A member of a family of seven, Bernie grew up in Canberra. But it wasnt until high school that a young Hayes picked up the guitar. And from the age of 15 he could be found playing the wine bars in Canberra in bands such as In One Ear and The Shuffle.
Sydney was graced with his presence in the early 80's when he was a member of the Gadflys and played at the Sandringham Hotel, Newtown (more affectionately known as the Sando) in the days when the horse-shoe bar was downstairs.
From late 1987 until early 1996 he had a regular gig with his brothers Stevie Plunder (real name Anthony Hayes) and Pat Hayes, in the Shout Brothers (also known as the Shouties). However, sadly the Shout Brothers gigs came to an end with the untimely death of Stevie in January 1996. But this was not before releasing 'Colussus' in 1995, and then after Stevies death, brother Justin Hayes joined the band. The new line-up saw the release of 'Indelible' in 1997.
In 1999 he released his first solo album through Half A Cow records, 'Every Tuesday, Sometimes Sunday'.
The release of his second album, 'Domestic Departures', came in 2003. This time with the Bernie Hayes Quartet (John Encarnocao, Bill Gibson and Jess Ciampa). Again released through Half A Cow records.
As if he wasnt already busy enough, he is also a member of 'Dog Trumpet' with Reg Mambossa and Peter Doherty, and 'The Dead Marines' with Brendan Gallagher (Karma County) and Bow Campbell (Front End Loader). Their debut album was released in 2005 through Vitamin Records.
And right now Bernie is enjoying semi-regular Wednesday nights at the Rose of Australia in Erskineville (check street press for details) and is working on a 3rd solo album, due out later this year (hopefully!).
this site isnt actually run by bernie himself, although i believe he does pop in from time to time (or he will when he works out how to). all messages are very easily passed on, so dont be shy.
Thank you very much for the Link Up & Sharing your music Nice to meet you through cyberlink! Keep up da Great Work! Wishes you All the Best in 2009! Enjoy your Friday & Weekend!
David Hosking is launching his new album at the Thornbury Theatre
with very special guests The Killjoys. Friday 6th November. Hope you
can come. www.thethornburytheatre.com
you've got the supply, here's the demand. Can't stop listening - Lovin' ur stuff Bernie hope all is going well, finally got my rear in gear & uploaded new tracks. Check out if get chance All the best, John
Hey there, sorry to be one of those people but here's a bulk message... from the heart.
We're
hitting the road with friends 'The British Robots' and travelling all
along the east coast. Our 2rd show is in Sydney, we're
going to be at The Bald Faced Stag on June 12th (8pm) with 'Sneeze' playing their first gig in years!
Thanks for so many outstanding tunes, sung like no other could, should, or should dare try do...quite like you. ( oohh,,maybe Mac Davis could do a decent accompaniment would that be good? :) Your music makes us believe Bernie..kia ORA for that and the add!
Hey Bernie.. it's Bob Blunt here in Beijing.. heard a rumour that the Shouties are coming to play here - true? do let me know; on hols in Yunnan in the SW but will get back there in time for it if youre there - look 4ward to catching up- jian bob
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