Taken from Long Road Productions ‘Know Your Roots’ web site…
Know Your Roots is the brainchild of Long Road Productions – a monthly showcase of some of Melbourne’s best musical acts in the folk, country, blues, reggae, funk, soul and world genres. Up-and-comers, established acts, ANYONE who fits the category can play at Know Your Roots!
The first event takes place at the iconic BAR 303 in Northcote on Saturday, June 26! So make sure you show your support and get on down to KNOW YOUR ROOTS!
In order of appearance, the inaugural event features Kenny Joe Blake, Filthy Soup, Bridget Pross and, rounding out the evening, Guesswork.
Guesswork are a mainstay on the roots scene, mixing a blend of folk, country, rock and blues (basically, what Know Your Roots is all about!). Fronted by the powerful vocals of Juvita, Guesswork don’t just offer a gig, it’s more of a listening experience! After a wealth of big headline gigs around town, it’s only just that they be invited to be a part of history with the first Know Your Roots event.
- In Josh’s words from Long Road Productions (thanks Josh!)
Saturday 26th June 2010
303 High St, Northcote VIC 3070
www.knowyourroots.webs.com
(03) 9482 4577
$9 Entry
Need directions? Go to 303 High Street, Northcote Google Map
Doors open at 7:30 and Kenny Joe Blake hits the stage at eight. Tickets are $9 and Josh of Long Road Productions has done a fantastic job of setting up an online ticket sales outlet for your armchair shopping convenience 
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GUESSWORK at 303, High St Northcote Thursday 11th March 2010
By B. G.
Vivacious singer Juvita Pingiaro led her trio of merry male musicians onstage in the cosy 303 band room to launch their Guesswork sounds to a waiting Melbourne audience. It was a thin crowd in this cosy Northcote venue but anticipation for the groups strong, soulful offerings was evident in those gathered.
The petite Pingiaro, exuding a sexual energy reminiscent of Chrissie Amphlett, introduced the Mornington based group before the catching rhythm of favourite ‘Dublin Rain’ was given. A nod to it’s Irish linage is obvious in the moody, changing music as legs started to sway and heads nodded to the catching chorus lines. Pingiaro’s deep, emotive vocals draw full attention from anyone in earshot while the lads rocking rhythm accompany and set the mood for this delivery perfectly.
The mood was relaxed onstage with the quartet finding their feet on a Melbourne stage, joking with the audience and exploring new material. Lively, rocking moments ‘Egos’ and ‘Centre Of Your World’ clearly stand out as ready singles with bursting riffs and prominent chorus. Quieter moments ‘Give me a Sign’ and ‘Sinking Sands’ also give great variation to a strong set. These songs especially drew the crowds full attention to the deep matter being expressed through Pingiaro’s soulful, heartfelt lyrics.
It was a smallish crowd that saw Guesswork introduce themselves to a Melbourne audience on a quiet Thursday evening. I’m sure that all attending will be back with friends at future gigs to experience Guesswork again on the strength of this performance and the music in itself as they spread their sound.
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Thursday 11th March 2010
303 High St, Northcote VIC 3070
www.303.net.au
(03) 9482 4577
$5 Entry
Need directions? Go to 303 High Street, Northcote Google Map
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