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Tribute Mania Ticket Giveaway!

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Have you ever wanted to see The Beatles, Sir Elton John, Queen, The Spice Girls and ABBA live in concert but never had the chance? We’re got the next best thing!

Tribute Mania comes to Melbourne this September, featuring five of Australia’s best tribute bands, performing for one amazing night only! You won’t believe you’re not watching the real thing! Don’t believe us? Check out the promo video below!

We’re super excited to give one lucky person the chance to win a SILVER double pass (valued at $158) to see TRIBUTE MANIA at the Palais Theatre, St Kilda on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016.

To Enter:

Send an email to COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED with the answer to this following question:

Who would you take to see Tribute Mania and why?

With Father’s Day around the corner, it could be the perfect present for Dad; a memorable date for potential lovers; or a fab night out with your favourite girlfriend. Whomever you choose – it’s going to be a really fun show not to be missed!

Rules:

  • Competition is open to residents in Victoria, Australia only.
  • Competition closes on Wednesday August 24th at 5pm AEST.
  • The winner will be announced on Wednesday August 24th, and the winner contacted. If the prize is not claimed by Sunday August 28th, a new winner will be chosen.
  • To claim the prize, the winner must disclose their full name and address. These details will only be shared with PR who will send the prize tickets in the mail.
  • The prize includes two silver tickets to Tribute Mania on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016 at the Palais Theatre, St Kilda. Concert starts at 7pm. Any accommodation, food, travel or any other expenses required are not included in the prize win.

For more information, please go to: www.tributemania.com.au

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My Favourite Five: Songs That Motivate

Whether you’re in a particular mood or looking for something that you can relate to, music can be a great place to turn. With so many songs around, music is always there for you, even when no one else is. It can give you a sense of comfort, energy or background companionship while you carry on with your day. It can pick you up, make you dwell or give you a way to grieve. It can even motivate you to keep going; either in general or during a task you are less than thrilled about *cough* housework and exercise *cough*

Here are five songs that work for me. Even if we have completely different tastes in music I hope this list at least gets you thinking about your own musical motivators:

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An interview with Thom Lion

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Currently working as a radio producer during the day and touring with his band, The Tamers, at night – I spoke to Adelaide-based singer/songwriter, Thom Lion, about artistic beginnings, music videos, night terrors and his latest release.

You’re currently on your promotional tour for the release of your EP, Sleep Riots, playing extremes – from the huge Teneriffe Festival in Brisbane, to an RSL on the Gold Coast. Do you tailor your shows to suit smaller vs larger audiences?

A little bit. For the smaller gigs, because there’s more intimacy there, I might throw in a few more witty stories or just a little bit more banter. The band is quite new we’ve been working on this, just having one great show in one big set that we do really well. The festival was obviously amazing, because there were thousands of people there! And the stage was sitting on the river. The RSL was a little more low key. It’s the first time this band has gotten away together, so [it’s been] a lot of fun!

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An interview with Ryan Wyatt from Project Montreal

IMG_0108If you are drawn to alternative pop music that blends in an orchestra sound, then you may just enjoy Project Montreal’s debut album, Patterns. I spoke with Ryan Wyatt about his four year creative journey, how the experience has shaped him musically, and whether he has any future aspirations brewing.

Firstly, how would you describe Project Montreal?

It’s a bit of a weird one, but I’d say just alternative pop. I like that term – you can throw just about anything in to the mix with the word “alternative”. The name, it’s a bit of a long story, but I remember back at Uni, we used to have competitions about coming up with names – whether it be like a clothing brand or something. One day we were doing band names and I told my friend, “Project Montreal, that’d be a cool band name.” And he was like, “Man, that sucks. That’s such a shit name!” So I was like, I’m going to show him. (laughs)

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Thoughts on Hamish & Andy with Bonjah at The Corner Hotel

Who: Hamish & Andy with Bonjah
Where: The Corner Hotel, Richmond
When: June 24th, 2016

“Hey you guys love drums or what?!  We’re gonna play a little tune, you might know, called Stairway to Heaven.” – Hamish Blake, before playing.

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Hamish & Andy with Bonjah at The Corner Hotel – in Photos

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Who: Hamish & Andy with Bonjah
Where: The Corner Hotel, Richmond
When: June 24th, 2016

“Welcome to Hamish Blake for one song only. You guys know the stakes. If he plays it well, he gets to keep this electronic drum kit at his house. If he doesn’t, he has to sell it like he probably should because it’s a piece of junk. For those of you who are parked in a five minute spot, you may have to leave half way through the gig, but the rest of you will be able to stay the full eight minutes. Good luck, Ham! The fate of your drum kit rests on your shoulders.” – Andy Lee

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