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The 12th Annual Logan Tattoo and Art Exhibition – September 13-14, 2014

The 12th Annual Logan Tattoo and Art Exhibition is held over 2 days – September 13-14, 2014.

Live Tattooing, Tattoo Competition, Tattoo Show, Music, Live Bands, Market Stalls, Airbrushing, Pinstriping, Burlesque, Car Show, Hotrods, much much more.. details here -> https://www.facebook.com/events/298862030264828/

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BROODS announce “The Evergreen Tour” – November 2014‏

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*** BRISBANE SHOW RESCHEDULED ***

Due to the intense storm activity in Brisbane yesterday, and the resulting power outages at The Hi Fi and across the city, it is necessary to postpone the BROODS performance.

Live Nation confirm that BROODS will return to Brisbane to perform for fans on Sunday November 30th.

BROODS will perform at The Hi Fi on Sunday Nov 30th – all tickets for tonights rescheduled show will be valid for Sunday’s show.

Fans unable to attend the show on Sunday and wishing to obtain a refund may do so by presenting their ticket at the place of purchase by 5pm Friday Nov 28, 2014

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One of the most celebrated young bands to emerge out of New Zealand’s thriving contemporary musical landscape, brother and sister duo BROODS are coming to Australia this November.
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A Night with DEVIN TOWNSEND | Australian Guitar Clinics Tour – October 2014

devinThe eccentric and musical mastermind that is Devin Townsend will be making his way to Australia this October to take part in a series of Guitar Clinics in association with Thump Music.

Devin Townsend, now 30 records into an astonishing career has just raised the stakes, in the form of a new double album, Z, to be released worldwide in the week of October 27th. The two discs will be individually titled ‘Sky Blue’ (DTP) and ‘Dark Matters’ (Ziltoid).
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Rod Stewart brings his Hits Tour to Australia & New Zealand in 2015

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Hot off the heels of a spectacular summer of sold-out concerts and rocking the opening of the Commonwealth Games before a worldwide audience of more than 1.5 billion viewers, Rod Stewart today confirmed that he’s bringing “The Hits,” to Australia and New Zealand in 2015.

Frontier Touring unveiled the legendary rockers itinerary which includes nine concerts in Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Dunedin, Auckland, plus special outdoor concerts at Hope Estate in the Hunter Valley and the iconic Hanging Rock in Macedon. Notably Rod will be the first artist to have performed at Hanging Rock on multiple tours.
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Valtozash Bigband to play the New Globe Theatre, Brisbane – October 9, 2014

jazzkabanBehold Brisbanes newest and most brutal jazz orchestra, the Valtozash Bigband.

Recently described as ‘innovative but kind of messed up’, the band splices the textures and improvisation of jazz with the numerous styles of metal; thrash, grindcore, march, ambience, among others.

Under the oppression of Andre Bonetti, composer and electric-vibraphonist, Valtozash has among the hottest players in Brisbane and boasts a seven piece horn section.
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The Black Keys Turn Blue World Tour – Australian Dates Announced

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The Black Keys return to Australia off the back of their successful 8th full-length album Turn Blue.

As part of the Turn Blue World Tour, the band will perform in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide. They will also headline Bluesfest Byron Bay and will be the first artists to play at the inaugural Rolling Green events, from A Day On The Green promoter Roundhouse Entertainment, at wineries in Victoria’s Yarra Valley and the Hunter Valley NSW.
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Bluesfest 2015 – First Line Up Announcement!

bluesfestBluesfest Byron Bay, the multi award winning 5 Day Festival, held annually over the Easter Long weekend just north of Byron Bay (EVENT DATES: Thu 2nd to Mon 6th of April, 2015) has released its first round of artists of what is going to be a series of sensational headlining announcements to be rolled out in the lead up to the 2015 Festival.

Announcement #1 features a beautifully selected choice of artists ranging from International heavyweights, National treasures to returning favourites plus some exceptional artists who will be making their Bluesfest debut in 2015.
The 26th Annual Bluesfest is now truly on its way!
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A Night at the Rock Opera returns to support YWCA NSW in 2014!

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YWCA NSW have announced the return of its annual fundraising concert, A Night at the Rock Opera, on Monday, 24 November, 2014, at the State Theatre in Sydney.

For music fans who can’t get enough of The Who, Queen, Frankie Valley and Pink Floyd, you can’t get closer to the anthemic rock experience than A Night at the Rock Opera.
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Calling All Cars announced as supports for Biffy Clyro Australian Tour

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Adding to a huge list of achievements over the past 12 months, including signing to independent label Cooking Vinyl (The Prodigy, Marilyn Manson) for the release of their third album, Calling All Cars have been hand picked to support Biffy Clyro on their upcoming Australian tour. The run of shows, which will kick off on September 4, will see both bands play to audiences in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide & Perth.
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The Smith Street Band Announce National Album Tour – November 2014

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Melbourne’s The Smith Street Band have announced they’ll hit the road this November to support their upcoming third full length, Throw Me in the River. No strangers to hosting international guests, this time they’ll bring along New Jersey’s indie-folk-punk sweethearts The Front Bottoms and English comrades Apologies, I Have None to round out a triple threat tour de force.
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Gossling Harvest Of Gold National Tour Announcement

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Gossling’s vocal quirkiness has set her apart from other contemporary artists, underpinned by music that has moved with the times; transitioning from a folky leaning to include elements of electronic synths and textures. Her debut album, “Harvest Of Gold” was undoubtedly one of 2013’s best Australian releases, (“Joyous, honest and dreamy” – Harper’s Bazaar). To celebrate her national tour she will release a special digital only edition of “Harvest of Gold” featuring a bonus EP of new and previously unreleased music, including her stunning covers of Everclear’s 90’s anthem ‘Santa Monica’ and Vance Joys’ hit single ‘Riptide’ [Video Below].
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The Short Fall release new single ‘Seasons’ [Stream]

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Central Queensland brothers The Short Fall have returned with a brand new song to sing through the seasons. Ryan and Angelo Conway, through their uncanny harmonies and flawless guitar abilities are ensuring that the regions in Queensland aren’t a barren cultural wasteland. Instead, their new song Seasons, is a beautiful reminder of the rich history of music emerging from the area.

‘Seasons’ is the brand new track from The Short Fall and it’s a beautiful, melancholic track about the passing of seasons with someone you love. It paints a masterful picture in the mind’s eye, a relationship lived through imagining the future together.
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The War On Drugs add new shows to sold out December 2014 tour

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Having sold out the first three nights of their December tour in under a week, The War On Drugs have announced two new shows due to overwhelming demand! A second Melbourne show will take place at 170 Russell on the 8th of December, and December 15th at the Metro Theatre in Sydney. Tickets are on sale now from www.handsometours.com.
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