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Bernard Fanning has accumulated one of the most celebrated and distinct songbooks on the Australian rock spectrum. As the well - known frontman for one of Australia’s most loved Rock Bands Powderfinger, his iconic voice has sound-tracked a nation.

A multi – award winning and platinum selling artist, his solo career now spanning 15 years, Fanning has firmly cemented his position as one of Australia’s finest songwriters and lyricists.

From the country folk-tinged charm of his multi-platinum debut solo album Tea and Sympathy to the rock grooves and horn breaks of its follow up Departures and the exquisitely crafted Civil Dusk / Brutal Dawn - a 2 part album series released across 2016 and 2017, Fanning’s popularity and songwriting prowess continue to climb, in the charts and in our hearts.

SUPPORT ACT: Leanne Tennant

Bernard Fanning has accumulated one of the most celebrated and distinct songbooks on the Australian rock spectrum. As the well - known frontman for one of Australia’s most loved Rock Bands Powderfinger, his iconic voice has sound-tracked a nation.

A multi – award winning and platinum selling artist, his solo career now spanning 15 years, Fanning has firmly cemented his position as one of Australia’s finest songwriters and lyricists.

From the country folk-tinged charm of his multi-platinum debut solo album Tea and Sympathy to the rock grooves and horn breaks of its follow up Departures and the exquisitely crafted Civil Dusk / Brutal Dawn - a 2 part album series released across 2016 and 2017, Fanning’s popularity and songwriting prowess continue to climb, in the charts and in our hearts.

SUPPORT ACT: Leanne Tennant

"What makes you happy? Leanne Tennant releases her new album, "HAPPINESS IS.....", in a series of special shows, and Factory Theatre music lovers, you're invited to the party.

Leanne Tennant, the 2018 Carol Lloyd Award recipient, and three-time QLD Music Winner, is set to launch her third album ‘Happiness is…..’

New single, Bring It All Back received this years Queensland Music Award for Best Regional, which follows a huge year for the single also being added to all British Airways in-flight entertainment.

New singles Record Stores, Till The Sun Dies, Everspin, Bring It All Back and Cherry Cola are currently receiving heavy support across BBC Radio (UK), KCRW (USA), 4 Star Reviews across Triple J, and all tracks are currently receiving full rotation at Double J, RAGE, including 'Wild One' pick, #1 on Amazing Radio Charlie Ashcroft (UK), and featured in premieres across New York, France, Germany and London and publishing giant 'Medium'.

‘Happiness is…..’ follows on from records ‘Red Wine, Late Nights’ (2016) and debut album ‘Pull Up Your Britches’ (2015). Join Leanne Tennant for a special evening with support from Pop-Grunge outfit, and JJJ Unearthed NIDA winners - Julia Why?"

What makes you happy? Leanne Tennant releases her new album, "HAPPINESS IS....."in a series of special shows, and Tivoli music lovers, you're invited

Leanne Tennant, the 2018 Carol Lloyd Award recipient, and three-time QLD Music Winner, is set to launch her third album ‘Happiness is…..’

After 2 years in the making, Tennant is finally ready to reveal the album in a series of special shows, and Tivoli music lovers, you’re invited to the party.

New single, Bring It All Back received this years Queensland Music Award for Best Regional, which follows a huge year for the single also being added to all British Airways in-flight entertainment.

New singles Till The Sun Dies, Everspin, Bring It All Back, and Cherry Cola are currently receiving heavy support across BBC Radio (UK), KCRW (USA), 4 Star Reviews across Triple J, and all tracks are currently receiving full rotation at Double J, RAGE, including 'Wild One' pick, #1 on Amazing Radio Charlie Ashcroft (UK), and featured in premieres across New York, France, Germany and London.

‘Happiness is…..’ follows on from records ‘Red Wine, Late Nights’ (2016) and debut album ‘Pull Up Your Britches’ (2015). Join Leanne Tennant for a special evening with support from outstanding Experimental Rock/Electronic act, ‘Machine Age’.

WONDERLAND UNDER THE STARS - Busby Marou / Leanne Tennant Wonderland Under The Stars is an open air tropical amphitheatre event space in Strand Park, Townsville.

Busby Marou and Leanne Tennant will be joining Wonderland Under the Stars in Strand Park on Friday the 18th and Saturday the 19th of September!

WONDERLAND UNDER THE STARS - Busby Marou / Leanne Tennant Wonderland Under The Stars is an open air tropical amphitheatre event space in Strand Park, Townsville.

Busby Marou and Leanne Tennant will be joining Wonderland Under the Stars in Strand Park on Friday the 18th and Saturday the 19th of September!

Brisbane Festival - STREET SERENADES It’s the biggest music extravaganza in Brisbane’s history with Brisbane Festival serenading 190 suburbs of our glorious city. Over three weeks of the Festival, pop-up concerts will be delivered direct to your neighbourhood. Locations will not be revealed as it's a surprise!

Cairns’ own eclectic darling, Leanne Tennant, has garnered critical acclaim, won several Qld Music Awards, and is set to launch her third album, ‘Happiness is.....’. And Tanks music lovers, you’re invited to the party.

Tennant’s tasty tracks ‘Cherry Cola’, ‘Till The Sun Dies’, ‘Everspin’, ‘Bring It All Back’ and newest single ‘Record Stores’ have already received outstanding support both at home and abroad, from the likes of Double J, RAGE, Spotify and UK radio stations, BBC and Amazing Radio – what a wild ride and all before the album is officially released!

‘Happiness is…..’ follows on from record ‘Red Wine, Late Nights’ (2016) and debut album ‘Pull Up Your Britches’ (2015). A lot has happened since. On top of her three Qld Music Awards, Tennant took home the prestigious Carol Lloyd Award (2018), the Grant McLennan Scholarship (2019) and has played a bunch of live shows and Festivals all over, including BIGSOUND, Woodford Folk Festival and the Commonwealth Games.

With a few song writing competition wins up her sleeve, singer songwriter Ella Hartwig’s music crosses indie with folk, as her new EP attests to. Ella, who hails from Cooktown, continues to develop her exposure to the music industry through participation in the iHeart Song-writing Club and the Big Sky Girls mentorship program.

This event will follow Queensland Government Stage 3 Covid Guidelines.

Leanne Tennant will be showcasing her new single Everspin, off the forthcoming album. Ages 16 +

The Live and Local Music Sessions bring together the best musical talent of the Gympie Region to perform alongside featured artists at the Gympie Civic Centre. This all ages event is a chance for music lovers to share an evening of great live music in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere…and it’s free!

After the success of her recent single Bring it All Back - Leanne Tennant brings us her new slice of indie pop heaven " Everspin". Join her in the warm surrounds of the Skukum Lounge with speical guest Hannah Rosa as she performs songs from her forthcoming album.

Supporting Leanne will be the devine sounds from Hannah Rosa.

In the leadup to the release of, 'Everspin', the 3rd single from the forthcoming Leanne Tennant album, Leanne will be playing a special home show with Greta Stanley and Maggie Slater. 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Frontier Touring is delighted to announce that much loved Australian duo Busby Marou will be touring Australia in October and November in support of their upcoming fourth studio album The Great Divide, due for release on the 27th of September (Warner Music), with support from Leanne Tennant and Bobby Alu.

GENERAL PUBLIC ON-SALE Begins — Fri 16 Aug (12noon local time)

TICKETS FROM http://frntr.co/BusbyMarou19CAIRNS — Ph: 1300 762 545

EVENT INFORMATION frontiertouring.com/busbymarou

Leanne Tennant supports Machine Age on their Regional Tour. Machine Age are stepping forward with their debut album ‘Point Of Departure’ set for release on Friday, September 13, raising the high standard of songwriting and sonic experimentation the duo have held through critic-favorite singles Chivalry, Fighting and Dust, and delivering a project with the full creative scope of the undeniably talented pair.

To celebrate the release of ‘Point Of Departure’, Machine Age will set on a national tour with dates in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Hobart, Gold Coast and Cairns.

Opener - 8:30pm Leanne Tennant - 9:20pm Machine Age - 10:20pm

At 8:15pm - Fri 8 Nov - Leanne Tennant will take the stage at Australian Music Week showcasing songs such as, Cherry Cola, and Bring It All Back from her album set to release in 2020.

8:15pm - The Brass Monkey - Official Showcase

Mgmt enquiries - sugarrush@optusnet.com.au

Reviews for ‘Cherry Cola’ and 'Bring It All Back'

“[4 stars] The simple guitar picking at the start draws you straight in. The atmosphere Tennant has created through the song - with the stomping rhythm and the layers of voices - brings out such an ominous mood.” - RICHARD KINGSMILL - TRIPLE J

“Bring It All back is a display of astute, mature pop music, delivered with grace and emotion.” - CLASH MAGAZINE, London

“Listening to Bring It All Back, is a testament to how piercingly clear Tennant’s songwriting intent is. The vocals flow forth from the mix with all the clarity and warmth of a sunbeam after a rainstorm.” - ATWOOD MAGAZINE, USA

"A bit MØ, a little bit of BANKS, and the musical answer to what would have been if Lana Del Rey had been a bit happier”. TONSPION, - GERMANY

At 6:45pm - Thur 7 Nov - Leanne Tennant will take the stage at Australian Music Week showcasing songs such as, Cherry Cola, and Bring It All Back from her album set to release in 2020.

6:45pm - Low and Lofty's - Official Showcase

Mgmt enquiries - sugarrush@optusnet.com.au

Reviews for ‘Cherry Cola’ and 'Bring It All Back'

“[4 stars] The simple guitar picking at the start draws you straight in. The atmosphere Tennant has created through the song - with the stomping rhythm and the layers of voices - brings out such an ominous mood.” - RICHARD KINGSMILL - TRIPLE J

“Bring It All back is a display of astute, mature pop music, delivered with grace and emotion.” - CLASH MAGAZINE, London

“Listening to Bring It All Back, is a testament to how piercingly clear Tennant’s songwriting intent is. The vocals flow forth from the mix with all the clarity and warmth of a sunbeam after a rainstorm.” - ATWOOD MAGAZINE, USA

"A bit MØ, a little bit of BANKS, and the musical answer to what would have been if Lana Del Rey had been a bit happier”. TONSPION, - GERMANY

The whole Footstomp team is headed down to Cronulla for Australian Music Week next month along with a number of our favourite artists! To celebrate this collection of wonderful humans we'll be throwing a party at El Sol featuring the likes of Mardi Wilson, Benny Nelson, LEANNE TENNANT - 5:25pm The Carbons (CAN) & Entermagnus Magnus!