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	30.10.01 - Concert of hope and encouragement. From Woodlands Media. Australia's leading country-gospel singer Steve Grace returns to Brisbane on Sunday 11 November to present a concert of hope and encouragement in these uncertain times. Brisbane is one of 70 Australian centres to host his concerts over the next few months. Steve performs songs from his ninth album, Follow, plus concert favourites including Big Dreams and Australian Country Towns. After working as a truck driver 15 years ago, the country-influenced singer-songwriter has pioneered a path that has taken him to hundreds of cities and regional towns throughout Australia, as well as the USA, Thailand, Solomon Islands, Philippines, New Zealand, New Guinea, Israel, Holland, Finland and Canada. Australia's biggest selling country music performer, Slim Dusty, recently recorded one of Steve's songs for his 100th album. The Australian radio industry has presented Steve with two major awards for songwriting, and the Gospel Music Association of America voted Steve as the International Artist of the Year in 1996. Steve's debut album Children of the Western World (1988) has achieved gold certification in Australia selling more than 35,000 copies. The 2001 Follow tour sees Steve travel the length and breadth of Australia, from Cairns to Melbourne, and from Sydney to Perth, performing in churches, local halls, as well as large concert venues. Steve's music is accompanied by a large screen visual presentation. "It's a concert of hope and encouragement for people living in uncertain times," says Steve. Steve Grace performs at Brisbane's Liberty Fellowship, Logan Central, Sunday 11 November 6 pm. Admission is free. For details on other concerts check out Steve's website: www.stevegrace.com. For further information contact, Wes Jay, Woodlands Media wes@woodlandsmedia.com.
	30.10.01 - Chris Mundy - "Welcome to the World". From Chris Mundy. Just when you're about to give up hope in a world of pop beset by drab fashion and sugar coated cover versions, along comes the much needed antidote, Chris Mundy. With a veritable catalogue of hit songs in his locker, Chris challenges the conventions of pop songwriting while delivering vocals that jump right out of the speakers. The new album is entitled "Welcome to the World". The material is immediate, contemporary and radio friendly, thanks again to the working relationship with producer Stuart Stuart, who’s recent production credits include Anuj, Seventh Avenue and Josie 7. "The whole theme of the album challenges the listener to wake up and look at the world around them", states Chris. "Musically we have tried to achieve this by mixing technology with my passion for guitar based songwriting, so there's heaps more loops and stuff, but heaps more guitars too". Lyrically, the album also ventures into new territory, touching on subjects relevant to modern society. Songs such as the title track 'Welcome to the World', 'A Voice' and 'Turn Another Page' touch on issues like relationships, poverty and postmodernism in the 21st century. "The album asks a lot of questions I think we should be asking ourselves as individuals and as a society" Chris explains. "It identifies with the struggles we have in making this world a better place, and where love, ethics and spirituality fit into the picture". Yet the most appealing thing about "Welcome to the World" is its pop sensibility. The collaboration between Chris Mundy and Stuart Stuart are just the right ingredients to meld radio friendliness with musical credibility in this exciting new release. "I am really excited about this release, and I hope you are too........its taken the past 10 months of my life to complete and I think it has some of the best songs I've ever written on it." Click here to order your copy now! You can also grab a copy from these stores: Top10 Shop Albany Ck Shopping Village, Victory Gifts and Books Strathpine, UC Resources/Vision Auchenflower, Keswick Geelong and it should be in Koorong soon too! (If your local bookstore/ music shop doesn't have it - hassle them until they stock it!) You can hear interviews with me on various stations around Australia in the next few weeks, including ABC Radio National, Light FM Toowoomba and Rhema Geelong. Listen out for my new single, 'Welcome to the World' which has been added to many playlists around the country.
	25.10.01 - Australian Gospel Music Festival Special to screen on 7. From Australian Gospel Music Festival. Christian Television Australian (CTA) has announced that a one-hour television special recorded at this year’s Australian Gospel Music Festival in Toowoomba, Queensland, will screen nationally on the Seven Network on Sunday, 9th December at 2pm (was going to be 2nd December at 1pm). CTA Chief Executive, Greg Gardiner, said interest in Gospel music is growing. "Recent articles in Australian and American news magazines have all pointed to the fact that there is significant interest in Gospel music, and this was borne out in Toowoomba last Easter with a record attendance." "We’re delighted that Seven has scheduled the Special in such a great timeslot" he said. The Australian Gospel Music Festival Special features some of Australia’s best-known and up-and-coming Christian music artists. These include Colin Buchanan, Adrian Ross, the Paul Colman Trio, Steve Grace and Claire Hazzard. The Special is hosted by Gospel Artist Vaughan Famularo. The program is a showcase of various musical styles, from children’s and country music through to modern dance music. There are also interviews with each artist, exploring issues of life, faith, and their own particular music style. "This program may challenge some preconceived ideas about Gospel music for some people, as it presents the contemporary face of 21st Century Australian Christianity and the people shaping its future through music" Mr Gardiner said. "And there’s a genuine honesty from the artists about their life and their faith journey that is refreshing and attractive, which is rather poignant in the current times when many people are concerning themselves with life’s big questions" he said. CTA also produces a weekly music program for the Seven Network. This half-hour program is called One and screens Sundays at 6am.
	19.10.01 - Wanted Alive or Alive. From Celebration Vocal Band. Brisbane female harmony group the Celebration Vocal Band (CVB) who celebrated their tenth anniversary in ministry earlier this year is seeking new vocalists for 2002 and beyond. CVB could be described as one of Brisbane's quite achievers having last year sung to a conservatively estimated audience of 30 000 people over 47 bookings. This unique group has had a great deal to offer the Brisbane church community and this is your opportunity to play an active ministry role as a vocalist. Our present trio of Sue Glosko, Barbara Chapman & Koda-Jo Berry have a total of 27 years service in CVB incorporation between them, the person we are looking for would have a similar level of commitment. Next year the line up must change as Koda-Jo starts to pursue a solo career and leaves the group. Barbara Chapman also has time constraints due to the release of her solo CD "Undercover". So are you interested in walking into a already functioning and effective, ministry based singing outfit with an active gig record you’ve just found it. However please consider this, you MUST have a calling on your life for music ministry to take this on. The successful applicant/s will receive professional vocal development by Queensland Opera’s Mark Kroon, and no you won’t sound like Melba, think more "Point of Grace". You will also be choreographed, songs will be arranged (parts), outfitted for presentations (at cost) and supported by years of experience and know how by the present crew. If you want to know more then call our secretary Rob Chapman on 3372 4129. Or rob@lighthousemusic.com.au visit the web www.cvb.org.au.
	19.10.01 - Sonfest update and free Delirious CDs. From Sonfest. Well Sonfest preparations are well under way. We have received amazing support from Churches all across the country. We would ask that you would continue to uphold the event, the organisers, performers and those attending in prayer. God did some amazing work last year, some of which we are only just seeing the results of. Remember to rush into Koorong before December 1st to take advantage of the Free GLO CD offer. For all tickets (except QLD 1-day tickets) bought before December 1st you will receive a Free Copy of Delirious CD GLO. All indications point to Sonfest 2002 as being huge, so grab your friends together and get ready to have your life changed.
	18.10.01 - Myagi looking for new lead singer, drummer and rhythm guitarist. From Myagi. Myagi is undergoing some fairly fundamental changes with the departure of lead singer, Dan. This will be after some recording planned for late November. The evolution of the band's meloncholy sound and Dan's leaving is impetus for a lineup change. Mike (guitar) and Josh (bass) will be staying where they are. Andy (drummer) is moving to an odd-bodd role, doing percussion, keyboard and backing vocals. Myagi's influences include: (old) Something for Kate, Adam Again, any 80s goth-rock band, Roadside Monument, Sounds Like Sunset, Leonard Cohen etc. Interested people should contact Mike on 0418 763 947 or s1830495@mailbox.gu.edu.au.
	14.10.01 - 96Five Creative Challenge winners. From Site Admin. Brisbane's favourite Christian music competition was held last night with the winners taking home big grins, the prestige of winning their categories and $1000. The runners-up at least had the satisfaction of giving it their best shot on the night. Soulframe as guest band did what they do best and put on a splendid show. And the winners were... Best Original Song - Andrew Tuppin (sung by Angie Graham), Best Vocal Performance (Solo) - Alan Cameron, Best Band Performace - Youthoria, Best Original Song For Kids - Rocfish, Best Original Drama - The Chapmans, People's Choice Award - Benjamin Cleaver. Good luck to all the winners. We hope to hear more from them all in the not-too-distant future.
	13.10.01 - Vacant Lot set to record 3rd CD. From Vacant Lot Brisbane band Vacant Lot are set to record their third CD. They are to start the recording process on Sunday the 14th of October. The CD 'Fixed in Stone' should hopefully be ready before the band plays at the Sonfest music festival. The band are also printing t-shirts to be sold at gigs and by contacting the band.
	11.10.01 - Threefold. From Threefold. Threefold is an all girl trio with a fresh, contemporary sound, heart-felt, challenging lyrics, and a precise blend of harmonies. Threefold came together permanently after being discovered by Peter Shurley in Brisbane and have gone on to record at his studio. We have our debut CD available in November in 'Word' Bookstore and Cleveland Christian Bookshop. Our Launch Concert will be held on November 3 at Carindale Church Of The Nazarene, Meadowlands Drive, Carindale at 7:30pm. CDs will be available for sale.
	11.10.01 - Songs of hope in uncertain times. From Woodlands Media. Recent events in the US have seen many people hurt, confused and fearful for the future. People are searching for answers and a sense of hope. At a time like this, Contemporary Christian Music can play a part. Whether it's Psalm 46, ("God is our refuge and strength, a present help in time of need.") or music by the Paul Colman Trio, Steve Grace, Delirious or Amy Grant, Christian music: * encourages us turn our eyes on Him and pray for the current and developing world situation, and * assures us that we can find hope and answers when, as Wayne Watson sings, "we take the pains of earth to the doors of heaven". Click here for some examples of contemporary Christian songs providing encouragement today.
	11.10.01 - Nattasha Crestani wins another award. From Nattasha Crestani. Singer-songwriter Nattasha Crestani has won the 2001 Rising Star Award at the 5th Annual Independent Country Music Awards! The Awards were held at the Mildura Arts Centre in a presentation that included Nattasha performing her hit song 'Million Dollar You'. The song has charted in the Rock Across Australia charts earlier this year. She was so taken by surprise she didn't have a speech prepared. Nattasha has been interviewed by many radio stations. Press photos of the evening will also be available soon. Contact her now for an interview! Next stop for Nattasha is the Commercial Club at Albury where she is performing as part of Bernie Stahl's Saddle Up Club. Check out here website here.
	11.10.01 - The Agents head for Nepal. From The Agents. Ian Farrington and Phil Spence, members of The Agents fly out for Kathmandu on 19th November to set up an international music festival in Kathmandu and 2 other cities in Nepal. The prime minister of Nepal has given the use of a 40,000 seat stadium, army trucks for transport, and police for security for the event. The Nepalese royal family reportedly are going to attend the event next year. Pray for Ian and Phil's safety and that everything comes together for this great event. It is illegal to preach the gospel in Nepal but we can do it through music.
	10.10.01 - Paul Colman Trio launches PC3 live CDs and video. From Woodlands Media. If you're somewhere between 12 and 50, and you've listened to Christian radio in this country, you've probably heard the Paul Colman Trio - many times! From its beginnings in 1998, The Paul Colman Trio has also carved a formidable reputation for its powerful live performances across Australia, New Zealand, and the US. Hailed as Artist of the Year by The Rock Across Australia charts earlier this year, PC3's success can now be traced with the release of the PC3 Live collection: two CDs - PC3 Live - Electric, PC3 Live - Acoustic, plus the PC3 Video Collection 1998-2001. PC3 Live - Electric captures the magic of the trio's live performances with 11 songs including an extended version of Dip featuring Adrian Ross on didgeridoo, plus the previously unreleased See My Baby. This CD also features the talents of Adam Lester on guitars, and Derek Bailey on keyboards. PC3 Live - Acoustic sees the trio in unplugged mode, and presents 11 songs including three previously unreleased songs - Selfish Song, Forever Friend and Africa. PC3 Live - The Video Collection 1998 to 2001 includes film from Sydney and Melbourne concerts, plus extensive behind the scenes, backstage, and other never seen before footage of the group, as well as three video clips - Turn, Run and Fill My Cup. The live CDs and video collection give an insight into the band, tracing the trio's history from the release of Serious Fun though to today. Not only are the CDs and video "compulsory musts" for any fan of the trio, they are also a great appetizer for anyone interested in hearing and seeing great Australian Christian music.
	10.10.01 - New single from Dumpster. From Dumpster. Hey everyone. We have a new single out, called "cravin' mild", which is off our forthcoming album "sky-fi". It is again produced by Greg Wales (who has done some amazing stuff with bands like 78 Saab, Faker, Youth Group, and Lazy Susan recently), and the single has three songs in total. You can grab a copy by emailing us or at one of our upcoming gigs.
	09.10.01 - Australian Gospel Music Festival Documentary Finally To Hit TV! From Lisa Reynolds. The long awaited Television Documentary that Vaughan Famularo hosted at the Toowoomba Music Festival is finally being screened this month. It will air nationally on Channel 7 on Sunday the 9th December at 2pm (originally scheduled for Sunday the 28th October at 1pm then 2nd December at 1pm). It has performances and interviews with Steve Apirana, Paul Colman Trio, Steve Grace, Peter Shurley, Claire Hazzard, Lisa Reynolds, Colin Buchanan, Adrian Ross, Compliments of Gus and Soulframe plus a few more. Vaughan says 'please pray that it will touch the lives of the people who get to watch it. What we Christians can take for granted can be an eye opener and a heart changer to those who as yet don't know the Lord'. AMEN.
	09.10.01 - Lisa Reynolds heads to Stuart Prison again. From Lisa Reynolds. I got home tonight and there was an email from Dave Coppard (New Foundations Ministries) awaiting me that said a concert has been organised for me in Stuart Prison (Townsville) on Friday 26th October (PM). I am excited about it, however I would really appreciate your prayers, as I need a good guitarist from Townsville to come with me so I can take in the new material and also, there will be a whole batch of new guys in there. This is very exciting, as once again... a concert has been okayed sight unseen, sound unheard and WITHOUT A SECURITY CHECK. God is SO good!! Please remember to mark this date down in your diary and pray for me that God will continue to use me to reach out to the men at Stuart Prison and that we will see another MIGHTY MOVE OF GOD IN THERE!!!
	05.10.01 - Win a date with Dan. From Squipplepippy. It is my pleasure to announce our latest competition: Win a Date with Dan. So what do you have to do to win this, the most excellent of prizes? Answer the following, and send your answer along with your name and some form of contact details to iwannadatedan@squipplepippy.com. The question: What pick-up line would you use on Dan to seduce him? Entries will be stripped of all details and Dan will choose the winner from the pick up lines themselves, clearly this is not entirely serious, and so the wittiest, funniest, and most original entry will win. Dan will be unaware of his date until he and the lucky winner meet on the date itself. The date must occur in the greater Brisbane region and from what I hear, will be most impressive, so get those entries coming in. Entries close 30th November 2001, and the winner will be notified by Squipplepippy.com to arrange a time and date for your date with Dan.
	04.10.01 - Rhubarb single launched today. From Rhubarb. New single - 'Light on Your Shoulder' is officially released today to coincide with the 'Drop The Debt' campaign that Rhubarb are supporting. The limited edition CD single will be available free to everyone who comes to a paying gig (until sold out). You can download the MP3 free also until 10th October from www.rhubarbmusic.com (or here). Brisbane - 6th October - Suncorp Metway Park top of the mall Brisbane -FREE- Rhubarb & Regurgitator , 4pm.
	04.10.01 - Lisa Reynolds news. From Lisa Reynolds. Koorong have agreed to stock 'Fall Under Grace' in their stores nationwide. So if you would like to purchase a copy of 'Fall Under Grace' you can now find them in a Koorong bookstore near you for the purchase price of $25 (includes GST). Otherwise, you can still order them direct from me by ringing through your order on 617 5446 2654 or posting your cheque/money order for $20 (made payable to Lisa Reynolds) to PO Box 114, Wurtulla, QLD, 4575, AUSTRALIA. Plans are again underway for a further TWO trips to Townsville over the next couple of months. Dates for these trips will be from Friday 19th October through to Monday 29th October... then from Saturday 1st December through to Monday 9th December. Will let you know further details of actual ministry/concert dates as they are confirmed. Please pray for more doors of ministry to open while I am there. John Galbraith from Compassion Australia has recently informed me that due to 1/ Ansett's untimely demise, and 2/ continuing war threats... the trip to India will still be going ahead, however actual dates are a bit up in the air at the moment. Four days ago I was presented with a cheque for AUS$10,000 by one of my sponsors, The Niblett-Technique Healing & Massage Clinic, so that I could record my next album. WOW! I really want to thank and honour Erin and Neil McDonnell and Alan and Bev Niblett from The Niblett-Technique Healing and Massage Clinics (Coolum Beach and Noosaville respectively). I am heading into the recording studio on Monday 5th November to start production on my new album 'The Stand'. It will be produced by Craig Ross of Roo Muzik Productions in Maroochydore (Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia). He produced 'Fall Under Grace'. The album is expected to be due for release by February 2002 at the latest.
	04.10.01 - New Rhubarb, new Dumpster, new Frugals. From Toupee Records. Rhubarb's new single is out. Dumpster have a brand new single out now. The Frugals have released the second single from their current album. Listen to them here in Real Audio - Rhubarb, Dumpster, The Frugals.
	04.10.01 - Fiery Fergus web cast from Canberra. From Fiery Fergus. On Saturday 13th October, Fiery Fergus will be playing on the Main Stage at the Bruce Stadium as part of the National Gospel Happening. If you can't make it to Canberra, you will be able to watch it on the internet because it is being web cast live. Just follow the links from www.nationalgospelhappening.org. Fiery Fergus is scheduled for two 15 minute slots at 1pm and 4:15pm (exact times may vary). The National Gospel Happening is a free-entry event running from Friday 12th October to Sunday 14th October, run by a non-denominational coalition of churches in Canberra, featuring a boat load of top artists. It is the first year that this event has been run, and the volunteers who have put it together have done a fantastic job. The band is really looking forward to it, and we hope you can join us on the web or in Canberra.