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The Jungle Giants Are Heading To Byron

The Beach Hotel in Byron Bay is set to host an unforgettable evening featuring The Jungle Giants, as part of the Great Southern Nights series, showcasing the band’s status as luminaries of the Australian indie-rock domain. With a monumental achievement of over half a billion streams and their latest album, Love Signs, hitting the top of the ARIA charts, their presence is a testament to their indelible impact on the music scene.

2023 marked a year of triumphant global presence for The Jungle Giants, with headlining spots at major festivals and sold-out tours across various continents. Their dynamic performances have been witnessed at renowned festivals such as Outside Lands in San Francisco,

Corona Capital in Mexico City, Bleached Festival in San Diego, and extensive tours in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, highlighting their genre-defying and ever-evolving musical style. The release of singles like “Trippin Up” and “Rakata” provides a glimpse into the innovative spirit of their forthcoming ffth studio album, showcasing the band’s commitment to musical evolution and experimentation. The fourth album by The Jungle Giants, Love Signs, represents a pivotal moment in their career, with Sam Hales spearheading the project as the sole writer, producer, and performer. Drawing inspiration from diverse musical infuences, including the likes of Timbaland and Ashanti, Hales imbued the album with a distinctive ‘90s vibe and intricate vocal falsettos, elevating it to the band’s most acclaimed work to date. The album features hits such as “Heavy

Hearted,” which has been certifed Platinum by ARIA, alongside other notable tracks like “Sending Me Ur Loving” and “In Her Eyes,” further solidifying their place in the music industry. Embracing a philosophy of optimism, creative liberation, and a playful approach to their art, The Jungle Giants are forging ahead, continuously shaping their unique musical landscape.

EVENT DETAILS:

By: The Great Southern Nights Festival

When: Friday 22nd of March at 7pm

Where: Beach Hotel, Byron Bay

Tickets: www. thejunglegiants.com

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ASTROLOGY with Joanne Madeline Moore

ARIES (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

This week it’s the Equinox on Wednesday, and the Sun shifts into Aries and then links up with Pluto. Plus, Mars (your ruling planet) moves into Pisces. So the current astrology is all about maintaining your equilibrium, celebrating your individuality, and pursuing your dreams within a climate of transformation and reflection. Draw inspiration from birthday great Reese Witherspoon: “I believe ambition is not a dirty word. It’s just believing in yourself and your abilities.”

TAURUS (Apr 20 – May 20)

The buzz word this week is confidence! Confidence to learn, to dream, to grow. With no less than six planets activating your career and aspirations zones, your motto is from birthday great, actress/ producer Reese Witherspoon: “With the right kind of coaching and determination, you can accomplish anything.” Venus (your boss planet) links up with Saturn on Thursday/Friday which means your hard work, patience and persistence will pay off … in the end.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)

Are you being too subjective and short-sighted about a current issue? It’s the Equinox on Wednesday when day and night are of equal length. So take a step back, adjust your focus, and view things from a much broader and wiser perspective. Balance is the key. Saturn hooks up with Venus in your career zone, so it’s also time to get serious about your professional ambitions. Roll up your sleeves and get to work, as you power through projects and tie up loose ends.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22)

Have you been avoiding a tricky person or a difficult situation? Crabs tend to side-step problems (or just put their heads in the sand). With Mercury and the Sun moving through dynamic Aries (in your work zone), try a more direct approach as you face challenges head on. Aim to communicate your ideas in positive and proactive ways. As birthday belle Reese Witherspoon observes: “Confidence is everything.” Travel and adventure are also on the menu.

LEO (July 23 – Aug 22)

On Wednesday, the Sun (your ruling planet) transits into fellow fire sign Aries, and then links up with powerful Pluto. From mid-week onwards you’ll be at your feisty, fabulous best – and your belligerent, bossy worst! It’s Equinox week, so try to find an outlet for your fiery energy, and a way to bring more balance and harmony into your busy world. Thursday and Friday boost personal magnetism and favour taking an ambitious project a step further.

VIRGO (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You’re impatient about making things happen according to your strict timetable but the planets caution you about taking shortcuts and relying on others. Don’t expect family, friends or colleagues to drop everything and hand you your dream. There is just no substitute for hard work and thorough preparation. It’s also Equinox week, so stop overcommitting! Smart Virgos will calm down and recalibrate to a slower, steadier and more sustainable pace.

LIBRA (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Is a close relationship stuck in a stultifying rut?

This week the Sun and Mercury encourage you to blast away the cobwebs and look at things from a fresh angle. But how well do you really know your nearest and dearest? Powerful Pluto is in your romance, children and friendship zones, plus Venus (your patron planet) links up with Saturn. So it’s time to dig deeper and gain valuable insights into the inner motivations of a lover, friend or family member.

SCORPIO (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Sensitive Scorpio – you’re a capricious creature, constantly buffeted by intense emotions and deep desires. This week we celebrate the Equinox (when day and night are of equal length) which will help to stabilise your temperamental moods and balance your brooding nature. Attached Scorpio – remember there’s a fine line between ardent affection and clingy obsession. Unhappily single? You could find yourself drawn to someone with a powerful personality.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Sagittarians can be selfish, self-indulgent souls. This week, with the Sun and Mercury spotlighting your leisure-and-pleasure zone, you’ll be preoccupied with your immediate entertainment wants and personal pampering needs. However, over the next few years, you’ll gradually shift your focus further afield as Pluto teaches you that family matters, local community connections and social responsibilities are just as important as individual priorities.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Venus and Saturn highlight long-term relationships and local community connections. And the Sun visits your domestic zone, so it’s a good week to support a family member, get stuck into a DIY project or clean and declutter your living space. But how will you decide what to keep and what to discard? Draw inspiration from designer and birthday great William Morris: “Have nothing in your house which you know not to be useful or believe to be beautiful.”

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Money matters should start to improve, as Venus moves through your finance zone (until April 5). The Sun and Pluto send a confidence boost your way (especially involving a personal project or social media) and a local community connection could prove fortuitous. So be on the lookout for a lucky opportunity when it appears. It’s time to turn an abstract dream into a rock-solid reality! If you hesitate or procrastinate, then you’ll miss the boat.

PISCES (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

On Wednesday it’s the Equinox (when day and night are of equal length), which favours meditation and contemplation, as you aim for more equilibrium and perspective. Pluto is powering through your solitude and spirituality zones, which further highlights peace-of-mind and strong self-esteem. Then mighty Mars moves into Pisces (until April 30) so strive to be more proactive about pursuing your creative and spiritual goals. No procrastination allowed, Pisces!

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