More Concerts For Hanging Rock As Council Approve Mushroom Deal
The Macedon Range Shire’s councillors have officially given the green light to the 5-year deal from the Mushroom Group to host more concert events at Hanging Rock. A council meeting held last week fell in favour of Mushroom mogul Michael Gudinski, which will allow him to stage up to four concerts annually in the east paddock of the iconic landmark as part of the new deal, which kicks off from 31st October, 2014. Gudinski, a Macedon local, was elated with the news that he could continue hosting concerts, following in the tradition of his sold-out and financially lucrative concerts from Bruce Springsteen, Leonard Cohen, and Rod Stewart. “The extended term allows us the ability to plan further ahead,” says Gudinski. “It will mean we can implement a number of exciting initiatives that will help ensure Hanging Rock continues to attract the high-calibre artists we’ve had to date.” Mayor Roger Jukes said surveys showed residents and businesses were in favour of more music events at Hanging Rock, while the new agreement sees an undisclosed increase in licensing fees. (via Macedon Ranges Weekly)
Village Sounds Announce Partnership To Launch Asian Office
Boutique domestic bookings agency Village Sounds has announced the launch of Village Sounds ASIA in a partnership with Other Sounds’ agent Melissa Yong. A leading company aimed at developing the local music scene in Singapore, Other Sounds has toured, promoted, and been involved with various events over the last year. Evan Davis, Co-Director and Booking Agent atVillage Sounds said “We felt it important to have a presence in ASIA, given it’s such a growing market on the live music scene around the world,” says Evan Davis, Co-Director and Booking Agent of Village Sounds. “We felt Melissa was a great fit to launch the agency… given her understanding of Australian bands and the Asian touring market. Brisbane’s Last Dinosaurs will be the first band to make use of Village Sounds ASIA, playing dates in Singapore, Bangkok, Manila, and Kuala Lumpur through November.
The Bamboos Sign International Label Deals For New Album
The Bamboos are hitting the road next month to promote the release of their new album, Fever In The Road, which has secured the Aussie funk mainstays new label deals to issue the record in North America, UK, Europe, an Japan. Fever In The Road will be released on Pacific Theatre, the label of Bamboos’ leader Lance Ferguson, in Australia & New Zealand on 8th November (distributed by Inertia). Internationally, Sony will release the album through Europe and the UK in early 2014, while distribution in US, Canada, and Mexico will be handled by Nettwerk, home to Aussie acts Angus & Julia Stone and Boy & Bear. The Japanese release, later this year, will be handled by Holiday Revolution, who have released albums by Aussies Flume and Ta-Ku. The Fever In The Road kicks off on Friday 29th November, with Sydney four-piece OXBLVD announced as national support. Full dates and details here.
Former Yves Klein Blue Frontman Signs With Dew Process
MT is the new musical project of Michael Tomlinson, the former singer/guitarist for Brisbane indie band Yves Klein Blue, and has signed with Dew Process for the release of his debut single, ‘Alpha Romeo’. MT’s self-described summer anthem has already won international praise from BBC Radio 1 as well as from Clash off the back of appearances at London’s KOKO and Ridley Road Market Bar. Meanwhile NME are giddy for the new Aussie outfit, hailing MT as one of their 10 ‘Ones To Watch’ at this year’s Great Escape Festival in Brighton. MT’s ‘Alpha Romeo’ (listen here), produced by Dan Grech (Vaccines, Lana Del Ray), on November 29th 2013 via Dew Process/Universal Music Australia.
Melbourne Musician Launches New Independent Label
Seasoned Melbourne performer Martin Martini (of Martin Martini & the Bone Palace Orchestra fame) has unveiled his latest musical venture, Pound Records; an independent, vinyl label managed by Martini. A family run business, the concept of Pound Records emerged from a spontaneous recording made by friends at the Pound, a derelict estate filled with a unique exquisiteness, where clusters of musicians would congregate and collaborate. Vienna 1913 marks as the first release from Pound Records, which is Martini’s musical interpretation of Vienna circa 1913 – home to brilliant artists and musicians, sophisticated coffee houses, lavish balls and intellectual gatherings. Available for purchase on 30 November 2013 from www.poundrecords.com, the vinyl release also features a 50 page picture book by illustrator Michael Camilleri, whose intricate, ballpoint pen illustrations form a whimsical, visual manifestation of Martini’s music.
New World Artists Expands Roster With Milan
Sydney-based musician Milan has signed with New World Artists for representation in Australia and New Zealand as the latest addition to their roster. Effortlessly blending soul, jazz, electro beats and laid back, hip-hop tinged pop, overlayed with sweet melting vocals, Milan is the music banner of confident singer-songwriter Milan Ring. “Milan comes scarily close to tapping into the creative genius of Prince with the style of Kendrick Lamar and New World Artists is immensely proud to programme live touring for such an exciting new artist,” said the agency in a statement. For shows and more info head to http://www.milanring.com
