Thursday 31st July
We're not late, we just like keeping you on your toes / paws. After much scientific testing and burrito eating... it has been decided that Thursday mornings are your favourite time to receive this little bundle of joy. So here we are. We people are weird and wonderful aren’t we? We go around spending our days making strange and amazing things to decorate ourselves with, listen to, live in and wallpaper our streets with. Then we go throw festivals, parties and big sales all in the name of them. It’s not crazy, it’s just what we do. I still think this week’s covershot sums up the lengths we go to for something we love, even if it means glitter-ising blue cheese.
FourThousand 055 - weird things humans do
Cover image by thecobrasnake. If you would like to submit a covershot, that would be rad. Email coverphoto@fourthousand.com.au.
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Special Kev
My Winnipeg
Earth to The Dandy Warhols
3D Notepad
Mixtape by Yaysayer (!)
Lego record covers
Damon Albarn Beijing monkey
The Fall
Bert and Ernie – Ante Up
We’re Store
Cutting Table No 1
Camel Toe
Tell us what's cool
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Really bad lego avatar
Matt Damon is a monkey
The Call (ing)
Being as skinny as a ant
People who snore
Cutting Sic
Personalised bows
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Is Not Magazine issue #11
What:
Is Not Magazine issue #11
Where:
The Outpost, 5a Winn St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Anytime after this Friday - it's in the window. But you might need a magnifying glass and/or a torch if you go outside these hours: Mon -Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 11am-5pm
How much:
Free to look. Not for sale
Is Not Magazine. A magazine. A poster. In their hometown, Melbourne, they are know for insane parties. Internationally they are lauded for original, prize-winning design: it confused the hell out of passers by. It fostered local artists and writers. Many a parent of Is Not contributors could proudly say "Well, at least my child has stopped burning hedges."
Having reclaimed public space since 2005, Is Not Magazine is closing its walls. The perishables have been trashed. The self-destruct sequence has been set. All the rugs have been sold. The kid is going home and taking his ball with him. In one final display of plumage.
Is Not Magazine's three-year elbowing for public wall space showed that subversion could be free, funny,inspiring, artistic and typographically beautiful. They did it all for you. They also did it for free donuts. Stand and stare once more at this non advertising. Be sold one last time.
Format: Magazine
Motivation: Improves creativity by osmosis
O Soundtrack My Heart, Pivot
What:
O Soundtrack My Heart
Who:
Pivot
Where:
Wolfgang Monthly, Alhambra Lounge, 12 Mclachlan St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Thurs Jul 31, 8pm
How Much:
$10 + bf / $15 on the door
On
Warp / Inertia
MySpace
Here
Win:
Yep, Wolfgang is giving away a ticket to the show for one lucky FourThousand subscriber. The show (just quietly) is going to be packed to the rafters. To enter just email your full name to win@fourthousand.com.au
The problem with so much jazz and electronic music is its dry, cerebral nature. Translation: it could use a nice big pair of old-fashioned balls.
Aussie trio Pivot's sophomore release O Soundtrack My Heart (their first for hugely influential UK label Warp) has all the smarts of a chemistry professor, yet still swings big balls like a longshoreman. A constantly evolving and ever-surprising mash-up of jazz-influenced, groove-heavy instrumental indie-rock, its like a video game version of a turf war between Trans Am, Battles, Ratatat, and Tortoise. Does that description sound good? You should hear the album.
Release: Album
To Cure: Hypertension
Keywords: Pivot
Place Makers Exhibition
A famous architect once said: "architecture is the highest form of art." Clearly modesty was left at the drawing board in this case, but that's no reason to dismiss those for whom it goes hand in hand with talent.
As a change from its regular preference for artist's collections, this month GoMA is getting its arch-nerd on and bringing us Place Makers: a celebration of Queensland architecture over the last 15 years, and the largest exhibition of contemporary architecture ever staged in an Australian art museum.
The exhibition will feature scaled model-replicas of the state's leading architectural designs (incredible in their complexity, and better than any damn dollhouse you've ever seen); as well as sketches, photographs, animations, documentaries and time-lapse camera-reels all exploring and celebrating the idea of 'place'.
The models are fascinating in and of themselves: tiny, intricate and perfectly detailed, with impeccable craftsmanship by a team of UQ architecture students. All in all, Place Makers promises to be the underground exhibition of the year.
It's not art, it's arch: but best of all, it's FREE.
Medium: Design
blonde venus - the outpost END OF SEASON SALE
What:
blonde venus - the outpost END OF SEASON SALE
Where:
Special location: 705 Ann St (next to blonde venus)
When:
Thurs Jul 31 - Sun Aug 3, 10am - 6pm
Roll up, roll up... come get your discount designer goods here! 4 days only, with such quality bargains they'll be gone before all the fashionistas finish their Starbucks latte grande. Be smart - get a short one or whatever they call a small flat white at that abomination of the bean. Or, you could be really, really smart and get your flat white just around the corner at Alibi Jr (free plug John).
OK, now that your well and truly caffeinated, I can get on with the big scoop and tell you about all the fantastic labels that are to be going crazy cheap: Karen Walker, Cheap Monday, Lover, Antipodium, Dr Denim, Hem & Haw, 18th Amendment, Schwipe and other, harder to spell labels...
*Bring cash. Don't push.
*Cards accepted too.
Product: Fashion
Anatomy: Whole body
Keywords: Fashion, Sale, The Outpost, Blonde Venus
You, the Living premiere for BIFF
What:
You, the Living premiere for BIFF
Where:
Palace Centro Cinema, 39 James Street, Fortitude Valley
When:
Sat Aug 2, 4.45pm
How much:
$15/$13.50
Tom Cochraine knew what life was about and to a lesser extent so did Ace of Base,and arguably so did Morrissey but probably not this guy.
As reassuring as it may seem to tell yourself ‘Life is a highway I want to ride it all night long' sometimes it doesn't hurt to engage in a slightly deeper dialogue about life and the human condition. Going to see a movie is a good place to start - especially if you don't waste your money on a crappy film and head off instead to see a gorgeous Swedish film composed of self-contained vignettes, each shot in a single take, which describe the frustrations, absurdities, and sadness of the human condition.
‘You, the Living' screening exclusively this weekend for Brisbane International Film Festival, is a film about humankind, its greatness and its baseness, joy and sorrow, its self-confidence and anxiety, its desire to love and be loved. Almost the entire film was shot in director Roy Andersson's purpose-built studio in Sweden, where he used an ensemble of ordinary-looking non-actors found in everyday locations. Everyday, ordinary, living human beings. Cool hey?
Format: Festival
Mood: Nostalgic
Keywords: BIFF, Roy Andersson, Palace Centro
thatwasyesterday
What:
thatwasyesterday
Where:
Valley Markets Saturday / Southbank Friday-Sunday / Online.
How Much:
$40-$60
Contact:
Email
Original men's fashion designers are hard to come by in Brisbane, with most local talents favouring the arena of women's fashion and accessories. Understandably, we were both excited and relieved to discover friendly local duo Dave and Holly and their freshly-born brand thatwasyesterday.
The duo bring us a range of affordable, edgy streetwear for men; right now focusing on a collection of creative print tees, vests and jumpers that look and feel three times as expensive as they actually are (the quality fabrics used undoubtedly lend a hand here).
Women can rest assured the brand caters to both sexes, with a smattering of singlets, dresses, skirts and tops in a myriad of interesting shapes and patterns. Catch them at the Valley Markets Saturday, Southbank Markets all weekend, or browse and buy at their online store.
Product: Fashion
El Torito
What:
El Torito
Where:
146 Boundary St, West End
When:
You name the time, baby (lunch or dinner only).
How Much:
$9.95 Lunch special
Contact:
3844 5977
El Torito is so charming it makes the sun itself smile. When just walking along Boundary Street, you wouldn't even realise it was a restaurant - (if not for the chalk board proclaiming it's lunch specials).
It was these very lunch specials that drew me in... “$9.95 for a burrito/chimichanga/enchilada and a fanta/coke/diet coke/sprite” I said, “That's pee-pants sick.” The inside was completely empty but the wall hangings were really very interesting to gaze at mid-burrito (hot tip on the burrito btw - they're delicious).
I just really can't understand why the place was empty. Maybe it rocks out at night-time and I am just uninformed of sweet-cheap-Mexican-restaurants before now, but gee whiz get in at lunch time, it's top notch.
Venue: Restaurant
Meal: Lunch
QNFA Public Screenings and Awards Ceremony
What:
QNFA Public Screenings and Awards Ceremony
Where:
Public Screenings - The Regent, Awards Ceremony - The Tivoli
When:
Public Screenings, Sat Aug 02, 2pm and 4pm
Awards Ceremony,Sat Aug 09, 7pm
How much:
Public Screenings $8, Awards Ceremony $25/20
Contact:
BIFF Website
‘Presentation Evening' That's what my school called its award ceremony. It was kind of novel ‘cause if you were smart and/or sporty (in my case both) then you got to have a day off school, go to the practise and watch everyone pretend-accept awards, all whilst eating lots of junk food like it was entertainment or something. By the time the real deal came, the sugar highs had worn off, you were shit-scared of tripping over on stage and everyone was sick of shaking the gangly Principals hand or some old biddy that had donated a lot of dosh to the school.
Well those days are over - now it's all about red carpets and winning big bucks! The Queensland New Filmmakers Awards (yep, that stands for QNFA) are presented by Warner Roadshow Studios and over the last 20 years, judges have viewed over 2000 films and presented over 250 awards of excellence, with a prize pool totalling almost $300 000 (plus atleast a kiddies pool worth of bubbly).
In the past winners from these awards have gone onto be showcased at Cannes and the Berlin Film Festivals. So if you want to check out some of the contestants / competition and/or you actually really enjoyed ‘Presentation Night' then you'll love the Awards Ceremony too. Plus, there's a licensed bar instead of a coke machine.
Ambience: Indoor
Difficulty: Won't hurt a bit
Keywords: BIFF, The Regent, The Tivoli
Wolfgang July
What:
Wolfgang
Where:
Alhambra Lounge, 12 McLachlan St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Thu Jul 31, doors 9:30pm
How much:
$15
Description:
So many down, but only two to go. The staple of monthly Thursday night entertainment, Wolfgang has only two more nights before it packs its bags and returns to the woods from whence it came. Entertainment for the night is provided by Pivot, Traps, re:enactment and the usual DJs, so as always it'll be packed with fun (and insanely gorgeous people). Don't miss the tail end of Wolfgang celebrations and come along this Thursday for some almost-end-of-week mayhem for the almost-end-of-event, because before you know it, this party's gonna end. - SM
Event: Bands
Stimulus: A
Keywords: Wolfgang
Tokyo Police Club / Yves Klein Blue
What:
Tokyo Police Club / Yves Klein Blue
Where:
The Zoo, 711 Ann St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Thu Jul 31, doors 8pm
How much:
$43
Description:
With the release of their debut album Elephant Shell earlier this year, Canadian pop-rockers Tokyo Police Club hit Australia for a run of shows revolving around their Splendour In The Grass appearance. Their shimmering guitar pop has drawn comparisons to a few notable acts, but their sound is still unique and fresh enough to our ears, and it doesn’t reek of rip-off-ish-ness (yes… rip-off-ish-ness). The only problem is that this is on the same night as The Polyphonic Spree - damn! -SM
Event: Bands
Stimulus: A
Keywords: The Zoo
The Polyphonic Spree / The John Steel Singers
What:
The Polyphonic Spree / The John Steel Singers
Where:
The Tivoli, 52 Costin St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Thu Jul 31, doors 8pm
How much:
$64
Description:
Happy campers The Polyphonic Spree may have changed their get-ups, but in no way have they changed their penchants for fun! (cue big, cheesy grin) Join ringleader Tim DeLaughter and his merry crew of joyous musical friends and family as they blow your mind with catchy singalongs, dancing and infectious charm. If you are treated to the group's cover of Lithium by Nirvana, we reckon that's well worth the cost of a ticket alone. The only problem is that this is on the same night as Tokyo Police Club - damn! - SM
Event: Bands
Stimulus: sound the horns!
Keywords: The Tivoli
Empire Block Party/ Brand Spank’d / DROP 5th Birthday
What:
Empire Block Party/ Brand Spank’d / DROP 5th Birthday
Where:
Empire Hotel, 339 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Fri Aug 01, 9pm
How much:
Corner Bar is free, Middle and Moon are $10
Description:
Holy beer-jager-bomb-a-rooni, there is always just so brand spankin’ much going on in one night at Empire. I guess that’s just what happens when you’ve got so many levels to choose from. Corner Bar will have you R&B-ing till your hips get sore with DJ Seany, Middle Bar’s weekly instalment of Brand Spank’d is treated to Nightmoves (Kitsune/UK), Christopher Robin, Steve Tamsitt and Chop Shop DJs. Then you’ve got the top (of the) Moon Bar for DROP’s 5th birthday, happily creating the celebrations are DJs Guy J, Scott Walker & Mag00 and Cosmo Carter. It’s all about getting Minimal (chips) with your Tech House and Tribal (fish). - SL
Event: DJs
Stimulus: C
Keywords: Empire Hotel
Greazefest
What:
Greazefest
Where:
Souths Leagues Club, Davies Park, Jane St, West End
When:
Fri Aug 01 - Sun Aug 03, see site for event schedule
How much:
see site for event costs
Description:
Kustom Kulture, ay? It's basically just a reason for pomade-heavy, leather jacket-wearing, knuckle duster-brandishing, cigarette smoking punks to gather in the one spot, listen to some rocka- and psychobilly and check out some hot rods, hot bitches and hot dogs (LOL!). But you know what, it's so much damn fun, and it's not pretentious at all unlike most "scene" events. And we promise you won't get bashed. Unless of course you pay out Del Shannon. Then we can't help you out there, ya mug. Get along to at least one of the events and we're sure you'll have a rockin' good time. Preemo! - SM
Event: Party
Stimulus: sound the horns!
Keywords: West End
MSTRKRFT / Sampology / et al
What:
MSTRKRFT / Sampology / et al
Where:
The Arena, 210 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley
When:
Sat Aug 02, doors 8pm
Win:
Yes, we've got 5 double passes to giveaway to this gig, thanks to the good men at Ten Pound Crew. To find out how to win - you must (strangely enough) check out the WIN section...
How much:
$38.50
Description:
For those still bitter about the demise of Death From Above 1979 (yours truly included), the mere mention of MSTRKRFT may make you want to draw a knife to the throat of a nun (World Youth Day is over though, luckily for them), but we implore you to get your asses along to this show and dance like a twat to the crazy infectious beats of this nu-rave duo. Their shows are always insanely hectic, so make sure you're a part of the action. If not, I'll take a knife to your throat. - SM
Event: DJs
Stimulus: E
Keywords: The Arena
The Diamond Sea / Secret Birds
What:
The Diamond Sea / Secret Birds
Where:
Ric's, 321 Brunswick St (Brunswick St Mall), Fortitude Valley
When:
Sun Aug 03, doors 8pm
How much:
Free
Description:
The band formerly known as... well, almost everything you can think of, is in town for their EP launch. Their dirgy psych-ish rock will have you in a daze while they try to get you to part with your dosh to purchase one of their new-fangled CDs (vinyls coming soon for you older types). Will they succeed? The only way to find out is by heading along to the gig, fool! In support are the ever awesome Secret Birds. - SM
Event: Bands
Stimulus: A
Keywords: Ric's Bar
MSTRKRFT: they’re all about acronyms, remixes, mash-ups, re-re-mixes and having a good time I suppose. Aren’t we all? JFK (Jessie F. Keeler) formerly Death from Above 1979 and AI-P (Alex Puodziukas) formerly of the Mississauga electropop group Girlsareshort (according to Wikipedia). Anyhoo, AI-P produced Death from Above 1979's second album and several of JFK’s other projects. Eventually, they must have realised they could make some sexy tunes together as MSTRKRFT. Since then they have brought out an LP, an album and four singles. They have also remixed all your favourite bands from Norwegian pop-electro princess Annie to The Kills and even our very own Wolfmother and KM (Kylie Minogue). They are doing Splendour this weekend, (which will be stupidly-cold)…
BUT if you're not going to Spelndour here's your chance to get warm with MSTRKRFT in Brisvegas this weekend: thanks to the lovely men over at Ten Pound Crew, we’ve got 5 double passes to give away for the show at the Arena this Saturday night!
To win, just answer the following question.
This week's question: What does the acronym ‘PFY’ stand for?
a)Pimply Faced Youth
b)Post French Yoghurt
c)Pain From Yoga
d)Pre Friday Yearn
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