From the Archives: Orientation 2010 Guide

Tickets
Tickets are available from OPSA, upstairs in the Manaaki (ie where you got your ID card from). Superpasses and Afterparty tickets must be purchased from OUSA office (University).

Passes
Passes to all OUSA Ori10 gigs are a bargain at $110 (does not include Friday 5 March State of Mind & Redrain). Wristbands will be fitted at purchase, and must not be removed.
Super Pass is $130 (only available from OUSA office).

ID
You must bring photo-age ID to get entry to all restricted-age events. AND you must bring student ID to gain entry to all gigs at student prices.

Thanks
Without students’ associations to organise Orientations they couldn’t happen. OPSA especially thanks OUSA for organizing and hosting the wicked Ori10 events.
OPSA also thanks its sponsors, Otago Polytechnic, H2Go, & V.

Underage?
For OUSA Ori10 events where liquor is served there is special provision for 17 year olds to attend. There is strictly no alcohol, please enquire about conditions.

Where?
OP Quad is in the middle of the Polytechnic Forth St campus. The Manaaki is the renamed Student Centre on Harbour Tce. Ozone Lounge is upstairs in the Manaaki.  The Macmillan Centre is next door to the Manaaki.
Union Hall, MCR, and Refuel are on the University campus (a couple of minutes walk away).

 

TIMETABLE: www.opsa.org.nz

 

 

GIG GUIDE

MUSIC

HEALTH (USA)
(Noise-Rock)
Radio 1 presents HEALTH, an American noise-rock band from Los Angeles. They been described as having “artfully crafted noise and raw synth, haunting monotone vocals, and drum skills that are borderline insane.”
Their unusual sound is partly due to their use of the Zoothorn (a weird mix of microphone and guitar pedal).  Rather than a gimmick, it gives HEALTH’s tracks “a kind of fibrillating metallic veneer that eludes most rock bands”.
The band describes their lyrics as being “purposely kept vague for the listener... We aren’t just interested in being a noisy screaming band.”
In 2007 their Crystal Castles reached number 9 on the UK indie singles chart, in 2008 HEALTH opened for Nine Inch Nails, and The Phoenix named them the Best New Band from California. Guardian Unlimited and The Irish Times has also chosen HEALTH songs as pick of the week
On the back of their 2009 album, Get Colour, HEALTH is playing as the lead international act at this year’s OUSA Ori10. They are also rumoured to be debuting a clothing line in early 2010 – maybe we’ll be the first to see it?

PunkFest OP10: Infinite Justice  
(Punk)
This year’s OP PunkFest is played by local punk band Infinite Justice. They’re a proper old-school punk with hints of rock-and-roll. Infinite Justice plays a mix of witty originals and covers of old-school punk standards, like the Ramones’ Hey Ho – Let’s Go. Infinite Justice has been playing for five or six years, and their first paid gig was right here at Otago Polytechnic. Get your pogo on. Free entry. Presented by OPSA

The 3Ds
(Alternative / Pop / Rock)
Not part of the official Ori programme but  a Radio 1 birthday bash. The 3Ds are a significant Dunedin band who have not played together regularly since the ‘90s. Mostly refugees from other Dunedin Sound bands, The 3Ds were an alternative pop/rock band formed in the late ’80s. They have played with Nirvana, U2 and Pavement. The 3Ds have toured the USA, UK and Australia, and have been top picks by both Melodymaker and NME.
Every student who was remotely cool in the early ’90s had their Hellzapoppin album. If you’re too young to remember you’ll probably still know some of their tracks Outerspace, Hey Seuss, Spooky or Animal from various NZ films, TV ads or retro Kiwi hits hour on C4. An opportunity not to be missed. Saturday 20 February at Sammy’s. Thanks Radio 1.

Killa Queenz (Australia)
(Hiphop)
KillaQueenz are one of the most talented hiphop acts coming out of Australia. Renowned for high energy shows, Kween G and Belizean Bombshell originate from Uganda and Belize. They draw inspiration from their homelands, and bring a fresh sound to the hiphop scene.
They first met at the Olympic Games in 2000 whilst performing individually, and KillaQueenz was created. They have become well-known in the Australian hip-hop scene through their numerous gigs, and via Kween G’s Friday night show on Alchemy Radio. KillaQueenz have a large following and a reputation for being “…one of the ultimate crowd party rockers”. Keep it locked for KillaQueenz. Presented by OUSA

Smashproof
(RnB / Rap)
Smashproof are a New Zealand RnB/rap group. After releasing their debut album last year, The Weekend, Smashproof has had three consecutive top-20 singles. They are known for the song Brother (featuring Gin Wigmore) which spent eleven consecutive weeks at Number 1 on the New Zealand RIANZ singles chart last year. They also toured throughout the country performing at secondary schools to fundraise for the Samoan Tsunami. Presented by OUSA

The Datsuns
(Rock)
The Datsuns are a rock band from Waikato. However, they’re still cool. Damn cool.
The Datsuns shot to international fame after the UK music press hailed them as “the future of rock”. Describing their style as “We’re just a rock-and-roll band playing music the way we want to do it”, The Datsuns have played alongside Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, Marilyn Manson, Korn and Disturbed. They have recently returned from touring Europe last September.
The Datsuns are a “must-see” band, so don’t miss them at Ori10 – because they’ll cost three times as much next time you get a chance. Presented by OUSA
Read an interview with The Datsuns’ X on page 20.

The Mint Chicks 
(Rock / Punk)
The band refer to their style of music as “troublegum”, and have been referred to as anything from neo-punk to schizo-pop. Throw the Ramones, a bit of Buzzcocks, a few slices of Green Day in a blender, and season with some Toy Love, and you’re coming close to the Mint Chicks’ sound.
They’re a foursome from up north and have won five Tui awards. The Mint Chicks are famous for their exciting live performances, where they have been known to climb PA stacks, hang from lighting rigs, destroy guitars, engage in self-harm, and even attack the stage with a chainsaw.
They list their turn-ons as: comic books, the Buzzcocks, Public Image Ltd, Grand Theft Auto, A Clockwork Orange, Refused, Devo, At the Drive-In, Flying Nun Records, the Beach Boys, Naked Lunch, pro tools, Black Sabbath, psychedelia, Roy Orbison, and Slayer ringtones. Presented by OUSA
Read an interview with The Mint Chicks’ Ruban Neilson on page 21.

COMPETITIONS

The Famous Polytechnic Quiz
(Competition & Comedy)
Dunedin’s most fun Quiz, loved by mature students and freshers alike. Bring a team of up to six, or join a team on the night. Free entry, bar opens 4.30pm, Quiz starts 5pm at the Polytech Manaaki (Student Centre) on Harbour Terrace. R18. Warning: may contain traces of some light swearing and pictures of sex-toys. Presented by OPSA

Egg Drop Competition
(Competition)
Budding MacGyvers design contraptions from a box of supplied materials, to drop an egg off a 3 story building. Free entry, but get in quick as entries are limited. For more details see www.opsa.org.nz. Presented by OPSA

OPSA Inflatable Sports Day
(Competition & Comedy)
Battle for prizes on OPSA’s inflatable sports field. Events may include Sumo Wrestling, Jousting, or Boxing. Inflatable sports are non-violent and outrageously silly to watch. Free entry. Enter on the day, or book a place at mark.baxter@op.ac.nz.  
Presented by OPSA

Students vs Polytech Staff Soccer Match
(Sport for Fun)
New event for 2010: Join the student team to thrash Polytech staff in a fun game of soccer on the MacMillan Hockey Turf on Harbour Terrace. Free entry. Details at www.opsa.org.org.

Eating Competition
(Competition)
Eat faster than the other competitors and win... Enter on the day, or book a place at mark.baxter@op.ac.nz. Presented by OPSA


Amazing Poly Race
(Competition & Comedy)
Race for prizes on OPSA’s fiendishly stupid obstacle course. Past hazards have included:  Frozen Haggis Bowling, Waiters’ Race, Firemen’s Relay, and Saveloy Tennis. Free entry. Enter on the day, or book a place at mark.baxter@op.ac.nz.  Presented by OPSA



COMEDY

Mr Fungus
(Comedy)
New Zealand’s loudest mime. With quick-fire wit Mr Fungus blends high-energy visual and verbal comedy, juggling and mime. Mr Fungus is world-class entertainment you may recognise from several TV commercials. Free entry. Presented by OPSA

Hypnotist — Guy Cater
(Comedy)
Guy Cater is a fully trained and qualified hypnotist, and presents probably the funniest show you will ever see! Using just his voice and some beautiful music he gently lulls the volunteers into a hypnotic state – and then the fun really begins…
You just will not believe the crazy antics your friends get up to in their sleep-like state. The next couple of hours are a riot of fun and laughter.  Doors open 6:30 and 8.30.  Get there early, as this always sells out! Presented by OUSA
Read an interview with Guy on page 21.

Steve Wrigley
(Comedy)
Steve Wrigley is one of Wellington’s best known and most loved comics – though you’ll probably know him from TV3’s 7 DAYS show. Steve has performed in New York, London, and all over NZ. He is a master of improv, and a skilled story teller whose highly energetic show will have you on the floor. Presented by OUSA

Ben Hurley
(Comedy)
Be Hurley is also a comedian from Wellington, whom you will also know from 7 DAYS. Ben has won a Billy T Award, and has lived in and toured the UK. His comedy includes growing up in Taranaki, relationships, religion, music, politics and his family.Presented by OUSA

Jamie Bowen
(Comedy)
Jamie has established himself as one of the mainstays on the NZ comedy circuit. Jamie has numerous shows like the Big Comedy Galas, Pulp Comedy and Comedy Central. He has performed in Australia, in London, Edinburgh. Jamie’s stand-up mixes story-telling, random banter, music and anything else that springs to mind. Presented by OUSA



MORE MUSIC

Kidz In Space 
(Hiphop)
Officially Kidz In Space “is a three-piece band who’ve been searching for this new music, and they’ve come back down to Earth to give it to us.” First witnessed by an earthling audience at last year’s Big Day Out, Kidz in Space are a three-piece we know nothing about other than that their video Downtime on YouTube is described as “Awesome” – and we agree and see why they are a popular download. If they’re even half as good as their vids they should be well worth seeing live. Presented by OUSA


Midnight Youth
(Rock)
Midnight Youth formed in early Rockquest days. They have toured with INXS and opened for INCUBUS. Their debut album The Brave Don’t Run entered the NZ charts at number 2 last year; hits include The Letter and All On Our Own. Midnight Youth won the Best Rock Album and Best Group award at last year’s NZ Music Awards. Presented by OUSA

Dane Rumble
(Hiphop)
A former member of Fast Crew, Dane has several local chart hits, Always be Here, Don’t Know What To Do and Cruel. Dane has toured both NZ and Australia extensively and has opened for many international artists including the Black Eyed Peas, Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliot, and D12. He is currently putting finishing touches to his debut album – so don’t miss a sneak preview. Presented by OUSA

F in Math
(Electronica / Alternative / Pop)
F in Math is former Mint Chick Michael Logie’s solo project. He describes his sound as “electronic music and sort of rock music”, and says he tries “to flirt with, but not to commit to any particular sub genres of electronic music, or rock music... it’s supposed to be the musical and lyrical equivalent of the inside cover of a dropout’s math book, covered in drawings and stuff.” Presented by OUSA

Made in China
(Rock)
Made in China is a local rock group of mostly senior music students. In a few years of regular shows Made in China have built for themselves a reputation as one of Dunedin’s most entertaining live acts. The band’s sound ranges from heavy rock through grunge to metal, and a great live show. Presented by OUSA

Left or Right
(Reggae / Dub / Rock)
Left or Right is a local band that plays their own original music, described as a chunky mixture of New Zealand roots, reggae and dub with a monstrous kick of hard rock and blues. Left or Right’s song-writing will take you on an epic journey of extreme dynamic & harmonic contrasts – one minute they will have you floating on a chilled out cloud whilst seducing you with delicate three-part harmonies and the next bring you screaming back to earth with some driving grungy, alternative rock combined with sonic soaring vocals. Presented by OUSA

Knives at Noon
(Indy / Electro-rock)
Knives at Noon are a Dunedin-based 4-piece progressive band. They were placed in the top 32 bands for MTV’s Kickstart Competition and completed a national tour, finishing up with a session at the Red Bull Live to Air Studio.
They are supporters of Creative Commons which enables producers and DJs around the world to sample and remix their work. The band have engaged interested parties in the UK, America, Australia and New Zealand who download and make derivatives of the original tracks to form new material. Presented by OUSA

HoneyBone
(Rock / Bluesy / Soft Punk)
Local 3 piece band Honeybone were formed out of demise of King Rex.  They have been described as being “stylistically within the vein of soft punk rock” with “traces of the Datsuns and the White Stripes”. Presented by OUSA

 

Mark Baxter

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