News Archive
2006
Check out Fade on MySpace
You can now visit Fade on MySpace to keep in touch with all the latest band news and events. We'll be putting work in progress on MySpace over the coming months in preparation for our next release and asking for feedback. To get involved, visit the Fade page on MySpace and become a friend of Fade.
Fade returns to the studio following successful "Summer of Greed" tourFade has returned to the studio to record their next release following a successful “Summer of Greed” debut tour. The tour, which wrapped up in January, promoted Fade’s debut EP Greed, released in 2005 through Zero Music. Greed, the first single off the EP, featured on the Association of Independent Records 2005 rock sampler as well as the BLU FM 2005 Compilation CD. Fade plans to release a new single later in the year.
2005
NovemberFade "Summer of Greed" tour kicks off Friday Nov 25 at The Cat & Fiddle
Fade kicks off their “Summer of Greed” tour on Friday November 25 at The Cat & Fiddle Hotel, Balmain. The tour promotes Fade’s debut EP Greed, released earlier this year through Zero Music. Greed, the first single off the EP, featured on the Association of Independent Records 2005 rock sampler as well as the BLUFM 2005 Compilation CD.
While the theme of the tour is Greed, the message is anything but. Greed is about the pursuit of money at the expense of happiness. The song speaks to the insatiable desire in society today to consume and the trappings of material possessions, often to the detriment of family and community. Delivering its message with a unique zest, Greed is a fast, up-tempo rock song with powerful vocals, a catchy melody and strong keyboards.
Fade will play a series of shows in Sydney before heading up the coast.
OctoberFade single, Greed, to be included on BluFM compilation CD.
The single Greed, from Fade's debut EP, will be included on the BluFM radio competition compilation CD. This follows a high commendation for Greed from the BluFM judges. Fade visited the BluFM studios in late July where they were interviewed by presenter Narelle Pfeiffer and performed a special unplugged acoustic set. Fade was also profiled on the BluFM web site under local releases. View a photo taken on the day. Audio will be available soon!!Greed receives Radio Play
Greed has been receiving radio play on FBi radio, BluFM and other community stations. Request Greed on your local station.
September
Welcome Andy on keyboards
Keyboard player Andy has joined Fade, adding to the live show and dynamics of the band. It's a little hush hush at the moment, but more details on Andy will follow, so stay tuned...
Second place for Fade in Jim Beam band comp!!
Fade entered the NSW, Western Sydney round of the Jim Beam band competition where they scored second place. Check out the photo.August
Fade launches debut EP "Greed" at The Cat & Fiddle Hotel, July 22 to a capacity crowd !!What a huge night !!! Fade officially launched the release of their debut EP "Greed" at The Cat & Fiddle Hotel, Balmain, on Friday July 22 to a capacity crowd. Guests included Sydney bands MEZA, Riskae & Henry's Grin. The Greed EP contains the title single Greed, along with the accompanying tracks True, Deceived and Day by Day and is available to purchase now at Chaos Music/The Can.
Fade featured on FBi Radio's web site for July/August
Fade is featured on FBi radio's web site this month where the Greed MP3 is available for download.July
Greed highly commended in BluFM radio competition.
Blue Mountains radio station BluFM has highly commended the song "Greed". There were 59 entries of which 25 were from local Blue Mountains bands, four winning places and 12 bands commended in total.May
Greed accepted onto AIR Rock Sampler
Fade single Greed, the title track off Fade's debut EP, was accepted onto the latest AIR (Association of Independent Records) Rock Sampler. The Rock Sampler was sent out to over 300 community radio stations Australia wide as well as 50 key industry taste makers. Listen out for Greed on your local community radio station or even better, request it!
February
Fade enters the Jaxter Artist Awards
Now in it's 3rd year, the Jaxter Awards recognise writers of original music, in any genre and are open to anyone 35 years and under. Cash prizes total $9,000 and 20% of all proceeds are donated to the Inspire Foundation, meaning that $5 from every entry goes to helping young people get through tough times. Supporters include TDK, Chaos.com, Fbi Radio and Drum Media.
Thoughts for the victims of the Asian Tsunami disaster
Fade would like to recognise the devastation caused by the Tsunami in Asia. We encourage all music lovers and fans of Fade to donate to the disaster relief effort through a reputable charity. If you are personally affected or are disturbed by images on the media you can call Lifeline to talk to a counsellor on ph: 13 1114. We have also made available the full demo version of Holocaust. Click here to download.
January
Happy New Year !! Welcome to 2005
Fade kicks off the year with a Welcome Home Show at The Cat & Fiddle, Balmain
Fade is back after promoting their music throughout Europe with positive feedback and promising results. Fade is set to record their debut EP during January and February but will first kick off 2005 with a Welcome Home Show at The Cat & Fiddle.
2004
October
Two more shows announced for 2004 - Fade competes in Thrive band competition
Fade will play two additional final shows for 2004, before heading off to Europe, including competing in the Thrive band competition, supported by Fbi Radio, Drum Media, Chaos TV, H2H, Troy Horse Studios and Guitar Crazy. See the gigs section of the site for show details.
Fade's last show for 2004 on October 7 before promotional tour in Europe
Fade's last official show for 2004 is on October 7 at The Bat & Ball Hotel before heading to Europe in November for a short promotional tour (supported by Zero Music). The tour follows a highly successful debut year for Fade, having burst onto the Sydney live scene in January 2004 and within a short time frame kicking on to support acts including DREAMSHIFTER, TRIPGAUGE and PLUNJA. Fade also headlined at venues including The Excelsior in Surry Hills and The Cat & Fiddle in Balmain.
Fade will take time out during Christmas to finish recording their debut EP with plans to release the EP in mid 2005 with an accompanying Australian tour.
August
Fade supports Dreamshifter - Friday 13th August
Fade recently supported DREAMSHIFTER, TRIPGAUGE and PLUNJA at Caringbah Bizzo's as part of a Black Friday extravaganza show. Visit the Image Gallery to see photos taken on the night.
Fade Live & Unplugged on 2SSR - 99.7FM - Wednesday August 11
Fade played an unplugged, live set on 2SSR - 99.7FM on Wednesday August 11, 6pm on the Rock n' A Hard Place show with Joel Butling. Listen to grabs from a previous interview on 2SSR and see photos taken on the day in the Lyrics + Extras section.
JulyFade plays The Blueprint Sessions, Excelsior Hotel
During July Fade will support Erratic at The Excelsior Hotel, Surry Hills as part of the Wednesday night Blueprint Sessions. For more details visit the Excelsior Hotel's web site.
June
Fade Interviewed on 2SSR -99.7FM
Members of Fade were interviewed on 2SSR - 99.7FM on the Rock n' A Hard Place show with Joel Butling. Listen to grabs from the interview and check out photos in the Lyrics + Extras section of the site.
New Line Up for Fade - Welcome Attila Slay
Fade now has a new line up. We're very pleased to welcome Attila Slay to Fade, joining the band on guitar. Check out Photos & Video footage from the Caringbah Bizzo's gig on Friday June 18 .
May
Debut single "Deceived" recently Mastered at Studios 301
Fade recently completed mastering at Studios 301 for the debut single Deceived (off the forthcoming EP) along with accompanying songs Day by Day and Greed. The songs were mastered by ARIA award winning engineer, Steve Smart.
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