| Felicity Lawless - Rainspeak Rock | 18/06/2013 |
Fiery flamenco and bohemian singer, Felicity Lawless stimulates the senses and elevates the soul with music fusing Gypsy, world, rock and folk elements.
Rainspeak is a mysterious journey with haunting violin hooks over a hynotic, acoustic/rock sound. The lyrics are powerful and there are strong vocals with walls of harmony. It is a rocking song to make the listener feel empowered.
Other tracks by Felicity Lawless: Unfold - Olé
| Lyall Moloney - The Architect Hip Hop, Dub, Roots, Soul | 12/06/2013 |
"Lyall ... hooked the audience". Ripe review - Corner Hotel... loops gets good use ... blissed-out set. A unique fusion of surf-psychedelia-R’n’B; perfect for road tripping. - AU Review
The Architect is Lyall Moloney at his melodic best, combining his unique melodic nous with hip hop and dub beats.
| Mark Moroney - Circles Blues/Roots, Reggae, Roots, Chill | 22/05/2013 |
Warm, unassuming, emotive and sometimes cheeky, Mark represents the next era of Australian singer/songwriters. Check out Marks latest release "Walking Through Walls".
Circles combines the story of trying to break habbits, and making the the same mistakes in life, with an infectious reggae groove that makes you wanna move!
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Other tracks by Mark Moroney: Stranger - For You
| Oz Island - Better Live Indigenous, Reggae, Easy Listening, World | 14/05/2013 |
An easy listening unique style blending Indigenous Rock Reggae with Tropical Island Reggae. This fast-hitting band formed in Perth WA, unites Traditional and English Language into original contemporary rock/reggae rhythms.
Written by Geoffrey James. Geoffrey wrote Better Life while he was living in his home country of Beagle Bay. It’s about hoping and dreaming for that “island of paradise”. For Geoffrey, making music and performing as well as recording has been a huge step towards that goal.
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Other tracks by Oz Island: Party - Gorrngunya
| The Mouldy Lovers - Yonder Ruckus World, Ska | 08/05/2013 |
Rocketing onto the Australian music scene, The Mouldy Lovers are known for their wild live performances and high energy blend of gypsy, ska and punk.
Yonder Ruckus is the title track of The Mouldy Lovers debut album of the same name. It combines upbeat gypsy and ska elements, making it a perfect party track. Lyrics by Gavin Cook.
Other tracks by The Mouldy Lovers: Toro - Wake In Fright ft. Laneous
| Crossing Red Lines - Wake Up Rock, Hip Hop, Reggae | 06/05/2013 |
Crossing Red Lines are an exciting young Sydney indie Rock band who play their own unique brand of music with a taste of Aussie hip hop and reggae.
Wake up is a sing about the life and death of postman pat (L.A.D.O.P.P) which tells the story of how “Pat” lost his day job as a postal contract worker
| Dilip n the Davs - 9 Days Reggae/Dub, Ska, World | 24/04/2013 |
Uplifting, accessible, feel-good music from Fremantle Western Australia. Fresh blend of Reggae, Ska and Funk for folks who like to move. Life's always a celebration with Dilip n the Davs.
Fly in, Fly out; financially rewarding but emotionally damaging. Many workers in WA and increasingly around the country have had to adapt to the disruptive lifestyle and its consequences. The song "9 Days" draws on the experiences of our friends who have been there and are doing that.
Other tracks by Dilip n the Davs: Looking At Ya - Like A King
| Mama Toto - Strange Mistress Folk, Acoustic, Soul, Blues | 24/04/2013 |
Mama Toto is fresh, hauntingly familiar and addictive. A sound that is spine tingling, with harmonies like honey and lyrics that cut deep,Mama Toto is sure to thrill the senses.
Strange Mistress is a snappy song that explores the difficult issue of mental illness and it's unpredictable effect on relationships.
Other tracks by Mama Toto: Reconnect - With You In My Arms
| Jesse Witney - Dynamo Pop, Roots, Reggae, Soul | 19/04/2013 |
A charismatic very original songwriter taking influences from Sting to Bob Marley, João Gilberto to Gilberto Gil. Delving into the importance of unity, self expression & following ones dreams.
Title track of Jesse Witney's new EP. Dynamo is a passionate song exploring anguish and lost love. Influenced by Sting and Brazilian Bossa Nova singer João Gilberto. 'Beautiful melody and an amazing vocal range delivered with an emotional depth and strength. Is Jesse Witney at his best...' (Fernando Aragones)
ON TOUR:
APR/MAY
NSW/QLD
ON TOUR:
APR/MAY
NSW/QLD
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Other tracks by Jesse Witney: Dream Sailor - Paradise
| Bustamento - Livin' The Dream World, Roots, Reggae, Folk | 16/04/2013 |
Nicky Bomba's Bustamento unleash, 'Living The Dream', a new single from their ARIA nominated album. After their main stage Bluesfest performance the band have now announced an east coast tour.
Livin' The Dream is a classic style Mento/Calypso track.
Energetic grooves it is upbeat, with punchy horn lines that will make you shimmy.
Lifted from the ARIA nominated album 'Intrepid Adventures To The Lost Riddim Islands'. It was acclaimed in reviews and featured on major networks and stations nationally.
Energetic grooves it is upbeat, with punchy horn lines that will make you shimmy.
Lifted from the ARIA nominated album 'Intrepid Adventures To The Lost Riddim Islands'. It was acclaimed in reviews and featured on major networks and stations nationally.
Other tracks by Bustamento: Mañana
| Hussy Hicks - We Can Go Anywhere Blues/Roots, Folk, Dance, Pop | 09/04/2013 |
HussyHicks-well loved for their unique take on the acoustic/roots-style, JulzParker dropping jaws with her guitar prowess and LeesaGentz winning every heart in the room with her soul-staggering vocals and enormous-smile.
We can go anywhere, so where do we go?
Social commentary about human potential. A
very bouncy happy song.
ON TOUR:
APR/MAY/JUN
VIC/WA/NSW
Social commentary about human potential. A
very bouncy happy song.
ON TOUR:
APR/MAY/JUN
VIC/WA/NSW
Other tracks by Hussy Hicks: The Keeper - Breaking It All Down
| The Lyrical - Rule The World Reggae/Dub, Acoustic, Blues, Hip Hop | 22/03/2013 |
Take a dash of Franti, a hint of Harper, a twist of John Butler, with a drop of Marley and you have "The Lyrical".
This track depicts all the things that are wrong but fixable in the world in regards to environment, xenophobia and religious undertones. It is a call to love the place that we are in ... Earth!
| Frieda's Boss - i i i (I no longer care) Reggae/Dub, Reggae, Drum 'n' Bass / Jungle | 15/03/2013 |
Frieda’s Boss, a popular reggae, ska, dub outfit have endeared themselves to lovers of the lively rhythms of Jamaica’s dancehall scene, drum ‘n’ bass and ska. Bo!
The fierce brass bursts of "I I I (I No Longer Care)" may bowl you over if you're not ready for them. Lead vocalist Train defiantly vocalizes breaking away from marital bondage, ripping through the verses in an monotone chant that's slightly sung, but with a hip-hop emcee's cadence.
Other tracks by Frieda's Boss: Never Leave - Dreadlocks Nuh Kill Yuh
| Kingfisha - Digging For Fire Reggae/Dub, Soul | 13/03/2013 |
Kingfisha offer up yet another skankin reggae groove with a toe tappin/head bobbin hook. It is no wonder they are fast becoming Australia’s top Dub/Soul group.
'Digging For Fire' is an upbeat skankin tune, with a smooth and soulful melody. With killer production the song grooves along and draws you in.
Other tracks by Kingfisha: Piece Of The Puzzle - Looking Glass
| Bobby Alu - You Know Blues/Roots, Reggae, Soul | 09/03/2013 |
After a massive summer playing packed out stages at Woodford, Earth Freq, Folk Rhythm & Life Festival and more, Bobby Alu is proud to release new single – ‘You Know’.
Although a playful, upbeat soul pop tune, ‘You Know’ is a serious reminder for Bobby about accepting truth and not avoiding it no matter the discomfort. Roadtested on crowds up and down the East coast, this bounce-heavy, beautifully-harmonised, popcorn-guitared track got a resounding thumbs up.
ON TOUR:
MAR/APR/MAY
VIC/NSW/QLD/TAS/WA
ON TOUR:
MAR/APR/MAY
VIC/NSW/QLD/TAS/WA
| The Marshall Kenyon Band - I Do As I Want Reggae/Dub, Pop | 01/03/2013 |
The Marshall Kenyon Band is the culmination of over 50 years of 'Live' Gigs and 40 years of studio recording.
The Songwriters are Vaughan and Clare Famularo.
"I Do As I Want" is a reggae style song with some swing bass here and there to give it a change of pace.
It is simply about trying to stand up to bullying and manipulating people.
It is simply about trying to stand up to bullying and manipulating people.
Other tracks by The Marshall Kenyon Band: Gonna Do It My Way - Escaping
| Tadam Lockyer - River Deep Country Reggae/Dub | 23/02/2013 |
Sounds of Tom Price features tracks by artists from Western Australia’s most elevated town.
An Indigenous radio broadcaster sings about the country he lives in, the landscapes and colours
| Koahlition - Mary Reggae/Dub, Roots, Reggae, Blues | 20/02/2013 |
Koahlition is a band from Far North Queensland with indigenous and non-indigenous musicians.Their music represents the region well with songs about social and political issues we can all relate too.
Mary is about gambling addiction and the consequences.Yet it is also hopeful and supportive. The message is there are much more important and meaningful things in life.And these addictions carry through families.
Other tracks by Koahlition: This Land - High Life
| The Cactus Channel - Budokan (Grant Phabao Remix) Reggae/Dub, Instrumental, Funk, Soul | 15/02/2013 |
The Cactus Channel are a 10 piece instrumental group playing high-octane, instrumental car chase funk and smooth soundtrack soul. Their debut album Haptics was released in 2012.
Thanks to their label, HopeStreet Recordings, French reggae/afro/funk/jazz producer Grant Phabao managed to get his hands on The Cactus Channel's 'Budokan' track, and cooked up one of his legendary reggae remixes. Roll a phat one or help yourself with a nice cocktail drink, sit back in the sun and enjoy!
| Formidable Vegetable - Get Together Reggae/Dub, Soul, Funk, Pop | 22/01/2013 |
Formidable Vegetable (aka Charlie Mgee) is spearheading a new and exciting form of musical activism. He is becoming one of the most important voices in a global cultural movement.Harry Angus- The Cat Empire
A bit of permaculture ukulele soul-funk about integrating rather than segregating. Life is better for everyone when there's cooperation over competition. Start connecting with people and the land & share the love. Many hands make light work. It's time to get it together.
ON TOUR:
MAR/APR
VIC/WA
ON TOUR:
MAR/APR
VIC/WA
Other tracks by Formidable Vegtable: No Such Thing As Waste - Yield
