Kenno's Influences:
- The Rolling Stones
- Muse
- The Doors
- The Strokes
- Nirvana
Gibbo's Influences:
- Red Hot Chilli Peppers
- Primus
- Victor Wooten
- Franz Ferdinand
- The Living End
- The Killers
- Muse
- The Doors
- Kenno when he's under the influence
Tristan's Influences:
- Foo Fighters
- Rob Melmeth
THE GENERAL MANAGERS
(from left to right): Gibbo, Tristan & Kenno
Sounds Like
like a conference meeting at peak hour, mixed with women singing beautiful songs on the beach at sunset.
The General Managers are an award winning band gaining popularity in the music industry on the eastern seaboard of Australia.
The up and coming young Newcastle band made an impact on music industry with a distinguished 3rd place in the prestigious "YOUTHROCK" competition in 2007, (which was narrowed down from a field of over 130 school and tafe bands) from across the state.
The band then went onto be finalists in the “Rock category” of the ABC MUSIC AWARDS, then weeks later winning the “MATARRA FESTIVAL” ‘Let there be School Rock” competition.
With media catching hold the band went onto to radio interviews at “The Sydney Royal Easter Show” and Lockup Garage.
Local and Country Newspapers also covered the bands success, with The Star, The Herald, The Post, TE and The Dubbo Times, all keen to interview the young rising stars.
The guys have performed at such venues at The Sydney Royal Easter Show in 2007 and 2008, and supported the likes of MUSICOZ winners Solver.
March 2008 saw the band entering a competition held by GRAYLABEL Producers, which required a single entered by the band. A panel of 5 music industry professionals then placed ‘Till the Morning’ in the top 5 singles, in acclaimed company of many touring acts.
“We all agree that you guys have that something unique and I hope the next time you are looking for a producer you will consider looking me up. I am so impressed with the band” Chris Gray “GRAYLABEL”
The band headed to Sydney in April 2008 entering the Sydney Hotshots competition, walking away with a distinguished 3rd place from 3 heats and a grand final. This competition caught the eye of GRAHAM BUZZ BIDSTRUPT (The Angels, GANGgajang) who was a guest judge. BUZZ is now eagerly awaiting a demo of new material which he has requested.
Members are Adam Kennedy on lead vocals and guitar, Jarrod Gibson on bass and backing vocals and Tristan Jan mixing it up on drums produce high-energy rock and aim to get the audience out of their seats.
The General Managers have a strong alternative / rock influence, with a strong groove and bass lines that will get you dancing, add this with melodic harmonies and a little bit of craziness….
and you have THE GENERAL MANAGERS!!!!
The band is setting in motion a CD release later on in the year.
LIKE THE NAME THESE GUYS MEAN BUSINESS!!!!!
For further Information please contact: Jodie Haylock Email: thegeneralmanagers@bigpond.com 0413 619 981
MANAGER FACTS
"Cheese burgers and loneliness dont mix" -
Kenno/ General manager - ads94@hotmail.com
"Im pretty sure all my musical knowledge is based on scrubs" Gibbo/ General Manager - jaedynlea@hotmail.com
"boom" Tristan Jan/ General Manager - the_drum_rocker@hotmail.com
2007 - ABC MUSIC AWARD FINALISTS - ROCK CATEGOREY "THE GENERAL MANAGERS"
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We’re coming back to Maitland! Friday 16th October, 8pm Junkyard Hotel (Grand Junction Hotel) 88 Church St, Maitland with local supports The Owls, and in opening spot Malina & Glenn’s trip hop cover side project Black Gardenia, playing songs by Massive Attack, Goldfrapp, Portishead etc. Theme: Armed Forces. Dress as your choice of commando, officer, soldier or rebel. Last show was a blast, get your butt down there!
just thought i'd let you know i'm lauching my new ep this wednesday 9 sept at lizottes newcastle (morehead st. lambton). show starts at 7:30pm and tix are $13.50 at the door or you can book a table in advance by calling (02) 4956 2066 or online at www.newcastle.lizottes.com.au/live
OZRadioMAG is a FREE Street press magazine available in shops, libraries, community centres around Australia (and now also in parts of Europe). It's an Australian Entertainment magazine with a strong focus on the 'Up and Coming' music scene in Australia. The magazine features reviews and interviews in Australian Entertainment, as well as a variety of Australian related articles. As our popularity grows, the Magazine continues to grow as well. Starting off as a small online Magazine in late 08, the magazine quickly took off in popularity in Australia (as well as the United Kingdom) especially after the first free printed street press.
Hey guys, We're playing our first Cambridge gig NEXT WEDnesday 27th May. The music starts at 9pm, so if you're free we'd love to see you at the Cambridge dancing, drinking, singing, or whatever it is you may feel the need to do! Also, we'll be celebrating our guitarist Craig's birthday that night, so come and have a drink or two with us before the show. Other bands playing are Wandering Bear and My Name 4 Your Name. Hope to see you there!!! The Havelocks
Hey guys, we've got some gigs coming up, including one at the Lass O'Gowrie next Friday 8th May at 8.30pm. Bring your mates & come out for a night of drink, music & general insanity - or if you can't make it to the Lass next week, check out our other upcoming shows on our myspace. Hopefully see you at the Lass next friday at 8.30pm (details on the myspace). Cheers! The Havelocks
Tues 14th May
4pm-8pm
Cessnock Performing Arts Centre - Vincent St Cessnock
The band showcase is an oppotuniry to perform in front of a panel of music industry professionals and recieve invaluable feedback on their performance. Free recording and an opportunity to appear on thr Nock Rock 2010 CD is also up for grabs. Positions are limited so bands need to register to perform at the Band Showcase. Bands must also have a majority of members aged under 25 years and all must be over 12 years. At least one band member must reside in the Cessnock LGA.
To register your band or for more info contact Rebecca on:
P. 0417 288 063
E. rfowles@samaritans.org.au
www.myspace.com/cessnockyouthservices Presented by Cessnock Youth Entertainment Committee, Cessnock Youthlinx and Cessnock Youth Development Officer with funding from Indent.
