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The Open Mic Network Has Now Moved!
Hi everybody,
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 
Open Mic Network Update – February 21, 2011
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
Open Mic Network Update – January 24th, 2011
Hi everybody,
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
Open Mic Network Update – January 17th, 2010
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
Open Mic Network Update – January 10th, 2011
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
Open Mic Network Update – December 21st, 2010
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
Open Mic Network Update – November 9th, 2010
Hi everybody,
The beginning of every month is always a very busy time with both Open Mics at The Dan and the Third Cork in full swing and all, but this month also marks the 4th birthday of the Open Mic Network which started out at The Dan on November 8th, 2006.
We are celebrating this milestone with a special Open Mic @ The Dan this Wednesday, November 10th. The announcement of the Open Mic Addict will also take place that night and I know there’s a few of you out there that really want to know who that person is
Since then, the Open Mic Network has turned into a vibrant and active community of musicians, artists and songwriters of all skills and experience working together to help and support one another.
This is the main thing that I’m most proud of.
Now, with the end of 2010 fast approaching it’s time to see what future direction the Open Mic Network can take in it’s quest to nurture grassroots music in Adelaide, in South Australia and in Australia as a whole.
When Darren and I first started the Open Mic Network the concept of an Open Mic had been around for a while but not a well known one however, between then and now, the number of Open Mics starting up in Adelaide (and around the country for that matter) have risen dramatically.
You can pretty much go to an Open Mic/Jam Session every night of the week in Adelaide and that creates a lot more performance and networking opportunities for performers but it also creates the challenge of having too much choice.
“Hmmm, which Open Mic shall I go to tonight?” I hear you all ask…
I think this Open Mic trend is also impacting on our own attendance’s as last weeks Open Mics at The Dan and the Third Cork were quiet again but don’t get me wrong though, I’m not complaining or worried at all.
In fact, it’s giving me more of a resolve to make sure that the Open Mic @ The Dan and The Third Cork are the best open Mics around in it’s marketing, organisation and most importantly, THE SOUND.
Quality performances certainly made up for the lack of performers and punters at both The Dan and The Third Cork last week. there were also a few talented new faces gracing the Open Mic stages. They are:
- Carlos Larisch – Amazing Flautist from Spain
- Kirk & Andy – Great chord progressions
- Miles – Great songs
- Nat & Josh – Piano and Djembe combination
- Brillig – Yes! You heard right
Last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan also signified Martin “Saxman” Mount’s birthday. If the photo of him below is anything to go by, he had a great night. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARTY!
Carlos
Kirk & Andy
Michaela Lucas
Marty – The Birthday Boy
Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:
Open Mic Network 4th Birthday Bash
Open Mic Addict Announcement!!!
Wednesday November 10th, 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
Open Mic Network Update – November 1st, 2010
Hi everybody,
The last three weeks have not been the best for me due to a nasty flu getting in the way of things however, with life slowly returning back to normal, I can now muster up the energy to put together another update (albeit a shorter one) for you all.
A few things have happened between October 11th (the date of the last update) and now. We’ve had 3 Open Mics @ The Dan and one SCALA Open Mic Network Showcase to deal with and all events have been fantastic in terms of attendance and of musical quality.
I just wanted to give a shout out to all of the new faces/acts that have appeared over the last three weeks. There were 6 of them and they are:
- Michaela Lucas
- Brendan David
- Marcus Meo
- Two’s A Crowd
- Trung Doan
- Gordon Evans
Thank you all for giving the Open Mic Network a go, hope to see you back either at The Dan or The Third Cork very soon
Speaking about the Open Mic @ The Third Cork… It’s on again for this month, the Open Mic @ The Third Cork this Thursday night starting at 8pm and finishing around 11:30(ish).
In other Open Mic Network news…
The SCALA Open Mic Network Showcase which took place last Thursday night at Higher Ground went very well. I wanted to thank SCALA an Higher Ground for putting it on and to all the performers Martin Giebner, A. Blackwell, Sasha Galliver and Tristan Newsome for putting on an amazing show.
You can check out the photos here
Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:
Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday November 3rd, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight
Plus…
Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Thursday November 4th, 2010
Third Cork Wine Bar
Upstairs, 26 Semaphore Road, S4
8pm – 11:30pm
Plus…
Open Mic Network 4th Birthday Bash
Open Mic Addict Announcement!!!
Wednesday November 10th, 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
Open Mic Network Update – October 5th, 2010
Hi everybody,
The weather been just perfect the last few days and with that comes the prospect of a very busy Spring and Summer season at the Open Mic Network. Last weeks Open Mic @ The Dan was well on its way to becoming a jam packed weekly event again.
Even though it was a challenge at times to be heard due to a rather boisterous group of road workers at the bar, the night was full of talent and some inspiring entertainment.
We had a full book including 2 new acts. The first new act were a duo consisting of Angeline and David and the second was a singer/songwriter who goes by the name of 2 Unique who came in at the tail-end of the evening and proceeded to blow everybody away with her heartfelt songs.
Angeline & David
Kris Selling His Guitar
It Was Packed!
It was also nice to welcome back some people who have been away for a while, people such as Harry Shulten, Brett Stokes, Tim Forth, Mike Trake, Martin Giebner and our resident heckler Kenny Green. It was a wonderful evening.
In other Open Mic Network news…
Sunday Sessions = Not Continuing
It is with regret that I need to inform you all that management at The Dan have decided not to continue the Sunday Sessions @ The Dan concept. I want to first of all thank everyone who attended the sessions and witnessed an amazing array of acts
I also want to personally thank the artists who contributed their time and promotional efforts over the last three months into trying to make the Sunday Sessions work for all, Anthony D’Antonio, Courtney Robb, Kelly Menhennett, Simon Peter, Joe Man Murphy and especially Andy & Marta who introduced some of the members of the Hillbilly Hoot to the Sunday Sessions.
Both Darren and I couldn’t have done these events without your support. Your willingness to help out is proof that we have a vibrant community that’s willing to work together to make things happen.
Open Mic Addict Poll
I’m halfway through the count to find out who is the Open Mic Addict so I’m hoping that I’ll have an answer for you all next week. I must say that going through all of the Open Mic running sheets has been a fascinating experience, a great exercise is watching something grow and develop.
SCALA Open Mic Network Showcase #3
I’ve almost finalised the line-up for the third SCALA Open Mic Network (formally called “From Open Mic to Stage”) Showcase gig happening on Thursday October 28th. I’m waiting on one more confirmation so when that comes through I’ll let everybody know via the updates and of course Facebook/MySpace.
Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:
Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday October 6th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight
Plus… Make sure you put this in your diary in BOLD RED PEN!
Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Thursday October 7th, 2010
Third Cork Wine Bar
Upstairs, 26 Semaphore Road, S4
8pm – Midnight(ish)
Plus…
SCALA Open Mic Network Showcase #3
(Line-Up TBA)
Thursday October 28th, 2010
Higher Ground Arts Cafe
9 Light Square, Adelaide
8pm – 11pm
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
Open Mic Network Update – September 27th, 2010
Hi everybody,
Last week had seen a steady increase in numbers attending the Open Mic @ The Dan and the last Sunday Sessions series of gigs respectively which is very, very encouraging. The warmer weather is now allowing people to stop hibernating and start getting out and about again.
Attendance at the Open Mic @ The Dan was a marked improvement from the last four weeks but it was the last Sunday Session that exceeded the expectations of everyone.
It was a packed house and a packed running sheet plus there were some new faces thrown into the mix, five in total over both events. They were:
Iain Wright (great songs and great voice)
Brett Galt-Smith (all the way from Canberra)
Stretch (from the Hillbilly Hoot)
The Self Preservation Society (Stylish from head to toe)
MudHouse (Heavy Metal Banjo madness)
Thanks for giving the Open Mic Network a go. You’re welcome anytime
In other Open Mic Network news…
Sunday Sessions, Will They Continue?
Now that the last of the trial series of 6 Sunday Sessions has finished, I’ll be speaking to Greg at The Dan this week to see if the concept will continue. Personally, I’d love to see it continue as a once a month thing to allow better promotion but we’ll see what Greg says.
Watch this space…
Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Just reminding everyone that the next Open Mic @ The Third Cork is not this Thursday because of it being the last day of September but the Thursday after which is October 7th (see below for more information).
Open Mic Showcase @ SCALA
I’ve been asked by Rob Childs at SCALA to put together the third Open Mic Showcase for the organisation. It will be on October 28th at Higher Ground Arts Cafe. I’ll let you know more details as they come to hand.
Who Is The #1 Open Mic Addict?
I’ve kept all of the running sheets since the first Open Mic @ The Dan on November 6th, 2006 (4th birthday soon) and just for fun I thought I’d set myself a challenge of finding out who is the #1 Open Mic Addict.
I reckon it would be really cool to find out which Open Mic’er is the one who has attended Open Mic Network events the most so this week I’m going to start counting and hopefully I’ll have an answer for you next update.
Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:
Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday September 29th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight
Plus… Make sure you put this in your diary in BOLD RED PEN!
Open Mic @ The Third Cork
Thursday October 7th, 2010
Third Cork Wine Bar
Upstairs, 26 Semaphore Road, S4
8pm – Midnight(ish)
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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