Rapper Kid Mac has become an unlikely YouTube star with the release of his new music video for the single “Hear You Calling.” The song, which effortlessly blends urban influences and straight up rock, sees Kid Mac working with Mat McHugh from the Beautiful Girls.
The video has clocked up more than 200, 000 views over the last couple of days, something which is virtually unheard of for an independent artist. Then again, most indie acts don’t have Taj Burrows, Mick Fanning, and Russell Crowe singing their praises!
Now if only I had a pair of old school 3D glasses around!
Dan Kelly has utterly charmed me with his latest song, “Gap Year Blues.”
Perhaps it’s because I was separated from my now husband for a few years before he moved from America to be with me here in Oz, but this sweet folk ballad of long distance love really struck a chord.
The song is paired with a deliciously organic music video from Melbourne filmmaker Johann Rashid.
“Gap Year Blues” comes from Dan’s ARIA nominated album Dan Kelly’s Dream. Do you love it as much as I do?
David Guetta tends to work with big name acts like Rihanna and Kelly Rowland. So when he handpicks an Aussie girl for his next project, it’s pretty big news.
The lucky lady is Indigo, a Western Australian lass who’s just signed up with French indie dance label Summit. The deal will see her debut album The Colour of Dreams released through France, Spain, Switzerland, Australia, Belgium, and Italy later this year.
And then there’s the David Guetta connection. He’s remixed her song “She Knows Love,” and plans to release the tune later this year. We all know how everything Guetta touches turns to gold, so something tells me big things are in store for Indigo.
If celebrating the oft forgotten musical genre of pirate-rock wasn’t enough to set themselves apart, The Good Ship have decided to make an impact with a big double single. The band is celebrating the release of the double A-sider “Bury Me/I Can Make Her Laugh” with an Aussie tour.
If you love a good sea shanty with questionable lyrics, this is your kind of tour. If you’re still not convinced, feast your eyes on this awesome animated music video for “Bury Me.” It’s probably better that I show you this than the one for “I Can Make Her Laugh” with the bondage mistresses!
You can catch those lovable rogues from The Good Ship at the following shows.
19 March 2011 – Pacific Hotel, Yamba
20 March 2011 – Treehouse on Belongil, Byron Bay
25 March 2011 – Brisbane Hotel, Hobart
26 March 2011 – The Hub, Launceston
1 April 2011 – Ruby’s Lounge, Melbourne
2 April 2011 – The Evelyn, Melbourne
9 April 2011 – Joe’s Waterhole, Eumundi
10 April 2011 – Rics Bar, Brisbane
17 April 2011 – Peregian Originals, Peregian Beach
30 April 2011 – The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide
7 May 2011 – Royal Mail Hotel, Goodna (3pm show)
7 May 2011 – The Joynt, South Brisbane (8 pm show)
20 May 2011 – The Great Northern, Newcastle
21 May 2011 – The Vanguard, Sydney
27 May 2011 – The Loft, Gold Coast
Brisbane act MofoIsDead has really impressed me with their debut single “Love Me.” It’s got some blistering guitars, an epic chorus, and some impressive rock vocals from lead singer Paul Galagher. As an added bonus, the video has cats. That’s always going to win me over.
The tune comes from the band’s debut album Nubile, which has been independently produced and released. I always appreciate a band that’s producing great music entirely under their own steam.
MofoIsDead are planning to tour the east coast late in May, so make sure you look out for them on the road!
It’s Valentine’s Day folks, that time of year where the world gets a little bit sappier. I must admit, I’m not immune to this Hallmark holiday. We reject the way restaurants jack up their prices, so I’m preparing to spend the afternoon whipping up a three-course meal. Yep, entrée, main, and even dessert. I have no sweet tooth, yet I’m getting set to create something sugary just for him. If that doesn’t say “I love you,” I don’t know what does.
Given that love is in the air I figured I’d post an Aussie song with a bit of personal meaning for me, “You’re My Better Half” by Keith Urban. We actually cut the cake at our wedding to this song nearly five years ago. We’ve all heard that phrase “better half,” but unless you’ve really been in a good relationship you can’t fully understand what it means. I don’t buy into that idea of a person completing you, but I do think the right one can bring out your very best qualities. People who know me say I’ve blossomed since meeting my husband; I’m more confident and outgoing and generally happier. I like to think I’ve been just as much of an asset to him!
So to my husband Steve, you are my better half. You know how much I love you, but on days like this I get a license to make the public declarations. Here’s to many more Valentine’s Day together!
I don’t normally write about movies here, but I’m pretty excited about Griff the Invisible. It’s a sweet little Aussie film, with a solid romance to keep me happy and super hero themes for the lads. It’s already being described as “Kick Ass meets Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” which sounds pretty brilliant in my opinion. What a great contrast to all those glossy, action packed, and ultimately unsatisfying Hollywood comic remakes! Here’s the trailer for the movie, starring local boy made good Ryan Kwanten, for your viewing pleasure!
Griff the Invisible is hitting theatres on March 17, but before that we’ll get the first song from the soundtrack penned by our own Kids at Risk. The track called “Doing the Best That We Can” hits the web on March 4. With the band described as being a mix of pop, punk, and indie sounds I’m looking forward to hearing the song!
You can follow Kids at Risk on their own adventures to film premieres and the like at the brand new blog. Check it out at the Kids at Risk website!
When I posted Barry Southgate’s new song “Don’t You Think?” you all made it very clear that you liked what you heard. So I figured it was only fair that I gave you a little more of the man himself as we head towards the release of his debut EP Epitome.
This video takes you behind the scenes of the EP’s artwork shoot. The man behind the camera is Steven Taylor, who’s also worked with Bruno Mars, Ne-Yo, and John Mayer. Clearly he knows his stuff.
Make sure you watch it right through to the end to hear a little snippet of the EP!
Red Remedy may be one of Sydney’s best kept secrets.
This hard-rocking act almost packed out the iconic Annandale Hotel when they released their debut EP Oblivion late last year. Their single “The Fray” got a few airings on Rage, and was also heavily supported by local community radio.
The only question I’m asking is why these guys haven’t exploded in a major way. Their stuff is gutsy and anthemic. It rocks really hard, but the melodic undertones ensure the tunes stay accessible.
Sydneysiders looking to discover this amazing talent in their own backyard can see these guys live at The Excelsior Hotel on February 19 and the St. James Hotel on April 2. Hopefully Red Remedy get some gigs in the rest of the country soon. They’re too good to stay a secret for long.
There must be something in the water this week. Hot on the heels of the announcement of Yves Klein Blue’s split comes word that Capital City are also calling it quits. After ten years, two albums, two EPs, and five drummers the Perth outfit has decided to call it a day. This video, for the band’s song “Let’s Throw Our Love Away,” is something to remember them by.
Capital City won’t leave us hanging though. They’ll say goodbye to all their fans with one final show at the Rosemount Hotel on March 5. Tickets go on sale today from Heatseeker, Planet Video, and Mills Record.
Fans will want to take a few extra dollars to the show. Capital City will offload all their remaining merchandise on the night, so you’re bound to get a bargain!