Category: Tour Announcements

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Breaking Orbit Tour The Time Traveller

Sydney alt-prog act Breaking Orbit is taking its recently released debut album, The Time Traveller, on the road.

The long-awaited album features diverse soundscapes, driving rhythms, and heavy grooves. It’s such an ambitious recording, so it’ll be interesting to see how it translates to a live setting. However keep in mind this band has been playing together for years, so they know how to put on a show. You’ll see the energy they’re famous for at the following gigs:

17 August 2012 – The Annandale, Sydney
18 August 2012 – The Basement, Canberra
31 August 2012 – The Enigma, Adelaide
1 September 2012 – The Jetty Bar, Glenelg
7 September 2012 – Basement 243, Brisbane
8 September 2012 – The Cambridge, Newcastle
14 September 2012 – Espy Front Bar, Melbourne

Image used with permission from Breaking Orbit

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Dance, Dance, Dance on The Blackchords Tour

The Blackchords want to see you on your feet this winter when they tour their current single “Dance Dance Dance.”

The feelgood tune comes from The Blackchords’ sophomore album, which is scheduled to hit stores next month. We get an insight into the band’s recording process with the “Dance Dance Dance” film clip, which takes us into The Shed where the band laid down their album.

Tickets are available from the venues for the following shows:

22 August 2012 – Republic Bar, Hobart
23 August 2012 – Tapas Bar, Devonport
24 August 2012 – New York Hotel, Launceston
1 September 2012 – FBI Social Club, Sydney
8 September 2012 – Jive Bar, Adelaide
14 September 2012 – The Evelyn Hotel, Melbourne
15 September 2012 – The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine
20 September 2012 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat (with The Medics)
22 September 2012 – Westernport Hotel, San Remo (with The Medics)
29 September 2012 – Ric’s Bar, Brisbane

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Billy Bragg Plays Woody Guthrie & Originals in Oz

Billy Bragg is bringing his Ain’t Nobody That Can Sing Like Me tour to Australia.

These shows are pretty special, as they’re performed in two distinct halves. The first pays homage to the music of folk legend Woody Guthrie while the second will see Billy playing his own acclaimed originals. The exception to the rule is in Melbourne, where Billy will play two shows: the first of Woody Guthrie material and the second featuring Billy Bragg tracks.

These shows are timely, as 2010 makes the 100th anniversary of Woody Guthrie’s birth. Billy Bragg has a special bond with Woody, as he worked with Wood’y daughter Nora and Wilco on setting found lyrics to music. That project led to the revered Mermaid Avenue albums.

The Melbourne Festival shows have already gone on sale, and the Recital Hall show has sold out! Tickets for the rest of the country go on sale tomorrow:

19 October 2012 – Hamer Hall, Melbourne
20 October 2012 – Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne (SOLD OUT)
21 October 2012 – Federation Hall, Hobart
23 October 2012 – Canberra Theatre, Canberra
25 October 2012 – QPAC, Brisbane
27 October 2012 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
31 October 2012 – Town Hall, Adelaide
2 November 2012 – Astor Theatre, Perth

Image used with permission from Riot House Publicity

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Joe McKee Tours Solo Album

Ex-Snowman founding member Joe McKee’s hitting the road this week to promote his exquisite solo album Burning Boy.

Joe will make pit stops in capital cities around the country, including what’s sure to be an interesting performance at the Uniting Church in the Sydney suburb of Paddington. It’s likely to beat any pub with drunk punters and a sticky floor!

Tickets are available now from the venues and Oztix for the following shows:

10 August 2012 – Estonian Club, North Adelaide
11 August 2012 – Grace Darling, Collingwood, Melbourne
16 August 2012 – Paddington Uniting Church, Sydney
24 August 2012 – Rosemount, Perth

Image used with permission from Remote Control Records

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Richard Clapton’s New Album Out Now

Richard Clapton shows he’s still got it with his new single “Dancing with the Vampires,” the first lifted from his album Harlequin Nights.

The album, which hits stores today, is Richard’s first in eight years. It’s a fitting way to ring in his fifth decade in the business, with exceptional lyrics and that laconic twang we’ve all come to know. His recent marriage breakdown has added fuel to his fire, and resulted in some fantastic songs. I’m a real fan of the single, which sees the reformed party boy reflecting on his wild days and giving a nod to fellow wild man Charlie Sheen. Rest assured, I’ll be sinking my teeth into the album soon.

I’ve been a long-time fan of Richard’s work, especially in the live arena where he manages to balance the new songs with the old favourites like few others. Here are all the places you can see him doing his thing over the coming months.

18 August 2012 – State Theatre, Sydney
31 August 2012 – Country Club Show Room, Launceston
1 September 2012 – Wrestpoint Casino, Hobart
8 September 2012 – 16 Footers, Belmont
14 September 2012 – Atrium Resort, Mandurah
15 September 2012 – Astor Theatre, Perth
28 September 2012 – Nambour Civic Centre, Sunshine Coast
29 September 2012 – QPAC Theatre, Brisbane
5 October 2012 – Palms at Crown Casino, Melbourne
19 October 2012 – Thoroughbred Park, Lyneham
27 October 2012 – Twin Towns, Gold Coast
10 November 2012 – Waves, Wollongong
11 November 2012 – Day on the Green, Bowral
16 November 2012 – Campbelltown RSL, Campbelltown
17 November 2012 Dee Why RSL, Dee Why

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The Falls Tour Hollywood EP

They’ve just birthed their debut EP Hollywood, and now The Falls are hitting the road. With the record landing in stores today, it seems like the perfect time for the band to circle the country.

Some of the dates see The Falls headlining, while others see them supporting the UK’s Passenger. Either way punters will be treated to some lush folk harmonies from this gorgeous twosome.

4 August 2012 – The Empress Hotel, Melbourne (18+)
5 August 2012 – Pure Pop Records, Melbourne (All Ages @ 4 pm)
11 August 2012 – Hellen Rose Schauersberger Laboratorium, Sydney (18+)
16 August 2012 – The Hi- Fi, Brisbane (with Passenger, 18+)
17 August 2012 – The Hi- Fi, Sydney (with Passenger, All Ages)
22 August 2012 – The Rosemount, Perth (with Passenger, 18+)
23 August 2012 – Fowlers, Adelaide (with Passenger, All Ages)
24 August 2012 – The Hi-Fi, Melbourne (with Passenger, 18+)
25 August 2012 – The Waratah Hotel, Hobart (with Passenger, 18+)

Image used with permission from Two Fish Out of Water

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Fairchild Republic Tour Wish Upon a Paper Crane

It’s been a long time coming, but Fairchild Republic’s debut album Wish Upon a Paper Crane is almost here. The epic album, which includes the single “Villages” and the new track “Acardia,” will hit stores on August 24.

Wish Upon a Paper Crane shows a band that’s not afraid to take risks. Their sound is big and ambitious. They’re making music like an act with more years under their belt, but they see no need to wait to create an impact.

Fairchild Republic will take their album on the road with launch shows along the East Coast next month. You can catch them at the following venues.

23 August 2012 – Alhambra, Brisbane
24 August 2012 – Elsewhere, Gold Coast
31 August 2012 – The Northern Star Hotel, Newcastle
1 September 2012 – Kittens @ The Spectrum, Sydney
6 September 2012 – Revolver Upstairs, Melbourne
7 September 2012 – John Curtain Hotel, Melbourne
16 September 2012 – Sunday Safari, Byron Bay

Image used with permission from Footstomp Music

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Shihad Play Greatest Hits Shows

Fresh from their slot at Splendour in the Grass, Shihad are returning to Australia to play their greatest hits.

This tour has been some time coming for fans. Shihad released their double greatest hits album The Meanest Hits in New Zealand last year and played shows to support it around the country. Now finally it’s Australia’s turn. The Meanest Hits will hit Australian stores later this month, with the new single “Right Outta Nowhere” added as a sweetener.

The Meanest shows will see Shihad presenting two sides of their personality over 90 minutes. In the first half they’ll embrace their pub roots and in the second they’ll celebrate the stadium rock act they’ve become.

See Shihad this September at the following shows:

6 September 2012 – The Hi-Fi, Melbourne
7 September 2012 – The Metro, Sydney
8 September 2012 – The Hi-Fi, Brisbane
27 September 2012 – The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide

Image source: Robyn Gallagher @ Flickr

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Angus Stone Announces Solo Shows

With his debut solo album Broken Brights sitting pretty in the charts and a sold-out European tour under his belt, the time seems right for Angus Stone to take his solo music on the road.

“For the people that have listened to Julia and I play for so long, I’m looking forward to handing it over to them so that they can create their own worlds and experiences with the writings,” Angus said. “To play live as my own in front of those people, it’s going to be a different trail of gravel and gold, but none the less very exciting.”

Tickets are available now for the following shows.

1 November 2012 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
2 November 2012 – Level One @ Newcastle Leagues, Newcastle
3 November 2012 – Waves, Wollongong
7 November 2012 – Great Northern, Byron Bay
9 November 2012 – The Hi Fi, Brisbane
10 November 2012 – Coolangatta Hotel, Gold Coast
11 November 2012 – Lake Kawana Community Centre, Sunshine Coast
17 November 2012 – Perth WA (Details TBA)
21 November 2012 – The Palace Theatre, Melbourne
23 November 2012 – Ferntree Gully Hotel, Ferntree Gully
24 November 2012 – Pier Live, Frankston
28 November 2012 – Governor Hindmarsh Hotel, Adelaide

Image used with permission from International Music Concepts

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Smash Mouth Announce Comeback Tour

Smash Mouth haven’t had a hit on the Aussie charts since their cover of “I’m a Believer” in 2001, but they’ve decided to mount a comeback with a brand new album and an Australian tour.

The band’s lead singer Steve Harwell is confident we’ll love the material from the brand new album MAGIC just as much as the old stuff.

“We’ve got so many hits on this new record it’s ridiculous,” he insisted. However something tells me most people will buy tickets to these shows to hear tracks like “All-Star” and “Walkin’ on the Sun.”

Tickets went on sale today for these somewhat unexpected shows!

18 October 2012 – Waves, Wollongong (18+)
19 October 2012 –Rooty Hill RSL, Sydney (18+)
21st October 2012 –Jupiter’s, Gold Coast (18+)
25th October 2012 – The Palace Theatre, Melbourne (18+)
26th October 2012 – UNSW Roundhouse, Sydney (Licensed All Ages)
27th October 2012 – Metropolis, Fremantle (18+)
28th October 2012 – Metropolis, Fremantle (Under 18s Afternoon Show)
31 October 2012 – The Venue, Townsville
1 November 2012 – Mackay Entertainment Convention Center, Mackay

Image used with permission from Big Apachee