After being ousted from the top spot last week, Guy Sebastian has returned to the number one position on the ARIA Singles Charts this week with “Who’s That Girl.” Again he’s keeping company with Jessica Mauboy, who’s holding on to the top 10 by her fingernails with “Saturday Night.” There doesn’t seem to be any…
Author: Lauren Katulka
Leo Sayer, Ian Moss, & James Reyne Headline Melbourne Zoo Concerts
Melbourne Zoo has announced a cracker line-up for its annual Zoo Twilights summer concert series. Leo Sayer, Ian Moss, and James Reyne are amongst the big names scheduled to play between January 15 and March 13. Gates will open at 5:30 pm, allowing punters to visit a few animals before the shows start at 7…
Aussies Impress in Aria Annual Top 100 Charts
ARIA has revealed its annual top 100 lists, and as it turns out we were a pretty patriotic lot this year. There were 30 Aussie records in the albums charts, our best showing since 2007. Angus & Julia Stone’s Down the Way was the best charting local disc, landing the number seven possie. Considering its…
Keith! Party Announce Album Tour
Feelgood Melbourne hip-hop outfit Keith! Party will hit the east coast capitals later this month to support their sophomore album Roof Raisers. When I reviewed this disc last year I mentioned its party atmosphere, and I don’t expect anything but a major celebration when the band does it live. There can be up to 20…
Icecream Hands Reunite for Sweeter Than the Radio
Melbourne’s Icecream Hands will play for their home town one more time later this month. The indie band hasn’t played together since their 2007 album, The Good China. The one-off show will see Icecream Hands going back in the vault to play their 2000 release, Sweeter Than The Radio, in its entirety. The acclaimed disc…
Emmure Postpones Aussie Tour
New York metalcore act Emmure have postponed their Australian tour, which was scheduled to kick off next Wednesday in Brisbane. No reason was given for the change, except for the standard “due to circumstances beyond the band’s control” line. That sort of thing is always hard for fans to hear, but at least there is…
The Waifs Tempting Tour
The Waifs have left us waiting two years for a tour, so they’re making amends in a big way with a monster run of dates through February and March. The Western Australian born outfit, who now spend much of their time Stateside, will play shows to support their brand new album Temptation. With their sixth…
Bye Bye 2010, Bring on the New Year!
The bubbly is chilling and folks are getting together as we prepare to bid 2010 adieu. The year our Aussie artists produced some cracking tunes which should help get your NYE party started! Sia has been a musical force for some time, but 2010 saw her step into the spotlight with her fab album We…
“Hearts Still Beating” – Leone Western
Hold on to your ears and prepare to listen to the tunes from Melbourne two-piece, Leone Western. This is a band that breaks the mould, which makes their EP Hearts Still Beating a thrilling but challenging listen. There’s a real lack of polish to these guys, which is both a blessing and a curse. There’s…
Rickie-Lee Coulter Slammed By Myer Over Carols Wardrobe
While most of us watched the Christmas Eve Carols by Candlelight concert and reveled in the festive season, key sponsor Myer was seething. The retail giant was furious because Ricki-Lee Coulter opted to wear an Alex Perry dress over one from its own stable of designers. “On several occasions Myer, Channel 9 and Vision Australia…