Tag: Rise

Posted on by Lauren Katulka

Rise Up With Stellar Moon’s Transcendent New Soul Single

Wednesdays can put you in a bit of slump, but proud Nyikina Jarndoo (woman) and First Nations artist Stellar Moon’s latest single “Rise” has just the right energy to get you over the hump. It’s an infectious funk-soul ditty with empowering lyrics that might just have you believing that you can accomplish anything. “Rise” comes from Stellar Moon’s forthcoming album PHASES, slated for release on March 7.

Speaking of the album’s inspiration, Stellar Moon says, “Just like the Moon, we all go through patches of both darkness and luminance in life, sometimes we bask in the light and sometimes we hang out in the shadow. It’s all needed and important. No matter what phase we are in, like the Moon, we are still always whole.”

This single celebrates that concept, with Stellar Moon noting that, “No matter what ‘phase’ you’re going through in life, just like the Moon, you’re always whole and just like the Moon, you too will RISE again!”

I don’t know about you, but reading Stellar Moon’s wise, positive words and how they relate to her music just makes me want to spend time basking in her aura. Stellar Moon has plenty of upcoming shows, so you might just get that chance!

8 February 2024 – Gallery Gardens, Kariyarra, Ngarla and Njamal Country/Port Hedland (FREE @ 6pm)
9 February 2024 – The Tambrey, Ngarluma/Karratha (FREE @ 7pm)
11 February 2024 – The Mermaid Hotel, Maurjuga/Dampier (FREE @ 5:30pm)
14 February 2024 – Regional Sounds, Yamatji/Geraldton (6:30pm)
16 February 2024 – Cutler & Smith, Yamatji/Geraldton (8pm)
17 February 2024 – Kakka Alley Brewing Co, Jurien Bay Yamatji (6pm)
18 February 2024 – Jurien Beach Café, Yamatji/Jurien Bay (FREE @ 2pm)
22 February 2024 – One L of a Good Feed, Yamatji/Carnamah (FREE @ 8:30pm)
23 February 2024 – King Road Brewery Co, Noongar Boodja/Oldbury (FREE @ 7pm)
24 February 2024 – The Fremantle Fibonacci Centre, Walyalup on Whadjuk Noongar Boodja/Fremantle (6:30 pm)
25 February 2024 – The Rosemount, Boorloo on Whadjuk Noongar Boodja/North Perth (6pm)
29 February 2024 – The River Hotel, Wardandi Boodja/Margaret River (7pm)
1 – 4 March 2024 – Nannup Music Festival, Wardandi and Bibbulmun Country/Nannup
7 March 2024 – Porongurups Hall, Minang Country/Porongurup (6:30pm)
8 February 2024 – Stirling Club Albany, Menang Noongar Boodja/Albany
9 March 2024 – The Dam, Menang Noongar Boodja/Denmark (FREE @ 1pm)
10 March 2024 – Wilsons Brewery Bar @ Menang Noongar Boodja/Albany (FREE @ 1pm)
14 March 2024 – Gatsbys Skyline, Murram Noongar Boodja/Manjimup (6:30 pm)
15 March 2024 – Brewhous, Margaret River/Wardandi Boodja (FREE @ 4:30pm)
16 March 2024 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River/Wardandi Boodja (FREE @ 9:30pm)
17 March 2024 – Caves House, Wardandi Boodja/Yallingup (FREE @ 6pm)
27 April 2024 – Convention Centre Chinatown, Rubibi/Broome (ALBUM LAUNCH)

Photo credit: Hazel Blake

Posted on by Lauren Katulka

Josh Setterfield Drops Smash New Single “Stay” Ahead of First Local Headlining Show

Rising country artist Josh Setterfield has impressed me time and again with his releases. His latest single “Stay” is another banger which infuses country with a hint of rock edge. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself humming this one for the rest of the day. It’s a serious earworm!

“Stay” comes from Josh’s EP Rise, which is full of those tracks that had me raving. If you’re already a fan like me, it’s a great reminder of just how much awesome material he’s released. And if you’re new to the party, consider this your introduction. Josh will play his first ever Aussie headline show in his hometown of Meeanjin/Brisbane at the Arcana Empress Theatre on January 13 as part of his Kinda World Tour. Tickets are on sale now from Eventbrite.

Image used with permission from DWM Entertainment

Posted on by Lauren Katulka

Amber Lawrence and Casey Donovan Join Forces for “Rise”

Amber Lawrence has enlisted the help of Casey Donovan for her latest single “Rise”. Country and soul music seem like strange bedfellows, but these two distinctive voices complement one another perfectly.

“Rise is a powerhouse song vocally, and the inspiring lyric of this song was best shared with two voices, so I couldn’t have dreamed up anyone better to sing with than the amazing Casey Donovan,” Amber gushed. “She’s an incredible singer, artist, and person, and I’m just so proud of the musical moment we’ve achieved together with ‘Rise’”

Amber had a massive 2022, playing more than 80 shows, including Carols by Candlelight, Gympie Music Muster, and supporting Tony Hadley. Her album Living for the Highlights, which this single comes from, was also the highest selling album by a female country artist. 2023 is also starting big, with Amber recognised as female artist of the year at the recent Golden Guitar Awards. She’s also scheduled a whole lot of shows, so there are no shortage of places to see her play.

11 February 2023 – The Cobargo Show @ Cobargo Showground, Cubago/Cobargo (with Catherine Britt)
3 March 2023 – Milton Show @ Milton Showground, Budawang Country/Milton
4 March 2023 – Country by the Bay, Bunurong Country/Frankston
10 March 2023 – Sandigo Hall, Wiradjuri Country/Sandigo (with Paul Costa)
11 March 2023 – Stock Route Country Music Festival @ Lazy River Estate, Tubbagah Country/Dubbo
19 March 2023 – Meatstock Melbourne, Naarm/Melbourne
25 March 2023 – Club Forbes, Wiradjuri Country/Forbes
26 March 2023 – Sunset Bash @ Penrith Panthers, Darug Country/Penrith
15 April 2023 – Meatstock Toowoomba, Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair Country/Toowomba
7 May 2023 – Meatstock Sydney, Eora/Sydney
10 May 2023 – Cardinia Cultural Centre, Naarm/Melbourne
11 June 2023 – The Oaks Hotel, Dharawal Country/The Oaks (with Luke O’Shea)
18 June 2023 – Camden Hotel, Benkennie/Camden (with Luke O’Shea)
5-12 August 2023 – Tunes in the Tropics, Fiji
23 September 2023 – Arco Bar, Bunurong Country/Heatherton
1-8 December 2023 – Cruisin’ Country

Image used with permission from Revolutions per Minute