| Merilyn Steele - Whirlwind Country, Blues, Roots | 19/06/2013 |
‘Bring It Back’ is her third studio album. Produced and mixed under the helm of Matt Fell and Michael Carpenter after the success of her previous album, ‘Extraordinary Daze’.
A song that aptly describes the current pace of life today is Merilyn Steele's 'Whirlwind', featuring Robbie Long on dobro and mandolin with some great solo's. It's a rousing modern bluegrass number sure to get you clapping your hands and slapping your knees!
| Melody Pool - Xavier Folk, Country, Acoustic | 18/06/2013 |
Melody Pool, a 21-year-old songwriter and musician from Kurri Kurri in NSW, has spent the past few years working primarily as a supporting musician on her local circuit.
‘Xavier’ is one of a handful of Melody Pools songs that are emotionally charged.
Other tracks by Melody Pool: Henry - Somebody You've Never Met Before
| The Mountains - Loose Jaw Folk, Alternative Country | 07/06/2013 |
Sun soaked with genuine country nostalgia The Mountains blur the lines between surf, folk and country to deliver well roundedwarm tracks reminiscent of the golden age of country music.
Loose Jaw is a warm fingerpicking, foot stomping song soaked in country nostalgia that will be sure to get you out of your seat. The lead single from The Mountains' debut EP, Country Doors.
| Dianne Lindsay - Chimney In The Paddock Country | 04/06/2013 |
A multi-award winning artist, Dianne writes and performs her own style of traditional Australian music.
Travelling countless miles of country roads between shows and taking in the landscape gave Dianne the inspiration to tell the story of a lone chimney standing in a paddock and, as many of us do, to wonder about the history of these relics.
| Baylou - Novocaine Country | 30/05/2013 |
Baylou are sister duo Victoria (winner of the Golden Guitar for Best New Talent at the 2010 Country Music Awards of Australia) and Barb (previously a touring musician).
‘Novocaine’, a dark and sultry yet powerful track that features superb vocals and exceptional instrumentation from the likes of James Gillard, Mitch Farmer, Michel Rose, Rod Motbey, Luke Moller and Dan Dugmore - is the third single from Baylou’s debut album Go To Hell & I Love You.
| Dean Brody - Dirt Country | 30/05/2013 |
In 2011, Dean Brody was Canadian Country Music’s biggest star, winning Album of the Year, Single of the Year and Songwriter of the Year at the Canadian Country Music Awards.
‘Dirt’ is the 3rd Australian Media Single and title track from Dean Brody’s CCMA Album of Year and 2013 Juno-Nominated album, 'Dirt'.
| Owen Campbell - Wreckin' Ball Blues/Roots, Rock, Blues, Alternative Country | 28/05/2013 |
Great Australian blues/rock by Owen Campbell from the forth coming album The Pilgrim out on 7 June via MGM
Wreckin' Ball is the first single from Owen Campbell's new release The Pilgrim - great catchy number that will have listeners tapping their feet.
| Jep and Dep. - Bluebird Skies Country, Folk | 27/05/2013 |
Hailing from what's left of the audacious inner west of Sydney are Jep and Dep , echoing a 60's inspired folk/country sound set against a neu folk feel and attitude.
The couple consider the Bluebird Skies more of an 'Alt-Country Ballad' influenced by contemporaries such as Wilco and Laura Marling with the addition of the vintage string section; a nod to the Glen Campbell and 70's am radio nostalgic String section tearjerkers.
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Other tracks by Jep and Dep.: Ain't Coming Back
| Darren Scott - One More Mile Country, Folk, Alternative Country | 25/05/2013 |
With 'One More Mile', Darren Scott weaves a tale of intrigue and truth, sung from the heart. A powerful country ballad and undeniable earworm!
“I remember my father telling the story of his journey from Wagga Wagga to his father’s funeral in Toowoomba. He’d shattered a windscreen and had no option but to battle on through the freezing wind. This imagery formed the basis of the song”, explains Darren.
| George Sich - Spinning And Swirling Country, Folk | 25/05/2013 |
To celebrate the re release of ‘True Story, I Swear’ with bonus DVD, we are please to announce the much loved ‘Spinning And Swirling’ single to radio.
‘A few years ago I went to a golden wedding anniversary celebration for some family friends. I remember the band starting to play the Tennessee Waltz. And as he took her hand in his, they danced their bridal waltz from 50 years before'.
| Seleen McAlister - I Wanna Live Like That Country, Alternative Country, Easy Listening, Pop | 25/05/2013 |
Seleen McAlister is the rising star of modern, female country singers with a message of empowerment and meaningful songs that are speaking to audiences around Australia.
Catchy and full of meaning, I Wanna Live Like That is an anthem for living a joyous and full life. Dancing in the rain, making her mother proud and learning from mistakes. Seleen McAlister continues along the path of songs that speak volumes.
| The Viper Creek Band - Dance Like No One's Watching Country, Rock | 25/05/2013 |
The Viper Creek Band..The best kept secret in Australian Country Rock
A song about living life to the fullest and doing what ever makes you happy
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Other tracks by The Viper Creek Band: You Saved Me - Let's Get Outta Here
| Tim Guy - Everyone But Me's Got A Radio Song Folk, Acoustic, Country, Acoustic | 23/05/2013 |
Melbourne's whisper folk artist Tim Guy releases his second single, 'Many People I Know', the follow on from first single 'Armour Weight'.
A track that came together quickly for Tim Guy "It was done in an afternoon, it feels like it could and may drop off the edge of the world at any moment, but I’m glad it’s on the album."
Other tracks by Tim Guy: Many People I Know
| Casey Barnes - Michelle Country, Acoustic, Pop | 21/05/2013 |
Casey’s music has made an impact globally. He’s had hits in Europe, written songs in America, appeared in a top-rating TV show in Australia & played alongside many international acts
Casey’s songs are honest and heartfelt. The emotions are genuine. The Jet Trails single, Michelle, documents how Casey’s life changed when he met his wife. Casey wrote the song in Nashville with Aussie hit-maker Rick Price (Not A Day Goes By, Heaven Knows)
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Other tracks by Casey Barnes: Never Break You - Running To You
| Karl Broadie - We Can Change That Country, Alternative Country, Roots, Folk | 21/05/2013 |
Karl Broadie's music has leaning's towards Americana with folk & country influences. Forever conjuring up great melodies and contemplative lyrics. This, Broadie's first album in four years, is another gem.
A feel-good mood lifting song about meeting someone for the first time and not knowing what may happen next.
An arms-in-the-air instant crowd favourite at Broadie's recent live shows.
Rootsy Country sound with an almost reggae groove. Coastal & Happy and featuring songstress, Amali Ward on backing vocals.
An arms-in-the-air instant crowd favourite at Broadie's recent live shows.
Rootsy Country sound with an almost reggae groove. Coastal & Happy and featuring songstress, Amali Ward on backing vocals.
Other tracks by Karl Broadie: Oh Jade - You Should Know By Now
| The Hillbilly Killers - Calamitied Anatomy Country, Alternative Country, Rockabilly, Folk | 17/05/2013 |
The Hillbilly Killers are Australian music Artists Tim Rogers, Bill Chambers, Catherine Britt and friends. Their first instalment is here, They Call Us The Hillbilly Killers.
‘Calamitied Anatomy’ was the first co write between Catherine, Tim and Bill and combines traditional country with Tim's tongue in cheek punk lyrics.
Other tracks by The Hillbilly Killers: They Call Us The Hillbilly Killers
| Troy Cassar-Daley - Sing About this Country – Live at NIMA 2012 Country | 14/05/2013 |
Multi-award winning and NIMA 2012 Act and Album of the Year nominee performs his hit ‘Sing About This Country’ live at the Awards. This is Troy’s salute to Australia and he’s urging us all to be proud of it and to take care of the land we live in.
| Dom Miller - Gone Away Folk, Acoustic, Alternative Country | 14/05/2013 |
I used to play in a band. We were called Rocketsmiths. I play indie folky countryish pop.
Gone Away was written on a long, deflated day in November 2010, the day when Rocketsmiths decided to call the whole thing off. Dom sat there feeling depressed and useless and compared himself to every other musician who had given it a try and made it.
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| Glenn Skuthorpe - Great Beyonder Country, Australian Indigenous, Folk, Roots | 14/05/2013 |
Glenn Skuthorpe blends folk, country and rock effortlessly in his new album, Great Beyonder, that traverses the roots and country genres. He’s toured the world with his music.
Love, loss and betrayal. Glenn Skuthorpe's title track from his new album Great Beyonder is one that will stick.
Other tracks by Glenn Skuthorpe: Life of a Rose - Slow Train
| Krista Polvere - Beat Motel Country, Folk, Acoustic, Blues | 14/05/2013 |
Reservoir Drive showcases Krista Polvere's craft as a singer/ songwriter. Produced by Marc Ford and featuring guests such as Ryan Adams, it explores a Australian & International roots based soundscape.
Beat Motel is a track in the style of Mazzy Star/ Fiona Apple. It's full band atmospheric that slides into a moody, dark and risky type vibe as Krista sings about heartache ( and touches on sleaze) while conjuring up images of torrid affairs and dead end relationships.
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Other tracks by Krista Polvere: The Golden Meadow - Looking For Love
