One of Melbourne’s newest cover bands - PLAYING ALL OZ HITS.
The WIZARDS of OZ plays only the best music on the planet: Oz Music! All those songs that you used to (and probably still do) dance, or sing along to. Whether it’s Khe San, Long Way to the Top, No Secrets, Rush You or Boys in Town, you’re assured a night that will bring those memories flooding back.
As a 6 piece band, presenting a totally live tribute to OZ Rock, the WIZARDS can perform just about anything from The Easybeats, Cold Chisel, and the Baby Animals to Powderfinger, Thirsty Merc and The Temper Trap. With a wealth of experience in the local cover band scene, you’re assured of a professional and entertaining show. It’s the desire to provide great entertainment that makes the WIZARDS one of the most dynamic and entertaining bands in Melbourne. Their passion for the music is obvious as they pay homage to all those bands you remember. A party atmosphere is guaranteed, as the WIZARDS present their own take on those classic Aussie hits. If you can’t dance, tap your feet or sing along to it, the WIZARDS don’t play it!
Sensational vocals, slick professional performance and great lighting make the WIZARDS a great choice for a truly memorable event.
Book them. You'll be so glad you did!
THE BAND MEMBERS
ALEX LUGLI LEAD/BACKING VOCALS- Over 15 years live experience. Alex has been the front man for many bands over the last 15 years. Blessed with a powerful voice ideally suited to belting out the hits you remember, he’s a true showman –plays one of the best air guitars ever - who has an incredible ability to bring out the best in those classic Aussie songs. No wonder he never fails to entertain.
RACHEL HIRD LEAD/BACKING VOCALS, KEYS- 10 years live experience. There’s only one thing better than having a great lead singer – and that’s having two! Rachel’s gutsy vocals epitomize the songs of those classic Aussie Rock Chicks. Whether it’s the Divinyls’ Chrissy Amphlett or the Baby Animals’ Suze DeMarchi, Rachel has that indefinable magic in her performance. And, as if that’s not enough, she even plays keyboards to add that special touch to the WIZARDS sound.
ANDREW BING LEAD/RHYTHM GUITAR, KEYS - VOCALS – Over 10 years live experience. Andrew is a true all rounder. He’ll pick up the guitar in one song, then leap onto the keyboards on the next. And, in case you can’t keep up with him, he’s also an incredibly accomplished saxophonist.
JOE FORLANO BASS - Over 10 years live experience. Joe’s enthusiastic playing and rock solid timing pumps life into the WIZARDS. He’s the quiet one in the band, but don’t let that deceive you: the partnership of Joe and Vince makes this rhythm section second to none.
VINCE PAPA DRUMS – With over 20 years experience, Vince’s driving beat is the foundation on which the band is built. From behind the mountain of drums, Vince’s superb timing brings magic to the WIZARDS and propels audiences around the dance floor.
PETER BUCHANAN LEAD/RHYTHM GUITAR – VOCALS- 10 years live experience. Peter’s infectious enthusiasm draws the crowd into the party atmosphere and onto the dance floor. His lead breaks are note perfect and he can’t seem to stop, even at the end of the night!
REPERTOIRE
A Wizards of Oz performance features classic OZ Rock from the 60’s to today including:
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ACCORDING TO YOU- ORIANTHI
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AFTER THE RAIN – THE ANGELS
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AIN’T GONNA EAT OUT MY HEART - DIVINYLS
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ALONE WITH YOU- SUNNY BOYS
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AM I EVER GONNA SEE YOUR FACE AGAIN- THE ANGELS
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APRIL SUN IN CUBA - DRAGON
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ARE YOU OLD ENOUGH - DRAGON
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ARE YOU GONNA BE MY GIRL - JET
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BACK TO THE WALL– DIVINYLS
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BAD BOY FOR LOVE – ROSE TATTOO
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BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE – AUSTRALIAN CRAWL
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BETTER – THE SCREAMING JETS
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BLACK FINGERNAILS RED WINE – ESKIMO JOE
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BOWRIVER– COLD CHISEL
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BOYS IN TOWN – DIVINYLS
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THE BOYS LIGHT UP – AUSTRALIAN CRAWL
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COLD HARD BITCH - JET
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COME SAID THE BOY – MONDO ROCK
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COOL WORLD – MONDO ROCK
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DARLING IT HURTS – PAUL KELLY
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DIRTY DEEDS DONE DIRT CHEAP- AC/DC
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DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE – HUNTERS & COLLECTORS
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DON’T NEED LOVE - DIESEL
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DON’T CHANGE - INXS
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DOWNUNDER – MEN AT WORK
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DUMB THINGS – PAUL KELLY
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EAGLE ROCK – DADDY COOL
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ELEANOR RIGBY – THE ZOOT
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ERROL – AUSTRALIAN CRAWL
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EVIE PT 1 – STEVIE WRIGHT
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FEELS LIKE WHOA – WES CARR
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FLAME TREES – COLD CHISEL
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FADER – THE TEMPER TRAP
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FUNKY TOWN – PSEUDO ECHO
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GONNA SEE MY BABY TONIGHT – LA DE DA’S
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GOOD TIMES – INXS/ JIMMY BARNES
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HIGH VOLTAGE – AC/DC
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HOLY GRAIL – HUNTERS AND COLLECTORS
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HOT CHILLI WOMAN - NOISEWORKS
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I DON’T REMEMBER - POWDERFINGER
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IN THE SUMMERTIME – THIRSTY MERC
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I’LL MAKE YOU HAPPY - DIVINYLS
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I TOUCH MYSELF – DIVINYLS
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JAILBREAK – AC/DC
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JESSIE’S GIRL – RICK SPRINGFIELD
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KHE SANH – COLD CHISEL
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LOOK AFTER YOURSELF - STARS
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LONG WAY TO THE TOP – AC/DC
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LIKE IT LIKE THAT – GUY SEBASTIAN
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MARSEILLES– THE ANGELS
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MR MYSTERIOUS – VANESSA AMOROSI
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MOST PEOPLE I KNOW – BILLY THORPE
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THE NIPS ARE GETTING BIGGER – MENTAL AS ANYTHING
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NEVER TEAR US APART - INXS
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NO SECRETS - THE ANGELS
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NO SECOND PRIZE – JIMMY BARNES
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ON MY MIND - POWDERFINGER
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ON A MISSION – GABRIELA CILMI
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ONE WORD – BABY ANIMALS
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ONLY LONELY - DIVINYLS
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ONION SKIN – BOOM CRASH OPERA
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OUT OF MIND OUT OF SIGHT – THE MODELS
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PRETTY VEGAS - INXS
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PLEASURE AND PAIN - DIVINYLS
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PERFECT – VANESSA AMOROSI
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POWER AND THE PASSION – MIDNIGHT OIL
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READ ABOUT IT – MIDNIGHT OIL
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RUN TO PARADISE – THE CHOIRBOYS
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RUSH YOU – BABY ANIMALS
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SEVENTEEN - JET
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SHE’S LIKE A COMET - JEBEDIAH
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SHIVERS – SCREAMING JETS
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SEND ME AN ANGEL – REAL LIFE
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TAKE ME BACK - NOISEWORKS
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TAINTED LOVE – THE LIVING END
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THE BEST THING – BOOM CRASH OPERA
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THE HARD WAY – THIRSTY MERC
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THE HONEYMOON IS OVER – THE CRUEL SEA
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THINGS DON’T SEEM – AUSTRALIAN CRAWL
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THOUSAND MILES AWAY – HOODOO GURUS
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THROW YOUR ARMS AROUND ME – HUNTERS & COLLECTORS
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TNT – AC/DC
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VOODOO CHILD – ROGUE TRADERS
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WE CAN GET TOGETHER - ICEHOUSE
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WE CAN’T BE BEATEN – ROSE TATTOO
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WE’VE GOTTA GET OUT OF THIS PLACE – THE ANGELS
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WHAT’S MY SCENE – HOODOO GURUS
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WHEN THE WAR IS OVER – COLD CHISEL
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WHITE NOISE – THE LIVING END
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WHO I AM – VANESSA AMOROSI
PAST CREDITS
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SKINNY DOG HOTEL
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MUSICLAND, FAWKNER
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ELEPHANT & WHEELBARROW HOTEL
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WATER RAT HOTEL, STH MELB.
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A D RYAN’S, DIAMOND CREEK
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URBAN CENTRAL
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KEW HOTEL
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ST. ANDREWS HOTEL
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BAYSWATER FOOTBALL CLUB
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DOOLEY’S IRISH BAR , CLAYTON
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THE SANDS HOTEL
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COACH & HORSES HOTEL
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HOTEL OZ, NTH MELBOURNE
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CROYDON SPORTS CLUB
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CENTRAL CLUB HOTEL, RICHMOND
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CRAIGIEBURN GOLF CLUB
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GREENSBOROUGH CRICKET CLUB
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THE ANGLER’S TAVERN,
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WILLIAMSTOWN RSL
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THE BENDIGO HOTEL
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ELTHAM RSL
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CAPE LIVE, FITZROY