Lydia's song 'Please' is featuring on 272 Records' Acoustika Vol 8 compilation CD. The compilation will be released on 8th Jan, 2008 through Amoeba Music and www.amazon.com
With an intimate sound blending indie folk and pop rock, Lydia Phillips is an Australian singer/songwriter emerging as a dynamic artist.
Lydia released her debut EP ‘Hibiscus January’ and launched it with her band to a full house at the East Brunswick Club in October 2007. Their pop/rock track ‘Please’ features on Hollywood label 272 Records’ compilation CD ‘Acoustika Vol 8’ which was released globally in January 2008.
Since beginning solo gigs in Port Fairy, Western Victoria, as a 17-year old, Lydia has played at music festivals, jazz clubs, lounges and pubs, often appearing with her guitarist and regular co-writer Tim O’Donnell. She performed solo in New Jersey, USA in 2005.
Now joined by a talented band - Tim O'Donnell on guitar, Jeremy Staples on bass, Dan Angelini on drums and Madeleine Coulter ..o - the group's energy onstage has captivated eclectic crowds.
“Wow is the word. [Lydia] is magic on stage… an artist who truly restores your faith in music” (Clear Springs Entertainment)
"Gorgeous melodies and soft sweet songs ... a beautiful performance... A very good start to hopefully a long, successful career" (Mediasearch)
Her live shows are known to draw the masses. As Melbourne’s renowned club Manchester Lane has found,
“she packs them in!” - Manchester Lane entertainment guide.
The EP is enjoying regular airplay on local community radio and has been celebrated as
“the best release by a local artist in a long time” (Clear Springs Entertainment).
I just finished an EP and would love your feedback ! I've had my music up at Myspace now for a month and could use the support. Could you take a moment and let me know what you think ?
Looking forward to playing with you @ the Clifton Hill Hotel on Wed, Nov 4th - should be a good one! Just listened to your song Hibiscus January - lovely track!
Hi there! Special Patrol are going to be in Melbourne this Saturday the 24th to launch their brand new album The Stranger's Dozen. Come along to the John Curtin Band Room, say hi and have a beer with us! Cheers, SP.
Falloe launch their long awaited debut album... Wednesday 30th of September. The Corner Hotel. 57 Swan St. Richmond. Just next to railway bridge Cnr Stewart St. Doors 7:30 Special Guests tessa and the typecast. and The Diamonds (String Duet)
Hundred Fire Management presents a very special Friday Night Fire on Grand Final eve, Friday September 25, at Edinburgh Castle. On a weekend usually associated with the big men of sport, Friday Night Fire will feature three of the best female acts in Melbourne. Kick this huge weekend off with Cash Savage and the Last Drinks, Suzannah Espie and Krista Polvere. Doors at 9pm.
Falloe launch their long awaited debut album... with Special Guests Tessa and the Typecast and The Diamonds (String Duet) $10 Entry or $30 with Album Purchase
it's been a while? how are things? good to see you are keeping busy and all? I've booked a tour for a girl out of adelaide called Laura Hill & The Tuesday Bandits in September.
Thursday 10th of September at Manchester Lane, supporting Khristian Mizzi & The Sirens, Rosaline Yuen. 8PM $10
Friday 11th September at Edinburgh Castle Dinning Room, supporting Khristian Mizzi & The Sirens and Lisa Salvo. 9PM $10
Saturday 12th September at Spenserslive, supporting Michael Meeking, Fallow Fields and Lady Grey. 8PM $10
Sunday 13th September at Purepop Arvo Slot
Sunday 13th September at Brunswick Hotel 5pm with Fallow Fields.
Hope all is well and their are new releases in the pipeline
Josh Owen Band
July Gigs & Espy Residency
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6th July Espy - Front Bar (Band)
13th July Espy - Front Bar (Band)
18th July Corner Hotel (Solo)
Jaimi Faulkner Album Launch
20th July Espy - Front Bar (Band)
26th July Marong Family Hotel (Solo)
27th July Espy - Front Bar (Band)
31st July Thin Green Line (Band)
Hickinbotham Winery Dromana
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Hey……… Thanks for being our friend over the years…... We're about to release in a few weeks our new 5th CD….”SIGNS” Have a preview listen and a look at our new myspace face lift for the promo for it..... The Streamliners sending you some good vibes for 2009.
Hi lydia, thought I'd drop by and say hi. It's been a while since the Manchester Lane gig. Glad to see your music is going well. Let me know if you want bill together again soon.
Hey thanks for adding me!
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<br />If you get a chance you should check out my tunes and let me know what you think!
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<br />If you do like my songs then feel free to help me out by clicking on this link and rating my song "Heroes of Today" or my newest one, not yet on MySpace, “Hopelessly Hoping for Hope”
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<br />www.triplejunearthed.com/danielbrennan
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<br />Cheers,
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Hey Lydia, Glad to see you're at the Thornbury Theatre on Mar 1st. We're playing @ Wesley Anne on Friday, Feb 20 with Freya Hanly (WA) - she's amazing. Come along if you're free. Cheers!