A FEW LYRICAL ARTISTS I ADMIRE:
Patti Smith "Because the night belongs to lovers",
Tegan & Sara "They seem so very scared of us, I look into the mirror for evil that just does not exist", Marianne Faithfull "At the age of 37 she realised she'd never ride through Paris in a sports car with the warm wind in her hair",
Bruce Springsteen "so unrecognisable to myself, saw my reflection in the mirror and didn't know my own face", Suzanne Vega "blood makes noise" , Radiohead "scratch our eternal itch, a twitch is such a bitch, we are grateful for our iron lung", The Stone Roses "I want to be adored"
DAY TO DAY INSPIRATION:
Acts of human kindness, compassion and bravery.
Waves/water/ocean/rain
Observation, intuition
air, earth, fire, the smell of pine, wood, sun, moonshine
tea (many cups of), laughter, family and friends, guitars, conversation, world news, local muse, blues, walking shoes and people who say that they can do and food.
Monique Brumby's brand of rock/pop is punctuated with distinct melodies and strong as steel hooks and licks - a style which has always set her apart from the pack.
A native Tasmanian, her powerful storytelling is musically emotive and lyrically insightful and when paired with her love of a catchy riff and lush vocals, Monique's music combines sophisticated and accessible pop with a rock edge.
Having moved to mainland Australia and beyond as a teenager in search of a musical dream, Monique released her debut album 'Thylacine', going on to win 2 ARIA (Australian Record Industry Association) Awards for Best New Artist and Best Female artist. Monique also garnered a nomination for Song of The Year for her single 'The Change In Me' as well as being awarded Young Tasmanian of the Year in the field of the arts.
Her second album 'Signal Hill' was released after the critically acclaimed bridge EP 'Eventide' and marked Monique's debut as a co – producer in the studio. As someone who is always striving to learn and achieve more, Monique not only went on to produce her 3rd album 'Into The Blue' soon after, but she also started her own record label 'Little Wind'. Since the release of 'Into The Blue', Monique has produced albums for other up and coming Australian artists and bands in addition to beginning work on her fourth album due for release later this year.
Monique has toured extensively throughout Australia both solo and with her 4 piece band headlining her own shows as well as sharing the stage with acclaimed artists such as the Bangles, Shawn Colvin, Jewell, Pete Yorn and the late Jeff Buckley. As her strong live following attests, Monique is a powerful and charismatic performer who always makes it her mission to connect with her audience.
An accomplished songwriter, Monique has the unique ability to tap into the human consciousness through her writing and her songs have featured in major Australian television shows, Neighbours, Home and Away, The Secret Life of Us, McLeod's Daughters and Heartbreak High as well as in the feature films "Diana and Me" and "Occasional Coarse Language". Monique has co-written with world renowned hit maker John Shanks, fellow Australian singer songwriter Paul Kelly and Midnight Oil's Rob Hirst just to name a few, though her own compositions are shining examples of her considerable talent as one of Australia's most outstanding singer songwriters.
Monique's recorded works have won her legions of fans and great respect from her peers and music critics alike. Time Off Magazine's Ben Preece said "Into the Blue is a superb effort from a divine lady, a magnificent songwriter and above all a damn fine vocalist." Drum Magazine's Michael Smith said "When you care about what you do, you take the time to quietly fashion it to make sure it not only says what you want it to say, but you hope it also reveals itself to the listener. That's the way Monique Brumby makes records."
For more information please contact:
Maryanne Window
management@moniquebrumby.com / +61402000817
www.moniquebrumby.com
www.myspace.com/moniquebrumby
Great show last night Monique, esp loved Valerie, Wrecking Ball & Procession. Always good to hear some new songs thrown into the mix too. Keep up the inspiring work :)
Hi there !!!! Saw you play at Retreat back in Jan and have only got around to this msg now. It was the day before a milestone birthday for me, I was in Melb working (but I'm from Sydney) and happened to see an ad. Took myself off to the gig, it was fab, you were funny as always and the audience and venue were pretty damn fine. So, it was just really special for me and of course you would have had no idea. I guess this is how artists /musicians can touch people in may ways through their work and not always know about it. Thanks for the music - the new songs sounded great. cheers, Warren
Just letting you know I have uploaded some tracks from my debut album "Ambivalence" now avaliable for PRE- ORDER
So if you get a chance swing by to check them out.
You can also check out my now live official Todd Robinson website where you can pre-order the "Ambivalence" album, check tour dates,watch videos, learn my songs with full tab, check out my bio and gear and much much more
www.toddrobinsonguitar.com
www.myspace.com/toddrobinsonguitar
I look forward to sharing my music with you all and welcome your comments.
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A number of very talented people, who themselves have been closely effected by the fires, have volunteered their time and talents to this worthy cause. Artists confirmed so far are-
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Here's to a joyful present, a well remembered past and a hopeful future. Best wishes for happy holidays and a magnificent New Year. Sending my love to you and yours!
