Category: Album Releases

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Natalie Imbruglia’s Back With "Glorious" New Sound

In the late 90s, Natalie Imbruglia made a big impression on the global music scene with her debut album Left of the Middle. You’d be forgiven for thinking the doe-eyed Aussie songstress had given up the music game altogether, but nothing could be further from the truth.

Nat will release her latest album, Glorious, on September 8. The album will feature some of her greatest hits and five new tracks.

But don’t expect these songs to show any of the angst that made her famous. After all, with a solid marriage to Silverchair singer Daniel Johns, Natalie doesn’t have a lot to grizzle about.

“I got bored with being miserable,” she told The Daily Telegraph. “It was time to lighten up. I care less in a good way and it’s the best thing that’s happened for my work.”

She’s lived in London for the last few years, but Nat will return to Australia in October to star in the indie film Elise. Natalie says she’s relishing the opportunity to come home.

“I’m so excited about it but I can’t think about it yet,” she said. “I can’t wait to come back to Australia but I have a terrible feeling Daniel will be on tour in Europe then. We’ll see.”

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Something for Kate Release Double Greatest Hits

Something for Kate have had so many hits over their 10-year career, they needed two CDs for their new ‘best of’ album.

The Murmur Years, to be released on August 18, features a whopping 32 massive hits and a new track called “The Futurist.”

To celebrate the release, the indie trio will hit the road in September for a national tour. Kicking off in Melbourne, the tour will visit most Australian states. Tickets are on sale from July 5 at the usual outlets. See Something for Kate’s website for the complete list of tour dates.

If you can’t wait for the new album, Something for Kate have recorded some of their favorite tunes for an iTunes “Originals” session. This very special performance is available for download now.

Image source: Mark Turner @ Flickr.com

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Ben Lee’s Newie Ripe With Talent

Ben Lee‘s latest album, Ripe, is jam-packed with big-name talent.

Ben showed his affection for Good Charlotte in his smash hit “Catch My Disease.” On his sixth solo release, Undercover reports that the indie rocker gets a chance to appear with the punk outfit’s breakout star, Benji Madden.

Ben duets with pop darling Mandy Moore on the light-hearted 50s style “Birds and Bees.” The album also features appearances from Nickel Creek’s Sara Watkins, Chicago songbird Rachael Yamagata, and members of Rooney.

But the big names don’t stop there. John Alagia, famous for his work with John Mayer and Dave Matthews, has produced the star-studded affair.

Ripe will hit Australian and American stores on September 18.

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Darren Hayes Releases Delicate New Disc

Darren Hayes is set to release his third solo record, This Delicate Thing We’ve Made, in August.

Darren stormed up the international charts as the frontman of power-pop duo Savage Garden. However, his solo career to date has been lacklustre.

Perhaps the new album will fare better, as industry insiders say the new disc features unique electronic pop arrangements, which perfectly showcase his angelic vocals.

Eager fans can make up their own minds and preview film clips for two album tracks, “Who Would Have Thought?” and “Step Into the Light,” at Darren’s official website.

Darren is expected to tour Australia in spring to support the release.

This Delicate Thing We’ve Made will be released in Australia on August 20 through Darren’s Powdered Sugar label.

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Augie March Plans American Release

Melbourne rockers Augie March are set to take the United States by storm when they release their chart-topping album Moo, You Bloody Choir.

Moo, You Bloody Choir is the third album from the Aussie indie band. No overnight success story, Augie March has slowly built a loyal fan base attracted to their poetic lyrics and complex melodies.

According to The Daily Telegraph, Augie March enjoyed warm receptions when they recently entertained music industry bigwigs in Los Angeles and New York. They plan to return to American for a more extensive tour to coincide with their album release in August.

In the group’s native Australia, Moo, You Bloody Choir went platinum and spawned the APRA Song of the Year, “One Crowded Hour.”

Jive/Zomba Records will release the album in America on August 7. The release will feature a bonus track, “There is No Such Place” and videos for “One Crowded Hour” and “The Cold Acre.”

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Silverchair Unleashes “Young Modern”

The wait is over – rock supergroup Silverchair are back.

Their long-awaited fifth album Young Modern builds on the success of Diorama, with its orchestral bursts and fantastical lyrics. Young Modern raced to the top of the Australian charts in the first week of its release, and was certified double-platinum in less than a month. It spawned the monster hit single “Straight Lines” which also debuted at number one.

After impressing fans back home, Silverchair are keen to wow crowds in America.

Fans will get to hear the new songs live when The ‘Chair tour the United States and Canada later this year. The dates will include a main stage appearance at Chicago’s Lollapalooza Festival. While Silverchair played a handful of sold-out shows earlier this year, the band has not toured North America since 1999.

According to Undercover, Silverchair are currently negotiating with international record labels to release Young Modern throughout Europe.

Young Modern will be released in North America on July 24. Their American tour kicks off in San Diego on July 13.

Image source: Silverchair website