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Late Grandmother Inspires Rich Latimer’s Latest Single, “Sweet September”

Byron Bay’s Rich Latimer has just dropped his emotional new folk single, “Sweet September,” the latest from his forthcoming album Dreamer, due for release next year.

The track recalls the last words Rich’s late grandmother ever said to him: “Everyone’s time must come.” Rich spent his days and nights by her bedside in her final days, looking after her as she’d done so often during his life. In his song “Sweet September,” Rich explores the deep interconnection we feel to the ones we love, the notion that we’re never alone, even when we’re making our final journey.

Rich is more than just a singer-songwriter though. He’s the brains behind musical awareness shows, which visit high schools and help teenagers feel connected and supported during this challenging time of their lives. Inspired by his brother, who miraculously survived after a car crash put him into a coma for three months, these live concerts truly change lives. Rich was also named one of the top marketers in the world by Facebook. When he’s not playing his original songs, he’s running a successful digital marketing agency.

A man of many talents, Rich Latimer is certainly someone to put on your radar.

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Sam Carmody Continues Winning Ways With “Shadow in the Dream”

Darwin-based singer-songwriter Sam Carmody has just dropped his new EP Shadow in the Dream and its title track. And if you love classic Aussie acts like Crowded House and The Go-Betweens, it’ll be right up your alley.

I’ve already waxed lyrical about the previous two singles: “The Sea Has Risen” and “Sharks.” The newie is every bit their equal, with jangly guitars and haunting vocals from Sam. There’s a dreamy quality about this ode to lost love that’s really gotten underneath my skin.

With his EP out now, hopefully it’s not too long before Sam packs his bags and plays some shows around the country.

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Drought Breakers Help Farmers With Rocking “Rain” Cover

Indigenous musician Scott Darlow has enlisted a few of his famous mates for a cracking cover of Dragon’s “Rain” to help Aussie farmers in this time of need. And what talented mates they are. Sarah McLeod, Adam Brand, Jack Jones, and Todd Hunter all lend their talents to this smash single under the supergroup name Drought Breakers.

All money raised from sales and streams of “Rain” will benefit the Buy a Bale Project. Let’s get behind this one Aussies. This single surely deserves a place at the top of the ARIA charts.

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The Screaming Jets Rocking All Around This Summer

If you missed The Screaming Jets touring with Boom Crash Opera recently, you’re in luck. Newcastle’s favourite sons have just announced summer shows to promote their brilliant covers album, Gotcha Covered.

Fans can look forward to plenty of their favourite Jets tracks along with tracks from the Gotcha Covered album, as well as a few surprises to keep them on their toes. In plain words, these shows are going to go off. Melbourne rockers Palace of the King will support on all shows, but there are a few other guest artists on selected dates.

7 December 2018 – O’Donoghues, Emu Plains
8 December 2018 – Central Hotel, Shellharbour
14 December 2018 – The Factory Theatre, Marrickville (with The Poor)
15 December 2018 – The Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
21 December 2018 – The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide
22 December 2018 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
28 December 2018 – Kingscliffe Beach Hotel, Kingscliff (with The Poor and Clam Sandwich)
29 December 2018 – Aussie World, Sunshine Coast (with The Poor and Clam Sandwich)
4 January 2018 – Wyong Leagues, Wyong
5 January 2018 – Laurieton United Services, Laurieton
11 January 2018 – Matthew Flinders Hotel, Chadstone
12 January 2018 – York on Lilydale, Mt Evelyn
17 January 2018 – Shoalbay Country Club, Shoalbay
18 January 2018 – The Bridge Hotel, Rozelle
19 January 2018 – Pittwater RSL, Pittwater

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Leon Bridges Announces Aussie Return

Leon Bridges is no stranger to our shores, but this morning was really the first time I’ve taken some time to listen to what he’s all about. Better late that never right? As he prepares to make his fourth trip to our country, I slipped on his latest album, Good Thing. I’ve got to say, I’m impressed.

Blending old-school soul vibes with fresh flavours is no easy feat, but Leon gets the balance right here. If the way these songs sound on the album is any indication, Aussie fans are in for one hell of a show.

Leon will get support from fellow American, Noah Kahan, on all shows. We went wild for his track “Hurt Somebody,” turning it platinum, so I’m sure plenty of music lovers will appreciate seeing more from him at these shows.

Tickets for Leon Bridges shows go on sale today at 11 am. Ticketek are selling for Sydney and Ticketmaster are handling Melbourne and Brisbane.

14 January 2019 – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
17 January 2019 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
19 January 2019 – The Tivoli, Brisbane

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Graace Gets Honest With “Last Night” Single

Sydney singer-songwriter Graace lays it all bare with her stunning new single “Last Night.” It’s an intimate piano ballad which confessional lyrics that are so relatable.

“‘Last Night’ came together while sitting at my piano one night,” she explained. “I realised I’d been writing about the same situation for years but with different people. I was managing to recreate the same scenarios in other relationships because I wasn’t fully in love with myself before committing to somebody else.”

Graace is one of Sony Music Australia’s latest signings. Company chairman and CEO Denis Handlin says “Graace is an extremely talented and unique songwriter and artist who has an incredibly fresh and exciting sound.”

Sony Music Australia will release Graace’s debut EP, Self Sabotage, on October 26.

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James Reyne Announces Year-Long Melbourne Residency

Music fans in Melbourne will have plenty of chances to see James Reyne next year, with the Aussie legend announcing he’ll play the Palms at Crown on the first Saturday night of every month.

The sets will include all the hits and some special treats from James Reyne’s vast solo career and Australian Crawl back catalogue. Make sure you arrive on time for the support acts, who are some of the best acts in the country.

“Very happy to be back playing the first Saturday of every month of 2019 at The Palms,” James said in a press statement. Fabulous rock and roll turf and almost our second home by now. At least we can say we’ve ‘gone a little Vegas.’ They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but I tell ya, what happens at The Palms you can scream from the mountain tops!”

Join in the fun at the following shows. Tickets are available now from Ticketmaster.

5 January, 2 February, 2 March – with Chantoozies
6 April, 4 May, 1 June – with Models
6 July, 3 August, 7 September – with Taxiride
5 October, 2 November, 7 December – with Boom Crash Opera

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The Buoys Touring Ace New Single “Arm Wrestle”

I’ll warn you; once you listen to “Arm Wrestle,” the latest track from Sydney femme four-piece The Buoys you’ll be singing it all day. It’s irresistibly catchy, with grungy guitars and raw lyrics contrasting with those sweet vocals.

“‘Arm Wrestle’ came to be when I had to address the reality of a situation. I had to explore if my thoughts were rational, or if I was making things up in my head and self-sabotaging,” The Buoys’ frontwoman Zoe explained. “It details that inner voice argument of, ‘something really bad is going down’ vs ‘don’t be silly, it’s all in your head, you’re crazy’. It’s an exploration of what it’s like to gaslight yourself really, only to find out your gut was right and you weren’t paranoid after all.”

The Buoys might just be the best band to come out of a failed Tinder date. Zoe didn’t meet her match, but the date’s cousin Tess was the perfect drummer. They found guitarist Anthea through Gumtree, bassist Ros jumped on board, and the rest is history.

“Arm Wrestle” comes from The Buoys’ sophomore EP Split Lip, which will be released later this year. You’ll get a taste of the new material and all your old favourites from Soft Boy at the following shows.

24 October 2018 – The Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
25 October 2018 – The Lansdowne, Sydney
28 October 2018 – Transit Bar, Canberra
10 November 2018 – Psyched As Festival, Sydney
11 November 2018 – Factory Floor, Sydney (with Rackett)

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Family Fold Remember Countdown With “Molly Meldrum’s Eyes” Single

Gathering around the TV to watch Countdown is a ritual many Australians still hold dear. Family Fold have celebrated that beloved time Aussie music history with their new song “Molly Meldrum’s Eyes.”

Family Fold frontman Paul Andrews actually wrote the song in his mid-twenties but rediscovered in just a couple of years ago.

“I was clearly pining for the old days when I was in my 20s! My old band Lazy Susan did an online release in 2016 of a couple of unreleased/demos/live albums and I rediscovered ‘Molly Meldrum’s Eyes’ when I was sorting through old boxes of tapes and CDs,” he explained. “I thought it was too good to throw away on a demos album, so put it aside for consideration for Ashfield Skyline and it ended up making the cut.”

Something tells me that if Countdown were still alive, Molly would give the clip a spin. It’s a gentle homage to Cold Chisel’s “Cheap Wine” video, filmed in a 1970s fibro house in Sydney’s west.

“Molly Meldrum’s Eyes” comes from Family Fold’s forthcoming sophomore album, Ashfield Skyline. They’ll launch the single tomorrow night in Marrickville, then play shows in New South Wales in the coming months, including some album launch dates.

15 September 2018 – Gasoline Pony, Marrickville (single launch)
30 September 2018 – Dashville Skyline Festival, Belford
4 October 2018 – Some Velvet Morning, Melbourne (album launch)
13 October 2018 – The Noble Hops, Redfern
25 November 2018 – The Union Hotel, Newtown (album launch)

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SarahJ Releases “Safe” Single That’s Anything But

Following in the footsteps of strong female-fronted pop-punk acts like Paramore and Tonight Alive comes Sarahj, an exciting five-piece from Melbourne. “Safe” is the band’s heavy-hitting new single and our first taste of their EP Reaper.

“Safe” is only the band’s second single, but they’ve been honing their craft in pubs around Melbourne for the last year and a half. That experience shows in this confident track, which explores the security that comes from a good relationship.

“The songs on our EP are very personal, but every song our listeners will be able to relate to,” explained the band’s frontwoman. “We like to talk about the ups and downs of love and heartbreak. Discussing mental illness is really important to us as well.”

Reaper drops on September 19. Hopefully the band will announce some dates to support its release so we can catch their much-lauded live show.

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