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Rogue Traders Releasing Double Disc

Rogue Traders are closing one chapter and beginning the next with the release of The Sound of Drums.

The double disc features a greatest hits collection, which features songs from Rogue Traders’ first three albums, and the band’s brand new studio album, Night of the Living Drums.

“Ten years is a huge milestone for any band,” said Rogue Traders’ creative force James Ash. “This record sums up what we’ve done so far – and also lays down our plans for the future!”

The Sound of Drums hit stores on November 11. Ash and Rogue Traders frontwoman Mindi Jackson will hit the promotional trail next month to support the release ahead of a full-scale tour in the New Year.

Image used with permission from Revolutions Per Minute

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Rogue Traders Get Hearts Beating with Socceroos World Cup Song

The Rogue Traders hope to lead the Socceroos to World Cup victory with their song “Pulse of the Nation.” The track will be the team’s official 2010 FIFA World Cup song, and you can be part of it.

Pulse of the Nation events will be held at Westfield shopping centres around Australia this week. At these sessions the heartbeats of shoppers will be recorded via special digital stethescopes. These heartbeats will then form the beat for the Rogue Traders track. The names of all heartbeat donators will be printed in a commemorative book to be presented to the Socceroos during their World Cup campaign in South Africa.

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“Being asked to support the Socceroos on their World Cup campaign is perhaps the greatest single honour we have received in our careers. We are also delighted to be able to involve the general public in the creation of this song – to literally bring together the heartbeats of our nation – and to combine them into one, inspirational moment. That way we can all cheer our boys onto victory,” said Rogue Traders’ James Ash and Mindi Jackson in a statement.

You can listen out for your heartbeat when the song becomes available online on May 24. It’ll also feature on the Rogue Traders upcoming album Night of the Living Drums, which will hit stores on June 25.

If you want to get involved, just visit the following Westfield shopping centres.

Westfield Bondi, NSW (6-9 May 2010) – 10 am to 3 pm daily and 6 pm to 9 pm on Thursday
Westfield Liverpool, NSW (6-9 May 2010) – 10 am to 3 pm daily and 6 pm to 9 pm on Thursday
Westfield Carindale, Qld (6-9 May 2010) – 10 am to 3 pm daily and 6 pm to 9 pm on Thursday
Westfield Fountain Gate, Vic (6-9 May 2010) – 10 am to 3 pm daily and 6 pm to 9 pm on Thursday
Westfield Tea Tree Plaza, SA (6-9 May 2010) – 10 am to 3 pm and 6 pm to 9 pm on Thursday, 11 am to 4 pm Friday to Sunday
Westfield Carousel, WA (6-8 May 2010) – 10 am to 3 pm daily and 6 pm to 9 pm on Thursday

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Would You Raise Your Hands for the Rogue Traders?

“Would You Raise Your Hands?”, the new single from the new look Rogue Traders hit radio this morning. The glam-inspired electro tune is the second track the band has released with new lead singer Mindi Jackson.

I must admit, I wasn’t sure how the Rogue Traders would replace Natalie Bassingthwaighte. But after watching the band perform on breakfast TV recently I’ve changed my tune. Mindi put her own stamp on the band’s back catalogue, performing with plenty of energy and flair. She’s more than simply a great performer though, as she co-wrote many of the tracks on the band’s upcoming release Night of the Living Drums. The album will hit record stores this June.

To celebrate the new single the Rogue Trader’s will play a very special one-off launch show at Star City’s Lyric Theatre on April 10.  You can expect to get a sneak peek of the album, plus hear all your old favourites. Tickets are available for the all-ages show through Ticketmaster now.

Image used with permission from Sony Music Australia

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Rogue Traders Get a New Singer

Almost a year since Natalie Bassingthwaighte left the band, the Rogue Traders have found a new front person. James Ash updated fans with the news on an online blog last week, but said it was too early to name names.

“We kind of wanted to find someone ourselves; someone who didn’t come looking for us; someone who didn’t expect to be found,” he explained. “We looked everywhere – where you would expect, and where you certainly wouldn’t. It took a very long time. Naturally, once we found the right person, we knew instantly.”

James has spent the last year writing new songs, so it shouldn’t be too long before we hear some new Rogue Traders material.

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Nat Bass Opens Up About Rogue Traders Split

It’s been a month now since Natalie Bassingthwaighte split from mega dance outfit the Rogue Traders. We’ve heard from lovable Rogue James Ash, the fans, in fact everyone but the girl herself. Until now.

Nat spoke to The Sunday Telegraph today from London to set the record straight.

Firstly, her relationship with Rogue Traders drummer Cameron McGlinchey didn’t go sour. In fact, nothing could be further from the truth!

“Cam and I are so together. I love him to pieces. I’m missing him, so he’s coming here and I can’t wait,” she gushed.

She says the decision to leave the band was a difficult one, but necessary. James wanted to continue his career, and Nat decided it wasn’t fair for him to sit around waiting for her to come back to the fold while she pursued her solo one.

“It’s always hard when people make up their own stories and don’t know the truth. I guess you could make the decision to go out there and say: ‘No, no, no’ and do 20 million interviews and tell everyone what the real story is.”

Instead of doing that, Nat got away from it all. It sounds like a much nicer option!

“I actually went on holidays with my best friend to Paris and Spain and all around the globe, chilling out. I had the best time. I just needed to relax and be somewhere people didn’t know who I am.”

But Nat Bass fans don’t have too long to wait before she returns to the spotlight. Her first solo single is out in October, the same month she’ll host the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. Add to that her hosting duties for the next series of So You Think You Can Dance in 2009, and Nat’s going to be one busy bee!

Image source: Whinging Pom @ Wikimedia Commons

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Natalie Bassingthwaighte Splits from Rogue Traders

Natalie Bassingthwaighte has left her Rogue Traders bandmates to pursue her solo career.

Nat originally planned to take time off to record a solo release, but the band have decided to make the split a permanent one.

“As I’m sure every single one of you already knows, this tour was always expected to be our last tour for some time, as we knew Nat was going to work on solo and other commitments, which could take some years to complete,” James Ash said on the band’s online forum.

“Because of this, sadly, after a great deal of consideration we’ve come to the conclusion that as Nat’s career choices are taking her in new and exciting directions, she won’t be able to be a part of the Rogue Traders.

“Nat and I both want you to know that we part company as best friends, with a deep love and respect for each other and what we have achieved over the last three and a half years.”

It’s amazing to think she’s only been with the band since 2004. Natalie’s distinctive vocals gave the band top ten hits including “Voodoo Child,” “Way To Go,” “Watching You,” “Don’t You Wanna Feel” and “I Never Liked You.” Her presence in the band will be sorely missed.

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See The Rogue Traders While You Can

The Rogue Traders are hitting the road next month for what may be their last tour for some time.

Keyboardist James Ash said the band will take a break to allow lead singer Natalie Bassingthwaighte to pursue her career.

“With Nat going to do a solo record, this will be the last tour we do for 18 months or two years,” he told The Daily Telegraph.

Somewhere in there she’ll also find time to continue her So You Think You Can Dance hosting duties. What a busy girl!

Here’s when when the Rogue Traders are visiting you. Tickets to all shows go on sale on March 17.

28 and 29 April 2008 – Regent Theatre, Yarram
30 April 2008 – Arts Centre, Frankston
1 May 2008 – The Wool Exchange, Geelong
2 May 2008 – The Woolshed, Ballarat
3 May 2008 – Billboard, Melbourne
11 May 2008 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
13 May 2008 – Town Hall, Horsham
14 May 2008 – Roi Bar, Albury
15 May 2008 – ANU, Canberra
16 May 2008 – Waves, Wollongong
17 May 2008 – Big Top Luna Park, Sydney
18 May 2008 – Evan Theatre, Penrith Panthers
20 May 2008 – Workers Club, Revesby
21 May 2008 – Central Coast Leagues Club, Gosford
22 May 2008 – Newcastle Panthers
23 May 2008 – Coffs Harbour Ex-Services Club
24 May 2008 – Lismore Workers Club
25 May 2008 – Twin Towns, Tweed Heads
27 May 2008 – Civic Centre, Nambour
28 May 2008 – Tivoli, Brisbane
29 May 2008 – Rumours, Toowoomba

Image source: Toby Forage @ Flickr 

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Delta Bags Another Number One

Aussie golden girl Delta Goodrem knocked Matchbox Twenty off the top spot when her new album Delta debuted at number one this week. The single “This Life” is holding firm at number three after spending a couple of weeks at the top of the singles charts.

Local dance act Rogue Traders are also making their presence felt on the ARIA charts. Their second album Better in the Dark has slipped from number four to number five this week. “Don’t You Wanna Feel” is holding steady at number 10 on the singles charts.

The Veronicas haven’t released their new album yet, but if the success of “Hook Me Up” is any indication it’s going to be another chart topper. After five weeks in the top ten, it’s still sitting pretty at number five on the charts.

Here’s the complete top 10:

Australian singles chart

  1. The Way I Are – Timbaland Feat. Keri Hilson
  2. Beautiful Girls – Sean Kingston
  3. In This Life – Delta Goodrem
  4. Hey There Delilah – Plain White T’s
  5. Hook Me Up – The Veronicas
  6. Gimme More – Britney Spears
  7. How Far We’ve Come – Matchbox Twenty
  8. Into The Night – Santana Feat. Chad Kroeger
  9. Stronger – Kanye West
  10. Don’t You Wanna Feel – Rogue Traders

Australian albums chart

  1. Delta – Delta Goodrem
  2. Exile On Mainstream – Matchbox Twenty
  3. All The Lost Souls – James Blunt
  4. Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace – Foo Fighters
  5. Better In The Dark – Rogue Traders
  6. Ultimate Santana – Santana
  7. Magic – Bruce Springsteen
  8. Future (sex/love) Sounds – Justin Timberlake
  9. Hairspray – Soundtrack
  10. Timbaland Presents: Shock Value – Timbaland (INR/UMA)

Image source: Jeanie Mackinder @ Wikimedia Commons