Category: Tour Announcements

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Forever the Optimist Tour “Revolutions”

Brisbane rock act Forever the Optimist will take their new single “Revolutions” to the masses next month, following plenty of local and American radio love.

It’s easy to see why radio stations at home and in the States are digging this track. I appreciate that the band built it beautifully rather than going for the jugular from the outset. It’s dark and moody and oh-so satisfying.

Forever the Optimist will be joined on their local dates by a who’s who of local alt-rock and prog acts including Sydonia, Engine, Shinobi, Self is a Seed, and a very special guest for their Brisbane show which the band is keeping under its collective hat. Here are all the places you can see this emerging rock force this November.

1 November 2013 – Ed Castle, Adelaide
9 November 2013 – River Rock Festival, Toogoolawah
16 November 2013 – John Curtin Hotel, Melbourne
17 November 2013 – Espy Showdown @ Gershwin Room, Melbourne
21 November 2013 – Small Ballroom, Newcastle
23 November 2013 – Spectrum, Sydney
29 November 2013 – Southern Cross Tavern, Coolangatta
30 November 2013 – The Zoo, Brisbane

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The Bamboos Announce “Fever in the Road” Shows

With their sixth album Fever in the Road scheduled to hit stores on November 8, The Bamboos just couldn’t wait to start planning the launch tour. Australia’s premier funk outfit will start playing shows to promote it just a couple of weeks after the release.

Fever in the Road saw The Bamboos’ reuniting with ARIA-nominated producer John Castle (Washington, Josh Pyke, Kate Miller-Heidke) and exploring lush new sounds. The Bamboos have such a stellar live reputation that the tracks are sure to sound even better on the stage.

The Bamboos promise to treat fans to new tunes as well as choice cuts from their entire back catalogue at the following shows.


29 November 2013 – The HiFi, Brisbane
30 November 2013 – The Factory, Sydney
5 December 2013 – Capitol, Perth
6 December 2013 – The Gov, Adelaide
7 December 2013 – The Forum, Melbourne

Image used with permission from Niche Productions

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Jake Nauta Plays All Ages Shows for “Reserved”

Jake Nauta will take his stellar summer single “Reserved” to music lovers of all ages along the East Coast next month.

It’s refreshing to see an artist playing an entirely all ages tour, especially one that takes in some regional centres as well as the capitals. Tickets are on sale now from the following venues.

8 November 2013 – The Underground, Newcastle
9 November 2013 – Paddington Uniting, Sydney
16 November 2013 – The Loft, Canberra
23 November 2013 – Trinity Hall, Brisbane
28 November 2013 – The Clarendon, Katoomba
30 November 2013 – SUB, Melbourne

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Luke Kennedy Set to Tour Debut Album

He’s currently keeping Ricky Martin company on his national tour, but it won’t be too long before Luke Kennedy leaves his Voice mentor behind to headline his own tour. Luke will play shows along the East Coast to support the recent release of his debut album A Time for Us.

Luke will play the following shows with a live band, but he’s not giving too much away. Apparently we can look forward to a few surprises along with the album songs, including the covers Luke performed on the reality giant and Luke’s self-penned number “Love is Gone.”

Tickets are available now from the venues for the following shows.

2 November 2013 – Moncrieff Entertainment Centre, Bundaberg

3 November 2013 – Entertainment Centre, Gladstone
6 November 2013 – The Events Centre, Caloundra
7 November 2013 – Pilbeam Theatre, Rockhampton
8 November 2013 – Tivoli, Brisbane
15 November 2013 – South Juniors, Sydney
16 November 2013 – The Cube, Campbelltown
21 November 2013 – Kingston Arts Centre, Moorabbin
23 November 2013 – Forge Theatre, Bairnsdale
24 November 2013 – Empire Theatre, Toowoomba

Image used with permission from Revolutions per Minute

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Rose Wintergreen Charms Ahead of Aussie Tour

Rosie Catalano kicks off her Aussie tour in just two days’ time. If that wasn’t enough to get you excited, wrap your ears around “Feet in the Sand”, the gorgeous new single from Rosie’s touring buddy Rose Wintergreen.

This song is just so pretty, with delicate rain-like piano melodies and ethereal vocals. It’s already impressing the right people too. It’s been shortlisted for this year’s Vanda and Young Song Competition, a contest which helped thrust other Aussie talents like Washington and Kimbra into the spotlight. It’s also currently available as a free download via Soundcloud.

Honestly, with two such talented women on the bill you won’t be disappointed if you get yourself to one of the following shows.

4 October 2013 – The Hideaway, Brisbane
10 October 2013 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney (FREE)
12 October 2013 – The Front, Canberra
18 October 2013 – The Empress Hotel, Melbourne

Image used with permission from Rose Wintergreen

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Rosie Catalano Tours New EP

Rosie Catalano bowled me over with her single “Hearts”, so I’m thrilled to hear she’s hitting the road to support the release of her second EP, Dreams are Just Movies.

Rosie will perform shows along the East Coast to support the EP’s October 1 release. The recording, which features collaborations with Jack Carty, Brendan Maclean, Brian Campeau, and Evan Mannel, is said to be Rosie’s most intricate and unique release to date.

The shows will see Rosie join forces with another Rose, Vanda & Young songwriting competition finalist Rose Wintergreen. You can see these two talented singer-songwriters at the following shows.

4 October 2013 – The Hideaway, Brisbane
10 October 2013 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney (FREE)
12 October 2013 – The Front, Canberra
18 October 2013 – The Empress Hotel, Melbourne

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Wolf & Cub Tour Heavy Weight Album

With their third album Heavy Weight sitting comfortably on music store shelves, Wolf & Cub know the time is for hitting the road.

Their upcoming tour will see Wolf & Cub visiting capital cities and regional centres, including several they haven’t played in some time. The wait promises to be worthwhile, with critics claiming this collection of psychedelic tinged rock tracks is one of the band’s best.

You can catch Wolf & Cub showcasing their new songs and some old favorites at the following shows.

10 October 2013 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
12 October 2013 – The Zoo, Brisbane
17 October 2013 – Republic Bar, Hobart
19 October 2013 – Ed Castle, Adelaide
24 October 2013 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne
25 October 2013 – Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
26 October 2013 – Amplifier Hotel, Perth
27 October 2013 – Newport Hotel, Fremantle

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Wastelands in Store, Eskimo Joe to Tour

If you didn’t know it already, Eskimo Joe’s new Wastelands is in stores today. And if you also didn’t know it, Eskimo Joe will hit the road next month to promote their self-produced, crowd-funded release.

The tour will be fans’ first chance to see Eskimo Joe playing the best cuts from their new synth-laden release. So it’s a good thing that the Western Australian trio will play plenty of shows around the country this October and November. Tickets are on sale now from the venues for the following gigs.

17 October 2013 – Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
18 October 2013 – Ferntree Gully Hotel, Ferntree Gully
19 October 2013 – Forum Theatre, Melbourne
24 October 2013 – Newcastle Panthers, Newcastle
25 October 2013 – Metro Theatre, Sydney
26 October 2013 – Waves, Wollongong
1 November 2013 – Sugarland, Bundaberg
2 November 2013 – Tank Arts, Cairns
9 November 2013 – Astor Theatre, Perth
23 November 2013 – Gorgeous Festival, Adelaide Hills

Image used with permission from Alpha Entertainment

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Karl Smith Woos Us with “I Want You”

Karl Smith gets romantic with the release of his new single “I Want You”. The track is the first released from Karl’s debut solo album Kites. If this song’s any indication, I should really get my hands on the LP.

There are so many love songs out there that it really takes something special to cut through. Karl does it with relatable, honest lyrics. The pictures he paints might not be the stuff of Hollywood blockbusters, but that’s what makes them so real. I love the way the music swells as this whimsical love story builds.

Karl will promote his album’s release with the following shows supporting fellow Perth dweller Jae Laffer from The Panics.

12 October 2013 – The Toff, Melbourne
18 October 2013 – Alhambra Lounge, Brisbane
19 October 2013 – The Loft, Gold Coast
24 October 2013 – Mojo’s Bar, Fremantle
25 October 2013 – Astor Upstairs, Perth
26 October 2013 – Jive Bar, Adelaide
8 November 2013 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney

Image used with permission from Weapons of Mass Entertainment

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Nat Dunn Wows with “A Fool’s Fate” Acoustic

If you’re seeing Busby Marou this October or November, make sure you arrive early. Everyone’s sure to be talking about the support act Nat Dunn.

Nat signed with Mushroom when she was just 16 years old, but she was determined not to be just another disposable child star. She took a decade to hone her craft before releasing her debut EP A Fool’s Fate. For just a hint of how good it is, watch Nat stripping the title track back for this acoustic performance at Brisbane’s Sofar Sounds. It’s absolutely stunning.

It’s only a matter of time before this talented songbird graduates to her own headlining tour. The opportunity to see her at intimate venues with Busby Marou shouldn’t be missed.