Category: Tour Announcements

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Ryan Meeking and the Few Tour New EP

The gorgeous Ryan Meeking and the Few will hit the road next month to support their brand new EP We’re Still Saying Nothing.

Funnily enough, the band is saying plenty. This is their third EP following the release of Broken Cars & Empty Pockets and the wonderful Night Owls. Thankfully after all those short releases, a full length album isn’t too far away. Ryan began to record it in the middle of the year with super producer Nick DiDia (Powderfinger, Pearl Jam, Nine Days).

After two months spent recording and mixing the album in Atlanta, the band is itching to get back in front of local fans. They’ll do just that at the following shows.

9 October 2010 – Caloundra Music Festival, Caloundra
10 October2010 – Noosa Surf Club, Noosa
14 October 2010 – The Troubadour, Brisbane
15 October 2010 – The Spotted Cow, Toowoomba
16 October 2010 – The Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
20 October 2010 –  Lizotte’s, Kincumber
21 October 2010 – The Sandringham Hotel, Newtown
22 October 2010 – The Gearin Hotel, Katoomba
23 October 2010 – Brass Monkey, Cronulla
24 October 2010 – The Heritage, Wollongong
28 October 2010 – The Corner Hotel, Melbourne (with The Verses)
29 October 2010 – The Loft, Warrnambool
30 October 2010 – Jive Bar, Adelaide

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You Am I Finally Release That Self-Titled Album

Uninspired bands usually release their self titled albums first, but it seems at album nine You Am I may have finally run out of titles. Their new self titled album is scheduled to hit record store shelves on October 8.

At least they’ve invested a bit of effort into the songs, which are said to be their “most expressive, well-woven, and sonically adventurous” to date. I guess that’s what working across several studios without any deadlines will do to a band!

The album marks a new beginning for You Am I, as it’s their first released through indie label Other Tongues. Pick up your copy on October 8, and catch the band showcasing the songs live at the following venues.

14 October 2010 – Waves, Wollongong
15 October 2010 – Level One @ Newcastle Leagues Club, Newcastle
16 October 2010 – The Metro, Sydney
17 October 2010 – The Beachcomber, Toukley
20 October 2010 – The Flying Horse, Warrnambool
21 October 2010 – The Bluestone, Ballarat
22 October 2010 – Billboard, Melbourne
23 October 2010 – Inferno, Tarralgon
11 November 2010 – The Irish Club, Toowoomba
12 & 13 November 2010 – Powderfinger Sunsets Farewell Tour @ Brisbane Riverstage, Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
18 November 2010 – Fly By Night Club, Fremantle
19 November 2010 – Rosemount Hotel, Perth
20 November 2010 – That Festival @ Cabarita Beach, Tweed Heads
25 November 2010 – Castle Hill RSL, Castle Hill
26 November 2010 – Newtons Nation Festival @ Mount Panorama, Bathurst
27 November 2010 – The Hi Fi Bar And Ballroom, Brisbane
2 December 2010 – Settlers Tavern, Mildura
3 December 2010 – The Governor Hindmarsh Hotel, Adelaide

Image used with permission from Other Tongues

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The Verses Announce Taste of Lilith Sideshows

The Verses are taking their new album Seasons on the road with a handful of dates to complement their performances at the Taste of Lilith Festival shows this October.

After seeing these guys live when they launched the album last month, I have no doubt that fans in Sydney and Melbourne are in for a treat. The performances are sure to be top notch with the band itching to introduce their new material to fans.

“We can’t wait to play the album in front of a live crowd and interact with the audience once again.  We are so happy with the response we’ve had and look forward to meeting the people who are discovering and enjoying our music around Australia,” Jesse Hooper said in a statement.

See Jesse and his equally talented sister Ella at the following sideshows!

5 October 2010 – Vanguard, Sydney
7 October 2010 – Gershwin Room @ Espy, Melbourne
28 October 2010 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne (with Ryan Meeking and The Few)

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City Riots Supporting Smashing Pumpkins

Adelaide’s own City Riots have earned the coveted support slot for the Smashing Pumpkins upcoming Aussie tour.

The indie act were handpicked by lead singer Billy Corgan to support the iconic rock band at dates around the country.

No doubt City Riots will be a well oiled machine by the time the October tour rolls around, having just wrapped up their own national tour. So make sure you turn up early to support the local talent at these Smashing Pumpkins shows!

12 October 2010 – PCEC Riverside Theatre, Perth
13 October 2010 – AEC Theatre, Adelaide
15 October 2010 – Festival Hall, Melbourne
16 October 2010 – Big Top @ Luna Park, Sydney
17 October 2010 – The Tivoli, Brisbane

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Split Seconds Tours Western Australia

Split Seconds, the latest outfit for Perth singer-songwriter Sean Pollard, is preparing for the release of their debut EP with a swag of headlining gigs and festival appearances around their home state.

The EP was recorded in Perth with producers Steve Bond (The Panics, Snowman, The Bank Holidays) and Benjamin Golby, before Aussie expat Aaron Cupples (The Drones, Dan Kelly) added the finishing touches in London. It should get a release next year, but we get a taste of it with the debut single “Bed Down.”

If you’re not in Western Australia don’t worry. A national tour is in the works, so the rest of Australia will be able to see this exciting new band soon.

17 September 2010 – The Norfolk Basement, Fremantle (with Red Jezebel and Emperors)
18 September 2010 – Amplifier Bar, Perth (with Red Jezebel and Emperors)
25 & 26 September 2010 – Wave Rock Weekender Festival, Hyden
6 October 2010 – One Movement, WA Showcase @ Capitol, Perth
1-3 January 2011 – Southbound Festival, Busselton

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The Lucky Wonders Spruik New Single “Anyway”

You might remember me gushing about The Lucky Wonders and their album Thirteen O’Clock earlier this year. Now the band is back with a brand new single “Anyway.”

After touring from April to July you’d figure the last thing they’d want to do is get back on stage or into the studio, but as they say there’s no rest for the wicked. Just weeks after the tour wrapped up the Lucky Wonders went back into the studio to record “Anyway” and this B-side “Thing About Leaving.”

And now they’re preparing to head out on the road again. This tour isn’t quite as expansive as the last at this stage, but more dates are to be announced. Here are the confirmed gigs!

25 September 2010 – Clancy’s, Fremantle (with Rachel and Henry Climb a Hill)
8 October 2010 – Petersham Bowling Club, Petersham (with Melanie Horsnell)
9 October 2010 – Wesley Anne, Northcote (with Hello Satellites)
10 October 2010 – Bendigo Hotel, Collingwood (with The Stillsons)
14 October 2010 – Republic Bar, North Hobart
15 October 2010 – Molly Malones, Devonport
16 October 2010 – Royal Oak, Launceston
17 October 2010 – Forth Pub, Forth (with Let the Cat Out)
28 Oct 2010 – Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
13 & 14 November 2010 – Feast Festival, Adelaide
18 November 2010 – The Rails, Byron Bay
25 November 2010 – Lizottes, Central Coast (with Halfway to Forth)

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MM9 Tour New Single “Let It Take Over”

There’s no sleep for the wicked, or electro rockers MM9. Fresh from their recent tour Karnivool, the Sydney band are hitting the road to support their latest single “Let It Take Over.”

The track comes from The Air Between, the band’s debut album which achieved a credible top 10 AIR chart debut.

See MM9 play the single, and all the other tracks from the album, at the following shows. Tickets are selling fast, so I’d get yours quickly if I were you!

10 September 2010 – Kiama Leagues Club, Kiama
11 September 2010 – The Maram, Canberra
 17 September 2010 – The Gaelic Club, Sydney
18 September 2010 – Revolver Upstairs, Melbourne
22 September 2010 – Club Coffs, Coffs Harbour
23 September 2010 – Miami Tavern, Gold Coast
24 September 2010 – The Step Inn, Brisbane
25 September 2010 – B&S Ball, Goondawindi
1 October 2010 – Enigma Bar, Adelaide
2 October 2010 – Amplifier Bar, Perth

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Expats Gypsy & The Cat Come Home Again

After wowing crowds last month while supporting The Strokes and Foals and playing their own headline shows, Gypsy & The Cat are making another journey home for a few more gigs.

Their appearances at Parklife will be the big ones, but if you don’t have tickets to the festival dates you’ll have plenty of chance to catch them at their Time to Wander sideshows. Fans are in for a real treat, with the band showcasing songs from their soon to be released debut album Gilgamesh. Is that just the most fantastic album name or what?

Tickets are on sale now from the venues.

24 September 2010 – Globe Theatre, Brisbane
25 September 2010 – Parklife, Brisbane
29 September 2010 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
30 September 2010 – Grand Hotel, Wollongong
1 October 2010 – CBD Newcastle, Newcastle
2 October 2010 – Parklife, Melbourne
3 October 2010 – Parklife, Sydney
3 October 2010 – Jive Bar, Adelaide
4 October 2010 – Parklife, Adelaide
6 October 2010 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat
7 October 2010 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
9 October 2010 – One Movement Festival, Perth

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Thirsty Merc Tour Tommy & Krista This Spring

Thirsty Merc are hitting the road again with a brand new tour to promote their brand new single “Tommy & Krista.”

The song is one of my favourite cuts from Mousetrap Heart with its piano pop hooks and fantastic lyrics. It’s clear that Australia agrees, with the song becoming the fifth most added on radio in its first week.

The tour will see the band play 24 shows all around the country this October and November, starting with dates in regional New South Wales. The lads are a well oiled machine at this point, having played some 300 dates together.
Tickets to the following shows go on sale from the venues today.


12 October 2010 – Soldiers Club, Leeton
13 October 2010 – Bended Elbow, Geelong
14 October 2010 – Mac’s Hotel, Melton
15 October 2010 – HQ, Adelaide
16 October 2010 – The Hi Fi Bar, Melbourne
20 October 2010 – RSL Club Resort, Dubbo
21 October 2010 – Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
22 October 2010 – Bowling Club, Yamba
23 October 2010 – Harrigans, Harrington Waters
24 October 2010 – Caves Beach Resort, Newcastle South
27 October 2010 – Players Bar, Mandurah
28 October 2010 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
29 October 2010 – Astor Theatre, Perth
30 October 2010 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury
3 November 2010 – Powerhouse, Toowoomba
4 November 2010 – Joes Waterhole, Eumundi
5 November 2010 – The Hi Fi, Brisbane
6 November 2010 – Coolangatta Hotel, Gold Coast
12 November 2010 – Wrest Point Showroom, Hobart
13 November 2010 – Saloon Bar, Launceston
17 November 2010 – ANU Bar, Canberra
18 November 2010 –Grand Hotel, Wollongong
19 November 2010 – Metro Theatre, Sydney (All Ages)
20 November 2010 – A Day In The Desert Festival, Kalgoorlie

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Marcia Hines Does Carole King for 40th Anniversary

Marcia Hines is taking on the music of Carole King with her latest album, not so originally titled Marcia Sings Tapestry.

“Carole King’s Tapestry is an album that has been very integral in my life,” explained Marcia in a statement. “I love singing and these songs allow me to sing.”

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 14: Australian singer Marcia Hines performs at the 70's Disco International party held at the Equilibrium Hotel on July 14, 2007 in Sydney, Australia. The event is the first in a series of 24 parties held in over 24 cities over a 6-month period, re-living the music, colours and fashion of the 70's era. (Photo by Sergio Dionisio/Getty Images)


Like Marcia, and a great many other girls out there, I also hold Tapestry really close to my heart. I only hope she can do those beautiful songs justice. I’m nervous, as I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone cover those songs just right, but I’ll withhold my judgement until I take a listen.

The release of the album coincides with the 40th anniversary of Marcia’s foray into show business. Goodness isn’t she looking good for it! To celebrate it all, Marcia will perform two intimate shows: one at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre on November 20 and the other at Sydney’s State Theatre on December 4. The first half of the concerts will be dedicated to four decades of Marcia Hines hits, while the second will bring the songs of Tapestry to the stage.

“It’s going to be two very different moods and that’s a beautiful thing,” Marcia said. “I love them both.”

I could say that ending a show on the songs of someone else probably isn’t the best way to celebrate your own career, but I love Marcia too much to be catty about it. Tickets for both shows go on sale on September 15, and the album will hit stores on October 1.