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Saturday 4th September 2010 My Fiction do BIGSOUND this week... The annual BIGSOUND circus is set to hit Brisbane this week, and SR lads My Fiction will be one of the many bands hitting the stage for this very special event. The band play The Zoo on Wednesday night (Sept 8) at 9.45 sharp!
For line-up and ticketing details visit www.bigsound.org.au . With more tour dates to be announced soon, keep up with the band at www.myspace.com/myfictionband . FIREROMANCEFIRE is available online everywhere now through SUGARRUSH Records. Or, if you are feeling old-school, you can order your copy here - just click the 'SHOP' tab above. Wednesday 11th August 2010 My Fiction take out Q Song People’s Choice Award Just a month after the release of their brilliant new album FIREROMANCEFIRE Brisbane’s My Fiction continue to win over fans and industry alike. The band last night took out the public-voted Courier-Mail People’s Choice Award at the annual Q Song Awards – the state’s biggest annual songwriting awards – for current single ‘Every June’. Get the full run down here. The award comes as momentum continues to build around the track with ‘Every June’ this week’s most ordered track at community radio through the national AMRAP/AirIT service. Full details here. Having just completed a triumphant run of dates along the east coast – including a sell out show at Brisbane’s The Zoo – the band has also been added to the huge BIGSOUND Live line-up. The largest annual music event of its type in the country, BIGSOUND will see the band perform alongside 60 of the hottest artists from across the country. For line-up and ticketing details visit www.bigsound.org.au . With more tour dates to be announced soon, keep up with the band at www.myspace.com/myfictionband . FIREROMANCEFIRE is available online everywhere now through SUGARRUSH Records. Sunday 27th June 2010 Tour dates and 'Every June' clip from My Fiction With their new single ‘Every June’ already making an impact at radio, Brisbane four piece My Fiction are set to hit the road to launch their debut album FIREROMANCEFIRE along the east coast. The tour announcement comes as ‘Every June’ continues to win fans thanks to rotation on Triple J - with the band also set to unveil the powerful new clip for the track.
Out in July through SUGARRUSH Records, the album will be officially launched in their hometown on Friday, July 16 before shows around Queensland, Sydney and Melbourne throughout July and August. MY FICTION TOUR DATES
FRI JULY 16 - QLD - BRISBANE, THE ZOO w/ Numbers Radio, The Belligerent & The Judy Dolls My Fiction’s take on danceable indie rock has been wonderfully realised on the record. Produced by ARIA winning Magoo, FIREROMANCEFIRE packs a serious punch and builds on the strength of the band’s previous releases – the “Your Tokyo” EP and double a-side “Tonight Tonight/The Loop”. Their sound? It’s indie rock without the baggage. My Fiction know what makes people move, and how to connect. The big guitars, bigger melodies and powerful bottom end all combine to make something immediate, but with depth. Live, My Fiction is just something else with the band fast earning a ‘don’t miss’ reputation with anyone that’s caught a gig. The floor is packed with bouncing bodies as My Fiction hit song after song with such dexterity and perfection that I’m finding it hard to believe that these guys aren’t where Faker is in the Australian music world… It’s an astonishing performance, even bettered when ‘Grey City’ brings the house down during the encore… the night of musical wonder isn’t just good, it’s ten times good.” Rave Magazine Find My Fiction at www.myspace.com/myfictionband Tuesday 1st June 2010 My Fiction launch debut album FIREROMANCEFIRE  It’s been some time coming, but powerhouse Brisbane four piece My Fiction are set to release their debut album FIREROMANCEFIRE. Out in July through SUGARRUSH, the album will be officially launched on Friday, July 16 at Brisbane venue, The Zoo – presented by 4ZZZFM. The band will be supported by Numbers Radio and The Belligerents – with a special appearance from burlesque dancers The Judy Dolls. My Fiction’s take on danceable indie rock has been wonderfully realised on the record. Produced by ARIA winning Magoo, FIREROMANCEFIRE packs a serious punch and builds on the strength of the band’s previous releases – the “Your Tokyo” EP and double a-side “Tonight Tonight/The Loop”. The first taste from the album – the single Every June (at radio this week) – is a clear example of how far the band has come. Not just a superbly crafted slice of indie rock, it actually means something. The track is already gaining attention with Richard Kingsmill featuring it on Triple J’s 2010, adding “…they’re one to keep an eye on”. Speaking about the track, the band’s Eric Robinson says: “Every June” was born out of a very sad time in my life – these lyrics paint the chaos of my life in the weeks following my mother’s death. It is a literal snapshot of me trying to get my bearings, attempting to piece together my mother’s wisdom and instructions she had given me among all the desperation and sadness I was dealing with.” My Fiction also recently released an exclusive free download of album track Gravel Rash and Football Stars, which is already generating a buzz around the album online. LAUNCH TICKET SPECIAL Over the past year, the band has built an enviable local following. And they will be rewarding their fans with a special launch ticket bundle. For just $20 (pre-sold), fans will secure entry to the Brisbane launch, and a copy of the new album. Tickets go on sale June 7 through www.thezoo.com.au The Brisbane album launch will be backed up by a run of dates interstate, to be announced soon. Find My Fiction at www.myspace.com/myfictionband Thursday 1st April 2010 Jackie Marshall - 'Ladies' Luck' out now!  “A swirling, crunching, ebbing and flowing storm of rock ‘n’ roll nirvana…Climb on board or get the hell out of the way.” Rhythms “That rare thing: an Aussie original” Weekend Australian “Holy crap! Jackie has one of the most incredible voices of all time. Sounds like she draws it through her feet from deep within the earth and lets it rip like a volcano spewing passionate chunks of wisdom and poetry!” Mijo The Great (Triple J Unearthed) Hitchhiking adventure girl, Jackie Marshall, unleashes her explosive new album Ladies’ Luck – a blazing ‘Janis Joplin meets Dolly Parton’ affair, that rocks its huge heart out – just like the gal herself (as anyone who has seen Jackie’s brilliant live shows will testify). Ladies’ Luck chronicles Jackie’s real-life adventures and tall tales since the release of her critically acclaimed – and AMP shortlisted – 2006 debut Fight n Flight. Where Fight n Flight was a stripped down, acoustic gem (featuring Jackie’s masterful guitar playing), Ladies’ Luck reflects her need to make some noise “because these sounds have been doing blockies around my skull for a decade and I needed to get them out!” says Jackie. And what beautiful noise! Featuring the powerhouse Black Alles Band, a fluid collection of kick-ass musicians who play what Jackie describes as ‘alt-deco rock’, combining dirty 60s rock’n’roll like The Stones and Grateful Dead with her beloved 90s Indie rock. Epic and masterful production from Ben Tolliday delivers an album that deserves to be played loud. There’s pop perfection in title track ‘Ladies’ Luck’ (inspired by a drinking session with fellow AMP nominee Lucie Thorne), full-throttle rock in first single ‘Too, Somebody’ and ‘Ugly Man’ (My grandma said to choose the ugly man/ He’d love me better than you can), country love in ‘Headn South’ (He didn’t like her flaming hair/She didn’t like his blatant stare/They got it on right then and there), the devil in ‘DeeDees Wife’ and one of rock’s most evocative break-up songs in album closer ‘I Should’ve Drunk More’. Ladies’ Luck is an album of passion and extremes, as tough as it is tender and the perfect vehicle for Marshall’s honey husky ‘lived-in’ voice and her exceptional gift as a razor-tongued raconteur with an ear for a beautiful melody. Jackie Marshall rocks! Ladies Luck is here to prove it. The album is available in Australian stores through Vitamin from April 19 and online through SUGARRUSH.
AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES … more gigs to be announced In the meantime, check out the gorgeous new clip for 'Ladies' Luck' Keep tabs on Jackie at: Tuesday 9th March 2010 SUGARRUSH co-presents Murder Ballads: Chapter Two...  If there’s one thing that’s fascinated songwriters for centuries, it’s the darker side of life. Ever since artists started penning their own tunes, dark tales of death, crime and retribution have provided some of music’s most powerful, painful and passionate moments. From those early folk balladeers to Johnny Cash and Nick Cave, we just can’t get enough of these eerily intoxicating tales, better known as ‘murder ballads’. And that deliciously dark tradition will be celebrated once again this April when some of Brisbane’s finest artists come together over two very special nights for Murder Ballads Chapter Two. To be staged at Brisbane's Judith Wright Centre, the event follows on from last year's sell out Murder Ballads: Chapter One. Each act will perform a selection of their favourite murder ballads from past and present, alongside their own original songs inspired by the dark side. Murder Ballads is custom-made for lovers of the dark side in all of us. Lineups:
Friday 23 April
Saturday 24 April Tickets available online here Each night will begin at 6pm with an acoustic performance in the JWC Shopfront area, where an exhibition of murderous artworks will be held, along with finger food (not real fingers). The main shows commence in the main theatre at 7.30pm.
Monday 18th January 2010 Kristy Apps launches new single and clip in Brisbane
One of Brisbane's most powerful performers - Kristy Apps - will launch her new single and film clip with a very special show in her home town this Valentine's Day, February 14, at The Troubadour. 'Pour Me Out' is the title track from Kristy new album and it's release comes amid a solid touring schedule and an impressive collection of reviews for the album. This will be Kristy's last major Brisbane show before she hits the road once again for a run of dates in Sydney and Melbourne later this month. Tour dates so far:
20/02/2010: Outskirts @ The Roxbury
23/02/2010: Play Like a Girl @ The Glasshouse Collingwood
26/02/2010: The Bender Bar with Emma Wall
28/02/2010: The Wesley Anne with Sally Dastey and Emma Wall Praise for Pour Me Out the album: “On this impressive effort, Apps has found a way to bridge the more intimate and the bolder sides of her songs, and she sounds the better for it.” Album Of The Week – Four Stars. Bill Holdsworth, Rave Magazine “Kristy pours out her heart and soul to create this excellent acoustic rock album. Power vocals combined with great rock build-ups add to the impact. Nice one." Donna Penry, LOTL “... in terms of quality...she really delivers. What struck us most about this album were the vocals. This young lady has a voice that is as good as or better than most classic pop and rock artists. Mature, thoughtful, pensive, smart tunes abound on this impressive album." Babysue The new single, and Kristy's brilliant new album, are available to download everywhere through SUGARRUSH. Joining Kristy at the Troubadour launch will be locals Lucy Star Satellite, hard touring duo The Lucky Wonders and Sydney's mcArtney who will also be launching his new single 'Less Games, More Love' on the night. For more Kristy updates head to www.myspace.com/kristyapps . Full venue and ticketing details for the Brisbane launch at www.thetroubadour.com.au. Monday 9th November 2009 VALE Jerry Fuchs... The SUGARRUSH crew have been devastated by news of the tragic death of Maserati drummer Jerry Fuchs over the weekend. Anyone who saw or heard Jerry play would realise what a remarkable talent he really was - and a truly wonderful person to know. All our thoughts and best wishes go to his Jerry's nearest and the extended Maserati family. A tribute to Jerry has been posted on Chunklet here. And on their website, Maserati said: "November 8, 2009 : A very sad day for us. Below is an interview we did with our buddy Joe Walker just a few weeks back. Anyone who knew Jerry would be hard pressed to find a more talented, funnier, more awesome dude than him. Truly an incredible person. We miss you so much, Jer."
Sunday 6th September 2009 New single from Kate Bradley and The Goodbye Horses out now!  The SUGARRUSH camp is more than a touch excited to announce the new single from Kate Bradley and The Goodbye Horses is out now. Some Storms Have Names is the first cut from Kate’s forthcoming album, due for release in March 2010. The track was produced by acclaimed Brisbane studio maestro Magoo. “I wrote the song just after I found out about my dad’s illness,” Kate explains. “I felt confronted by just about everything. The little things became huge things too. The song is about letting go of control, which is, in a way, letting go of fear before it consumes you.” The track is out now worldwide through SUGARRUSH and available online through your favourite e-tailer. After her slot at this week’s BIG SOUND Showcase in Brisbane, Kate will be launching the single with a run of shows both in her home town, and down south. To keep an eye on what the band's up to, head here
Thursday 3rd September 2009 BIG SOUND Bonanza The annual BIG SOUND circus has rolled into Brisbane once again, and some of our SUGARRUGH lovelies will be there in the thick of it. Showcasing at the music business event this year will be:
Kate Bradley and The Goodbye Horses
Edward Guglielmino
My Fiction For a full rundown on the complete showcase line-up, tickets, and more, head to www.bigsound.org.au
Saturday 25th July 2009 Kristy Apps launches Pour Me Out nationally  Over the last 10 years Kristy Apps has carved her own niche into both the Brisbane and the wider national singer / songwriter scene. Having worked with everyone from Deborah Conway to Pete Murray, 2009 ARIA nominated Producer Anthony Lycenko to Canada’s Ember Swift, Kristy’s energetic and infectious performances, combined with her powerful songwriting ability have won her numerous accolades. Kristy is now proud to announce her brand new album Pour Me Out which will be released nationally Saturday August 1. Kristy will be launching Pour Me Out in her hometown of Brisbane at The Zoo, Saturday August 1. National Pour Me Out Tour dates are below. In recent news – ‘Be Patient’, another track from the album has just been announced as making the final 10 for the folk song category in the Q Song competition. Kristy has previously released two albums, toured Australia extensively and also played numerous USA folk festivals including The Susquehanna Music and Arts Festival where she graced the stage with SONiA and Caroline Aiken. Deliberately coloured outside of the lines, her blend of rock, folk and country has seen her showcase at the Philadelphia Entertainment Centre, tread the boards of Atlanta’s infamous Eddies Attic, play encore performances at Australia’s Woodford Folk Festival, OUTSKIRTS in Sydney, dazzle audiences at both the Brisbane and Sydney Pride Festivals and make a special appearance at ‘In The Pink’ Cabaret, in premier Brisbane venue the Judith Wright Centre. She was also a recent recipient of Brisbane’s esteemed ‘Virginia Woolf Award’ for her contribution to the Arts scene. 2009 kicked off with a bang that saw Kristy playing shows in Sydney and Melbourne whilst simultaneously dividing time between recording her new album, the forthcoming Pour Me Out at 301 and Rocking Horse Studios in Byron Bay. ARIA nominated producer Anthony Lycenko worked closely with Kristy on the album, developing new sounds for her music highlighting the depth of her vocal talent and songwriting whilst staying true to her roots. To launch the album, Kristy is embarking on an East Coast Tour playing: Saturday August 1 @ The Zoo, Brisbane - with Jackie Marshall and Lucy Star Satellite. $15 at the door | 8 pm Tuesday August 11 @ The Rails, Byron Bay - Free Entry | 8 pm Sunday August 30 @ Lass O Gowrie, Newcastle - with Maxine Kauter. Free Entry | 8 pm Wednesday September 2 @ The Sandringham Hotel, Sydney - with Maxine Kauter and Hollie Mathew. $5 Entry | 8 pm Thursday September 3 @ The Oxford Tavern, Wollongong - with Maxine Kauter. Free Entry | 8 pm Saturday September 5 @ The Phoenix Bar, Canberra - with Maxine Kauter. $10 Entry | 8 pm Saturday September 26 @ Bar 303, Melbourne - with Emma Wall. $10 Entry | 8 pm Kristy’s music is distributed digitally worldwide through SUGARRUSH. For more Kristy updates head to www.myspace.com/kristyapps .
Thursday 25th June 2009 Liam Griffin back on stage 
After an extended break from live performances, Liam Griffin is jumping back in the saddle for what he does best, a run of solo shows around South East Queensland. The tour will include performances on the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, and Brisbane’s Troubadour on Sunday July 12. Liam may have been an absent addition to the local gig guides for some time now, but that’s not to say he hasn’t kept busy. With writing and recording new songs for his next release, and travelling through the UK and Europe, it’s very exciting to hear that he’s making the time to get back onstage once again. During this tour, Liam will also be giving audiences the opportunity to pre-purchase his forthcoming debut album. For a full run down – and the complete list of shows – head to www.myspace.com/liamgriffin
Monday 22nd June 2009 My Fiction release new double a-side  Brisbane band on the rise My Fiction are set to take the wraps off their thumping new double a-side single ‘Tonight Tonight/The Loop’. With ARIA winning producer Magoo at the desk, the release is My Fiction’s most powerful yet and caps off a huge 12 months for the band that has seen them land two songs in the Triple Zed Hot 100, tour extensively, and score airplay across Australia and abroad. The new single will be available online everywhere soon through SUGARRUSH with a new clip for lead track ‘Tonight Tonight’ hitting airwaves shortly. And the band will take a break from the studio – where they’re currently recording their debut album with Magoo – to launch the single in Brisbane. This very special show will be staged on Friday, June 26 at the next Fans! club night at Fortitude Valley venue Alhambra Lounge. Find the full launch details now at www.myspace.com/myfictionband. Monday 22nd June 2009 Kristy Apps’s new album Pour Me Out coming soon  Acclaimed Brisbane singer-songwriter Kristy Apps is set to release her long-awaited new solo album Pour Me Out through SUGARRUSH. Recorded in Byron Bay with ARIA winning producer Anthony Lycenko, the record cements Kristy’s spot as one of the finest talents you’ll hear anywhere. The album will be launched in Brisbane at The Zoo on Saturday, August 1 with a swag of interstate shows to be announced soon. For a sneak preview of the album and more launch details, head to www.myspace.com/kristyapps . Sunday 21st June 2009 Tylea joins SUGARRUSH  We are more than a little chuffed to announce that one of Australia’s finest artists Tylea will be releasing some of her music online for the first time through SUGARRUSH. From her time in groundbreaking Brisbane band Gota Cola, through to her more recent solo work. Tylea’s music has a way of reaching into the souls of the people who experience it. Sometimes deeply moody, at other times quirky and fun, her ability to move people through her honest lyrics leaves a lasting impact. First cab off the rank will be her 2002 Tylea and The Imaginary Music Score EP with her stunning Colour Your Insecurities double album release following soon after. Stay tuned for more release details soon. In the mean time, visit www.myspace.com/tyleaandtheimaginarymusicscore . Saturday 20th June 2009 New Brindle single coming...at last!  It’s been a long time coming, but Brindle is set to release a brand new digital single – ‘Splinterfights’. To be released with bonus track ‘Nice Try’ the track is a taster of the band’s sophomore album which is (finally!) expected to see the light of day later this year. The track has already been picking up college radio play in the USA and Canada and the band will be making a long-awaited return to the live scene in the coming months. Find out what they’ve been up to at www.myspace.com/brindletheband. Saturday 20th June 2009 Jackie Marshall hits the road around Australia  Fresh from a long stint spellbinding European audiences, Jackie Marshall heads home to Australian shores for a tour throughout South East Queensland and regional NSW with Lucie Thorne. Jackie’s stunning (and that doesn’t even come close) new album will be out late 2009 – stay tuned for all the details. In the meantime catch Jackie before she heads back for the European festival circuit in July. Check out the full run of shows at www.myspace.com/jackiemarshall. Sunday 10th May 2009 Flamingo Crash fire up The Tote  After being locked away in a North Melbourne warehouse studio writing for their follow up to last years debut album Triangle Island Flamingo Crash are pleased to announce a Wednesday night Residency at The Tote during June. Local and interstate acts will be joining them each week along with very guest DJ’s to help warm those wintery Melbourne hearts and hips. With first single ‘It’s Mystery Music’ still receiving rotation on Triple J the band are looking forward to hitting the live scene again with their unique take on synth punk and magic underground pop showcasing brand new tracks from their forthcoming album. Come and catch them before they head into the studio to record Wednesday the 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th of June. Find out more on Flamingo Crash’s SUGARRUSH website artist page or www.myspace.com/flamingocrash
Flamingo Crash - Sister Sister from Jaymis on Vimeo. Monday 27th April 2009 Edward Guglielmino releases ‘Late At Night’  Brisbane avant-garde battle-cat Edward Guglielmino has been working his threadbare muso pants off in recent months, self distributing releases to one fan at a time, clashing with corporate giants over logo designs, and squeezing every last beer from riders all over Australia. With the hard yards notched up, phase two of Ed G’s plan for world domination kicks in this May, with a world release of his latest offering, Late At Night. Released physically in Australia through MGM, with worldwide downloads available via SUGARRUSH, Ed’s unique brand of jangly abstract-rock will be given a chance to win over the masses, after capturing a sizeable online audience including an über-contingent of Germans. Described as a ‘triumphant debut album’ by critics, Late At Night drags the listener along on a ragged journey which is at once raw with sentiment yet defiantly cohesive. Lead single ‘Rhythm Of Life’ brings a steady backbeat to a release laden with late night overtones, conjuring the image of a wine glass strewn keyboard in the wee hours providing company for Ed’s crooning. ‘Lion In Your Bed‘ provides an anguished ultimatum between wallowing in a guitar riff tuned to heartbreak or indulging in humorous word play imagery. And although self-depreciating ode to dysfunction ‘Fail With Me’ may forebode future failure, fail is something Edward Guglielmino is simply not programmed to do. Stay up Late At Night with Edward Guglielmino from May 8th; the part of every music fan that empathises with the struggling-artist-gets-a-break concept demands it. www.myspace.com/edwardguglielmino
Tuesday 31st March 2009 Tara Simmons releases 'Spilt Milk'  She’s long been one of Australia’s most exciting new artists, and now we’re proud to announce that Tara Simmons’ debut longplayer Spilt Milk is available to download everywhere through SUGARRUSH. The album, described as ‘intricate yet organic’, once again features Tara’s trademark mix of heartfelt folk and sample based electronica, though explores both elements to their independent extremes this time around. Packed with highlights from the opener ‘We Are’, it is evident that each note of Spilt Milk has been crafted to form exactly what was envisioned. No time or superflous instrumentation is wasted in letting Tara’s pop intuition roam with the boppy radio favourite ‘When You Say That I Don’t Care About You‘, the fragmented ‘Everything But The Kitchen Sink’ and the whimsical ‘Long After The Boy‘. With only Rhodes as accompaniment on the beautifully fragile ‘Meet In The Middle‘, experimental closing track ‘The Worst Of It‘ provides a sweet contradition as dozens of Taras are heard to blend endless layers of vocal samples together. ‘…sublime is the word’ Rave Magazine Album of the Week ‘An exceptionally strong debut and an easy early contender for Brisbane release of the year – but it’s definitely just the beginning of what one hopes will be a long and impressive career.’ Time Off Magazine Album of the Week
Find out more at www.myspace.com/tarasimmonsmusic. National tour announced! To mark the album’s release, Tara is set to hit the road for massive Australian tour. Dubbed the United Tour, she will join a small army of artists for what look set to be some truly special shows. Also on the tour will be: Edward Guglielmino (QLD), mcArtney (NSW), Coby Grant (VIC) and Simon Kelly (WA). It all kicks off in Adelaide on April 23 and wraps up one month and 20 shows later in Newcastle. For the full run down on dates, make friends with www.myspace.com/unitedtour.
Sunday 25th January 2009 Triangle Island goes global 
There’s no doubt that Flamingo Crash’s debut album Triangle Island was one of the best Australian releases this past year. And now the world is about to find out with the album soon available for download around the world through SUGARRUSH. "Just when you thought Australia was the kind of country that only produced weary rock throwbacks, and the future of all intelligent music was doomed to emerging exclusively from the British Isles, out of nowhere comes Flamingo Crash.” The Brag So no matter what hemisphere you live in, keep an eye on your favourite e-Tailer. The band is also back on the road for a run of Australian shows – check out Flamingo Crash’s SUGARRUSH website artist page or www.myspace.com/flamingocrash for more. Thursday 8th January 2009 The Deeper The Sand – out now through SUGARRUSH  We’re suitably stoked to announce that The Deeper The Sand, the brilliant debut album from Kate Bradley and The Goodbye Horses, is now available online everywhere through SUGARRUSH. One of Brisbane’s most exciting new talents, Kate is fast earning a reputation among the country’s finest songwriters with record earning widespread critical praise. "While the music is passionate and direct, the lyrics are subtle, mysterious, and that contrast all adds to the pleasures of discovering one of the best new artists to emerge in Australia of late." The Courier-Mail "Bradley holds a steady course and explores her taste for atmospheric guitar friction..." Sydney Morning Herald The album’s worldwide digital release comes as Kate and the band ready themselves to hit the road on the national Big Day Out Festival tour, playing every show from the Gold Coast to Perth. They earned the spot on the country’s biggest festival event after taking out the national Tooheys uncharTED music competition – head to www.uncharted.com.au for music, video exclusives, and much more. To find out when Kate is playing at a BDO near you, visit www.bigdayout.com. Kate’s debut solo EP Don’t You Choose Me is also onsale online through SUGARRUSH now. Physical copies of the new album will also be available for sale through the SUGARRUSH store. For more on Kate, head to her profile page in the “Artists” section of this site.
Wednesday 7th January 2009 Kristy Apps launches into 2009 The New Year is just getting started and already Kristy Apps is busy as ever. Right now she’s holed up with ARIA winning producer Anthony Lycenko as the pair continue work on her new record Pour Me Out which should be out by April. The album marks a turning point for Kristy as she explores some new sounds. “The feeling and energy will definitely be there, mostly new songs but also a couple that I have been playing at gigs and have never recorded. Being half way through the recording I’m watching it grow in front of my eyes…it’s very exciting,” Kristy explains. If you’re keen to check out the new songs, make sure you catch Kristy at one of her upcoming shows around Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. To keep tabs on what she’s up to, head to www.myspace.com/kristyapps .
Friday 2nd January 2009 My Fiction score in 4ZZZFM Hot 100 My Fiction capped off 2008 in style with their song 'Your Tokyo' taking out the #6 spot in Triple Zed's annual Hot 100 poll. To read the radio station's complete list of the best songs from 2008, click here. Friday 24th October 2008 Get festive with us! Well, the Festive Season is all but on us, and it just wouldn't be right at all if we didn't get into the spirit. So, on Friday, November 28 we will be hosting the first annual SUGARRUSH Christmas Spectacular at Brisbane venue The Globe Fortitude Valley. Already confirmed to play are: Bowser, The Black Stars, Tara Simmons, Brindle, Jackie Marshall, Kristy Apps and Shoot the Piano Player - the new project for Eva and Christian from The Tonights. We'll also be treated to a special guest appearance by The Legend! Pre-sold tickets are just $15 and onsale now at www.oztix.com.au. And the first 50 people through the door will also pick up a free SUGARRUSH Sampler. Stay tuned for more updates soon!
Thursday 2nd October 2008 Flamingo Crash in the NME You don’t need to tell us what a remarkable band Flamingo Crash is. And it seems lots of people outside this wide brown land are starting to take notice – take UK rock Bible the NME for example. In a special feature on Brisbane’s best bands, legendary rock writer Everett True named the band among the finest the city has produced of late. Here’s what he had to say:
FLAMINGO CRASH Find out what he’s talking about on Flamingo Crash’s SUGARRUSH website artist page. or www.myspace.com/flamingocrash
Wednesday 17th September 2008 My Fiction join the SUGARRUSH family We're rather chuffed to announce that in the coming weeks, the debut EP from Brisbane's My Fiction will be available for download globally through SUGARRUSH. In the band's own words, My Fiction's music is "...urgent and edgy, but also adventurous, warm and open. The lyrical content is drawn from many places, spanning the busy streets of Tokyo, the grey city skyline of Warsaw and the local seaside at Sandgate. Delving into My Fiction’s world – their music speaks of dark and mischievous romance, heartbreak, missing the last train home and taking your BMX for a joyride in the suburbs." The Your Tokyo EP was produced by local luminary Jeff Lovejoy and is also available at any one of the band's many upcoming shows. To find out more, head to My Fiction's profile page on this site. And while you're at it, check out the fantastic new clip for the track "Go".
Monday 1st September 2008 BIG SOUND Fever Well Brisbane is about to get overrun by the madness that is the annual BIG SOUND Music Industry Conference...three days of boozin', schmoozin' and general mischief. Oh, and there's music too. In fact, two SUGARRUSH bands will be showcasing at the event:
wind&brackets: Wednesday, September 10 - 10.10 PM @ The Zoo, 711 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
They will be joining roughly 40 other amazing bands from around the country playing across two nights. It truly is all killer and (mostly) open to the public. Check out www.bigsound.org.au for a full run down.
Sunday 20th July 2008 Tara Simmons plays Brisbane Festival Tara Simmons will be emerging from working on her new record (yay!) to play a very special show as part of the current Brisbane Festival. You can catch Tara performing in the stunning Spiegeltent in Brisbane’s King George Square on August 1. For more details and to book tickets, head to www.oztix.com.au.
Thursday 10th July 2008 Jackie Marshall needs you! The remarkably amazing Jackie Marshall has been named a finalist in The Courier-Mail QSong People’s Choice Award. The award is part of Q Music’s annual QSong event which recognizes Queensland’s best songwriters. Jackie has been nominated for her new song Too, Somebody and by voting for her, you go in the running to win a mega prize To find out more and cast your vote, click here. But be quick, voting in this round closes midnight on Monday, July 14.
Tuesday 8th July 2008 You want gigs you say? Brisbane will witness a veritable SUGARRUSH bonanza this weekend as a bunch of our bands hit town for some big shows. Here’s the run down:
Friday, July 11: Flamingo Crash head back to home turf to launch their sensational new record Triangle Island. The band play The Troubadour, Fortitude Valley and will be ably supported by Actor Slash Model (Melbourne) and Do the Robot. Doors 8pm. Tickets online from Oztix.
Saturday, July 12: Also launching a new record this weekend will be wind&brackets. The Brisbane lads take the wraps off their new ep Fire in the Ocean at The Valley Studios, 610 Ann St, Fortitude Valley on Saturday night.
Sunday, July 13: Want some all-ages action? Then be sure to get along to the Brisbane Powerhouse at New Farm this Sunday and catch Art of the State doing it for the kids from 2.00pm. Thursday 12th June 2008 The Art of the State head south Brisbane's The Art of the State are set to shed the warm blanket of their home town and head south for the first time. Shows already announced include:
July 24 - The Armidale Club, Armidale To find out more, head to their artist page on this site or their MySpace.
Thursday 12th June 2008
The Black Stars play Splendour We love festivals. And Byron Bay's Splendour in the Grass is our favourite. It's even better now that The Black Stars have been added to the line-up for the sold-out August weekend. Here's what the Splendour crew had to say about the band: "Three piece Byron Bay outfit THE BLACK STARS list their influences as artists as diverse as Pixies, The Hives, The Datsuns, At The Drive In, Rise Against to Faith No More, Ministry, Millencolin and more. Daniel Johns and Paul Mac described their debut EP release in 2006 as “absolutely brilliant”, now Money Or Your Life is another short but very sweet release. Produced by studio wizard Phil McKellar, THE BLACK STARS are as good as Oz rock can be. Clocking in at a whirlwind 10 minutes and 42 seconds of fun before you know it the five tracks are over and you’re still dancing around your room with your broom in your hand. With passion and energy to spare THE BLACK STARS have got all the key ingredients for a small revolution in your eardrums." The band have a bunch of shows coming up over the next few months, so check out their MySpace or SUGARRUSH profile.
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