GLENN SKUTHORPE BAND
With six highly-regarded albums and music featured in movies and documentaries such as The Emu Runner and John Pilger’s Utopia, Nhunggabarra, Kooma man and international touring singer-songwriter Glenn Skuthorpe is a powerful lyricist and composer who gives voice to those whose stories must be heard. A compelling performer whose playing style is captivating, engaging audiences in the stories behind his journeys. Glenn has performed on stages big and small with some living legends in his long career including Buffy Sainte-Marie, Steve Earle, Tex Perkins, Kev Carmody, Archie Roach, Rory McLeod, Michelle Shocked, Buddy Miller and Mary Gauthier. With his seventh album on the way and a string of highly successful tours (Port Fairy Folk Fest, Adelaide Fringe, Byron Bay Blues Fest, Woodford, Broome Saltwater Festival, Cygnet, Calgary and Edmonton Folk Festivals) prepare for an infusion of genres with vibes of urban street blues to open plains and wide open skies. Joined by Dave Branton (Drums) & Mike Haynes (Bass) https://glennskuthorpe.com
With six highly-regarded albums and music featured in movies and documentaries such as The Emu Runner and John Pilger’s Utopia, Nhunggabarra, Kooma man and international touring singer-songwriter Glenn Skuthorpe is a powerful lyricist and composer who gives voice to those whose stories must be heard. A compelling performer whose playing style is captivating, engaging audiences in the stories behind his journeys. Glenn has performed on stages big and small with some living legends in his long career including Buffy Sainte-Marie, Steve Earle, Tex Perkins, Kev Carmody, Archie Roach, Rory McLeod, Michelle Shocked, Buddy Miller and Mary Gauthier. With his seventh album on the way and a string of highly successful tours (Port Fairy Folk Fest, Adelaide Fringe, Byron Bay Blues Fest, Woodford, Broome Saltwater Festival, Cygnet, Calgary and Edmonton Folk Festivals) prepare for an infusion of genres with vibes of urban street blues to open plains and wide open skies. Joined by Dave Branton (Drums) & Mike Haynes (Bass) https://glennskuthorpe.com
ELLA & SIENNA
ELLA & SIENNA, singer-songwriter sisters from the Adelaide Hills, SA have already proven they are amongst the most exciting emerging artists in the Australian music scene today. Renowned for their formidable combination of soaring vocals, captivating sibling harmonies, and catchy pop hooks, the sisters’ original music is a unique blend of pop, country, folk and rock influences. Ella & Sienna recently returned from recording and songwriting on Music Row in Nashville TN, performed on main stages at Tamworth and Groundwater Country Music Festivals, were voted Most Popular Country Artist at SA Music Awards, featured on The Voice 2022, and the list goes on… So universal is their appeal, Ella & Sienna are equally at home playing Country, Folk or Blues festivals, and have shared the stage with many Australian music legends including John Schumann and & Kasey Chambers.
ELLA & SIENNA, singer-songwriter sisters from the Adelaide Hills, SA have already proven they are amongst the most exciting emerging artists in the Australian music scene today. Renowned for their formidable combination of soaring vocals, captivating sibling harmonies, and catchy pop hooks, the sisters’ original music is a unique blend of pop, country, folk and rock influences. Ella & Sienna recently returned from recording and songwriting on Music Row in Nashville TN, performed on main stages at Tamworth and Groundwater Country Music Festivals, were voted Most Popular Country Artist at SA Music Awards, featured on The Voice 2022, and the list goes on… So universal is their appeal, Ella & Sienna are equally at home playing Country, Folk or Blues festivals, and have shared the stage with many Australian music legends including John Schumann and & Kasey Chambers.
ADELAIDE JAZZ QUINTET
If experience leads to talent, then they have it in spades! John Stephens (skins), Geoff Miller (Double bass), the amazing Schmoe (Sax), and maestro Peter Merchant (Piano) provide the fabric upon which Samantha sings up a storm & works the crowd with diamond encrusted silk gloves delivering notes that wake the angels!! We will also be treated to a wonderful very guest appearance by Jazmine (Samantha’s daughter) who is taking the SA jazz scene by storm. Jazz at its best folks!
If experience leads to talent, then they have it in spades! John Stephens (skins), Geoff Miller (Double bass), the amazing Schmoe (Sax), and maestro Peter Merchant (Piano) provide the fabric upon which Samantha sings up a storm & works the crowd with diamond encrusted silk gloves delivering notes that wake the angels!! We will also be treated to a wonderful very guest appearance by Jazmine (Samantha’s daughter) who is taking the SA jazz scene by storm. Jazz at its best folks!
GRAHAM LAWRENCE
Graham Lawrence is considered a veteran of the South Australian Music Industry having commenced his career over 35 years ago performing in Duo's, Bands and as a Solo Artist for Corporate, Cruise, Private, Charity and Community Work which has taken him far both Nationally and Internationally. Playing 4 instruments - Vocals, Tenor Saxophone, Electric Saxophone, Madeline, Conga's and other Percussion instruments Graham has been performing on the Choose Your Cruise specific Music Themed Cruises " Rock The Boat", Cruisin Country and Cruise and Groove and this continues this year, working alongside artists such as Brian Cadd, The Sweet, Beccy Cole, Adam Harvey, Troy Cassar-Daly, Lee Kernighan & Gina Jefferies to name a few! https://www.facebook.com/graham.lawrence1
Graham Lawrence is considered a veteran of the South Australian Music Industry having commenced his career over 35 years ago performing in Duo's, Bands and as a Solo Artist for Corporate, Cruise, Private, Charity and Community Work which has taken him far both Nationally and Internationally. Playing 4 instruments - Vocals, Tenor Saxophone, Electric Saxophone, Madeline, Conga's and other Percussion instruments Graham has been performing on the Choose Your Cruise specific Music Themed Cruises " Rock The Boat", Cruisin Country and Cruise and Groove and this continues this year, working alongside artists such as Brian Cadd, The Sweet, Beccy Cole, Adam Harvey, Troy Cassar-Daly, Lee Kernighan & Gina Jefferies to name a few! https://www.facebook.com/graham.lawrence1
THE HAWKINS BAND
Join internationally experienced professional musicians Mark Hawkins, Matt Carson, Darrell Thompson and Ronny Davidson, who have played with many legendary artists around the world. Playing Rhythm & Blues, Soul and Funk, including original songs. Formed in 2016, the Hawkins Band have performed at many local venues, including Adelaide Goal Blues Festival, Adelaide Fringe Festival, Port Noarlunga Blues Festival, Semaphore Workers Club, The Gov, Railway Hotel, Three Brothers Arms Hotel, Murray Delta Juke Joint, Wassail Wine Bar, Club 5082 and many other clubs and hotels throughout Australia and the UK. Not to be missed! https://www.facebook.com/HawkinsBandAdelaide
Join internationally experienced professional musicians Mark Hawkins, Matt Carson, Darrell Thompson and Ronny Davidson, who have played with many legendary artists around the world. Playing Rhythm & Blues, Soul and Funk, including original songs. Formed in 2016, the Hawkins Band have performed at many local venues, including Adelaide Goal Blues Festival, Adelaide Fringe Festival, Port Noarlunga Blues Festival, Semaphore Workers Club, The Gov, Railway Hotel, Three Brothers Arms Hotel, Murray Delta Juke Joint, Wassail Wine Bar, Club 5082 and many other clubs and hotels throughout Australia and the UK. Not to be missed! https://www.facebook.com/HawkinsBandAdelaide