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Posted on 05/07/2010 by Lauren Katulka

Ting Tings Postpone Aussie Tour, Pull Out Of Splendour

There’s bad news for local Ting Tings fans, with news the band will delay their Australian tour. The decision was made when the release of their sophomore album, Massage Kunst, was pushed back until later this year.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 02: The Ting Tings perform live on the Main Stage during the Wireless Festival in Hyde Park on July 2, 2010 in London, England. (Photo by Ian Gavan/Getty Images)

I can understand the call from a business point of view but feel for the fans, particularly those who bought tickets to Splendour in the Grass expecting them to perform. The band along with another no show The Middle East, will be replaced with Art vs Science and Sally Seltmann.

While festival goers won’t get refunds anyone with tickets to The Ting Tings Melbourne and Sydney sideshows will. If you bought your tickets on a credit card, the money will be automatically refunded. If you did things the old fashioned way, return to your point of purchase with your photo ID for a cash refund.

Posted on 04/07/2010 by Lauren Katulka

U2 Tour Announcement Imminent, Industry Experts Say

Is your wallet feeling a bit lighter these days? With so many massive international acts announcing local tours, it’s little wonder. It seems we might be able to add another to our already crowded concert calendar. If you’re a U2 fan you may want to set a little cash aside, as the band has reportedly pencilled in Aussie shows.

The tour will reportedly be confirmed once Bono gets back on the road following his back surgery. Some insiders also say the shows will be held in stadiums in early December. However others suggest U2 may arrive in early 2011 as The Eagles and Bon Jovi tours will “suck a lot of money out of the market.”

At any rate, it seems U2 are coming, so you might want to get saving!

Posted on 29/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

The Amity Affliction Make Impressive Chart Debut

Crowded House might have lost its number one possie to Eminem this week, but the ARIA charts weren’t all bad news for local acts. The Amity Affliction have made an impressive debut, with their sophomore album Youngbloods landing at number six.

It’s good news for the Queensland six-piece who are preparing to head out on a national tour to promote the release. If you’re hoping to see the lads, you’d better be quick. Shows in Adelaide and Melbourne have already sold out, and tickets for other shows are limited. With the band heading to the United Kingdom and the United States later this year, this might be the last time we see them for a while.

Catch them while you can at the following gigs.

2 July 2010 – Fowlers, Adelaide (Licensed All Ages) (SOLD OUT)
3 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Melbourne (Under 18s, Day Show)
3 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Melbourne (18+, Night Show) (SOLD OUT)
5 July 2010 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat (All Ages)
6 July 2010 – Kangaroo Flats Leisure Centre, Bendigo (All Ages)
8 July 2010 – Woden Basketball Stadium, Canberra (All Ages)
9 July 2010 – UNSW Roundhouse, Sydney (Licensed All Ages)
10 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Brisbane (18+)
11 July 2010 – The Hi-Fi, Brisbane (Under 18s)
17 July 2010 – Tank Arts Centre, Cairns (All Ages)
18 July 2010 – Townsville PCYC, Townsville (All Ages)
22 July 2010 – Oh Snap @ Black Betty’s, Perth (18+)
23 July 2010 – YMCA HQ, Perth (All Ages)
24 July 2010 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury (18+)
25 July 2010 – YMCA HQ, Perth (All Ages)

Image used with permission from Shiny Entertainment

Posted on 25/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

Melbourne Gallery Shows Glastonbury Photo Exhibition

Most of us can only dream of attending the Glastonbury festival, but music fans in Melbourne can enjoy the next best thing. The city’s Raw Gallery is currently showing Glastonbury: Another Stage, an exhibition of the festival photographs of British snapper Venetia Dearden. The exhibition marks the 40th anniversary of the iconic festival.

A festivalgoer in costiume sits under painted flowers at the Glastonbury Festival 2010 in south west England, June 24, 2010. REUTERS/Luke MacGregor (BRITAIN - Tags: ENTERTAINMENT SOCIETY)

“As a photographer I was magnetically drawn to witness and understand what lies at [Glastonbury’s] core,” Ms Dearden said. “I decided to create an oasis amongst the crowds where I could meet and document some of the thousands of individuals who travelled from all around the world to make up this vast, eclectic gathering.”

You can see Glastonbury: Another Stage at Raw Gallery until July 24. Entry is free, so if you’re living in Victoria there’s no excuse for not checking it out!

Posted on 24/06/201024/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

Optus Searching for Young Music Bloggers for Sound Scribe Competition

Have you ever read my blog and thought “I could do better?” Perhaps that’s a question best left unanswered, but if you do fancy yourself as an online music journalist Optus might just be able to make your dreams come true.

The telecommunications company is looking for aspiring music writers living in regional Australia to be known as Optus Sound Scribes.

Applicants should be aged between 16 and 24 and passionate about the music in their local area. Up to 40 Optus Sound Scribes will be selected to write a blog about music in their town for a period of three months. During this time they’ll be mentored by industry leaders and able to interview top local and international musicians. These finalists will then compete for the title of Australia’s first Optus Sound Scribe of the Year.

If you think you’ve got what it takes, head to the Optus Sound Scribe website and get your entry in before July 23.

Image used with permission from Peer Group Media

Posted on 24/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

Matt Corby Inks International Deals Ahead of Aussie Single Tour

Australian Idol graduate Matt Corby seems to be travelling just fine without winning the talent show title, thank you very much.

He’s just returned home after spending the past two months making industry connections and recording his sophomore EP. That disc will receive an international release through the Communion label run by Mumford and Sons’ Ben Lovett. It seems the pair has really hit it off as Matt will also support Mumford and Sons on their upcoming Sydney shows.

That’s not the only exciting news though. Matt also recently inked a worldwide publishing deal with the UK division of major record label BMG.

While all that’s very thrilling it seems his focus is on the home front for now. Ahead of the Mumford and Sons shows, Matt will take his original songs all around the country on a headlining national tour to promote his new single “My False.”

If you want to catch Matt live, these are the places to do it.

30 June 2010 – Brass Monkey, Cronulla
1 July 2010 – Raval, Sydney (SOLD OUT)
2 July 2010 – Heritage Hotel, Wollongong
3 July 2010 – Northern Star Hotel, Newcastle
4 July 2010 – Raval, Sydney
8 July 2010 – The Toff in Town, Melbourne
9 July 2010 – National Hotel, Geelong
10 July 2010 – Baby Black Café, Bacchus Marsh
15 July 2010 – The Troubadour, Brisbane
16 July 2010 – Bon Amici Cafe, Toowoomba
17 July 2010 – Hard Rock Café, Surfers Paradise
22 July 2010 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
23 July 2010 – Ellington Jazz Club, Perth
24 July 2010 – Norfolk Basement, Fremantle
3 August 2010 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney (supporting Mumford and Sons) (SOLD OUT)
4 August 2010 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney (supporting Mumford and Sons) (SOLD OUT)

Image used with permission from Shiny Entertainment

Posted on 23/06/201028/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

Peter Gabriel Headlines Cup Eve Concert in Melbourne

Peter Gabriel will headline a massive concert in Melbourne to celebrate the eve of the 150th anniversary of the Melbourne Cup. The line-up of classic international and Aussie acts gives us plenty to cheer about before the big race.

Peter Gabriel will join international tourists Chicago, America, and Peter Frampton, plus Aussie talents including Kate Ceberano, Daryl Braithwaite, Ross Wilson, and Deborah Conway.

I’m never a fan of those big stadium rock events, but the promise of Etihad Stadium being presented in “intimate mode” sounds pretty appealing.

There’s not a lot of notice on this one; tickets go on sale tomorrow through Ticketmaster for the November 1 show.

LONDON - SEPTEMBER 21: ***EXCLUSIVE*** Musician Peter Gabriel performs live on stage at 'Peace One Day 2008' at the Royal Albert Hall on September 21, 2008 in London, England. Peace Day is an annual event celebrating a day of global ceasefire and non-violence. (Photo by Simone Joyner/Getty Images)

Posted on 22/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

AC/DC and Empire of the Sun Win Big at APRA Awards

AC/DC and Empire of the Sun were the big winners at last night’s Australian Performing Rights Association (APRA) Awards.

Rock stalwarts Angus and Malcolm Young were named songwriters of the year, while their hit Rock ‘N Roll Train was named most played Aussie work overseas. Empire of the Sun bagged a double when “Walking on a Dream” was named dance work of the year and Nick Littlemore, Jonathan Sloan, and Luke Steele were named breakthrough songwriters of the year.

The APRA Awards celebrate Australia’s best songwriting talent. Click below for a full list of this year’s award winners and here to see how surprisingly accurate my predictions were! I faltered early, but definitely came home strong.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 21: Eskimo Joe pose with their award for Rock Work of the Year at the Australasian Performing Rights Association Music Awards at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre on June 21, 2010 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)

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Posted on 21/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

Crowded House Score Number One Aussie Album

Crowded House have zoomed into the ARIA charts with their new album Intriguer debuting at number one. The band are the lone local act in the top 10, so I’m glad to see them out in front.

The Aussie musos are just as sparse in the singles charts, but local act Yolanda Be Cool & DCup are doing great things with their hit “We No Speak Americano” sitting at number four.

Click below to see what other acts are making waves on the ARIA charts.

BYRON BAY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 04: Neil Finn of Crowded House performs on stage during Day 4 of Bluesfest 2010 at Tyagarah Tea Tree Farm on April 4, 2010 in Byron Bay, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

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Posted on 17/06/2010 by Lauren Katulka

Kylie Announces Aussie Promo Tour for “Aphrodite”

With Danni Minogue about ready to pop with baby number one, it’s no great surprise that her sister Kylie will be back on home soil soon to play aunty. With her album Aphrodite hitting stores on July 2, it’s also no surprise to hear Miss Minogue will hit the promotional trail while she’s in Oz.

Kylie will launch her five-day media blitz on July 21. There’s no word yet on what that will entail, or whether fans will have the chance to get up close and personal, but I promise to bring you all the details when they come to hand.