The Open Mic Network site has now moved to another URL. You can now find it at www.openmicnetwork.com.

This site will be up for a while as a place to re-direct Open Mic traffic. After that this site will be taken down.

Until then, see you all over at www.openmicnetwork.com.

Corey

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Hi everybody,

Yes, I know there’s been no updates for a couple of weeks but I’ll reveal the reason for this later on in the update.

The Open Mic @ The Dan has continued to gain strength in performing numbers. Even with the 2011 Adelaide Fringe banging on the door the crowds have been flocking to The Dan to catch some pretty amazing performances.

We have also had a lot of new faces gracing the Open Mic stages at The Dan as well as the Third Cork.

They are:

Ryan Adam Wells – An American here for the Fringe

Underground Orchid – A 4 piece acoustic outfit with great harmonies

AvaLanche – A sax playing beat poet. Mesmerising!

Gary Douglas – A guitarist with a great choice of songs

Brian Dodderidge – Solo performer with a large song catalogue

Speaking of the Open Mic @ The Third Cork, we were very short on performers on the first Thursday in February but then again the weather wasn’t very conducive to going out and having a night on the town (or by the sea as is the case with The Third Cork).

A reminder for you all that the next Open Mic @ The Third Cork is Thursday March 3rd. Come along and tell all your friends.

In other Open Mic Network news…

New Open Mic Network Website Launch
After taking a couple of weeks off updating just to finalise a few things the new Open Mic Network website is now finally up and running.

You can find it at the new, easier to remember URL – www.openmicnetwork.com.

Personally, the new site has a much better look and feel plus, it’s a lot easier to navigate around, a lot more user friendly than the old site. I’m still going to keep the old website up but as of next week it will point to the new site.

This website like any good website is going to be a constant work in progress especially when it comes to the updating and management of relevant content and the maintaining of communication with the Open Mic community.

This is where you come in…

If you have any audio, video or pictures of any Open Mic performance (whether it be yourself performing or others that you have recorded for posterity) and you want to include it on this site then contact me and we can work something out.

I will of course give credit for your work.

Over time it’s my goal to build the new Open Mic Network website into an online hub which will facilitate a “Community Of Open Mic Communities” all working together to promote grassroots music making and performing in Adelaide, South Australia and beyond.

Check out the new website when you can and let me know what you think. If there’s anything you want to see on the site or, if you just want to send through some feedback feel free to contact me. I’d love to hear from all of you

OK, here’s a reminder of what is happening in the coming weeks on the Open Mic Network. Make sure you mark these dates on your calendar in BOLD RED PEN:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday February 23rd, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Plus…

Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Thursday March 3rd, 2011
Third Cork Wine Bar
Upstairs, 26 Semaphore Road, Semaphore
8pm – 11:30pm

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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Last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan was again a very, very busy event with a running sheet full of amazing talent and a pub full to the brim with a wonderful performer friendly audience who were treated to some outstanding performances.

There were no brand new performers gracing the Open Mic stage last week however, there were some performers who made a welcome return to The Dan. Performers such as Andy and Marta, Rowey G, Rob Carlin and (one of my favourites) Andrew “Mr 110%” Stott. Welcome back

This weeks Open Mic @ The Dan falls on Australia Day so why not have an Aussie Music Theme Night. YAY!

Andy & Marta

Rowey G

Rob Carlin

Andrew “Mr 110%” Stott

In other Open Mic Network news…

A Community Call Out For Website Content
As mentioned in last weeks update I’ve been busily creating a new domain name and website/blog for the Open Mic Network and with a new website comes the need to fill it with lots of relevant information.

I’m looking for the following to be included onto or, used for the new Open Mic Network website/blog:

• Photos
• Video
• Audio
• Testimonials
• Feedback
• Suggestions

Of course I will gladly give credit to all submitters with the opportunity for their submissions to be included on Facebook, YouTube and the like.

If you’re able to help me out please feel free to contact me.

Here’s a reminder of what is happening in the coming weeks on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
(Aussie Music Theme Night)
Wednesday January 26th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Plus…

Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Thursday February 3rd, 2011
Third Cork Wine Bar
Upstairs, 26 Semaphore Road, Semaphore
8pm – 11:30pm

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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Hi everybody,

Last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan which was the first one for 2011 was also one of our best ever. It was so busy that we had to start at 7:30pm instead of 8pm just to fit everybody in.

What really struck me about last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan was the quality of talent on offer. I know I’ve said this many times before but I’m constantly amazed and astounded by the amount of talent that is circulating in Adelaide and I consider myself very lucky to be able to see and hear this talent week in and week out through hosting the Open Mics at The Dan and the Third Cork.

I love it.

In addition to having a very busy night we had three new faces grace the Open Mic stage and captivate the audience with their performances. First of all there was Max who was one half of a duo with open mic’er David Lane. With their electric guitar/bass combination they performed three of their own songs which impressed the crowd greatly.

David & Max

Secondly we had Chris McBride who was in fine voice last week doing a wonderful version of “Castles In The Air” among other things and lastly, we had for the first time in a long time, a poet/spoken word artist take to the stage.

He goes under the name of Felix Street Poet and he entertained all of us with his witty views on life all done in a rapid fire ‘beat’ poet delivery. For me, one of the highlights of the night was Felix’s poem simply titled “Wife” in which delivers well known phrases replacing ‘life’ with ‘wife.’ It was very funny indeed.

Chris McBride

Felix Street Poet

All in all, last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan was a great event to be part of. Judging by what happened last week methinks that 2011 is going to be a HUGE year for the Open Mic Network.

In other Open Mic Network news…

New Competition Starts for 2011
As mentioned about a month ago the Open Mic @ The Third Cork on January 6th kicked off a year long competition in which you enter by simply turning up on any Open Mic Network sanctioned night and putting your name down on the running sheet.

The winner will be drawn at random at the end of 2011.

At this very moment the prize pool is empty but as of this week Darren and myself will be sourcing and putting together an amazing set of prizes that will benefit anyone who wants to promote their art-form and the prize pool will be growing constantly throughout the year as Darren and I secure more prizes along the way.

The progression of the prize pool will be documented through these updates throughout the year.

Experiments With MailChimp Going Well
Last week I sent out the first Open Mic Network update using the new MailChimp format and I’m pleased to say that it went off without a hitch. It’s my hope that using MailChimp for the Open Mic Network updates will enable me to better communicate with all of you.

If you want to find out more about MailChimp go to their website. If you’re experiencing any problems with the new updates please contact me.

Moving Over To A New Website
As well as moving over to a new email management system I’ll be moving the current Open Mic Network website located at www.openmicaustralia.com over to www.openmicnetwork.com as this better reflects the name and the overall concept of the network and the Open Mic community as a whole.

As well as a new domain there’s going to be a much needed design update but I’ll keep you all in the loop about this as new information comes to light.

Here’s a reminder of what is happening in the coming weeks on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday January 19th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Plus…

Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Thursday February 3rd, 2011
Third Cork Wine Bar
Upstairs, 26 Semaphore Road, Semaphore
8pm – 11:30pm

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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Hi everybody,

Wow, we are now in 2011. I hope that everyone had an amazing Xmas and wonderful New Years celebrations. I know that I did because I was at the Open Mic @ The Dan on NYE and let me tell you, it was packed and here are some images to prove it.

The Crowd Outside

The Crowd Inside

We had a full book of performers including one new face, a songwriter from WA by the name of Conan Chapman. He did a great set of originals and what a voice.

Conan Chapman

After a weeks break, the first Open Mic @ The Dan for 2011 kicks off this Wednesday January 12th. We did however, start 2011 with another Open Mic…

The Open Mic @ The Third Cork of course and for the first time in the events history we had a full book of performers so the word is well and truly getting around especially with a lot of local talent gracing the Open Mic stage.

We had three new faces at The Third Cork, they are Peter Miller, The Alchemist and Lloyd. Many thanks for everyone who came down to the Open Mic @ The Third Cork. Come again next month and bring your friends

Peter Miller

The Alchemist

In other news…

I just wanted to let you all know that last Friday I turned 40 and I couldn’t think of anything better than having a few drinks at the first Open Mic @ The Dan for 2011 to celebrate. I’d love to catch up with you so if you’re not up to anything this Wednesday night come on down to The Dan and have a drink with me.

Make attending more Open Mics a new years resolution for yourself

Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
(First One For 2011)
Wednesday January 12th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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Hi everybody,

Before I go any further I want to wish everybody on the mailing list a very Merry Xmas and a happy and safe New Year.

I’m looking forward to catching up with all of you in 2011 very much alive and kicking.

This will be the last Open Mic Network update for 2010 because it’s not long to go now before the madness of Xmas and NYE descends on all of us and I’ve still got some shopping to do.

I’ll also be taking a small break between this time where I’m actually going to turn my mobile phone and computer off for a few days which will be wonderful.

Last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan was incredibly busy especially because we had some visitors from Canada and the UK as part of the proceedings.

We had 3 new acts on the running sheet and they were:

Aurora & Hilda (sisters from Canada)

Andrew McCulloch (from the UK)

Michael Yon & Emma (so sorry you guys missed out on a spot, I’ll try and get you on earlier next time)

Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday December 22nd, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

then…

Open Mic @ The Dan (NYE)
Friday December 31st, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm on both nights to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

PS: Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year to all

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Hi everybody,

I’ve got detail on when the Open Mics are starting up again in 2011.

The Open Mic @ The Dan will be on the 15th and 22nd of December with the 29th being shifted to Friday December 31st. After this the Open Mic @ The Dan will recommence on Wednesday January 12th, 2011.

As for the Third Cork the next Open Mic will be on January 6th, 2011

Speaking about The Dan, last weeks Open Mic was a welcome return to the hectic normality that we’ve all come to know and love. Full book, full venue and a full night of quality entertainment was on offer.

Personally, the highlight for me was new face Emma Phillips wowing the crowd with her acappella versions of two of her favourite songs. The crowd was hushed and a new voice was unleashed upon the ether.

Emma Phillips

Now, in other Open Mic Network news…

“SCALA – A Guided Tour” CD Release Party
This coming Thursday December 16th, SCALA (Songwriters, Composers & Lyricists Association) is launching its 19th album of original music. It’s called “SCALA – A Guided Tour” and it features 20 tracks comprised of FOOM 2010 winners and other wonderful local songwriting talent.

The great thing is that a number of Open Mic’ers are among the artists featured on the CD so get along to the Higher Ground Arts Cafe this Thursday and support local original music as well as your fellow Open Mic’ers.

Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday December 15th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Plus…

“SCALA – A Guided Tour” CD Launch Party
Higher Ground Arts Cafe
Thursday December 16th, 2010
Featuring Open Mic’ers
David Robinson
Kenny Green
Andy & Marta
Corey Stewart
8pm – 11pm
$5 (waged) / $4 (concession) / $3 (SCALA members)

Plus…

Open Mic @ The Dan (NYE)
Friday December 31st, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm on both nights to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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Hi everybody,

Wow, last week was an amazing week. Both Open Mics at The Dan and The Third Cork were HUGE in performer numbers and in audience numbers.

It gave me a real indication that after a bit of a quiet patch things are going to get busier and busier for the Open Mic Network.

Bring it on I say

Open Mic @ The Dan
We had the pleasure of hosting 6 students from the Leanne Hoad Singing School (accompanied by their teacher Kristy) who were using the Open Mic @ The Dan as a means of gaining some much needed real-world performing experience.

They were:

• Lauren Cirocco
• April Ling
• Julian Smith
• John Lord
• Laura Healey
• Belinda Cece

They also managed to collectively bring a very large and appreciative crowd who stayed around for most of the proceedings which was wonderful to see and the most important thing was that everybody had a wonderful time.

Personally, I hope that this is the first of many times that the students from the Leanne Hoad Singing School come along to The Dan and have a go. They were a great addition to the Open Mic community.

Other new faces on the night were Rosco, a musician from Sydney who was passing through and Azim Zain who waited patiently for most of the night and was still playing when his taxi came to pick him up. That’s dedication for you.

The Crowd

Open Mic @ The Third Cork
For the first time the running sheet for the Third Cork was full which means that the word is finally gaining momentum around the local area. There was a really nice balance of The Dan and local performers last week with 3 new faces gracing the Open Mic stage.

They were Aaron, Lyle Berg and Rubes & Rohan who treated us to a wonderful jazz/blues performance.

Rubes & Rohan

To all of the new faces, please come again you’re welcome anytime. To everybody else, love ya work

In other Open Mic Network news…

Open Mic Videos
As an experiment I got my video camera out and attempted to film some performances.

I wanted to find out where the best camera spots are at both The Dan and Third Cork were so some of the footage turned out and some didn’t however, the ones that did will be put up on the Open Mic Network YouTube Channel.

At the moment it features a Rob Carlin performance but more videos are coming very soon.

As for putting performances up on YouTube I’m making the assumption that you as an Open Mic performer don’t mind being filmed. If you don’t want to be filmed, now is your chance to tell me in advance.

Let me know and I will happily respect your wish.

New Years Eve @ The Dan
Just a reminder that we are having an Open Mic @ The Dan on New Years Eve. this falls on a Friday this year so the normal Wednesday event will be moved to the Friday. Spread the word and if you’re considering having a new years party then have it at The Dan.

Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday December 8th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Plus…

Open Mic @ The Dan (NYE)
Friday December 31st, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm on both nights to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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Hi everybody,

It’s busy, busy, busy round here at the moment so this weeks update is going to be shorter than usual.

Last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan was a full book of wonderful musical acts which I got some video footage off. I plan to put these videos (and others I have captured in the past) onto the newly created Open Mic Network YouTube Channel.

Feel free to subscribe to it if you have a YouTube account and when new videos are posted you’ll know.

In all of the performances there was one new face that graced the Open Mic stage and her name is Claire Drewitt. She performed beautifully and it’s my hope that she comes back sooner rather than later.

I just wanted to remind you all that the Open Mic @ The Third Cork is on again this Thursday night from 8pm.

Now that we’re well and truly into daylight savings you’ll be able to fully appreciate the view of the ocean from the Third Cork balcony while eating your wood fired pizza waiting to get onto the stage…

All of this could be yours if you come along this Thursday night

Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday December 1st, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Plus…

Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Thursday December 2nd, 2010
Third Cork Wine Bar
Upstairs, 26 Semaphore Road
8pm – 11:30pm

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm on both nights to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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Hi everybody,

Last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan was a blast.

We had a full book of performers and a full pub of punters and a kind of electricity in the air which only comes from the knowledge that the festive season is just around the corner.

We also had two new faces grace the Open Mic stage. They were Dan Spackman and Grant Engler who both did themselves proud in their performances considering it was their first Open Mic experience.

Dan Spackman

All in all, it was a very entertaining night.

Soul Trader

In other Open Mic news…

Open Mic @ The Dan NYE 2010 – Confirmed!
YAY! I’ve just recently confirmed with The Dan that Open Mic will happen on New Years Eve again just like we did in 2009 and 2008. This year, NYE falls on a Friday so the scheduled Open Mic on Wednesday December 29th is cancelled to make way for NYE.

I’ll keep you all updated with further developments.

What a way to welcome 2011 than by getting down to The Dan and treading the Open Mic stage. Oh, and BTW, if you were thinking of having a NYE party at home then why not take it to The Dan and let the friendly staff take care of everything for you.

Why not indeed…

Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday November 24th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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