Month: September 2024

He’s heralded as one of the country’s most enigmatic master-of-all trades. Today Running Touch embarks on a new era with the release of ‘Lost’ , his first new music in 2 years.

A fiercely versatile talent and one our hottest exports, Running Touch refuses to be boxed into any style or genre.

‘Lost’ is a deep, expansive slice of dance-pop. Set to deceptively sunny synth stabs and guitar licks, Running Touch’s searching, soulful vocal tells the story of getting swept away by lust, and the claustrophobia that follows as the fire burns out and the relationship feels hollow.

Inspired by mixed media, poetry, literature, movie scripts and travels, Running Touch’s lyrics are sincere and emotive, imbuing personal observations with the drama and romance found in the finest works of art. His music is brooding, dark and sexy as often as it is heartfelt, highly danceable and frequently fun. It’s the sound of a real one giving it everything he’s got, unafraid to push the boundaries as he boldly navigates unexplored terrain.

For the official video, Director CIAN Marangos worked with Running Touch to bring his concepts to life. Having performed ‘Lost’ live on tour with Chase Atlantic, Running Touch says of his new video, “I had to suddenly go overseas so this video happened in the space of a few days from end to end. It really forced it to be authentic and fun.

A lot of what’s to come is visually influenced by my roots and just having a good time, So the ideas that I came up with were based around hardcore/heavy music, my Polish heritage and my friends.

Shot and edited by the incredible Cian Marangos. Cian is a visionary and cut from a different cloth. When things go through his filter and his mind – it will end up beyond your expectations.”

The ‘Lost’ video features friends and band mates, including the likes of Ocean Grove and Adult Art Club.

After a period of profound growth as a person and musician, the Running Touch project is now at its most fully formed, with an enhanced focus on vocals and live performance and a determined step into the spotlight. His years of playing in live bands arming him with the confidence to rock a captivated crowd. Marrying his well-honed studio and performance skills with the unmatched energy and raw emotion of the hardcore scene he cut his teeth in, RT has come full circle in 2024.

Next month Running Touch returns to the stage performing his new live show at Yours and Owls Festival on Oct 12th in Wollongong.

About Running Touch

The songwriter, producer, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and creative director has drummed up plenty of attention here and overseas boasting more than 250 million streams and several multi-platinum certifications.

There’s been an APRA win for Best Dance Record (for “Better Together”, with Hayden James). A sold-out album tour supporting the 2022 release of his acclaimed debut solo LP Carmine, streamed 27 million times, and a surprise performance at Coachella. Recent life-changing moments include touring with Chase Atlantic in Australia, New Zealand and London’s three sold out nights at the Eventim Apollo performing to 15,000 people. Sold out shows across Australia and the UK. Two sold out headline nights at the Forum and performing on top of a mountain in Hakuba Japan for the infamous ‘CERCLE’ are only a couple of major moments that have built his ever-growing audience.

Running Touch is more than just another name on an overcrowded electronic music circuit, his dexterity and daring is the sign of a true artist.

LILY GRACE’S DEBUT ALBUMTAKES ARIA #1 COUNTRY ALBUM AND #5 TOP 20 AUSTRALIAN ALBUMS

Independent songstress Lily Grace is celebrating her debut album release ‘Old Enough To Know Better’ taking out the #1 spot on ARIA Charts Australian Country Albums and #5 spot in the Top 20 Australian Albums (all genres). Released on August 23rd, Lily Grace penned the nine tracks for her debut album with some of Nashville’s finest to produce the country-pop-rock blend of tracks as part of a project that spanned 18 months. Her ARIA charting comes following an impressive week of media as part of the Gold Coast Music Awards and as headliner of the Gold Coast Show, seeing her featured on the Today Show, Seven News, Nine News, The Bulletin and Courier Mail newspapers.

The title track and feature track on the album is “Old Enough To Know Better,” where Lily playfully sings of staying young at heart and never wanting to be Old Enough To Know Better. The album, recorded in Nashville speaks to those who are chasing a dream, forging their own path or simply just trying to make sense of the world. Lily Grace collaborated with songwriters such as Greg Barnhill (‘Walkaway Joe’ by Trisha Yearwood, tracks by the Backstreet Boys, Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw), Kirsti Manna (‘Austin’ by Blake Shelton and ‘Loud’ by Big & Rich), Steve Dean (‘Watching You’ by Rodney Adkins, ‘Round About Way’ for George Strait, and ‘Walk On’ for Reba McEntire), and Becca Rae (‘Fix You Too’ by Megan Moroney and Kameron Marlowe) to write this project.

Rising Australian contemporary Country artist Sammi Palinkas is releasing her latest single “Sunset State of Mind”.

All about slowing down and admiring the beauty of a sunset, and used as a metaphor for life, “Sunset State of Mind” is an uplifting and empowering song that will bring a smile to your face, as you reflect on all the beautiful things life has to offer, when you slow down and take a moment to look around.

“Rod McCormack and I were bouncing around ideas for our next write, and I wanted to create something musically inspired by the late 90’s country era I love, and the likes of Faith Hill” Palinkas said. “We joined forces with Nashville-based writers Sam Gay and Templeton Thompson. After reminiscing on how busy life had been and the inability to find a moment to slow down, “Sunset State of Mind” was born. I’ve always had a fascination with sunsets and how they can make the busiest people stop for a moment to admire the beauty. “Sunset State of Mind” is a reminder for us to slow down and truly experience all of life’s joys whilst we’re able to, just like we’d experience a sunset. We don’t try and change, fix or judge a sunset, we take it all in, appreciate it with an open mind and heart, and accept what’s right in front of us. I love what that moment stands for. It’s a beautiful message and a great metaphor for life that I want to share with others. Musically we wanted to capture the real essence of that experience and for that reason it has become my happy song. The one I put on and grin from ear-to-ear for a second, just like I would in front of a sunset. I hope it brings happiness to everyone who hears it”. – Sammi Palinkas

Having already made waves in the country music scene, Sammi is putting the finishing touches on her 15-track debut album, with award-winning Producer Rod McCormack (Paul Kelly, The Wolfe Brothers & Lee Kernaghan). Her first Country single “Meet in the Middle” debuted at #3 on the Australian iTunes Country chart, #8 All Genre and charted on the official CountryTown National Airplay Chart. Follow up singles “You’ve Lived”, “Don’t Blink” and “Let Your Hair Down” all debuted in the Top 10 on the Australian iTunes Country chart, as did her Christmas single “From Me to You”. Most recently she released country power ballad “She’s Mine to Love” demonstrating her capability as both a singer and heartfelt writer, and “In a Country Song”.

Sammi Palinkas’ journey in music began at the age of three, fuelled by a diverse range of musical influences that include country greats like Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers and Loretta Lynn. From winning a national televised singing competition at the age of eight, to captivating audiences on stage and television, Sammi’s passion for music and performance has been evident throughout her life.

Her dedication to her craft has taken her across the globe, where she has collaborated with renowned songwriters and producers in cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Nashville. With performances at major events like the VFLW Grand Final and ‘Big Hug Day’ as well as recognition from organisations such as NSAI and the International Songwriting Competition (ISC), Sammi Palinkas continues to solidify her place as one of Australia’s most promising country music talents.

“Sunset State of Mind ” is the second last single ahead of Sammi’s debut album and forms the next piece in her ever-growing catalogue.

Rising talent, Jimbo Stokes, has started the year with a bang! Off the back of a successful Tamworth Country Music Festival; Jimbo Stokes secured a partnership with ABC Music kicking off with the release of his first single, ” Got Me Good”; which impacted streaming and radio play.

Jimbo returns with his second single, the deeply personal, “All For You”. As Jimbo describes the song, “It’s about repaying those that had faith in you, particularly when you may have lacked it yourself. It can be hard sometimes to find the motivation to self-improve, but I think knowing it’s not just about you can really help. ‘All For You’ is raw and close to home, but I’m sure anyone who draws inspiration from loved ones, whether they’re family or past relationships can resonate.”

The Scone based country singer had his breakout year in 2023, which saw two singles rocket up the country music charts and assert himself as one to watch. The momentum continues this year with a series of singles planned and an EP slated for later in 2024.

‘FOREVER LEGEND’ is the story of a little boy’s desire and journey towards country music stardom…just like his dad.

The song is a direct result of Lyricist Bruce Mackay attending his first Country Music Festival in Tamworth earlier this year.

Aside from being “blown away” by the incredible talent wherever he looked, the number of “family” groups performing left an indelible impression on him. So much so, that upon his return Bruce wrote ‘End of the Beginning’ sung by Adrian Payne and more recently this release, ‘FOREVER LEGEND’ with Anthony Snape, both reflecting the generational pull of Country Music