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Australian Open - The Grand Slam of Asia/Pacific - Where the World Comes to Play

Official Site of the Australian Open - 14-27 January 2008

Event Guide / Entertainment

Monday, January 14
6.30pm - 7.30pm
on Heineken Beer garden Stage

Michael Paynter

Michael Paynter is gathering a reputation among musicians and industry professionals alike as an exceptional songwriter and spirited performer. This diversity combined with a subtle familiarity is setting him apart from others in the competitive pop/rock scene. Michael has just returned from LA where he has recorded his debut album. Michael’s shows feature some of the cities finest young musicians and continue blowing audiences away.

Tuesday, January 15, 6.30pm

Jess McAvoy

For those not yet exposed to her acoustic stylings, Jess McAvoy originated from the Western Australian incubator where developing exceptional musicians seems to be in the water. Jess has just released her highly anticipated follow up album "Into The Dark", recorded with Aria award winner Marty Brown (Clare Bowditch, Art of Fighting).

Aviva Ballkids Day,
Wednesday, January 16, 6.30pm

The Audreys

South Australia's The Audreys feature the sultry voiced Taasha Coates and her four dapper-suited boys. They burst onto the scene in early 2006 when their debut album Between Last Night And Us was released on ABC Roots/Warner Music Australia to rave reviews. A favourite at festivals and clubs alike, their shows are exquisite, enchanting and always unforgettable.

Garnier Girls Day,
Thursday, January 17, 1-2pm

Amy Pearson presented by Garnier

Singer/songwriter Amy Pearson is a talented debut artist whose sparkling persona and insightful lyrics are propelling her career ever upwards. Her infectious rock/pop style and soulful delivery combined with an array of well-written and intricately crafted songs have those in the know already very excited about her global potential.

Garnier Girls Day,
Thursday, January 17, 6.30pm

Thirsty Merc presented by Garnier

Since first bursting onto the national scene back in 2003, the Sydney-based Thirsty Merc have quickly built up a reputation as one of the country’s best live acts. Word-of-mouth and hundreds of shows around Australia – and, of course, a swag of great songs – saw the first Thirsty Merc CD spend over a year on the ARIA album charts and end up selling over 120,000 copies.

Friday, January 18, 6.30pm

True Live

True Live are far more than just a hip hop act. Armed with a three piece string section (cello, violin, double bass), drum kit, keyboards and led by singer/rapper/songwriter/producer RHyNO MC, this ensemble have caught Australia’s breath with their fusion of organic orchestral sounds and beat heavy, hook laden, bass thumping rhythms.

Heineken Day,
Saturday, January 19, 6.30pm

James Reyne

From his delicate incisions to the heart to his playful pop sensibility, to the increasingly deft wordplay that propels his unmistakable scatting and crooning vocal approach, James Reyne has never sounded more comfortable, more in command, or more insightful about the world he continues to explore in ever finer detail.

Friday, January 25, 6.30pm

Mental as Anything

Once upon a time a group of art students passed themselves off as a band in order to con the local publican into giving them a gig in exchange for free beer. The deception worked better than intended, and the group came to be known as Mental as Anything. Nearly three decades later, they are still irritating the public with their highly listenable, idiosyncratic brand of garage pop.

Sunday, January 27, 6-7pm

The Veronicas

Forget everything you think you already know about The Veronicas. Their new album Hook Me up is set to change everything. It’s a dramatic new sound that marks The Veronicas’ musical coming of age.

Tournament Status and Melbourne Time

	Sharapova savours sweet success
	Relieved Novak living the dream
	Tsonga proud despite defeat
	Australian Open 2008 sets records
	Djokovic's Open Title

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