Tour News: MUDHONEY – Splendour In The Grass & Melbourne Show – July 2012

MUDHONEY have announced one Australian headline show only around their Splendour in the Grass appearance this July. The landmark Seattle band will play at the Corner Hotel, Melbourne on Friday July 27.

Forming in 1988 and made up of members of Green River and The Melvins, Mudhoney become the staple act of iconic grunge label Sub Pop when they signed to the company in the late 80s. Their debut EP Superfuzz Bigmuff and subsequent single ‘Touch Me I’m Sick’ saw them rise to international attention, and were invited to tour alongside Sonic Youth in 1989.
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Tour News: LADYHAWKE Australian Tour – July 2012

LADYHAWKE is confirmed to make a very welcome return to venues across Australia and New Zealand in July to perform musical gems like ‘My Delirium’, ‘Paris Is Burning’ and ‘Back Of The Van’ from her ARIA and Tui Award winning self-titled debut album; and showcase tunes from her forthcoming album, Anxiety – which will be unleashed on May 25.

Rediscover the familiar & ridiculously addictive 80’s electropop sounds of Ladyhawke’s hugely successful debut album and be blown away by the heavier, guitar-driven feel of the deliciously long-awaited 2nd album, Anxiety on Ladyhawke’s Australia/New Zealand tour.
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Interview with Gary Stringer – REEF

Interview by Robert Pugsley

British rockers Reef are heading back to Australia in June, so put your hands up and your eyes down as Life Music Media interviews Gary Stringer lead singer of Reef.

You may remember Reef for their 1997 hit “Place Your Hands ” from their Glow album or you may remember them from their Hey Hey It’s Saturday performance when they hilariously reacted to the poor treatment of some young Red Faces contestant by trashing the stage whilst screaming “Your Old”. Reef then threw down their instruments and literally did a runner. An angry Daryl Somers stared down the camera and boldly claim that Reef “will never work in this town again!” But alas poor Daryl it looks like Reef and their Aussie fans that are having the last laugh.
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Tour News: The Butterfly Effect – “Effected” Tour | April-June 2012

Brisbane’s The Butterfly Effect have had a huge month since announcing that singer Clint Boge will leave the band at the end of their next tour, ending this chapter of the band’s history with an 18-track retrospective album. Fans have reacted in huge numbers, showing their support for a band that has been part of the Australian hard rock scene for over 10 years.

The band’s “Effected” tour which weaves its way around the country in April through June with guests Numbers Radio and Greenthief has seen huge demand with many shows close to selling out and the band are thanking fans with a free MP3 of their hit “Gone”. The track was recorded acoustically featuring a brilliant understated vocal performance from Clint and is available for free to fans on their mailing list, or to new fans who sign up at their Facebook page.
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Double Pass Giveaway: The Caxton Street Seafood & Wine Festival 2012

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Welcome to a Queensland tradition – The Caxton Street Seafood & Wine Festival. After a successful 2011, this year’s festival is set to raise the bar even higher with a fantastic selection of seafood, a tantalising array of wines, an incredible line up of performing artists from across the country, and of course over 15,000 of your fun loving family and friends!

LIFE MUSIC MEDIA is giving away 5 double passes to The Caxton Street Seafood & Wine Festival 2012!
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Ticket Giveaway: MOUNT KIMBIE – The Hi-Fi Shoreline Series – Brisbane & Melbourne shows!

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London’s premiere post-dubstep duo Mount Kimbie are returning to Australia in May as part of the The Hi Fi Shoreline Series and have announced that OSCAR ‘N’ MARTIN will be joining them for the ride.

LIFE MUSIC MEDIA is giving away double passes to the MOUNT KIMBIE – The Hi-Fi Shoreline Series (May 2012) – shows in Brisbane and Sydney.
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Interview: Dominic Maker – MOUNT KIMBIE

Interview by Stuart Blythe
With London’s premiere post-dubstep duo Mount Kimbie returning to Australia in May (2012) as part of the The Hi Fi Shoreline Series, Stuart Blythe from Life Music Media caught up with Dominic Maker *one half of Mount Kimbie* for a chat.

LifeMusicMedia: You’re heading to Australia in May as part of The Hi Fi Shoreline Series of shows. What can fans expect at the shows?

Dominic Maker – Mount Kimbie: We’re not 100% sure yet. We’ve been locked away for a few months but hopefully we’ll be ‘bringing the party’ by the time we get down there.

LifeMusicMedia: Have you got any pre-show routines/superstitions?

Mount Kimbie: Used to like arriving about 5 minutes before we played but now we just make jokes about the local culture and try and stay at the optimum level of drunk for performing. Which is not very.
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JACK WHITE to perform two headline sideshows this July!

Rock luminary JACK WHITE will be performing two headline shows in Melbourne and Sydney this July to showcase material from his much anticipated solo debut Blunderbuss (out 20 April through Sony).

Undoubtedly one of the world’s most prolific artists to emerge in the past fifteen years, Jack White has helmed some of the world’s most venerable musical outfits including The White Stripes, The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather.

The multitalented musician, eminent producer and successful label owner has taken home nine Grammys in seven different categories, proving his versatility and prowess within all endeavours. Blunderbuss is no exception.

The first single ‘Love Interruption’ from his most recent endeavour was quickly devoured and doted upon, as was follow up track ‘Sixteen Saltines’, leaving critics and fans hungry for more:

“Reminiscent of deeper cuts on the last few White Stripes albums, “Love Interruption” is an unusual but tantalizing lead track… Like the recent material from his other bands – and its title — “Love Interruption” leaves you lusting for more.” – BILLBOARD
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Ticket Giveaway: THE GOOD SHIP – Seven Seas Single Launch @ Beetle Bar, Brisbane

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“Seven Seas” is sung from the perspective of a sea dog locked in a prison cell for murder, not regretting his actions but only lamenting the fact that he cannot reach his beloved ocean. The song is typical of the band’s musical approach, with an upbeat and jaunty feel hiding a dark and morbid sentiment.

LIFE MUSIC MEDIA is giving away a double pass to THE GOOD SHIP – Seven Seas Single Launch @ Beetle Bar, Brisbane – Friday 20th April 2012

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Watch: The Good Ship – ‘Seven Seas’ | Official Video


Official music video for The Good Ship’s fifth single “Seven Seas”.

Produced by Cartel Film Production: http://cartelfilms.com.au/
Director: Davros El Davros
Producer: Katherine Cooke
DOP: Tristan Houghton and Davros El Davros
Edit: Tristan Houghton
Online and VFX: Davros El Davros

Styling: The Good Ship

It’s been nearly two years since THE GOOD SHIP stormed the beaches with their debut album Avast! Wretched Sea.
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