As I spend my last full day in Adelaide, I figured it was time to go back in the vault again. I’ve done Chisel, so there seemed like just one obvious choice: The Angels. Doc Neeson and the boys had so many hits, but I think my favourite has to be “No Secrets.” Long before I really understood the words I was singing them loudly; I’m not sure whether that’s a good or a bad thing!
Category: Film Clips
Congratulations to Luke and Kate!
My apologies to Guy Sebastian. I’m sure this Adelaide resident would rather forget his first single, and that electrified hair. But this song does have some beautiful words, and on this day where I’m witnessing the wedding of my friends Kate and Luke it struck a nerve. Planes probably brought them to Adelaide rather than angels, but the sentiment remains the same. May they have a lifetime of wedded bliss ahead of them!
“Gravity” – The Superjesus
“Gravity” by The Superjesus is one of those tracks that takes me back to my angry early twenties. It seems a lifetime ago looking back, but then the crunchy guitar chords and strong vocals of Sarah McLeod definitely hit a nerve. And if I’m honest with you, they still do! Listening to this song it’s hard to believe it’s more than a decade old; how time flies!
“Paradise City” – The Audreys
Today I’m setting out and exploring the McLaren Vale. I promise that despite the track I posted yesterday, the wine won’t be “cheap.” I figured such an indulgent day deserved a song that was slow and sensual. Enter “Paradise City” by The Audreys. Enjoy it, but don’t go expecting anything like The Gunners!
I’m Adelaide Bound!
Today I’m getting on a plane bound for Adelaide and taking a very well earned holiday. I could leave you all to your own devices, but I’d much rather give you something to look at while I’m gone. Keeping up with news was always going to be impossible, so I figured I’d treat you to some of my favourite music videos from Adelaide artists. The city is a wealth of musical talent after all, so sit back and enjoy the tunes!
I had to kick off with my favourite Adelaide act, Cold Chisel. There are so many tunes I could have picked here, but I settled on “Cheap Wine.” This was actually the track I fell in love with first. My sister and I got a real kick out of singing about booze as youngsters. Fun fact; it was actually released the year that I was born, yet it still sounds fresh as a daisy.
Chaingang Take Us On a Holiday
It’s not entirely coincidental that I’m posting the video for “Holiday” from Sydney’s Chaingang today. Tomorrow I’m jetting off for a well-earned break, but rest assured I’ll leave plenty of goodies for you to browse while I’m gone.
At any rate, when this song passed my desk the timing seemed too fortuitous to ignore. This is a far cry from Madonna’s poppy “Holiday.” Chaingang’s version is much dirtier, in more ways than one! I love the sexy rock notes of this, not to mention all that milk and tomato sauce in the music video! This is really fun stuff, as any good holiday should be!
New Song Obsession: “Hold On, I’m Coming On” by Dan Kelly
Gee those Kellys are a talented lot. Dan Kelly, nephew of Paul, has stepped away from his Alpha Males band mates to record his new album Dream. The solo disc features the track “Hold On, I’m Coming On” which is a great slice of cruisy summery pop-rock. This is the kind of tune that lodges itself in your brain, but you don’t really mind because it’s so much fun. The film clip is pretty cool too, with its retro Super 8 camera work. Check it out! And if you like what you hear, make sure you see Dan doing his thing live at the following shows.
18 September 2010 – Republic Bar & Café, Hobart
24 September 2010 – Rosemount Hotel, North Perth
25 September 2010 – Wave Rock Weekender, Hyden
26 September 2010 – Mojo’s Bar, Fremantle
1 October 2010 – Edinburgh Castle Hotel, Adelaide
7 October 2010 – The Maram, Canberra
8 October 2010 – Northern Star, Newcastle
9 October 2010 – Annandale Hotel, Sydney
15 October 2010 – Karova Lounge, Ballarat
16 October 2010 – The Loft, Warnambool
Mushu Release Video for “Neap Tide”
You might remember me gushing about Mushu when I reviewed their self-titled EP a couple of months ago. If you wanted to see what all the fuss was about, feast your eyes on this gorgeous music video for their track “Neap Tide.” It’s suitably atmospheric and chilled, and has me craving summer. Great stuff!
“Hit the Bottom” with Lucy’s Crown
I always admire a band that shows some real ambition. And ambitious is the only word that springs to mind on viewing the video for “Hit the Bottom,” the new song from Melbourne indie act Lucy’s Crown.
I’m still trying to work out if I like it, but I know there are certainly parts that resonate. Cowboys, muscle cars, and straightjackets are always winners (unless you happen to be wearing one of the white suits I suppose), and I love the Tori Amos-esque harpsichord interlude in the song. But just like anything that’s a bit left of centre and surreal, it’s not going to please everybody.
But it probably will challenge you, and for that reason alone I think it’s worth a look. So check it out and tell me, what do you think? I think it’s going to take a couple more viewings before I understand it all, and even then I’m not sure!