Category: Tour Announcements

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Isaiah Gets Spiritual With New Single and Tour

Isaiah seemed to have the world at his feet, a young artist with a voice beyond his years introduced to a national audience through the X Factor and an international one through Eurovision. But all that hasn’t quite equated to chart success. I’m not sure fame and fortune matters quite as much as releasing quality music, and I think his latest single “Spirit” is one of his best. Penned by Isaiah and Andrew Lowden, this beautiful ballad speaks of rediscovering your spiritual side after time in the emotional wilderness.

“‘Spirit’ is such a special song for me and I am so happy that I get to share it with the world,” he said. “The song is about coming out of a difficult and dark time and being able to reconnect with yourself, which I think everyone can relate to. The last year has been a year of self-discovery for me and I hope that my fans enjoy this song and all of the new music I will be releasing soon. ’Sprit’ is very close to my heart and I’m sending it into the world with love…”

Isaiah kicks off his Spirit and Beyond tour tomorrow. It’s an extensive tour which skips the capitals and touches regional centres around the nation. Catch him at one of the following shows.

6 July 2019 – Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre, Wonthaggi
7 July 2019 – The Bowery Theatre, St Albans
9 July 2019 – Mount Isa Civic Centre, Mt Isa
13 July 2019 – World Theatre, Charters Towers
26 July 2019 – Moncrieff Theatre, Bundaberg
29 August 2019 – Gladstone Civic Centre, Gladstone
31 August 2019 – Events Centre, Caloundra
1 September 2019 – Darebin Community Festival, Darebin
6 September 2019 – Albany Entertainment Centre, Albany
12 September 2019 – Bunbury Entertainment Centre, Bunbury
14 September 2019 – Cummins Theatre, Merredin
17 September 2019 – Moora Performing Arts Centre, Moora
20 September 2019 – Carnarvon Civic Centre, Carnavon
24 September 2019 – Broome Civic Centre, Broome
12 October 2019 – Paramount Theatre, Echuca
19 October 2019 – Araluen Arts Centre, Alice Springs
26 October 2019 – Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool

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The Superjesus Back on the Road for Live SUMO Album Release

More than 20 years have passed since The Superjesus released their debut album Sumo, but this groundbreaking Aussie act rocks just as hard as ever. They’re heading back out on the road in September to celebrate the release of a new double live album Sumo 20 LIVE, recorded during their massive 20th anniversary tour.

“2018 was the year that marked the 20-year anniversary of our debut album Sumo. To celebrate, we put together a show that encompassed a jurassic back catalogue of material that rolled out a two-and-a-half hour show. After smashing this set out night after night, it became obvious to us that we had become a pretty good band!” frontwoman Sarah McLeod reminisced. “Three-quarters of the way through the tour we decided that we should document where we were at, because it was surprising even us! Also, and more importantly, the crowds were singing along with us with enthusiasm like we’d never heard before. This shit needed to be recorded, so we set it up to film and record two shows. We were playing two sets per night, set one was Sumo, set two was hits and rarities. We recorded set one at the Manning Bar in Sydney and set two at The Zoo in Brisbane and were stoked with how it came up.”

Sumo 20 LIVE hits stores and your favourite digital outlets on September 6. All the hits are there, alongside the B-sides and other rarities diehard fans love. It’s the sort of album that reminds you just how good these guys are on stage and why you need to see them again. Purchase it on vinyl, buy a ticket to the show, or get a ticket and vinyl bundle and you’ll receive a free download of a brand new, never-before-heard song called “The Impossible.” Get onto it Superjesus fans! Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10 am from the Superjesus website and Oztix outlets.

6 September 2019 – Badlands, Perth
7 September 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide
20 September 2019 – Max Watts, Melbourne
21 September 2019 – Crowbar, Sydney

Image used with permission from On the Map PR; credit: Nix Cartel

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Augie March Reprises On the Quiet Tour 10 Years Later

In 2019, Augie March stripped their music back to its roots for their acclaimed On the Quiet tour. The largely acoustic shows were the talk of the town, the kind of events that you wished you got tickets for. Now 10 years later, Augie March are giving us the chance to do it all again.

“The On The Quiet format allows us to interpret the songs in their most direct and potent form … minimal instrumentation and 4 voices … It’s like the audience is sitting in on a stripped back rehearsal in our studio space … intimate and homespun… performing this show to audiences around Australia back in 2009 was a fun and inspiring experience for us … it promises to be an equally exciting prospect in 2019,” said drummer Dave Williams.

Augie March’s brand new On the Quiet tour will visit their favourite venues in and around Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, and Brisbane. Along the way they’re revisit tunes from their esteemed 23-year back catalogue, playing crowd pleasers and rarities for keen punters. It could be another 10 years or more before you experience Augie March quite like this. Tickets are on sale now.

8 August 2019 – Sooki Lounge, Belgrave
9 August 2019 – The Espy, St Kilda
10 August 2019 – Meeniyan Town Hall, Meeniyan
15 August 2019 – Transit Bar, Canberra
16 August 2019 – Paddo RSL, Sydney
17 August 2019 – The Old Museum, Brisbane
25 August 2019 – Howler, Brunswick

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ARC Does the Beatles for Abbey Road Live

It’s hard to believe 50 years have passed since the release of Abbey Road. Arguably The Beatles’ best, it still sounds fresh as a daisy thanks to choice cuts like “Come Together,” “Something,” and “She Came In Through the Bathroom Window.” Aussie supergroup ARC will pay tribute to that iconic album at upcoming Abbey Road Live shows.

ARC is Kram (Spiderbait), Mark Wilson (Jet), Davey Lane (You Am I), and Darren Middleton (Powderfinger). If that wasn’t enough reason to get excited, the shows will also feature special guests Ash Naylor (Paul Kelly, Even and Rockwiz), Linda Bull (The Black Sorrows, Vika and Linda Bull), Brett Wolfenden (The Pictures, James Keays) and James Keys (Eagle and the Worm, Bob Evans).

Tickets are selling fast, so make sure you get yours to see some of our finest talents interpreting some of the Beatles’ best.

11 August 2019 – Perth Concert Hall, Perth
13 August 2019 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
15 August 2019 – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
17 August 2019 – The Star, Gold Coast
18 August 2019 – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
20 August 2019 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
22 August 2019 – NEX, Newcastle
23 August 2019 – Anita’s Theatre, Wollongong

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Jon Stevens Celebrates Noiseworks & INXS With Massive Aussie Tour

I intended to write about this tour yesterday, but instead I found myself going down the Jon Stevens rabbit hole on Spotify, feeling nostalgic about the hits and discovering great recordings I hadn’t heard. Has anyone else listened to his version of “A Change is Gonna Come” or him jamming with Diesel on “Dock of the Bay”? Sublime. Travelling down that rabbit hole brings home just how good Jon’s upcoming tour will be though. Dubbed the Noiseworks and INXS Collection national tour, the set will be all about the hits.

The tour’s inspiration came from the rapturous reception he received as part of the Red Hot Summer Tour, where he played a similar set.

“You’ve got 10,000 people just going bananas when you are playing those songs,” he says. “It makes you realise you have to keep playing them. People want to hear Noiseworks and INXS,” he confirmed. “My job is to make sure everyone has the maximum best time possible.”

A good time is guaranteed at the following Jon Stevens shows.

6 July 2019 – Duck Creek Picnic Races @ Nyngan Racecourse, Nyngan
3 August 2019 – Gateway Hotel, Corio
8 August 2019 – Honeysuckle Hotel, Newcastle
9 August 2019 – The Ettamogah, Kellyville Ridge
10 August 2019 – Gymea Hotel, Gymea
15 August 2019 – Queens Park Theatre, Geraldton
17 August 2019 – Passion Of The Pilbara, Onslow
18 August 2019 – Astor Theatre, Perth
20 August 2019 – Albany Entertainment Centre, Albany
21 August 2019 – Esperance Civic Centre, Esperance
22 August 2019 – Albion Hotel, Kalgoorlie
23 August 2019 – Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, Bunbury
24 August 2019 – Ravenswood Hotel, Ravenswood
30 August 2019 – Miami Marketta, Miami
31 August 2019 – Kingscliff Beach Hotel, Kingscliff
1 September 2019 – The Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
5 September 2019 – Tanks Arts Centre, Cairns
6 September 2019 – Dalrymple Hotel, Townsville
7 September 2019 – 4U2 Concert, Moranbah
12 September 2019 – Macquarie Inn, Dubbo
13 September 2019 – Blue Cattle Dog Hotel, St Clair
15 September 2019 – Belmont 16s Sailing Club, Belmont
19 September 2019 – Bay Central Tavern, Pialba
20 September 2019 – Harvey Road Tavern, Clinton
21 September 2019 – Great Western Hotel, Rockhampton
4 October 2019 – The Triffid, Fortitude Valley
5 October 2019 – The V Room @ Villa Noosa, Noosa
6 October 2019 – Redland Bay Hotel, Redland Bay
11 October 2019 – Commercial Hotel, South Morang
12 October 2019 – Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
13 October 2019 – Memo Music Hall, St Kilda
18 October 2019 – Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre, Wangaratta
19 October 2019 – On The Wing EagleHawk Community Festival, Bendigo
19 December 2019 – West Gippsland Arts Centre, Warragul
20 December 2019 – The Palms at Crown, Melbourne
21 December 2019 – Frankston Arts Centre, Frankston

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The McClymonts Announce Acoustic Tour

Beloved country trio The McClymonts are stripping things back for their upcoming One Acoustic Night tour. Expect to hear Brooke, Sam, and Mollie’s harmonies come to the fore when they perform acoustic arrangements of all their most popular songs.

The tour has been a long time coming for the sisters, and they can’t wait to get out there and share their stripped back songs with fans.

“It’s been five years since we’ve done an acoustic tour,” Sam commented. “We’re looking forward to taking the songs back to where they started, as ideas on acoustic guitars and bringing a different level of intimacy between the audience and us.”

Before these acoustic shows, you can see The McClymonts at several upcoming festivals. Where will you catch them?

27 July 2019 – QLD Music Festival, Brisbane Convention Centre, Brisbane
3 August 2019 – Tara Festival of Culture & Camel Races, Tara
24 August 2019 – Gympie Music Muster, Gympie
28 September 2019 – C2C Festival, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
29 September 2019 – C2C Festival, Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
31 Oct 2019 – Saraton Theatre, Grafton
1 November 2019 – United Services Club, Laurieton
2 November 2019 – Ex Services Club, Armidale
15 November 2019 – Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave
16 November 2019 – Workmens Club, Wonthaggi
29 November 2019 – Dubbo RSL Memorial Club, Dubbo
30 November 2019 – Wenty Leagues Club, Wentworthville
6 December 2019 – Young Services Club, Young
7 December 2019 – Bargo Sports Club, Bargo

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Tully John & Liza-Jane’s New Single “Embers” is Fire

I don’t know what’s happening in your life, but I’m pretty sure Tully John & Liza-Jane’s new single “Embers” is the cure for what ails you. This delicate pop-folk number is the latest track from the Gold Coast duo, and it’s really something special.

“Embers” wraps around you with its beautiful vocals and gentle instrumentation, soothing you and making you feel all warm and fuzzy. It’s the aural equivalent of chicken soup or big fuzzy slippers, therapy for the soul.

“The song begins with two souls divided before they begin to interweave and come together again. In the end it is a song of resolution and solace,” Liza-Jane explains, “The ember is the hope to which we cling when things are just a bit wobbly.”

With more music planned for 2019, this year should be a big one for Tully John & Liza-Jane. Hear a sneak peek of more new material when the duo launches “Embers” at the following shows.

3 July 2019 – House Concert, Gold Coast
4 July 2019 – Junk Bar, Brisbane
5 July 2019 – Dust Temple, Gold Coast
6 July 2019 – House Concert, Byron Bay

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Winterbourne Provide Album Teaser Ahead of Long-Awaited Release & Tour

Central Coast duo Winterbourne has left us waiting far too long for an album. The EPs released since their formation five years ago just weren’t quite enough. However, our patience is soon to be rewarded with their release of their debut LP Echo of Youth on August 23. Get your fix of new Winterbourne music now with the release of the latest single “Too Many.”

“Too Many” is a little bit of a slow burner, but stick with it and see if you’re not punching your fist in the air by the time it’s through. The track builds beautifully to a triumphant climax. “Too Many” was one of the last songs Winterbourne wrote for their forthcoming album, proving that some things are worth waiting for.

“We didn’t realise until after the recording process but it’s the only song on the record that has a clear uplifting message, and it kind of serves as a response to a lot of questions throughout the album,” said one half of the duo, James Draper. “We recorded this one first when we arrived at the studio in Byron. It was night time by the time we got going and we all sat around in a small circle and just jammed on this song for a couple of hours until we felt we had it.”

Winterbourne will celebrate the release of their long-awaited album Echo of Youth with their biggest Aussie tour to date. Tickets are on sale now for the following dates.

25 October 2019 – Mojos, Fremantle (18+)
26 October 2019 – Jive, Adelaide (Licensed ALL AGES)
8 November 2019 – The Brightside, Brisbane (18+)
9 November 2019 – Howler, Melbourne (18+)
16 November 2019 – The Metro Theatre, Sydney (Licensed ALL AGES)

Image used with permission from Island Records Australia

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Montaigne Releases “Ready” Ahead of New Album & Tour

It feels like far too long since the ever-fabulous Montaigne graced us with new music. So I was thrilled to wrap my ears around her latest track “Ready.”

“Ready” is a stirring call to arms, a heady pop anthem about taking part in social change, come what may.

“To me the song is about this political moment, where humanity is starting to realise how actually cooked this planet is, that it never had to be like this, and that we have the power now to overthrow those who’ve forced us into this corner,” Montaigne explained. “It’s music that I’m proud of representing, because I think that it reflects the feelings swirling around the current political shitfest my generation is facing, and it attempts to transform the anxiety amongst those feelings into angry power. It’s like a fuel source.”

The good news for Montaigne is that there’s more where this came from. “Ready” is the first track lifted from Montaigne’s brand-new album Complex, which hits stores on August 30. Along with the CD, a spiffy limited-edition red vinyl version will also be available. Get them both and you’ll score a free eco-friendly tote bag. Fans who pre-order Complex will also score an illustrated poster.

With the album dropping in late August, Montaigne will give us just the time to familiarise ourselves with the new material before she sets off on her national tour in November. Montaigne has teamed up with PLUS1 to make sure a dollar from every ticket supports Bush Heritage Australia’s efforts to conserve the nation’s biodiversity. Tickets go on sale tomorrow from Oztix for the following dates.

7 November 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide
8 November 2019 – Badlands, Perth
9 November 2019 – Mojo’s Fremantle
14 November 2019 – Solbar, Maroochydore
15 November 2019 – The Zoo, Brisbane
16 November 2019 – The Northern, Byron Bay
17 November 2019 – The Zoo, Brisbane
21 November 2019 – Tap House, Bendigo
22 November 2019 – Torquay Hotel, Torquay
23 November 2019 – The Croxton, Melbourne
28 November 2019 – UC Hub, Canberra
29 November 2019 – The Metro, Sydney
30 November 2019 – UOW Unibar, Wollongong

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Grinspoon’s Chemical Hearts Tickets on Sale Now

My Facebook feed is frothing today with friends excited they’ve snapped up tickets for Grinspoon’s Chemical Hearts tour. The shows will be a celebration of everything that makes the Grinners great, with audience faves and hits from their 22-year career.

To celebrate the tour, Grinspoon will release a new vinyl record, Chemical Hearts, on October 11. Sure to be a collector’s item, it will feature many of the songs you can expect to hear at these shows.

Grinspoon will be ably supported on all dates by The Hard Aches, Gooch Palms, and Bugs.

“These concerts will have a very exciting atmos due to the individual scintillating performances by these amazing acts. We’re super excited to be doing this tour,” enthused Phil Jamieson. “We don’t get out much anymore and our last one focused primarily on our first record and this one will take a more broad approach to the little nuggets of songs that came between 1995 and 2013. Sooooooo … long story short. TOUR – CHEMICAL HEARTS – OCTOBER / NOVEMBER ~ ripper time. Ripper bands. Great times. Classic hits.”

Tickets are on sale right now. If the rapturous response to Grinspoon’s last tour was any indication, don’t expect them to hang around for too long. Get onto it music fans!

11 October 2019 – Metropolis, Fremantle (18+)
12 October 2019 – Metro City, Perth (18+)
16 October 2019 – The Forum, Melbourne (18+)
18 October 2019 – UC Refectory, Canberra (18+)
23 October 2019 – Odeon Theatre, Hobart (18+)
26 October 2019 – Entertainment Centre Theatre, Adelaide (ALL AGES)
31 October 2019 – Waves, Wollongong (18+)
1 November 2019 – Entertainment Centre, Newcastle (ALL AGES)
2 November 2019 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (ALL AGES)
7 November 2019 – The Star Broadbeach, Gold Coast (18+)
8 November 2019 – The Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane (18+)

Image used with permission from On the Map PR