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February 14, 2025
Megan Milner

Bliss n Eso announce mammoth 28-date Party on the Moon Australian Tour for May–Aug 2025

MG Live and Frontier Touring are beyond pumped to announce legendary Australian hip-hop crew Bliss n Eso 28-date Party on the Moon Tour for this May – Aug! Special guest on all shows will be Melbourne rapper, singer and songwriter Ivan Ooze. 

For over two decades, Bliss n Eso have put on an explosive high-energy live show and the Party on the Moon Tour will be no exception! ​ ​ 

“Making our new album The Moon (The Light Side) was honestly one of the most fun times we’ve had in the studio in years. We wanted to return to the essence of what made us fall in love with Hip Hop when we were kids – that classic golden era party rocking vibe that originally made BnE. We’ve been blessed to have built up an incredible fan base over the years and when making this album we constantly envisioned playing these new songs and the electric energy they would create between us and the crowd. We’re so pumped to take it to the next level on this tour and to bring this album to life for the first time. It’s time to blast off y’all… cause it’s a PARTY ON THE MOON!” – Bliss 

The Party on the Moon Tour will play Toowoomba, Brisbane, Bryon Bay, Gold Coast, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Adelaide, Perth, Newcastle, Gosford, Barwon Heads, Frankston, Melbourne, Wollongong, Canberra, Sydney, Penrith, Wodonga, Echuca, Moruya, Townsville, Mackay, Hobart, Forth, Jindabyne, Sunshine Coast, Airlie Beach, and Cairns. ​ ​ ​ 

Frontier Member presale commences Tuesday 18 February 11am local time before the on sale on Thursday 20 February 11am local time. Tickets and tour info via: frontiertouring.com/blissneso. 

Limited VIP / Meet & Greet / vinyl / merch bundles available for all shows via: frontiertouring.com/blissneso 

The upcoming ‘Party on the Moon Tour’ supports Bliss n Eso’s recently announced 8th studio album ‘The Moon (The Light Side)’, out April 11th via Flight Deck / Mushroom Music. The first tastes of the album arrived as singles ‘Feeling Fly’, ‘Vacation’ and most recent energetic track ‘Party on the Moon’, a rework of Gang Starr’s iconic ‘Full Clip’ produced by the legendary DJ Premier. The album is available for pre-order now on exclusive Blue Moon & Blood Moon vinyl, alongside limited-edition merch. 

“Bliss n Eso are truly one of the early pioneers of hip hop in Australia. They broke the glass ceiling for many rappers in country.” – Tone Deaf ​ 

“I understand why Bliss N Eso are one of Australia’s favourite hip hop acts and why they have also attracted such a big international following. The packed-out venue, the energy in the room, the participation of punters high on interacting with a live and insanely intense performance, dealing out high doses of dopamine and the elated faces of new and old fans, pretty much paints the picture.” – Scenestr


About Ivan Ooze ​
​After exploding into the spotlight in 2014, acclaimed rapper and industry stalwart Ivan Ooze has built a cult following through tours with Wu Tang Clan, Ice Cube, Azealia Banks and Peking Duk, as well as his own sold-out national tours. He garnered a devoted audience for his infamous live show that would include everything from backflips, freestyles and stage dives and for developing real connections with his fans via social media, where you can always find him rapping over well-known tracks. He’s no stranger to the spotlight having played every major festival stage in the country from Beyond The Valley to Splendour In The Grass, Festival of the Sun to This That festival. Check out ‘Ghosts’, ‘Way Past Them’, ‘FIRE’ and ‘Man Down’. 

Full of Bliss n Eso’s classics, rarities and new album tracks, don’t miss Australia’s finest hip-hop crew with special guest Ivan Ooze as they bring their electrifying live show to life this May through to August! 

BLISS N ESO ​ ​
​WITH SPECIAL GUEST IVAN OOZE ​
​PARTY ON THE MOON ​
​AUSTRALIAN TOUR ​
​MAY – AUGUST 2025 ​ ​
​Presented by MG Live & Frontier Touring ​ ​ 

FRONTIER MEMBERS PRESALE  ​ ​
​via frontiertouring.com/blissneso ​
​Runs 24 hours from: Tuesday 18 February (11am local time) ​ ​ ​
​or until presale allocation exhausted ​ 

TICKETS ON SALE ​ ​
​Begins: Thursday 20 February (11am local)  ​ 

Friday 23 May ​
​The Powerhouse | Toowoomba, QLD ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Saturday 24 May
​The Fortitude Music Hall | Brisbane, QLD
​Lic. All Ages
​ticketmaster.com.au 

Friday 30 May
​The Green Room | Bryon Bay, NSW ​
​18+ ​
​moshtix.com.au 

Saturday 31 May ​
​Miami Marketta | Gold Coast, QLD ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Friday 6 June
​Panthers | Port Macquarie, NSW ​
​18+ ​
​ticketek.com.au  

Saturday 7 June ​ ​
​Hoey Moey | Coffs Harbour, NSW ​
​18+
​oztix.com.au ​ 

Friday 13 June ​
​Hindley Street Music Hall | Adelaide, SA
​18+ ​
​moshtix.com.au 

Saturday 14 June ​
​Metro City | Perth, WA
​18+ ​
​megatix.com.au 

Friday 20 June ​ ​
​NEX | Newcastle, NSW
​18+ ​
​ticketmaster.com.au 

Saturday 21 June ​
​Drifters Wharf | Gosford, NSW
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Thursday 26 June ​
​Barwon Heads Hotel | Barwon Heads, VIC  ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Friday 27 June ​
​Pier Hotel | Frankston, VIC  ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Saturday 28 June ​ ​
​Forum | Melbourne, VIC  ​
​18+ ​
​ticketek.com.au 

Friday 4 July
​Waves | Wollongong, NSW
​18+ ​
​moshtix.com.au 

Saturday 5 July ​
​UC Refectory | Canberra, ACT  ​
​18+ ​
​moshtix.com.au 

Friday 11 July
​Enmore Theatre | Sydney, NSW  ​
​Lic. All Ages
​ticketek.com.au 

Saturday 12 July  ​
​EVAN Theatre Panthers | Penrith, NSW ​
​18+ ​
​ticketek.com.au 

Friday 18 July  ​
​The Cube | Wodonga, VIC ​
​18+ ​
​ticketsearch.com 

Saturday 19 July ​
​Echuca Hotel | Echuca, VIC ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Saturday 26 July ​
​Waterfront Hotel Motel | Moruya, NSW ​
​18+ ​
​humanitix.com.au 

Friday 1 August ​
​FLNDRS | Townsville, QLD ​
​18+ ​
​moshtix.com.au 

Saturday 2 August  ​
​Harrup Park | Mackay, QLD ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Friday 8 August ​
​Hobart City Hall | Hobart, TAS ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Saturday 9 August ​
​The Forth Pub | Forth, TAS ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Wednesday 13 August ​
​The Station | Jindabyne, NSW ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au 

Friday 15 August ​
​The Station | Sunshine Coast, QLD ​
​18+ ​
​moshtix.com.au ​ 

Saturday 16 August ​
​Magnums Hotel | Airlie Beach, QLD ​
​18+ ​
​oztix.com.au ​ 

*Cairns show to be announced soon 

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February 13, 2025
Megan Milner

letlive. Return To The Stage And Announce Australian Tour

Renowned for their genre-defying sound and electrifying high-energy live performances, letlive. is set to triumphantly return to stages one more time, reuniting with fans and reigniting the fire that defined a generation of alternative music. The trailblazing progressive soul punk band from Los Angeles will bring their chaotic yet cathartic stage presence to Europe, Australia, and the United States.

The “sincerely yours” tour will kick off in June, featuring headlining shows and appearances at major festivals including When We Were Young, Vans Warped Tour, Louder Than Life, Jera Open Air, and 2000 Trees and heading to Australia in September.

The band’s 2025 lineup features founding members Jason Aalon Butler (vocals), Jeff Sahyoun (guitar), and Jean Nascimento (guitar), joined by Sage Webber (Point North) on drums and Skyler Acord (Issues) on bass. Fans can expect a setlist that spans their celebrated discography.

“I think this is all happening out of necessity. The boys and I have expressed our need to play letlive. music again based on where we are in our lives individually and how the collective spiritual theme between us has aligned.” Jason Butler explains. “Also, if you’ll allow me to be presumptuous—I believe the world could use the ll.ove. Besides, soul punx never dies.”

“We came from a time of building an audience in grassroots venues. I am grateful to be able to enter a new chapter of letlive., where our life experiences in the past few years can offer a new and exciting experience for our fans,” says Jean Nascimento.

Jeff Sahyoun adds “letlive. represents a part of my life that refuses to be silenced. Coming back to it feels like fulfilling a calling—one that reminds me of why I ever started all of this in the first place.”

Fronted by the electrifying and charismatic Jason Aalon Butler, letlive. emerged in 2002, quickly earning a reputation for their genre-blending sound and fearless live shows. Their 2010 breakthrough album Fake History catapulted them to critical acclaim and paved the way for subsequent releases The Blackest Beautiful (2013) and If I’m the Devil… (2016). With their eclectic arsenal of influences, letlive. took heavy music to new heights with dynamic songwriting, blistering rhythms, hook-loaded metal riffs, and Butler’s remarkable ability to balance cathartic screams and melodic vocals.

Fans won’t want to miss the chance to experience letlive. one more time, where the raw intensity and emotional depth they’ve always delivered will take centre stage.

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Jason Butler – Vocals

Jean Nascimentio – Guitar

Jeff Sahyoun – Guitar

letlive. September 2025 Australian Tour Dates

Friday 5th September – BRISBANE, The Triffid

Saturday 6th September – SYDNEY, Manning Bar

Sunday 7th September – MELBOURNE, Max Watts

Tuesday 9th September – ADELAIDE, Lion Arts Factory

Wednesday 10th September – PERTH, Magnet House

Pre-sale: Friday 14th February AT 10:00am local

General Public On Sale: Thursday February 19th at 10:00am local

Tickets from: https://thephoenix.au/

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Megan Milner

The Amity Affliction Add Second Sydney Show To “Let The Ocean Take Me” 10th Anniversary Australia Tour

Due to extraordinary demand, The Amity Affliction have today announced a second Sydney show at the Enmore Theatre. The added show will be the band’s first ever performance in the iconic venue, offering fans the chance to catch the Metalcore giants in an intimate setting whilst on their “Let The Ocean Take Me” 10th Anniversary Tour.

After selling out their headline show at Hordern Pavilion in under a week, this will be the final chance fans in Sydney will have to catch the band on their “Let The Ocean Take Me” tour.

To celebrate their seminal fourth studio release, the band will be performing the album in its entirety each night along with fan favourites from their extensive catalogue. Joining The Amity Affliction across all dates will be Ice Nine Kills, We Came As Romans and Heavensgate.

Tickets go on sale at 10am, Wednesday September 4.

Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets starting from Tuesday 3 September, 10am until Wednesday 4 September, 9am. Preferred ticket access is available to Mastercard cardholders in Australia on Wednesday 4 September, 10am. Visit www.priceless.com/music to find out more.

For complete tour & ticket information, visit: livenation.com.au

THE AMITY AFFLICTION

LET THE OCEAN TAKE ME
10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TOUR
AUSTRALIA 2024

RIVERSTAGE, BRISBANE
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 8 *SOLD OUT*

HORDERN PAVILION, SYDNEY
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9 *SOLD OUT*

ENMORE THEARE, SYDNEY
MONDAY NOVEMBER 11 *NEW SHOW*

JOHN CAIN ARENA, MELBOURNE
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14

THE DRIVE, ADELAIDE
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 15

RED HILL AUDITORIUM, PERTH
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16 *FINAL TICKETS*

TICKETS ON SALE 10AM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Mastercard pre-sale: Tue Sep 3 10am – Wed Sep 4, 9am

For complete tour & ticket information, visit: livenation.com.au

ABOUT THE AMITY AFFLICTION:
Since emerging in 2008 with their debut Severed Ties, Metal Core powerhouse The Amity Affliction have consistently delivered. They’ve clocked four No. 1 records, earned multiple Gold and Platinum certifications in their home country and enjoyed a string of Top 30-charting albums on Billboard. Throughout their career, The Amity Affliction have remained a featured attraction on some of the biggest festivals in the world — from Download UK, Reading and Leeds, Wacken, Vans Warped Tour, Rock am Ring, Rock im park, Graspop, Sonic Temple, Welcome to Rockville, Hellfest, Slam Dunk, Jera on Air, and more! The band has sold out countless headline treks and have hit the road with everyone from A Day to Remember to Motionless in White to Silverstein to Sum 41 to Beartooth to PVRIS.

ABOUT ICE NINE KILLS:
Returning to Australia for the first time in 5 years, ICE NINE KILLS make music both timeless and timely, mixing metal, hardcore, and punk with accessible power. New hard-rock-and-horror anthems like “Hip to be Scared,” “Assault & Batteries,” “Take Your Pick,” and “Farewell II Flesh” demonstrate Spencer’s fascination with fright, pop culture obsession, and his expertise with inescapably wicked melodic hooks and clever twists of phrase.

ABOUT WE CAME AS ROMANS:
We Came As Romans’ initial ascent was quick and assured, catapulting the band (who met as teens) into the hearts of diehard fans immersed in the metalcore, post-hardcore, and Warped Tour subculture. Their hook-filled heavy music carried an uplifting message and connects with even greater urgency live.

ABOUT HEAVENSGATE:
Visceral in name and nature, HEAVENSGATE have hit the ground running with no signs of slowing down. With their widely regarded debut EP ‘AND ALL I LOVED, I LOVED ALONE’, HEAVENSGATE continues to expand on the strong foundations set ahead of them with a growing fanbase.

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June 20, 2024
Megan Milner

The Teskey Brothers announce national A DAY ON THE GREEN tour | With special guests Band Of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT & Charlie Needs Braces – Jan 2025

THE TESKEY BROTHERS

ANNOUNCE NATIONAL A DAY ON THE GREEN TOUR
JANUARY 2025

WITH VERY SPECIAL GUESTS
BAND OF HORSES
SIERRA FERRELL
CMAT
CHARLIE NEEDS BRACES

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY 27 JUNE

Australia’s most soulful siblings THE TESKEY BROTHERS are set to light up some of the country’s most picturesque outdoor venues and wineries on their first a day on the green headline tour this summer.

The five-time ARIA winners will be joined by an array of hand-picked international and Australian special guests at their exclusive run of outdoor shows. They include beloved US indie rockers BAND OF HORSES, Americana, folk and roots artist SIERRA FERRELL, the Australian debut of country music’s latest disruptor, Irish singer-songwriter CMAT and Australian singer and multi-instrumentalist CHARLIE NEEDS BRACES.

Roundhouse Entertainment is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of THE TESKEY BROTHERS to Australia in 2025. The a day on the green tour will be a heartfelt homecoming for one of Australia’s most in-demand groups after spending most of 2024 playing headline shows across the US, UK and Europe, as well as festivals including Bonnaroo and the Wilderness Festival. Their triumphant return promises to be a magical and memorable series of concerts around the country, sharing the stage with a diverse array of talent from here and around the world.

Kicking off in Perth on Wednesday 8 January 2025 at Burswood Park, THE TESKEY BROTHERS will then bring their electrifying live show to wineries across the country, performing at Peter Lehmann Wines, Barossa Valley SA on Friday 10 January; Mt Duneed Estate, Geelong VIC on Saturday 11 January; Centennial Vineyards, Bowral NSW on Sunday 12 January; Bimbadgen, Hunter Valley NSW on Saturday 18 January; and Sirromet Wines, Mount Cotton QLD on Sunday 19 January.

Tickets on saleon Thursday 27 June at 12.00pm noon local time via Ticketmaster, with AAMI members’ presale and a day on the green members’ presale beginning Monday 24 June at 10.00am local time.

“After many months on tour overseas we are excited to be bringing the show home for this very special A Day On The Green run in January. To make it a full day’s affair, it’s a huge thrill to be bringing together some of our favourite acts from around the world.
Honoured to be joined by the epic Band of Horses, Nashville legend Sierra Ferrell, always excited to see CMAT and our local favourite Charlie Needs Braces.
Come join us for what will be a beautiful day on the green!”
Josh Teskey

THE TESKEY BROTHERS have captured the hearts of music fans with their soul-drenched take on rock, folk and blues across three studio albums, with their captivating live performances striking an undeniable chord with music lovers around the world. The band’s third studio album, 2023’s The Winding Way, debuted at number one on the ARIA charts and won the ARIA Award for Best Blues and Roots album and Best Record at this year’s Rolling Stone Australia Awards.

The songwriting partnership of Sam and Josh Teskey is a rare musical gem, seamlessly blending soul and blues, embracing the timeless essence of Motown, while crafting a unique musical identity distinctly their own. This partnership was recently recognised with THE TESKEY BROTHERS winning the prestigious Songwriter of the Year award at last month’s APRA Music Awards.

“Whether they were singing, playing guitar or harmonica, or just bouncing off of one another’s energy, The Teskey Brothers made it all seem as easy as breathing – never missing a beat, a note, or an opportunity to have a little fun.”
The Music

“The collective singing, the harmonious blend of voices, and the musicians’ light-hearted camaraderie all culminated in an emotional moment, creating a memory that would linger in the hearts of both the band and the audience long after the final notes faded away and the band made their final bow.”
Scenestr

Joining THE TESKEY BROTHERS on this tour are very special guests BAND OF HORSES for their first Australian shows since 2016. With hits like The Funeral, Laredo and No One’s Gonna Love You – and three ARIA Top 30 albums – the band has garnered a loyal following in Australia since first touring here in 2006. Originally from Seattle, their early records saw them become one of the most prominent indie rock bands of the era, with their 2010 LP Infinite Arms nominated for a Grammy. Known for their dynamic sound, evocative lyrics and compelling live performances, their songs have become anthems and touchstones for fans. Led by founding member Ben Bridwell, BAND OF HORSES released their sixth studio album in 2022, Things Are Great, and in 2024 released Acoustic At The Ryman Vol.2 – the follow up to 2014’s Volume 1.

Also gracing the stage will be the mesmerising SIERRA FERRELL whose genre-blending style has captivated audiences worldwide and made her one of the most in-demand musicians right now. With her distinctive enchanting voice, vintage sound and eclectic mix of country, folk, Americana and blues, her performance will leave audiences spellbound. Making a very welcome return to Australia, Sierra’s last tour in 2022 saw her sell out shows across the country. On tour in the US with country superstar Zach Bryan, their powerful duet Holy Roller has amassed 46 million streams on Spotify alone. Her latest album Trail Of Flowers shows why Sierra is being hailed by Rolling Stone as “one of country and roots music’s most fascinating and fast-rising artists”.

Adding to the stellar lineup is charismatic Irish singer-songwriter, CMAT (Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson). This rising star’s unique blend of indie-pop and country has propelled her to prominence since her 2022 debut, If My Wife New I’d Be Dead, which won the Choice Music Award for Irish Album of the Year. Her powerful performances and clever songwriting have made her a distinctive voice in contemporary music, with her latest album Crazymad, For Me earning her nominations for a Brit Award and the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for Best Album. With superstar fans like Elton John and Robbie Williams singing her praises, CMAT has captured the attention of the music world, and with her full band in tow, will no doubt captivate crowds at her first-ever Australian shows.

Completing the lineup is Australian singer CHARLIE NEEDS BRACES, a solo project for Naarm-based musician Charlie Woods, featuring live looping and original compositions. A proud Guringai woman, Charlie’s uplifting and energetic music weaves together stories, language and layered harmonies, creating a truly distinctive musical experience. In 2023 Charlie was awarded the Archie Roach Foundation Award for Emerging Talent through Music Victoria.

From Warrandyte to the world with their intoxicating soul sound, THE TESKEY BROTHERS have captivated audiences worldwide with their authentic blend of soul, blues and rock. Their compelling live performances are testament to their musical prowess and deep connection with their fans – their live shows are a rare and spellbinding experience not to be missed.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable musical journey when THE TESKEY BROTHERS tour Australia this summer with BAND OF HORSES, SIERRA FERRELL, CMAT and CHARLIE NEEDS BRACES.

Tickets on sale Thursday 27 June from Ticketmaster.

Wednesday 8 January Burswood Park,
Perth WA
with special guests Band of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT and Charlie Needs Braces

Friday 10 January Peter Lehmann Wines,
Barossa Valley SA
with special guests Band of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT and Charlie Needs Braces

Saturday 11 January Mt Duneed Estate,
Geelong VIC
with special guests Band of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT and Charlie Needs Braces

Sunday 12 January Centennial Vineyards,
Bowral NSW
with special guests Band of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT and Charlie Needs Braces

Saturday 18 January Bimbadgen,
Hunter Valley NSW
with special guests Band of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT and Charlie Needs Braces

Sunday 19 January Sirromet Wines,
Mount Cotton QLD
with special guests Band of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT and Charlie Needs Braces

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May 10, 2024
Megan Milner

JET RELEASE LIMITED EDITION 7” SINGLE “HURRY HURRY”, 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF GET BORN: EXTENDED EDITION TOUR KICKS OFF TONIGHT IN TORQUAY

JET RELEASE LIMITED EDITION 7” SINGLE HURRY HURRY

AVAILABLE AT AUSTRALIAN SHOWS AND VIA IMPRESSED RECORDINGS FROM TODAY

20TH ANNIVERSARY OF GET BORN: EXTENDED EDITION TOUR KICKS OFF TONIGHT IN TORQUAY

Today JET have released the exclusive 7” single Hurry Hurry (Australian Tour Edition). The B-side is a song called Un’avventura, a cover of a cover: Wilson Pickett’s version of Un’avventura performed by Lucio Battisti at the 1969 Sanremo Music Festival. It’s sung in half Italian/half English reflecting front man Nic Cester’s time spent living in Italy over the last 15 years.

These 7” vinyls are extremely limited and will be available at each show on the GET BORN: 20TH ANNIVERSARY EXTENDED EDITION Australian tour, with a small number of coloured vinyl available via www.jetofficial.com from today through Impressed Recordings – available to purchase until sold out.

Both Hurry Hurry and Un’avventura will be available via streaming services in the near future, with the band also revealing that they have commenced work on a new album, set for release in 2025, their first studio album in more than 15 years.

JET recently announced shows in the US in October – New York’s Bowery Ballroom, Basement East, Nashville and Troubadour in LA, with tickets snapped up within minutes of on-sale by excited US fans.

JET’s Australian tour kicks off tonight in Torquay with 2 sold out shows, before heading off around the country across the next 4 weeks. Be quick to secure tickets as shows continue to sell out.

JET
20th Anniversary of Get Born: Extended Edition

PRESENTED BY TRIPLE M*, LIVE NATION AND SELECT MUSIC

Tickets at livenation.com.au

THURSDAY 9 MAY – TORQUAY HOTEL, TORQUAY – SOLD OUT

FRIDAY 10 MAY – TORQUAY HOTEL, TORQUAY – SOLD OUT

SATURDAY 11 MAY – UNI BAR, HOBART* – SOLD OUT

FRIDAY 17 MAY – METROPOLIS, FREMANTLE* – LIMITED TICKETS

SATURDAY 18 MAY – BASS IN THE GRASS, DARWIN

FRIDAY 24 MAY – HOTEL BRUNSWICK, BRUNSWICK HEADS* – SOLD OUT

SATURDAY 25 MAY – THE STATION, SUNSHINE COAST*

FRIDAY 31 MAY – SUNKEN MONKEY HOTEL, CENTRAL COAST*

THURSDAY 6 JUNE – THE PAVILION, KIAMA

FRIDAY 7 JUNE – UC REFECTORY, CANBERRA

SATURDAY 8 JUNE – BAR ON THE HILL, NEWCASTLE* – SOLD OUT

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ESKIMO JOE ANNOUNCE NOSTALGIC NEW SINGLE ‘THE FIRST TIME’

A buoyant yet bittersweet ode to nostalgia, Australian alternative rock icons Eskimo Joe return today armed with The First Time; the band’s first new music since 2021’s 99 Ways. Set to appear at Lookout Festival alongside Live and Incubus before embarking on their National Acoustic Theatre Tour starting this April, The First Time feels familiar yet fresh, with Eskimo Joe capturing the essence of their stadium rock-ready triumph, 2008’s Black Fingernails, Red Wine, alongside some sharp 2024 vigour.

Drawing inspiration from long-time Eskimo Joe creative influences as well as the band’s unshakeable bond, the core of The First Time also evolved following a stacked 2023, with multiple festival appearances sparking the trio to harness the energy of a giant crowd setting into their 2024-penned new track. “We really look up to bands like the Rolling Stones and U2 – those guys who keep touring and creating music over and over again,” shares bass player and vocalist Kav Temperley. “It makes us proud of our musical journey and the people who have taken our songs into their lives. Eskimo Joe is still the three core members. It just wouldn’t be the Eskies without the three of us in a studio or on stage making music together – our friendship is as much a part of the band as the music itself. After an amazing 2023 of playing some huge festivals, there’s this indescribable energy when a massive crowd is singing your songs back at you. We wanted to capture that energy and infuse it into our recording. So, in the first week of January this year, over five days we wrote and recorded The First Time at my studio in Fremantle.”

Opening with Temperley musing “I found myself looking for you, I wonder if you’re looking for me” over glimmering instrumentation and a driving beat, The First Time simultaneously tugs at your heartstrings while charming with creamy melodics and soaring choruses. An undeniable instant Eskimo Joe classic, The First Time ultimately delves into upbeat sentimentality, as Temperley elaborates, “We wanted to write something that set out to encapsulate the bittersweet feeling of nostalgia, that looks back through rose coloured glasses conveniently forgetting the heartache and sleepless nights that came with a certain place and time in our lives. It’s easy in the loneliest moments to look back and take comfort in those memories secretly holding onto that feeling like an addict. The song is also a realisation that holding onto the past might also be holding you back from the present. The subject is nostalgic but so is the sound of this song, it sounds like it could have sat perfectly on the Black Fingernails album.”

Lead guitarist Stu MacLeod says, “You put so much energy into each song, you build it up, tear it down, build it back up again until it matches the band’s vision. I love the energy in this song and the sentiment, and I’m stoked that we get to release it out into the world.” Drummer and guitarist Joel Quartermain adds, “Once it’s out in the world, a song truly exists. Hopefully people connect with it.”

The accompanying music video beautifully documents Eskimo Joe’s many years as a band, with nostalgic footage of their many achievements over the years.

Forming in 1997, Eskimo Joe would go on to become one of Australia’s most enduring acts, with six studio albums and ongoing commercial success in their wake, including 2004’s A Song Is A City and 2006’s Black Fingernails, Red Wine reaching Platinum status, and the latter dominating the ARIA Top 50 Chart for 62 weeks. The Eskimo Joe journey from Fremantle indie rock darlings to an international success story has also seen the band’s impact expand well beyond the studio, with ongoing chart success, 35 ARIA nominations and eight wins, two APRA Awards, countless appearances at major festivals and events across the globe, and frequent appearances in triple j’s Hottest 100 countdown, including their single Black Fingernails, Red Wine taking out the #2 spot in the Hottest 100 of 2006. With performances spanning Sound Relief, Live Earth, at the Sundance Film Festival or, closer to home, at Big Day Out, Splendour In The Grass and, most recently, Good Things Festival, Eskimo Joe’s craftsmanship is only amplified by their swaggering live prowess; and it’s this very fact that inspired the band’s newest sonic output while also firmly showcasing Eskimo Joe’s ever-present vitality in the music scene decades into their career.

“It feels great releasing some new music with Eskimo Joe,” Temperley says. “We had such an amazing year last year, playing all different kinds of shows, and ending the year with Good Things Festival that saw us playing in front of crowds of 30,000. We left 2023 feeling so connected with our audiences that we felt that now is the right time to write a new tune.”

“Kicking off in April, we take to the road for the Lookout Festival, unveiling our new single with icons like Incubus and Live,” Temperley concludes. Straight off the back of the festival – April through August, we embark on a 22-show acoustic journey across Australia. This tour allows us to present our music in a more intimate setting, strengthening our connection with our audience. Each performance is crafted to deepen the musical experience, blending the high energy of festival shows with the personal touch of our acoustic sessions.”

The First Time is out today.

Listen: THE FIRST TIME

ESKIMO JOE – THE FIRST TIME – Official single artwork

ESKIMO JOE – UPCOMING SHOWS

SAT 06 APR | LOOKOUT FESTIVAL, SANDSTONE POINT, QLD | 18+
Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au I All Ticketmaster outlets

SUN 07 APR | LOOKOUT FESTIVAL, SOUTHPORT, QLD | 18+
Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au I All Ticketmaster outlets

SAT 13 APR | LOOKOUT FESTIVAL, MORNINGTON VIC | 18+
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SAT 20 APR | LOOKOUT FESTIVAL, WHITFORDS WA | 18+
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SAT 27 APR | CIVIC HALL, BALLARAT VIC
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office 03 5333 5888

SUN 28 APR | WYNDHAM CULTURAL CENTRE, WERRIBEE VIC
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office (03) 8734 6000

SAT 25 MAY | CASULA POWERHOUSE, LIVERPOOL NSW
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office 02 8711 7123

SUN 26 MAY | THE CONCOURSE LOUNGE, WILLOUGHBY NSW
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office 02 8075 8111

FRI 31 MAY | LOGAN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE, LOGAN QLD
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours

SAT 1 JUN | PROSERPINE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE, PROSERPINE QLD
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office(07) 4945 0405

FRI 21 JUN | RED EARTH ARTS PRECINCT, KARRATHA WA
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours (no contact on venue)

SAT 22 JUN | CARNARVON CIVIC CENTRE, CARNARVON WA
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours

FRI 28 JUN | ALBANY ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE, ALBANY WA
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office (08) 6212 9292

SUN 30 JUN | ESPERANCE CIVIC CENTRE, ESPERANCE WA
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours

FRI 5 JUL | THE WEDGE, SALE VIC
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office 03 5143 3200

SAT 6 JUL | KINGSTON CITY HALL, MOORABBIN VIC
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office (03) 9556 4440.

SUN 7 JUL | QUEANBEYAN PAC, QUEANBEYAN NSW | ALL AGES
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office (02) 6285 6290

TUE 9 JUL | HORSHAM TOWN HALL THEATRE, HORSHAM VIC
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office 03 5382 9555

FRI 12 JUL | SWAN HILL TOWN HALL PACC, SWAN HILL VIC
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours

SAT 13 JUL | THE ART HOUSE, WYONG NSW
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours | Via Box Office 02 4335 1485

FRI 26 JUL | MOUNT ISA CIVIC CENTRE, MOUNT ISA QLD
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours

SUN 28 JUL | ROCKHAMPTON RIVER FESTIVAL, ROCKHAMPTON QLD | ALL AGES
Tickets available from www.eskimojoe.net/tours

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April 10, 2024
Megan Milner

In Hearts Wake Bid Farewell To Bassist Kyle Erich, Announce His Final Tour For September & Share New Single/Video

IN HEARTS WAKE
BID FAREWELL TO BASSIST KYLE ERICH

ANNOUNCE HIS FINAL TOUR FOR SEPTEMBER

SHARE NEW SINGLE/VIDEO FAREWELL

After twelve years creating music beloved by a loyal fanbase across the world, today In Hearts Wake announce the departure of long-time bassist and vocalist, Kyle Erich.

In conjunction with today's news, In Hearts Wake have also announced that they will tour Australia with Erich for the last time this September, giving fans the opportunity to share in an important closing chapter for the band. And also alongside this announcement, In Hearts Wake deliver a brand new track, fittingly titled Farewell; a poignant cap put on Erich’s time with the band, laced with emotional tension and catharsis.

Though Erich’s departure signifies a dynamic shift for In Hearts Wake, their split has been amicable; both are anticipating bright futures as they continue on separate paths. After going through the motions of any break-up –– from sadness and heartbreak, through to acceptance –– In Hearts Wake and Erich are now ready to celebrate with the release of Farewell and their upcoming final run of headline shows together.

The process of creating Farewell doubled as a healthy way of processing Erich’s impending departure from the band; a moment for him to be involved in his exit in a way that perfectly put a pin in his time with his bandmates. It is this very reason Farewell has a spirit of closure to it, because this is exactly what it represents: a beautiful, monumental chapter coming to an close for Erich and In Hearts Wake alike.

As his melodies and vocals soar, the heartfelt weight of his final message is as much for the In Hearts Wake fans, as it is for his bandmates.

Hailing from Byron Bay and now one of the leading acts in the Australian heavy scene, In Hearts Wake first roared into view via their 2012 debut album Divination; a tarot-inspired release, praised for its memorable breakdowns, melodic hooks, taut execution and a sea of features. Remaining a fan-favourite to this day, Divination peaked at #27 on the ARIA Charts, setting the stage for a horde of headline shows, international tours, appearances at Soundwave Festival and beyond for In Hearts Wake.

Now in command of five hard-hitting albums, including 2014's Earthwalker, 2015's Skydancer, 2017's Ark and 2020's Kaliyuga, In Hearts Wake also fuse themes of social and environmental justice into their palpitating brand of metalcore, with multiple Top 5 ARIA debuts, millions of streams and fans across the globe.

Recently appearing at UNIFY Off The Record in 2023 and wowing audiences across Australia with their Decade Of Divination tour last year, In Hearts Wake are set to celebrate and farewell their journey to date with Erich this September with what is guaranteed to be a poignant and unforgettable run that spans Newcastle, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.

Ultimately, to honour Erich’s imprint on In Hearts Wake, clear and evident since the debut In Hearts Wake album, the seminal Divination, the only way the group could convey such a whirlwind of emotions was through a dose of new music that captured everything about the In Hearts Wake spirit: brutality, passion and catharsis.

In Hearts Wake has some news. Our bass player & clean vocalist Kyle Erich is leaving the band to focus on his family and other parts of his life. He will be touring with us one last time in September, and today we have released a new track and video called “Farewell” as part of his send off.

We adore Kyle and appreciate every contribution he’s made to our band and our lives. 12 years of laughs, gigs and singalongs. He's an amazing person and we will miss having him around as In Hearts Wake continues to forge ahead.

While we were saddened and heart broken by the news at first, we all knew that what was right for Kyle was right for us. We all support his decision and can't wait to celebrate him and bring closure to his journey with the band.

We will have more In Hearts Wake news in a couple of weeks, but for now lets celebrate our man Kyle Erich and all the amazing moments we've had together

Jake, Ben, Eaven & Conor

It's hard to put into words how impactful and fulfilling my journey with In Hearts Wake has been. I honestly feel so lucky to have been a part of In Hearts Wake and everything it has become over the years. The places we’ve been, the bands/people who have supported us and all the incredible moments that I’ll never forget. To be honest, I never really thought that music could bring so much joy to my life and I owe so much to my brothers in the band for seeing something in me that I didn’t even know I had.

The life of a touring musician is incredible and honestly I wouldn't change a thing about my last twelve years with In Hearts Wake. That being said, this life does require a lot of sacrifice and now as a father those choices are more complicated and much harder to make. Being in the industry for as long as I have, I know you need to give 100% to make it work and I’m at a point now where that’s not something I’m able to give. In my eyes that would be a disservice to the band and to all our fans who have supported us over the years.

Farewell will be my last song with the band and it was a very difficult song to write. Despite this being the right decision for me it’s been so hard to let go of something that’s been such a massive part of my life. The Australian tour this September will be my last tour as part of the band and although bitter sweet, its going to be a farewell tour to remember.

From the bottom of my heart I want to thank anyone who has come to a show, said hello to me in the street or played with us on stage. You have truly changed my life forever. Jake, Ben, Eaven, and Conor I love you guys and I can't wait to see where In Hearts Wake goes from here.

See you down the road!

Kyle Erich

FAREWELL – OUT NOW
https://ihw.lnk.to/farewell

New World Artists & UNFD Presents

IN HEARTS WAKE
AUSTRALIA TOUR 2024

TOUR DATES:

THURSDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2024 – KING STREET BANDROOM, NEWCASTLE 18+
FRIDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2024 – LIBERTY HALL, SYDNEY 18+
SATURDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2024 – THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE 18+
THURSDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2024 – THE FORUM, MELBOURNE 18+
FRIDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 2024 – THE GOV, ADELAIDE 18+
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2024 – MAGNET HOUSE, PERTH 18+

Tickets from inheartswake.com

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May 22, 2023
Mike L Photography

Interview with Tommy Emmanuel

(STM) What is your process and criteria for selecting and developing new songs to add to your live repertoire?

(TE) With my live repertoire, I'm always trying to add as many of my own songs in there, or choose a cover that I can put my own slant on and make it fun or entertaining and unexpected to the crowd! The importance of starting the show with the right songs cannot be underestimated!

Are there any songs you wish you could have included to your live/studio repertoire, but perhaps they didn’t translate exactly as desired?

Not all songs work as instrumentals, and I have to be really certain of it's integrity and muscle when I put it in my shows! Playing something in a concert situation is THE acid test!

Do you have a favourite collaboration that sticks out in your mind?

I have had so many wonderful Collaborations over my life,, “Burn for You” with John Farnham stands out as a great duet.. Nobody sings like HIM!

Who, past or present would you most like to collaborate with, and why?

I wish my brother Phil was back so we could launch our Duo on the world!!

You’ve recently performed some of Jeff Beck’s music live. Did you have a relationship with the late guitar legend?

I never got to meet Jeff Beck, but I have loved his playing since my brother gave me the “Blow by Blow” Album… He astounds me still.. What a tone!! RIP JB

Is there anything new you were surprised to have taken away and learned from your guitar camps over the years?

I've learned that there's no point in sugar-coating any part of the process of learning / practising / achieving … when it comes to playing, there IS no easy way, there's work, DEDICATION and a lot of determination to get any good at anything in music. I tell it like it is, life is too short to waste any time ! GET TO WORK!

Hypothetical curveball – you have to play without the use of your middle or index finger – which do you choose?

ooooo Bad situation??? … Middle finger, because I can make my index finger do things my middle finger can't ! TE

You can still catch Tommy Emmanuel at the following dates

Tickets available here: tommyemmanuel.com

Tues 23 May – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane 

Wed 24 May – Festival Theatre, Adelaide

Fri 26 May – Wrest Point Entertainment Centre, Hobart

Sat 27 May – Country Club, Launceston

Sun 28 May – Arts Centre Melbourne Hamer Hall, Melbourne

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March 9, 2023
Nikki Eenink

Interview with Patrick Miranda (The Movements)

There’s movement at the manor and all signs are pointing down under, with Southern Californian quartet Movements and British rockers Boston Manor announcing a huge Australian tour kicking off in March 2023, their first time back to Australia since 2018!
 
Starting in Brisbane on March 9 at The Triffid, the co-headline extravaganza will visit Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong, Belgrave, Melbourne and Adelaide, before closing out on March 18 at Amplifier Bar in Perth.
 
Reflecting personal changes from a whirlwind five years, Movements realize the full scope of their storytelling, musicianship and vision on their 2020 second full-length album, No Good Left To Give that’s already had over 15 million total global streams. Not only does the music address the emotional push-and-pull of relationships, but it also explores loss, love, mental health, and even sex through a prism of newfound clarity sound-tracked by post-punk grit, alternative expanse, heartfelt spoken word, expansive rock, and subtle pop ambition.
 
Following the 2016 EP Outgrown Things, the group cemented a singular sound on their 2017 full-length debut, Feel Something. Eclipsing 100 million total global streams by 2021, it immediately connected by way of Daylilly (over 36 million Spotify streams), Full Circle (over 16 million Spotify streams), and Colorblind [over 12 million Spotify streams]. In 2021, Movements released their B-sides 7” which included two new tracks extending the Movements universe organically from songs recorded during the recording sessions for No Good Left To Give.
 
Movements continue to pack out shows worldwide, closing out 2022 with appearances alongside A Day To Remember, The Used, Magnolia Park and many more.
 
Hailing from Blackpool, Lancashire in England, Boston Manor emerged as teenagers via an attempt to reinvigorate the music scene in their hometown.
 
Their 2018 album Welcome To The Neighbourhood was set in a fictionalised version of their hometown, while 2020’s GLUE was a powerful reflection of a broken world filtered through Cox’s own cathartic thoughts and experiences. Both albums shifted the needle in terms of Boston Manor’s sound, incorporating synths into their framework and a heavy focus on atmosphere. Coming off the back of last year’s Desperate Times, Desperate Pleasures EP, their forthcoming album Datura takes all that one step further. It is undeniably the most ambitious record Boston Manor have ever made. The first of two parts, this set of songs exists in the dim light between dusk and dawn. It’s a record you don’t just merely listen to, but one you actually inhabit and experience.
 
In 2022 alone, Boston Manor have toured with Alexisonfire, appeared at Riot Fest in Chicago and various other festivals around the globe. Previously nominated for Best British Breakthrough at the Kerrang! Awards in 2018 and for Best Album Artwork at the Heavy Music Awards in 2019, Boston Manor continue to leap forward into new and exciting territory; and 2023 is set to ignite the quintet to staggering new heights.
 
With Movements armed with their 2020 sophomore album No Good Left To Give and Boston Manor primed with their fourth full length record Datura out October 14, these Australian shows are set to showcase the cathartic and immersive might of each band in their own signature way; from the post-hardcore, spoken work and pop subtleties of Movements to the infectious pop punk, crunching anthems and vulnerability of Boston Manor, you’ll be guaranteed all the feels and stunning vigour that both bands have become beloved for over the past several years.
 
Come and experience the ferocious talent of Movements and Boston Manor in a town near you!

Tickets from destroyalllines.com.au

DESTROY ALL LINES, FEARLESS RECORDS & SHARPTONE RECORDS PRESENTS

MOVEMENTS & BOSTON MANOR
TOUR DATES:
 
THURSDAY 9 MARCH 2023 – THE TRIFFID, BRISBANE (18+)
FRIDAY 10 MARCH 2023 – NEWY HOTEL, NEWCASTLE (18+)
SATURDAY 11 MARCH 2023 – FACTORY THEATRE, SYDNEY (LIC AA)
TUESDAY 14 MARCH 2023 – DICEY RILEY’S, WOLLONGONG (18+)
WEDNESDAY 15 MARCH 2023 – SOOKI LOUNGE, BELGRAVE (18+)
THURSDAY 16 MARCH 2023 – CORNER HOTEL, MELBOURNE (18+)
FRIDAY 17 MARCH 2023 – LION ARTS FACTORY, ADELAIDE (LIC AA)
SATURDAY 18 MARCH 2023 – AMPLIFIER BAR, PERTH (18+)

General tickets on sale Friday 7 October @ 10am local time
Tickets from destroyalllines.com.au

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