Music News Australia: 2013

Friday, 1 November 2013

FOXTEL ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO MUSIC OFFERING dmg Radio’s smoothfm extends to TV screens and Two new MTV channels launching December 3

Foxtel today announced a re-invigorated music offering which will kick off this summer and provide subscribers with a new adult contemporary music channel as well as two refreshed MTV music channels.
SMOOTH, a television extension of the hugely popular smoothfm radio brand, will launch nationally on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 and will be the ultimate music destination, an easy place to relax and escape.
Brian Walsh, Foxtel’s Executive Director of Television said: “smoothfm is the fastest growing radio brand in Australia and Foxtel is delighted to partner with dmg Radio in bringing smooth to television audiences.”
“SMOOTH on Foxtel will feature the highly successful adult contemporary music synonymous with smoothfm, with a range of programming such as countdowns, concert specials and music videos from iconic artists such as Madonna, Michael Bublè, Adele, Whitney Houston, Fleetwood Mac, Robbie Williams, Celine Dion and Mariah Carey.”
SMOOTH joins Foxtel’s stable of music channels alongside popular brands Channel [V], MAX, [V] HITS and Country Music Channel, ensuring that the platform offers something for all music lovers.
Worldwide music brand MTV will launch two new music channels, MTV Dance and MTV Music.
MTV Dance will bring the latest in dance, hip hop and RnB from around the world. With non-stop dance floor fillers, international charts and live dance performances from the biggest artists like David Guetta, Kanye West and Avicii, this is the ultimate dance party.
MTV Music is the home of global music videos and will deliver viewers unprecedented access to international artists and iconic MTV moments across the genres of pop, rock, urban and alternative music from Rihanna, Kings of Leon, Jay Z, Rudimental and more.
Katrina Southon, Sr Vice President and Managing Director, Viacom International Media Networks Australia & New Zealand said: “MTV Music and MTV Dance bring distinct program offerings to the reinvigorated music offering on Foxtel, giving Australian audiences new ways to experience the world’s largest youth brand.”
Brian Walsh continued: “With our colleagues at MTV, Foxtel’s new music offering will be made up of defined channel brands aimed at different audiences and demographics. The seven dedicated music channels will deliver our customers the best that music television has to offer, in a wide variety of genres, both from Australia and around the world.”
MTV (channel 124) remains part of the Foxtel’s Essentials pack, and MTV Dance and MTV Musicwill be available on the Kids & Music Package, replacing MTV Classic, MTV Hits and MTV Live.

Monday, 16 September 2013

JEDWARD arrived into Sydney on Monday 16th September at 6.30am on Ethihad Airways from Abu Dhabi

JEDWARD arrived into Sydney on Monday 16th September at 6.30am on Ethihad Airways from Abu Dhabi...

JEDWARD IRELAND'S TWIN POP SENSATIONS ARE COMING TO AUSTRALIA LIVE IN CONCERT - NOVEMBER 2013

JEDWARD, Ireland's twin pop sensations John and Edward, are heading to Australia in November 2013 for 3 Special Concert appearances. They have generated a phenomenon of ironic popularity described as "the JEDWARD paradox" following their appearance on the British "X Factor". They have released three platinum-selling albums, represented Ireland at Eurovision Song Contest in 2011 and 2012, presented two high-rating children's television series: "JEDWARD's Big Adventure" (currently in its third season), "OMG! JEDWARD's Dream Factory" and numerous guest appearances on major television serials and talk shows worldwide. They were even voted more popular than The Beatles in a teenage poll, and when Yahoo launched the Best Boy Band of 2012 JEDWARD were outright winners over One Direction and The Wanted.

Following sell-out concerts in U.K, Ireland and Europe under their belt, JEDWARD are bringing their "pop superstar" status to Australia in November 2013.

TOUR DATES

REGAL THEATRE, PERTH - Saturday November 23, 2013 - Bookings: Ticketek 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au

THE PALAIS THEATRE, MELBOURNE - Saturday November 30, 2013 - Bookings: Ticketmaster 136 100 or www.ticketmaster.com.au

THE ENMORE THEATRE - Sunday December 1, 2013 - Bookings: Ticketek 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au

JEDWARD are John and Edward Grimes, twins from Ireland. They have become hugely successful musicians, television personalities, actors, models and celebrities throughout Europe.

JEDWARD have released three Albums; "Planet Jedward" in 2010, "Victory" in 2011 and "Young Love" in 2012. Their first single "Under Pressure (Ice Ice Baby)" featuring Vanilla Ice, debuted at No.1 in Ireland and No.2 in the UK charts.

For two consecutive years JEDWARD were voted to represent Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest. They performed "Lipstick" in 2011 and "Waterline" in 2012. 'Lipstick" has become a world wide success, it remains a firm favourite to download on itunes. John and Edward had the honour of performing their hit single "Lipstick" for President Barrack Obama, when he visited Ireland in 2011.

Since February 2013, the twins have had an extremely busy schedule. Promoting their current album "Young Love", has brought them to Canada and Australia, where they have appeared on several national Radio and Television stations. Jedward were in LA for the month of May, where they were busy working on and producing their own music videos. John and Edward appeared at the highly publicised Canadian MMVAs in June 2013.

The twins have toured extensively, during the last three years, playing hundreds of Sold Out concerts across the UK, Ireland and Europe. They have just completed their latest Irish Tour and will be embarking on a UK tour at the end of September 2013.

In Yahoo's Best Boy Band Poll of 2012, JEDWARD beat One Direction and the Wanted to take First Place.

The London 2012 Olympic Games Committee personally asked JEDWARD to carry the Olympic torch through the streets of Dublin.

John and Edward have made their own reality series, 'JEDWARD Let Loose' which followed them as they prepared to release their first album in 2010.

In 2011, Edward and John took part in "Celebrity Big Brother UK" in 2011.

To date the twins have starred in two television series, "Jedward's Big Adventure" on BBC/CBBC in the UK and "Jedward's Dream Factory" on RTE in Ireland. Both series have completed two seasons with outstanding ratings in both the UK and Ireland. "Jedward's Dream Factory" has been nominated for two IFTAs (Irish Film and Television Awards). A third series of "Jedward's Big Adventure" starts. filming in September.

Since appearing on a number of prime time Australian TV channels, the boys are preparing for their first Australian tour in November 2013.

JEDWARD - BIOGRAPHY

Jedward are John and Edward Grimes, twins from Ireland. They have become hugely successful musicians, television personalities, actors, models and celebrities throughout Europe and the World. This is not only through their live performances and TV appearances, but also through their You Tube videos which have been viewed by millions World Wide.

Jedward have released three Albums; "Planet Jedward" in 2010, "Victory" in 2011 and "Young Love" in 2012. Their first single "Under Pressure (Ice Ice Baby)" featuring Vanilla Ice, debuted at No.1 in Ireland and No.2 in the UK charts.

For two consecutive years Jedward were voted to represent Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest. They performed "Lipstick" in 2011 and "Waterline" in 2012. 'Lipstick" has become a worldwide success, it remains a firm favourite to download on iTunes. John and Edward had the honour of performing their hit single "Lipstick" for President Barrack Obama, when he visited Ireland in 2011.

John and Edward appeared at the highly publicized Canadian MMVAs in June 2013.

In Yahoo's Best Boy Band Poll of 2012, Jedward beat One Direction and the Wanted to take First Place.

The London 2012 Olympic Games Committee personally asked Jedward to carry the Olympic torch through the streets of Dublin.

John and Edward have made their own reality series, 'Jedward Let Loose' which followed them as they prepared to release their first album in 2010.

In 2011, Edward and John took part in "Celebrity Big Brother UK" in 2011.

Websites

Jedward official website

www.planetjedward.net

Lionel Midford Publicity

www.lionelmidfordpublicity.com

Music News Australia

www.musicnewsaustralia.com

Media Man

www.mediaman.com.au

Friday, 23 August 2013

Bodypainting Tango, Bodyart

Bodypainting Tango, Bodyart, a photo by Eva Rinaldi Celebrity and Live Music Photographer on Flickr.

A live body- painted Little Mermaid statue hits Sydney

A live body- painted Little Mermaid statue hits Sydney, a set on Flickr.

Via Flickr:
www.humanstatuebodyart.com.au

Thursday, 4 July 2013

Harrison Craig from The Voice performs at Westfield Chatswood, The Concourse

Harrison Craig from The Voice performs at Westfield Chatswood, The Concourse, Sydney, Australia - 4th July 2013...

Westfield Chatswood was the stage for The Voice winner Harrison Craig today.

Harrison performed and signed copies of his brand new album.

After winning an emotionally charged grand finale on Australia’s most popular music TV show The Voice, the series-favourite Harrison Craig will now travel the country meeting his fans and celebrating the release of his debut album ‘More Than A Dream’.

Harrison will make an appearance at The Concourse 11am, Thursday 4 July, at the outdoor lower terrace, adjacent to Westfield Chatswood.

As usual, he sounded and looked great, and obviously has a wonderful future ahead.

Well done to everyone who helped make today possible.

News Update...

Thanks to Westfield, Samsung Music Hub® and Universal Music, Harrison will perform and sign copies of his brand new album at the following Westfield centres:

Wednesday 26 June

Westfield Carousel – Centre Court, WA - 3.30pm

Thursday 27 June

Westfield Marion – Centre Court, SA - 4pm

Friday 28 June

Westfield Chermside – Centre Court, QLD - 3pm

Saturday 29 June

Westfield Plenty Valley – Centre Court, VIC - 1pm

Monday 1 July

Westfield Knox City – Centre Court, VIC - 12pm

Tuesday 2 July

Westfield Fountain Gate - Centre Court, VIC - 12pm

Wednesday 3 July

Westfield Woden – Centre Court, ACT - 2pm

Thursday 4 July

Westfield Chatswood – The Concourse, NSW - 11am

Friday 5 July

Westfield Kotara – Centre Court, NSW - 12pm

Saturday 6 July

Westfield Penrith – Lawn Area, NSW - 12pm

Harrison Craig ‘More Than A Dream’ album RELEASED JUNE 25

Websites

Harrison Craig official website

www.harrisoncraigofficial.com

Westfield

www.westfield.com.au

The Concourse

www.theconcourse.com.au

Music News Australia

www.musicnewsaustralia.com

Eva Rinaldi Photography

www.evarinaldi.com

Wednesday, 3 July 2013

International multi-Platinum soft-rock icons, Air Supply, return to Australia

FRI 29 NOVEMBER STATE THEATRE SYDNEY

SAT 7 DECEMBER PALAIS THEATRE MELBOURNE

SUN 8 DECEMBER PERTH CONCERT HALL

International multi-Platinum soft-rock icons, Air Supply, return to Australia for three concerts at the State Theatre Sydney on Friday 29 November, Palais Theatre Melbourne on Saturday 7 December (with Very Special Guest John Paul Young & The All Stars) and Perth Concert Hall on Sunday 8 December, as part of their Hits & Memories Tour.

The prolific partnership of composer Graham Russell and vocalist Russell Hitchcock was conceived almost four decades ago when they met in Sydney on the first day of rehearsals for Jesus Christ Superstar. Instant friends through a shared love of The Beatles and music, they began performing original songs with one guitar and two voices in cafes and nightclubs, following their evening theatre commitments.

Air Supply has since produced eight global hits, seven of which equalled The Beatles run of consecutive top five singles, amassed sales of over forty million albums and is a constant on radio programming.

Graham is honoured with two BMA Million-Air Certificates which recognise over three million radio plays for Lost in Love (1980’s Song of The Year and fastest selling single worldwide) and All Out of Love, while The One That You Love, Sweet Dreams and Making Love Out of Nothing At All, are well on the way to reaching that achievement. Other singles to dominate the charts are Every Woman In The World, Love and Other Bruises, All That You Want, Making Love Out Of Nothing At All, Two Less Lonely People in The World, Even The Nights Are Better, Without You, The Power of Love (You Are My Lady) and Here I Am (Just When You Thought I Was Over You).

Air Supply first found international audiences opening for Rod Stewart and now hold enthusiastic fans captive in huge venues on their own lavish tours, which have smashed attendance records.

Career highlights include pioneering new markets as the first Western act to tour to China, Taiwan and other countries not previously open to our pop culture, performing in Havana to an audience of 175,000 the night before Hurricane Dennis lashed Cuba, participating in Australia’s Bi-Centennial celebrations in the presence of HRH Prince Charles and HRH Princess Diana and an induction into the New York Ride of Fame campaign - where the Gray Line bestows a bus in honour of exemplary community figures.

Air Supply is one of our most successful acts, performing 150 shows around the world annually and are delighted to be heading ‘home’ at the end of the year, after commitments in the Cayman Islands, Mexico, Hong Kong, USA, Puerto Rico, Philippines, Burma, Japan, Chile, Canada and more.

You’ll be Lost in Love with the rich, beautiful melodies and soaring harmonies from the legends of soft rock and power ballads, Air Supply, at the State Theatre Sydney on Friday 29 November, Melbourne Palais Theatre on Saturday 7 December and Perth Concert Hall on Sunday 8 December.

Tuesday, 2 July 2013

The Heat red carpet movie premiere in Sydney, Australia with Sandra Bullock

The Heat red carpet movie premiere in Sydney, Australia with Sandra Bullock - 2nd July 2013...

Sandra Bullock, a good looking 48-year is in town to promote her new movie, The Heat.

Early in the day she hopped a luxury boat on Sydney Harbour to enjoy our city.

Event Cinemas in George Street says Bullock and Melissa McCarthy playing detectives in a cop comedy.

Bullock plays successful, but highly highly strung FBI special agent Sarah Ashburn and is partnered with tough Boston cop Shannon Mullins (McCarthy). The girls are after a drug boss... of course.

Early reviews and box office numbers demonstrate that Bullock's latest movie will be a thumbs up with fans and movie execs.

The action-comedy grossed $US40 million ($43.7 million) - in second earnings place - in its opening weekend.

Plot Outline:

Uptight FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn (Sandra Bullock) and foul-mouthed Boston cop Shannon Mullins (Melissa McCarthy) couldn’t be more incompatible. But when they join forces to bring down a ruthless drug lord, they become the last thing anyone expected: buddies. From Paul Feig, director of “Bridesmaids.”

Cast...

Sandra Bullock as FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn

Melissa McCarthy as Detective Shannon Mullins

Dan Bakkedahl as DEA Agent Craig

Demián Bichir as Hale

Tom Wilson as Captain Woods

Michael Rapaport as Jason Mullins

Marlon Wayans as Levy

Tony Hale as The John

Taran Killam as Adam

Nathan Corddry as Michael Mullins

Kaitlin Olson as Tatiana