Hey Everyone!

Our fearless leader/singer Daniel had knee surgery last month, finally  getting his broken down knee repaired. Word on the street is, he's having Gibson Guitar's experimental "Robot-Knee" put in, with auto-walk feature. With months of rehab coming up, wish him a fast recovery!

We are playing next at the Charles Hotel with Stone Circle on Saturday July 23.

We've been busy over the XMAS and new years break recording away on our new EP at Harpoon Studios.  We even spent most of new years eve in the studio.
Our first Perth show for 2011 is at the Rocket Room with Demi Monde, One Thousand Years and The MDC Friday night the 4th of Feb.

If you're down south WA come and see us again at the Dunsbourough Tavern on Saturday 22nd of January.  We've got the whole night to ourselves from about 8pm.

It was great to be a part of Telethon again this year. We decided to have a little fun this year with our performance. You can check out the video here.

See if you can spot the oddities... thanks to Rhys for the upload and Shea for the special edition "Stellacaster" guitar.

This Friday the 12th of November, we're off up to Wanneroo Senior High School to play for everyone and hang with the students in the schools music and arts programs. WAMi and Healthway organise a schools program to help promote music as a realistic career choice.

McHappy Day 13th November - Mcdonalds Morley - We're playing an acoustic set in the store from about 11:00am

Hey everyone!  The end of 2010 is rapidly approaching and for the last month or so we've played the odd gig here and there while working on our new EP.

We're just back from Dunsborough again this weekend playing a 3 set show.  The focus till the end of this year will be studio time knocking down our parts for the remaining songs to record for the EP.

We've been invited to help out again on Mchappy Day and to play on Channel Seven's Telethon this year.  Both these events are on in November. We'll let you know more about  the dates and details soon.

>> McHappy Day 13th November - Mcdonalds Morley - We're playing an accustic set in the store from about 11:00am

We're back in August playing live and for the first time we're off down south of WA to Dunsborough to play!  We've been working on the new EP and still have a fair bit to do in the studio to complete it.  
On August 15 at the Newport Hotel we're playing a gig with 7 other bands organised by S.L.A.M. (Supporting Local Alternative Music).  Then its off to Dunsborough on the 20th to play a 3 set show, which will be something a litte bit different for us. First up we'll play an acoustic set and then two full band sets.

We've been quietly going about writing and recording tracks for our 2nd EP.  We have 4-5 new track ideas with 3 of these songs well into development. We've added two new songs to our live set which seem to be coming accross well to those listening. Jon is documenting some the recording process on the Gearpage forum. So far we've looked at drum recording and setup.  

We've spent most of this month writing and discussing what we have planned for this year. We're working on several new ideas for songs and have planned a solid practising schedule for the next month or so.
We're also planning another CD release later this year which we hope will be a lot more interesting than your usual EP production and launch.
Our next gig is with The Bronze at the Rocket Room on March 19th. The Bronze are launching their debut album "A Waltz for Lost Souls"

We’d like to say a big thanks to all for accepting requests from friends or adding yourselves to the Stellas Kitchen FB page. Its been a great ride over the past year and a half for my brothers and I and watching the numbers grow at shows and on our page has been very rewarding. So thanks for the support!

We’ve managed to achieve quite a lot in such a short time as a band and Im excited about 2010 and beyond.

For me 2009 had some great highlights.

Our debut release of the ‘Fundamentals’ EP at the Amplifier bar to over 400 people was the biggest milestone for Stellas Kitchen to date. Distributed across Australia via Firestarter has seen us gain sales, radio airplay and positive reviews in music press across the nation. Appearing on Channel 7’s Telethon was an experience I wont forget, (especially as I tore my hamstring the same day in a drunken 50m sprint challenge with mates and needed pain killers to get on stage that night!).

We had a great time as always, with our great friends and comrades in brotherhoodness - Homebrewe, at their CD launch last friday nite at Amplifier!!  

This Friday night we support touring Sydney band The Sunpilots at The Rocket Room in Northbridge. This show is part of The Sunpilots' "Animals In My Mind Tour". Our friends and great local Perth band Hailmary  also are playing along with Stereoflower. Hailmary are just back from recording and gigging in the USA!! Friday night is their first show back in Perth. Can't wait to hear some of their songs!!

Join us on Saturday 14th November for McHappy Day at McDonalds in Morley as we're back again this year to help raise money for the Ronald McDonald House charities.

RMHC provide accommodation for families so that they can stay at or near the hospital while their child is being treated. As many as 300 families will be sleeping at a Ronald McDonald House tonight and 5,000 families each year.

Our Next Show - we play with the Sunpilots at the Rocket Room on Friday 14th of November.
The Sunpilots are a touring band from Sydney
Animals In My Mind tour.

The Sunpilots - 11- 11:45
Hail Mary - 10:00-10:40
Stellas Kitchen – 9:05- 9:40
Stereo Flower – 8:15- 8:45

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=137009788040&ref=nf

We are playing at Amplifier bar with our great friends Homebrewe for their debut Album Launch on 6th November.. this show is going to rock. Blackwater Station are on the bill too!! all details for the show are found here - HOMEBREWE Album Launch ("MY OWN NEMESIS")
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=107431127063

We are currently reforming with a greater emphasis on flutes, theremins and electro pop afro beats.... well not really.. Its a quiet coupla weeks for us until we join our good friends Homebrewe at the Amplifier Bar for the launch of their album "My Own Nemesis" on Friday 6 November.

So we're working on new song ideas for our live set. Hopefully over the next few weeks we'll be ready to include more new material into our shows. Our new songs seem to be taking us into more diverse styles and dynamic of song which has been really rewarding.   It feels like we're growing and maturing as a band, and getting better!  Hopefully if you've been following us for a while now you can see that coming out in our performances too.  Theres nothing like hard work and time out there gigging .. and PRACTISE.

Hey guys… well even though Dan tore his hamstring in a 50m race on sat and was on painkillers all day and night, we still made it down to the PEC for our live acoustic telethon performance. Don’t worry as soon as we get the video footage of his Gary Lyonesque injury we’ll post it up for all to enjoy!

We’d like to say how cool it was that many of you all stayed up, recorded or set alarms to watch our performance on Telethon, it is soo awesome. We had a blast and really enjoyed being able to be part of the whole cause. One of the most moving things we encountered was a personal message from a friend about Leah Holman and her 6 year old son Kael being in PMH and how if we could say a shout out to them while on Telethon it would make their day. As we have a large family (we have 2 more sisters and another brother) we thought it would be perfect if did more than just mention them, but dedicate our song ‘Still Around’ to them. Its all about saying the things we oft

We've been fortunate enough to be asked to perform on this years Channel 7 Telethon.

Telethon raises record amounts each year improve the lives of children and young people throughout Western Australia.  One of Telethon's main beneficaries is the Princess Margaret Hospitall

Telethon is on this weekend, the 3rd & 4th of October and we are playing early (really early) Sunday morning at around 1:25 AM.  So come on down to the Perth Convention Centre on your way home (from your Saturday night disco dancing) and join the studio audience. We’re playing acoustic versions of our songs “Still Around” and “Steal Your Mind”.  Otherwise tune in or set your VHS recorders to Channel Seven!

Its been a busy few months for us of serious gigging with uncharted Live, support of touring artists Dave Evans, the Choirboys, but most of all our debut release 'Fundamentals' EP at the Amplifier Bar. Its been a great ride this year and we can't wait to see whats next around the corner.

But this coming long weekend, we're part of a show which brings us back to where we first started - the Newport Hotel ...This show's Free Entry and reminds us of why we put Stellas Kitchen together... because we love music and love playing with family and friends!

The Clock Strikes were the first band we befriended when starting out 2 years ago and now they are returning for their first show in almost a year! Our cousin Vincent has been like a silent member of Stellas Kitchen too. And with his new solo career starting out, its awesome how we have the opportunity to support his first show in Perth before heading back to Melbourne.

Come down and see us at the Newport t

Hey guys...

We'd like to send out a big thanks to those who came down to the PMH Foundation show at the  Flybynight Club on Saturday night

Was a heap of fun and most of all it was great to be part of a show that raised over $14,000 for the PMH foundation on the night

That was a great effort by Lisa Johns from  Muthaz who organised the entire show herself.

Homebrewe, Muthaz, Stellas Kitchen and the Choirboys all were solid in performance. Mark, Ian and the guys from Choirboys were really cool guys and they really should be commended for coming all the way over from Sydney for Lisa just to do this show for no charge! What support!!

Thanks to Julie Pedulla for hosting the night in style and the sponsors Kosmic, Altitud Real Estate and Castlelion wines.

Cant wait for the next show and hope to see even more of you guys down to support!

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The Choirboys are coming to Perth for very special event for the PMH Foundation. This one off show has been inspired by the very unfortunate story of Nicholas Johns who lost his struggle with cancer at the age of 2

Many have given a lot to get this gig off the ground and we can't wait to throw our support into it too and represent all you guys this Saturday night! (12th Sept). The show kicks off with Muthaz @ 7:00PM sharp, Howbrewe, Stellas Kitchen and then the Choirboys.

Saturday is approaching fast so  now or head down to the Flybynight Club in Freo on the night to get your ticket!

We all hope to see you there - all concert proceeds go to the PMH!

The Choirboys are coming to Perth for 1 show only and its a very special event for the PMH Foundation.

This one off show has been inspired by the very unfortunate story of Nicholas Johns who lost his struggle with cancer at the age of 2. After her tragic loss, Nicholas's mother Lisa Johns struggled with putting her life back together. Motivated by her son and a dream to help other families and kids who lean on the PMH foundation, Lisa decided to form a band comprised of Mothers.

With no musical experience herself, Lisa held auditions to find Mothers with similar personalities and attitudes, not musical ability. Muthaz was formed in 2007 and the quest to become a band that existed to raise money for charities begun.

As a Choir Boys fan, Lisa approached Mark Gable and the story moved him so much that they wanted to help Lisa's dream become a reality.

CHOIRBOYS
Stellas Kitchen
Homebrewe
Muthaz

LIVE FROM 7pm

Following on from the successful volumes of the 'Grow Your Own' series, the new 'Upload THREE' is the third in the new series of alternative rock orientated emerging Australian artists from Foghorn Records. All of the bands featured are playing their local scene and/or interstate as well as many of them garnering coveted JJJ airplay. The release features 20 tracks of cutting edge music from across the country and will be available for digital download on all online services as well as CD format in-store and at all live shows. The CD will be showcased live across the country in 2009.  The CD goes on sale in stores from August 31.

Our Song ‘Talking To’ features on this years Grow Your Own compilation making its way around the country. You can download a free MP3 of "Talking To" from our website by going to our music section.

Tooheys Extra Dry (TED) Australia are doing their bit for supporting the growth and nurture of Australian original music with uncharTED Live.

Over the next 2 months, a series of live shows are being organised across Australia. 4 FREE ENTRY shows will be in Perth at the Amplifier Bar and we've been asked to play on the opening night this Thursday, 13th Aug.

Here's more details about the LIVE shows being planned across Australia below from the UncharTED site.

Just letting you know about our first gig after our EP Launch at Amplifier Bar (which was our best ever gig to date).

We're going to harness that same vibe for our next show on the 1st of August at the Charles Hotel, in North Perth.
An invitation to the Event is attached outlining all the gig details. We cant wait to play, and will be on before Dave just after 8pm.

Hey guys,

Thanks to Firestarter Distribution you can check the leading edge music website to search for a cd store that is nearest you for the 'Fundamentals' EP.
Leading Edge Music

Simply enter in your postcode or your suburb and hit search. Either visit the store or order online.

Also, check out the review here by Faster Louder for our EP launch at Amplifier Bar.

WOW! what a show last night!

We're on cloud 9 at the moment! Thanks to everyone who came last night! over 400 people through the door, another massive night for the Amplifier Bar !

We'd like to thank the bands who supported us and shared this pinnacle event.
Homebrewe, Peverall and Sneaky Weasel Gang were all on fire on the night.

Plus you guys who came down and rocked with us as we belted out the new songs with our old -  having you guys there singing and cheering us on was the best!


We cant wait to do it all again for you. But for now, we're savouring the moment and I can tell you, our debut EP launch will be a moment we'll cherish forever.

Thanks for sharing this all with us.

Hey Guys,

Just a quick reminder about the launch of our debut EP 'Fundamentals' this Friday night at the Amplifier Bar.

Its shaping up to be a big one thanks to the great support we have been getting for it.

Cant wait to launch this EP! The songs were a result of recording sessions last year and we are happy that this EP will represent how diverse we can be as a band.

Looking forward to playing some new tunes on friday night ! The new music we are writing now is exciting for us as it feels like we are reaching new ground that we havent tapped into before.



By the way, our track 'Searching' from the EP was in the top 10 on SYN Radio in Melbourne last week.

check the link below....
http://syn.org.au/music/sweet16/archive/193

anyway, thanks again for your support and see you at the show.

We are so excited to let you know that we will be officially releasing our debut EP at the Amplifier Bar in Perth on the 3rd July. Thanks to Adam and Heidi from Firestarter, our EP will be available in CD stores across Australia. So for any of you guys interstate that cant get to the show, be sure to go in to your local CD store and ask.

As this is a milestone for us we would like to thank you all for support online, coming to shows and following our growth and progress to date. We'd love to see you down at this show to celebrate our EP and share part of the history with us.

We will be supported by very special guests - Homebrewe, Peverall and Sneaky Weasel Gang - all of whom are headline acts in their own right. This will be a great sample of the quality Perth has to offer and we are very happy to have these guys play with us.



Thanks again and hope to see you all down for this show, its going to be big.


 

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As part of the Western Australian Music Industry's (WAMi) Annual Festival, WAMi put on a series of showcase gigs and they're on this coming weekend. We've been selected for a show organised at the Newport Hotel in Fremantle on sunday the 10th of May.

Feels like ages since we've played, so we'd love to see you guys there! We have some new songs which we cant wait to play.

We're on this years WAMi "Kiss My Wami" CD. As part of the WAMi festival each year WAM organise showcase gigs over the weekend at various perth local hotspots. We're playing with Columbia, Diamond Eye & Homebrewe at the Newport Hotel. Hope you'll come down!

Hey guys,

We're playing next week on sunday at the Annual Minnawarra Festival in Armadale.
We will be on at about 1pm on the main stage.

It will be great to finally get up and play the new songs.

Yes, it is with much disappointment that we confirm the Noiseworks and Stellas Kitchen show is canceled. As support act we're not really in the position to be saying anything official, especially as we don't even know if the matter could turn legal, but at the same time we feel something has to be said as people are asking us in droves! On the weekend the decision was made by the venue, but we were hoping that it may still go ahead or venue be changed etc.  But that has not been the case and that venue has stuck to their shock decision to cancel it.

We have been talking direct to Noisework's manager and they are just as disappointed and when Noiseworks pass on official statements to us, we will forward that to all as well.  We'll stay in touch with Noiseworks and will try to secure another show with them in the future.

We're supporting Noiseworks at the Elcaballo Resort on Saturday 28th March. An Iconic Australian band from the 80’s and 90’s, Noiseworks are back by popular demand for a National Tour. Jon Stevens and all the original band members will belt out their classics for this One Show Only in Perth.
Tickets on Sale Now Call (08) 95733777
$77.00 Adults and $38.50 Children (under 15 yrs)
Or Book online:
http://www.elcaballo.com.au/booking.asp

Our track ‘Baby’ has been selected to feature on the ‘Busta’ Compilation CD, which is a special Christmas release in Europe by Midfinger Records.

Midfinger Records is an Indie label based in Varese (Italy) and London (UK).  Over 20,000 copies of Busta are distributed throughout Europe in clothes shops, clubs, galleries and universities.  Busta is an innovative, highly targeted and designed to be collected. Besides the compilation, each Busta Envelope contains flyers, leaflets, gadgets and information on cultural events, festivals, clubs, galleries, shops and fashion. We'll update you all on release dates and any possible success for Stellas Kitchen and 'Baby' as we get our song heard overseas!

We're proud to be supporting McDonalds Mchappy Day Saturday 15th November. We'll be serving, cooking and breaking health and saftety regulations at McDonalds in Morley from about 12PM.

We have a couple of shows coming up before xmas. Our main focus till the end of this year is time in the studio recording our debut album.

Diesel is back in Perth playing some shows in November -  we'll certainly be checking him out again when he comes to play, so should you!!

We've arrived back safely from Melbourne. We had a blast on that crazy AFL weekend in Melbourne.. Many thanks to the Romeo boys for looking after us at their pizza shop in Footscray!

Our next show is at the Rosemount Hotel in North Perth Saturday the 4th of October. The night will be huge and we hope to see you there. Its FREE ENTRY & Free Stellas Kitchen Special edition CD Demos and SK merchandise to be given away...AND A FREE PHOTO WITH MOO!!! We wont be playing for a month or so after this gig as we need to get our heads down and record, so we're hoping you can come down.

Hey guys...we want to give you a Stellas Kitchen wrist band! We will be getting these in about two weeks, so if you would like one, just message us at sk@stellaskitchen.com.au with your name and address and we will send one out to you.

Its going to be a busy next couple of months for us! You will see we have quite a few shows coming up on our page - most notably the Grow Your Own Official national compilation CD WA Launch at the Rocket Room on September the 12th.

Also, we have booked three shows in Melbourne in the AFL Grand Final weekend.  So for you Melbournians that have asked us to come over, we'll be at the Espy and the Pony. We are so excited to play for you guys! More details will be on the gig page as we get them. Plus we are busy squeezing in recording sessions where possible to get our EP finished. We should get this done before December; if not it might be a great way to start 2009!

With the release of the national compilation CD by Foghorn Records, "Grow Your Own Upload 2", we have our track "Baby" available for download on iTunes!
Search for Baby by Stellas Kitchen on iTunes.