Category: Single Releases

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Chet Faker Gives First Taste of “Thinking in Textures”

Enigmatic Melbourne musician Chet Faker is easing us into our working week with his soulful new single “Terms and Conditions.”

It’s a bit of a slow burner, but once it hooks you it just doesn’t let go. The song is our first taste of Chet’s debut EP Thinking in Textures, which will hit stores in late March.

Chet Faker honed his craft in Melbourne’s disco and house scene, but has developed his sound to include more acoustic elements and intimate lyrics. He hides behind a bushy beard and an alias, but those words reveal plenty about who Chet Faker is.

Thinking in Textures is slated for a March release in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. With all those distribution deals, this unassuming musician might just be our next big global star.

Image used with permission from Remote Control Records

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Panama Makes “Magic”

“Magic” is a pretty appropriate title for the new single from Sydney-based electro act Panama.

The band is led by Jarrah McCleary, a classically-trained pianist from the Northern Territory. His training anchors the quartet’s sound, which pays tribute to the dance acts of the 80s. This song has a gorgeous tropical feel which conjures up the summer heat none of us have quite had this year. There’s a dance remix, but I prefer the song in its purest form.

Panama release “Magic” digitally on March 2.

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Steve Lane & Autocrats Tour “Far, Far Away” Single

It seems like Steve Lane & The Autocrats will jump on any excuse for the tour. The hardworking bluesy rock act will tour the country yet again this month and the next to support the release of their new single “Far, Far Away.”


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The song comes from the band’s debut album The Romance of Communication, which hit stores late last year. Like the other cuts from the album, this song sounds so seasoned that it’s amazing to think the band’s only just starting out. However with members coming from Augie March, Paul Kelly’s band, The Shedshakers, and other esteemed acts it’s easy to see why this outfit gels so well.

Steve Lane & The Autocrats are rapidly gaining a reputation as one of Australia’s most exciting live acts. See what all the fuss is about at the following shows.

26 Feb 2012 – Toff in Town, Melbourne
3 March 2012 – The Palais, Hepburn Springs
10-11 March 2012 – Lake Mountain Music Festival, Marysville
12 March 2012 – Buxton Ridge Winery, Marysville
13 March 2012 – The Basement, Sydney
14 March 2012 – Great Northern Newcastle
15 March 2012 – Port Macquarie Hotel
16 March 2012 – The Loft, Gold Coast
17 March 2012 – The Beetle Bar Brisbane
18 March 2012 – Peregian Origionals, Sunshine Coast
20 March 2012 – Gold Coast University, Gold Coast
20 March 2012 – Palmy Cafe, Palm Beach
22 March 2012 – The Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
23 March 2012 – The Federal Hotel, Bellingen
24 March 2012 – The Grand Junction Hotel, Maitland
25 March 2012 – The Front Bar and Gallery, Canberra
30 March 2012 – The Golden Vine, Bendigo
31 March 2012 – The Loft, Warrnambool

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“Wild Love” for Gossling

Gossling is showing her sultry side with her new single “Wild Love,” our first taste of her third EP Intentional Living.

That disc won’t drop until April 20 but Gossling is looking to tide us over with a string of shows including support slots for Adam Cohen and a few headlining gigs.

The song is another accomplished cut from this local singer-songwriter. Although we shouldn’t be surprised as everything Gossling touches turns to gold, and Evermore’s Dan Hume also shares songwriting credits.

Here are all the places you can catch Gossling launching the single in the coming months.

1 March 2012 – The Bird, Northbridge
2 March 2012 – Nannup Festival @ Nannup Theatre, Nannup
3 March 2012 – Nannup Festival @ Town Hall, Nannup
6 March 2012 – Fly By Night, Perth (supporting Adam Cohen)
9 March 2012 – Regal Ballroom, Melbourne (supporting Adam Cohen)
11 March 2012 – Port Fairy Folk Festival, Port Fairy
13 March 2012 – The Tivoli, Brisbane (supporting Adam Cohen)
14 March 2012 – The Basement, Sydney (supporting Adam Cohen)
26 April 2012 – Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane
27 April 2012 – Clarendon Guest House, Katoomba
28 April 2012 – The Basement, Sydney
29 April 2012 – The Brass Monkey, Cronulla
2 May 2012 – Little Creates Loft, Fremantle
3 May 2012 – The Bird, Northbridge
4 May 2012 – Wheatsheaf Hotel, Adelaide
5 May 2012 – Thornbury Theatre, Thornbury

Image used with permission from Repertoire Publicity

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Elen Levon Releases New Dance Single

Elen Levon is following up her debut smash single “Naughty” with another slice of dance pop, “Like a Girl (In Love).”

While the single doesn’t hit iTunes until March 2 it’s already generating buzz with a film clip release and some airplay. It’s not going to change the world, but it can certainly go toe to toe with the Rihanna and Beyonce songs that burn up the charts. It’s also refreshing to hear this teen star singing something a little more age appropriate. But would it kill her to put on some pants for the film clip?

The release of “Like a Girl (In Love)” is well timed following Elen’s recent appearance at Beijing’s Gala World Music Festival last month. Could she be our next global superstar?

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Wolf & Cub Tour Double A-Side Single

Indie darlings Wolf & Cub are back with a brand new double A-side single, which features the songs “See The Light” and “All Through the Night.”

The tracks showcase two different sides of this fledgling Australian outfit. “All Through the Night” is my favorite with is driving bass beat, ethereal falsetto vocals, and psychedelic guitars. In contrast “See The Light” is edgier with a bluesy bass line and dark hooks.

Wolf & Cub will take their sweet time travelling around the country and playing a few single launch shows this month and the next to support the release. See this exciting act at the following shows.

9 March 2012 – Arcade Lane, Adelaide
24 March 2012 – The Espy, Melbourne
5 April 2012 – GoodGod, Sydney

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San Cisco Tour “Rocket Ship” Single

San Cisco have followed up their playful breakout single “Awkward” with another upbeat pop gem “Rocket Ship.”

There’s just something about this band’s music that makes me smile. And how could a song about leaving your comfort zone to pursue your dreams be anything but uplifting?

The band are currently wrapping up their EP tour, but they’re not about to sit idly once that’s done. They’ve already announced a string of dates to support the release of “Rocket Ship.” The run includes appearances at the regional Groovin’ the Moo festivals and a few sideshows, including an all ages date in Adelaide. Tickets are on sale now for the following gigs.

27 April 2012 – Mojo’s, Fremantle
2 May 2012 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
3 May 2012 – Fowlers Live, Adelaide (All Ages)
5 May 2012 – Groovin’ The Moo, Bendigo
6 May 2012 – Groovin’ The Moo, Townsville
9 May 2012 – The Standard, Sydney
10 May 2012 – Elsewhere, Gold Coast
11 May 2012 – The Zoo, Brisbane
12 May 2012 – Groovin’ The Moo, Maitland
13 May 2012 – Groovin’ The Moo, Canberra
19 May 2012 – Groovin’ The Moo, Bunbury

Image used with permission from SCG Media

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Rocco’s Back with “Thunder”

I had a bit of a blast from the past this morning when I discovered the epic electro rock track “Thunder” by Rocco. That name might not mean a lot to most music fans, but if you were seeing pop acts in the early naughties you might remember Rocco as one half of Gemini.

I remember fondly seeing the duo supporting Human Nature long before the whole Motown thing. I’d figured they’d fallen far from the radar, but was thrilled to see Rocco’s still making music, now with the help of former Mantissa guitarist Chris Collins.

The release of this song about change and personal growth has been a long time coming. Rocco’s been working and reworking this song for the last few years waiting for the right producer, which he found in Matt O’Connor.

“Working with Matt brought another element to our sound and ‘Thunder’ matured from electro rock to an electro guitar-driven, melodic, euphoric pop song,” he explained.

“Thunder” will be officially released on February 27 ahead of its single launch on March 9 at Sydney’s The Supper Club.

Image used with permission from AAA Entertainment

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ABC Music Sign The Rumjacks to New FOUR | FOUR Label

Irish-influenced Sydney band The Rumjacks are the first to join ABC Music’s latest label, FOUR | FOUR.

The Rumjacks take their cues from Celtic traditions but layer those classical sounds with punk rock, reggae, and even a bit of gypsy swing. They’ve been plugging away under the radar since 2008, but the signing with ABC’s latest label should introduce them to a whole new audience.

“In essence, FOUR | FOUR represents music that, at its core, is as simple as a 4/4 time signature,” explained ABC Music head Robert Pattinson. “It’s music that moves people in a fundamental way. The imprint’s first signing, The Rumjacks, typifies what FOUR | FOUR is all about – honest music making with a no-nonsense directness and immediacy that connects with the listener from the first moment.”

The Rumjacks’ new single “Crosses for Eyes” gives us a taste of what’s to come on their first FOUR | FOUR album release. If you want to hear even more you can catch the band on their annual St Patrick’s Day tour next month.

15 March 2012 – The Joynt, Brisbane
16 March 2012 – Baroque Bar, Katoomba
17 March 2012 – The Sandringham Hotel, Newtown
18 March 2012 – Cherry Bar, Melbourne

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Fairchild Republic Unleash “Villages”

“Villages,” the debut single from Gold Coast rockers Fairchild Republic, is one of those songs that creeps underneath your skin, staying put long after it’s over. The band leaked it to Rage late last year, and it made such an impression that it ended up in the music program’s top 50 clips of the year.

And it wasn’t even released yet.

So we can expect even bigger things now that the epic “Villages” is officially dropping. It should whip us all into a frenzy before Fairchild Republic’s debut album hits record store shelves in the middle of the year. That frenzy whipping will kick off later this month when Fairchild Republic embark on an east coast tour to support the single’s release. Be there so you can say you saw them before they made it big!

23 February 2012 – Oh Hello, Brisbane (supporting Cub Scouts and Pluto Jonze)
24 February 2012 – Runaway Bay Tavern, Gold Coast (supporting Cub Scouts and Pluto Jonze)
29 February 2012 – Neverland, Gold Coast (supporting Neon Indian)
3 March 2012 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney