Category: Tour Announcements

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Camp Cope Release Stand-Out Album Title Track

I’m working on a Saturday. On a long weekend nonetheless. Despite resolving to get better work-life balance this year. It’s frustrating that after working myself into the ground last year, taking Friday afternoon and tomorrow off seems like some kind of balance. Also, my air-conditioner is broken so my husband and I are fighting over possession of the tower fan. Anyway, long story short hearing the new Camp Cope track “How to Socialise & Make Friends” is just what I needed right now.

I love the heart of this band. They’re so good at speaking of life’s frustrations, yet expressing hope and defiance at it all. This track was recorded in just three takes, which gives it this delicious spontaneous energy.

“How to Socialise & Make Friends” is the title track from Camp Cope’s forthcoming album, due March 2. They’ll tour the album after its release, but if you haven’t got your tickets, good luck. Many shows are already sold out, and the rest are selling fast!

14 March 2018 – Republic Bar, Hobart
15 March 2018 – Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne (SOLD OUT)
16 March 2018 – – Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne (SOLD OUT)
17 March 2018 – Tivoli Theatre, Brisbane
20 March 2018 – Jive, Adelaide (SOLD OUT)
21 March 2018 – Basement, Canberra
22 March 2018 – Heritage Hotel, Bulli (SOLD OUT)
23 March 2018 – The Metro, Sydney (All Ages)

Photo credit: Naomi Beveridge; used with permission from Super Duper

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Too Many Zooz Announce They’ll Be Back in Oz

Quirky New York trio Too Many Zooz haven’t long wrapped up their first Aussie tour, but they’re keen to do it all again. Leo P, Matt Doe, and David “King of Sludge” Parks will bring their unique BrassHouse music back to Australia next month.

For a sign of what’s in store, check out this cover of TNT the band fittingly recorded in Melbourne’s AC/DC Lane. There’s more where that came from; join the party at the following Too Many Zooz shows.

16 February 2018 – Garden of Unearthly Delights, Adelaide
18 February 2018 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
19 February 2018 – Factory Theatre, Sydney
21 February 2018 – Perth Festival, Perth

Image used with permission from Minor Major

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Cog Release Long Awaited New Single, “The Middle”

Cog haven’t dropped any new music since the Sharing Space album in 2008, but fans have been rewarded for their patience with the release of their latest track, “The Middle.”

Don’t be fooled by its delicate folky intro. The Sydney trio haven’t forgotten how to rock. Once this track kicks in, there’s nothing left to do but enjoy the ride.

Cog will play shows to support the highly anticipated release of “The Middle” next month. Here are all the dates you need.

2 February 2018 – Chelsea Heights Hotel, Melbourne
3 February 2018 – Croxton Hotel, Melbourne
4 February 2018 – HQ Complex, Adelaide
9 February 2018 – Metro Theatre, Sydney
10 February 2018 – The Tivoli, Brisbane

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Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker Announce First Aussie Shows

British folk duo Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker have announced their maiden Australian visit on the back of the release of their new album Seedlings All. It’s a landmark release for the pair, their first album of entirely original material.

“For the first time I’m out there alone with a bunch of songs that expose my insecurities, fears of failure and inflated pride,” Josienne explained. “They deal with my own specific thoughts and feelings about the reality of pursuing this kind of career, the cost to personal relationships, circumstance and lifestyle, and asking the question – “Is this still worth it?” They’re about trying to find an inner balance in an environment that doesn’t provide any balance or certainty. Where one day everything is brilliant and the next day it could all be over. Where one night ends in a standing ovation and the next starts by playing to an empty room.”

The album features the gorgeous new single “Chicago,” about a night in the Windy City that was memorable for all the wrong reasons.

“We drove all day to get to Chicago, we got to our hotel on the outskirts of town and had five minutes to drop our bags and then get back in the car to drive another hour into the centre of Chicago to sound check. We did that, soundcheck went fine, but then NO ONE came to the gig. There was a support act that night who despite being local didn’t appear to have any friends,” she remembers. “It was one of those gigs where you wonder whether it’s even worth going on, but we’re sticklers for a contractual obligation, so we played. After our set one of the guys from the support band said to me that he thought an hour set of our music was “a bit long” because “it’s the kind of music you have to listen to and think about and it’s Saturday and no one wants to do that”. So I was sitting at the bar drinking my quadruple Bulliet bourbon thinking “fuck this, I’m not doing it anymore, the world is not made for my gift!” and then I realised that I was being a knob and that’s just how it is, we’re not the fucking Beatles and we have to start somewhere, we played to no one in the UK and we’d have to get used to it here too. So I wrote this song mainly to have a word with myself about not being a massive diva….”

Hopefully they have a better turn-out on their Aussie dates! Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker will play some of the country’s key folk festivals and a Melbourne show while they’re on Australian shores. Seedlings All hits stores on March 23.

10 & 11 March 2018 – Port Fairy Folk Festival, Port Fairy
14 March 2018 – Modern Folk from Britain at Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne
17 & 18 March 2018 – Blue Mountains Music Festival, Katoomba

Image used with permission from Remote Control

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The Gypsy Scholars’ Cold Hands Tour Kicks Off Tonight

It’s a big day for Canberra indie folk outfit The Gypsy Scholars. Their brand new single “Cold Hands” has just hit digital outlets and they’re wasting no time promoting it, kicking off their tour in Melbourne tonight.

“Cold Hands” showcases a more mature sound for the band, although they’ve sacrificed none of the quirkiness that has endeared them to fans around the country. The big chorus should see fans singing along at the following shows.

19 January 2018 – Bar 303, Melbourne
27 January 2018 – Ric’s Bar, Brisbane
2 February 2018 – The Lass O’Gowrie, Newcastle
9 February 2018 – Moonshine Bar @ The Steyne Hotel, Manly
10 February 2018 – Untapped Festival, Goldcreek
16 February 2018 – Australian National University O-Week, Canberra
24 February 2018 – The Polish Club, Canberra

Image used with permission from RISH Publicity

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Brilliant Benjamin Booker Announces Bluesfest Sideshows

I must admit, I meant to write about Benjamin Booker’s Bluesfest sideshows yesterday but I fell down the Spotify rabbit hole with his music instead. Writing about him fell low down my priority list as I relished the opportunity to listen to his gritty blend of soul and blues.

If you want to know what Benjamin is all about, wrap your ears around this live version of Witness, the title track from his 2017 album. A socially charged anthem exploring the racial tensions facing the United States, it’s just one of many wonderful tracks I listened to yesterday.

Whether you’re a fan or, like me, you’ve just discovered his brilliance, you won’t want to miss these shows. See him at Sydney’s Factory Theatre on March 29 or Melbourne’s Corner Hotel on March 31.

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Paddy McHugh Tackles Suicide In “Down to Sydney” Single

Paddy McHugh pulls no punches with his latest single “Down to Sydney.” From the first few lines you’re hooked, wondering where this hard-hitting country-rock track will take you.

“Suicide rates in Australia are high, too high, especially for young men in rural areas. ‘Down to Sydney’ is a story that has no doubt played out many times in every small town across the country,” Paddy explained. “In the song however, the protagonist finds another way out … I guess I want people to realise that there are alternatives and there is hope even in the most unlikely places.”

“Down to Sydney” comes from Paddy’s 2017 album City Bound Trains. His Down to Sydney tour kicks off tonight in Maitland and travels around New South Wales.

18 January 2018 – Junkyard Hotel, Maitland
19-21 January 2018 – Illawarra Folk Festival, Illawarra
21 January 2018 – Midnight Special Newtown
22 January 2018 – Americana in the Park, Tamworth
25 January 2018 – Cake & Cordial Sessions, Tamworth
26 January 2018 – DAG Sheepstation, Nundle

Image used with permission from Universal Music Australia

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Camp Cope Bust Glass Ceiling With Opera House Video for “The Opener”

After selling out two shows as part of Vivid LIVE, Melbourne’s Camp Cope returned to the Sydney Opera House to film the music video for their searing new single “The Opener.” The track is a passionate critique of the band’s experiences of being women trying to make their mark on the music industry.

Camp Cope continues to break down barriers, not just for their social commentary but also for their achievements. In filming their new clip they became the first punk band and first band with only female members to film a music video at the Sydney Opera House.

Camp Cope are touring the country in March to support the March 2 release of their album How to Socialise & Make Friends. With America’s Chastity Belt in support, tickets are selling fast. Limited tickets are still available for most shows, so get yours from your closest venue soon.

14 March 2018 – Republic Bar, Hobart
15 March 2018 – Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne
16 March 2018 – – Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne (SOLD OUT)
17 March 2018 – Tivoli Theatre, Brisbane
20 March 2018 – Jive, Adelaide (SOLD OUT)
21 March 2018 – Basement, Canberra
22 March 2018 – Heritage Hotel, Bulli
23 March 2018 – The Metro, Sydney (All Ages)

Image used with permission from Super Duper

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Thompson Springs Announces Australian Shows

Chicago band Thompson Springs are heading Down Under in the New Year to play a stack of shows in New South Wales, Victoria, and the ACT. That means there’s no better time than the present to get acquainted with their music.

On their recently released EP Fond Regards, the band explores the classic sounds of the ‘60s and ‘70s. There’s some trippy psychedelic stuff on here, but I prefer Thompson Springs best on folkier numbers like “Dandelion Queen.”

You can discover more when Thompson Springs touch down in Australia next month.
5 January 2018 – Rad Bar, Wollongong
6 January 2018 – The Phoenix, Canberra
10 January 2018 – Hamilton Station Hotel, Newcastle
18 January 2018 – The Old Bar, Fitzroy
24 January 2018 – Cafe Lounge, Surry Hills
25 January 2018 – Staves Brewery, Sydney
28 January 2018 – Upstairs at Fred’s @ Live n Lounging, Camden
3 February 2018 – Red Dog Sessions, Randwick
4 February 2018 – The Record Crate, Glebe
8 February 2018 – Frankie’s Pizza, Sydney
9 February 2018 – The Townie, Newtown

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Kitty, Daisy & Lewis Drop Christmas Clip Ahead of Aussie Tour

British siblings Kitty, Daisy & Lewis are getting fans into the festive spirit and excited about their upcoming Aussie tour with the release of the new video for single “Just One Kiss.” The simple clip sees the trio playing live at their home studio, which is appropriately decorated for the holidays.

This is a stripped back version of the track that appears on Kitty, Daisy & Lewis’ Superscope album, and I think I love it even more. It’s closer to how the track was originally conceived, with just Kitty singing and her guitar, before Lewis suggesting adding the piano and strings.

“The song’s about how a magic kiss can change your life,” the band said. “Kitty wrote it one night sitting in front of the fire playing guitar – perfect for all the lovers out there at Christmas time!”

Their Aussie tour is one for all the lovers too. It kicks off in Sydney on Valentine’s Day.

14 February 2018 – Factory Theatre, Sydney
15 February 2018 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
16 February 2018 – Perth Festival, Perth

Image used with permission from Inertia Music