Thanks to Gibson, Zakk will appear at Allans Music store in Pitt Street on December 3. Be there from 4 pm to have all your Black Label Society merch signed. Zakk’s appearance will coincide with the launch of three new guitar models: Les Paul BFG Bullseye, Buzzsaw, and the Graveyard Disciple.

Zakk won’t be performing, but the afternoon is promising to be pretty special anyway. To attend, pre-register your interest online at the Allans Music website.

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“Coma” received a nod in the Adult Contemporary category. This comes after the song debuted at number nine on the AIR Independent chart earlier this year. The most exciting thing is that there’s more where that came from. “Coma” is the first single lifted from Jacob’s debut album Reason, which is set to hit record stores in 2010.

You might remember that the music video for “Coma” featured ex-Neighbours star Pippa Black. It seems she might have put in a good word for Jacob before leaving Ramsey Street, because he’ll play “Coma” on the show. Jacob will hit Charlie’s Bar in an episode airing on January 20. It looks like he went down a treat with Dr Karl, Susan, and Toadie!

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The band has worked hard to build up a strong fanbase online, so it seemed right to announce details of their special guerilla gig on the web. It took just two days for the news to go viral across MySpace, Tiwtter, and Facebook. Fans packed out a tiny café on the beach to see the boys strip back their songs with an acoustic set.

Amy Meredith are no strangers to guerilla gigs. They also recently played a show on a crowded train! There are more guerilla gigs planned over summer, so many sure you follow @amymeredithband on Twitter to get all the details.

Amy Meredith’s recent gigging blitz was in efforts to promote their new single “Pornstar,” which is released today.
The song comes from the band’s forthcoming debut album, which will hit stores early next year.

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The night featured musical performances by Australian DMC champion DJ Dexter, hometown girls HOOPS DJs, and Melbourne’s MAFIA. While his set was killer, the highlight of DJ MAFIA’s night was the invitation to design his very own G-SHOCK watch.

“G-SHOCK is the only piece of jewellery I wear and I feel naked without one. It’s an honour for me to design my own Shock and I’m looking forward to adding it to my collection that I have acquired over a 15-year period,” he said.

The night also featured a special appearance by Kikuo Ibe, the original G-SHOCK designer. A live Japanese drumming demonstration and the release of hundreds of balloons containing G-SHOCK watches made this one memorable night!

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The axe is based on the guitarist’s 1968 Gibson SG. Like all guitars of the period, it’s crafted in solid mahogany. This medium-dense wood creates a rich, round, warm tone, and looks gorgeous.

If you want to get your hands on one you’ll need $3617 US for the standard version, $6115 US for the Vintage Original Spec version and $9409 for the aged one. What a way to take advantage of the strength of our dollar!

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I saw Doug Parkinson play The Big Bopper in the original run of Buddy way back in 1991. How incredible that 18 years later he’s still singing “Chantilly Lace” in that trademark baritone! Doug will be joined on the tour by Scott Cameron, who starred as Buddy Holly in the recent Australian production of Buddy. While Richie Valens completed the original trio, this tour features a much bigger 50s icon. Stepping into those blue suede shoes of Elvis Presley is none other than Donny Edwards, the man regarded as the world’s most sought after Elvis impersonator. Considering how many folks don the rhinestone jumpsuit, that’s some claim to fame!

This rocking tour will make stops in capital cities and regional centres all around the country from April 2010. Tickets are on sale now.

21 & 22 April 2010 – The Palms at Crown, Melbourne
23 & 24 April 2010 – Astor Theatre, Perth
28 April 2010 – Entertainment Centre, Warrnambool
29 April 2010 – Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, Mt Gambier
30 April 30 & 1 May 2010 – Her Majesty’s, Adelaide
2 May 2010 – Chaffey Theatre, Renmark
4 May 2010 – Dapto Leagues Club, Wollongong
5 May 2010 – Wests Leagues, Newcastle
6 May 2010 – Southern Cross Club, Canberra
7 May 2010 – Evan Theatre @ Penrith Panthers
8 May 2010 – State Theatre, Sydney
9 May 2010 – Workers Club, Revesby
12 May 2010 – Civic Centre, Townsville
13 May 2010 – Convention Centre, Mackay
14 May 2010 – Entertainment Centre, Proserpine
15 May 2010 – Civic Centre, Cairns
18 May 2010 – Cultural Centre, Capella
19 May 2010 – Entertainment Centre, Gladstone
20 May 2010 – Moncrieff Theatre, Bundaberg
21 May 2010 – Brolga Theatre, Maryborough
22 May 2010 – Civic Hall, Ipswich
23 May 2010 – Events Centre, Caloundra
25 May 2010 – Cultural Centre, Redcliffe
26 May 2010 – Civic Centre, Gympie
27 May 2010 – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane
28 May 2010 – Twin Towns Services Club, Tweed Heads
29 May 2010 – Empire Theatre, Toowoomba
30 May 2010 – Performing Arts Centre, Redlands

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These days, I don’t know why I bother. It’s much easier to shop online, and awesome Aussie retailer Chaos has got a bunch of cool deals to ring in the festive season. They’re currently celebrating the 30 Days of Chaosmas, with fantastic specials and offers each day. For example, today you can get your Britney fix without paying an exorbitant price to see a lacklustre concert! Chaos is offering the Britney Singles Collection and plenty of other Britney CDs for just $7.95. Some may argue they’re not even worth that, but they’re good stocking stuffers for your little sisters!

If you’re stuck for ideas, consult the cool Chaosmas Gift Finder. It’ll help you find the perfect present for mum, your bratty little brother, Aunt Doris, and your mates. Or you could always cop-out and get a gift voucher!

Either way, a rocking musical present’s bound to be a bigger hit with the rellies than bath salts or socks!

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The night opened up with the soulful sounds of Ray Mann. This young man with the old-school soul sensibility and his electric guitar was a strange choice for supporting Tori. She’s so unique that it’s always hard to find the right fit. The restless crowd told me though that he probably wasn’t it. It’s a shame because his songs were gorgeous, and his personality just as sweet. He told us that tonight, playing for his home audience at the iconic Opera House, was the best night of his life. Clearly he didn’t mind the chatty crowd and was just happy to play for those, like myself, who were happy to listen. I think he’s going to be embraced by the crowd on the Al Green tour he’s supporting next year. I have a feeling we’ll be hearing a lot more from Ray, which is a very good thing.

A roar of applause, a standing ovation, and then a hush as the previously talkative crowd gave itself over to the magic of Tori Amos. She appeared strong yet feminine in her black military jacket-style dress. It was slit at the sides, allowing Tori to sexily peek out her shapely legs clad in sparkly gold tights. She writhed on her piano seat with abandon, giving herself over to the power of her music. Put simply, she is a vision. I wish I’d known the Opera House wasn’t enforcing their no camera policy! As it is, you’ll just have to look at another one from the tour.

This was my third Tori show, and probably my favourite. A Tori set list is always surprising. She’s one of those artists who rarely plays the same song back-to-back. There are no guaranteed singles ready to make their appearance, no guarantees at all really. That may unnerve or even disappoint other music fans, but not Tori’s. Remember, she’s the artist who either love or loathe. And the people that love her, love everything she does. The favourite songs you hear are like gifts, beautiful unexpected gifts, and the ones you didn’t warm to on the recordings become so much richer for seeing them live.

This set list was more surprising than most though. Tori was here to promote her new album Abnormally Attracted to Sin, but you wouldn’t know it. “Lady in Blue” made an early appearance as an opener, and “Curtain Call” popped up near the end, but for the most part the new album was forgotten. For me, who’s often wished for more older material in her sets, this was a joyful blessing. Instead we were treated to more tracks from Scarlet’s Walk than any other, and the surprising addition of favourite B-sides like Here. In My Head and Take To The Sky. The latter was made more special with a little “I Feel the Earth Move” in the middle. I’d just bought Carole King tickets that same morning, so I gave an extra loud cheer.

There were so many highlights. “Silent All These Years” was one of those really important songs as I was growing up, and I gasped when I heard its familiar piano introduction. “Leather” was so deliciously sinful. Her cover of “Over The Rainbow” was one of the most moving live performances I’ve ever witnessed. “Merman” and “Putting The Damage On” were the perfect pair to end the perfect performance.

Tori told us that while every place you play as a performer is magical, there’s a little extra magic in taking to the stage at the Opera House. Clearly she loves to play here, and that showed in an amazing night of music. I feel truly honoured to have witnessed it.

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Rogue Traders founding member James Ash found Mindi through her MySpace page and thought her a natural for stepping into Natalie Bassingthwaighte’s stilettos.

“Nothing really stopped when Nat left,” he explained in a statement. “I continued to write music, and looked around for a new singer, and didn’t settle until I found the right one. Mindi was that right singer.”

Understandably, Mindi says the call from James was a “massive shock.” Yet after a few early jitters, she’s settled comfortably in the band’s new vision and extensive back catalogue.

“Love Is A War” is the start of a new chapter for the band. It’s not just the first single from their as-yet-untitled fourth album. It’s also the first track Mindi penned with James. The song marks a return to The Rogue Traders’ club roots, without compromising the pop sensibilities which made them a national sensation.

“Love Is A War” will hit radio this Friday before its digital release on Christmas Day.

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