Category: Tours

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Xavier Rudd Charms With “High Times”

Xavier Rudd turns the romance all the way up to 11 with his new single “High Times.” It’s a tender acoustic guitar ballad which celebrates the beauty of long-term love.

“I’m stoked to release this song for summer,” Xavier enthused. “No matter what’s going on in our lives we can be thankful for the natural beauty that surrounds us and the freedom to take a breath in those spaces when we can find a little time. The high times.” 

After recently touring around Europe, Xavier is back on home soil. Make sure you catch him at one of his local shows before he jets off again.
6 January 2024 – Ocean Sounds Festival, Moonahmia/Churchill Island
1 March 2024 – Fremantle Prison, Walyalup/Fremantle
2 March 2024 – SummerSalt @ Castelli Estate, Koorabup/Denmark
3 March 2024 – SummerSalt @ Castelli Estate, Koorabup/Denmark

Photo credit: Nathan Hughes

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“Here They Come” – Eliza Hull

When you put your heart into music, when you lay your soul bare and let your listeners see all parts of yourself, I don’t think you can ever go wrong. That’s exactly what Eliza Hull has done with her new EP, Here They Come. You might remember me raving about the single “Running Underwater.” It set my expectations high, but the songs that support it on this five-track EP are every bit as strong.

It’s no coincidence that Eliza released Here They Come a few weeks ago on December 1, to coincide with International Day of People With Disability.

“I wanted to release the EP during the week of International Day of People With Disability because this record is about celebrating my disabled identity; it’s about all the parts of myself I hid away for so long because of stigma,” Eliza explained. “I also want to be the representation I was seeking as a disabled emerging musical artist.”

While these songs are bound to connect with listeners with disabilities who may have felt underrepresented or marginalised, I connected with this music on a purely human level. These are songs of struggle and strength, of acceptance and liberation. Eliza is a superb songwriter with an incredible voice, and that combination is showcased so powerfully here. She keeps the instrumentation simple, ensuring we can catch every important word she sings. Every song is a triumph, from the gentle piano ballad “Stay” to the epic slow burner, “Lilac Dreams.”

I’ve sat with this EP for a few days and I am falling more in love with every listen. It really is such a special release. I’ve been a fan of Eliza’s work for many years. It feels like everything she’s done before has been building towards this. Here They Come is out now. She’ll play the following shows next year to support its release.

20 January 2024 – Sydney Festival @ ACO Pier 2/3, Eora/Sydney
17 February 2024 – Town Folk Festival @ The Bridge Hotel, Dja Dja Wurrung Country/Castlemaine
23 February 2024 – Malthouse Theatre Outdoor Stage, Naarm/Melbourne
24 February 2024 – Cube Theatre, Wiradjuri Country/Wodonga
3 March 2024 – Mordi Festival @ Peter Scullin Reserve, Boonwurrung Country/Mordialloc

Main photo credit: Simon Browne

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COTERIE Release Summer Anthem, “Paradise”

Your favorite summer party band COTERIE have released a new anthem for the season, “Paradise.” I know you’ll want to crank this one up loud!

This song sounds fire coming out of your speakers, but you know it’ll be even better live. Consider this your reminder that COTERIE are touring all over the country on their Lush Leopard Regional Summer Tour real soon.

27 December 2023 – Waihi Beach Tavern, Waihi
30 December 2023 – The Good Home Ferrymead, Christchurch
31 December 2023 – The Buxton, Nelson
3 January 2024 – Shake & Bake @ Brewton, Maidstone
8 January 2024 – Totara St, Mount Maungaunui
11 January 2024 – Leigh Sawmill, Leigh
12 January 2024 – Opononi Hotel, Opononi
13 January 2024 – Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai
19 January 2024 – Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North
25 January 2024 – Tanks Arts Centre, Gimuy/Cairns
26 January 2024 – The Seabreeze Hotel, Yuwibara/Mackay
27 January 2024 – Solbar, Kabi Kabi/Maroochydore
2 February 2024 – Froth Craft Brewery, Goomburrup/Bunbury
3 February 2024 – Indian Ocean Hotel, Boorloo/Perth
4 February 2024 – The River Hotel, Wooditup/Margaret River
15 February 2024 – King Street Bandroom, Mulubinba/Newcastle
16 February 2024 – Hello Sailor, Guruk/Port Macquarie
29 February 2024 – Pelly Bar, Boon Wurrung/Frankston
1 March 2024 – The Westernport Hotel, Mellow/San Remo
2 March 2024 – Torquay Hotel, Wadawurrung/Torquay
8 March 2024 – Label., Dharug/Brookvale
9 March 2024 – The Pavilion, Kiama, Dharawal/Kiama

Image used with permission from Good Intent

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The Bad Dad Orchestra Wow Me With “Birds of Prey”

The Bad Dad Orchestra are a bit of a local secret, beloved in their native Lutruwita/Tasmania but largely unknown on the mainland. Listening to their latest single “Birds of Prey,” which features Julian Moss, the song of living legend Ian Moss, I’m convinced they should be every bit as big as the Teskey Brothers. They’ve got a similar classic soulful sound, but for some reason they just haven’t broken through.

They’re hardly newcomers either. They’ve released three EPs since 2016 and received extensive support from community radio and ABC’s regional channels. They’ve even played top national festivals like Blues on Broadbeach, Caloundra Music Festival, and Queenscliff Music Festival.

The Bad Dad Orchestra deserve all the accolades. We’ve all been sleeping on them. That’s on us. I’m not sure when we’ll see them on the mainland next, but they’ve got a stack of gigs booked in their home state. Catch them anywhere you can:

9 December 2023 – Forth #151, Punnilerpanner Country/Forth
16 December 2023 – Royal Oak, Kanamuluka/Launceston
31 December 2023 – Beerfest NYE, Royal Park, Kanamuluka Country/Launceston
21 January 2024 – Tamar Valley Festival, Kinimathatakinta/George Town
28 January 2024 – Mona Lawns @ Mona, Nipaluna/Hobart
2 February 2024 – Festival of King Island, Erobin/Currie
8-11 February 2024 – Party in the Paddock @ Quercus Park, Kanamuluka Country/Carrick
24 February 2024 – Love It Music Festival, Kanamuluka Country/Sassafras
2 March 2024 – Spoke Music Festival, Paredarerme Country/Swansea
3 March 2024 – Shearwater Resort, Tommeginne/Shearwater (supporting Rose Tattoo)
16 March 2024 – Forth Valley Blues Festival, Punnilerpanner Country/Forth

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Andy Martin Charms With “I Don’t Wanna Go Out”

Andy Martin has just dropped his fabulous new single “I Don’t Wanna Go Out” It’s an upbeat indie-pop earworm that should strike a chord with anyone who’s felt hibernating at home was the best option!

“I wrote ‘I Don’t Wanna Go Out’ back in February last year. Due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19, I began getting more and more socially anxious and I wrote this song around that central theme,” Andy recalled. “I’m constantly stuck in my head and when I wrote this, I felt stuck in my house as well (but didn’t know what to do). I feel like some people will be able to relate to this one closely. It’s hooky, fun, and playful, and Aidan [Hogg, producer] and Brock [Weston, mastering] really brought this one to life!”

Fresh from supporting PAIGE and Pacific Avenue, Andy will embark on a quick tour to support the recent release of “I Don’t Wanna Go Out”. All shows are free, so there’s no excuse for staying home in your PJs!

8 December 2023 – Solbar, Kabi Kabi and Jinibara Country/Sunshine Coast (FREE)
9 December 2023 – The Triffid, Meeanjin/Brisbane (FREE)
17 December 2023 – Hotel Brunswick, Durring/Brunswick Heads (FREE)

Photo credit: Darcy Goss

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GRXCE Drop Dark Pop Banger, “What U Want”

Eora/Sydney band GRXCE have really impressed me with their latest single “What U Want.” The press release bills them as a pop act, and they’re certainly producing the kind of catchy music associated with the genre. But it’s a little darker and grungier than you might expect. This is pop music with edge, and it’s awesome.

“‘This is the first time I’ve written from someone else’s perspective,” admitted GRXCE frontwoman Jamila Grace. “A friend sent me a song he’d written about a date he went on and this one line about the girl asking to take herself home, rather than be driven by someone else really stuck out to me. I almost immediately started writing the juxtaposing perspective to the story, which eventually transformed it from a song about a bad date into a cautionary tale of bad habits and finally being able to put your foot down to someone who isn’t clear about their intentions.”

This hardworking outfit will continue getting in front of crowds right up until Christmas. Catch them supporting some of the country’s best and brightest at the following venues:

1 December 2023 – The Lansdowne, Eora/Sydney (supporting Mid City)
2 December 2023 – King St Warehouse, Mulubinba/Newcastle (supporting Mid City)
14 December 2023 – Finnians, Guruk/Port Macquarie (supporting Pacific Avenue)
15 December 2023 – Hoey Moey, Gumbaynggirr Country/Coffs Harbour (supporting Pacific Avenue)
21 December 2023 – Hoey Moey, Gumbaynggirr Country/Coffs Harbour (supporting The Terrys & Beddy Rays)

Photo credit: Sevin Pakbaz

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Between You & Me Drop Nostalgic Summer Banger, “YEAH!”

Between You & Me have gone old-school with their latest single “YEAH!” and I’m here for it. With its nostalgic feel, you’ll want to add this track to your favourite summer playlist.

“I imagine this song playing in the montage scene of an early 2000s bratty comedy film,” admitted BYAM frontman Jake Wilson. “Stylistically it’s a big shift for BYAM, but we wanted to bring beachy summer vibes to a fun and carefree song.”

Their sound might have evolved, but this track sees BYAM collaborating again with Canadian producer Sam Guaiana, who flew to Australia earlier this year to record with the band.

BYAM have just announced a UK tour, but don’t stress if you’re a homegrown fan. I hear we can expect more new music and new local shows really soon, so there’s a lot for BYAM fans to look forward to! If you are in the UK, here’s those brand new dates:

16 February 2024 – Thekla, Bristol
17 February 2024 – Key Club, Leeds
18 February 2024 – Cathouse, Glasgow
19 February 2024 – Rescue Rooms, Nottingham
20 February 2024 – Rebellion, Manchester
22 February 2024 – Joiners, Southampton
23 February 2024 – Underworld, London
24 February 2024 – Asylum, Birmingham

Photo credit: Mitch Chamberlain

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Future Static Drop Electric New Single “Chemical Lobotomy”

Naarm/Melbourne metal act Future Static have blown me away with their latest single “Chemical Lobotomy.” It hits hard, with big thrashing drums and furious guitar riffs, and lead singer Amariah Cook has never sounded better. At times powerful, at times angelic, her voice can do absolutely anything.

“It’s no mystery that this song is about getting a little too excited with substances during lockdown. It was a boring time and, apart from writing music, there really wasn’t much else to do,” Amariah said. “I had a massive bout of inspiration and decided to start writing the vocals to the instrumental (written by Ryan) when I was suffering from a massive hangover. I got up out of bed and decided to write about my lack of control in the hopes it would help me understand why I was putting myself through this and how to get out of it. As the song developed, I realised that if I just sang the chorus a third time at the end, it would allude to nothing changing, whereas I wanted to write something ending on the positive side of these experiences: the connection with my friends and how we were all in this situation together.”

“Chemical Lobotomy” comes from Future Static’s upcoming debut album Liminality, which drops on November 24. It’ll be an exciting time for Future Static, who will kick off their sold-out national tour with Electric Callboy the next day. Here are all Future Static’s upcoming shows.

25 November 2023 – Metropolis Fremantle, Boorloo/Perth (supporting Electric Callboy)
27 November 2023 – Hindley Street Music Hall, Tarndanya/Adelaide (supporting Electric Callboy)
29 November 2023 – PICA, Naarm/Melbourne (supporting Electric Callboy)
30 November 2023 – Hordern Pavilion, Eora/Sydney (supporting Electric Callboy)
1 December 2023 – Eatons Hill Hotel, Meeanjin/Brisbane (supporting Electric Callboy)
5 April 2024 – 170 Russell, Naarm/Melbourne (supporting CLOWNS)
26 July 2024 – Radar Festival @ O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester

Photo credit: Beth Morrison

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Palace of the King Rock Out With “Tear it Down”

Australia has a proud tradition of Aussie pub rock acts. You know the type: big crunchy guitar riffs, bold drums, singers with powerful vocals and an “I don’t give a fuck” attitude. It’s a classic recipe, but one that always worked. And we don’t have enough of it these days. That’s why I’m so excited to hear “Tear it Down,” the latest track from Palace of the King.

I saw these guys supporting the Screaming Jets a few years back, and if this song is any indication, they’re making even better music today. I appreciated their artistry back then, but this track is much more accessible than the psychedelic numbers they performed in 2018. Keen music fans might recognise those vocals, as singer Tim Henwood fronted The Androids back in the day. You might also know him as The Superjesus’ guitarist back in the 2000s or Jon Stevens’ current axe man.

If you love this song, there’s more where that came from Palace of the King will release their new album in December. They’re also wasting no time heading out on the road to promote it. Here are all the dates you need:

14 December 2023 – Mo’s Desert Clubhouse, Yugambeh Country/Gold Coast
15 December 2023 – King Lear’s Throne, Meeanjin/Brisbane
16 December 2023 – The Duke of Enmore, Eora/Sydney (FREE ENTRY)
17 December 2023 – The Basement Canberra, Ngambri/Canberra
18 December 2023 – Shotkickers, Naarm/Melbourne

Image used with permission from Australian Radio Promotion

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Boo Seeka Drops “Come With Me” Ahead of Album Release and Tour

Boo Seeka has just released his hypnotic new single “Come With Me,” and I just know you’re going to love it. It’s such a cool slow burner, the kind of song that sneaks up on you as it builds so beautifully. It’s got a great chill vibe that makes me think of kicking back with drinks and friends by a pool or on some happening rooftop bar.

“Come With Me” will feature on Boo Seeka’s new album Midnight Highlight, which drops on January 19.

“Midnight Highlight means a new chapter has been written for me personally, and I can’t wait to go share it with people who want to be part of it,” Boo Seeka said. “I’m not saying we are reinventing the wheel here, but I don’t think anyone can say we sound exactly like any other artist, which is what I think any creative person should strive for. Each album (and each track to be honest) will change, and we are not going to put ourselves in a box for the years to come. What sounds good to us in that moment is what we write and record!”

After playing a bunch of summer festivals and supporting Boy and Bear around Europe and the United Kingdom, Boo Seeka will head out on a massive Aussie tour. I know that sounds like ages away, but the shows are in such small venues I’d probably grab my tickets now while you still can.

16 February 2024 – Solbar, Jinbara Country/Maroochydore
17 February 2024 – The Triffid, Meeanjin/Brisbane
23 February 2024 – Metro Theatre, Eora/Sydney
24 February 2024 – King Street Bandroom, Mulubinba/Newcastle
25 February 2024 – Miami Marketta Laneway, Yugambeh Country/Gold Coast
1 March 2024 – Corner Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
2 March 2024 – HABA, Bunurong Country/Rye
3 March 2024 – Sooki Lounge, Wurundjeri Country/Belgrave
8 March 2024 – Lion Arts Factory, Tarntanya/Adelaide
9 March 2024 – Uni Bar, Nipaluna/Hobart
15 March 2024 – The River, Wooditup/Margaret River
16 March 2024 – Froth Craft Bunbrewery, Goomburrup/Bunbury
17 March 2024 – Freo.Social, Walyalup/Fremantle
21 March 2024 – Seabreeze Hotel, Yuwibara Country/Mackay
22 March 2024 – Otherwise Bar, Thul Garrie Waja/Townsville
23 March 2024 – Gilligans, Gimuy/Cairns

Photo credit: Ned Kelly