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Thursday 2 Jul
PRIVATE FUNCTION
The Basement is closed for a private function tonight.
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Friday 3 Jul
*CANCELLED* WENDY MATTHEWS - 'Making Believe - A Tribute to Emmylou Harris'
THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CONTACT THE BASEMENT FOR TICKET REFUNDS ON 02 9251 2797.

Wendy Matthews covers one of her all time favourite singers Emmylou Harris in a one-off concert at The Basement. Wendy has been a fan of Emmylou's for years and finally gets the chance to sing her favourite songs live at one of her favorite Sydney venues.
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Friday 3 Jul
JAMES MORRISON : MOTOWN SPECIAL with Emma Pask & Glen Cunningham
James Morrison presents authentic and definitive arrangements of classic Motown songs, the music that came to be known as The Motown Sound, a style of soul music with distinctive characteristics reproduced faithfully the best musicians Australia has to offer.
Glen Cunningham and Emma Pask, perform duets including, 'Why Do Fools Fall in Love', 'You Are the Sunshine of My Life', and a selection of the other great Motown hits.
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Saturday 4 Jul
DOUG WILLIAMS INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECTACULAR
Be prepared for a night of Australia's best Soul, Funk, Hip Hop and R&B! The exclusive show will also feature Doug's gorgeous daughter, Tiaan Williams (with new single 'Gonna Be on Top' from Australia's Next Top Model), and his band, The Mix, including Sunil De Silva, Sam McNally, Jimmy Roach and John Adams. And special guest DJ, Nacho Pop (So You Think You Can Dance).
Doug's iTunes single \"Pieces of Peace\" now available.
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Saturday 4 Jul
LATE & LIVE featuring The Leanne Paris Band - MIDNIGHT TIL LATE
Inspired by the days (or early mornings) at Round Midnight, Springfields etc, The Basement will now be home to a late night musicians jam on Saturday nights hosted by Leanne Paris, a simmering cauldron that directs her tight band through a thrilling range of styles with an unrivalled groove to everything she points her Fender Rhodes piano at. Late & Live will kick off after midnight, once the regular Saturday performance is finished. The idea behind Late & Live is to provide a friendly atmosphere for musicians and music lovers to get together after gigs and see some great live music.
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Tuesday 7 Jul
SONGSALIVE! Singer-Songwriters Showcase
A special showcase night featuring a selection of the brilliant finalists from the recently held Songsalive! Singer-Songwriter Contest. They are some of the most gifted singer-songwriters in Sydney, and they are coming to the Basement to show you how great they are! Hosted by the Contest organizer, Russell Neal, and starring Sarah Bird, George Sich, Naomi Crain, Karl-Christoph Paul and Sam Francis.
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Wednesday 8 Jul
KHAN MANUEL
With the recent endorsement from global guitar giants Ibanez, Internationally renowned guitarist Khan Manuel comes to The Basement to entertain with dazzling guitar playing. Performing songs from the critically acclaimed debut album The Knight, witness first class guitar playing in styles ranging from Rock, Blues, Jazz, Metal, Fusion and even a touch of Spanish flamenco.
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Thursday 9 Jul
THE SPIRIT OF AFRO BEAT - A TRIBUTE TO FELA KUTI feat. Afro Moses + The Strides *8.30PM START*
Following their highly acclaimed support gig for afro-beat legend Tony Allen, The Strides and Afro Moses will re-unite at The Basement tonight to pay homage to the great Fela Kuti. This special night will welcome back to Australia the one and only Afro Moses, direct from a tour of Africa. Moses is internationally renowned as a singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and teacher of African rhythms. He has toured extensively throughout the world and received many awards internationally for his music, which is a fusion of Reggae, Afrobeat, Funk, Raga, and more.
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Friday 10 Jul
NATHAN FOLEY BAND
Nathan Foley knew he would be a performer from age 5. From his first performance at a shopping mall talent quest, to touring the world with the global meteor known as Hi-5, he has spent 20 years on our stages and screens performing in hundreds of concerts and special events - an enormous growth curve polishing the diamond talent within.
In various guises, although predominantly with Hi-5, Foley has garnered three Logies, five ARIA awards and picked up MO, Helpmann and ACE awards along the way.
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Saturday 11 Jul
SOUL SACRIFICE - A LATIN ROCK EXPERIENCE - Celebrating the Music of Carlos Santana
A true pioneer of his craft, Carlos Santana has remained at the forefront of the international music industry for over four decades. This multi Grammy Award winning artist has shaped a new concept of music by blending many styles and genres from a multitude of sources. His instantly identifiable blend of Latin, salsa, blues, rock, and Afro-Cuban styles has changed the face of music forever and continues to influence a whole new generation of music lovers.

Acknowledged as one of the greatest guitarists in history, the music of this living legend comes to life through Australia's leading rock and Latin musicians. This special presentation will feature members of Australia's no 1 Afro-Latin orchestra 'Son Veneno', alongside rock icons such as Eric Aranda, Marty Love, Marty Hailey and Tony Manovski.

This all-star line up will also feature internationally re-known vocalists Carlos Velazquez and Javier De Angeles.

Performing all the hits and spanning a remarkable career, don't miss this amazing and powerful one off performance!
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Saturday 11 Jul
LATE & LIVE featuring Professor Groove and the Booty Affair - MIDNIGHT TIL LATE
Inspired by the days (or early mornings) at Round Midnight, Springfields etc, The Basement will now be home to a late night musicians jam on Saturday nights hosted by Professor Groove and the Booty Affair. Late & Live will kick off after midnight, once the regular Saturday performance is finished. The idea behind Late & Live is to provide a friendly atmosphere for musicians and music lovers to get together after gigs and see some great live music.
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Monday 13 Jul
MY GOODNESS MCGUINESS + Tom O'Halloran Trio
For the first time anywhere, Sydney trombone master Lucian McGuiness is launching his new project My Goodness McGuiness with friends the Tom OHalloran trio at The Basement Monday July 13.
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Tuesday 14 Jul
ACOUSTIC CARAVAN feat. The Delroys + Katy Wren + Roz Chia *8:30 PM START*
This is an acoustic caravan 'Cream of the Crop' event. Each one of these acts is a performer that has been recognised in the industry by critics and audiences alike. The Delroys featuring Bernie Hayes is a reggae band that have a distinguished role call and have many years of playing experience behind them. This will be an exciting event for the Delroys who will make you want to dance. Katy Wren brings her artistic vision to the basement with some wonderully delicate songs and vocals. Roz Chia is also supporting and she recently played at the Taronga Zoo series to great reports. Host Rooney West will be down here on the night representing the Acoustic Caravan. Why not join our mailing list when you arrive at the club!
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Wednesday 15 Jul
STORMCELLAR SPACEJUNK EP LAUNCH featuring Midnight Ramblers + guest Space Speaker Anthony Wicht
With NASA finally paying Australia for littering WA with fallen space debris, Stormcellar are proud to release their all-analogue SPACEJUNK EP, recorded on vintage gear by vintage engineers from the days of the Sputnik.

The night will feature a double header with Michelle Van der Meer and the Midnight Ramblers and Stormcellar PLUS the Deep Space Stylings of Ron Knob and an introduction to the perils of Spacejunk from special guest speaker Anthony Wicht from the National Space Society of Australia.
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Thursday 16 Jul
VINCE JONES
If there was one voice in Australian jazz more recognised than any other, it would be that of Vince Jones. Our leading vocalist, interpreter, trumpet player and composer has entertained and informed us for decades with his ever-evolving elite group of musicians. From his earlier be-bop inspired shows and recordings, to his affair with rhythm and blues and contemporary jazz interpretations, his soundtrack as an element of the Australian jazz lexicon is assured. Jones now, is in fine, full-circle form.
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Friday 17 Jul
CCEntertainment presents The 5th Annual BEGGARS BANQUET - A Celebration of The Rolling Stones
On sale 10am Tuesday 26 May.

As part of their Classic Rock Concert Series, CCEntertainment proudly announce the 5th annual \"Beggars Banquet\", which follows the exceptional Pink Floyd shows at the club in May. The Stones were introduced as \"the greatest rock 'n' roll band in the world\" on their 1969 US tour, a tag that rings true 40 years on! To pay homage, a world class line-up of guest vocalists - Simon Meli (ooh la la), Steve Balbi (Noiseworks), Paula Baxter (UK), Spencer Jones, Ngaiire and Yolanda Thomas - has been assembled and they will backed by a superb nine piece band, including brass section, under the musical direction of Joseph Calderazzo. Visuals will be provided by Pixel Vision. Classics such as Satisfaction, Angie, Brown Sugar, Jumpin' Jack Flash, Gimme Shelter, Ruby Tuesday and many more will reworked. The night is sure to sell out so be quick as it's only rock 'n' roll but you're guaranteed to like it!
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Saturday 18 Jul
LATIN FEVER! A Night of Latin Music Celebration with Sydney All Stars Band feat. Gustavo Sereijo & Wilson Orozco + DJ Angel Montoya + Victor Valdez
Come celebrate Latin Music in true Latin American style! Experience the best Latin beats with the astounding Sydney All Stars Band & Guests at The Basement next July 18th! Renowned band leader Gustavo Sereijo will share stage with ex Sonora Galaxia singer Wilson Orozco, undoubtedly one of the best Colombian vocalists in Australia. Together they will craft an unforgettable Latin Music Celebration Night! \"Cachondea\", \"Cali Rumba\", \"Oiga-Mire-Vea\", and \"Torero\" will be just some of the classic themes that you will enjoy on a night to remember. As part of this great celebration Colombian DJ Angel Montoya, the Latin music specialist from 107.3 Latinos FM, will play his amazing tropical rhythms. To close a fantastic Latin flavored evening nothing better than a good set of Rancheras, celebrated Victor Valdez will bring his fabulous Mexican classics on stage; you can't miss his prodigious Arp playing talent! So be ready to say it loud on a special night: VIVA THE LATIN MUSIC!
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Saturday 18 Jul
LATE & LIVE Continental Blues Party - MIDNIGHT TIL LATE
Inspired by the days (or early mornings) at Round Midnight, Springfields etc, The Basement will now be home to a late night musicians jam on Saturday nights featuring the Continental Blues Party. Late & Live will kick off after midnight, once the regular Saturday performance is finished. The idea behind Late & Live is to provide a friendly atmosphere for musicians and music lovers to get together after gigs and see some great live music.
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Monday 20 Jul
ACOUSTIC CARAVAN feat. Matt Ralph Band + Molly Contogeorge + Justine Martin + Roger Lock *8:30PM START*
Singersongwriterguitarist Matt Ralph brings his band to the Basement for this special performance. Having recently returned from a tour in Western Australia, the band features Simon Rippingale on bass, Jacob Cook on drums, Stephen Ralph on violin and Lenni Munro on backing vocals. Supports on the night include the folk styled Justine Martin, the award winning Molly Contogeorge and young guitar picking Roger Lock who will all be playing short half hour sets. Host for the night will be Acoustic Caravan's Rooney West.
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Tuesday 21 Jul
CLINT CRIGHTON & MIKE CLIFFORD (USA) + Aaron Lyon + Jules Crighton
Clint Crighton is back in Australia promoting the release of his latest EP \"The April EP\". Primarily based in the USA, this will be his last show in Sydney before returning. His songs are his canvas, life is his inspiration, his guitar and voice - his brush and colours. Clifford draws inspiration from artists across the musical spectrum, including Van Morrison, Sam Cooke, Jeff Buckley, and Paul Simon. He has recently performed support shows for Counting Crows and performed at ACER arena's \"total concert experience\" for The Who and Coldplay aswell as performing at the East coast Blues & Roots festival.
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Wednesday 22 Jul
JUNGLEHAMMER with special guest IOTA
Keyboard players James Guiney and Lindsay Page are proud to be performing a sneak preview of their 3rd Junglehammer album where they are once again collaborating with master songsmith iOTA. Having just hung up the stilettos from his role as Frankenfurter in The Rocky Horror Show, iOTA and Junglehammer will be showcasing their new material and favourite songs from their acclaimed 2nd album Strange Fascination. This is another rare opportunity to see this production team and their stellar band create some smooth and sophisticated underground grooves.
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Thursday 23 Jul
KERE BUCHANAN 'Starting Over' Album Launch with special guests Steve Clisby & Bill Risby
To fans of Tina Arena, Marcia Hines, The Bodacious Cowboys and Kerosene, Kere Buchanan is known as a drummer of impeccable professionalism. His peers explain his passion for the music industry as bordering on brutal.

However, unknown to many, Buchanan is an enormously talented producer & arranger, writer and pianist. Colleagues have been aware for decades that Buchanan illustrates perfectly the attributes of the well-rounded musician, but most of all he is considered an accomplished overall \"ARTIST\".

His new album 'Starting Over' is aptly named as he introduces his audience to a new phase of his career they might not have been entirely expecting. His collaboration with the towering talents of people like Steve Clisby, Geoff Robertson, Glenn Bidmead, Michelle Martinez and Kimi Tupaea, provides a sublime edge to the R&B, Jazz, Blues genre that such a vocal line-up would suggest.
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Friday 24 Jul
THE RAY MANN THREE - 'Opa Opa Tour' with guests Ngaiire + Leroy Lee
Over the first 6 months of 2009, The Ray Mann Three has released three singles, each with three tracks, exclusively through iTunes. The third and final single, \"Opa Opa\", is available exclusively through iTunes from Monday 23 June. Single 1, \"Smile\", saw the band play a month of shows in Melbourne. Single 2, \"Hook Me Up\", was launched to a sell out Sydney crowd and was Indie Clip of the Week on Rage ABC TV. Single 3, \"Opa Opa\", is the final Single to be released - and to celebrate, The Ray Mann Three is embarking on a national tour!

The single contains the album version of the track as well as two B-Sides: a live show recording (including extended jam), and a remix of album track \"Feels So Good\" by Jamie Lloyd. The Ray Mann Three will launching \"Opa Opa\" across the country throughout July with local guests. It's the band's biggest scale tour to date, and their first national run since their sold-out album launch and 30-date album tour in Spring 2008.
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Saturday 25 Jul
MIDAS TOUCH - A Salute to 80s Funk BACK BY DEMAND!
Sydney! You asked for it and its back again by popular demand. Some of Sydneys finest musicians, headed by the highly celebrated Music Director Michael Dolce, will perform over 2 hours of finest 80s FUNKclassics from the masters such as The Mac Band, Debarge, Johnny Kemp, Earth Wind & Fire, Rick James, Luther Vandross, Midnight Star, The Whispers and many more.
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Saturday 25 Jul
LATE & LIVE featuring Clayton Doley's Organ Donors - MIDNIGHT TIL LATE
Inspired by the days (or early mornings) at Round Midnight, Springfields etc, The Basement will now be home to a late night musicians jam on Saturday nights hosted by Clayton Doley's Organ Donors. Late & Live will kick off after midnight, once the regular Saturday performance is finished and will be in dancefloor mode. The idea behind Late & Live is to provide a friendly atmosphere for musicians and music lovers to get together after gigs and see some great live music. The Organ Donors features Clayton Doley (The Hands, The Mighty Reapers), Jak Housden (The Badloves, The Whitlams) and Dave Hibbard (Jade MacRae, Tim Freedman) as well as a selection of surprise special guests who will be dropping in.
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Monday 27 Jul
ARMONDO HURLEY
You think you know what you're gonna see? You think you know what you're gonna hear? Think again. THIS IS BLACK ROCK. Where a powerhouse vocalist meets a powerhouse Rock Band. A Rock show like no other featuring Armondo Hurley and the HardCore Band.
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Tuesday 28 Jul
LOW FLYING HIPPIES - Debut Album Launch + mcArtney *8:30 PM START*
With a unique blend of earthy Australian rock, jazz and world music and lyrics that speak directly to the soul, Low Flying Hippies are set to take on the world with their debut album Adventure Before Dementia.
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Wednesday 29 Jul
BENNIE JAMES & THE HESITANT FEW with Brendan Maclean + The Pennys
Still on a high from the release of their debut EP, 'Laugh!Jump!Cry!Love', this band has shared the stage with 'The Whitlams', and enjoyed airplay on national radio stations including Triple J. Their sound is often likened to Paul McCartney or Ben Folds. Having played venues around the state, such as the Vanguard, the Supper Club, the Hopetoun, the Greenroom in Canberra, the Heritage Hotel & Newcastle & Wollongong Unibars, their Indie Rock Pop sound is full of hooks (Zan Rowe, Triple J).
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Thursday 30 Jul
SHANNON NOLL 'In The Raw' - In Conversation & Acoustic
ON SALE FRIDAY 8TH MAY at 10AM.

Due to the fabulous response received for his In The Raw, \"In Conversation & Acoustic\" tour over the last few months, Shannon Noll is pleased to announce the tour will roll out nationally through the second half of 2009.

Fans have enthusiastically embraced the intimate, two hour show, which is composed of three parts an initial set of acoustic covers handpicked by Shannon, a question and answer session on stage with host Nick Bennett, which allows fans to throw questions at Shannon for his response, and a final set featuring acoustic variations of Shannon's much-loved hits plus songs from his repertoire that are his own personal favourites.

In The Raw, \"In Conversation & Acoustic\" has toured through NSW over the past eight weeks, prompting rave reviews from all who have attended.
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Friday 31 Jul
FOURPLAY String Quartet 'Fourthcoming' Album Launch
In late 2006, the four members of FourPlay String Quartet gathered in Hobart, Tasmania, where viola player Tim was living at the time. Set up in the living room of a rented house with looping pedals, effects pedals and recording equipment, they jammed for days on end, and after two weeks devoted to creating new repertoire, the results of their creative efforts were even better than they had hoped: a wide-ranging selection of covers and a number of innovative group compositions the embryo of a new album.
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Saturday 1 Aug
FOURPLAY String Quartet 'Fourthcoming' Album Launch
In late 2006, the four members of FourPlay String Quartet gathered in Hobart, Tasmania, where viola player Tim was living at the time. Set up in the living room of a rented house with looping pedals, effects pedals and recording equipment, they jammed for days on end, and after two weeks devoted to creating new repertoire, the results of their creative efforts were even better than they had hoped: a wide-ranging selection of covers and a number of innovative group compositions the embryo of a new album.
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Monday 3 Aug
ADRIAN CUNNINGHAM with Ingrid James
New York based Sydney saxophonist Adrian Cunningham has been bouncing between the two cities for 18 months now, but this time hes back bringing Brisbane songstress Ingrid James for a special performance tonight at the Basement.
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Wednesday 5 Aug
STEVE MORRISON - Album Launch
Steve Morrison and his jazz ensemble delivered an exhilarating set at the Basement in May and will return in August to launch Steve's third album and his first live record. Joining Steve on stage will be Richard Maegraith, Steve Ley, Hugh Barret, Mike Hammond, Con Campbell and Tim Rollins, as well as consummate entertainer, Jeff Duff. The show promises a great night of jazz classics, classy jazz, fun grooves and a few surprises!
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Friday 7 Aug
MARK SEYMOUR + Jackie Bristow
Mark Seymour is internationally regarded as one of Australia's best singer-songwriters. Since making his name as the lead singer of Hunters & Collectors, Mark has enjoyed a stellar career as a singer and acoustic guitarist. He's also composed film scores, written and performed music for theatrical productions and acted. In 2008 Mark wrote & released a novel, 'Thirteen Tonne Theory', a loose collection of stories, observations and exploits from his 18 years with Hunters & Collectors and subsequent career as a solo musician.
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Saturday 8 Aug
A NIGHT AT THE JAZZ ROOMS with Cookin' on 3 Burners feat Kylie Auldist + Deep Street Soul + DJ Russ Dewbury plus special guest Blair Stafford (Straight Up)
Following on from our first 5 sell out shows, experience the flavour of one of the worlds most legendary club sessions as the Jazz Rooms comes to The Basement, Sydney!

In a musical career spanning 23 years UK Dj Russ Dewbury founder of the Brighton Jazz Rooms has achieved a reputation as one of the best DJs on the worldwide music circuit. Working with everyone from Art Blakey to The Roots Russ is also well known for his Jazz Bop live festival, New Jazz Spectrum Radio show and many Record compilations and productions.

Russ has now relocated to Sydney bringing with him a club concept that is much celebrated by the underground music community running consecutively for over 21 years in the UK and featuring all over the globe. 'A Night at the Jazz Rooms' is a fresh live & DJ event with Jazz at its core now fully resident at Sydney's classic venue The Basement.

Expect a dynamic mix of Jazz-Soul-Funk-Afro-Latin brought to you by resident DJ and host Russ Dewbury and featuring some of the heaviest International and homegrown live acts and DJs around!


This Second show of 09 features 2 of the most in demand bands south of the equator!

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Sunday 9 Aug
THE LEGENDARY FRED WESLEY (USA)
Niche Productions proudly presents the legendary Trombonist Fred Wesley! Fresh from the Luxembourg Jazz Festival and with his six piece band, be prepared for a House Party like no other!
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Tuesday 11 Aug
THE IDEA OF NORTH *8.30PM START*
The Idea of North are back at the Basement after recently returning from sell-out concerts in Germany. They appeared as special guest artists at some of Germany's finest a cappella festivals and were featured on the same bill as GRAMMY award winning artists Take 6 (USA) along with other internationally acclaimed groups.

Now back home in Sydney The Idea of North are in the studio producing a much-anticipated new album, this time in collaboration with Australia's jazz legend, James Morrison!

Come and see this award winning group as they briefly step out of the studio for a night of sublime a cappella that is \"...as near as dammit to vocal perfection\" (The Courier Mail)
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Wednesday 12 Aug
SOPHIE SERAFINO
Described as passionate and fearless, Yamaha Australia endorsed musician Sophie Serafino mixes musical styles from around the globe, telling her story through her unique high-energy show. A violinist, singer and composer, Sophie has been described by the Daily Telegraph Australia as 'inimitable', by the Sydney Morning Herald as 'refreshing' and by Penrith Press as 'one of the few who deserve the title of diva'. Sophie has performed world-wide with her unique blend of music mixing world music with rock, dance, some Middle Eastern influence and classically inspired strings. Sophie and her band will perform tracks from her forthcoming album. This show is the group's only performance in Sydney on their Australian tour this month.
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Thursday 13 Aug
DRAGON 'Happy I Am' Album Launch
Legendary Australasian band Dragon are launching an album of new songs at The Basement tonight. Following their sell-out 30th Anniversary show at the Sydney Entertainment Centre in early April, Dragon are set to return to Sydney to launch their new album 'Happy I Am'.

Recorded in and around Sydney, 'Happy I Am' joins the recent releases - 'Remembers, Live' (2008), 'Live in Melbourne' (1989) and 'Live in the '70s', all on the growing Ozmo Records catalogue and features artwork by long-time Dragon collaborator, Scott James Smith.

The new album features songs already well known to live Dragon fans such as 'Happy I Am' and 'Find My Way Home' together with 'God of Small Things', 'On the Road and Home', all of which will feature in the Dragon set for many years to come.
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Friday 14 Aug
THE HANDS featuring The Hi-Fi-Doley-T Horns
The Hands are back at The Basement! Tonight's show will feature a brand new horn section joining The Hands on stage AND the boys will be debuting brand new songs! Stage tuned for more info.
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Thursday 20 Aug
THE AUDREYS
\"We're happy to bring you all some big news from Camp Audreys. Our entire back catalogue - all two albums! - is coming out on limited edition gate-fold vinyl. Not since Taasha tenderly unwrapped her deluxe edition of Michael Jackson's Thriller in 1985 and Tristan discovered his Dad's secret stash of Creedence records in the back shed, have we been so excited! Rejoice, audiophiles, dust off the old bang & olufsen and settle into your favourite armchair as The Audreys go analogue.\"
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Friday 21 Aug
Access all Eras presents A TRIBUTE TO WOODSTOCK
This August is the 40th anniversary to Woodstock, the event that changed the music world. The show will feature hits from Creedence, Hendrix, Jo Cocker, Santana and many more. So put on your '60s clothes and get into the spirit of a very special event. Featuring Rex Goh, Lloyd G, Steve Bull, Clare O'Meara, Floyd Vincent, Damien Lovelock, Raoul Graf & more artists to be announced!
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Sunday 23 Aug
LEZ KARSKI and friends feat. Bridie King + Alan Britton + Shane Pacey + Rob Hirst *SPECIAL AFTERNOON SHOW! 3PM-7PM*
Now living in Albany in Western Australia, singer, songwriter and guitarist Lez Karski returns to Sydney for one very special show, reuniting with some of the great musicians he played with from 1979 through until 1992 recalling the halcyon days of such legendary combos as The Hippos and the Bondi Cigars. Les will be joined by former compatriots Bridie King (piano), Alan Britton (bass) and Shane Pacey (guitar) as well as the talents of former Midnight Oil and Backsliders drummer Rob Hirst.
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Thursday 27 Aug
ALAMODE featuring MICHELLE MARTINEZ + Casey Golden Trio + Special Guests
Alamode are back at the Basement for the first time in 2009, debuting new material from their upcoming second album, new tunes, big grooves, funk and soul all with virtuosic execution! Influenced by everything from Joshua Redman & Jamiroquai to Stevie Wonder and the Roots, Alamode is a powerhouse mixture of live Funk and Soul, Hip Hop and Jazz.
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Wednesday 2 Sep
LULO REINHARDT AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2009
Dont miss the one and only Show of Gypsy guitar legend Lulo Reinhardt direct from Europe with his 6 piece band. German born Lulo Reinhardt, \"One of Europes finest Gypsy Guitarists from one of the most famous Gypsy families..\"
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Friday 4 Sep
THE CARIBBEAN LION feat. Caribbean Soul + The Panama Embassy + Pochoman
The Caribbean Lion will roar in Sydney on Friday 4th of September! Come and enjoy the finest West Indies rhythms with Caribbean Soul, the best Soca - Reggae band in town! Shake your body and lift your spirit with its vibrant and captivating beats; Celebrated Trinidad and Tobagos born Errol H. Renaud is the leader of this enthralling ensemble that will deliver the full flavor of the Caribbean in a night destined to take you to the lands where the Ragga lion roars! Then, direct from Central America, Reggaeton will be a privileged guest with The Panama Embassy; Mario Gordon and his sensuous sets will make you feel the intensity and cadence of the rhythm that has taken the world by storm! And to add even more spice and taste to this fabulous Caribbean Rhythms Night, renowned Cuban artist Pochoman will delight the audience with his exciting music and powerful stage presence. The Caribbean Lion Roaring the Basement, dont miss out!
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Saturday 12 Sep
JORDAN MILLAR & THE QUESTION
\"If you're a fan of John Mayer or Jason Mraz, then you're going to love Jordan Millar & The Question.\" (Channel 7 Morning Show)......

\"A perfect example of blending exceptional musicianship with first class, intelligent song-writing...One of the best pop-rock albums to come out of Australia in 2008!\" (Anton Hagop)......

\"Just plain good, well written, intelligent songs.\" - (Tim Cox, ABC Radio)
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Tuesday 15 Sep
JONAH & THE WAILERS + The Elementals
Film composer Ian Laurence presents Sydneys two best acappella choirs in the traditional African American Gospel genre: JONAH & THE WAILERS, the big 50 voice choir, and THE ELEMENTALS, (20 voices ALL soloists!)
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Friday 18 Sep
JAMES REYNE
James Reyne is one of Australia's most loved singer songwriters. James led the seminal Australian Crawl to the top of the Australian music scene. With his prolific songwriting and unique vocal style, James Reyne continued to chart the musical path he initiated in the last stages of his former band's career, achieving further success with his solo career, releasing 9 solo albums to date.

James hasn't kept himself entirely in the studio or at live venues; his other projects have included hosting Dig TV for ABC 2, acting and some interview & hosting for various Foxtel VH1 specials. James recordings also feature on two Children's books (Mr Froggy Went A Courtin' and Save The Bones For Henry Jones). Currently James is working on a new recording tentatively due out in late 2009.

James' song-writing coupled with his idiosyncratic vocal style, has enabled James to transcend the disposability of music industry fashion and carve his place in the musical landscape of Australia.
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Monday 28 Sep
VINCE JONES + MIGUEL
ON SALE 10AM WED 8 JULY.

One of Australia's most influential and highly respected jazz artists, Vince Jones is supported by Brisbane-based 9 piece '50s Swing & Latin ensemble Miguel in an an East Coast tour.
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Thursday 8 Oct
The PIANO SHAKIN' DADDIES, whippin' up some Mothbox Quakin' Mayhem feat. PUGSLEY BUZZARD (AUS) and BOB MALONE (USA)
Piano player and singer Pugsley Buzzards performances draw inspiration from a wide variety of piano based music ranging from Harlem Stride, New Orleans Funk, Swampshack Jazz, Barrelhouse Blues to Modern Improvisations. Pugsleys sound has been compared to Fats Waller, Tom Waits, Captain Beefheart and Professor Longhair. Hear songs from \" Chicago Typewriter \" along with many others from Pugsleys eclectic repertoire ranging from Honky Tonk to New Orleans Funk.
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Monday 12 Oct
MARK GUILIANA & SEAN WAYLAND GROUP (New York) featuring JAMES MULLER & BRETT HIRST
Fresh from sold out shows at top New York venues and writing a hit song for Madeleine Peyroux 'Somethin' Grand' (Bare Bones CD), keyboardist & composer Sean Wayland will tour Australia in October with NY creative groove drumming sensation Mark Guiliana (Meshell Ndegeocello). Sean and Mark will tour with Australian friends James Muller and Brett Hirst to perform music from his new internationally acclaimed CD 'Pistachio' which also features James Muller. 'Pistachio' was recorded in New York with Keith Carlock, Tim Lefebvre and Adam Rogers and is available now. See www.seanwayland.com for details.
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Sunday 8 Nov
A NIGHT WITH THE BREWSTER BROTHERS - 8 PM START
John & Rick Brewster from The Angels team up with the multi talented Paul
Robert Burton (from the Shuffle Kings and Milky Bar Kids) to perform hits
from their new album 'Wounded Healer'. The night will also see the
Moonshine Jug & String Band with Spencer Tregolan as a double bill. Special
guests will join both bands. Come and celebrate John's 60th Birthday!
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Thursday 19 Nov
WENDY MATTHEWS - 'Making Believe - A Tribute to Emmylou Harris'
Wendy Matthews covers one of her all time favourite singers Emmylou Harris in a one-off concert at The Basement. Wendy has been a fan of Emmylou's for years and finally gets the chance to sing her favourite songs live at one of her favourite Sydney venues.
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Thursday 11 Feb
DIESEL - UNDER THE INFLUENCE Series 2
Following sold out shows in 2009, Diesel will embark on series 2 of Under the Influence. Utilising the same theme, he will take to the stage honoring other prominent artists who have left a footprint on his artistry.
This time showcasing the talents of Al Green, Bob Dylan and the 3 Kings (B.B, Albert & Freddie), Diesel will expose more vocal, song writing and guitar influences, and then connect these artists with the infusion of his own songs.
Joining Diesel onstage will be his core band - Richie Vez and Lee Moloney, alongside a section of horns and the amazing vocals of Carmen Smith and Lily Lizotte. Under the Influence - series 2 will be a revelation of the music that is Diesel.
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