Category: Single Releases

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Finabah Want You to Jump!

With their new single “Everyone Jump (When They Tell You How High)” enjoying solid air play, NA2R rock winners Finabah are shaping up as an Aussie act to watch in 2010.

The song showcases the band’s trademark rock-pop sound and catchy melodies. Underneath that radio-friendly sound, the band said there’s a real message.

“The track was heavily inspired by the modern fashion industry, and everyone’s struggle to be different,” explained bassist Brendan Langfield. “It seems a lot of the time people are so concerned with being ‘trendy’ and ‘unique’ that they forget about who they really are”.

Following an east coast tour in February and March, the band will take their tunes to the kids as part of the 2010 Rock the Schools tour. The government initiative sees the band performing more than 25 shows to more than 15, 000 students, and giving them a hands-on lesson about rock and roll. They certainly weren’t teaching that when I was at school!

Before that, make sure you get out and support this exciting unsigned act on their Everybody Jump tour!

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12 February 2010 – Syke, The Producer Bar @ Electric Light Hotel, Adelaide, SA (18+)
13 February 2010 – The Underground, Adelaide (All Ages)
19 February 2010 – Mynt Lounge, Werribee (18+)
20 February 2010 – Bang @ Royal Melbourne Hotel (18+)
21 February 2010 – Fist 2 Face, Melbourne (All Ages)
5 March 2010 – X&Y Bar, Brisbane (18+ Unplugged set)
6 March 2010 – The Hive, Brisbane (All Ages)
6 March 2010 – Thriller, Brisbane (All Ages)
7 March 2010 – Gladstone Hotel, Gladstone (18+)

Image used with permission from AAA Entertainment

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The Black Ryder Release New Video, Aimee Scores New Moon Soundtrack Slot

The Black Ryder has released a stunning video for “Sweet Come Down.” The haunting song comes from the band’s highly anticipated debut, Buy The Ticket, Take the Ride, which hits stores on November 6.

The song is a fan favourite, with Aimee Nash and Scott Ryper sharing vocal duties and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club’s Peter Hayes on harmonica.

The accompanying clip is more short film than traditional music video, with acclaimed director Michael Spiccia and cinematographer Stefan Duscio at the helm. The wilds of south west New South Wales become a beautiful and foreboding landscape for the scene, which takes place after a mysterious tragedy.

The Black Ryder fans should look out for Aimee moonlighting on the new Black Rebel Motorcycle track, “Done All Wrong.” The song, which features Aimee’s ethereal vocals, is featured on the recently released Twilight – New Moon soundtrack.

The Black Ryder will celebrate the release of Buy The Ticket, Take the Ride with a show at The Tote Bar in Melbourne on November 19. The band will play alongside Killed Two Birds, Slight of Build, and Dreaming of Ghosts. It’s their very last show this year, so make sure you don’t miss it!

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Guy Sebastian Duets with Jordin Sparks on New Single

Guy Sebastian will follow up the success of his latest single “Like It Like That” with a duet with American Idol winner, Jordin Sparks. Guy recorded the track “Art of Love” recently in the United States. The song is the second to be released from Guy’s fifth studio album Like It Like That, which hits stores on Friday.

It won’t just be Guy’s CDs that fans will see in the stores though. Guy’s just announced a run of in-store appearances ahead of his tour next February. Guy will sign autographs and perform for his loyal fans at the shopping centre appearances. Here are all the places you can catch Guy in the coming months. Make sure to mark them in your calendars!

23 October 2009 – Virgin Megastore, 343 George St, Sydney @ 1pm
24 October 2009 – Westfield Tea Tree Plaza, Adelaide @ 12.30pm
29 October 2009 – Westfield, Liverpool @ 6pm.
12 Feb 2010 – Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention Centre
13 Feb 2010 – Adelaide Entertainment Centre
14 Feb 2010 – State Theatre, Sydney
19 Feb 2010 – QPAC, Concert Hall, Brisbane
20 Feb 2010 – Arts Centre, Hamer Hall, Melbourne

Image source: Renee Anquetil @ Wikimedia Commons

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Shannon Noll and Street Warriors Cover "Solid Rock"

Shannon Noll has teamed up with indigenous hip hoppers Street Warriors to revamp an Australian classic, the Goanna hit “Solid Rock.”

The combination of hip hop beats and rock guitars breathes new life into the 1982 anthem which sang of the displacement of Aboriginal tribes during Australia’s white settlement. The themes made the song particularly poignant for the Street Warriors.

“If everyone practices respect – for land, for country, for each other, most of our problems would disappear,” said one half of the group, Abie Wright.

The video saw Shannon and the band headed to the Gommeroi Land around Gunnedah. The song pays homage to the Street Warriors’ ancestor, Red Chief Kangaroo, and they shot part of the video in the Red Chief Cave in his honour. Check it out below!

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The Versus Sign to Warner, Offer Free Single Download

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Killing Heidi duo Ella and Jesse Hooper have just been signed up to Warner Music Australia. The brother-sister team’s latest incarnation, The Verses, showcases their incredible talent and knack for crafting an unforgettable song.

“The Verses are all about old-fashioned quality: beautifully crafted songs, great musicianship and unforgettable vocal melodies,” explained Warner president and CEO, Ed St John. “They take all the things that are good about ‘classic rock’ and combine them with a totally contemporary sensibility. So many people know and admire Jesse and Ella Hooper and all that they stand for, but I still think people will be blown away by this band.”

Meanwhile Ella and Jesse Hooper are hopeful about the opportunities their partnership with Warner will present.

“We are very excited to be working with the people at Warners for our new project The Verses as we really respect their nurturing of local talent,” the pair said in a statement. “The Verses has been something we have been creating with a lot of love and are looking forward to sharing our music again. We are thrilled to be debuting our new band on the Fleetwood Mac tour in December, who are one of our favourite groups!“

The band’s first single “Forever More” will hit radio on October 26, but you can get it for free now at The Versus website. The song comes from the band’s debut EP, which is scheduled to drop on November 13. That gives fans just enough time to learn all the songs ahead of the Fleetwood Mac tour. Here are all the dates!

1 & 2 December 2009 – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
5 December 2009 – Hope Estate Winery, Hunter Valley
7 December 2009 – Acer Arena, Sydney
11 & 12 December 2009 – Members Equity, Perth
15 & 16 December 2009 – Entertainment Centre, Brisbane

Image used with permission from Warner Music Australia

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The John Steel Singers Launch "Masochist" with Aussie Tour

Brisbane’s The John Steel Singers aren’t content with just one launch for their new single “Masochist.” They’re playing a series of launch shows all around the country!

The song, which combines art-rock, classic pop, and indie elements, was recorded with the band’s producer and mentor, Robert Forster of The Go-Betweens. He’s brought out a spontaneous and energetic sound from the band, while allowing them the freedom to experiment. The band loves to tell stories about dysfunctional relationships. In the case of “Masochist,” we hear the story of a man who can’t apply himself to love.

“Masochist” is the first single from The John Steel Singers’ debut album Tangalooma, which will be released early next year. From October 30, the band will be joined by folksters Little Scout. Here are all the dates!

16 October 2009 – Jive, Adelaide
17 October 2009 – One Movement Festival, Perth
23 October 2009 – Annandale Hotel, Sydney
24 October 2009 – Transit Bar, Canberra
30 October 2009 – Pelly Bar, Frankston
31 October 2009 – Karova, Ballarat
1 November 2009 – Republic Bar, Hobart
2 November 2009 – East Brunswick Club, Melbourne
6 November 2009 – Bon Amici, Toowoomba
7 November 2009 – Old Museum, Brisbane

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It's All About Hugh Sheridan!

Here’s our first sneak peek at the cover art for “All About Me,” the debut single from Packed to the Rafters’ star Hugh Sheridan.

The track was written by Rob Wells and Matthew Marston, who’ve also penned tracks for Backstreet Boys, Mika, Olivia Newton-John, Cyndi Lauper, and Vanessa Amorosi. Clearly they know what it takes to create a hit!

“All About Me” will go to radio this week ahead of its official release on October 19. It’s the latest taste of Hugh’s new album Speak Love, which is set to drop on November 27. The CD also includes the recent hit “Just Can’t Throw Us Away.”

Image used with permission from Sony Music Australia

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Ricki-Lee Coulter's Raunchy New Clip

Since splitting with her ex-husband James Babbington last year, Ricki-Lee Coulter has ditched the nice girl image for some saucy pop tracks. Coming hot off the heels off “Don’t Miss You” comes another angry girl anthem, “Hear No See No Speak No.”

“It’s about getting to the point of strength in yourself where you just don’t want to hear someone’s voice,” she explains. “You no longer want to see their face or see the same situations reoccurring. And you no longer want to talk it out anymore.”

And nothing says strength like a dominatrix, so Ricki Lee’s donning the latex and fishnet stockings for the sexy clip. She plays a woman wronged who meets a mystery man, played by Gold Coast Titans player Daniel Conn. He faces a serious grilling at the hands of Ricki and her whip!

It all sounds quite controversial, so it’ll be interesting to see whether Video Hits plays a toned-down version this Saturday. The single hits radio today ahead of its official release on October 23.

Image source: The Harbour Agency

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Eskimo Joe Live It Up in "Don't Let Me Down"

I am loving the video for Eskimo Joe’s latest single, “Don’t Let Me Down.” When I heard this song on Inshalla, I never imagined it’d get such a cheeky video! Kav Temperley has his hands full with a bevy of aspiring Mrs Robinsons. Although, he doesn’t seem anywhere near as shy as Dustin Hoffman’s Benjamin Braddock!

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Download Free Amber Lawrence Track

Country starlet Amber Lawrence is offering fans a free download of her new song, “When It All Comes Down.” The tune is the title track from Amber’s sophomore album, which is in stores now.

The emotional song was penned as a tribute to her father, who died of leukaemia in 2008.

“This is the title track of the album, and the most truthful and heartfelt song on the album,” she explained. “This song asks some pretty hard questions about what life is all about. I wrote this song last year, as I spent the most part of 2008 walking Corridor 10 of the Prince of Wales hospital – visiting my dad as he battled leukaemia.

“Although we lost my Dad, the song has a happy ending – answering what my family and I found out to be the meaning of 2008 – that “When it all comes down to it … it all comes down to love.”

Visit Amber’s website to score the free track!