who tore up the studio with their incredible, powerful beats. Playing a fair number of politically minded, intelligent music, these rapscallions showed us the meanings of ‘awesome’ and ‘music.” – Zap! Team.

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Cowtippers

Country Brekky with Sarah Tomlinson and Wally Sparrow, 8am

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“It sounds completely silly but having The Cowtippers in the studio this morning made me feel as though I was back working in radio stations like WSFA or Sterling Records in the late 1940s. Could be something to do with the horseshoe shape they gathered around the mic to sing into, or perhaps the way they plucked their bluegrass/timeless country tunes. They also assured us that no cows were harmed during the making of Live Music Fest.” - Sarah Tomlinson

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Standard Deviations

Aqueerium with Owen, 11am

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Co-host Owen said as a listener he thought Vicki and Mary from Standard Deviations were very articulate; they definitely painted stories with words. He said he was really getting the visuals and knew exactly what they were saying with those lines. For that, Vicki and Mary pronounced him "listener of the day" and said they loved that beautiful feedback!

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A Little Bit of Sax and Squeeze

Nostalgia with Graham Clarke, 12:30pm

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“The sound of music is limitless and the band "A Little Sax and Squeeze" certainly showcase this axiom. On the Nostalgia Show they presented a collection of well loved standards, as well as an original composition, with their unique combination of Piano Accordion, Saxophone and Vocals supported by Guitar, Bass and Drums. Like the perfect cocktail, a subtle blend of carefully chosen and delicately balanced ingredients, their scintillating and sophisticated performance would lift your spirits any hour of the day…” – Graham Clarke

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