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Archive for September 2007

September 18th, 2007

Get Switched on to Ry Cuming

You may not have heard of Ry Cuming yet, but his laidback acoustic pop could just be the next big thing. Ry’s from Angourie, near Byron Bay, but he’s currently living in Los Angeles.
Ry’s spent his time in America songwriting with Maroon 5, Phantom Planet and Jude Cole, and he’s on the verge of signing […]

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September 18th, 2007

Brianna Carpenter Gets the Chop

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Brianna Carpenter is the second Idol hopeful to leave the reality talent quest, following a painful performance of Supertramp’s “The Logical Song.”
Rock was always going to be a stretch for the Brisbane music student, but it appeared that “sound issues” may have been her greatest […]

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September 17th, 2007

Music Blog Spotlight: Hip Hop Roll

Have you visited Hip Hop Roll lately? This blog is well worth a second look, as it’s now in the capable hands of Jyle Dupuis. That means more updates, plenty of gossip, and lots of cool videos.
Jyle covers all the coolest hip hop stars, including Kanye West, 50 Cent, and The Black Eyed Peas. As […]

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September 17th, 2007

Australian Idols Rock Out

Last night the Australian Idols turned their hand to rock, but unfortunately the theme exposed the weaknesses of many of our contestants. The odd star shone, but it was a very dark night in the Idol studio indeed.

Matt Corby kicked off the night with a great rendition of Led Zeppelin’s “The Immigrant Song.” This […]

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September 16th, 2007

Steely Dan, World Party and Gangajang @ Bimbadgen Estate, Hunter Valley - 15 September 2007

This update has been a little slow coming, but I have a good reason I swear. You see, I’ve spent the weekend in the Hunter Valley catching Steely Dan at Bimbadgen Estate. The show was one of the fabulous A Day on the Green events, which is one of my favourite ways to see concerts. […]

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September 15th, 2007

Labor Government Promotes Local Music

Peter Garrett has announced the Labor government will commit $2.4 million over the next four years to the Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (AMRAP). As if you needed another reason to oust John Howard, right?
The organisation plays a key part in promoting Australian music by delivering local content to 350 community radio stations across the […]

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September 14th, 2007

Kylie’s Back With “2 Hearts”

After plenty of speculation it’s official: Kylie Minogue will release her brand new single “2 Hearts” on November 10.
It was written and produced by cool British electro band Kish Mauve. And according to industry insiders, the track has hit written all over it.
“It is a surefire No. 1, a classic Kylie song you won’t stop […]

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September 14th, 2007

Ben Lee Heads East

Ben Lee swore the cancellation of the Up! Festival wouldn’t stop him touring his new album Ripe. He’s made good on his promise with the announcement of a handful of dates along the East Coast.
The tour will kick off at Melbourne’s Prince of Wales Hotel on October 18. Then Ben’s off to Ballarat, Moorooduc, Brisbane, […]

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September 13th, 2007

Ivy League’s Big Birthday Bashes

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Last weekend I reported that Sydney indie label Ivy League is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a huge compilation CD. Some massive birthday concerts were rumoured, but I can now confirm the speculations are true.
The Metro will host two Ivy League birthday gigs […]

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September 13th, 2007

Cyndi Lauper Heads to Mardi Gras

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Sydney’s Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is famous for delivering some of the most fabulous entertainment in Australia, and next year’s festivities will be no exception. 80s pop icon Cyndi Lauper will headline the 30th anniversary celebrations.
I’m really excited about this one. After all, with hits like “Girls […]

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