Taster: Re:Enactment – Problematic
Electronic/Pop/Dance-Rock
‘The single ‘Problematic’ sees the band at their put-your-handbags-down-and-dance best’. It is by far the best of the three songs from their Talent For Retail EP and If the band continue in this direction big things are sure to follow. From Problematic you can start to feel a sound that spans that similar to Soulwax, Bloc Party and Cut Copy . With Re:Enactment now officially being managed by Paper Street this could be the final piece of the puzzle that these guys were missing. A debut album is due around November 2011 but for now enjoy the great video clip that accompanies Problematic and download Re:Enachment’s past EPs for free at Bandcamp.
This Just in: Kate Vigo – Wanna Run
Pop
‘Wanna Run’, is the second single from Kate Vigo’s upcoming release, Blue To Gold. Following the hypnotic disco jam, ’You’re Haunting Me’, ‘Wanna Run’ is an equally addictive proposition.
‘Wanna Run’ is an upbeat slice of electro-pop-rock, blessed with sunshine-speckled guitars overlaid with a Cure-esque synth riff and a bop around the lounge room in your jammies kind of beat – the perfect addition to your springtime playlist. Ostensibly detailing the struggle of finding one’s own path in life amid the tempest of competing expectations, the track’s punchy arrangement manages to find a perfect balance between vivacity and angst.
‘Wanna Run’ is indicative of the philosophy underpinning the creation of Blue To Gold. With renowned composer and producer Jan Skubiszewski at the production helm, Vigo has broadened her musical palette, taking influence from such divergent areas as disco electronica and indie folk to craft an elaborate yet delicately nuanced offering. A proper album in the true sense of the word, Blue To Gold explores two ends of the pop song spectrum; the moodier, darker side as evidenced in Vigo’s previous releases, harmonized with a snappier and more upbeat edge.
Vigo and her cohorts will launch ‘Wanna Run’ at The Toff In Town on October 6 before releasing her album Blue To Gold in March 2011 through The Planet Company/MGM.
For more information head to www.katevigo.com
INLAND SEA – No Time + Tour
Indie/folk
Inland Sea are back with yet another great song…
Since releasing their debut EP Traitor in late 2010, Brisbane ten-piece Inland Sea have gone from strength to strength. Traitor‘s lead single All Fall Down garnered high-rotation on Triple J, as well as an International Songwriting Award. 2011 has so far seen performances at Laneway and Playground Weekender festivals, as well as support slots for the John Steel Singers/Jonathan Boulet Here’s Johnny tour and the sold out Passenger Flight of the Crow tour. The ten- piece have shared their sound with much of the Australian East Coast and left them wanting more.
New single No Time and the One, Two, Ten Tour are set to fulfil that need.
Throughout October, Inland Sea will be joined by fellow up and coming Australian acts The Rescue Ships (NSW) and Jackson McLaren (VIC) for the “One, Two, Ten Tour” along the East Coast.
‘No Time’ picks up from where ‘Traitor’ left off, and focuses on the strange nature of nostalgia and how living in the moment leaves you with “no time to react”. The song builds from a reflective beginning to dramatic highs, utilising the full power, emotion and musicianship of all ten members. Inland Sea’s highly anticipated second EP is due for release in October through Brisbane label Plus One.
Show dates for the One, Two, Ten Tour are as follows:
Thursday September 29*
Solbar w/ special guests
19 Ocean St, Maroochydore QLD
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au / Raw Energy in Coolum / Billy Hyde Music in Maroochydore
Friday September 30*
The Loft w/ special guests
54a Thomas Drive, Surfers Paradise QLD
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / All Oztix outlets
Friday October 7
Spotted Cow
296 Ruthven St, Toowoomba QLD
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / All Oztix outlets
Saturday October 8
The Globe
220 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / All Oztix outlets
Friday October 14
The National Hotel
195 Moorabool St, Geelong VIC
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / All Oztix outlets
Saturday October 15
The Grace Darling Hotel
114 Smith St, Collingwood VIC
Tickets from www.moshtix.com.au / 1300 GET TIX / All Moshtix outlets
Thursday October 20
Steyne Hotel
75 The Corso, Manly
NSW FREE SHOW
Friday October 21
Yours & Owls
95a Crown St, Wollongong NSW
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / All Oztix outlets
Saturday October 22
FBI Social
Level 2 Kings Cross Hotel / 244 – 248 William St, Kings Cross NSW
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / All Oztix outlets
*Inland Sea only
This Just In: Amaya Laucirica – No Excuses
Indie/Rock
‘No Excuses’ is the leading track off the new ‘Anywhere There’s You’ EP from Amaya, a sweet Melbourne musician. Contained on the EP are two live tracks from Amaya’s most recent album ‘Early Summer’ that featured in one of the privileged album of the week slots late last year on Tipple J and two previously unreleased tracks. After supporting Adalita from Magic Dirt when she toured the country, Amaya will now head out on her own headline tour in October to promote her new EP (dates below).
No Excuses is a rough and powerful female lead rock song. Though it does struggle to hold your attention for the entire 2 minutes and 52 seconds as it becomes a little monotonous. Good rift, good drums and great lyrics just missing a little change up. Compared to Amaya’s previous work it lacks the little creative flair and mysticism that surrounded her music before. It trudges on going through the paces of a song.
This song could have been something great and I’m sure there will be some truly great stuff on the way from Amaya so make sure you get to one of her very own headline shows if you can and let us know what you think of ‘No Excuses’.
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Tour Dates
Wednesday September 7 – Ric’s Cafe (10:40pm) , Brisbane QLD (Bigsound Showcase)
Saturday October 8 – The Wheatsheaf, Adelaide SA
Saturday October 15 – FBI Social, Sydney NSW with Melodie Nelson and The Singing Skies
Friday October 21 – X and Y Bar, Brisbane QLD with Keep On Dancin’s
Saturday October 22 – The Workers Club, Melbourne VIC with Melodie Nelson and The Singing Skies
Saturday November 26 – Queenscliff Music Festival
This Just In: Khancoban – Cause And Chaos
Indie/Pop/Folk
Out today is the second full length album for the Melbourne five-piece, Arches Over The Sun, is a grand, sprawling affair which sees the band effortlessly melding musical styles and genres to produce an album that is both richly textured and deeply moving. It is also something of a departure from the style of khancoban’s previous alt-country and folk influenced releases.
Produced by Nick Huggins (Mick Turner, Kid Sam), and mastered by Casey Rice, (Tortoise, Dirty Three), Arches Over The Sun follows on from 2006’s self titled mini album, and 2008’s much lauded full length debut, “Limbs May Fall”.
The Second single from the Album is “Cause And Chaos” you can listen to it below or watch the ‘charming’ film clip featuring Jamima Puddleduck and a cheeseburger phone on youtube if you wish. I’m sure some will love it, but I personally think it detracts from a great song that when played without the clip is much much better.
‘Cause And Chaos’ is a soft and delicate song. They remind me of Augie March and Death Cab For Cutie but yet produce their own delightful sound that surrounds and flows past you. The Piano glides beautifully along the top of the guitars and drums that don’t demand to much attention but provide a great nucleus for the song.
More info can be found at www.khancoban.net or on Facebook
To celebrate the release of Arches Over The Sun, Khancoban have announced an album launch tour for August and September
khancoban Arches Over The Sun Tour
Friday August 12 (TONIGHT!) – X&Y Bar, Brisbane
With Mr Maps & Anonymeye
Saturday August 13 (TOMORROW!)- Brisbane Powerhouse (solo show)
Sunday August 14 – Brisbane Powerhouse
Supports TBA
Thursday August 18 – The Toff In Town, Melbourne
With The Orbweavers & Ildiko
Friday August 26 – Petersham Bowls Club, Sydney
With Kid Cornered & TBA
Saturday August 27 – The Front, Canberra
Supports TBA
Saturday September 3 – Grace Emily, Adelaide
With Mountbatten & Glisk
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This Just In: Mardi Lumsden And The Rising Seas – Wherever You Go, There You Are
Alt/Folk
Mardi Lumsden is an alt-folk singer–songwriter from Brisbane. She has just released with her band, The Rising Seas, a second video clip. This one is for the title track off their EP Wherever you go, there you are. It was launched with shows in Brisbane and Sydney throughout July.
But you can still catch them If you live near Brisbane:
Thursday 25 August
The Beetle Bar, 350 Upper Roma St, Brisbane, QLD.
Supporting Lucie Thorne for her album launch and Sweet Jean.
18+. Cost $15/$12
8.30pm.
PLUS Every Friday in September
At The Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm, QLD. For The Residents series.
Each week will feature a different line-up and a stack of new songs!
Free. All Ages.
6-7pm.
‘Wherever You Go, There You Are’ is a sweet little pop tune. Featuring slide guitar, outstanding vocals and melody plus a beautiful arrangement with acute attention to detail. It makes me want to get up and just go for a drive, this could be due to some of the songs lyrics “Get up and go now, It’s not that far. Wherever you go, there you are.” Or my urge could be influenced by the wonderful clip that was Produced by B Films. and Directed by Sam Couzens.
‘Wherever You Go, There you are’ does everything just right. If you want more visit: http://www.mardilumsden.com
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This Just In! Celadore – Kinks In Armour
Celadore – Kinks In Armour
Indie/Rock
Melbourne three piece Celadore’s new single ‘Kinks In Armour’ was released today, It comes from the band’s upcoming EP ‘The Bright And Blue’ due for release in September. Produced by none other than Chris Cheney, his first shot at production and what a triumph it was.
“Celadore are a band to watch… Neil Finn meets ‘The Bends’ era Radiohead meets You Am I. For a relatively young band, they possess a sense of melody and a depth to their songwriting that’s beyond their years. They are really great players who have found their own sound.” – Chris Cheney
‘Kinks In Armour’ is a one quality rock song. “If the Armour is your life then the kinks are the challenges that you’ve had and you’ve have been through, your battles.” The Vocals have a touch of gravel and edge to them. The rhythm is tight and Chris helps to bring out some great hooks and melodies. It’s a tune I’m sure you will enjoy.
For more info on Celadore and their social sites visit: http://www.celadore.com.au
If you want to see the making of ‘Kinks In Armour’ and see Celadore in the studio you check it out here.
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The Late Update! (Film Clip Special)
TiGERTOWN – Still Breathing
TiGERTOWN have given us yet another fantastic song. ‘Still Breathing’ is a quiet acoustic gem. Full of feeling and homeliness – the film clip definitely adds to that vibe. They have replaced the drums and harmonies with, well nothing, TiGERTOWN have left it open and bare. ‘Still Breathing’ is raw, personal and open for reflection. Its a beautiful thinking/pondering song.
Another A-N-M-B post on TiGERTOWN – Song of the day: What Makes It Harder
Inland Sea – Lord I Am Waiting
Inland Sea sent me a link to this video of theirs that was recorded with a single mike in one take at the new Contortionist Studios Warehouse in Brisbane. The song was written by Jeremy Hunter in the style of old southern gospel after having a bad time of it. It you love harmonies you HAVE to listen to this, not one instrument is used, only several unique voices. What a talented bunch of people.
Another A-N-M-B post on Inland Sea – Song of the day: Traitor
Their new EP will be released at the end of September and I for one can not wait for it to arrive.
The Trouble With Templeton – Bleeders
The Trouble With Templeton now have a thrilling video to go with the chillingly great song ‘Bleeders’ and it does justice to every single second. It is magical in many ways… enjoy.
Another A-N-M-B post on The Trouble With Templeton – Song of the day: Bleeders
The Panics – Majesty
Today is the day that long awaited album from the Panics becomes available. Yes ‘Rain on the Humming Wire’ is finally here. The Panics gave us a listen to their great song ‘Majesty’ a while back and now, if you haven’t seen it already, you can watch the official film clip! It is black and white throughout and contains some great Australian footage. Check it out.
Another A-N-M-B post on the Panics – Song of the day: Majesty
Ball Park Music – It’s Nice To Be Alive
Since the weekend is coming up I thought we would leave you with a fun and energetic film clip. Ball Park Music have today released the film clip to their easy going tune ‘It’s Nice To Be Alive’. Its a laugh and is just the thing to get you pumped up for a w/e with or without Splendor. Ball Park Music will release a debut album ‘Happiness & Surrounding Suburbs’ on the 9th of September. I hope your weekend is not as boring as bat shit but is somewhat amazing instead and remember it is rather nice to be alive. Have a good w/e!!
This Just In: Free -The Stoops featuring Georgi Kay (Produced by Rae)
Free is one of those songs that you love from the moment you hear it. It is fresh, crisp, clean and smooth. Great production and some awesome beats from the talented Rae featuring drums that bounce along the beefy synth. This track has summer written all over it, now we just need summer to roll around. The Rhymes and story flow easily thanks to the skill of The stoops and an amazing voice provided by brilliant Georgi Kay. Aus New Music Blog is tipping ‘Free’ as the feel good song of the year! Epic Tune!
The Stoops and Georgi Kay are both from Perth, WA. and met at last year’s WAM Song Of the Year awards night. Georgi approached The Stoops right after claiming the ultimate prize (2010 WAM Song of the Year) and asked if it would be possible to work together.
When Rae created this vibrant beat and sent it off to The Stoops, they decided to see if Georgi could come up with the hook and chorus to fit between the verses they had written. When Georgi got back to them her vocal was recorded without anyone else having heard or read any of her lyrics. As the combination of her vocals and this beat rang through speakers for the first time I’m sure everyone experienced a little chill.
Read the full story behind FREE (Drum Media Issue 242 June 16, 2011)
Download the tune for free here.
This Great Film Clip that was Filmed and produced by Cut&Paste.
Get more info
On The Stoops: http://www.facebook.com/TheStoopsOfficial
On Georgi Kay: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Georgi-Kay/203677039665299
http://www.georgikay.com/
Georgi Kay – Breakfast In Bedlam (Bonus Track, 2010 WAM Song of the Year)
Georgi Kay is a singer/songwriter from Perth, who has already racked up the sorts of accolades and awards that many artists spend decades working for, and she’s just getting warmed up. This song ‘Breakfast in Bedlam’ won the Western Australian Music Award for song of the year in 2010. She has also been nominated for a 2011 Independent Music Award for best Indie/Alternative/Hard Rock Song. Yes I said independent, aka without a record label though that is not that rare theses days, but how about being nominated and receiving these awards at the age of just eighteen and without a full length album under her belt! Georgi Kay does however have a debut EP out that you can get your hands on, called Strange Things. A full length debut album is expected towards the end of this year.
‘Breakfast in Bedlam’ is an infectious indie tune and shows Georgi’s vocal versatility in comparison to ‘Free’. This track has a darker energy, that slowly pulls you in. A beautiful song in itself and definitely worthy of its award. Enjoy.
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