Music Universe

Last Dinosaurs announce 'In A Million Years' album national tour

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 03:45:00 +0000

With their already celebrated debut album in their back pocket and a freshly-inked international label deal in their suitcase, Last Dinosaurs are pleased to announce that they will be embarking on a national journey in April. Taking in all major...

Reptar to release debut album 'Body Faucet' on May 1st

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:01:00 +0000

It’s no secret that Reptar is one of MU’s favorite bands. Just check out 'All The Hype 2012' here. They released one of our favorite EPs last year with 'Oblangle Fizz Y’all' and are now looking to drop their debut album 'Body Faucet' on May 1st....

Zulu Winter announce Australian promo tour for 'Language'

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:56:00 +0000

London newcomers and guitar rockers, Zulu Winter, arrive in Australia April to show why they are the name on everyone’s lips. Especially ours (see All The Hype here). The five firm friends have produced a euphoric debut worthy of their newly...

Mount Eerie to drop two albums this year

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:48:00 +0000

Phil Elverum (aka Mount Eerie) has announced two new albums to be released this year. The first, 'Clear Moon', will be out May 22 via Elverum's own label P.W. Elverum and Sun, followed by its companion record 'Ocean Roar' later this...

Simian Mobile Disco to release 'Unpatterns' on May 14

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:42:00 +0000

Simian Mobile Disco are set to release their brand new album, 'Unpatterns', on May 14. The album will be preceded by the single 'Seraphim' on April 9, and follows their 2009 LP 'Temporary Pleasure' and their debut album, 2007's 'Attack Decay...

Sadly, At The Drive-In will not be making a new album

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:36:00 +0000

Omar Rodriguez-Lopez has said that there is no chance of At The Drive-In recording a new album. The band announced earlier this year that they had reunited and have so far confirmed that they will play festival slots at Benicassim and Coachella...

Chiddy Bang bail on Groovin The Moo

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:28:00 +0000

Chiddy Bang have cancelled their slot on the Groovin’ the Moo Festival. Apparently they’d prefer to “focus on new TV and radio promotional opportunities for their upcoming album in the USA” rather than playing at the festival. Their place on the...

Bleeding Knees Club announce 'Nothing To Do' album tour

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:45:00 +0000

Bleeding Knees Club are preparing to take on the world. They were recently named by NME as one of the 100 New Bands To Watch in 2012 and they made MU's All The Hype list. To help them sky rocket to another level, the young boys from Gold Coast will...

INTERVIEW: Zakk Wylde

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:02:00 +0000

There are few things more impressive about Black Label Society main man Zakk Wylde than his mesmerising guitar-playing ability. But as many in the heavy metal world would attest, his sense of humour comes mightily close. And in a recent chat...

Aural Canapés - Vol. 18

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:35:00 +0000

Verbatim – 'Mother Mother' Touch Up A recent recommendation, Mother Mother are a Canadian three piece playing “smart…amiable folk-rock with an alternative edge” (Allmusic.com). Sounds rivetingly like a marketing slogan no? That...

The Black Keys team up with Michael Kiwanuka

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:18:00 +0000

In what could potentially be a one of the most unbelievable collaborations in recent times, The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach has recorded a track with Michael Kiwanuka. The Ohioan frontman told BBC Newsbeat that he had worked with MU's All The Hype...

Pete Doherty comes clean about injecting and his new son

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:06:00 +0000

Pete Doherty has claimed that he has stopped injecting drugs. The former Libertines rocker told The Independent that he had been inspired to clean up his act by his new girlfriend. Doherty, who revealed he had been receiving treatment at a...

Kaiser Chiefs to play Groovin' sideshows

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 03:57:00 +0000

Did you know that UK band Kaiser Chiefs were still floating around? Well the band released their fourth studio album in June 2011 titled 'The Future is Medieval'. The album is to be released in North America on March 6, 2012 under the title 'Start...

DZ Deathrays announce 'Bloodstreams' album and tour details

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:06:00 +0000

Brisbane’s DZ Deathrays have announced some Australian tour dates on the back of their forthcoming debut album, titled 'Bloodstreams', that represents the last four years of hard work and will be released in Australia on the 6th of April. It’s...

Boy & Bear announce big Australian tour

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:54:00 +0000

Australia is in for one big treat from Boy & Bear, as they look to thank their fans for what has been a year of big journeys and greater accomplishments for the Sydney quintet. From Adelaide to Albury, Brisbane to Bunbury, Cairns to Canberra,...

Roger Daltrey cancels Australian tour

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:50:00 +0000

Roger Daltrey's upcoming Australian tour and Bluesfest appearance have been cancelled. The Who lead singer was set to perform his classic rock opera Tommy. The promoters are offering full refunds: Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts, Chugg...

The Maccabees announce GTM sideshows

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:44:00 +0000

Having just been announced on GTM festivals, The Maccabees will also be performing headline shows across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth for their first trip to Australia. Having dropped the single ‘Pelican’ late in 2011, a mighty tune to...

LIVE REVIEW: St Jeromes Laneway (04/02/12, Melbourne)

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:28:00 +0000

JONTI For the third year running, St Jeromes Laneway Festival returned to the Footscray Community Arts Centre. What once began with one stage in a quiet little hidden lane in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, the festival was now bigger than ever with...

ALBUM REVIEW: James Vincent McMorrow - 'Early In The Morning'

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 09:24:00 +0000

Teetering on the edge of pop folk and alt-country is James Vincent McMorrow’s delectable debut, ‘Early In The Morning’. Hailing from the humble streets of Dublin, McMorrow’s soft, throaty vocals and acoustic driven melodies make for an intimate...

Whitney Houston R.I.P. (09.08.1963 - 11.02.2012)

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 08:16:00 +0000

Whitney Houston has died. She was 48. Beverly Hills Police Lieutenant Mark Rosen told the AP that Houston had died in her room earlier today on the fourth floor of the Beverly Hilton hotel. Cause of death is unknown. Two days ago, she performed...

LIVE REVIEW: Girls @ Corner Hotel (08/02/12)

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 07:22:00 +0000

Photo by Gabe 'Harry' Warren Having caught their short set at Laneway Festival only a few days before, I was very keen and excited to catch the band's full show at Corner Hotel. Girls are Christopher Owens (vocals/guitar) and JR White...

Splendour in The Grass returns to Byron Bay

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:31:00 +0000

Splendour In The Grass is planning to return to Byron Bay for the 2012 event. After two years at Woodfordia in Queensland, we are now working on bringing Australia’s premier winter music and arts festival back to where it all started, Belongil...

LIVE REVIEW: Kanye West @ Sidney Myer Music Bowl (31/01/12)

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:03:00 +0000

*Taken from musicfeeds A slightly windy, slightly chilly, overcast Tuesday. The tennis is finally over. The audience is bubbling. Tight jeans, baggy tees, baseball caps, suits - everyone is there. People cheered the sight of the cherry...

Lana Del Rey cancels Australian promo tour

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:11:00 +0000

We think Lana Del Rey is cracking up already. She's been in the industry for 5 minutes and already she is unable to cope with the scrutiny. Welcome to the music industry Lana. Yes it doesn't help that the US singer has been under the pump...

Groovin’ the Moo announces lineup for 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Jase Schattner) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:38:00 +0000

Groovin’ the Moo has announced its biggest ever lineup. At least ten international bands from around the globe will be performing across some of the regional cities of Australia. Most notable for us are the likes of the Kaiser Chiefs, The...