Category: Releases

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Paul Greene Tours Work Love Dance Trust

Paul Greene is of the hardest working men in the Australian music industry. To celebrate his new positive new acoustic pop single, “Work Love Dance Trust,” the talented singer-songwriter is preparing to embark on a massive regional tour.

The song confronts the harsh realities of life while reminding us not to dwell on the negatives. Just because we’re in the midst of a financial crisis, the world is still a wonderful place with endless possibilities. The uplifting tune comes from Paul’s current album, Distance Over Time. Check out the happy vid below!

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and Paul’s good friend will also join him on all the following dates.

27 September 2009 – Lennox Point Tavern
30 September 2009 – Dingos Backpackers, Rainbow Beach
2 October 2009 – Agnes Water Tavern
4 October 2009 – Oxford Hotel, Rockhampton
7 October 2009 – Central Hotel, Port Douglass
9 October 2009 – Green Ant Cantina, Cairns
10 October 2009 – Silkwood Hotel
11 October 2009 – Cactus Jack’s, Townsville
13 & 14 October 2009 – KC’s Bar & Grill, Airlie Beach
15 October 2009 – Denison Hotel, Bowen
16 October 2009 – Capella Cultural Centre, Capella
17 October 2009 – Maraboon Tavern, Emerald
22 October 2009 – Gold Coast Arts Centre
24 & 25 October 2009 – Caloundra Music Festival
30 October 2009 – Martians Cafe, Deans Marsh
4 November 2009 – The Grace Emily, Adelaide
5 November 2009 – Prairie Hotel, Parachilna
7 November 2009 – Pier Hotel, Port Lincoln
8 November 2009 – Port Neill Hotel, Port Neill
12 November 2009 – Mocean Cafe, Streaky Bay
13 November 2009 – Ceduna Sailing Club, Ceduna
18 November 2009 – Esperance Civic Centre, Esperance
20 November 2009 – Denmark Tavern, Denmark
21 November 2009 – Cape Wine Bar, Dunsborough
22 November 2009 – Quindanning Tavern, Quindanning
25 November 2009 – Mojo’s, Perth
26 November 2009 – Settler’s Tavern, Margaret River

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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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Free Philadelphia Grand Jury Download

Sydney three-piece Philadelphia Grand Jury are soon to release their new single “The Good News,” but they want you to hear it first.

Right-click here to save your free MP3 of the track, before it hits radio in a couple of weeks. This infectious slice of retro rock comes from the Philly Jays’ debut album Hope is for Hopers, which is scheduled to drop on September 25.

If you like what you hear make sure you experience the band’s acclaimed live shows at one of the following venues around the country.

27 August 2009 – Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay (with Dappled Cities Fly and Yacht Club DJs)
28 August 2009 – Bon Amici, Toowoomba (with Dappled Cities Fly and Yacht Club DJs)
29 August 2009 – The Zoo, Brisbane (with Dappled Cities Fly and Yacht Club DJs)
3 September 2009 – Jive, Adelaide (with Dappled Cities Fly and Yacht Club DJs)
4 September 2009 – Amplifier Bar, Perth (with Dappled Cities Fly and Yacht Club DJs)
5 September 2009 – Norfolk Basement, Fremantle (with Dappled Cities Fly and Yacht Club DJs)
11 September 2009 – Big Sound, Brisbane
12 September 2009 – Bimbadgen Blues Roots Funk n Grooves, Pokolbin
16 September 2009 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne (with Grinspoon)
17 September 2009 – The Factory, Sydney (with Grinspoon)
19 September 2009 – Hi Fi Bar, Brisbane(with Grinspoon)
17 October 2009 – Fresh Festival, Gold Coast
18 October 2009 – One Movement, Perth
25 October 2009 – Fat As Butter, Newcastle
30 December 2009 – Falls Festival, Marion Bay
31 December 2009 – Falls Festival, Lorne

Image used with permission from The 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)

Image used with permission from Thrillhill Entertainment

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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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Australian Idol Alum Jacob Butler Releases "Coma"

Last night Australian Idol made its long-awaited return to television screens. Looking at the ratings, perhaps I was the only one hanging out for the reality TV show! While Marcia, Dicko, and co. are sorting out the wheat from the chaff, I thought it was a good time to look back at one of the past successes.

Jacob Butler appeared a couple of years ago, and has taken his time to produce his new single “Coma.” The title makes the song sound a little snoozeworthy, but it actually reminds me a lot of Crowded House. Jacob was so obsessed with Britpop on the show; I really like this change in direction. Hopefully there’s more to come!

 

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New Song Obsession: "Red" by Daniel Merriweather

I must admit, I’ve been a little bemused at the hype about Daniel Merriweather. I was impressed at the level of success he’s achieved abroad, but also a little puzzled by it. The snippets I’d heard just seemed a little middle-of-the-road and uninspired. But then this morning I heard his new single “Red” and I understood. That’s why he’s generating such sales and buzz. This is one of the most genuine and soulful tracks I’ve heard in some time. I was wrong Daniel, and I say I’m wrong. This is brilliant.

 

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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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New Song Obsession: "Last Day on Earth" by Kate Miller-Heidke

It’s funny how life sometimes brings you back to songs, making you remember why you loved them in the first place, perhaps even making you fall a little deeper.

When I received the album Curiouser by Kate Miller-Heidke last year I was instantly struck by just how stunning the song “The Last Day on Earth” was. Then Channel Ten used it in their latest advertising campaign for Neighbours, and I fell in love all over again.

Apparently the song raced up the iTunes charts as the Australian TV viewing public grieved, so Sony has decided to release the track as an official single. Smart move. And now that we’ve got an official film clip, with Kate looking absolutely stunning with her red dress and new strawberry blonde do, I can erase the image of a sobbing Declan from my mind as I listen! While I can’t embed that clip, you can enjoy this live version!

 

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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