On September 19th 2013, we commemorate the 10th anniversary since the passing of Slim Dusty. Remembered as Australia’s King of Country, Slim Dusty left behind a huge legacy that continues to grow even as we move well into the 21st Century. To mark the occasion, EMI Music Australia is proud to announce the release of two very special Slim Dusty commemorative packages.
The first of the new releases is a Commemorative Edition CD & DVD pack of The Very Best of Slim Dusty. This special limited edition Digi-Pack will contain both the audio CD and video DVD of Slim’s most famous tracks. These two hugely successful Slim releases have never before been packaged together and will only be available for a very limited time.
EMI Australia is also proud to be releasing an exciting and totally unique new Slim Dusty album. Titled The Son of Noisy Dan, the 23 track album contains a fantastic collection of autobiographical songs written by and sung by Slim.
“My dad, David Kirkpatrick, had a loud voice, an Irish temper and an awe–inspiring command of swear words, which was always delivered at top volume. I was told he was the life of the party especially when he was away from Mary (my Mum). He would play his fiddle, sing his parody songs and was known to recite Henry Lawson and Banjo Paterson poems out loud. It was no wonder he was known around town as Noisy Dan” Slim Dusty (circa. 1996)
This special collection of songs depict the various stages of his life from his childhood, through to his relentless days touring the remote parts of Australia. Of special note, there are three audio tracks titled “Slim Remembers”, which feature Slim reminiscing about his life providing a great insight to the songs he sang, and the people and places he sang about. The album represents a huge legacy for Slim’s legion of devoted fans ...and also for documenting Australia’s unique culture in the 20th Century.
Both The Very Best Of Slim Dusty CD/DVD and The Son of Noisy Dan will be released on August 16th 2013, leading into a couple of events celebrating Slim’s legacy:
August 16th: The Very Best Of Slim CD & DVD commemorative pack and The Son of Noisy Dan album releases.
August 22nd-25th: 2013 Gympie Music Muster will commemorate the 10th anniversary with a music industry Slim Dusty Tribute Concert on main stage (Sunday 25th) to conclude the festival.
September 19th: The 10th anniversary date of Slim Dusty’s passing.
Australian country radio, TV and press continue to embrace Slim Dusty and will be joining the commemoration and celebration of Slim’s legacy over the next few months.
“I never want to be too old for travelling….The only time I get tired is when I’m not travelling. I’ve spent my life meeting people, seeing new places, or going back to old places. And I’d like to continue travelling even when I’m not doing shows.” ....Slim Dusty.
Get your boots and nibbles ready and save the date of this Melbourne fundraiser for everyone's good friend Barry Garbutt. There is a great lineup coming along to support him and entertain you. Tables and chairs will be available on a first come first serve basis. Licensed venue so please, no BYO drinks, but feel free to BYO Food. Just a $10.00 donation.
Barry is a familiar figure in and around the Melbourne country music scene. For many years he has supported country music as a Promoter, Manager and venue operator. He managed bands such as 'The Rip Rawers', 'Mick and The Aces', Indian country artist 'Bobby Cash' and many others. He also successfully ran venues such as the Rebel Room at the Tottenham Hotel, Southern Star Saloon Bar, Edens Gardens and the Redback Club South Melbourne Football ground.
The bands and Barry’s friends are getting together to raise money and to now support him as he battles ill-health
Grammy Award-winning country singer Randy Travis has been admitted to a Texas hospital, where he is listed in critical condition. While some details of his condition remain unclear, a press release states that Travis has suffered "complications of recently acquired viral cardiomyopathy." Viral cardiomyopathy is a heart disease caused by a virus.
Back in February, the singer pleaded guilty to a Driving While Intoxicated charge, stemming from a 2012 incident in which Travis crashed his car and was found naked on a Texas highway. But, as Rolling Stone reported last year, he'd recently been focused on his sobriety and improving his health. His last studio album, the gospel-focused Blessed Assurance, came out in 2011; "I Told You So" (his 2010 duet with singer Carrie Underwood) received a Grammy for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals.
A week after release, Liam Brew’s 2nd album “Faster”, has debuted at #20 on the ARIA Australian Artist Country Albums Chart. "To make the ARIA chart in the first week of release as an independent artist is such a thrill. Especially considering how much hard work we've all put into this album, it's a nice reward and makes me incredibly proud", says the Brisbane-based artist.
The 10 track album release was produced by good mate, Rusty Crook in Sydney and on the NSW Central Coast, features three self-penned tracks and a duet with current Toyota Star Maker Kaylee Bell – the pair have recorded ‘Is It Raining At Your House?’ – the Vern Gosdin written track which was previously released by Brad Paisley.
“Faster” is the follow-up to the debut album “Wild Heart” as part of Liam’s prize when he was named Toyota Star Maker in January 2009. Since then the College Of Country Music graduate has been asked to join some of Australia’s finest in concert – Adam Brand, James Blundell, The Sunny Cowgirls, Lee Kernaghan and The McClymonts. Opening the inaugural CMC Rocks The Hunter festival and sharing the bill with US superstars Alan Jackson, Joe Nichols & Jack Ingram plus Aussie heavyweights Kasey Chambers & Troy Cassar-Daley was a career highlight.
Liam is currently on a short break from The Turn The Page Tour – featuring fellow Toyota Star Maker alumni Travis Collins, Luke Austen and Luke Dickens. The tour was born after the four artists performed the Bob Seger classic of the same name to 10,000 people over two shows at the 2013 Tamworth Country Music Festival. The tour resumes this Thursday July 11th at Lizotte’s Newcastle, NSW, followed by Club Taree on Friday July 12th, Grafton District Services Club on Saturday July 13th and Fitzy’s at Loganholme/Brisbane on Sunday July 14th. For full tour dates: http://www.turnthepagetour.com.au/
“Former Star Maker winner Liam Brew's album “Faster” is full of tracks that are well written, true to himself, and still very Australian. A great album from a passionate independent musician, proudly backing his own horse. Buy it.” – Ben Sorensen, Host/Content Director @ REAL Country
We had a huge night last Friday with the Tim Farren Band - all the seats were taken and virtually standing room only. They will be back on August 2nd.
Coming up later this month will be Rough Cut, The Con Artists PLUS The Grandsons of the Pioneers, Phoenix, Moonee Valley Drifters PLUS recording artist Emma Franz.
FRIDAY JULY 5 - ROUGH CUT
This week Rough Cut are back - They have been around Melbourne for over 20 years and always pull a funtime crowd who like to party. Come along and have a great night out.
Website: www.roughcutband.com.au
YouTube video clip: Watermelon Crawl
FRIDAY JULY 12 - THE CON ARTIST plus THE GRANDSONS OF THE PIONEERS
Two bands for the price of one. We had this combination play for us back in March when the Grandsons launched their debut 13 track CD “Happy Trails”.
Website: www.northwestfm.org/grandsons.htm
YouTube video clip: Happy Trails
I have had several requests to replay the radio interview I did in March with Leo Dalton and Con Anag from the Grandsons of the Pioneers. So this Sunday on my radio show I will be re-running that interview with 5 songs from the album.
Tune in at 1 pm on 98.9 North West FM or listen on the internet at www.northwestfm.org
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Membership fees for 2013-14 are now due. Membership is $15 single or $30 double or family.
This entitles you to save $3 each time you come to The Guild by only paying $5 instead of $8.
It also gives you the right to vote for the Most Popular Band Award and the Most Popular Vocalist Award at the end of the financial year. (Voting for 2012-2013 will commence later this month for members who were financial for 2012-2013).
If enjoy going out to see LIVE country music - bring some friends along for a great night out and support Melbourne’s country musicians.
As always, check our webpage for who’s playing and get the latest information on The Guild www.northwestfm.org/countrymusicguild
Frank
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Frank McHugh
Public Relations
Country Music Guild of Australasia (CMGA)
Radio Program: “That's Country”
Sundays 12 noon - 3 pm
98.9 North West FM, Hadfield 3046
Studio phone number: (03) 9 3044 989
Radio playlists with videos: http://3now.radiopages.info/thats-country
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