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Posted on 01/03/200829/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Musicians Honoured in Brisvegas

Brisbane has produced some of Australia’s finest musicians. Now they’ve been honoured with a very special rock ‘n’ roll Walk of Fame.

Ten plaques will honor the city’s prominent musical exports, including the Bee Gees, Powderfinger, The Go Betweens, Savage Garden, and Keith Urban.

Deputy Mayor David Hinchcliffe told the ABC he hopes the plaques in Brunswick St Mall will become a local tourist attraction. He also hopes to expand the walk in future.

“There are a few that we hope will make the cut in years to come because we will continue the walk of fame,” he said.

“These are just the first 10 steps and in future years I would expect the likes of Billy Thorpe, Resin Dogs, the Noonan family, The Veronicas.”

Image source: Jeaneem at Flickr

Posted on 28/02/200828/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Michael Johns Performs "Go Your Own Way" on "American Idol"

This week was 70s week on American Idol, and Aussie hopeful Michael Johns opened the show with Fleetwood Mac’s “Go Your Own Way.” I’ve got to be honest, this performance has me worried. Again the judges seemed fairly positive, but from where I sat it was vocally pretty weak and a little bit pitchy.

I’d hate to think we’ve seen the best of Michael Johns in the preliminary rounds, because this is where the performances really matter. I just hope his fan base is strong enough to get him through. I’m not sure he deserves it based on this performance, but I do believe he’s got a lot more to give us.

Here’s this week’s vid!

Posted on 28/02/200828/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Ben Lee Writes Square Soundtrack

Ben Lee has just finished working on the soundtrack of Nash Edgerton’s upcoming movie The Square. But you won’t hear Ben sing any of the tracks. That job will be handled by Jessica Chapnik, who you may know from her role as Sam on Home and Away.

“I’m really happy with these recordings,” Ben says in his online blog. “Apparently they showed a sneak preview of the trailer that features a song of mine at Tropfest last week, and people liked it.”

The Square sounds like it’s going to be pretty fantastic with a script penned by Nash’s brother Joel. It stars Bill Hunter, Peter Phelps, and The Chaser’s Julian Morrow.

Image source: Spebi @ Wikimedia Commons

Posted on 27/02/200828/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Delta Dumped By US Label

Delta Goodrem’s bid to break into the US market has faced a major setback after she was dumped by the American arm of SonyBMG.

The record label had originally planned to release Innocent Eyes and Mistaken Identity as a double album. However now, according to The Sunday Telegraph, they claim Delta is not a viable act in America.

But Delta’s not going to let that stop her. She’s apparently in talks with other labels, and is likely to sign with Universal.

“I strongly believe I’ll have a career there one day,” she told The Sunday Telegraph. “I certainly haven’t admitted defeat. I feel I haven’t even started the battle.

“I’m completely new over there … it doesn’t matter that I’ve sold records anywhere else. You have to be a new artist, take the good with the bad, build strong bonds, with the people you’re working with.”

Image source: zeigh_x @ Wikimedia Commons

Posted on 27/02/200828/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Kezin’s an Oz Music Scene Winner!

Congratulations to Kezin, the lucky winner of the Guy Sebastian giveaway! Kezin has won a copy of Guy’s latest CD, The Memphis Album.

Kezin, who is from Singapore, said “I want this album for my best friend … she’s CRAZY about him. We pop in any and every CD store we pass so that she can ask about the album. We’ve got no clue as to when The Memphis Album is arriving which means this endless loophole will continue until she gets her hands on one!”

It looks like your friend can stop searching Kezin!

Thanks to everyone who entered, and keep watching Oz Music Scene for more great competitions!

Image source: Kriss Szkurlatowski @ Stock.xchng

Posted on 26/02/2008 by Lauren Katulka

Dan O'Connor Gives Music Another Go

Neighbours hunk Dan O’Connor is leaving Ramsey Street to pursue a musical career.

Dan will film his last scenes as sweet single dad Ned Parker in April. He’ll then travel to Britain in June to launch his musical career. He hopes to have a pop/rock record ready to release by the year’s end.

“To try to do music and the show at the same time is really hard,” he told The Daily Telegraph. “I wanted to commit to it (music) 100%.”

I just hope he’s improved since his stint on Australian Idol in 2004. Even his good looks couldn’t keep him in the competition. He was booted in the second week of the finals. Even Millsy did better than that.

Posted on 25/02/200828/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Music Blog Spotlight: One Hit Wonders

Earlier today I gave you a bit of a blast from the past with a collection of Australia’s finest one hit wonders. If you’re keen for some more one hit wonders, check out these posts all around the music channel.

Stacey shows us that even hippies create irritating one hit wonders. “Afternoon Delight,” “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida,” and “Spirit in the Sky” are just some of the songs on her Hippie Sounds hit list.
Bruce at Our Digital Sounds also gets cheesed off by one hit wonders, particularly gems by Nena and a-ha.
Bruce is at it again at The Rock Dose, with a tribute to Richard Harris and his one and only hit, “MacArthur Park.”
Dave takes us through five of the best at Killed by the Video Star. Of course, the very first song to air on MTV “Video Killed the Radio Star” makes the list.
Scott at Metal Martyr’s twisted the theme a little to vent about the songs that get stuck in his head. Some of them are one hit wonders, some aren’t, but they’re all ridiculously catchy.
Mike at Toronto Unplugged did the same thing with a list of super catchy Canadian tracks. If you don’t believe him, play the songs and find out!
Deb at She Plays Music brings us the best of the girls. I was amazed to discover The Divinyls are considered one hit wonders by folks outside Oz!
The Beatles definitely weren’t one hit wonders, but Gilan at The Beatles Invasion loves plenty of artists that are! Soft Cell, The Knack and Cornershop all make this awesome list.

Image source: Daniel Schludi @ Unsplash

Posted on 24/02/2008 by Lauren Katulka

Sinead Slams Our Kylie

Kylie might have wowed them at the Brit Awards last week, but she hasn’t impressed outspoken Irish singer Sinead O’Connor.

“I really can’t stand Kylie’s music at all,” she told The Sunday Telegraph.

“I know Australian fans might want to shoot me for saying this, but that would be a far better option than to listen to one of her albums.

“She was on Irish television recently. I couldn’t bear it and had to turn it off.”

Ouch! Sinead is currently preparing to perform at Australia’s blues and roots festivals in March. We probably won’t see Kylie in the audience at these shows!

Posted on 23/02/200828/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Spend a Night with Delta

Sydney’s Delta Goodrem fans are in for a real treat when this stunning songstress performs a super intimate performance at the Seymour Centre on March 27.

According to Sony BMG, a “very special guest MC” will host A Night with Delta Goodrem. They’ll give the audience a chance to ask Delta any questions they have, and request the songs they want to hear.

“My fans are so important to me and I am really excited about the night. My supporters have been tremendously loyal and I wanted to be able to share a fun night of music and discussion with everyone,” explained Delta.

“Launching the new album has been so great and this is a chance for me to get together with the fans to give something back until I tour nationally as soon as my schedule allows.”

Tickets are on sale now from the Seymour Centre Box Office. You can get yours by calling (02) 9351 7940. But be quick – this is such a small venue they won’t last long.

Image source: zeigh_x @ Wikimedia Commons

Posted on 22/02/200828/03/2023 by Lauren Katulka

Charli Quits Hi-5

Charli Delaney has devasted kids around the country by announcing she’s leaving Hi-5.

Charli told The Daily Telegraph she’d considering quitting the popular children’s group for years, but was inspired to take the plunge by cricketer Adam Gilchrist.

“Gilchrist retired on the same day as my last show in Perth and I’m a cricket tragic,” she said. “I thought: ‘Thanks Gilly’ … it was a typical Aussie girl thing to do.”

Since the formation of Hi-5, Charli has completed 10 television series, toured the world six times, recorded 11 albums, and made 27 DVDs. She now leaves Nathan Foley and Kellie Hoggart as the only original members of the award-winning group.

Charli now plans to establish herself as an actress, and is considering enrolling in NIDA to hone her skills. She said she may consider another TV presenting gig, but would really enjoy working in films or television.

Lauren Katulka cannot remember a time when music was not a part of her life. Raised on an eclectic diet of Van Morrison, The Eagles, Cold Chisel, and Barbra Streisand, she remembers saving all her pocket money for weeks so she could buy cassettes featuring her favourite singers. At the tender age of 11 she saw her first live concert when Jimmy Barnes took his Soul Deep tour to Newcastle’s Civic Theatre. There was no looking back.

Today Lauren is a happily married freelance writer living on the New South Wales Central Coast. When she's not obsessing about the latest band, or some old favourite, she loves to roller-skate, experiment with new recipes, play pub trivia, and watch indie films.

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