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30 Nov 2009 :
We know there can only be one winner (Megan Washington), but due to the success and high standard of the entrants two runner-up prizes have been awarded, each worth $3,500.
Congratulations go to Eskimo Joe (Kav Temperley, Joel Quartermain and Stu Macleod) for “Foreign Land”, and Caitlin Harnett for her song “Tying Hands and Holding Shoelaces”.
"It’s such a great honour to be recognised for our song writing efforts and to be associated with the names Vanda and Young is a real buzz," said Kav Temperley from Eskimo Joe.
“Just to know that one of my songs has, in some way or another, connected with someone, is the loveliest feeling in the world and to be recognised in this songwriting competition is a dream. I feel like I have caught the moon! Music, to me, is a very healing and therapeutic thing, so the fact that all the money is going to a charity that reflects this is very special. I am so happy and grateful to be acknowledged. Thank you,” said Sydney based singer-songwriter Caitlin.
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27 Nov 2009 :
Josh Pyke won his fourth ARIA at the ARIA awards in Sydney last night, taking out the award for 'Best Adult Contemporary Album' for his second full length album Chimney's Afire. Josh was able to beat off stiff competition from his peers Little Birdy, Paul Dempsey, Bob Evans & David Campbell. Josh will add this to his growing collection of ARIA awards, previously taking out 'Best Adult Contemporary Album', 'Best Producer' & 'Best Engineer' for his 2007 full length Memories & Dust.
Josh Pyke has had a bumper 18 months with the release of Chimney's Afire. The album largely themed on Josh's love for the water and deep family history with the ocean, debuted at #1 in Australian ARIA charts and went GOLD shortly after.
Congratulations Josh!
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23 Nov 2009 :
Congratulations to legendary artists The Drone for winning Independent Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for their fourth LP Havilah at last nights AIR Awards.
Mushroom is also thrilled to announce The Nation Blue's new album Rising Waters scored the award for Best Independent Hard Rock/Punk Album.
Over 500 judges from the music industry, music media and music retail sectors voted for this years awards. Winning is remarkable achievement for each of these artists. The quality of Australian independent music remains incredible and these artists are a testament to that fact. Well done!
Photo credit : Mess n Noise, Robert Carbone.
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17 Nov 2009 :
Nesian Mystik took out four of the eight awards the Maori Music Awards held on Saturday at the Hawkes Bay Opera House in Hastings. As Nesian Mystik were unable to attend the awards Awanui's dad accepted the four awards on behalf of the group. Nesian Mystik member Feleti Strickson-Pua said today: Thank you for working so hard to recognise our people...it is special and appreciated indeed.
The winning awards are as follows:
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Best Maori Pop Artist or Artists Award for Elevator Musiq (Bounce Records)
Best Maori Urban Artist or Artists Award for Elevator Musiq (Bounce Records)
Best Maori Song for Nesian 101 (Bounce Records)
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16 Nov 2009 :
Rhombus have forged a well-deserved reputation as one of New Zealand's most original and energetic live acts, and have developed a strong following among international audiences for their eclectic and energetic blend of hip-hop, soul, funk and roots-reggae.
Splicing their brew of pacific “dub n' bass” together with socially conscious lyrics, Rhombus have been spreading the word since 2002, touring on both local and international stages, including Australia and Japan. Their travels on the Japan-based global NGO Peace Boat have also taken them through the Caribbean and the Pacific, spreading the values of sustainability, co-operation and peace.
The Rhombus production trio consists of Thomas Voyce, Simon Rycroft and Koa Williams, who operate from their Wellington-based recording studio. Working along side an abundance of local lyricists and instrumentalists including Raashi Malik; Anton Carter; Lisa Tomlins; MC Mana and Imon Star, the group has created three studio albums, as well as a full-length remix album. Their third, self-titled studio album saw guest appearances by internationally renowned vocalists including original Studio One DJ and singer Ranking Joe, as well as conscious Jamaican lyricist Junior Kelly.
Their unique sound has put them at the top of the New Zealand music industry, having performed alongside the likes of St Germain (France); Fat Freddy's Drop (NZ); Salmonella Dub (NZ); Michael Franti (USA); Dry and Heavy (Japan); Trinity Roots (NZ); Gomez (UK); Kora (NZ); Shapeshifter (NZ); and Katchafire (NZ). They were also billed for New Zealand’s Big Day Out in 2003 and 2006, laying testament to their profile in the local music scene.
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13 Nov 2009 :
Congratulations to Sarah Humphreys, winner of the ABC Music Best Artist in the 2009 Newcastle Music Awards. Sarah also won the Pop category this year with her track Love Like You.
Sarah: "No words can describe how amazing it feels to be recognized like this by the ABC, by all of the judges and stand up in front of a room of singers, musicians and songwriters, family and friends and have a beautiful moment in the sun! I am truly grateful for that moment and all it will bring in the future for me, for my songs, and for my family. The future with ABC Music looks very bright!
Congratulations to all of the musicians who won awards and were nominated for awards! Congratulations to everyone who's doing what they love, for being brave and opening your hearts and honestly telling your stories.
I am so proud, grateful, emotional and feel a great sense of peace."
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06 Nov 2009 :
Mushroom Music has just signed acclaimed songwriter and charming gentleman Shane Nicholson. Nicholson has had a productive last few years with the release of his third solo record Familiar Ghosts which just scored an ARIA nomination for Best Country Album . This followed from his first No 1 album - the alt-country classic Rattlin’ Bones that was penned and performed with wife Kasey Chambers. Nicholson has recently exercised the role of producer, working with Mushroom Music artist Angie Hart on her majestic solo album Eat My Shadow. Mushroom eagerly waits to hear what this prolific artist is up to next.
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04 Nov 2009 :
Sandy Mill has a unique and glorious voice. Just ask the people she has worked with…
She started her career in Auckland with four piece, Avant Garde band Spacesuit with fellow band members Darryn Harkness, Ben Holmes and Gabriel White. Having recorded and toured their debut album the band needed to move on.
It was time for some funk; Sandy fronted The Roughness with Nick Atkinson, Sam Lockley, Tom Atkinson, Kingsley Melhuish and Nick Eagles.
In New Zealand, she has performed, written and recorded with a number of amazing artists including Pitch Black, Epsilon Blue, Juse, Subware, Dub Asylum, Cassette and Sean Donnelly of SJD, who she also plays live with. These are just a few of the alliances she has made in NZ.
Sandy Mill moves to London.
Sandy first came to the attention of the UK press in 2003 with the release of ‘Moving On’ through the renowned Chillifunk label.
She built an incredible reputation with some of the best producers in the UK and Europe as a strong collaborator, with a knack of coming up with strong hooks and top lines, as well as solid lyrical content, which has led to many 12” vinyl releases, dance music compilations and exposure in the club music scene.
In the UK and Europe Sandy had the pleasure of writing with Lofty and Dr Bob Jones AKA East West Connection, and Lofty’s project Notenshun where a number of their tunes have been released on Chillifunk records and then picked up by Irma records . Other collaborations include Dick Trevor of Green Ohm, Mathijs Duringhof of and Moto (Flying High Records-Utrecht) and USA producer legend Eric Kupper. While residing there she also Moody Allen, Scallymatic Orchestra managed to work with Fellow antipodeans Darryn Harkness of New Telepathics, and Paul Smith otherwise known as Smithmonger. As well as the fore mentioned collaborations, Sandy did session work with the likes of Boy George, Placebo, Basement Jaxx and producer extraordinaire Flood.
Presently Sandy Mill is writing toward a debut solo album which has been on the ‘to do list’ for some time, but as you can see, she has been too busy working on other peoples records. The time is right and she isn’t the only one excited about her forthcoming musical endeavours.
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23 Oct 2009 :
Aspiring musicians in regional areas throughout Australia have a fantastic opportunity to enter this year’s Telstra Road to Tamworth national country music search – via the new digital heat and separate songwriter’s category.
Ensuring that distance is no barrier to fulfilling your country music dreams, Telstra has introduced the new categories to allow regional performers and songwriters the option to submit their entries online.
The Telstra Road to Tamworth presents an exciting avenue to help emerging music artists take their country music career to the next level, with recording opportunities in Nashville on offer as the top prize.
Country music’s hottest female trio and Telstra Road to Tamworth Ambassadors, The McClymonts, said these new initiatives were a fantastic addition to the program.
“It’s really tough getting a start in the music industry, so opportunities like the digital heat help open up doors for emerging music artists,” said Mollie McClymont, a former Telstra Road to Tamworth Grand Finalist.
Aspiring songwriters have until 1 November to enter the songwriter category of the Telstra Road to Tamworth, while performers wishing to enter the digital heat have until midnight on Sunday, 15 November.
The winning digital heat performer and three best songwriters will receive a trip to Sydney to join thirteen other heat winners to compete in “Boot Camp”, the next stage of the competition.
Boot Camp is a series of music development workshops where contestants will gain valuable experience and advice from leading music industry professionals, as well as the opportunity to rehearse with a full band and perform at one of Sydney’s biggest sporting events – the Sydney Telstra 500 V8 Championships held at Sydney Olympic Park in December.
The top eight performers and two best songwriters will be chosen from Boot Camp to progress through to the Telstra Road to Tamworth Finals in January 2010.
For more information on how to enter the Telstra Road to Tamworth please visit www.telstra.com/beinvolved
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21 Oct 2009 :
Angie Hart reveals the first fruits of her sophomore album, by way of the first single, 'I'm Afraid of Fridays'. Written with Hunters and Collectors front man Mark Seymour, and produced by ARIA and APRA award winning producer Shane Nicholson, 'Fridays' is Angie's antidote to the trials and tribulations of all that the weekend may bring.
'I'm Afraid of Fridays' portends to the forthcoming album, full of skillfully written songs with Angie's much-imitated, never-bettered vocals as cornerstone to all the musical proceedings. The album contains collaborations with some of Australia's (and indeed international) finest writers and musicians like Ben Lee, Bonnie Prince Billy, Crayon Fields and The Drones.
Angie's new album is set to be released on the 23rd of October through ABC music, and she will be taking to the road to celebrate the release. Check her out at the following shows!
5 Nov 2009 8:00 P Troubadour - Angie Hart Brisbane, Queensland
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6 Nov 2009 8:00 P Raval - Angie Hart Sydney, New South Wales
7 Nov 2009 8:00 P Raval - Angie Hart Sydney, New South Wales
14 Nov 2009 8:00 P The Toff in Town - Angie Hart Melbourne, Victoria
20 Nov 2009 8:00 P The Jade Monkey - Angie Hart Adelaide, South Australia
26 Nov 2009 8:00 P Republic Bar - Angie Hart Hobart, Tasmania
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10 Oct 2009 :
Voom first formed back in the early 90’s. Buzz Moller and Mac MacCaskill noodled away making music in their basement for years before anyone heard a thing. ‘Relax’ was the first single released to student radio and it became a well-known b net hit. Second single ‘Beth’ soon followed suit. Danny Manetto joined the band on bass and they played many venues around New Zealand and released the highly acclaimed debut album ‘Now I Am Me’ in 1998. Voom shows grew larger and larger; a particular highlight was performing in support of Pulp at the North Shore Events Centre. Ever since the release of ‘Now I Am Me’ Voom fans have been popping up in the most unusual places!? Well finally those fans have got a whole bunch of new material to enjoy.
2005 / 2006 has been was an exciting an interesting time for the band. New music, new record deals and exciting offers from overseas saw the normally dreamy Voom world turned in to a buzzing hive of activity. The band has seen several lineup changes over the years but none as dramatic and successful as the most recent group. Buzz Moller and Nick Buckton have been joined by Murray Fisher and Mike Beehre formally of Goodshirt. With Goodshirt, one of New Zealand’s most success pop bands, no-longer functioning as a band Murray and Mike have joined Voom full time and the music has never sounded better!
The ‘hello, are you there?’ album is a collection of heart-warming love ballads and toe tapping pop gems. A truly unpretentious distinctly kiwi record full of insightful songs about love lost and found.
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01 Oct 2009 :
With the release of brand new single 'Gold Canary', melodic magicians Cloud Control are very pleased to announce a co-headline tour with friends Leader Cheetah.
The ‘East Coast Smackdown Tour' will see the two bands play shows throughout November and December, with Leader Cheetah hitting the road in support of the limited edition vinyl release of their debut album 'The Sunspot Letters'.
Following shows across the country and festival appearances in the UK and Australia throughout 2009, Cloud Control are keen to showcase new songs from their forthcoming debut album, due out on Ivy League Records in early 2010.
'Gold Canary' is the first new music from the band since their infectious single 'Death Cloud'. With tribal chants culminating in what can only be described as a dub-step hoedown, 'Gold Canary' presents a band fully in control of their unique vision, and highlights a love of exploration and change that all true artists possess.
The past year has seen Leader Cheetah play a host of festivals as well as tour with Dan Auerbach, Elbow and Liam Finn. The ‘East Coast Smackdown Tour' will see the Adelaide four-piece return the road for their last tour of the year before they head into hibernation to record the follow-up to 'The Sunspot Letters'. Before then though, they'll be releasing the acclaimed album on limited edition vinyl, which will include a bonus 7" with three unreleased album out-takes.
Both Cloud Control and Leader Cheetah have a reputation for amazing live shows, so get tickets lickety split when they're released on Tuesday October 6.
NOVEMBER
Fri 6 Nov - Jive, Adelaide SA (Licensed + All Ages)
Sat 7 Nov - Jive, Adelaide SA
Thu 19 Nov - The Harp, Wollongong NSW
Fri 20 Nov - Annandale Hotel, Sydney NSW
Sat 21 Nov - Annandale Hotel, Sydney NSW (ALL AGES SHOW 12-4pm)
Sat 21 Nov - Baroque Night Club, Katoomba NSW
Thu 26 Nov - Pelly Bar, Frankston VIC
Fri 27 Nov - East Brunswick Club, Melbourne VICDECEMBER
Thu 3 Dec - Troubadour, Brisbane QLD
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29 Sep 2009 :
You were right to expect big things!
In between dazzling the East Coast with his infectious live show, Sydney’s purveyor of shimmering pop melodies Adrian Deutsch has been busy working on his highly anticipated debut pop opus, Help You!
Released on October 9, Adrian’s debut album Help You! is a refreshingly pop-literate album, drawing on influences as diverse as Elvis Costello, Curtis Mayfield, Serge Gainsbourg and smatterings of Gershwin.
Co-produced by Adrian and Philadelphia Grand Jury’s Berkfinger (Sparkadia and Cloud Control), mixed by Adrian himself and mastered by Kevin Metcalfe (Rufus Wainwright, Pulp, Paul Weller) at the Soundmasters in London, Help You! showcases Adrian Deutsch’s unique blend of ethereal pop swagger infused with the best parts of classic 60’s and 70’s rock and soul.
We have already been treated to a glimpse of what we can expect from Help You! -Adrian’s captivatingly refined first single The Partisan was added to triple j and community radio, while his forthcoming single Help You will be digitally released on October 5 through iTunes.
To celebrate this definitive moment in his career to date, Adrian Deutsch will be heading out on the open road and performing his future pop classics from Help You! live in Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Canberra.
Don’t miss Adrian Deutsch when he delivers the finest moments from Help You! live at a venue near you.
See Adrian Deutsch launching Help You! live at...
ADELAIDE
Friday 30 October
Jive Bar
With Oh Mercy & Megan WashingtonMELBOURNE
Saturday 31 October
The Evelyn
With Canvas KitesBRISBANE
Saturday 7 November
X & Y BarSYDNEY
Thursday 12 November
Oxford Art Factory
With Canvas KitesCANBERRA
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Saturday 14 November
The Front Bar
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25 Sep 2009 :
Sydney-reared, UK based dream popsters Howling Bells will conclude another massive year with a national headline tour this December. Fresh from a slew of European festival dates, major North American and European tours with Coldplay and an imminent US tour with The Pixies, the Bells return to their homeland as an undeniably powerful and compelling live act.
These special shows will be their first club dates in support of the band’s ARIA Top 30 album Radio Wars and follow a slot on the local V Festival bill earlier this year.
Radio Wars has been released to rave reviews across the UK, Europe, Japan and more recently in North America via Nettwerk Records, and has already provided the radio hits ‘Into the Chaos’, ‘Treasure Hunt’ and ‘Digital Hearts’.
Keep your eyes and ears peeled for another sublime slice of the Bells timeless guitar pop at radio and TV shortly.
HOWLING BELLS EAST COAST TOUR - DECEMBER 2009
Thursday 3rd December - Barwon Club Hotel, Geelong VIC
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Friday 4th December - Corner Hotel, Richmond VIC
Friday 11th December - The Zoo, Brisbane QLD
Saturday 12th December - Neverland Bar, Gold Coast QLD
Sunday 13th December - Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay NSW
Thursday 17th December - ANU Union Bar, Canberra ACT
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18 Sep 2009 :
Mushroom is thrilled to announce musician Lawrence Arabia has been awarded the Apra Silver Scroll award for the best New Zealand song of the year for Apple Pie Bed.
Lawrence Arabia, real name James Milne, co-wrote the song with the Phoenix Foundation's Luke Buda.
The song was voted the winner by New Zealand songwriters and composers who make up Apra's membership.
Congratulations James!
For a full list of the awards visit: http://www.apra.co.nz/html/news_item.php?id=6903&newsCat=h
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