Tag Archives: January 2016

DIE! DIE! DIE! Announce EP + East Coast Tour – January 2016

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A wired and frenzied collection of wrought glares and sonic punches in the face is what you can expect from Die! Die! Die!‘s forthcoming EP ‘What Did You Expect.’ The latest offering from the Dunedin noise punk three-piece is set to drop this December on Bad Health with an early 2016 Australian tour in the works to back it up.
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Confession – “The Final Tour” – January 2016

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January 2016 will see Australian metalcore outfit Confession take a final bow – a choice made by their infamous frontman Michael Crafter, perhaps better known for his appearance on Big Brother, or generally outrageous internet presence – to leave the stage while on top, rather than to fade away as the responsibilities of life take the lead.
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SO FRENCHY SO CHIC IN THE PARK : SO DÉLICIEUX

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At So Frenchy So Chic In The Park all eyes turn towards the stage, but that doesn’t mean Hindi Zahra, Brigitte, Lou Doillon and Soviet Suprem are the only stars of the day. For many, it’s the little village square of pop-up French food providers who are the real rock stars. Let’s see who’s on the bill in 2016, and sample their set lists.
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Nothing But Thieves Announce Headline Shows – January 2016

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Essex, UK five piece Nothing But Thieves are one of the hottest groups in alternative rock right now. Full of pounding guitar riffs and killer vocals the band were recently added to Soundwave Festival with headline Shows now announced for Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.
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IVEY – “Smell Of Smoke” (Official Video) + Upcoming Shows

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Fresh faced and creating a unique blend of surf pop there is no holding back IVEY, a band made up of 15 – 18 year old mates who are wrapping up 2015 in style with the announcement they will support an impressive list of touring artists over coming months including British India, Art of Sleeping, PLTS and The Belligerents.
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Tinpan Orange Reveal Surreal New Video For ‘You’re Not There’

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“We wanted to reflect our daily lives at the moment while not being on the road. Suburban, prosaic and benign but never without strangeness, humour and whimsy.” ~ Tinpan Orange

Melbourne indie-folk darlings Tinpan Orange have unveiled an eccentric video clip to accompany their brand new single ‘You’re Not There’.
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NOFX Announce Headline Shows – January 2016

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Heading to Australia and now New Zealand in January 2016, punk rock stalwarts NOFX announce a series of headline shows! Feeling they skipped some fundamental cities on their last national tour, NOFX will be delighting audiences in Canberra, Hobart and Auckland with a night of mayhem, debauchery, and some music!
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Oh Wonder Upgrade Venues due to Overwhelming Response + New Video ‘Without You’

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London duo Oh Wonder, who have been melting hearts across the globe with their captivating live performances, sold out both of their first ever live Australian dates within 48 hours of going on sale. Due to the overwhelming response venues have been upgraded, and Oh Wonder will now be performing at The Corner in Melbourne on a new date of Tuesday Jan 5 and Oxford Art Factory on the same date, Wednesday Jan 6.
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Truckfighters Announce ‘Bringing Back The Fuzz ‘ Australian Tour – January 2016

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After a near sold out 2015 Australian tour Swedish Fuzz rockers ‘Truckfighters’ are bringing back the Fuzz.
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John Butler Trio, Missy Higgins and The Waifs – for one night only – Brisbane 2016

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Three of Australia’s most captivating live bands, John Butler Trio, Missy Higgins & The Waifs, will come together exclusively for their Brisbane fans for a unique night of music under the stars. This special concert event will take place in the picturesque surrounds of the Brisbane Riverstage on Sunday January 31st. Tickets are on sale from Ticketmaster.com.au and Oztix.com.au
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Soundwave Announce A Special Soundwave 2016 Presentation

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE’s ‘Alive Or Just Breathing’ album was a watershed moment in metal in 2002 as it heralded the birth of ‘Metalcore’. An army of imitators was born and have all tried in vain to emulate this essential classic. In a Special Soundwave Presentation, we are thrilled to announce that KILLSWITCH ENGAGE will be performing ‘Alive Or Just Breathing’ in its entirety at SOUNDWAVE 2016.
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Four more Twilight at Taronga 2016 shows sell out…

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Just one week after going on sale, six Twilight at Taronga 2016 performances have now sold out. The four latest shows to hang the sold out sign are Birds of Tokyo supported by Fractures, crowd favourite Björn Again’s Saturday night show, and, joining the sellout of their first shows in a matter of hours, John Butler Trio and Missy Higgins’ second and final shows.
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Melbourne Zoo Twilights – John Butler Trio SOLD OUT – Second & Final Show Announced

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With Melbourne Zoo Twilight series about to kick off, Perth’s San Cisco and Brisbane’s Last Dinosaurs show is now sold out alongside a number of the other shows including The Waifs, José González, John Butler Trio x 2, and Birds of Tokyo with many of the other shows selling fast.
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The Japanese House Announces Sydney Headline Show – January 2016

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The Japanese House (a.k.a 20 year-old Amber Bain) has announced her debut Australian headline show at Sydney’s Goodgod Small Club on 15th January 2016. The young Londoner will also support The 1975 on their 2016 Australian tour.
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The Falls Festival Playing Times Announced!

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The Falls 2015 set times are out now! Get set for a jammed-packed full-fest schedule and to shake your groove thang! Clash free and ready to kick off, you’ll be able to peruse your fave acts and start forming your game plans today. Hold onto your butts, bringing you up and counting you down into 2016 will be…
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