February - 2 - 2009
New Music Video "Whales Are Dying" Released Today! Watch it now.
Help us to support the valuable work that animal rights conservations do by attaching this video to your Myspace, Facebook or any website page that will be viewed by the public.
The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society is one non-profit animal rights organisation that is actively involved in the protection of sea wildlife. They are currently out at sea intervening with the Japanese whaling ships with the hope of saving whales and stopping the illegal trade altogether. Their previous campaigns have cost the whaling trade millions of dollars, and their recent campaign has successfully prevented the death of any whales.
Orchestral art-rock band, The Red Paintings, collaborated with the Sea Shepherd to record this song the night before their ship, the 'Steve Irwin', left Australia for their latest campaign in Antarctic waters. Lyrics were written by lead singer, Trash McSweeney in conjunction with the Sea Shepherd's founder, Captain Paul Watson.
For more information about how to donate to the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society or to read updates written by the Captain and his crew out at sea, go to seashepherd.org or myspace.com/captainpaulwatson
Thanks for protecting the animals of the planet & a massive congrates to all on the Steve Irwiin. you guys are doing amazing things. What a change is to come.
To view Video go to:
www.youtube.com/theredpaintings
For FREE music download:
Bandcamp
Trash McSweeney
October - 19 - 2008
AN UPDATE FROM THE EDGE OF THE OCEAN...
Hello Cyber-land,
Per usual, we have been really busy lately. There's the album (which we've recently shot some new music videos for), brand new TRP merchandise, and some shows we're lining up but before ANY of that stuff, something VERY important: Thank yous...
Thank you to everyone who helped us create our videos, and thank you to all who worked behind the scenes and to all of our fans who answered call for extras. As a result, we have some pretty incredible videos to show you guys in 2009! We also want all of you who came to our shows at Sounds Of Spring and Green Festival to know we appreciated it beyond what words can express. The shows were a great success BECAUSE OF YOU -- not to mention we had a great time playing them because of you, as well. Seriously, you fans, human canvases, painters, Maaike...you're all amazing. The conditions were not ideal for SOS Fest considering the main stage was washed out for over an hour, but you guys stood out there in the cold and rain with us and made it a show we will never forget! Neither will our guitar, cello, violin as they were smashed to bits. ; )
Now that we've gotten that out of the way, a few announcements and some calendar-marking news...
Check Us Out On peta2 - A Q&A With Trash McSweeney About TRP/Our Animal Friends
As you guys may know, animal rights is a subject close to our hearts and we have been fortunate enough to work with some of the most important people in the movement. Trash had the chance to answer a few questions for the folks at peta2 -- about the band, about his thoughts on animal rights, about all sorts of things -- and it's featured on their offical website and blogs! Please check it out HERE on the peta2 website, or here on their MySpace!
The Red Paintings Bring You A Halloween Show Like NO ONE ELSE!
Mark your calendars for this one folks! We are putting on TWO Halloween shows at The Valley Studios. We encourage you all to come in costume and bring your friends!
We also looking for painters and canvases for these shows so if you are interested, please contact us through our MySpace, or email management@theredpaintings.com
The shows will take place on October 31st and November 1st -- the October 31st (Friday) show will be from 8 PM with 2 support acts. The (Saturday) November 1st 4pm show will be an all ages event, so worry not if you get shut out of the Friday show due to age restrictions!
Tickets can be purchased at Oztix, Rocking Horse, Mosh Pit Music, Sunflower, Butterbeats City + Valley, and Music Mania but get them ASAP as they're going quickly!
The Sea Shepherd Benefit Show - OUR GRANDEST SHOW OF THE YEAR!
This is going to be one of our biggest and most important shows to date -- maybe even one of the last of the year -- and we certainly hope that you can be there with us. On November 21st we will be playing a very special show for The Sea Shepherd. Because we want to make sure as many of you can join us as possible, our friends at individuum are going to help us by making this event COMPLETELY FREE! Come support the freedom of the whales and you'll get a night not to be forgotten featuring a performance from us, and a speech by Captain Paul Watson...again, all for FREE! This will be a charity show, and we will be donating all proceeds to The Sea Shepherd Conservation to help them with their fight against the evils of the ocean. We really want to see to it that their forthcoming mission is a success, and also soften the blows from moorage fees they have been unjustly forced to pay. We will have art auctions, painters, and canvases at the show. There is also a spot for ONE special opening band to play with us this night -- if you think this should be you, then email management@theredpaintings.com ASAP
While we're on the topic of The Sea Shepherd Conversation Society, there is something we'd like you to read. They are less than six weeks away from leaving for the ocean, and critically need our help -- being that it will literally take you under two minutes to read this document -- less than the time it'd take to make a cup of coffee or smoke a cigarette -- hopefully you'll give it a shot. Please click HERE to see how to get involved. Heck, even forwarding this onto those living closer to the Brisbane area would be amazing.
The Revolution Is...Never Coming?
Sometime is feels that way to us too, but we are happy to announce that the album is in it's final stages! Stay tuned for more news shortly...maybe even a sound-clip in the coming months!
When we finish, we will be needing as much help as possible to promote it (as well as all of our touring and such), so please consider joining our street team -- the world is a big, big place but the internet brings it all together -- help us spread the word.
Thanks guys! We hope to see you around at the shows!
xx
The Red Paintings
September - 05 - 2008
NEW TRP MUSIC VIDEO - EXTRAS NEEDED SEPTEMBER 13TH & 14TH!
Ladies and gentleman, friends, acquaintances, fans, and casual listeners/spectators...we, The Red Paintings, need your help! Every time we ask for help, you blow our hearts and our minds and we are sure this time will be no different, but we're a little bit nervous...time is short, so we REALLY need you to step up and...
HELP US WITH OUR BRAND NEW MUSIC VIDEO!
That's right, we need extras, LOTS of you, for our brand new music video from the forthcoming debut LP, The Revolution Is Never Coming.
The band will be shooting the music video on Saturday September 13th in Brisbane, Australia. We need about 100 people + to fill the stage with us. This is going to be a Morning/Arvo shoot, and it's shaping up to be one of the most unique and organic videos we have ever created...something you don't want to miss that we want all of your lovely faces to be in.
All extras need to arrive by 10am for the full rundown on shots and what exactly we're going to need for you to do -- then shooting will run for approximately 2-6 hours...it could go very fast, but we like to account for possible reshoots, mistakes, and of course random unexpected craziness...ugly little things tend to rear their head when you least expect it, so best to play it safe and book a longer time frame just in case.
Location of Shoot
Griffith Film School Studios
Corner of Vulture St & Dock St.
South Bank, 2ND Floor.
Take first left once in dock. There will be a young lady who will meet all those involved at front entrance across from the Maritime Museum .
CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS...
We would appreciate if you could/would confirm your involvement in the video ASAP so that we have an idea on how many people to expect...we REALLY need to fill this stage up so please forgive us for reposting this until we get our allotment. Also, please let us know if you can bring any friends and perhaps repost this for us on your pages?...we'd love to have your help gatheting 'em. To confirm your involvement or for any additional information, please e-mail jdsmarshall@gmail.com and CC management with the subject 'The Red Paintings September Video Extra' (or call 0416119661).
Requirements and details are as follows:
There will be two scenes that need to be shot on the day.
Scene One
* 100 extras
* Dress Code -- If possible, please dress entirely in white, preferably with no logos or images (it's okay if you can't but those who are fully white, we can feature in close-ups)
Scene Two
* 25 Bodies to paint white like a human canvas. We will supply white wigs and crazy hat piece.
* 5 Bodies to be painted black.
- We will need to drop the black bodies from ceiling height of around 6-8 feet.
All you'll need to do is wear white underwear if you plan to be a white canvas, and black if...you got it, if you want to be a black canvas. There are showers you can use also, so please feel free to bring a towel to clean up and dry off.
Don't worry about the paint -- it's special and comes right off/won't damage your skin...it's a little cold, but quite fun. We promise. Many of you crazy kids have done it before so feel free to ask your fellow fans what it's like.
There is no payment involved, BUT we will supply food and drink. Plus of course you get the satisfaction and experience of something quite unique...a part of Red Paintings history.
Again, feel free to bring as many people as you like, but please try and drop us a line that you can do it. If you bring more than expected, awesome, just let them know dress code.
We are also on the lookout for 20 extras (only 20) on the Sunday (the day after/14th) to form an Orchestral scene. Let us know if you may be interested in shooting on both days.
See you soon!!
July - 08 - 2008
TRP RETURN TO AUSTRALIA TO PLAY 2 FREE SHOWS FOR INDIVIDUUM!
On July 24th and August 7th, individuum will bring The Red Paintings back to Oz for two very special, very raucous shows...the best part, they're 110% FREE! Mark your calendars folks, 'cause all you have to do is sign up for tickets at www.individulaunch.com.au and show the hell up for an evening which is NOT to be missed. These are TRP's first shows back home since completing work on The Revolution Is Never Coming and in addition to some crazy surprises they'll be serving up for you, they may well dig up some old favorites, too!
Lots in store, and just under three weeks away for the first of the two so GET ON IT!
June - 22 - 2008
WAR OF THE RED WORLDS
Finally, some news on your favorite orchestral art rock band! The Red Paintings have been extremely active overseas this year for those of you who didn't know. Having just completed a 20 date US tour, the band flew direct to Winnipeg Canada to mix and complete the debut album The Revolution Is Never Coming with a highly sought after American producer. Financed by the bands extremely generous fanbase, the album has taken songwriter Trash Mcsweeney from studios in Brisbane, to Los Angeles, and now Canada! "Expect a war of the worlds sometime in the new year," says Trash McSweeney. The band are currently scheduled to return to Australia towards the end of July for very special FREE showcase concerts...we hope to present at least one show in each state -- all will have extremely limited tickets, so be sure to stay tuned to the TRP MySpace for regular updates, news, and maybe even some release dates (finally)!
April - 30 - 2008
THE RED PAINTINGS HAVE LANDED - SAY HELLO ON THE NEW FACEBOOK!
It's been just under a week since the first show back in the USA, and things are going incredibly well. All of the shows, of course including MUSEXPO, have been played to rooms full of wonderful people, all helpful, encouraging, and above all else, excited to have TRP back on US soil.
As there are still over two weeks of the tour left, we have a little favor to those of you planning to come out to any of the shows. If you have a facebook account, please add our new Musician's profile, and RSVP for the shows you are (or may be) attending. This will not only give us an idea of who is coming out to them, but also notify your friends (via the facebook feed) that you're going to see the band live! Just click HERE, and away we go...
April - 27 - 2008
THE RED PAINTINGS PICK UP NEW ENDORSEES - KURZWEIL, ORANGE AMPS, AND MORE...
We are very excited to announce TRP are now part of the Kurzweil Keyboard family -- the band will now be endorsed worldwide by Kurzweil Keyboards! As some of you may have noticed, Trash has been using the incredible new PC3x on the current Sea tour. This adds to the list of companies who have forged outstanding relationships with us, supplying the band with gear throughout tours across the globe. We feel very lucky to be on board with all of them, as they have been supplying us with quality equipment that has added so much more to each and every show and allowed us to put our finances back into the band to keep shows as creative as possible.
SPONSORS/ENDORSEES - Generous Supporters of the Cause:
Yamaha Drums | Godin Guitars | Orange Amps | Moog Synths | Epoch Cello/Violins | Mesa Boogie (bass amps) | Liquitex (acrylic paints) | Eckersley's Art Supplies | Music Workshop (Geelong) | CBD Art Gallery | World Wide Printing | NS Design (cello) | Kurzweil Keyboards
April - 14 - 2008
THE RED PAINTINGS RETURN TO THE UNITED STATES THIS MONTH!
We are very excited to announce The Red Paintings return to the USA this April/May. As well as playing Musexpo in Hollywood , the band will be playing a 3 week tour throughout the West Coast. These shows are not to be missed! Tickets are on sale now through usual outlets, many of these shows will also be All Ages. Support for most shows will be Linda Strawberry featuring Audrey Kitching. Check tour page for show details.
PAINTERS & HUMAN CANVASES WANTED IN USA!
Due to the overwhelming response and participation from painters and human canvases on the last USA tour we have decided to do it all again and share the creative energy on the upcoming “We belong In The Sea" USA tour. We are hoping to make these the most colourful shows to date.
If you think you have what it takes and would like to collaborate with the band please contact us ASAP by e-mailing streetteam@theredpaintings.com with the subject "The Red Paintings PAINTER" or "The Red Paintings CANVAS".
If you are interested in painting for these shows, please include samples of your work. We will be selecting four painters, and two canvases for each show and would like to get everything locked in and explained to you as far in advance as possible. If you are helping with promo for the shows in exchange for tickets, drop an e-mail or say hi on the MySpace, HERE.
For a complete list of shows including more detailed info on the tour, click HERE!
Exciting times of paints and brushes ahead!
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!
Six months ago, The Red Paintings embarked on a gamble and an idea hoping to answer a question: Could a band (without record label or management), raise funding to professionally record a full length LP, solely relying on the help of its one of a kind fan-base? As of this past weekend, the band had been blessed to find out; the answer is a resounding YES, they have done it! Many people believed it was impossible, but The Red Paintings have hit their target and raised $40, 0000 towards their debut album via fan donations.
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!
CLICK HERE FOR PREVIOUS NEWS (PRE-SEPTEMBER 2007)!
