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30.05.01
- Soulframe heading to Sydney.
Soulframe are heading to Sydney to play at the Church of Christ NSW State Youth games on the 8,9,10 and 11th of June. Please pray for the band as they travel and for their effectiveness at the event.
29.05.01
- Atoned to play in Texas, USA.
Our local band Atoned have been invited to the Wordstock 2001 Festival in Texas. Wordstock 2001 is a 3 day festival (August 3-5 2001) consisting of many different types of Christian music and ministry. This is an awesome opportunity for the guys and gal in
Atoned, to give the Americans a taste of Aussie Christian Rock. If you feel God moving you to bless them with financial support for the trip, please feel free to contact them at
texastour@atoned.com.au. They need all the support they can get, so please also be in prayer for the band.
29.05.01
- Queensland Rock Awards 2001.
By Paradox.
Paradox has made it into the heats with numerous other bands, some Christian and the vast majority not. So all you
Jesus freaks come and cheer us on, remember… a vote for us is a vote for
Jesus!
Where... the Plough Inn at South Bank, Saturday 14 July 10pm. The judging is on 40% of audience participation. Full on Jesus music, played in a pub, far out.
25.05.01
- Groundswell flyers and posters.
Groundswell now have flyers and posters for anyone wanting to help put them up in their local area/school/uni/work place/community hall/church/youth group/coffee shops etc. Just email
groundswell@powerup.com.au
with your name and address and how many flyers and posters you would like and the Groundswell people will send them out pronto.
24.05.01
- U-Turn Drop-In-Centre opens.
By U-Turn Drop-In-Centre Ministry Team.
U-Turn Drop-In-Centre opened it's doors Friday 4th May, 2001. We are located at PCYC, Swallow St, Inala and operate the first and third Fridays of each month from 7.00pm - 10.00pm.
Our first night we had The
Fake Little Guppies and Caleb bands perform. Fri 1st June we are featuring
Steve Apirana live. Everything is free except pool tables $1 coin operated. We have live entertainment and workshops at least once a month - free.
What to expect? Sports activities, movie room, computers, playstation. This is open to ages 13 and up to give them somewhere to hang out if they have no money, and a place for us to radiate Gods love. Run by volunteers from the Samoan Church of the Nazarene.
U-Turn Enquiries to Fox Inivale 3299 5212 or Leigh Tufuga 3711 9627. Workshop Enquiries to Darlene Faataape 3278 8239 or Tracey Watson 3200 3489. Bands/Drama groups Enquiries to Fiona Wilson 3711 4072. Anyone wanting to assist, play or do workshops please contact the appropriate people above. We believe God will use this ministry to draw people to him, this is our starting point!
24.05.01
- Toupee Records website V3.
From www.toupeerecords.com.
We're pleased to announce a major upgrade to the Toupee Records website. Version 3 has just been launched with a couple of great new features: MYtoupee / Message Boards, The Media Centre and Upgraded Performance & Layout.
Visit www.toupeerecords.com
now and see the change! Your feedback regarding these new changes is very important to us. If you have any comments (good or bad) regarding the new features, and in particular the MYtoupee section, then please let us know.
24.05.01 - Stop the Rock !? Can't stop the Rock !!
By The Last Resort's Johnny G.
Don't forget, The Last
Resort's CD launch is only 9 short days away. Saturday June 2nd at the Princess Theatre, 8 Annerley Rd Wooloongabba - nice and central so everyone can get to it. Just $10 entry, $15 CD's or,
Special Offer - Entry PLUS CD for only $20 !
Sydney band Never Pay Retail supporting as well as
Gerald and Sunnie Award Winners, a band from the eighties reforming especially for this gig, Under New Management. (It's worth coming just to see these guys.) So from 6:30pm... Let there be rock !
20.05.01
- 96Five's Big Nite Out.
The Big Nite Out is on June 26th from 11pm - 7am - yes that time is correct! The Big Nite Out is the ultimate School Holidays youth event - 5 big venues, buses, bands and give-aways. Young people party in safe and supervised venues from 11pm to 7am - 8 hours of non-stop fun. And we take care of the program, single tickets are $25ea and all the youth group needs to do is buy a group ticket of $20ea for 10 or more people... and the youth group leader or Pastor goes for
FREE!!
The venues for the all night party include, Salisbury Super Indoor Sports, Iceworld
Ice Skating, Ten pin Bowling, Fun House Arcade Centre and Vertical assault
rock climbing.....and Soulframe, Nagasaki and many other bands appearing live!! For more information check out
www.96five.org.au or phone 3217 5999.
20.05.01
- Claire Hazard, Josh Kerr, Rookie.
On the Friday 20 July the vocal and musical talents of Claire
Hazard, Josh Kerr and Rookie, will
come together for the first time and should be an event not to miss. It
will be held at Village Avenue Community Church, Coopers Plains. CDs will
be on sale. For more info contact Josh Kerr on 0403324094 or jakerr@optusnet.com.au.
Entry is $8. Check the Gig Guide for
more details.
20.05.01
- 96Five on-line events calendar.
The 96Five on-line events calendar is up and
running and they have been encouraged by the many churches and youth
ministries who have been promoting their events on the calendar. This is a
free service and a great way to promote your events. 96Five think of it as
helping to promote churches and unity in the church, and they hope you
find it helpful. You can view the calendar at www.96five.org.au.
17.05.01
- Leo Nine's new CD.
Leo Nine (formerly known as Battered
Fish) will be releasing their fantastic new mini-album early July. You can be among the first to get hold of the CD by pre-ordering through
www.toupeerecords.com
and it's only $14.95.
Also new in the Toupee shop is Beanbag's latest album "Welladjusted" coming in at a very low $25.95.
17.05.01
- Toupee Records news.
Keep checking out www.toupeerecords.com
for site updates and the latest news and gigs from the Toupee
Records bands.
17.05.01
- Gathering 2002 Virtual Reality.
What is The Gathering? From January 11th to 16th a Anglican run camp will be held at Mt Tamborine for 300 plus youth. Come and explore your potential through the reality of God. There will be guest speakers, dance parties at radical hype night, big city and community based activities, messy afternoon activities, music, drama, dance, worship, cafe with music and videos, and the chance to develop friendships that will change your life. For more info go to
www.aymbrisbane.org/gathering
or call (07) 3369 1689.
17.05.01
- Crossword Recording Fund Raising.
Lisa Grisdale's band Crossword is a five piece all female band, with a folky feel. Their harmonies are beyond compare and their original music is awesome and inspiring. Support their quest for recording time by attending St. Lucia Anglican Church on Friday June 29th 7 to 10
pm. Entry is a donation cost and there will be coffee and cake available. Call AYM
(Anglican Youth Ministries) for more details 07 3369 1689.
15.05.01
- Australia's largest music festival looking for "unplugged" performers.
The Queensland Biennial Festival of Music is holding auditions for
Hallelujah Logan "Unplugged", part of a sensational gospel celebration to be held at the Logan Gardens on Sunday 22 July.
Auditions for this totally acoustic part of the event will be held on Saturday June 2 at Woodridge Progress Hall on Railway Parade, Woodridge
from 10am to 8pm.
Organisers are looking for Christian rock, blues and jazz performers, a capella and community choirs and brass and gospel bands.
Successful musicians will perform "Unplugged" at the entrance of the Gardens during the all day music event.
QBFM Artistic Director, Lyndon Terracini said this was a fantastic opportunity for emerging musicians to make their mark.
"Although there will be no payment for the performance, you will be performing alongside artists including the
Paul Colman Trio, The Café of the Gate of Salvation, the Heaven Light Quartet and youth bands including
Nagasaki, Dumpster and Elementary
Penguin," Mr Terracini said. "We are expecting hundreds of people to attend so this really is a chance for unknown bands to shine."
To audition you will need to fill in a registration form available from the QBFM website at
www.qbfm.com.au or by phoning 07 3840 7135.
Only those bands or solo performers who register will be able to audition on the day. Get in fast and be part of an uplifting music event.
15.05.01
- Scripture Union needs helpers.
Scripture
Union's Phil Byard writes: I'd like to pass on 3 items for your prayers and action if possible. These are requests for :-
Assistance With Student Group At Brisbane Grammar School. Peter Blackburn, a science teacher, has faithfully lead this group for many years. He would like some younger men to get involved with the small group of boys who meet together on Wednesday lunchtimes 12.50 - 1.25pm. 1 - 2 hours between meetings for preparation may also be required.
Finance Administrator For The Kelvin Grove Chaplaincy Service. The chaplaincy service requires the assistance of a person with a head for $$ to assist the committee in developing and monitoring income and expenditure budgets, and providing irregular GST income and expenditure reports to SU. Commitment is a meeting each month (usually 2nd Thursday) from 3.15 - 4.30pm plus 1 -2 hours (max) between meetings.
Caterers For Schoolies Week Camp For West Zone. I need a team of caterers for Schoolies Week : 18 - 24th November 2001. Prefer experienced cooks who have prepared for a group of 100+ adults over a week if possible. Budget is $6.50 / head / day (approx $4,300 food budget for week). Caterers attend camp free and some guidance is given re menu. Site is the Mudjimba Apex Youth Camp Site.
If you would like to help or know of someone who could help in any of these areas please contact me ASAP. Please pray for these needs.
Thanks and God Bless, Phil
Byard. SU Secondary Schools Support Worker & Schoolies Camp Director - West Zone. 800 Kingsford Smith Drive Eagle Farm 4009. 07 3632 2242 Office. 0403 187 068 Mobile.
15.05.01
- Radio show seeks new talent.
Brisbane producer Stuart
Stuart writes: The Hot 30, Australia's most popular radio show, is running a competition for budding rock/pop stars. The prize is pretty awesome, including a scholarship to the Australian Institute of Music in Sydney and a bunch of other cool stuff. All you need is a CD or tape of your stuff. Check out
www.hot30.com for more info.
15.05.01
- Brisbane bands and artists wanted.
Brisbane producer Stuart
Stuart writes: Q Music is doing some showcases at Ric's Café. If you want to get involved, check out their website. They're also organising the
Rocket Festival, and they need bands and artists to play. Get in contact with them and find out more.
If you're looking for a cool venue to play, try
www.themusicplatform.com
- they have weekly showcases of original unsigned artists. Many Chartsong artists have played there. Go to the website for more info, and contact Vic. Semi-related to that is the
Ellaways Weekend Warriors concept. Basically, musos who haven't played for a while get the opportunity to jam with other old timers. Ellaways front up with all the gear, so all you have to do is show up and play. Contact Ellaways Kedron store for details.
15.05.01
- ShareSong.org Newsletter.
Things are cruising really nicely at this month
ShareSong.org. Another 63 songs have been added to the database this month, and we're just about to crack the milestone of 500 songs.
We're averaging over 500 visitors a day, and now looking seriously at ways that we can make all this great praise and worship music freely available to more people with some serious promotion initiatives.
Click here to read more...
12.05.01
- Alabaster Box CD & world tour.
Alabaster Box will be releasing their long awaiting new CD
"Main Attraction" on the 3 August this year. The release will be in conjunction with the
Alabaster Box "Main Attraction" world tour with the Brisbane concert being on the 4 August 2001. The tour will kick off here in Australia and see them travel to New Zealand, USA and Singapore. We also have a new web site up and running at
www.alabasterbox.com
which will include further details regarding the tour.
11.05.01
- Paradox in the studio.
95Five Creative
Challenge 2000 winners (Best Original Song) Paradox
are at last starting to record their debut CD. What is anticipated as
being one of the standout releases of 2001, the new Paradox
CD will hopefully be available in a few months. Keep checking here for
more details.
11.05.01
- Fiery Fergus scores a win.
Fiery Fergus
front man Martin Jacobs writes: Woohoo! Last night Fiery
Fergus won the first round of Triple Z's
unearthed competition at the Alley Sports Bar (Frew St, Milton, Brisbane).
We will be playing in the final round, which will be at the same venue on
Thursday 31 May (date to be confirmed - free entry). If we win, we
will definitely get a session on Triple Z, but we may get a session
anyway. I'll post the details later.
Here's our web
site... www.brisbanechristianchat.com/music/fieryfergus.htm.
11.05.01
- Screamin' showcase.
The Screamin'
Jamaican will be doing an exciting showcase of music at the Paddo
Tavern in Brisbane on Tuesday the 22nd of May at 8:30pm. It promises to be
a great time and a fun showcase of ‘Jamaican Rock’ music.
11.05.01
- Claire Hazzard on the road.
Claire
Hazzard is taking to the streets again promoting her new CD ‘Whatever
It Takes’. She’s heading off to Sydney/NSW for 7 concerts then
off to North Queensland for a couple of shows. It’s a shame she’s not
stopping in Brisbane.
11.05.01 - Interim in the studio.
Interim is recording an EP next week at Harmony Studios with engineer/producer Scott
Mullane. And by the sounds of things it'll rock.
11.05.01
- CityGate Band recording again.
CityGate
Band, the resident worship band at CityGate Christian Church, is recording its second live worship album called CityGate Bootleg 2 on Sunday 20th May at CityGate Christian Church, 1422 Gympie Road, Aspley. The ten songs being recorded will be performed at the 10am Family Celebration Service and again at the 6pm Night Church Alive. The songs being recorded have been written by six different songwriters from CityGate Christian Church. This has resulted in an interesting cross section of music styles including R&B, Latin Rock, Pop, Funk, and Country Rock. The lyrics speak of faith in God and the hope and strength that God gives.
Most people characterize CityGate's worship as "passionate". It is also contemporary, heartfelt, and uplifting.
10.05.01
- Fiery Fergus turns up the Heat.
2001 saw the band get busy,
with gigs every two weeks, including the Australian Gospel Music Festival
in Toowoomba. Fiery Fergus will continue to
turn up the heat by playing in Triple Z's unearthed competition in May
(first round on 10th May), and the Queensland Rock Awards on Friday 15
June (tickets $8 in advance, $10 on the door).
Later on in June, Fiery
Fergus will be recording their first release quality EP. If it is half
as good as their polished live act, its going to get arrested.
10.05.01
- The Scooter Two release number two.
To avoid any confusion
with other bands around the world, Brisbane kid's duo Scooter are now
known as The Scooter Two. The
Scooter Two also have a spanking new album out entitled 'What
Was Impossible', written to fill a gap in the present Christian
children's music range: to provide good songs that can be used in
evangelistic settings (kids' clubs, holiday clubs, beach missions etc.).
WWI will communicate clearly to all children and their families,
especially those that have little idea of the message of the gospel. You
can check out previews of the album at here
or download free mp3s of 'What Was Impossible' at www.mp3.com/thescootertwo.
The Music Downloads section also has 2
MP3s you can download.
10.05.01
- Race To Survive - New brisband.
Race To
Survive being recently formed will hit the streets soon - already
recorded 2 songs, which may hit the airwaves. Consists of 4 crazy guys
(including local solo artist Justin
Mark and Troy from E320) who spend
most if their rehearsals laughing at each other - stay tuned.
10.05.01
- The Scooter Two exclusive MP3.
In another world exclusive, www.brisbanechristianchat.com
is proud to bring you The Scooter Two – 'Easter
Song (For Any Time Of Year)' in MP3 format. Adding to our already
impressive collection of world firsts, 'Easter Song', off the new CD ‘What
Was Impossible’, is promoted as being one of The Scooter Two’s
best songs for ‘big people’. Another song, ‘Believe’,
also on ‘What Was Impossible’, is also available to download from our Music
Downloads section. It’s described as being a rocking kid’s song.
Both songs are available to download now.
10.05.01
- Squipplepippy update.
Squipplepippy
are currently recording some new tracks which hopefully will be released
mid year. They recorded 2 tracks at the end of April and will hopefully
put down another 2 or 3 this weekend. Squipplepippy
are also playing at Cloud 9 Acoustic Café on Saturday 26 May (click
here for more details) and should confirm one or two others shortly.
Keep checking the Gig Guide for more
Squipplepippy dates.
10.05.01
- Concerts in Malaysia.
Local Christian solo artist Justin
Mark is involved in a band going from Garden City to do Youth Alive
style events in Malaysia. Justin
asks that you pray for them that they would see huge things happen for
God's glory!
10.05.01
- The Agents in recording mode.
Local rockers, The
Agents, are recording a live album at a free concert on Saturday 19th May at 7:30pm. The venue is the main auditorium at CityGate Christian Church, 1422 Gympie Road, Aspley. All 3 members of the band write and sing. The originals songs being recorded at the concert are blues and rock.
The resulting CD will be
released soon after. A copy of this live CD will be given away to the
winner of tomorrow's new Killer Captions
competition featuring The
Agents.
09.05.01
- The
Screamin' Jamaican in the studio.
The
Screamin' Jamaican is currently finishing 3 new songs with Brisbane
producer Stuart
Stuart. The first tune has already been extensively played by Sea FM
on the Sunshine Coast.
09.05.01
- Read 96Five's application for a community licence.
96Five's
application for a community licence is on-line and can be read here.
It's 43 pages long and well worth a read. It's very comprehensive and very
impressive. Go 96Five!
06.05.01
- Nagasaki EP Launch.
Ok peoples here it is...........the Nagasaki
EP 'Sound Doctrine'. Launch Date - Saturday 22
September 2001. More details to be leaked from sources as they come to
hand.
04.05.01
- New look site on-line with all-new sections.
The Brisbane
Christian Chat web site has had a bit of a makeover and has added 2
completely new sections. Rove compliments
Events with photos, reviews and
reports of what is happening in Brisbane's Christian community & more.
And incorporates all the parts of the site that no longer fall under any
of the other sections. This includes Killer
Captions, Christian Humour,
Daily Verses, Links & more. Both sections are expected to develop and
grow very rapidly as Brisbane's Christian community gets behind the site
and pours valued content into it.
04.05.01
- Groundswell web site is up and racing.
The all-new Groundswell
website is alive and kicking and well worth a look. There isn't all that
much content there but the flash animation is superb. Check it out here.
04.05.01
- Chris Mundy's new CD.
Producer Stuart
Stuart writes: Christian artist Chris Mundy is almost finished an 11
song album with Stuart. It's turning out to be a killer.
04.05.01
- New The Last Resort CD to give away.
Be one of the first
people in the universe to get a hold of The Last
Resort's hot new CD "Livin' the
Rock'n'Roll Dream" by entering the Killer Captions competition
here. All you have to do is
write the funniest caption as judged by us and it's yours. And you've only
got a week left to enter!
04.05.01
- Wanna work at LIFE Fm?
Producer Stuart
Stuart writes: Adelaide Christian rock station 107.9 FM is looking for
an experienced sales person with a strong Christian faith. Applications to
be marked Confidential and marked to the General Manager, Life FM, PO Box
1079, North Adelaide, SA 5006 by May 7.
04.05.01
– Paul Colman Trio Update.
The Paul Colman Trio write - Free
"Sundown" Download. PC3 have done it again! Following up on the
success of the free "Turn" single download, the latest radio
single, "Sundown", is also available to download from the site
ABSOLUTELY FREE. It's full CD quality (and a new exciting Andy Sorenson
remix) previously only available to radio stations. (It is NOT the same
version that is on the album "Turn"). www.paulcolmantrio.com/getturn.htm
PC3 Australian Tour 2001 dates
released! Go direct to see the list of performances that sees the Paul
Colman Trio visit every state and territory of Australia on their biggest
tour to date. Stick your concert(s) in the diary NOW! 25th October to
Monday 3rd December, 2001. Details at www.paulcolmantrio.com/gigs_tours.htm#national.
(Some dates may be subject to change) (The Closer shows to Brisbane are
Thursday 15 Nov 2001 @ Toowoomba, Friday 16 Nov 2001 @ Gold Coast,
Saturday 17 Nov 2001@ Brisbane.
PC3 US Tour Dates and
Promotional Video. Download the complete PC3 2001 promotional video for
free. It features selections from some of your favourite trio songs set to
exciting live video footage and photos. www.paulcolmantrio.com/video.htm,
www.paulcolmantrio.com/gigs_tours.htm.
Shop Online! Not just printing
out a postal order form! Paul Colman & Paul Colman Trio CDs, with a
selection of other merchandise items, are now available to purchase in a
secure environment over the web. www.cmp.com.au/colmantrio/.
... and much more! Brand new
photos: www.paulcolmantrio.com/photo.htm,
concert clips: www.paulcolmantrio.com/video.htm
, Link to the unofficial fan site: www.pct.f2s.com/.
04.05.01
– Other ONYA nominations.
It seems Toupee
Records is not the only Christian web site to be nominated in this
year’s prestigious ONYA (Australian Online
Music Awards) awards www.onya.com.au. Other nominees include Category 1 - Artist Site: The
Frugals (here),
Category 1 - Artist Site: Antiskeptic (here),
Category 9 - Aust Independent Record Label Site: Toupee
Records (here),
Category 14 - Music Industry Resource: ACAN
(Australian Christian Artists Network) (here).
Unfortunately www.brisbanechristianchat.com
was a bit late coming on the scene for this year’s nominations. But look out
2002!
04.05.01
- Groundswell decides.
This week brought about plenty of smiles
and frowns as the Groundswell people decided on the bands for this year's
Groundswell concert. Unfortunately only 28 bands out of 70 applicants
could be accepted. Looks like we're set though for another blistering
showcase of bands in July.
04.05.01
- Toupee news.
Voting has started in this year's ONYA Awards -
the Australian Online Music Awards. www.ToupeeRecords.com
has been nominated in the category of Australian Independent Record Label
Site. Visit www.onya.com.au,
head to the voting page and select Toupee from the list for Independent
Record Label Site - and tell your friends! Oh, and one lucky voter will
win an Apple iMac computer .... mmmm!
It's good to see you all using
the Toupee shop now that credit card is available! Don't forget the supa-discounted
prices are always available from www.ToupeeRecords.com.
For example, The Frugals "Formula For Success" can be yours for
$21.95 + $1 postage (Recommended Retail Price $25.95).
01.05.01
- Site restructuring has been happening.
We have been doing a
little renovating here at brisbanechristianchat.com. The site doesn't look
much different but you may find that not all the links work all the time.
You will only get links that go nowhere or give error messages if you do
not have the latest version of the site - clicking refresh or reload 2 or
3 times should fix this.
You may find
that you have to correct some of your bookmarks/favourites. We apologise
for any inconvenience.
01.05.01 -
Tonjip Web Site.
For all of those that have been waiting, the new and
improved tonjip.com is up for all to see. Visit www.tonjip.com.
Site includes mp3s, bio, disco and more.
01.05.01
- SU Schoolies Week Camps rock!!... and this year will be no exception.
When? : 19 - 24th November 2001.
Where? : Currimundi (North Zone),
Mudjimba (West Zone), Peregian (South - East Zone).
What? : 6 days and 5 night of full on fun!
What at West? : Activities, Carnival night - live band - karaoke - bucking bulls - sumo wrestling - jumping castle - and heaps more.
Celebration night - great food, fantastic fun, may the best team win! 2 Surprise nights - 2 good 2 miss!
Free time, Voluntary praise and worship times, Midnight movies, Fantastic food and heaps of it - you will not go hungry!
2am sleep curfew, Daily trips to the beach, Cards, Daily discussions on our future and God's perspective,
Swimming pool, tennis court, sports oval (footy, soccer, cricket ...), Electives (4 afternoons),
Beach/Surfing, Blading, 10 Pin Bowling, Retail Therapy (shopping),
Laser Games, Playstation Games, Tubing, Indoor Sports, Sailing, Indoor Rock Climbing, Cable Skiing,
Karting, Skirmish, Horse Riding, Archery.
How much? : $180 (before 31st October), $190 (after 31st October)
- Includes all accommodation, food, transport from Brisbane, activities and most electives.
Why come? : Cos you aren't a schoolie for a long time, just a GOOD TIME!
Satisfaction Guaranteed - 100% Drug and Alcohol Free - A rocking time.
Check out the website for more info and an application form. schoolies@qld.su.org.au.
See ya at Schoolies 2001!
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