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Pitch Music & Arts have unveiled the music and arts programme for their eighth iteration, returning once again to the picturesque Grampian Plains. Set to take place across four indulgent days from March 7-11, the lineup features a roster of illustrious artists from across the globe, including DJ, producer, and fashion icon Honey Dijon, Colombian born, Berlin-based Funk Tribu, hard-edged electro duo 2manydjs (DJ SET), a back-to-back set from Daria Kolosova and SPFDJ and the hugely anticipated 999999999.
Joy Orbison, whose tracks ‘better’ and ‘flight fm’ were teased in the most recent video [IG | YT] from Pitch Music & Arts will be making his long awaited debut in Australia, having never toured the country before. The vivacious ‘Ice Cream Dream Boy’ creator Shanti Celeste will bring her entrancing energy to the stage, FJAAK will debut their LIVE set, Gabber Eleganza will present their standout Hakke Show for the first time in Australia featuring a DJ, vocalist, multiple gabber dancers and their immensely hard techno, Afro Pasifika DJ, producer and trailblazer Lady Shaka is set to dominate the stage, while fan favourite Job Jobse is returning due to high demand.
Local talent this year includes UKG and speed garage pioneer Osmosis Jones, the technically impeccable Moopie who will go back to back with Gunai/Kurnai & Yorta Yorta artist DJ PGZ, Stev Zar, Jennifer Loveless and boundary pushing DJ and producer Mabel who will make her Pitch Music & Arts debut.
Other international artists featured on this year’s music programme include BASHKKA, Funk Assault, ISAbella, Ogazón, southstar, Midland, Dax J, Anetha, Audrey Danza, BADSISTA, Baraka (LIVE), D. Tiffany, Diffrent, DJ Fuckoff, DJ Gigola, DJ Paulette, Ela Minus (LIVE), Elli Acula, Fadi Mohem, GiGi FM, Kasper Marott, Lacchesi, Leo Pol, Maara, Maruwa, Mia Koden, Miley Serious, Objekt, Pablo Bozzi, Pegassi, Sugar Free, Surf 2 Glory, Taylah Elaine, The Illustrious Blacks, Trym, VOLVOX, and Y U QT
Continuing the representation of homegrown talent will be 2 LUBLY, 6 SENSE, Ed Kent, Guy Contact, Kia, Kuzco (LIVE), Mikalah Watego, Naycab, Ned Bennett, and Ollie Lishman bringing a rich tapestry of evolving sounds through state-of-the-art Funktion-One sound systems across Pitch’s three distinct, architecturally designed stages: Pitch One, Pitch Black, and the Resident Advisor Stage.
For the first time, Pitch Music & Arts have revealed their esteemed Arts program alongside the music lineup, featuring a range of Australian and international artists curated to encompass a broad scope of mediums and provide visual delight, rest, and play to patrons. This year’s program includes Adnate, Anatolik Belikov, Ash Keating, Builders Club, Clayton Blake, EJ Son, ENOKi, Georgia Treloar, Henry Howson & Ambrose Zacharakis, Jaqui Munoz, Joan Sandoval, Lukas Rafik Mayer, ØFFËRÎNGŠ (aka Melissa Gilbert), Petra Péterffy, Rachel Lyn & Cameron Trafford, Raquel Villa, Reelize Studio, Sam Hayes, TERRAIN, Tetrik, and UnitePlayPerform.
Returning to the festival will be the Pitch Pavillon and Pitch Precinct joined by new addition, Club Serra. Curated and produced by ØFFËRÎNGŠ (aka Melissa Gilbert ) – the creative force behind the UnitePlayPerform universe – Pitch Pavilion offers a hybrid habitat designed for the exploration of tangible artworks, contemporary performances and immersive sonic landscapes including ambient DJ sets, wellbeing workshops, inspirational talks and mindful activities.
Pitch Precinct, hidden among the campgrounds away from the main arena, will be hosted by some of Australia’s most revered, forward-thinking crews including Animalia, Kayzar, Kiki Bouba, Luna Blessings and Urban Analytics, fostering a safe space and eclectic music hub.
The newly added Club Serra, named after the rolling hills of the Serra Range in the Grampians, is designed as an ode to community and fostering connection. Club Serra will celebrate local talent with a lineup of collectives, labels, and parties such as Bex, Hannah D, Toni Yotzi [b3b], House of Silky, Mind Detergent, Vessel Records, Chuleo Club and Skylab Radio.
Following three consecutive sold-out events, tickets for Pitch Music & Arts will again be secured through the ballot system. This process once more requires patrons to agree to the ‘Pitch Pledge,’ which encourages positive contributions to the Pitch community, respectful behaviour, and a ‘leave no trace’ approach. Ballot registrations are now open and will close on Monday 25th November at 9am AEDT with tickets to go on sale to those drawn in the first ballot draw later that day.
Pitch Music & Arts invites patrons to escape the ordinary, immerse themselves in nature and delve into an amalgamation of music and art. The festival offers the opportunity to forge and foster connections with fellow electronic enthusiasts and savour the enrichment of shared experiences.
FULL LINEUP (A-Z):
2 LUBLY
2manydjs (DJ set)
6 SENSE
999999999
Anetha
Audrey Danza
BADSISTA
Baraka (LIVE)
BASHKKA
D. Tiffany
Daria Kolosova b2b SPFDJ
Dax J
Diffrent
DJ Fuckoff
DJ Gigola
DJ Paulette
DJ PGZ b2b Moopie
Ed Kent
Ela Minus
Elli Acula
Fadi Mohem
FJAAK (LIVE)
Funk Assault
Funk Tribu
Gabber Eleganza presents the Hakke Show
GiGi FM
Guy Contact
Honey Dijon
ISAbella
Jennifer Loveless
Job Jobse
Joy Orbison
Kasper Marott
Kia
Kuzco (LIVE)
Lacchesi
Lady Shaka
Leo Pol
Maara
Mabel
Maruwa
Mia Koden
Midland
Mikalah Watego
Miley Serious
Naycab
Ned Bennett
Objekt
Ogazón
Ollie Lishman
Osmosis Jones
Pablo Bozzi
Pegassi
Shanti Celeste
southstar
Stev Zar
Sugar Free
Surf 2 Glory
Taylah Elaine
The Illustrious Blacks
Trym
VOLVOX
Y U QT
Pitch Music & Arts
7-11 March 2024
Moyston, VIC
Enter the ballot: HERE
Ballot registrations close – Monday 25th November 9am AEDT
Ballot Tier 1 – Monday 25th November 6pm AEDT
Ballot Tier 2 – Tuesday 26th November 12pm AEDT
Remaining tickets On Sale: Tuesday 26th November 6pm AEDT
Get Connected:
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JACK WHITE
NO NAME TOUR
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
DECEMBER 2024
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 22 NOVEMBER
In response to high demand for presale tickets today which saw allocations exhausted in Melbourne and Sydney, Frontier Touring is pleased to announce 2nd & final shows in both cities for 12 x time GRAMMY winner Jack White – bringing his highly anticipated No Name Tour to Australia and New Zealand next month.
In Melbourne, a 2nd show will take place at Forum Melbourne on Tuesday 10 December (following the previously announced date on Monday 9 December).
In Sydney, a 2nd show has been added for the Enmore Theatre on Saturday14 December (joining the first scheduled show on Friday 13 December).
Fans can get early access to all shows – including today’s new dates – via the Frontier Member presale, which is currently live. The two new dates added will be on sale today at 12.30pm AEDT.
Head to frontiertouring.com/jackwhite for more information.
Tickets for the No Name Tour will go on sale to the general public on Friday 22 November (10am local time) via frontiertouring.com/jackwhite.
Don’t miss Jack White, live on stage this December!
JACK WHITE
NO NAME TOUR
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
DECEMBER 2024
Presented by Frontier Touring
FRONTIER MEMBER PRESALE
Now live via frontiertouring.com/jackwhite
or until presale allocation exhausted
TICKETS ON SALE
Begins: Friday 22 November (10am local time)
Thursday 5 December
The Fortitude Music Hall | Brisbane, QLD
18+
ticketmaster.com.au
Friday 6 December
SOLD OUT
Civic Hall | Ballarat, VIC
* Presented by ALWAYS LIVE & Frontier Touring
Saturday 7 December
SOLD OUT
Corner Hotel | Melbourne, VIC
* Presented by ALWAYS LIVE & Frontier Touring
Monday 9 December
Forum Melbourne | Melbourne, VIC
18+
axs.com/au
Tuesday 10 December
Forum Melbourne | Melbourne, VIC
NEW SHOW!
18+
axs.com/au
Wednesday 11 December
Odeon Theatre | Hobart, TAS
18+
moshtix.com.au
Friday 13 December
Enmore Theatre | Sydney, NSW
Lic. All Ages
ticketsearch.com
Saturday 14 December
NEW SHOW!
Enmore Theatre | Sydney, NSW
Lic. All Ages
ticketsearch.com
Tuesday 17 December
Auckland Town Hall | Auckland, NZ
Lic. All Ages
ticketmaster.co.nz
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Clockenflap 2024: Full Lineup Announced for Hong Kong’s Iconic Music and Arts Festival
The iconic music and arts festival returns to Central Harbourfront on November 29–December 1, 2024. Previously announced acts include Jack White, Air, Suede, St. Vincent, Jamie xx, and Glass Animals.
Clockenflap, Hong Kong’s biggest international outdoor music and arts festival, today announced its full lineup for this year’s event, including the hotly anticipated Saturday headliner.
British hip-hop sensation Central Cee will headline the festival on Saturday night, while other newly announced highlights include Alt-R&B songstress Jillian Rose Banks AKA BANKS, Hong Kong singer-songwriter Serrini, local music legend Carl Wong and the Hats On Band ft. Jer Lau, Korean indie-rock act The Black Skirts, American shoegaze artist Wisp, Taiwanese Mandopop star Misi Ke, Chengdu-based indie-rockers Hiperson, Filipino-Japanese singer-songwriter ena mori, and electrifying Japanese collective TURTLE ISLAND.
The newly announced acts join an eclectic lineup of international, regional, and local artists already confirmed for this year’s festival, including maverick rock titan and Sunday night headliner Jack White, legendary French duo and Friday night headliners Air, UK indie icons Suede, critically acclaimed US singer-songwriter St. Vincent, trailblazing UK DJ/producer Jamie xx, and British psychedelic pop-rockers Glass Animals.
The festival takes place at Central Harbourfront from Friday, November 29 to Sunday, December 1, 2024, with tickets priced at:
- HK$1,990 for three-day weekend tickets
- HK$1,280 for single-day tickets
- Under-18 tickets at HK$1,590 for three days and HK$880 for single days.
- Children aged under three years can attend the festival for free (pre-registration for children aged under three is not required).
Showcasing the full, world-class festival experience that music fans in the city have come to know and love, this year’s Clockenflap will once again feature a spectacular outdoor environment with multiple stages, a mouthwatering array of top-quality F&B outlets, and an eclectic lineup of must-see international, regional, and local acts.
Newly Added Acts
Central Cee: British rapper and Saturday night headliner who has taken the hip-hop world by storm with chart-topping singles and albums, amassing more than 4 billion streams on Spotify alone. Known for hits like Doja and Sprinter.
BANKS: Alt-R&B songstress Jillian Rose Banks makes her Clockenflap debut.
Serrini: One of Hong Kong’s most compelling singer-songwriters, performing on Saturday.
Carl Wong and the Hats On Band ft. Jer Lau: Local music legend Carl Wong will be joined by Jer Lau from the boy band Mirror, along with an all-star band including Jun Kung, Jason Kui, Herman@The Hertz, The Absent Brother, Wilson Ng, and more.
The Black Skirts: Indie-rock project led by South Korean singer-songwriter Jo Hyu-il.
Wisp: American shoegaze artist Natalie R. Lu.
Misi Ke: Taiwanese Mandopop star.
Hiperson: Chengdu-based indie-post-punk heroes.
ena mori: Filipino-Japanese singer-songwriter.
TURTLE ISLAND: Eclectic Japanese ensemble blending traditional minyo music, taiko drumming, punk, psychedelic rock, and global influences.
A host of incredible Hong Kong acts have also been confirmed, including Lucid Express, Clav, Biascut, Jerold & Friends, The Afroseas, Wantamnam, and R.O.O.T.
Must-See Legends
Jack White: Performing on Sunday night, the former White Stripes, Raconteurs, and Dead Weather frontman will bring the festival to a triumphant conclusion with tracks from his latest album, No Name.
Air: The influential French duo will headline Friday night, performing their 1998 debut album Moon Safari live in its entirety.
St. Vincent: The groundbreaking artist will draw fans with her set featuring tracks from her career and this year’s album, Born Screaming.
Trendsetters
Jamie xx: One-third of Mercury Prize-winning British indie act The xx, the trailblazing DJ/producer debuts at Clockenflap.
Glass Animals: The British psychedelic pop-rockers arrive on the back of their fourth album, I Love You So F**ing Much*.
Porter Robinson: Atlanta DJ/producer known for his infectious blend of electro-house and synth-pop.
Fiji Blue: Genre-bending Los Angeles act captivating fans with dreamy indie pop and electronica.
Best of Japan
Showcasing Japan’s electrifying music scene, the lineup features:
Creepy Nuts: Magnetic hip-hop duo.
yama: Enigmatic J-pop vocalist.
toe: Post-rock/math rock masters.
Sakurazaka46: Mesmerizing girl group.
Cody・Lee(李): Indie-pop band.
Indie Trailblazers
Clockenflap’s tradition of championing indie artists continues with:
Mother Mother: Canadian indie-rockers promoting their ninth album, Grief Chapter.
Last Dinosaurs: Japanese-Australian four-piece touring their fifth album, Kyoryu.
Bubble Tea and Cigarettes, FAZI, Fat Dog, An Id Signal, and YĪN YĪN.
Regional Highlights
deca joins, Gigantic Roar, JADE, Golden English Party from Taiwan.
Thai singer-songwriter Violette Wautier.
South Korean guitar princess MEMI.
Electronic Heroes
Keeping the dancefloor alive all weekend:
A-Trak: Canadian DJ/producer mixing electro and hip-hop.
Partiboi69: Australia’s anarchic ghetto house star.
Dave Clarke: “The Baron of Techno.”
Yung Singh: Representing the UK’s Asian underground sound.
Plus, a special DJ set by ROBOT, celebrating its 25th anniversary with Clockenflap co-founders Jay and Mike.
Get Your Tickets Now!
Join the festivities from November 29 to December 1, 2024, at Central Harbourfront.
Genre-blending Canadian musician Cory Marks has announced the release of his second full-length album, Sorry For Nothing, set to arrive on December 6th via Better Noise Music on all streaming platforms. An unapologetic double-barrelled blast of 13 songs, equally divided between roots country and arena-rock, marks the follow-up to his acclaimed debut album, Who I Am, which featured the Canadian Platinum-certified track “Outlaws & Outsiders”.
Cory showcases his dual musicality with two new track releases, “Fast As I Can” and “Whiskey For Sale”. “Fast As I Can” is an exciting, feel-good country track with a fun, foot-stomping chorus that will have you hooked and singing along to every word. “Whiskey For Sale” is a perfect blend of bluegrass, country, and a heavy rock chorus, narrating a love story that has taken a turn.
“The record is really who I am,” says Cory Marks. “The title says it all. I love rock and I love country. It’s a kick in the ass, the good, the bad and the ugly, the ups and downs of life, adding that little bit of fuel to the fire to keep you fighting, to keep your eye on the prize. There are songs for partying, songs to look back on life and have a good cry, love songs…something for everyone.”
Produced by longtime collaborator Kevin Churko (Shania Twain, Ozzy Osbourne, Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach), Kile Odell (Nita Strauss, David Draiman), and Andrew Baylis (Jelly Roll, Brantley Gilbert), Sorry for Nothing is highlighted by guest appearances from Sully Erna (Godsmack), Mick Mars (Mötley Crüe), Travis Tritt and DL (Bad Wolves). Pre-orders are available now on CD or digital download at https://corymarks.ffm.to/sfn.
In addition to the upcoming album release, Cory is looking forward to heading to the U.S. later this fall to open for multi-platinum rock group Theory of A Deadman. The “Unplugged” tour runs October 29th to November 23rd with Cory performing an acoustic set featuring songs from Sorry For Nothing and Who I Am, tickets are available now HERE. See full list of dates below.
Cory has previously toured North America with diverse artists including Five Finger Death Punch, ZZ Top, Travis Tritt and Brantley Gilbert, while also having joined Nickelback on the main stage at the annual Boots and Hearts festival in Toronto in 2023.
Tour Dates:
November 19, 2024 – Knoxville, TN – Tennessee Theatre *
November 21, 2024 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater *
November 22, 2024 – Wichita, KS – The Cotillion *
November 23, 2024 – La Vista, NE – The Astro *
^ with Theory Of A Deadman & 10 Years
with Theory Of A Deadman & Saint Asonia
Tickets for the tour are on sale now. Don’t miss out!
Photography: Stacey Sirotin
GERMAN TECHNO ICON BORIS BREJCHA ANNOUNCES STACKED SUPPORT LINE-UP FOR JANUARY 2025 AUSTRALIAN TOUR
BRISBANE SHOW SOLD OUT
LIMITED TICKETS REMAINING FOR PERTH AND SYDNEY
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Acclaimed German techno artist BORIS BREJCHA is bringing an electrifying lineup of support acts for his January 2025 Australian tour, set to include Ann Clue and Moritz Hofbauer, alongside a stack local supports including Handsdown & Leighboy, Papa Smurf, Nick Reverse, and PTMC. This powerful lineup promises to deliver an immersive and unforgettable night of cutting-edge electronic music for fans across Australia.
Performing nationally across the tour, Ann Clue is a powerhouse in the global techno scene, and is celebrated for her high-energy performances at top festivals like Awakenings, EDC Las Vegas, and Time Warp. Moritz Hofbauer adds a melodic touch with his deep house and techno beats, blending classical influences with electronic sounds honed through performances at Europe’s premier venues and festivals.
The tour will also feature local support acts in each city: Handsdown & Leighboy in Brisbane, renowned for their innovative fusion of minimal and techno and electrifying sets at festivals like Rainbow Serpent and Elrow; Nick Reverse in Sydney, the dynamic founder of the We Love brand and a prominent figure in Australia’s underground scene; Papa Smurf in Melbourne, a veteran of Australia’s trance scene known for his charismatic, nostalgia-fueled sets; and PTMC in Perth, co-founder of Midnight Elevator and a master of immersive soundscapes with a strong presence in the West Coast’s underground scene and on RTRFM’s Out To Lunch show.
BORIS BREJCHA: AUSTRALIA TOUR – JANUARY 2025
Supports from Ann Clue and Moritz Hofbauer
Local supports from Handsdown & Leighboy (Brisbane), Nick Reverse (Sydney), Papa Smurf (Melbourne), and PTMC (Perth)
Fri 17th Jan 2025 – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
Sat 18th Jan 2025 – Carriageworks, Sydney LOW TICKETS
Sat 25th Jan 2025 – Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne
Sun 26th Jan 2025 – Metro City, Perth – FINAL TICKETS
Boris Brejcha’s journey in music began with a profound childhood experience that ignited his passion for electronic sounds. Born in Ludwigshafen, Germany, in 1981, Boris overcame adversity and found solace in music after a tragic incident in his youth. His early encounters with electronic beats sparked a fascination that led him to start producing music at just twelve years old.
Since his debut performance at the Universo Paralello Festival in Brazil in 2006, Boris Brejcha has captured audiences worldwide with his unique style. Drawing inspiration from the Brazilian Carnival, he adopted the Joker mask as his trademark, symbolising his enigmatic presence on stage.
Through his label Fckng Serious, Boris has cemented his place in the music industry, releasing an extensive catalogue of tracks that showcase his pioneering genre, “High-Tech Minimal.” His electrifying sets, including performances for Cercle, and at iconic venues like Tomorrowland, have amassed over 160 million views online, solidifying his status as a global phenomenon.
As Boris continues to push boundaries with his music, his Australian tour promises to deliver an unparalleled experience for fans Down Under. Each performance will radiate with Boris Brejcha’s electrifying talent and infectious energy, captivating audiences with his pulsating beats and innovative soundscapes.
Tickets on sale now. For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.com.au.
For further info on Boris Brejcha, visit:
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Forged in the fires of 1988’s thrash metal scene, Wellington’s SHIHAD quickly evolved into one of Australia’s most beloved bands. SHIHAD (Jon Toogood, Karl Kippenberger, Phil Knight, Tom Larkin) has sold over a quarter of a million records, released ten studio albums, received multiple ARIA nominations, won countless Aotearoa Music Awards and toured endlessly through the world’s most loved clubs, festivals, and arenas. Touring with metal icons like Faith No More, Tool, Back Sabbath, Motorhead and one of their biggest early influences, AC/DC. Live is where SHIHAD is truly an oversized presence.
In 2010 SHIHAD were inducted into the Aotearoa’s Music Hall of Fame, firmly establishing themselves as New Zealand’s biggest rock band.
With gaps between albums increasing, growing commitments outside the band, and band members’ inability to give SHIHAD the time, focus and dedication it needed and deserved, they made the hard call to end the band. While opinions within differ, they are united in agreement that half-assing SHIHAD was never an option.
To celebrate thirty-six years of memories and milestones, the band announces Loud Forever – The Final Tour.
“We’ve had as much fun as we’ve had moments of disappointment and of anger,” Karl says. “But we’ve also had some real special moments.”
“The fundamental chemistry and makeup of what makes SHIHAD special and what makes SHIHAD work requires certain things to be in place,” Tom explains. “When you can’t sustain those things or plan for those things, it takes away from SHIHAD being something that makes sense. It’s about a shared commitment and a shared energy.”
Phil muses. “You know, personal relationships and professional work don’t always survive forever. But we’ve lived it all. We really have. We’ve lived the life that so many musicians would give their right arm for.”
“We need to pay homage to the legacy of this band, because it’s meant so much to us and also to the people that have supported us,” Jon says, before adding, “We’re gonna fucking hit it!”
SHIHAD’s songbook is teeming with iconic tunes like Run, The General Electric, La La Land, Pacifier, My Mind’s Sedate, Deb’s Night Out, Gimme Gimme, Wait and See and the brutal I Only Said (1993), their highest charting single which pounded its way to No.3. And, you can’t forget Home Again, their instant classic that became an anthem not just for SHIHAD, but for all Kiwis abroad.
The upcoming LOUD FOREVER tour offers both the band and its nation of fans the opportunity of a fittingly loud and raucous farewell.
Discography:
Churn (1993)
Killjoy (1995)
Shihad (1996)
The General Electric (1999)
Pacifier (2002)
Love Is the New Hate (2005)
Beautiful Machine (2008)
Ignite (2010)
FVEY (2014)
Old Gods (2021)
SHIHAD
The Final Tour
Loud Forever 1988 – 2025
With Special Guests Battlesnake & BodyJar (Melb Only)
Thursday 13 Feb
With Special guests, Battlesnake tix on sale from https://bit.ly/4fcN4Br
Friday 14 Feb
With Special guests, Battlesnake tix on sale from https://bit.ly/3UJierT
Friday 21 Feb
With Special guests, Battlesnake tix on sale from https://bit.ly/3UJierT
Friday 28 Feb
With Special guests, Battlesnake tix on sale from https://bit.ly/3UG07Tp
Friday 7 Mar Forum
With Special guests, Bodyjar and Battlesnake tix on sale from https://bit.ly/3UJierT
Pitch Music & Arts has confirmed their return for the eighth iteration, set to take place from March 7-11 2025. The festival home in the Grampian Plains will once again transform into a rhapsody of creativity and connection.
On Thursday 7 November, the festival shared a video on social media teasing its return in 2025, asking their community the poignant question of how dancing makes them feel. A second video, released today, soundtracked by Joy Orbison’s ‘flight fm’ and ‘better’, hinted at the potential featured artist and revealed the hugely anticipated lineup will drop on Tuesday 19 November.
Following three consecutive sold-out events, the ticket ballot system will return for 2025 and is now open for registrations. Ballot draw, on sale dates and more information regarding tickets will be announced alongside the lineup next week.
Last year’s lineup included top-tier electronic acts including Gerd Janson, I Hate Models, Job Jobse, Spray, XCLUB, Bambonou, Chippy Nonstop, Narciss, Mac Declos, Sedef Adasï, Hasvat Informant, and many more.
This year, Pitch’s festival stages will take on new forms with a bigger and bolder Pitch One stage, a re-imagined Pitch Black, and the iconic red orb of the Resident Advisor stage returning. The festival’s Arts Programme, Pitch Pavillion wellness area, and Precinct will also be back, joined by the latest addition, Club Serra. Designed as an ode to community, Club Serra’s programming has been carefully curated to celebrate local talent. Pitch also shared several event updates with its community.
Pitch Music & Arts is a rich tapestry of sound, art, and community, unfolding over four indulgent days. With state-of-the-art Funktion-One sound systems enhancing each uniquely designed stage, the festival creates an immersive experience for like-minded electronic music enthusiasts, establishing itself as an unmissable destination for festival-goers worldwide.
Stay tuned to Pitch’s social media channels and website for more updates. For more information, and to enter the ballot, REGISTER HERE.
Pitch Music & Arts is brought to you by Untitled Group, the largest independent music and events company in Australia and the masterminds behind such festivals as Beyond The Valley, Wildlands, Ability Fest & more.
Charlie Needs Braces is back with a new single ‘This Land’ + Accompanying collage video + Announces NYAA WA (Take Care) Album for 2025
Playful with a powerful message, Charlie Needs Braces is back with a new single ‘This Land’ that calls for everyone to learn the history and heritage of the land you are on, and announces an upcoming album NYAA WA (meaning Take Care) out Thursday 20 February. The new single is accompanied by a collage inspired video working with collaborator and director Master Kapow, following on from her last single ‘Dyarrubin’, and is out Wednesday 13 September. Getting ready for a summer of live shows, Charlie and Miri will perform at Djerriwarrh Festival and The Town this November, and join The Teskey Brothers in January 2025 for A Day On The Green.
A proud GuriNgai woman and direct descendant of Bungaree and Matora, Charlie’s new single celebrates First Nations people’s connection to Country and the importance of learning the individual history behind the names and places. In true Charlie fashion a lush soundscape of their signature harmonies and bird calls of Australian wildlife, set to her looping drum beats. ‘‘This Land’ is inspired by the deep meaning and stories embedded in the Aboriginal names of places. Each name carries a history, a connection to the land, and valuable information about the area. Through this song, I wanted to highlight the importance of these Indigenous names and the stories they tell, encouraging all of us to reconnect with and respect the true heritage of the places we live in.’ – Charlie Needs Braces
Created and directed by Master Kapow, the ‘This Land’ video clip was created collage style with layered images of animals and plants from old National Geographic magazines, maps and street signs, and an Aboriginal map highlighting the traditional names of places in Australia. Miri and Charlie are layered amongst the patchworked landscape, travelling to different places and planets in the universe.
‘The goal was to create a visual experience that mirrors the song’s message—celebrating the deep, interconnected stories of the land. It was a challenging and slow process but so rewarding after seeing the final product, and I’m proud of how it all came together by the end.’ – Master Kapow, Director and Videographer
Charlie Needs Braces has drawn in audiences across Australia, her energetic musical landscapes weaving together stories and language. She is also known for her work with Casey Donovan, The Teskey Brothers, The Seven Ups, and Tek Tek Ensemble. Her debut album ‘Saltwater People’ saw her single and video clip featured on RAGE, was triple j Unearthed Artists of the Week, and was recently featured on the ABC documentary ‘Changing Tides’ as part of a NAIDOC week special. Following the album’s release, Charlie has performed across Australia at the Share the Spirit Festival, Woodford Folk Festival, Burramatta Festival, Far East Music Festival, St Kilda Festival, Sydney Road Street Party, Wominjeka Festival, Tanglewood, Oops A Daisy, The Town, and supported the likes of Ziggy Ramo, Kee’ahn, Cookin on 3 Burners, and Harry Angus. Her most recent release ‘Dyarrubin’ saw her video on Rage, with community radio adds on 2SER, Koori Radio, RTR FM, PBS FM, Edge Radio, and more, with playlist spots on Spotify’s Big Ancestor Energy and Original Storytellers.
Remember to recognise the traditional land you’re on while listening to Charlie’s ‘This Land’.
‘This Land’ out Wednesday 13 November
Out via Gyrostream + Bandcamp
Upcoming Shows:
‘This Land’ Single Launch
Thursday 14 November
The Toff in Town, VIC
With Woody Samson + Tanya George
Doors 7:30pm AEDT
Tickets
Djerriwarrh Festival
Saturday 23 November
Melton, Victoria
Free Event
The Town
Friday 29 November – 2 December
Licola, Gippsland
Saturday 7 – Monday 9 December
Folk Rhythm & Life
Eldorado, VIC
Tickets
Sunday 15 December
All Ages Show
Brunswick Ballroom, VIC
Monday 30 December 2024 – Thursday 2 January 2025
Tanglewood Festival
Thornton, VIC
Tickets
A Day On The Green 2025
The Teskey Brothers with Band of Horses, Sierra Ferrell, CMAT, Charlie Needs Braces
Wednesday 8 January 2025 Burswood Park Burswood, Western Australia
Friday 10 January 2025 Peter Lehmann Wines Tanunda, South Australia
Saturday 11 January 2025 Mt Duneed Estate Geelong, Victoria
Sunday 12 January 2025 Centennial Vineyards Bowral, New South Wales
Saturday 18 January 2025 Bimbadgen Pokolbin, New South Wales
Sunday 19 January 2025 Sirromet Wines Mount Cotton Queensland
National Folk Festival
17 – 21 April 2025
Exhibition Park , Canberra ACT
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U.S. MUSICIAN AND ACTOR TYLER HILTON ANNOUNCES LONG-AWAITED AUSTRALIAN RETURN IN 2025
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Set to bring his beloved catalogue of music, including this year’s NO MAN’S LAND EP, American singer-songwriter and actor Tyler Hilton will be back in Australia this summer.
Touring for the first time since 2017, Hilton’s Australian return is long-anticipated, as much as it is an excellent opportunity for new waves of fans to connect with the artist through his acclaimed live show. Performing music from across his entire catalogue, including favourites featured in the iconic One Tree Hill series, Hilton is coming back to Australia packed with all the goods.
Releasing No Man’s Land in July, Hilton has been revelling in a new creative chapter of his career. In the years that have passed since his last Australian visit, Hilton has been kept busy with a variety of projects across music and film – including composition work for the Margot Robbie-produced film My Old Ass and writing his first children’s book, Daddy Live In Concert, due for release in 2025.
The release of No Man’s Land signalled a return to rich sonic form for Hilton and from it, the excitement for Hilton’s eventual return to stages soon followed. For Australian fans, this tour is a way for Hilton to reconnect with his “favourite place on Earth”.
“I have been DYING to get back to Oz since I came for the first time ever in ‘17. Meant to get right back then the pandemic happened and it took a sec for me to get everything back on track. I had no concept of Australia before I came. No real idea of the culture or what the cities looked like.. it just hadn’t really spent much time in my brain. I landed in Sydney, hit Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Perth and my life was changed. I was like, “What is this magical place??”
The food! The people! The beaches! The coffee! I still drink flat whites as my daily drink to this day after that trip. I bought an acoustic guitar there from a local luthier to help commemorate my time there. I wanted to hold onto it so badly. Anyway, the point is, I’m BEYOND excited to be returning and so thankful to still have a fan base there to justify the trip!!” TYLER HILTON
Regarding his return to music via the No Man’s Land project, Hilton is open about how creating this record reignited a passion for his artistry and importantly, his connection to the performance aspect of the craft.
Re-emerging from the period of pandemic-induced downtime, as well as time spent on other projects and simply enjoying family life, Hilton has a hunger for being in front of audiences sharing in music together once more.
“I remembered how important playing live was to my soul and my artistry, and how hard it was to replicate anything close to that musically in a studio setting. Not to mention reconnecting with the fans.. who I missed so much during the pandemic!
Once I started I didn’t want to stop and figured I should let that energy carry me around the world for the first time in a long time to reconnect, sing old songs, and share some new ones. This is truly a tour unlike any other I’ve ever done. I’ve never missed the fans more or appreciated them more fully.” TYLER HILTON
For a whole generation of fans, Hilton’s notoriety is timeless – his role as Chris Keller on the iconic teen sports drama One Tree Hill enshrined his position within the legacy of 2000s US television; while his accolades as a performer have continued to grow.
Whether it was portraying a young Elvis Presley in the Academy Award winning film Walk The Line (a film Hilton also featured on the soundtrack of); appearing in Taylor Swift’s iconic ‘Teardrops On My Guitar’ music video; or going on to achieve two Top 40 Billboard Singles and touring with the likes of Swift, Keith Urban, John Mayer and more, Tyler Hilton has maintained a strong following and presence between the worlds of film and music.
Tyler’s tour marks the first shows in Australia for the leading independent concert and entertainment production company MRG LIVE which is based in Canada. The MRG Group has offices and venues in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Victoria and New York; operates 9 venues and 10 hospitality properties. The company produces over 500 concerts a year with a wide range performers and is expanding its activity to Australia under the leadership of Josh Lane who had previously been an agent in Australia for over 10 years and is now based in Toronto working MRG on developing an Australian-North American talent pipeline for the company.
PRAISE
“His talent for creating moments of shared vulnerability and joy with his listeners is undeniable.”
MELODIC MAGAZINE
“…carefully crafted arrangements and considered song structures, the record is an intimate piece of Americana…”
XSNOISE
“…tantalizing wisps of velvety momentum, harmonic fluency, and the marvelously textured surfaces of Tyler Hilton’s dulcet voice.”
POPDUST
TYLER HILTON AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES
Tickets via www.mrglive.com
MRG Presale: 9am AEDT, Wednesday 13 November
General Onsale: 9am AEDT, Thursday 14 November
Thursday 6 February Lefty’s Music Hall Brisbane Tickets
Friday 7 February Mary’s Underground Sydney Tickets
Saturday 8 February Northcote Social Club Melbourne Tickets
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Meadow 10 returns for 2025 announcing it will be the final festival at the Bambra Bowl + Announces first act, MJ Lenderman (USA)
One Full Circle. Meadow Number 10. Our Last Festival
“An exciting testament to the sheer diversity of local talent which forms our thriving music landscape” – Beat Magazine
“The Meadow Festival is fast becoming one of the most deftly curated events on the country’s live music calendar” – Dan Condon, ABC (Double J)
“Meadow: is this hyper-local micro-festival the way forward for Australian music?”
– The Guardian
Victoria’s beloved surf coast festival Meadow is returning to the Bambra Bowl in March 2025, for their 10th and final installation of the event. With the full 2025 line-up announced soon, the team are thrilled to welcome American songwriter and multi-instrumentalist MJ Lenderman, who will be back in Australia for a special performance on the Meadow Stage.
From humble beginnings on the back of a delivery truck, powered by a borrowed generator, in a mate’s paddock in Bambra, Meadow has grown and developed a loyal community and reputation for presenting line-ups on the cutting edge of contemporary music each autumn. The small, and every bit iconic, stage has hosted the likes of Kurt Vile, Lucy Dacus, Confidence Man, King Gizzard & The Lizard, Angie McMahon, Stella Donnelly, King Stingray, Camp Cope, Methyl Ethel, TFS, Black Midi and many more emerging and established local artists over the last decade.
MJ Lenderman – Credit: Charlie Boss
A hero with the guitar, a poet with the pen (or perhaps the notepad app on his phone) and a songwriter for the ages, MJ Lenderman has skyrocketed to notoriety with the delivery of his near perfect fourth record, Manning Fireworks. It’s impossible to comprehend how this album carries such a throw-away insouciance but harbours some of the sharpest lyrical couplets you could encounter amidst its layers of distortion and rusted-wire guitar solos. It’s like screaming “I don’t care!” at the top of your lungs whilst carefully putting something back together that you’ve just smashed to pieces but doing it in such a way that it’s a thousand times more meaningful, beautiful and precious than it ever was before.
Following his 2022 breakout record Boat Songs, MJ was seen trotting laps around the globe in fellow breakout act Wednesday, alongside touring his own music, as his audience awaited his next release. Described by Pitchfork as ‘witty, sincere, and the mark of a songwriter finding his voice’, MJ Lenderman will be bringing all of the magic of Manning Fireworks to Bambra next year for Meadow’s final festival.
Every vehicle attending the festival will require a car pass. All proceeds support replanting native trees and shrubs across the festival site and surrounding areas (via East Otway Landcare). Hundreds of baby trees from past plantings will be starting to mature by the time punters arrive in autumn!
The “Bambra Express” bus passes are available for the 2025 event.
A $62 + BF return pass will get you from Melbourne Southern Cross Station to Bambra and back again.
With a cosy capacity of 1500 tickets, Meadow’s intimate environment provides a one off opportunity to experience an all-mighty party, guided by the finest musical programme to bid farewell to the Bambra hills one last time.
Limited Release Tickets are on sale Tuesday 12 November for Meadow Number 10.
Tickets can be purchased via www.meadowmf.com
Triple R and Forte Presents MEADOW 2025
Dates – March 21-23, 2025
Music, Camping, BYO
Location – Bambra
Lineup:
MJ Lenderman
+ More to be announced
Limited Release tickets are now on sale for $278+ BF
Teenagers accompanied by adults can join the festivities but require a full ticket, while children under 12 enter for free.
GLAMPING
Glamping starts at $400 – $580
Glamping for 2 with queen bed
Glamping for 2 with single beds
Glamping for 4 with two queen beds
Glamping for 4 with single beds
‘THIS NEVER HAPPENED’ RETURNS TO AUSTRALIA FOR PHONE FREE EVENT FEATURING MASSANE & EMBRZ
Friday 17 January – 170 Russell, Melbourne
Saturday 18th January – Liberty Hall, Sydney
Untitled Group, together with Lane 8’s renowned label ‘This Never Happened,’ have announced two exclusive events set to take place this January. With melodic house DJs Massane and EMBRZ taking on the two headline slots, alongside Samantha Loveridge, the unparalleled, immersive, phone-free event is set to take place in both Melbourne and Sydney.
Created by globally renowned DJ and producer Daniel Goldstein, known as Lane 8, the ‘This Never Happened’ concept was born out of a desire for audiences to fully engage with the music without distraction. Since its inception in 2016, the series has invited fans to experience music more intimately, asking them to put their phones away and “experience the moment, don’t record it,” a philosophy that continues to resonate across each show and gathering.
After debuting the event in Australia to sold-out success in 2023, fans can once again expect a deeply atmospheric show without phone screens or cameras – a rare chance to experience the music wholeheartedly with no distractions.
Headlining the event in both Sydney and Melbourne will be Massane and EMBRZ, supported by Samantha Loveridge.
French melodic house DJ and producer, Massane, is known for his signature blend of sonic textures and ability to evoke deep emotion through his music. The artist has drawn widespread attention since his debut EP ‘Visage 1 (No Return)’ on Lane 8’s label, ‘This Never Happened,’ in 2020 and has recently released his ‘Visage EP 7 (Spin My Head)’ in 2024. His sunrise live set for Dawn on the French Riviera, with its captivating visuals and guitar-led tracks, has amassed over 1.5 million views to date proving he is a tour-de-force in the current melodic house landscape.
Dublin-based DJ, producer and singer-songwriter EMBRZ (Jack Casey) is globally celebrated for his chill house sound that seamlessly blends tranquil house melodies with heartfelt lyrics. Known for hits like “Where You Are” and his latest album In ‘Our Own Way’ (2023), EMBRZ has gained a dedicated following and fan base with over 200 million streams to his name and over a dozen sold-out shows worldwide including New York and Toronto.
This Never Happened’s two exclusive events are supported by Untitled Group. Untitled Group is Australia’s largest independently owned music and events company, renowned as the masterminds behind much-loved festivals, including Beyond The Valley, Pitch Music & Arts, Wildlands, Ability Fest and more.
The first instalment of This Never Happened will take place in Melbourne at 170 Russell on Friday 17 January and will finish up in Sydney at Liberty Hall on Saturday 18 January.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to truly disconnect and experience an event live, with no distractions.
Presale Registration HERE
Presale tickets go on sale Wednesday 13 November 11AM AEDT
Tickets on sale Thursday 14 November 11AM AEDT
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