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MEGAN WASHINGTON ANNOUNCES AUSTRALIAN TANGENTS TOUR

Wednesday 9th September,Pier One @ Panthers, Port Macquarie Panthers. Tickets available through club reception
or call 6580 2300 or online www.oztix.com.au

Following a completely sold-out national headline tour in February this year, two-time ARIA Award winning songbird Megan Washington has now announced the Tangents Tour – an extensive run of dates throughout Australia in August and September.
Covering every national state and territory across 26 shows, the tour will see Megan perform a full string of stripped back, intimate appearances for the first time ever, with a particular focus on visiting her fans outside of Australia’s staple touring markets.
2014 saw Megan release her ARIA Top 5 album ‘There There’ to rave reviews from fans and critics alike, with accompanying international performances throughout Europe and the United Kingdom. Recorded with Sam Dixon (Sia, Adele), Stella Mozgawa (Warpaint) and Leo Abraham (Roxy Music), the record is punctuated by Megan’s trademark lyrical hooks and lush, new-romantic pop references.
In addition to the Tangents Tour, Washington will perform at
Full dates and ticketing information below
All tickets on-sale Wednesday 17 June 2015 from MEGANWASHINGTON.COM*

 

Wednesday 9th September
Pier One @ Panthers, Port Macquarie Panthers. Tickets available through club reception
or call 6580 2300 or online www.oztix.com.au

 

The Rubens

The Rubens head out on one of their biggest tours to date, when they hit the road for the Hoops National Tour to celebrate the 7th August release of their sophomore album of the same title.

Taking on 22 dates throughout September and October, The Rubens will be playing fans tunes from their new album Hoops along with some old favourites from their highly acclaimed, self-titled debut. This will be the first time the band have toured the country since their mammoth ‘Never Be The Same’ tour which saw them sell out three Forum Theatres and two Enmore Theatres.

With their new single ‘Hallelujah’ hitting airwaves across the nation, fans have been given a taste of what they can expect from Hoops.

Fans can be sure that all the new songs will translate seamlessly into the live setting, with front man Sam Margin stating: “We put more of a focus on how the songs would work in a live setting for this album. We wanted to write songs that would be fun for us to play live as well as fun for our audience to listen and move to.”

 The band can’t wait to unleash their new tracks live, so don’t miss your chance to see them on this run of shows. Tickets will be available for general public sale 9AM on Wed 17th June.

Melbournian 6-piece alt-rock-soul outfit Saskwatch and Central Coast folk rock duo Winterbourne will be joining the bill for most of the dates.

Hoops follows on from the band’s certified platinum, self-titled debut album, which landed at an impressive #3 on the ARIA Album Chart and saw the band win an APRA Award, Nominated for ‘Best Album’ at the j Awards and clocked up three ARIA Award nominations.

Don’t miss The Rubens when they hit your city on the Hoops national tour.

 

THE RUBENS

HOOPS NATIONAL TOUR

 Supported by triple j and Spotify

 Special Guests:

Saskwatch

Winterbourne

‘Hallelujah’ is out NOW May through Ivy League Records

Get it on iTunesHERE 

Hoops is out 7th August through Ivy League Records

Golden Ticket Pre-order – Ticket to intimate and exclusive show in Sydney & Melbourne with CD or Vinyl pre-order:

Sydney, 14th July: HERE

Melbourne, 15th July: HERE

 The Rubens’ pre-order: Limited edition Hoops t-shirt with CD or Vinyl pre-orderHERE

 iTunes pre-order – Instant download of ‘Hallelujah’: HERE

 JB Hi Fi pre-order – Instant download of ‘Hallelujah’ + signed CD + 180g vinyl album with digital album download

CD: HERE

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Thursday 29th October
Port Macquarie Panthers
. Tickets available through club reception
or call 6580 2300 or online www.oztix.com.au

Friday 30th October
Entrance Leagues Club. Tickets available through club reception
or call 4334 3233 or online www.oztix.com.au

Friday 6th November
Bar on the Hill, Newcastle University. Tickets available through reception
or call 4985 4322 or online www.oztix.com.au

Saturday 7th November
C.ex Coffs. Tickets available through club reception
or call 6652 3888 or online www.oztix.com.au

 

Gang Of Youths

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Initially formed as a hobby project in mid 2012 by 22 year old frontman David Leaupepe, it wasn’t long before fans and critics alike quickly recognised Gang Of Youths for reaching enviable milestones that few bands would expect from their year of infancy.

Comprised of long-time friends David Leaupepe, Joji Malani, Jung Kim and Max Dunn, the subsequent 2013 release of the critically acclaimed Evangelists, a track produced by Jack Moffit of The Preatures, saw Gang Of Youths receive substantial online support, rousing the interest of illustrious bloggers and critics alike – culminating in the band being featured in both NME magazine as well as Indie Shuffle before quickly gaining high rotation on Australian national tastemaker powerhouse triple j.

With an insurmountable desired end goal of euphonic perfection, the band approached Kevin McMahon of Marcata Recording to produce their debut. Accomplished and respected in his own right, McMahon gained the attention of the band following his production of an array of renowned records, including the entire Titus Andronicus discography, through to Real Estate’s latest, Frightened Rabbit and Swan’s epic The Seer.

The later part of 2013 saw the band touring the UK with Manchester Orchestra before returning to Australia to play sold out shows across the east coast, whilst simultaneously putting the final touches on their debut album, The Positions, mixed by internationally renowned Peter Katis (The National, Local Natives, Frightened Rabbit).

During the Australian summer the band went on to support both New York heavyweights Vampire Weekend and Scottish rockers Frightened Rabbit, following which Gang Of Youths were nominated for ‘Next Big Thing’ at the FBI Radio SMAC awards and were featured as ‘One to Watch in 2014’ for Spotify Australia and New Zealand.

Now, in 2015 after blowing away triple j audiences with their powerful ‘Like A version’ rendition of LCD Soundsystem’s ‘All My Friends’ and following an 18 month creative tour-de- force which saw the band reintroduce themselves to the world with singles ‘Poison Drum’ & ‘Radioface’, Gang Of Youths release their critically acclaimed debut album The Positions by storming the Australian ARIA charts with a #5 debut.

Described by Indie Shuffle as an album that “will no doubt see Gang Of Youths move from strength to strength over the coming months” and as an “an immersive journey, that will tear you apart as quickly as it will piece you back together.” by RIP IT UP, Gang Of Youths continue to impress critics and fans alike.

With a sold out national tour, top 5 debut on the ARIA charts, triple j feature album, FBi album of the week and glowing reviews from respected publications such as Rolling Stone, RIP IT UP, Tone Deaf, Neon Gold, The Music, FasterLouder & The Guardian (among numerous others), it looks to be that 2015 for Gang Of Youths will be one of biggest years experienced by an Australian artist in recent memory.

“Astonishing LP, a record so emotionally bruised and honest –
ROLLING STONE 41⁄2
“The Positions is magic to the ears and undoubtedly will rank as one of the years finest releases – Australian or otherwise” –
THE AU REVIEW 9/10
“Remarkable for a band so early in their career” –
FASTERLOUDER
“The positions confirms the band as one of Australia’s most exciting & talented acts” –
BEAT / BRAG / EXPRESS
“It’s filled with songs which will one day, no doubt, fill stadiums” –
MUSIC FEEDS

 

Thursday 13th August
Pier One @ Panthers, Port Macquarie Panthers Tickets available through club reception
or call 6580 2300 or online www.oztix.com.au

 

Xavier Rudd

Following straight on from their appearance at Splendour In The Grass this July, Xavier Rudd & The United Nations will tour Australia-wide throughout August, September and October to celebrate the release of Flag – the second single from their acclaimed debut album, Nanna.

Enthralling his devoted fans, Xavier Rudd kicked off 2015 by unveiling his long-awaited dream project; a full-blown dub record, backed by a eight-piece international all-star band. Supporting lead single Come People, Xavier Rudd & The United Nations embarked on a sold-out national tour in March that took them to packed theatres in every capital city, and ended with a triumphant homecoming in front of a capacity crowd at Byron Bay Bluesfest.

As the year has progressed, Xavier Rudd & The United Nations have become a global force. Nanna has received rave reviews, and The United Nations are consistently proving themselves to be one of the best live bands in the world. Spending April and May in North America, the band have been met with even more sold-out shows abroad, with New York, Toronto and Montreal all hitting capacity. Across the Atlantic, Xavier Rudd & The United Nations will spend June and July on a European tour, performing for fans in 16 cities across seven countries, before heading back to Australia for the Flag Tour. An incredible itinerary.

With 35 dates across all states (including performances at the Darwin Festival and Caloundra Music Festival) the Flag Tour is not just regional Australia’s first up-close introduction to Xavier Rudd & The United Nations, but also the largest regional tour Xavier has undertaken since his 2012 gold-selling masterpiece, Spirit Bird. For his first full band, and the most dynamic album of his career, it’s not surprising that Xavier Rudd wants to take The United Nations to every town in Australia.

“In a time when Australia is digging deep, marching together and standing strong for our threatened communities in the Northwest and simply the long awaited need for positive change for reconciliation in our country, I feel the spirit of this band is very important. This album, this tour, this family, The United Nations is an example energetically & spiritually of where we need to be as a nation. We will be touring regional places in Australia; some we’ve never been to, some we haven’t been for a long time, in order to deliver this message and celebrate the energy of one people with our fellow Australians. Its time to Boogie!”- Xavier Rudd

Described by Rolling Stone as a “beautiful celebration of a global sound”, Nanna is an amazingly uplifting listen. Mixed by the legendary Errol Brown, Flag is the perfect representation of this sound, and indeed the spirit within Xavier Rudd & The United Nations: it is a passionate call to unite, wrapped in pure Tuff Gong authenticity. The perfect song to take to the people.

Tickets on sale 9am on Thursday 21st May.

Friday 21st August 2015 – C.ex, Coffs Harbour, NSW
$55 + bf presale | $65 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm Tickets available through club reception or call (02) 6652 3888 or online www.cex.com.au.

Thursday 27th August, Club Forster, Forster, NSW
$55 + bf presale | $65 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm Tickets available through club reception or call (02) 6591 6591

 

Friday 21st August
C.ex, Coffs Harbour, NSW
$55 + bf presale | $65 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm|
Tickets available through club reception or call (02) 6652 3888 or online www.cex.com.au

Thursday 27th August, Club Forster, Forster, NSW
$55 + bf presale | $65 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm
Tickets available through club reception or call (02) 6591 6591 online www.clubforster.com.au

 

UB40 Austalian Tour Dates

The UK’s most successful reggae band, UB40, will land in Australia this November for a national tour, including a bunch of regional dates seeing the band play from the city skylines of Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne, all the way through to the beach side havens of Coffs Harbour, Newcastle, Cairns and The Gold Coast.

Naming themselves after the unemployment benefit form, UB40 formed in 1978, releasing their debut album ‘Signing Off’ in August 1980 – considered by many to be one of the greatest reggae albums ever released by a British band. It was the start of a career that has since seen the band have over forty UK Top 40 hit singles and achieve sales of over 100 million records, making UB40 one of the most successful British groups of all-time. The band’s latest Top 30 album ‘Getting Over The Storm’ was awarded BBC Radio 2’s ‘Album Of The Week’ accolade and received 5-star reviews from the UK’s music press on its release in September 2013.

With nearly four decades of success that has spanned over forty hit singles, international stadium tours, festival headline slots and the dramatic departure of long time lead singer Ali Campbell back in 2008. The the remaining founding members, and principle songwriters, joined by new lead vocalist Duncan Campbell, have moved forward flourishing as they go, and keeping the UB40 legacy alive and well.
UB40 are Robin Campbell (co-lead vocals and guitar), Duncan Campbell (lead vocals) Earl Falconer (bass, vocal), Brian Travers (sax and keyboards), Jimmy Brown (drums), Norman Hassan (percussion, vocals).

The band also feature, Martin Meredith (sax) and Lawrence Parry (trumpet), who have both been in UB40’s touring line-up for over twenty years, and Tony Mullins (keyboards).

 

Thursday 12th November – Brothers, Cairns Qld SOLD OUT!
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm
Tickets available from www.brotherscairns.com.au or phone (07) 4053 1053

Saturday 14th November  – The Tivoli, Brisbane Qld SOLD OUT!
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm
Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au

Sunday 15th November – Miami Marketta, Miami Qld SOLD OUT!
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 3:00pm
Tickets available from www.oztix.com.au

Tuesday 17th November – C.ex Coffs Harbour, Nsw
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 7:00pm
Tickets available through club reception or call (02) 6652 3888 or online www.cex.com.au and www.oztix.com.au

Wednesday 18th November – Civic Theatre Newcastle, Nsw
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm
Tickets available at the Civic Theatre Box Office or call (02) 4929 1977 any Ticketek outlet, or www.ticketek.com.au

Friday 20th November – Big Top Sydney, Sydney NSW SOLD OUT!
$69 + bf presale | $75   Door
Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au | www.oztix.com.au | www.bigtopsydney.com

Saturday 21st November – Waves Wollongong, NSW
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door
Tickets available from www.moshtix.com.au and www.oztix.com.au

Tuesday 24th November – The Forum, Melbourne Vic
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 7:30pm
Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au

Thursday 26th November – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide SA
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 7:00pm
Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au

Saturday 28th November – Metropolis, Fremantle WA SOLD OUT!
$69 + bf presale | $75 Door | Doors Open: 6:00pm
Tickets available from www.oztix.com.au

Exclusive Fan Presale
On Sale Wednesday 6th, 9am

Thursday 12th November
Brothers, Cairns Qld

Saturday 14th November
The Tivoli, Brisbane Qld

Sunday 15th November
Miami Marketta, Miami Qld

Tuesday 17th November
C.ex Coffs Harbour, Nsw

Wednesday 18th November
Civic Theatre Newcastle, Nsw

Friday 20th November
Big Top Sydney, Sydney NSW

Saturday 21st November
Waves Wollongong, NSW

Tuesday 24th November
The Forum, Melbourne Vic

Thursday 26th November
Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide SA

Saturday 28th November
Metropolis, Perth WA

DCUP

After getting signed to prominent Australian dance label Sweat It Out after just one demo record, DCUP worked to build a unique brand of addictive dance electronica, bursting with power synths and sugar coated hooks, DCUP has now become synonymous with the nu-disco tag. With 2010’s monumental success of ‘Me No Speak Americano’ ,DCUP and collaborators Yolanda Be Cool quickly took the club scene by storm. As the springboard for DCUP’s international career, the song garnered more than 50 million plays on YouTube, giving MacLennan an audience far wider than he thought possible.

Through all the success of his shimmering electronic euro funk, McLennan’s collaborating once more with Yolanda Be Cool on their latest release, ‘Sugar Man’. Reinvisioning the classic 1970’s tune by Rodriguez, ‘Sugar Man’ promises to be their most dynamic track yet.

With new music in the works for 2015, DCUP “would like to make music that makes people join hands.” The future for DCUP is bright, with many more tunes in the pipeline – the world is excited to see what’s going to come next.

For one night only DCUP rolls in to Beach House at Port Macquarie Saturday 13th June

soundcloud.com/dcup  |  twitter.com/DCUPmusic  |  facebook.com/dcupsounds 

For interviews and further info please contact: Phil Eades – 0400170770 – info@s4productions.com.au

THE BEACH HOUSE
SATURDAY 13TH JUNE, 2016

Tickets: $20 + BF presale | Door: $25 |
Doors: 8pm | Show: 9pm

Tickets available from www.oztix.com.au and the venue

 

Michael Franti

Bluesfest Touring and S4 Productions have teamed up to bring you two MASSIVE shows featuring the one and only, Michael Franti & Speahead.

Michael Franti will be embarking on a massive tour around his Bluesfest performance with his band Spearhead, Bluesfest Festival Director, Peter Noble says; “A Michael Franti & Spearhead concert is spiritual – it’s physical – it’s about life and loving life – it’s such a wonderful experience. We welcome Michael Franti & Spearhead back for an Australian tour for the second time in 2 years simply because – you can’t get enough of the best!”

“If there is one thing you do in this life: see Michael Franti!” Scenestr.
There are some great live artists in the world whose performances really stamp themselves on your memory and they

don’t get much more memorable than Michael Franti & Spearhead.

One of the most positive and conscious artists in music today, Michael Franti’s musical journey started with his Punk and Hip-Hop beginnings in his bands ‘Beatings’ and ‘The Disposable Heroes of HipHoprisy’ (who toured with U2 and Public Enemy). Although Franti’s sound has changed over time, he aims to make music that will stay relevant.

Singer, songwriter, guitarist and philanthropist, Franti knows all about the power of music, along with his band Spearhead they have earned a reputation for the communal spirit they create with their extraordinary live shows and festival performances over the years have been no exception.

The founder of the Do It For Love Foundation brings pleasure to many by gifting people who are living with advanced stages of life – threatening illnesses live concert and ‘meet & greet’ experiences… don’t miss another series of uplifting, soulful experiences courtesy of Michael Franti & Spearhead nationally in 2015!

For artist assets or interview requests contact: Sarah Yates sarah@bluesfest.com.au Find us on Facebook – Bluesfest Touring & S4 Productions

Twitter: @bluesfestouring #bluesfesttouring

 

Wednesday 8th April
Newcastle Panthers
Tickets available through club reception
or call 4926 6200 or online www.moshtix.com.au

Thursday 9th April
C.ex Coffs
Tickets available through club reception
or call 6652 3888 or online www.cex.com.au

 

ANGUS & JULIA STONE

Playing C.ex Coffs Sunday 15th February.

 Live Nation by arrangement with S4 Productions are pleased to announce ANGUS & JULIA STONE will return to Australia in February 2015, touring nationally in support of their latest release, the captivating self-titled third album, ‘Angus & Julia Stone’.

The Summer Tour 2015 follows their recent sold-out Australian album tour, and sees Angus & Julia Stone heading to capital cities and regional areas.

Tickets for Angus & Julia Stone’s C.ex show will go on sale at 10am Friday 23rd of January – Tickets available through club reception or call 6652 3888 or online www.cex.com.au

Captivating the world with their award-winning, triple-platinum, ARIA #1 album ‘Down The Way’ – led by the gentle anthem and triple j hottest 100 #1 song ‘Big Jet Plane’ – their latest album, produced by the legendary Rick Rubin, is quite simply the best record the siblings have ever made. Receiving much critical acclaim around the country and indeed around the world, the certified gold album debuted on the ARIA chart at #1, as well as hitting the top 4 in numerous European countries including the top spot in both France and Switzerland.

To coincide with the tour Angus & Julia Stone are releasing ‘Grizzly Bear’, the follow on from ‘Heart Beats Slow’ and ‘A Heartbreak’, and the third single to be lifted from the album.

Watch the brand new video for ‘Grizzly Bear’ HERE

Don’t miss your chance to catch Angus & Julia Stone, and special guests, touring Australia in February 2015

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Donavan Frankenreiter

Hawaii-based singer/guitarist/songwriter Donavon Frankenreiter will be undertaking a gigantic 17 date tour around his Bluesfest appearance.

An accomplished musician, surfer, and renowned for his iconic moustache and quick-witted humour, Frankenreiter’s tour will be focusing on the great surf towns of the country and regional Australia, anticipating a richer experience of people and place than the standard capital-city run that most international acts stick to.

The Australian Top 40 favourite will be performing material from his fifth full-length album Start Livin’ as well as old fan favourites. The follow-up to 2010’s popular ‘Glow’ is a selection of folk-infused songs that sweetly showcase Frankenreiter’s rich, honey-thick vocals and masterful guitar work. Start Livin’ bears all the intimacy of an impromptu back-porch performance and the tenderness of a treasured love letter, but also has a feel-good, up-tempo vibe throughout, including the title track that calls the listener to celebrate the moment.

We can’t think of a better guiding light for a live music experience and fans of his infectious, acoustic tunes will have plenty of opportunities to see him. This is sure to be one of the feel-good highlights of 2015 live music.

 

Cambridge, Newcastle NSW – FRI 27 MAR 2015
www.bigtix.com.au  and www.oztix.com.au


Beachcomber, Central Coast – SUN 29 MAR 2015
www.bigtix.com.au  and www.oztix.com.au

Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour – WED 1 APR 2015
www.offbeatoperations.com.au

Miami Tavern Shark Bar, Miami QLD – THU 2 APR 2015
www.moshtix.com.au


Wharf Tavern, Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast, QLD – SUN 5 APR 2015
www.moshtix.com.au

Harvey Road Tavern, Gladstone, QLD – MON 6 APR 2015
www.moshtix.com.au

Mangums, Airlie Beach, QLD – WED 8 APR 2015
www.moshtix.com.au


LIVE NATION & S4 PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

 

From The Jam

Bruce Foxton with From The Jam

“That’s Entertainment” Australian tour – March 2015

From The Jam, featuring former The Jam bassist Bruce Foxton and Russell Hastings, return to Australia in March 2015 for their ‘That’s Entertainment’ tour.  Tickets for the tour go on sale 9am from usual outlets on July 14.

The Jam exploded onto the punk scene in 1977 delivering their ferocious mission statement – debut single ‘In The City’. With a catalogue that includes 18 UK Top 40 singles The Jam became the sound of The British youth and one of the greatest and biggest selling bands in British history. In 2000, Q magazine placed The Jam’s third album ‘All Mod Cons’ at Number 50 in its list of the 100 Greatest British Albums Ever.

From The Jam have gained a reputation for the kind of incendiary ‘live’ performances that sealed the reputation of The Jam all those years ago. Audiences can expect to hear classic The Jam hits such as Down In The Tube Station At Midnight, Going Underground, Town Called Malice and The Modern World as well as some live favourites and songs from Bruce’s solo career.

Bruce Foxton’s new album, ‘Back In The Room’ is out now with special guests Paul Weller & Steve Cropper.

“There may never be a Jam reunion but it’s reassuring to see someone as talented and passionate as Bruce Foxton being able to take these wonderful old songs out on the road and communicate so successfully with this Modern World” – LouderThanWar

AUSTRALIAN TOUR MARCH 2015 | TICKETS ON SALE 9AM JULY 14

Thursday 5th March 2015 | CAPITOL, PERTH

Ticket price: $40.00 + BF pre / $50.00 door

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE or call 1300 762 545 or All Oztix Outlets

Friday 6th March 2015 | PRINCE BANDROOM, MELBOURNE

$40 + BF presale & $50 door

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE or call 1300 762 545

Saturday 7th March 2015 | THE FACTORY, SYDNEY

$40 + BF presale & $50 door

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Sunday 8th March 2015 | THE DEPOT ON BEAUMONT, NEWCASTLE  (Acoustic Show)

$40 + BF presale & $45 door.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Thursday 12th March 2015 | PORT MACQUARIE PANTHERS

$40 members & $45 non members

Tickets available from club reception or call 6580 2300

Friday 13th March 2015 | TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS

35 + BF presale & $45 door

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE or call 1800 014 014

Saturday 14th March 2015 | NEW GLOBE THEATRE, BRISBANE, QLD

$40 + BF presale & $45 door

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE or call 1300 762 344