Sacrament Radio news

Good bye and Thank you! :)

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:22:45 GMT

Thank you to everyone who came to last weekends Electric Ballroom. It's such an honour to know that people traveled from far away places such as Wollongong, Newcastle, Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane, just for my last gig!! It literally took my breath away. *hugs*

Big Thanks also go out to all the lovely souls that have sent such kind words, since I announced the ending of Sacrament Radio. Naturally, it's far too time consuming to type all the letters and emails here, but I would like to share a couple of notes....

"A truly sad but understandable decision. You have given young musicians a chance to believe they add up in an industry that has tunnel vision. You will be sorely missed and always loved". Spectre (Puppetsphere).

"Thank you and THANK YOU for being you, your heart, spirit, support for The Last Dance and our music....
Leigh you are simply a gift and loved lots by myself and us. I wish you well, so much. HUGS". Rick (The Last Dance).

"I have always appreciated your existence on the airwaves and in the clubs. I particularly appreciate that in 20-odd years of making music, you are the only person who ever gave me radio airplay. More than that, the international listenership of your show rewarded me with fanmail from far away places like Canada and Sweden. Thank you, and good luck for the future". Kay (Antarctica Starts Here).

"Congratulations on 15 years of amazing radio. It's a huge understatement to say your show, one of 2rrr's most successful, will be missed". Dan Archer (former 2RRR presenter).

"Nice work Leigh. Thanks for the great work you've done and good luck in the future". Stu (Zombie Ghost Train).

"It's been awesomely great to have seen such a passionate girl do something she obviously loves. I'm going to miss tuning in on Wednesday nights and hearing Leigh's voice over the air". Phil (2SER/FBI/RRR).

"The goth-and-related community will not be the same without your involvement!! You have been a true pillar for so long now, it won't be the same without you at all. Ostia would be nothing without you! We will miss you..." Amps (Ostia)

"Sad to see you go. COTP wishes to thank you dearly for all the support you have offered. Hope the new challenges are just as colourful". Ellis (Crimes of the Primary).

"Guess I'll be one of many expressing shock at this. Thank you for being an inspiration, a role model and feature of 2RRR. You were determined, put energy into your show, did way more in the way of supporting and helping 2RRR than a lot of folk (eg: your Eternal Chapters CD and generally being concerned about the welfare of 2RRR). I also very much appreciate all the time you've taken over the years in creating Transmission programs and ensuring that Wednesday nights are filled with sound, and not dead air. Wednesdays just won't be the same!!! I'm very interested to see if 2RRR moves to retain the listener base you've established. I hope things are well with you and whatever you embark upon brings you happiness". Helen (2RRR)

Words cannot describe how I feel right now, but again....

THANK YOU! :D

Electric Ballroom presents Sacrament Radio's farewell!

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:11:42 GMT

Time to say goodbye...

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:16:42 GMT

Hey guys,

After 15 years of volunteering at Sydney's community radio station 2RRR, it's time to move on.
Since the very first Sacrament Radio aired on Wednesday 10 March 1993, I've met many creative souls, run various nightclubs and band nights, DJ'ed in many Australian cities, toured with various bands, broadcast the show worldwide via many stations, put together fundraising events, released a double compilation CD, introduced children to radio, was vice chair of 2RRR, met my closest and dearest friends, and oh so much more!!

Sacrament Radio will broadcast live for the very last time on Wednesday 26 March 2008 between 9pm and Midnight on 2RRR 88.5 FM. And I will have my last "DJ Leigh" moment at the upcoming Electric Ballroom on Saturday 22 March. I sincerely hope to see you there!

There are far too many people to mention when it comes to those that have helped Sacrament Radio over the years; but I would like to Thank Richard Bennett for all of the web site creating, hosting, broadcasting, and ad making etc.
Thanks also goes to community radio station 2RRR for renting this little freak air time for so long. There is no other station like 2RRR, for all of it's faults, (and believe me there are many), the various offers I received from many other stations to move could never compete with 2RRR giving me complete free reign to both play and say what I wanted, not what I was told too.
But, the biggest THANKS of all go out to all the listeners. The multitude of correspondence has been incredible, to say the very least.

When it comes to community radio, I feel I will always be involved in some small capacity, but for now my life sees a new direction, and Sacrament Radio has been an awesome experience.

Thanks for the memories,

Leigh

ELECTRIC BALLROOM!!!!

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:10:01 GMT

Ash and I have given in to all your demands and are bringing back Electric Ballroom for ONE NIGHT ONLY....
So make sure you keep Saturday, 22nd March 2008 free, for a night of awesome music, dance & drunken debauchery!
More details to come soon :)

Wednesday 9th January 2008

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:23:00 GMT

This Wednesday 9th January 2008 sees Leigh hosting both MMMH and Sacrament Radio, so tune in to 2RRR 88.5FM to hear her between 8pm and 11pm.

Hello!

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 23:27:33 GMT

I'm slowly etching away at updating every week's set list since my computer broke down late August. I know it's December, but I'm finally up to mid November, which is awesome (go look!), although I'm still waiting on set lists from other hosts (Matt Curley, Jo'h and Boyas). Tonight's Sacrament Radio will be the annual 'Kristmas Special', so tune in between 9 and 11pm for tunes about various religions etc. (Requests already taken). I hope this post finds you well! :)

Bless my soul it's rock 'n roll, x

LAURA

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 01:51:01 GMT

Melbourne post rockers LAURA are performing live this Friday night, 30th November at Bar Broadway with supports from Dead China Doll and Sleepmakeswaves. Doors open 9pm and I estimate that LAURA will be onstage at approximately 11pm. LAURA will be selling their three albums, as well as singles and T-shirts, so make sure you bring along extra cashola! I'm *really* looking forward to this gig and to seeing you there! :-)

Update!

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:55:06 GMT

With *mega big thanks* to a generous sponsor, I now have a new computer to help kick Sacrament Radio back into action! Tonight's show will be live and will feature new music from artists such as: Laura, The Snakes of Eden, Phanatos and others, as well as requsts from the past couple of months. Unfortunately there won't be time for phone in requests, but hopefully that will occur next week! Naturally this web site needs LOTS of updating, but as that requires a buckload of time, it will happen slowly - but surely! Thanks for your patience and keep tuning in to Sacrament Radio each Wednesday night between 9 and 11pm on Sydney's Community Radio Station 2RRR 88.5 FM. Peace, x

Update again...

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 13:12:57 GMT

The apple man cannot fix my computer and a new ibook is $1500 which I don't have, so unfortunately this web site will remain out of touch for a while. Apologies!
Also, Matt Curley will be hosting Sacrament Radio for the next two weeks while I do horse stuff... Brandy will be a special guest one week, and the other week is still a surprise at this stage!
I will endeavor to update you as soon as possible...
Take Care my sweets,

xx

Update of sorts

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 01:40:17 GMT

Thanks to Matt Curley for hosting Sacrament Radio over the past two weeks... Thanks go out to the many interviewed guests as well! :-)
I'm back live to air this Wednesday night, so feel free to email or phone in any requests you may have!
Also, my computer died and as it's the only computer I use to update the "This week" page on this web site, the page will remain outdated for a while unfortunately. Apologies!
Now, go and enjoy spring, x

UTBM

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 08:06:39 GMT

Matt Curley will be hosting this week's edition of Sacrament Radio, where he will be interviewing various people involved with this weeks Under the Blue Moon Festival. Tune in to 2RRR 88.5FM between 9 and 11pm to hear everything that you need to know. Happy listening! :-)

Neotokyo talks Bloodlust

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:56:27 GMT

Stephen (aka Neotokyo) is this week's guest on Sacrament Radio as interviewed by Matt Curley.

Shake Shake....!

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 15:28:50 GMT

The Graphics are performing live this Friday night, 17th August at the Excelsior Hotel in Surry Hills, with other artists such as: Dear Life, The Curse of Eve, Roma Saanta and An H Train. Doors open at 7pm, with $10 and photo ID required to enter, and The Graphics are on stage at 8:30pm sharp!! See you there :-)

The Kelpies say goodbye!

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 18:24:51 GMT

The last ever time that you can see The Kelpies perform live is this Saturday night, 11th August at the Excelsior Hotel in Surry Hills. The Kelpies were one of the very first Sydney punk bands of the 70's. If you have never caught them perform live, this Saturday night is your very last chance! Don't miss out...

Gigs this weekend...

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 01:26:15 GMT

Skull Squadron are performing live this Saturday night, 4th August, at the Hopetoun Hotel.
The Process Void are performing live this Sunday night, 5th August, at the Agincourt Hotel.

Harlequin Chaos

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 06:02:05 GMT

True Love Chaos and Harlequin are performing live this Thursday night, 26th July at Rock 'n Roll Mother Fucker which is held at Ruby Rabbit on Oxford Street. Bands onstage after 9pm.

This week's show...

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 07:58:27 GMT

This week's show will feature special guest Dark Elvis who will be talking about the Shadow Gallery event! Happy listening :-)

Arse

Wed, 04 Jul 2007 13:31:08 GMT

ArseTension is happening again this Saturday night, 7th July (7/7/07) at the Sly Flox Hotel, on Enmore Road. Ascension is from 8pm until 4am, with free entry - photo ID required. DJs include: Ash, Caterwaul, Dark Elvis and myself. Ash' first set is 9:40pm, so get there early!! Ash + I will do a versus set somewhere between 11pm and 1am, and my final set is at 1:30am. I look forward to seeing you there! :-)

This week's show....

Sat, 30 Jun 2007 08:40:41 GMT

This week's edition of Sacrament Radio will feature new music from Interpol and Editors. I will also be taking requests, so email them now too: info@sacramentradio.org , then tune in this Wednesday night between 9 - 11pm on Community Radio station 2RRR 88.5 FM. Happy listening! :-)

KAMRON

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 10:17:59 GMT

Kamron is performing a live acoustic solo set, tomorrow night (Thurs 28th June) at the Sandringham Hotel, King street, Newtown, onstage at 8:30pm. Kam will then front Harlequin who are performing live this Friday night, 29th June, at Bar Broadway, onstage at 10:30pm. Smell ya there!

Editors

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 09:39:37 GMT

Editors are heading to Australia and will be performing live in Sydney on Wednesday, 1st August at the Metro, with tickets available from this Wednesday! :-)

Gigs

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 09:17:16 GMT

Some gigs worth checking out:

True Love Chaos, Thursday 14th June, at Ruby Rabbit (Rock 'n Roll Muther Fucker), - Oxford Street, Darlinghurst
The Graphics, Friday 15th June, at Spectrum, - Oxford Street, Darlinghurst
Box of Fish, Friday 15th June, The Mandarin Club, Cnr Pitt + Goulburn Streets
Cut Off Your Hands, Saturday 16th June, Spectrum - Oxford Street, Darlinghurst
Zombie Ghost Train, Saturday 23rd June, Annandale Hotel, Cnr Parramatta Rd + Nelson Streets
The Red Paintings, Friday 29th June, The Factory Theatre, Enmore Road
Choir of Hard Knocks, Tuesday 17th July, Sydney Opera House

The Graphics

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 08:52:25 GMT

The Graphics are performing live this Wednesday night, 6th June at the Excelsior Hotel, with supports from Modern Life and Simon Day (acoustic). I look forward to seeing you there! :-)

Skull Squadron

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 02:45:17 GMT

Skull Squadron are performing live on Saturday, 2nd June at the Annandale Hotel, and they're onstage at approximately 10pm... Afterwards, you may enjoy Ascension at the Sly Fox Hotel, on Enmore Road! :-)

Host for this week....

Sat, 19 May 2007 05:37:39 GMT

Joe will be hosting this week's edition of Sacrament Radio.... Happy listening! :-)

LAURA

Wed, 16 May 2007 12:37:53 GMT

LAURA are performing live this Thursday night, 17th May, at the Annandale Hotel, in *surround sound*! Doors open at 7:30pm, with supports from Red Ghost + Further. Do not miss this one off surround sound performance... LAURA are onstage at approximately 10pm! See you there, x

Various bands performing live shortly...

Wed, 02 May 2007 13:41:53 GMT

If you're into live music, you might wanna check out the following gigs:

* THE LONGEST DAY are performing live at The Lansdowne Hotel (cnr City + Parramatta Rds, Camperdown), on Thursday, 10th May! :-)
* HOWLING BELLS are performing live at The Metro Theatre, on Friday, 11th May.
* LAURA are performing live, *in surround sound* at The Annandale Hotel, on Thursday, 17th May! :-)
* CUT COPY are performing live, at The Forum (Moore Park), on Saturday, 19th May.

Gigs!

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 01:39:22 GMT

This Saturday, 28th April 2007 sees:
* The Baddies, Brigitte Handley & the Dark Shadows, Jack Nasty Face, The Loathers + Dirt Track Demons, at The Empire Hotel, Annandale.
* Rocks, AVO, Ill + The Blurters, at the Vic on the Park, Enmore
* Spencer Jones + The Maladies, at the Hoey (Hopetoun Hotel, Surry Hills).

Also, grab your diary, and book yourself in for:
* Thursday 10th May 2007, The Longest Day, at The Lansdowne Hotel, Chippendale. WOO HOO! :-)

Inspired...

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 03:08:15 GMT

A big THANK YOU to community radio station 2RRR FM, for giving me the opportunity to entertain you all, for more than fourteen years. It's been an honour and a privillege! :-)

Sacrament Radio's Birthday!

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:34:52 GMT

This week, Sacrament Radio will be celebrating it's fourteenth birthday! As I will be taking requests, please think of a song or artist that Sacrament Radio introduced you too, or anything that inlvolves the number fourteen! You can send your requests via email, fax or letter, to the contact addresses that are listed at the bottom of the "Main page" of this web site. Tune in this Wednesday, 11th April 2007, from 9pm until 11pm to hear the Sacrament Radio 14th Birthday Special! Happy listening :-)