Wow, this was one extremely groovy and fun LIVE SUNDAY SESSION as Ben, Nikki and Dennis from THE BEN ROGERS INSTRUMENTAL ASYLUM hit us up with their mix of surf rock/jazz/blues. A couple of very different covers of John Coltrane and Beatles songs done “BRIA” style and a haunting version of the classic “Sleepwalk” to close a set which also
Read moreAnother “something a little different” this week on the Live Sunday Sessions with recent guest Ben Rogers returning with his other persona – The Instrumental Asylum!! The genre first became popular with the likes of Dick Dale, The Ventures, The Surfaris and Australia’s own Atlantics who hit the big time with “Bombora”. Check out this high-energy, surf-style trio dedicated to
Read moreGeorge Kalpa is a filmmaker, producer, composer but most importantly, a rocker. The local musician is starting to make his mark in the music business and this week released his debut album “MODE”. The alt rock performer is sliding down to the 88.3 studios this Sunday with band in tow to give us a sweet taste of what the new
Read moreThe Ben Rogers Trio definitely offered up something a little different on the Live Sunday Sessions on the 12th October. Drawing on a broad range of influences it was a mighty fine afternoon in old Mentone town. Be a priveleged guest after the event by clicking on the play button below to hear the show retro style.
Read moreMercury White did a great set on our Live Sunday Sessions on the 5th October as they displayed their repertoire from their just released new EP “Sophisticate”. We got a great mix of live tunes and previewed a couple of the studio versions from a band that is definitely on the march. Hear it all on this podcast of the
Read moreIt’s hard to find a space on the wall for a new band to fill, but Mercury White has found one hell of a gap! Inspired by bands such as Muse, Bloc Party and Arcade Fire, their use of male & female vocal harmonies, edgy introspective melodies and undeniable pop/rock appeal shows us that live music can only get stronger
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