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Archive for December 2007

December 6th, 2007

Scribe, Faker, and Pnau Play BACARDI Express

All aboard the BACARDI Express! This travelling festival will carry five of Australia and New Zealand’s hottest acts, and a bunch of keen music fans from Melbourne to Sydney next February.
Rock outfit Faker, New Zealand rap king Scribe, and dance duo Pnau are already confirmed to play alongside two bands to be announced later this […]

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December 5th, 2007

“Rock-Bottom Jackpot” - Dé Jah Groove

Dé Jah Groove’s debut release Rock-Bottom Jackpot may just be the perfect soundtrack for the summer.
The Melbourne outfit has earned a reputation as one of the most explosive bands on the live circuit, and they’ve managed to bring that energy to this album. Their combination of jazz, funk, roots, rock, and hip-hop reminds me of […]

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December 5th, 2007

Natalie Gauci Hits Highpoint

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Our newest Australian Idol, Natalie Gauci, will warm up for her first national tour with an instore appearance in her hometown of Melbourne this weekend.
Natalie will appear on the Level 1 Stage at Highpoint Shopping Centre at 1 pm this Sunday, December […]

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December 4th, 2007

Is Lenka The Next Big Thing?

You might remember Lenka from her work with Aussie electronic outfit Decoder Ring. But these days the Aussie songbird is striking out on her own.
She’s currently living in Los Angeles, where she recently signed a copublishing with Sony/ATV and a record deal looks like it’s just around the corner. The major label became interested in […]

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December 4th, 2007

Kylie’s Got the “X” Factor

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Kylie Minogue has burst back onto the albums charts this week with a number one debut. Her tenth studio album X is sitting pretty at the top of the ARIA charts in a big week for Aussie artists.
Her single “2 Hearts” has […]

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December 3rd, 2007

Music Blog Spotlight: Metal Martyr

Metal Martyr is your one-stop shop for all things heavy metal.
Scott really knows his stuff, and delivers all the latest news, reviews, and gossip daily. But don’t expect just another boring news blog. Scott has an opinion on everything, and he’s not afraid to share it with his readers. Check out this post to see […]

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December 3rd, 2007

Elton John @ Tempus Two Winery, Hunter Valley - 1 December 2007

On Saturday I made the trek to the Hunter Valley’s Tempus Two Winery to see rock music royalty, Sir Elton John.
Young soul singer Eran James kicked off the event with songs from his new album, Ten Songs About Love. It blows my mind that this kid is just 18 years old. He’s got such a […]

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December 2nd, 2007

Smashing Pumpkins, Duran Duran and More Play V Festival

A real mixed bag of bands are heading our way for the second annual V Festival next year.
Whiny 90s rockers The Smashing Pumpkins will headline the event, alongside 80s supergroup Duran Duran, and the cooler than cool popster Mika. The eclectic bill also includes Jesus and the Mary Chain, Air, Queens of the Stoneage, and […]

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December 1st, 2007

Delta Says “I Do”

Cuter than cute celebrity couple Delta Goodrem and Brian McFadden are getting married. Contrary to earlier rumours, Delta accepted her Irish beau’s proposal last Friday.
“Contrary to false reports, the couple were hoping to keep the news private however they feel it is important to now confirm their exciting news,” a press statement said.
The pair began […]

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