Category: Tour Announcements

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James Reyne Announces “Boys Light Up” Anniversary Tour

It’s been 40 years since Australian Crawl dropped one of their most enduring songs, “The Boys Light Up,” the title track from their 1980 album. That seems as good a reason as any for James Reyne to load up the van and see fans around the country.

“Boys Light Up is turning 40! By Jove, who woulda thunk it. If I’d known what gave it legs I would’ve bottled it and drunk it. And I’m delighted that so many take this song into their hearts ‘cause it never really was a hit – it just SCRAPED into the charts. But it seems to hit a nerve, a chord, a nail, a bell, a spot ‘cause I tell ya, we don’t play it I’m likely to get shot! Or met by blokes in car-parks full of vinegar and piss who wanna know what game I’m playing, wanna know, “What game is this?!” They say they’ve got it on the record on CD, 8-track, cassette and they drove 500 miles not to hear it! Most upset!” James said.

“So it’s always fun to play tub-mother-thumping with the band and these are the good old days so c’mon and clap a hand. It’s bigger and it’s brighter with god-damned age some guile; And grand! And once upon a time remember? It got banned. ‘Cause I think “they” thought the title celebrated smoking dope! But it had nothing to do with it – it’s what you’d call a TROPE. A figure, then, of speech for euphemist results and irony of ironies and censorship and tyrannies. It’s about a fab and natural act for CON-senting adults. So, we’re coming to your town to celebrate it’s Come-Of-Age – bring all your bells and whistles ‘cause we’ll be BLISTERING the stage. There’ll be thrills and there’ll be spills as we fill that ROCKING cup ‘cause those Boys are turning 40 so c’mon and light them up!!”

You heard the man! Tickets are available now for all the following shows.

30 October 2019 – Anita’s Theatre, Wollongong
31 October 2019 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
7 November 2019 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
14 November 2019 – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
20 November 2019 – Astor, Perth
21 November 2019 – Astor, Perth
27 November 2019 – The Tivoli, Brisbane
28 November 2019 – The Tivoli, Brisbane

Image used with permission from Revolutions per Minute

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Geowulf Gets Us Excited About New Album With “Lonely”

Aussie expats Geowulf have just dropped their charming new single “Lonely.” The coming-of-age track about knowing your worth gives us a sweet taste of their forthcoming album My Resignation, which drops on October 25.

“In a way, ‘Lonely’ epitomises a lot of what this album means to me” explained vocalist Star Kendrick. “A bold and welcomed acceptance of myself and my own company. Feeling less and less like I need the approval of others. That’s one of the many nice things about getting a bit older.”

Geowulf are kicking major goals overseas. Hopefully we see them back on our shores really soon, but before that they’ve got some shows in North America and the United Kingdom in the coming months.

7 November 2019 – Schubas, Chicago
8 November 2019 – The Drake Hotel, Toronto
11 November 2019 – Mercury Lounge, New York
13 November 2019 – The Moroccan Lounge, Los Angeles
14 November 2019 – Rickshaw Stop, San Francisco
15 November 2019 – Barboza, Seattle
18 November 2019 – Oslo Hackney, London
25 November 2019 – The Deaf Institute, Manchester
26 November 2019 – Hare & Hounds, Birmingham
27 November 2019 – Exchange, Bristol

Image sued with permission from PIAS; credit: Quinn Warton

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Boom Crash Opera Join Machinations for Anniversary Tour

Hearing that Boom Crash Opera are heading back on the road with original lead singer Dale Ryder to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their breakthrough album These Here Are Crazy Times, several thoughts went through my head. Firstly, I was shocked it’s that old. I’ve been giving it another listen this morning with the news, and that album hasn’t aged a day, unlike so many records of the ‘80s. And perhaps the term records.

Then I thought how good these shows are going to be. These Here Are Crazy Times could be a best of album, with hits like “Onionskin,” “The Best Thing,” and “Dancing in the Storm” all featured. And Dale Ryder is back with the band. While I have mad respect for Andrew de Silva, he’s always felt a little like a fill-in for this act in my mind. Did I mention Machinations are on the bill too?

Relive all your ‘80s memories and make some new ones at the following shows.

1 November 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide
8 November 2019 – Southport RSL, Southport
9 November 2019 – Hamilton Hotel, Hamilton
15 & 16 November 2019 – Bridge Hotel, Rozelle
17 November 2019 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle West
22 November 2019 – Yarraville Club, Yarraville
23 November 2019 – Memo Music Hall, St Kilda

Image used with permission from Revolutions per Minute

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Client Liaison Release “The Real Thing” Music Video Ahead of Aussie Tour

Client Liaison have just dropped the video for their fab new single “The Real Thing,’ and it’s the perfect release for your weekend. If this doesn’t have you dancing around in anticipation of all the fun you’ll have tonight, I don’t know what will.

It’s also the perfect time to remind you Client Liaison are bringing their party to venues all around the country next month. Some shows have already sold out, so if you’re keen make sure you jump on the remaining tickets.

17 October 2019 – Grand Hotel, Mornington (SOLD OUT)
18 October 2019 – Torquay Hotel, Torquay (SOLD OUT)
19 October 2019 – The Forum Theatre, Melbourne
24 October 2019 – Uni Bar, Wollongong
25 October 2019 – Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
26 October 2019 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
31 October 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide
1 November 2019 – Dunsborough Tavern, Dunsborough
2 November 2019 – Metropolis, Fremantle
7 November 2019 – The Wharf Tavern, Mooloolaba
8 November 2019 – Kingscliff Beach Hotel, Kingscliff
9 November 2019 – The Tivoli, Brisbane

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Maddy Jane Releases Superb New Song, “Something Old and Something New”

Tasmania’s Maddy Jane has captured my heart with her relatable new single “Something Old and Something New.” This charmer should resonate with anyone who’s fallen for someone at the wrong time. Let’s face it, who hasn’t been there?

“‘Something Old And Something New’ is about meeting someone when you’re not looking for a relationship and all the conflicting thoughts that come out of that situation,” she explained. “I think there’s an outdated assumption that women always want a relationship and this song’s basically like, we can not want it just as much as the boys.”

“Something Old and Something New” comes from Maddy Jane’s debut album, which is due out early next year. Until then, she’s playing a string of launch parties to celebrate the single’s release. Catch her at the following gigs.

2 November 2019 – Til the Wheels Fall Off, Launceston
8 November 2019 – Yah Yah’s, Melbourne
9 November 2019 – Forum, Melbourne (supporting Spiderbait)
16 November 2019 – Vic on the Park, Sydney (FREE)
5 December 2019 – Prom in the Gong @ Unibar, Wollongong

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Little Quirks Release Stellar Single Ahead of New EP

Central Coast family band Little Quirks have just released their latest pop-folk charmer, “Life Wouldn’t Be.” The song will have you tapping your toe in time to the music and marvelling at the harmonies from sisters Abbey and Mia Toole and their cousin Jaymi Toole. This crowd-pleaser is the first track lifted from Little Quirks’ forthcoming EP Cover My Eyes, and it has me excited about what is to come.

Little Quirks are packing up the tour bus and hitting the East Coast this October and November to celebrate the EP’s release. This marks the first time the teens will headline shows in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney, so get out show your support. Catch them at the following coastal venues later this year.

5 October 2019 – Dashville Festival, Lower Belford
11 October 2019 – OAF Gallery Bar, Sydney
12 October 2019 – Junk Bar, Brisbane
2 November 2019 – The Espy, Melbourne
3 November 2019 – Lost Lands Festival, Werribee

Image used with permission from Ditto Music; photo credit: Al Parkinson

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Asha Jefferies Shows New Grown-Up Sound With “Bad Kisser”

“Bad Kisser” is a coming-of-age charmer from Brisbane’s own Asha Jefferies. It’s what I imagine a good teen movie might sound like, a John Hughes flick set to music if you will. There’s angst and pain, but also an optimism that this will get better.

“I wrote it about an extremely euphoric and tragic moment involving a festival; lust, longing, intoxication & one ultra-big insult,” Asha reflected. “It takes a bit of growing up to realise not every interaction you have with a stranger you like and meet will be romantic.”
The introspective track is a bit of a new sound from Asha, but one that shows incredible growth from her debut EP.

“After the satisfaction of releasing my first debut EP and first headline tour, I took an enduring time and effort away to re-discover myself – grow up as a person, not just developing as an artist,” she explained. “I’ve created a new sound and direction, in ode to the many things I did experience in the months I had off and in the movement of growing up.”

Get to know the new and improved Asha when she plays shows in the East Coast capitals in the coming months.
21 September 2019 – Low 302, Sydney
28 September 2019 – Brisbane Festival @ Riverstage, Brisbane (supporting City & Colour)
4 October 2019 – Grace Darling Hotel, Melbourne
26 October 2019 – The Foundry, Brisbane

Image used with permission from Habit Music Company

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Bec Sandridge Strikes Gold Again With “Stranger”

As if the release of her last stellar single “Eyes Wide Shut” wasn’t enough to convince you to buy tickets for her upcoming shows, Wollongong’s own Bec Sandridge has sweetened the deal with a brand new banger, “Stranger.”

It’s got such an approachable pop sound, but some really deep themes bubbling just beneath the surface. It asks the big questions about whether we can ever really know someone, and even if we can ever really know ourselves.

“’Stranger’ is the proudest I’ve been of any song to date. It’s the most honest I’ve been with myself and others,” Bec said. “At the time I was struggling with image dysmorphia and unable to manage the anxiety that came along with that. I was lucky enough to marry the track with the visuals of diva/director/drag king Tanzer which helped me make sense of a lot of things. I felt it was the first time someone has been able to capture who I am holistically – the ugly, the unhinged, the raucous. I was forced to be comfortable in vulnerability – having a leaf blower on my face certainly helped!”

I really feel like Bec is making some of the best music of her career right now, so I can’t wait to hear her debut album Try + Save Me, which gets released on October 4. Remember, Bec is playing shows all over the country in October. Catch her at the following venues.

4 October 2019 – The Foundry, Brisbane
5 October 2019 – The Northern, Byron Bay (FREE ENTRY)
12 October 2019 – Hobart Brewing Company, Hobart
18 October 2019 – Cats @ Rocket Bar, Adelaide
19 October 2019 – Howler, Melbourne
25 October 2019 – Lansdowne, Sydney
26 October 2019 – UC Hub, Canberra
8 November 2019 – UniBar, Wollongong

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Ruel Lays Down Another Stellar Single, “Face to Face”

Australia’s coolest 16-year-old Ruel is back with a another sweet, soulful single, “Face to Face.” This song goes down smoothly with a killer hook and earnest lyrics. Is it just me or does this kid just keep getting better and better?

“Face to Face” comes from Ruel’s forthcoming EP Free Time, which drops on September 13. Ruel will celebrate its release with all ages shows in most Aussie capitals and New Zealand. Tickets will not last, so get on them now!

19 September 2019 – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
22 September 2019 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
24 September 2019 – Festival Hall, Melbourne
28 September 2019 – Shed 10, Auckland
1 October 2019 – Odeon, Hobart
4 October 2019 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney

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Fall in Love With Wolfjay’s “Together”

In the wake of same sex marriage passing in Australia, Wolfjay wrote a simply stunning song about love. “Together” is the latest track from this Melbourne act who are generating serious buzz here and abroad.

“I wrote ‘Together’ the day Australia voted to legalise same-sex marriage in the nation-wide plebiscite, laying on the floor in a recording studio with someone I found fascinating and incredible and lovely,” Wolfjay explained. “We drank prosecco until there wasn’t any left and took turns being honest with each other. ‘Together’ is about having the freedom of being absorbed by the warmth and weight of being close to someone, sharing the same space for a moment and letting it consume you, finally letting go of every stressful thing that’s trying to steal that moment away — forgetting the future together”.

This song has got such a special sound. There’s a great modern indie pop sensibility about it with its beats and synths, but then with strings and subtle guitar sounds laid over the top there’s a little added romance.

If you love “Together,” you’ll be happy to learn there’s more where it came from. It’s the first in a trilogy series of tracks which will be released in the coming weeks. Wolfjay will also play the following shows celebrating its release through August and September.

29 August 2019 – The Gasometer Upstairs, Melbourne
1 September 2019 – Good Intent 1st Birthday @ The Marlyon Sunday, Sydney
3 & 5 September 2019 – BigSound @ The Flying Cock, Brisbane
13 September 2019 – The Stag Hotel, Adelaide

Image used with permission from Good Intent