October 2010

October 1st, 2010
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Kate Cebrano talks about AIMS 2010

The lovely Kate Cebrano dropped in to tell us about this year's Australian International Music Show (AIMS) on this weekend at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.

She'll be taking a singing workshop and gave us some tips on how to teach.

The event features heaps of music clinics, gigs and Q&A panels with Australian and international artists.

Book online now through Moshtix OR call on 1300 GET TIX (438 849).

Find out more about AIMS 2010 at www.aimshow.com.au or click here to view the Program Guide.

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October 4th, 2010
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Scott Carne from 'Kids In The Kitchen'

Lead vocals from Kids In The Kitchen Scott Carne dropped in to talk about his upcoming national tour with Absolutely 80's.

He's performing with crowd favourites like Scott Carne, Brian Mannix, Dale Ryder, James Freud and Sean Kelly, backed by an all-star 80's band including members of Boom Crash Opera, The Sharp, Big Pig and The Black Sorrows.

VICTORIA
- Friday 15th October, Gateway Hotel, Geelong
- Saturday 16th October, Chelsea Heights Hotel
- Friday 29th October, Wheelers Hill Hotel
- Saturday 30th October, Furlan Club, Thornbury
- Monday 1st November, Dorset Gardens Hotel, Croydon
- Friday 5th November, York On Lilydale Tavern
- Saturday 6th November, Burvale Hotel, Nunawading

QUEENSLAND
- Friday 10th December, Fitzy's Hotel, Waterford
- Saturday 11th December, Wallaby Hotel, Mudgeeraba

NEW SOUTH WALES
- Friday 25th February, Mounties, Mt. Prichard
- Friday 26th February, Norths, Cammeray

Find out more on Facebook or at www.myspace.com/absolutely80sband.

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October 5th, 2010
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Wendy Matthews

We pulled up a third chair for songbird Wendy Matthews who popped in to tell us about the 2010 ARIA nominees & Hall Of Fame inductees.

Wendy's also performing on Friday 26th November at the State Theatre in Sydney.

Tickets available through Ticketmaster or call 136 100. For more tour dates visit www.wendymatthews.com.au.

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October 6th, 2010
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Marcia Sings Tapestry

Marcia Hines has just released a new album, Marcia Sings Tapestry - a tribute album to Carole King.

She visited us to tell us all about the album, the time she called us at another radio station and reminisced her time at Woodstock.

Catch Marcia touring on the following dates:
- Saturday 20th November, Regent Theatre, Melbourne
- Saturday 4th December, State Theatre, Sydney

More info at her website www.marciahines.com.au

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October 8th, 2010
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Jono in the 80's on Wonder World!

Remember this? A story from Wonder World with superstar skater Malcolm Johnson back in the 1980's.

October 8th, 2010
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Karl Stefanovic talks Bieber

Today we decided to give Channel Nine's Karl Stefanovic a call.

He had nothing but 'good things' to say about Justin Bieber's fringe, after our Worst Joke Wednesday was pretty much flooded with 'How do you make Justin Bieber cry?' jokes.

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October 11th, 2010
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Wayne Gardner vs. Jono: The Race

Motorcycle champion Wayne Gardner came in for a chat - but we decided to challenge him in a scooter race!

All was going well until Wayne stacked it, leaving the title to Jono!

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October 12th, 2010
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Scared Weird Little Guys: Enough Already!

Rusty & John... otherwise known as the Scared Weird Little Guys came in to tell us about their farewell tour, Enough Already. And luckily they also brought their guitar!

Have a listen to their unreal mash-up of the Neighbours theme to the tune of the Home & Away theme.

For a list of tour dates & to leave a farewell message visit www.swlg.com.au

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October 12th, 2010
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Dano's old Maggi ad

The other day we found an oldie with Jono... now it's Dano's turn!

Have a look at this old TV commercial.

October 13th, 2010
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Daryl Somers: Hey Hey It's [on a] Saturday!

Channel Nine's Daryl Somers came in to tell us about Hey Hey It's Saturday finally returning to Saturday nights!

He also wanted to stress that just because the current studios are to be turned into condos, that the show is still safe.

Hey Hey It's Saturday returns this Saturday 7:30pm on Channel Nine.

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October 15th, 2010
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Ally Fowler

She has appeared in shows such as Sons And Daughters, Neighbours and All Saints. She was also part of The Chantoozies and is on tour as part of Absolutely 80's. She is Ally Fowler and you listen again to her chat with us below!

Find out more on Facebook or at www.myspace.com/absolutely80sband.

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October 15th, 2010
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Sound effects genius Michael Winslow

Funny man Michael Winslow from Police Academy & Spaceballs flew by the studio to share some of his freakishly amazing sound effects. You have to hear this chat again!

You can catch Michael at the following venues:
- Sunday 17th October, The Basement, Sydney
- Thursday 21st October, C-Ex, Coffs Harbour
- Saturday 23rd October, Lizottes, Newcastle
- Monday 25th October, Octagon Theatre, Perth
- Friday 29th October, Darwin Entertainment Centre, Darwin

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October 15th, 2010
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Hey Hey it's John Blackman

All this week we've had Hey Hey It's Saturday fever! So to top things off we caught up with John Blackman to talk about the show's final return to its home of Saturday night.

Hey Hey It's Saturday returns this Saturday night, 7:30pm on Channel Nine.

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October 18th, 2010
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Paul Kelly drops by with his gee-tar

Today on the show we were joined by music royalty Paul Kelly and we also managed to rope him into performing an acoustic version of one of his biggest hits! Listen back below: 

 

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October 19th, 2010
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Neil Perry Interview

Today on the show we caught up with celeb chef Neil Perry to chat about his latest role as a judge on Iron Chef Australia. If you missed out on the chat- we've plated it up for you below: 

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October 19th, 2010
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Cop Jumps Into a Motorist Vehicle To Escape Pack of Wolves!!

Check out this video of an unsuspecting cop having to jump inside a civilians car after a pack of wolves come trotting down the highway! It looks like something out of a movie or a candid camera style show... see it for yourself: 

October 20th, 2010
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Gretel Killeen drops by the studio..

The lovely Gretel Killeen has just left the studio after dropping by to chat about her brand new book 'Jimmy and Gret Don't Do Sex'.

Whilst in studio Gretel revealed what it's like to live in her house (and it's a long way from the glamour of being a TV host). You can listen back to the chat below: 
 

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October 21st, 2010
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Australia's First Top Model- Sean Kelly

Today on the show we caught up with ARIA Hall Of Fame inductee- Models frontman Sean Kelly. If you missed our chat with Australia's first Top Model you can listen back below.

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October 22nd, 2010
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We're on a horse..

There was a swarm of ladies surrounding our studio today after we had Isaiiah Mustafa in for a chat.

You can check him out in one of his Old Spice ads below..

PLUS if you missed our chat with him- listen back below: 

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October 22nd, 2010
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Steve Kilbey from The Church

Today on the show we caught up with Steve Kilbey from The Church as he's about to be inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame.

If you missed the chat- you can listen back below: 

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October 22nd, 2010
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Ryan Reynolds the star of Buried

Today on the show we caught up with a Hollywood star that was burried in a coffin for 6 weeks.. ok.. maybe that's a slight exageration. If you missed our chat with Ryan Reynolds you can listen back below: 

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October 25th, 2010
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4 Legged Chicken!

Today on the show we were amazed at the freaky 4 legged chicken that hatched in Darwin! Here's a video of 'Drumstick' so you can see it for yourself...

October 25th, 2010
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ARIA Hall Of Fame countdown!

It's just 2 days until the ARIA Hall Of Fame awards... it's not too late to buy your tickets. Simply head to aria.com.au/pages/hall-of-fame.htm

The nights going to be full of stacks of live performances including The Church, Tina Arena and the Models! It's a night not to be missed so we'll hopefully see you there.

October 26th, 2010
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When in doubt- throw a shoe or two

Here's the classic 'shoe throwing' incident if you missed it..

October 26th, 2010
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Chrissie Hynde Snaps

Today on the show we caught up with Chrissie Hynde and her new music partner J.P Jones... but Chrissie must've woken up on the wrong side of the bed. Listen to what happens when we simply mentioned The Pretenders!

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October 26th, 2010
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Brian Wilson Tour Dates

Any minute now music icon Brian Wilson will be hitting our shores for his Aussie tour... click here for all the dates and details: brianwilson.com/tour/index.html

October 27th, 2010
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Peter Frampton hits our shores!

It's official- Peter Frampton has arrived in Australia... don't miss out on seeing him in concert. Click here for the dates and details frampton.com/live/

 

October 28th, 2010
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New Cold Chisel material!

Today on the show we were joined by Ian 'Mossy' Moss and he gave us the scoop on when to expect some new gear from Cold Chisel! Have a listen back below to find out...

 

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October 29th, 2010
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All our favourites under one roof!

Coming up on Monday's show we'll be broadcasting live from the Sidney Myer Music Bowl for the huge ‘Sounds Like Summer’ concert! The concert features legendary Beach Boy Brian Wilson, Chicago, America & Peter Frampton!

We'll definitely be catching up with Robert Lamm and Jason Scheff from Chicago and you never know who else we'll bump into in the corridors!

For more info on the gig, click here theartscentre.com.au/whats-on/event.aspx