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Click to watch "Trouble" on Youtube

Check out the new Vid for Sydney rock band Shinobi. The track "TROUBLE" touches on the issue of alcohol abuse, describing how a "quiet drink can quickly turn into TROUBLE"! As well as being a talented musician, front man Eric Grothe Jnr is also a professional rugby league player in the NRL with the Parramatta Eels.

A band forged out of family and mateship, the sound is delivered from brothers Eric (vocals/guitar) and Daniel Grothe (bass), Wayne Langfield (drums) and Darren Stapleton (guitar) and whilst the quartet have jammed together for years it was the definitve natural sound they were forging that led to the almost automatic progression of forming a band and playing regular gigs. It is their thirst for audience reaction to their high octane explosive rock and absolute passion for tearing off heavy guitar driven tracks that provides Shinobi with the means for forcing you to hopefully search for their next show.
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Posted By: yorkey - Category: Rock, Heavy

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Chantelle Barry To Launch Album at FTV Awards

October 8th 2009 06:56

International fashion giant Fashiontv (FTV) has launched the inaugural Diamond Model Awards in Australia. Onyx Bar will host a series of heats, which will culminate with a venue final and official FTV party, featuring celebrity guests, judges, contestants, and more of what has made FTV parties famous around the world.

Hosting the Perth final is Perth-born, LA-based artist Chantelle Barry. As well as having the honour of hosting the awards, Chantelle will also be performing songs from her debut solo album "Simple Things". Chantelle's music is "soulful and organic with a hint of world flavor" featuring such instruments as the Hawaiian ukulele and the African djembe drum. With lyrics that demonstrate a down to earth-ness about real life experience and hooky melodies that emanate from her broad range of musical influences (Fleetwood Mac, John Mayer, Carole King, The Beatles, Jason Mraz, India Arie and Amos Lee to name a few) Chantelle is undoubtedly "an old soul with a new sound".

A native of Perth Western Australia, Chantelle Barry first caught the public's eye in 2000 when she won Australia's version of POPSTARS, earning a coveted spot in the all-girl pop group, Bardot. The group's debut single, "Poison", entered the ARIA Singles Chart at 1, where it spent two consecutive weeks, earning a double platinum certification. It became the sixth highest selling single in Australia in 2000, and was the highest selling single by an Australian act that year.

Currently residing in Los Angeles, Chantelle has returned to her singer/songwriter roots and has just completed her debut solo album entitled 'Simple Things' which is now available via iTunes. Her songwriting efforts have garnered her a Top 5 Finalist in Songwriters Universe 'Song Of The Month' contest, a 3rd place win in the Song of the Year songwriting contest and helped her reach the finals in the Music Nation online music competition. Chantelle was also recently named 'Top 10 Band' in the 2009 Indie Music Assault to be held at Paramount studios later this year. Chantelle Barry has toured the local L.A. music scene for 2 years. As well as her residency at the highly acclaimed Genghis Cohen she performs at such venues as Hotel Cafe, The Viper Room, Rm 5 Lounge, Tangier, Saint Rocke, Cat Club and The Mint.

When she is not in the studio you can find Chantelle on both the big and small screens. She has stared in several independent feature films that are set to premiere late 2009 and has most recently appeared as a guest star on Entourage (HBO), How I Met Your Mother (CBS), and has a recurring guest role on 90210 (THE CW) as the Beverly Hills brat 'Nina'.

Tickets for the FTV Diamond Model Awards Perth final are $99 including VIP Drinks & Catering Packages. For more ticket information, contact VSK Consultancy on 0423 941 001 or 0403 461 564.

For media enquiries regarding Chantelle Barry, contact Kirri Liepins (Rock Solid PR & Fanbase Relations) on 0432 711 462 or info@rock-solid.net.au.

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Posted By: Kirri - Category: Top 5

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Kanye West, The Dream, Nelly Furtado, and Tony Yayo go head to head with Jr. Pinchers on Itunes

August 3rd 2009 19:30

Kanye West Ready for Battle

SloppiShizzle Records Artist Jr. P with Twinz Beatz the producers

"Jr. Pinchers vs. Twinz Beatz" vs. Kanye West

What do you get when Kanye West, one of the biggest stars on the planet takes a detour into dance music? You get a mega star, Kanye, stuck on the moon. Kanye has had successful projects in the past and is well known for ground breaking albums that defy gravity and this has given him the "machismo" to explore his musicality. "Walking on the moon" is actually a multi collaboration with Terius “The–Dream” Nash"1who is this collaborations dominate entity,and Seamus Haji & Paul Emanuel the hit making Dj/Prodcuers responsible for "Walking on the Moon's" most popular version on iTunes.

The–Dream began writings songs for up–and–coming rappers and hooks for his peers. He got his first publishing deal in 2003, when he signed to Peer Music after writing B2K’s single, “Everything.” He also had an additional hit on Brittney Spear's album, “Me Against the Music” feat. Madonna. But his biggest hit to date is the Rihanna hit "Umbrella." "Walking on the moon," leans heavily on The Dream with the bulk of the 8:31 song being sung by The Dream using his unique vocals and hooks to carry the song, at least for the first 5:20.

Kanye's role in this single is limited to his signature 16 bar flow that he delivers with ease. And that is the extent of his lyrics salted with Swag references, Drunk texting, and your typical money, cars, and girls, but nothing much else.

Seamus Haji & Paul Emanuel pull this whole project together by once again taking a great song and making it better. With over a decade of Dj/Producing under their belts they massage this track to dance classic status.

image from Itunes "My Alerts

So why if you have the hottest Hook maker (by way of "The Dream"), a mega star with international appeal (Mega star being Kanye West), and the hit making duo Dj's (Seamus H & Paul E), why does "Walking on the moon" get smashed by Jr. Pinchers vs. Twinz Beatz?

"Back Broke" the infectious hit from the indie label SloppiShizzle Records is tearing up Jamaica's Music Countdown charts with Richie B, the host of Hot Mix on Hot 102 FM. A top 20 countdown show that Billboard uses to chart the top 40 Reggae songs. I know, I know, I know, how does an Electronic song make it's way on a Reggae top 20 chart? By beaing universal, "oh and having the son of a famous Jamaican artist on the track also helps" says Richie B."

The breakout artist on SloppiShizzle Records label

Who is this "son of a famous Jamaican artist" Richie B is talking about? Non other than Kamal Thompson aka Jr. Pinchers, son of the famed and loved Pinchers of "Bandelero." Jr. Pinchers, recently signed to SloppiShizzle Records to record his 3rd album after escaping his old label and management.

Image from Dj Bill Kelly's Web Blog

The "Godfather of Fun" Dj Bill Kelly Co-Founder/Director of the Winter Music Conference, had this to say about "Back Broke."

"Ok “Godfather of Fun” rarely writes about or reviews tracks BUT Jr. Pinchers vs. Twinz Beatz “Back Broke” is no track, this is a song! the hypnotic riff which actually turns out to be a Sax hook captivated me for a quick min but the almost sung like rap lyrics slapped me up side the ear and said LISTEN TO ME!! Alright I have to admit for only six weeks 19,837 plays cred has to be given; however can I say screw cred? My rating of this iTune is I LOVE IT. Now isn’t that all that counts?"

Other reviews of "Back Broke" on Itunes go on to say things like:

"Once you hear it you can't stop signing it "Whine until your back broke!!! Great song (iTunes member Kee & Berna)

"This song is a must have...and for .99 cents you can't go wrong!" (iTunes member LissyNJFL84)

"I like the direction this type of music takes. The beat takes on a style of its own." (iTunes member Esells)

"I love this song!!!The beats are catchy and fun; a song worth buying. It made my top 5 fav. songs, as #1!!!" (iTunes member Izzy1318)

The reviews go on and on like this which in comparison to "Walking on the moon's tepid reviews seems over the top for a completely unknown label. Only on Itunes could a major label like Def Jam Music and an Indie label like SloppiShizzle Records go head to head for consumer attention.

So the question still remains why is Kanye West's new single "Walking on the Moon" having trouble against Jr. Pinchers vs. Twinz Beatz" new single "Back Broke?" I guess you will have to make up your own mind and take the "WOTM vs Back Broke" challenge! I am not going to try and pursuade you either way make up your own mind. Review both tracks and write your own review. See if you agree or disagree with this writter about the troubles Kanye West is having against Jr. Pinchers vs. Twinz Beatz.

Shit!! "Whine until your Back Broke" is now stuck in my head for the rest of the day...

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Posted By: Q Fortune - Category: Reggae, Ska & Ska-Punk

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my week of seeing live gigs in melbourne

July 20th 2009 06:24

13-19th July 2009
so I started the week off at the evelyn. Some nice neo soul trax on the decks from the anonymous trumpet player from 'Simon Wright & the Ecclective'. Next unleash the nugget hits the stage starting off subtly with funky guitar meanderings weaving in and out with the skills of Leigh Fischer on drums. The intro develops into a sweet groove as the rest of the band joins in, 2 BVs(one guy one girl) bass, keys, gat and drums. Enter two Mcs, brothers from Tasmania who spit about fit girls who resemble wookies, being the bomb and general party hip hop. But hey, it got me on the dance floor

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Posted By: treedog - Category: Rock

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Regional Cairns Web Portal www.entertainmentcairns.com : growing the live performance industry

May 11th 2009 07:03

Following the closure of Johnos Blues Bar and a stack of other live music venues in Cairns, a community group known as PALM - People Advocating Live Music formed and placed their message firmly to the conservative Regional Council before looming 08 elections, to the public and to musicians & venues. There was considerable interest , media attention and impact back in March -June 2008 (Pro - cultural arts council was elected!)

The message got out, but something more practical was needed to get the music & live performance gigs out there too

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Posted By: Ray Elias - Category: Helping YOU

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Who's the Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrity?

May 7th 2009 14:48

It's time once again to pick the hottest vegetarian celebrities of the year! This year, celebs such as Daniel Johns, Darren Cordeux of Kisschasy, Cameron Gilmour of Behind Crimson Eyes, and Missy Higgins are competing to be crowned the sexiest of them all.

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Posted By: Candace 1 - Category: Top 5

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stolen flute

March 22nd 2009 14:46

To whom it mayconcern:

My name is Vitor de Medeiros and I am a Brazilian musician currently living in Sydney. Last Sunday, March 22nd after midnight, I was robbed and my flute (serial number C97595) was stolen at Central station. I am desperately seeking help to find it. If you have seen or heard anything connected to my instrument, please contact me at 0425124574 / BARITONO@GMAIL.COM. I do need my flute to be able to work and survive here

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Posted By: Vitor de Medeiros - Category: Helping YOU

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STOLEN INSTRUMENTS, wurlitzer electric piano, hammond XK1, RCF powered speaker

March 7th 2009 03:21

STOLEN INSTRUMENTS,wurtlitzer electric piano, hammond organ XK1, RCF powered speaker,

My instruments were stolen in a silver toyota van WRK276 on the 03/03/2009 from Fairfield, melbourne, victoria

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Posted By: clare whitcombe - Category: Helping YOU

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AC/DC ROCKS

October 15th 2008 09:30

Ilove AC/DC i am there no1 fan. I learned how to play guitar cos of Angus and i am goin to watch em live next year

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Posted By: David Clarkson - Category: Rock

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mrben set to rock the Annandale

September 23rd 2008 04:43

Sydney three-piece rock outfit mrben will be unleashing their debut album "Night & Day" on the Australian public when they headline at the Annandale Hotel on Wednesday November 19. The album has been four years in the making - in 2005 frontman (and band namesake) Ben Wever teamed up with bassist Leighton Holloway (From The Brink) and drummer Jeff de Araugo (Sarah Blasko). They found an instant creative connection, and their combined talents saw them performing in such respected Sydney venues as the Gaelic Club, the Cat & Fiddle and the Bridge Hotel. The music industry is buzzing about mrben's debut album, which has been compared to the Foo Fighters but with an Australian flavour. Don't miss out on witnessing the powerhouse performance of mrben as they unveil "Night & Day" at the Annandale Hotel

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Posted By: Kirri - Category: Rock

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