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Alex Lloyd Announces First Aussie Tour in Five Years

When he released his single “Better the Less You Know,” Alex Lloyd said he’d hit the road soon, and now he’s making good on that promise. Next month Alex will launch his first national tour in five years to support his recently released album Urban Wilderness.

“It’s been so long since I’ve toured Australia with a full band,” Alex admitted. “I’m really looking forward to playing some tracks from my new album Urban Wilderness and of course some of the old favourites.”

Alex and his full band will play the following dates through November and December. Central Coast folksters The Young Lions will ably support Alex at all shows.

13 November 2013 – Entrance Leagues Club, The Entrance
14 November 2013 – Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
15 November 2013 – Yamba Bowling Club, Yamba
16 November 2013 – Springwood Hotel, Brisbane
17 November 2013 – Lismore Workers Club, Lismore
21 November 2013 – The Studio, Sydney Opera House
22 November 2013 – The Whitlam Room, Revesby Workers Club
23 November 2013 – The Small Ballroom, Newcastle
24 November 2013 – Hornsby RSL, Hornsby
28 November 2013 – Wellers, Kangaroo Ground
29 November 2013 – The Kelvin Club, Melbourne
30 November 2013 – Ferntree Gully Hotel, Ferntree Gully
1 December 2013 – Thornbury Theatre, Thornbury

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Mia Dyson, Liz Stringer, and Jen Cloher Tour Oz Together

Mia Dyson, Liz Stringer, and Jen Cloher — three of Australia’s brightest female talents — will hit the road together for a massive national tour next month.

Mia’s continuing to ride the wave of success that’s followed the release of her 2012 album The Moment, Liz has just returned from Europe where she toured her album Warm in the Darkness, and Jen is fresh from the release of her third album In Blood Memory.

The women will play their own songs and a few surprising, supporting one another on stage in a truly collaborative event. There are plenty of shows in capital cities and regional centres, so no one need miss out!

24 October 2013 – Spotted Cow, Toowoomba
25 October 2013 – The Sound Lounge, Currumbin
26 October 2013 – Judith Wright Centre, Brisbane
27 October 2013 – Woombye Pub, Eumundi
31 October 2013 – Byron Bay Brewery, Byron Bay
1 November 2013 – Panthers, Port Macquarie
2 November 2013 – Lizotte’s, Newcastle
3 November 2013 – Lizotte’s, Kincumber
5 November 2013 – Brass Monkey, Cronulla
6 November 2013 – Clarendon Guest House, Katoomba
7 November 2013 – Lizotte’s, Dee Why
8 November 2013 – Factory Theatre, Sydney
9 November 2013 – Heritage Hotel, Bulli
10 November 2013 – The Abbey, Canberra
13 November 2013 – Ararat Hotel, Red Room Ararat
14 November 2013 – Caravan Music Club, Oakleigh
15 November 2013 – Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
16 November 2013 – Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne
17 November 2013 – Beav’s Bar, Geelong
22 November 2013 – Balnarring Community Hall, Balnarring
23 November 2013 – Butter Factory, Mornington
27 November 2013 – Red Hot, Devonport
28 November 2013 – Grand Poobah, Hobart
29 November 2013 – Barossa Regional Gallery, Tanunda (Candleight Concert)
30 November 2013 – Wheatsheaf Hotel, Adelaide (Matinee & Evening show)
1 December 2013 – Singing Gallery, McLaren Vale
5 December 2013 – Fremantle Arts Centre (Inner Courtyard), Fremantle
6 December 2013 – The Bakery, Perth
7 December 2013 – Quindanning Inne, Quindanning

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Ngaiire Tours Lamentations Album

If you felt short-changed that Ngaiire launched her most recent single “Around” in just two cities, then you’re in luck. The up-and-coming soul goddess has announced a much more extensive tour to celebrate the July release of her debut album Lamentations.

Ngaiire’s fast earning a reputation as a must-see live act, with her stunning costuming and evocative delivery acting as the perfect foil to her soulful tunes.

She won’t be playing such intimate venues for ever, so make sure you see her there while you can.

12 September 2013 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
14 September 2013 – Republic Bar, Hobart
19 September 2013 – Transit Bar, Canberra
20 September 2013 – Baha Tacos, Rye
21 September 2013 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne
27 September 2013 – The Small Ballroom, Newcastle
28 September 2013 – Heritage Hotel, Bulli
3 October 2013 – Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre, Brisbane
4 October 2013 – Solbar, Sunshine Coast
5 October 2013 – The Northern Hotel, Byron Bay (FREE)
12 October 2013 – Jive, Adelaide

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Twelve Foot Ninja Launch “Shuriken” with Aussie Shows

Twelve Foot Ninja might be preparing to conquer the world, but they’ve got time to rock Australia before they go. They’ll play a string of local shows to support the release of their epic genre-bending new single “Shuriken”.

The accompanying music video shows Twelve Foot Ninja doing what they do best. It acts as a kind of tour postcard, documenting their life on the road over the last twelve months.

Capital city shows sold out last time Twelve Foot Ninja headlined a local tour, so don’t wait too long to get your tickets. North American dates will be announced shortly.

30 August 2013 – Ferntree Gully Hotel, Ferntree Gully
5 September 2013 – Coffs Hotel, Coffs Harbour
6 September 2013 – Tempo Hotel, Brisbane
7 September 2013 – Parkwood Tavern, Gold Coast
12 September 2013 – Zierholz UC, Canberra
13 September 2013 – Waves, Wollongong
14 September 2013 – Manning Bar, Sydney
19 September 2013 – Small Ballroom, Newcastle
20 September 2013 – Entrance Leagues, The Entrance
21 September 2013 – Mona Vale Hotel, Mona Vale
26 September 2013 – Prince of Wales, Bunbury
27 September 2013 – Rosemount Hotel, Perth
4 October 2013 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
5 October 2013 – Fowlers Live, Adelaide
9 October 2013 – K17, Berlin
10 October 2013 – Headcrash, Hamburg
11 October 2013 – Camden Barfly, London
12 October 2013 – Euroblast, Cologne

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Jinja Safari Tour “Dozer”

Jinja Safari inject a little African flavour into your working week with their funky new single “Dozer”. The track comes from Jinja Safari’s self-titled debut album, which was released in May.

Jinja Safari are celebrating the release of this very funky single with their largest national tour to date. With so many shows, I’m sure they’re coming somewhere near you!

11 September 2013 – Woombye Pub, Sunshine Coast
12 September 2013 – Spotted Cow, Toowoomba
13 Sept 2013 – The Hi-Fi, Brisbane
14 September 2013 – Coolangatta Hotel, Gold Coast
18 September 2013 – ANU, Canberra
19 September 2013 – Uni Bar, Wollongong
20 September 2013 – Cambridge, Newcastle
21 September 2013 – The Metro, Sydney (ALL AGES)
25 September 2013 – Loft, Warrnambool
26 September 2013 – Barwon Club, Geelong
27 September 2013 – Forum, Melbourne
28 September 2013 – Karova, Ballarat
3 October 2013 – Adelaide Uni Bar, Adelaide
4 October 2013 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
5 October 2013 – The Astor, Perth (ALL AGES)
6 October 2013 – Prince Of Wales, Bunbury

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The Basics Announce Reunion Shows

If you thought the rise of Gotye spelled the end of The Basics, you’re in luck. Gotye’s back working with Tim and Kris, and the Melbourne trio are preparing to play a string of shows to celebrate.

The tour will promote the best of album Ingredients and the rarities disc Leftovers, both released earlier this year. But really we all know it’s just an excuse to have a good time with a Melbourne act we all thought we’d seen the last of.

“I think of this tour and every possibility that might come out of it as a sign from on high,” explained Kris Basic. “The break has been very healthy for us (aside from the actual near-death experiences) – a good bit of time to focus on ourselves, build on our strengths and see this band of ours from the outside. Talking to Tim and Wally lately, it’s evident how this new perspective has got us all excited about where we might go next.”

But before that next chapter, it’s time to reminisce about the music that was at the following shows.

12 September 2013 – The Spiegeltent, Brisbane
21 September 2013 – Republic Bar, Hobart
26 September 2013 – Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
27 & Saturday 28 September – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne
3 October 2013 – Transit Bar, Canberra
4 October 2013 – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney
6 October 2013 – Caloundra Music Festival, Caloundra

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Gomez’s Ben Ottewell (Finally) Tours Solo Album

Ben Ottewell will leave his Gomez bandmates behind next month when he embarks on an Australian solo tour. Ben will treat fans to tracks from his 2011 solo album Shapes and Shadows and favourites from the Gomez back catalogue.

As if Ben’s spine-tingling voice wasn’t enough to sucker you in, the venues are stellar. Each one is intimate, all the better for showcasing Ben’s incredible songwriting talent. As an extra drawcard, Melbourne bluesy multi-instrumentalist Matt Walker will serve as the support on all but the Western Australian show.

This video of Ben performing his album’s title track acoustically on Billboard Live Studio Sessions should get you in the mood for the following shows!

26 June 2013 – Mojo’s, Freemantle
27 June 2013 – Grace Emily, Adelaide
28 June 2013 – The Substation, Newport
29 & 30 June 2013 – The Workers Club, Fitzroy
4 July 2013 – The Barwon Club, Geelong
5 July 2013 – Theatre Royal Castlemaine
7 July 2013 – Lizotte’s, Dee Why
10 July 2013 – Lizotte’s, Newcastle
11 July 2013 – The Basement, Sydney
12 July 2013 – Lizotte’s, Kincumber
13 July 2013 – Brass Monkey, Cronulla
14 July 2013 – Old Museum, Brisbane

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Airbourne Announce Teaser Tour for Black Dog Barking

With their new album Black Dog Barking in stores, Airbourne are preparing to return home for a string of shows.

The Aussie expats should be in fine form when they reach our shores as they’ve scored slots at major European summer festivals including Rock im Park, Rock Am Ring, Metalfest, and Sonisphere. They’ll also play at the United Kingdom’s Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards, where they’re nominated for best live bands.

Airbourne will kick off their Aussie tour in their hometown of Warrnambool before they head up the East Coast. Plenty of Aussie states are missing out at this point, but as this is being called a teaser tour hopefully fans around the rest of the nation will be able to see Airbourne soon.

19 July 2013 – Whalers Hotel, Warrnambool
20 July 2013 – Corner Hotel, Richmond
26 July 2013 – ANU Bar, Canberra
27 July 2013 – HiFi Sydney
28 July 2013 – Splendour in the Grass, Byron Bay

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Todd Rundgren Ready to Rock Oz

Legendary guitarist, songwriter, and producer Todd Rundgren will celebrate four decades of hits with a string of shows in Australia this winter.

As well as honouring his extensive back catalogue, Todd will also introduce fans to his latest work State, which will hit stores in May. This is Todd’s 24th solo album, and it proves he’s not fading away.

Todd’s assembled a stellar collection of musicians to join him on stage including keyboardist John Ferenzik (Jefferson Starship), guitarist Jesse Gree, drummer Prarie Prince (Jefferson Starship, The New Cars), and bassist Kasim Sultan (Blue Oyster Cult, Utopia). Enjoy a night of true musicianship at the following shows.

17 July 2013 – The Gov, Adelaide
19 July 2013 – Chelsea Heights Hotel, Chelsea Heights
20 July 2013 – Ferntree Gully Hotel, Ferntree Hotel
21 July 2013 – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
23 July 2013 – Lizotte’s, Newcastle
25 July 2013 – Bridge Hotel, Balmain
26 July 2013 – Whitlam Theatre @ Revesby Workers, Revesby
27 July 2013 – Twin Towns Services Club, Tweed Heads

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Kate Miller-Heidke Plays Churches & Regional Theatres

Kate Miller-Heidke is preparing to travel around Australia in her most extensive tour since 2009. The shows will see Kate playing tracks from her most recent album Nightflight as well as everyone’s old favourites.

Music lovers in the capital cities are in for a real treat as Kate will play churches and cathedrals as part of the Heavenly Sounds initiative. These intimate venues lend themselves to stripped back performances, so it’s exciting to hear Kate’s ditching a full band for shows with her long-time collaborator Keir Nuttall.

“I’m very much looking forward to being a part of Heavenly Sounds. It’s such a beautiful concept,” said Kate. “I haven’t sung in a church since high school, but they do tend to have very gorgeous voice-friendly acoustics.”

Fans in the regional centres aren’t missing out too much though. The venues aren’t quite as cool, but they’re still small and intimate. Kate is also visiting many towns she hasn’t played in for years.

“Of course I love playing in the capital cities, but there is something very special about the audiences in regional areas. It has been more than three years since my last big regional tour, so this one is long overdue,” Kate said. “These fans are hugely important to me, and I can’t wait to see them!”

Tickets are on sale now for the following shows.

26 May 2013 – Star Court Theatre, Lismore
28 May 2013 – St John’s Cathedral, Brisbane
30 May 2013 – Empire Church Theathre, Toowoomba
31 May 2013 – Gold Coast Arts Centre Theatre, Gold Coast
1 June 2013 – Caloundra RSL, Caloundra
5 June 2013 – St Joseph’s Subiaco, Perth
6 June 2013 – Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, Mandurah
7 June 2013 – Albany Entertainment Centre, Albany
8 June 2013 – Margaret River Cultural Centre, Margaret River
11 June 2013 – Mildura Arts Centre, Mildura
12 June 2013 – Chaffey Theatre, Renmark
14 June 2013 – Flinders Street Baptist Church, Adelaide
15 June 2013 – Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, Mt Gambier
16 June 2013 – Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool
18 June 2013 – GPAC Drama Theatre, Geelong
21 June 2013 – St Michael’s Church, Melbourne
22 June 2013 – The Capital, Bendigo
23 June 2013 – Westside Performing Arts Centre, Shepparton
25 & 26 June 2013 – Street Theatre, Canberra
27 June 2013 – St Stephen’s Uniting Church, Sydney
28 June 2013 – Newcastle City Hall, Newcastle
29 June 2013 – Manning Entertainment Centre, Taree

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