LIVE REVIEW: George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic @ Metro, Sydney (24/04/11)

written by Chris Familton It is hard to dispute the legendary status of George Clinton with his contributions to music over the last forty years. The man who started in 60s doo-wop led two of the legendary funk/soul groups – Parliament and Funkadelic – and provided a treasure trove of samples and beats for the generations of hip hop artists that followed. Clinton is currently … Continue reading LIVE REVIEW: George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic @ Metro, Sydney (24/04/11)

LIVE REVIEW: The Fall @ Metro Theatre, Sydney 07/12/10

written by Chris Familton Over 34 years The Fall has experienced countless members, 28 studio albums and a unswerving commitment to caustic repetition and poetic wordplay. Of course the only constant through the whole adventure has been Mark E. Smith who has carved out his own reputation as a stubborn, hilarious, belligerent and intentional aggravator both musically and by personality – but without him The … Continue reading LIVE REVIEW: The Fall @ Metro Theatre, Sydney 07/12/10

REVIEW: Joan as Police Woman

Metro Theatre Oct 7th 2008 I went along to this show curious to see what form she would present her songs in.  Real Life and To Survive both tread soulful, subdued and delicate paths so I was unsure whether we would get a piano in the spotlight or a wider band performance.  Having seen Joan previously at the Leonard Cohen tribute and as part of … Continue reading REVIEW: Joan as Police Woman