Brisbane Christian News - Brisbane Christian Chat (Queensland, Australia)


	25.10.02 - Beanbag disband. From The Rock Across Australia. Beanbag has disbanded for unspecified reasons. Lead singer, Hans 'Hunz' Simon Van Vliet continues with a solo project and Phil Usher rejoins Tonjip. The band's 'Beanbag, Hospital and Anthem Tour' (scheduled to conclude this weekend) was unexpectedly curtailed after the band's van and trailer had a showdown with a deer outside Nashville last weekend. Hans was taken to the hospital with a suspected punctured lung, and released on Monday. The rest of the band sustained cuts and sprains. We all wish the guys from Beanbag our very best and our prayers are with each one of them. We encourage you to support & uphold them in your prayers.
	25.10.02 - Carpetman goes live on radio. From Carpetman (Martin Jacobs). Carpetman will be doing a live interview with 4OUR FM this Saturday between 4 and 5pm. If you're in the Caboolture area, why not listen in - just tune to 101.5 FM.
	25.10.02 - Sonfest update. From Sonfest. Pillar Confirmed... The Sonfest organisers are pleased to announce that US rock act Pillar will be performing exclusively at Sonfest 2003. Their performance on the Friday evening is their only appearance in Australia. Pillar’s mix of driving sounds and soaring melodies earned them a 2001 Dove Award for 'Best Hard Rock Album of the Year' followed by a second Dove award in 2002 for their song 'Live for Him'. Pillar's fast rise in popularity has earned them the reputation as one of Christian Music’s premier rock acts. Interesting facts about the band include lead singer and band front-man, Rob Beckley doubling as a soldier in the United States Army reserves. Beckley was called to serve in Afghanistan and only moments later he was told that he was being replaced by another soldier. Despite his national allegiances, Pillar’s colours are shown clearly in their song 'Echelon' featured on their new album 'Fireproof': "I’m a soldier in the army of One, and like I told you, the battle’s already won." Just another one of the not-to-miss bands performing at Sonfest 2003. 7 day Countdown... There are only seven days left before the October monthly madness draw. To enter all you have to do is purchase your ticket at either Koorong or Pillar Bookstores and fill out the entry form. This month’s prizes are: 1st - $100 Rebel Sport gift voucher, 2nd - 4 slabs of Coke or Diet Coke, 3rd - Sonfest T-Shirt. Remember if you purchase your ticket now your entry will be included in the November, December and Ultimate Christmas gift draws as well plus you get a free Toby Mac CD when you buy before November 30! More local Bands confirmed... The following bands are new additions to the Sonfest line-up - Wishful Thinking, Blind, Bodyworx, Memphis Joe, Gerald, Justin Mark, 8Ball, Breathing Autumn, Emino, Leigh Wallis, Oak and still more to come. That's all for now. Once again thanks for all of your prayers and support.
	25.10.02 - Crew cuts. From The Rock Across Australia. Paul Colman Trio's 'Fill My Cup' is #3 on Jamsline's AC chart and #4 on the Radio and Records AC chart. 38th Parallel opens for Everclear in Iowa next Tuesday. Daily Planet's 'Flying Blind' (the 10th most played song in Australia this week) is the theme song for the new TV series 'TruthQuest: California'. dc Talk is releasing a special 10-Year Anniversary Edition of its 'Free At Last' CD plus the never-before-seen 'Free At Last Movie' in mid December. Christian music is continuing to gain significant airplay on mainstream TV in the US. EMI reports Eli’s 'Now The News' and Plankeye’s 'When It Comes' on Dawson’s Creek; Steven Curtis Chapman’s 'Live Out Loud' on Sue Thomas: F.B. Eye; Juliana Theory’s 'Top Of The World' on Providence; and Grits' song 'Here We Go' on Third Watch. Talking about Grits, more than 180 people from VIBE, Spin, Rolling Stone, Billboard, The Source, Vogue, and MTV attended its performance at New York City’s Soul Café recently. 'Here We Go' is beginning to get major TV and radio airplay across the US. Jaci Velasquez performed 'Imagine Me Without You' for the National Hispanic Heritage Month reception held at the White House earlier this month. US President George Bush and a host of dignitaries attended. Michelle Williams (Destiny's Child) recently won a MOBO (Best Gospel Act) Award for her album 'Heart To Yours'. The prestigious UK awards focus on urban music including R&B, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Jazz, Gospel, UK Garage and World Music. Rebecca St. James will appear in the upcoming Veggie Tales Easter DVD movie. She loaned her voice to Hope, an angel. The band that has opened for Ashanti and has two songs on a Microsoft Xbox video game made its first appearance on TRAA’s Top 10 last week. Souljahz’s 'Poor Man' is one of the hottest songs in Australia. Disney has issued the special edition DVD of 'Beauty and the Beast' featuring Jump5 singing the title theme. This is one of the most significant crossover achievements for any Christian act. For a preview, visit the following website here and look under "All New Video Clip". Crystal Lewis and Steve Grace are performing at Harvest Crusade in Newcastle's Civic Centre this week (28 October - 2 November).
	25.10.02 - Left Lane Ends recording dates finalised. From Left Lane Ends. Left Lane Ends have got their butt in gear and after a recent win at the Gympie Battle of the Bands, can now afford to record an awesome punk/hc CD. The dates for recording are the 7th and 8th of November and hopefully we will have the CD released December. Keep posted for Left Lane Ends news.
	25.10.02 - TRAA Song Of The Week. From The Rock Across Australia. Jars of Clay returns with its sixth number one song on TRAA. 'Fly' first hit the top spot on 22 July for two weeks. Matt Odmark says 'Fly' is one of the most difficult songs the band has ever written. "The song is the tragic story of a man and a woman, who shortly after they were married, found out the once dormant cancer had returned to destroy her body," Matt says. "The couple spent their entire marriage in the hospital until one evening, while holding hands, he let her go. Fly is about that moment," he says. "If ever faith is going to make a difference in your life, it's got to make a difference then. The song wrestles with what it means to stare death in the face and ask the big questions," Matt concludes. JOC's previous #1s are 'Everything in Between', 'Unforgetful You', 'Collide', 'Hand', plus 'I Need You'.
	25.10.02 - The Pillar new music update - 25 Oct. From The Pillar Music & Book Stores. Due to high demand we have received even more copies of the new limited edition P.O.D. 'Satellite' CD and DVD which includes awesome new remixes of tracks from 'Satellite'. The DVD has 4 awesome live video clips as well as an awesome behind the scenes documentary of the making of the new video 'Satellite' so come into The Pillar and pick up your copy today. P.O.D.'s new record label has recently released its first artist's new full length debut recording from Blindside. The CD which is called 'Silence' is a must have for any hardcore fan out there and we have copies on the shelf now for you to come and check out. Also in stores now is the brand new release from Lifehouse entitled 'Stanley Climbfall'. It has been rated in the US as the best release so far by Lifehouse so come in and grab your copy of that today. The new Project 86 CD 'Truthless Heroes' will be in stores on Tuesday and it is another must have for any serious hardcore music fan. You can send us your orders online right now to the-pillar@bigpoond.com or just give us a call on 32606170. More new music is on the way so stay tuned to the Brisbane Christian Chat news section for details to come. The Pillar - 'The bookstore for the bands'.
	25.10.02 - Rocking out loud at Deception Bay. By Lynne Stringer, The Queensland Baptist. On September 21 Rock Out Loud made its debut at Deception Bay's PCYC. Billed as the northside's largest music event, it featured Brisbane and interstate bands and seven straight hours of music. Proceeds from ticket sales were donated to Scripture Union Queensland to support their chaplaincy work. Melbourne's Compliments of Gus was the headline act, with The Last Resort and Half Way Out also playing. Brisbane's Distinguished Guests started the afternoon and were followed by ska band Supafish, rapper Floyd Hughes and rock band Soljah. Cover band Tom Foolery and the Shenanigans played after Half Way Out, followed by The Last Resort, Breathing Autumn and Ben Cleaver, before Compliments of Gus closed the evening. Other bands were featured in between sets, one of the highlights being Hooray for Everything, who performed several unusual songs, including one about Southbank's Kodak Beach and another about the board game Monopoly. Andrew Paavit of Burpengary Baptist Church organised Rock Out Loud with the help of a number of people from his church, including professional video technicians, who kept a continuous feed of images flowing to a large screen in the PCYC arena and to televisions in the foyer. Andrew was glad that the event went so well, with everything running smoothly and on time. This was his first attempt at planning a gig, and he had been working on Rock Out Loud since February. He hopes that Rock Out Loud will become a yearly event, and is already planning for the next one, which will be held during the September school holidays in 2003.
	18.10.02 - Funky Sun keeps shining. From Mullet TV. Hey hey - its the Funky Sun Cafe gig again this Saturday at, you guessed it - the Funky Sun Cafe in Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. Last week we had a bunch of new bands, and they were great. This week we have a couple of new bands plus some old friends. So what's stopping you? Get yourself down to the Funky Sun. These are very cool gigs! 7:00 - Puretone, 7:40 - Michale & Rachel, 8:20 - The Following, 9:00 - Pseudo Llama, 9:40 - Glass and a Half, 10:20 - Joe Tamaira.
	25.10.02 - Andy Chapman wins Encouragement Award from "Debeaut" album. From Andy Chapman. Judges at the hotly contested Australian Gospel Songwriting Awards, (at the National Gospel Happening in Canberra) recently awarded Andy with The Encouragement Award for his blues song 'Do You Believe in God?'. Andy's been definitely encouraged by the award which comes from his "Debeaut" album 'Everyone's A Model' released earlier this year. Unable to make it to the awards presentation due to a double booking, Andy was hoping to do a live hook up by phone to thank everyone which, unfortunately didn't eventuate. So he thanks the judges, organisers, sponsors of the great event, and album producer and musician Craig Ross. The fun album is also graced by Steve Apirana's guitar and harmonies, Darran Muller on drums, Steve Larmar and Andy's wife Sharny on BVs and some cool blue's harp by Andy. Andy's available to play and share the gospel anywhere, anytime to anyone, as long as he's not double booked! Contact Andy Chapman on 07 5482 9320, 0428 829320 or aschapman@spiderweb.com.au.
	25.10.02 - Chris Mundy - new single. From Chris Mundy. Just letting you know that you can download my new single 'Carry Me' absolutely free by checking out my website at www.chrismundy.stop21.com. (It's also available on BCC here.) The song has been remastered, and has a particularly relevant theme considering the grief and sadness of our nation in the past week. The song can be requested on your nearest community station. Brisbane punters can catch me at an unplugged show this Sunday night 27th October at 6:30pm, at the Everton Hills Wesleyan Church hall, Queens Rd, Everton Hills. Admission is free.
	25.10.02 - Homecoming charts on Billboard and heads down under. From The Rock Across Australia. Over the past four decades, gospel music innovator Bill Gaither has experienced many significant benchmarks. Recently, he has cracked the Top 40 of Billboard's Top 200 Albums chart. 'Let Freedom Ring' (#35) and 'God Bless America' (#44) became the highest-debuting CDs ever for a Gaither project. Taped live at New York's famed Carnegie Hall, the CDs feature dozens of familiar Gaither Homecoming artists. Now, the Gaithers are heading down under for a landmark concert at the Sydney Opera House on Saturday 2 November. Performing with Bill & Gloria Gaither and the Gaither Vocal Band (comprising Bill Gaither, Davis Phelps, Guy Penfold and Russ Taff) are The Easters, Mark Lowry, Janette Paschal and Taylor Mason with Anthony Burger on piano. The concert will be recorded and released as a Gaither Gospel Series Homecoming Video, DVD and CD in March-April next year. For further information, contact Word Australia on 03 9894 4900.
	25.10.02 - ACAN bats a century! From ACAN. The ACAN website at www.acan.org.au hit 100 000 visits in the wee hours of Monday morning. If you’ve never had a look, why not pop over (and get our counter moving along in the process). The site runs all the information contained in the email gig guide, plus artist profiles, archives, industry contacts, ACAN membership information and more.
	25.10.02 - TRAA Song Of Last Week. From The Rock Across Australia. One of the most infectious songs to hit TRAA chart over the past few months is Tonéx’s head nodding, spirit-filled party song 'Bout A Thang'. Reflecting on the events on the past week, Tonéx’s says the song encourages and reminds us not to worry because God can handle anything. "With all the things going on today, we need a reminder to not walk in fear, to not let stress, people or whatever get us down," he says. "There’s nothing too hard for God," he emphasises. 'Bout A Thang' has been released as a mainstream single and is getting plenty of airplay on mainstream radio and TV.
	18.10.02 - Half Way Out looking for new horn player. From Half Way Out. With the departure of Mishell Jones on Tenor Sax, Half Way Out are officially looking for a replacement! We are looking for a Trombone player or a Tenor Sax player! This is a very urgent message and if you are interested or know of any one then please let us know ASAP as Mishell leaves in November! Below is a list of things we are looking for: - Must be a committed Christian - Recording and Gig experience preferred - Vibrant and Outgoing (willing to go nuts on stage) - Can committ to touring - Own transport is favourable - Age bracket 17 - 25 yrs old Email pickme@halfwayout.com or ring Sammo on 0412 555 848 or 3342 5482. Check out www.halfwayout.com to read a message from Mishell.
	18.10.02 - Bass player wanted. From Pacemaker. Pacemaker* need a bass player. Must be 15-19 years old, and Christian. Also must have own equipment, love music, be able to play bass well and be happy to practice once a week (more if needed) on the south-side of Brisbane. Our influences include the Goo Goo Dolls, Foo Fighters, Relient K. For more info e-mail Pacemaker* at pacemaker_theband@hotmail.com or phone Ben Higgins on (07) 32742043 after hours.
	18.10.02 - The Pillar Music & Book Store music update. From The Pillar Music & Book Stores. New music - in store now @ The Pillar Music & Book Stores! - Living Sacifice 'Conceived In Fire' - Michael W. Smith 'Worship Again' - Roma 'People Change' - Sarah Sadler - Joy Williams 'By Surprise' - WoW 2003 - Zoegirl 'Mix Of Life' - Newsboys 'Newsboys Remixed' - Chris Tomlin 'Not To Us' - Jody McBrayer 'This Is Who I Am' - Nicole Nordeman 'Woven & Spun' - Michael W. Smith 'Worship' (video) Phone The Pillar Music & Book Stores on 3260 6170 or email your order to the-pillar@bigpond.com to be the first to own these great albums. The Pillar - 'The bookstore for the bands'.
	18.10.02 - Justin makes a mark. From ACAN. Justin Mark and band are getting ready to open the Brisbane Youth Alive ‘BIG’ event this Saturday, where they feature alongside the Youth Alive QLD band and speaker Tony Campolo. Justin’s song ‘Still’ from his ‘Love Conquers All’ EP was a recent finalist in the 96five Creative Challenge final and has been gaining airplay on Aussie Christian radio, as well as spins on MMM and 2Day FM. Visit the website at www.justinmark.com.
	18.10.02 - Four seasons across five states for Antiskeptic. From ACAN. The two major youth broadcasters in this country, FlyTV & Triple J, have added the icing to Antiskeptic's substantial 2002 cake (commercial radio play, M-One Festival, just announced for Homebake) by pooling their strengths to make sure regional centres get to experience the energy of a live Antiskeptic gig. The band’s ‘Viet-Vet’ song 'Four Seasons' is also available as a limited edition single release for the tour and features previously unavailable tracks. Read all about it at www.antiskeptic.com.au.
	18.10.02 - New Band LeftSideDrive. From LeftSideDrive. LeftSideDrive is an up coming band from Ipswich that play rock\punk\emo. They started playing in July of 2001 and now are just starting to get out in the world. So please check out their web site and support this group from Ipswich.
	18.10.02 - Funky update. From Mullet TV. Following on from the huge acceptance of Saturday night, we've been invited to keep going right thru November with gigs at the Funky Sun Cafe. Upon reflection and prayer we have decided to do this, which means that we are postponing the Ridge'n gig at Acacia Ridge until February next year. It therefore follows that we have a heap of slots available for bands that are keen to do a gig in a small cafe. The first three sets of any night need to be done unplugged and a full set of punk probably won't work, but anything else goes. The cafe is especially keen to hear/see bands displaying virtuosity in their music - so bands with quality lead instrument performances are especially welcome. Bands who were slotted for Ridge'n are all welcome to be a part of the gig. Hey hey - its the Funky Sun Cafe gig is on again this Saturday - at, you guessed it - the Funky Sun Cafe in Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. Last week we had a ball with all the bands sounding great. At the end Just Listen really showed 'em how! This week we have a few bands you may not have heard before - but we have heard them, and we can't wait because this is going to be a great night! The gig is free - so what's stopping you - get yourself down to the Funky Sun - these are very cool gigs! 7:00 - Puretone \| 7:40 - Flynn from Salvation Jane and friends \| 8:20 - Ben James \| 9:00 - Little Jody \| 9:40 - Since Friday \| 10:25 - Carpetman. Check the Gig Guide for more details.
	18.10.02 - COG12 in the studio. From COG12. COG12 are currently in the studio recording their up and coming album! The band hopes to release it either before AGMF, or at AGMF! For more information please visit www.cog12.com.
	18.10.02 - Paperadio sets sail. From ACAN. Newcastle’s Paperadio have been described as possessing both ‘guitar charged energy’ and ‘melodic elegance’, and find themselves officially launching their debut EP in Newcastle and Brisbane over the next fortnight. Earthy acoustic singer/songwriter, Michael McCarthy brings his band along in the support slot for the gigs on Saturday October 19 Newcastle and Friday October 25 in Brisbane (all-ages). Check the Gig Guide for more details.
	18.10.02 - Scotfree and Motion Illusion working on new video clip. From Scotfree & Oilyrag Productions. The title track of the Scotfree EP 'Renovator's Dream' is being turned into an animated video clip by none other than Gavin, head animator for Motion Illusion. It will be in 'clay-mation' and aims to be "full of wit and relevant message - but not what you'd expect!" The MP3 is available free on BCC and the EP can be bought at gigs or via the Scotfree website - DVD soon with clip.
	18.10.02 - Jive express it on home. From ACAN. With two Australian national tours under its belt, two albums, sell-out performances at venues such as The Basement (Sydney) and The Evelyn Hotel (Melbourne), another east coast jaunt set for December, a forthcoming New Zealand National Tour in January 2003, and a third album on the way, it's no surprise that Perth-based groovers the jive express have had little opportunity to play in their home city for a while. That's all about to change; the jive express will be backing up the funky truck and unloading another generous serving from their funk-jazz smorgasbord at Mojos Bar in Fremantle on October 25th. Precision musicianship, unfeasibly funky delivery and a penchant for bootie-shakin' fun have seen the jive express delight crowds all around Australia and this is a chance for the home crowd to see them before New Zealand does!
	18.10.02 - STR ready to live. From ACAN. Adelaide punk band, STR are set to launch their second release ‘How To Live Today’ on November 7th (Adelaide) and 9th (Melbourne). Following the success of the band's debut EP, ‘When Words Fail’, the new single will show the world a new side to the band, with two new tracks, as well as live versions of some old favourites. ‘How To Live Today’ will be released through new Queensland label, Vertical Records, and distributed by MGM, in stores November. More at www.str-music.com.
	18.10.02 - Short cuts. From ACAN. Singer-songwriter Nattasha Crestani is featured in a full colour poster and two page article in the October issue of country music magazine Capital News. Cyrus has launched a brand new website. For bookings, gigs, general information and free mp3 and video downloads visit www.cyruscentral.com.
	10.10.02 - The Pillar - new music update. From The Pillar Music & Book Stores. In the next few weeks 'The Pillar' Christian Bookstore will be getting a ton of awesome new music coming in. Here is a list of new music and the corresponding dates. Nicole Nordeman 'Woven & Spun' [out now!] Zao 'Parade Of Chaos' [out now!] Living Sacrifice 'Conceived In Fire' [Oct 15th] Project 86 'Truthless Heroes' [Oct 17th] Superchic[k] 'Last One Picked' [Oct 17th] Joy Williams 'By Surprise' [Oct 25th] OC Supertones 'Hi-fi Revivial' [Nov 15th] Tree 63 'Life And Times' [Nov 15th] Anyone who pre-orders the new Living Sacrifice CD or the new Project 86 CD receives a free copy of 'Songs from The Penalty Box - Volume 4' as a free gift. The Pillar - 21 Nundah St. Nundah, 3260 6178, the-pillar@bigpond.com.
	10.10.02 - Sonfest: Mary Mary cancel and are replaced by... From Sonfest. The management of Sonfest regret to announce that Mary Mary will no longer be appearing at Sonfest 2003 as the band's management have decided to cancel the tour of Australia and New Zealand. However, American R&B sisters, Out of Eden will be replacing Mary Mary as one of the headline acts for Sonfest. Out of Eden has sold over 1,000,000 albums and have performed with the likes of Destiny's Child, Pointer Sisters, Kirk Franklin and CeCe Winans. They have been nominated for 7 Dove Awards, have had 2 #1 hits, 15 top 10 hits, recorded 4 albums since 1994 and have had songs make it onto both movie soundtracks and TV shows. The girls live show is an incredibly tight mix of vocals, dance and groove and this level of performance will be a great addition to the Sonfest line up. If you have purchased a ticket to see Mary Mary and would like a refund you may call head office on 073896 8744 or email bill@crossroad.com.au.
	10.10.02 - Distinguished Guests out back. From Distinguished Guests. Distinguished Guests hit Outback Studios (ie out the back of Chris's house) this week to start work on their self-recorded self-titled EP as a follow up to 'Chicks R Mean' (2002). This EP is set to be released early 2003.
	10.10.02 - Hey Hey - It's the Funky Sun. From Mullet TV. 'Hey Hey - It's the Funky Sun' and its happening right through October on Saturdays the 12th, 19th and 26th. The location is the Funky Sun Cafe, Broadbeach Mall on the Gold Coast and we start at 7:30pm. You need to be there early as there isn't as much room as we've had in the past. The following program is a rough guide only - so expect changes! Bands wanting to play can still be accommodated in some slots. The first three slots are done mostly unplugged. Sat 12th - Puretone, Ben James, Leigh Wallis, Just Listen, Pseudo Llama. Sat 19th - Ben James, Puretone, Carpetman, Since Friday, Little Jody, Salvation Jane. Sat 26th - Waiting on the 5th, Glass and a Half, Joe Tamaira. Our first gig at the Funky Sun was 4th October. We had Ben James, Puretone, Josh Kerr and Joe Tamaira. Its a long time since a small gig like this felt just right - but this one did! Each performer was just amazing - sounding great in the setting.
	10.10.02 - Crew cuts. From The Rock Across Australia. Audio Adrenaline, Rebecca St. James, Out of Eden, Skillet, The Supertones, and Kutless are launching the 'Collectors Series', a new line of DVDs, offering fans more access to their favourite artists than ever before. Releasing next month, the DVDs are loaded with music videos, EPK footage, artist commentary, and song clips. POD is continuing to make waves with its album 'Satellite'. The RIAA certified triple platinum for US sales comes on the heels of the release of 'Satellite - Limited Edition' - a specially packaged CD/DVD double-disc version of the album. Unfortunately, the band that has become a culture to itself, was making additional waves last week reportedly suggesting "Christian music is the cheesiest music" and slammed leading Christian acts including Newsboys and Jars of Clay. Lifehouse has become a full-fledged quartet. The band welcomes guitarist Sean Woolstenhulme from The Calling (brother of Lifehouse drummer, Rick). Singer/guitarist Jason Wade and bassist Sergio Andrade round out the line-up. Wade says he's thrilled to have a new member on board. "Sean is an extremely innovative and creative lead guitar player who has great stage presence," Wade says. Lifehouse plays in Australia from 5-12 October and New Zealand on 13 October. Janna Long, one-fourth of Dove Award-winning vocal group Avalon releases her self-titled solo debut next month. 'All The Earth' from the Parachute Band’s latest album 'Amazing' was recently voted #1 on the UCB Europe Top 20. Sixpence None the Richer’s new album 'Divine Discontent' can be previewed in full at its new website. The album will be available in Australia/NZ next month.
	10.10.02 - TRAA Song Of The Week. From The Rock Across Australia. Seventeen-year-old Australian singer Charmaine has a huge heart for God. She is touring with Rebecca St. James, singing background vocals, as well as opening shows with a performance of her own. Her debut CD 'All About Jesus' opens with 'I Love You Lord' - an upbeat song reminiscent of RSJ. Charmaine told TRAA that the title sums up everything in her life. "It’s all about looking at God and spending time with Him," she says. "The more we look at Him, the more we fall in love with Him. That for me, is worship. It’s what I hope people will hear when they hear me sing 'I Love You Lord'," Charmaine explains. Written by Charmaine, Joel Smallbone and Steve Wilson, 'I Love You Lord' is the most added song on Christian radio in Australia during the past week.
	10.10.02 - On the launch pad. From The Rock Across Australia. Roma Waterman launches her latest project next week. Titled 'People Change', the album features several new songs plus remastered selections from her three solo albums, Christian City Church projects and ABC sessions including a live version of 'More Than Ice Cream'. The launch takes place at Planet Café (Fitzroy) on Thursday 17 October. Melbourne based pop-rock band Inflight opens the show ahead of its tour of NSW, Vic, and US tour in November and December. Its debut CD 'Inflight Entertainment' will be launched next month.
	10.10.02 - Jimmy Little's big award. From ACAN. Renowned as the ‘gentleman of Australian music’ and the first Australian artist with a number 1 gospel hit with his 1963 song ‘Royal Telephone’, as well as the first indigenous performer to have a national hit recording, Jimmy Little was recipient of the inaugural Yamaha Golden Gospel Award last Friday 4 at the National Gospel Happening in Canberra. Presented by the Governor-General of Australia, His Excellency the Right Rev. Dr Peter Hollingworth AC, OBE, the Yamaha Golden Gospel Award recognises the service and achievements of Australian and New Zealand performers in Gospel Music. Finalists for the 2002 award included Vika & Linda Bull, Venetta Fields, Doug Williams, Jimmy Little and acapella group The Idea of North. Also presented at the National Gospel Happening were the Australian Gospel Songwriting Awards, sponsored by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) and Yamaha Music Australia to recognize “the pinnacle in faith inspired music compositions from Australia”. Awards included Best Gospel Song ‘Daily Life’ by Venetta Fields & Michael Wade (QLD), Best Gospel Song Lyrics ‘More Like You’ by Julie Wilson & Mark Tinson (NSW), Best Gospel Song Music ‘Sail On’ Katie De Veau (ACT), Judges Encouragement Award ‘Do You Believe In God’ by Andy Chapman (QLD). More info at www.nationalgospelhappening.org.
	04.10.02 - Antiskeptic in-store performance. From Antiskeptic. Antiskeptic will be launching their new single 'Four Seasons' with a free show at Skinnys Music, Brisbane commencing at 4:30pm on Fri 4th of October. Buy the single and go into the draw to win a ticket to MONE.
	04.10.02 - Lisa Reynolds' fresh grace. From ACAN. After a successful release of her newest CD 'The Stand' earlier this year, Lisa Reynolds is planning a relaunch of her 'Fall Under Grace' CD, with a re-recording of several key tracks and four new songs. Musicians contributing will include former 'Beanbag' bass player Phil Hirvella, drummer Darren Muller, guitarist Dave Carr and Andy Sorenson on piano and hammond, with backing vocals from Eric Ossebaar, Paulina Muller, Kari Seeley, Andy Sorenson, Kathy Johnson and original producer Craig Ross, who is also overseeing the project and contributing guitar. More Lisa news at www.lisareynolds.org.
	04.10.02 - Chris Mundy releases new single. From Chris Mundy. Chris Mundy has recently released the second single from his 'Welcome to the World' album. 'Carry Me' has already achieved critical acclaim from the music industry, scoring a finalist position in the national Australian Songwriting Association Competition. "Carry Me is a song about grief, loss and hope", states Chris. "The song has already impacted a lot of people whenever I play it live. At a recent performance a 15year girl came up to me. She had been admitted into hospital after displaying suicidal behaviour when her Grandfather died. She said the song meant a lot to her and gave her hope to carry on with God's help". The song recently scored highly in the Australian Songwriting Association Competition, achieving a finalist position in the 'Sacred/ Religious' Category. Its been a little while between single releases from 'Welcome to the World'. Chris explains this short break, "I've had a few projects going on this year. Interim released their 'Part of Design' EP which I wanted to give space to. I wrote and recorded a jingle for Paul's Milk. Now it's time to focus back on my solo stuff cause there is some great material on 'Welcome to the World' that people need to hear". The single comes with the CHR track 'Metropolis', and a 26min radio special about 'Welcome to the World'. The radio special gives a glimpse into the experiences that inspired the songs on the album, and also gives a glimpse into the life of Chris Mundy. "I think its important in the music industry that people see artists as just everyday people who struggle with the same issues they do. Too often we put artists, especially Christian artists, in 'super human' categories that are far removed from everyday life". Both 'Carry Me' and 'Metropolis' have been remastered for radio by Dave Neil of Jumpstart Productions. The remastering process has made these tracks sound much bigger and louder, while ensuring that the vocals are easy to hear. Request 'Carry Me' or 'Metropolis' on a community radio station near you!! 'Carry Me' is available to download legally for free from BrisbaneChristianChat.com right here. 'Welcome to the World' is available from Koorong, Keswick, Word Brisbane, and independent Christian Bookstores.
	04.10.02 - The 'Spring Range' proudly presented by Squipplepippy. From Squipplepippy. Squipplepippy have been busy recording tracks for their forthcoming release, and yes, the shirts are coming.
	04.10.02 - VIR issue red alert! From Void If Removed. We have identified another Void If Removed in the area on our 'www.' scanner. The warning came from one of our comrade fans. General 'Eggy' the leader of the Void If Removed army has contacted the infiltrators and there are international discussions at this point in time. How were we to know that the Northern Ireland band would come through as punk rockers called 'Voidifremoved' - and a Christian band too!! I think that is pretty funny, eh! This actually happened in Shane Eggy's last band Furthermore... Tooth and Nail brought out another band called Furthermore, while FM (aust) was already in progress. All I can say is it helps with the marketing! I just think it is funny it has happened twice. And both times they have been Christian bands. Maybe God wants to populate the earth with Voidifremoved and Furthermore bands. You can check out this funny incident at these sites: Void If Removed (Australia) - www.voidifremoved.com Void If Removed (Northern Ireland) - www.jeansteele.btinternet.co.uk/sites/void/band.html Furthermore (Australia) - www.furthermore.com.au - you can not access this - you need a password > try and crack it! Furthermore (USA) - www.further-more.com.
	04.10.02 - Festival time. From The Rock Across Australia. A busy weekend ahead for Christian/gospel music in Australia. Sydney hosts the Black Stump Festival - four days of music, arts and teaching. Acts scheduled to perform include Lads, Chris Mundy, Paperadio, Melanie Cooke, Empty Tomb, Blind, McFlys, Idea of North, Compliments of Gus, Antiskeptic, Sons of Korah, Void if Removed, and sadly Dumpster presents its final show. Canberra hosts the National Gospel Happening - three days of Gospel music, dance and the arts. The Governor-General of Australia, Dr Peter Hollingsworth presents the inaugural Yamaha Golden Gospel Award. Finalists are Vika & Linda Bull, Venetta Fields, Jimmy Little, Doug Williams, plus the Idea of North.
	04.10.02 - Crew cuts. From The Rock Across Australia. ABC TV's Foreign Correspondent this week presented a story on Christian rock. The story looked at music bands with faith and attitude including POD. The story highlighted the recent growth in Christian music sales worldwide. Foreign Correspondent's normal fare is to present stories that "governments often don't want told - of war, famine and the political upheavals that are a tragic reality in today's world". Click here for the story.
	04.10.02 - Hey Hey! It's The Funky Sun! From Mullet TV. Mullet TV presents 4 gigs at the Funky Sun Cafe, Broadbeach Mall starting this Friday 4th October and again Saturday 12th, 19th and 26th October featuring a mix of great new talent along with some very funky favourites like Glass And A Half, Just Listen, Josh Kerr and lots more. Check it out - its free!