“How awesome is BIGSOUND! It's great to play to people really into it. Coming from Melbourne we're not used to that.” The Demon Parade's Michael Badger.
Black Bear security didn't turn up so numbers were limited due to security laws. Huge line outside for Thelma Plum.
As usual for BIGSOUND's Thursday night, drunken Poms get in the spirit and sung with buskers.
Has anyone actually ever seen the male toilets in Oh Hello?
Born Lion were the early band to see and win the award for most mentions in the “So have you seen anyone good?” response.
Lesson Learnt: Ric's lockout is at 2.30am, not 3am. Close time is 3am.
Megan Washington's new stuff got the seal of approval from ARIA's Dan Rosen.
Two separate groups of hungry industry delegates sit next to each other at Harajuku Gyoza dumpling bar. Staff puts order together, making for a messy debrief as they try to split the bill.
“What time is my checkout tomorrow? I don't care.” Michael Szumowski, Alberts, near the end of the after party.
Drink Of The Week goes to the Mackillop's Choice Dalmore 1986. Outstanding dram.
“Guys, I'm going to do the phantom [gestures and then leaves.] – Tim Janes, Caroline. Mate, it's not a phantom if you tell us.
