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... the jazz project from singer/songwriter/instrumentalist Tyrone Noonan of No.1 charting, ARIA-award-winning Australian band george...

The album will soon be available again online!

Palimpsest

New York journalist Brad Balfour talks to Tyrone Noonan about his debut solo album I Believe.
In meeting Tyrone Noonan on his return from a recent stay in Australia, where he completed tracks for his solo debut album I Believe, his exuberance comes across as both genuine and infectious. He offers a "G'day" handshake and plops into the chair revved up to talk about the arts. And no wonder. 

When singer/songwriter Noonan decided to move from his native Australia, first to England, then New York, it wasn't a matter of abandoning roots but acknowledging reality. He could live a nice life traveling this island continent, one with a unique history and environs both culturally and ecologically, but the creative challenges had diminished. 

The shaggy-maned multi-instrumentalist and talented composer was creating songs that reflected the global influences filtering through Australia, so he felt he had to bring his music to the world - and to go to the sources of these influences directly. 

Though he grew up all over Australia, Noonan spent the greater part of his youth in the east coast city of Brisbane in the state of Queensland. As a teenager he witnessed the last throes of a 32-year semi-fascist regime under the "Sir Joh" government, which later informed his decision to work as an investigative journalist before pursuing music full-time. Coincidentally, the corruption and injustice that Julian Assange (like or loathe him) witnessed under the same regime inspired the creation of WikiLeaks. 

Noonan trained and worked in writing, theater, and music. He got to know his country, reflected in the stories and lives he detailed in his songs. A highlight was the deep social critique Bastard Son, which touched a nerve with many young men and literally helped to save lives. 

Along the way he played in numerous bands, finally settling on the quintet that became known as george. Including sister Katie on keys and vocals, it was his family away from home for 10 years. This art rock band nurtured his creativity, and the dividends were paid back in the great songs he wrote for its double-platinum debut album, Polyserena. 

george had a reputation and fan base built on successful independent recordings, extensive touring and indie radio support(particularly from national youth radio network Triple J), but had received little commercial radio play prior to release. 

Against the odds, the album debuted nationally at No 1 and remained in the Top 10 for 15 weeks, reaching double platinum and spawning the hits Breathe in Now and Breaking It Slowly. Suffice to say, commercial radio soon came on board. 

george ultimately released eight EPs, two albums and an award-winning DVD, while conducting multiple tours throughout Australia, Ireland, the UK and Japan. 

The band won an ARIA (Australian Grammy) and performed live to 1.8 billion people for the Fifth Rugby World Cup opening ceremony. The band commanded huge audiences and media coverage but decided to go out on a high note with an 
indefinite hiatus. 

Noonan then released a top 10 AIR (Australian indie chart) jazz album, the self-titled debut Palimpsest, followed by the critically-acclaimed rock mini-album Heavy Soul Part One and subsequent successful national tours. His international aspirations soon led to a three month writing/recording stint across the US, followed by an extended period in London, before settling in his current home base of New York. 

Having completed his first full solo album I Believe, Noonan is ready to bring his unique musical perspective to both the United States and the world. This uplifting and thoughtful album encapsulates the sounds of Australia, the US and the UK, easily combining pop, rock, soul and reggae, whilst delving into topics both personal and geopolitical.

I Believe Album

Tyrone Noonan Interviews/Spoken Word

Tyrone Noonan has confirmed his long-awaited return to Australia with the announcement of his solo record reimagining, I’m a Believer, to be released on Fri 7 February 2014 (MGM). 

The new mini-album’s lead single, Forever Girl, is a potent mix of indie electro and post-modern pop. To support the release, the former george front man will headline a select number of national shows featuring a catalogue of singles ranging from george to his latest release, and backed by some of Australia’s finest musicians.

Based in New York and London for five years, the heavily-maned ARIA award-winner is excited to be re-engaging with a blossoming Australian music scene.

“The music industry is changing and Australian music is taking charge globally,” he said. “When I first headed o-s it was still considered essential to “be there” to have an international career but now, fortunately, you really can do it from home. And there is a great quality to the current crop of acts coming out of this country, and New Zealand too of course.

“I can’t tell you how proud I was to hear and watch Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used to Know” literally take over New York and the US. It was truly something to behold – the song was pumping out of every second car and shop window. And it couldn’t have happened to a nicer bloke! I’m also very excited to be getting back out on the road with my new band and playing to Aussie audiences again.”

I’m A Believer is a reinvention of his first solo album I Believe, released with crowd-funding support in New York in 2011 (available thru MGM). For Noonan, it offered a chance to f*** with his album tracks, use his DJ skills and shift them into a new arena, while also collaborating with top producers from around the world.

What he has delivered is a bevy of unrestrained fresh hooks and throwback melodies that tastefully blur the lines between genres, taking in bluesy hip hop, house, drum‘n’bass and art rock.

I'm A Believer Mini-Album

Forever Girl (Nick Page Remix)

Tight Black Dress (Tiger Tales Remix)

We'll Be Gone (Tiger Tales Remix)

All That You Need (Aquario Music Remix)

I Believe (Tiger Tales Remix)

This is a spoken word version of a story I wrote about my dearly departed friend and collaborator Grant McLennan, best known for his work with seminal band The Go-Betweens. The story is part of the awesome music tome "Rock Country", painstakingly edited by Chris Ryan, and available through Hardie Grant Books. The recording was featured in a series of spoken word excerpts from the book created for Melbourne, Australia radio station RRR.  

Tyrone Noonan "Weightless & Wild - Grant McLennan In the Record Racks" (excerpt from "Rock Country")

America

How Insensitive

Junk

Exit Music ( For A Film)

An interview with Dennis Walter on 3AW about the upcoming "Free Wind" national tour with Kristy Coote starting Feb 12 2016 in Sydney. Details at tyronenoonan.com

3AW – Dennis Walter Interview - Tyrone Noonan

Already in 2009 Tyrone Noonan has wowed audiences in England, Ireland and Australia ....... now it’s New York’s turn. 

Tyrone Noonan co-fronted multi platinum-selling, No 1-charting Australian band george and is now ready to step up globally with his debut solo album I Believe. 

The story begins with george building a huge following from 1996 until 2005. The band’s first album Polyserena entered the Australian charts at No 1, going platinum within three weeks and remaining in the Top 10 for 15 weeks (double platinum), after releasing several successful indie EPs. 

george went forward releasing Unity in 2004, entering at No 5 (gold) on the Australian charts 
before going into hiatus, so members could pursue individual projects. 

For Tyrone, the first of these was Palimpsest, his debut jazz CD featuring a national tour, 
rave reviews and licensing for top UK Nu Jazz compilations, followed by Heavy Soul Part 1, 
released late 2006. The radio-friendly yet deeply personal mini-album featured the iTunes Single 
of the Week You Know.  

He toured extensively on the back of the release's success, including Peat’s Ridge and Woodford 
festivals. Audience reaction resulted in Tyrone  being invited to perform and sing the national 
anthem at Australia’s National Soccer Grand Final in Melbourne.

Australian music publication Beat Magazine said: “Heavy Soul Pt 1 is a solid offering for Noonan fans and a good enticer for those ready to discover him away from the safety net of george.” 

Jumping forward to 2010 and Tyrone is ready to follow up with the St Paul Peterson (Prince, Stevie Wonder, Steve Miller) co-produced I Believe. Mixed by Grammy-winning Steve Hodge, the album has been gaining praise from those who have heard the promos. 

Of the single contender Tight Black Dress, Emmis Communications’ VP of Programming Jimmy Steal said: “I really like it. Sticky hooks.” 

2010 includes a focus on developing the US market and returning to the UK  to follow up sellout 08-09 shows in London and build a presence on Europe’s festival circuit. 

I Believe encapsulates flawless US, UK and Australian influences. Think Lenny Kravtiz meets Coldplay.  It is an international record with limitless capabilities, fusing an evocative mix of pop, rock, soul, funk and reggae. 

Tyrone has performed to 1.8 billion (Rugby World Cup), conducted sell-out tours of Australia, UK, Ireland  and Japan, and supported world-class artists as diverse as Macy Gray, Jewel and Tori Amos. 


The Right Way

Make It Somehow

Tight Black Dress

Because Of You

Magic Carpet Weaver

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Lullaby Of Birdland

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Ashes To Ashes

I'll Bet You Thought I'd Never Find You

Beauty Of All Things

Agua De Beber

Black Is The Colour Of My True Loves Hair

Mixtape from legendary Sides DC Club, Dublin Ireland either from 1992 or 1993. I previously stated it was DJ Liam Dollard, however I can now confirm it is not.

Sides DC Mixtape Side 1

Another example of the classic heavy rock sound

Heavy Rock Take 2

An example of the classic heavy rock sound

Heavy Rock Take 1

Twinkle Twinkle

Black Dog is a positive, upbeat yet honest song about depression. It’s told from the perspective of someone who’s been through the journey, offering hope to someone who’s struggling. Mental health is a huge issue in the music industry and society in general and while the song was written before COVID-19, its release seems quite timely. And it’s my humble wish that this song may provide some relief and hope to people who are suffering right now.

Utopia?

Black Dog

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Selections from Tyrone Noonan's soundtrack composition library. 
Many tracks presented here are available for synchronisation/licencing purposes. Contact info@tyronenoonan.com for further info.
Frontal Lobe Music (aka Frontal Lobe Productions) has been creating world-class music and sound design for high quality, award-winning professional film, theatre and 
animation for 15 years in Australia, the UK and the US.Currently based in Brisbane, Australia. Music styles include: orchestral/classical/choral, electro-acoustic, ambient/electronica, world/fusion, jazz, dub/reggae, hip hop/drum'n'bass, rock/metal, folk and blues. 
Much of this music is available for licencing/sync opportunities. And reasonable rates apply for existing work alterations or new compositions/sound design.
Apart from available in-house musicians, Frontal Lobe Music also has access to some of Australia and New York's best musicians in a wide variety of genres, with most available to record at short notice!

Going Home Blues

Going Home March

Work-in-progress debut single from DPM: Discordian People's Movement.
A re-working of the classic song by Max Q.

Way Of The World

Six track indie EP released in 2006, available on iTunes worldwide

Back (Where I Started From)

BIOGRAPHY
ARIA award‐winning Tyrone Noonan began a multi‐ faceted solo career following 10 years with george, a Brisbane band fronted by brother and sister, Tyrone and Katie Noonan. In george, Tyrone provided lead and backing vocals, guitar, keyboards, production and song writing. The band's debut album, Polyserena, entered the Australian national charts at No 1, sold double platinum and won the band an ARIA for Best New Artist. george released eight EPs, two albums and an award‐ winning DVD during its career. In 2016/17 the band celebrated its 20‐year anniversary, performed sell‐out shows around the country and released a new album compilation of their indie EPs, The Early Years. 
In 2005, george entered an indefinite hiatus and Tyrone formed a new solo band, releasing his debut pop/rock/soul mini‐album Heavy Soul Part 1 in 2006 with a successful national tour and solid national radio play; relocating to London in 2008 and representing Australia at various festivals including Toast and TNT Month of Music; relocating to New York in 2009 (until 2012) and representing Australia at various Australia Day festivals and Anzac Day ceremonies; releasing his first solo album, I Believe, in 2011 on the back of a successful crowd‐funded Pledge Music campaign; and releasing his remix EP I’m A Believer in 2014 with a successful east coast band tour and solid national radio play. 
ABOUT THE ALBUM 
His long‐awaited follow‐up album, Utopia?, will be released later in 2020. The album traverses genres and influences, with pop gems sitting comfortably alongside beautiful ballads, and all carrying a powerful message as Ty expertly weaves between personal and socio‐political themes. 
Tyrone says of the inspiration behind the record: “I'm aiming to create a journey through the myriad of human emotions, both on a personal and a global level, that we are all facing right now". 
But that doesn't mean it's a gloomy record: “This is a record for those yearning for a better path; something I think so many people on this planet agree with. Things are evolving so quickly, but amongst the 24 hour news cycle, there's not enough balance between the negative and positive. This album tries to bridge that balance.” 
The record features co‐writes with the likes of the late Grant (G.W.) McLennan (of The Go‐Betweens, and including his last vocal recording), Dan Rosen (ARIA CEO) and his main co-writers, Award-winning Donna Dyson and rising NT star Colin Lillie.

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