Category: Tour Announcements

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Antiskeptic Are “Back in the Game”

Antiskeptic are back in action and ready to take music to the masses.

The band enjoyed chart success for a decade before deciding to call it quits three years ago. But you can’t keep a good band down, and with this latest tour Antiskeptic are declaring they’re “Back in the Game.”

You can expect to hear plenty of old favorites and some new material at the following shows. Tickets are on sale now from the venues.

11 February 2012 – Northcote Social Club, Northcote
18 February 2012 – Enigma Bar, Adelaide
25 February 2012 – The Lair @ Metro Theatre, Sydney

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Farewell Jordie Lane & East Brunswick Club

There’ll be a few goodbyes on Jordie Lane’s upcoming blink-and-you’ll-miss it tour. We’ll bid a fond farewell to Jordie, who’s heading abroad to perform at South by Southwest and the Canadian Music Week and work on new material with Grammy Award-winning producer Tom Biller. And we’ll also say goodbye to the East Brunswick Club, which will be demolished to make way for an apartment block.

The East Brunswick Club is one of Victoria’s most enduring venues so it’s a real shame to see it go the way of the dinosaurs. Jordie’s show on February 10 will be one of the last held at the club, so it’s sure to be an emotionally charged night. Ben Salter and Luke Legs will support him on the night.

After that Jordie’s off to Oakleigh’s Caravan Club to play on the same stage as Sweet Jean and Luke Brennan. This gig on February 11 will be the last we’ll see of Jordie for some time, so make sure you don’t miss out!

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David Myles Finally Tours Australia

Canadian singer-songwriter David Myles is bringing his acoustic folk music to Australia for the first time later this month. He’ll play sets at the Woodford Folk Festival and sideshows in Victoria and New South Wales to promote the release of his new album, Into the Sun.

The disc is actually David’s sixth record, which makes me wonder why it’s taken him so long to get to our shores. And it seems he shares the sentiment!

“I’ve always wanted to tour Australia, and this new album has given me the perfect opportunity,” he said in a press release. “I understand Australian audiences are broad in their tastes, knowledgeable and appreciative of different styles and influences, and I can’t wait to play these songs live – and enjoy a hot Aussie Christmas!”

Tickets are on sale now for the following shows.

27 December 2011 – 1st January 2012 – Woodford Folk Festival, Woodford
5 January 2012 – The Wesley Anne, Melbourne
6 January 2012 – The Basement, Sydney
7 January 2012 – The Brass Monkey, Cronulla
8 January 2012 – The Vault, Windsor

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Joe Robinson Comes Home

Joe Robinson hasn’t let the grass grow under him since winning the Australia’s Got Talent title in 2008. The guitar virtuoso left Australia for America’s musical heartland, Nashville, and toured throughout the United States and Europe.

While Stateside, Joe recorded his new album which will hit stores early next year. The release sees Joe showcasing his guitar, vocal, and songwriting skills with a full band for the first time. We’ll get a taste of the tracks on the new recording when Joe comes home this month. He’ll play shows at the Woodford Folk and Thredbo Blues Festivals, along with a handful of sideshows along the East Coast.

Tickets are available from the venues for the following shows.

27 December 2011 – 1 January 2012 – Woodford Folk Festival, Woodford
3 January 2012 – Gold Coast Arts Centre, Surfers Paradise
4 January 2012 – Glasshouse, Port Macquarie
5 January 2012 – Lizotte’s, Newcastle
6 January 2012 – The Vault, Windsor
7 January 2012 – The Basement, Sydney
8 January 2012 – Lizotte’s, Central Coast
9 January 2012 – Brass Monkey, Cronulla
11 January 2012 – Bennett’s Lane, Melbourne
12 January 2012 – Albion Hotel, Albury
13-15 January 2012 – Thredbo Blues Festival, Thredbo

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Busby Marou & Georgia Fair Tour Together

Fans of acoustic folk pop are in for a real treat next year as Busby Marou will tour the East Coast with Georgia Fair. Busby Marou were probably my favourite find of 2011, and I’ve been a Georgia Fair fan even longer than that. Needless to say, I’ve already snapped up my tickets.

Busby Marou are still riding high on the success of their self-titled debut album, while Georgia Fair are out to promote their own first record, All Through Winter. These acts both have so much natural talent, and the intimate venues should suit them down to the ground. Double bills like this don’t come along every day, so make sure you don’t miss out.

5 January 2012 – Milton Theatre, Milton
7 January 2012 – Club Sapphire, Merimbula
8 January 2012 – Bomaderry Hotel, Bomaderry
12 January 2012 – Westernport Hotel, San Remo
13 January 2012 – Torquay Hotel, Torquay
15 January 2012 – The Loft, Warrnambool
19 January 2012 – Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
20 January 2012 – Coolangatta Hotel, Coolangatta
27 January 2012 – Lizotte’s, Kincumber
28 January 2012 – Lizotte’s, Dee Why
29 January 2012 – Lizotte’s, Newcastle

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Justin Townes Earle Announces Blues and Roots Sideshows

Steve isn’t the only Earle heading to Oz next April. Justin Townes Earle, the son of the “Copperhead Road” singer, will also play intimate shows around the country next year.

He’s far from a household name but Justin has earned a loyal following here. In fact, this will be his fifth visit to our shoes since he first touched down in 2008.

“It’s my favourite place to tour on earth without question,” he recently said in an interview. “It’s very intriguing, and the women are very beautiful, tall and sensual. It’s awesome. It reminds me of Dr Seuss and I like that.”

I have no clue what he’s on about either, but I am impressed by his bluesy take on country and folk music. If you are too you can catch him at the following venues.

4 April 2012 – The Factory Theatre, Sydney
5 April 2012 – Menniyan Town Hall, Meeniyan
6 April 2012 – Boogie Festival, Tallarook
7-9April 2012 – Blues and Roots Festival, Byron Bay
11 April 2012 – The Regal Ballroom, Melbourne
12 April 2012 – The Prince, Melbourne
13 April 2012 – Estonian House, Adelaide
14 April 2012 – Fly by Night Club, Fremantle
15 April 2012 – The Rosemount Hotel, Perth

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Sublime Reform With Rome for Australian Tour

When I was in high school Sublime were one of the biggest ska bands in the world. Then in 1996 their lead singer Bradley Nowell tragically died of a heroin overdose, and it all came to an abrupt end. The band members went their separate ways, and it seemed the Sublime story was told. Not quite.

Original Sublime members Eric Wilson and Bud Gaugh met California’s Rome in 2008. The trio began to jam together, and suddenly Sublime were back in business. Now with the new moniker Sublime in Rome, the ska-punk act is bringing their reformed lineup to Australia next year.

“Sublime has so many fans and attracts new fans every year who were never able to see Sublime perform live after Bradley passed away,” explained Bradley Nowells’ widow, Troy Nowell-Holmes. “One of the inspirations for forming ‘Sublime with Rome’ was to bring Brad’s spirit in his music back to the fans and to give the new fans a glimpse of what it was like to see Sublime live.”

Make sure you arrive early because Mat McHugh from The Beautiful Girls will be warming up the crowds. Tickets go on sale tomorrow for the following shows.

4 April 2012 – Cooly Hotel, Gold Coast
5 April 2012 – HiFi, Brisbane
7 April 2012 – UNSW Roundhouse, Sydney
9 April 2012 – Palace Theatre, Melbourne
10 April 2012 – HQ Complex, Adelaide
11 April 2012 – Metropolis, Fremantle

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Kraftwerk’s Michael Rother Tours Australia

Fans of German experimental electronica are in for a real treat as Michael Rother is heading to Australia for a rare tour. It’s unusual for him to play anywhere, so seeing him gigging so far from home is pretty extraordinary.

Michael’s given us some of the most interesting music out of Germany with his bands Kraftwek, Neu!, and Harmonia.
Michael’s Harmonia bandmate Dieter Moebius and Neu! bandmate Hans Lampe will round out the bill on these very special Australia shows. The artists will play together and separately, so expect to hear a few Neu! and Harmonia tracks.

See these German electronic pioneers at Brisbane’s The Zoo on March 15 and Sydney’s Oxford Arts Factory on March 17. Tickets are on sale now.

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The Lazys Tour New EP

Central Coast hard rock act The Lazys are hitting the road to support their new EP, Temptation Never Liked You. The band will kick off their tour in front of hometown fans in January before travelling through Queensland, Victoria, and Tasmania.

The disc is a great reflection of the band’s raw energy as it was recorded at Newtown’s Notes Live. Acclaimed producer Matt Lovell gave the project some fine tuning to find the right balance between a studio sound and live performance.

If you want to check out a show it’s worth getting your tickets in advance as they’ll come bundled with a free copy of the EP. Get yours from the venues now!

13 January 2012 – The Entrance Leagues Club, Bateau Bay
20 January 2012 – Beetle Bar, Brisbane
3 February 2012 – Sandringham Hotel, Sydney (with special guests GrimSkunk)
4 February 2012 – Fitzroy Hotel, Windsor (with special guests GrimSkunk)
10 February 2012 – New Market Hotel, Bendigo
11 February 2012 – Cherry Bar, Melbourne
17 February 2012 – Spurs Tavern, Devonport
18 February 2012 – Brisbane Hotel, Hobart

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Bobby Alu Plays Sunday Summer Shows

After four months touring North America, Bobby Alu is back on home soil. He’s celebrating his returned with some chilled out weekend performances dubbed the Feelin’ Fine: The Sunday Arvo Sessions.

Bobby’s relaxed brand of reggae music sounds like the perfect soundtrack for a lazy summer weekend. The shows are a bit of a warm-up for the full-scale national tour Bobby promises we’ll see next year. Most are free, and the Brisbane show only costs a fiver, so there’s really no excuse for missing them!


18 December 2011 – The Joynt, Brisbane
1 January 2011 – Peregian Originals, Peregian Beach
8 January 2011 – Buddah Bar, Byron Bay

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