Category: Album Releases

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Kim Moyes Goes Solo For Album Release

Kim Moyes from The Presets is bringing fans his solo songs in one big double album. Selected Jerks 2001-2009 features Kim’s occasional solo ventures from the last nine years. The tunes are “tracks obviously aimed squarely at the dancefloor perfectly offset by a series of wistfully melancholy, downbeat dreamsuites,” or so the press release tells us.

The first disc features original versions, while the second features remixes from the likes of Midnight Juggernauts, Tomboy, Bag Raiders, and Citizen Black. The double collection will hit stores on October 30. To coincide with the album’s release, Kim will tour around the country with Belgium’s Beni. You can see him at the following venues.

30 October 2009 – Neverland, Gold Coast
31 October 2009 – Arcade, Adelaide
6 November 2009 – Villa, Perth
12 November 2009 – Club 4Play, Geelong
13 November 2009 – Sorry Grandma, Melbourne
14 November 2009 – Monastery, Brisbane
20 November 2009 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney

Image source: Darius of the Dark @ Wikimedia Commons

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Powderfinger Prepare "Golden Rule" CD

The wait is almost over for Powderfinger fans, with the Brisbane band preparing to release their new album, Golden Rule, in November.

“On this record we made our approach from a different angle. We made an effort to steer away from the ‘habits’, whether good or bad, that we had developed when writing together over the years. It gave the songs an entirely new energy that we have never really tapped into before” Bernard Fanning said in a statement.

The band reunited with producer by Nick DiDia (Neil Young, Pearl Jam) for the album. He previously worked with the band on Vulture Street, Odyssey Number Five, and Internationalist.

The album’s first single, “All of the Dreamers,” goes to radio on September 25 ahead of its October 16 digital release. Bernard says the track is “the most consistently upbeat song” they have ever written.

“It’s a sideways glance at the sometimes redundant nature of party politics. It’s not a particularly political song actually, in the sense that it is taking a side, just a general dissatisfaction with the way ‘democracy’ can be blindsided by the self interest that holding onto power can generate. I suppose in that sense it alludes to any kind of relationship, whether it be political, business or personal.”

Golden Rule will hit stores on November 13.

Image source: Jeanie Mackinder @ Wikimedia Commons

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Steal Sailmaker's New EP

Sydney quartet Sailmaker burst onto the music scene last year with their debut EP Build a Fire. Now just a year later, they’ve got their own project-built studio and three new EPs to unleash.

Multi-award winning producer Paul McKercher (Augie March, Eskimo Joe, Pete Murray) at the helm, the lads have created BEG, BORROW, and STEAL. The names are somewhat appropriate considering the independent band’s efforts to see their creative vision realised!

The first EP, BEG, will hit stores on September 25, with the other discs to follow over the next six months. You’ll have to lay down cash for the first two, but it wouldn’t seem right to charge for a CD named STEAL, would it? So Sailmaker will give away the third disc to fans who leave their details at the BEG, BORROW and STEAL website.

The freebies just keep on coming, with the band also offering a free download of “Scout,” from the BEG EP. Just right click and save here to score the free track!

The band will also share its brand of melodic pop with Melbournians and Sydneysiders at the following shows. Check them out!

18 September 2009 – Ding Dong, Melbourne
19 September 2009 – WOW Inflation, Melbourne
17 October 2009 – Spectrum, Sydney (EP Launch)

Image used with permission from Delinquents

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Brendan Gallagher back with Second Solo Effort

Karma County’s frontman Brendan Gallagher is back with his brand new solo album, Tooraloo & Tender.

His second solo release features 11 new songs and a cover of Van Morrison’s “One Irish Rover.” Amongst the new classics sits the album’s first single “Try, Try Again,” which is featured in the upcoming Australian film Subdivision.

There’s a self-assured ease that comes from listening to the music of a performer who’s notched up more than 30 years in the biz. Brendan Gallagher knows how to craft a beautifully intimate song, and he does it time and time again on this release.

Tooraloo and Tender will be released on September 12 through Inertia Music. If you can’t wait that long, you can snag the digital download through iTunes on August 22. If you like what you hear, make sure you catch Brendan doing his thing in the flesh on his Tooraloo & Tender tour.

1 Oct 2009 – Vanguard, Sydney (with His Tender Chaps & Steph Cherote)
8 Oct 2009 – Old Bar, Melbourne (solo with Abbie Cardwell)
17 Oct 2009 – Royal Exchange, Newcastle (solo with Steph Cherote)
22 Oct 2009 – Gold Coast Arts Centre, Surfers Paradise (solo with Paul Greene)
24 Oct 2009 – Cock’n’Bull Hotel, Lismore (solo)

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Remember Damien Leith?

It’s been a little quiet on the Damien Leith front of late, but that’s all about to change with the upcoming release of his new album Remember June.

After a listening party last week the media is already buzzing about this “stand out album.”

“It’s also a wakeup call for the music industry to take Leith more seriously,” added The Sun Herald’s Chris Sams.

It’s always hard to shake the Idol tag, but Damien seems to be trying his best. There are no cover songs, for starters. His sensitive crooning has also been replaced with a little pop-rock edge.

“This is the proudest I’ve been musically since winning Idol,” Damien said. “For me, this album has all the highs and the lows that I would hope for in an album and I can’t wait to get on stage and belt out the songs!”

He’ll be doing that at two special shows coinciding with Remember June’s October 16 release. Damien will play Sydney’s State Theatre on October 16 and Melbourne’s Thornbury Theatre on October 17.

Image source: The Harbour Agency

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Grace Bawden's Classical Crossover CD

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When a singer impresses the likes of Olivia Newton-John, you know she’s got something special. Livvy says soprano Grace Bawden has “one of the most beautiful” voices she’s ever heard. And she’s only 16.

Grace displays a maturity beyond her years on her debut album Gifts of Grace, a blend of contemporary and classical songs. There’s something for everybody here, including covers of “Streets of Philadelphia,” “Now and Forever,” and the album’s first single, an interpretation of the Icehouse hit “Man of Colours.” A real highlight is “Cold Outside” featuring the incomparable Soweto Gospel Choir. With an R&B groove, African beats, and Grace’s distinctive soprano vocals, it’s really something else.

Grace will showcase tracks from the soon-to-be released album at the following South Australian shows this month. If you’re in the area, make sure you check her out!

10 August 2009 – Shedley Theatre, Elizabeth
11 August 2009 – Marion Cultural Centre
11 August 2009 – Star Theatres, Hilton
12 Augsut 2009 – PT Noarlunga Arts Centre
13 August 2009 – Golden Grove Arts Centre
14 August 2009 – Parks Arts & Functions Complex, Angle Park
18 August 2009 – Hopgood Theatre, Noarlunga Centre
22 August 2009 – Opera on the Creek, Jacobs Creek Retreat

Image used with permission from AAA Entertainment

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Jez Mead is No Sucker

In a world of disposable pop and middle-of-the-road rock, the authentic tunes of Jez Mead are somewhat of a revelation. He’s been an independent force for years, but now this poetic sage is taking his music to the masses.

Jez is set to release his debut EP Sucker on September 4, and he’s winging his way around the country to celebrate. The disc is the first release on Jez’s own label Belly Up Records, which works in conjunction with EMI Music Australia. But there’s more to come, with Jez set to release his debut album Beard of Bees early next year.

See Jez and hear his message at the following launch shows around the country.

3 September 2009 – Emily Grace, Adelaide
10 September 2009 – Northcote Social, Melbourne
17 September 2009 – Hopetoun Hotel, Sydney
23 September 2009 – The View Factory, Newcastle
25 September 2009 – Diggers Tavern, Bellingen
30 September 2009 – Troubadour, Brisbane
2 October 2009 – Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay

Image used with permission from Original Matters

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Kasey Chambers Does Children's Album, and Book!

Being a mum of two seems to have rubbed off on Kasey Chambers. Her next project is an album of children’s songs with her dad Bill Chambers.

The pair will record under the cute moniker of Kasey Chambers, Poppa Bill and the Little Hillbillies. Kasey’s hubby Shane Nicholson and brother Nash Chambers will also appear on the disc.

The CD marks the songwriting debut of Kasey’s son Talon, who has penned the track “Two Houses” at the tender age of seven.

Kasey will also release her first children’s book, called Little Kasey and the Lost Music to coincide with the CD. It will feature a bonus CD of the track “The Lost Music Blues,” and an audio reading of the book so little ones can follow along.

“Writing this book has been a dream of mine since my first son was born 7 years ago. The idea of the story and characters started back then and have grown a little each passing year,” Kasey said in a statement.

“The main character (Little Kasey) is based on myself when I was 8 years old growing up in the outback of Australia. My two best friends in the story are ‘Froggles’, based on and named by my seven-year old son Talon, and ‘Worm’ who is based on my real life best friend, roadie and lighting technician, “Worm”. His wife, (in real life of course!) Bernadette, is also one of my closest friends and a great teacher. She helped me write and bring this idea to life. Having this book finally illustrated and published is a dream come true and one of the proudest moments of my life.”

Both the book and CD will be released on October 30 through Liberation.

Image source: Mandy Hall @ Wikimedia Commons

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Free Kisschasy Track, Album and Tour on the Way

Kisschasy have matured like a fine wine with the release of their third album, Seizures. The disc saw the Western Australian outfit jet to Los Angeles to work with legendary producer Rob Schnaf (Elliott Smith, Beck, Powderfinger, The Vines). The result has been touted the band’s best recording to date.

Frontman Darren Cordeux wrote the title track as a letter to a friend he says was “not living life to the fullest because they were too afraid of the consequences.” You can download the song online for free by clicking here.

If you like what you hear, make sure you check out the album when it drops on August 21 and see Kisschasy when they make their way around the country in September. They’ll be joined by Regular John for all but the first three shows.

25 September 2009 – The Tivoli, Brisbane
26 September 2009 – Coolangatta Hotel
27 September 2009 – The Lake @ Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast (All ages)
29 September 2009 – Hoey Moey Hotel, Coffs Harbour
30 September 2009 – Strobe Uni, Armidale
1 October 2009 – Bar On The Hill, Newcastle
2 October 2009 – Wollongong Uni, Wollongong
3 October 2009 – UNSW Roundhouse, Sydney (All ages)
4 October 2009 – ANU, Canberra
7 October 2009 – The Palace Theatre, Melbourne
8 October 2009 – Inferno, Traralgon
9 October 2009 – Ferntree Gully Hotel
10 October 2009 – Pier Hotel, Frankston
11 October 2009 – HiFi BAR, Melbourne (Under 18’s)
13 October 2009 – HQ, Adelaide
15 October 2009 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
16 October 2009 – Prince Of Wales Hotel, Bunbury
17 October 2009 – The Capitol, Perth

Image used with permission from Delinquents

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Cassie Davis Does New Album Differently

Cassie Davis is continuing to show us she does things differently with her debut album titled, funnily enough, Differently.

“In my music, my life, fashion – I do everything a little differently,” she explained. “I don’t do things just because other people think that’s the way it should be done. That wouldn’t be staying true to who I am. I’ve always been like this. I like being a bit odd and the odd one out.”

The disc showcases those differences, drawing from Cassie’s eclectic influences. The natural marriage of pop and rock becomes something new with a dash of ska, a smattering of urban sounds, and a little gospel.

It includes her three big hits, “Differently,” “Like it Loud,” and the latest smash, “Do It Again.” But there’s plenty more besides, including the big ballad “Amazing,” the African beats of “Hero,” and the dark and deeply personal “Mess of Mine.”

With the input of a world-class team, including Rodney Jerkins (Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, Beyonce), Printz Board (Black Eyed Peas musical director) and Wayne Wilkins (Beyonce, Kylie, Natasha Bedingfield, Pink), Differently promises to be one of this year’s big hits.

Differently hits stores on August 14.

Image used with permission from Sony Music Australia