Category: Tour Announcements

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Todd Sibbin Wows me with Blame it on the Aeroplanes

Adelaide singer-songwriter is back with a brand new band and a killer new song. “Blame it on the Aeroplanes” sets the bar incredibly high for Todd Sibbin and the Acadian Driftwood and their new LP A Set of Knives, A Pair of Pens, which is scheduled for a midyear release.

I knew before even reading the press release that this was a song that came from deep personal experience. It’s just got that raw grit of emotion running through it. Todd penned the track when his nearest and dearest began to move away, and he was struggling with their leaving. It’s just so achingly good.

You can hear it and other songs from the album when Todd Sibbin and the Acadian Driftwood launch the single at the following shows.

10 May 2014 – Wesley Anne, Melbourne (Full Band)
23 May 2014 – The Newsagency, Sydney (Solo)
7 June 2014 – Wheatsheaf, Adelaide (Full Band)
13 June 2014 – Jade Monkey, Adelaide (Full Band)

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Lorde Support SAFIA Announce Headline Shows

Canberra-based electro-pop act SAFIA show us how the genre should be done with their latest single “Paranoia, Ghosts & Other Sounds.” I’m not sure I’ve heard anything quite like this song. It’s got such a great groove and otherworldly vocals from frontman Benjamin Joseph.

SAFIA were all set to support Lorde until the Kiwi songstress postponed her tour. Happily though, fans can still see them in the flesh when they launch the single with the following headline shows. Tickets are available through their website for the following shows.

24 May 2014 – Transit Bar, Canberra
30 May 2014 – The Beach Hotel, Byron Bay (FREE)
31 May 2014 – Alhambra Lounge, Brisbane
5 June 2014 – DK Pool Club @ CSU, Bathurst (INVITE ONLY)
6 June 2014 – Shebeen, Melbourne
14 June 2014 – Spectrum, Sydney
15 June 2014 – RAD, Wollongong
20 June 2014 – Mojo’s Bar, Fremantle
21 June 2014 – Pirie & Co Social Club, Adelaide
28 June 2014 – River Sessions, Mackay

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Nine Sons of Dan Back with EP Number Three

It seems like only yesterday that Nine Sons of Dan were the new kids on the scene. However tomorrow they’re preparing to release their third EP Used Up. Where does the time go?

The six-track EP showcases a new edgier sound for the band. They were once a fun pop-punk act, but there’s a whole lot more attitude showcased on the lead single “Wrecking Ball.” Just listen to that scream!

“This EP was a chance for us to showcase the songs that we always wanted to have on our records,” explained singer Jay Bainbridge. “We took a lot of risks, we didn’t want to be safe and at the end of the day music is art and I think this EP will also allow us to meet some new people and the true NSOD fans to grow with us.”

They’ll start meeting those new fans and catching up with old ones soon. Nine Sons of Dan will play nine shows around the country this winter. No doubt they’re itching to perform after taking a hiatus of nearly ten months from the stage.

“We are all about high energy performances,” affirmed drummer Morgan “Flakey” Blake. “It was always in our mind to create an EP that would translate well live.”

You can see for yourself whether Nine Sons of Dan have delivered it when they play the following shows.

22 May 2014 – Hot Damn, Sydney, NSW (18+ Tickets at the door. Say “Nine Sons of Dan” at the door for discounted entry)
24 May 2014 – Tattersalls Hotel, Penrith (18+ FREE)
25 May 2014 – Bald Faced Stag, Sydney (ALL AGES)
6 June 2014 – POW, Werribee (18+)
7 June 2014 – Wrangler Studios, Melbourne (ALL AGES)
21 June 2014 – Coffs Hotel, Coffs Harbour (18+)
3 July 2014 – Snitch, Brisbane (18+)
5 July 2014 – Racehorse Tavern, Ipswich (18+)
6 July 2014 – Swingin’ Safari, Gold Coast (18+)

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Amaya Laucirica Tours “Sway”

Amaya Laucirica will take her beautiful voice on the road this month to promote the recent release of her album Sway. The album features the previously released singles “Prettier Than The Sound” and “On the Air” and the newie, “Running Out of Time.”

Amaya will play regional centres and capital cities with her full band over the next month. All the ticketing information is available on her website.

15 May 2014 – Beav’s Bar, Geelong
17 May 2014 – Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine
23 May 2014 – The Wheatsheaf, Adelaide
24 May 2014 – Curtin Bandroom, Melbourne
31 May 2014 – Goodgod Small Club Sydney
8 June 2014 – MONA, Hobart (1pm)
8 June 2014 – The Republic, Hobart
13 June 2014 – Treehouse on Belongil, Byron Bay
14 June 2014 – The Bearded Lady, Brisbane

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The Acfields Have “Grabbed Me By the Heart”

Brother-sister duo The Acfields are back with a beautiful new song “Grabbed Me By the Heart.” It’s such an apt title, because I’ve fallen head over heels for it. It’s everything I’ve always loved about The Acfields, simply but stunning with sublime vocals and emotive lyrics. It’s also our first taste of The Acfield’s new album which will hit stores later this year thanks to a successful crowdfunding campaign.

Until then this talented duo will take “Grabbed Me By the Heart” around the country. Their new tour kicks off on May 15 in Melbourne, the day before the single gets its official release.

15 May 2014 – The Toff in Town, Melbourne
23 May 2014 – Babushka Lounge, Ballarat
25 May 2014 – The Westernport Hotel, San Remo
29 May 2014 – Dowse Bar, Brisbane
31 May 2014 – Taps, Mooloolaba
1 June 2014 – Frankie Brown, Byron Bay
14 June 2014 – Mars Hill Café, Parramatta

Image used with permission from Pricewar Music

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Citizen Kay Tours “Manage”

I tend to find hip hop a bit hit and miss, but Citizen Kay never seems to put a foot wrong. I love the way he combines clever lyrics with old school soul and funk sounds. His latest stunner is “Manage,” a groovy track about the fallout from a relationship breakdown.

Citizen Kay will join Adelaide’s Tkay Maidza for a big Aussie tour next month. It’s an excellent opportunity to see some of Australian hip hop’s brightest new stars.

3 May 2014 – Amplifier, Perth
4 May 2014 – Newport, Fremantle
9 May 2014 – Plantation Hotel, Coffs Harbour
10 May 2014 – Alhambra Lounge, Brisbane
16 May 2014 – Shebeen, Melbourne
17 May 2014 – Pirie Social Club, Adelaide
28 May 2014 – Beach Road Hotel, Bondi (FREE)
29 May 2014 – Small Ballroom, Newcastle
30 May 2014 – Transit Bar, Canberra
31 May 2014 – Newtown Social Club, Newtown

Image used with permission from Shake Appeal

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Frente! Reunite for Marvin Anniversary Shows

Things of Stone and Wood aren’t the only 90s ‘act preparing to tour around the country. Frente! are also back together to celebrate the 21st anniversary of their breakthrough album Marvin the Album.

To celebrate the anniversary, the album will also be rereleased as a deluxe two-CD set. As a reminder, this is the album that features the massive singles “Ordinary Angels, “Accidentally Kelly Street,” and that haunting cover of “Bizarre Love Triangle.”

Frente! promises to perform every song off the Australian release, plus the bonus tracks from the international version, as well as a few surprises, at the following shows.

22 & 23 May 2014 – Playhouse @ Arts Centre, Melbourne
24 May 2014 – Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
30 & 31 May 2014 – The Basement, Sydney
6 June 2014 – The Gov, Adelaide
7 June 2014 – The Astor, Perth
27 June 2014 – Star Court Theatre, Lismore
28 June 2014 – Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane

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Hayden Calnin Announces Two Small Shows

Hayden Calnin’s one of those quiet, special musicians who gets under your skin with slow-burning, deeply personal songs. So it’s only fitting that he’ll showcase tunes from his latest EP Oh, Hunter with two intimate shows rather than big extravaganzas.

Hayden will delight hometown fans with a gig at Melbourne’s Northcote Social Club on May 3. He’ll then move on to Sydney’s Goodgod Small Club on May 9. He’ll be supported on both shows by the equally impressive Eliza Hull. Tickets are a steal at $15 plus booking fee. If you’re yet to snap up Oh, Hunter, you can purchase it with your tickets online.

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Guards of May Rock Out with Arcadia

Queensland rockers Guards of May show music lovers how it’s done with their epic new single “Arcadia,” which is available for digital download today.

The track features incredible blistering guitar riffs and stunning vocals from Richie Harvey. I love how he effortlessly moves from a fragile falsetto to the stunning, soaring chorus.

“This one’s been a little while in the making. Arcadia is a track we are fiercely proud of,” said bassist Jimmy Harden. “We’ve been saving this one for now – I can’t wait to play it for people everywhere.”

They’ll do just that through autumn, starting with a few shows in their home state.

29 March 2014 – El Grande Festival @ Bojangles Nightclub, Gladstone
4 April 2014 – New Globe Theatre, Brisbane
5 April 2014 – Miami Shark Bar, Gold Coast
10 April 2014 – Ding Dong Lounge, Melbourne
12 April 2014 – Reverence Hotel, Footscray
17 April 2014 – The Captain Cook Hotel, Sydney (FREE)
19 April 2014 – The Great Northern Hotel, Newcastle

Image used with permission from Collision Course PR

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All Year Round and Set the Record Touring Together

Adelaide’s All Year Round and Brisbane’s Set the Record are joining forces for the pop-punk tour of the year. The bands first performed together as part of Masketta Fall’s Parachute Tour and became firm friends.

This is the first headlining tour for both acts, so expect plenty of energy from both of them at these shows. All dates are all ages and shows are at family-friendly timeslots. Tickets are available online from Big Cartel.

12 April 2014 – Upstairs at 199, Brisbane (5pm)
19 April 2014 – Wrangler Studios, Melbourne (6pm)
26 April 2014 – Fowlers Live, Adelaide (6pm)

Image used with permission from Footstomp Music