Tenzin Choegyal, Perfect Potion and Brisbane Powerhouse present
Festival of Tibet
1 -5 February 2012
All proceeds benefit the Tibetan Children’s Village, India.

Tibetan monks, yoga, meditation, ritual dance, music, films, exhibitions and more will converge at the Brisbane Powerhouse during the Festival of Tibet 2012 from 1 – 5 February 2012.

Back for its fourth year, the Festival of Tibet celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Tibet whilst acknowledging the present challenges and looking to the future, according to festival creator Tenzin Choegyal.

“The festival is an opportunity for everyone to explore Tibetan culture,” said Choegyal. “We have meditation, musical performances, film screenings, dance workshops, open discussions and many more ways people can participate and get a taste of the Tibetan way of life.”

“The festival is not only entertaining and educational, it is a great cause as proceeds from the event go towards the Tibetan Children’s Village in India, which is a non-profit institution for the care and education of orphaned and destitute Tibetan children in exile as well as monks in exile,” he added.

The festival features musicians Roaring Fire Choir, Tibert2Timbuk2 and Tenzin Choegyal as well as films such as Summer Pasture, about a Tibetan family reconciling traditional and modern ways of life.

Ancient arts including chanting, ritual dance and sand mandala will also be presented at the festival by the Tashi Lhunpo Monks of Tibet. Forums will also be held with renowned Tibetan activist and author Tenzin Tsundue, spiritual leader Geshe Lobsang Jamjang and Dr Tsering Thakchoe from the Tibetan Medical and Astrological Institute.
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Day six at the Brisbane International saw Andy Murray defeat Marcos Baghdatis in the first of two men’s quarterfinal matches on Pat Rafter Arena.

Australia’s No.1 men’s player, Bernard Tomic, also progressed with a win over Denis Istomin and will now meet the Scotsman in the semifinals tomorrow.

On court tonight Kim Clijsters was forced to retire with a left hip injury opening the door for Daniela Hantuchova to play in her first Brisbane International final. She will meet Kaia Kanepi who defeated No.3 seed Francesca Schiavone in straight sets.

The tournament reached another record crowd on Friday with 10,598 attending the day and night sessions. To date 75,395 patrons have entered the Queensland Tennis Centre gates.

In semifinal action tomorrow No.2 seed Gilles Simon will meet No.3 seed Alexandr Dolgopolov followed by Murray versus Tomic.

Tomorrow night the Brisbane International 2012 women’s champion will be crowned and the women’s doubles champions.
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Seeded players Francesca Schiavone, Kim Clijsters, Gilles Simon and Alexandr Dolgopolov have progressed on day five. While No.2 seed Andrea Petkovic made an early exit, after being upset by Kaia Kanepi 6-1 7-6(7).

The tournament reached another record crowd with 12,096 attending the day and night sessions. To date 64,797 patrons have entered the Queensland Tennis Centre gates.

Tomorrow on Pat Rafter Arena the men’s No.1 seed Andy Murray faces Marcos Baghdatis in the first of two men’s quarterfinals matches. Australian No.8 Bernard Tomic will meet Denis Istomin who is yet to play a full match.

Australians Ash Barty and Casey Dellaqua are first up on court playing for a spot in the women’s doubles final.

Headlining tomorrow night are Clijsters, Daniela Hantuchova, Schiavone and Kaia Kanepi.

For more details on tomorrow’s schedule please click here

Results, draws and the latest photos and videos
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SO FRENCHY SO CHIC IN THE PARK: A summer picnic basket packed with the best French food, wine and music from Nouvelle Vague, Asa, Fefe and Moriarty. C’est délicieux.

So Frenchy So Chic In The Park is a one day celebration on Sunday 15th January 2012 of new French music performed against the magical backdrop of Werribee Park Mansion. It’s not just a boutique music festival – it’s a day in the gardens with fine food and wine to accompany tunes floating through the summer air.
Here’s just a taste of what’s on offer…

Egg Unlimited will be preparing three specially created hampers around a French theme, such as the French Fare For Two Share Box with delicious smoked leg ham and brie baguettes, salad nicoise and tarts for dessert. Or for something a little more decadent, there’s the Provodore Box with rare roasted Angus beef brioche rolls, salads, a cheese plate, fruit and chocolate pastries. The Vegetarian Share Box is just as tasty, with caramelised onion and double brie tarts, salad nicoise and other little treats.
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Jelena Jankovic, Marcos Baghdatis, Radek Stepanek, Bernard Tomic and Andy Murray all progressed on day four with top seeds Samantha Stosur and Serena Williams making early exits.

Stosur was upset by Czech Iveta Benesova 6-4 6-2 and Williams withdrew post-match due to a left ankle injury. Earlier in the day she defeated Bojana Jovanovski 6-2 6-4. Daniela Hantuchova will now progress to the semi-finals.

The tournament reached another record crowd on Wednesday with 13,436 attending the day and night sessions. To date 52,701 patrons have entered the Queensland Tennis Centre gates.

In action tomorrow day on Pat Rafter Arena are Jelena Jankovic who will play French Open champion Francesca Schiavone. They will be followed by No.2 seeds Gilles Simon and Andrea Petkovic.
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Big Day Out Festival is pleased to announce their new partnership with C3 Presents, promoters of Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits Music Festival.

Big Day Out and C3 will collaborate in the continued growth and expansion of the Big Day Out Festival in Australia with the union of talent development, creative execution and production, commercial excellence and innovation to expand on what a global music business can achieve. C3 Presents, with its rapid expansion of festivals and touring activity in the South American market, along with its depth of relationships with artists and audiences in the US, will work with Big Day Out to focus particular attention on what their Trans-Pacific relationship can offer to increase opportunities for Australian and international artists across the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
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Photographer: Stuart Blythe
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Andrea Petkovic, Radek Stepanek, Tommy Haas, Kei Nishikori, Francesca Schiavone, Daniela Hantuchova, Kim Clijsters and Andy Murray all progressed on day three.

Murray survived a scare in his first round match winning 5-7 6-3 6-2 in just over two hours and in an up and down match for both players Clijsters defeated Ana Ivanovic 6-1 1-6 6-3.

The tournament reached another record crowd with 14,425 attending the day and night sessions. To date 39,265 patrons have entered the Queensland Tennis Centre gates.

In action tomorrow on Pat Rafter Arena are Australian wildcard James Duckworth who meets the No.2 seed Gilles Simon, US Open Champion Sam Stosur and multiple Grand Slam Champion Serena Williams.

Murray will join Bernard Tomic as the headline matches on Pat Rafter Arena tomorrow night.

For more details on tomorrow’s schedule please click here

Results, draws and the latest photos and videos
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Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith and former SikTh front-man Mikee Goodman have joined forces for a brand new studio project called Primal Rock Rebellion.

The forthcoming album fuses together two very different approaches to music – Mikee’s unique vocal tones and dark, yet colourful lyrics, and Adrian’s instantly recognisable guitar melodies and song writing prowess. Adrian also plays bass throughout the album! All songs were co-written by Adrian and Mikee as individual pieces of work and recorded in creative windows of opportunity.

Adrian comments “It was interesting doing this album with Mikee not least because we have quite different influences. I was really pleased with the way it turned out. It has a really fresh feel to it.”
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There is a new wave of artists that are constantly evolving and pushing the boundaries. A DAY REMEMBER are at the forefront of this uprising redefining a genre that was desperately seeking creativity,

2011 has been a monstrous year for the Florida quintet. From topping billboard charts and being crowned MTV’s breakthrough artist of 2011 to selling out arena’s across the globe, propelling A DAY TO REMEMBER to unprecedented heights. Their new album ‘ What separates me from you’ showcases the band at their unrelenting best with alternative press proclaiming “Whether it’s crafting a pop-punk anthem or delivering a sonic beatdown, A DAY TO REMEMBER do it better than everyone, and for the rest of us, that’s where the separation lies.” – Alternative Press
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Brisbane boys, Luke, Ryan and Nathan Hourihane are three brothers, who formed Danger at the Door less than six months ago, finding fourth band member Keelan Callaghan on a musician advertising website. The boys have been busy writing, recording and playing gigs ever since. A promotional video for the song “Devil” was filmed at their latest show at The Globe theatre by Red tape productions.

Danger at the Door have already recorded a four track demo and have been told they have similarities to bands such as “Foo Fighters” and “Rage against the machine”.

Now with over fourteen songs written, the boys are getting set to play The Zoo in Fortitude Valley Brisbane, on Wednesday the 18th January 2012. Ryan stated, “Playing at The Zoo is a big step for the band, as it can open up lots of opportunities. We can’t wait!”

So come check out Danger at the Door on Wednesday the 18th January 2012 at The Zoo, Brisbane. Doors open at 7.30pm. Tickets can be purchased from www.oztix.com for $6 or $8 at the door.

Check out Danger at the Door on http://www.facebook.com/dangeratthedoor

Danger at the Door from Red Tape Pictures on Vimeo.

Day two of the Brisbane International saw a record crowd of 12,595 attend the Monday day session and the first Kids Day held at the event.

The previous day attendance record was 8824 recorded on the tournament’s first Sunday session in 2009.

Add to this a record Monday night attendance of 5883 and the combined day-night attendance of 18,478 smashed the previous day-night Brisbane International record attendance of 13,121 set in 2010.

This record-breaking day saw Ana Ivanovic, Serena Williams, Bernard Tomic, Sam Stosur, Andrea Petkovic and Gilles Simon progress to the second round with Ivanovic’s victory setting up a blockbuster round two clash against Kim Clijsters at Pat Rafter Arena tomorrow.

Also in action on day three are Australians Matthew Ebden up against former Brisbane International champion, Radek Stepanek, and Marinko Matosevic against Germany’s Tommy Haas.

For more details on tomorrow’s schedule please click here

Results, draws and the latest photos and videos
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Love Police announce the first ever tour for one of the UK’s most exciting new talents, Yuck.

Inspired by the likes of Sonic Youth, the Cure, Red House Painters, and the Jesus And Mary Chain, these north London newbies have made a deeply melodic, and casually thrilling coming-of-age album with their debut self titled release.
And now, you can hear them smash it out live as they hit the sideshow stages in Sydney and Melbourne while on the groovy Laneway Festival circuit. Joining them will be first time visitors from the USA, EMA, and Sydney’s Step Panther.
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They concluded one of the longest Australian tours by any international act in 2010, now Guttermouth are returning to their second home to do an extended tour of the East Coast of Australia.

Straight out of Huntington Beach, California; Guttermouth have been stirring controversy for almost 25 years with few bands matching the intensity on stage and off. They have seen the rise and fall of many of their punk rock contemporaries, all the while managing to maintain their explicit in-your-face attitude all in the name of good fun. In 2010 they sold out shows all over Australia, Japan & even Thailand. In January they will drive all the way up the east coast again – starting in Geelong and making the journey all the way up to Cairns before jetting off to Japan & Europe as part of the biggest tour in their history.
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‘Kick-starting’ the New Year in the leafy-surrounds of Sydney’s stunning Domain, 32 of the hottest Australian and International artists in music, including Justice (live), Calvin Harris, Example, Gotye, Moby (DJ set) and Flight Facilities entertained 25,000 young Sydneysiders as they partied their way into 2012 at Sydney’s original and best New Year’s Day extravaganza, Field Day, now in its 11th consecutive sell-out year.

Bringing together a colourful assortment of electronic, indie, hip hop dubstep and dance sounds, Field Day 2012 embraced music-lovers with a charged atmosphere to celebrate the New Year in true Sydney style – with a perfect summers day, beautiful people and the setting sun framed by the stunning city skyline.
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