The Black Malabar

HELLO DEAR FELLOW LOVERS OF MUSIC. At the moment as you are probably aware there are no performances at The Unorthodox Church of Groove/Black Malabar for many reasons. However there is some great music on around town - one performance being tonight 30th June at Dance of Life Studio in Broadmeadow. Be quick as limited tickets available!. See flyer for details

Come see Breaking Trad all the way from Ireland play at the last Black Malabar show on Sunday. Doors open at 6, show starts at 7. Tickets available through www.theblackmalabar.com . . . . .... . . . . #theblackmalabar #irishmusic #newcastlemusic #breakingtrad #revitalisenewcastle #renewnewcastle #newcastlelive #jig #dance #allages #lastshow
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BREAKING TRAD (IRELAND) THIS SUNDAY JANUARY 7TH IN NEWCASTLE! TICKETS ON SALE NOW!! www.trybooking.com/SJGX “Breaking Trad are reviving Irish music. With a fresh and modern twist with powerhouse tunes and exquisite vocals, they will leave you wanting more!’
Breaking Trad is made up of Dónal Murphy (Accordion), from Abbeyfeale,West Limerick, a winner of numerous All-Ireland titles on both Button Accordion and Melodeon, Niall Murphy (Fiddle) from Camlough, South Armagh, a winne...r of multiple awards including All-Ireland Senior Fiddle competition, Fiddler Of Dooney and Fiddler of Oriel, and also Mike Galvin (Guitar/Vocals) who has vast experience working in a wide range of musical styles from Rock and Roll to Irish Traditional. Between them, they have toured extensively around the world, performing at major festivals and music venues and touring with some of the biggest names in several different music genres including Four Men and a Dog, Cara Dillon, De Dannan, Dance star Michael Flatley, Bluegrass guitarist/singer Dan Tyminski (Alison Krauss and Union Station), Country legend Randy Travis and many more.Their music has been described as 'Dazzling', 'unorthodox and unique', and 'high octane'. They will be joined by the renowned singer and bodhran player Gino Lupari being their special guest, making this band even more formidable.
Doors open 6pm and show starts 7pm THE BLACK MALABAR JAN 7TH 3 TUDOR STREET, NEWCASTLE WEST
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CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS: BREAKING TRAD (IRELAND) THIS SUNDAY JANUARY 7TH IN NEWCASTLE! TICKETS ON SALE NOW!! www.trybooking.com/SJGX
“Breaking Trad are reviving Irish music. With a fresh and modern twist with powerhouse tunes and exquisite vocals, they will leave you wanting more!’
Breaking Trad is made up of Dónal Murphy (Accordion), from Abbeyfeale,West Limerick, a winner of numerous All-Ireland titles on both Button Accordion and Melodeon, Niall Murphy (Fiddle) from Camlou...gh, South Armagh, a winner of multiple awards including All-Ireland Senior Fiddle competition, Fiddler Of Dooney and Fiddler of Oriel, and also Mike Galvin (Guitar/Vocals) who has vast experience working in a wide range of musical styles from Rock and Roll to Irish Traditional. Between them, they have toured extensively around the world, performing at major festivals and music venues and touring with some of the biggest names in several different music genres including Four Men and a Dog, Cara Dillon, De Dannan, Dance star Michael Flatley, Bluegrass guitarist/singer Dan Tyminski (Alison Krauss and Union Station), Country legend Randy Travis and many more.Their music has been described as 'Dazzling', 'unorthodox and unique', and 'high octane'. They will be joined by the renowned singer and bodhran player Gino Lupari being their special guest, making this band even more formidable.
Doors open 6pm and show starts 7pm THE BLACK MALABAR JAN 7TH 3 TUDOR STREET, NEWCASTLE WEST
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TONIGHT IN NEWCASTLE!! CONCERT SERIES: GUITARRA FLAMENCA feat. PACO LARA (SPAIN) & DAMIAN WRIGHT (AUS) TIX AVAILABLE NOW!! www.trybooking.com/TEBN
Embodying the unmistakeable Jerez style of flamenco guitar playing, PACO LARA has toured Internationally alongside Maestro Paco Cepero, one of flamenco’s most legendary guitarists and composers. Paco Lara has also been at the vanguard of Flamenco Fusion with hugely sucessful groups such as El Barrio (años 2000 a 2003) y Los Delinq...üentes (años 2007 a 2011).
Apart from his skill as a formidable soloist Paco is also revered for his ability as an acompaniest in the specialised world of flamenco singing (cante). This is evident in his having recorded and/or performed with Flamenco’s most significant artists including Beni de Cádiz, Juan Moneo “El Torta”, Miguel Flores “El Capullo de Jerez”, Tomasa Guerrero “La Macanita”, Remedios Amaya, José de los Camarones, etc.
As an accompaniest to flamenco dance (Baile) Paco has participated in many European tours with famed Flamenco dancer Merecedes Ruiz from Jerez, in her concerts Dibujos en el aire, Gestos de mujer y Perspectivas. The later was awarded the “Critics Choice” at The Festival de Jerez in 2011 and this project has been represented in prestigious programs and festivals across Europe including Festival de guitarra de Córdoba, Spain (7 Julio 2012), Teatro Compac Gran Vía de Madrid, Spain (22 al 26 Agosto 2012), Bienal de Sevilla, Spain (15 de Septiembre 2012), Beziers (Francia), Casa de la Música de Moscú, Russia y S. Petesburgo, Russia (Marzo/2013).
In 2014 DAMIAN WRIGHT was invited to perform as a SOLO artist at The Rajasthan International Folk Festival, INDIA and in 2016 performed at The Shanghai Fringe Festival, CHINA. Damian's flamenco ensemble BANDALUZIA were invited to perform at the biannual Adelaide International Guitar Festival curated by Slava Grigoryan. Bandaluzia was also recently awarded "The Pick Of the Sydney Fringe" at The Sydney Fringe Festival and performed to a sold out Sydney Opera House Concert Hall as an invited artist to TEDX Sydney 2014.
"Damian Wright is a brilliant flamenco guitarist...Wright showed what a captivating solo player he is on his own "In Time", and elsewhere his articulation of complex lines was fluid and dripping with conviction" - John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald.
THIS IS AN ALL AGES ALCOHOL FREE EVENT. TIX THROUGH www.trybooking.com/TEBN Doors open 7pm Show starts 8pm Bookings close at 5pm on the day. Tickets may be purchased at the door subject to availability. No refunds or exchanges The Black Malabar reserves the right to sell unredeemed tickets after show time. Venue is 90% seated and 10% standing at full capacity Contact Details: theblackmalabar@gmail.com 0422987581
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CONCERT SERIES: GUITARRA FLAMENCA feat. PACO LARA (SPAIN) & DAMIAN WRIGHT (AUS) TIX AVAILABLE NOW!! www.trybooking.com/TEBN Embodying the unmistakeable Jerez style of flamenco guitar playing, PACO LARA has toured Internationally alongside Maestro Paco Cepero, one of flamenco’s most legendary guitarists and composers. Paco Lara has also been at the vanguard of Flamenco Fusion with hugely sucessful groups such as El Barrio (años 2000 a 2003) y Los Delinqüentes (años 2007 a 201...1).
Apart from his skill as a formidable soloist Paco is also revered for his ability as an acompaniest in the specialised world of flamenco singing (cante). This is evident in his having recorded and/or performed with Flamenco’s most significant artists including Beni de Cádiz, Juan Moneo “El Torta”, Miguel Flores “El Capullo de Jerez”, Tomasa Guerrero “La Macanita”, Remedios Amaya, José de los Camarones, etc.
As an accompaniest to flamenco dance (Baile) Paco has participated in many European tours with famed Flamenco dancer Merecedes Ruiz from Jerez, in her concerts Dibujos en el aire, Gestos de mujer y Perspectivas. The later was awarded the “Critics Choice” at The Festival de Jerez in 2011 and this project has been represented in prestigious programs and festivals across Europe including Festival de guitarra de Córdoba, Spain (7 Julio 2012), Teatro Compac Gran Vía de Madrid, Spain (22 al 26 Agosto 2012), Bienal de Sevilla, Spain (15 de Septiembre 2012), Beziers (Francia), Casa de la Música de Moscú, Russia y S. Petesburgo, Russia (Marzo/2013).
In 2014 DAMIAN WRIGHT was invited to perform as a SOLO artist at The Rajasthan International Folk Festival, INDIA and in 2016 performed at The Shanghai Fringe Festival, CHINA. Damian's flamenco ensemble BANDALUZIA were invited to perform at the biannual Adelaide International Guitar Festival curated by Slava Grigoryan. Bandaluzia was also recently awarded "The Pick Of the Sydney Fringe" at The Sydney Fringe Festival and performed to a sold out Sydney Opera House Concert Hall as an invited artist to TEDX Sydney 2014.
"Damian Wright is a brilliant flamenco guitarist...Wright showed what a captivating solo player he is on his own "In Time", and elsewhere his articulation of complex lines was fluid and dripping with conviction" - John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald.
THIS IS AN ALL AGES ALCOHOL FREE EVENT. TIX THROUGH www.trybooking.com/TEBN Doors open 7pm Show starts 8pm Bookings close at 5pm on the day. Tickets may be purchased at the door subject to availability. No refunds or exchanges The Black Malabar reserves the right to sell unredeemed tickets after show time. Venue is 90% seated and 10% standing at full capacity Contact Details: theblackmalabar@gmail.com 0422987581
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CONCERT SERIES: GUITARRA FLAMENCA feat. PACO LARA (SPAIN) & DAMIAN WRIGHT (AUS) Brilliant flamenco guitarist PACO LARA from Jerez de la frontera, Spain, together with ARIA nominated flamenco guitarist DAMIAN WRIGHT presenting a performance of flamenco guitar music as well as music by Chick Corea, Jorge Cardoso & more...the evening will also feature JAMES HAUPTMANN on percussion. TIX AVAILABLE NOW!! www.trybooking.com/TEBN
Embodying the unmistakeable Jerez style of flamenco ...
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THIS FRIDAY NIGHT IN NEWCASTLE Acclaimed Sydney-based world-roots jazz band THE VAMPIRES. Tix on sale now through: www.trybooking.com/TARX
Their latest album “The Vampires Meet Lionel Loueke” was nominated for an ARIA Award and has received critical acclaim internationally including four star reviews in Downbeat Magazine (US), The Guardian (UK) and All About Jazz, which called it “the perfect summer record”.
Combining risk-taking improvisation, sophisticated compositions and ...an uncanny sense of dialogue between the sax-trumpet frontline, the band has developed a style of its own that effortlessly combines influences from all corners of the world. To mark 10 years of performing together, the band collaborated with one of the jazz world’s most distinctive guitarists, Lionel Loueke. Usually a quartet (saxophone, trumpet, double bass and drums) The Vampires have been working with guitarist Ben Hauptmann (Bandaluzia Flamenco, Danaïdes, Freedman Fellowship winner) for several years, this expanded lineup will be heard on this tour.
The Vampires are: Nick Garbett (trumpet), Jeremy Rose (alto, tenor saxophones, bass clarinet), Ben Hauptmann (acoustic and electric guitar), Jonathan Zwartz (double bass), Alex Masso (drums).
Alcohol free, all ages Doors open 7pm, show starts 8pm
A delicious assortment of Mocktails and drinks will be available. Bookings close at 5pm on the day. Tickets may be purchased at the door subject to availability. No refunds or exchanges, The Black Malabar reserves the right to sell unredeemed tickets after show time. Venue is 90% seated and 10% standing at full capacity
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CONCERT SERIES: GUITARRA FLAMENCA feat. PACO LARA (SPAIN) & DAMIAN WRIGHT (AUS) Brilliant flamenco guitarist PACO LARA from Jerez de la frontera, Spain, together with ARIA nominated flamenco guitarist DAMIAN WRIGHT presenting a performance of flamenco guitar music as well as music by Chick Corea, Jorge Cardoso & more...the evening will also feature JAMES HAUPTMANN on percussion. TIX AVAILABLE NOW!! www.trybooking.com/TEBN
Embodying the unmistakeable Jerez style of flamenco ...
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Acclaimed Sydney-based world-roots jazz band The Vampires are starting their summer tour at The Black Malabar! Their latest album “The Vampires Meet Lionel Loueke” was nominated for an ARIA Award and has received critical acclaim internationally including four star reviews in Downbeat Magazine (US), The Guardian (UK) and All About Jazz, which called it “the perfect summer record”.
Combining risk-taking improvisation, sophisticated compositions and an uncanny sense of dialogue... between the sax-trumpet frontline, the band has developed a style of its own that effortlessly combines influences from all corners of the world. To mark 10 years of performing together, the band collaborated with one of the jazz world’s most distinctive guitarists, Lionel Loueke. Usually a quartet (saxophone, trumpet, double bass and drums) The Vampires have been working with guitarist Ben Hauptmann (Bandaluzia Flamenco, Danaïdes, Freedman Fellowship winner) for several years, this expanded lineup will be heard on this tour.
The Vampires are: Nick Garbett (trumpet), Jeremy Rose (alto, tenor saxophones, bass clarinet), Ben Hauptmann (acoustic and electric guitar), Jonathan Zwartz (double bass), Alex Masso (drums).
Alcohol free, all ages Doors open 7pm, show starts 8pm
A delicious assortment of Mocktails and drinks will be available. Bookings close at 5pm on the day. Tickets may be purchased at the door subject to availability. No refunds or exchanges, The Black Malabar reserves the right to sell unredeemed tickets after show time. Venue is 90% seated and 10% standing at full capacity
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This weeks Artist of the Week is @thevampires_mus
Described by the UK Guardian as “seductive, genre-hopping creativity," and US Downbeat magazine as “worldly, talented”, The Vampires features four of Australia’s most awarded jazz instrumentalists, including saxophonist Jeremy Rose, trumpeter Nick Garbett, bassist Alex Boneham and drummer Alex Masso. The band has released five albums and toured relentlessly around Australia, Europe and the UK.
Combining risk-taking improvisati...on, sophisticated compositions and an uncanny sense of dialogue between the sax-trumpet frontline, the band has developed a style of its own that effortlessly combines influences from all corners of the world. To mark 10 years of performing together, the band collaborated with one of the jazz world’s most talked about guitarists, Lionel Loueke, for their ARIA nominated release ‘The Vampires Meet Lionel Loueke’.
The media has reported that The Vampires Meet Lionel Loueke is a “phenomenal record” (Downbeat, US), “chock full of irrepressible joy, a commodity that is in short supply these days” (All About Jazz, US), and that “this was the perfect summer record that pulled off the trick of being both an ambient soundtrack to life on the move while remaining capable of standing up to concentrated home listening” (All About Jazz, UK).
You can check out more of the Vampires including some fantastic videos at www.thevampires.com.au
The Vampires will be performing at The Black Malabar on Friday 1st of December. Book your tickets through www.trybooking.com/TARX . . . . . . #theblackmalabar #thevampires #artistoftheweek #jazz
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The venue has the potential to be really good..the night we were there was so hot it was unbearable inside..unbearable. Heaven knows how the band from Ireland coped and it kind.of explains the 'express' show they put on. I'm not normally one to complain but it would have been a much more pleasant experience if it had have been a bit cooler..