In the spring of 1979, French musician Serge Gainsbourg released his 13th album Aux Armes et cætera, which was recorded in Kingston, Jamaica. Gathering together some of the island’s best reggae musicians including Rita Marley, Serge infused his usual French pop with the local sound. Kick back to Aux Armes et cætera spinning on the record player, or witness some reggae beats of a more energetic tempo down at South Bank this weekend. more
On a balmy spring night, Queensland Symphony Orchestra will perform the iconic soundtrack from The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers live at Riverstage. more
If Brisbane was a typeface, what would it look like? A local graphic designer has explored the concept and will showcase the results at a pop-up exhibition at Fish Lane Studios. more
From September 27–29, Mount Tamborine welcomes visitors to its Springtime on the Mountain Open Gardens Festival event, which will begin with the Mountain Open Gardens Trail 2013. Along the trail, visitors can visit six beautiful private gardens that will open to the public for a limited time. From Friday September 27, gardening enthusiasts seeking inspiration can stroll through professionally landscaped acreage gardens as well as flower-filled cottage grounds from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Tickets are available at the Botanic Gardens in Eagle Heights. more
Sunday September 29 brings Fresh Meat: Stand-Up Comedy & Live Improv to Southside Tea Room. Hosted by Jacob Lingard, the evening of hilarity commences at 6:30 pm at the Morningside haunt. This month’s installation will feature the comic stylings of Mitch McCutcheon, Alf Arber, Dan Rath, Nick Grimwood, Joe Shaffer and musical funnyman, Ben Knight. The tea room’s ‘mince’ challenges will test the comedians’ skills, as funny bones are flexed and improvisational quests are issued. Tickets are $5 at the door, and attendees can buy foodstuffs and beverages at the bar. more
He Died With a Felafel in his Hand, the 1994 lad lit book that scored itself a cult following, is coming to the stage during October, when John Birmingham’s debut novel will appear at Brisbane Powerhouse. Encounter freaks, geeks, gamers, stoners, losers and junkies as John shifts his milk crates from one grungy sharehouse to another. The production, which will run from October 1–5, will tell the perilous tales of sharing spaces, facing run-ins with the law, dealing with grotty flatmates and confronting life’s challenges. more
Set in beautiful Bundjalung land, Boomerang Festival is bringing a rousing collection of performers and speakers to Byron Bay. more
Those parading an Iceland-shaped heart on their sleeve after getting hooked on the tunes of folk troop Of Monsters and Men may be interested to know this isn’t the first time the Nordic country has produced such a creative success story. more
Throughout September, any person traipsing around South Bank’s cultural forecourt may become mesmerised by the shimmering goings on across the river. more
Bringing her thought-provoking collection of installation pieces to GOMA, Kathy Temin crafts works that are set to surprise. more
Saturday September 21 marks this year's TEDxBrisbane, which is set to host a stimulating collection of presenters from a variety of trades. more
Relaxation is sure to ensue as the harmonious melodies of the SPRUKE Ukulele Festival reach your ears from September 20–22. Brisbane’s Ukulele Music Society, know to most as the BUMS, will be sharing their love of all things ukulele at the Southbank Institute of Technology over three musical days. The calm-inducing program is made up of workshops, demonstrations, open-mic performances for those so inclined, and two evening concerts. Whether you’re a budding uke player, or a ukulele prodigy, all are welcome to join in on the festivities in South Bank’s cultural precinct. more
There’s nothing quite like a goat to say ‘I care about you’ ... Give the greatest gift to those in need by supporting the Oxfam Goat Drive 2013 at Bleeding Heart Gallery. more
The works of Brisbane-based husband-and-wife team Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan will be exhibited as part of Fragments: Another Country from Saturday September 28 to Sunday November 24. QUT Art Museum will host the exhibition, which showcases the Philippine-born couple’s elaborate and intricately planned installations – focusing on migration, family, belonging and dislocation. Each subsequent artwork in the exhibition builds on the previous and provides an unprecedented opportunity for audiences to view a comprehensive series of pieces from the acclaimed duo. The exhibition will be officially opened on Friday September 27 at 6:00 pm. Image Credit: Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan | In-habit: project another country (2012) | Sherman Contemporary Art Foundation, Sydney more
The indie fuzz, dream garage sound of Beach Fossils will whirl about The Spiegeltent this Thursday when the Brooklyn band arrives in Brisbane for its Australian debut. more
Some weekend brunch tunes for your enjoyment … more
Since Friday August 23, Brisbane's inhabitants have been noticing some vibrant pink structures popping up in public spaces. more
An intense collision of bric-a-brac, loot and treasure is bound for West End as part of Brisbane Fringe Festival on Saturday September 14. more
Crafty cats and science nerds will roll up their sleeves in a series of interactive workshops led by industry experts at the Brisbane Powerhouse in September. more
Those of you not lucky enough to have caught our latest project The Pop-Up Hotel in the flesh yet can now take a peek inside the luxury bell tent via our The Street Photographer gallery and Captured album from our Instaparty. more
