Tag Archives: newcastle

Luka Bloom is returning to Australia 2016!

luka
With a poet’s heart and a rockstar’s soul, Luka Bloom is regarded as one of Ireland’s best-respected contemporary folk artists, having produced 20 albums since the 1970s, Bloom continues to push the boundaries of what his music can do.
Continue reading Luka Bloom is returning to Australia 2016!

Live Review : Photo Gallery : Wish For Wings at The Small Ballroom, Newcastle – December 6, 2015

by Natasha Wyborn
Wish For Wings at The Small Ballroom, Newcastle
For a band that has toured Australia for the past 9 years to finally pull up stumps could be considered both a tragedy and sadly a reality of the times. Fans came out on a hot summer night to witness Wish for Wings last ever show in Newcastle. The band consisting of Rhys Watts (vocals), Aaron Spinks and Andy Barber (guitars), Adrian Spinks (bass) and Steve Kellner (drums). Demanding action from the crowd during the first song, and action is what they got. Moving to the beat of this two guitar attack the fans responded with feet and fists in the air. Watt’s powerful voice backed by the tight band gave us a set which was both exhilarating and exhausting.
Continue reading Live Review : Photo Gallery : Wish For Wings at The Small Ballroom, Newcastle – December 6, 2015

Confession – “The Final Tour” – January 2016

confession_
January 2016 will see Australian metalcore outfit Confession take a final bow – a choice made by their infamous frontman Michael Crafter, perhaps better known for his appearance on Big Brother, or generally outrageous internet presence – to leave the stage while on top, rather than to fade away as the responsibilities of life take the lead.
Continue reading Confession – “The Final Tour” – January 2016

Joey Cape + Chris Cresswell + Brian Wahlstrom + Laura Mardon – Australian Tour 2015

Tour Poster JC CC
It’s fair to say that Lagwagon frontman, Joey Cape just can’t get enough of Australia, confirming a run of solo shows on the back of his already announced Lagwagon dates.
Continue reading Joey Cape + Chris Cresswell + Brian Wahlstrom + Laura Mardon – Australian Tour 2015

Live Review : UB40 at Civic Theatre, Newcastle – November 18, 2015

Review and photos by Natasha Wyborn – David Jackson
UB40 Live at the Civic Theatre Newcastle, Australia – November 18th 2015
UB40 at Civic Theatre, Newcastle
From the time Brian Travers hit a note on his saxophone until the time the band walked off the stage, there was love, positivity and good vibes in the room; welcome to a UB40 concert.
Continue reading Live Review : UB40 at Civic Theatre, Newcastle – November 18, 2015

Unwritten Law – ‘Love Is The Law’ – Australian Tour 2015

UL

KillRockStar Entertainment presents San Diego melodic punk rock stalwarts Unwritten Law in Australia for their Love Is The Law tour this December, with very special guests, Adelaide’s Grenadiers.
Continue reading Unwritten Law – ‘Love Is The Law’ – Australian Tour 2015

Screamfeeder – New Single “Alone In A Crowd” + Tour Dates

screemfeeder
‘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..
Continue reading Screamfeeder – New Single “Alone In A Crowd” + Tour Dates

GLEN MATLOCK, EARL SLICK & SLIM JIM PHANTOM ‘Men Of No Shame’ Australian Tour 2016

GES02_
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.
Continue reading GLEN MATLOCK, EARL SLICK & SLIM JIM PHANTOM ‘Men Of No Shame’ Australian Tour 2016

Northlane cover Tame Impala + Node National Tour Kicks off November 4th!

northlane_

Northlane have put their own spin on a cover version of Tame Impala’s ‘Let It Happen’. The cover was recorded on the road on the current European headline tour which has seen the band sell out four shows in the UK, Paris and Germany and record a live set at the legendary BBC Maida Vale Studios. The studios are best known for the John Peel Sessions which included live session recordings by artists such as The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and David Bowie. The headline European run finishes this week and the band head home immediately to begin their national Australian tour in support of new album Node, which debuted at #1 on the ARIA chart earlier this year. The tour kicks off on Wednesday November 4 in Perth and sees the band play nine shows around Australia.
Continue reading Northlane cover Tame Impala + Node National Tour Kicks off November 4th!