Category: Tours

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Henry Wagons Touring New Single Around North America

I’ve long been a fan of Henry Wagons’ slightly unhinged style of Americana folk. He’s served up another winner with his latest song “Head Or Heart.”

“Nashville is a town full of some of the finest in music and booze. A musician’s paradise! It’s the perfect storm for getting in a real mess. ‘Head or Heart’ is a song about that time of the night when it becomes difficult to decide between your rational mind, or what’s below the belt. The head or the heart,” Henry explained in a press release.

The clip has got just the right sort of spontaneous feel to suit the song. It sees Henry on a music-making frenzy, shaking the foundations of a fully stocked garage along with the band that helped him put together his recently released solo album After What I Did Last Night.

Henry Wagons is currently touring around North America. He’s set to announce some Aussie dates soon.

16 & 17 July 2016 – Vancouver Folk Festival, Vancouver
21 July 2016 – The Flying Steamshovel, Rossland
23 July 2016 – Vinomania Secret Wine Party, Edmonton
24 July 2016 – Interstellar Rodeo, Edmonton
25 July 2016 – Secret Show, Edmonton
26 July 2016 – Ironwood, Calgary
29 July 2016 – Live From the Divide, Bozeman
30 July 2016 – Red Ants Pants Festival, White Sulphur Springs
3 August 2016 – Music City Roots, Nashville
5 August 2016 – Hill Country Live DC, Washington
6 August 2016 – Hill Country Live NYC, New York City
11 August 2016 – Dakota Tavern, Toronto
12 August 2016 – Pearl Company, Hamilton
14 August 2016 – Interstellar Rodeo, Winnipeg

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Jones the Cat Tour Paste on Smile EP

It seems like Australians have a lot to be angry about, because I think punk music is the strongest it’s been in this country for a really long time. The latest punk act to cross my path is Jones the Cat, a four-piece out of Newcastle who are currently touring their new EP Paste On Smile.

These guys formed at the Newcastle Conservatorium of Music in 2013, and they’ve been relentlessly gigging and recording ever since. The EP features the lead single “I Don’t Want to Die Here (Anymore),” an introspective take on gentrification and outgrowing a city that this girl from Newie gets all too well.

These are the remaining dates for the Paste On Smile EP tour.

21 July 2016 – Captain Cook Hotel, Sydney
22 July 2016 – Crown & Anchor Hotel, Adelaide
23 July 2016 – Whole Lotta Love, Melbourne
5 August 2016 – The Lass O’Gowrie, Newcastle

Image used with permission from Done Music Publicity

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Maroochy Music and Visual Arts Festival Line-Up Announced

Matt Corby and Peking Duk are among the big name acts already scheduled to appear at this year’s Maroochy Music and Visual Arts Festival.

They’ll be joined by exciting and diverse artists including Allday, George Maple, Client Liaison, Ngaiire, Boo Seeka, and Bad//Dreems. For something really civilised, head to the event’s Champagne & Oyster Garden, where up-and-comers like Inigo, Forevr, and BATZ are scheduled to perform.

The Maroochy Music and Visual Arts Festival will hit the old Horton Park Golf Course on the Sunshine Coast on September 10. Early bird tickets are currently available from the festival’s website.

Image used with permission from Mucho Bravado

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The Hard Aches Rock Out with “Glad That You’re Gone”

Adelaide rockers The Hard Aches have served up a superb slice of angst with their latest single “Glad That You’re Gone.” I can’t help thinking of You Am I when I listen to this track. There’s a similar crunchy, organic truth to what they’re doing which is really exciting.

“Glad That You’re Gone” is getting some airplay on Triple J and The Hard Aches are making the most of it. They’ve just wrapped up a tour supporting Tired Lion, and in a couple of months’ time they’ll be out again supporting Luca Brasi and playing Poison City Weekender. No doubt it’s only a matter of time before we see these guys headlining.

17 August 2017 – The Basement, Canberra
18 August 2017 – The Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
19 August 2017 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
20 August 2017 – The Zoo, Brisbane
25 August 2017 – Jack Rabbit Slims, Perth
26 August 2017 – Fat Controller, Adelaide
27 August 2017 – The Corner Hotel, Melbourne
28 August 2017 – Brisbane Hotel, Hobart
9-11 September 2017 – Poison City Weekender @ Max Watts, Melbourne

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“Signal Lights” – Sam Brittain

The year’s not yet half over, but Adelaide singer-songwriter Sam Brittain may have recorded my favourite album of 2016 in Signal Lights.

This album drew me in from the first track “Underground” and didn’t let go. Ordinarily acoustic folk of this ilk works well as background music, but this is too good to simply fade away. The lead single “Stab in the Dark,” comes next. This song continues to leave me breathless. I heard it first on the tram session below, and it was the song that convinced me I needed to hear more from this talented artist. The following track “The Lucky One” provides the counterbalance to this emotional ballad, with its lyrics about celebrating the joy in life. Frankly I could go through this album track by track and tell you how good each one is, but I won’t. The gushing would be too effusive, and I’d much rather you go and discover why each song is so special in your own time.

Sam has such a knack for writing deeply personal songs that speak of his experiences, yet resonate so deeply with an audience. This album is so soulful and so compelling. It’s full of such wisdom and such wonderful stories. Each and every song is a standout that deserves to be savoured.

Signal Lights is released on June 3. He’ll play the following over 18s shows to support its release.

4 June 2016 – The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide
8 June 2016 – Brighton Up Bar, Sydney
15 June 2016 – The Ellington, Perth
23 June 2016 – The Toff in Town, Melbourne
26 June 2016 – The Milk Factory, Brisbane

Image used with permission from On the Map PR

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Bad Pony Announces Biggest Aussie Tour for “Sideways” Single

The always reliable Bad Pony is back with a brand new single, “Sideways,” and their biggest tour to date to support it. The latest track is a self-produced party anthem recorded at guitarist Cron Van Niekerk’s home studio.

This is just the kind of infectiously upbeat music Bad Pony makes so well. A combination of cold weather and Wednesdayitis has made it hard for me to get moving today, but “Sideways” has given me the lift that I need.

You can expect plenty more killer tunes like this when Bad Pony take to stages almost everywhere, starting with Launceston on Friday. Here are all the places you can catch them playing over the coming month.

27 May 2016 – Club 54, Launceston
28 May 2016 – Republic Bar, Hobart
3 June 2016 – Rad Bar, Wollongong
4 June 2016 – OAF Gallery Bar, Sydney
10 June 2016 – Lady Lismore Loft, Lismore
11 June 2016 – New Globe Theatre, Brisbane
12 June 2016 – Sounds of Sunday, Gold Coast
23 July 2016 – House Show, Jindabyne
29 July 2016 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
30 July 2016 – Moonshine Bar, Manly
11 August 2016 – The Pier, Port Macquarie
12 August 2016 – Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
13 August 2016 – The Aztec, Forster
19 August 2016 – Waywards, Newtown
26 August 2016 – The Sandbar, Mildura
27 August 2016 – Broken Hill Fringe Festival, Broken Hill
2 September 2016 – Mynt Lounge, Werribee
3 September 2016 – Secret Show, Melbourne
17 September 2016 – Transit Bar, Canberra
18 September 2016 – Birdhouse Bar, Wagga Wagga
22 September 2016 – Unibar, Lismore
23 September 2016 – Spotted Cow, Toowoomba
24 September 2016 – Federal Hotel, Bellingen

Image used with permission from Rare Finds

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The Sugarcanes Take Soulful Sound on the Road

With their self-titled debut album in stores now, it’s the perfect time for soulful Melbourne act The Sugarcanes to travel around the country.

It’s already been a big year for the Sugarcanes, who enjoyed a celebrated residency at The Old Bar and toured the country with The Smith Street Band. They also earned some big praise for their stellar single “Never Call.” Lucy Wilson’s powerhouse vocals and the track’s lush horns are just a match made in heaven.

Tickets for all shows are available at the door except for the Sydney gig; buy your tickets in advance from the venue for that one.

2 June 2016 – Phoenix Bar, Canberra
3 June 2016 – Brighton Up Bar, Sydney
4 June 2016 – Lass O’Gowry, Newcastle
11 June 2016 – Grace Emily Adelaide
17 June 2016 – The Luwow, Melbourne
18 June 2016 – The Tanswell Hotel, Beechworth
19 June 2016 – The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine
25 June 2016 – Major Toms, Kyneton

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Boom Crash Opera Announce Winter Tour

Boom Crash Opera have a big year ahead, with 2017 marking 30 years since the release of their debut album. To prepare for what will no doubt be a big year of touring, the classic Aussie act will play a string of shows this winter.

This is the first time fans will see Andrew de Silva out in front, replacing original lead singer Dale Ryder. I must admit, I’m a little nervous about whether he has the grit to pull off tracks like “Onionskin” and “The Best Thing,” but I’m already hearing his sweet soulful voice on “Dancing in the Storm.”

You can check up the brand new Boom Crash Opera at the following shows.

3 June 2016 – SSA Club, Albury
4 June 2016 – Mulwala Ski Club, Mulwala
11 June 2016 – The Whalers Hotel, Warrnambool
2 July 2016 – Workers Club, Geelong
23 July 2016 – Caravan Music Club, Oakleigh

Image used with permission from Revolutions per Minute

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The Smith Street Band Says Goodbye to “Throw Me In the River”

The Smith Street Band has crossed this wide brown land many times since releasing their third album Throw Me in the River. Now before they head into the studio to record its follow-up, they’re planning on touring the album across Australia and New Zealand one last time.

The album’s earned praise from punters and critics alike. The single “Surrender” made it to number 69 on the Hottest 100 and the band were named Best Live Band at The Age Music Victoria Awards. Showing their altruistic side, the Melbourne punk act also donated profits raised from the release of “Wipe That Shit-Eating Grin off Your Punchable Face” to the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre.

The Smith Street Band is sending Throw Me in the River off with a bang. The talented Luca Brasi, Joelistics, and Jess Locke Band will play at all Aussie shows. Sorry New Zealand!

3 June 2016 – Metro, Sydney
4 June 2016 – Max Watts, Brisbane
10 June 2016 – Capitol, Perth
11 June 2016 – The Gov, Adelaide
17 June 2016 – Max Watts, Melbourne
23 June 2016 – Kings Arms, Auckland
24 June 2016 – Great Job, Palmerston North
25 June 2016 – Moon 1, Wellington

Photo credit: Ian Laidlaw

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We Lost the Sea Prepare for First Local Headlining Tour

Sydney cinematic instrumental band We Lost the Sea are gearing up for their first ever headlining tour of Australia. We’ve seen them cross the country supporting international acts like This Will Destroy You, Rosetta, and Mono, so it’s about time they enjoyed a moment in the spotlight.

This tour is well overdue, with the band’s third full length album Departure Songs being released last year. The band promises to perform the album in its entirety. It features gems like the atmospheric “A Gallant Gentleman.” Hear this track and many more at the following gigs.

27 May 2016 – Rad, Wollongong
28 May 2016 – Beatdisc Records, Parramatta,
3 June 2016 – Small Ballroom, Newcastle
4 June 2016 – Hotel Gearin, Katoomba
10 June 2016 – Jimmy’s Den, Perth
17 June 2016 – The Crown & Anchor, Adelaide
18 June 2016 – The Old Bar, Melbourne
24 June 2016 – The Basement (Backroom), Canberra
25 June 2016 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney