| Mustered Courage - Standing By your Side Country, Alternative Country, Folk | 14/05/2013 |
After a year-start that has moved as fast as their string picking, Melbourne-based nu-bluegrass quartet Mustered Courage unleashh their second album, Powerlines with single - 'Standing By your Side'.
The music may have a bluegrassy charm, but it is unfailingly relevant. With its string heavy, bluesy instrumental line and its pure and charming vocal harmonies, it’s difficult not to love these guys.” - Herald Sun
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MAY/JUN
ACT/VIC/NSW/QLD/TAS/WA
ON TOUR:
MAY/JUN
ACT/VIC/NSW/QLD/TAS/WA
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| Green Stone Garden - The Island Rock, Pop, Folk, Electronic | 10/05/2013 |
Darwin alt-rock band Green Stone Garden have been wooing northern Australian audiences with their finely-crafted live shows, lyrical song writing and lush, layered sound.
Stuck on an island and its all gone terribly wrong...
"Great pulse! Really strong recording too. Darwin bringing the goods. Thanks GSG"
Steph Hughes, triple j
This is world class - production, lyrics, music, general execution... Impressive.
iggystardust, Unearthed SuperUser triple j
"Great pulse! Really strong recording too. Darwin bringing the goods. Thanks GSG"
Steph Hughes, triple j
This is world class - production, lyrics, music, general execution... Impressive.
iggystardust, Unearthed SuperUser triple j
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Other tracks by Green Stone Garden: Back to the Doves - Beautiful Disgrace
| The Glorious - On The Capital City Trail Country, Roots, Rock | 07/05/2013 |
The Glorious are purveyors of classic songcraft and transcendent melody. Formed in Melbourne in 2004 with classic touchstones such as Bruce Springsteen and The Band.
There's a place along the Capital City Trail in Brunswick where I used to walk. Sometimes I'd be tired and sad but when I got to where the trail meets the Upfield train line -- it'd always make my spirits lift. This song is about walking that trail.
Other tracks by The Glorious: Rescue Me - Revival!
| Winston - Consequences Country, Alternative Country, Blues | 07/05/2013 |
Winston are a 4 piece alt-country band led strongly from the front by some genuine story telling about the good and the bad ol' times, based around a guitar/keyboard dynamic.
Consequences aims to take the listener on a journey with the thoughts of a man through a story of regret, sorrow and love driven along by some sparse piano; finishing with a thumping ending to ponder what really happened.
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Other tracks by Winston: Vegas 5am - You, Joe & I
| Heath - Back To Lansdowne Folk, Acoustic, Country, Live Performance | 04/05/2013 |
Heath is a singer Singer Songwriter with 40 years singing experience and 30 years using 12 string guitar, with a solid portfolio of previously unrecorded compositions.
This is a historic story of the heritage of a small village that has its roots in the pioneering of a logging and dairying area. As the progress of a nearby town saps its energy, its the story of the happy times and courage of the villagers while experiencing adversity.
| Kaylee Bell - Heart First Country, Pop | 04/05/2013 |
2013 Toyota Star Maker winner - single produced by Andrew Cochrane (Kaylens Rain). As yet to be titled album due for July release.
Kaylee Bell was the 2013 Toyota Star Maker winner; part of the prize was an album release and this is first single to come from that album. This single is a slice of Kaylee's brand of 'saddle pop'.
| Dave Wright & The Midnight Electric - Man Of The House Rock, Country, Roots, Alternative Country | 30/04/2013 |
The new EP from Dave Wright & The Midnight Electric honours our ANZAC heroes whilst examining the longterm effect war has society. Songs of heartbreak and reflection.
A song that tells a generational story of the call up and the duty that fall on our young men to serve their country told through a mother's eyes.
Other tracks by Dave Wright & The Midnight Electric: Over The Top
| Skyscraper Stan and the Commission Flats - Oil City One-Step Blues/Roots, Retro, Jazz | 30/04/2013 |
Southern gothic, country blues and New Orleans meet in the filthy laneways of Melbourne City. Tenacious guitar, dramatic horns and clever lyricism. It's Troubadour rock 'n' roll.
An uptempo, layered tune about being in one place and wanting to be in another. Written when Stan was stuck in Canada trying to get back to New Orleans.
Other tracks by Skyscraper Stan and the Commission Flats: Moses - Fools and Handsome Men
| Steve Case - Living The Dream Folk, Country, Easy Listening, Roots | 23/04/2013 |
Steve Case lives in a van and is Living The Dream!
It's an autobiographical account of the past year having chucked in my old life to travel around in a van playing music and essentially "Live The Dream". I've realised "home" isn't four walls and a picket fence, it's about being in the company of friends and wherever you feel happiest.
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Other tracks by Steve Case: Older Wiser - Campfire Song
| Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson - Wreck and Ruin Country, Folk | 22/04/2013 |
In 2008, Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson joined forces as co-writers and released their collaborative album Rattlin’ Bones. The duo have returned with their newest collaborative effort, Wreck & Ruin.
The song Wreck & Ruin is us saying we are here doing it again,” says Nicholson of their decision to record another album. “We’re going to step back on this carousel and once again exploit our heartaches and troubles. It’s about digging through your own baggage for a living.
Other tracks by Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson: A Quiet Life - Adam & Eve
| Josh Rawiri - Pretty Face Folk, Alternative Country, Blues | 22/04/2013 |
Josh Rawiri is a contemporary Australian singer song writer recognised for his unique live genre-fusion of deep roots rock, gritty soulful blues, alternative country and dub reggae.
Pretty Face is a heartfelt and evocative folk inspired track which takes listeners on a journey through silky vocals, melodic piano and an evocative string section which culminates with multiple cello lines blending in unison.
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APR/MAY
ACT/VIC/NSW
ON TOUR:
APR/MAY
ACT/VIC/NSW
| Neil Wise - You Made Us Better Folk, Alternative Country, Rock | 18/04/2013 |
A comforting voice in the Johnny Cash mould, Neil Wise's lyrics challenge & engage your sonic senses, the journey taken is so enjoyable it never tires you.
The story of the great Lionel Rose has affected all Australians in some way. "You made us better" chronicles his life from a young boy & through it's highs and lows, all the while building to the uplifting & powerful chorus that will inspire people of all backgrounds. Powerful!
Other tracks by Neil Wise: Line of Least Resistance - In Her Own Sweet Time
| Reg Poole - Grandpa's Little Girl Country | 17/04/2013 |
Reg Poole – one of the great storytellers of Australian country music. A big man with a big voice to match.
This Isla Grant written song is track one on Reg Poole’s new album ‘Life’ and celebrates 40 years in the world of Australian country music for Reg. His version of the song also features the ‘debut’ of his two year old grand daughter, Macey, singing with her Poppy! Sort of!
| George Sich - Boat On A River Country | 13/04/2013 |
we see the release of the single ‘Boat On A River’ and the accompanying video clip, featuring George’s alter ego George Spade and his band of disreputables, The Foxin’ Hounds.
Boat On A River is the single by George Sich and is the first release since the acclaimed, self produced debut EP ‘True Story, I Swear’. This cool, laid back song is clearly influenced by the likes of James Taylor and the Eagles as well as Otis Redding.
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| John Olzard - Come Of Age Country, Acoustic, Easy Listening, Acoustic | 13/04/2013 |
John Olzard - Former NRL Rugby League player turned Musician .
Come Of Age - Is a song about , having to go through hard times & learning life lessons , in order to find your Happiness :-)
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Other tracks by John Olzard: Say It To Me - King Of The World
| Kristilee & Blue Grassy Knoll - Smoke Country, Folk, Acoustic, Alternative Country | 13/04/2013 |
Kristilee has teamed up with Melbourne boys, Blue Grassy Knoll, to bring you some infectious, toe-tapping Aussie folk music.
Ever had the feeling that you really wanted to let someone know how you feel but just couldn't find the right words at the right time? Me too.
Other tracks by Kristilee & Blue Grassy Knoll: Ruby
| Matt Glass - The Soldier Folk, Country, Acoustic, Pop | 13/04/2013 |
Matt Glass writes songs that stick. Weaving gossamer threads of folk, country and roots into a unique sound, Matt and his band, The Loose Cannons, regularly spellbind Melbourne audiences.
The Soldier is the sombre yet heartwarming album opener. Light piano touches, dobro and lush harmonies provide the backdrop to the beautiful lyrics, a tribute to his terminally ill father, Stephen.
Other tracks by Matt Glass: Setting Sun - The Truth Of It
| The Sunny Cowgirls - Kids Forever Country, Pop | 12/04/2013 |
Sisters, Sophie and Celeste, are The Sunny Cowgirls. Their contemporary take on the Australian country music tradition has made them favourites with critics and fans alike.
The latest single from The Sunny Cowgirls, 'Kids Forever', is a bright and happy track, extolling the virtues of staying young at heart. Written by one half of the duo, Sophie, 'Kids Forever' will have you up and dancing, just like a little kid.
Other tracks by The Sunny Cowgirls: Green And Gold
| Cash Savage And The Last Drinks - I'm In Love Blues/Roots, Country | 12/04/2013 |
Melbourne-only preview release of ‘I’m In Love’ has Savage’s sublime vocals transcending banjo, gentle strings, mournful brass, a 15-strong choir in what the artist calls the nicest song she’s written.
‘I’m In Love’ has Savage’s sublime vocals transcending banjo, gentle strings, mournful brass and the backing of a 15-strong choir in what the artist calls the nicest song she’s written. Reaching joyous crescendos, the music takes previous labels attributed to Cash – “psychedelic country”, and deserts them at sea.
| Kaylens Rain - Don't Even Go There Country, Pop | 12/04/2013 |
Kaylens Rain are brother/sister duo from Sydney's north west. Their debut album was was released October 2012 and since then have played Tamworth CMF and CMC Rocks The Hunter.
Don't Even Go There is about a relationship and the guy is a bit of a player.
