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Oz Music Scene

May 5th, 2008

Two Must Have Aussie Tracks

Here at the music channel we believe you can never have enough great songs. So today we’re playing good Samaritans and telling you the tunes you need on your MP3 player. Every blogger will talk about the two tracks they think you must own.

Personally, I’m in a bit of a romantic mood at the moment, […]

By lkatulka -- 0 comments

March 3rd, 2008

My Top 10 Aussie Tunes For Your Listening Pleasure

Here in the music channel we’ve been talking about the songs we’re digging right now. Some of them are new, some of them aren’t, but these are the Aussie tunes that have really impressed me lately. I’ll do a roundup of the other blogs lists later on today, which should give you all plenty of […]

By lkatulka -- 1 comment

December 17th, 2007

My Fabulously Festive Office Party Guest List

It’s that time of year again, where working folks start winding down for the year and looking forward to their office Christmas parties.
Well, except for poor writers like me. Most of the time being a professional writer is a wonderful thing. Most days you’ll find me wearing my pyjamas. My office is just a short […]

By lkatulka -- 7 comments

November 22nd, 2007

Silverchair, Spoon, and More Join BDO Bill

Next year’s Big Day Out lineup was already bursting at the seams, but with the most recent announcement it’s bigger than ever.
Silverchair had a massive year in 2007, taking home five ARIAs and receiving worldwide acclaim for their fifth album Young Modern. They’re set to start 2008 with a bang appearing at Big Day Out […]

By lkatulka -- 0 comments

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 […]

By lkatulka -- 0 comments

September 29th, 2007

Aussie Musos Reveal Their Favourite Albums

The Adelaide Advertiser ran a fascinating article today where (mostly) Australian artist spoke about the albums they couldn’t get enough of.
It’s little surprise to know our own talented troubadour Ben Lee is a big Bob Dylan fan, or that Silverchair dumming whiz Ben Gillies took his cues from Led Zeppelin’s John Bonham.
But I was a […]

By lkatulka -- 4 comments

September 19th, 2007

Sneaky Sound System Tops ARIA Noms

Sneaky Sound System has showed they’ll be a force to be reckoned with at this year’s Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Awards. The dance outfit has led the nominations, with nods in six categories including best group, best dance album, and album of the year.
The John Butler Trio isn’t far behind with five nominations. Their […]

By lkatulka -- 0 comments

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 […]

By lkatulka -- 0 comments

September 8th, 2007

Happy Birthday Ivy League!

A killer roster and a great deal of heart have helped indie label Ivy League reach its tenth birthday. To celebrate the milestone the Sydney record company will release a very special compilation, Ten Years in the Trenches.
The album, which spans the label’s history, will feature tracks by some of the biggest artists including The […]

By lkatulka -- 1 comment

September 7th, 2007

No Man’s Woman | Aussie Blokes Get In Touch With Their Feminine Side

In 2001 indie goddess Tori Amos put a feminist twist on some iconic male tracks with her album Strange Little Girls. Now some Aussie lads have turned the concept on its head with their new album, No Man’s Woman.
This tribute to some of the world’s most influential female artists features tracks by Joni Mitchell, Blondie, […]

By lkatulka -- 0 comments

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