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Brown Trout Festival
Waitahora Valley, lan 23-25. An unpretentious; cosy gathering o'f about 2500 people, the fourth Brown Trout Festival took place on Wellington's Anniversary weekend, in Waitahora Valley, near Dannevirke. . Kicking;the festival off were the Wellington-based Mangawekas, with a wise selection of lively, danceable, R&B numbers. Saturday afternoon brought on the Instigators, a . five-piece ska/rock band from Auckland, who were plagued by mixing' problems. Nonetheless, they were an immediate success with their irresistable dance beat, and somewhat bitter lyrical content. The Midge Marsden Connection took prime time on Sunday night, with an eager and receptive audience, thoroughly warmed up by a good day's music. Midge harped his way on stage with 'Little ; Red Rooster', setting a pace that didn't relax "during | the 90-minute set. The crowd was just as enthusiastic, raising an eye-watering dust cloud to 'Route 66' and Midge's ownL'live"iTalk'/^frSß^Kßfcß^ The perverse weather experienced all weekend culminated in an untimely downpour straight after Midge. For those who persevered, Monday . brought the sun and an inspired performance from the Neighbours. The highlight was a heartwarming rendition of Bobby Bland's 'Yolanda', with Rick Bryant displaying his strong, .soulful voice to an engrossed audience. . Mention must also be made-of Taihape's Daggy and the Dickheads, who stole Saturday night with their tight Stones and Costello covers. Credit too, to portly MC lan Watkins' timely appearances and witticisms. A small crowd, an intimate and relaxing atmosphere, and the chance to view local talent. Let's hope that Brown Trout will continue in this form as an annual event.
Susie Fraser
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Rip It Up, Issue 55, 1 February 1982, Page 18
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