March 13th, 2008
Isn’t it funny? In recent weeks the American Idol judges have been so excited about Michael Johns’ mediocre performances. This week I thought he was back to his best, but the reception from the judges was less than enthusiastic.
At the end of the day it doesn’t matter what they said. Our Aussie boy is through [...]
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March 12th, 2008
I’ve got some good news for my David Campbell loving American readers. Australia’s swing king says he plans to crack the US market. He will head to the United States later this year for shows in Las Vegas and New York City. He’s also considering trying his luck with some shows in London.
David knows how [...]
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March 12th, 2008
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Superstar and sweetheart Kylie Minogue has signed an adorable teddy bear to help raise money for sick kids. The bear is currently being auctioned on eBay ahead of Westmead Children’s Hospital’s annual fundraiser, Bandaged Bear Day.
Funds raised in the auction will help the hospital purchase [...]
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March 11th, 2008
Muse are one of the biggest bands on the planet right now. Last July they played for 150, 000 fans in two massive sold-out shows at London’s Wembley Stadium. These historic gigs were captured for the release of Muse’s latest CD/DVD set, Haarp.
It’s released on March 22, but Sydney fans can get a sneak peek [...]
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March 11th, 2008
Aussie promoter extraordinaire Michael Chugg has taken out The Bottle Award at the International Live Music Conference Arthur Awards in London.
The prize honours Chuggie’s contribution to live music. And what a contribution it is. His team are currently working on 40 tours around Australia, including the Blues and Roots festivals and country music festival in [...]
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March 10th, 2008
If there’s one thing Aussies do well, it’s write a mean rock song. But what’s the best of the best? Well, according to an online poll of Herald Sun readers, it’s “You’re the Voice” by John Farnham.
Farnsy’s rock anthem beat out classics like Cold Chisel’s “Khe Sahn,” and AC/DC’s “Jail Break.”
Rock guru Glenn A. Baker [...]
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March 10th, 2008
Juliette Lewis is one of the first big name international guests announced for this year’s MTV Australia Awards. Juliette will perform with her band The Licks, and said she’s thrilled about her coming trip Down Under.
“I’m so happy it’s in Australia. I’m sure it’s going to be loose - a great party vibe,” she told [...]
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March 9th, 2008
When you buy tickets to see your favourite band, there’s always one special song you hope they’ll play. Well if you’re holding Wilco tickets, you might just get your wish.
Fans can now request the songs they want the band to play on their upcoming tour. Just head to their official website and enter your details, [...]
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March 8th, 2008
Australia’s gay and lesbian community celebrated the 30th anniversary of Mardi Gras in a very unique way this year. They voted for the gayest songs of all time.
The results are in, and Aussies faired pretty well on this camp catalogue compiled by SameSame.
The Minogue sisters have always been gay icons, and they both scored spots [...]
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March 7th, 2008
Last night I headed out to Mingara Rec Club to see Australia’s own king of swing, David Campbell. The crowd was more diverse than any I’ve seen before, with folks from 18 to 80 filling the auditorium.
They all rose to their feet as David made his way from the rear of the room to the [...]
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