Out past east of Adelaide is a warm and friendly recording studio called Marigold Studios. It's operated by Laurie Coleman, a guitar player of over 13 years, and a touring musician in The Alcohollys.

The studio is welcoming and cozy: a couple of sofas, some magazines and a glow within the room that is charged by female musicians, and young hopefuls as well. A Courtney Love book lays on the table, her platinum blonde hair and pleading eyes look disparagingly into the camera as if to prove her loneliness and lack of self-esteem are what led to her fall. But that's not what is similar to the all-female punk rock group, The Alcohollys.

The women laugh, they smile and they share a familial bond. They have a range of personalities: some more quiet, some more rambunctious. Coleman is the lead bass and vocals. Her nickname is Lola Fastfingers and she sits with Kate Haywood (Kit Kat with talent on drums and cowbell), Kimber who plays lead vocals, keyboard and guitar, and lastly Scarlet Fever: an exuberant lead guitarist and vocalist who keeps the party going all through the night.

The Alchollys are bringing their talent to Call the Office on February 26 alongside Rackula (from Hamilton), and a band by the name of Scarlet Fever (from Toronto, but not to be confused with The Alcohollys band member). Doors open at 9 p.m., and the show is a 19+ event.

A few of them have had projects before working together in The Alcohollys (Kimber in Duke Sedan and the Hi-Tones) and Scarlet Fever with three years spent with wellknown local metal band Kittie.

But what really is inspiring about these young women is the project they are establishing in London: a rock camp for young girls during March Break — a place where young girls build self-esteem as well their musical chops to become the next Gwen Stefani, Veruca Salt or Elastica, rock stars with power behind their voice, their stage presence, and their guitar, keyboard, drum, and bass playing. The kids produce their own merchandise and hang out and meet friends. The training is held at Marigold Studios, close to the Aeolian Hall. Each Rock Camp for Girls debuts a free show after their week of training in March.

The Alcohollys are building quite a name for themselves, having performed in 30 shows around bars in London, Toronto, Etobicoke, and close cities like St. Thomas and Tillsonburg. Their influences range from classic rock to glam-rock: Sonic Youth, David Bowie and Joan Jett and the Runaways. They also like the Lunatics and Veruca Salt. Their own sound varies from a charged Girls Night to a softer but assertive Lily Foot.

Don't be intimidated by these ladies. They are fuelled to rock but they don't bite. Their aim is to do their thing, teach some lessons, and set a positive example for young women who share the same passion for music and performing.

For more information, visit myspace.com/thealcohollys or marigoldstudioslondon.com.