Artists 2015

https://www.facebook.com/aaron.pratt.509 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uewHClYbNyA

Both Alex & James were tragically infected with an obsession with blues music at an early age, which has led them astray and left them with a finely honed sense of despair. Their music is ephemeral and tends toward entropy. https://youtu.be/DUsXGjRgYTw

https://www.facebook.com/pages/All-Strings-Attached/16313619486 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vwm1vNuBTyc

The Angela Toohey Trio are edgy, energy packed, lyrical, melodic and highly entertaining. Big trio sound with Jodi Murtha on acoustic bass and beautiful backing vocals alongside percussionist Suzanne Hibbs and Angela on guitar, stomp and vocals the sound is very full...

Brisbane stand up comedian, Ashwin Segkar is a RAW state finalist, TV show writer (kids comedy, Underwater Mission) and creator of Boymongoose, a viral comedy cartoon that has over 10 million views worldwide. https://www.facebook.com/ashwin.segkar...

Described as energetic, genuine and undeniably Australian, Bart Thrupp captivates audiences everywhere he goes. Employing a variety of popular genres while swinging from sweet vocals to rocking acoustic guitar, his folk pop melodies always have a touch of something...

Bek-Jean has a powerful narrative style. Inspired by storytellers of a personal nature. She is poetic, full of heart and has the amazing ability to move people with her astonishing songwriting. She will be joined by Jacinta Foale on piano and Leon Tussl on drums....

Black Grail promotions present an outlandish mix of contemporary scripted and improvised theatre and comedy with a uniquely irreverent Australian pioneer twist. Bringing to life well known names from Australia's colionial past. The Black Grail group bring a somewhat...

Dynamic soloist from New Zealand and America with six albums, combines well crafted songs with modern fingerstyle guitar finesse. Brett runs broadly in his musical statement: Social commentary, natural disasters in his original songs and unique instrumental versions...

The Sheik from Scrubby Creek’ is the last country music legend standing. In 2003 the heavy title of country music’s “national treasure” was passed on to Chad. Now 82 and still a consummate performer, and as his recently released D.V.D. says - ‘ Not Dead Yet ‘...

Chillorado : This quintet brings contemporary jazz & latin influences to the bandstand, featuring Kit Cotter on keyboards & vocals, Ric Halstead (UK) on flute & saxes, Peter 'Wal' Walters on upright bass, Natalie Richie on percussion & vocals, &...

The MC and curator of the Weekend's Comedy Show, Clayton Storey is usually kept busy hosting regular comedy rooms on the Sunshine Coast. His jokes got him into the Queensland Semi Finals in this year's Triple J RAW Comedy....

Nicole Murray and John Thompson have carved themselves a niche internationally as outstanding performers of acoustic folk music. Joined by Emma Nixon on vocals and fiddle, they deliver a powerful and moving musical experience, Entrancing musicality, stunning use of...

A shining Brisbane comic, Dan Rath is also a prolific writer and performs at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Comedy Beast Magazine nailed it when they said his ‘jokes and tags flow in thick and fast - equal parts ironic and absurd’....

Two celebrated individual performers with cross styles with an intriguing and delightful musical match. They stand and deliver with David's excitable vocals, guitar feels and harmonica hooks and the multi instrumental skills of Caroline on violin, viola, flute and of...

A proud Wiradjuri woman,  with a lifelong love of music.  I have composed for film,  produced albums,  and played with amazing musicians…“De has a creamy rich voice and is a very competent,  finger style guitarist. On top of that she is a skilful songwriter…”...

Ready to dance? A high energy dub bonanza, specializing in tasty grooves inspired in the moment by the audience. Combining live and electronic elements creating an uplifting dance experience. Get your boogie on for an amazing night that will be remembered!...

A regular performer at venues across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, With her beautiful melodies, gutsy guitar and powerful voice, Ebony is an artist sure to delight. Ebony has opened for artists such as The Church's Steve Kilbey and Katie Noonan.

Folk Songs & Fun, Jug Band & Jazz, on lively Autoharp or Guitar and with a fine traditional voice, EVAN MATHIESON enjoys sharing his lifelong enthusiasm for musical performance. His wide repertoire will have you singing along and your toes tapping!...

Frank plays a mix of jazzy blues with a solid groove. Groovy and funky and a little satire thrown in for a giggle. Bring your brain but don't forget your dancing shoes. https://www.facebook.com/frank.stoove https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHXHDbv0_us

Mixing Ecstatic Dance with Kirtan, Maleny's Gaia Love Orchestra lets you lose yourself in chant-able dances and dance-able mantras. Drawing on ancient and contemporary spiritual traditions from across the world. Funky, lively, deep, bright and FUN!...

Singer/songwriter/guitarist best known for his intricate fingerstyle guitar playing and easy-going onstage banter, Gary presents a show that covers multiple musical styles, ranging from traditional blues and folk songs to instrumental pieces, Jazz, and even a little...

Owning a bluesy, rich voice and telling stories of travel and heartache have earned Brisbane’s Hailey Calvert many followers. Tours to London, Ireland and America, along with appearances at many Australian festivals, including two Woodford Folk Festivals has audiences...

Ian took up writing and performing poetry more than 2 decades ago and since then has been a regular at Poets’ Breakfasts and other events all around the place. His poetry has been described as “quirky” and even ‘bent”. He is a master at it and he loves doing it....

Regularly performances in the Southeast's intimate venues, concert halls and major festivals have made Jack and The Giant Killers a versatile, responsive and dynamic group. If you want music that gets people moving, thinking and frothing Jack and The Giant Killers...

With a vocal poetry and guitar virtuosity, John is able to captivate and hold an audience through a technical prowess and the sheer diversity of his music, with hands that surge and flourish over every part of the fretboard. At M.M.F in 2015 he received a standing...

Lee is an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist who has been touring the world with music for the past 15 years. His music is honest and lovingly heartfelt, focussed around his great love of his wife, his daughters, his garden and his community. He plays Saxophones, flute,...

Lizzie O’Keefe is a dynamic and commanding vocalist with a unique signature style. The release of her debut solo EP Leaden Heart in mid 2014, cast Lizzie into the spotlight with the title track making her a finalist in the jazz category for the 2015 Queensland Music...

Maleny Ukulele entices ukulele lovers from their nests and burrows all over the Hinterland. Led by music teacher Tom Richter, the only thing serious about this happy collective is their dedication to the happiest, portablest little fun factory ever created- the ukulele.

A feature comic in The Comedy Zone at this year's Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Matt Ford is back from touring the roadshow. Matt's insightful reverie opens us to laugh at the wider world...and the narrower one! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8vWIiiLBSo

With eclectic, authentic and craftier storytelling than your average, singer songwriter Megan Cooper has been earning praise, winning awards and breaking hearts since the release of her debut album, Ghosts, Choirs & Kings in 2014. With an inbuilt affinity with...

Mel Buttle is a hilarious bundle of contradictions, and she’s a package that is rapidly making herself felt in all mediums, right across the country. Mel is of Triple J fame and has her own Courier Mail column with appearances on many TV panel shows....

Heart warming lyrics, engaging stories coupled with his one-man-band acoustic guitar, vocals, harmonica and foot percussion - Irish singer-songwriter Mick McHugh’s live shows strive to connect, inspire and disseminate positive messages. Mick has toured with and some...

Mitch King is Australia’s newest upcoming Artist, featuring inspirational live performances across the country with his ‘One Man Band. His distinct sound is recognisable by people of all ages who must stop and watch. The overall feel of his act is described as both...

Murray brings a mix of jazz rock and instrumental compositions in his performance, delivering a vocal and acoustic guitar sound that is engaging and unique. His guitar virtuosity is one of the reasons why he is such a respected musician across the sunshine...

Nice Verdes have released two albums, 'Succulence' in 2008 and 'Brontosaurus' in late 2014. The music of Nice Verdes is uplifting and sunny original indie world music. Inspired by the music’s of the world, Cuba, Colombia, Africa, Europe and Latin America, they play...

Noel’s music continues a long tradition of activism in song, with the added capacity to sing of both beauty and injustice in an insightful way. His heartfelt songs from the heart come to life with his and Alex's beautifully harmonising voices and their sensitive...

OBI ABATA draws its inspiration from the folkloric roots of African and Afro-Latin ensemble music, presenting a deluxe show of pulsing polyrhythm, song and dance infusion. https://youtu.be/oNL732N8XR4

John Thompson, Ann Bermingham and Maree Robertson sang together as One Step Forward from 1990-1995, & have reformed for a 20 year reunion, to sing their favourite spirited, political, mostly a cappella, folk songs with bite, featuring their trademark high-wire...