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triple j’s One Night Stand has been everywhere from Karratha (WA) to Burnie (TAS), from Humpty Doo (NT) to Gippsland (VIC), bringing awesome Australian bands and the best free concert ever, broadcasting it live around the country so everyone can be part of it.

This time they’re heading to a part of Australia they’ve never been before. With the support from the District Council of Tumby Bay triple j is very excited to invite you to our free all-ages One Night Stand concert on Saturday April 2nd, 2011 in Tumby Bay.

A bunch of their musical mates are performing: Birds of Tokyo (that’s us!) will be headlining alongside Art vs Science and The Jezabels plus triple j Unearthed will be searching for the region’s best band to open the event.

What: A free concert with 4 bands. All ages, drug & alcohol free event.

When: Saturday April 2nd. Gates open 3pm.

Where: Tumby Bay Oval, Lawrie St, Tumby Bay, SA

Lineup: Birds of Tokyo, Art vs Science, The Jezabels and a local Unearthed band

For more info click HERE

The much-loved GTM recipe of taking a tasty selection of the most memorable, talented and exciting national and International artists to regional Australia and the Nation’s capital for five value-packed shows returns in April/May 2011.

Once more, music lovers from major cities, regional centres and small country towns will meet, party and fall in love at their local GTM.

With a ticket price at just under $100, GTM is one of the most accessible and best value days on the calendar.

Featuring over eleven hours of exciting acts, as well as improved and expanded facilities, this licensed all ages (recommended 16+) event will feature the return of the impressive double outdoor stages as well as the mighty Moolin Rouge dance tent. There will also be an abundance of local food and market stalls along with licensed bar facilities, slingshot rides and chill out areas.

Please welcome the Artists who are coming along for this year’s adventure:

AC Slater, Architecture In Helsinki, Art Vs Science, The Aston Shuffle, Birds of Tokyo, Bliss n Eso, Cut Copy, Darwin Deez (USA), Datarock (NOR), Drapht, The Drums (USA), The Go! Team (UK), Gotye, Gyroscope, The Holidays, Horrorshow, House Of Pain (USA), The Jezabels*, Nina Las Vegas (triple j), Sampology (AV/ DJ Set), Tim & Jean+, UNKLE Live (UK), Washington, The Wombats (UK)

With more local and triple j unearthed artists to be announced!

The official 2011 GTM tour diary:

Saturday 30 April 2011 – Bendigo VIC Bendigo’s Prince of Wales Showground

Sunday 1 May 2011 – Townsville QLD Murray Sports Complex, Townsville

Saturday 7 May 2011 – Maitland NSW Maitland Showground

Sunday 8 May 2011 – Canberra ACT The Meadows, University of Canberra

Saturday 14 May 2011 – Bunbury WA Hay Park (off) Parade Rd Bunbury

GATES OPEN AT 10.30AM

TICKETS: $99.90+ B/F

ON SALE DATE: Tickets go on sale nationally TUESDAY 15 FEBRUARY 2011

For more info visit www.gtm.net.au

The 2011 Formula 1™ Qantas Australian Grand Prix Announces Music Line-up

Two of Australia’s most critically acclaimed rock bands, THE LIVING END, and BIRDS OF TOKYO  are geared up to deliver two days of rocking trackside tunes at the 2011 Formula 1™ Qantas Australian Grand Prix.

Birds of Tokyo will headline the newly amped up Sidetracked music festival on Saturday March 26 playing tracks from their coveted self-titled platinum No. 1 album, including massive crowd favourites ‘Plans’ and ‘Wild At Heart’.

After six ARIA Award nominations, plus a newly crowned title of ‘Band of the Year’ from the GQ Awards in 2010, Birds of Tokyo’s live show, which is currently receiving rave reviews on the Big Day Out tour, is set to shake up the GP crowd in March.

‘We’re thrilled to be playing at Sidetracked this year, it’s the first time we’ve played during the GP festivities so we’re really excited to have fun with the fans & check out all the awesome F1 action” says lead vocalist Ian Kenny.

Sidetracked will also feature a dazzling line-up of Australian live acts and DJs. Along with more acts soon to be announced plus unparalleled on-track action, the 2011 Formula 1™ Qantas Australian Grand Prix promises to be a heart racing festival in the fast lane!

Sidetracked Ticket Details

Weekend & Single Day passes on sale now!!

*Pre-purchased ticket prices

Saturday March 26 – $95 + booking fee

Sunday March 27 – $109 + booking fee

Weekend Pass – $199 + booking fee

Pre purchase your ticket to secure the best prices, tickets also available at the gate.

Sidetracked tickets give you full general admission access at the Grand Prix.  Sidetracked is close to the main entrance at Gate 10, with a fantastic view of the track and all the action!

The 2011 Formula 1™ Qantas Australian Grand Prix ● Albert Park ● 24 – 27 March

For bookings or more information, visit www.grandprix.com.au or call Foxtix on 1800 100 030