[Geordie McMillan]

Just a quick note to describe the awesome week of music that I managed to 
participate in this week in Melbourne.

Monday - Big Day Out: Whilst not the best line-up (1994 was far and away the 
best), Shihad, Dern Rutlidge, Legends of Motorsport, Spiderbait, Jurassic 5, 
The White Stripes & New Order were all excellent. It was unfortunate to see 
so many kiddies wandering off during New Order but them's the times we're 
in.

Wednesday - New Order @ The Metro: Outstanding to say the least. Stand-out 
tracks were: Crystal, Transmission (JD), Isolation (JD), True Faith, Regret, 
Blue Monday, Love Will Tear Us Apart (JD), Atmosphere (JD), Bizarre Love 
Triangle & Temptation. An unforgettable experience.

Thursday - TISM @ The Punters Club Hotel, Fitzroy: This was a last minute 
show announced by TISM on Wednesday to celebrate the wonderful history and 
sad passing of the Punters as one of the pre-eminent band venues in 
Melbourne. The pub is set to close its doors due to unaffordable rent on 
February 17 and this was a night to remember. TISM ended up ripping out most 
of the ceiling above the stage, showering the crowd with insulation and 
lining board in the process. I have never been to a hotter environment. The 
set list was 1st class and the band, without being smart-arses, showed a 
genuine love and affection for the Punters. Let's hope it doesn't become a 
Country Road store at it's rumoured to be.

Thank you and good night.

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