Category: Single Releases

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Cap Carter Releases Beautiful New Single, “Home”

I’ve been sitting on Cap Carter’s new single “Home” for a little while now. I received an early private stream and fell in love with this powerful guitar ballad instantly, so I’ve sat quietly biding my time waiting for it’s official release. I am so glad it’s out in the world so you can hear it.

In this raw, intimate song, Cap gives voice to a close friend’s abusive relationship. It’s an unflinching look at the physical and emotional toll of partner violence which is every bit as potent as his other releases.

Every time I hear something else from this Western Sydney-based singer-songwriter, I fall a little more in love with his music. “Home” is the latest in a line of stellar releases from this exciting new talent.

Image used with permission from Cap Carter Management

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Discover Bruno Major Before He Hits Our Shores

British R&B star Bruno Major is making his very first trip Down Under next month. I must admit, I wasn’t across Bruno’s work before this morning but I’m an instant fan.

This guy does R&B a little differently to many of the modern chart toppers. As his most recent single suggests, he’s a little old-fashioned, with a delicate touch and a chocolatey smooth voice. There’s no bravado or swag about him. Just classic charm. Take a listen to that single “Old Fashioned” and just see if you don’t want to listen to his breakthrough album A Song For Every Moon. Then see if you can resist buying some tickets.

Bruno is playing small local venues, which are the perfect setting for his intimate style of soul music. You don’t want to wait until he blows up and is forced into larger venues folks. Catch him this September at the following shows.

17 September 2019 – The Lansdowne Hotel, Sydney
19 September 2019 – Brisbane Festival Spiegeltent, Brisbane
21 September 2019 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne

Image used with permission from Good Intent

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Montaigne Releases “Ready” Ahead of New Album & Tour

It feels like far too long since the ever-fabulous Montaigne graced us with new music. So I was thrilled to wrap my ears around her latest track “Ready.”

“Ready” is a stirring call to arms, a heady pop anthem about taking part in social change, come what may.

“To me the song is about this political moment, where humanity is starting to realise how actually cooked this planet is, that it never had to be like this, and that we have the power now to overthrow those who’ve forced us into this corner,” Montaigne explained. “It’s music that I’m proud of representing, because I think that it reflects the feelings swirling around the current political shitfest my generation is facing, and it attempts to transform the anxiety amongst those feelings into angry power. It’s like a fuel source.”

The good news for Montaigne is that there’s more where this came from. “Ready” is the first track lifted from Montaigne’s brand-new album Complex, which hits stores on August 30. Along with the CD, a spiffy limited-edition red vinyl version will also be available. Get them both and you’ll score a free eco-friendly tote bag. Fans who pre-order Complex will also score an illustrated poster.

With the album dropping in late August, Montaigne will give us just the time to familiarise ourselves with the new material before she sets off on her national tour in November. Montaigne has teamed up with PLUS1 to make sure a dollar from every ticket supports Bush Heritage Australia’s efforts to conserve the nation’s biodiversity. Tickets go on sale tomorrow from Oztix for the following dates.

7 November 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide
8 November 2019 – Badlands, Perth
9 November 2019 – Mojo’s Fremantle
14 November 2019 – Solbar, Maroochydore
15 November 2019 – The Zoo, Brisbane
16 November 2019 – The Northern, Byron Bay
17 November 2019 – The Zoo, Brisbane
21 November 2019 – Tap House, Bendigo
22 November 2019 – Torquay Hotel, Torquay
23 November 2019 – The Croxton, Melbourne
28 November 2019 – UC Hub, Canberra
29 November 2019 – The Metro, Sydney
30 November 2019 – UOW Unibar, Wollongong

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Celebrate Life With The Skelton Collective

Perth quartet The Skelton Collective are spreading good vibes with their latest single “All I Wanna Be.” It’s a jazzy, funky little number about embracing life, the opportunities it presents, and positivity.

This is the second single from The Skelton Collective’s new EP Choosing Happy. A largely self-recorded and produced venture, it’s been a labour of love for this talented local band.

The Skelton Collective will showcase songs from the EP and a few surprises at their upcoming shows. Catch them tomorrow night at Fremantle’s Sonar Room or on June 22 at Studio 9 in Kelmscott.

Image used with permission from the A&R Department

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CASA X Releases Hot New Single, “Lighting Fires”

Sydney rapper CASA X shows he can write rhymes with the best of them with the release of his sophomore single “Lighting Fires.” In a world where so many rappers put on a front, CASA X’s honest, introspective lyrics, which show real life is often far from the glitz and glamour they portray, really stand out.

“I want to give people an insight of what a struggling artist lives through,” he explained. “The highs and lows, the torment of success, and to consider what the price of fame is really worth.”

CASA X’s thought-provoking approach to his artistry extends to the music video, as he explains. “We used multiple symbolic transitions such as water to fire, industrial to nature, and disoriented to a clear state, in order to show the rebirth of an artist.”

CASA X will soon release his upcoming album 100Faces. Until then, why don’t you give this stellar single another listen?

Image used with permission from Stimulated Media

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Latchy Brighten Up Back-to-Work Tuesday With “Just Call”

Going back to work after a long weekend is never easy, but Sydney’s Latchy is here to make your day a little brighter with his new synth-pop gem, “Just Call.”

I’m getting serious Passion Pit and LANY vibes from this feelgood track. Latchy originally conceived it as a break-up song, but somewhere along the line it morphed into a poignant love letter to Australia. After working for an airline for several years, Latchy knows all too well the emotions that can come with leaving this beautiful country of ours time and time again!

2019 is set to be a big year from Latchy, with several singles in the pipeline and, if we’re really lucky, a tour.

Image used with permission from GD FRNDS

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Guy Sebastian Pays Tribute to a Life Cut Short With “Choir”

Guy Sebastian seems to always have a smile on his face in his new role as mentor on The Voice, but he’s had a hard year. In 2018 he lost his good friend and bandmate Luke Liang. But never one to dwell in the darkness, he’s created one of the most positive tributes you’re ever going to hear, his new single “Choir.”

“Luke made my life better and made life more fun. When I first sat down I was grieving and started writing a ballad and it was slow and it was just not Luke Liang, so I ripped it up and started again,” Guy explained. “I wanted to write something that was more joyful and that made people want to think of his life and celebrate it rather than feel grief, because I know he wouldn’t want that.” Sebastian laughs fondly. “So that’s where ‘Choir’ was born, which is poignant but fun and uptempo.”

This song is such a fitting tribute to a man who brought laughter and light to those around him. I always appreciate Guy’s work, but I think this track is one of the best he’s released in a couple of years. He’ll play it, all the songs you know and love, and new music ahead of its release later this year on his upcoming Ridin’ With You tour. Tickets go on sale on June 14 for the following shows.

6 September 2019 – Festival Theatre, Adelaide
7 September 2019 – Regal Theatre, Perth
12 September 2019 – Wrest Point Casino, Hobart
14 September 2019 – The Arts Centre, Melbourne
21 September 2019 – The Star, Gold Coast
22 September 2019 – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane
3 October 2019 – The Star, Sydney

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Graace is Back With “Have Fun at Your Party”

Graace bowled me over with her heartbreakingly honest EP Self Sabotage last year. She’s back with “Have Fun at Your Party,” a track that picks up where she left off with its aching intimacy.

I love the way this track combines electronic and pop influences. But it’s the lyrics and heartfelt delivery that really strike a chord. It’s so vulnerable and raw, everything I loved about her earlier material with perhaps a little extra polish.

“I was ‘dating’ someone when I started writing this. We went a lot of the first few months together trying to deny how we felt about each other, constantly pushing one away then pulling them back,” she explained. “I wanted the listener to picture me drinking all night because I couldn’t stop thinking about them while they were out, because at the end of the day I was head over heels.”

After spending the last month touring in the United Kingdom and Europe, Graace is in fine form. She has several local shows coming up, including a pair of launch shows celebrating her latest single release.

8 June 2019 – Curve Ball @ Carriageworks, Sydney
29 June 2019 – Falcona 10th Birthday @ The Woolstore, Melbourne
4 July 2019 – Wesley Anne, Melbourne (single launch)
6 July 2019 – Low 302, Sydney

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The Beautiful Monument Gets us Excited About New Album With Single Release

Melbourne alt-rock act The Beautiful Monument has delivered a delicious taste of their forthcoming new album with the release of their latest single “Stay.”

It’s an epic, yet deeply personal, track which reminds me a little of something we might hear from Paramore or our own Tonight Alive. It explored frontwoman Lizi Blanco’s feelings leaving home for the first time.

“If I hadn’t have moved away from my family, The Beautiful Monument wouldn’t exist. Everything happens for a reason and sometimes it’s hard to understand at the time, but it all ties in and makes sense eventually,” she explained.

“Stay” comes from The Beautiful Monument’s new album I’m the Reaper, which drops on June 28.

Image used with permission from Deathproof PR; credit: Steven Cook

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Party On With Imagine the Rapper’s Latest Cut, “When The Doors are Closed”

Sydney emcee Imagine the Rapper has released your perfect Saturday soundtrack, his vibey new single “When the Doors are Closed.”

Featuring guest vocals from Victorian singer-songwriter Shaun Black, the track has a laid-back party feel that pays a nod to pop, R & B, and hip hop. Imagine the Rapper’s rhymes have a distinctly Aussie flavour that should appeal to local listeners. He says the track was inspired by his stint living and working in a Hunter Valley pub.

“Naturally working in hospitality I felt most relaxed at closing time “When The Doors Are Closed.” As soon as we shut I was out the back by the fire bucket drinking with his mates until the sun came up,” he explained. “The song pretty much sums up that build up to that moment, the story of some mates coming together and enjoying each other’s company over more than a few cold ones and doobie or two.”

“When the Doors are Closed” was conceived and created at the Grow My Music songwriters retreat. What a testament to its benefit for local musical talent!