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'Friends Are Not for Sale'

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This three piece band have already created a lot of excitement in the live music scene in Melbourne. They've already sold out their debut nine-track CD and have received glowing reviews. Their music falls loosely in the alternative/rock/pop categories. 'Friends Are Not for Sale' is a powerful piece of music that is probably the most aggressive sounding song in their set.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/3secondmemory
Artist: 3 Second Memory
Release Title:
3 Second Memory
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Today'

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This one-man pop/rock band acknowledges influences as diverse as The Beatles, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Nirvana and The Doors. 'Today' was self-produced in every sense of the word as Steve Stuart-Williams played every instrument on the album. It starts out as an acoustic ballad but develops into an electric guitar-driven rock anthem. Heartfelt lyrics and a polished vocal style give the song a genuine edge.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/anonymous
Artist: Anonymous
Release Title:
Dreams of Beauty and Pain
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Take It As It Comes'

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Based in Sydney, Candlewood fuse a wide range of styles into a masterpiece of depth and passion. Timeless songwriting, emotional sincerity, powerful lyrics and melodic prowess are features of this ban's music. 'Take It As It Comes' has a punchy organ riff, strong vocal delivery and a catchy melody that makes it a class above the rest.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/candlewood
Artist: Candlewood
Release Title:
Candlewood
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Orange'

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Cosmic Love Bus is Michael Stangel, Mark Corlett, Robbie Ragg and Steve Kucina. This band's music can best be described as rock/funk/pop with an emphasis on strong melody and powerful live performance. Based in Geelong, they have been playing around Australia for a few years now with great success. 'Orange' is a catchy pop tune with great harmonies.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/cosmiclovebus
Artist: Cosmic Love Bus
Release Title:
(no album release)
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Faded World'

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Starting out as an acoustic act, Damselfly evolved a four-piece band. Their debut EP release received national radio airplay and great CD reviews followed, with comparisons of their music to Neil Finn, The Verve, and You Am I. 'Faded World' is a great pop song with a lushness verging on epic.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/damselfly
Artist: Damselfly
Release Title:
Trinket
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Living High'

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This Sydney-based alternative singer/songwriter's style draws influences from artists such as David Bowie, Roxy Music, U2 and contemporary artists such as Beck. 'Living High' has enjoyed national airplay on Triple J and was Djamel’s first music release in over two years.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/djamel
Artist: Djamel
Release Title:
(no album release)
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Maybe You'll Get Some'

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Having completed projects in places as diverse as Taiwan, California, London, New Zealand and Tokyo, it’s not surprising that Eureka have a global sound. Incredible lyrics and vocals and New Age techno groove and production ensure an unique and modern sound. 'Maybe You'll Get Some' has a big bottom end groove and serious reggae brass, delivered by a honey smooth vocal with attitude.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/eureka
Artist: Eureka
Release Title:
Breathe Deeply
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Red, Yellow and Blue'

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This new five-piece band from Melbourne play punchy power pop. Earlier this year the band played support on American guitar supremo Steve Vai’s Australian tour. 'Red, Yellow and Blue' is a love song which talks about beef vindaloo and the aftermath of a relationship.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/fortyalexander
Artist: Forty Alexander
Release Title:
(no album release)
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Welcome Home'

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This group's songs contain strong melodies with a guitar-driven sound. They have recently performed shows in then US including a showcase performance at The Gig in Hollywood. 'Welcome Home' bursts from the blocks with an infectious guitar riff that instantly draws your attention. Throw in a rock-solid rhythm section and the confidence of an up-front vocalist and you have all the ingredients for a tasty music treat.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/glasshouse
Artist: Glasshouse
Release Title:
Welcome Home
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Believe'

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This new Brisbane band's original material is a blend of many genres including rock, pop, groove, alternative and even country. 'Believe' is a catchy rock tune that probably exists at the heavier end of the spectrum with a driving guitar riff at it’s core. Bringing together many elements in sound, this fusion results in a unique yet solid and powerful groove that is of world class standard.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/indiana
Artist: Indiana
Release Title:
I'm Melting
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'One Way Dead End Street'

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Based in Melbourne, Jumblehut write well-crafted songs with an ear tilted to the psychedelic pop rock of the 60s and 70s. 'One Way Dead End Street' is a very short two-minute pop song which is simple and catchy, complete with Beachboysesque vocals.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/jumblehut
Artist: Jumblehut
Release Title:
(no album release)
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Gregory'

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This three-piece band play catchy loud guitar pop songs. 'Gregory' is an up-beat, double-time, high-paced pop track with a slight minor-key feel and includes a melodic string-section instrumental.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/lenlaneline
Artist: Len Lane Line 
Release Title:
Look, Hello
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Gram Rock'

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This is a five piece band with its dual female vocal harmonies, fuses a mix of drums and bass guitars with electronic 90s beats, string sections and old 70s synthesisers. 'Gram Rock' is a tongue-in-cheek celebration of Glam Rock.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/mint
Artist: Mint
Release Title:
(no album release)
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Judas Kiss'

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A fresh young vocalist and songwriter, Nicholece K. Garner has an eclectic style of writing that is difficult to describe. Her vocal, lyrical and musical styles draw from funk, folk, reggae, Afro, dance, hip hop, trip hop and more. 'Judas Kiss' is a trip hop-infused piece with an underlying theme of social commentarywhich is delivered with confidence and flair.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/nicholecegarner
Artist: Nicholece Garner
Release Title:
Firecracker (EP)
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Learn to Unlearn'

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Here is a band with big jumpy beats and heavy groove-based riffs. Oversized deliver regular crowd-pleasing gigs with a consistently rapid growing following. 'Learn to Unlearn' provides crunching metal riffs, mandatory slap bass moves and bombastic drums behind. The vocals are forceful and feature occasionally distorted agro-rhymes.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/oversize
Artist: Oversize
Release Title:
Learn to Unlearn (EP)
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 
'Don't Ask Me'

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Born in Melbourne, Sue Speer has been involved in music since a very young age, starting with the only Brownie badge she ever earned: the music badge. 'Don't Ask Me' is a beautiful song that shows off her considerable vocal ability.

Online: http://www.MP3.com.au/suespeer
Artist: Sue Speer 
Release Title:
Emotional Girl
Genre: Pop & Rock
Requirements: mp3 audio player, eg. Winamp

 

 

 

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