February - 21 - 2008

THE RED PAINTINGS PRESENT THE "WE BELONG IN THE SEA" AUSTRALIAN TOUR

Before heading to the U.S. in April, The Red Paintings will be doing a tour throughout Australia in support of their newest single and music video, "We Belong In The Sea."

As the band has been wrapped up in recording their debut full length, and will be in America for some time, we wanted to make sure to hit some cities we haven't been to in a while. This tour will be a temporary farewell to all of our wonderful Australian fans, and will most likely be the only Australian tour in 2008. To thank all of you for your support on the recording of "The Revolution Is Never Coming", we will be playing songs which you've never heard live before. In addition, we will be giving out 5 pairs of tickets (10 total) per show to those who donated $40 or more to us in the past year (more on that below).

The dates are as follows, tickets on-sale Friday 22nd February, with additional info (including support) to be announced soon.

Friday 14 March
Fisherman's Wharf (Fisho's) – Gold Coast
18+ | Tickets $15

Saturday 15 March
388 – Fortitude Valley – Brisbane
18+ | Tickets $20

Saturday 5 April
Factory Theatre – Sydney
All Ages | Tickets - $20

Thursday 10 April
National Hotel – Geelong
18+ | Tickets At Door Only - $15

Friday 11 April
Ding Dong Lounge – Melbourne
18+ | Tickets $15

PAINTERS & HUMAN CANVASES WANTED!
Since these shows will be themed after the "We Belong In The Sea" single and music video, we hope to capture the haunting beauty and overall feel of the song in a live setting. In order to do so, we want to try some new things out for all of you, but don't want to give too much away. However, as always, we want to have a few lucky participants directly involved in our journey. The band is currently working on set designs and plans for our human canvases, to bring the audience down under the sea with us...if you are interested in participating, please contact us ASAP by e-mailing seatour@theredpaintings.com with the subject "The Red Paintings Sea Painter" or "The Red Paintings Sea Canvas". If you are interested in painting for these shows, a sample of your work would be preferred (but not required). We will be selecting four painters, and two canvases or each show and would like to get everything locked in and explained to you as far in advance as possible.

TICKET CONTEST!
If you are not interested in being a human canvas or a painter at these shows, and have donated $40 or more to us in the past year, you're eligible for free tickets! The first 5 people from each city to forward seatour@theredpaintings.com the receipt you received (when you donated) will receive free tickets. Please include which show you would like to attend in the header...for example "BRISBANE We Belong In The Sea Tour Tickets". If you are a winner, you will be put on the VIP list, allowed to hang backstage with the band, and be a part of many other surprises.

These shows will be like nothing you've ever seen before from TRP, and we are very excited to share them with you before leaving for MUSEXPO -- these will be filling us with the good energy and positive vibes we need to have on our tails returning to the States, so the more of you who can join us for these, the better.

More info soon. See you out there.

XO
The Red Paintings

February -01 - 2008

THE RED PAINTINGS & THEIR FANS START THEIR OWN REVOLUTION!

Before recent alternative means, anti-label newsmakers Radiohead and Saul Williams, The Red Paintings were hard at work on their debut full length LP, "The Revolution Is Never Coming". Completely fueled by the charity of their fans -- from a few bucks, to in some cases hundreds of dollars -- every cent made a huge difference...as lead songwriter Trash McSweeney pointed out on the bands official forum this past July, donations of $40 or more not only counted as a "thank you" in the liner notes, but also as a pre-order for the record upon it's production... Though the band is about to dive head-long into their last month in the studio and readying of the artwork for the LP (with an expected release mid 2008), we had to share this bit of information with everyone, and thank you for all of your help and support throughout this battle.

A message from songwriter Trash McSweeney:
THANK YOU to everyone who has supported us to create our debut record, not just financially, but creatively as well.

For the past six months, we have been lucky enough to work here in Australia with New York producer Tidy Kid, all the while seeing a 35 piece string orchestra, harp, painters, woodwinds, brass (including french horns, trombone, and trumpet), and even a theremin, thru the studio. Fans have also come in and helped build choirs, leaving their own "fingerprints" on the record, which has made this piece of art much more special and true to me.

I think this is an incredible achievement for a band who has had very minimal support from the Australian Music Industry. We have had many doors closed in our faces, but despite many blows, we've kept getting up and pushed through, with the help and respect from our fans and friends...I am so amazed with this achievement, and consider myself very lucky -- you all have seen me through some of the toughest times.

When we decided to run with this idea, I was unsure and worried we weren't going to pull it off, but in the end you afforded me the ability to create this album the way I needed it to feel. It was important for me to do at least this one record on my own terms -- without outside pressure -- and you have afforded us that opportunity.

I had no idea just how much love and respect there was for us, and I am truly blown away that we have been able to finish this on our terms. I've dreamt of creating this record for six years, and we are finally in the last stages.

Again, thanks to all of you.

Here's to a successful new decade for The Red Paintings.

Next stop, US of A.

Trash x

January - 24 - 2008

THE RED PAINTINGS SELECTED FOR MUSEXPO 2008, HOLLYWOOD, CA!

Hot Queensland talent ready to take on world

The Red Paintings were recently selected alongside only 30 other acts worldwide to participate in MUSEXPO 2008 this April, at the House of Blues in Hollywood, CA April 27-30.

"Queensland band The Red Paintings will build on Brisbane's solid reputation as one of the world's top cities for new music talent when they travel to Los Angeles in April for MUSEXPO 2008".

The event is run by A&R Worldwide - one of the leading artist discovery and development agencies in the world - and is attended by industry heavyweights from more than 30 countries.

"A&R has played a leading role in the early discovery and development of the careers of a long list of artists, including Dido, Fatboy Slim, Missy Higgins and Evermore."

As more info comes in on the forthcoming MUSEXPO showcase, radio promotions, as well as headline side shows, we'll be sure to let everyone know so that you can mark your calendars to listen, attend, and even have a chance to win tickets. We will be on the look out for painters, human canvases and circus acts for all shows.

Once again, a huge THANK YOU to all of you guys for your support and commitment to the band. We could not do this without you!

For more info about the event go to MUSEXPO 2008.

November - 30 - 2007

THE RED PAINTINGS TO SUPPORT AMANDA PALMER, LIVE DECEMBER 19TH

Amanda Palmer (of The Dresden Dolls) has asked The Red Paintings to play as direct support for her December 19th solo appearance in Brisbane! The band will be joining Amanda for the final evening of her Australian solo tour. From Brisbane she heads to America and meets up with Brian Viglione for a monthlong Dresden Dolls tour around the US, but this will be the last time for a while she'll be in Oz. This show is not to be missed. Other acts include The Danger Ensemble and Emma Dean. Tickets are available now HERE, but will sell out quickly. Hope to see you there, as this is going to be a killer night on all fronts. To say there are a lot of surprises in store, is a massive understatement!

November - 21 - 2007

"WE BELONG IN THE SEA" CD SINGLE AVAILABLE NOW

As November winds down, we are thrilled to officially debut the upcoming CD single, "We Belong In The Sea." This extremely limited edition CD single not only contains the title track, but also a previously unreleased song, "Injecting Chemicals Into The Eyes Of God". As an added bonus, the CD contains the music video for "We Belong In The Sea" in high quality PC/MAC format.

The CD hits stores December 3rd, 2007 but we are currently offering it in the online store HERE. All orders placed prior to December 3rd will ship immediately.

In the coming week, we will be rolling out a lot of surprises including a contest revolving around the single and music video, so be sure to stay tuned...while you wait, you can always head over to the store and purchase your copy while they last.

November - 07 - 2007

CHRISTMAS SHOW WORKING BEES COMMUNITY EVENT INFO

November kicks off the beginning of the Christmas Show Working Bees. This is something for the whole community which we'd love as many of you as possible to be a part of. We will be building our sets for the Christmas Show. This is a great time to meet some amazing artists and help the band for a worthy cause, and be a part of a great community event!

Many thanks to David Hooper and his incredibly helpful team of artists and art gallery for donating their space, time and resources.

Dates: Sunday November 11th onward each weekend 'till it's done -- of course whatever you can offer as long as you can offer would be much appreciated.
Times: 11AM - 5PM or later
Location: CBD Gallery, 99 Elizabeth Street (above Govindas), Brisbane - Get directions HERE.
Who's Coming: Trash Mcsweeney, Christmas Show and the TRP crew and many other creative people! Hopefully we can add you to that list...
What To Bring: To to the pile please bring as much newspaper as possible as we need a lot, lots of old CDs, Coreslute, fur's (not real), cotton, plastic eyes, toilet rolls, chicken wire, and any additional materials you can donate you think would be helpful. We want to recycle as much as we can, and keep this an environmentally healthy project.

For workshop bookings or more info please contact gallery direct:
David Hooper: hoppersart@yahoo.com

 

October - 9 - 2007

CHRISTMAS TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Click Here To Purchase Tickets!

This year The Red Paintings will host their grandest and most creative show to date! With a choir and orchestra in addition to the already elaborate set, this will be the show of the season!

This will be a one off show with both an ALL AGES set (at 3:00 PM) as well as an 18+ SHOW (at 7:00 PM) at The Tivoli Theatre, December 22nd. There will be many surprises, crazy sets, new songs and Xmas gifts-galore.

As an added bonus, there are 5 specially marked red & white striped tickets in with the general admission tickets for each show which can be purchased thru record stores and online, with some unexpected surprises for each winner. Hurry and get your tickets soon, they are expected to sell fast!

Tickets will be available at 9:00 AM Wednesday October, 10th via Ticketek, Skinnys Records, as well as Rockinghorse but as a thank-you in the spirit of Christmas, we are going to offer tickets a little bit early to you, our amazing fans. We have setup a pre-order for all of you to order straight from the band which includes all surcharges and shipping in the price! You can order as soon as right now straight from us, and we will post your tickets very shortly. Also, there is a chance to get one of the very special Christmas Show tickets through this special pre-order...

So what're you waiting for?
ORDER NOW!

We will be making many updates in the coming weeks in preparation for the show, so be sure to subscribe to the Mailing List, and MySpace blog. Also, we are planning some exclusive sneak-peak footage on the Red Paintings YouTube channel as well, so if you're not subscribed there yet, do so HERE.

September - 12 - 2007

"We Belong In The Sea" LIMITED EDITION Vinyl Release & More -

For the month of September, all fans who donate $40 or more to help with the recording and production costs of the new album, "The Revolution Is Never Coming," will receive a LIMITED EDITION white vinyl of "We Belong In The Sea."

The record will include "We Belong In The Sea" as well as previously unreleased tracks and beautiful artwork. As an added bonus, all copies of the vinyl will come with a special website and code to retrieve to the unreleased tracks in MP3 format (for those of you wanting to keep your iTunes Red Paintings collection complete). In addition to the vinyl, your donation will count as a pre-order for "The Revolution Is Never Coming" and the band will be adding your name to the thank you's.
Again, this "We Belong In The Sea" record will only be available for the month of September, and will yours only after making a donation so you don't want to miss out on this! When they're gone, they're gone for good...

To donate:
* Send money via PayPal to store@theredpaintings.com
* E-mail milkbar@theredpaintings.com for details on how to donate via money order or bank deposit.

Also, don't forget that this Saturday (September 15th) you can meet us at the CBD Gallery at 3PM for The Animal Rebellion March! We will march from the Gallery to Valley Fiesta wherein The Red Paintings will take the stage at 6PM. See you there!

August - 13 - 2007

Triple J News -
Catch The Red Paintings on Australia’s most popular new music show JTV, hosted by Triple Js’ Rosie Beaton. This Saturday 18 of August 9am – 11am on ABC TV Channel. Trash Mc Sweeney will be spending the morning with Rosie Beaton discussing all things on the horizon for TRP. For more details click here jtv link

The Next Animal Rebellion March:
Will take place at the Valley Fiesta Sept 15 2007. 50 participants wanted for what will be the largest rebellion to-date. All participants need to met at CBD Art Gallery in the heart of Brisbane city, located level 3/ 99 Elizabeth street at 3pm and will be marching as one big group to the valley fiesta via train, the bands new album producer "Tidy Kid" will be taking the role as NOAH! If you need more details email management@theredpaintings.com otherwise well see you and your friends at the art gallery! This march is not to be missed its going to be so much fun.

New Album Update -
In other news, in only 6 weeks time , we have raised $9000 in fan donations from all over the world. We have hit the studio and have begun working on what will be a 13 track album titled "The Revolution Is Never Coming". Big thank you to those who have helped the band to achieve this long awaited dream. We are still taking donations til we hit the 40k mark. Donation details below.

August - 08 - 2007

New release this week:
The Dresden Dolls have released worldwide this month, "LIVE AT THE ROUNDHOUSE". The last show from the band's world tour featuring "The Red Paintings" as well as interviews with Trash Mcsweeney and an incredible version of Mad World with Trash and the Dolls. Shot in front of a SOLD OUT crowd of 4000 people in Camden, London. All performances for this show are a must see.

stay tuned for more details....

June - 20 - 2007

BE A PART OF THE RED PAINTINGS HISTORYÂ…THE REVOLUTION IS COMING?

"I would like to give special thanks to those of you who have helped us record and release the new ‘Feed the Wolf’ EP. It was such a new experience to create in. All of these songs are my life. They are everything I believe in and feel each day. You have allowed me to express that to so many people, thank you.

We are going to try our luck again and see if we can raise 40 thousand + to record our debut album in August. We have New York producer ‘Tidy Kid’, residing in Brisbane, producing the album (he also produced “Feed the Wolf”). We have booked the studio and he is hiring out the best gear from all around the world as we speak. We will be recording the album over 3 months starting in August using an orchestra and choir. We need your help. We want you to own a piece if it and help us keep sailing through uncharted waters. If we can get 1000 people to donate $40 or more, then we have an album. This is the one I’ve always wanted to create and have waited for all my life. No more EP’s? Consider it a pre-order I guess. If you donate $40 or more, then you have pre-ordered your copy and of course we will add your name to the special thank yous. We don’t have a long time to find the cash and I have no idea how, but we will get there. Either I'm brave or stupid. EEK!" Trash xx

If you would like to help us produce our debut album, we ask for a minimum donation of $40. Your donated money will ensure that The Red Paintings will be able to produce the long awaited album ‘The Revolution is Never Coming’. If you would like to donate under $40, that would help and would be much appreciated. Those who donate $40 or more will have their name credited on the CD for helping The Red Paintings produce the album. They will get a signed copy of the CD sent to them anywhere around the globe. We only need a 1000 people to donate a minimum of $40 to help The Red Paintings achieve their first album. Be a part of this history making band’s dream and help make ‘The Revolution is Never Coming’ a reality.

As a special thank you from the band, those who donate to the album will receive a personal invitation to a private acoustic show inside the studio the night before production commences in August. Sadly this show will only take place in Brisbane , Australia . This will be a good opportunity for those supporting TRP to meet them personally, take a look around the studio and be a part of whatÂ’s going to be the life of Trash, Tidy Kid, and all involved in the creative side of the album for the next 3 months. We are all very grateful for your support. If we pull this off, it's going to be an incredible time for all involved.

All donations can be sent via pay pal store@theredpaintings.com, Bank Deposit or Money Order. Please email milkbar@theredpaintings.com for deposit details or more info.

Once again we would be nowhere without our fans & friends, and we are so grateful for your support and keeping us creative outside our bedrooms.

Go to TRPÂ’s official forum for weekly updates on the current amount of funds raised and new album devolpments.

Thanks from all of us
The Red Paintings

June - 20 - 2007

The Eve of the Animal Rebellion tour has finally arrived

We are very excited to let you know that some very creative people have been working night and day to bring a very artistic spin to the animal heads, Noahs ark and stage show that kicks off tomorrow around Australia. A huge thank you to all of you who have helped us build what is going to be a very important and creative independent tour & release for The Red Paintings and hopefully this country.

In other news the “Feed the Wolf” video has been completed and will hit TV stations around Aust from next week, so start requesting the song on your local Music stations it’s been worth the wait. Don’t forget to bring your animals and friends to the animal marches for all details check the tour page we need as much support as we can get so please spread the word. You can view the first animal march from www.myspace.com/theredpaintings on Sat 23 June streamed live from the bands myspace. See you all on tour…if we don’t freeze to death.

Very Special thank you to Eckersleys for donating acrylic paints for the tour and CDB Art Gallery in Brisbane for all their time, space and creations. We are a truly blessed band.

May - 29 - 2007

Hey Kids,

Just reminding you all that this Saturday (June 2nd) the working bees start. They are for all the community to be a part of thanks to David Hooper and his incredibly helpful team of artists and art gallery for donating their space, time and resources.We will be building a big Noahs ark and 30 genetically engineered animal heads and a forest over the course of 7 days. Consider it a community event and a good time to meet some great artists and help the band for a worthy cause.

Dates: 2- 8 June
Times: 11am - 5pm
Location: CBD Gallery, 99 Elizabeth Street (above Govindas), brisbane
Who will be there: Trash Mcsweeney and the TRP crew and many other creative people

What to bring: as much newspaper as possible as we need a lot, any materials you think u can donate fur's (not real), cotton, plastic eyes, toilet rolls, chicken wire. Basically anything you think we may be able to use. We want to recycle as much as we can as we pretty much have no budget for this project. If you have any questions please email management@theredpaintings.com

The daily webcast diary of the final installment will be streamed by webcast everyday at 4pm (AEST) Brisbane time.... If you like this sort of webcasting thing, head over to RawAudio.net and see what we usually get up to...www.myspace.com/theredpaintings will host the footage

Hope to see you all this week. TRP

 

May - 1 - 2007

The Red Paintings are all set to release their New EP, “FEED THE WOLF” (produced BY NEW YORK producer TIDY KID) & Debut DVD release, “SEIZURE & SYNESTHESIA” (produced by Red Tape productions)containing never before seen footage from the bands world tour with the Dresden Dolls and much more. Available in all stores from 11th June 07 thru Vitamin Distro. Pre-Order NOW! from store page.

To support these releases, an extensive string of shows concludes the bands trilogy tours, this being the only Australian tour in 2007 The Red Paintings will undertake. This time, the animals reclaim their world! ItÂ’s the ANIMAL REBELLION TOUR! Join The Red Paintings genetically engineered animal marches thru capital cities and towns, two by two, to NoahÂ’s Ark leaving the decaying world behind, we need 30 participants for each march. We're also on the look out for stage painters and human canvases for what will be an integral part of each and every show.

If you're interested in being involved in our artistic delirium, please email your details (Name, Age, Gender, myspace) and let us know what you would like to be apart of to animalrebellion@gmail.com Spread the word kids, we need to make these shows and marches as big as possible! If the people lead the leaders will follow. For tour and march dates go tour page.

We also encourage that you bring to the march's & shows your pet dogs, cats, fish, ferrets, snakes, rats, rabbits, guinea pigs, horses, pony's it just wouldn't be fair to leave your loved ones at home for this one, they are apart of this too.

 

March - 27- 2007

Competition - Win an evening with a Red Paintings member of your choice & receive the new single “Feed The Wolf”

As you all know TRP are an independent act. So when its time to record music for you all it becomes very hard to financially support a release. Well, especially at this stage after such a big overseas tour. So we thought we would ask the fans of the band to help us record and release our next single, “Feed the Wolf” & DVD band doco, “Seizure & Synesthesia”. We are hoping to raise around $1000+ in funds and then we promise to hit the road again in June/July for some shows and meet and greets.

What we are asking is for anyone to give us a minimum donation of $10 or more for the privilege to have your name in the CD sleeve as a special thank you for your support and you will also receive the single a week before it hits stores. You will need to provide your name and contact details and we will send you a free copy of the new disk signed by all band members, as well as that you will go into the draw to win a night out with any TRP member. That’s right were pimping ourselves out to you lovely people. An evening with a band member of your choice and some extra goodies to go with. We will be placing all names into a hat and announcing the winner ‘live to air’ on the bands myspace (time/date TBA)

All donations can be Pay pal store@theredpaintings.com, Bank Deposit or Money Order.
Please email milkbar@theredpaintings.com for deposit details, more info & terms of conditions.

We would be nowere with out our fans & friends and we are so greatful for your support and keeping us creative outside our bedrooms.

Thanks from all of us

The Red Paintings

March - 16 - 2007

We are on the look out for 10 lucky people who will get the chance to spend the day with The Red Paintings and be apart of a shoot for an upcoming TV show. The show will be profiling the band and will be shot at one of the band memebrshouse. This event will also include the band playing a few songs live for the TV show. If you would like to be a part of the fun and get to see just how crazy the band members are then email us your details and tell us why we should pick you. We are also on the look out for two painters to be a part of the show, if you would like to paint then please send us some of your work via email.

To enter, email your details to management@theredpaintings.com. Please include your name, age, mobile phone number and Myspace link (just so we can make sure you arenÂ’t a psycho).

Those selected for the show will need to be available and in Brisbane on Sunday 8 April 2007. We will contact successful applicants by April 1st at the latest with all details. *note: This is an all ages event, so kiddies can apply.

January - 07 - 2007

To kick off 2007 we are very pleased to announce The Red Paintings have received endorsements from MOOG keyboards and MESA BOOGIE amplifiers.

Painting above created by Amanda Palmer (Dresden Dolls)

In other news, the band has announced two exclusive shows for Australian fans in 2007. You can catch TRP for their first show of the year at Bar Broadway in Sydney, on Feb 1st, tickets are limited and should sell quickly, this exclusive show also allows ticket holders the chance to purchase a copy of a new strictly limited edition live bootleg recording from the their USA tour . The show features a cover of "God Save the Queen" performed with Brian Viglione from the dolls and cover artwork created live by Amanda Palmer at the show in New Jersey. You can also catch the band at Gumball festival in the Hunter Valley (NSW) on March 3, tickets on sale now. For all details go to tour page.

December - 07 - 2006

The Red Paintings return to Australia this month from playing sold out shows with the Dresden Dolls across half the planet. The band received a very warm response from punters at all shows and amazing merchandise sales. A huge thank you to all of you who supported the band at this time sending in money donations (the band had thousands of dollars of equipment and art supplies stolen on two occasions including only hours before their Chicago show), painting at shows the most beautiful artworks, lending bodies for human canvases, Dresden Dolls and crew for taking such good care of the band and the list goes on. A full run down of the tour through Trash Mcsweeney's eyes and soul will be posted on Trash's Journal in the next week. In other news the band will hit the anticipated third part of the trilogy in 2007 with many surprises in store, this tour is not to be missed more details will be announced in 2007. .

We have also added a photo tour diary page and Art Gallery covering shows and countries the band visited on the Dresden Dolls tour. There is also a lot of fantastic footage shot from fans with Trash and the Dresden Dolls performing “Mad World” at London, US and Australian shows and other TRP songs now available for viewing on www.youtube.com

The bands latest single "Pickles" has been picked up by one of the UK’s largest commercial radio station “Talksport” on 1089/1053am , the stations most popular presenter Mike Mandosa and NME Journalist Hugh Levene will be interviewing Mr Mcsweeney live on Sunday night December 10, about the recent shows In London, experiences on the Dresden Dolls tour and what’s on the horizon for the band in 2007

Trash Mcsweeney has a full page editorial in this months "Australian Guitar Magazine" available in all newsagencies. For the first time Trash's onstage and recording set up is revealed

Sadly the band will not be putting on another Tim Burton Xmas show this year but we wish you all the best and safe travels for the new year. Keep checking in for up-dates.
Thank you all for an amazing 2006 - TRP xx

The Red Paintings Touring London

August - 24 - 2006

After a Sold Out Aust & New Zealand tour with The Dresden Dolls, The Red Paintings return home to Brisbane to play an exclusive benefit show, an All Ages at Gardens point QUT Guild Bar in Brisbane on Sat 30th Sept. The band then head off on a whirlwind tour of America & just announced UK, London tour. We are very excited to announce that Jason Webley (USA), Brillig (Adelaide) & the Orphanarium will be special guests for the Brisbane show and are donating their services to help raise funds for the bands insane tour and to help recover from recent tragedies. This week before the Adelaide show some-one smashed the bands Tarago window stealing over $13,000 dollars worth of equipment, including all the paintings that were created on this tour and all paints which meant no more paintings could be created for the last two shows in Adelaide and Perth. Any one interested in donating funds to the band can do so by paypal at: store@theredpaintings.com Or email: management@theredpaintings.com. Tickets for the benefit show are on sale now at Skinnys and Rocking Horse and at the venue on the night if available.

On the last night of the Aust tour the DDÂ’s personally invited TRP to play support for their London shows, which isnÂ’t bad for a band with no Agent or Record label, doing things independently and still playing in front of thousands of people around the world each night and somehow surviving! Exciting times.

August -15 - 2006

*Please note all Australian shows have now SOLD OUT! 19/08/06

We are very excited to announce that punk cabaret duo The Dresden Dolls (USA) have personally invited The Red Paintings on their 3 week American tour in October. As well as main support on the Australian & just announced New Zealand tour dates in September. Due to over whelming demand some venues have added extra dates or upgraded to larger venues. Check tour page for show details. We are now on the look out for Painters, Human canvases and creative ideas.

PAINTERS & HUMAN CANVASES WANTED !
Due to the overwhelming response and participation from Painters and Human cases on the latest “Destroy The Robots” tour we have decided to do it all again and share the creative energy on the Up Coming ‘Dresden Dolls’ tour across Australia, New Zealand and America. We are hoping to make these the most colorfull shows to date. We will need a minimum of 4 Human Canvases and 6 Painters for each show, so if you think you have what it takes and would like to collaborate with the band then please email us your details and weather you would like to be a painter or a human canvas and for which shows and we will be in contact with you shortly. management@theredpaintings.com exciting times of paints and brushes ahead.

July - 18 - 2006

The Red Paintings have begun hitting the covers of street press and music magazines this month. Click the Rave Mag cover above to read the interview with Trash.

TRP's 'Destroy The Robots' Part 2 of the trilogy shows kick of next week buy your tickets for all shows through usual Outlets check the tour page for details these exclusive shows not to be missed. They will be like no other paintings shows you have seen before!

As well as being confirmed main support for Scottish Art Rockers (Sold Out) "Mogwai" Show this week, the paintings have also been confirmed main support for Punk Cabaret Duo "The Dresden Dolls" national tour in September. The circus hits Brisbane (Sold Out), Sydney (Sold Out), Melbourne (Sold Out), Adelaide (Sold Out) & Perth (Selling fast) . This being Trp's first tour to WA the paintings will also be playing their own side show including an ALL AGES instore that afternoon. For more details go to Tour page.

The next song that has hit radio for The Red Paintings of their "Destroy The Robots" new EP is “Ill Sell You Suicide” the new music video will be aired on Rage and other stations from July 28th.

July - 04- 2006

The Red Paintings have made the decision to part ways with their previous label and distributor Modern Music / SonyBMG due to creative differences. Their current EP “Destroy the Robots” which features the radio favourite “Pickles” will be re-released on August 5 independently through MRA distribution. All releases are still available from the bands website and upcoming shows. “We are glad to have finally resolved the issues which have interrupted our EP release and are so relieved that fans will be able to purchase the EP again.” said singer Trash McSweeney. “Our creative freedom is so important to us and at this point in our career, we decided that being independent is a better way forward for all parties involved. We have worked with MRA in the past and they understand what we need as an independent. For us it feels like coming home.” The band's previous EP “Walls” and previous catalogue will also be moving to MRA as the band set off on the second leg of their three-part Destroy The Robots live show.

June - 16 - 2006

Unfortunately all good things must come to an end!

The Red Paintings have just finished the first part of their Robot Trilogy tour, ‘The Uprising of the Robots’ tour (part 1). This tour has been the bands most successful and well received to-date, with many people coming out to see the paintings when they passed through their towns and cities. All the Robot marches were completed successfully, with the band parading through Major cities and towns unannounced! This caused quite a stir and created many new fans and enemies along the way.

The 2nd part of the Robot Trilogy tour “Destroy The Robots” show dates have been announced, for details go to the tour page. This month  the band gained  much positive publicity from all major street press, radio and magazines, including ‘Rolling Stone’  with the band coming in as #1 editors choice for this months issue, and ‘Blunt magazine’. We are very excited to announce TRP have been invited to play main support for Scottish Art Rockers “Mogwai” On July 21st in Brisbane at The Zoo.

May - 29 - 2006

The New music video for “Pickles’ will be hitting music TV shows from June 5th. Check guides for times. The video is a real treat not to be missed. A huge thank you to those of you who have been turning up for the robot marches they have been successful so far reaching a lot of people. For more info check out the robot uprising page in the photos section. We have also uploaded photos from some shows on the robot uprising tour located in the tour photos section.

In other news the band seem to have hit a chord with Triple J this month with Trash being interviewed live to air inside robots with Rosie Beaton on the Gold Coast and Gabby Brown in Brisbane and a very personal interview with Caroline Tran on the Home and Hosed show last week. This week the robot marches have hit headlines on Triple J’s National News as well as the courier mall and Sydney Morning Herald to-date. To add to that the band have had ‘Pickles’, ‘Destroy The Robots’ and ‘It Is As It Was’ from the new EP hitting Triple J’s Airways. More news to follow…

May - 22 - 2006

JOIN THE REBELLION - All CITY MARCHES ANNOUNCED!

After the first successful marchs through Brisbane city mall, Coffs Harbour and Byron Bay the robot uprising has hit the news creating quite a stir. Anticipation already begun for the next run of announcements. The Marchs have been recieving close attention from Radio Stations including Triple J and national street press.Check out photos from each uprising on the photo page.

UPCOMING MARCH DETAILS

SURFERS PARADISE MAIN MALL - 7PM / FRID 26 MAY
SYDNEY MAIN MALL (PITT ST)- 3PM / FRIDAY 2 JUNE
MELBOURNE MAIN MALL (BOURKE ST) 3PM / THUR 8 JUNE
GEELONG MAIN MALL - 3PM / FRI 9 JUNE
ADELAIDE MAIN MALL - 12 NOON / SUN 11 JUNE

May - 20 - 2006

The new ‘Destroy The Robots “ EP has debuted in the AIR charts at #3 and the ARIA charts at #86. A big thank you to Australian kids for your support.

In other news we have been informed that the first pressing of CDÂ’s for the new EP in stores from current distributor have been SOLD OUT. You may be lucky enough to find a few still circulating around some stores. If you bought your cd already then looks like you got yourself a collectorÂ’s item that may be gold in the future! New pressing will go ahead shortly with a new release date around June 1st. More info will be announced soon.

May - 16 - 2006

JOIN THE REBELLION - THE 2ND & 3RD MARCH ANNOUNCED!
ROBOTS MARCH THROUGH COFFS HARBOUR & BYRON BAY

After the first successful march through Brisbane city mall the robot uprising has hit the news and anticipation has already begun for the next run of announcements.

The Robots will be marching through the streets of major cities and also some regional towns, with their' humphrey lady' to promote or maybe even destroy the new red paintings release 'Destroy The Robots', during the bands national tour thru out May & June.

THIS WEEKS MARCHS
COFFS HARBOUR MAIN MALL - 3PM / Friday 19 May
BRYON BAY MAIN ST - 1:30PM / Saturday 20th May

Come join in the menace and bring your robot toys to celebrate.
For more details and updates on uprisings in you city check the official TRP forum.

April - 25- 2006

Robots will be marching through the streets of major cities with their humphrey lady to promote or maybe even destroy the new red paintings release “Destroy The Robots”, during the bands national tour thru out May & June. You can catch the first robot uprising in Queens St mall, Brisbane May 6th at 1pm. Come join in the menace and bring your robot toys to celebrate. For more details and updates on uprisings in you city check the official TRP forum.

March - 17 - 2006

The Red Paintings new [EP] ‘Destroy The Robots’ will be released on June 1st 2006, Pre-order your copy now. The band will heading of on a Australian tour in May and June. Check tour page for dates in your area. To celebrate the new release the band will be holding a one of Special Event - ‘The Destroy the Robots theme show’ on May 27 @ The Zoo, Brisbane. All guests are asked to bring their favorite toy or robot toys to the show. This show not to be missed it will be the only show like it on the entire tour. Tickets on Sale Now from Skinnys, Rocking Horse and www.thezoo.com.au. Tickets limited and bound to sell Quick! A huge surprise is in store for all who attend. New ‘Destroy The Robots’ tour shirt and tour poster now available from the store page.

Feburary - 29 - 2006

We are very excited to announce The Red PaintingsÂ’ have been confirmed to play this years The Great Escape Festival a 3 day music Festival which will take place in Sydney over Easter. Acts included in the lineup are Sigur Ros (Iceland), Silverchair. Black Keys. Something For Kate and many more . www.thegreatescape.net.

A mini tour has been announced for Feb/March check tour page for more details.

December - 27- 2005

Triple J have entered two of The Red Paintings songs in the vote list for their Top 100 for 2005. Walls and their cover of "Mad World". Thanks to all those who voted Walls came in at #8 in the 4ZZZ Fm top 100 for 2005

December - 18- 2005

The Red Paintings will be finishing the year with 4 SOLD OUT shows this week including the Nightmare Before Xmas Show which has completely SOLD OUT. A big thank you for all your support and congratulations to the Golden Ticket Winners. Trash Mcsweeney has some great surprises in store for you all. The band will not be playing shows for sometime now as they prepare for their next release, Destroy The Robots. This months issue of blunt magazine is a tribute to music in 2005 which includes a compilation of tracks they think will be the best bands in 2006. Added is TRP's - Streets fell in to my window, walls was also added to their October compilation. We will keep you update on news in the New Year 2006.

December - 07- 2005

To celebrate The Red Paintings Tim Burton Inspired Xmas Show Trash McSweeney has placed 5 Golden Tickets under admission tickets in record stores with some unexpected great surprises for each winner. For more details go to Trash Journal and check the forum for up-dates. Two Gold Tickets have already been found this week congratulations to Amanda Hill & Rhy Clarke. Who will find the next 3?

November - 27 - 2005

We have finally finalized a suitable venue to hold the Tim Burton Inspired Nightmare B4 Xmas show. ItÂ’s going to be like no other of The Red Paintings theme shows held before and the last time to catch the band in 2005. We will keep you posted with more details on the event and competitions as we are up-dated. Start making your Tim Burton inspired costume its going to be am amazing party to end the year with.

November - 20 - 2005

The Red Paintings have been invited to play Brisbane's 4zzz market day event on Saturday 17th Dec All Ages event. Tickets on sale now. Trash Mcsweeney will also be playing his first headlining solo show later on that same night at The Troubadour (Brisbane) with special guests.

October - 25 - 2005

The Red Paintings will be Hitting the Air-ways of Triple J with a set of songs on Robbie's Home And Hosed Show on Weds 26th Of Oct @ 9:30pm. The band will also be interviewed at 9:20pm following with a live set. The band will be on stage in Brisbane supporting Grinspoon at the same time so this will be an interesting interview not to be missed!

September - 27- 2005

The Red Paintings Mad World tour has kicked of. The Mark Ryden shows turned out to be the bands most popular and exciting shows to-date thank you to all of you who painted, help out and attended each show. We have just announced new Queensland, Brisbane shows for Nov so check the tour page for more info tickets will go on sale shortly. In other news we are very excited to announce the track “Walls” has been added to the up-coming Triple J Home and Hosed compilation and will be available in all stores from October. To coincide with the release