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Brothers Grim began six years ago when James and Matt Grim (Australian Guitar Player Magazine's 'Guitarist To Look Out For' in 2011) began writing songs inspired by the dusty blues music they grew up listening to, but driven with the intensity and excitement of the rock n'roll bands that informed their youth.

To fuse these elements of old and new - think Australian heavyweights like Chain, The Loved Ones, Rose Tattoo and Beasts Of Bourbon with a healthy twist of rockabilly swagger - the Brothers enlisted Hellbent Revelators drummer Stephen Devlin, infamous for his dynamic style, and the welcome double bass talent of Dominic Lindus who's thunderous approach and ability to combine complicated slap with subtle traditional blues playing made him the perfect candidate.

Once the line-up was solidified, BGATBM's self-branded 'Sex-Voodoo-Delta-Blues-Abilly' was cemented in an exciting musical concoction often described by journalists as 'dangerous'. Atop that fire-y foundation, Brothers Grim And The Blue Murder's built a smouldering live reputation that engages dedicated punters with a combination of blush-worthy charm, razor sharp wit and explosive performance.

After three years of constant touring - following a sold out launch for their debut LP A Year To Forget [2011] at the legendary Corner Hotel - and sell out shows up and down the east coast, Brothers Grim earned their reputation as a well-oiled touring hybrid blues machine through loads of sweat, even more swagger and not a little swooning.

Currently recalibrating from a recent Rock It Festival appearance alongside The Black Keys, and the debaucherous tour for single 'Been A While' - Brothers Grim And The Blue Murders are warming up at Westcoast Blues & Roots, where they'll share stages with legends Robert Plant, Iggy Pop and Ben Harper, before heading out on the nationwide tour of their new 7 track EP Roll It In.

With buzz from his packed showcases in Los Angeles, and having recently completed his second album - titled "The Pilgrim" - with legendary producer, Mark Opitz, talented Sydney-based singer/songwriter Owen Campbell has announced that he will embark upon a national tour.

Regional audiences caught a glimpse of what's to come fromCampbelllast month, when he supported Diesel in Victorian and NSW venues, and the response was such that Owen will take his band on the road, with the intention of reaching fans in every capital city and surrounding areas.

Owen has toured extensively throughout his career, including international festivals, this is his first national headline tour, encompassing Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth, Adelaide, Wagga Wagga, Geelong, Wollongong and Byron Bay, with more to be announced.

Owen enjoyed extraordinary success in 2012, with his debut album titled "Sunshine Road" spending over ten months in the Australian iTunes Blues Charts, twice reaching the No. 1 position and achieving Top 10 status in the ARIA charts as well as charting in the Top 5 in five different countries.

Owen Campbell was a finalist in last year's season of "Australia's Got Talent".

This is a filthy record. "Pop" is a filthy word. Abbe May does not care if you are offended by the lack of guitars in this album. She says "Kiss My Apocalypse".

Kiss My Apocalypse is unashamedly sexual and would almost be romantic if it weren't for the vitriol. The product of two summers, the album was created over 18 months of experimentation with producer Sam Ford and a Mellotron in a little studio in Perth, Western Australia.

The album follows 2011's AMP-nominated masterpiece "Design Desire". A heavy, guitar drenched experimental rock record which opened international doors and cemented Abbe May as one of Australia's most lauded female artists.

"Design Desire was a deliberate trip into 70's psychedelia and an intentional marrying of that with reverb drenched enya-esque 80's vocals, ' said Abbe. "I'm bored with standard rock. I'm bored with the standard 'cool'."

Design Desire spawned four singles including Mammalian Locomotion which prompted MTV US' Nic Harcourt to write "Abbe May plays a scorching guitar- she is the fucking shit" and influential blog Popmatters to proclaim "Abbe May is set to destroy the entire rock world". The dark, yet unmistakable pop fusion of the album achieved a near clean sweep of four star reviews and led to national tours and inclusion on some of Australia's biggest festivals including Big Day Out, Pyramid Rock and Meredith.

Kiss My Apocalypse is a completely different animal. Minimal guitars. Maximum synth driven doom pop. It's as if the vocals took over while the guitars were passed out in the bathroom.

"Pop is sexy when done well and it's incredibly difficult to do it well if you try too hard, " said Abbe. "We wanted to get away from music that took itself too seriously. I'm so tired of this whole shoe gaze - it-cost-a-lot-of-money-to get-a-haircut-that-looks-like-i-haven't-brushed-my-hair-in-months type sh*t. "Artists" in denial that they are basically just entertainers. Being an entertainer is more meaningful if you ask me. It's not such a selfish pursuit."

To label The Audreys as just another roots-folk band would be a tragic mistake.Taasha Coates should have been a nightclub singer, crooning like Lena Horne before a starstudded crowd at the Cocoanut Grove in 1950's Los Angeles. Tristan Goodall, on the other hand, would probably choose to be reborn as a member of Crazy Horse rocking out Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere in 1969.The Audreys is the common ground where these two extremes collide and, extraordinarily, coalesce.

Taasha and Tristan's musical partnership has endured plenty over the last ten years -
countless miles on the road cooped up in vans; hundreds of shows (from tiny dives to the
world's biggest festivals); a series of immeasurably talented band members; crippling writer's
block; relocations between Melbourne and Adelaide; three albums, each of which won an
ARIA Award for Best Blues & Roots Album (which has to be some kind of record!).

Since the release in 2012 of "Collected", a box set containing all three albums plus bonus
material, The Audreys have been hitting the road as a duo playing some beautiful venues
across Australia. Talented, warm and disarmingly funny, the pair delight and entrance their
audiences with grace and grit in equal measure. Come and see The Audreys play tracks from
all three of their albums (along with their signature quirky covers and a new song or two) at
The Speigeltent before they take off for the states to play South by Southwest.

www.theaudreys.com.au

Two legendary Aussie pub rock bands together for one night only at The Bridge Hotel!

Despite the rigors of touring and the passing of years the spark and energy of The Radiators has not diminished. They continue to do what they do best - tour extensively, play an average of 150 times per year and delight the legions of fans both young and old who still flock to grab a slice of living Aussie Rock history, rocking the night away to the great catchy songs and classic hits that have made The Radiators a household name in Australia.

Prior to 1978 Brian Nichol was bass guitar/lead vocals and Fess Parker was lead guitar in "Big Swifty". At the same time Geoff Turner was bass guitarist with RCA signed "Twister". After the two bands performed together a couple of times "Twister" disbanded and "Big Swifty" decided on a change of musical direction. Times were changing and major advances had been made in the music industry so the two bands and their music styles merged and drummer Chris Tagg was added to the mix .

Brendan Callinan brought keyboards to The Radiators in 1979 and the individual members of the Band began their prolific song writing careers. By the time Chris Tagg left the Band in 1984 three albums had been released and The Radiators had been awarded Gold Records for "Scream of the Real" and "Up For Grabs". A little further down the track their Albums "Feel the Heat" and "You Have the Right to Remain Silent" scored double Platinum.

The Radiators was now an incorporated Company.

When 1990 rolled around Mick Buckley moved on, had overseas success and keyboardist Brendan departed. Drummer extraordinaire Mark Lucas signed up and it was decided thereafter to forego keyboards.

That was the lineup of the mighty Radiators in 1990 and so it remains to this day!

FAST FORWARD 35 YEARS TO 2013

Little did anyone realize back in 1978 that The Radiators would still be together, still hugely popular and still producing quality music with no signs of slowing down.

Travelling thousands upon thousands of kilometres up, down and across the length and breadth of this vast country, The Radiators have carved a niche in the annals of Aussie Rock history. They have headlined and shared the stage with other great Aussie acts such as AC/DC, Rose Tattoo, Dragon and INXS.

2004 saw the release of The Radiators' 25th Anniversary Album, a compilation of their most popular singles. While this Album sold well and had chart success, the boys were keen to try something new.
In 2008 their controversial single "Gimme Head" was re-recorded and remixed by The Cut in Sydney, and picked up by Melbourne Recording Company, Vicious. The single debuted at No. 25 on the ARIA Club Charts, quickly climbing to No. 9 in the first 5 days.

The new "Gimme Head" was snapped up by Australian Fashion Week and featured on their television advertisements shown on Channel 10.

Despite the rigors of touring and the passing of years the spark and energy of The Radiators has not diminished. They continue to do what they do best - tour extensively, play an average of 150 times per year and delight the legions of fans both young and old who still flock to grab a slice of living Aussie Rock history, rocking the night away to the great catchy songs and classic hits that have made The Radiators a household name in Australia.

Not bad for four boys from humble beginnings with big dreams and one wonders what this powerhouse band is capable of producing next.

THE RADIATORS - 35 years old and still going strong!

 

Spy V Spy are back, and after a handful of shows with new enlisted front man Dave Wilkins, are performing with a renewed energy!

Guitarist and Songwriter Michael Weiley, is quietly confident with Dave on voice. "These shows have bought back the faithful fan base along with new fans it is just fantastic! We are still performing the hits like: Sallie Anne, Hard Times, Harry's Reasons' 'Injustice', 'Credit Cards', 'Don't Tear It Down' and 'Mission Man' - they are all there!"

Spy V Spy was born in 1981 from the inner city squat of Sydney going on to be one of the most powerful live bands on the Australian Live circuit. They had loads of street cred and a politically tough attitude, which reflected on the Australian Music Charts for years. This resulted in their share of Gold and Platinum albums including A.O.Mod. T.V. Vers & Harrys Reasons and Top 10 Radio Hits such as 'Credit Cards' and 'Don't Tear It Down'. They are part of Australia's Music history

Tulalah (too-lah-lah) - six piece band consisting of five uber talented guys and one so, girl. Portraying folk sensibilities layered with jazz harmony and complex time feels. All members possess the ability to vocalize harmonies whilst mastering an array of different instrumentations. Love to crescendo tunes with a good old 'rock out' displaying passion for dramatic dynamic fluctuations. One may experience an emotional rollercoaster from tear jerking morbidity to an up tempo pop jig.

Tulalahs EP The Mule, is a culmination of tunes which best demonstrates their diverse and exciting sound as well as popular songs requested by their most avid fans. The Mule features songs vocally lead by both Bridie Cotter and Nick Roder as well as showcasing the talents of the other 4 members of the band through complex vocal harmonies and on their respective instruments. The EP was recorded in the budding home studio of Simon Hodson, mixed by the talented and impressively experienced engineer/producer Simon Cotter and mastered by the also experienced Simon Paul. This amalgamation of 3 Simons proves to be extremely successful with an impressive sound quality all round. The album artwork came to life via the talents of George Bendall. George has been their resident artist from day one and never fails to connect the music with her visual creations.

"well written songs and beautiful arrangements."

"Featuring immense talent...this is a band that you will see plenty more of" - Matthew Ware for Melbourne Music word press

"Quite how Tulalah have remained an unknown proposition is befuddling, and unlikely to remain the case for long."

"Clearly very accomplished musicians are one of the most imaginative combos around" - Andy Hazel for themusic.com.au

Stikki Roder - Guitar, trumpet and vocals

Andy Clarke - Guitar and vocals

Bridie Cotter - Vocals and gloc

Theo Conos - Tenor sax, ukulele, harmonica and vocals

Jesse Glass - Drums, gloc and vocals

Oliver Bannister - Double bass and vocals

www.soundcloud.com/tulahah

www.facebook.com/pages/Tulalah/250186558349948

R'n'B vocalist Thando and her band are gearing up to set the Evelyn Hotel ablaze with the release of their debut single. Thando's sound infuses contemporary R'n'B with Pop, Rock, Jazz and Neo Soul to create a sound that is sure to get you off your feet.

Do something!' his brother exclaimed, as the end drew near. Perhaps we should be complacent, or perhaps it's never too late to act, to try, to make a difference. The size is no matter. Positive shift is the only requirement. As our brothers and sisters all over this planet are needlessly slaughtered for the sake of autocracy, we lay here wondering whether to make music any more. We are so lucky. Four years have passed since the birth of Evil Versus People, which was meant to be a requiem. A record to finish a career on. But we will not fall silent. As insignificant as this music is in comparison to the issues of the world, in our lives music makes a difference. Nourishes our spirit. We will do something. We will continue to attempt to push the envelope of pop music. We will never depart. Fads will come and go, but we, until we become dirt again, will be Cotton Sidewalk.

This is a filthy record. "Pop" is a filthy word. Abbe May does not care if you are offended by the lack of guitars in this album. She says "Kiss My Apocalypse".

Kiss My Apocalypse is unashamedly sexual and would almost be romantic if it weren't for the vitriol. The product of two summers, the album was created over 18 months of experimentation with producer Sam Ford and a Mellotron in a little studio in Perth, Western Australia.

The album follows 2011's AMP-nominated masterpiece "Design Desire". A heavy, guitar drenched experimental rock record which opened international doors and cemented Abbe May as one of Australia's most lauded female artists.

"Design Desire was a deliberate trip into 70's psychedelia and an intentional marrying of that with reverb drenched enya-esque 80's vocals, ' said Abbe. "I'm bored with standard rock. I'm bored with the standard 'cool'."

Design Desire spawned four singles including Mammalian Locomotion which prompted MTV US' Nic Harcourt to write "Abbe May plays a scorching guitar- she is the fucking shit" and influential blog Popmatters to proclaim "Abbe May is set to destroy the entire rock world". The dark, yet unmistakable pop fusion of the album achieved a near clean sweep of four star reviews and led to national tours and inclusion on some of Australia's biggest festivals including Big Day Out, Pyramid Rock and Meredith.

Kiss My Apocalypse is a completely different animal. Minimal guitars. Maximum synth driven doom pop. It's as if the vocals took over while the guitars were passed out in the bathroom.

"Pop is sexy when done well and it's incredibly difficult to do it well if you try too hard, " said Abbe. "We wanted to get away from music that took itself too seriously. I'm so tired of this whole shoe gaze - it-cost-a-lot-of-money-to get-a-haircut-that-looks-like-i-haven't-brushed-my-hair-in-months type shit. "Artists" in denial that they are basically just entertainers. Being an entertainer is more meaningful if you ask me. It's not such a selfish pursuit."

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Kiss My Apocalypse out May 10 through MGM

Fresh from SOLD OUT performances of "The Motown Story" to standing room only crowds for The Adelaide Fringe 2013 and back by popular demand at The Gov, Motown Connection presents their brand new show: Motown's Soul Sisters and Funk Brothers Tribute. Motown Connection will pay tribute to all the MOTOWN, SOUL, DISCO and FUNK artists from the 60's, 70's and 80's.

This 12 piece outfit including a FAT 4 piece Horn Section has The Motown Sound, a style of soul music with a distinct pop influence. Together they sing, dance and perform all of the MOTOWN and SOUL hits from the great artists of the 60's era combined with the Massive DISCO and FUNK Dance Floor anthems of the 70's and 80's.  

"They will have you up singing and you will go home with sore feet from dancing all night long" You'll believe you're really back in the days of classic songs everyone knows and loves. "A soulful and exciting show".....  

So grab all your Soul Sisters and Funk Brothers and Boogie on Down to The Gov.

MOTOWN CONNECTION LIVE AT THE GOV  

 

Doors open at 6pm for Dinner. Call 8340 0744 to book your table today.

Show doors at 7:30pm

 

Daybreak Music Fest features some of Adelaide's finest original acts performing live over a chilled out Sunday afternoon at the award winning venue The Gov. Showcasing at the Daybreak Music Fest is a mix of folk, roots, indie, pop and contemporary. Featuring Heather Frahn & The Moonlight Tide on the back of their recent live appearance at WOMADelaide, with Monkey Puzzle Tree, The Timbers and The Germein Sisters

This is a Family Friendly Event.

Children under 18 are welcome with a parent or guardian. Persons under 16 are admitted for FREE.

Monkey Puzzle Tree ' Timbers 'Germein Sisters '

Heather Frahn & The Moonlight Tide

Something For Kate are excited to announce their first extensive Australian tour in over six years this coming May and June. The 'Star-Crossed Cities Tour' will see the band visit larger venues in each capital city, as well as playing many of the regional areas and cities that have been bereft of a visit from one of Australia's best loved bands, for the first time in many years.

Something For Kate will showcase material from their new album, the critically acclaimed 'Leave Your Soul To Science', as well as a comprehensive selection of material from their large and enviable back catalogue.

Upon it's release in October 2012, 'Leave Your Soul To Science'  was hailed by fans and critics alike as Something For Kate's finest work to date and entered the ARIA album charts at number 5. A short tour of capital cities followed, with shows selling out in minutes and additional shows added to meet demand.

Joining the band for all performances will be Melbourne's one and only Courtney Barnett. Following the release of her debut EP 'I've Got A Friend Called Emily Farris', Barnett followed up with the brilliant single 'History Eraser' which was regarded by critics as one of the singles of 2012.

With a long history of Something For Kate tours selling out at lightning speed, fans are advised to get in fast to secure their tickets for what will be a most memorable night of music spanning the career of one of Australia's most revered and respected bands.

'An astonishing performance... a stunning return to the live circuit...an outstanding performance, reaffirming Something For Kate as one of Australia's leading and most talented acts.' - Drum Media

'Something For Kate (delivered) what can only be described as a blistering set...crammed with people truing to get a glimpse of Dempsey//Ashworth//Hyndman machine that cannot seem to play a bad show.' - Tone Deaf.com.au

Tipped as a band to watch by Pitchfork, NME and The Guardian on the strength of their debut EP, HIGH HIGHS will be home in Australia to show off their wares. Melbourne and Sydney fans will be treated to the hypnotic live experience with two intimate shows at The Toff In Town and Oxford Art Factory.

The Sydney natives have now relocated to Brooklyn; but the chaos and cold have done little to diminish their dreamy, atmospheric sun kissed pop.

 

"Synth-laced acoustica with pop choruses; lullabies with bite." - The Guardian, New Band of the Day

"The EP is a breathtaking debut from the three-piece, providing stunning vocals and quietly confident instrumentation, with much promise for the future." - Tone Deaf, 8.5/10

Their shimmering, harmony-laden indie pop has drawn favourable comparisons to Neil Young across the blogosphere. But their marriage of electronic indie and classic acoustic rock has created a dynamic widescreen sound of their own reckoning. High Highs are a not-to-be-missed act.

 

www.highhighs.com

 

 

Dean Geyer's back in Melbourne for a One Night Only event on Friday the 31st of May at the Prince Bandroom.

With Special Guests Alanna Deutrom & DJ Marc Fernand

Singer-songwriter, actor & former Australian Idol runner-up Dean Geyer is back in Melbourne for a One Night Only event!

The Hollywood heartthrob has dazzled audiences here and abroad through his successful acting career, nevertheless Dean has not forgotten his passion and drive and love for music.

Dean's single "If you don't mean it" was a hit on the ARIA charts, and he's thrilled for this One Night Only event to showcase not only his original songs but some of his favourite Dance Floor Anthems.

So don't miss this opportunity for an amazing intimate night with the man himself Dean Geyer and his all-star band.

 

4 x ARIA award winner Katie Noonan's technical mastery and pure voice make her one of Australia's most versatile and beloved vocalists. 'Songbook' will see Katie exploring material from throughout her career including songs from George, Katie Noonan and the Captains, Elixir and her acclaimed solo album. This intimate solo performance mode is the perfect setting for Katie to revisit her most popular songs.

 

In 2013 The Herald Sun announced Katie one of the 20 greatest Australian singers of all time as voted by her peers.

 

'There is a crowd of hundreds but when she sings it feels like it's just Katie Noonan, a piano and you. 5/5' 

5AA

 

'Katie Noonan has a rare and priceless gift - a vocal talent which transports the listener to a higher realm, a piercing of spirit and caressing of woes. Many singers can bring on the goosebumps, but Noonan is one of only a few who can reach through air and space to minister to your very soul.'

hercanberra.com.au

 
'Not many artists these days can boast such a mix of fans ranging from nannas and pops to tweens - and even fewer possess the power to keep them transfixed for nearly two hours. But then again, Katie Noonan has never been like any other artist and she well and truly proved that tonight.'

Drum Media

 

http://katienoonan.com/

 

R&B/SOUL SINGER-SONGWRITER DRU CHEN LAUNCHES 'INTENTIONS EP'.The East Coast Australian Tour kicks off on May 26 at The Toff in Town. Complete with raging guitar solos, sharp horns, soul-sangin' backgrounds, and a tight rhythm section, DRU CHEN bring his trademark pop-savvy funk show to Melbourne.

This event comes hot on the heels off DRU's Singapore/Malaysia Tour and the release of the EP's lead single "You Bring Out The Best In Me", which swiftly got on radio internationally (Triple R, PBS, 4ZZZ, Northern, Southern FM Australia, 98.7fm Singapore, WKCR89.9 New York) and whose soul-train inspired music video garnered 15, 000 views in 1 month.

 

Dru Chen - 'You Bring Out The Best In Me' (Official Video)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGi6Q5WsvtM

 

"Intentions EP first strikes with Chen's technical mastery and songwriting ability, but leaves you with his genuine passion and sincere dedication to his influences, which is exactly what makes it a lovely, inspiring listen." 

- Music Weekly Asia

 

Don't miss this opportunity to catch DRU CHEN and band along with supports earthy roots/pop songstress AL PARKINSON, and partying folk/rockers THE BON SCOTTS at THE TOFF IN TOWN on May 26th!

 

Intentions EP is available at http://druchen.net

 

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