In this issue: Pennywise 25th anniversary tour, Dave Hause to support Gaslight Anthem, Presidents of the United States say hi, Purity Ring supports announced, Frenzal Rhomb withdraw from tour and extra dates for Birdy!

Pennywise to tour in April!

In this issue: Dave Graney and The MistLY announce Melbourne show, Julitha Ryan playing two Fitzroy shows, “Our Band Could Be Your Life” opening night, Loren and Freya Hanly share the stage and much more!

Dave Graney and The MistLY announce Melbourne show

Another mighty offering from the Canadian music scene are Purity Ring with their left of field pop sensibilities and promising aural and visual wonders this March. Welcome the band which makes "lullabies for the club" as they tour Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne as well as Golden Plains Festival.

Their live show will include a tree shaped lighting rig, futuristic coloured orbs and improvisational live production. Tickets are onsale now and the tour details are below.

Joining a slew of epic festival announcements this year is Golden Plains. To be held in the majestic surrounds of the Meredith Supernatural Ampitheatre in March 2013, Golden Plains Lucky Seven will feature the music of the following artists:

CAT POWER
DINOSAUR JR
TALLEST MAN ON EARTH
GEORGE CLINTON AND PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC
THE JON SPENCER BLUES EXPLOSION
PURITY RING
FLUME
MOODYMANN

Long list of releases this week with plenty from local and up and coming bands. Check out releases from White Fang, Children Collide, Stonefield, The Gracemakers and Kid Mac to name a few. Also a release from Deadmau5 and The Darkness in there as well!