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Cyndi Lauper Australian Tour 2011 – March 2011 [Tour News]

November 29, 2010 admin

Iconic performer Cyndi Lauper is returning to Australia for a number of performances from March 2011.

Cyndi Lauper was the first artist to have five top ten singles from a debut album which included her mega hit Girls Just Wanna Have Fun. Cyndi has sold 25 million albums, received 13 Grammy nominations, two Emmy Awards, two American Music Awards, and 18 MTV Video Music Awards and continues to lead as a singer, songwriter, musician, actress, and activist.
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KINGS OF LEON ‘Come Around Sundown’ album tour coming to Australia March 2011 [Tour News]

November 29, 2010 admin

KINGS OF LEON – ‘COME AROUND SUNDOWN’ ALBUM TOUR

Their last tour down under in 2009 was the hottest of the year, with their shows selling out in minutes. This summer The Frontier Touring Company are thrilled to confirm the much anticipated return of Kings Of Leon with concerts scheduled for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth in March 2011.

Already established as one of the hottest bands in the world, Kings Of Leon reaffirmed their status in October this year, soaring straight to the top of the ARIA charts with their fifth studio album Come Around Sundown (out now through Sony) debuting at number one and securing Platinum status in quick succession.

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Sunset Sounds 2011 Successful Foster Bands Charlie Mayfair and Ball Park Music

November 27, 2010 admin

Congratulations to our foster band Charlie Mayfair for winning the Sounds Festival Foster Band competition!

Charlie Mayfair and Ball Park Music
Added to the Sunset Sounds 2011 Line Up

Thanks to the efforts of
Rave Magazine, The Courier Mail, Scene Magazine, The Sunday Mail, Fourthousand,
Groove Magazine, Bats Magazine, Biscuit Magazine, Brisbane Times and Life Music Media

At the beginning of November Sunset Sounds came together with a bunch of Brisbane music’s most supportive media outlets, to shine the light on local artists through the Sunset Sounds Foster Band Initiative.
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Indigo Girls (USA) Australian Tour – April 2011 [Tour News]

November 26, 2010 admin

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Grammy Award Winning American Folk Duo return to Australia in April 2011

“Their voices soar and swoop as one….and when they sing together; they radiate a sense of shared purpose…” Rolling Stone

The INDIGO GIRLS – the world’s most popular female folk rock duo will be delivering their distinctive sound in concert halls around the country when they return for their fourth Australian tour in April 2011.

For more than two decades, Indigo Girls: Amy Ray and Emily Saliers have presented some of their best music in front of cheering crowds – sometimes in the cramped confines of a small club, sometimes in a vast arena packed with thousands.

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LUKA BLOOM – AUSTRALIAN TOUR MARCH/APRIL 2011 [Tour News]

November 26, 2010 admin

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An internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, and recording artist; Luka Bloom has enjoyed twenty years of success worldwide. Since the release of one of the all-time Irish classics “Riverside” in 1990, people from all corners of the globe have embraced the true beauty of this remarkable musician. Luka returns in March 2011 for his 10th Australian tour to celebrate his career which has spanned over two decades.

With these celebrations, Luka has carefully chosen and re-recorded some of his stunning repertoire for the recently released DREAMS IN AMERICA.

These songs represent a fascinating journey, from when he immigrated to America in the late eighties, to the present day.
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DEVILDRIVER + ILL NINO + ALL THAT REMAINS + NONPOINT – Melbourne and Sydney sidewave announced! [Gig News]

November 26, 2010 admin

DEVILDRIVER has always been a band on a three-pronged mission: Work hard, rock harder, and kick as many asses as possible in the process.

Since the arrival of their self-titled debut in 2003, DEVILDRIVER have made a massive impact on the metal scene with their monstrous grooves, brutal, haunting vocals and crushing live performances. Their brilliant new album ʻPray for Villainsʼ only further cements them amongst metals elite. “Frantic pace, unrelenting power and a whole shitload of attitude, Pray for Villains is a killer record…honestly, words cannot prepare you for this one.” – Metal Hammer. Prepare for the onslaught…DEVILDRIVER will be taking no prisoners!
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Robbins, Stilson and Molloy @ Brisbane Powerhouse 7-19 December 2010 [Comedy Event]

November 25, 2010 admin

A-List Entertainment presents Robbins, Stilson and Molloy

After a sell-out Melbourne International Comedy Festival run Mick Molloy, Glenn Robbins and Jeff Stilson are taking their hilarious show on the road! After years of TV, film and radio appearances, the three comedians have gone back to their roots – standing behind a microphone in front of a roomful of punters. Three men, a microphone and 90 minutes of some of Australia’s best comedy.

Artists: Mick Molloy, Glenn Robbins and Jeff Stilson
Where: Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
When: Tue 7th December – Sun 19 December 7.30pm
Cost: $29.90 – $39.90

For more information go to www.brisbanepowerhouse.org

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Brisbane Powerhouse presents Waxing Lyrical – 11 December 2010 [Free Event]

November 25, 2010 admin

Brisbane Powerhouse presents Waxing Lyrical MUSIC

Great singer/songwriters are a rare and impressive breed able to effortlessly marry the poetry of words with a magical melody. Witness our favourite Australian singer songwriters in the round as they discuss the artistry behind their tunes and perform live.

Artists: Black Water Fever, Buffalo Brown, Wilson Pickers
When: Sat Dec 11 5pm:
Cost: FREE
Where: Turbine Platform
For more information go to www.brisbanepowerhouse.org

Note: Waxing Lyrical is on the 2nd Saturday of Every Month

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Brisbane Powerhouse presents Pecha Kucha Brisbane – 8 December 2010 [Event News]

November 25, 2010 admin

Brisbane Powerhouse presents Pecha Kucha Brisbane

Beijing, Bangalore, Belfast, Brussels, Berlin, Bern, Budapest, Buenos Aires, Bangkok and BRISBANE! It’s time for the design talent in Brisbane to see and be seen. Pecha Kucha is a worldwide phenomenon. Beginning in Tokyo in 2003, this renowned design presentation format (20 slides, 20 seconds per slide) was pioneered by Klein Dytham Architecture. It is patented to keep the presentations concise, inspiring, interesting and to the point. Pecha Kucha provides a relaxed forum for designers to present and showcase their work, skills and ideas. Pecha Kucha continues to be a highlight in the creative calendar, attracting large audiences to the Turbine Platform. Discussion, drinks and fresh ideas in the same room, with a vibrant crowd – this event is a social and engaging night out! Join the conversation!

Date: Wed 8 Dec 8.20pm
Cost: FREE
Where: Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse
For more information go to www.brisbanepowerhouse.org

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Ministry of Sound Classics New Years Day @ ivy, Sydney on 1st January 2011 [Event News]

November 25, 2010 admin

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Ministry of Sound Classics is back once again on New Years Day 2011, helping you bring in the New Year in classic style. Nestled neatly away from all the dirt, sweat and grime, Ministry of Sound Classics has become a staple to the party diet of many a seasoned punter, and this, it’s fifth instalment, is no exception and sure to be another sold-out show. There will be sunshine, there will be tunes, there will be five bars serving two rooms of sun-drenched house at Sydney’s premier Ivy Complex.

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Photos | Music At The Healesville Track Festival, 20th November 2010

November 24, 2010 admin

Photographer: Amy Skinder
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Photographer: Amy Skinder
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Cog announce Sydney Christmas Show [Gig News]

November 23, 2010 admin

Cog announce Sydney Christmas Show With special guests After The Fall and Overreactor

Tix on sale Now

Cog may have been lying low for the past few months, but to keep with tradition, they will dust off their gear and take the stage for their annual hometown Christmas show on December 22nd.

The Sydney Christmas show has become a staple date in the annual festive calendar for Cog fans, and this year will be no different. With the band taking time away from music recently, this annual show will be a rare and welcomed event.

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Social Distortion and The Bronx – Sydney sidewave announced!

November 22, 2010 admin

SOCIAL DISTORTION SYDNEY SHOW ADDED! THE BRONX TO SUPPORT!!

SOCIAL DISTORTION’S Australian fans will finally get their moment in the sun after 31 grueling years!

SOCIAL DISTORTION are seminal punk torchbearers and is all that is right and pure about rock’n’roll. There’s always been genuine soul in the work of this Orange County crew, Mike Ness undoubtedly the closest musical descendant to Johnny Cash as you’ll find in the business.

THE BRONX is the LA beast that cannot be tamed, neutered or sedated. Anyone that has seen the ultimate party mob live will testify to their blood pumping set, brutal punk’n’roll and unrivalled destruction with the conductor of carnage frontman Matt Caughtran. “If the spirit of punk and the brawn of US hardcore is to be found anywhere today then it is in The Bronx” – Mojo. THE BRONX are back in Australia, kicking ass and taking names.

Australian fans have waited what seems like an eternity for this; and we are thrilled to announce SOCIAL DISTORTION and THE BRONX will be performing a legendary sideshow at the Enmore Theatre on Tuesday 1 March.

TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE SYDNEY SHOW ON FRIDAY 26 NOVEMBER 2011, 9AM

New show announced!
TUESDAY 1 MARCH 2011 – SYDNEY, ENMORE THEATRE – Lic A/A
www.ticketek.com.au 132 849

WEDNESDAY 2 MARCH 2011 – MELBOURNE, PALACE THEATRE – 18+
www.ticketek.com.au 132 849 – On sale now…strictly limited tickets remain.

Visit: www.soundwavefestival.com

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SIERRA FIN “Lost Man’s Lie” Single Launch Tour – December 2010 [News]

November 21, 2010 admin

SIERRA FIN are happy to announce their ‘Lost Man’s Lie’ Single Launch dates. This is the first single from their debut album, ‘Cautionary Tale of the Beautiful Blackout’, an 11 part Song-Cycle with Symphony Orchestra. The Album was produced by Aria Award winning producer Paul McKercher (Augie March, Sarah Blasko, You Am I)

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