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Phonatics' New GenerationPosted 11 March 2010 Adelaide based production duo Phonatics have mixed the latest installment of the biannual compilation series presented by Generation. Generation Volume 3 features main room DJ/Producers Fabian Gray, Marcus Knight, Ellarsound & Kyle Bourke and shows how much the label has progressed since it's first release in early 2008. Phonatics lend a hand with their anthemic club smash "Relief" featuring the emotional vocal delivery from Costa. Generation founder Marcus Knight says, "G3 is very exciting because it shows the maturity of the label through its artists which we have been developing for some time. We also have some new blood on board in this compilation including Kyle Bourke & I Am Sam who are both great prospects." With Generation recently licensing titles featuring artists and remixes from Ron Carroll, Mischa Daniels, Nari & Milan, DJ Antoine, Mad Mark, John Revox and Mattias, Generation is taking every step to providing high quality dance music to the worldwide music community. For details check out their myspace .
Texettes Took on TamworthPosted 11 March 2010 Blues/Country trio The Texettes made the most of their visit to Tamworth, and while they weren't "discovered" themselves, they happily say “the Texettes discovered Tamworth”. In doing so, they managed to open the SACCM showcase, do a live to air interview on Festival FM 101.5, perform in talent quests, busking of course, and getting a semi-finals spot for song 'By A Living Thing' in the Contemporary section of the Tamworth Songwriting Awards. The song is the first track off soon to be released LP 'Sure Fire Cure', expected in April.
Snap to Zero Play Non-Comeback ShowPosted 11 March 2010 "...Don't call it a comeback !" Local Adelaide 3 piece Snap to Zero are reforming for a one off show supporting their friends Full Scale, who have also recently reformed and now go by the name Full Scale Revolution. Confused? Don't be. If you like your rock heavy, tight, groovy and in your face don't miss this dreamboat line up of Australian Alternative Heavy Rock with Snap to Zero, Poetikool Justice and Full Scale Revolution on Saturday March 20th at Jive . Snap to Zero broke up 3 years ago after a 7 year career, with highlights including being Unearthed by Triple J, touring and playing festivals nationwide and supporting the likes of Cog, Butterfly Effect, Spiderbait and Grinspoon to name but a few. Their unique brand of groove heavy rock can be heard on their full length record "Where is the Free World", which will be available on the night. Word is, their drummer Sam Carpenter left to travel overseas but is now back and keen to play live after being asked to play this show with Full Scale Revolution....
THIS JUST IN... Posted 11 March 2010
Poetikool Justice win 2009 Emily Burrows Award Posted 3 March 2010 As tweeted by MusicSA last Thursday night, Poetikool Justice have been announced as the recipients of the 2009 Emily Burrows Award. Members of the group, Ben Williams, Mitch Hay, Adam Blesing, Sean Dedrick and Steve Dedrick were presented with their award at the FUSE Festival VIP networking drinks last Thursday night at the Arcade Lane Theatre in Adelaide. Sponsored by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA), the award recognises emerging artists from South Australia, providing financial support to further their professional development. The $4,000 prize was instituted in 2001 in memory of Emily Burrows- a former APRA membership representative and compliance officer, who worked tirelessly to support and encourage South Australian songwriters and composers. The Award was established following her tragic, accidental death in 2000. A unique blend of funk, reggae, rock and hip hop, Poetikool Justice’s live show makes them one of the best live acts in South Australia. In 2005 they won the SAMI award for Best SA Hip Hop Act, and have since continued to grow their audience. They have earned the respect of the industry having played alongside Lowrider, TZU & Blue King Brown, and in 2010 headlined the SA stage at the Big Day Out. “I took an immediate shine to the group’s melodic style and songwriting. They are obviously a very entertaining good-time group, but with a strong social conscience as well,” said Gary Burrows, APRA’s Licensing Manager in South Australia and father of the late Emily Burrows. Previous winners have included The Fiddle Chicks (2008), Huckleberry Swedes (2007), Mere Theory (2006), Pharaohs (2005), Foreshore (2004), Special Patrol (2003), Hilltop Hoods (2002) and Gone to Earth (2001).
The Instamatics Australia-wide "Night After Night" Posted 3 March 2010 Austereo network's "Australian First" played local Beats, Electronica, Pop/rock act The Instamatics' song "Night After Night" Australia wide last Sunday February 28th as the Radar Radio feature artist of the week. The band are also finalists in the 2010 Music Oz Awards with two songs nominated in two different genres - "How Much Are You Getting For Free?" in the 'Alternative' genre and "Any Way You Want It" in the 'Dance / Electronica' genre. Wish them luck, and watch this space on news of the band's world premiere of the soon to be completed animated music video for "Night After Night."
Straitjacket Fashion Release "Elusive" LPPosted 3 March 2010 Original hard rock band Straitjacket Fashion are all set to launch “The Garden Elusive”, the long awaited chaser to their successful 2007 EP “Corridors” at The Crown and Anchor Hotel on Thursday 4th of March. The LP shows how the band has matured, and also jumpted off the 'metal' bandwagon to find their individual sound. Since forming in 2007, the driving trio have stamped their mark on the Adelaide scene with several energetic and memorable performances at big name venues and a few music festivals (e.g EMERGENZA, SCORCHERFEST, KRANKFEST, LIVE HARD & HEAVY). One of their most popular tracks ‘Turned My Back’ has also recently been included in the visual production and soundtrack of soon to be released film, CARMILLA HYDE. Get along and support local live music at their launch!
End of Era for Imminent PsychosisPosted 24 February 2010 Imminent Psychosis have been playing thrash metal around Australia since their first live show in 2003. The band has played over 60 shows both local and intestate, has recorded two full-length albums, and appeared on seven compilation albums. Singer Leo will be leaving the band in April 2010, as he is relocating to Sweden for personal reasons. The band will continue, and look to audition new vocalists in the near future - email imminent_psychosis@hotmail.com if you are interested. It is unsure if they will continue under the same name, or start fresh. There are two remaining shows left to see the band (as is) live... the first, Saturday March 13 @ Crown and Anchor Hotel will see them playing with local thrash titans Se Bon Ki Ra , and Dreadnaught (VIC). The final show will be on April 17, at Enigma Bar with good mates Dawn of Retribution, Trace Vapour, and more TBA.
Jeff deBoar Captures the Light in StudioPosted 24 February 2010 Folk-rock singer Jeff deBoar is still racking up the tracks at Broadcast Studio, and you can hear a bit of experimentation in his sound as well. He hasn’t entirely moved away from his low key acoustic folk songs – two real beauties on his bonus single are “Darkness” and “Captured Light” – but he’s also sounding like a folky version of the Beach Boys, and a new millennium version of Cat Stevens and Paul Simon. You can hear both tracks on his MusicSA Artist listing , and catch him live during the Fringe at the Garden of Unearthly Delights on March 13th, from 6pm.
Tracer Make Sound Contact in New ManagerPosted 18 February 2010 After racking up an impressive 25 gigs during their debut European tour, energetic rock act Tracer are back home and ready for some local action. Happy to give back to the local industry and support other up-and-coming Adelaide musicians at their gigs, they've invited songstress Georgia Germain to support them at their upcoming show at the UniSA (City East) O'Week Celebrations (Fri 26 Feb). Tracer will also take part in Shimmering West, a brand new outdoor venue running on Light Square as part of the Adelaide Fringe. Held on the lawns outside Higher Ground and the State Arts Centre on Light Square, Tracer are excited to play on a big stage again and turn it up till the ground moves and the leaves fall from the trees. Check out the MusicSA Event article on Adelaide Fringe for details. Finally, the band are pleased to announce a formal partnership with Drew Landt from Sound Contact Management. Drew will be bringing his never ending wisdom and expertise to the band to help take things to the next level. All booking enquiries should be directed to Drew at drew.soundcontact@gmail.com .
The Baker Suite Return to Spiegeltent Posted 18 February 2010
Dexter Jones Clown Around in ClipPosted 18 February 2010 Dexter Jones have teamed up with Tim Pine of Rocking Chair Films to produce hone and shape a film clip for 'DCF', one of the tracsk from an upcoming EP expected in mid 2010. Without giving too much away, we hear that the clip involves "clowns gone wrong and lots of hyper kids, and a cast of 40," and is sure to be quite a spectacle. You can get yourself a free copy of 'DCF' plus other new track 'Semolina' on a teaser CD that the boys will be handing out on their upcoming Ignite showcase at the Electric Light Hotel next Thursday as part of Fuse Festival .
THIS JUST IN...Posted 18 February 2010
ISAW Set for SoundwavePosted 10 February 2010 Triple J’s Unearthed competition has long been renowned for exposing raw talent from the most obscure sources, and this is no exception. Metal band ISAW has been seemingly plucked from the nether regions of Adelaide and is to be thrown up onto the big stage for the local instalment of Soundwave. ISAW’s style is defined by their passion for numerous genres of metal, creating a canvas where a veritable variety of ideas can coexist. The five piece has been gigging locally for the last two years steadily building a following of loyal fans, but gaining any kind of recognition certainly hasn’t come quickly. “The metal scene is very much an underground scene, and that’s just how we like it” drummer Kim Fiddaman says, “it’s quite a difficult task to be recognised in this genre considering the talent and skill metal musicians must have, but if it were any other way then that recognition wouldn’t hold as much value”. Over the last two years ISAW been nominated in the top 5 artists in the country for the metal/hardcore category at the MusicOz Awards, and their song 'Fire' was selected for Dark Sky Record’s Underground Rising Vol.3 metal compilation in the United States, and now of course - playing Soundwave! When asked about their reaction after being told they were to play Soundwave the guys replied “we screamed like little girls and ran around in circles!” ISAW recorded a three track demo CD early in 2008, which has enjoyed frequent airplay on Triple J’s ‘The Racket’ hosted by Andrew Haug, and on Three D radio’s ‘Power Surge’. The quality and professionalism displayed on their demo has garnered rave reviews from fans and media alike. “The one and only disappointment in this debut recording from Adelaide’s ISAW is the fact that it’s only three tunes and over WAY too quickly! But boy do they pack some punch into those three tracks. To say these three songs leave you wanting more is a true understatement.” Buzz Magazine. You can expect ISAW’s live show assault will be tight and relentless as they open Stage 4 at Adelaide’s Soundwave Festival at 11:00am in the morning, so make sure you’re there early to watch the guys rip the grass off Bonython Park. This is one appearance not to be missed.
Catherine Fraser's Golden FiddlePosted 10 February 2010 A purveyor of the art of Scottish fiddle, local musician Catherine Fraser has just been awarded Best Fiddler as Soloist, Australasia, at the 2010 Golden Fiddle Awards. She says, "I feel honoured to receive this recognition and would like to thank my family and friends for their wonderful ongoing support, Duncan Smith for his amazing accompanying skills, and of course, all of my fans who continue to appreciate and support live acoustic music." The Golden Fiddle Awards is the first awards system embracing all musical styles, which focuses on nurturing, supporting and rewarding the wealth of violin playing, performance and composing talent in Australia and New Zealand. The Golden Fiddle Awards are for players, composers and teachers of classical, folk, rock, jazz, punk, celtic, country, bluegrass and alternate violin. In addition to her presitigious win, 2010 is already shaping up to be quite a busy year, with performances and workshops in the UK, Germany, New Zealand and the USA later in the year. Local gigs are also in the pipeline and recent release Rhymes & Reasons continues to sell well, gaining regular airplay on National radio along the way too. Catherine has also recorded fiddle on a track for a new Celtic CD being released by the ABC later in the year - watch this space for more on that soon.
Overseas & OZ Acclaim for Brillig's New LP Posted 10 February 2010 The pre-release of alt. folk act Brillig's new LP "The Red Coats" has been doing the national rounds on folk shows since late 2009, and even made it into the Top 5 Australian Releases for 2009 on Folk 'n' Roots on 3INR (96.5fm, VIC). On the other side of the globe (and other side of 'genre-land'), Brillig landed in the Best Releases of 2009, as judged by USA magazine Gothic Paradise. Editor Jacob L. Bogedahl says "Here's another band that never ceases to amaze me... Their mix of male and female vocals to portray the various folk ballads and tales is excellent, and has grown to be a favourite here." Meanwhile, back in the hometown, Brillig was very honoured to be on the list of Three D Radio's Top 30 Bands of the station's 30 year history, as nominated by station subscribers and announcers. The band first released "The Red Coats" overseas (through label Black Rain) during their debut European tour last May, and it has been gathering great reviews ever since, described as a 'masterpiece' (Ikecht, Germany), 'total work of art' (Mediakonverter, Germany), 'truly intoxicating' (Mentenebre, Spain), 'an incredible work...full of magic' (Ladefuncion, Spain) and 'the offspring of Nick Cave & The Pogues' (Side-Line, Belgium). To mark the debut of "The Red Coats" in Australia, Brillig will officially launch the LP at their series of shows in the Adelaide Fringe Festival , titled 'Til Death Do Us Part.' Featuring murder ballads, sea shanties and other tales of lost love, these free shows take place on the first three Sundays of Fringe (Feb 21, Feb 28, Mar 7 ) at the Grace Emily Hotel from 7pm. Playing songs from their LP, plus a handful of favourite ‘murder/death ballads’ by Leonard Cohen, Johnny Cash, Paul Kelly, Nick Cave etc, Brillig claim the shows will "transport you to an eerie, yet oddly familiar place, long ago and far away, as we spin tales that are best served with a swig of whiskey – or a large glass of absinthe." Expect to see the Grace Emily transformed into an enchanted (and colourful) Tim Burton-esque cemetery, and of course the band will dress accordingly. Guest singers will make special appearances, and the new LP will be available for purchase on the night.
THIS JUST IN...Posted 10 February 2010
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