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Sweden’s Jose Gonzalez Announces Brisbane Show – February 2016

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Sweden’s José González returns to Brisbane with his band for a special show at The Tivoli Theatre on February 10, playing favourites from across his catalogue including his worldwide hit ‘Heartbeats’ and celebrating his first solo album in seven years, ‘Vestiges And Claws’.
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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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Screamfeeder – New Single “Alone In A Crowd” + Tour Dates

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‘Alone In A Crowd’ is the first new material from Screamfeeder in ten years. The single will be proudly released through Poison City, offering a taste of their forthcoming album, set for release mid-2016..
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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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HIGH TENSION Welcomes New Member + Wins ‘Best Heavy Album’ at The Age Music Victoria Awards

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With a tear to their eye, HIGH TENSION waves goodbye to Drummer and founding member Damian Coward as he has moved to the opposite side of the country to focus on getting a real tan, cocktails and maybe even a career in mining. Life doesn’t sound too bad, does it?

His very suitable successor comes in the form of Lauren Hammel (Fear Like Us) and with Damo’s blessing “she’s a bloody shredder!”
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THIEVERY CORPORATION Announce Australian Tour 2016

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Lose yourself to the smooth tunes from the eclectic

THIEVERY CORPORATION, making a highly anticipated return to Australia this coming February 2016 – their first in over 4 years with a FULL LIVE BAND.
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Owen Rabbit – New Single “Denny’s” + Tour Dates

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Melbourne-based producer / multi-instrumentalist, Owen Rabbit, has just unveiled new indie-electronic cut ‘Denny’s’; the follow up from his breakthrough track ‘Holy Holy’, which received outstanding worldwide reviews and support earlier this year.
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SEVENDUST Announce Australian & New Zealand Tour – March 2016

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SEVENDUST’s triumphant return to Australia marks the first shows on Aussie soil in six years and Atlanta’s brutal hard rock kings are back as heavy as ever.
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BRISBANE FOLK CLUB – A monthly folk celebration

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Celebrating the best in local & national folk music, Paper Shoes Music & The Foundry are proud to announce an exciting new monthly event, The Brisbane Folk Club. Set to fuel your folk desire as it hits the stage of The Foundry on the first Wednesday every month, The Brisbane Folk Club’s very first incarnation kicks off on December 2nd with local folk favourites Ben Salter, Neighbour, and Marcus Blacke.
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Mountain Sounds Festival 2016 – First Line Up Announced

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Throwing down a smorgasbord of international and local talent, comes the first line up announce for Mountain Sounds Festival, promising yet another year of vibrant festivities and unparalleled musical vitality.
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MONO (JPN) Australia + New Zealand Tour December 2015 – Supports Announced

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Supports have been announced for the upcoming MONO tour. And what a great selection of Australian and Kiwi artists they are.
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EPICA – The Australian / New Zealand Enigma Tour – March 2016

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The EPICA experience returns and bring with them their grandiose, unforgettable live show to fans through Australia and New Zealand.

This is EPICA like you’ve never heard them before. Their latest album >The Quantum Enigma< sounds larger than life, expertly mixing devilishly sharp guitars, angelic choruses, evocative synthesizers, mindboggling drum work, and of course, another soaring vocal performance from Simone Simons. >The Quantum Enigma< is simultaneously the band's most intense and emotional release to date. Continue reading EPICA – The Australian / New Zealand Enigma Tour – March 2016

TOM JONES ANNOUNCES 2016 AUSTRALIAN TOUR

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TOM JONES ANNOUNCES 2016 AUSTRALIAN TOUR
Bluesfest headliner extends his visit, confirming dates across the country next March

Fresh from his announcement as one of the headline acts at Bluesfest 2016, comes the exciting news that the incomparable TOM JONES will extend his Australian visit to take in a further five headline shows.
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GLEN MATLOCK, EARL SLICK & SLIM JIM PHANTOM ‘Men Of No Shame’ Australian Tour 2016

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This February and March, legendary Sex Pistol Glen Matlock will be joined by Stray Cat Slim Jim Phantom and notorious John Lennon/Bowie lead guitarist Earl Slick for their only Australian tour. Don’t miss out on seeing three of rock’s true anti heroes mixing it live around Australia with shows in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Newcastle, Adelaide and Melbourne.
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