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Ali Towers

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  • Genre: Acoustic / Alternative / Blues

    Location Perth, Western Australia, Au

    Profile Views: 47080

    Last Login: 10/15/2012

    Member Since 5/15/2006

    Website http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3LnNvbmljYmlkcy5jb20vYWxpdG93ZXJz

    Type of Label Unsigned

  • Bio

    BIOGRAPHY • Australian Songwriting Competition 2010 - 2nd Place – Pop Category • Australian Internet Radio 2010 Chart – No.1 and Album of the Week • Soundslikecafe 2010 Chart – No.5 Folk/blues singer/songwriter, Ali Towers was born in Robin Hood country, Nottingham, England, raised on his parents' John Lennon Records and imported to Perth, WA around the turn of the century. Ali has just released a solo EP called The Used Future through Newmarket Music. The EP was recorded at Sumo Studios, Perth with Laurie McCallum (Anime Fire/Fools Rush In) and mastered by William Bowden (Bob Evans / Paul Dempsey) in Sydney. Ali's soul is with the Blues and Folk side of Pop in the vein of Van Morrison, Ray Lamontagne, and Tom Waits, but he has a diverse back catalogue, venturing into trip hop, rock and even theatrical pieces for the Edinburgh Festival. In 2002, Ali co-wrote and recorded the successful dance track, Stay High, which debuted in Ibiza and the Miami Music festival where DJ Tall Paul added the track to his set. Before coming to Australia, Ali had been lucky enough to travel through Europe and America and has managed to play at some inspiring venues including the great CBGS's, before its unfortunate close. Ali aspires to masterpieces such as Van Morrison's Astral Weeks, Jeff Buckley's Grace, Radiohead's Ok Computer, Pink Floyd's Darkside of the Moon and relishes in their ability to send shivers with powerful and lulling melodies, embedded with poetic lyrics. These factors were at the forefront of Ali's mind when he set foot in the studio to record The Used Future EP. The Used Future EP features 5 of Ali's most haunting yet commercial songs to date. As well as providing a great taster for what is in store, the EP also works as a great piece itself, its dark tales told with the aid of a string quartet, flute and lamenting Spanish guitar. Already "Album of the Week" and Number 1 on Australian Internet Radio, it is now available nationally through Newmarket Music at both major and independent retail, and online stores including Amazon and iTunes. Track 2- Hold On (The Sky's Burning) has just achieved 2nd place in the Pop category of the Australian Songwriters Association Contest. Ali Towers is currently touring to promote the EP both solo, and with a 4 piece band, and recently supported Thirsty Merc and Village Kid. Xpress Magazine "While the slick, polished production of the EP may lend itself to commercial radio, Towers has not shirked at writing raw, challenging and close-to-the-bone lyrics". PerthBands.com "A perfect release for relaxed afternoons watching the sun sinking down the horizon or late night chill-out sessions". Fasterlouder.com "Hold On (The Sky Is Burning) made the crowd stand to to attention" (Live review of support for Thirsty Merc at the Fly By Night, Fremantle 23.07.2010) Bookings and Enquiries: 61 401953002 info@alitowers.com www.sonicbids.com/alitowers

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  1. Ali Towers

    Playing a show in Ascot, WA at 5:00 PM today at Bar 150 East @ Ascot Quays http://lnk.ms/dqZqY

  2. Ali Towers

    Gig at the Como. Nice chilled out vibe. Perfect weather. http://t.co/ywskBTQ1Bf

  3. Ali Towers

    Playing a show in Perth, WA at 4:00 PM today at The Como http://lnk.ms/dygl6

  4. Ali Towers

    Playing a show in Ascot, WA at 5:00 PM today at Bar 150 East @ Ascot Quays http://lnk.ms/dyLWf

  5. Ali Towers

    Playing a show in Ascot, WA at 5:00 PM today at Bar 150 East @ Ascot Quays http://lnk.ms/dnB3v

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  • Rachel Dillon

    Hi Ali, I've been great thank you! Flat strap promoting our event and trying to get the word out is a massive challenge. How was the Sydney trip?

    2 years ago
  • Rachel Dillon

    Hi Ali, how's it going?
    Just wanted to let your friends know about a Bluegrass Roots show I'm putting on in Leederville on Oct 16. We have amazing musos joining us (Ian Simpson, Jane Germain, Quentin Fraser). A home cooked supper is included, part proceeds to Headache and Migraine WA. BYO. Bookings are essential. For tix and info go to http://www.racheldillon.com.au


     

    2 years ago
  • Michelle E. Kubiak



    How are you? My New friend.Thanks a lot for adding

    2 years ago
  • Susan Hurley

    Hey Ali,
    How's things going with you??
    :) x

    2 years ago
  • Lincoln Davis

    hey thanks man, ur cd is sweet too!

    def hit u up if i head over that way.. could be while though! 

    2 years ago
  • Susan Hurley

    Hey Ali,
    Sorry I had to rush off last night. Thanks so much for coming down to the Vanguard, was good to see you again!
    I really enjoyed your set the other night. Your songs are great and you have an amazing voice. Keep me up to date with your gigs and let me know when you're back in Sydney.
    Take care!
    Susie x
    P.s really enjoyed your EP as well, Thanks so much for sharing it with me.

    2 years ago
  • Shameem Taheri-Lee

    beautiful songs! hope to hear you live in perth soon

    2 years ago
  • Morgan Joanel

    Hey Ali!

    Yes yes, living in S-town these days... great that you'll be over here soon! Playing some shows? I don't have anything planned show wise - we're just in rehearsal right now... putting it all together, still workin on the release too - EXCITEMENT!

    Let me know what you got on and we might cross paths!

    Mojo x

    3 years ago
  • NEWMARKET MUSIC

    Beautiful release Ali. 

    3 years ago
  • One Tiger Down

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    Hey,

    One Tiger Down will be 1 of 4 bands performing at The Rosemount this Sat April 10th at 8pm for the 'Chile Earthquake Benefit Gig'.

     

    It’s going to be a great night with Generals and Majors, Guns and The Wilderness also performing.

     

    Only $5 entry with all proceeds donated to World Vision's disaster relief fund.

    Come down & make a difference.

    Get in early for your chance to pick up a door prize courtesy of Zapatas Mexican / Latino Restaurants.

    Cheers

    OTD

     

    On the 27th of February an 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit central Chile.
    The official death toll has surpassed 700 people.

    Two million have been affected and 1.5 million houses have been damaged.

    Almost 300,000 people are living in camps or outdoors.

    3 years ago
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