Category: Tour Announcements

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Dream on Dreamer Drop New Rocking New Single Ahead of Album Release

I don’t know how your Humpday is going, but mine is one that deserves some heavy rock. Big riffs and pounding drums, like those provided by Dream on Dreamer’s new single “Let It In,” are just perfect for echoing a little mid-week frustration.

“Let It In” comes from the Melbourne band’s fourth studio album It Comes and Goes, which is set to drop on May 25. The band say it’s their “most intimate and personal full-length to date,” so it’s sure to be something special.

Dream on Dreamer will waste no time bringing their new music to the masses, with dates all around the country this winter. Check them out at the following pubs and clubs.

31 May 2018 – Factory Floor, Sydney
1 June 2018 – Tattersalls Hotel, Penrith
8 June 2018 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne
10 June 2018 – Sooki Lounge, Belgrave
15 June 2018 – Fowler’s Live, Adelaide
16 June 2018 – Amplifier Bar, Perth
22 June 2018 – Elliots Bar, Ringwood
23 June 2018 – Pelican Bar, Frankston
30 June 2018 – The Brightside, Brisbane

Image used with permission from Little Giant

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Sons of the East Announce Fleeting Visit Home

Sons of the East have been wowing crowds in the United States following their appearance at South by Southwest, but we won’t need to wait too long to see them. The Sydney indie-folk trio are heading home for three shows before jetting off to the United Kingdom in August.

With the band putting the finishing touches on a new EP, these gigs are likely to be the perfect place to road-test some new material. Look forward to hearing some new stuff and plenty of your old favourites at the following shows.

9 June 2018 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
14 June 2018 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne
30 June 2018 – Mojo’s Bar, Perth

Image used with permission from IMC Music

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Nothing Fishy About Neon Tetra’s New Single

Funky Adelaide outfit Neon Tetra are spreading good vibes with the release of their single “The End Begins Again.”

Taken from their forthcoming EP Pollen, “The End Begins Again” showcases the band’s commitment to feel-good music with infectious grooves. Josh Allen’s vocals seem to be able to go anywhere and that sax line is irresistible.

The music video sees Neon Tetra joining forces with Mickey Mason of Corduroy Productions.

“As soon as the music is ready, Mickey gets a first listen. Coming up with some wonderfully bizarre concepts that make the process a lot of fun. We’re big fans of his fresh produce,” the band said in the presser. “The music video is an expression of what the record is all about. Dancing, love and expressing yourself. Not taking life too seriously. The entire clip was shot on Super 8 film, creating a warming tone that ties in with the late ‘70s, early ‘80s pop feel of the release.”

Neon Tetra will celebrate the single’s release with the following shows, kicking off in their hometown this week.

5 May 2018 – Chateau Apollo, Adelaide
25 May 2018 – Elsewhere Bar, Gold Coast
26 May 2018 – Netherworld, Brisbane
27 May 2018 – The Evelyn, Melbourne (MATINEE)

Image used with permission from Beehive PR

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Kasey Chambers Forms The Fireside Disciples for New “Campfire” Album

Kasey Chambers is embracing her roots with her latest album Campfire, recorded with her new band The Fireside Disciplines. The Fireside Disciples are some of Kasey’s favourite musicians: longtime touring mate Brandon Dodd, longtime family friend and Indigenous elder Alan Pigram, and her dad and greatest musical inspiration Bill Chambers.

“I grew up in the remote outback of Australia living a unique lifestyle isolated from civilisation. The campfire was the heart of our existence: for survival, creativity, inspiration,” Kasey explained of the album’s inspiration. “We hunted all our own food and then cooked it on the campfire. My brother and I did all our schooling via correspondence around the campfire. We used the campfire for warmth and light. We gathered around the campfire at night to play songs together as a family. Our connection to music and the land has developed through and around the campfire since I was born, so it has always stayed with me as a special part of my life.”

“The Campfire Song” gives us our first taste of the album. It’s such a beautiful, raw piece of music which makes you feel nostalgic from the get-go.

Campfire drops on April 27. Kasey Chambers and the Fireside Disciples will play shows just about everywhere to support its release.

23 May 2018 – Casino RSM, Casino
24 May 2018 – Coffs Ex-Services Club, Coffs Harbour
25 May 2018 – Club Forster, Forster
26 May 2018 – Laurieton United Services Club, Laurieton
31 May 2018 – Griffith Regional Theatre, Griffith
1 June 2018 – Civic Theatre, Wagga Wagga
2 June 2018 – Swan PACC, Swan Hill
3 June 2018 – Mildura MAC, Mildura
14 June 2018 – Mingara Recreation Club, Tumbi Umbi
15 June 2018 – The Cube, Campbelltown
16 June 2018 – Rooty Hill RSL, Rooty Hill
17 June 2018 – Ulladulla Services Club, Ulladulla
21 June 2018 – Seymour Centre, Sydney
22 June 2018 – Anita’s Theatre, Thirroul
23 June 2018 – Panthers, Bathurst
24 June 2018 – Canberra Playhouse Theatre, Canberra
28 June 2018 – The Event Centre, Caloundra
29 June 2018 – Twin Towns, Tweed Heads
1 July 2018 – Brisbane Powerhouse, Brisbane
5 July 2018 – The Desert Cave, Coober Pedy
7 July 2018 – Araluen Arts Centre, Alice Springs
11 July 2018 – Frankston Arts Centre, Frankston
12 July 2018 – Burrinja Theatre, Upwey
13 July 2018 – The Palms at Crown, Melbourne
14 July 2018 – The Playhouse GPAC, Geelong
19 July 2018 – Albury Theatre, Albury
21 July 2018 – Dubbo RSL, Dubbo
2 August 2018 – Northern Festival Theatre, Port Pirie
3 August 2018 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
4 August 2018 – Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, Mt Gambier
5 August 2018 – Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool
9 August 2018 – Tanks, Cairns
15 August 2018 – West Gippsland Arts Centre, Warrigal
17 August 2018 – Regent Theatre, Yearram
18 August 2018 – Wonthaggi Arts Centre, Wonthaggi

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Wanderers Drop Retro Soul Single Ahead of Aussie Tour

Adelaide outfit Wanderers have me feeling nostalgic with their new single “Off My Back.” It feels a little Hall & Oates, smooth, soulful, and so easy to listen to.

This track really is fresh out of the oven, coming from a recording session in January 2018 at Adelaide’s Wundenberg Studios. Having spent much of 2017 on the road, the guys were no doubt happy to be back at home, and that ease and relaxation shines through the single.

It won’t be too long before we see them back on stage though. Wanderers will tour “Off My Back” all around the country in the coming months.

26 April 2018 – Marly Bar, Newton
28 April 2018 – The Gumball Festival, Hunter Valley
3 May 2018 – Upstairs @ the Gaso, Melbourne
4 May 2018 – The Westernport Hotel, San Remo
5 May 2018 – Grampians Grape Escape, Halls Gap
6 May 2018 – Bay Pizzaria, Port MacDonald
18 May 2018 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
19 May 2018 – Dunsborough Tavern, Dunsborough
20 May 2018 – Four5Nine, Perth WA
1 June 2018 – The Milk Factory, Brisbane
2 June 2018 – The Northern, Byron Bay
9 June 2018 – Grace Emily, Adelaide

Image used with permission from Little Acorn Music; credit: Jack Fenby

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The Ruiins Make Strong Statement With “Nobody”

Mid-North Coast duo The Ruiins have knocked it out of the park with their epic new single “Nobody.” It’s got a bigger, moodier sound than previous releases, and I think it’s better for it.

“It takes a more dynamic approach which we haven’t yet explored. It highlights raw emotion and the difficulties of relationships, getting caught up in thought and realising when to act upon your emotions,” noted the band’s drummer and vocalist, Adam Dooker.

“Nobody” is the title track from The Ruiins’ debut EP, which is out now. Fresh from shows in Bali, The Ruiins will launch the EP with the following shows on Australia’s East Coast.

8 June 2018 – The Cambridge Hotel, Newcastle
9 June 2018 – The Union Hotel, Sydney
15 June 2018 – Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay
16 June 2018 – The Pink Motel, Gold Coast

Image used with permission from WHO Collective

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Liam Gale & The Ponytails Go Their Own Way With “It’s Alright, Speak Nice”

Liam Gale & The Ponytails are offering an exciting taste of their upcoming release “’The Desire Lines,” dropping the single “It’s Alright, Speak Nice” for your listening pleasure.

This is such an original track, with a trippy psychedelic rock feel meeting some sexy jazz grooves. Rosie Jackson brings some soul to the track, which touches on reckless drinking, religion, forlorn love, and bushfires.

Liam Gale & The Ponytails are playing several shows around Sydney over the coming weeks, including one in Marrickville tonight. Here are the places you can catch this talented band.

17 April 2018 – Lazybones Lounge, Marrickville
29 April 2018 – Upstairs at Fred’s, Camden
11 May 2018 – Sofar Sounds, Sydney (secret show)

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Baby Animals Back to Best With “Tonight”

Baby Animals were the real surprise packet of this year’s Red Hot Summer shows for me. They were one of the only acts I’d never seen live before, and their blistering sets made me wonder why I’d left it this long. Suze deMarchi oozes cool and the band is one of the tightest I’ve ever seen. I also appreciate that they weren’t like so many other acts resting on their laurels. Trading on nostalgia is easy, but bringing new music to an audience takes balls. The new single “Tonight” was a highlight of the set, a track I wanted to make sure you all wrapped your ears around.

Baby Animals do too, so they’re touring the country as headliners to support its release. Expect to hear more tracks from their forthcoming EP along with all your old favourites at the following shows.

22 June 2018 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
23 June 2018 – The Gov, Adelaide
29 June 2018 – Doyalson RSL, Doyalson
30 June 2018 – Waves, Wollongong

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Leading Rock Musicians Celebrate AC/DC as Bon But Not Forgotten

AC/DC cover bands are a dime a dozen, but few have the credentials of Bon But Not Forgotten. This supergroup features some of the leading names in Australian music, including former AC/DC members Simon Wright and Tony Currenti, premiere guitarist Phil Emmanuel, The Angels and Choirboys member James Morley, and Electric Mary frontman RUSTY.

Bon But Not Forgotten will play shows around the country this July to celebrate Bon’s birthday. They’ll play all your favourite and some hidden gems most of the tribute shows are too scared to trot out. The next best thing to seeing the originals, don’t miss Bon But Not Forgotten.

6 July 2018 – The Charles Hotel, Perth
7 July 2018 – The Yarraville Club, Yarraville
8 July 2018 – Cherry Bar, Melbourne
13 July 2018 – The Factory Theatre, Marrickville
14 July 2018 – Entrance Leagues Club, Bateau Bay

Image used with permission from AAA Entertainment

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“This Home is Mine” – Stumps

I must admit, I didn’t get Stumps’ new EP This Home is Mine right away. It felt like this Sydney band was trying too hard to be The Smiths. But I have a rule that I won’t turn off any recording before it gets to the end. I know bands have spent time slaving away in the studio laying down their tracks, so they deserve to be heard out.

It all clicked for me somewhere around the third track, “Matthew McConaughey.” I found myself having fun, tapping my feet along in time with the chorus, which clicks this song into gear. From that moment I was firmly on board.

After listening to this EP once, I felt compelled to go back to the start and try again. Second time around, those early tracks made so much more sense to me. Each song from This Home is Mine is like a sucker punch. Not one clocks in at over four minutes – most tracks are around the three-minute mark – so there’s no time for the band to muck around. They go hard, dropping F-bombs and embracing big chords and thumping drums.

Stumps won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but This Home is Mine is bloody good fun. It’s bold and raucous, unashamedly unapologetic. Crank it up and give it a chance. If you’re like me, you’ll be glad you did.

I have an inkling this music is going to sound even better in a packed pub with a beer in hand. If you do too, make sure you don’t miss Stumps’ upcoming shows.

14 April 2018 – Waywards, Sydney (supporting Maddy Jane)
20 April 2018 – Gasometer, Melbourne (supporting Maddy Jane)
2 May 2018 – Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane (FREE)
4 May 2018 – Waywards, Sydney
5 May 2018 – Yah Yah’s, Melbourne (FREE)

Image used with permission from Beehive PR