Category: Tour Announcements

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Rock Out With Sisters Doll’s New Single, “Black Mirror”

Glam rock might be a dying art, but someone forgot to tell Sisters Doll. They’re exposing a new generation to wailing guitars and punch-your-fist-in-the-air choruses with their latest single “Black Mirror.”

It’s the first song Sisters Doll have released since 2017 and their first track written collectively. If this is what happens when they work together, they need to do it more often!

“I believe everyone is at their most vulnerable when they are looking into the black mirror,” lead vocalist Brennan Mileto explained of the track’s inspiration. “The concept is cool and so true and is a relevant title for our generation,” adds bassist Austin Mileto. “We believe our generation is so reliant on technology, which isn’t a bad thing, but I think if it keep’s going in the direction it is we will all be like zombies in the future. We love technology and social media but just feel it’s taking over the world.”

As with any good glam rockers, Sisters Doll are best experienced live. You’ll get the chance to see them in all their glory at the following shows supporting the release of “Black Mirror.”

31 May 2019: Barwon Club, Geelong
7 June 2019: The Basement, Canberra
8 June 2019: Frankies Pizza, Sydney
9 June 2019: Lazy Bones Lounge, Marrickville
15 June 2019: Jive Bar, Adelaide
21 June 2019: St Ives Hotel, Wodonga
5 July 2019: The Rosemount Hotel, Perth
6 July 2019: The Vic Hotel, Collie
7 July 2019: The Den, Perth
11 July 2019: Amplifier Bar, Perth
12 July 2019: Prince of Wales Hotel, Bunbury
13 July 2019: The White Star Hotel, Albany
19 July 2019: The Loft, Launceston
27 July 2019: Coolangatta Hotel, Coolangatta
10 August 2019: Lucky 13 Garage, Moorabin
5 October 2019: Musicland, Fawkner

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Jacob Lee Poised for World Domination

Gold Coast singer-songwriter Jacob Lee caught my attention last year with his track “With You,” but like so many indie musicians he seemed to fade from view. However, if like me you’ve wondered what happened to him, wonder no more.

It seems Jacob caught the ears of a global audience and he’s kicking major goals abroad. He currently has more than 320,000 YouTube subscribers and his EPs have amassed more than 60 million streams on Spotify. He just headlined his first tour of Europe and the United Kingdom and sold out venues in minutes, inspiring organisers to move him to larger spaces to meet the demand. Best of all, he’s done it all without the support of a major label or mainstream press.

So here’s more raving about Jacob from press on the fringes: his new single “Conscience” is amazing. It’s the first of 11 tracks from the album of the same name Jacob will release this year. He’s playing shows locally all over the country supporting Dennis Lloyd. If you’ve got tickets, don’t just dismiss him as a support act and skip his set, because he’s getting to be quite the big deal and he won’t be playing support slots here for too much longer. After he wraps that up he’ll play North America, followed by some yet-to-be-announced dates in South America, Asia, and the UK and Europe again. Needless to say, the future looks very bright for Jacob Lee.

10 May 2019 – 256 Wickham, Brisbane (supporting Dennis Lloyd)
11 May 2019 – Metropolis, Fremantle (supporting Dennis Lloyd)
13 July 2019 – Aisle 5, Atlanta
17 July 2019 – Mercury Lounge, New York
20 July 2019 – The Drake, Toronto
24 July 2019 – Space, Chicago
27 July 2019 – Cambridge Room, Dallas
31 July 2019 – Hotel Café, Los Angeles
1 August 2019 – Rickshaw Stop, San Francisco

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Conrad Sewell Celebrates “Life” With Art Show, Instores, & Tour

Conrad Sewell has made a career singing tug-at-the-heartstrings ballads that stir the soul. He’s at it again with his latest single “Life,” the title track from his forthcoming debut album.

The album Life hits Australia on May 17. Conrad will mark its release with an art exhibition in Sydney on May 16. Photographers were invited to submit their works which represent the meaning of life. The ones an expert creative panel featuring Conrad himself like best will be displayed on the night. Conrad will also showcase some of the album’s tracks on the night.

While the launch is exclusively for VIPs, Conrad is giving fans plenty of opportunities to see him in the coming weeks. He will play shows all around Australia and North America to celebrate Life’s release. If you missed out on tickets, or you just want to get up close and personal with the man himself, he’s playing a bunch of old-school shopping centre instores leading up to the tour. Catch him at the following places.

9 May 2019 – Fishbone, Alexandria (6 pm)
11 May 2019 – Westfield Woden, Woden (noon)
13 May 2019 – Garden City Centre, Booragoon (3:30 pm)
22 May 2019 – Queen Street Mall, Brisbane (4:30 pm)
23 May 2019 – Beatniks Records, Broadbeach (4:30 pm)
25 May 2019 – Astor Theatre, Perth (ALL AGES)
31 May 2019 – Eatons Hill Ballroom, Brisbane (ALL AGES)
1 June 2019 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney (ALL AGES)
4 June 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide (ALL AGES)
7 June 2019 – The Forum, Melbourne (18+)
12 June 2019 – The Mint, Los Angeles
13 June 2019 – Café du Nord, San Francisco
16 June 2019 – Globe Hall, Denver
18 June 2019 – Subterranean, Chicago
20 June 2019 – Mercury Lounge, New York
21 June 2019 – Sonia Live Music Venue, Cambridge
22 June 2019 – The Drake Hotel, Toronto

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Merpire Does it Again With “Lately”

Merpire is back with a brand new single and a whole bunch of shows. The Sydney chanteuse’ brand new track is called “Lately,” and it’s a tune that showcases her rich voice and songwriting prowess beautifully.

Merpire has already started 2019 with a bang, playing A Festival Called Panama, Brunswick Music Festival, and By the Meadow. There’s more where that came from though. See her at the following gigs in the coming months.

4 May 2019 – The Northern Republic, Euroa
18 May 2019 – Howler, Melbourne (supporting City Calm Down)
13 June 2019 – School Night @ Noisy Ritual, East Brunswick
11-14 July 2019 – Bello Winter Music Festival, Bellingen

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The Little Stevies Take New Album On the Road

Local sister act The Little Stevies can do no wrong. Their latest studio album Stopped Wishing I Was Somewhere Else is a delight from start to finish, with irresistible vocals, quirky lyrics, and genuine charm. It’s like aural sunshine, guaranteed to put a smile on your face and a spring in your step.

If you only listen to one song though, make it “Break Your Heart.” It seems wrong to play favourites when an album is such quality, but this song has a special place in my heart. Listen and just see if you’re not tempted to snap up tickets to one of their upcoming shows.

Catch The Little Stevies promoting their new album at the following gigs.

3 May 2019 – Smiths Alternative, Canberra
18 May 2019 – The Spotted Mallard, Melbourne
24 May 2019 – Factory Floor, Sydney
26 May 2019 – The Milk Factory, Brisbane

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Alex Lahey Drops Killer New Single Ahead of World Tour

Alex Lahey is right on track for world domination, and her latest single, “Am I Doing it Right?” will do little to hurt her cause. It’s a classic slice of retro power pop that makes me want to reach for my hairbrush and put on a private show. It’s ultra catchy with a nostalgic feel millennials and those of us old enough to remember the first coming of this kind of music will love.

Alex will play shows in the United Kingdom and Europe next month before heading home for a string of dates with her favourite Australian band of the moment, Stand Atlantic. Catch her while you can, as she’s off to the United States and Canada once the Aussie tour wraps! Here are all the places you can catch her play in the coming months.

13 May 2019 – Broadcast, Glasgow
15 May 2019 – Empire Music Hall, Belfast
16 May 2019 – The Grand Social, Dublin
17 May 2019 – Arts Club, Liverpool
19 May 2019 – The Cookie, Leicester
20 May 2019 – Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff
23 May 2019 – Oslo, London
6 June 2019 – The Gov, Adelaide (18+)
7 June 2019 – Rock Rover, Fremantle (18+)
13 June 2019 – The Tivoli, Brisbane (All Ages)
14 June 2019 – The Basement, Canberra (18+)
15 June 2019 – Metro Theatre, Sydney (All Ages)
22 June 2019 – Forum, Melbourne (18+)
23 June 2019 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne VIC (U18 matinee)
9-11 August 2019 – Outside Lands, San Francisco
13 August 2019 – The Troubadour, Los Angeles
14 August 2019 – Valley Bar Phoenix
16 August 2019 – Antone’s ,Austin
19 August 2019 – The Earl, Atlanta
20 August 2019 – Exit / In, Nashville
22 August 2019 – U Street Music Hall, Washington, DC
23 August 2019 – Music Hall of Williamsburg, Brooklyn
24 August 2019 – Johnny Brenda’s, Philadelphia
25 August 2019 – Great Scott, Allston
27 August 2019 – Lincoln Hall, Chicago
28 August 2019 – Turf Club, St. Paul
1 September 2019 – Biltmore Cabaret, Vancouver
3 September 2019 – Doug Fir Lounge, Portland

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Lost Woods Charm With “Bern”

Adelaide indie outfit Lost Woods will lift you up with their beautiful new single “Bern.” With a delicate folky sound and lead singer Peter White’s stunning falsetto, this song leaves a lasting impression.

“’Bern’ tackles the struggle of giving someone up and the feeling of loneliness and isolation that come with it,” Peter explained. “ Knowing that something isn’t right for you but not being emotionally mature enough to deal with it”.

Lost Woods will celebrate the release with a string of shows over the coming weeks, including two at home. Catch them at all the following venues soon.

28 April 2019 – The Grace Emily, Adelaide
4 May 2019 – The Workers Club, Melbourne
16 May 2019 – Frankie’s Pizza Bar, Sydney
1 June 2019 – Exeter Beer Garden, Adelaide

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Anna Smyrk Brings Island Adventures to Life With “Benjamin”

After growing up on a Victorian lavender farm, Anna Smyrk has spread her wings in recent years, making her home in far-flung parts of the world including Cambodia, the Philippines, and the Solomon Islands. Her time in the Solomons inspired her latest song “Benjamin,” a folky fish-out-of-water tale about finding your peace far from home.

Anna recorded the track in a Central Victorian farmhouse with a host of old friends on mandolin, double bass, banjo, dobro, and her sister on backing vocals.

“It was definitely a family affair,” says Anna. “I just had a couple of weeks back home, so I pulled together friends that I’ve played with for years. It made the recording process really comfortable.”

“Benjamin” is the first track lifted from Anna’s sophomore EP, which tells more tales of her time spent abroad. It’s due for release in October, but you can hear a sneak peek at the shows she’s playing along the East Coast. Catch her at the following venues in the coming weeks.

24 April 2019 – Red Bar, Sydney
25-28 April 2019 – St Albans Folk Festival, St Albans
1 May 2019 – Scullion Sessions, The Stag & Hunter Hotel, Newcastle
5 May 2019 – The Folk Studio, Armidale
7 May 2019 – Cambus Wallace, Gold Coast
8 May 2019 – Can You Keep a Secret?, Brisbane
9 May 2019 – City Sounds, Brisbane
10 May 2019 – Dusty Attic, Lismore
14 June 2019 – Merri Creek Tavern, Melbourne

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Bon But Not Forgotten Announce Bon Scott Birthday Tour

If you’re like me you’ve got only the fuzziest idea of what you’ll be doing next week, let alone in a few months’ time, but if you’re an AC/DC fan, this is a tour worth putting on your calendar. Bon But Not Forgotten, Australia’s most star-studded AC/DC tribute act will hit the road mid-year to celebrate the one and only Bon Scott’s birthday.

Made up of members of The Angels, The Poor, and Baby Animals, these guys know a thing or two about rocking out. If anyone can do the legacy of Bon Scott and the boys justice, it’s this supergroup. The set will feature all the hits plus some rare gems for the true fans.

Catch Bon But Not Forgotten at the following venues.

28 June 2019 – Charles Hotel, Perth
29 June 2019 – This Life Music Festival, Carnarvon
6 July 2019 – The Corner Hotel, Melbourne
12 July 2019 – Bridge Hotel, Sydney
13 July 2019 – Panania Hotel, Panania
19 July 2019 – Chardon’s Corner, Brisbane
20 July 2019 – Parkwood Tavern, Gold Coast

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Rach Brennan & The Pines Touring Fab New Album

I’ve found myself thoroughly charmed this morning by Here’s to Better Times & Seeing Better Places, the debut album from Victorian indie-pop act Rach Brennan & The Pines. There’s so much warmth and wisdom in this album, which dropped today. And with just nine tracks, the band’s ensured every one is flawless.

Choosing a favourite seems like choosing a favourite child, but current single “Hindsight” has really bowled me over. It’s got all that wisdom I mentioned wrapped up in an upbeat, feel-good poppy package.

“‘Hindsight’ is about a moment of clarity when you realise that you’re no longer young, but not yet old … but even though you might feel stuck or limited in experience, the world around you keeps moving at breakneck pace with no sign of slowing down,” Rach explained. “In this time in your life you either stay still and let it rush past you … or you let go, be kind to yourself and let the current take you.”

Rach Brennan & The Pines have been incredibly busy of late playing single release shows and festivals, but there’s no slowing them down. You can catch this exciting new act at the following shows celebrating the album’s release.

19 April 2019 – Halls Gap Hotel, Halls Gap
2 May 2019 – The Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood
25 May 2019 – The Workers Club, Geelong
30 May 2019 – Marlborough Hotel, Newtown
31 May 2019 – Howlin’ Wolf Bar, Wollongong

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