OFFICIAL TINY DANCER VIDEO CLIP
PART 2 of 'BOY IN A MILLION' from 60 MINUTES with Connor Maclean and Casey Barnes
Influences
Recent Album Review:
I have two words for you - Bloody Brilliant!
Casey Barnes has long been an Australian secret, an artist with a guitar case tattered and torn from the truckloads of gigs and late nights spent kicking new songs around this dusty country. He’s well and truly paid his dues, travelled the far expands of the globe and to our advantage the result of the journey thus far is a self titled cracker of an album jam packed full of solid heart felt killer songs from a guy who really knows what he’s on about.
Far beyond the wretched stench of manufactured solo artists that seem to be filling up our TV screens, Casey brings to the ears of the world a creditable, yet consumable, damn catchy, and totally REAL collection of songs. It’s great to hear an album of such calibre making its electronic debut onto iTunes, with the world at his feet. Its times like these that I realise how lucky we are to be born into the age of the internet and have access to so much independent music from all over the world. The Casey Barnes album has been an awesome addition to my ever expanding iTunes collection and well worth checking out for yourself .
Sounds Like
To download songs off the new album go to: iTunes or 'www.caseybarnes.com.au'
Gold Coast singer-songwriter, Casey Barnes, is currently flying high from his inclusion in this year’s Australian Idol Top Ten. Consistently delivering dynamic performances week after week, Casey was highly respected by his peers and his send off was noted as one of the best in the history of the show, with the judges assuring him he would undoubtedly go on to have a highly successful career due to his grace, maturity, solid voice and persistence. Casey clearly performs with passion and it’s impossible to miss the amazing talent Australia has been voting for!
Before Australian Idol, Casey had already made his mark on the music industry and is one of Australia’s most talented, emerging singer-songwriters. One of his biggest highlights to date was opening for Bryan Adams at the outdoor concert series ‘A Day on the Green’ Following his set, the demand for his independently released album at the merchandising tent was overwhelming, with over 200 copies selling out. This was the start of something special for Casey and he has gone on to play shows alongside acts such as Eskimo Joe, Vanessa Amorosi, The Whitlams, Jack Jones and Diesel amongst others.
Casey’s self titled second album followed in 2007 and featured honest, passionate music with a rock/pop edge. 2009 has brought about a slight shift in direction with the release of his brand new 5 track EP ‘Red Lion Motel’. Representing a more authentic and raw sound, Casey has moved in a direction reflecting his maturity as a songwriter.
After a recent successful five week self funded promotional tour of the US and Europe, Casey decided it was time to explore other styles of music and test his talent. What transpired was proof there is no musical environment that he cannot adapt to. Australian DJ/Producer Marco Demark enlisted Casey to feature on his reworking of the Elton John classic, “Tiny Dancer”.
The track reached number 1 on most of the dance charts in the UK, and then went onto reach Top5 on most of the dance charts throughout Europe including 1 in Italy followed by 5 in Casey’s home base, Australia. The track was also added to the daytime play lists of the biggest radio stations in the UK; Radio 1, Capital, Kiss FM and Galaxy. Superstar UK DJ Pete Tong chose “Tiny Dancer” as an ‘Essential Tune’ and following extensive play on his influential show on Radio 1. The tracks success has brought about further opportunities with Casey now working on future releases with DJ/Producers including the likes of superstar DJ Tiesto among others.
On top of Casey’s own personal love of music and performing he also recently found time to organise a successful series of charity concerts to raise money for his chronically ill little mate, 10 year old Connor Maclean, who has a rare health condition. It was a story so strong and heartfelt that it was covered by “60 Minutes” and went to air on Channel 9. Without a doubt, Casey Barnes not only has a passion for his music, but also for the people around him.
With Casey's large fan base and national television exposure reaching out to over a million viewers, he is planning on making the most of the opportunities from Australian IDOL to move forward with his music career. Casey’s hotly anticipated brand new single will be released early next year.
For Bookings Contact: www.caseybarnes.com.au email:casey@caseybarnes.com.au
AUSTRALIAN IDOL 2009:
No worries, its the truth. Your great. My mum loves you to lol she practically cried when you left idol lol. oh and you can count on seeing me at a gig. id love to :)
oh and ur daughter is so adorable i saw her on t.v she looks just like you and ur wife is very pretty. your very lucky. anyways hope all is well im off to bed
Hey Mate, Had a fantastic night, the group performance of Don't Stop Me Now was outstanding. Huge hangover today but it was worth. Marielle and I want to thank you very much for the invitation, Hope to see you again soon Blunty.
How are you? Thank you for the friendship, it is a pleasure to be in touch with you here.
The more I listen to your songs, the more I like them. It is very enjoyable listening to you sing & I did follow you through Idol, you did AwEsOmE there.
Could you please check out my lyrics & demo, any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Hey Casey
Congrats on ur great job on idol. I am going to be performing at the broadbeach carols so I hope to see U there, anywayz stay well & keep rockin!
Love 4eva
Steffi
Congrats and amazing job on idol over there! u need to get you behind to the states! take care and keep me updated on any new stuff! love from austin texas
I am launching my new album BURSt through the roof this Friday at the Uber Bar, West End, Brisbane. Come party! Spcial guests Wild Marmalade, Spankinhide & DJ Dakini. 8PM $15
My new single "Wonderwoman" is now available for a listen at www.myspace.com/juliewillumsen It’s also available on iTunes, emusic.com, play.com – enjoy! My debutalbum is releasing February the. 1. 2010
so that whole time ive been speaking to you(manager): how embarassing.. i thought it was case. so is that you on facebook and twitter: sorry for being a pain. but sitll i do like his music and stuff
Hey Casey just dropping in to see how your doing and by the looks of it your kicking butt in a serious way. Had lunch with Amber yesterday and your name came up in the convo, for all good reasons lol:)) shall tune into Southern Cross over the weekend. Much love my bro.
sweet hopefully: would love to go: when something like that does come up I would love to know: i know this is a bit random but by any chance do you go for anyone in the afl or rugby: how was ur long weekend
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