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Teale Jakubenko is about to release his first album since achieving instant fame on Australian Idol. Titled Good Times Start Right Now, the independent EP will launch on August 10 and feature the singer-songwriter’s distinctive sound - modern pop/rock, with a soulful edge. Teale won fans over during the 2008 series of Australian Idol, making it to the final four performers. Since then, he has gigged regularly in Australia and overseas, alongside globally recognised bands including Good Charlotte, Evermore and Thirsty Merc, at large sporting and charity events. He recently embarked on a successful song writing tour, where he collaborated with renowned artists such as Southern Sons and Small Mercies. 2012 was a highlight year. Teale wrote and recorded his new EP, formed an acoustic trio and married his childhood sweetheart. Growing up on the Gold Coast, Queensland, he was the fifth born in a family of seven boys and spent most of his time singing and playing guitar, while his