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Andrew Jay Drops Powerful New Single ‘Broken Man’

written by ThatWriterGuy

Brisbane based Alternative Rock songwriter Andrew Jay recently released his debut single and music video called Broken Man.

The single is a heartfelt tribute to a close friend of Andrew, who tragically took his own life.

“It’s about checking in with your mates. I’ve lost a lot of friends over the years to suicide and you never really know what someone is dealing with underneath the surface. There is a stigma attached to it that you have to just get on with it, instead of having a good deep conversation or just being a good listener for someone.”

Andrew Jay is a passionate advocate for helping other men that are struggling with mental illness. He is involved with various community-based projects such as Speak Up Mate and Bloke Basket. He also launched a podcast called Blokes N Banter in order to discuss mental health with men across Australia. 

Broken Man is available on all major online stores.

December 6, 2021 0 comment
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Pete Murray: ‘Take Me Down’

written by Emily Cheung

Byron Bay singer-songwriter and one of Australia’s most loved musicians, Pete Murray has today released his new single, Take Me Down (out now), alongside the announcement of his sixth studio album, Camacho – available June 2.  With over one million album sales to his name, the quiet achiever of Australian music will showcase new tracks and old favourites on an epic 33-date national Camacho Tour that will kickstart in Lismore on July 12 and finish up in Darwin on September 9.

Beat-driven and anthemic, Take Me Down cleverly reveals a new direction for Pete, yet still manages to feel like a catch up with an old friend – his smooth, familiar voice both warm and inviting.  “Take me down is about a beautiful relationship with an unknown future,” insights Pete.  “It’s about not knowing how much time is left and being in the moment.  It’s emotive, moody, sexual and vulnerable.”

Determined to shake things up and find a fresh sound for the album, Pete explored different writing and recording techniques.  “My main goal was to work with loops and beats and to have a cool, phat drum sound,” says Pete.  He collaborated with hip hop producer Trials (AB Original) to achieve the drum sounds he was looking for, and saddled up with an array of well-known industry talent to get the Camacho show on the road.  “There was only one guy that I was interested in mixing this album and that was Eric J Dubowsky.  He was starting to do a lot of phat, warm sounds and I really wanted this flavour of mixing on my album.”  Also in the assemblage was Aussie producer Tony Buchen (Montaigne, The Preatures, Bob Evans), Sydney-based producer One Above aka Andrew Burford (Hilltop Hoods, Drapht, Allday), and ARIA winning producer Jon Hume (Matt Corby, Lisa Mitchell).

“The thing I wanted to do different with this album was to take my time and get it right.  So many times in the past I have jumped into a studio for 4 – 6 weeks and recorded an album.  Once the recording time is over, so is the album,” explains Pete, “with Camacho there was no rush, it was going to be finished when it was finished.”  

And finished it is – guaranteed to be lapped up by new and old fans alike, Pete Murray has delivered a cool, uplifting, emotive, and powerful album and it will be celebrated and brought to life on the greatly anticipated Camacho Tour.  Following sell-out shows across the country, the 33-date tour will take in capital cities and a host of regional centres throughout July, August and September.

Pumped to hit the road and play his new tunes for fans across Australia, Pete enthuses, “I’ll be taking the full band on the road and heading to a stack of places I haven’t been to in a while.  I’m also really excited about playing the new music for the first time and cannot wait to get out there and see the crowd’s reaction.” 

Camacho is set for release on June 2 and is available to pre-order from www.petemurray.com – all album iTunes pre-orders will instantly receive the Take Me Down single.

Pre-order: Camacho                                   Buy tickets: National Camacho Tour

PETE MURRAY NATIONAL CAMACHO TOUR

Presented by TEG LIVE

WED 12 JUL | LISMORE CITY HALL, LISMORE NSW | LIC AA

THU 13 JUL | VILLA NOOSA, NOOSAVILLE, QLD | 18+

FRI 14 JUL | THE TIVOLI THEATRE, BRISBANE, QLD | 18+

THU 20 JUL | GREAT WESTERN HOTEL, ROCKHAMPTON, QLD | LIC AA

FRI 21 JUL | RACEHORSE HOTEL, IPSWICH, QLD | 18+

SAT 22 JUL | THE STAR GOLD COAST, QLD | LIC AA

SUN 23 JUL | REDLAND BAY HOTEL, REDLAND BAY, QLD | 18+

WED 26 JUL | CEX COFFS HARBOUR, NSW | 18+

THU 27 JUL | THE CAMBRIDGE HOTEL, NEWCASTLE, NSW | 18+

FRI 28 JUL | THE ENTRANCE LEAGUES CLUB, BATEAU BAY | 18+

SAT 29 JUL | ENMORE THEATRE, SYDNEY NSW | LIC AA

THU 3 AUG | NAUTILUS THEATRE, PORT LINCOLN, SA | LIC AA

FRI 4 AUG | HER MAJESTY’S THEATRE, ADELAIDE, SA | LIC AA

SAT 5 AUG | LIGHTHOUSE THEATRE, WARRNAMBOOL, VIC | LIC AA

WED 9 AUG | EASTBANK THEATRE, SHEPPARTON, VIC | LIC AA

THU 10 AUG | CHELSEA HEIGHTS HOTEL, CHELSEA HEIGHTS, VIC | 18+

FRI 11 AUG | WREST POINT SHOWROOM, HOBART, TAS | 18+

SAT 12 AUG | LAUNCESTON COUNTRY CLUB, LAUNCESTON, TAS | LIC AA

THU 17 AUG | BATEMANS BAY SOLDIERS CLUB, BATEMANS BAY, NSW | 18+

FRI 18 AUG | WAVES, WOLLONGONG, NSW | 18+

SAT 19 AUG | CANBERRA THEATRE, CANBERRA, ACT | LIC AA

SUN 20 AUG | BEER DELUXE, ALBURY, NSW | 18+

WED 23 AUG | ULUMBARRA THEATRE, BENDIGO, VIC | LIC AA

THU 24 AUG | REGENT MULTIPLEX THEATRE, BALLARAT, VIC | LIC AA

FRI 25 AUG | FORUM THEATRE, MELBOURNE, VIC | 18+

SAT 26 AUG | THE WOOL EXCHANGE, GEELONG, VIC | 18+

FRI 1 SEP | WINTERSUN HOTEL, GERALDTON, WA | 18+

SAT 2 SEP | FREMANTLE ARTS CENTRE, FREMANTLE, WA | 18+

SUN 3 SEP | DUNSBOROUGH TAVERN, DUNSBOROUGH, WA | 18+

WED 6 SEP | EMPIRE THEATRE, TOOWOOMBA, QLD | LIC AA

THU 7 SEP | THE VILLE, TOWNSVILLE, QLD | LIC AA

FRI 8 SEP | TANKS ARTS CENTRE, CAIRNS, QLD | 18+

SAT 9 SEP | DARWIN SKI CLUB, DARWIN, NT | LIC/AA

TICKETING INFORMATION

Velocity Frequent Flyer is offering a pre-sale window on selected shows for a limited time to Velocity members, available via Velocity Live from 1pm Friday 7 April 2017 until 8am Monday 10 April 2017. Visit www.velocitylive.com.au for details.

The general public will have the opportunity to purchase tickets from 11am Monday 10 April 2017.

For further information, head to www.petemurray.com.

April 6, 2017 0 comment
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TOMMY DRIFTER – SALTY DAYS

written by ThatWriterGuy

Sydney based Indie Folk artist Tommy Drifter recently released his easygoing new single Salty Days.

The single was premiered on Triple J’s ‘Roots N All’ and has since been played on radio stations all around Australia.

Tommy recorded the single at Hercules Street Studios, which is owned by Harry Vanda (AC/DC, The Easybeats) and is the first offering from his forthcoming debut EP. 

Tommy debuted in 2020 with the release of his single called Save Me, which was recorded with producer Billy Otto (The Temper Trap, Gang Of Youths, Sticky Fingers, The Beautiful Girls.) He then followed up in 2021 with the release of his single Moving On.

Tommy will soon team up with Sydney producer Tim McArtney (Gang Of Youths, Hoodoo Gurus) to record his debut EP. 

Salty Days is available for streaming and download on all major online stores.

August 10, 2021 0 comment
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Symphony X Interview

written by David Griffiths

 

 

With Symphony X announcing that they are heading to Australia for the first time ever this October we decided to send Dave G along to chat to bassist Michael Lepond. Mike tells us (among other things) what he believes has led to Symphony X’s longevity in the music industry and just how hard it is for the band to put their tracks together for their live shows.

You can listen to or download our Symphony X interview right here.

June 15, 2016 0 comment
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GRAVE PLACES – New Single ‘Lighthouse’

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Brisbane Metalcore outfit Grave Places have just released their new single ‘Lighthouse’.

Grave Places blend metal, emotive clean vocals and lighter melodic moments to form their epic sound.

The band kicked off 2018 with the release of their debut single and video ‘XXXX Bummer’.

Check out ‘Lighthouse’ below:

 

March 28, 2018 0 comment
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Reel Tapes-‘Deep Space’

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Melbourne based Indie Rockers Reel Tapes have just released their new single Deep Space and we’re loving it!

Reel Tapes draw from an eclectic influences such as Wavves, Jack White, The Doors and Rory Gallagher.

Catch Reel Tapes live at Bar Open in Melbourne for the Deep Space single launch on July 21st.

Check out Deep Space below!

 

 

 

 

 

July 4, 2018 0 comment
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MIDNIGHT DRAGS ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE IT’S TRUE (I CAN’T STAND MYSELF) OUT JANUARY 29 + NEW ALBUM BAD BUSINESS OUT FEBRUARY 26

written by Emily Cheung

Unapologetic and explosive, noise pop-rock project Midnight Drags has today announced a new single It’s True (I Can’t Stand Myself), a blistering look at self-loathing, out today, January 29.  Midnight Drags, the solo project of artist Lucas James, has also announced the release date for his highly anticipated new album Bad Business, out February 26 2021 and available for pre-order now. 

It’s True (I Can’t Stand Myself) has a darker edge to it than preceding single Ronnie – heavy yet still with tinges of glam rock, It’s True is all sneering, fiery guitar lines and heavy, irresistible percussion (not to mention, everpresent cowbell).  It feels like Cheap Trick, almost like a heavy David Bowie, but not without modern influences such as Catfish and the Bottlemen and Eskimo Joe.  Offering some insight into the inspiration behind the track, James says, “It’s True is really a song about self loathing and being in an emotionally dark place.  It’s about not feeling worthy of being in a relationship and pushing somebody you really care about away.  It’s another dark song that I loved sweetening up with some bigger pop-rock elements.” 

It’s True precedes Midnight Drags’ new album Bad Business, and the title of the album pretty much sums it all up – it’s a heavy, at times sparkling, rocking record about truly bad business, and everything that surrounds it.  Classic rock influences meet head on with modern taste, and the varied and colourful record is sure to impress both new and old fans alike.  Describing the record, James says, “The main themes of the album are loss, longing, drugs, criminal endeavours, the music industry and depression.. ha! I  guess it is pretty dark – it’s called ‘Bad Business’ and that is what it is about.  Although it covers some pretty grim subjects and touches on fairly depressive content, I think it still has an upbeat vibe musically.  I wanted to make an album that had loud guitars and guitar solos, ballads, rocking drums, big melodies and instrumental songs…A ‘classic’ album vibe you could say!  It was tracked to tape and played by real instruments, and it’s was conceived as a ‘whole album’ over two sides. I can’t wait to put it out on vinyl.”

Speaking on the recording process of Bad Business, James continues, “I recorded the album at my studio with the help of a talented friend (and ex bandmate) Wez Prictor, he helped press the buttons and engineer when I was busy playing crappy fuzz solos!  Bad Business was co-produced with Ash Naylor who is a god-send when it comes to musical decisions, he has such a great instinct and was the perfect sounding board for me.   The album was mixed by Matt Wallace (Faith No More, Maroon 5, The Replacements). He is a legend in the industry and was a joy to work with.”

If It’s True (I Can’t Stand Myself) is anything to go by, Bad Business is going to be a ripper of a record.  Speaking on the formation of the Midnight Drags project, James reveals, “Midnight Drags was borne out of a desire to play some of my slightly scuzzy power-pop with a band as I’d usually always recorded on my own and tried to cover all bases by myself.  This was a chance to let go of some of that creative control and allow other amazingly talented people to become part of the process and outcome. Glad I did.”

Midnight Drags is Lucas James.

It’s True (I Can’t Stand Myself) is out now. 

Bad Business is out February 26, 2021. 

Stream: It’s True (I Can’t Stand Myself)

Smart link : It’s True (I Can’t Stand Myself)

Pre-order: Bad Business

January 29, 2021 0 comment
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SCARLET DRIVE – NEW SINGLE ‘CETO’

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Perth based Alt Rockers Scarlet Drive have just released their new single ‘Ceto’.

The single is a perfect combination of Funk, Reggae and Punk music.

‘Ceto’ is the first offering from the band’s recently recorded EP, which was recorded at Heliport Studios in Queensland.

The EP will be released later in 2018.

‘Ceto’ is available for download on Spotify and Triple J Unearthed.

February 20, 2018 0 comment
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Sydney’s Lazy Colts DeBut Album “Trojan.”

written by Emily Cheung

Cinematic alt-folk group, Lazy Colts have today announced the release of their brooding new single, Twenty Two, the second taste of their debut LP, Trojan, set for release on August 5.  They’ll be hitting the road in August to celebrate the new LP, kicking off in Melbourne on August 6 and moving on to Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney then wrapping up in Katoomba on September 4.

Twenty Two is a reverent and reflective ode to youth and the naivety that dictates the relationships formed during that time.  Emphasised by the pulse of young blood that dictates the arc of the song, the organic nature of the drums, piano and violin resonate under lead singer Lacey Cole’s effortless vocals.  Acoustic and raw, Twenty Two encompasses country and folk influences to illicit a rich blend of sound that is lush and satisfying.  Of the single, Cole remarks, “Essentially, Twenty Two is about the grand ‘undying’ sentiments that hallmark your first cracks at a serious relationship.  It’s about perspective, initially, the lack of it, and then the revelation that the reason you’re in your situation – however great or bad it is – is also the reason you will get through it: you’re only 22 years old.”

Directed by Sarah Adamson (The Preatures, Gideon Benson, Matt Corby), the video clip for Twenty Two is a filmic representation of both the vulnerablilty and the joy of being young.  Starring New Zealand-based model Evelina Milward, the film seeks to balance the song’s morosely tragic male dialogue with a feminine depiction of happiness and beauty.  The tone is both nostalgic and immediate; an authentic depiction of youth’s resilience and wonder.  Speaking about the clip, director Sarah Adamson says, “I saw this great opportunity to lovingly poke fun at the sincerity of the song.  I had this picture in my head of a girl listening to this love song some boy had written her but not really caring as much as he thought she would.  She’s doing all these other funny and weird things a 22 year old girl might do when bored at home by herself. She is only 22. She knows there’s nothing to really worry about.”

Lazy Colts’ debut album, Trojan is a fine example of the state of Australian songwriting.  Broad, triumphant, and satisfying, yet devastating, emotive and raw, the group have put a mirror to the human experience and Trojan is the result.  Mixed by renowned engineer, Mark Lawson (Arcade Fire, Timber Timbre), the release has been two years in the making and calls upon a variety of influences including The National, Nick Cave and Bruce Springsteen.  Recorded in part inside a local church, Cole reflects on the process, “I’m not sure if the songs would sound the same if they were written and performed in a living room or garage.  There is definitely a reverence or awareness of the space and the mood the empty church sets which lives on in the album…Trojan is set against grand backdrops of religion, myth, violence and politics, but the songs themselves are more personal, focusing on relationships and the fleeting moments between people.”

Lazy Colts will be hitting the road on a national tour in August to celebrate the release of Trojan.  Giving fans a taste of what to expect from the shows, Cole enthuses, “Audiences can expect energy, passion, dynamic arrangements and musicianship.  The rest of the band bring an element of sophistication and skill which strikes a nice balance with my more unhinged vibe.  All in all, it’s a good time, it’s like rays of light through storm clouds.

Lazy Colts is Lacey Cole, Micheal Bridges, Sinj Clarke, Craig Collier and David Keys.

LAZY COLTS ‘TROJAN’ NATIONAL TOUR

SAT 20 AUG | THE BEARDED LADY, BRISBANE | 18+

SAT 27 AUG | FRANKS WILD YEARS, THIRROUL | ALL AGES

SUN 28 AUG | THE OXFORD CIRCUS, SYDNEY | 18+

Tickets available from www.moshtix.com.au | 1300 GET TIX | All Moshtix Outlets

SUN 4 SEP | HOTEL BLUE, KATOOMBA | ALL AGES

Tickets available from www.loungesessions.com.au

July 12, 2016 0 comment
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Hamish Anderrson “Breaking Down”

written by Emily Cheung

Melbourne’s own roots/rock aficionado Hamish Anderson is gearing up for a massive 2019, with the release of his latest single Breaking Down, a gritty, threatening rock track that must be listened to with the volume knob fully cranked, out now.  Breaking Down is an early taste of the upcoming album from Hamish, entitled Out Of My Head; an eclectic and exciting collection of songs from this young artist who has already blown the world away with his talent, out May 2019.  Hamish will play his first Australian shows since 2017 alongside the one and only Gary Clark Jr. as main support, kicking off in Sydney at the Enmore Theatre on April 18, then moving through Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, and wrapping up at the Perth Concert Hall on April 27.

 

On Breaking Down, it’s pretty easy to see why Total Guitar named Hamish Anderson one of their Top 10 Best New Guitarists in 2018 – like a bull at a gate, chugging guitars provide an irresistibly catchy bed for some ripper riffs the track progresses.  This track is overflowing with pent-up frustration and undeniable passion, and it’s a mouth-watering concoction for some killer classic Americana-rock, as Hamish explains, “Breaking Down definitely explores the more rock and roll side of my music.  I was sitting around one day playing guitar and suddenly just started playing the riff, all the lyrics came basically at once so it was written very quickly.  I’d had an argument earlier that week with someone I know so I think some of that definitely crept into its inspiration.  I  just wanted to turn the volume all the way up and get out everything that was on my mind.”

 

While Breaking Down is a superb example of rollicking rock, it is just one of many genres that Hamish dips his toes into on the new album Out Of My Head.  Americana, soul, pop, roots, blues, rock; that’s a lot of ground to cover, but Hamish does it with a natural ease that’s far beyond his years.  The mellow (What You Do To Me, Damaged Goods) and the upbeat (No Good, You Give Me Something) tracks on this record sit comfortably next to each other; all buoyed by a knack for clever, hook-driven songwriting and a clear, burning passion that drives the music from the first strum to the last.  Hamish enthuses, “I really wanted to take my time and write as many songs as I could for this album.  I wasn’t writing to a specific genre or sound, rather I let the songs reveal what they wanted to be… The album explore themes of alienation and defiance, mixed with unabashed love songs and even observations on what’s happening in the world around us.  Certain songs had themes that I hadn’t explored in my writing previously.  I feel I really went a lot deeper in the writing of these songs then I had ever done before.  Most are universal feelings that I feel people can relate to.  Once again, I got very lucky to work with a really great, talented group of people on Out Of My Head including producer Jim Scott (Tom Petty, Tedeschi Trucks, Wilco) who I had worked with on my debut album Trouble.  Jim is an incredible producer/engineer and we work in a very similar way — it’s always an amazing experience working with him.”

 

Anyone who presses play on Breaking Down will no doubt understand that this is the kind of music that is made to be played live to a pulsing, enthusiastic crowd.  Hamish is thrilled to be hitting the road with the legendary Gary Clark Jr., as he gives fans a taste of what to expect, “I’ve been working so much in the US for the past four years that to be coming home to play – and especially these particular shows supporting Gary Clark Jr (who i’m a massive fan of) — is truly huge for me.  Regarding the live shows, people can expect a mixture of blues, rock and roll and soul. I’m playing as a trio at the moment so it allows us to get down to the meat and potatoes of the songs, rock and roll with no frills.  I’ve played so many different type of gigs over the past four years that as a performer I think I’ve become more confident, focused and I’m just having a lot of fun with it.”

  

STREAM: Breaking Down

 

HAMISH ANDERSON AUSTRALIAN TOUR (SUPPORTING GARY CLARK JNR)

 

THURS 18 APRIL | ENMORE THEATRE, SYDNEY NSW | ALL AGES

Tickets available from https://www.livenation.com.au

 

TUE 23 APRIL | CANBERRA THEATRE, CANBERRA ACT | ALL AGES

Tickets available from https://www.livenation.com.au

 

WED 24 APRIL | FORUM THEATRE, MELBOURNE VIC | 18+

Tickets available from https://www.livenation.com.au

 

THURS 25 APRIL | THEBARTON THEATRE, ADELAIDE SA

Tickets available from https://www.livenation.com.au

 

SAT 27 APRIL | PERTH CONCERT HALL, PERTH WA

Tickets available from https://www.livenation.com.au

 

www.hamishandersonmusic.com

March 21, 2019 0 comment
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