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Archive for November 2007

November 14th, 2007

Dion and Delta To Duet?

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Our own Delta Goodrem may sing with one of her biggest idols when Canadian diva Celine Dion arrives in Sydney next year.
Delta has been a long time fan of Celine’s work, and it seems the admiration is mutual. Celine recorded Delta’s song “Eyes on Me” for her [...]

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November 13th, 2007

Veronicas Hook Number One Spot

Aussie poppettes The Veronicas have earned their first number one single this week. Their catchy electronic track “Hook Me Up” climbed three places to take out the top spot on the ARIA charts.
But they couldn’t topple country rock veterans The Eagles, who remain at the top of the album charts with their latest effort, Long [...]

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November 13th, 2007

Carl Riseley Bows Out of Idol Contest

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In one of the closest verdicts this season, Australian Idol viewers sent home likable crooner Carl Riseley.
Just four percent separated Carl from remaining Idol hopefuls Matt Corby and Natalie Gauci. Despite coming so close to the Idol crown, Carl was gracious in defeat.
“Man, I am [...]

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November 12th, 2007

Music Blog Spotlight: Country Music Stop

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If you like your music with a little twang, make sure you stop by b5media’s ultimate country destination, Country Music Stop.
This is the best place to stay up to date with the latest in country music, including all the gossip about [...]

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November 12th, 2007

Australian Idols Sing the Viewers’ Choices

It’s crunch time on Australian Idol, with only three young hopefuls remaining. Tonight we’ll see one of them leave the comp, paving the way for the final two to sing for the ultimate title at the Opera House. You’d think all of that would have inspired some outstanding performances, but did it?

Natalie Gauci was first [...]

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November 11th, 2007

“No Man’s Woman” - Various Artists

Some say the concept album is dead, but don’t tell that to the folks behind No Man’s Woman. The album features some of Australia’s finest male artists covering songs made famous by iconic female figures.
The results are surprising. I would never have expected some of the song choices, like Josh Pyke’s Kate Bush cover, or [...]

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November 10th, 2007

Musos Weigh In On Election Issues

The federal election is just two weekends away, and if you believe the polls change is in the air. Australian elections are largely free from the celebrity endorsements seen in the American campaigns, but some of our most influential musicians are starting to speak out about who has, or hasn’t, got their vote.
Shannon Noll’s made [...]

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November 9th, 2007

More Motown from Human Nature

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Human Nature figure that when you’re on to a good thing, stick to it. That’s why they’re releasing their third album of Motown covers, Get Ready.
But don’t think this album is more of the same. Motown legends Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, Martha Reeves (Martha and [...]

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November 9th, 2007

East Coast Bluesfest Bill Announced

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The East Coast Blues & Roots Festival always boasts an impressive lineup, and the 2008 event is shaping up to be no exception.
The rumours about Sinead O’Connor were true. She’ll be there alongside other international big guns The Black Crowes, Wilco, Don McLean, Buddy [...]

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November 8th, 2007

Old Man River’s a Ray of Sunshine

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Old Man River will brighten up your summer with their new single “Sunshine.”
Funnily enough, they’ve opted to tour the chilly regions of Europe to celebrate its release. They’ll kick off their Italian dates at Milan’s La Casa 139 tomorrow night, before visiting Scandiano, Brescia, Rome, and Ancona. They’ll [...]

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