With the festive season upon us, clubs and venues are starting to hold their annual Christmas rock n roll dances in the month of December. This weekend, Jon & Zoe's Alleycatz kicked it off with their annual White Christmas Ball held at two venues - the Hungarian Club in Wantirna South and the Polish Club in Sunshine. Both events were sold out early. Kid James Trio which is one of Melbourne's... [Read More]
Submitted Dec 04, 2022 - 11:45 AM by Jitterbug -
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Imagine being placed in a time machine and get transported back to the 1950's era when rock n roll first bursts open like an all consuming fireball thrusting itself almost uninvited, and rudely intruded and interrupted the very conservative 1950's social fabric, culture and values as well as the music & dance scene at that period in time. There was Elvis the King, Bill Haley & the... [Read More]
Submitted Jul 05, 2022 - 11:52 AM by Jitterbug -
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After a two year delay due to Covid, DJ Ashley plus Jonathan and Zoe from the Alleycatz were finally inducted into VRRDA’s Hall of Fame to celebrate the huge contribution and their dedication in promoting 1950’s style rock n roll music and dancing. Well done and my congratulations!
DJ Ashley, for many years, was legendary as the promoter of venues in Melbourne for live music and... [Read More]
Submitted Jul 04, 2022 - 9:13 AM by Jitterbug -
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Another fantastic 1950's style rock n roll festival staged last week in Coolangatta, Queensland. Like in previous year, the Cooly Rocks On festival is free entry to all events and band performances with the exception of the Elvis tributes and competition which is a ticketed event. The weather was warm and sunny during the day all week and those coming from the colder southern states absolutely... [Read More]
Submitted Jun 14, 2022 - 9:35 PM by Jitterbug -
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This is a copy of the newspaper reporting by Star News of Rock n Suzie’s Good Friday Appeal dance held last week. I was contacted for permission to use the pictures that l took during the event which, of course, l was more than happy to oblige. Great advertising for a wonderful charity event, and for rock n roll music and dancing! Well done to everyone involved in the event from Sue Dodson &... [Read More]
Submitted Apr 20, 2022 - 9:02 AM by Jitterbug -
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After a lapse of two years due to Covid 19, Rock 'n' Suzie held a Good Friday Appeal rock 'n' roll dance in Pakenham with all proceeds going to charity and the Royal Children's Hospital. Close to $8,000 was collected during the event. Over 350 rockers including some very young up and coming ones, turned up to dance for charity. Classic and vintage cars were on display and some 1950's merchandise... [Read More]
Submitted Apr 16, 2022 - 7:39 AM by Jitterbug -
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As announced by the Victorian Premier, dancing is back and can resume in all venues from today (Friday, 19/11/21). Lets all go out in support of live music in pubs, clubs and organised venues and have a great time enjoying rock n roll dancing. See pic of Jon & Zoe from the Alleycatz as featured on the front page of the Herald Sun newspaper this morning ......
Submitted Nov 19, 2021 - 11:48 AM by Jitterbug -
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Live rock n roll music is back in Melbourne! After a period of several months of inactivity due to Covid rules, it was great to be seeing live rock n roll music again. The Rockin' Tones played at St Andrews Hotel last Sunday afternoon to a good crowd. They entertained us with their usual classic 1950's rock n roll tunes to the delight of rockers who were obviously feeling so glad to be at their... [Read More]
Submitted Nov 08, 2021 - 11:12 AM by Jitterbug -
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2021 Victorian Rock’n’Roll Dance State Championships
Saturday 4 September 2021
In the wake of the COVID-19 worldwide crisis, and in particular, the Victorian restrictions, the Victorian Rock’n’Roll Dance Association has now re-scheduled the Victorian Rock’n’Roll Dance State Championships, fromr May 15, 2021 to 4 September, still at
St Sava Church Hall,... [Read More]
Submitted Aug 19, 2020 - 12:13 PM by RobE -
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Westside Cruisers Hot Rod
& Custom Car Club
Presents
JUMP n JIVE & DJ Jeff
@ Laverton Bowls Club
77-87 Hall Ave, Altona Meadows
Entry $20 pp ... [Read More]
Submitted Mar 11, 2024 - 10:10 PM by DJ Jeff Poole -
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Friday 29th March @ Pakenham Hall
Cnr John & Henry Streets
12 NOON - 6pm Doors open 11am - No table bookings Bookman Vincents Itchy Fingers ... [Read More]
Submitted Mar 10, 2024 - 5:58 PM by DJ Jeff Poole -
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Featuring the Rousers this Saturday 9/3/24
Start 7.30pm
Finish 11.30pm
Meals available from 5.30 till 7pm
( meal bookings direct to club
Italia 03 5250 2394 ) ... [Read More]
Submitted Mar 08, 2024 - 10:02 AM by alex stoich -
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Join Rick Hudson as he performs a tribute to both Elvis and Ricky Nelson at the fantastic Fonzie's Diner.
Friday 22 March
Meals from 6pm
Show 6:30pm-8:30pm
$20 cover... [Read More]
Submitted Mar 02, 2024 - 10:33 AM by Rick Hudson -
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The Rock'n'Roll Revival will be appearing as the headline act for the Ararat Jailhouse Rock Festival on Saturday 16 March at the Ararat Town Hall and again on Sunday 17... [Read More]
Submitted Mar 02, 2024 - 10:19 AM by Rick Hudson -
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