AC/DC fans should tune in to Channel Seven tonight for the documentary Legends of Rock.
The half-hour special follows Molly Meldrum travelling with the band on their Black Ice tour. It promises plenty of behind-the-scenes footage, rare historic clips, and some exclusive news about the future of Acca Dacca.
It’s on 7 and 7HD tonight at 9:30 pm.
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He might be a boy from the bush but Shannon Noll is really a metrosexual at heart. Nollsy’s just been named as the face of male grooming range Beauty Mate.
The local range includes pepperminty face wash, a shaving gel, an SPF-enhanced moisturiser, and hair care products.
Rough and ready Shannon says he doesn’t have an extensive beauty routine, but he’s owned up to using a moisturiser with SPF.
“Working in the sun all the time [as a farmer] you get burnt pretty quick. I know quite a few blokes with pretty crusty ears,” he said. “You have to take care of that.”
Shannon also likes to use a cleanser as they lift his whiskers for a nice close shave. But the man does have his limits.
“I’m not too into eye creams and stuff,” he told The Sydney Morning Herald.
Beauty Mate takes their responsibility of looking after men seriously, pledging to donate 10% from the sale of their hair care products to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
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Christmas is my favourite time of year. What’s not to love about a holiday that brings together family, fine food, gifts, and too much alcohol? Lenka’s new song “All My Bells are Ringing” should help you get into the Christmas spirit. It’s another perfect slice of pop from this Aussie expat with an adorable stop-motion animated clip to match! Enjoy!
British band The Music will join Scotland’s The Fratellis and a host of local musos for the very cheekily named Big O festival next year.
Aussie artists on the stellar bill include Ben Lee, Bluejuice, Yves Klein Blue, and Cassette Kids.
The tour will take in universities around the country next February and March. Here are the dates.
26 February 2009 – Monash Uni, Melbourne
27 February 2009 – Sydney Uni
28 February 2009 – University of Queensland, Brisbane
3 March 2009 – ANU, Canberra
5 March 2009 – Wollongong Uni
6 March 2009 – Newcastle Uni
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Now she’s a superstar in Europe and her native Australia, Gabriella Cilmi has her sights set on the United States.
Her award-winning debut album Lessons to be Learned will be released there through Universal Music on March 17.
The American version of the album has a little something special for fans: a cover of the Martha & The Muffins classic “Echo Beach.”
The album release will receive an extra boost, with Gabriella named VH1’s You Oughta Know artist for January.
It looks like world domination is just a couple of steps away!
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Congratulations to Wes Carr, who’s finally landed the number one spot on the ARIA Charts with his debut single “You”! Wes has been hovering around the pointy end of the charts for the last couple of weeks, so it’s great to see him on top.
I can’t help wondering whether Wes’ slow burn appeal means he’s likely to have a longer career than the Australian Idols who soared straight to number one, only to plummet just as quickly. Only time will tell! Wes is the only local artist in the Aussie top 10.
International acts are also dominating the albums charts, with only AC/DC and Hamish and Andy earning a place in the top ten. Black Ice is sitting comfortably at number three, while Hamish and Andy’s Unessential Listening is just behind at number four.
Here’s the complete top 10!
Australian Top 10 Singles
Australian Top 10 Albums
Kasey Chambers may not be performing at the Tamworth Country Music Festival this year, but don’t think that means she’ll stay away! The Aussie country star says she’ll enjoy the opportunity to spend time on the other side of the stage.
“We will be going for the whole time, but I actually wanted to have a year off from performing,” she told The Sunday Telegraph. “I want to go out and be a punter this year and see as many gigs as I can.”
That said, don’t be surprised if you see her jump up on stage anyway!
“I can’t help myself, even if they don’t want me to, I usually get up anyway,” she joked.
Somehow I can’t imagine anyone wanting to kick Kasey off the stage!
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It sounds like that new Natalie Imbruglia album is well on its way.
“We have reached the really exciting stage of choosing singles, putting a great team together to create the artwork, photos and videos, and are thinking of exciting ways to get the music out there,” she wrote recently on her website.
With some amazing collaborations, this is going to be one album to look out for. Nat’s worked with some massive names, including Dave A. Stewart (Eurythmics), producer Ben Hillier (The Doves, Blur, Elbow), Gary Clark, songwriter Jamie Hartman (Emma Bunton, Will Young), and ex-husband Daniel Johns.
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Sydney guitar virtuoso Khan Manuel is turning heads with the release of his debut album The Knight.
The instrumental disc is filled with eclectic tracks featuring blistering solos and clean execution. Khan isn’t afraid to experiment, with his tunes influenced by Spanish flamenco beats, mellow jazz, and sexy blues. Classic technique meets dirty rock, inspiring comparisons to the greats like Joe Satriani and Steve Vai.
The Knight has reached number two on the prestigious international Guitar Nine Records charts and earned Khan fans in America, Japan, Italy, Romania, Canada, and other international destinations.
Now it’s Australia’s turn to tune in. Head to Khan’s website to listen to his music and pick up a copy of The Knight.
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The Who has extended its upcoming Australian tour, adding a show at the Hope Estate Winery in the Hunter Valley. If I were touring Australia I couldn’t resist getting out to some of the wineries, so I don’t blame them!
It promises to be a big night of music under the stars, with Counting Crows and Australia’s own Dallas Crane also on the bill.
Tickets to the Hunter Valley show will go on sale next Friday, 19 December through Ticketmaster. The other concerts on the tour are already on sale. Here are all the dates!
24 March 2009 – Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
26 March 2009 – Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
28 March 2009 – Hope Estate Winery, Hunter Valley
29 March 2009 – Grand Prix, Melbourne
31 March 2009 – Acer Arena, Sydney
4 April 2009 – Members Equity Stadium, Perth
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