Honky Tonk Highway

Damn!! Missing Tamworth yet again! Next year will have to be a ballbuster!! Above is a pic of my last year's camping site at North Bears' Oval. The site was going to be taken over by another amenities block which would certainly affect the residents and the southern fence area (affectionately known as feral alley!) The van is no longer - it was stolen twice last year and recovered both times but the second time I de-registered it and bought a $200 Mitsubishi Sigma SW.

Update: Before we head off to the BIG gig guide, here's a few things Cletis Carr and his mates will be doing in the next week or so:

Four in the upcoming week:

Tonite, Thurs 25th, I'm at the Bald Rock Hotel in Balmain with Val "Down By The Riverside" Gray, from 9pm after the trivia. Or during. Perhaps we are the trivia. Or simply trivial. Come along & see.

Sat 27th, at Dooley's Waterview in Silverwater with Chris Orchard, 8ish I think.

Sun 28th, Sunday Sessions at the Merton pub, with the Blues Pirates . 6pm, don't be late. Oh, afterwards, we're hotfooting it to the Untidy in Balmain for the PornStar Rockers' gig and bash to celebrate Theo "I Don't Need Badges" Katsantoni's birthday. Til 11pm or when the bouncers throw us out, whichever comes first. Usually the latter.

Next Thursday, Feb 1st, I'm at the Bridge Hotel opening the show for my ol' pal Gwyn Ashton , who's on tour from the U.K. (unlike their cricket side). Show starts 8pm, dig some cool blues. If you'd like to get on Cletis's mailing list, apply here:

cletiscarr@gmail.com

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Anyways, here's Limpin' Jimmy's (and the Swingin' Kitten's) gig guide for the near future in Sydney. For mine, the Murray Hillbillies' return to the Bald Faced tag on Saturday night would be the top country gig. Gary Brown and Les Scott will both be absent but their replacements will be top-rate musos, as usual: Bruce Reid (Karma County, the catholics) will be on steel guitar/s and Colin Watson will be taking over the lead guitar duties. Should be a ripper! Maybe see youse there!

Update: The newsletter has now been added to the bottom of the gig guide. Happy (dancin') feet!



The Gig Guide

Hey there all you crazy Cats'n'Kittens,


Here is this week's (and beyond) Gig Guide :-

Just a reminder that our Rockabilly Dance Workshops are on the following dates this month:

Beginner Refresher - Sunday 28th January - (please see date and details below) from 1pm to 2:30pm

Intermediate - Sunday 28th January - (please see date and details below) from 3pm to 5pm

Beginner - Sunday 11th February - (please see date and details below) from 3pm to 6pm



WEDNESDAY 24th January


JAZZ CLUB featuring the Janos Horvath Trio (playing music by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington and many others with a special Guest Artist each week plus a Jam Session) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road, Double Bay - 7:30pm - Free entry



THURSDAY 25th January


Sydney Sound Big Band - (Swing) - Rockdale RSL, 45 Bay Street, Rockdale - 7:30pm - Free entry



Dan Barnett Quartet - (Jazz/Swing) - Customs House Bar, Macquarie Pl (between Bridge and Reiby), Circular Quay from 6.30pm to 9:30pm - Free entry



The Vipers Party Band - (Jump Blues) - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - 8:30pm - Free entry



FRIDAY 26th January


Jonny Gretsch and the Wasted Ones CD Launch; Wes Pudsey and the Sonic Aces; The Quarter Milers (debut gig) - (Rockabilly) - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - 8:30pm - $10 entry



Roadhouse Rockers - (Rock 'n' roll) - Easts Legion Club, 213 Bronte Rd, Waverly - 8pm - Free entry



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) - Belmont 16ft Sailing Club - The Parade, Belmont - Free entry



Monica Trapaga guests with the Sydney All Star Big Band with Dan Barnett (Jazz/Swing) - Australia Day Celebrations at Pyrmont Park - 5pm to 9:30pm



Unity Hall Jazz Band - (Jazz/Swing) - Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling St, Balmain - 9.30pm - Free entry



Jive Bombers - (Swing/Rock 'n' roll) - Brighton Fisherman’s Club, Bestic St, Brighton-Le-Sands - 8:30pm - Free entry



SATURDAY 27th January


Wes Pudsey and The Sonic Aces - (Rockabilly) - St Marys Band Club, 411 Great Western Highway, St Marys - Free entry



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) and Jive Bombers - (Swing/Rock 'n' roll) - Davistown RSL, 19 Murna Rd Davistown - 7:30pm - $17 entry



Creepers - (Rockabilly) - East Maitland Bowling Club, Bank Street, East Maitland - 8pm - Free entry



Elana Stone - (Jazz) - Sound Lounge, Seymour Centre, Corner of City Rd and Cleveland St, Chippendale - Bookings 9351 7940



The Porkers (Ska), Casino Rumblers (Psychobilly), Los Capitanes - BMX Games - Monster Park, Homebush - 10am - 7pm (All ages)



Swing @ The Roxbury - (Swing Dance) - The Roxbury Hotel, 182 St Johns Rd, Glebe, 8pm - $6 entry



Murray Hillbillies - (Country) - Bald Faced Stag Hotel, 345 Parramatta Road, Leichhardt - 9:30pm to late - Free entry



SUNDAY 28th January


Beginners Refresher Rockabilly Dance Workshop - Sunday 28th January at 1pm

In response to numerous requests, we now hold a Beginners Refresher Rockabilly Dance Workshop just prior to the Intermediate Workshop. You can do this independently of the Intermediate Workshop or you can do this as a warm-up and confidence booster before you join the Intermediate group later in the afternoon.

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $15 per person
Date: Sunday 28th January
Time: 1pm to 2.30pm
Register: Call Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 26th January or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required – pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au


Intermediate Rockabilly Dance Workshop - Sunday 28th January at 3pm

The workshop will be a 2 hour session which is designed to improve your dancing as well as learning new dance moves. And of course have fun.

Remember, if you are more comfortable dancing with your own partner, you are welcome to come as a couple and stay together or come by yourself and join the rotating circle, where you will get a chance to practice with a number of different partners. Are there any ladies out there who are interested in improving their leading and learning some new moves? Here is your chance.

This workshop is for dancers who have at least satisfactorily completed our Beginners Workshop or experienced dancers who would like to improve their style or learn more moves and we would not be able to accomodate inexperienced dancers.

Details are as follows:-

INTERMEDIATE ROCKABILLY DANCE WORKSHOP

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $25 per person
Date: Sunday 28th January
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Register: Call Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 26th January or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required – pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au




Detonators - (Jump Rock Blues) - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - 7:00pm - $10 entry



Unity Hall Jazz Band - (Jazz) - Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling Street, Balmain - 3:30pm to 6:30pm - Free entry



WEDNESDAY 31st January


JAZZ CLUB featuring the Janos Horvath Trio (playing music by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington and many others with a special Guest Artist each week plus a Jam Session) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road, Double Bay - 7:30pm - Free entry



FRIDAY 2nd February


Blue Denim - (Rockabilly) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



Janet Seidel Jazz Sessions - (Jazz) -Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay -Bookings essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au

Dinner from 7.00pm - Show 9.00pm $79 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices. Show only $43 (a la carte dinner available).



Unity Hall Jazz Band - (Jazz/Swing) - Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling St, Balmain - 9.30pm - Free entry



SATURDAY 3rd February


Elana Stone - (Jazz) - Vanguard, 42 King Street, Newtown - Enquiries 9557 7992



Janet Seidel Jazz Sessions - (Jazz) -Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay -Bookings essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au

Dinner from 7.00pm - Show 9.00pm $79 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices. Show only $43 (a la carte dinner available).



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' roll) - Easts Legion Club, 213 Bronte Rd, Waverly - 8pm - Free entry



Lemon Squeezin' Daddies - (Jump Blues) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



Switchblades - (Rock 'n' Roll) - Guildford Leagues Club, 55 Tamplin Rd, Guildford - 8pm - Free entry



SUNDAY 4th February


Janet Seidel Jazz Sessions - (Jazz) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay -Bookings essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au

Dinner from 7.00pm - Show 9.00pm $79 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices. Show only $43 (a la carte dinner available).



Unity Hall Jazz Band - (Jazz) - Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling Street, Balmain - 3:30pm to 6:30pm - Free entry



Blue Denim - (Rockabilly) - Prospect Hotel, Great Western Hwy Prospect - 1pm - Free entry



Cartwrights - (Country) - Botany View Hotel, 597 King Street, Newtown - 6pm - Free entry



Switchblades - (Rock 'n' Roll) - Mt Druitt Workers Club, 247 Woodstock Ave, Dharruk - 3:30pm to 7:30pm - Free entry



WEDNESDAY 7th February


JAZZ CLUB featuring the Janos Horvath Trio (playing music by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington and many others with a special Guest Artist each week plus a Jam Session) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road, Double Bay - 7:30pm - Free entry



THURSDAY 8th February


Sydney Sound Big Band - (Swing) - Rockdale RSL, 45 Bay Street, Rockdale - 7:30pm - Free entry



FRIDAY 9th February


Capitols - (Swing/Rock 'n' Roll) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' Roll) - Brighton Fisherman's Club, Bestic St, Brighton-le-Sands - 8pm - Free entry



Blue Denim - (Rockabilly) - Riverstone RSL, 18 Market St, Riverstone - 8pm - Free entry



Janet Seidel Jazz Sessions - (Jazz) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay -Bookings essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au

Dinner from 7.00pm - Show 9.00pm $79 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices. Show only $43 (a la carte dinner available).



Paul Sun (Jazz Vocalist) with Brad Madigan (guitar) - Jazushi Restaurant, 145 Devonshire Street, Surry Hills - www.jazushi.com.au - bookings recommended 9699 8977 - 7:30pm to 10:30pm



SATURDAY 10th February


Wes Pudsey and The Sonic Aces - (Rockabilly) - Belrose Bowling Club, 146 Forest Way, Belrose - 8pm - Free entry

Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' Roll) - Ashfield RSL, 374 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield - 8pm - Free entry



The Absinth Club - (Burlesque) featuring acts such as Man's Ruin Burlesque; The Town Bikes; Lola the Vamp; Belladonnas De Lux; Hi Ball Burlesque; Gypsy Wood and many more - The Gaelic Club, Devonshire St, Surry Hills - Tickets www.moshtix.com.au or http://www.sugartime.com.au/



Janet Seidel Jazz Sessions - (Jazz) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay -Bookings essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au

Dinner from 7.00pm - Show 9.00pm $79 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices. Show only $43 (a la carte dinner available).



SUNDAY 11th February


SUNDAY 11th February is our next Beginners Rockabilly Dance Workshop

New Years Resolution No 1 - Learn to Dance Rockabilly Style

Ever been in a pub or club listening to Country, Hillbilly, Rockabilly or Jump Blues music and seen couples doing a great cool dance style. Chances are they will be dancing Rockabilly to this type of music. The dance suits itself to so many music styles, so if you want to learn Rockabilly or get back into the dance, here is your chance on Sunday 14th January with a great Beginners Workshop. Come on guys! Don't be shy. There are ladies looking for guys to dance with. We even have some experienced ladies who want to learn how to lead.

This workshop is designed for brand new beginners who would like to learn this very cool dance style or dancers who would like to refresh the basics.

Details are as follows:-

BEGINNERS ROCKABILLY DANCE WORKSHOP

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $30 per person
Date: Sunday 11th February
Time: 3pm to 6pm
Register: Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 9th February or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required – pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au


Flaming Stars - (Rock 'n' Roll) - Eastern Suburbs Leagues Club, 97 Spring Street, Bondi Junction - Free entry



Janet Seidel Jazz Sessions - (Jazz) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay -Bookings essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au

Dinner from 7.00pm - Show 9.00pm $79 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices. Show only $43 (a la carte dinner available).



WEDNESDAY 14th February


Janet Seidel Jazz Sessions - (Jazz) - Double Bay Woodfire Cabaret Restaurant, 459 New South Head Road (Next to Woolworths) Double Bay -Bookings essential: 02 9363 4567 or Email: cabaret@woodfire.com.au

Dinner from 7.00pm - Show 9.00pm $79 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices. Show only $43 (a la carte dinner available).


REGULAR EVENTS


The Swing Lounge - Every Wednesday night from 7.30pm till 9pm on 89.7FM Eastside Radio hosted for the month of January by Steve Ca$h and Bongo Benny. Throw yourself into an armchair, grab a drink and let them take you on a wild trip of old and new Swing music.



Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten DJ Services - Always remember folks, if you have an event coming up and you would like to make it one to remember, contact Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten for information about our DJ Services. We have a huge range of music and can tailor any event to your needs. We have added popular dance music of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s as, when we are playing at weddings and engagement parties where there is usually a mixed crowd, the requirements usually go beyond 40's or 50's Swing, Jazz, Lounge and Rockabilly. We expand our music collection as we go. Try us!

Contact Margie by Email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au or to 0410 668 995.



Whilst we try to cover main items of interest, don't forget, if you want a comprehensive list of what's on or coming up, check out the Swing Gig Guide at http://calendar.yahoo.com/swingsydney for Swing events. Or check out the Swamp Shack with Pedro Manoy or Blow in Drum Media each week. You can also visit the Sydney Jazz Club Calendar at http://www.corporatenews.com.au/jazz/sydney_gig_guide.html and Blues at www.sydneyblues.org . They are full of great information on what's on around town with Big Bands, Jazz and Blues outfits. Check out the Gigs2ya website at http://www.gigscene.com.au . We have been listening recently to another community radio station, 2NSB up in Chatswood and they have a great website with a good gig guide you can check out at http://www.2nsb.org.au/gigs.php

Whilst the information we bring you is believed to correct at the time of posting, we regret we cannot be held responsible for any last minute band or venue changes to gigs.

Lotsa love to you all, Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten

The Newsletter:

Hey there Guys'n'Gals,

I'm sure that people who do a Newsletter, like Margie and I do, often wonder what they will write for the next week. However, no sooner has one gone out than information comes in from all sources. Thanks to everyone who contributes information for us to print.



There is a mountain of music as you have probably guessed, since Margie has already put out her gig guide. There couldn't be anyone out there who cant find their own musical preference this holiday weekend. A couple of things I would probably draw your attention to are :-

Jonny Gretsch and the Wasted Ones CD Launch; Wes Pudsey and the Sonic Aces; The Quarter Milers (debut gig) - (Rockabilly) - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - Friday 26th January, 8:30pm - $10 entry.

Monica Trapaga guests with the Sydney All Star Big Band with Dan Barnett (Jazz/Swing) - Australia Day Celebrations at Pyrmont Park - 5pm to 9:30pm

and

Detonators - (Jump Rock Blues) - Empire Hotel, corner of Parramatta Rd and Johnston St, Annandale - Sunday 28th January, 7:00pm - $10 entry

(the last one of course which coincidentally follows our Beginners Refresher and Intermediate Rockabilly Workshops on Sunday afternoon.)



Now I know it's a holiday weekend but we decided to keep our dance workshop schedule on as planned so why not come along on Sunday then you can head down to The Empire for The Detonators at 7pm.

Beginners Refresher Rockabilly Dance Workshop - Sunday 28th January at 1pm

In response to numerous requests, we now hold a Beginners Refresher Rockabilly Dance Workshop just prior to the Intermediate Workshop. You can do this independently of the Intermediate Workshop or you can do this as a warm-up and confidence booster before you join the Intermediate group later in the afternoon.

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $15 per person
Date: Sunday 28th January
Time: 1pm to 2.30pm
Register: Call Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 26th January or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required ˆ pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au


Intermediate Rockabilly Dance Workshop - Sunday 28th January at 3pm

The workshop will be a 2 hour session which is designed to improve your dancing as well as learning new dance moves. And of course have fun.

Remember, if you are more comfortable dancing with your own partner, you are welcome to come as a couple and stay together or come by yourself and join the rotating circle, where you will get a chance to practice with a number of different partners. Are there any ladies out there who are interested in improving their leading and learning some new moves? Here is your chance.

This workshop is for dancers who have at least satisfactorily completed our Beginners Workshop or experienced dancers who would like to improve their style or learn more moves and we would not be able to accomodate inexperienced dancers.

Details are as follows:-

INTERMEDIATE ROCKABILLY DANCE WORKSHOP

Location: Swingtime Studio, Level 2, 108 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown (corner of Lyons Road)
Cost: $25 per person
Date: Sunday 28th January
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Register: Call Margie on 0410 668 995 by Friday 26th January or email on swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au
Deposit: No deposit required ˆ pay in full on the day
Enquiries: Margie 0410 668 995 or swinginkitten@primusonline.com.au



Dan Barnett 4tet

By the time most of you get this it will be Thursday morning and you may be wondering how to kick off the long weekend. Dan Barnett invites you to "Jazz and Beer" (and probably some good wine and fine spirits - or should it be fine wine and good spirits) tonight at The Customs House Bar on Macquarie Place just around the corner from The Basement from 6.45pm till 9.45pm. Remember, Friday is a holiday so Friday night drinks needs to be brought forward to Thursday. You will catch Dan Barnett on Vocals and trombone, Phil Stack on Double Bass, Sam Rollings on Guitar and Andrew Dickerson on Drums.

Whilst on the subject of our friend Andrew Dickerson, he excitedly Emailed out today to announce the launching of his new Myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/andrewdickeson. Now we knew Andrew was a brilliant drummer, but look at this extract from his bio - "Andrew Dickeson is undeniably one of Australia's leading Jazz Drummer's. He holds down a busy schedule as he is currently the Principal Lecturer of Jazz Drums at the University of Sydney Conservatorium of Music, at the same time being one of the country's most sought after jazz drummer's..........". Sydney boasts an amazing array of talented musicians!



Nostalgia Drag Racing Series for 2007

Now as usual, I'm all over the place with news items, but just in is the great news that Cruzin Mag http://www.cruzin.com.au/cruzin/index.cfm, Australia's premier Hot Rod and American Muscle Car Mag, have landed a major sponsor for their ever popular Nostalgia Drag Racing Series for 2007.

Further increasing their association with the classic, collectible and historic car hobby, Shannon's will be the major sponsor for the Nostalgia Drag Racing Series throughout 2007. Cruzin magazine will continue to promote the event with 12 meetings scheduled for the year (some to be confirmed).

http://www.cruzin.com.au/cruzin/index.cfm?pid=article&nwsID=136

mailto:newsletter@cruzin.com.au



Swing City Club

Last week, we mentioned about the possibility of a new Big Band club in Sydney which was to be called the Swing City Club through the association with one of Sydney's high profile Big Bands, John Morrison's Swing City. The venue is The Statement Bar in the basement of The State Theatre.

Talking tonight with a band contact, we are told that the deal may be close to being finalised with a kick-off date of Valentines Day, Wednesday 14th February.



Plus a postscript to the above news. Simon "The Senator" Bartlett of "Woody and The Senator" fame has advised us that a his very cool jazz outfit The Upper House http://members.optusnet.com.au/theupperhouse/home.html are playing every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Statement Bar. A look at their playlists places them very much in the Swing/Jazz/Jump Blues music style so and evening with The Upper House would be sure to please everyone.



Burlesque

The Absinth Club...

We made special mention last week of the upcoming mammoth Burlesque show but we missed out two very special performers who just happen to be close friends of ours. Let's just call them Gidget and Torchy (OK Miss Astred Hicks and Miss Pia Andersen) who are soooo excited that their new act Coco de Mer has been included in this very major event.


MAN'S RUIN BURLESQUE ~ THE TOWN BIKES ~ LOLA THE VAMP ~ BELLADONNAS DE LUX ~ HI BALL BURLESQUE ~ GYPSY WOOD ~ MS FAT BOOTY ~ IMOGEN KELLY ~ THE BIRDMANN ~ KASPIA VIOLETTA~ LITTLE KELLY DOLL ~ COUGAR JONES ~ ANDY UPROCK ~ LA VIVIANNA ~ AMELIA WOOD ~ BONE DADDY ~ BERLIN FRIDAY ~ THE BUTCHERSHOP QUARTET ~ MS IVY ~ JACOB PACESETTER ~ FEVER FANS and music from THE ORPHAN PARTY & DJ MR MAI TAI (THE TIKI TWO) PLUS now Coco de Mer

Dates and ticket info below:
Feb 2nd and 3rd The Spanish Club Melbourne.
Tickets: www.webtickets.com.au
Feb 10th The Gaelic Club, Surry Hills. Sydney.
Tickets: www.moshtix.com.au
Feb 24th The Columbian Bar, Brisbane.
Tickets: www.etix.oztix.com.au
OR get your tickets for any and all of the shows from www.sugartime.com.au



Rose Seidler House

We have received a word of thanks from the organiser of The Rose Seidler House event below. Apparently a number of you have already taken advantage of the offer of discounted tickets. Just imagine it! We are all lover of the 50's era. We all love Rose Seidler House. How cool will it be sitting with our picnic baskets and wine in the shadow of the great house, as you watch TV shows which Rose Seidler herself might have viewed on her new super duper Kreisler TV. Support for events like this will ensure they continue in the future. Look at what Charles Phoenix has done for the 50's in America http://www.godblessamericana.com/. Get your bookings in now and don't forget to mention Limpin' Jimmy and The swingin' Kitten for your discount rate of $20 per person.

A very special Rose Seidler House Event

TV classics of the 1950s & '60s

For some it will be a blast from the past, for others it will be a fascinating and, at times, humorous look into the early years of Australian television. Bring a picnic basket, friends and family, and join us for a starry night in the leafy grounds of Rose Seidler House. Projected amidst amazing bushland with the house in the background will be rare footage of early Australian TV classics and film clips including The Mavis Bramston Show, Rita and Wally and never before seen film noir style pilot Al Munch starring a young and handsome Bud Tingwall, along with a great collection of 1950s and '60s advertisements. Organised with the support of the National Film and Sound Archive and introduced by Grace Gibson Productions veteran Reg James. House tours will run at 7pm and during the interval, and a special candy bar will operate for the event.
Rose Seidler House | Saturday 10 February | Gates open 7pm, screening begins 8pm | Members $20 General $29 Family $49 | Includes house tours, screening and free popcorn. Suitable for all ages! Booking essential on 02 8239 2266.

The event coordinator for Rose Seidler House has very kindly offered our readers the members rate of $20 if you mention Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten when you ring to book. Don't delay booking! This is sure to be a popular event.



Tamworth Country Music Festival goes out to the world

Tamworth Country Music launches into Cyberspace

OK folks. You should know by now that Tamworth is well and truly under way but this coming weekend is the big one so why not take a minute to log on to www.tamworthcountrymusic.com.au for all the latest on what is happening in that amazing dry barren bowl out there somewhere in the Australian countryside. Thanks to our friend Alison Windmill and her associates in Tamworth for this novel addition to the Tamworth Country Music Festival..



Melinda Schneider

Again nominated this year for a Golden Guitar Award at Tamworth, one of Australia's favorite female country singers, Melinda Schneider, brings her show to Rooty Hill RSL on Friday 2nd February featuring her most powerful album "Stronger" plus of course some of her old favourites. She will be supported by "The Flood" and the show starts at 8pm with entry $20 for member and $25 for visitors. The show is adults only.




C.W Stoneking

Ever heard of C.W Stoneking?? Nope! Well neither have we but our friends Tony and Louise caught him when he played at The State Theatre on Sunday night supporting Madeleine Peyroux. They said he was a life changing experience and strongly recommended we check out his site at www.myspace.com/cwstoneking or better still go see him playing at The Basement on the 1st of February or at The Clarendon in Katoomba on 2nd February. "Just check him out, you won't regret it", they enthused. Here is how he is described :-

"He wears a ragged black suit and a preachin' hat, makes tunes about singing dodo birds, hollers like a 1920's tent show blues shouter, plays guitar like a demon, and mutters to himself onstage. The legendary king of hokum blues, C.W. Stoneking, is a true entertainer who relies on musicianship, stagecraft, and performance to invoke the spirit of 1920's Southern blues in his original hokum style."

Thanks Tony and Lulu. I reckon he would be well worth a listen to. I thought this sort of music only came on old scratchy records and CD's.




Have a great and safe holiday weekend and be great Australians. We live in a fantastic country and whilst it may not be perfect, it shines over many others in the world. Be thankful.

Lotsa love to you all, Limpin' Jimmy and The Swingin' Kitten.

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