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Charlie Parr Returns

Charlie Parr is returning to Australia after creating a huge impression here earlier this year when he supported Paul Kelly as well as performing a number of shows on his own. That tour came off the back of Parr coming to prominence with his song that featured on a clever Vodaphone television advert. But there’s more to Parr than that song. He’s   a fingerpicking blues guitarist with a cool voice... Read the full story

Chris Smither’s Extensive Tour

Outstanding folk/blues guitarist, singer and songwriter Chris Smither is visiting Australia for a solo tour taking in intimate clubs in capital cities and a number of folk music events including the Brunswick Music Festival, Apollo Bay, Blue Mountains and Port Fairy music festivals. The man described by Associated Press as “an American original, a product of the musical melting pot, and one of the... Read the full story

Wilco Return – Roger That

American alt-country but in reality just “cool” band Wilco will return to Australia next April for an east coast tour, continuing a loving relationship they have with audiences in these parts. Dates have been announced for Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane only at this stage Wilco will be touring in support of the recently released self-titled album, their follow-up to 2007’s ‘Sky Blue Sky’. The... Read the full story

Concert Review – Nick Lowe & Ry Cooder

There’s no need to write a book to review this concert. The appeal of it was very simple really – great music, played supremely well by a pair of artists who are in complete command of both their music and its place in the milieu. Even for casual admirers of both  Nick Lowe and Ry Cooder there was plenty enough to recommend this concert. While they are an odd couple in some ways – Lowe,  the... Read the full story

Neko Case Tours Again

Neko Case is an artist who has truly reached iconic status, able to forge an uncommonly deep and meaningful bond with her audience. Exploring long term themes of nature vs man via impressionistic lyrics, classic pop harmonics and a voice that encompasses smoky, sophisticated, luxurious tones and oh so much more, Neko Case is also an artist that really has to be seen in the live arena. Neko Case is... Read the full story

Dirty Three Join With Laughing Clowns

Arguably the stand-out performers at this years inaugural All Tomorrow’s Parties Festival at Mt.Buller, the Dirty Three return this summer for a national tour – their first in almost four years. Already confirmed as the headline act at the Melbourne leg of the Laneway Festival and as special guests of both Sydney Festival and Perth International Arts Festival, Dirty Three will also appear... Read the full story

Marianne Faithfull Returns

The iconic singer Marianne Faithfull returns for a series of special performances this January. The shows, with her full touring band, will showcase her critically acclaimed new album Easy Come, Easy Go (Shock Records), as well as drawing from the wealth of material from her expansive career. In concert Marianne Faithfull creates intimacy with her unique quality as one of the greatest song interpreters,... Read the full story

Carole King and James Taylor Together

Carole King and James Taylor are touring Australia together for the first time. This once-in-a-lifetime event brings together two of the most beloved singer/songwriters for a rare concert experience. The two-hour shows will feature a breadth of material including songs they performed during their 1969 debut show at the Troubadour in Los Angeles, which helped propel them both to the world stage. The... Read the full story

Bob Geldof – The Happy Club

Before Bob Geldof was Saint Bob he was an Irish punk rocker with a penchant for theatricality and street-wise melodrama. After he was Saint Bob, but before he was Sir Bob, he released an album that seemed to be an all too serious reflection of his new place in the world order. That album 1986’s Deep In The Heart of Nowhere was admirable in its own right but was perhaps a victim of  Geldof’s need... Read the full story

PIL Tour UK

Public Image Ltd are about to start their first UK tour in 17 years. The band consisting of John Lydon, Lu Edmonds, Bruce Smith and Scott Firth will tour nationally to mark the 30th year anniversary of the ‘Metal Box’ album, starting at The Birmingham Academy on December 15th. ‘PiL’ will not only be celebrating the anniversary of ‘Metal Box’ but also performing... Read the full story

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