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Camp Cope Tour Debut Album

With their self-titled debut currently in stores and an album launch tour on the way, there’s no better time to discover the music of Camp Cope.

This Melbourne act is everything punk music should be: angry, opinionated, with an authentic voice an Aussie listening audience can really relate to. It’s also so refreshing to hear a female voice; the fairer sex is certainly underrepresented in the genre.

You can hear all the things I love about the band in the album’s lead single, “Jet Fuel Can’t Melt Steel Beams.” Make sure you tune in to the insightful lyrics; they’re so important.

Tickets for the Melbourne show are available from the hotel; all others you can get on the door before the gigs.

13 May 2016 – John Curtin Hotel, Melbourne
14 May 2016 – Crown & Anchor, Adelaide
20 May 2016 – Black Wire Records, Sydney
21 May 2016 – Janes, Wollongong
28 May 2016 – Crowbar, Brisbane

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RÜFÜS Album Tour Approaching

We’re only four months in, but already 2016 is shaping up to a be a big year for RÜFÜS. Bloom topped the ARIA charts in January, kicking Adele off her perch, the singles “You Were Right” and “Like an Animal” were both in the top third of the triple j Hottest 100, and they’ve been selling out shows across Europe, the UK, and North America.

But it’s all been building to this, the start of their national Bloom tour.

“When we approach the live show I think a really exciting thing for us is to re-imagine the songs and try to bring a new dimension and new journey to our music. A big part of what we do whether it be writing a record or performing it live, is that sense of progression and that sense of tension and release,” drummer James Hunt explained. “We’ve been absorbing so much live music lately so there are a million little things we want to try.”

Some shows are sold out, but if you’re quick you should be able to get yourself to one of these gigs.

29 April 2016 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
30 April 2016 – Red Hill Auditorium, Perth
4 May 2016 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
5 May 2016 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (SOLD OUT)
6 May 2016 – Festival Hall, Melbourne (SOLD OUT)
7 May 2016 – Odeon Theatre, Hobart (SOLD OUT)
12 May 2016 – Festival Hall, Melbourne
14 May 2016 – River Stage, Brisbane

Image used with permission from On the Map PR

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Ben Abraham Ready for Album Tour

“Speak” was the song that first introduced me to the beautiful music of Ben Abraham, so I’m thrilled to hear it’s got an official release. It seems I’m not the only one in love with this delicate folk track, because Ben says it’s also his favourite song from his debut album Sirens.

“The story of a writer wrestling with his muse felt like a more mature subject matter than some of the earlier work I had done,” he explained. “It’s also the perfect showcase of Jono [Steer] and Leigh [Fisher]’s production. I asked Wally De Backer [Gotye] to help me record the vocals on this particular song because I knew he would help me find the best way to tell the story through my performance. I’m really proud of the work we all did.”

With Sirens now in stores and a brand new single release, it’s the perfect time for Ben to hit the road and take his music to the people. You can catch him at the following venues over the coming weeks.

16 March 2016 – Fremantle Arts Centre, Perth (with Calexico)
17 March 2016 – Grace Emily, Adelaide
20 March 2016 – Howler, Melbourne
2 April 2016 – Junk Bar, Brisbane (matinee @ 3:30 pm; night show @ 7:30 pm)
3 April 2016 – Vanguard, Sydney

Image used with permission from Inertia Music

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Liam Gerner Tours Australia

After making a splash at the Woodford Folk Festival, South Australian-born world traveller Liam Garner is returning home for a string of shows right across the country. This is the first time he’s toured Australia since he supported Paolo Nutini last year, and his first local headlining tour in ages.

Liam promises to share old and new songs at the shows, including the incredible “Hank and Tammy.” Take a listen and tell me that you don’t want a ticket to these shows.

Tickets are on sale now for the following gigs.

18 February 2016 – Brisbane Hotel, Hobart
19 February 2016 – Royal Oak Hotel, Launceston
3 March 2016 – Four5Nine, Perth
4-6 March 2016 – Nannup Music Festival, Nannup
9 March 2016 – Ararat Live, Ararat
11 March 2016 – Billy Roy Blues, Bendigo
16 March 2016 – Petersham Bowling Club, Sydney
17 March 2016 – The Stag, Newcastle
18 March 2016 – Flow Bar, Old Bar
20 March 2016 – Leftys Old Time Music Hall, Brisbane
8 April 2016 – The Wheatsheaf, Adelaide (with Tim Moore)
15 April 2016 – Spotted Mallard, Melbourne

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Fun Lovin’ Criminals Head to Australia for Album Anniversary

Fun Lovin’ Criminals are the latest band to head Down Under for a nostalgia tour. The New Yorkers who rose to prominence with their single “Scooby Snacks” are heading our way to promote the 20 year anniversary of their album Come Find Yourself.

Huey Morgan, Brian Leiser, and Frank Benbini promise to play the album live in its entirety for the first time since its release. The album was revolutionary for the way it melded genres including rock, blues, hip hop, jazz, funk, and soul.

“Our debut album burned a path for crossing genres that we now take for granted,” Huey Morgan said in a press release. “The music is now part of our collective lexicon and we are very proud to be able to play it live and share our love of diversity which we have always, as a band, championed.”

Tickets are on sale now from Oztix for the following shows.

30 September 2016 – Big Top, Sydney
1 October 2016 – Eatons Hill, Brisbane
2 October 2016 – 170 Russell, Melbourne
4 October 2016 – HQ, Adelaide
5 October 2016 – Metropolis, Fremantle

Image used with permission from SCG Media

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Prince Announces A Piano and a Microphone Australian Tour Dates

Yesterday was a pretty exciting day on the concert front for me. Not only did Rob Thomas add an intimate show at the State Theatre to his tour (!!!!), but Prince announced he’d bring his A Piano and a Microphone tour to Australia THIS MONTH. Talk about springing things on us oh Purple One.

Now I don’t know about you, but my calendar was already looking pretty full. I was convinced I’d miss out because his shows would clash with others I have booked. But this morning we have dates, and remarkably Prince has picked a weekend I’m free. To get the chance to see Prince playing hits, rarities, and covers in such an intimate setting, in such an intimate way is bound to be truly special. I loved his big bold show in 2012, but I am so excited to see Prince in a different mode.

Tickets will go on sale at noon February 9 for these once in a lifetime shows.

16 & 17 February 2016 – State Theatre, Melbourne
20 February 2016 – Opera House, Sydney
21 February 2016 – State Theatre, Sydney

Image source: JoeLodge @ Flickr

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The McClymonts Celebrate 10 Years of Hits

They look like they’ve barely aged a day, but The McClymonts are ready to celebrate a decade of great music with their 10 Years of Hits tour. The country sisters will hit the road this July and August to celebrate the milestone with their fans.

After the last decade, Brooke Sam, and Mollie have recorded 19 charting singles from a range of gold albums, earned multiple awards, and sold out shows here and in the United States.

Relive all those hits at the following shows.

22 July 2016 – Palms at Crown, Melbourne
23 July 2016 – Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo
29 July 2016 – Rooty Hill RSL, Rooty Hill
30 July 2016 – The Vikings Club, Canberra
5 August 2016 – Saraton Theatre, Grafton
6 August 2016 – Wests New Lambton, Newcastle
19 August 2016 – Dubbo RSL, Dubbo
20 August 2016 – The Cube, Campbelltown
26 August 2016 – Twin Towns, Tweed Heads
27 August 2016 – Gympie Muster, Gympie

Image used with permission from Revolutions per Minute

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Mia Dyson Comes Home for EP Tour

Mia Dyson is one of those musicians that never seems to put a foot wrong. She’s done it again with her latest single “Tearing Up the Lawn,” a gutsy rock track from her EP Right There, which drops on February 19. The EP features songs Mia wrote with her husband over the last 18 months.

“My husband Karl and I have been writing together for over a year, since I put one of his poems to music,’ she explained. “We loved the process so much that the entire EP was written together.”

Mia splits her time between Australia and the United States, but she’ll be back on home soil in March to support the EP’s release.

“This will be my first headline tour in more than a year at home so I’m really excited to be returning, especially with some new songs in tow which I’m super proud of,” she said in a press release. “’Tearing Up the Lawn’ got an amazing response when we dropped it for the Waifs shows last year and I can’t wait for everyone to hear the rest of the EP.”

You can hear the EP’s songs live at the following shows.

9 March 2016 – Lizottes, Newcastle
10 March 2016 – Newtown Social Club, Sydney
11 March 2016 – Old Hepburn Hotel, Hepburn Springs
12 & 13 March 2016 – Port Fairy Folk Festival, Port Fairy
16 March 2016 – Mojos, Fremantle
17 March 2016 – Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane
18 March 2016 – Estonia Brunswick, Melbourne
19 March 2016 – Forth Valley Blues Festival, Forth Worth
20 March 2016 – Glenmaggie Blues & Roots, Glenmaggie

Image used with permission from SGC Media

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Josh Pyke Tours Latest Album

The always reliable Josh Pyke is hitting the road this summer to promote his excellent fifth album But For All These Shrinking Hearts.

Unless you were one of the lucky fans at Josh’s Fans First shows, this will be your first chance to hear the new material up close and personal. A couple of zoo shows and beautiful theatre dates will ensure these will be some very special concerts.

“I’m extremely excited to share this tour news with you!,” Josh said in a press release. “It’s been ages since I’ve done a full band tour, but it’s all happening next year, and I’ve tried to make as many shows ‘All Ages’ as possible.”

Tickets are on sale now for the following shows.

29 January 2016 – Twilight at Taronga, Sydney (ALL AGES)
30 January 2016 – Canberra Theatre Playhouse, Canberra (ALL AGES)
4 February 2016 – Studio 56 @ Miami Marketta, Gold Coast
5 February 2016 – The Triffid, Brisbane
6 February 2016 – Star Court Theatre, Lismore (ALL AGES)
12 February 2016 – Melbourne Zoo Twilights, Melbourne (ALL AGES)
13 February 2016 – The Wool Exchange, Geelong
19 February 2016 – Her Majesty’s Theatre, Adelaide (ALL AGES)
20 February 2016 – Astor Theatre, Perth (Under 18s permitted with parent or guardian)

Image used with permission from On the Map PR

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Rob Thomas Tour On Sale Soon

I’ve been bouncing off the walls this week with the news that Rob Thomas is finally touring this country again. It’s been too many years since he was here with Matchbox Twenty, and even longer since we were treated to solo shows. But finally, fans like me have some dates to start looking forward to.

Rob’s heading our way to promote The Great Unknown, a fantastic album that really should have lingered longer in the charts. Hopefully his recent promo tour can put it back in the top 50, because it really deserves to be heard. I’ve been playing it most days since its release and while my husband’s probably over it, I’m still not sick of it.

Rob seems to love a winery as much as I do, so there are a few winery shows as with his tours in the past. He’s playing traditional entertainment centres as well, but the real pick of them is bound to be his show on the steps of the Opera House. During his promo tour this week I’ve heard him talking about the fond memories he has of that Crowded House farewell show on the steps, and how consequently that gig has some real significance for him. I wouldn’t be surprised if we hear a Crowded House cover on the night.

As a member of the fan club, I’ve already got my tickets, but there’s a Live Nation presale on November 23 ahead of the general sale on November 25. To get you in the mood, here’s the charming video for his new clip “Hold On Forever.”

20 February 2016 – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
22 February 2016 – Royal Theatre, Canberra
24 February 2016 – ‘On The Steps’ Sydney Opera House Forecourt, Sydney
27 February 2016 – Hope Estate Winery, Hunter Valley
28 February 2016 – Sirromet Wines, Mt Cotton
2 March 2016 – Kings Park & Botanic Garden, Perth
5 March 2016 – Rochford Wines, Yarra Valley
6 March 2016 – Clipsal 500, Adelaide