Attendance record! _______________ We not only had a fantastic gig at Carnegie Hall lon Feb 6 but we set a new attendance record (250+). This is an indication of how the word is spreading, not only about us, but about what a great venue Carnegie Hall is. If you haven't already been there, check out www.carnegiehall.com.au or see us there again on May 1. _______________ New Videos _____________ There are seven new videos on the Samples page : "Instant Karma", "Happy Xmas - War is Over", "Groovin", "Simon Says", "On the Road Again", "I'll Be Back" and "Carry On". All worth a look. _____________ New Year's Eve _____________ Was a huge success and a sad farewell to Khyats Hotel that will cease to have live music from now on. Swanee, MLC and ourselves had a great night expecially after the cool change came! We also had an adventurous Jenny, the go go dancer, demonstrate some '60s dancers and were then joined by Kath and Judy (got their names right at last) who did a great job singing on two anthemic John Lennon songs (check the video clips on the Samples page). Thanks to Jenny, Kath and Judy and all of you who have supported us so much this past year - especially The Crew. We promise to continue delivering with spirit and energy and add some more new songs. We will be playing a little less so you'll have to plan more to see us. This is to preserve our health and sanity. See you in 2010! ________ Carnegie Hall ___________ November 21 - wow, what a night! Over 200 people danced all night on November 21 just like it was 1968 at the Thumpin' Tum (minus the drugs!). The crowd participation in "Instant Karma" was a real buzz for all of us - there will be more like this. This venue is fantastic and we play there next on 6/2/2010. Don't miss it. ____________ My Generation ____________ Check out our new video clip of this song on the 'Samples' page - it rocks! ________ 2010 ________ The sheer volume of gigs (57 in 11 months) that we have played this year has affected our well being so we have decided to play less in 2010 and only at venues that are good for us and the audiience. It means that you'll see a band performing at its peak rather than just soldiering on. We think this is a win/win situation. _______ New Pix _______ Visit the 'Pictures' and 'Friends' pages for a bunch of great new pix. ________ Mailing List _________ We are finally building an eMailing List for those of you who'd like to be advised what we're doing and when. Just click on envelope graphic at the foot of the page. Go on... _____________ youtube _____________ All of the youtube links on the Song List page to '60s artists and songs have now been validated. Youtube is always removing videos that infringe copyright so it's a moving target. There are also new clips of The Substitutes playing 'Psychotic Reaction', and others on the Samples page. ______________ Delusions? _________ If youtube is a representative sample of what the world has to offer in regards to modern '60s bands, we have to be #1! No other youtube band covers the range of material that we do (with the right instrumentation) and no-one actually seems to play with the same passion. Or are we just deluded? Who's better, who's best?

"NYE - such a well organised night. Just wanted to say that we had a simply wonderful night and one we'll remember for a long time - it was just the best! Many thanks" email from Gillian Olesky 5/1/10. ______________ "Hi, we went to the Williamstown RSL on Saturday night and thought you guys were fabulous. We danced all night and can't wait to see you again. Will bring more of our friends next time. Thanks again for a great night" email from Carmel Coyne 1/11/09. ______________ "Hi Peter, Thanks once again for a fantastic performance on Sunday afternoon. Our guests have been raving about you. We will organise a group to go to Carnegie Hall" email from Kerrie Stevens 18/8/09. ______________ "Great gig guys. Coxy is now a fan and you never get him out to see the local talent any more", myspace comment from Matt O'Brien, 26/5/09 ______________ "Hello Peter, Just received the DVD. You've got a new fan in France Europe World. Please say hello to Joey and Lulu ! Many thanks" email from Guy Sassolas, 23/5/09 ____________ "Thanks Peter, I was at Nighthawk in Mentone last night - had a ball and the fact that I have virtually no voice today is an indication of how loud I was singing - I even had a few dances - that hasn't happened in a long long time. Will definitely be back to see you guys again", email from John Lysaght, 5/4/2009 ____________ "Hi Guys, saw you blokes at the Maroondah Club at East Ringwood on Saturday night and thought you were fantastic. Have spoken to a few people including one of the bar staff and we'll see you again" email from Dave Myors 16/03/09 ____________ "One of Gig Guide's favourite local bands is back for 2009. Now those who know the writer socially will know that he doesn't normally suffer cover bands gladly, but a welcome exception is made with The Substitutes. Dedicated to playing only the best music of the 1960's these guys are guaranteed to get the dance floor moving." from Matthew Frederick editor of The Age EG Gig Guide, 30/1/09. ____________ "Pete, Pete, Pete and Dennis, quite agree that NYE at Mentone was absolutely sensational! For mine, you blokes were the stand outs of the night." email from Tony Stone, 10/1/2009 ____________ "The Substitutes are simply the best 60's cover band I have ever seen. No gimmicks, just outstanding interpretation and delivery of those classic songs I grew up with. Guys you are simply fantastic. [Everyone else] if ever you have the opportunity to see and hear this band live, do so." email from Geoff Alway 22/11/08. ________ " Hi Pete great show last night and thanks for making it a rockin groovy happening Man!", email from Frank Davidson, General Manager of 2AY Albury, 25/10/08 _______ "Hi there Peter, thanks so much to you and the Substitutes for such a fantastic night at the Bentleigh Club on September 20. My friends and I all had a ball, everyone really enjoyed your music. It was such a great way to celebrate my 40th and I will treasure my wonderful memories of the night forever!! Looking forward to seeing lots more of you all in the future. Cheers!!" email from Di Woodhouse 29/9/2008. _______ "Williamstown, Mentone, Elwood - You guys are great. I'll keep coming back for more as long as the music keeps going. Your version of P.J.Proby's "Hold Me" is better that his version. It can't get better - can it??????? I'll have to come back to see!!!! The best 60's entertainment I've ever experienced - Heaven will be like this - a night or afternoon listening to you and dancing the gig away." email from Mary-anne Balabin, 25/07/2008 ________ "I stumbled upon you guys on "You Tube", I was actually lookin' for songs by The Who, I played all your demo's, and then looked up your website. I was so impressed that I felt obliged to come watch you play live. So, with my wife and and another couple (friends of mine whom I convinced) we came to the Nighthawk Blues in Mentone last Sat. night 12/7/08. We had a great night. You blew me away with every cover of the 60's that you did. We definitely will come watch you again!!!! Keep on a'rockin' and thanks for entertaining us!!! Regards" email from Doug Jeffreys 15/07/2008. ________ "I think The Substitutes are a perfect band that you wanna dance to", email from Matt Henrichmann, 23/5/2008, German DJ. ________ "Hi Peter, I just wanted to mention that you guys really 'rocked' at the Nighthawk last Saturday night. Even though my friends and I were supposedly 'playing it cool' at the back of the room, we really enjoyed ourselves. The Nighthawk has an atmosphere that really suits the vibe of your band and I certainly intend going to see you there again. Keep up the good work, regards, Jeff." email 25/3/08 from Jeff Wiener of The Quarrelmen. _________ "Hi Guys, my daughter Ashlee and I had a ball at Jane's birthday party on Saturday night. You brought back so many memories and ALL the songs were first class but "Hold Me" was the standout song." email from Elaine Clements 2/3/2008 _________ "Peter, I just wanted to put in my 2 bob & thank you for a great evening. We (& from the feed back I have had) & everyone loved you guys. Thanks for making it a great 60th" email from Larry Light, 12/2/2008. _________ "Can't wait to see you. I have found out you are performing at the Eltham R S L on Feb 16, and I will be there with Bells on. Another Baby Boomber" - email from Dianne Mac 9/2/08 _________ "Are you coming to the USA? I would love to see your show!" - Abraham Ovadia, Vermont USA., 29/1/08 ______________ "Have seen you at Nighthawk twice in 07. Am going on 2 Feb. Great sound boys!!! Keep it up for many moons to come." email from Kev Arthurson 25/1/08 ______________ "Great! Remember the good times!" - comment from youtube subscriber BeatReloaded 29/12/2007 in regard to our version of "Friday on My Mind". _________ "Very good version of a classic song. Sounded great. Cheers, Chris." comment from youtube subscriber deltachris on 28/12/2007 in regard to our version of "Going up the Country". _________ "Superb!!!" - comment from youtube subscriber 589353346 in regard to our version of "Sunny Afternoon". ____________ "Pete, another great show last night at Bentleigh" - Kevin Bolt email 4/11/07 ____________ "How can you forget the fantastic Substitutes, we saw them on the grand opening of Opus, was really an awesome night. The three bands were great, I believe that the Substitutes are on at Opus at Bentleigh Club on Saturday the 3rd Nov, c u there" ex youtube from sminga55. ____________ "Excellent!" ex youtube re "Oh Well (Part 1)" from Emmett006 29/10/2007 ____________ re "It's All Over Now" on youtube from quundar "It's a Bobby Womack song. This verson is close to "original" version by the Stones & far better than what they are doing these days. Keith's first solo was an absolute murder, & I appreciate the Substitute's guitarist for his fidelity/personal work. thanks" 26/10/2007 __________ re "The Loved One" on youtube : "What a great version. I saw you guys last night at bentleigh and you were great. Where are you on next????????" - glugsy 13/10/07 ____________ "Outstanding! " - barbh1 (youtube) 12/10/2007 re "Rosalyn" by the Pretty Things. ____________ "Love the band. Saw you in August at Kew RSL. Certainly brought back plenty of great memories. thanks Kevin Bolt", 10/10/2007 ____________ "hi Peter. Good Show Sat Nite! [Ormond Hall]" - Hugh McSpeddon, father of psychedelic lighting shows in the 1970' - 8/10/07. _____________ "Hi Peter, We had an absolute BALL! [at Ormond Hall] Your band is great. The adventure kept going after we left. Tried for ages to get a taxi and eventually went out the front to see if I could grab one coming by. One pulled up and two women were just arriving, they were soo disappointed that they had missed…not spectrum…the substitutes!". Sheryl Vivian, 8/10/07. _____________ Re Everlovin' Man : "Could almost swear Gerry Humphreys had come back to life! Good!" - 5micky2 _____________ Re "Oh Well" : "Wow, you guys are good.I like the sound of the acoustic in this song.Amazing" - HALLOWEDSTEFF _____________ re "Sorry" : "wow great job guys.iam big fan of easybeats and this is a teriffic rendition" - habdon