Vydamo

Earmarked by the Sydney Morning Herald as one of 2013's Next Big Things, Vydamo is the solo project of Art vs Science's Jim Finn.  First single 'Gonna Make It' has been all over the radio this summer and rightly so:  the anthemic jam has all the features of a modern classic.  

Conceived whilst recuperating from a kidney transplant, Vydamo is equally influenced by the melodies, harmonies and upbeat vibes of the 60's and the rollicking piano-led party anthems of Fatboy Slim & co.  Keep an eye out for the album, coming soon...

PHEBE STARR

PHEBE STARR - THE 'ZERO' CEREMONY

For one magical night only in late May, Sydney’s Paddington Uniting Church will host a ritual gathering of intergalactic talent in celebration of PHEBE STARR and the release of her debut EP - ‘Zero’.

PHEBE STARR will return for this one-off Sydney show on THURSDAY MAY 30 at the Paddington Uniting Church. Earlier in the month she will unveil the ‘Zero’ EP in a similarly stylish fashion with shows in New York and London, where her music is already burning brightly.

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SPIN OFF 2013

DUNE RATS ANNOUNCED ON SPLENDOUR SIDESHOW "SPIN OFF FEST"

Dune Rats are not only destined for great big things - they're also playing at them. They're teaming up with a host of other gems from the Splendour In The Grass 2013 alumni to share the stage at SPIN OFF 2013. They'll be rocking out alongside Of Monsters And Men, Passion Pit, Snakadaktal, Chet Faker, Fidlar and The Jungle Giants.

Having absolutely killed it for the past year and a half, Dune Rats are on a high of the uncharacteristically-legal variety. Since the release of their debut EP "social atoms" in 2011, the Brisbane stoner-pop duo have maintained a prolific radio presence, with tracks like "Pogo", "F*** it" and "Red Light Green Light" all earning high rotation around the country. They've been no strangers to the live arena either, playing all over Australia and the US, and this year they head to South Africa, China and South-East Asia before setting sail for Spin Off 2013.

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Bernard Fanning Tour 2013

BERNARD FANNING - THE DEPARTURES TOUR

If good things come in threes, Bernard Fanning just hit the trifecta; first confirming a new album, releasing new single ‘Battleships’ and this morning, announcing a huge national tour throughout July/August.

Hitting 18 shows, across metro and regional areas in every Australian state, The Departures Tour provides fans from Cairns to Canberra the first opportunity to hear the forthcoming album Departures live. First taste of the album ‘Battleships’ has already been embraced across the nation, with the likes of triple j, Triple M, Nova 1069 and B105 pushing it straight onto rotation last week.

The Departures Tour marks his highly anticipated return to stage since Powderfinger’s Farewell Tour of 2010 - a run that saw sales in excess of 300,000 tickets and repeat sell outs across the country.

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VANCE JOY

VANCE JOY SIGNS TO ATLANTIC

We're blubbering with pride, as mover and shaker VANCE JOY has signed to Atlantic Records to join an impressive array of new talent on the label's roster, including Death Cab For Cutie, Janelle Monae and Charli XCX. Atlantic have a rich history that has seen Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, John Coltrane and Led Zeppelin rise to fame.

The signing to Atlantic follows a plethora of similarly good tidings for Vance Joy. The artist has just finished a sold out EP tour of Australia’s east coast. In addition, Vance Joy has just confirmed a host of US tour dates throughout May and June. He has also been announced on this year’s Splendour In The Grass line-up. In July, he has the huge honour of supporting Bernard Fanning on his Departures Tour, Fanning’s first solo outing in seven years. The two-month long tour will see Vance Joy traverse the country, performing in many cities and towns for the very first time.

Congratulations to Vance Joy. Already, 2013 is shaping up to be a very exciting year for this uniquely talented local artist, and this is only just the beginning.

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Splendour In The Grass 2013

SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS 2013 SOLD OUT

The reaction to the 2013 Splendour In The Grass lineup has been nothing short of amazing. There are no surprises the gargantuan festival has sold out in under an hour, considering music lovers will be graced by the likes of Mumford & Sons, The National, Frank Ocean, TV On The Radio and Empire Of The Sun.

Over three monumental days, lucky ticket holders can shuffle their feet between 80+ of the hottest acts on offer today, from the brand new and "ones to watch", to festival favourites as you've never seen them before, to seasoned internationals and truly iconic Australian acts.

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Crucial Village Sounds Partnership

CRUCIAL MUSIC ARTISTS TO PARTNER WITH VILLAGE SOUNDS

Effective immediately VILLAGE SOUNDS is the sole and exclusive Australian booking agent for the entire CRUCIAL MUSIC roster, which includes rapper 360 and bands CHILDREN COLLIDE, GYROSCOPE, HUNTING GROUNDS and THE LIVING END. All booking enquires for these artists can now be directed to EVAN DAVIS evan@villagesounds.com or 02 6685 7566.

CRUCIAL MUSIC is an Artist Management company owned and operated by Music Industry stalwart RAE HARVEY for the past 17 years. Of the new relationship Rae says "I've known and respected Jessica for many years and have enjoyed working with Evan as an agent in the past. Village Sounds suggested a ground-breaking, modern and innovative partnership that perfectly suited Crucial Music and our artists – we're absolutely delighted".

VILLAGE SOUNDS directors JESSICA DUCROU & EVAN DAVIS added, “We are thrilled to welcome these incredible artists, Rae Harvey and the Crucial Music team to the Village Sounds family. This is a big day for the agency and we are super excited about this partnership".

VILLAGE SOUNDS is a domestic Booking Agency representing the live touring of some of Australia’s best live acts including ART VS SCIENCE, BERNARD FANNING, BIRDS OF TOKYO, WASHINGTON and THE VINES. Established in 1998 by Splendour in the Grass co-producer JESSICA DUCROU Village Sounds expanded in 2008 with Evan Davis formerly of The Harbour Agency joining the team and in October 2011 announced the merger with Mark Lackey of The Atlas Agency.

Both Crucial Music and Village Sounds look forward to forging a strong and successful working relationship.

VILLAGE SOUNDS

Village Sounds is a domestic Booking Agency representing the live touring of some of Australia’s best acts.

Established in 1998 by Jessica Ducrou, Village Sounds is an agency that represents a diversity of artists ranging from bands in the early stages of their career to artists that have sold millions of records, across a range of musical genres.

Village Sounds is a co-producer on Splendour In The Grass, Homebake & Falls Festival & has offices based in Sydney, Melbourne & Byron Bay.