NEW RELEASES TO FOLLOW One of the most iconic catalogues in Australian music will be brought into a new era with Cold Chisel announcing the formation of their own label imprint and a change of distributor in Australia and New Zealand. It’s been over 35 years since Cold Chisel signed a recording contract with WEA (now known as Warner Music) and since that time the band has sold over six million albums. The rights to all of Cold Chisel’s recordings…

Cold Chisel is deeply saddened to hear the news of Chrissy Amphlett’s passing. Chrissy was a great friend to all of us and a fierce and formidable artist. Our hearts go out to her husband and our brother, Charley Drayton and to her family and friends. Chrissy’s family has just released this statement. Our beloved Chrissy peacefully passed this afternoon. Christine Joy Amphlett succumbed to the effects of breast cancer and multiple sclerosis, diseases she vigorously fought with exceptional bravery…

We are pleased to report that Cold Chisel (and No Plans) were nominated in 3 categories for this year’s ARIA Awards. The band scored nominations for Best Group and Best Rock Album and also in the new category, Best Australian Live Act. The Best Australian Live Act category is a publicly-voted award, so click through here and cast your vote for Cold Chisel:  http://www.ariaawards.com.au/public-voting/

Cold Chisel head to the UK in July, their first trip to the northern hemisphere in over 30 years. Today they announced an extra London show, in addition to shows at Hard Rock Calling, Glasgow and Manchester. Cold Chisel will play Shepherd’s Bush Empire on 11th July 2012. Tickets go on General Sale on 25th May 2012 at 9am. There is a Live Nation presale happening for 24 hours from 24th May at 9am. You can purchase tickets for all shows…

Cold Chisel Announce Additional UK Shows!Cold Chisel recently announced that they will be playing in the northern hemisphere for the first time in almost 30 years, performing alongside Bruce Springsteen, Soundgarden, Paul Simon, John Fogerty and Iggy Pop and the Stooges as part of the Hard Rock Calling weekend of shows in Hyde Park. Ever since the announcement UK and European fans have been screaming for more, asking if the band will be playing their own shows. In addition to…