Thursday 29th October
Superstition is a curious notion, but if this spooky weekend ahead has any paranormal themes - we can tell you right now it's all about double trouble: double denim, double art shows and Double Dagger - see there's a definite pattern. Up Jumped the Devil, be careful what kind of deals you make with him. Perhaps he'd be interested in a pop-up fashion sale or a fancy sandwich? Gobsmacked? Yep, us too.
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Les Cahiers Purple
What:
Les Cahiers Purple ed. Elein Fleiss (English Version)
Where:
GoMA Gallery Store and possibly really good news agencies
How much:
$37.50
Related links:
FOCO Interview with Elein Fleiss
‘Niche' magazines generally refer to topic-specific titles about cars, interiors, fashion, pets, helicopters, or pets flying helicopters in amazing fashion. This kind of niche is for people that know what they want and don't want to have to look too hard to find it.
Then, thankfully, there is the other kind of niche publication, like Les Cahiers Purple, which is much harder to find and is about an approach to content and not just the content itself. Les Cahiers Purple is about everything, written, photographed and illustrated in a way that makes it far from just anything.
As the extension of Purple Journal, and the diversion away from Purple Fashion, Les Cahiers Purple has the subtlety, sophistication and poetry expected from Editor-in-chief Elein Fleiss. By embracing the global through highlighting the local, exploring overlooked elements of the everyday like ‘hard work', and articulating craftsmanship and passion through unexpected profiles, Les Cahiers Purple speaks a secret language for those who will listen - and, in case you were wondering, that language isn't just French.
Format: Magazine
Genre: Contemporary Culture
Double Dagger, 'More'
It is still one of the best verses around: "Went to your party/ I was so bored/ Wanted to hang myself/ On the dance floor". Brutal, catchy; the lyrical juxtaposition of sweaty teenage fun and suicide was so perfect. Followed by an incomprehensible chorus of screams and symbol crashes, it was dead-shit noise rock with a danceable edge - and it was Double Dagger's teenage anthem circa 2003.
More, then, becomes a fitting title for the latest installment for this duel-bass Baltimore trio. Made in a barren office building just prior to demolition - perhaps a precursor to the reckless, hissing mess that eventually made it to tape - More has Double Dagger again offering an essentially tuneful cohabitation of fuzz bass and chaotic bedroom drums. It's honest, animalistic rock and roll, served with passion and free of pretence. It even has a few memorable lines.
Genre: Rock
Release: Album
Keywords: Album, Baltimore, Double Dagger
Sarah Byrne's Trench Mouth & David Spooner's Chiromancy
What:
Sarah Byrne's Trench Mouth & David Spooner's Chiromancy
Where:
Box Copy, 129 Margaret St, Brisbane and No Frills*, Level 3, Metro Arts Building, 109 Edward St, Brisbane
When:
Opens Sat Oct 31, Box Copy 5.30pm-7pm, No Frills* 7pm-9pm
How much:
Free
Did I just hear you say double trouble? No? Well it's coming 'atcha regardless. Two of Brisbane's prominent ARIs join together to launch two new exhibitions this weekend; the recently relocated Box Copy are giving us David Spooner, and No Frills* present our favourite Molly Ringwald lookalike, Sarah Byrne.
Can you remember a time when neon corner store lights weren't considered a little bit bleak and depressing? Sarah Byrne can. She loves that 80s optimism; the neon beacon in a concrete sea. Byrne recontextualises that optimism and thrills us with its dark undertones - give us an adulterated Gumby any day I say.
David Spooner will be taking a diversion from the soft sculpture canon and creating some interactive monster magic. His creatures - both grotesque and sweet - are absent of lingering sappiness. These are the unsung heroes of the animal kingdom, and they'll be free-ranging around the Watson Brothers Building this weekend.
Gallery Type: Artist-run
Location: CBD
Medium: Mixed
Keywords: Sarah Byrne, David Spooner, Box Copy, No Frills
The Finders Keepers
What:
The Finders Keepers
Where:
The Old Museum, Cnr Bowen Bridge Rd & Gregory Tce, Herston
When:
Sat Oct 31, 12pm-9pm. Sun Nov 1, 10am-5pm
How much:
Free entry
Contact:
info@thefinderskeepers.com
Queensland's design and art scene will be coming up roses this weekend when The Finders Keepers hitch a ride north to flaunt trestle tables' worth of local and interstate talent.
With all the sophistication of a design expo, the pizzazz of a local market, the creative prowess of a magical 3D Etsy-land plus hospitality and entertainment that better a school fete (including a garden café, bar and live music), The Finders Keepers is its own little microcosm of markety goodness.
More than 40 independent vendors from all over the country will gather their curios under one roof - from enchanting cards and stationary by Courtney Brims to quirky accessories and totes by Lola&Bailey, silly badges from Stitch, oldyarns' recycled linens and just about every other bit and bob your body or home could possibly need. Whether you're buying or selling, this is going to be a blooming good time.
Location: Northside
Product Type: Market
Keywords: The Finders Keepers, Markets
The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus
What:
The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus
When:
In cinemas October 29
Watch the trailer:
Here
Win:
Thanks to Hoyts, we have 5 dbls to give away! To enter, email your name and address to win@fourthousand.com.au with the subject ‘The devil is big in Japan'
I wish I could report that Heath Ledger's final film contains a performance to match his mercurial Joker or gruffly tender Ennis Del Mar. It doesn't. But even an off-form Ledger is still compelling as amnesiac Tony, who's rescued from an apparent suicide by tender-hearted Valentina (Lily Cole), the daughter of itinerant entertainer Doctor Parnassus (Christopher Plummer).
For centuries, Dr Parn has gambled with the devil (the part Tom Waits was born to play). Now Mr Nick is back to collect on a deal that makes the flame-haired Valentina his property on her 16th birthday... but always keen to spice things up, the droll, pencil-moustachioed devil suggests a race: the first to seduce five souls will win Valentina. To save his daughter, Dr Parn must enlist Tony's help.
It's vintage Terry Gilliam: a deliriously inventive allegory that aims high and falls short. I'm still uncertain what the point was, but it looks gorgeous on both sides of Dr Parn's two-way mirror. Johnny Depp, Jude Law and Colin Farrell rise to a sad occasion as Ledger's surrogates inside the Imaginarium, but it's a credit to all involved that this conceit works... splendidly. I can't imagine it anyother way.
Format: Cinema
Genre: Fantasy
Keywords: Terry Gilliam, Heath Ledger
Rebound Books
What:
Rebound Books
Where:
Here, Biome, Nook and at The Finders Keepers this weekend only
How much:
Between $7 and $45
Contact:
03 9029 0394 or email
It was John Dalton, the world's most famous colourblind chemist, who once said: "atoms cannot be created or destroyed".
I say: let's not let nuclear fission ruin our party, let's reinvent some molecules. It happens every day - carrot peel becomes compost, old Coke cans become new Coke cans, grandma's clothes become my clothes... and so the Atomic Theory rolls on. But what sort of reincarnation can our books expect? Enter Rebound Books.
Salvaging classic novels and quirky non-fictions that have dodged a destiny as landfill, Rebound recycle their insides to make blank paper which is then replaced between original hard-covers. The result is a collection of unique journals, sketchbooks, photo albums, pocket books and diaries which look old, but really are just a shell of their former selves (and shelves). Made with 100% recycled materials and a generous amount of elbow grease, this is molecular conversion at its finest.
Location: Other
Price: $10 - $100
Product Type: Other
Keywords: Recycled Goods, Stationery
One Drop Specialty Coffee
What:
One Drop Specialty Coffee
Where:
Shop 5, 515 St Pauls Tce, Fortitude Valley
When:
Mon-Fri 7am-4pm
Contact:
3852 4440 or email
Remember those novelty key rings that had your name and a special picture of a dolphin printed on them? Sorry, but no one cares about those anymore. Why? Because these days you can personalise just about anything. This has its pros and cons:
CON: Defensive driving is more difficult if you're up against a car with the number plate PL4YA.
PRO: You don't need a polystyrene cup covered in more symbols than Pandora's Box to enjoy a personalised coffee experience.
One Drop takes coffee very personally. Thier staple house blends hail from exotic places such as Honduras, East Timor and Ethiopia and they feature a different single-origin flavour of bean every week. Drop in frequently enough and you'll soon discover your own signature favourite (Ugandan Mt. Elgon is mine, FYI). Write it on the back of your loyalty card to make an accessory way cooler than any passé key ring.
Location: Inner East
Venue Type: Cafe
Keywords: Fortitude Valley, Coffee
Lick It's 3rd Birthday
What:
Lick It's 3rd Birthday
Where:
Empire Hotel, 339 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Fri Oct 30, 9pm - 5am
How much:
$22.75 online here
Contact:
Email
Win:
Thanks to Lick It we have 2 dbl passes to giveaway. To enter, email your full name to win@fourthousand.com.au with the subject line 'once, twice, three times a lady'.
We're sad to announce that Lionel Richie won't be attending Lick It's 3rd birthday. BUT he did call to dedicate a special song to the boys, singing into the phone "you're once, twice, three times a lady and I love you". It was a tear-filled moment they'll never forget.
I think Lionel was afraid his Canadian Tuxedo wouldn't match up to Brit and JT's classy double denim number. Yep, that's right, Brit and JT are bringing sexy back and hitting up the party together for old time's sake. It's gonna be a trashy star-studded event I'll tell you that much for free.
Putting it to the French to bring the party this Friday, Lick It have solicited Feadz of Ed Banger fame - he's totes hors pair. Joined by a much anticipated set from Foals (UK) and Lick It's fav Sydney lads; Fashion Launches Rocket Launches (live), Knife Machine and Mercy Arms DJs. All faded Levi 501 zipped up with local boys Tim Fuchs, Jimmy 2 Sox, Ladyboy, Charlie Why!, Last Dinosaurs (live) and Wolfgang DJs.
More denim than you can fathom.
Ambience: Adventure
Location: Urban
More OUTS! - Oct 29
What:
More OUTS
Where:
On our site, right now
TO MARKET: Simply Phoebe at Finders Keepers
TO MARKET: Little Spring Market @ Avid Reader
FILM + PERFORMANCE: Rocky Horror Floorshow
FESTIVAL: Island Vibe
ART SHOW: Martin Smith @ Ryan Renshaw
Keywords: More OUTs
Lunch Money - JONO MA GUEST DJ SET
What:
Lunch Money - JONO MA GUEST DJ SET
Where:
X&Y, 648 Ann St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Thurs Oct 29, 9.30pm
How much:
Free
Description:
Imagine how different your life could have been if your school lunch box sandwich had been filled with rocket leaves instead of iceberg lettuce and Persian fetta instead of peanut butter. Lunch Money is that classy sandwich you longed for and this week they have someone a little gourmet on the decks; Jono Ma of Lost Valentinos and other projects (Knife Machine and Sydney-based concept group Fashion Launches Rocket Launches) is in town and he said lunch money blows and he wishes he'd had homemade sandwiches so he's gonna to do a DJ set. Tuckshop kids are so ungrateful. - BE
Keywords: Lunch Money, DJs, Playtime
blonde venus mini pop-up sale
What:
blonde venus mini pop-up sale
Where:
Cnr of James and Arthur Sts, New Farm
When:
Wed Oct 28 - Sat Oct 31, 10am - 4pm
How much:
Sale prices
Description:
I can feel summer coming from my sweat glands, but its still officially one more month away. Thankfully, blonde venus is treating you to a mid-season sale to help you get through the death to layering as the bitumen heats up; a pop-up sale with up to 70% off Karen Walker, Antipodium, Lover, Arnsdorf and so many more. New stock daily. Wait out front with h20 and a brolley, it's getting hot out. - RS
Keywords: Sale, Blonde Venus, Shopping
Toy Balloon
What:
Toy Balloon album launch
Where:
The Zoo, 711 Ann St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Thurs Oct 29, 8pm
How much:
$10 on the door
Description:
I'm sure you're familiar with Toy Balloon. We like to think of them as an electro-rock-pop band who know how to pun good. For example: their debut album Toy Division - I wonder if Ian Curtis (bless his soul) would've had a laff? Supported by Moon Jog, Tin Can Radio and Doom Doom we can see the headlines now ‘Toy Balloon divided by awesome and times by amazing = pretty good actually'. - RS
Robert Forster: The 10 Rules of Rock & Roll
What:
Robert Forster launches The 10 Rules of Rock & Roll
Where:
Avid Reader, 193 Boundary St, West End
When:
Thurs Nov 5, 6pm
How much:
$5, RSVP here or call 3846 3422
Description:
Get up. Start a band. Gain huge following. Create killer catchy tunes. Go on hiatus for a while. Write solo albums. Reform band. Write for publications like The Monthly. Have a bridge named after your band. Become forever etched in Australian music history. Go to bed. Get up and do it all over again. Robert Forster will be reading from his new book, The 10 Rules of Rock & Roll, at Avid next thursday - be quick, tickets selling like rock-cakes! - SW
Keywords: West End, 10 Rules of Rock and Roll, Avid Reader, Robert Forster
Beautiful Losers
What:
Beautiful Losers screening presented by teeluxe and sea
Where:
Dendy Byron Bay, 108 Jonson St, Byron Bay
When:
Sun Nov 1, 2pm
How much:
$13 / 10 conc.
Description:
Beautiful Losers is one of those films that leaves you thinking about life and how to make it something memorable. A documentary by Aaron Rose - the film crafts together the story of a bunch ‘like-minded outsiders' who met the early 90s and found common ground at a little NYC store front gallery - you know, just a bunch of DIY folk such as Shepard Fairey, Harmony Korine, Mike Mills and friends. The kind of people who made art rooted in their moral fibres as skaters, surfers and graffiti artists. - RS
Keywords: Beautiful losers, Byron Bay
Up Jumped the Devil
What:
Up Jumped the Devil
Where:
QPAC Cremorne Theatre, Cnr Grey and Melbourne St, South Bank
When:
Till Sat Oct 31, 7.30pm
How much:
Under 25's $18.50, over 25's $30
Description:
What better way to see in Halloween than a spot of neo-gothic musical? Up Jumped the Devil sits between heaven and hell riddled with sin, a Black Angel and a one way ticket to the netherworld. Frank Theatre takes ten of Nick Cave's finest songs and turns them into a theatre piece about a bad man seeking redemption. It's an interpretation of hell that Nick (and Hades for that matter) would be proud of. - BE
Ace web designers The Golden Grouse (formerly The Barking Sparrows) wanted to get organised, but were frustrated with the crappy, corporate wall calendars on offer, so they decided to design their own. What they came up with was Maxihuge, a 1m x 70cm, easy-to-read, nice-to-look-at monthly wall calendar, which can easily be assigned a month via a set of handsome stickers, then filled with exciting plans for world domination. We have six of these on the wall in our studio now and YOU WOULD NOT BELIEVE HOW ORGANISED WE ARE! (Scottie, Max can't make the 3 o'clock).
In an efficient-yet-cheeky blue-on-white, the Maxihuge comes in a roll of twelve (which coincidentally makes up a whole year!) with a set of stickers and a pack of super-strong magnets to affix to a wall of your choice, for only $59. Now you can plan ahead for the security guard's days off. Buy Maxihuge HERE! Or win a set of twelve from us. To enter, just answer the following question:
This week's question:
Maxihuge is
a) named after Max's many achievements
b) bigger than the Minihuge but not as big as the Gigantihuge
c) will let me skip January if I damn well want
d) the Toecutter's official destruction planner of choice.
Send your answer, name and mailing address to win@fourthousand.com.au. Winners will be notified by email. Subscriber only entry! Not a subscriber? It's free you willies! Sign up here.
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