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The Cruisin’ Country Files – An Interview with Drew McAlister

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Drew McAlister, formally one-half of the country duo, McAlister Kemp, released his second solo album, Black Sky, last year. And personally speaking, he’s one of the nicest (and tallest) guys in the Australian country music industry. I recently spoke to Drew, fresh off Cruisin’ Country No.6 to talk all things cruisin’, the importance of songwriting and that most wonderful time of the year.

What was your personal highlight from Cruisin’ Country No.6?

[I’d played in the theatre] before as McAlister Kemp [but] getting to play in the theatre on my own and to 800 people for two sittings – that was a big thing for me! [Also] getting to hang out with my [wife and two daughters] and meeting lots of cool people [too].

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The Cruisin’ Country Files – An Interview with Jasmine Rae

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I spoke to multi-ARIA-nominated Australian singer and songwriter, Jasmine Rae fresh off the cruise to talk all things cruisin’, videos, acting and upcoming plans.

You recently performed on board the Legend of the Seas as part of Cruisin’ Country No.6, which you confessed was your first time on a boat and a cruise. How would you sum up your experience?

I didn’t know what to expect because I’d never been, obviously. I didn’t know if I had to pack my floaties or kickboard, which is what I normally pack when I’m near water, but I loved it! I was really relaxed. I didn’t get sick. When I came back on to dry land, I was still bopping around; it felt like I [still] wanted to be on the water for a few days. I am still so much heavier – my body got used to the bacon and all I want to do is eat bacon (laughs). [But] I want to be a part of it more and more. I’m hooked now.

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The Cruisin’ Country Files – Cruisin’ Country No.6 in Photos

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Today marked one month since we set sail on board the Legend of the Seas for Cruisin’ Country No.6 – an 8-day cruise celebrating all things country music. So over the next couple of days, I have some photos and interviews that I wish to share.

What: Cruisin’ Country No.6
When: November 13th-21st, 2016

Features: Lyn Bowtell, Adam Brand, Liam Brew, Travis Collins, Beccy Cole, Matt Cornell, Amber Lawrence, Drew McAlister, Shane Nicholson, Libby O’Donovan, Luke O’Shea, Amber Joy Poulton, Jasmine Rae, Melinda Schneider, Aleyce Simmonds, The Toombs Brothers and Felicity Urquhart

For more on the cruise, please visit: http://cruisincountry.com.au/2016

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The Cruisin' Country Files – Cruisin' Country No.6 in Photos

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Today marked one month since we set sail on board the Legend of the Seas for Cruisin’ Country No.6 – an 8-day cruise celebrating all things country music. So over the next couple of days, I have some photos and interviews that I wish to share.

What: Cruisin’ Country No.6
When: November 13th-21st, 2016

Features: Lyn Bowtell, Adam Brand, Liam Brew, Travis Collins, Beccy Cole, Matt Cornell, Amber Lawrence, Drew McAlister, Shane Nicholson, Libby O’Donovan, Luke O’Shea, Amber Joy Poulton, Jasmine Rae, Melinda Schneider, Aleyce Simmonds, The Toombs Brothers and Felicity Urquhart

For more on the cruise, please visit: http://cruisincountry.com.au/2016

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An Interview with Sarah Morrison from Ladies in Black

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Media and select members of the public were invited to a special morning tea to celebrate the return of the Australian musical, Ladies in Black (based on the 1993 novel, The Women in Black by Madeleine St John).

Here is part one of the group interviews with lead actress, Sarah Morrison.
What: Ladies in Black media call
Where: Regent Theatre, Melbourne
When: 29th November, 2016

Coming to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Canberra in 2017!

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An Interview with the creatives from Ladies in Black

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Here is part two of the group interviews with director, Simon Phillips and Music/Lyricist, Tim Finn.

What: Ladies in Black media call
Where: Regent Theatre, Melbourne
When: 29th November, 2016

Coming to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Canberra in 2017!

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The Deni Ute Muster Files – An Interview with Adam Brand

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The Deni Ute Muster marked the end of an era, the last gig in the books, the swan song for Adam Brand and The Outlaws. Originally started as a one off project, having had the idea brewing for almost ten years, Adam teamed up with fellow musicians, Mike Carr, Travis Collins, Matt Cornell and Drew McAlister and thus, a band was born. They realised their self-titled covers album in January earlier this year, as well as the two singles, Good Year for the Outlaw and I Fought the Law.

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