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RISING SOUTH LONDON PRODUCER NATE BRAZIER SHARES BRAND NEW SINGLE ‘FEELS’

by the partae August 31, 2022
written by the partae
Photo by Above Ground

PRAISE FOR NATE BRAZIER

“On the rise”
Bridget Hustwaite (Good Nights, triple j)

“Deep knowledge of and respect for dance music production”
Pilerats

Following the wildfire success of his debut tracks ‘Patterns’ and ‘Inertia’, the South London-born, Nate Brazier returns with his latest single ‘Feels’. LISTEN HERE.

‘Feels’ is an exploration into the beauty of connecting with like-minded people in a world that so often seeks to magnify our differences. Nate explains, “With ‘Feels’ I’m speaking on a certain undefinable synergy, like when you meet somebody and everything seems to fall into place. The verses acknowledge that modern culture profits off our insecurities – I wanted the chorus to feel like a euphoric antidote to that.”

The singer-songwriter and producer is making some of the most hotly-tipped music that has undeniably injected a breath of fresh air into the alt dance space. Pushing the boundaries of future garage, left-leaning hip-hop and alternative R&B, Nate deftly moves between styles and tones, yet remains stylistically coherent. Quick to praise his influences, Nate draws inspiration from the soundscapes of Arca, Burial, Jai Paul and FKA Twigs. His early releases have amassed nearly 1 million streams, featuring on Spotify’s coveted POLLEN playlist and has seen co-signs from Kojey Radical, J Rick, and Potter Payper, who recently praised Nate in his BBC 1Xtra takeover – an incredible feat for a brand new artist.

Nate is building his fanbase through a series of cinematic TikTok videos which depict the adolescent world he shares with close friends. Accumulating over 10M + video views on the platform, Nate has simultaneously picked up fans across press and radio including Clash’s ’Next Wave’, NME, Sian Anderson’s ’Next Generation’ on BBC 1Xtra, Jamz Supernova, BBC Introducing and BBC 6 Music’s Mary Anne Hobbs’ ‘Hit Reset’ and ’New Music Fix’ playlists. In such a short space of time, Nate Brazier is an essential new artist to watch.

‘Feels‘ by Nate Brazier is out now, buy/stream it here.

CREDITS
Written by Nate Brazier & Tev’n
Co-Produced by Nate Brazier & Henri
Mixed by Blue May
Mastered by Joe LaPorta

Stay connected with Nate Brazier:
Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | SoundCloud

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Miller Roberts Releases Rhiannon

by the partae August 31, 2022
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NSW based, multi-instrumentalist Miller Roberts delivers a lush homage to Fleetwood Mac’s Rhiannon – set for worldwide release on Friday 26th August 2022. Available on all platforms, the single is reimagined with Miller’s effortless vocal timbre and longtime musical collaborator Jackson Barclay’s airy and light-as-a-feather instrumental. The pair present a thoughtful, indie-folk / dream-pop version of the classic, that is both vulnerable and unguarded, while equally confident and self-assured.

Miller’s Rhiannon follows the release of her sophomore EP ‘All the things I could never say’ in 2021, and her live version of EP single ‘Bad Habit’ on Mahogany’s acclaimed Live Sessions earlier this year. Supported by industry and audiences alike, Miller Roberts has been featured across national tastemaker station Triple J, and on local and international publications including Earmilk, Happy Magazine and Music Crowns. As an independent artist, she has also garnered incredible support across Spotify and Apple Music streaming platforms featuring on multiple editorial playlists including New Music Friday, Coffee & Chill, Office Stereo, Indie Arrivals, Chilled Afternoon, Chilled Waves, Equal AU/NZ, Self-Care, Mellow Days: Apple Music Pop and Chilled Acoustic: Apple Music Acoustic; gathering over 5 million collective streams.

Rhiannon opens on to Miller’s next phase of original music – beginning with upcoming single Bon Iver Concert (a duet with Winterbourne’s James Draper) pencilled for release in November 2022; leading to her debut album in 2023 with an accompanying East Coast tour.

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Tjaka Mix The Old With The New With ‘Break It Down’ Music Video

by the partae August 31, 2022
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Photo credit: Only Odd

Support for ‘Break It Down’

First play on Triple J Blak Out

Added to Triple J Unearthed Radio

4ZZZ Top 20

#10 and #5 on AMRAP Metro Charts

“Tjaka won’t have you taking the main road and it’s an adventure on the bumpy back streets with them behind the wheel. The didge is so mad all the way through too as it rises and falls”
4 / 5 (Declan Byrne, Triple J) 

“Having seen them live, I can say they’re even better in person.” (Tone Deaf)

“…a gorgeous blend of electronic and hip hop fusion with Aboriginal ancestral influence.”
(Purple Sneakers)

First Nations Meanjin/Brisbane-based trio Tjaka, dropped their single ‘Break It Down’, a groundbreaking blend of electronic/ hip-hop combined with their Aboriginal ancestral influence, just the other week on August 16.

After seeing an overwhelming amount of support from the likes of Triple J, Triple J Unearthed, Purple Sneakers, Music Feeds, AAA Backstage, and so much more, they are releasing the accompanying music video – a visual representation of the ‘old’ and the ‘new’ within their indigenous culture. As Geoff Fabila states:

“The message that we are bringing to our listeners is that for 60 thousand years, indigenous culture continues to stay strong.”

With the help of videographer Joshua Hickie, the music video (shot on Yuggara and Turrbal land) features dancers Leelana Fabila-Hicks and Derek Sandy, showing the two ends of their culture, their ancestral roots and modern-day interpretations through hip-hop dance. Geoff Fabila continues:

“The thinking through this music video was to best represent our song visually through dance and special types of shots. Throughout the video, there are cuts to both a modern style of dance (hip-hop) by an indigenous dancer [Leelana Fabila-Hicks] and cuts to traditional dance lead by Derek Sandy, a young cultural leader and teacher.”

The juxtaposition of these two dancers innately shows the strength of the indigenous culture and how it continues to pulse through the generations.

“We have many indigenous people innovating and excelling in the modern world we live in today” and Tjaka, alongside many other indigenous people, are showing the importance of maintaining this culture. Fabila finally notes:

“Breaking this message down was our aim for the song both musically, lyrically, and now visually and we hope audiences, wherever they are, enjoy this project we’ve worked hard on along with a very special and talented team.”

‘Break It Down’ and their stunning clip honouring their roots are out now. Catch Tjaka over the next month at one of their upcoming shows across QLD – more information below:

Tjaka Upcoming Shows
2-4 September – Jungle Love Festival – Imbil
16 September – Solbar – Sunshine Coast~*
17 September – Bearded Lady – Brisbane~*
23 September – Mo’s Desert Clubhouse – Gold Coast~^”
~Supported by Endless Valley
*Supported by Hemingway
^Supported by Dizzy Days
“Supported by Lotus Ship

Follow Tjaka

Spotify | Apple Music | Facebook | Instagram | Youtube

Soundcloud | Triple J Unearthed | Bandcamp

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Miller Roberts

by the partae August 31, 2022
written by the partae
Where are you currently based?
I’ve actually just moved from my hometown Newcastle to Sydney in Australia!

How did you first start playing music?
I’ve played music for as long as I can remember. My dad is incredibly creative and was always dragging myself and my 4 siblings around to play at any event he could wrangle
I remember getting piano and guitar lessons sporadically but my dad always taught us to play music by what we hear. I have this distinct memory of him handing me a guitar and telling me to play along to the song we were listening to. I remember whinging that I didn’t know how to play it and he told me to keep playing chords until it sounded right!
That is something that definitely influenced how I write and play music even to this day.

What’s been happening recently?
I’ve been in writing mode for most of this year. My latest EP ‘All the things I could never say’ has had such an incredible response which I’m so excited about, but I’m looking at taking a slight change in direction for my next record so I’ve been buried deep in that!

Your latest single ‘Rhiannon’ will be released on the 26th of August, what influenced the sound and songwriting?
I am a huge fan of Fleetwood Mac. Rhiannon is a song that’s up there in one of my all time favourites, so I was really excited to cover this song.
I wanted to put a fresh spin on the original sound while still keeping true to the essence of the song. The vocal swells in the chorus were the most pivotal part for me, so it was really important to keep them just as central to the song.
I’ve always been heavily influenced by folk that came out of the 60s and 70s so my sound has always been more folky. I’ve definitely leaned into more pop sensibilities for this track which is really exciting for me.
I guess modern influences for this song would be artists like LEON, Gordi and Bon Iver.

How did you go about recording this track?
I recorded this with my dear friend and producer Jackson Barclay.
We started by laying the piano and vocals down as a base, then slowly added layer upon layer onto the track.
We always have such a fun time in the studio, experimenting with different sounds and instruments. A lot of the percussion for this song was recorded using bits and bobs around Jackson’s studio (think an old toolbox, a bicycle wheel and some kitchen cutlery).
Trent Dobson mastered this track as well! We love Trent.

How did you approach the recording process?
I love to go into recording with a couple of days rest behind me. I try to go in with a clear head so I’m open to experimenting and pushing my own boundaries a little bit.
Coffee is a must, and Jackson and I love a cheeky gin and soda break somewhere in the day!

What does this single mean to you?
For me, even though I didn’t write this iconic song (I wish!), it represents a change in direction for me. I’m excited to step into something new and fresh in terms of sound and style and Rhiannon is the first step in that journey.

Who are you listening to at the moment?
I’m absolutely loving Widowspeak, a duo based in Brooklyn. Big fan of Orla Gartland’s new album ‘Woman on the Internet’ and I’m probably permanently listening to Adrianne Lenker’s album called ‘songs’ released in 2020.

What do you like to do away from music?
I’m a bit of a bookworm, so I love to read! I’m also (supposed to be) studying interior design as well as music. I’m super into thrifting, so always pottering around my local op shops looking for fun, quirky pieces of clothing, furniture or nic nacks!

What’s planned for the remainder of 2022 going into 2023?
I’ve got a whole lot of writing planned for the rest of the year. Hopefully a handful of shows where I can, and definitely recording the next record is a top priority. I’m so excited for 2023. It’s going to be a great year!

Favourite food and place to hangout?
I could eat dumplings for the rest of my life and at the moment, my favourite place to hang out is my new apartment! I’m absolutely in love with the process of setting it up as my new home.

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DJ Diesel aka Shaq O’Neal at 170 Russell Melbourne, August 24

by the partae August 31, 2022
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Photography: Juan Castro – Words: Chris Brooks

DJ Diesel, hit the decks at a one off exclusive club gig at 170 Russell in Melbourne on Wednesday the 24th of August, 2022.

Presented by Lucky Ent, Shaq blew the punters away with a night they’ll never forget.

DJ Diesel was supported by Balaram, Big Boss, Chenda, Miicha & Ryscu.

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Gold Sounds Music Conference – Program Announcement

by the partae August 30, 2022
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From 13-16 October, Central Victoria’s biggest music conference returns for its second year, bringing together Victoria’s regional and Melbourne music communities for a host of panels, workshops, networking events, and a youth program.

Held on Djarra Country in Castlemaine, the conference sessions cover a myriad of topics and play host to an extraordinary array of music industry professionals including artist managers, booking agents, musicians, academics, activists and more.

The conference kicks off in style at The Taproom on Thursday 13 October with a launch of television and radio broadcaster Myf Warhurst’s book The Time of My Life –  described as “a captivating and joyous memoir of wisdom, humour and heart that unleashes the music within us all”. Join Myf in conversation with Gold Sounds Director Fionna Allan, as she shares funny, fabulous and occasionally fraught tales.

Friday 14 October sees the event move to the Phee Broadway Theatre in the centre of Castlemaine. Conference programming will feature sessions on mental health wellness, music and activism, regional festival and venue programming, opportunities and tips when applying for grants and funding, and a session on creative collaboration.

“As our industry recovers from the last few years, focusing on how to look after our own and other’s mental health is as important as ever. Coupled with sessions on how grant funding organisations work, how regional festivals and venues are programmed, and the desire to make important work, either solo or with others, Friday has something for everyone,” said Ms Allan.

On Saturday 15 October, the focus turns to songwriting copyright and licensing, community radio,  marketing and PR and youth-focussed events programmed in direct response to young people. Saturday will also feature a special Yarning Strong panel from Support Act, focussing on breaking down barriers for First Nations artists, including guests Mitch Tambo and Dallas Woods.

“The conference panels are a great opportunity to hear about the journeys of a diverse group of industry legends, from the lessons they have learnt over the years to where they are heading. The Yarning Strong session has Dallas Woods returning to the conference again, sharing his knowledge and experience alongside other talented and passionate First Nations people ,” said Ms Allan.

On Sunday 16 October, musicians take centre stage as songwriting clinics featuring Cash Savage another yet to be announced, held by APRA AMCOS.

“Having an esteemed songwriter like Cash Savage share their knowledge and sit with our local musicians to create something together brings us back to the heart of what we do – producing great music. These sessions are supportive, inspiring and a great springboard for budding songwriters to take that next step,” said Ms Allan.

Gold Sounds Music Conference will also feature music interview training and other practical sessions.

Tickets are on sale Thursday 1 September, 2022, via the Gold Sounds website.

Last year’s inaugural conference featured keynote speeches by industry heavyweights Jen Cloher and Liz Stringer alongside workshops run by two of the region’s biggest stars, Dallas Woods and Jess Ribeiro. Held as Victoria was emerging from lockdown in late 2021, the Conference was delivered as part of Music Victoria’s Regional Music Development program. The inaugural event attracted more than 100 people from the music industry and community across the weekend, and won the Mount Alexander Shire Council Community Event of the Year.

Gold Sounds Music Conference 2022 schedule:

Thursday 13 October:

Myf Warhurst – star of ABC’s Spicks and Specks, SBS’s Eurovision coverage and ABC radio broadcaster and podcaster – launches her book The Time of My Life at the Taproom, Walker St Castlemaine. This event is supported by Northern Books and Shedshaker Brewing. All tickets include a signed copy of Myf’s book.

Friday 14 October:

Identity: The Music, The Mind, The Me

Led by Music Victoria’s Mental Health Clinician/Consultant Bree Chapman-Stewart in conversation with Benny Clark (drummer, Baker Boy), BATTS (Musician/advocate) and Kiwat Kennell (Musician and Community and Project Manager at Music Victoria).

Under the Influence: Music & Activism

A lively discussion including Berish Bilander (CEO, Green Music Australia), Dr Catherine Strong (Associate Professor, RMIT University) and more. This session will also present Green Music Australia’s ‘Sound Country’, a green resource for musicians and the music industry.

Where it’s At: Regional Festival & Venue Programming

With Dina Bassile (Director, Tibi Access/Groove Tunes), Emma Ireland (Director, Chill Out Festival Daylesford / Spring Bliss Hanging Rock), Rebecca Strong (Collective Artists/Fairground Festival) and  Justin Rudge (Program Director, Port Fairy Folk Festival).

Follow the Money: Grants & Funding

An informative panel presented by representatives from Australia Council for the Arts, Creative Victoria and Regional Arts Victoria. 

Team Work is Dream Work: Working in Creative Teams

A panel discussion about the joy of collaboration with Meagan Loader (ABC’s Head of Music & Creative Development), Alastair Burns (Heart Stop Music – Julia Jacklin/Marlon Williams) and more to be announced.

Saturday 15 October:

Yarning Strong: Breaking Down the Barriers

Yarning Strong is a series presented by Support Act that focuses on First Nations mental health and what it looks like in the music industry. This session will feature guest panellists Mitch Tambo (Artist), Dallas Woods (Artist), Larissa Ryan (Artist Manager/A&R Warner Music) and is led by Cerisa Benjamin (Support Act).

Shout it Out Loud: Marketing/PR: Getting Media Ready & Your Message out there

With Jane Gazzo (TV & Radio Broadcaster/Writer), Emily Kelly (Deathproof PR), Eliza Hull (Musician/Writer/Disability Advocate) and facilitated by  Josh Meadows (Artists/MainFM broadcaster).

On the Air: Community and Public Radio

A fascinating discussion outlining why Community and Public Radio is so important, with Meagan Loader (ABC’s Head of Music & Creative Development), Shane Homan (Assoc Professor, Monash University) Richard Moffat (Programming Coordinator, MainFM) and more to be announced.

An Introduction to Copyright & Licensing

With Chris O’Neill, Director – Membership & Stakeholder Engagement, APRA AMCOS – part of the public and youth conference program.

Songcraft: In Conversation

APRA AMCOS presents a fascinating discussion and insight into the process of songwriting Jonine Standish (HTRK), Racquel Solier (Mod Con/Various Asses) and one more to be announced, led by Annaliese Redlich (Neon Sunset RRR, Imperial Leather).

Music Interviewing Skills

A practical session led by music broadcaster Jane Gazzo, this 3 hour session will equip radio presenters and musicians with the skills to undertake great interviews. Presented by the Community Media Training Organisation and taking place at Castlemaine Community House.

Youth Program

With support from The Push, Saturday’s program will include targeted sessions for Young People, curated in response to their direct requests. The sessions will cover topics such as songwriting, touring and more. Details of these sessions will be in the coming weeks.

Sunday 16 October:

321 Songwriting Sessions

A day of in-person collaborative sessions curated by Cash Savage and another yet to be announced, presented by APRA AMCOS. 321 sessions are a fantastic opportunity to sharpen and hone songwriting skills. Participation is by application only. To register your interest, head to the Gold Sounds website for more information.

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TWNTY THREE AT BIGSOUND 2022 TASMAN KEITH, THE TERRYS, PHOEBE GO, AGUNG MANGO, NLV RECORDS + MORE

by the partae August 30, 2022
written by the partae
PANELS + EVENTS

Yarning Strong: Burnout & Mindset
w/ Tasman Keith, Kee’ahn, Cerisa Benjamin (Support Act), Mitch Tambo
Thu 8 Sep – 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM – Heritage Room (Cloudland)

Pass The Mic: Dynamic Wisdom for the Great Music Industry Reset
w/ Tasman Keith, Kerry Kennell, Sue Ray, Eric Avery
Thu 8 Sep – 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – Alice Room (Cloudland)

The Orchard + NLV Presents
w/ dameeeela, Big Skeez, Gold Fang, FOURA, Korky Buchek Soundsystem
Thu 8 Sep – 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM – Ling Lings

AGUNG MANGO

“The Melbourne rapper who deserves more attention” 
VICE

Wed 7 Sep – 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM – The Warehouse
Thu 8 Sep – 11:40PM – 12:20 PM – Stranded Bar

LISTEN to ‘Runaway’
READ MORE

BIG SKEEZ

“Forcing the Australian music guard to take notice”
VOGUE Australia

Tue 6 Sep – 11:30 PM – 12:00 AM – EC Venue
Wed 7 Sep – 9:10 PM – 9:40 PM – Press Club

LISTEN to ‘Bang’
READ MORE

CODY JON

“Clever, concise and catchy AF”
Nick Findlay (triple j)

Tue 6 Sep – 8:50 PM – 9:20 PM – Summa House
Wed 7 Sep – 9:10 PM – 9:40 PM – Stranded Bar

LISTEN to ‘Dirty Dancing ft. Charley’
READ MORE

DAMEEEELA

“The First Nations Australian producer shows us how it’s really done”
Resident Advisor

Wed 7 Sep – 11:30 PM – 12:00 PM – La La Land
Thu 8 Sep – 11:40 PM – 11:10 PM – EC Venue

LISTEN to ‘The Shake Up ft. Tjaka’
READ MORE

FOURA

Feature Artist
triple j Unearthed

Tue 6 Sep – 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM – EC Venue
Thu 8 Sep – 8:10 PM – 8:40 PM – La La Land

LISTEN to ‘Power’
READ MORE

GOLD FANG

“Continues to shake up Australian music”
Complex AU

Wed 7 Sep – 10:50 PM – 11:20 PM – Prohibition
Thu 8 Sep – 10:30 PM – 11:00 PM – Blute’s Bar

LISTEN to ‘Wet’
READ MORE

LÂLKA

“Visceral but easy to love”
Bandcamp

Tue 6 Sep – 9:50 PM – 10:20 PM – La La Land

LISTEN to ‘Hold Me’
READ MORE

PHOEBE GO

“Can’t wait to see where Phoebe Goes from here”
Atwood Magazine

Tue 6 Sep – 10:50 PM – 11:20 PM – The Prince Consort Hotel
Wed 7 Sep – 11:40 PM – 12:10 AM – King Lear’s Throne

LISTEN to ‘We Don’t Talk’
READ MORE

TASMAN KEITH

“A rapper with a cause”
Men’s Health

Thu 8 Sep – 11:20 PM – 11:50 PM – The Loft

LISTEN to A Colour Undone LP
READ MORE

THE TERRYS

“Putting good times at the forefront”
triple j

Wed 7 Sep – 11:30 PM – 12:00 AM – The Warehouse
Thu 8 Sep – 10:30 PM – 11:00 PM – Summa House

LISTEN to ‘Waiting For You’
READ MORE

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IVY LEAGUE RECORDS ANNOUNCE BIGSOUND PARTY, TURN IT UP!

by the partae August 30, 2022
written by the partae
WED SEPT 7, 5.00PM – 7.30PM
WOOLLY MAMMOTH & IVORY TUSK
Mia Wray, Shannen James, WILSN & Sappho
+ two secret headliners to be revealed!
This Bigsound, the famed indie Ivy League Records brings you TURN IT UP! – a full venue take-over that will see the label unleash part of its stellar roster over two stages at Woolly Mammoth and Ivory Tusk, Wed 7th September from 5pm! Presented by Bacardi, TURN IT UP! will feature performances by some of Ivy League’s newest recruits, including Mia Wray, Shannen James, WILSN & Sappho, plus two very special secret headliners to be revealed on the night.

Since its inception, the Ivy League Records crew has had the singular vision to release music they love and believe in, and 25 years on, the vision has not wavered. With a current roster that boasts the likes of The Teskey Brothers, The Rubens, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, The Beths and Hatchie to name a few, the label has consistently released quality music, while quietly winning a slew of awards, certifications, and accolades along the way. In 2022, Ivy League Records is more dynamic than ever and with exciting new talents like Mia Wray, WILSN, Shannen James and Sappho making their Bigsound debut, the Ivy League mark of quality remains well and truly intact.

Come celebrate 25 years of great music, try BACARDÍ’s new cocktails to go range – BACARDÍ’ Piña Colada and BACARDÍ Raspberry Mojito – and score limited-edition Ivy League merch at what is sure to be one of the biggest parties of this year’s festival.

CONNECT WITH IVY LEAGUE RECORDS
instagram.com/ivyleaguerecords
facebook.com/ivyleaguerecords

DO WHAT MOVES YOU – CONNECT WITH BACARDÍ AU:
@BACARDÍAU | #DOWHATMOVESYOU | #BACARDÍTOGO

ENTRY OPEN TO ALL BIGSOUND DELEGATES AND
FESTIVAL TICKET HOLDERS


CLICK ‘ATTENDING’ IN YOUR DELEGATE PORTAL HERE

 

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JOSH PYKE ANNOUNCES 30 DATE ‘TO FIND HAPPINESS’ REGIONAL TOUR

by the partae August 30, 2022
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ANNOUNCES ‘TO FIND HAPPINESS’ REGIONAL TOUR

NEW ALBUM TO FIND HAPPINESS OUT NOW 

Beloved Australian troubadour Josh Pyke is ending 2022 on an extremely happy note, today announcing a 30-date regional tour in celebration of his recent seventh album To Find Happiness. An album soaked in sublime melodics and clever pop, To Find Happiness is a poignant and intimate journey that will undoubtedly transfix live onstage when Josh embarks on his mammoth upcoming journey around Australia, kicking off in October in Hepburn Springs, Victoria and closing out in December in Airlie Beach in Queensland. Also joining Josh for these special shows will be singer-songwriter and the incomparable vocalist for The Jezabels: Hayley Mary.

Opening on Friday 14 October with an all ages show at Palais Hepburn in Hepburn Springs, Josh and Hayley will be weaving musical magic in Queenscliff, Ballarat, Belgrave, Frankston, Healesville, San Remo, Mornington, Perth, Bunbury, Margaret River, Duncraig, Byron Bay, Coolangatta, Bribie Island, Canberra, Bulli, Ulverstone, Evandale, Hobart, Franklin, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Taree, Newcastle, Katoomba, Milton, Cairns, Townsville and, last but certainly not least, finishing up in Airlie Beach in Queensland on Sunday 18 December. With Taree sold out and multiple shows selling fast, don’t miss the opportunity to catch Josh armed with his beautiful new album when he rolls into a town near you, tickets are on sale now from www.joshpyke.com.au.

Emerging out of lockdowns and isolations armed with an unexpected new album, Josh’s seventh full length diverts from the typical “lockdown era” sonic fare, actively seeking and finding joy, acceptance and unbridled creativity amongst narratives of uncertainty and self discovery. Equally personal and universally relatable, To Find Happiness wholeheartedly lives up to its exploratory title, showcasing Josh’s signature charm and silken production alongside noticable creative expansion; and it was this organic and unexpected artistic inspiration fostered during the pandemic years that ultimately drove Josh to conjure a follow up to his acclaimed 2020 album Rome, as he explains,“I was essentially inspired by creativity. Obviously things from my personal life have influenced the songs themselves, but in terms of wanting to do another record so soon after Rome, it was the act of creativity, that flow state that inspired me to push through and make To Find Happiness. I felt a compulsion to create, and that creative drive just kind of led me to making To Find Happiness. It was a really inspired and creative time! This is my best work. I really believe that musically, lyrically and production wise, it’s a step up, and I feel like To Find Happiness is the sound that I want to build on from here. Still organic and authentic, but with an experimentation that felt less restricted than before”. 

With 2022 offering artists and fans alike a chance to resume and reconnect in a live setting, witnessing the warmth and profound vigour Josh brings to the stage is certainly something to tick off the bucket list in 2022; and, as Josh reveals, these evenings are set to offer deep dives and a chance to connect with Josh onstage like never before, as he reveals, “This tour will be solo, so me, my loop pedal and few bits and bobs, but essentially just me on stage. I find it’s a really amazing way to get to the core of the songs and the core of connecting with the audience. I’ll also have the incredible Hayley Mary from the Jezebels playing support so there’s a solid chance that we’ll be joining each other on stage at some point!”.

Already in command of multiple top 10 albums, five ARIA award wins, multiple headline tours and an innate ability to cleave intelligent songwriting with infectious melodics, Josh continues to be renowned and revered as one of Australia’s most accomplished and beloved artists and storytellers. Able to flit effortlessly between bubbling joy and gripping melancholy without faltering in self indulgence,Josh’s trademark tunes are like a nostalgic warm hug; equally familiar and fresh and unendingly absorbing. And as if his creative output to date wasn’t impressive enough, Josh is also a seasoned children’s writer, with seven published kid’s books under his belt, as well as  hosting the podcast It’s Raining Mentors alongside Elana Stone.

Bringing together Josh’s renewed appreciation for travelling and playing music after the uncertainty of the past few years, the impending To Find Happiness tour won’t just be a chance to christen Josh’s new album; it’ll also be a chance for Josh and fans alike to rediscover the joy of live music and shared creative experiences, as Josh concludes, “I’ve had a few personal things happen in my life in the last few years that have really highlighted the importance of appreciating and truly enjoying all the good things in the moment. That’s something I’m actively trying to do, so touring will be an extension of that. Travelling, playing music with friends to people that appreciate what I do will definitely be one of the amazing things to be appreciative of. It’s been such an isolating time in the last couple of years, so connecting with people in a room will be exciting! The few shows I’ve played this year have been joyous and had a really collective feeling, lots of singing along, so I’m keen to get more of that vibe”.

Tickets for Josh Pyke’s upcoming national tour are on sale now from www.joshpyke.com.

JOSH PYKE – TO FIND HAPPINESS TOUR
with special guest Hayley Mary
Tickets available from: joshpyke.com

FRI 14 OCT – PALAIS HEPBURN, HEPBURN SPRINGS VIC (AA)
Tickets available from:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wonderlick-select-music-presents-josh-pyke-to-find-happiness-tour-tickets-394938600987
SAT 15 OCT – QUEENSCLIFF TOWN HALL, QUEENSCLIFF VIC (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://www.trybooking.com/CAUOQ
SUN 16 OCT – VOLTA, BALLARAT VIC (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://volta.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/72978ceb-b292-4b30-a152-72cd7224abed
WED 19 OCT – SOOKI LOUNGE, BELGRAVE VIC (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/f4d5116c-41e7-4ec6-9847-b7560afab9c0
THU 20 OCT – PELLY BAR, FRANKSTON VIC (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://bit.ly/3ByCX96
FRI 21 OCT – MEMO, HEALESVILLE VIC (AA)
Tickets available from:
https://yarraranges.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/77430
SAT 22 OCT – WESTERNPORT, SAN REMO VIC (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://westernporthotel.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/d0245889-7f0c-46a5-a5fb-688312cb0b9d
SUN 23 OCT – COMMON FOLK, MORNINGTON VIC (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/875a65e4-be19-42bc-9565-4ca88edf4498
THU 27 OCT – LEOPOLD HOTEL, PERTH WA (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://avc.live/r4m
FRI 28 OCT – PRINCE OF WALES, BUNBURY WA (18+)
T Tickets available from:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/ec18d87e-3e87-4c35-8a53-af8e840089f0
SAT 29 OCT – THE RIVER, MARGARET RIVER WA (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://theriver.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/1699ae35-aece-4ed8-a564-0886feeba62d
SUN 30 OCT – THE CARINE, DUNCRAIG WA (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://bit.ly/3zmGCEf
THU 03 NOV – THE NORTHERN, BRYON BAY NSW (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/2eb6f43c-7680-4c22-b01e-09b9639da2c8
FRI 04 NOV – COOLANGATTA HOTEL, COOLANGATTA QLD (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/d2a0134e-29d2-426e-ae9b-e7570d6770b8
SAT 05 NOV – BRIBIE ISLAND HOTEL, BRIBIE ISLAND QLD (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://avc.live/pe1
SAT 12 NOV – THE JETTY, CANBERRA ACT (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/820ee3f8-1c4c-4803-9af1-b9a49828ec94
SUN 13 NOV – HERITAGE HOTEL, BULLI NSW (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://codeone.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/833140bf-b711-48ed-9397-492ad77bff82
THU 17 NOV – GNOMON ROOM, ULVERSTONE TAS (AA)
Tickets available from:
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/josh-pyke-to-find-happiness-regional-tour/141408
FRI 18 NOV – CLARENDON ARMS, EVANDALE  (LAUNCESTON) TAS (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/josh-pyke-to-find-happiness-regional-tour/141410
SAT 19 NOV – THE LONGHOUSE, HOBART TAS (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/josh-pyke-to-find-happiness-regional-tour/141411
SUN 20 NOV – PALAIS THEATRE, FRANKLIN TAS (AA)
Tickets available from:
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/josh-pyke-to-find-happiness-regional-tour/141412
WED 23 NOV – HOEY MOEY, COFFS HARBOUR NSW (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://hoeymoey.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/69523e9a-996e-422b-b808-4d2869ec8d41
THU 24 NOV – HELLO SAILOR, PORT MACQUARIE NSW (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://bit.ly/3QaRyLM
FRI 25 NOV – BOHEMIAN CAFÉ, TAREE NSW (18+) SOLD OUT
Tickets available from:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/josh-pyke-live-at-bohemian-cafe-tickets-395734832537
SAT 26 NOV – LIZOTTES, NEWCASTLE NSW (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://lizottes.com.au/live/shows/booking/3447
THU 01 DEC – BAROQUE ROOM, KATOOMBA NSW (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/6297c080-ceda-46bb-8c7b-51a88653abee
SAT 03 DEC – MILTON THEATRE, MILTON NSW (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://miltontheatre.com.au/upcoming-shows/josh-pyke-168
FRI 16 DEC – EDGE HILL, CAIRNS QLD (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://bit.ly/3zmGCEf
SAT 17 DEC – DALYRYMPLE HOTEL, TOWNSVILLE QLD (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://bit.ly/3zpxqPg
SUN 18 DEC – MAGNUMS, AIRLIE BEACH QLD (18+)
Tickets available from:
https://bit.ly/3vtPZkk

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SOCIAL DISTORTION & BAD RELIGION AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND CO-HEADLINE TOUR GENERAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

by the partae August 30, 2022
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We are witnessing music history in the making; despite “growing up” in the same scene Social Distortion & Bad Religion have never toured together! Both bands have been excited about the possibility and have worked towards this end for YEARS. Last week the Los Angeles Punk and Orange County Rock n’ Roll legends Bad Religion & Social Distortion announced an Australia & New Zealand co-headlining tour. The tour will kick off on February 15 in Auckland and wrap Wednesday 22 in Perth.

General tickets are on sale now. 

“I’ve been a huge Social Distortion fan for over 40 years, and I guarantee you no one is more excited about this tour than I am. Sick Digital Boys 2023!” – Brian Baker, Bad Religion

“We are really looking forward to this incredible tour with our good friends Bad Religion. It’s been years since we’ve played a show together and it’s about time we take it on the road. Not only are we excited for this reunion, but to also return to Australia and finally hit New Zealand!!! See you all soon!” – Mike Ness, Social Distortion

SOCIAL DISTORTION & BAD RELIGION
TOUR DATES:

WEDNESDAY 15 FEBRUARY 2023 – TRUSTS ARENA, AUCKLAND
FRIDAY 17 FEBRUARY 2023 – RIVERSTAGE, BRISBANE
SATURDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2023 – HORDERN PAVILION, SYDNEY
SUNDAY 19 FEBRUARY 2023 – MARGARET COURT ARENA, MELBOURNE
WEDNESDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2023 – RED HILL AUDITORIUM, PERTH

General tickets on sale now from destroyalllines.com.au

ABOUT BAD RELIGION

Aside from essentially defining the California half-pipe punk blueprint, Bad Religion has defied the usual trend shifts or values-ditched ubiquities of the typical punk band storyline. The band morphed along with challenging album after album amid astoundingly consistent touring, retaining their core audience while roping in subsequent generations of anxiously energetic kids.

The band has long settled into the current lineup who have arguably enacted to most muscular Bad Religion ever to grace a stage: Greg Graffin (vocals) and Jay Bentley (bass) join Brian Baker (guitarist since ’94), guitarist Mike Dimkich (9 years in), and drummer Jamie Miller, who’s already been with the band for seven years.

Bad Religion is in an almost singular position in the history of punk. Having formed right on the heels of the original explosion, they led the west coast arm of hardcore’s birth, adding their melodic riffs, zooming harmonies, and viciously verbose lyrical punch to the basic bash of hardcore. Then the band continued to expand their template through the ‘80s and into the indebted “neo-punk” sound of the early ‘90s and weathered the questionable dichotomies of the “alternative rock” era by doing what they’ve always done – releasing explosive album after album to consistent acclaim from fans and critics. They’ve continued to throw songwriting and production wrenches into the works so’s not to bore themselves or their never-diminishing following. Their catalog of releases is extensive, including 17 studio albums, eight full decade-specific performances in their bio-documentary series Decades, and releasing a biographical accounting of their history in 2020 Do What You Want: The Story of Bad Religion.

The band’s rep, as socially aware thought-provokers, can’t obscure the fact they’ve remained one of the most viscerally powerful live bands on the planet, remembering the beats and riffs that get your ass off the couch in the first place.

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ABOUT SOCIAL DISTORTION

Mike Ness (Guitar, Vocals) Jonny Wickersham (Guitar) Brent Harding (Bass) Dave Hidalgo Jr. (Drums)

Here’s how you know you’ve made it in the music business: You’ve stayed strong for four decades on your own terms, on your own time, by your own rules, and over that time your influence has only grown. Each of your albums has been stronger than your last. You’ve been brought onstage by Bruce Springsteen, because he wanted to play one of your songs. You’ve seen high times and low ones, good days and tragic days, but every night you give 100%, and every morning you wake up still swinging.

This is the short version of the Social Distortion bio — the long version could be a 10-part mini-series. But over the past 40 years, the punk godfathers in the band have all but trademarked their sound, a brand of hard rockabilly/punk that’s cut with the melodic, road-tested lyrics of frontman Mike Ness. Their searing guitars and a locomotive rhythm section sound as alive today as they did in ’82, as do Ness’ hard-luck tales of love, loss and lessons learned. “The most common thing I hear is, ‘Man, your music got me through some hard times,'” Ness says. “And I just say, ‘Me too.'”

Now in their fourth decade, Ness and Social Distortion have officially done one of the most non-punk things possible: They’ve failed to burn out.

Mixing Springsteen’s factory-overalls ethic with Southern California punk energy and black leather, Social Distortion formed with Ness and high school buddy, the late Dennis Danell, in the late 1970s; the group broke in 1983 with the thrashing plate of punk and displeasure “Mommy’s Little Monster.” Their 1988 follow-up, “Prison Bound,” hinted at a sonic change to come, and by the band’s self-titled 1990 record and 1992’s “Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell,” their sound had solidified into the instantly recognizable brand of rock n’ roll that’s defined them since.

Now, Social Distortion consists of Ness and longtime guitarist Jonny Wickersham, along with bassist Brent Harding and drummer David Hidalgo, Jr.

These days the band is rarely off the road for long, and continues to grip fans who have been around since “Mommy’s Little Monster” while drawing new ones who discover the band through hand-shot YouTube clips. “I see people bringing their kids to shows,” Ness says. “And I see kids bringing their parents.”

Social Distortion is a mix of potent power, appeal across all age brackets and a genuine satisfaction at reaching as many people as they have. “I write songs for myself, and I hope that other people will like them too,” Ness says. “I think every record you make is showing people what you’ve learned over the past few years. It’s showing people, ‘This is what I know.’ “

“Ness is one of the most underrated pure songwriters in rock.” – Los Angeles Times

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Tetsuians

by the partae August 29, 2022
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Where are you currently based?

Melbourne.

How did the band form?

Tetsuians formed out of the ashes of a previous band The Wireless, with Andrew Jackson and I (Trent Price), teaming up with Amber Craske on bass. That line-up lasted for two albums.

What’s been happening recently?

The addition of Chris Corvetti (lead guitar) and Luke Guan (bass) has been pretty revelatory. The sound we imagined we could produce with a full line-up was realised almost immediately. It’s a credit to their innate ear for what works musically.

You have a new album on the way which you are launching on Saturday September 3rd @Mama Chen’s Footscray, Melbourne. What do you have instore for this show?

We have Melbourne band Billy Cart supporting us, who have promised to bring some interesting visual effects and undisclosed ‘surprises’, so not to be upstaged, I guess we’ll have to execute some upside-down drum solos. Failing that I’ll probably have to nail myself to a gantry or something.

What influenced the sound and songwriting for this album?

A lot of Supergrass, Wild Flag and Teenage Fanclub. So if you love them you’ll probably hate us.

How did you approach the songwriting process?

It’s become almost clichéd now but 90% of this album was written in lockdown, but I had a pretty serious hospital scare last year which gave me a lot of downtime to hone the lyrics, which in retrospect was kinda useful. I wouldn’t recommend it as a regular writing technique though.

Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with?

This is our second album with Brad Jackson at Supersonic Recordings, who’s been brilliant to work with. One of the easiest guys to work with but he has a subtle way of pushing you to do better, so there’s no risk of getting too comfortable. The album was mastered by John Ruberto at Mastersound. What’s great is that John wasn’t going for overall volume and really focused on bringing out the textures of the recordings. It’s still a punchy record, but it steers away from the current trend towards waking the dead. Streaming has had a massive influence (largely negative) on that type of recording.

Please tell us about the recording process:

We did basic tracking in early 2021, then went away to muse on how the finished product might sound. You always have an idea, but sometimes it’s good to let it gestate and experiment a bit. Being in and out of lockdown meant we had a mixture of home and studio overdubs. We were recording the same time as our mates the Maggie Pills were recording their new album, so we saw a lot of them and got to hear a lot of sneak previews. It’s gonna be sick when it comes out!

What do you have planned for the remainder of 2022 going into 2023?

After our album launch at Mamma Chen’s we’re going to be supporting Grups for their residency at the Tote on September 17. The vinyl for our new album is running a bit late, so while we’ve got CD’s we’re likely to have another special vinyl launch on the next month or so. We’re also in talks about some gigs on the Apple Isle in January so stay tuned…

Who are you listening to at the moment?

‘Cockroach in a Ghost Town’ by Slang and ‘Chomp’ by Pylon.

Favourite food and place to hangout?

If you like chocolate and records, you can’t go past Oh! Jeans Records in Fitzroy. The have the best collection of NZ artists and confectionary you’ll find this side of the Tasman Sea and probably the best coffee in Melbourne. It’s also run by two of the loveliest people you’ll ever meet.

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Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird

by the partae August 29, 2022
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Where are you currently based?

Living in Thornbury, Melbourne. Teaching creative writing in Primary Schools all over town.

Your latest single ‘Red Dirt Angel’ is out now, what influenced the sound and songwriting?

Sonically, much of it came from this world of Australiana bush electronica. I think of Tornado Wallace’s Voices and Hunters & Collectors When The River Runs Dry when I consider the song. 

How did you go about writing Red Dirt Angel?

This doesn’t happen often, but it stemmed directly from a dream I was repeatedly having. I was following some faceless person leading me endlessly through the Australian outback and I woke up with the phrase “red dirt angel” on the tip of my tongue. I also like to riddle our music with references to the TV show Round The Twist – Red Dirt Angel includes this line about the Gum Leaf War, an episode set in the bush. These disparate puzzle pieces snapped into place and the song was done in a day or two.

Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with?

In line with this whole Australiana bush theme, we booked Echidna Studios out in Christmas Hills, deep in the bushy hills outside of Melbourne to explore the songwriting, producing it all myself with our live sound engineer Guy Faletolou behind the desk. To polish the songs off in a more realised studio aesthetic, we went to Stephen Charles at The Aviary in Melbourne to approach it through a fresh lens. Our previous albums were produced by sonic wizard Matthew Neighbour who mixed the majority of these songs from LA, and mixed them well.

How did you approach the recording process?

It was all about embracing the essence of the band members. They’re such unique performers, but my fastidious approach to songwriting hasn’t always allowed room for them to shine within the recordings. ‘Smiles of Earth’ was all about songwriting in a way that left room for them to explore.

Please tell us about your new album that’s being released on August 26:

Our previous album New Romancer was a deeply personal collection of songs that were written and recorded in a deeply insular way. A couple of years later, despite the ever-present pandemic, I found myself in a place of spiritual peacefulness. I wanted to write songs from this place. No matter what the subject matter is, Smiles of Earth asks the question of how we can view or experience it from a place of gratitude. How do we celebrate this experience rather than lament it?

You have a massive Tour coming up, where are you headed?

All over the east coast of Australia with a smattering of festivals to bookend the tour.

Any shows that you are particularly keen to play and why?

Brisbane’s a really bright beacon right now. My family’s from there originally. We’ve always been shown so much love up there and it’s been so, so long since we played there.

What can we expect from your live show?

Inclusivity and a lot of love. We’re all such tight-knit friends and it’s often said how much this shows while we play. I like to think that permeates the audience’s experience in such a way that we all feel like friends.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

Vulture Prince by Arooj Aftab has been my album of the year. Pakistani born, raised in Saudi Arabia, lives in Brooklyn. The album reflects that. So worldly and so other-worldly at the same time. Beautiful.

Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You by Big Thief is a smasher. So many songs and all them so profoundly good. I also have a soft spot in my heart for a long-ass title.

What do you like to do away from music?

I teach story and creative writing to children/ teenagers which keeps me reading a lot. I spend so much time in fantasy and sci-fi worlds. That kind of world building just blows my mind every day. Spending a lot of time in the garden these days. Bit of carpentry to keep the dirt beneath my fingernails. Gonzo (band-mate Francesca Gonzales) and I spend a fair whack of time at the nail salon which undoes the aforementioned nail-dirt.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2022 going into 2023?

It’s obviously been an insular couple of years so the plan is just to get out there. Tour Australia, tour America, tour the UK. Tour anywhere that’ll have us, basically. I’d love to make another album next year but we owe the ether many shows before that happens. 

Favourite food and place to hangout?

Picante Cafe in North Fitzroy, Melbourne. It’s totally unassuming and I love it for that. I’ve been going there religiously for 10 years. It’s where I return to when my creative page is blank. I like the simpler places, unadorned places. I love sitting at shitty airport cafes for that reason. Something about places that aren’t really trying to be anything else allows for my creativity to flourish. Real world places.

 

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Premiere: Tetsuians Release ‘Repairs & Alterations’ Album

by the partae August 29, 2022
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Tetsuians have cemented themselves in the Melbourne/Naarm music landscape with their unique mixture of punchy indie riffs and melodic undertones. A warm indie pop-rock sound that takes influence from bands such as Wilco, Supergrass and Wild Flag.

The bands third album Repairs and Alterations heralds a bigger sound, with thicker licks and refined song writing, set for release tomorrow on the 30th of August 2022.

The band have released a number of singles leading up to the album release, most recently Walk It Off and Shadow In The Sky.

The album launch is scheduled for Saturday September 3rd @Mama Chen’s Footscray, Melbourne

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Renovator’s Delight DEBUT ALBUM ‘BARK ALL NIGHT’

by the partae August 27, 2022
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Following singles ‘Bucket of Water’, ‘Bark All Night’ and ‘Miranda’ (out 19 August), Little Lunch Records is excited to announce the debut album from Renovator’s Delight, Bark All Night. 

From a slowly overflowing bucket of water, to peering a little too deeply into the depths of  your cup of black coffee; Bark All Night is full of small observations and big pictures. Not too melancholic to lose its playfulness, not too varnished to lose the splinters, Renovator’s Delight’s left-of-centre guitar pop and oddball instrumentation is all about trying to see things more clearly. The album takes a brief stroll through teen angst in coastal morning mist, before tripping headlong into the inner-city cigarette smoke haze of adult heartache — and leaves you wondering if the cracked pavement in-between isn’t where it all makes the most sense.

Bark All Night is out on 26 August, available on 12” vinyl
and digitally through all streaming platforms.

Catch Renovator’s Delight on tour-

FRI 7 OCT EORA/SYD  PETERSHAM BOWLING CLUB

SAT 8 OCT MEANJIN/BNE IT’S STILL A SECRET

SAT 15 OCT NAARM/MEL MERRI CREEK TAVERN

In-between writing jangly pop with Meanjin/Brisbane-based band Dumb Things, Renovator’s Delight (aka Madeleine Keinonen) has crafted a melancholic yet playful album of left-of-centre guitar pop that’s just the right amounts of unvarnished and unhinged.

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Alana Jagt Releases New Single ‘Stars of Napperby’ And Announces Debut Album

by the partae August 26, 2022
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Stream ‘Stars of Napperby’

 

Alana Jagt combines the ancient beauty of Nukunu country with shuffling New Orleans-style funeral blues on ‘Stars Of Napperby’, the new single streaming from August 26.

It’s the latest taste of her forthcoming debut LP ‘Goodbye Grote Bollen’, up for pre-order now and out on 12″ vinyl and streaming services on October 7.

Jagt’s powerful rasp presides over warped saloon guitars, heartbeat bass and ramshackle percussion, intimating a distinctly Australian childhood spent beneath pristine night skies and the shadow of Wangyarra, in the Southern Flinders Ranges. She explains:

“Napperby is where I grew up, a small village on the edge of Wangyarra (Mount Remarkable) National Park in South Australia’s mid-north. There’s not much there, no shops and almost no light pollution at all. So the stars are spectacular. The song is a reflection of my time there, in awe of the sky and the ranges and the beautiful Napperby Gorge, and my feelings looking back at it all.”

As well as this more personal writing style, ‘Stars Of Napperby’ hints that a wider sound palette will be heard on the long-awaited LP.

After releasing previous singles ‘Imagining Life’  and ‘If We Had Some Money’, Jagt performed at Bigsound with her shape-shifting 5-piece band, undertook a solo national tour with Abbe May, and supported everyone from Thelma Plum and Killing Heidi to Paul Dempsey, Henry Wagons and Archie Roach. She also found time to sing backup for the likes of Mick Thomas, Kasey Chambers and, most recently, Grinspoon‘s Phil Jamieson.

With its swells of Waits-esque piano and buzzing second hand organs building to an emotional climax, ‘Stars Of Napperby’ is unmistakably nostalgic.

But Jagt and her band are now looking firmly to the future – they’ll be touring Victoria and South Australia throughout October, showcasing a left-field, folk-influenced indie blend that has already stirred attention from Triple J, Triple R, 4ZZZ, FBI, Radio Adelaide, Radio National and ABC Melbourne, and seen Jagt named in The Music Network‘s 30 Under 30 hit list.

Check out the ‘Goodbye Grote Bollen’ tour dates below:

‘Goodbye Grote Bollen’ Album Tour:
OCTOBER
12 – Ararat Live, Ararat VIC
13 – Shotkickers, Melbourne VIC
14 – Golden Vine Hotel, Bendigo VIC
15 – Macedon Railway Hotel, Macedon VIC
30 – Folkloria Festival, McLaren Vale SA
NOVEMBER
18 – Three Brothers Arms, Macclesfield SA
25 – Album Launch – Grace Emily Hotel, Adelaide SA

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