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Postcards (Sparkadia Album)
''Postcards'' is the debut album by Australian alternative rock band Sparkadia. The album was recorded in 2007 in London. Sparkadia worked with producer Ben Hillier who has previously worked with famous acts such as; U2, Blur, Doves, Suede and Depeche Mode. Frontman Alexander Burnett stated that "Postcards is a grower, once you listen to it a few times you begin to appreciate it". At the J Awards of 2008, the album was nominated for Australian Album of the Year. Track listing #" Too Much to Do" – 3:10 #"Kiss of Death" – 3:15 #" Morning Light" – 3:43 #"Help Yourself" – 3:10 #"Connected" – 4:48 #"Our Own Way" – 3:49 #"Animals" – 3:01 #"Up in the Air" – 3:19 #"The Last Thing You Need" – 3:45 #"Jealousy Jealousy generally refers to the thoughts or feelings of insecurity, fear, and concern over a relative lack of possessions or safety. Jealousy can consist of one or more emotions such as anger, resentment, inadequacy, helplessness or disgus ..." – 4:36 #"S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sparkadia
Sparkadia is an Australian band, formed in Sydney in 2004. They were originally known as The Spark. The band is brainchild of Alexander Burnett (vocals, guitar) and Dave Hall (drums), the band became a reality with the addition of Nick Rabone (bass) and Josephine Ayling (keyboards, guitar, vocals) in 2006. In 2008 Ayling was replaced by Tiffany Preece on guitars and vocals. By 2009 Sparkadia was Burnett's solo project. Sparkadia has released two studio albums, ''Postcards'' (31 May 2008) and '' The Great Impression'' (18 March 2011). Band history 2004–2007: Formation and ''Things Behind the Sun'' Sparkadia formed as a duo in 2004 in Sydney by Alexander Burnett on lead vocals and David Hall on drums. On 17 February 2007 Sparkadia released their debut extended play titled, ''Things Behind the Sun'', on Boundary Sounds through Inertia Records, which peaked in the ARIA Singles Chart top 100 for four weeks in March–April. In 2007, Sparkadia supported Elbow on their tou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alternative Rock
Alternative rock, or alt-rock, is a category of rock music that emerged from the independent music underground of the 1970s and became widely popular in the 1990s. "Alternative" refers to the genre's distinction from mainstream or commercial rock or pop music. The term's original meaning was broader, referring to musicians influenced by the musical style or independent, DIY ethos of late-1970s punk rock.di Perna, Alan. "Brave Noise—The History of Alternative Rock Guitar". '' Guitar World''. December 1995. Traditionally, alternative rock varied in terms of its sound, social context, and regional roots. Throughout the 1980s, magazines and zines, college radio airplay, and word of mouth had increased the prominence and highlighted the diversity of alternative rock's distinct styles (and music scenes), such as noise pop, indie rock, grunge, and shoegaze. In September 1988, ''Billboard'' introduced "alternative" into their charting system to reflect the rise of the fo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ivy League Records
Ivy League Records is a record label based in Sydney, Australia. History Ivy League Records is an Australian-based record label established in 1997 by three ex-musician friends: Pete Lusty (John Reed Club) (RIP), Andy Cassell (Youth Group) and Andy Kelly (Glide), who also founded Winterman & Goldstein Management. Ivy League albums have won the prestigious Australian Music Prize (AMP Award) twice via The Mess Hall and Cloud Control. The label has achieved gold/platinum albums via The Rubens, Josh Pyke and Lanie Lane. Other artists on the label include Alpine, Hatchie, The Teskey Brothers, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, Tiny Little Houses, Bad Dreems, Sparkadia, Youth Group, 78 Saab, The City Lights, The Vines, Hoolahan. Rise to prominence Ivy League experienced its first significant success with the Sydney band, Youth Group. Ivy League subsequently reached prominence through the label with Josh Pyke and Cloud Control; management success was experienced with The Vines, Jet ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Great Impression
''The Great Impression'' is the second full-length studio album by Australian alternative rock band Sparkadia. It was released on 18 March 2011, with " Talking Like I'm Falling Down Stairs" and "China" released as singles prior to the album's release. The album reached number 8 on the Australian charts and was the week's "feature album" on ABC's Triple J Triple J (stylised in all lowercase) is a government-funded, national Australian radio station intended to appeal to listeners of alternative music, which began broadcasting in January 1975. The station also places a greater emphasis on broad ... station. Track listing Charts References {{DEFAULTSORT:Great Impression 2011 albums Sparkadia albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Animals (Sparkadia Song)
"Animals" is the debut single taken from Sparkadia's debut album Postcards. The single was released digitally in the UK and in Australia. The single brought recognition to the band and made it onto the Triple J's Hottest 100 playlist of 2007. Track list The single was digitally released. Chart positions The single was not eligible to chart in either UK or Australia. Although the single was on high rotation on Australian radio program 'Triple J Triple J (stylised in all lowercase) is a government-funded, national Australian radio station intended to appeal to listeners of alternative music, which began broadcasting in January 1975. The station also places a greater emphasis on broad ...'. Music video The music video appears to be a high budget shot video. It is partly animated and features the band performing with mystique backgrounds. References {{DEFAULTSORT:Animals (Sparkadia Song) 2007 singles 2007 songs Song recordings produced by Ben Hillier Ivy League Record ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Too Much To Do
"Too Much to Do" is the second single taken from Sparkadia's debut album, ''Postcards''. "Too Much to Do" brought Sparkadia recognition after large amounts of airplay and the 'Too Much to Do Tour'. The single was a commercial success and in Australia and the UK. It was the first single to be released physically. Track listing # "Too Much to Do" # "The Plague" Chart positions Australia - No. 99 (Physical Release) Music video Music video was shot in Sydney, Australia. It was directed by Daniel Reisinger and Max Brown and choreographed by Richard James Allen Richard James Allen (born 1960) is a contemporary Australian poet, dancer, actor and filmmaker. The former artistic director of the Poets Union Inc, and founding director of the Australian Poetry Festival, Allen was co-artistic director with Kar .... It features some trick photography with the band playing along with people moving in fast motion. References {{DEFAULTSORT:Too Much To Do 2008 singles 2008 songs Song rec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jealousy (Sparkadia Song)
"Jealousy" is the third single and tenth track taken from Sparkadia's debut album ''Postcards''. The song got 'Premier Pick of the Week' which is a future prediction on the Australian Music Report The Kent Music Report was a weekly record chart of Australian music singles and albums which was compiled by music enthusiast David Kent from May 1974 through to January 1999. The chart was re-branded the Australian Music Report (AMR) in July ... site which is the official site for Australian radio. "Jealousy" was released at the time Sparkadia went on their national 'Postcards' tour around Australia and received massive amounts of airplay on mainstream stations. Jealousy also managed to score a place at #79 on Australia's Triple J Hottest 100, 2008. Music video The music video features the band members celebrating a wedding shot on a low budget camera. In the video, lead singer Alex and guitarist Tiffany play newlyweds celebrating their marriage at a ceremony and after celebratio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alternative Rock
Alternative rock, or alt-rock, is a category of rock music that emerged from the independent music underground of the 1970s and became widely popular in the 1990s. "Alternative" refers to the genre's distinction from mainstream or commercial rock or pop music. The term's original meaning was broader, referring to musicians influenced by the musical style or independent, DIY ethos of late-1970s punk rock.di Perna, Alan. "Brave Noise—The History of Alternative Rock Guitar". '' Guitar World''. December 1995. Traditionally, alternative rock varied in terms of its sound, social context, and regional roots. Throughout the 1980s, magazines and zines, college radio airplay, and word of mouth had increased the prominence and highlighted the diversity of alternative rock's distinct styles (and music scenes), such as noise pop, indie rock, grunge, and shoegaze. In September 1988, ''Billboard'' introduced "alternative" into their charting system to reflect the rise of the fo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ben Hillier
Ben Hillier is an English songwriter and pop-rock record producer who is part of the creative team 140 dB. He produced the notable albums ''Playing the Angel'', ''Sounds of the Universe'' and ''Delta Machine'' by Depeche Mode, ''Think Tank (Blur album), Think Tank'' by Blur (band), Blur, ''Some Cities'' by Doves (band), Doves and ''Cast of Thousands'' by Elbow (band), Elbow. " ''Manchester Evening News Arena Event Listing''. Retrieved on 21 April 2007. Discography Production * 2022 Melt Yourself Down - ''Pray For Me I Don't Fit In'' album (producer) * 2020 Nadine Shah – ''Kitchen Sink (album), Kitchen Sink'' album (co-writer, producer) * 2020 Melt Yourself Down – ''100% Yes'' album (co-producer) * 2020 Juanita Stein - ''Snapshot'' album (producer) * 2019 Gang of Four (band), Gang of Fo ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
J Awards Of 2008
The J Award of 2008 is the fourth annual J Awards, established by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's youth-focused radio station Triple J Triple J (stylised in all lowercase) is a government-funded, national Australian radio station intended to appeal to listeners of alternative music, which began broadcasting in January 1975. The station also places a greater emphasis on broad .... The announcement comes at the culmination of Ausmusic Month (November). In 2008, a new award for ''Australian Music Video of the Year'' was added to the existing awards; ''Australian Album of the Year'' and ''Unearthed Artist of the Year''. Robbie Ruck announced the winners on air on 5 December 2008. Who's eligible? Any Australian album released independently or through a record company, or sent to Triple J in consideration for airplay, is eligible for the J Award. The 2008 nominations for ''Australian Album of the Year'' and ''Australian Music Video of the Year'' were selected from rel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2008 Albums ...
The following is a list of albums, EPs, and mixtapes released in 2008. These albums are (1) original, i.e. excluding reissues, remasters, and compilations of previously released recordings, and (2) notable, defined as having received significant coverage from reliable sources independent of the subject. For additional information about bands formed, reformed, disbanded, or on hiatus, for deaths of musicians, and for links to musical awards, see 2008 in music. First quarter January February March Second quarter April May June Third quarter July August September Fourth quarter October November December References {{DEFAULTSORT:2008 albums Albums 2008 File:2008 Events Collage.png, From left, clockwise: Lehman Brothers went bankrupt following the Subprime mortgage crisis; Cyclone Nargis killed more than 138,000 in Myanmar; A scene from the opening ceremony of the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing; ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
