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It may not be the norm, however as Homebake 2001 gears up to
cater to all tastes, we are proud to welcome one of Australia's
foremost exponents of the alternative movement who went on to
score incredible success both locally and internationally. With
a return command performance of none other than the fabulous HOODOO
GURUS. Having sold seven multiple gold and platinum albums
within Australia and with a hiatus of four years on the live circuit
this quartet return to share the stage with the respect of many
of the acts on the Homebake bill.
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With a recent sold out national headline tour, we welcome SOMETHING
FOR KATE to HOMEBAKE 2001. Riding high on the phenomenal
commercial success of their just released stunning album, "Echolalia",
SFK are current recipients of mass critical acclaim. It is well
deserved considering that "Echolalia", did debut at #2 on the
Aria album charts (only held from the number one spot by the Moulin
Rouge soundtrack album).
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Whilst on the theme of successful acts that have defined the
pop/rock formula, we also welcome the mighty YOU AM I
who as we all know are one of the most exciting live acts this
country has on offer. Their recent album release "Dress Me Slowly"
blitzed the charts and saw the band deliver yet another national
sell-out tour. The band are likely to be touring internationally
prior to their performance at Homebake 2001, their inclusion on
the bill is sure to rock you.
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Last year, they had to cancel due to a European tour, however
this year we have them well and truly locked in, we refer to none
other than the mighty Melbourne band, 28 DAYS. They
have struck platinum with their number one debuting album "Upstyledown"
and keep pushing boundaries using a hybrid of hip hop, punk and
rock - another band with an awesome live rep.
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Having recently delivered a corker performance at both the recent
ARIA Awards and Livid Festival in Brisbane - and taking the place
of SHIHAD - we welcome THE SUPERJESUS to the stage
at HOMEBAKE 2001. Having scored incredible success with the release
of their superb album "Jet Age" Sarah Mcleod and friends
will make sure to rock the Homebake house!
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On the verge of releasing the follow up to his 100,000 plus
selling "Black The Sun" album and having just completed a huge
sell out tour, ALEX LLOYD brings his 6 piece big
band with their brand of ethereal pop/rock to present all his
newest material from the soon to be released "Watching Angels
Mend" album.
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As 'Dust Me Selecta' continues to gather huge momentum, Homebake
2001 is proud to have the cheekiest three-piece dance/electronic/pop
on board, they're every megastars' favourite, GERLING.
Just about to release their highly anticipated new album GERLING
are sure to surprise the crowd with their quirky antics.
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Displaying a completely different musical style we welcome the
extremely successful JOHN BUTLER TRIO whose blues-rock
has set audiences alive this year with the release of his sensational
debut chart-topping album "Three".
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Bringing back a touch of pure punk rock dynamics are the much-heralded
BODYJAR who will unleash their dynamic performance
to fire up the audience.
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Whilst we are on the punk rock trail, Homebake 2001 also welcomes
all ages favourites, ONE DOLLAR SHORT with a new
EP entitled "Press and Hold" out now.
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With a touch of sampled mayhem thrown in for good measure, we
also present Melbourne's fabulous SUPERHEIST who
have recently been nominated for the MTV video awards in the category
of International Viewers Choice Award.
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Keeping on the sunny side of rock, we are also happy to present
Perth's most infamous, ESKIMO JOE who have scored
much acclaim with their new album "Girl" which is out now. "Who
sold her out" is currently pounding the airwaves and their new
single "Planet Earth" is out in October.
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Diversity is our aim and there's another Sydney based outfit
who have not only sold a truck load of albums but have also managed
to make national headlines for absurd reasons. They are none other
than the uniquely brilliant and sensational entertainers MACHINE
GUN FELLATIO. They're ready to cause chaos and mayhem at
Homebake with their crazy on stage antics.
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We are very proud to announce the inclusion of rapper MC
TREY on the bill. She'll be bustin it up and breakin it
down and keeping the energy levels hi!
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Also back to whip up a frenzy as only they can are those balaclava-clad
lads TISM with a new album "De Rigeur Mortis" due
for release in October.
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With his long awaited debut chart toping album "3000 Feet High"
saturating the airwaves, PAUL MAC will deliver his
irresistible dance tracks, moody chill out numbers and menacing
big beats.
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Of course, we can't begin to talk about dance acts without mentioning
SONICANIMATION. They won the gong for "Best Live
Act" at 3D World's first Annual Dance Music Awards and are just
about to release the first single from the forthcoming album (which
incidentally features Jon Toogood of Shihad on vocals).
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Technomasters SONICANIMATION sure know how to get the crowd moving.
They will be joined by another Homebake dance act, the most wonderful
beatmasters, THE RESIN DOGS. With their style now
firmly rooted in hip hop, THE RESIN DOGS also know how to move
a crowd. They too are about to release a brand spanking new EP
and live album.
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The extremely talented SKUNKHOUR will deliver their
clever and unique blend of rock and funk with an energy driven
performance. Their latest offering "The Go" has delivered several
radio hits this year and we welcome these local masters of rockin'
funk to the HOMEBAKE fold.
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Then, there's the dynamic dance duo with their friends, now
famously known as PNAU - they just re-released the
brilliant album "Sombanova" and will have everyone at Homebake
2001 groovin' and movin' in the aisles.
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This Brisbane five piece has left audiences across the country
speechless with their blend of groove based angelic pop rock GEORGE
will be releasing their debut album later this year, they're sure
to stun this year's HOMEBAKE audience.
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She's sold over 160,000 albums and she has a golden voice. She's
been lauded right across Australia and as far as America; she
is none other than the amazing KASEY CHAMBERS! In
a unique move to Homebake, we are proud to present this most celebrated
Award winning alternative country performer.
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Also riding high on a wave of success with their multi ARIA
nominated debut album "Sunset Studies" are Melbourne's most musically
intricate, the fabulous AUGIE MARCH. Last seen in
Sydney town earlier this year, Augie March have been wowing audiences
nationwide and will no doubt do the same at Homebake.
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On the verge of releasing an amazing third album is one of electronica's
finest and we refer to none other than the very remarkable ENDORPHIN.
'AM:PM' is the new double album to be released in early October
and is destined to be a massive success. Endorphin will be at
Homebake performing these new tracks and more.
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We have the pleasure of welcoming the very beautiful sounds of
ART OF FIGHTING who have captured hearts and minds
the world over both live and with their intricate debut album
'Wires'.
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Joining the already impressive list of electronic acts featured
will be 1200 TECHNIQUES who have been building a
solid reputation for brilliant live performances. This Melbourne
three piece will definitely have the crowds dancing at Homebake
with their hybrid mix of hip hop and electronica. They've just
released a new EP with the lead track, 'See Me Rock' scoring plenty
of airplay action across Australia.
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Also making waves on the dance scene are the beatmasters from
Newcastle, ON INC. They have just released their
debut album appropriately titled 'The Rhythm Flavour' and like
most acts on Homebake, can be heard non stop on radio with their
new track 'Silver Girl Shuffle'.
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Venturing from Melbourne will be techno's dynamic duo, POUND
SYSTEM whose amazing new album 'You Know It Makes Sense'
features the radio hit 'Know Who You Are' with Katie from George
on lead vocals - we hope that this pairing can happen for a special
live performance at Homebake. Whatever happens, pound System garuantee
to ROCK the house down.
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For the first time at Homebake, from Perth, all girl rock wonders,
LASH whose new single "Beauty Queen" is out now.
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Known for their strong track record on the live scene and with
a new album "Watching The World" released earlier this
year PRIMARY are sure to ignite the crowd.
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With their new EP "Wishing Your Life Away" we bring
you Brisbane five-piece SPEEDSTAR to deliver their
brand of transcendental pop rock.
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BIG HEAVY STUFF whose ARIA nominated new album "Size
Of The Ocean" has been captivating audiences nationwide since
its release earlier this year are intense, moody and charismatic
performers, don't miss seeing this band live.
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DAN BRODIE & THE BROKEN ARROWS have had a bumper year with the
success of their debut album "Big Black Guitar" so be
sure to catch this man and his band delivering their alternative
country sound at HOMEBAKE this year.
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THE PERSIAN RUGS (formerly The Moops) are one of the most exciting
of today's pop combos to emerge from the teen scene. They're fab!
Theyıre gear! They're here! The rugs (as their fans refer to them)
play a swinging style that is now. The cutting edge of fashionable,
60s psychedelic pop dance. The price is right the cost of one
admission is your mind! The Persian Rugs are Rick Grossman (bass),
Mark Kingsmill (drums), Brad Shepherd (guitar) and Dave Faulkner
(farfisa, guitar and vocals).
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With a hybrid of strong dynamics, subtle experimentation and
an ever-present classic sense of melody, BLUEBOTTLE KISS attract
a highly loyal following in Australia, they take the HOMEBAKE
stage with a heightened intensity as a four piece.
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DECODER RING take influence from the 70s (Neu, Kraftwerk, Pink
Floyd, Miles Davis, Television and dubious disco), the members
of various Sydney bands have created an instrumental repertoire
that has been described as "romantic, hypnotic and positive".
We welcome Decoder Ring to the HOMEBAKE bill this year.
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THE HIVE are well known to the local music scene and recently
performed a guest spot with international act Nitin Sawhney, they'll
deliver their eclectic style of the fusion of drum and bass, funk
and house at HOMEBAKE this year.
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New Hip Hop style act THE PEDESTRIANZ will deliver their unique
sample based vinyl mayhem creating a sound built from record crates
garnered from Op shops across country.
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Joining our amazing array of electronic acts will be the first
of our (in)famous DJ's - that's right, in amongst the various
musical styles featured at Homebake, you'll also be able to catch
both the almighty beXta and long standing respected
DJ, Stephen Allkins aka [Love] Tattoo spinning the
discs.
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Yet more DJs - SAMUEL JACKSON, DECLAN LEE and PERIL
will be sure to get you movin' and groovin' with their individual
wicked beats and disc spinning talent.
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It's a huge line up. Homebake 2001 is chock full of the hottest
musical talent Australia has to offer and it's still the best
value for money festival in town at only $55.00
+ booking fee (extra changes apply via Ticketek).
You Am I, Something For Kate, 28 Days, Shihad, Gerling, Augie
March and Superheist photos by Stephen
Booth
Primary photo by Belinda
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