Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals – Erin Saoirse Adair, Kalle Mattson, Apocalypstic

October 28th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Concerts, Features

Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals - Erin Saoirse Adair, Kalle Mattson, Apocalypstic

When it comes down to the Grand Final for the LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot, unfortunately 3 bands head home empty handed. This year that was the case for Erin Saoirse Adair, Kalle Mattson and Apocalypstic. However all 3 have benefitted from industry workshops and have had the chance to perform in front of new […]

Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals – Tympanic

October 25th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Concerts, Features

Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals - Tympanic

Congratulations to Tympanic who took 3rd spot in this year’s LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot Grand Final! They also walk away with $5000 in support for their musical journey. I first saw Tympanic 3 years ago, again in the Big Money Shot. I was impressed with their performance then and even more so this time […]

Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals – Les Mosquitos

October 24th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Concerts, Features

Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals - Les Mosquitos

Congratulations to Les Mosquitos who took second place in this year’s LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot competition! The band picked up $5000 in support to help them along with their musical journey. Les Mosquitos played a great set featuring their reggae and ska influenced music. With their grooving bass lines and energetic performance, it’s impossible […]

Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals – The Strain

October 23rd, 2012  |  by  |  published in Contests, Features

Big Money Shot 2012 Grand Finals - The Strain

Congratulations to The Strain, winners of the 2012 edition of the LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot competition! The band easily tore through their set that featured many of the songs that I have come to know and love over the last couple of years. Feeding off the energy of a group of rabid fans that […]

And the 2012 LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot winner is…

October 20th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Features, News

And the 2012 LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot winner is...

Congratulations to The Strain! They walk away with the top prize of $25,000. Congratulations are also due to Les Mosquitos and Tympanic who placed 2nd and 3rd respectively. Each band walks away with $5,000 in support from LiVE 88.5! And a big thanks to LiVE 88.5 for another successful Big Money Shot competition! Once again […]

For your weekend – October 19-21, 2012

October 18th, 2012  |  by  |  published in News

For your weekend - October 19-21, 2012

On Friday October 19th, it’s LiVE 88.5‘s annual Big Money Shot Grand Final Show. It’s one of the biggest nights for the local music scene. This year’s lineup is the most diverse yet. Catch performances by Erin Soairse Adair, Kalle Mattson, Apocalypstic, Les Mosquitos, Tympanic and The Strain. The venue once again this year is […]

Big Money Shot final 15 – Round 3 performances – Night 3

September 26th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Concerts, Features

Big Money Shot final 15 - Round 3 performances - Night 3

The final night of the Round 3 concerts saw more great performances. Ashley Crnic was up first. Her powerful voice was showcased as she delivered an enjoyable set of acoustic tunes blending a mix of folk and rock. The PepTides were next up. Their set was impressive. It had something for your ears and eyes. […]

Big Money Shot final 15 – Round 3 performances – Night 2

September 20th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Concerts, Features

Big Money Shot final 15 - Round 3 performances - Night 2

Liam Lloyd was first up on night 2. He unleashed an entertaining set featuring new music off his soon to be released album. I’ll keep you up to date on all the details. Right By Midnight was up next. Their set was punctuated by some great vocals. They are also releasing a new album at […]

Big Money Shot final 15 – Round 3 performances – Night 1

September 19th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Concerts, Features

Big Money Shot final 15 - Round 3 performances - Night 1

Night 1 was a great start to the LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot Round 3 performances. The crowd was slow to build, but Ritual was hopping by the end of the night. Erin Saoirse Adair got things started off with her folk stylings, switching frequently between her guitar and ukulele. Take a listen if you […]

Congratulations to the 2012 Big Money Shot Top 6!

September 17th, 2012  |  by  |  published in Features, News

Congratulations to the 2012 Big Money Shot Top 6!

The judges had some tough choices to make this year. Now that the dust has settled from 3 great nights of music featuring 15 local bands, LiVE 88.5 has announced the top 6 bands for 2012: Erin Saoirse Adair Kalle Mattson Les Mosquitos The Richardson Band The Strain Tympanic Congratulations to all! The Grand Final […]