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OH OH OH OH - Out October 7th 2011
Think you know Anthony Callea? Think again.
“Break all of the rules,” Anthony declares in his new single, Oh Oh Oh Oh.
A pulsating piece of dance pop, it’s the sound of an artist who’s embracing
his independence and loving life.
Anthony wrote Oh Oh Oh Oh with DJ Poet, who is best known for his work
with The Black Eyed Peas. “I went to Poet’s studio in LA,” Anthony explains. “He is seriously loopy, and
I say that in a good way. For him, it’s all about the music. I loved working
with him – I could just feed off his energy.”
A creative spark was ignited between Anthony and DJ Poet. “‘Oh, Oh, Oh, Oh’ popped out in the chorus,” Anthony says. “I said to Poet, ‘Can we really use that as a lyric and the title?’ And he said, ‘Why not?’” It sums up Anthony’s approach to making music – there are no boundaries.
With Oh Oh Oh Oh, Anthony fuses a ’70s disco vibe with modern pop and R&B, while exploring a new vocal sound. Everyone knows he can nail the ‘big note’. With Oh Oh Oh Oh, Anthony treats his vocals as just another instrument. “I wanted a track where every element complemented each other, where the vocals are interwoven with the music.” Part electro, part retro, it’s fun and a little bit cheeky, with a killer hook that’ll stay in your head for days. An energy lifting celebration, think thumping summer dance floors and irresistible beats that get your heart racing. A lively mix of electronic drum beats, synth sounds, and a disco build of electrifying strings, Oh Oh Oh Oh delivers heavy bass and horns into a chorus that gets you on your feet. “I’m in the moment,” Anthony sings.
Oh Oh Oh Oh showcases Anthony’s evolution as a musician. Like most artists, Anthony’s first experiences with music have influenced his style, such as his love of euro-dance pop in his teenage years. Now in his 20s, progressive inspirations have developed from interactions within the Australian and international music scene. Anthony’s own personal growth has also fuelled a depth and realism that shine through his lyrics.
Anthony has spent the past couple of years travelling and writing songs. “It’s been really refreshing working with people overseas who had no idea who I was or where I’d come from. Of course, it can also be a little scary, because you’re vulnerable when you’re exposing yourself in a writing situation. But if you’re as honest as possible, it can work.” Since he was introduced to Australian television audiences, Anthony has headlined his own national tours, while also being handpicked to tour with Whitney Houston, Diana Ross and Celine Dion. In addition to winning an ARIA Award for his rendition of The Prayer, which became the fastest and highest selling Australian single of all time, he has maintained his position as one of Australia’s most established entertainers. In recent years he has starred in theatre productions Wicked, Rent and Dead Man Walking, as well as appearing in the Seven Network’s It Takes Two and Foxtel’s Ultimate School Musical: Fame. “It’s been really valuable exploring other sides of the industry,” Anthony says. “But I never stopped writing.” Oh Oh Oh Oh is the first taste of what’s to come from Anthony Callea.
Just leave your preconceptions at the door.
Anthony is now on Facebook! Be sure to 'LIKE' him at www.facebook.com/anthonycalleaofficial
Youtube Channel
BRAND NEW Official Youtube channel just launched..... www.youtube.com/anthonycalleamusic
Check it out and subscribe!
Rally for Relief - Sunday Jan 16th 2011
As we all know the floods across Australia have been devastating and everyone is trying to do what they can to help out. Rally for Relief will be held at Melbourne Park featuring many of the tennis players about to play in the Australian Open.
Anthony will be performing outside at Garden Square at 1pm. If you would like to join in on the day and help those affected in the floods please click here to buy tickets.
And the Logie goes to........
Anthony is now back from LA and happy to be back home!
Earlier this year, Anthony starred in FOX 8's 'The Ultimate School Musical' which is now up for a nomination for the 2011 Logie Awards in the 'Most Popular Reality Program'.
So if you enjoyed the show, don't forget to cast your vote!
Just go to the TV WEEK website and follow the links to VOTE VOTE VOTE!
Los Angeles
Anthony is currently in LA on a writing trip...... be sure to follow his adventures while he is away on Twitter!
Back to the recording studio...
Anthony is currently working on new material. He is very excited to be back in the studio writing and recording. He says, "the new material I am working on really excites me and look forward to sharing it with you all. When the time comes, you'll all be the first to know."
Ultimate School Musical
The first season of Ultimate School Musical on FOX8 has now wrapped.
If you missed out on what went down at Essendon Keilor College or you want to see more check out the USM website!