Category: Tour Announcements

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ABC Music Sign The Rumjacks to New FOUR | FOUR Label

Irish-influenced Sydney band The Rumjacks are the first to join ABC Music’s latest label, FOUR | FOUR.

The Rumjacks take their cues from Celtic traditions but layer those classical sounds with punk rock, reggae, and even a bit of gypsy swing. They’ve been plugging away under the radar since 2008, but the signing with ABC’s latest label should introduce them to a whole new audience.

“In essence, FOUR | FOUR represents music that, at its core, is as simple as a 4/4 time signature,” explained ABC Music head Robert Pattinson. “It’s music that moves people in a fundamental way. The imprint’s first signing, The Rumjacks, typifies what FOUR | FOUR is all about – honest music making with a no-nonsense directness and immediacy that connects with the listener from the first moment.”

The Rumjacks’ new single “Crosses for Eyes” gives us a taste of what’s to come on their first FOUR | FOUR album release. If you want to hear even more you can catch the band on their annual St Patrick’s Day tour next month.

15 March 2012 – The Joynt, Brisbane
16 March 2012 – Baroque Bar, Katoomba
17 March 2012 – The Sandringham Hotel, Newtown
18 March 2012 – Cherry Bar, Melbourne

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Fairchild Republic Unleash “Villages”

“Villages,” the debut single from Gold Coast rockers Fairchild Republic, is one of those songs that creeps underneath your skin, staying put long after it’s over. The band leaked it to Rage late last year, and it made such an impression that it ended up in the music program’s top 50 clips of the year.

And it wasn’t even released yet.

So we can expect even bigger things now that the epic “Villages” is officially dropping. It should whip us all into a frenzy before Fairchild Republic’s debut album hits record store shelves in the middle of the year. That frenzy whipping will kick off later this month when Fairchild Republic embark on an east coast tour to support the single’s release. Be there so you can say you saw them before they made it big!

23 February 2012 – Oh Hello, Brisbane (supporting Cub Scouts and Pluto Jonze)
24 February 2012 – Runaway Bay Tavern, Gold Coast (supporting Cub Scouts and Pluto Jonze)
29 February 2012 – Neverland, Gold Coast (supporting Neon Indian)
3 March 2012 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney

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The Beards Still Celebrating Facial Hair

Quirky Adelaide band The Beards are launching their third album, Having a Beard is the New Not Having a Beard, with one of their most extensive Aussie tours to date.

As they sit poised ready to release that disc it’s a good time to reflect on just how far they’ve come. The beard-loving band, who came together as a joke, expected to play just one show before going their separate ways. They certainly didn’t expect enough beard-related material to sustain them for three albums.

The years have marched on, and they’ve built up lusher arrangements and experimented with some musical styles along the way, but The Beards’ central message remains the same.

“It will be our third concept album about the same concept – the only concept of any importance to any of us – beards!” explained frontman Johann Beardraven.

Having a Beard is the New Not Having a Beard hits stores on March 9, the same day as the big tour starts. It’s time to quit shaving now in preparation!

9 March 2012 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
10 March 2012 – Fly By Night, Fremantle
11 March 2012 – Indie Bar, Scarborough Beach
16 March 2012 – The Corner, Melbourne
17 March 2012 – The Bended Elbow, Geelong
23 March 2012 – Royal Oaks Hotel, Launceston
24 March 2012 – Republic Bar, Hobart
30 March 2012 – The Zoo, Brisbane
13 April 2012 – Adelaide Uni Bar, Adelaide
18 April 2012 – Great Northern Hotel, Newcastle
19 April 2012 – ANU Bar, Canberra
20 April 2012 – Manning Bar, Sydney
21-22 April 2012 – Apollo Bay Music Festival, Apollo Bay

Image used with permission from Riot House Publicity

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Busby Marou Tour North America

Look out North America; Busby Marou are coming your way.

The talented twosome from Rockhampton will tour Canada and the United States next month to celebrate the American release of their self titled debut album. These dates include prestigious slots at Austin’s South by Southwest and Canadian Music Week.

That amazing album will hit American record stores soon, but until then music lovers can get a sneak peek at the following shows. You all know how I feel about this band. See them Americans! You won’t be disappointed!

11 March 2012 – The Echo, Los Angeles
17 March 2012 – Maggie Maes, Austin
14 March 2012 – Horseshoe Tavern, Toronto
26 March 2012 – Bowery Ballroom, New York

Image source: own photo

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The Fearless Vampire Killers Tour Batmania & New Single

The Fearless Vampire Killers are celebrating the launch of their latest single “I Won’t Stay Too Long” with a national tour.

The new release from the band’s debut album Batmania celebrates the 70s, both in terms of its surf-rock sound and its free and easy attitude. It also has those lush layers that have endeared the band to audiences here and in the United States.

Tickets are on sale now for the following shows.

2 March 2012 – Spectrum, Sydney
3 March 2012 – Great Northern, Byron Bay
10 March 2012 – Plus One, Adelaide
16 March 2012 – Alhambra Lounge, Brisbane
17 March 2012 – The Toff in Town, Melbourne

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The Getaway Plan Back on the Road

It seems The Getaway Plan have been bitten by the touring bug. They’re currently traveling around the country as part of The Big Day Out festival and are already planning their next run of headlining dates.

The Melbourne rock act are still riding high on the release of their second album Requiem, which hit stores in November. This time around they’ll steer clear of the capitals, preferring instead to play regional centers along the East Coast next month.

Tickets are on sale now for the following over-18s shows.

15 March 2012 – Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
16 March 2012 – Ferntree Gully Hotel, Ferntree Gully
17 March 2012 – Pier Live, Frankston
21 March 2012 – Clarendon Tavern Windsor, Windsor
23 March 2012 – Hornsby RSL , Hornsby
24 March 2012 – Harbord Diggers, Freshwater
29 March 2012 – Kings Beach tavern, Caloundra
30 March 2012 – Fitzy’s, Loganholme
31 March 2012 – Runaway Bay Tavern, Runaway Bay

Image source: The Harbour Agency

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Adam Ant Heads Down Under

With Hall and Oates in the country and Duran Duran on their way, it makes sense for Adam Ant to take advantage of our obsession with the 80s and announce his own Aussie tour.

According to the picture he’s not quite as handsome as I remember him, but I’m sure the diehard fans won’t care when he’s playing “Ant Music,” “Goodie Two Shoes,” and “Stand and Deliver” in some lovely intimate venues. We’re also likely to get a sneak peek at some new material, as Mr. Ant will release a new album Adam Ant is the Blueblack Hussar in Marrying the Gunners Daughter in June. Shall we just award him the gong for best album title of the year already?

The tour will also introduce local audiences to fellow Brit band Georgia Girl and Her Poussez Posse, who just happen to be signed to Adam’s label. Adam Ant’s also written songs for the act, so it should be worth fans turning up early!

Tickets go on sale tomorrow morning for the following shows.

23 March 2012 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
27 March 2012 – Metro City, Perth
30 March 2012 – Palace, Melbourne
5 April 2012 – Barton Theatre, Adelaide
8 April 2012 – Tivoli, Brisbane

Image used with permission from AVM Publicity

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Children Collide Tour “Sword to a Gunfight” Single

With a brand new single “Sword to a Gunfight” burning up the airwaves, it seems the perfect time for Children Collide to announce another tour.

The single has a unique sound for the band, which frontman Johnny Mackay shed some light on.

“I was paddling down the river somewhere between Primal Scream & Boney M and ended up falling out of the boat into a time-travelling disco space-punk song which I still think is hilarious,” he explained. Well that clears that up!

The shows will give fans a sneak peek at Children Collide’s new album, Monument, which will hit stores in April. The single builds on the band’s post-punk roots and develops them into something the band has dubbed an “aural theme park.”

“There’s one or two ghost trains, a few rollercoasters and even a couple of tea-cup rides. It’s always hard to describe these things from the inside but the sound and production feels very here and now to me”

Tickets go on sale tomorrow from the venues for the upcoming shows.

9 March 2012 – Ferntree Gully Hotel, Ferntree Gully
10 March 2012 – Pelly Bar, Frankston
11 March 2012 – Breath of Life, Launceston
15 March 2012 – Hotel Great Northern, Byron Bay
16 March 2012 – Elsewhere Bar, Gold Coast
17 March 2012 – The Zoo, Brisbane
21 March 2012 – The Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
22 March 2012 – The Cambridge, Newcastle
23 March 2012 – The Patch, Wollongong
24 March 2012 – The Metro Theatre, Sydney
29 March 2012 – The Gov, Adelaide
30 March 2012 – Capitol, Perth
31 March 2012 – Players Bar, Mandurah
1 April 2012 – Mojos, Fremantle
12 April 2012 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat
13 April 2012 – The Corner Hotel, Melbourne

Image used with permission from Crucial Music

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Drawn From Bees Comical Cowboy Tour

Offbeat Brisbane rockers Drawn From Bees are hitting the road this month on their Dusty Midnight Cowboys tour. The band will kick off the shows in Sydney and play several festivals before they return to Queensland.

To coincide with the gigs, Drawn From Bees will star in their very own cowboy themed comic strip. Make sure you stay tuned to their website to see the western saga unfold.

Tickets are on sale now from the usual outlets for the following shows.

4 February 2012 – Oxford Art Factory (Gallery Bar), Sydney (with Our Monk)
12 Feb 2012 – St Kilda Festival, Melbourne
17 Feb 2012 – Woodland, Brisbane (with Green Stone & Howling Rabbits)
26 Feb 2012 – Move Mountains Music & Art Festival, Toowoomba
3 Mar 2012 – Gold Coast Arts Festival, Gold Coast

Image used with permission from Remedy Music

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Broken Stone Records Showcases Acts in Roadshow Shows

Indie label Broken Stone Records is hitting the road with some of its most promising artists for a roadshow extravaganza.

Up and comers Sister Jane, Magnetic Heads, The Maple Trail, and Caitlin Park will touch down in key capitals and a selection of regional towns next month. The musical acts will be backed by live footage VJ-ing and projections of their video clips. The events will also include an exhibition of artworks seen in Broken Stone’s film clips and on the album covers.

The events are a fantastic opportunity for music lovers to discover some hot new talent. Tickets are on sale now from the venues.

9 February 2012 – Bellingen Memorial Hall, Bellingen (All Ages)
10 February 2012 – Byron Bay Brewery Bryon Bay
11 February 2012 – The Waiting Room, Brisbane (All Ages)
17 February 2012 – The Street Theatre, Canberra (All Ages)
18 February 2012 – Kyneton Town Hall, Kyneton (All Ages)
19 February 2012 – Horse Bazaar, Melbourne
22 February 2012 – The Lass, Newcastle
23 February 2012 – The Standard, Sydney
24 February – The Clifton School of Arts, Clifton (All Ages)
25 February – The Baroque Bar, Katoomba

Image source: Broken Stone Records website