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South Summit Announce Album Tour

South Summit are one of the coolest bands out of Boorloo/Perth, and that’s saying something. They just released their long-awaited debut album The Bliss, and they’re preparing to take their music around Aotearoa/New Zealand and Australia next year.

I encourage you to dive into the album, but if you’re short on time make sure you check out the band’s incredible version of “Roxanne” recording for Triple J’s Like a Version. A band as iconic as The Police set the bar so high, but these guys weren’t afraid of the challenge. It might be that new sound energy talking, but I think this fresh take might even be better than the original.

South Summit are psyched to hit the road with their new material, noting “We’re super looking forward to our AUS/NZ Album Tour next February/March! These are by far the biggest headline shows we’ve ever played, and we can’t wait to get out there and see everyone again. These shows feel a little extra special though, it’s been a while since we’ve toured the whole country, and showcasing our debut album is something we’ve been looking forward to for a long time. We’ve got a brand new live show for you guys, and plenty more treats for ya! See you guys on the road.”

Before that happens, this hardworking band also have plenty of summer festival appearances. Tickets are on sale now for all these shows:

22 November 2024 – The Push AA Tour @ Maydale Pavillion, Wopetbungundilar/Horsham (with The Rions + Jem Cassar-Daley)
24 November 2024 – Live at the Gardens @ Royal Botanic Gardens, Naarm/Melbourne (supporting Tash Sultana)
7 December 2024 – Rolling Sets Festival @ The Entrance Memorial Park, Darkinjung Country/The Entrance
14 December 2024 – Changing Tides Festival @ Kiama Showgrounds, Kiaram-a/Kiama
30 December 2024 – 1 January 2025 – Great Escape Festival @ Redbanks, Larapuna/Nugent
30 December 2024 – 1 January 2025 – NYE on the Hill @ The Farm, Brataualung Country/Loch Valley
4-5 January 2025 – Good Gumnuts Festival @ Agriplex, Pataway/Burnie
14 February 2025 – San Fran, Wellington
15 February 2025 – Double Whammy, Auckland
16 February 2025 – Loons, Christchurch
21 February 2025 – Brightside, Meeanjin/Brisbane
22 February 2025 – Oxford Art Factory, Eora/Sydney
23 February 2025 – Over The Ditch Festival @ The Station, Mulubinba/Newcastle
28 February 2025 – Corner Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
1 March 2025 – Jive Bar, Tarntanya/Adelaide
8 March 2025 – The Rechabite, Boorloo/Perth
14-17 May 2025 – The Great Escape Festival, Brighton

Photo credit: Cedric Tang

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Luca Brasi Announce Tour, Play Goo Goo Dolls For “Like a Version”

Tassie punk-rock act Luca Brasi announced their upcoming tour in style recently, appearing in the triple j studios for Like a Version. As a Goo Goo Dolls fan, I get a little protective over the band’s material, but Luca Brasi’s take on “Iris” is utter perfection.

Luca Brasi were joined in the studio by Naarm/Melbourne indie-folk act Eaglemont, who’ll not so coincidentally play support on all these upcoming shows. OK Hotel are also on the stacked bill. Luca Brasi should be in fine form, as they’ve just wrapped up shows with Canada’s Alexisonfire. Tickets are on sale now.

6 May 2023 – Du Cane Brewery, Launceston
12 May 2023 – Cambridge Hotel, Mulubinba/Newcastle
13 May 2023 – Crowbar, Eora/Sydney
19 May 2023 – Max Watt’s, Naarm/Melbourne
20 May 2023 – The Zoo, Meeanjin/Brisbane
2 June 2023 – Jive Bar, Tartanya/Adelaide
3 June 2023 – Rosemount Hotel, Boorloo/Perth

Image used with permission from Deathproof PR; credit: Tom Wilkinson

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See Ya 2014!

So here it is, my last post for 2014. Time for me to grab a glass of champers and get the party started away from my computer. But I felt it was fitting to leave you with a little something. So in case you missed it when it was on Triple J recently, here is the final Like a Version for the year, Bluejuice and a host of special guests (including Ngaiire, Elana Stone, the guys from The Griswolds, and Andy Bull) covering “End of the Road.” It’s amazing. Farewell 2014 and bring on 2015!

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Triple J Like a Version 9 Nabs Number One

Local compilation album Triple J Like a Version 9 has beaten out strong competition from James Blunt and Lorde to claim the spot at the top of the ARIA albums chart this week. This is the best result for a Like a Version compilation, beating out volume 6 which made it to number two in November 2010. The latest edition features local acts San Cisco, Tame Impala, Vance Joy, Chance Waters, and the fabulous Bonjah.

Tina Arena’s recent appearance on X Factor seems to have done her some good. Her new album Reset debuted at number four. Last week we saw Jessica Mauboy sitting there, but this week her latest album Beautiful has dropped down to number eight.

On the singles chart it’s another X Factor success story. Taylor Henderson’s sitting at number two with his awesome cover of Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.” What a shame this show doesn’t work like The Voice and offer voting credits in exchange for downloads! Last year’s finalist Nathaniel is also making his presence felt. His new single “You” slipped to number six this week, down two spots from last week.

Click below to see the rest of this week’s top tens.

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