See for yourselves! (Get your party groove on first!!!)

Paulini up close

RPM have sent in some pics of Paulini performing All I want for Christmas at the Brisbane Christmas Carols on December 5th 2009.

You can watch a vid of her blasting the audience with this rocky little Christmas fave at the youtube link below (not great quality but at least it’s something – thanks to moszaque for finding it!)
Also, apparently the entire night will be televised by Channel 9 on Friday 18th December at 7.30 pm. I don’t know if that’s in all states and regions so check your local guide!

There are also rumours that she will be singing on the Christmas Eve Carols live from Melbourne. NOT confirmed as yet!

PS Is that a stud in her lip?!

All she wants...

...for Christmas...

...is yoooouuuu!!!!

Burning up the stage at Fluffys

Just when you thought she’d dropped off the planet completely – she pops back up again!!  Open this article to see videos of Paulini singing live at Fluffy’s 8th Birthday bash!

First up is One Night Only!

But wait there’s more!

Part 2 is Paulini singing Searching!!

And it doesn’t end there!!

Here’s Don’t Leave Me This Way!

Watch out for the “gasp” bit where Paulini almost nose dives off the stage for the sake of a fan!!! LOL She’s so dedicated!

PS HUGE thanks to “fluffyfamily” for posting the youtube vids!

• Sunday 12th July 2009
• Cover Charge General: $15/$10 Before 10pm
• Fluffy Members: FREE All Night
• Hospo Staff: $10 All Night

Paulini earned her place as one of Australia’s most popular female singers, after reaching the finals of Australian Idol back in 2003. From Idol Paulini went onto to release singles both as a solo artist and as a member of the pop outfit Young Divas.

Fluffy Birthday Poster

Australia’s own First Lady of Soul and R&B, Paulini’s has an instinctive ability to explore the natural range of a song can be traced to her early years living with her family in Fiji. Born into a large, Christian family of six, Paulini was raised in an environment where singing seemed like the most natural thing in the world. “Everyone sat around and sang,” recalls Paulini. “And any chance I had to sing, I was there.”

Like many teenagers growing up in the 90s, Paulini was a huge fan of pop divas like Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston, and their influence still informs her vocals. “When I was 12, 13, I absolutely loved them – and I still do… even if that duet was a bit over the top!” But it is Aretha Franklin and Beyonce Knowles who have had the greatest impact on Paulini’s vocal approach. “I just love the way they’re on the edge and they’re not safe with the way they sing their songs. You know, whatever comes out, comes out. It doesn’t necessarily make sense with the music, but it works. They nail everything with feel.”

Paulini infuses her songs with a raw, gospel-tinged edge, to bolsters emotional integrity. “The great thing about singing and music,” says Paulini, “is that you express what you’re feeling from inside and maybe that’s why some of the songs or my vocals seem a bit dark.”

After a short hiatus from the stage, Paulini returns to play Fluffy. Be there when Paulini drives the diva at Family 8th Birthday, Fluffy Sunday 12.

Family

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[Thanks to moz for the headsup!]

WYD Picture

Paulini got plenty of news coverage over her involvement with the Australian Youth Olympics Festival earlier this month. The official website described her performance of the classic One Moment In Time as “thrilling” and you can see an 0h-so-brief snippet of it in their wrap-up of the days events. (sorry it really is only a split second of her starting at around about .56)

From RPM this brief update:

We have no new gigs to announce as yet but Paulini is still writing busily! She has just finished a track with Michael Szumowski and is doing some more work with Thahn Bui at Yin Yang Productions. Then she has much more writing to come.

We’d really like to get a single out in second quarter of year and album mid to 3rd quarter.

I’ll keep you posted!

Oh and as for the Usher rumour that keeps surfacing: RPM have stated in no uncertain terms that this is not true (although we all wish it was!).

So whoever the lovely fan is that keeps posting on Wikipedia that she is working on a track with Usher, please stop doing it! Much as I love seeing it written there, sadly it just isn’t true.

Like I’ve always said – DON’T always trust what you read on Wikipedia!!!

Heads up from RPM (filling in an earlier scoop by one of our members) for a Paulini extravaganza early next year. Paulini will be performing alongside  respected Australian artists Christine Anu, Grace Knight & Monica Trapaga in the 2009 Ladies Of Jazz tour in NSW.

Tour Dates: February/March 2009

• Friday, 27^th February Revesby Workers Club
• Saturday, 28^th February Wyong Leagues Club
• Friday, 6^th March Dee Why RSL
• Saturday, 7^th March North Sydney Leagues Club

Tickets available through the venues.

Official Press Release:

Four of Australia’s most celebrated female artists Christine Anu, Grace Knight, Paulini and Monica Trapaga, come together for the love of Jazz & Blues music and to pay homage to legendary Greats in a two hour show. Ladies Of Jazz evokes an atmosphere of glamour and intrigue with an out pouring of soul and class in every note.

The Ladies Of Jazz show has two facets.

The first, Ladies Of Jazz will provide an explosive celebration of music from the 30’s, 40’ through to now. Songs made famous by iconic singers like Julie London, Etta James, Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald – artists that continue to influence artists of this generation.

The second, four celebrated and beautiful artists with incredible voices which have paved their own way on the Australian music scene through years of hard work and dedication.

Christine Anu is not just a famous singer. She’s not just a famous singer who happens to act. For the uninitiated, Christine is arguably Australia’s most successful indigenous performer and one of Australia’s most popular recording artiste, backed by an award-winning repertoire spanning across music, theatre, dance, film, television and children’s entertainment.

Her illustrious career over two decades boasts of platinum albums, sell-out musicals, Hollywood blockbusters, and high-profiled collaborations with showbiz and musical luminaries such as Baz Luhrmann (Moulin Rouge), Paul Kelly and David Atkins.

Four solo albums later, Christine pulls out all the stops with the formation of Stylin Up Entertainment, a collective focused on developing and producing new media brands that are proudly Australian. This spawned a new genre of children’s entertainment branded as Chrissy’s Island Family, adding another ARIA nomination to her Best Female Artist & Best Indigenous Artist wins for her debut album.

Grace Knight electrified audiences across the globe with her soulful voice and ‘manic ballerina’ performances as lead singer of the multi award winning, chart topping pop band Eurogliders.

Performing live to 65 million viewers on MTV’s New Years Eve show launched the band in the US, UK and Japan. Winning MTV awards in USA and UK for Heaven Must Be There

After scoring the acting role of ‘Lola’ the jazzy nightclub singer in the ABC TV mini-series Come In Spinner, Grace recorded her first Jazz album with Vince Jones. Come In Spinner charted for over a year and was hotly followed by Stormy Weather which made Grace the only artist in Australian musical history to have two albums in the top 5 in the same week.

Graces longevity in the industry is testament to her success with ARIA nominations and awards in the 80’s, 90’s, through to current day.

Grace has performed for the likes of Diana – The Princess of Wales, Bill and Hilary Clinton, The King of Thailand, and the current and former Prime Ministers of Australia.

Paulini, Monica, Christine, Grace.

Paulini is one of Australia’s most promising performers and vocalists of current times.

Paulini has won two ARIA #1 Chart Awards, been nominated for an ARIA Award for Highest Selling Single for Angel Eyes and won two Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards through her work with Young Divas.

Paulini has also become a household name via her television work, appearing in It Takes Two and Celebrity Overhaul.  She has toured Australia with Young Divas and as a support act on national tours with the likes of Guy Sebastian, Tina Arena and Human Nature.  Along with Guy Sebastian and Damien Leith, Paulini recently showcased her music on a world stage, performing live at World Youth Day 2008 celebrations.

With multiple double Platinum albums and singles under this soul diva’s belt, multi-award-winning pop/soul music sensation Paulini is presently in the studio preparing for her most anticipated third solo album release. This Fijian born singer’s unmatched vocal ability has won the hearts of the nation along with her warm and down-to-earth personality – a true ambassador of female solidarity, youth and strength.

Monica Trapaga is one of Australia’s most successful and versatile celebrities. Her vast array of talents have ensured she remains a favourite among the pre-school set, while continuing to delight adult audiences across the nation as an elite Jazz Singer, Television Personality and Entertainer.

She enjoyed monumental success with in the early 90’s with Monica and the Moochers critically acclaimed album releases Too Darn Hot and Cotton On The Breeze. In 2003 she independently released, Girl Talk, recorded by her 5 piece, Monica Trapaga And The Bachelor Pad. SUGAR is her latest album release. It features her favourite collection of 1920s & 1930s tunes, performed by Australia’s leading Jazz musicians, Bob Barnard, David Seidel, Peter Locke, Andrew Dickeson, Paul Furniss & David Blenkhorn.

Monica is now gaining recognition as a successful retailer, focusing on vintage furniture & home wares, with her gorgeous store RECLAIM by Monica Trapaga in Sydney’s Summer Hill.

Ladies of Jazz is the ticket!

Bowden rocks!

Rock around the box when Juke Box Jive roll into St Johns Park Bowling Club for Good Rockin’ Tonight on Friday. Vocalist Mark Bowden performs hits from the ’40s, ’50s and ’60s. Details: 93 Edensor Road, St Johns Park, 8.30pm.

Madonna Loreto

THE Madonna Loreto Festival is at Horsley Park Reserve on Sunday. The day’s entertainment includes performances by former Australian Idol contestants Paulini and Angie and the Italian Delight Comedy Music Show. The Mass and procession begins at 1pm with entertainment from 4pm. Fireworks start at 9.15pm. Details: Tony Mittiga, 0416281660.

Chill out with jazz

RELAX on Sundays at St Johns Park Bowling Club. Chill out in the Alfresco Terrace for summer jazz from 3pm. Details: 93 Edensor Road, St Johns Park, 3pm-6pm.

Kokoda Track

JOIN Blaxland MP Jason Clare to learn more about the battle of Kokoda. On November 18 there will be a film screening at Bankstown Town Hall. Register: 97902466.

This is a FREE CONCERT with donated proceeds going to charity.

Where?: John Paul College, Daisy Hill QLD

BENEATH THE STARS – Songs of Hope and Joy

What you need to know!!!

* New date – Sunday 30 November, 2008

* New line-up – Paulini, Shannon Noll and the Noll Brothers, Peter Cupples

* Gates open from 1.00pm
* Concert starts 2.00pm to 6.30pm
* Plenty of food on-site
* No alcohol
* Smoking may occur only in designated smoking areas
* Free shuttle buses will be running to and from the venue (Details to be posted closer to the event)
* Please bring your sunscreen and a hat
* Please bring a picnic rug and cushions

Tickets:

* Tickets from August’s postponed event are still valid (Please return your tickets to TicketMaster if you are unable to attend November’s event so they may be reissued)
* Have you missed out on a ticket??? (More FREE tickets will be released through the TicketMaster website on November 1st, 2008)

And finally – please bring some cash for a great cause as all profits from the event are going to the Starlight Children’s Foundation and the Children’s Hospice – Zoe’s Place (raffles and auctions on-site – prizes valued at over $15,000) Sunday 30 November 2008

The entire community is expected to turn out for this years’ spectacular Community Christmas Carols by Candlelight.

With more than 600 in attendance last year, the crowd is expected to swell to double this year – with many sponsors on board promising a sensational event.

With a free admission and an action-packed program on offer, it is the place to be on Friday evening.

For those wishing to enjoy a picnic dinner, the evening commences at 6pm with hot food available through Ulladulla Milton Lions Club or byo picnic and hot and cold drinks for sale by United Christian Education Foundation (UCEF) members.

Jazz funk musicians from throughout the Shoalhaven area will provide entertainment during the hour dinner period.

An initiative of the combined Christian Churches of Ulladulla, the Carols will feature guest artist Paulini from Australian Idol and Young Divas.

Shoalhaven Anglican School has provided the perfect venue, overlooking the rolling hills of Milton – with a bigger-than-ever fireworks display by Eric Crocker of Sunset Fireworks to conclude the action-packed evening, with something for everyone in the family.

Carols will commence at 7.30pm with popular Youth Minister Tom Foley standing as MC for the evening and Milton Town Band providing the tunes.

Other guests include SAS Barbershop Quartet, guest speaker 26 year old Sam Low, St Mary’s Star of the Sea School along with community singing.

Committee coordinator Steve Campbell, whose main role has been to whip everyone else into shape, said the night is fulfilling a dream.

“It is the combined Christian Churches’ desire to bring the town together for a spectacular Christmas event, to honour God and build bridges within the community,” Steve said.

So many people have come on board to support this event and we want to thank everyone involved.

“The community will certainly have a night to remember.”

Prime, Shoalhaven City Council, local Christian Churches, Isis Egyptian Day Spa and Salon and South coast Ford are major sponsors, providing monetary donations, printing, the vehicles to bring Paulini and her manager Nicole Heart.

Ulladulla Printing Services supplemented the posters, which were designed by talented local lad Daniel butler.

Lions are providing hot food stalls while the rotary Club is in charge of grounds management with fencing, lighting and carparking.

Tim Thompson from Soundslike PA systems will do the sound again this year.

Shoalhaven Scaffolding Services donated the scaffolding.

Memories of Thyme is providing the candles that will be for sale to raise funds for a local charity and Wool’n’Things have provided curtain material, with Sue Robinson busily sewing for the past month to make the stage curtaining.

“There are so many involved in a production of this magnitude,” Steve said.

“Administrative coordinator Suzanne Phillips has done an amazing job; Phil Brown has been our link to service groups and ensuring the nitty-gritty ground stuff is in order.

“Lisa Gowen will serve as Paulini’s PA while her husband, stage manager, Pastor Adam Gowen has taken care of the production side.

The night commences at Shoalhaven Anglican School on Croobyar Road in Milton on Friday from 6pm for picnic dinner, with carols commencing at 7.30pm.

Fireworks are scheduled for a 9.15 finale.

Milton Ulladulla Times