mrbuzzardstubble Posted December 3, 2020 Posted December 3, 2020 A tiny one with no international acts. WOMADelaide confirmed for 2021 W WOMADelaide View this email in your browser It's Happening Dear Martin We are delighted to share with you the good news that we know so many of you have been waiting to hear - WOMADelaide will go ahead in 2021! Presented in a 're-imagined' COVID-safe format, the 2021 edition of WOMADelaide will feature a remarkable selection of Australian headline artists across four sunset concert evenings in a spectacular arena and stage we are creating in the picturesque King Rodney Park / Ityamai-itpina. While a departure from the multi-stage format we've all grown to love, we are very much looking forward to bringing you this joyful (and safe!) celebration of WOMADelaide’s 29-year history and Adelaide’s renowned summer festivals season. A strictly limited number of reserved seating tickets for each evening concert alongside the exciting 2021 artist lineup will be announced shortly. Thank you all for your collective patience, support and understanding so far in a challenging year. As a WOMADelaide subscriber, you will be the first to gain exclusive presale access to tickets before they go on sale to the general public, so watch this space! 1
mrbuzzardstubble Posted December 7, 2020 Posted December 7, 2020 https://www.womadelaide.com.au/artists
emesbee Posted December 8, 2020 Posted December 8, 2020 Yes indeed, received the email this morning. Can't say I find this format very appealing. I have already seen some of those performers at previous Womadelaides. Nothing against them, but I thought the organisers might have been able to draw on a bit more diversity from within this country's multi-ethnic communities. I see just one African performer, nothing from Asia or India. I guess they have gone for a few well known names to get the ticket sales. Still not enough information on the website. I would like to see a bit more detail about the program. Would like to know how long each concert will be. And what is Platinum, Premium, A Reserve and B Reserve (don't know how that fits with zones A, B C)? I worked out that if I bought B Reserve tickets for each evening (without concession), it would probably cost a bit more than the usual 4 day pass, quite a bit more if I choose any of the other options. I guess the thing is to decide whether I am interested enough in buying a one night ticket only. Not sure that I am at this stage. Looks like they are in a 'holding pattern' to tide them over next year, in the hope that things might improve after that. I understand why they have to do that, but it takes too much away from the event. 1
Ian McP Posted December 8, 2020 Posted December 8, 2020 Very predictable Oz lineup, think I'll be sitting this one out. Bring on 2022. 2
t_mike Posted October 20, 2021 Author Posted October 20, 2021 It's back!!! Woohoo!!! Just received an email from WOMADelaide that the show is back, in full swing, at Botanic Park next year. First line-up announcement will be on November 11. 3
Ian McP Posted October 21, 2021 Posted October 21, 2021 I'd say it'll be a mostly Oz affair, wonder just how many international acts will appear? A few from NZ for sure. regards Ian 1
mrbuzzardstubble Posted October 21, 2021 Posted October 21, 2021 18 minutes ago, Ian McP said: I'd say it'll be a mostly Oz affair, wonder just how many international acts will appear? A few from NZ for sure. regards Ian Yeah, if you read the small print, it states predominantly Australian acts.
Ian McP Posted October 21, 2021 Posted October 21, 2021 Sent them a long list, Oz has some outstanding acts that are ideally suited to Womad exposure. Do they ever take heed, probably not. Here's just one that deserves a slot! Djoliba Rattler 1
Ian McP Posted October 21, 2021 Posted October 21, 2021 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-10-20/womad-to-require-double-vaccinations/100552536 1
emesbee Posted October 24, 2021 Posted October 24, 2021 On 21/10/2021 at 3:41 PM, Ian McP said: Sent them a long list, Oz has some outstanding acts that are ideally suited to Womad exposure. Do they ever take heed, probably not. Here's just one that deserves a slot! Djoliba Rattler I definitely agree with that, there is a lot they could do to give exposure to some of these acts that many people would not be familiar with, and I think it would be a good way to start getting Womad back on track. I really hope that they don't just focus on a few big names that everybody knows. 1
mrbuzzardstubble Posted October 24, 2021 Posted October 24, 2021 Not world music, but Adelaide musicians the Hindley Street Country Club could be given a spot. Very good musos and they have a massive worldwide following.
Ian McP Posted October 28, 2021 Posted October 28, 2021 The late Ethiopian legend Alemayehu Eshete & Melbourne based Ethio jazz the Jazmaris @ Arts Centre 9th January 2016, the Jazmaris worthy of a place at Womadelaide 2022! 1
Ian McP Posted October 28, 2021 Posted October 28, 2021 Another candidate? The Senegambian Jazz Band 1
mrbuzzardstubble Posted November 12, 2021 Posted November 12, 2021 Womadelaide 2022 first lineup announced. https://www.womadelaide.com.au/lineup 1
Ian McP Posted November 12, 2021 Posted November 12, 2021 I suppose we are fortunate to have a line up at all with the current restrictions.... second announcement may give us some more left of field contenders 2
Monty Posted November 12, 2021 Posted November 12, 2021 Accepting that they are going to have to lean heavily on Aus acts, there's quite a lot I'd be happy to see in the first announcement. 2
YCC Posted November 13, 2021 Posted November 13, 2021 I'm keen on Womadelaide, however in surfing for news, stumbled upon this bluegrass festival, for those interested... sorry for posting this here, don't mean to hijack! Apologies in advance. https://wirrinabluegrass.com/ 1
emesbee Posted November 13, 2021 Posted November 13, 2021 I've had a look at the initial Womadelaide 2022 program, there are a few acts there I am interested in seeing. There is a good chance I will attend, but would like to see the full program first. 1
Ian McP Posted November 14, 2021 Posted November 14, 2021 Shaolin Afronauts will be appearing at Womad 2022 2
mrbuzzardstubble Posted November 24, 2021 Posted November 24, 2021 Another act, Springtime, confirmed for Womadelaide. This new endeavour brings together three renowned musicians each known for distinct styles and sounds - Gareth Liddiard (The Drones, Tropical F**k Storm); Jim White (Xylouris White, Dirty Three) and Chris Abrahams (The Necks). Their self-titled debut album is a blend of art rock, experimental noise, poignant lyricism and jazz improvisation that paints portraits of a paralysed world; of “guitar fuzz and piano that gradually whips itself into an apocalyptic frenzy” - Stereogum. 1
Volunteer sir sanders zingmore Posted November 24, 2021 Volunteer Posted November 24, 2021 On 12/11/2021 at 4:49 PM, mrbuzzardstubble said: Womadelaide 2022 first lineup announced. https://www.womadelaide.com.au/lineup Yid! is on the list. Saw them a couple of years ago at Womad. Insane. Really worth checking out 2
mrbuzzardstubble Posted December 3, 2021 Posted December 3, 2021 (edited) Second lineup announcement made. It includes Azymuth with Marcos Valle, Floating Points, Joseph Tawadros and The Cat Empire. Details below. https://www.womadelaide.com.au/lineup Edited December 3, 2021 by mrbuzzardstubble 1
emesbee Posted December 3, 2021 Posted December 3, 2021 I'm quite interested in Chikchika, Ausecuma Beats, Elephant Sessions (haven't I seen them before?) and Victor Martinez Parada. The Cat Empire are a predictable inclusion, but they don't really excite me. A bit too much hip-hop creeping into a few of the other acts for my liking, but I think there is probably still enough on the program to draw me in. 2
Ian McP Posted December 6, 2021 Posted December 6, 2021 All we need now is Tony Buck drummer for The Necks to show up! The other two members will be there! Lloyd Swanton in Asteroid Ekosystem https://www.womadelaide.com.au/artists/asteroid-ekosystem Chris Abrahams in Springtime https://www.womadelaide.com.au/artists/springtime 2
mrbuzzardstubble Posted December 17, 2021 Posted December 17, 2021 Performance schedule for the festival. https://www.womadelaide.com.au/lineup 1
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