Catherine Announced To Tour With The Legendary Don McLean

Lennard Promotions present legendary songwriter Don McLean In Concert across Australia in August 2013 with very special guest Catherine Britt.

Don McLean galvanised a generation with his timeless hit American Pie, as each generation since its release has discovered, the poignant lyricism and unforgettable melody stirs deep emotion and empathy from all who encounter it, once it has visited it never leaves the heart of the listener, burying itself like a familiar comforting memory only to be re awoken on subsequent encounters. A once in a lifetime song, from a once in a lifetime artist. This track along with the classic singles Vincent, Driedel, Everyday, The Legend of Andrew McCrew and numerous others confirmed McLean was a gifted storyteller with a talent that ascended his peers and rightfully earned him a place in the Song Writers Hall Of Fame.

As a special treat for Australian fans, Don McLean will be joined by Catherine Britt one of the country’s most acclaimed singer-songwriters as special guest at each show (Rockhampton and Tweed Heads not included). Catherine spent 6 years in Nashville and has toured, performed and recorded with some of music’s most respected names.

Born in New Rochelle, NY in 1945 Don McLean was to become one of America’s most accomplished singer-songwriters. His early work catching the attention of folk legend Pete Seeger who he performed free for in the latter’s efforts to clean up the Hudson River. From these humble beginnings McLean has gone on to release some 29 album (all which are still in print) inspiring artists as diverse as Madonna, Fred Astaire, Chet Atkins, Weird Al Yankovick, Elvis Presley, Josh Groban and Coolio to cover his amazing music. With over 40 gold and platinum records worldwide.

Australia’s love affair with Don McLean is a long and fruitful one, he held the attendance record at the Capitol Theatre in Melbourne with 18 consecutive performances, breaking the previous record of Joni Mitchell and was the first ever American artist to perform at the then newly built Sydney Opera House. Through subsequent visits, inspired performances and of course his timeless music, Don McLean’s art resonates loudly with Australian audiences ensuring that his visit in August will continue to fuel the hearts of long-time fans and music lovers across the nation.

Please note – Catherine will not be playing Rockhampton or Tweed Heads.

Don McLean In Concert

*Tickets Onsale 29th April

15TH. AUGUST WIN ENT. CENTRE, WOLLONGONG

with special guest Catherine Britt

132 849 www.ticketek.com.au

16TH. AUGUST WREST POINT ENT. CENTRE, HOBART

with special guest Catherine Britt

1300 795 257  www.tixtas.com.au

17TH. AUGUST ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE, HAMER HALL

with special guest Catherine Britt

136 100 www.ticketmaster.com.au

19TH. AUGUST CONCERT HALL, PERTH

with special guest Catherine Britt

132 849

21ST. AUGUST THEBARTON THEATRE, ADELAIDE

with special guest Catherine Britt

8225 8888 www.venuetix.com.au

23RD.AUGUST QPAC CONCERT HALL, BRISBANE

with special guest Catherine Britt

136 246  www.qtix.com.au

24TH. AUGUST GREAT WESTERN HOTEL, ROCKHAMPTON

1300 762 545  www.oztix.com.au

25TH. AUGUST TWIN TOWNS, TWEED HEADS

1800 014 014  www.twintowns.com.au

29TH. AUGUST CANBERRA THEATRE, CANBERRA

with special guest Catherine Britt

6275 2700

30TH. AUGUST ENMORE THEATRE, SYDNEY

with special guest Catherine Britt

132 849

31ST. AUGUST EVAN THEATRE, PENRITH

with special guest Catherine Britt

www.penrith.panthers.com.au (02) 4720 5555

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The Hillbilly Killers Catherine Britt, Bill Chambers, Tim Rogers & Friends Announce East Coast Dates.


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The Hillbilly Killers

Bill Chambers, Tim Rogers, Catherine Britt & Friends

Announce East Coast Dates

After the debut performance at the 2013 Telstra Road To Discovery and a sold out show during the Tamworth Country Music Festival The Hillbilly Killers have announced dates that will form part of a national tour which will commence on March 29.

Featuring Bill Chambers, Tim Rogers and Catherine Britt plus friends, The Hillbilly Killers has been 2 years in the making and over that time the band have spent time songwriting and completing demos. Clearly it was not a process to be rushed but nurtured until the band felt they had a bunch of songs that deserved to see the light of day. They entered the studio in late 2012. The first installment, ‘They Call Us The Hillbilly Killers’, was serviced online in early January and was met with immediate praise and anticipation of what is to follow.

The band will also have available at all shows a Limited Edition 3 track sampler which will be the 1st official release from the band. It will contain the tracks They Call Us The Hillbilly Killers, Calamitied Anatomy and Roadhouse Blues.

Unfortunately the QLD dates which were planned for May have been postponed and will be rescheduled.

So come along to a gig and we might just kill you!!

The HillBilly Killers Tour

Saturday March 30 – Caravan Music Club, Oakleigh, VIC – www.caravanmusic.com.au

Sunday March 31 – Boogie Festival, VIC – www.boogie.net.au

Thursday April 4 – Heritage Hotel, Bulli, NSW- www.oztix.com.au & www.heritagehotel.com.au

Friday April 5 – The Abbey, Canberra, ACT – www.theabbey.com.au

Thursday April 18 – Sleep At The G, MCG, VIC – http://sleepattheg.gofundraise.com.au

Friday April 19 – Meeniyan Hall, Meeniyan, VIC – www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au

Sunday April 21 – Northcote Social Club, Northcote, VIC www.northcotesocialclub.comPh: 1300 724 867 or via Corner Box Office (57 Swan St, Richmond)

Wednesday April 24 – The Basement, Sydney, NSW – www.thebasement.com.au

Thursday April 25 – Milton Theatre, Milton, NSW – www.miltontheatre.com.au

Friday April 26 – Rooty Hill RSL Club, Rooty Hill, NSW www.rootyhillrsl.com.au/Entertainment or Ph: (02) 9625 5500

Saturday April 27 – GumBall Festival, Belford, NSW – www.thegumball.com.au

Follow the band at facebook.com/TheHillbillyKillers or twitter.com/HillBillKill

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Catherine Britt busks for Camp Quality’s Xstrata Coal’s 1000 K’s for Kids

                                                                                 

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Catherine Britt busks for Camp Quality’s Xstrata Coal’s 1000 K’s for Kids

Visitors to Charlestown Square on Saturday March 9 will be forgiven for doing a double-take when they witness internationally acclaimed singer songwriter and current CMAA Female Artist of the Year, Catherine Britt, busking in Woolworths.

Catherine will return to her roots as part of her role as Camp Quality’s 2013 Ambassador busking from 12pm to 2pm to raise funds for Xstrata Coal’s 1000 K’s for Kids bike ride. All funds raised will go towards purchasing a bike for the 1000 K ride across rural NSW in support of Camp Quality.

“I got into this big adventure through my cousin Belinda who does great work for Camp Quality,” Catherine said.

“It’s a fantastic cause and it’s a great way to give something back to the community who have been so good to me. I am proud to be an ambassador for Camp Quality and very exited about heading out on the long ride.

Every youngster who gets their toes tapping while watching Catherine’s performance will be given a free piece of fruit from Woolworths.

Woolworths Store Manager Paul Silvestri said Woolworths staff and customers were thrilled at the opportunity to see Catherine busking in the store.

“We are extremely excited to have an acclaimed singer like Catherine performing in our Charlestown Square store,” Mr Silvestri said.

“Catherine is doing a fantastic job as an Ambassador for Camp Quality and Woolworths is happy to assist in raising funds for such a great cause.”

The busking performance in the Woolworths store will also officially launch Charlestown Square’s 2013 Community Busking program.

Charlestown Square General Manager Martin Howes said Catherine’s performance would give local performers the opportunity to see a professional at work.

“We encourage all members of the community, particularly local buskers who want to be part of Charlestown Square’s Community Busking program, to come and watch Catherine’s performance and help raise important funds for Camp Quality,” Mr Howes said 

As well as her busking performance, Catherine will be helping with a Barbeque and meeting fans on the day 

For more information on the Xstrata Coal 1000 K’s for Kids go to http://www.mycampquality.org.au/1000ks4kids.

Charlestown Square is putting the call out for any performers to audition for the Community Busking program by emailing kristy.benson@gpt.com.au.

Media enquiries: Sarah-Jane Stevenson 02 4925 5138 or 0432 067 655

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Catherine Britt to host Saturday Night Country on ABC Local Radio

 

CH-602-sq-sample2013 CMAA Female Artist of the Year Catherine Britt will be taking over the reins at Saturday Night Country, the home of Australian Country Music on ABC Local Radio in Australia, for an extended period while friend Felicity Urquhart has a break to enjoy motherhood.

As the host of the nationally broadcast ‘Alt Country’ every Sunday night on the Country Music Channel being asked to host Saturday Night Country was not something Catherine needed to think about twice

“I grew up listening to the show and the great voice of John Nutting so to be asked to host the show while Fliss has a break is a huge honour and I really can’t wait to start.”

Catherine will be on air and hosting Saturday Night Country, recognised as one of Australia’s premier music programs and the home of country music, on ABC Local Radio Nationally from Saturday, April 6.

www.abc.net.au/snc/

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Catherine Britt Nominated For 7 CMAA Awards

The Country Music Association of Australia (CMAA) has announced the finalists in the 41st Annual Country Music Awards of Australia.

 

Acclaimed singer songwriter Catherine Britt has received an impressive seven nominations - ALBUM OF THE YEAR - Always Never Enough - Catherine Britt, produced by Catherine Britt & Bill Chambers; FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR; APRA SONG OF THE YEAR - Charlestown Road - written & recorded by Catherine Britt; VIDEO CLIP OF THE YEAR - Charlestown Road - directed by Jefferton James; SINGLE OF THE YEAR - Always Never Enough; VOCAL COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR - Troubled Man - Catherine Britt & Tim Rogers; HERITAGE SONG OF THE YEAR - Charlestown Road - written & recorded by Catherine Britt – around her fifth studio album ‘Always Never Enough’, which Catherine produced with Bill Chambers.

 

Troy Cassar-Daley, whose career-to-date awards tally includes twenty-one Golden Guitars, eight Deadlys and four ARIA’s, is also a finalist in seven categories.

 

The McClymonts, back in Australia after a year of international touring, are nominated for five Golden Guitars as are Kasey Chambers & Shane Nicholson with ‘Wreck & Ruin’, their sublime second offering as a duo.

 

Other multiple finalists are country music icons John Williamson and Colin Buchanan, each with four nominations. Sara Storer, in what has been a quiet year professionally, also has four nominations via her two prominent collaborations. Harmony James, Tamara Stewart, Luke O’Shea, 2012 Toyota Star Maker winner Bob Corbett and hard working video director Duncan Toombs are all nominated three times.

 

The 2013 nominees are an exciting mix of established artists and new faces, some signed to labels and an increasing number self funded. They also represent a broad stylistic range.

 

The 41st CMAA Country Music Awards of Australia will be staged at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Conference Centre (TRECC) on Australia Day, January 26th, 2013.

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