Great Big Squiddy Fun-a Baterz Tribute - Great Big Squiddy Fun-A Baterz Tribute

One of Adelaide's most cherished entertainers is being recognized for his remarkable talents thanks to a massive CD tribute. Those who've turned out include some of the brighter stars of Australia's music scene (including Tex Perkins, Deborah Conway, James Cruickshank of the Cruel Sea and the Blow Waves). The 3 CD set Big Squiddy Fun/Baterz for Beginners is the work of Fizzygo Records, a label set up exclusively to keep the memory of Baterz and his much-loved music alive. Baterz was noted for being a striking and popular musician before his tragic passing in 2002 due to HIV infection during a routine blood transfusion. Baterz status as a cult figure is deservedly the stuff of legend. The inspired lunacy he delivered to audiences both as a solo artist and as member of mid-90s act the Bedridden and frankly hysterical cover band Skinny Blonde Idiots is still discussed with awe and longing today.