NEWS: BORIS release live Smile album…
Those Japanese demons of psych, punk thrash and drone have just released the live record Smile, Live at Wolf Creek from their USA 2008 tour earlier this year. Currently it looks like you can only pick up the record from the label Diwphalanx Records for 30USD plus postage for the 2CD or 51USD for a 2CD/t-shirt combo. Boris are currently touring the USA with Nine … Continue reading NEWS: BORIS release live Smile album…
NEWs: DAN DEACON returns to Australia…
That loveable nutter Dan Deacon returns to Australia after highly memorable performances at this years Laneway Festivals. He will be playing at the Perth Festival as well as Summer Tones which has been put together by Melbourne label Mistletone. Summer Tones will happen in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane and will feature other bands such as High Places (USA), Lawrence Arabia (NZ) and Beaches (VIC). As … Continue reading NEWs: DAN DEACON returns to Australia…
NEWS: CALIFORNIA DREAMING – Henry Diltz exhibition
If you are in Sydney you should definitely get along to the exhibition showing at Blender Gallery in Paddington. It features the work of Henry Diltz, the legendary rock photographer whose lenses have captured everyone from Nirvana to Joni Mitchell, Hendrix, Joplin and Neil Young. It is showing until December 23rd and you can find Blender Gallery at 16 Elizabeth St, Paddington. Don’t miss this … Continue reading NEWS: CALIFORNIA DREAMING – Henry Diltz exhibition
NEWS: JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE… tour starts yesterday…
The Australian tour from the man with the famous names started last night in Brisbane and continues tomorrow night at the Annandale in Sydney before heading off around the rest of the country. Doubtful Sounds highly recommends checking out the Daytrotter Session that Justin recorded in September. It’s a great set of raw and rootsy songs that should give you a taste of what to … Continue reading NEWS: JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE… tour starts yesterday…
NEWS: NO AGE + JAY REATARD shows…
Those No Age boys from LA and Jay Reatard from Memphis will be doing two Australian club shows in Australia when they are over here for the Laneway Festival. They will also be hitting New Zealand together for shows in Auckland and Wellington at two mighty fine small venues. No Age put out a great record this year with Nouns and Jay’s Matador Singles 08 … Continue reading NEWS: NO AGE + JAY REATARD shows…
VIDEO: THE WAR ON DRUGS – Needle In Your Eye
The War On Drugs are currently sitting pretty high in the upcoming Doubtful Sounds 2008 top 20 and in recognition of that, here is the very cool video for Needle In Your Eye from the Wagonwheel Blues record. Directed by Mark Shonenveld: Continue reading VIDEO: THE WAR ON DRUGS – Needle In Your Eye
NEWS: More BIG DAY OUT SIDESHOWS announced…
A fresh batch of BDO sideshows has been announced so count your coins and get out there. Doubtful Sounds is bummed to see that TV On The Radio are playing the same night as Neil Young in Sydney… oh well. Simian Mobile Disco SYDNEY Wednesday 21 January @ THE METRO MELBOURNE Sunday 25 January @ THE PRINCE BANDROOM Arctic Monkeys SYDNEY Thursday 22 January @ … Continue reading NEWS: More BIG DAY OUT SIDESHOWS announced…
VIDEO: RED FANG – Prehistoric Dog
I recently came across these likely lads out of Portland Oregon and thought this song (and vid) was a blast of refreshing stench filled air. RED FANG are carrying the mantle of stoner rock onwards and they know how to throw some humour amongst the riffs as well. Check it out, it’s directed by Whitey McConnaughy: Continue reading VIDEO: RED FANG – Prehistoric Dog
NEWS: More LANEWAY SIDESHOWS announced…
The Laneway Festival has today announced three sideshows from acts appearing at the Festival in February. Stereolab, Born Ruffians and The Hold Steady will all play their own gigs presented by Fasterlouder, Yen, 3RRR & FBi 94.5FM. Tickets on sale from November 28th. All we need now is a double bill of Jay Reatard and No Age at the Annandale or Metro and the indie … Continue reading NEWS: More LANEWAY SIDESHOWS announced…
LIVE REVIEW: JAMIE HUTCHINGS @ Annandale 16/11/08
The host of the evening’s entertainment was the prolific Jamie Hutchings and his Imaginary Choir who form the bulk of the current musicians behind Hutchings’ solo work. As the heart and soul of Bluebottle Kiss he has released 6 albums, all of a consistently high standard, plus numerous EPs and singles. His first solo record, The Golden Coach, received positive reviews and showcased the less … Continue reading LIVE REVIEW: JAMIE HUTCHINGS @ Annandale 16/11/08
NEWS: BYRON BAY BLUESFEST 2009 Line-up…
The first run of acts for the Byron Bay Bluesfest 2009 Blues & Roots Festival has been announced. Leading the pack is Ben Harper and Michael Franti and Spearhead (surprise, surprise). These guys must surely be honorary Australians by now. Of the other acts, the most notable inclusions in the humble opinion of Doubtful Sounds is Drive By Truckers, Tinariwen, Seasick Steve and Lucinda Williams. … Continue reading NEWS: BYRON BAY BLUESFEST 2009 Line-up…
NEWS: BONNIE ‘PRINCE’ BILLY new album…
The exceptionally sexy Mr WIll Oldham has announced plans to release a new record on Domino and Drag City on March 19th 2009. The album is titled Beware! and features a list of contributors including his band (Josh Abrams, Jennifer Hutt, Emmett Kelly and Michael Zerang) and special guests (Dee Alexander, Leroy Bach, Jim Becker, Robert Cruz, DV DeVincentis, Jon Langford, Greg Leisez, Rob Mazurek, … Continue reading NEWS: BONNIE ‘PRINCE’ BILLY new album…
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