Project Description
Top 5
Favourite Songs of All Time
with
Kav Temperley of ESKIMO JOE
Interviewer: Brianna Denmeade
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Temperley is set to perform tracks from All Your Devotion live to audiences across the country come October and November this year, as Eskimo Joe also prepare to hit the stage for the Under The Southern Stars festival run. It’s going to be a busy few months for the skilled musician, but anticipation is high, as Kav says, “(For the All Your Devotion tour,) it’s just going to be me with an acoustic guitar and kick drum strapped to my back. I want these shows to be raw and real so people feel like they’ve been there right next to me through the writing of this record.” All Your Devotion is set for release digitally and on vinyl on September 28.
Amnplify got to chat with Kav Temperley in the lead up to the release of his solo album All Your Devotions to find out what his favourite songs of all time are. Coming from an artist who has released and performed music his entire adult life, I am taking notes…
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Walk On The Wild Side – Lou Reed
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I think this song is possibly the best sounding song of all time, you put it on and it instantly wraps you up in a lovely sonic blanket. Produced by David Bowie and Mick Ronson at the height of their Ziggy Stardust era featuring Herby Flowers on bass – the song was a huge hit.
Considering it’s a tale about drag queens in New York, it’s kind of amazing that this song has been the staple for easy listening stations all over the world since its release!
Jealous Guy – John Lennon
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I’m not sure if this song is the best recording, but it’s hands down my favourite chord progression of all time, it’s flawless. The Beatles had this formula with their song writing where the chords follow the melody – Lennon nailed it in this song. Check out Donny Hathaway’s version, it’s possibly better than the original.
Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien – Edith Piaf
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I don’t think you need to understand French to know what Edith Piaf is trying to say in this song. From the opening first few bars to the finale, this song makes me want to sing along in really bad nonsensical pretend French.
Dock of the bay – Otis Redding
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Often when I step off stage and sit back in the band room catching my breath, this is the song I put on the stereo. It’s like a soothing balm for your ears.
A Day In The Life – The Beatles
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How do you pick your favourite Beatles song? Depends on what day of the week it is. A Day In The Life is one of those songs that feels both dangerous and classic. I was lucky enough to perform this song with a full band at the Sydney opera house, and there was a point in verse two as we leading up to the bridge where I felt this shot of electricity shoot through me… it was a magical moment.
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ALL YOUR DEVOTION NATIONAL ALBUM TOUR
FRI 5 OCT | THE MILK FACTORY, BRISBANE QLD | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.oztix.com.au | 1300 762 545 | All Oztix Outlets
SAT 6 OCT | VILLA NOOSA HOTEL, SUNSHINE COAST QLD | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.oztix.com.au | 1300 762 545 | All Oztix Outlets
SUN 7 OCT | PUBLIC BAR @ COOLANGATTA HOTEL, GOLD COAST QLD | 18+ | Free show
THU 11 OCT | GRACE EMILY, ADELAIDE SA | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.oztix.com.au | 1300 762 545 | All Oztix Outlets
FRI 12 OCT | SOOKI LOUNGE, BELGRAVE VIC | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.oztix.com.au | 1300 762 545 | All Oztix Outlets
SAT 13 OCT | THE TOFF IN TOWN, MELBOURNE VIC | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.moshtix.com.au | 1300 GET TIX | All Moshtix Outlets
FRI 19 OCT | LEADBELLY, SYDNEY NSW | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.moshtix.com.au | 1300 GET TIX | All Moshtix Outlets
SAT 20 OCT | LIZOTTES, NEWCASTLE NSW | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.lizottes.com.au | (02) 4956 2066
SAT 27 OCT | MOJOS, FREMANTLE WA | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.oztix.com.au | 1300 762 545 | All Oztix Outlets
FRI 2 NOV | RIVER HOTEL, MARGARET RIVER WA | 18+
Tickets available from www.kavtemperley.com.au or www.oztix.com.au | 1300 762 545 | All Oztix Outlets
SAT 3 NOV | PRINCE OF WALES, BUNBURY WA | 18+
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