TAMARA STEWART: Latest News

Long been regarded as one of Australia's finest writer's, Tamara Stewart has managed to top the charts twice in the space of only weeks!

Two of Tamara's songs, recorded by two lovely ladies, took it all the way to Number 1 in May/June this year.

The first to take top spot, was BRAVE, an uplifting track about moving on and being bold enough to 'step into the new chapter'. Co-written in Nashville with Jenny Madison, BRAVE was always destined to find it's way onto a special album. Tracy Kileen, the multi award winning singer, released it as her first single off her 2nd album in May this year.

The second to go all the way- is MR YESTERDAY, an edgy gutsy song about walking away from Mr Wrong. Victoria Baillie, this years Golden Guitar Winner for Best New Talent, recorded the track, and the clip hit #1 position on Country Music Televisions Chart. Tamara co-write the song with Multi award winning songstress Melinda Schneider.

Currently in Nashville throughout August, writing for her 4th album, Tamara will no doubt bring home a few extra that will make their way onto fellow Aussie artists albums!

Go Tamara!

Tamara's heading back to Nashville in August to co-write with some of Nashville's elite to prepare for Album #4.

No stranger to Music Row, Tamara has frequented the writing rooms in years gone by, co-writing some of our favorite Tamara Stewart songs like the ever popular Company Of Strangers.

"I'm keen to get back there" Tamara said "it's been too long between visits!"

Fans will get a chance to hear the new songs when she returns in September, at one of the many shows about to be announced!

Stay tuned !

Following the success throughout Australia of TANGERINE SKY- and the two nominations at the 2010 GOLDEN GUITAR AWARDS for HERITAGE SONG OF THE YEAR, and VOCAL COLLABORATION, more honor's have been bestowed on the project!

The TAMWORTH SONGWRITERS ASSOCIATION Contemporary Country Song of The Year Nomination has come through for Writer/Producer/Singer on the project TAMARA STEWART.

"What an honor" Tamara Said "To have some media attention on this song right now is something we appreciate as we approach the anniversary of the Black Saturday Fires- we are able to create some good from such a disgraceful tragedy."

Also, the latest acknowledgement to come forth is the VICTORIAN COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS for GROUP of the Year.

"On behalf of all of us under the banner of 'Australian Country Music Unites' I want to say a big thankyou to the folks down there at the Victorian Awards for acknowledging our efforts and this nomination really does mean a great deal- down in the homeland where this disaster took place."

The Golden Guitar Award Winners will be announced January 23rd. While the TSA awards ceremony is Wednesday 20th January and Victoria's awards are in February 2010.

TANGERINE SKY was released in April 2009 as a cd single through SHOCK Music and CONTINUES to raise funds for The Salvation Army Bushfire Appeal.


CONGRATULATIONS AND GOOD LUCK TO ALL INVOLVED IN TANGERINE SKY!

Troy Cassar-Daley, Tommy Emmanuel, Anne Kirkpatrick, Tamara Stewart, Sunny Cowgirls, James Blundell plus many, many more came together earlier this year under the banner Australian Country Music Unites to raise money for
The Salvation Army Victorian Bushfire Appeal.


‘Tangerine Sky’ the song (written by Award wining Songwriter and Producer Tamara Stewart) collaborated Australian Country Music’s finest in an anthem of triumph amongst tragedy.

It was announced Wednesday 11th November, 2009 that the song received TWO NOMINATIONS in the Australian Country Music’s Prestigious “Golden Guitar” Awards.

“VOCAL COLLABORATION of the year” and “HERITAGE SONG of the year” (songwriter) will be hotly contested amongst fellow Nominees.

Released in April this year and debuting at #47 on the National ARIA charts (between Brittany Spears and Kings Of Leon) And #10 on CMC Video chart ‘Tangerine Sky’ continues to raise much needed funds for those trying to re-build lives after losing not only homes, farmland, but in so many cases- lives.

Since the tragedy, Songwriter, Producer & Co-ordinator Tamara Stewart says she has been inundated with stories and letters from survivors of the tragedy and those who fought the fires in February this year .

“The reality of what we are trying to achieve is just so humbling” Tamara said
“More often than not, awards ceremonies single out an artist and praise their talent and integrity- but Australian Country Music Unites’ is a very raw representation of the Australian Spirit and the Australian People. Using our voices to speak/sing on behalf of those affected is not something we take lightly- and to be honoured and acknowledged for that- well, it’s just remarkable”

BUY YOUR COPY OF TANGERINE SKY TODAY AND HELP SUPPORT THOSE STILL TRYING TO PUT THE PIECES BACK TOGETHER.

TAMARA STEWART FEATURED ON
Channel 7 “PACKED TO THE RAFTERS”

Press Release Tuesday 8th September 2009


Award winning singer/songwriter Tamara Stewart has long been regarded as one of Australia’s finest Singer/Songwriters

If your one of the MILLIONS of views of the hit Aussie drama ‘PACKED TO THE RAFTERS’, you would have no doubt been ‘sobbing along’ to the stunning song ‘MIRACLES’ written and performed by Tamara Stewart and featured in episode 33. (Tuesday 8th Sept, Channel 7)

A significant moment in the show- when the lead characters Dave Rafter and Rachel Rafter are each faced with life changing moments- beautifully captured by the lyric of Tamara’s song…


“Little Miracles… all around
You think you’re the only one that needs to be found
Stop for a minute, for a moment as you run for your pinnacle
Or you might miss…life’s Little Miracles”
Tamara Stewart ( Universal 2006
6
2009 has been an incredible year for Tamara.

In March, she was responsible for pulling together a host of Australian stars, both here and abroad, under the banner ‘Australian Country Music Unites’.

The result was a commercially released single titled ‘Tangerine Sky’. The song was written and produced by Tamara and debuted on the National Aria charts between Pop Icon’s Brittany Spears and Kings Of Leon. (Available through SHOCK Australia and iTunes)

All proceeds from the sale of TANGERINE SKY go to The Salvation Army’s Bushfire appeal.

Tamara is currently preparing to go into the studio in coming weeks to begin recording her much-anticipated 4th album to be released
early 2010.


For More Information Contact:

management@tamarastewart.com.au
www.tamarastewart.com.au

Tamara is not only hard at work writing her next album (slated for release early 2010) she is busy training to participate in the infamous Sydney Marathon 'City 2 Surf' in August.
"I've really let my fitness levels slip away over the last couple of years so it's a personal challenge for me for sure!' Tamara said.
The 14km track will be the stage for Tamara's challenge - but making the trek 'easier' will be her #1 motivation, raising money for one of her FAVORITE charities 'LIFELINE'.
"It's an incredible organization" Tamara told us "they are there for people when they feel alone and lost - in need of someone to care or guide them to higher ground- I'm very very proud to be trying to raise money for them- I'll wear their logo with great pride during the marathon".
Admittedly, Tamara says it will be a challenge to run the complete track - and would be just as pleased to walk the entire 14 km's- as long as she completes it - her fundraising job is done- but she is enjoying the benefits of the training sessions.
"I've missed running- it's nice to be pounding the ground again- And it's been very cool getting the emails and messages on facebook from fans who know my mission and want to encourage me- thanks so much to those who have donated already- but we need more!"
We urge you to donate to Tamara's cause- by logging onto the HERALD HERO's site and pledging your support!
http://city2surf.everydayhero.com.au/tamara_stewart

Tamara Stewart will team up with long time mate Melinda Schnieder.
It has been many MANY years since these two toured together!
'It's going to be great to be doing these shows with Mel' Tamara said. 'It's been a while since we've collaborated in any sense of the word- so it will be alot of fun!'
Only two dates have been announced at this stage - FRIDAY 17th July- Young Services & Citizens Club 18th July -Bathurst RSL Club.
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Tamara has drawn on all her talents to write produce and release a song to help raise money for The Salvation Army Victorian Bushfire Appeal.

The song 'TANGERINE SKY' was written by Tamara while the fires still raged in Victoria and she called on some old mates to help her record and release the powerful song.

Troy Cassar-Daley, Tommy Emmanuel, The Sunny Cowgirls, James Blundell, Anne Kirkpatrick, Talia Wittman, Darren Coggan, Lianna Rose... have all come together as well as a prestigious behind the scenes crew of Videographers, Sound Engineers and Marketing minds.

The Film Clip can be now seen on CMC- REQUEST TODAY! The more Radio and TV play the song- the more money that is raised!

BUY YOUR COPY TODAY!

Can be purchased through most record stores- if it isnt on the shelf- order it in! Or purchase online at jb hifi , sanity.

Watch this space for more news on TANGERINE SKY

Check out our CALENDER page and be sure to go along to one Tamara's shows near yoU!

(more dates to come)

Make your way to The Entrance, Central Coast, NSW for a fantasic lineup of entertainment featuring TAMARA STEWART performing live

*Saturday 7th MARCH
*Free
*Dont miss it

This will be one of the few chances to see Tamara live before her tour later in the year - we'll keep you posted.

WOW! What a fantastic show. TAMARA STEWART bought the house down in her LOVE-LAUGHTER-LESSONS main show in Tamworth. The stayers, got to meet Tamara after the show for pics & an autograph.

A Huge thank you to everyone who supported us throughout the festival, a great time was had by all.

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HURRY - DON'T MISS OUT !
Purchase your tickets NOW by emailing us:

ticketsales@tamarastewart.com.au

Or direct from the venue.

Details of the show:
with special guests RACZ & WATERS

REGENT THEATRE, TAMWORTH
Thursday 22nd January, 2009
8pm
Adults : $14.50
Children: $9.50
(under 16)

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**PRESS RELEASE**
Released to Media Friday 31st October, 2008

Australia’s finest singer songwriter and country music performer TAMARA STEWART has signed a new management deal with Raw Music & Media.

On the back of a brand new distribution deal with Shock Country, Tamara is really excited about a new partnership with Raw Music & Media.
“I’ve crossed paths with Rusty many times throughout my career- she has always been enthusiastic
about my music . “ Tamara said. “With the new album and the re-launch of my career, finally the timing was right to bring management on board- We knew Rusty was our missing piece to the puzzle and we are so excited about the journey ahead. I have a strong team around me with Karen Falkenberg (Power) working alongside me, Aneta Butcher (Shock) and now Rusty, I know we can move this forward at great speed.” Tamara says

With a career spanning over 30 years, Rusty Wallis is no stranger to the music industry. Rusty was the first ever female to be appointed A&R Manager for a major record label (RCA). She has worked with high profile Australian and International Artists from Whitney Houston, Lionel Ritchie to Hoodoo Gurus, INXS & John Farnham. Rusty has managed & co managed, Tania Kernaghan, Jenny Morris and developed several artists for major label signings.
“Tamara is an amazing talent and her album LOVE LAUGHTER LESSONS is outstanding. We’re really excited to be working with her” Rusty explained

What a fantastic year Tamara has had so far promoting the new album and playing shows and festivals across the country. Earlier this year, Tamara was very proud to perform with James Blundell, where they performed for farmers and their families at free concerts across drought stricken communities in NSW.
A strong supporter of the Red Cross, Tamara was honored to win the Red Cross’s Country Spirit Song Contest.

Tamara Stewart not only wrote 11 of the12 tracks on her new album “Love, Laughter Lessons”, she also
Produced the album, Engineered and played on every track. One of the only female country artists in
Australia to have taken her musical destiny, completely in her own hands.

Tamara’s new album “Love Laughter Lessons” is now distributed through Australias largest wholly owned independent record company Shock Records.

This brand new relationship with Raw Music & Media is yet another exciting adventure.

The third single from the album, Ground Hog Day at radio now.

Tamara Stewart's ONE AND ONLY show at the Tamworth Festival will go on sale FRIDAY, 3rd November, 2008.


Details of her show:
REGENT THEATRE, TAMWORTH
Thursday 22nd January, 2009
8pm
Adults : $14.50
Children: $9.50
(under 16)

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Tamara is by far one of the most talented and dynamic performers we have in the Australian Music Industry. Her songs emulate passion and truth, hurt and healing... you haven't truly experienced Tamara until you have seen her live show.

Full band and also a support act (yet to be announced)- Tamara will journey through her career with stories, songs and share some intimate moments with her audience.

It's been an exciting year for Tamara since her performance at the festival last year.

One of our finest and most prolific songwriters, you can be assured that she'll have an exclusive debut performance of a new song or two.

Along with all the hits from "The Way The World Is" (ABC 2001) "Self Titled" (ABC 2001) and the album that has re-launched Tamara into the forefront of the Country Music Scene "LOVE LAUGHTER LESSONS", it will no doubt result in a show that will be the talk of the festival.


TO BOOK TICKETS!
On sale from friday , 3rd November, 2008

Phone: (02) 6767 5300
Online: www.visittamworth.com In person: at the Tamworth Visitor Information Centre (cnr Peel &
Murrays Sts)

This is your last chance to enter our exciting competition.

Entries are rolling in and competition closes MONDAY 3rd NOVEMBER.

All you have to do, is tell us in 25 words or less, your favourite TAMARA STEWART EXPERIENCE.

Maybe it's one of her songs and what it means to you, perhaps you met her at a show or saw her in the supermarket! Maybe she has inspired you in some way in your life.

JOIN THE MAILING LIST and send us an email for your chance to WIN!

Up for grabs is a Tamara Stewart Love Laughter Lessons Pack! Featuring your own Autographed copy of her CD" LOVE LAUGHTER LESSONS", Autographed poster and an original 8 x 10 photograph. PLUS a personal letter from Tamara.

SEND YOUR ENTRY IN NOW!

email us at
info@tamarastewart.com.au

To mark the launch of our new look tamarastewart.com.au we're running a very exciting competition!!!

All you have to do, is tell us in 25 words or less, your favourite TAMARA STEWART EXPERIENCE.

Maybe it's one of her songs and what it means to you, perhaps you met her at a show or saw her in the supermarket! Maybe she has inspired you in some way in your life.

JOIN THE MAILING LIST and send us an email for your chance to WIN!

Up for grabs is a Tamara Stewart Love Laughter Lessons Pack! Featuring your own Autographed copy of her CD" LOVE LAUGHTER LESSONS", Autographed poster and an original 8 x 10 photograph. PLUS a personal letter from Tamara.

SEND YOUR ENTRY IN NOW!

Tamara Stewart's video "LESSONS (I'll Survive)" hits #20 on the Country Music Channel's video chart.

Produced by Multi Award winning Video Clip Producer Ross Wood, it's the 3rd clip the two have shot together.

Ross was also the man behind the lense on Tamara's #1 video "Its A Good Thing You're Crazy" back in 2001. He also shot "Way Too Easy" in 2000 for Tamara.

As Tamara's prepares to shoot her next clip "Groundhog Day" in the coming months, it is a welcome achievement. "I love doing clips and the whole idea of linking a visual story to the songs. As the writer of the songs, it's a huge extension of communicating a story- and most of the time it's a hell of a lot of laughs!" Tamara says.
Keep voting and requesting "LESSONS" on CMC. www.countrymusicchannel.com

To mark the national release of LOVE LAUGHTER LESSONS through Shock Distribution, on September 13th, Tamara will join ABC Radio National's "Saturday Night Country" host John Nutting in his Townsville studios.

John has watched Tamara's career since her first entry into the Tamworth Starmaker quest when she was only 18, and as the years have rolled along, he has witnessed the emergence of one of Australian Country Music's finest songwriters.

They'll talk about the good, the bad, and the inbetween's of Tamara's journey through music over the past 15 years- and most importantly the arrival at the NEW release 'Love Laughter Lessons'.

John speaks with such passion about Tamara and her music.
"Where have you been Tam...I missed you and your music. Thankfully you
have come up with the goods and the wait has been worth it. Now I want
another album. Love your songwriting one of Australia's finest"

So on September 13th, Tune in to your local ABC radio station and why not call in! Hear about why she went away- and why she's back where she belongs!!!

After much success of her first two singles lifted from the album, Tamara's latest offering is being hailed as a "hot hit prediction" at radio across the country.

In September 2007, she surprised everyone by releasing (like a magic trick she re-appeared!) the first single 'DRIVE". It certainly got that distinct sexy voice of Tamara's back on the radio with great force! An especially warm welcome back- with industry and fans finally being able to answer the question 'what ever happened to Tamara Stewart!?!"

Her second release "LESSONS (I'll Survive) was a more intimate and honest look at the journey thus far for our sensationally talented songstress, with the video for the track sitting at #20 on Country Music Channel Video chart at time of reporting this article.

Her latest offering, "GROUNDHOG DAY" will defiantly strike a chord with listerners. The song (writen by Tamara) is about the occassionally repetative and mundane tasks that go along with parenthood. But amidst the frustrations- loving every minute of it.

"It is a personal story- definatly" Tamara says. "Inspired by my two beautiful sisters- both of which are fabulous parents."

It's a fun yet edgy song, showing Tamara as the queen of kick ass country music and will no doubt be a favourite amongst fans and industry alike!

REQUEST IT ON YOUR LOCAL STATION TODAY! LETS GET HER UP THE CHARTS!

Tamara's new album 'LOVE LAUGHTER LESSONS' will be released through Australia's largest wholly independant record company Shock Records from July 29, 2008.

"I'm really proud to be part of a growing label and really excited about getting this album out there...AT LAST!" Tamara said.

Teh Australian Country Music Manager at Shock Records, Aneta Butcher is also very excited about having Tamara on board.
"Tamara Stewart is one of the best singer/songwriters in Australia and she is an exciting addition to the Shock Country roster. Her new songs are raw, emotive and powerful, which are perfectly matched with her unique vocal ability and rock solid delivery." Aneta explained.

The thirsd single from the album 'GROUNDHOG DAY' will be heading out to radio early August to coincide with the retail release.

LOVE LAUGHTER LESSONS will be avaliable in stores Australia wide from July 29.

It has been confirmed that Tamara will be performing at this years Gympie Muster.
It has been 6 years since Tamara's last performance, and says she just can't wait!
"It's always been a favourite gig of mine, and I cant wait to get the band back up there and have a blast!"
Tamara will be performing 3 shows during the main weekend of the Muster- including a Mainstage performance on the Saturday afternoon.
She will also be signing copies of her album Love Laughter Lessons after the show.
Check Gig dates for times and venues.

Already long known as one of this country's finest singer/songwriters, Tamara has receiveed an honor from one or the worlds largest charities.
the RED CROSS SONGWRITERS SPIRIT AWARD was handed to Tamara at a gala night held in April.
The special guest speaker on the night was Australian Of The Year Lee Kernaghan and Tamara performed her winning song "I Won't Let Go".
"This is a maasive honor for me" Tamara said after her performance. " I've been a supporter of the Red Cross via blood donation for a couple of years now, so I'm thrilled to be a part of this event."

The song was written especially for the Red cross- the criteria was for the songwriter to write a song that captures true Australian spirit- in honor of what the red Cross do regarding world aid and community assistance."

The songis not as yet avaliable on a commercial release.