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Tracer Cranks It For All AgesPosted 23 July 2008 After being holed up in the studio for 3 months recording their second EP, Adelaide rock trio Tracer have been itching to play their new tunes live and are putting on an all ages, post-recording gig with their friends Grannyflat , Raw Ether and Black Knight at the Crown and Anchor on Sunday August 17. To help get the celebrations going, Tracer will be giving away 2 double passes for MusicSA visitors (see our Contest Corner from 31 July), and will also offer discounted tickets for anyone who has joined or joins the Tracer mailing list at www.tracer-band.com . Entry is $10 at the door but Tracer members can get their rock-on for only $8. Bargain!
Matt Adey Leaving Mere Theory Posted 23 July 2008 Matt has announced his decision to move interstate at the end of the year to pursue his career in theatre stage design, so after eight years playing together, Mere Theory will part ways with our founding bass player following the shows with Sleep Parade. Guitarist Nigel Black said, "We were greatly saddened to hear Matt's decision to move on from Mere Theory. We have shared amazing times together and we will miss him in the jam room, the tour van, and in the studio. Matt has been an important part of Mere Theory, and the whole band wishes him the very best for his future." Matt said "I have developed so much as a musician, an artist and as a person through my time playing in Mere Theory. There are no ill feelings between my fellow band mates and myself and my decision has been formed on good terms. Thank you so much to Nigel, Richie and Chris and our manager Gordon for being my brothers. The moments and memories we shared will stay with me forever. My thanks go out to all the people who helped share our vision during my time in the band, and all the supporting and devoted fans for giving me the drive to succeed in Mere Theory." As Mere Theory prepares to embark on the Australian Atlas Tour the band are pleased to announce that bass duties will be provided by 23-year-old Ross Simpson. Ross trained as a jazz musician at the prestigious Adelaide Conservatorium of Music at Adelaide University. Having previously played bass with the incendiary Hi End Audio (2002 - 2005) and Move To Strike (2004 - 2007), sharing stages with the likes of Mid Youth Crisis, Against Me!, After The Fall, Horsell Common and Pilot To Gunner, Ross now brings his precision playing and high-energy stage antics to Mere Theory. "We're pleased to welcome Ross to Mere Theory, and we're sure our fans will enjoy what he brings to our band going forward."
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Universum's International Guests on Debut LPPosted 9 July 2008 Local 6 piece metal act Universum are thrilled with the recent release of their debut album 'Leto Destinatus' in mid June, and now you can get your hands on a copy during their CD Launch, which is also their first show back on stage since recording. The big night is July 25th @ the Enigma Bar with Double Dragon , A Red Dawn and Moredhel (VIC). 'Leto Destinatus' was mixed and mastered in Sweden with Jens Bogren (Soilwork, Opeth, Amon Amarth) in one of the best European studios 'Fascination Street', and also features a guest solo by 'in the scene' Finnish guitarist Tomy Laisto (Mors Principium Est & Hateform - Finland). The impressive artwork is by internationally recognised artist, Brazilian Gus Sazes (Sonic Syndicate, Nightrage, Firewind), which captures the intensity of this release. Be sure to celebrate the CD with the band on the 25th, and go in the draw to win a copy in MusicSA's own current Contest Corner .
Laura Hill's Debut LP in ProcessPosted 9 July 2008 Local surf/songstress Laura Hill is busy on her debut LP behind the scenes - and just in time too, as all copies of her 2007 1st Edition EP have now sold out. Due to be released in early 2009, the album will feature producer Ian Pritchett (Angus and Julia Stone and the Beautiful Girls), and is sure to create a buzz. In the meantime, Laura and some pals will be supporting a good cause on Sunday 13th July, for the "Under the Mango Tree" One Village Fundraiser at the Wheatsheaf Hotel. Laura will be joined by her band The Tuesday Bandits, and share the stage with Tom West, The Last Broadcast and Loren Kate. The fest starts at 2pm, with $10 entry proceeds going to charity.
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Flight86 Support SatrianiPosted 2 July 2008
Danny's new single HeartachePosted 2 July 2008 Singer/songwriter Danny Hooper has released a new single – Heartache – from his successful debut album, The Legacy. The album has already produced two top 40 hits – Every Reason and Already Gone. Now, with Heartache, the potential is there for a third. Things couldn’t be going better for Danny, he says, with the release of his third single and the anticipation of taking his music to two of the biggest country music festivals in Australia – Mildura and the Toyota National Country Music Muster at Gympie. It's already been a huge year for Danny, following a great start at the Tamworth Festival in January, to the shows at Gympie and Mildura, and now the top 40 hits. Expect to hear more soon!
Shadows Feature Artist on Fresh FMPosted 2 July 2008
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Kristal Collins off to CamerataPosted 25 June 2008 Hailing from the beautiful town of Mt Compass, 18 year old Kristal Collins is one of South Australia's young and upcoming talents. As the recipient of the 2008 Cindy Shelton Memorial Scholarship, she will be amongst 21 students from around Australia and New Zealand who will spend six days at The Tamworth Camerata Country Music College for young performers. Kristal, who describes her style as contempary country pop and rock which also ranges to traditional country, is the only South Australian representative for the session at Camerata in early July. While there, she will take part in workshops, rehersals and performances under the tutelage of many respected singers/songwriters and extremely talented muscians. Attending Camerata will help Kristal gain some invaluable insight and experience in the Country Music Field, and should complement her current music studies at TAFE, which have already introduced her to the 'Business side' of the industry, as well as a range of musical genres. Expect great things from this talented gal...
The Shiny Brights to play LA and New York Posted 25 June 2008
Squeaker Grow Their OwnPosted 18 June 2008 2008 is proving to be a busy year for Squeaker . The pop/rock trio are riding a wave of good fortune and hard work with a tour to Sydney in early July. Following the inclusion of their single ‘Jesus Ain’t My Boyfriend’ on the Foghorn Records ‘Grown Your Own Upload 2’ compilation - a CD featuring a collection of up-coming Australian acts – the band recently enjoyed a full house at the Wheatsheaf Hotel for the recent Adelaide showcase gig with fellow GYO artists Illicit Eve . Squeaker is now set to travel to NSW as South Australian music ambassadors for the Sydney showcase at The Cat & Fiddle Hotel on July 5th. Other acts on the night are Not Quite Velvet, The Estate and Mark Cashin. Friday the 4th they will also take the stage at the Lansdowne Hotel in Darlington. Earlier in May the pop rockers won the grand final of the Cavern Club & Cecere’s Music Battle Of The Bands, along with beginning the recording of their new EP due to be completed later this year. Mid July they will begin a string of local dates including a fortnightly residency on Fridays at the Cavern Club.
Goldstein Out to SeaPosted 18 June 2008 Folk and roots band Goldstein is about to release their latest LP, 'Out to Sea' in late June. Recorded and mixed by the band, and mastered by Adelaide Tape Duplicators, the album can best be described as "a suburban storybook of original tales about backyard cricket and brushes with celebrity to packaged overseas bus tours and everyday pricks." Goldstein’s style, instrumentation and lyrics have it sitting firmly in the folk tradition, something they are undeniably proud of... Says songwriter Adam Hooper, “Our music is written in the folk tradition. It’s honest storytelling supported by simple progressions and repeated melody lines. Our songs are about events and reflections on growing up and living in Australia that everyone can relate to and get a kick out of.” The band’s first album Spurs on my Boots was released last year and received excellent reviews and national radio airplay including on Triple J. “The harmonica and accordion get more attention on our second album. They add some color and variation to complement our traditional fiddle, bass, acoustic guitar and drums set up. For Out to Sea, we went down the DIY recording path again. It was a labor of love but we’re pretty proud with what we’ve come up with,” Adam said. Their June 29 CD launch is at the Daniel O’Connell Hotel in North Adelaide and begins at 5pm. Entry is free.
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Octanic Face Black Friday on June 13th
Posted 11 June 2008
Octanic have been rocking hard since the release of their huge debut 2-disc EP 'Industry' back in mid April. Their launch at Live on Light Square was a massive success with around 350 in attendance. They're hoping for a similar response when they return to LoLS for 'Black Friday' (ie. Friday June 13), with a darker than dark lineup of goth acts including classy Gothic Metal outfit Black Orchid (formerly Chalice) and the brilliant progressive metal band Satoria. The lineup also welcomes experimental synth-based rockers The What 4 on board, due to the unfortunate withdrawal of Antonamasia. The night will feature a 'black' theme, and includes DJ MINISTER who will entertain from doors at 7pm and between each band til close with his mix of 80s, 90s, Gothic and Industrial tunes. So if you enjoy awesome live Gothic and Industrial bands, come along in your most stunning BLACK outfits and help Black Orchid’s beautiful singer Abby Skye celebrate her birthday on the night, in fine style.
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Tiffney's Goldrush at SA Country Music Fest
Posted 11 June 2008
Tiffney Stroh revealed another side to this versatile young local artist when she premiered her new band ‘GoldRush’ at the South Australian Country Music Festival in Barmera over the June long weekend, and performed before a packed house of over 400 at the Barmera Hotel. Featuring a repertoire including songs from the 30’s right through to modern day, ‘GoldRush’ comprising Tiffney on guitar & lead vocals, Josh Vercoe on bass, Ricky Poole on lead guitar, Olaf Stroh on Harmonica and the fantastic harmonies of Candy Latham. Stepping in at the last minute, Simon Wegener on drums added his unique sound for an amazing five hours of entertainment. The coming months will be busy for Tiffney as she prepares to release her first commercial CD (as well as complete both Yr11 & 12!), and continue to rehearse and perform with ‘GoldRush’. A booking from Rob Potts Entertainment Edge will see her onstage as the opening act for Adam Brand in July, further recognition of her rise within the Country Music Industry. Catch her next performance with the band at the Mt Barker Town Hall on June 21st along with guest artists Graeme Hugo, Dave Verrall, Kristal Collins & Chooka Williams.
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Congrats to Adelaide indigenous reggae/acoustic/roots band The MERRg, who have recently signed to Canberra label Hardrush. Signed off the strength of their track 'Streets of Gold', the band's album Introducing...The MERRg has also been going great guns, and was produced by manager Michael Colbung with SA's own Rob Transini.
Susie Keynes, the fiery REDHEAD (pictured) from Fruit brings her hot new band to the stage to release their debut album on Friday 20 June at The Gov . Following on from the extraordinarily successful Fruit story, the reinvention shows no signs of disappointing as Susie emerges with a punchy 3-piece band featuring Yanya Boston on drums, CJ Rhodes on Bass and Adam Page on keyboards. Teaming up with producer and engineer Paul Gomersall (Blur, Kate Bush, George Michael) the new album defnes the sound of a great new act, who will be heading out on a 7-week North American Festival Tour in July. In the meantime, don't miss the local LP launch at the Gov, with support from the Johnwoodsband and Adam Page solo.
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