New Video Clips _____________ A bunch of high def video clips have been mixed and edited from our Dec 3 gig at Carnegie Hall. There are some really great performances and quite a few crowd shots to make it interesting for all. Check out the 'Samples' page. _____________ 2012 ________ The Substitutes will be picking and choosing where we play in 2012 so there will be fewer but better opportunities to see us. 50+ gigs a year for 5+ years is a pace that was unsustainable. The gigs in 2012 will therefore be special, so special. ______________ Carnegie Again ____________ Our second sellout in a row! Thanks heaps to all of our dance mad supporters for helping make Carnegie Hall Melbourne's best retro live music venue. New bass player Paul Gadsby was on fire. Check out the link to a video of "Carol" on this page. See you soon! _____________ Carnegie Crowd _____________ Our July 2 gig at Carnegie Hall was a sell out - 220+ people helped us have a wild time together. Special thanks to guest vocalists Jenny Goldsmith and Paul Wookey ("Sunshine of Your Love"). We are having a well earned break until September but see you then! _____________ '80s on the Edge ______________ As a special end of year treat for all fans of quality dance music, a special '60s vs '80s music event has been arranged with the well known and respected '80s on the Edge band. For one night only Pete Robinson and Peter Summers will present the music of two musical decades.See it all happen at the Bentleigh Club (downstairs) on November 19. More information will follow. ______________ Wow! ___________ The debut gig of the new lineup was sensational! A capacity crowd at the Nighthawk (11/6) filled the place with love and affection enabling us to play above ourselves. Paul Gadsby (new bass player) was at ease and displayed a unique stage presence as he provided the sort of rhythmic drive we've never experienced before. In the words of one of the many Facbook comments "Paul Gadsby has made a great band incredible". There are some pix of the gig on the 'Pictures' page. Come see us for yourself at Carnegie Hall on July 2. _____________ Back By Request ______________ The Substitutes have returned by popular demand with a new linedup and improved sound. Check out the debut of version 3.0 of the band at the Nighthawk on June 11. See ya. ______________ Facebook Thanks _______________ A big thanks to the many people who signed up to the 'We Want The Substitutes Back' Facebook page. It's good to feel wanted and the new lineup of the band will endeavour to surpass our previous bests.

"Hi Guys - thank you for a most memorable; entertaining and fun filled show in many years. I know it was your first trip to Geelong - but can assure you it will not be your last. Your spread of fantastic music from one of the golden era's of music bought back so many great memories - all from a range of international artists across the UK, Australia and the US. It makes you realise just how important it was - at the time - in developing the Australian music scene to what it is today.", email 10/12/11 Graham Rawlins ____________ "That was just about the best subs gig ever! - I liked the Ken Russell tribute bracket, given as how he died last week", David Mann, 5/12/11 ------------------- youtube comment from wildnites558 re Lazy Sunday Afternoon "Sounded pretty good. Not an easy song to cover, has it's quirks, key changes, etc...and Not easy to cover Steve Marriot vocals and still sound convincing." 5/6/11. _________ "Great job boys. Classic." youtube comment re Itchycoo Park from neilerfreak 3/4/11. _________ "Great Cover" youtube comment re Hold Me Tight from gatorlost 2/4/11. _________ "solid, nice vox" youtube comment re Woodstock from ferrier66 29/3/11. _________ "hey, you guys do a lot of stuff from my psychedelic collection, and with enjoyable authenticity. I wonder if you do matchstick men, or substitute? Thanks, alo" youtube comment re Friday on My Mind from alo12340 20/3/11. _________ "Excellent loved that, thought the drummer really enjoyed himself" youtube comment re Hold Me from gatorlost 13/3/11. _________ "awesome-among the inspiration for the band's name?" youtube comment re Substitute from alo12340 2/3/11. _________ "G'day Pete, Great to see you guys again..It's a very different show now with Nigel hitting those high notes...we love it!", email from John Lysaght, 12/12/10 __________ "Hi, just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your DVD . My son Sam filmed it with his mate Michael . I knew all the songs you did! Hope to catch a show one day. Regards Brendan" email from Brendan Mitchell 11/12/10 ______________ "Hi Peter, Thanks for a great night of dancing last Sat at Kew RSL. Glad to have you back there. From your newsletter, Spenserlive looks a great venue for live music and hope you can play there more often, great for those who live north of the yarra. Cheers" email from Ailsa 29/11/2010. _______________ "Hi guys, I haven't e-mailed you before but I've just gotta say - Another excellent gig !!! I was the tall doofus going 'sha-a-ake it, baby' during your fantastic version of John Lee Hooker / the Animals' "Boom Boom". Great to hear you do Cathy Come Home . I also love that you're into the Small Faces. Thanks again for another top night!" email from David Mann 21/06/10. ______________ "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