Post by ...:::Joey's Angel:::... on Oct 7, 2005 7:05:01 GMT -5
Courtesy of www.bigdayout.com
BIG DAY OUT is more than a little chuffed to announce the return of THE WHITE STRIPES. Since their last BDO visit in 2002, our old friends Jack and Meg have dropped two universally acclaimed albums, “Elephant” and this year’s “Get Behind Me Satan”, not to mention an era-defining single in the shape of “Seven Nation Army”. They are the rock icons of our time, topping charts worldwide and selling a quarter of a million albums in Australia alone. Their simple, two-person, guitar and drums line-up belies a huge blues/garage/country/folk/rock’n’roll cacophony. There is no mistaking and no resisting the sound of THE WHITE STRIPES, direct from Detroit to BIG DAY OUT.
BIG DAY OUT is rolling out the red carpet to herald the arrival of rock royalty – IGGY & THE STOOGES. “Search and Destroy”, “I Wanna Be Your Dog”, “No Fun,” “Down on the Street” – THE STOOGES’ dangerous and grimy ‘60s-‘70s catalogue was the blueprint for every punk rock, garage rock and metal band to come. After 30 years apart, THE STOOGES reformed in 2003 to contribute to Iggy’s album “Skull Ring” and to play a string of rapturously received shows. Now it’s Australia’s turn, but be warned, this ain’t no nostalgia trip – this is the iconic IGGY POP and the original underground sound of THE STOOGES. We’re not worthy!
When they sang “take me out”, the world lined up to take FRANZ FERDINAND up on their offer. BIG DAY OUT is thrilled to have the Scots with the mostest along for the ride. Universally acclaimed as the album of 2004, FRANZ FERDINAND’s self-titled debut has now been topped by the brand new “You Could Have It So Much Better” . It’s more dramatic, more emotional, more three dimensional. Not just new wave, FRANZ offer a new world: rock music with style, sexual intrigue, smarts, and more plenty of room for dancing. They’ve conquered the world – what chance does the BIG DAY OUT stand?
A little Southern charm will go a long way when KINGS OF LEON charm the pants right off the BIG DAY OUT. The Followill boys (three brothers and one cousin) burst outta Nashville in 2003 with “Youth and Young Manhood”, a butt-kicking debut of garage rock, boozy blues, rootsy riffs and a dash of country. Soon the uber-cool foursome were gracing the covers of rock mags across the globe, and gracing the 2004 BIG DAY OUT stage. From the first album’s primal rock, KOL leapt into darker, more emotional territory with last year’s “Aha Shake Heartbreak”. The tales are still twisted, Caleb still howls like a man possessed, but this is an altogether different trip. A band with a rock show good enough to break and shake your heart, please welcome back KINGS OF LEON.
No strangers to the BIG DAY OUT, we are delighted to herald the return of THE MARS VOLTA in 2006 . Led by former At the Drive-In vocalist Cedric Bixler-Zavala and guitarist Omar Rodriguez-Lopez, THE MARS VOLTA have taken music to new frontiers over two mind-blowing concept albums, “De-Loused in the Comatorium” and “Frances the Mute”. Beyond genres, they blend sci-fi, primal punk, electronic pulses, hair-raising vocals, Latin grooves and classic rock with a charisma and conviction you can’t tear your eyes or ears away from. More than just a live show, THE MARS VOLTA are an experience.
Pull out your eyeliner: the BIG DAY OUT gets dark in 2006 by welcoming A Fire Inside, better known simply as AFI. The decade-old and counting Californian hardcore boys are what frontman Davey Havok calls a “risky” proposition: hard as hell one minute, infectiously melodic the next. But the risk has paid off – AFI’s bond with their audience is like nothing you’ve ever seen at a rock show. With an epic follow up to 2003’s major label debut “Sing the Sorrow” due in the new year, AFI will sing it and mean it at the BIG DAY OUT this summer.
Portland, Oregon’s original riot grrrls SLEATER-KINNEY bring their feminine wiles to BIG DAY OUT. Over 11 years and seven albums, Carrie, Corin and Janet have been producing visceral anthems of provocative, urbane, enraged, noisy, politically-charged, funky, angular punk rock. Their latest, the Dave Fridmann-produced “The Woods”, is their most challenging effort yet, taking the trio into panoramic new territory. Always a formidable live force, SLEATER-KINNEY are a band we’re proud to welcome to the BIG DAY OUT.
Indie kids and pop lovers rejoice! Those well-travelled London purveyors of magnificent melodies, THE MAGIC NUMBERS will put a smile on the dial of all those lucky enough to witness their BIG DAY OUT debut. The unusual four-piece combo of brother and sister Romeo and Michele Stodart and brother and sister Sean and Angela Gannon, THE MAGIC NUMBERS’ self-titled debut album is all country soul, West Coast harmonies and melancholic joy. As a live act, they’ve got a reputation for inspiring awed silence, squeals of joy, and Cheshire cat grins. Winter is over and THE MAGIC NUMBERS’ unique brand of musical sunshine is headed your way.
Fronted by Belgian brothers Stephen and David Dewaele, SOULWAX are a rock band with a difference – they can rock a mosh-pit and a dancefloor. The band’s three albums are a swirling mass of funked-out basslines, electric psychedelics, driving guitars and leftfield loops. Last year’s album “Any Minute Now”, presided over by studio ubermensch Flood, took electro-glitz and mated it with riffed-out rock. The result? Sold out shows around the UK and a festival tour that left punters, chin-strokers and ravers gyrating uncontrollably to their own style of block rocking beats.
Alter-ego of the Belgian party-rockers SOULWAX, the DJ duo of 2MANYDJs has taken the worlds of rock, dance and urban and fused them into party music for the 20th century. Their mix album “As Heard on Radio Soulwax Vol. 2” started out as a pure underground bootleg before the secret got out – and the world didn’t just listen – it started shaking its ass. Some labelled it mashup, some lumped it in with electroclash, but their cut’n’paste take on mixing and blending music is truly unique. Genre means nothing to this pair, who slam together the post-punk sounds of Seattle with R&B futurism, and top it off with Ennio Morricone – and the dancefloor never stops moving.
THE LIVING END were an instant hit with Australian audiences in the late 90s, and the BIG DAY OUT hails the return of one of this country’s most loved alternative punk rock/ rockabilly bands. Currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on their new album, Chris, Scott and Andy will dish out one helluva blistering set of surging rock anthems this summer when they play the BIG DAY OUT.
Sydney trio GERLING made a name for themselves remapping the geography of Australian music by going wherever the hell they wanted. Established as mavericks who were willing to take risks in the recording studio, their live show translated perfectly and has always been lauded as an unpredictable must see. Don’t miss Burke, Presser and Darren, three scruffy punks daring to push the envelope of joyous and chaotic noise nationally in 2006.
With killer rhymes, irresistible beats and a wicked sense of humour, DEI HAMO has toured with some of the world’s biggest names including Busta Rhymes, The Black Eyed Peas and D12 and is considered by most to be the hottest new talent in New Zealand hip hop. DEI HAMO’s slick observational MC-ing style, equal parts inspired by his hip hop heroes Slick Rick and Rakim as well as his own Polynesian heritage, serves up a musical movie for your mind.
Hailed as one of Australia’s most hard working and respected bands and a part of the BIG DAY OUT family since `95, perennial favourites MAGIC DIRT return with a cracking new album “Snow White”. For over a decade now, the lads with Adalita (the first woman ever to grace the cover of Australian Guitar Magazine) have delivered the most energetic, down and dirty live gigs you’ll ever hope to see. (Aus Only)
They’ve played some of the biggest festivals in the world, and in 2006 CUT COPY join the BIG DAY OUT line up for the first time. Love-laden tunes and 80’s flavoured synths are just the tip of their pop iceberg. Their debut album “Bright Like Neon Love” layered influences from House to low slung fuzzed-up punk garage, electro-pop and Nouveau Disco, all blended seamlessly to showcase CUT COPY’s intrinsic diverse talent. (Aus Only)
New kids on the block END OF FASHION will step up for the BIG DAY OUT in 2006, bringing along their anthemic, catchy brand of pop-rock. Their stick-in-your-head choruses and punchy, unforgettable tunes make this awesome Perth foursome one hell of an item. Justin, Rodney, Nick and Tom will thrill BIG DAY OUT audiences with their timeless get-go rock‘n’roll that will make you want to join in, sing along, shake it down – O Yeah! (Aus Only)
Sydney band FAKER has struck a chord with fans of post-mod power pop around the nation. And how! With a healthy obsession with the Cure, the Pixies, Echo and the Bunnymen and tight black jeans, FAKER’s debut album “Addicted Romantic” captures the restless essence and darker side of 80s pop. Add to that their impressive wildly energetic live show and you have the recipe for FAKER - one of the most exciting rock outfits playing the BIG DAY OUT in 2006. (Aus Only)
By the time the exhilarating, charismatic THE GRATES bring their DIY ethic on the road this summer they will have their debut album in the bag. Already known for their irresistible songs ‘Trampoline’ and ‘Sukkafish’, Patience, Alana and John will no doubt generate legions of fans as they storm the nation with their wild, punk-pop enthusiasm. (Aus Only)
In a year of glittering BIG DAY OUT debuts, we welcome Sydneysiders YOUTHGROUP who will bring their eclectic tunes on the national BDO tour for the very first time. Delivering their acclaimed second album “Skeleton Jar” in 2005, YOUTHGROUP navigate their way across varied landscapes of pop, folk and indie rock terrain with emotive vocals and captivating lyrics. Tune in to YOUTHGROUP at the BIG DAY OUT for a sophisticated slice of summer rock. (Aus Only)
Scavenging their way to success with sheer determination and swag of talent, WOLF & CUB have set themselves apart from the Adelaide scene with a unique take on electro-noise rock and have found themselves on the BIG DAY OUT bus for 2006. Taking cues from the greats - Primal Scream, early Verve, The Fall, WOLF & CUB will take you there and back again with their hypnotic, psychotic, melodic live show at the BIG DAY OUT. (Aus Only)
*sigh* Atm, fuck!!!!! Oh man, the other announcements so better be who I think they are!!!!! For some reason, the only ones I wanna see is Iggy Pop and for some weird reason AFI.....erm, I like a few songs......
I dunno, don't ask.
BIG DAY OUT is more than a little chuffed to announce the return of THE WHITE STRIPES. Since their last BDO visit in 2002, our old friends Jack and Meg have dropped two universally acclaimed albums, “Elephant” and this year’s “Get Behind Me Satan”, not to mention an era-defining single in the shape of “Seven Nation Army”. They are the rock icons of our time, topping charts worldwide and selling a quarter of a million albums in Australia alone. Their simple, two-person, guitar and drums line-up belies a huge blues/garage/country/folk/rock’n’roll cacophony. There is no mistaking and no resisting the sound of THE WHITE STRIPES, direct from Detroit to BIG DAY OUT.
BIG DAY OUT is rolling out the red carpet to herald the arrival of rock royalty – IGGY & THE STOOGES. “Search and Destroy”, “I Wanna Be Your Dog”, “No Fun,” “Down on the Street” – THE STOOGES’ dangerous and grimy ‘60s-‘70s catalogue was the blueprint for every punk rock, garage rock and metal band to come. After 30 years apart, THE STOOGES reformed in 2003 to contribute to Iggy’s album “Skull Ring” and to play a string of rapturously received shows. Now it’s Australia’s turn, but be warned, this ain’t no nostalgia trip – this is the iconic IGGY POP and the original underground sound of THE STOOGES. We’re not worthy!
When they sang “take me out”, the world lined up to take FRANZ FERDINAND up on their offer. BIG DAY OUT is thrilled to have the Scots with the mostest along for the ride. Universally acclaimed as the album of 2004, FRANZ FERDINAND’s self-titled debut has now been topped by the brand new “You Could Have It So Much Better” . It’s more dramatic, more emotional, more three dimensional. Not just new wave, FRANZ offer a new world: rock music with style, sexual intrigue, smarts, and more plenty of room for dancing. They’ve conquered the world – what chance does the BIG DAY OUT stand?
A little Southern charm will go a long way when KINGS OF LEON charm the pants right off the BIG DAY OUT. The Followill boys (three brothers and one cousin) burst outta Nashville in 2003 with “Youth and Young Manhood”, a butt-kicking debut of garage rock, boozy blues, rootsy riffs and a dash of country. Soon the uber-cool foursome were gracing the covers of rock mags across the globe, and gracing the 2004 BIG DAY OUT stage. From the first album’s primal rock, KOL leapt into darker, more emotional territory with last year’s “Aha Shake Heartbreak”. The tales are still twisted, Caleb still howls like a man possessed, but this is an altogether different trip. A band with a rock show good enough to break and shake your heart, please welcome back KINGS OF LEON.
No strangers to the BIG DAY OUT, we are delighted to herald the return of THE MARS VOLTA in 2006 . Led by former At the Drive-In vocalist Cedric Bixler-Zavala and guitarist Omar Rodriguez-Lopez, THE MARS VOLTA have taken music to new frontiers over two mind-blowing concept albums, “De-Loused in the Comatorium” and “Frances the Mute”. Beyond genres, they blend sci-fi, primal punk, electronic pulses, hair-raising vocals, Latin grooves and classic rock with a charisma and conviction you can’t tear your eyes or ears away from. More than just a live show, THE MARS VOLTA are an experience.
Pull out your eyeliner: the BIG DAY OUT gets dark in 2006 by welcoming A Fire Inside, better known simply as AFI. The decade-old and counting Californian hardcore boys are what frontman Davey Havok calls a “risky” proposition: hard as hell one minute, infectiously melodic the next. But the risk has paid off – AFI’s bond with their audience is like nothing you’ve ever seen at a rock show. With an epic follow up to 2003’s major label debut “Sing the Sorrow” due in the new year, AFI will sing it and mean it at the BIG DAY OUT this summer.
Portland, Oregon’s original riot grrrls SLEATER-KINNEY bring their feminine wiles to BIG DAY OUT. Over 11 years and seven albums, Carrie, Corin and Janet have been producing visceral anthems of provocative, urbane, enraged, noisy, politically-charged, funky, angular punk rock. Their latest, the Dave Fridmann-produced “The Woods”, is their most challenging effort yet, taking the trio into panoramic new territory. Always a formidable live force, SLEATER-KINNEY are a band we’re proud to welcome to the BIG DAY OUT.
Indie kids and pop lovers rejoice! Those well-travelled London purveyors of magnificent melodies, THE MAGIC NUMBERS will put a smile on the dial of all those lucky enough to witness their BIG DAY OUT debut. The unusual four-piece combo of brother and sister Romeo and Michele Stodart and brother and sister Sean and Angela Gannon, THE MAGIC NUMBERS’ self-titled debut album is all country soul, West Coast harmonies and melancholic joy. As a live act, they’ve got a reputation for inspiring awed silence, squeals of joy, and Cheshire cat grins. Winter is over and THE MAGIC NUMBERS’ unique brand of musical sunshine is headed your way.
Fronted by Belgian brothers Stephen and David Dewaele, SOULWAX are a rock band with a difference – they can rock a mosh-pit and a dancefloor. The band’s three albums are a swirling mass of funked-out basslines, electric psychedelics, driving guitars and leftfield loops. Last year’s album “Any Minute Now”, presided over by studio ubermensch Flood, took electro-glitz and mated it with riffed-out rock. The result? Sold out shows around the UK and a festival tour that left punters, chin-strokers and ravers gyrating uncontrollably to their own style of block rocking beats.
Alter-ego of the Belgian party-rockers SOULWAX, the DJ duo of 2MANYDJs has taken the worlds of rock, dance and urban and fused them into party music for the 20th century. Their mix album “As Heard on Radio Soulwax Vol. 2” started out as a pure underground bootleg before the secret got out – and the world didn’t just listen – it started shaking its ass. Some labelled it mashup, some lumped it in with electroclash, but their cut’n’paste take on mixing and blending music is truly unique. Genre means nothing to this pair, who slam together the post-punk sounds of Seattle with R&B futurism, and top it off with Ennio Morricone – and the dancefloor never stops moving.
THE LIVING END were an instant hit with Australian audiences in the late 90s, and the BIG DAY OUT hails the return of one of this country’s most loved alternative punk rock/ rockabilly bands. Currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on their new album, Chris, Scott and Andy will dish out one helluva blistering set of surging rock anthems this summer when they play the BIG DAY OUT.
Sydney trio GERLING made a name for themselves remapping the geography of Australian music by going wherever the hell they wanted. Established as mavericks who were willing to take risks in the recording studio, their live show translated perfectly and has always been lauded as an unpredictable must see. Don’t miss Burke, Presser and Darren, three scruffy punks daring to push the envelope of joyous and chaotic noise nationally in 2006.
With killer rhymes, irresistible beats and a wicked sense of humour, DEI HAMO has toured with some of the world’s biggest names including Busta Rhymes, The Black Eyed Peas and D12 and is considered by most to be the hottest new talent in New Zealand hip hop. DEI HAMO’s slick observational MC-ing style, equal parts inspired by his hip hop heroes Slick Rick and Rakim as well as his own Polynesian heritage, serves up a musical movie for your mind.
Hailed as one of Australia’s most hard working and respected bands and a part of the BIG DAY OUT family since `95, perennial favourites MAGIC DIRT return with a cracking new album “Snow White”. For over a decade now, the lads with Adalita (the first woman ever to grace the cover of Australian Guitar Magazine) have delivered the most energetic, down and dirty live gigs you’ll ever hope to see. (Aus Only)
They’ve played some of the biggest festivals in the world, and in 2006 CUT COPY join the BIG DAY OUT line up for the first time. Love-laden tunes and 80’s flavoured synths are just the tip of their pop iceberg. Their debut album “Bright Like Neon Love” layered influences from House to low slung fuzzed-up punk garage, electro-pop and Nouveau Disco, all blended seamlessly to showcase CUT COPY’s intrinsic diverse talent. (Aus Only)
New kids on the block END OF FASHION will step up for the BIG DAY OUT in 2006, bringing along their anthemic, catchy brand of pop-rock. Their stick-in-your-head choruses and punchy, unforgettable tunes make this awesome Perth foursome one hell of an item. Justin, Rodney, Nick and Tom will thrill BIG DAY OUT audiences with their timeless get-go rock‘n’roll that will make you want to join in, sing along, shake it down – O Yeah! (Aus Only)
Sydney band FAKER has struck a chord with fans of post-mod power pop around the nation. And how! With a healthy obsession with the Cure, the Pixies, Echo and the Bunnymen and tight black jeans, FAKER’s debut album “Addicted Romantic” captures the restless essence and darker side of 80s pop. Add to that their impressive wildly energetic live show and you have the recipe for FAKER - one of the most exciting rock outfits playing the BIG DAY OUT in 2006. (Aus Only)
By the time the exhilarating, charismatic THE GRATES bring their DIY ethic on the road this summer they will have their debut album in the bag. Already known for their irresistible songs ‘Trampoline’ and ‘Sukkafish’, Patience, Alana and John will no doubt generate legions of fans as they storm the nation with their wild, punk-pop enthusiasm. (Aus Only)
In a year of glittering BIG DAY OUT debuts, we welcome Sydneysiders YOUTHGROUP who will bring their eclectic tunes on the national BDO tour for the very first time. Delivering their acclaimed second album “Skeleton Jar” in 2005, YOUTHGROUP navigate their way across varied landscapes of pop, folk and indie rock terrain with emotive vocals and captivating lyrics. Tune in to YOUTHGROUP at the BIG DAY OUT for a sophisticated slice of summer rock. (Aus Only)
Scavenging their way to success with sheer determination and swag of talent, WOLF & CUB have set themselves apart from the Adelaide scene with a unique take on electro-noise rock and have found themselves on the BIG DAY OUT bus for 2006. Taking cues from the greats - Primal Scream, early Verve, The Fall, WOLF & CUB will take you there and back again with their hypnotic, psychotic, melodic live show at the BIG DAY OUT. (Aus Only)
*sigh* Atm, fuck!!!!! Oh man, the other announcements so better be who I think they are!!!!! For some reason, the only ones I wanna see is Iggy Pop and for some weird reason AFI.....erm, I like a few songs......
I dunno, don't ask.
<- My schmexy man!!!!! ^_^ *drools*
I hit the r. Heh heh, sorry lover. 
coz Sydney's already done so.