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September 1st 2010 06:59

POWDERFINGER
Last Ever Performance Available Exclusively on iTunes

Today pre-orders of Powderfinger’s last ever performance are available exclusively on the Australian iTunes store.

The live recording of their final show on 13 November at the Riverstage in Brisbane, will be available on iTunes approximately twelve hours after the curtain drops on the bands remarkable career.

Over 290,000 tickets have already been sold across 35 shows in 21 different cities on the colossal tour, resulting in a whopping 24 sold out dates so far! With only a handful of shows around the country still having tickets available, it seems that many unlucky fans missed out on their opportunity to farewell this iconic Aussie band. But while the sun is indeed setting, there are still a few rays of sunshine on the horizon. Powderfinger has recently released additional tickets to their sold out shows at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne (10 & 11 September) and Supreme Court Gardens, Perth (22 & 23 September). The ‘Sunsets Tour’ kicks off in Newcastle today.

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POWDERFINGER
Pre-order the final show at www.itunes.com.au/powderfinger now!

SUNSETS TOUR

September 1st - Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Newcastle (SOLD OUT)

September 3rd - Gold Coast Convention Centre, Gold Coast (SOLD OUT)

September 4th - Riverstage, Brisbane (SOLD OUT)

September 5th - Riverstage, Brisbane (SOLD OUT)

September 7th - Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre, Tamworth

September 9th - WIN Entertainment Centre, Wollongong (SOLD OUT)

September 10th - Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne – last release tickets available

September 11th - Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne – last release tickets available

September 13th - Derwent Entertainment Centre, Hobart (SOLD OUT)

September 16th - Memorial Drive, Adelaide (SOLD OUT)

September 18th - Sydney Entertainment Centre, Sydney (SOLD OUT)

September 19th - Sydney Entertainment Centre, Sydney (SOLD OUT)

September 22nd - Supreme Court Gardens, Perth– last release tickets
available

September 23rd - Supreme Court Gardens, Perth– last release tickets available

September 24th - Supreme Court Gardens, Perth (SOLD OUT)

September 26th - Gardens Amphitheatre, Darwin (SOLD OUT)

September 28th - Convention Centre, Cairns (SOLD OUT)

September 29th - Convention Centre, Cairns

October 1st - Entertainment Centre, Townsville (SOLD OUT)

October 2nd - Entertainment Centre, Townsville (SOLD OUT)

October 3rd – Showgrounds, Mackay

October 7th – Showgrounds, Rockhampton

October 8th - Caloundra Music Festival, Kings Beach (SOLD OUT)

October 9th - University Of Southern QLD, Toowoomba (SOLD OUT)

October 12th - University Of Canberra, Canberra (SOLD OUT)

October 13th - Sports Ground, Albury

October 15th - Showgrounds, Bendigo (SOLD OUT)

October 16th - North Gardens, Ballarat (SOLD OUT)

October 29th - Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne (SOLD OUT)

October 30th - Memorial Drive, Adelaide (SOLD OUT)

November 6th - Acer Arena, Sydney (SOLD OUT)

November 10th – Riverstage, Brisbane (SOLD OUT)

November 12th- Riverstage, Brisbane (SOLD OUT)

November 13th- Riverstage, Brisbane (SOLD OUT)

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CAMP ROCK 2: THE FINAL JAM

August 19th 2010 05:55

IT’S ON! DEMI LOVATO AND JONAS BROTHERS REUNITE FOR CAMP ROCK 2

SOUNDTRACK TO DISNEY CHANNEL ORIGINAL MOVIE

CAMP ROCK 2: THE FINAL JAM

AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 17.

DEBUTS 3 ON BILLBOARD CHARTS

Demi Lovato and the multi-platinum-selling artists, the Jonas Brothers are featured on the soundtrack of the summer, Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam, set to rock into stores and online retailers on Friday September 17. The album features 15-all new songs from the movie, including three bonus songs (“Different Summers,” “Walkin’ In My Shoes” and “It’s Not Too Late”). Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam premieres Saturday October 2 on Disney Channel.

After the tremendous success of the original Camp Rock in 2008, the blockbuster Disney Channel Original Movie catapulted Demi Lovato into a global star and pumped up the volume on the hugely popular Jonas Brothers. In addition, the Camp Rock soundtrack sold 2.5 million CDs worldwide, spent a remarkable 10 weeks in the Top 10 on the US Billboard 200 Album Chart, and peaked at #13 on the ARIA album chart in the same year.

Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam is a full out rock 'n roll musical that celebrates music, dance and the freedom of summer and reminds viewers to 'enjoy the journey.' This summer of fun opens on a high-pitched Camp Rock reunion. All the Camp Rockers have returned, eager to tune up and rock out but a glistening new camp across the lake, Camp Star, poaches Camp Rock's counsellors and may put Camp Rock out of business. Mitchie Torres (played by Demi Lovato) steps it up as she challenges the egocentric Camp Star to an end-of-summer performance duel - it’s on!

Nick Jonas commented, “In the first movie, music was part of it. This one - music tells the story.” Demi Lovato added, “In this movie there are several different kinds of music - and music is what drives ‘Camp Rock 2’.”

The accomplished songwriters who contributed to the full out musical film and soundtrack include: Kara DioGuardi, Mitch Allan, Dapo Torimiro, Antonina Armato, Tim James, Jamie Houston, Adam Watts and Andy Dodd.
The following is a complete track listing from Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam:

1. Brand New DayPerformed by: Demi Lovato

2. Fire Performed by: Matthew “Mdot” Finley

3. Can’t Back Down Performed by: Demi Lovato, Alyson Stoner and Anna Maria Perez de Taglé

4. It’s On Performed by: Demi Lovato, Matthew “Mdot” Finley, Meaghan Martin, Jordan Francis, Roshon Fegan and Alyson Stoner

5. Wouldn't Change a Thing Performed by: Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas

6. Heart and Soul Performed by: Joe Jonas, Kevin Jonas and Nick Jonas

7. You're My Favorite Song Performed by: Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas

8. Introducing Me Performed by: Nick Jonas

9. Tear It Down Performed by: Matthew “Mdot” Finley and Meaghan Martin

10. What We Came Here For Performed by: Demi Lovato, Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas, Alyson Stoner and Anna Maria Perez de Taglé

11. This Is Our Song Performed by: Demi Lovato, Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas and Alyson Stoner

12. Different Summers (BONUS) Performed by: Demi Lovato

13. Walkin’ In My Shoes (BONUS) Performed by: Matthew “Mdot” Finley and Meaghan Martin

14. It's Not Too Late (BONUS) Performed by: Demi Lovato

15. Rock Hard or Go Home Performed by: Iron Weasel

CAMP ROCK 2: THE FINAL JAM SOUNDTRACK – OUT SEPTEMBER 17

CAMP ROCK 2 THE FINAL JAM PREMIERES ON DISNEY CHANNEL - OCTOBER 2

CAMP ROCK 2 THE FINAL JAM: EXTENDED EDITION - AVAILABLE ON DISNEY DVD & BLU-RAY - OCTOBER 20

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Men Aloud

August 19th 2010 05:44

MEN ALOUD

Welsh choral group Men Aloud was formed in 2000 and has had a wide and varied amount of success in their few short years. In 2003 they won the Male Choir category in the inaugural year of S4C’s Cor Cymri, Wale’s national televised choir competition.

In October of 2008 they shot to stardom after winning the UK’s largest ever choir competition to date, “Last Choir Standing”. Soon after they recorded their debut album over five days at AIR Studios in London and achieved gold status within the first week of sales.

10 Sept 2010 – CD DVD Launch
18 Sept 2010 – STVDIO Broadcast – Premiere

Not surprisingly, it went on to sell over a quarter of a million albums within the UK. MA appears regularly on network radio and television. Some broadcast highlights including the Royal Variety Performance at the London Palladium, Radio Three Choir of the Year from the Royal Festival Hall and a performance on HMS Belfast for the BBC One New Years Eve Festival.

With two critically acclaimed sold out United Kingdom tours, a special performance for Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace, and a tour of the US planned for February next year, MA are eagerly looking forward to the international release of their live debut on CD and DVD with Men Aloud: Live from Wales.

Fresh from a hugely popular second UK tour, Men Aloud, a 20 man choir of Wales’ best voices are set to release their much anticipated, first-ever concert video, Men Aloud: Live from Wales on CD and DVD released by Denon Records and marketed by Universal Music in Australia. In stores from September 10, 2010, the 70 minute concert is also geared to air nationally on STVDIO in Australia this September 18 at 8:30pm. There will be subsequent broadcasts on STVDIO and also on Ovation in November.

Men Aloud’s live CD and DVD broadcast are produced in association with the BBC and filmed in the famous Wales Millennium Centre. The concert features a host of special guest performances by opera star Bryn Terfel, leading man of London’s West End and Broadway John Owens and international pop icon Bonnie Tyler.

Men Aloud have taken the UK by storm introducing thousands of fans to the centuries-old Welsh Choir tradition after being crowned “The Nation’s Favourite Choir” in 2008. The success of their outstanding victory on BBC1’s “Last Choir Standing”; platinum debut album “Only Men Aloud!”; and follow up album “Band of Brothers” awarded Classical Brit “Album of the Year”; has seen the group go stellar in the UK, and gained international recognition with a planned tour of the US in the mix for February next year.

Men Aloud’s musical director Tim Rhys-Evans brought the group together ten years ago. A classically trained singer and former musical director of the Welsh National Youth Opera; Rhys-Evans has shaped the progressive choir to push boundaries in classical music with exciting results.

“This concert is all about our home and the tradition I am so deeply passionate about - the Welsh male choir,” says Rhys-Evans. “From the very beginning our main aim has been to encourage and promote the old and much loved tradition of Welsh male vocal singing to younger audiences. Younger audiences can be introduced to this centuries-old tradition through the reworking of contemporary pop hits into a unique choir experience.”

“We’re so excited the concert will be reaching Australian shores for the first time – with the CD, DVD release and show being aired in September. And we really hope to be visiting soon!” he says.

Men Aloud have rocketed onto the classical scene with their unique repertoire of tracks that range from 17th Century classics to present day pop hits creating their own unique musical genre.

They are renowned for varied and progressive interpretations of songs not normally associated with all male choir groups. The men harmonise covers of contemporary hits from Tom Jones and Simon & Garfunkel to Broadway favourites from Porgy and Bless and Funny Girl.

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CarriageWorks' Free Winter Music Gigs

July 15th 2010 14:22

THE SOUNDS OF WINTERLAND HEAT UP CARRIAGEWORKS’ NIGHTS

A series of 18 free live music events featuring over 100 local and emerging artists

There’s no excuse not to make the most of the winter nights (6-10pm) this July, with a massive line-up of free live and themed music nights at CarriageWorks as part of Sydney’s cutting edge arts centre’s first-ever Winterland festival (5-31 July, 2010).

Get off the couch and down to Eveleigh for Sydney’s biggest indie music, arts, food, and skating winter festival, to check out some of Sydney’s newest and coolest emerging bands, or hit the ice for Winterland’s evening skate sessions to cool tunes. Skate/dance the night away under CarriageWorks giant disco ball and hear the hottest bands and DJs heart-warming sounds heating up the wintry nights throughout July.

Highlights of Winterland’s hot live showcase include indigenous country and western duo Stiff Gins, pop/folk singer Rosie Catalano, indie/folk inspired band The Preachers, acoustic crew Leroy Lee, alt country cowboy band The Slowdowns, and Ray Mann the troubadours of soul.

Every Thursday night emerging and established bands will provide the sounds of winter. Themed nights include alt country (8 July) with the likes of Sydney newcomers tipped the 'next big thing' - The Preachers, old timey hillbilly band The Lurkers, fiddle fuelled gypsy pop group Wil Massey and The Ghost Trio, and singer/songwriter Charlie Trindall.

Winterland goes unplugged with an acoustic/folk night (15 July) staring Triple J Unearthed’s winner Leroy Lee, and Rosie Catalano, alongside mellow sounds of indie folk artists Kate Duffy, Frontiers in Photography, and Quiet Titans.

A jazz and blues night (22 July) explores a smooth mix of jazz-funk and soulful grooves with The John Hardaker Direction and Charlotte Jane. And 2SER presents the final Thursday night (29 July) at Winterland with Sydney’s hottest new and unsigned bands.

Friday nights are all about fending off the cold with a little disco fever! A Disco on Ice, complete with giant disco ball, and music from Future Classic DJs kicks off 9 July with Arithmatix!, the disco alias of Sydney DJ Michael Di Francesco - one of the first artists Future Classic ever released on their record label. Spruce Lee hits the decks 16 July with blistering dance floor bombs and heartfelt soul jams. Spruce Lee has remixed local heroes Architecture in Helsinki and legendary Bagraiders, occasionally breaking out his alter ego Toni Toni on the mic while he's DJing – here’s hoping. Loin Brothers - Long John Saliva and Paradise Lost's DJ Silvio join Winterland (23 July); and Sydney DJ Simon Caldwell ( 30 July) plays the final night – he’s worked with the highest order of international talent including artists like Grace Jones, Normay Jay and James Brown.

Saturday nights headline with live music from Feral Media (9 July) featuring wintery soundscapes and warm beats created by a number of leading electronic and ambient musicians - Vorad Fils, Gentleforce, Broken Chip, Textile Audio and Underlapper. Music for Trees (17 July) – a not for profit group who plant trees from money raised at their gigs - showcases live sets from Ray Mann, The Slowdowns, Stiff Gins, The Delroys and The Anon Anons. Karaoke night, with host Tim Jackman, (24 July) is a fun night to pick your favourite tunes and sing the night away - with duets, harmonised backing singers, support dancers and personal groupies welcome.

Winterland finishes up on 31 July with Oxfam Australia's Exchange for Change event where local bands play during a mass clothing exchange. Bring clothing to swap, participate in a hands-on workshop, and listen to a series of talks and panel discussions about labour rights and ethical fashion alongside an ethical fashion parade.

Winterland brings all the magic of a European winter festival to Sydney’s inner west, with loads of fun activities for all ages. Throughout July, the old Eveleigh rail yards will transform with a dazzling indoor ice rink, live music, designer art markets curated by The Finders Keepers team, food stalls serving alpine cuisine, dancing and more to get everyone out and about during the chillier days.

Admission to Winterland is free, and the ice skating rink will be open and in action during the music nights every week, making Winterland the perfect after-work/weekend hang-out for colleagues, friends, and love-birds. Entry onto the ice rink is the cheapest in Sydney - book a session now to ensure your place on the ice (head to www.winterland.com.au – group bookings available).

Winterland is the newest and coolest event on Sydney’s social and school holiday calendar. Winterland offers fun, fresh, low-cost winter activities that will keep visitors of all ages warm and fuzzy throughout July. Embrace the winter atmosphere and be warmed by the sweet aroma of roasting chestnuts, thick Italian hot chocolate, and spicy bratwurst. There won’t be a dull moment - get down to CarriageWorks and get amongst it.

FRIDAY NIGHTS - is a disco on ice, complete with giant disco ball and music from Future Classic DJ’s. Future Classic is record label, music publisher and touring agency based in Sydney. www.futureclassic.com.au.

9 July, Arithmatix is the disco alias of Michael Di Francesco, a well travelled Sydney native who was one of the first artists that Future Classic ever released on their record label. An in demand studio wizz playing in a number of different bands and production outfits, Michael has played with top notch artists like Jamie Lidell and has recently remixed electro-disco favourites Dragonette and Mario Basanov.

16 July, Spruce Lee Having remixed local heroes Architecture in Helsinki and Bagraiders amongst others, Spruce Lee's skills in the studio are well documented. Though we get most excited when Spruce pulls out his Toni Toni Lee persona and gets on the mic while he's DJing. Expect an eclectic selection of tunes ranging from blistering dancefloor bombs through to heartfelt soul jams and hopefully an appearance from Toni Toni on the mic.

23 July, Lion Brothers are Long John Saliva and Paradise Lost's DJ Silvio. Rumored to have been raised in the backroom of a Sydney leather club, a diet of strobe lighting and throbbing sub bass fuzzy disco guitars and exotic synthesizers make up the Loins' musical arsenal. Also releasing on Future Classic, the Loin Brothers have vinyl singles out to date both with heavy international praise and big names remixes from the likes of LA disco fiend Woolfy and London based Mock & Toof.

30 July, Simon Caldwell is one of a handful of Australian DJ's whose name adds a certain integrity to an event. Playing records to radio listeners and dancing party people alike since the early 90's, Simon is a founding member of the infamous Mad Racket collective, a party that has been going from strength to strength for over 11 years. Simon has played alongside the highest order of international talent including artists like Grace Jones, Normay Jay and James Brown and is a welcome guest to round out the July Disco On Ice roster.

SATURDAY NIGHTS - Showcase a range of Sydney’s best bands and live acts. Presented in conjunction with Feral Media, Music For Trees, and Oxfam

10 July, Live music from Feral Media, featuring wintery soundscapes and warm beats created by a number of leading electronic and ambient musicians, including Vorad Fils, Gentleforce, Broken Chip and Underlapper. www.feralmedia.com.au

17 July, Live music from Music for Trees, a non-profit organisation. Live sets from, Ray Mann, The Slowdowns, The Delroys and The Anon Anons. www.musicfortrees.com.

24 July, Karaoke, with Host Tim Jackman, a night of smooth tunes, sing-alongs and unabashed extroversion.

31 July, Oxfam Australia and CarriageWorks are teaming up with local bands who support Oxfam’s labour rights and ethical fashion campaigns.

SOME OF THE MUSIC ARTISTS INCLUDED IN WINTERLAND

See www.winterland.com.au for more.

The Preachers (Thursday 8 July, 6 – 10pm) -

The Lurkers (Thursday 8 July, 6 – 10pm)

Wil Massey and The Ghost Trio (Thursday 8 July, 6 – 10pm)

Charlie Trindall (Thursday 8 July, 6 – 10pm)

Leroy Lee (Thursday 15 July, 6 – 10pm)

Rosie Catalano (Thursday 15 July, 6 – 10pm)

Kate Duffy (Thursday 15 July, 6 – 10pm)

Frontiers in Photography (Thursday 15 July, 6 – 10pm)

Quiet Titans (Thursday 15 July, 6 – 10pm)

The John Hardaker Direction (Thursday 22 July, 6 – 10pm)

Charlotte Jane (Thursday 22 July, 6 – 10pm)

Eddie Bronson Trio (Saturday 17 July, 1 – 5pm)

About CarriageWorks

Opened in January 2007, CarriageWorks is the new home for contemporary arts and culture in Sydney. At CarriageWorks we believe that creativity extends into all facets of life, and we present Program of extraordinary events and unforgettable experiences for every person that visits this unique artistic hub. Built on a vision of a vibrant cultural life for Sydneysiders and artists, it’s a place for creativity and innovation, where artists are given the opportunity to conceive, develop and present their work in an inspiring and creative atmosphere.

CarriageWorks is housed in the old Eveleigh Rail Yards at Wilson Street, located within the emerging Redfern Waterloo precinct, and has been developed by the NSW State Government through Arts NSW.
www.carriageworks.com.au

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Sting's new album

July 2nd 2010 05:10

STING NEW ALBUM

SYMPHONICITIES

Songs re-imagined for symphonic arrangement, culled from The Police and Sting’s enduring solo career songbooks – Out July 16

Deutsche Grammophon/CherryTree announces the release of Symphonicities, the CD to accompany Sting’s highly-acclaimed current world tour dates, which began June 2 in Vancouver, featuring the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, conducted by Steven Mercurio (Bocelli, Pavarotti).

The new studio album, comprised of twelve of Sting’s most celebrated songs re-imagined for symphonic arrangement, serves as the ultimate commemoration of the live concert experience. The first single “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic,” is already available digitally.

Additional highlights on the new album include arrangements by David Hartley, Rob Mathes, and Steven Mercurio of fan-favorites culled from The Police songbook such as “Roxanne” and “Next To You,” as well as songs from Sting’s enduring solo career including “Englishman in New York,” “She’s Too Good For Me” and “I Hung my Head.” Symphonicities is produced by Rob Mathes and Sting, and predominantly mixed by Elliot Scheiner (Steely Dan, Fleetwood Mac). In addition, Claudius Mittendorfer (Interpol, Franz Ferdinand) mixed “She’s Too Good for Me” and “Next To You,” Alex Venguer (John Legend) mixed “We Work The Black Seam,” and Ed Cherney (Bonnie Rait, Bob Dylan) mixed “The Pirate’s Bride.”

Sting’s interest in collaborating with an orchestra began in 2008 following an invitation to perform with the legendary Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and was furthered by the opportunity to join the Philadelphia Orchestra for a celebration of the 153rd anniversary of the Academy of Music. Reworking selections from his expansive catalogue, these performances left an indelible mark on Sting and provided the initial inspiration for his upcoming tour.

“Performing with both the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Philadelphia Orchestra was truly a highlight of my career,” commented Sting. “I look forward to each show of the tour with undisguised glee, having a whole new palate of musical colours to work with and reinventing the songs that have been the staples of my live performances for over thirty years.”

“. . . an all-star cast of arrangers reworked the songs, and time clearly had been spent making sure the pop musicians and orchestral players onstage would work together to create a genuinely hybrid sound.” Los Angeles Times

“Pairing Sting with the orchestra is brilliant synchronicity on multiple levels. He’s a consummate showman and a willful storyteller” Denver Post

TRACKLISTING
1. Next To You | 2. Englishman In New York | 3. Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic | 4. I Hung My Head | 5. You Will Be My Ain True Love | 6. Roxanne | 7. When We Dance | 8. End Of The Game | 9. I Burn For You | 10. We Work The Black Seam | 11. She’s Too Good For Me | 12. The Pirate’s Bride

STING – “SYMPHONICITIES” – OUT JULY 16

ALBUM ON MPE NOW

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Skipping Girl Vinegar

June 3rd 2010 04:45

With the recent news that they will be playing Splendor In The Grass 2010 in its new venue at Woodford, Skipping Girl Vinegar are still buried deep in the studio with Melbourne producer Nick Huggins (Kid Sam, Seagull, Whitley) and Greg Arnold (Things Of Stone & Wood).

They will however be coming up for air long enough for a one off headline show in Sydney; Saturday June 19th @ Raval.

The Raval show will be an opportunity to catch the band playing previously unheard tracks from their next release as well as all your SGV faves. Supports come from 'Ministry of Truth’ (AKA Terry Serio Media Frenzy) and Eirwen Skye.

SGV’s next single, the first taste of the current sessions, will be out this July.

Rock up to Raval Sat June 19th for a sneak peek

Saturday June 19 – Raval, Sydney
with Terry Serio Media Frenzy & Eirwen Skye
Level 1 (upstairs) @ The Macquarie Hotel, 42 Wentworth Ave, Surry Hills (near Corner of Oxford St)

Tickets on sale now from OzTix and from Moshtix outlets,
phonecharge 1300 438 839 or www.moshtix.com.au
Doors: 8pm

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The Flicks

June 2nd 2010 05:51

FLICKS
SIGN RECORD DEAL

Brisbane pop/punk/electronic four-piece, ‘Flicks’, who hit the road this week for their mammoth Queensland tour in support of the band’s new single ‘Hayley’, have signed a record deal with Difrnt Music/Spitfire Music – home to COG, The Angels and Regular John.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be looking forward to presenting Flicks' music to you,” says Spitfire Music.

The band – featuring Adam Milad (Guitar/Vocals), Michael Thomas (Bass/Vocals), Hugh Wheeler (Drummer) and Andy Francis (Guitars/Keys) – will soon bestow to the masses their new single in the form of ‘Hayley’ which had given birth to the idea of a chance date with a guy’s most dreamed about girl – a situation most people would be able to relate to.

In Flicks case – their love for Paramore front-woman, Hayley Williams. “It was funny, because we met her boyfriend [New Found Glory’s Chad Gilbert ] backstage at their recent Brisbane show and he didn't want to kill us for writing a song about his girlfriend!!”

The track was produced by Todd Morse (H20, The Offspring, Juliette Lewis) and mixed by Grant Wallis of Aneiki fame (most played song on Australian radio in 2001 for ‘Pleased to Meet You’). It was recorded at the The Grove studio with Yanto Browning (Kate Miller-Heidke, Yves Klein Blue) engineering the track.

Originally forming under the guise of ’52 Flicks’, the name deriving from a trip to the movies, it was the addition of the band’s fourth member Andy “Expandy” Francis, that resulted in dropping the ‘52’ from their name.

“One of us was on our way to the movies one day after practice and the friend they were hanging with asked what flick they were seeing,” says Thomas. “The 52 was just our ages added up but since we added a new member this year it made sense to drop the 52”.

“We all write songs separately and together drawing influences from bands outside our genre. It makes it easier to come up with better songs because we all push each other for new improved ideas”.

“We aim to have the best melodies possible and love throwing in some gameboy music during our live set”.

With the band about to embark on a launch tour throughout the country, the band’s live show is heavily driven by an electrically energized set.

“We just love jumping around and getting in the crowds face. We spend along time practising making sure everything is perfect. We also enjoy terrible jokes.”

2010 is already shaping up to be a massive year for the Brisbane four-piece having earlier this year supported Sydney rockers Short Stack on their extensive tour of North Queensland.

Tour dates are:

Wednesday, June 2: Charters Towers PCYC, Charters Towers, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Thursday, June 3: CWA Hall, Cairns, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Friday, June 4: Townsville PCYC, Townsville, QLD (7pm) – All Ages

Saturday, June 5: Andergrove Community Hall, Mackay, QLD (7pm) – All
Ages

Sunday, June 6: Emerald PCYC, Emerald, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Friday, June 11: Walter Reid Centre, Rockhampton, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Saturday, June 12: Gladstone PCYC, Gladstone, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Sunday, June 13: Bundaberg PCYC, Bundaberg, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Thursday, June 17: The Powerhouse, Maryborough, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Friday, June 18: Club Envy, Sunshine Coast, QLD (6pm) – 18

Saturday, June 19: Civic Centre, Gympie, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Sunday, June 20: Blackbox Theatre, Nambour, QLD (6pm) – All Ages

Sunday, June 27: Fort, Brisbane, QLD (2pm) – All Ages – NEW VENUE

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YEASAYER extra Melbourne Show

May 28th 2010 00:20

Due to overwhelming demand, Yeasayer have announced a second show in Melbourne. Their first Melbourne show on Thursday 29th July at the Prince of Wales is well and truly SOLD OUT - the newly announced second show will also take place on Thursday 29th July at the Prince Of Wales, following their first performance.

Doors for the SOLD OUT early show will be at 8pm, with Yeasayer onstage 9.30pm. Doors for the late show will be 11.15pm, with Yeasayer onstage 11.45pm. Tickets for the late show on sale now from the outlets below.

Riding high on the success of the singles “Ambling Alp” and “O.N.E.” from their outstanding new album, “Odd Blood”, Brooklyn’s Yeasayer make a much anticipated return to Australia this July for shows in Sydney and Melbourne.

With their musical domain now spanning twisted ambient rhythms blended with powerful and ambitious electronics and hook laden playful pop, Yeasayer are a band who never deprive the listener of delicious ear candy whilst also never sacrificing depth or content.

Full dates & details below:

Handsome Tours, triple j, JMAG, Fasterlouder, Drum Media and Inpress present

YEASAYER

Tickets on sale now

Sydney - SELLING FAST
Wednesday July 28, 2010
Metro Theatre
Tickets from www.handsometours.com, Metro Theatre Box Office; 02 9550 2990 or www.metrotheatre.com.au & www.ticketek.com.au

Melbourne (Early Show) - SOLD OUT
Thursday July 29, 2010
Prince of Wales
Doors 8pm - YEASAYER ONSTAGE 9.30pm

Melbourne (Late Show) - NEW SHOW ON SALE NOW
Thursday July 29, 2010
Prince of Wales
Doors 11.15pm - YEASAYER ONSTAGE 11.45pm

Tickets from www.handsometours.com, Polyester Records (Fitzroy & City), Missing Link, Greville Records, Prince of Wales public bar, over the phone on 9536 1168 or book on-line www.princebandroom.com.au

Also appearing at Splendour in the Grass

Yeasayer “Odd Blood” out now on Spunk.

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Free Download new BRITTLE EP

May 28th 2010 00:04

BRITTLE ANNOUNCE "THE OWLS" EP & NATIONAL TOUR

There's nothing more that Melbourne alternative rockers BRITTLE want to do but to capture their dynamic live sound and energy in their recordings and that's exactly what they've achieved with legendary producer Mark Opitz at the helm on the band's new five-track EP titled "The Owls" which will be unleashed on June 14 as a free digital download.

The EP will be backed by a massive tour of the same name that will see the band visiting all capital cities in June, July and August as well as a host of major regional centres around the country. It will be their largest Australian tour since the release of their debut EP 'Chinese Whispers' in 2008.

With his work producing landmark albums for artists including INXS, The Divinyls, The Angels, Cold Chisel, KISS and Ray Charles, Mark Opitz's impressive history is a good indication as to the quality you can expect from Brittle's "The Owls".

"It was a massive learning curve for us as a band," said Brittle lead vocalist Ben "Tokyo" Whiting. "That guy knows a lot and he taught us so much during our time working with him. He really made sure we got our 'live' sound on the EP and most importantly helped us work towards creating our own unique sound for the five tracks".

Having supported artists including Faker, Kisschasy, Snow Patrol, Grinspoon, Yeah Yeah Yeah's, Something With Numbers, and more recently Katy Perry, Brittle make their dynamic set seem effortless and really know how to put on a show. "We are a band that is driven by playing live," says Whiting. "If you like our band you MUST see us live!!"

"Brittle are the type of band that you really look forward to seeing, and they never let you down," said Rock website FasterLouder.com.au, describing Whiting's vocals as "virtually flawless". "Regardless of whether or not you were familiar with the songs, the band captivated the crowd. It is clear that we will be seeing big things from them in the not too distant future" they added.

Brittle's live show isn't the only thing buzzing, they are also making headway in the international music industry, having been described as "one of the bands to watch" by Music Week UK & Insider Magazine, as well as being listed as a "buzz band" by The Music Network in Australia.

The Owls EP - available free online at www.brittlerock.com from June 14

BRITTLE - THE OWLS TOUR 2010 - JUNE / JULY / AUGUST

Friday June 25: Trash @ Caseys Hotel, Hawthorn, VIC (18 )

Saturday June 26: Revellers Bar, Melbourne, VIC (18 )

Thursday July 8: Snitch @ Club 299, Brisbane, QLD (18 )

Friday July 9: Hard Rock Café, Gold Coast, QLD (18 )

Saturday July 10: Bon Amici, Toowoomba, QLD (18 )

Sunday July 11: The Hive, Brisbane, QLD (All Ages)

Thursday July 15: Kyogle Memorial Hall, Kyogle, NSW (All Ages)

Friday July 16: Southern Cross School, Ballina, NSW (All Ages)

Saturday July 17: Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay, NSW (18 )

Thursday July 22: Grand Hotel, Wollongong, NSW (18 )

Friday July 23: Ivanhoe Hotel, Manly, NSW (18 )

Thursday July 29: Bended Elbow, Geelong, VIC (18 )

Friday July 30: POW @ Mynt Lounge, Werribee, VIC (18 )

Saturday July 31: Cherry Bar, Melbourne, VIC (18 )

Sunday August 1: Spanish Club, Fitzroy, VIC (All Ages)

Wednesday August 4: Irish Murphy's, Launceston, TAS (18 )

Thursday August 5: The Central, Devonport, TAS (18 )

Friday August 6: Republic Bar, Hobart, TAS (18 )

Saturday August 7: Maginty's, Burnie, TAS (18 )

Thursday August 12: Karova Lounge, Ballarat, VIC (18 )

Friday August 13: Louisiana Tavern, Elizabeth, SA (18 )

Saturday August 14: Edinburgh Castle, Adelaide, SA (18 )

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RUFUS WAINWRIGHT Sydney Opera House Show

May 26th 2010 04:16

RUFUS WAINWRIGHT
Returns for a very special solo evening at the
Sydney Opera House

“The greatest songwriter on the planet.”
Elton John

“Rufus stands next to Nina Simone.”
Michael Stipe

“One of the most talented singer-songwriters of his generation.”
Bernard Zuel, Sydney Morning Herald

Fans of wonderfully intimate music take note: the one and only Rufus Wainwright is returning to the Sydney Opera House for one very special evening featuring our prodigious wunderkind in solo piano and vocal mode.

The evening in question is Thursday October 14, 2010 at the Concert Hall within the Sydney Opera House.

As supporters of Rufus will know, this concert is a special thank you to his loyal and understanding Australian fans who had bought tickets expecting to see Rufus perform solo in February 2010 at Sydney’s Verbrugghen Hall.

That show and surrounding performances were regrettably cancelled due to a family illness earlier this year, but Rufus made a promise to return to Australia later in 2010.

The passing away of his mother and “greatest admirer and critic”, legendary folksinger Kate McGarrigle, in January this year, and the enduring admiration for his sister, folk-rocker Martha Wainwright, are themes that pervade much of Rufus Wainwright's breathtaking sixth studio album: All Days Are Nights: Songs For Lulu.

This is an album steeped in beauty, with hugely personal and deeply emotional songs, each channeled through Wainwright via only his fingers, voice and piano. A perfect precursor then for this hugely anticipated Australian solo concert and upcoming tour.

Of his latest offering to fans, Rufus last week said “Though it may appear at the outset that my new album and show are quite dark, don't be alarmed, I'm no fool and will always make sure to ensure a well rounded evening: be prepared to laugh as well as cry your little eyes out.”

Reactions from fans and critics alike have been universally positive.

About All Days Are Nights: Songs For Lulu, Q Magazine has said, “It’s a flabbergasting, intense album that demands intense listening.” While All Music Guide agreed the record is “a bold, absolutely emotionally naked statement that retains Wainwright’s devastating talent for artful, universally compelling songcraft.”

Do not delay in securing your tickets for this very special concert. As we said earlier this year – if the 2008 Rufus Wainwright Australian tour is anything to go by – his return in 2010 will no doubt be the absolute musical highlight of your calendar year!

RUFUS WAINWRIGHT SYDNEY PERFORMANCE
Thursday 14th October, 2010
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House

sydneyoperahouse.com
02 9250 7777

TICKETS FOR THIS SYDNEY SHOW GO ON SALE FRIDAY 4TH JUNE, 9AM

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