Emma Dean has signed a contract with US independent label – Candyrat Records – for the release of her upcoming EP, “White”. In the past, the record company have focussed on promoting instrumental guitarists, including renowned Kansas born performer, Andy McKee. However, in the last few years the company have become begun to promote singer-songwriters, of varying styles, shapes, sizes and ages, that they believe display not only superb song writing and ability, but exceptional musicianship.
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RICKIE LEE JONES – “The Devil You Know” Australian Tour – March 2013
RICKIE LEE JONES, one of the most acclaimed and talented American singer-songwriters of the modern era, brings her ‘The Devil You Know Tour’ to Australian and New Zealand shores this March *2013* for a limited series of concerts in intimate venues.
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Panama National Tour – February 2013
Having recorded their debut EP in LA with super producer, Eric Broucek of DFA Records fame, with the high hat help of drummer Jim Orso (Hot Chip / Holy Ghost!), Panama’s resume of ‘awesome’ is more elaborate than simply the company they keep.
A hugely successful 2012 saw the Sydney-based five-piece hijacking the #1 spot on Hype Machine with the title track to their debut EP “It’s Not Over”. The video clip for the anthemic offering has garnered over a quarter of a million views across vimeo and youtube.
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High Tension announce Debut Tour – March 2013
Melbourne’s High Tension have announced a debut tour across the East Coast of Australia this March to launch their self-titled 7inch/Digital EP.
Featuring ex members of Young & Restless (Karina Utomo – vocals, Ashley Pegram – guitar), The Nation Blue (Matt Weston – bass), and Love Like Electrocution & Heirs (Damian Coward – drums), the band have already made their presence felt despite a relatively brief existence.
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We the Ghosts to launch their new EP @ The Zoo, Brisbane – 9 March 2013
Brisbane country/rock quartet We the Ghosts are about to release their highly anticipated EP “Holdin’ On” at the iconic Valley music venue The Zoo. Resh from tours with Australian legends Icehouse & Jimmy Barnes, We the Ghosts are making a name for themselves as a high–‐energy live act and with the latest release, are proving that they can back up the hype. Following on from the success of the first single “Little Bit Crazy”
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Groovin’ The Moo Is Ripe ‘N’ Ready For a Premium 2013
Come the April/May cusp, GTM is looking forward to sharing some of the freshest sonic produce from favourite home-grown acts to international imports when returning to its much loved four regional towns as well as the Nation’s capital.
From Flume, Tame Impala, The Temper Trap and Seth Sentry to Example (UK), The Kooks (UK), Tegan and Sara (CAN) and The Bronx (USA), the GTM community of 75,000 from across the country are in for a premium shindig.
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The Gum Ball announces 2nd Round Lineup for 2013
True to their statement of presenting quality eclectic music, organisers of The 9th Annual Gum Ball have announced the second round of artists to the already impressive line up, with the alt-country ‘supergroup’ The Hillbilly Killers headlining the bill.
Comprising of Tim Rogers, Catherine Britt, Bill Chambers and friends the formidable collaboration known as The Hillbilly Killers will be performing an exclusive set at the festival.
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Wes Carr: ‘Blood & Bone’ EP Tour Dates – February 2013
It’s a longstanding belief in native American culture that when someone dream’s of a Buffalo, they will soon return back to their heritage, back to their roots. Proud to announce the release of his debut EP ‘Blood & Bone’, Buffalo Tales is the new project for Sydney based singer-songwriter Wes Carr.
From his early days fronting Silverchair-offshoot Tambalane, to his well publicised success on reality TV, Wes has well and truly paid his dues and already lived several musical lifetimes, all before reaching the age of 30. Buffalo sees Carr return to his organic singer/songwriter roots and is an intimate and natural fit with folk and alt country overtones, that lets his music speak for itself.
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Sylosis + Six Feet Under – Sidewaves announced!
Every generation of Metal bands has its pioneers – groups that re-define the genre musically and take it to a new level. SYLOSIS is one such band!
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The Wonder Years + Such Gold + Living With Lions + Versus The World – Sidewaves!
Engaging musicianship, reaching far beyond the repetitive droning of most of the genre, has made THE WONDER YEARS a critical darling even before their legion of fans began to take notice.
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SWANS (US) to perform in Sydney & Melbourne – February 2013
Australians have but a few weeks to prepare themselves for the torrent that is a performance from American post-punk band Swans. As announced in late 2012, The Frontier Touring Company will be bringing the commanding sextet to perform two East Coast shows next month alongside their appearance at ATP Festival.
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LOCAL NATIVES return to Australia for headline tour with new album ‘Hummingbirds’ – May 2013
The introduction of Local Natives to the international music scene in 2009 was a revelation. Their music and live shows are a deliberate brilliance of messiness and intricate harmonies creating a distinct sound that has enthralled critics and audiences alike.
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The Lamplights – ‘The River’ Tour – February/March 2013
THE LAMPLIGHTS are best known for making their audiences smile. One of things that sometimes get’s a little lost in their message of love is their individual musicianship.
Let’s face it, quite simply, THE LAMPLIGHTS shred and wail.
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Godspeed You! Black Emperor supports announced!
This February seminal Canadian post-rock collective Godspeed You! Black Emperor bring their heartrending live show to Australia for the first time. The band will headline shows in Sydney, Brisbane and a sold out Forum Theatre in Melbourne in February, as well as performing at Perth Festival and ATP’s ‘I’ll Be Your Mirror’.
An extremely limited allocation of tickets to the sold out Melbourne show on February 15th will be released this week. Tickets will go on sale at 12pm AEDT, this Wednesday the 23rd, via the Handsome Tours mailing list.
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The 7th Annual AC/DC Lane Rock ‘N’ Roll Festival Announced
Monoliths of modern Stoner Rock, Unida from the Californian desert and Truckfighters from Sweden will both play Australia for the first time as the co-headliners of the Cherry Bar’s 7th annual AC/DC Lane street rock n roll festival, CherryRock013 on Sunday 5 May 2013.
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