Soundwave 2016 First Line Up Announced
2 November 2015
After the almost eternal-seeming drip feed, Soundwave have finally officially announced the first round of acts for their 2016 incarnation.
2 November 2015
After the almost eternal-seeming drip feed, Soundwave have finally officially announced the first round of acts for their 2016 incarnation.
2 November 2015
Ballarat muso and radio host Matt Malone isn’t content with just being a muso and radio host and so he has assembled a live showcase of experimental music called The Radical Audio Temple.
2 November 2015
Tickets remain for 10cc’s show at Bendigo’s Ulumbarra Theatre this Saturday, October 31. Apparently the band got their name after UK Records founder Jonathan King had a dream about a successful band with the name 10cc, although there is an alternative theory that I am not going to tell you here. Annoying, right?
1 November 2015
The mastermind of City & Colour, Dallas Green, is coming a little closer to home, after Bluesfest sideshows were announced recently. Green will appear at the popular Byron Bay festival to get his feet muddy with the locals, but will also head to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne on April 2. Clean feet guaranteed.
1 November 2015
Early 2016 will bring with it a regional tour from Guy Sebastian. From talent show contestant to talent show judge, Guy Sebastian has crammed a whole lot into his career – over 10 top ten singles, multi-platinum albums, platinum and gold certifications and over three million album sales.
1 November 2015
Katie Noonan returns to Castlemaine early next month, and she is bringing along Vanguard with her. The ARIA-winning singer, who we first became familiar with through pop-rock outfit george, has assembled the familiar faces of Stu Hunter and Declan Kelly of The Captains, along with PJ Koopman, for the new project.
31 October 2015
The Sweethearts are one of the longest running and talented bunch that we can think of, so we’re pretty darn excited they’re putting together a live release. The album is on its way, recordings are being done as we speak and if you’re not the most patient person, head long to https://vimeo.com/119490941 and watch the promo for the band’s ‘Heart & Soul’ TV show to air on ABC3.
31 October 2015
Through highs and lows, rocker Jon Stevens has soldiered on. Released recently is Woman, his first solo album since 2011. It also marks the first time Stevens has been in a studio since the recording of The Dead Daisies debut in 2013.
31 October 2015
Love her or hate her, Saturday nights on triple j will never be the same, as Nina Las Vegas has left the radio station to rule the world, ahem, start her own record label NLV Records. We’re hoping for big things on this one…
31 October 2015
Well, we gave this a quick mention last issue but because we do our best to stay true to our word, here is a bigger write-up about the upcoming Suttons Birthday Weekend Festival. In celebration of its first birthday, Suttons has lined up four days of music, kicking off November 12.
30 October 2015
There’s something about visiting the zoo that rekindles our love for those childhood years, pair that with some music and you’ve got a great time, and some conflicting emotions about being a child trapped in an adults body.
30 October 2015
Time to do some warmup stretches and invest in a good pair of runners as Run Geelong has come around for another year. Held on November 22 the event will be supporting the redevelopment of the Geelong Hospital Special Care Nursery. Hit up www.runaustralia.com.au to register.
30 October 2015
The Witching Hour will join BØG, Merchant, Tusk, Lowpoint, Sapphira’s Wall and She Beast for a massive Halloween show at Bendigo’s Music Man this Saturday night, October 31. Dylan Joel hits Geelong’s Workers Club on October 31, while The Go Set make Geelong’s Barwon Club their home on October 31. November 1 delivers Tex Perkins to Geelong’s Workers Club and Carus Thompson to the Lorne Hotel.
30 October 2015
Maybe you haven’t heard, but a little bit of laughter goes a long way for the soul. What goes even further is when it’s for a good cause. Mercure & Novotel are hosting a one-off comedy night with Dave O’Neil, Tom Gleeson and Lehmo sharing some jokes for a Mission Australia.
30 October 2015
Ghosts and ghouls will come out to play at Ballarat’s Karova on October 31 when the venue opens its doors for a little Halloween bash. Or should that be Helloween bash? No, Halloween bash will do. Hometown heroes The Murlocs have been entrusted to provide the songs and scares for the night.
30 October 2015
Last call for the inaugural Aus Music Festival – Warrnambool, people. Focusing on music and songs “made and played in Australia”, Aus Music Festival – Warrnambool will feature a series of ticketed concerts featuring local and visiting performers.
29 October 2015
With Rainbow Serpent Festival set to return for another colourful round in 2016, a little warm-up is taking place this Saturday, October 31. Urban Gathering is a team effort of CERES Environment Park, TREASURE EXCHANGE and Mosaic Vision and welcomes a day of music, markets and workshops.
29 October 2015
The Mildura Jazz Festival arrives this weekend, October 30 through November 2. Combining traditional jazz and swing with more contemporary sounds, the festival is perfect for a relaxing day out. Mildura’s paddlesteamers, riverside wineries, clubs and pubs, plenty of gourmet food and locally produced wine only sweetens the deal.
29 October 2015
WOMADelaide have added more than 30 artists to next year’s festival, taking place in March. Leading the second round of artists is UK’s Mercury Prize nominated and politically charged electronic act, Asian Dub Foundation.
29 October 2015
The Getaway Plan have been hard at it since early September, making their way around the country as part of their ‘Dark Horses’ tour. It’s finally time for a little action in our neck of the woods, with the band hitting Geelong’s Workers Club this Saturday night, October 31.
29 October 2015
On April 22, 2012 for the first time in 21 years the Sunnyboys hit the stage in Sydney and now the original line up of Jeremy Oxley, Peter Oxley, Richard Burgman and Bil Bilson will make an appearance at the Wool Exchange Entertainment Complex in Geelong on March 11.
29 October 2015
Halloween is upon and so are the ‘Daye of the Dead’ celebrations at Pistol Pete’s on October 31. Whack on your best sugar skull face paint, don a sombrero and head along to catch Mick Dogs Boneyard perform at 9.30pm. There’ll be prizes and giveaways, so it may be worth putting a bit more thought into your costume than the $2 hat you just bought.
29 October 2015
Armed with their galactic soul breaks, Passerine kicked off a little tour recently in support of their new release, ‘Look Up’. The Melbourne trio, comprised of Phoebe Dubar, Alex Gooding and Ben Murphy, three souls with diverse musical backgrounds, released their debut single ‘Ready to Begin’ in 2013.
29 October 2015
Jeez, there is something about Aussie bands and a strong work ethic. When it comes to The Ocean Party you have five albums to choose from, beginning with their 2012 debut The Sun Rolled Off the Hills. Light Weight is their latest slab of goodness.
