Category: Single Releases

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Press Club Releases “Suburbia” Ahead of Smith Street Band Support

For a rough and raw slice of Australiana, look no further than “Suburbia,” the latest single from Brunswick band Press Club.

The third single lifted from the band’s forthcoming debut album Late Teens, “Suburbia” explores our need for belonging and search for self-identity. Plaintive vocals from Natalie Foster bring this powerful track to life.

Press Club is one of those bands that works hard to maintain creative control of its sound. “Suburbia” was recorded in just one day, the self-produced by the band and engineered by its guitarist Greg Rietwyk.

Press Club will launch the single this week before joining The Smith Street Band for their national tour.

16 March 2018 – The Grace Darling, Melbourne (single launch)
21 March 2018 – Bar On The Hill, Newcastle (with The Smith Street Band)
22 March 2018 – Wollongong Uni, Wollongong (with The Smith Street Band)
23 March 2018 – UC Refectory, Canberra (with The Smith Street Band)
24 March 2018 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney (ALL AGES with The Smith Street Band)
25 March 2018 – Long Jetty Hotel, Central Coast (with The Smith Street Band)
29 March 2018 – Dunsborough Tavern, Dunsborough (with The Smith Street Band)
31 March 2018 – Astor Theatre, Perth (with The Smith Street Band)
1 April 2018 – Mojos, Fremantle (Under 18s with The Smith Street Band)
5 April 2018 – Whalers Hotel, Warrnambool (with The Smith Street Band)
6 April 2018 – Shadows, Mount Gambier (with The Smith Street Band)
7 April 2018 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide (ALL AGES with The Smith Street Band)
11 April 2018 – The Northern, Byron Bay (with The Smith Street Band)
12 April 2018 – The Spotted Cow, Toowoomba (with The Smith Street Band)
13 April 2018 – The Tivoli, Brisbane (with The Smith Street Band)
14 April 2018 – The Coolangatta Hotel, Gold Coast (with The Smith Street Band)
18 April 2018 – Giddy Goat Hotel, Rockhampton (with The Smith Street Band)
19 April 2018 – Magnums Hotel, Airlie Beach (with The Smith Street Band)
20 April 2018 – Dalrymple Hotel, Townsville (with The Smith Street Band)
21 April 2018 – Edge Hill Tavern, Cairns (with The Smith Street Band)
27 April 2018 – Discovery, Darwin (with The Smith Street Band)
28 April 2018 – Gap View Hotel, Alice Springs (with The Smith Street Band)
4 May 2018 – Saloon Bar, Launceston (with The Smith Street Band)
5 May 2018 – Odeon Theatre, Hobart (ALL AGES with The Smith Street Band)
9 May 2018 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat (with The Smith Street Band)
10 May 2018 – Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave (with The Smith Street Band)
11 May 2018 – Chelsea Heights Hotel, Chelsea Heights (with The Smith Street Band)
12 May 2018 – Hawthorne Arts Centre, Hawthorn (Under 18s with The Smith Street Band)
13 May 2018 – Theatre Royale, Castlemaine (with The Smith Street Band)

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Angie McMahon Playing Everywhere With New Single Release

Angie McMahon is scoring some high-profile supporting gigs of late, warming up crowds for Alanis Morissette earlier this year and preparing to do the same with Angus and Julia Stone later this year. But if she keeps releasing songs the calibre of new single “Missing Me,” the follow-up to “Slow Mover,” she’s going to graduate to permanent headliner before too long.

“Missing Me” is another strong indie rock ballad that packs a serious emotional wallop. There’s so much tension and angst in Angie’s resonate, husky voice. It’s a different kind of female voice than the one we typically hear in music, and it really strikes a chord with me.

Angie says “’Missing Me’ is about releasing all that punchy sass and angst that bubbles under the surface when somebody isn’t listening to you, or they’re letting you down, or breaking your heart.”

Angie has plenty of dates scheduled between headlining her single shows and supporting Angus & Julia Stone. Here are all the places you can catch her in the coming months.

14 March 2018 – The Gasometer, Melbourne
15 March 2018 – Lansdowne Hotel, Sydney
17 March 2018 – The Peninsula Picnic, Mornington
29 March 2018 – Nan’s Birthday, Bendigo
28 April – Eatons Hill Hotel, Brisbane (with Angus & Julia Stone)
29 April – Pilbeam Theatre, Rockhampton (with Angus & Julia Stone)
1 May 2018 – Entertainment Centre, Mackay (with Angus & Julia Stone)
2 May 2018 – Entertainment Centre, Townsville (with Angus & Julia Stone)
4 May 2018 – Munro Martin Parklands, Cairns (with Angus & Julia Stone)
5 May 2018 – Ski Club, Darwin (with Angus & Julia Stone)
9 May 2018 – Anitas Theatre, Thirroul (with Angus & Julia Stone)
10 May 2018 – UC Refectory, Canberra (with Angus & Julia Stone)
11 May 2018 – Civic Theatre, Newcastle (with Angus & Julia Stone)
12 May 2018 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (with Angus & Julia Stone)
15 May 2018 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney (with Angus & Julia Stone)
17 May 2018 – Ulumbarra, Bendigo (with Angus & Julia Stone)
18 May 2018 – Costa Hall, Geelong (with Angus & Julia Stone)
19 May 2018 – Festival Hall, Melbourne (with Angus & Julia Stone)
20 May 2018 – Forum Theatre, Melbourne (with Angus & Julia Stone)
22 May 2018 – Odean, Hobart (with Angus & Julia Stone)
23 May 2018 – Princess Theatre, Launceston (with Angus & Julia Stone)
25 May 2018 – Flinders University Plaza, Adelaide (with Angus & Julia Stone)
26 & 27 May 2018 – Arts Centre, Fremantle (with Angus & Julia Stone)
9 June 2018 – Sea N Sound, Mooloolaba
6 July 2018 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
7 July 2018 – Oxford Arts Factory, Sydney

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Georgia June Drops Fab New Single “Pressure”

Prepare to grab your hairbrush and dance around the room, because Sydney indie pop-rocker quintet Georgia June have released a fantastic new track, “Pressure.” This song has the right amount of angst and retro charm.

It’s a promising sign of what came out of Georgia’s mentorship under Billboard, which saw lead singer Georgia collaborating with Joel Wittenberg (Surf Rock is Dead) and Ayad Al Adhamy in New York City.

“Pressure is about the indecision and doubt that comes with pursuing what you love,” Georgia explained. “I had just decided to go overseas after deferring my university degree and was stressed about disappointing people if things didn’t work out, or if I didn’t amount to the person I wanted to be. But when producing the track, I wanted it to be a feel good groove song that people can dance to at our shows. “

You’ll get an opportunity to dance along when Georgia June launches the single at Sydney’s Lady Hampshire on March 24.

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Xavier Rudd Drops New Single Ahead of Aussie Tour

Xavier Rudd is one of those musicians who can seemingly do no wrong. He releases a single or album, and you can probably feel confident you’re going to dig it. Such is the case with his latest effort “Walk Away,” the first track lifted from his forthcoming new album Storm Boy. It’s a got a little more intensity than a lot of Xavier’s material, more power and less hippie vibes, but I’m embracing the new direction.

Storm Boy isn’t released until later this year, but you can bet fans will hear more tracks from it when Xavier plays shows in capital cities around the country next month. It’s the first time in a decade he’s played such small intimate venues, so fans are in for a real treat. Tickets are on sale now for the following shows.

12 April 2018 – Triffid, Brisbane
13 April 2018 – Factory Theatre, Sydney
14 April 2018 – Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne
15 April 2018 – Reverb Festival, Perth

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Neon Queen Releases Soulful New Single “Free My Mind”

Mondays can be difficult, but I’m easing into the working week thanks to the release of “Free My Mind,” the soulful new track from Melbourne’s Neon Queen. With smooth as chocolate vocals from Kriss Lisati, beautiful harmonies, and shimmering synths, it feels a classic song given a fresh modern makeover.

“‘Free My Mind’ marks a reinvention of Neon Queen’s sound for 2018 fully embracing our R&B and Rock roots and bringing the past into the present with Melbourne soul,” the band says.

I hear these guys are phenomenal live, so if you get a chance to see them next month, don’t hesitate. With most shows offering free entry, you’ve got nothing to lose!

7 April 2018 – Exeter Hotel, Adelaide (FREE)
21 April 2018 – The Evelyn, Melbourne
27April 2018 – Botany View Hotel, Sydney (FREE)
29 April 2018 – North Gong, Wollongong (FREE)

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Josienne Clarke & Ben Walker Playing in Oz This Week

British folk darlings Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker have just released a stunning new single “Bathed in Light,” so it’s the perfect time to remind you that they’re here. In our country. Right now. They’ve just played Port Fairy, but if you missed it, there are still several opportunities for you to catch them in the flesh.

Whether you make one of the shows below or not, you’re going to want to listen to this stunning song. “Bathed in Light” is a masterclass in restraint, a dreamy delicate piece that’s utterly captivated me.

“As a performer I’ve always been torn between my need for attention and my fear of how exposing it is, especially as a songwriter. In that 30 seconds before the first note when the audience is silent and the lights are on you, I’m gripped with nerves and I ask myself ‘why do you put yourself through this?’ This song is basically the narrative that runs through my head as I sweat and panic,” Josienne explained. “I want it to go well, and my stage fright has always come from a fear that I’m not really made of strong enough stuff for a performing career but I’ve gone and wasted my life trying to do it and what else would I do and by the second or third note I love it.”

“Bathed in Light” is the latest track lifted from Josienne and Ben’s first album of originals, Seedlings All. Catch them at their remaining Aussie appearances below.

14 March 2018 – Basement Discs instore, Melbourne (12:45 pm) @ 12.45pm
14 March 2018 – Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne
17 & 18 March 2018 – Blue Mountains Music Festival, Katoomba

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Didirri Tours Amazing New Single “Formaldehyde”

Artists like Didirri don’t come along every day. They challenge us with their artistry and move us with their thoughtful lyrics. They sound amazing, but there’s just a bit more going on. I’ve always been so impressed by this talented Melbourne singer-songwriter. With the release of his latest single “Formaldehyde,” he’s simply going from strength to strength.

“Formaldehyde is about nurturing the feeling of being out of control. Making sure you feel it to the fullest extent in order to resolve yourself,” he explained of the track inspired by Frida Kahlo and dedicated to all strong women. “It’s not only about the feeling of being out of control but also one of pain. Specifically, when people ask you to let go of something you are not ready to let go of. When you can still see the beauty in holding on to something painful and ugly, and you can only let go of something when you can no longer see the beauty in holding onto it.”

Didirri will bring his music to the masses when he tours the single this April ahead of his supporting role on Vance Joy’s September tour.

1 April 2018 – Boogie Festival, Tallarook
6 April 2018 – The Lansdowne, Sydney
7 April 2018 – 48 Watts, Newcastle
8 April 2018 – RAD, Wollongong
20 April 2018 – The Brightside, Brisbane
27 April 2018 – Howler, Melbourne
3 May 2018 – Mojo’s, Fremantle
4 May 2018 – Four5Nine, Perth
10 May 2018 – The Grace Emily, Adelaide
11 May 2018 – Republic Bar, Hobart

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Thunder Fox On the Road for Funky New Single

Saturday night might be behind us, but if you’re still in a party mood you’ll want to crank up your speakers and listen to “Two For One.” The latest track from funky Aussie act Thunder Fox, it features a falsetto and funky groove Prince would be proud of with a dash of hip hop to make things feel free.

“Two for One is a ridiculous song for a ridiculous woman who I love with all my heart, inexplicably,” explained Thunder Fox’s lead singer, Sam Dawes. “Only my ridiculous band mates and I could’ve concocted this one.”

Thunder Fox are currently playing shows to support the single. I hear things get a little wild at their gigs, so expect the unexpected at the following dates!

16 March 2018 – Selina’s, Coogee (FREE)
17 March 2018 – Smiths Alternative, Canberra
18 March 2018 – Birdhouse, Wagga Wagga
24 March 2018 – Tanja Hall, Bega
30 March – 2nd April 2018 – Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival, Byron Bay

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Harts Delivers Musical Pep Talk With “Ain’t Nothin’ On Me”

Indian-born Aussie-raised singer-songwriter Harts continues to impress with the release of his funky new single “Ain’t Nothin’ On Me.” I just love its deep groove and those empowering lyrics.

“In a world constantly putting you down, Ain’t Nothin’ On Me is song to build you up. It’s a song about self-confidence and self-belief in your own worth, skills and ambitions,” Harts explained. “The line ‘They could never do it like you’ is something Prince told me as words of encouragement to me when I thought I wasn’t good enough to be in the game with some of today’s current top artists. The song is raw, much inspired by a ‘go for it, don’t let others bring you down’ mentality.”

Harts has been spending a lot of time in the United States of late, but he’s back on Aussie soil to play a few festivals. Catch him at Bluesfest in Byron Bay on March 30 and 31 and Sea ‘n’ Sound on the Sunshine Coast on June 9.

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Love Ed Sheeran? Listen to Our Own Dylan Joel

The rest of Australia might be gripped by Ed Sheeran mania, but I’m far more interested in the singer-songwriters coming out of this country. If you love Ed, “Run to the River,” the new single from Melbourne’s Dylan Joel will be right up your alley.

“We shot the video in a desert one hour outside of San Diego, California in a town called Ocotillo,” Dylan explained. “The only things in the town of Ocotillo were a gas station, a saloon and a man who turns recycled junk in to UFOs … as you do. The story of the song was inspired by the idea of flipping a blues song. Hence the theme of the ‘river’ being something holy or life giving and the reference of a devil whispering. The theme came from some of the typical struggles we face as a society and the importance of questioning what things help us escape them.”

“Run to the River” is Dylan’s first new release since he dropped Authentic Lemonade, which was one of Triple J’s feature albums of the week, in 2015. He seems to have matured a lot as an artist since then, perhaps because he’s taken time to work on his craft with songwriting and recording sessions here and in the United States. If “Run to the River” is any indication, the new music will be worth a listen.

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