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Baba Bruja
Music| Bands| MulticulturalBaba Bruja are Tasmania’s only all original Afrobeat collective. Featuring some of Hobart’s best loved musicians, our 6 horns and scorching hot rhythm section are raucous, colourful and groovy as all get out. Led by non-binary trombonist and composer Stevie McEntee we have played at some of Tasmania’s premier festivals including the Taste of Tasmania, Falls Festival, the Clarence Jazz Festival, Dark Mofo, Mona Foma, Party in the Paddock, the Mid-Winter Arts Festival, Panama Festival, Festival of Voices and Junction Arts Festival. We have shared the stage with The Bad Dad Orchestra, Boil-up, The 7-Ups and Sex on Toast.Added To List
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Baby Come Tack
Music| Bands| CoversBaby Come Tack play the smoothest, most soulful hits from the 70s and 80s, wrapped up in a stage show that will knock your Hawaiian shirt clean off! The band features a ‘who’s that?’ of Tasmania’s professional music scene. Baby Come Tack is Yacht Rock extravaganza that you will have you singing the night away and dancing your boat shoes off. The man at the helm, is our Musical Director and pirate of percussion Matthew Ives. Our vocalists Brett ‘the Bosun’ Budgeon and the ‘Mistress of the mainsheet’ Mel Brown. On bass guitar ‘Admiral’ Adrian Smith and holding up the backline with him, and proving justifiable nepotism is alive and well on the high seas, on drums Felix Smith. No yacht rock band is complete without super smooth horn sounds and we’ve got the smoothest of the them all. Give it up for Derek ‘Derrick’ Grice. On keyboards, a young virtuoso who I don’t think had even heard of the genre when he was asked to join this scurvy crew, Sheng Yuan-Lynch. On lead guitar and backing vocals, a man who lays down searing and tasty licks, Captain Tom Howard. On rhythm guitar is it George Benson? No it’s Joel ‘Breezin’ Roberts. And guiding our audience on the sublime seas of smooth-atude, is our navigator Peter Gee.Added To List
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Barrelhouse
Bands| Covers| MusicRock band Barrelhouse has been having fun moving and shaking audiences in Hobart and around the state since 2012. Despite the band’s name, they don’t play barrelhouse jazz – defined as “a raucous, driving, unsophisticated style, usually in a small, cheap old-time saloon with a row of racked barrels along the wall”, – (although they admit parts of that description may apply to the band at different times). They can also chill out and put down a quiet, tasteful set for you.Added To List
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Belle’s Boys
Bands| Covers| MusicBELLE RICHARDSON BIO Belle Richardson is a Hobart based soul-pop-RnB singer with a love for connecting and sharing through her music. With over 8 years of experience in the music industry, Belle is constantly evolving and pushing herself musically and has a passion for performing for and with other music lovers. Belle has a focus of creating a sense of community within the arts in Tasmania and strengthening the connections between artists. BELLE’S BOYS BIO Nestled in the serene landscapes of Tasmania, a hidden gem awaits – Belle’s Boys, a soulful R&B and pop sensation, led by the captivating vocalist Belle Richardson. For half a decade, they’ve been making waves, enchanting audiences with their harmonious melodies and unshakable rhythm. Each member of this extraordinary ensemble brings a wealth of musical experience to the stage and together they have cultivated their signature contemporary sound. Featuring vocalist Belle Richardson, guitarist Michael Chater, bassist Eric Amani, drummer Matt Meehan-Lam and keys player and vocalist Dan John.Added To List
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Bernie Bruce
Solo| Covers| Duos & Three PieceBernie Bruce has been playing and performing music since he was a teenager, completing a bachelor of music at the Australian Institute of music in 1999. These days he also works as an electrician, however music is and has always been his real passion. Performing locally in Hobart, privately and publicly, mostly as a solo artist and now a recently formed a trio. Although predominantly Bernie has played cover gigs, he is extremely excited at the prospects of writing and playing more of his own music.Added To List
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Billy Whitton & Co.
Blues & Folk| Covers| Duos & Three PieceBilly Whitton is one of Tasmania’s best known solo artists, and regularly performs at numerous venues throughout Tasmania and- on the mainland. In Hobart he can be found playing at Wrest Point Casino, Salamanca, Mona, New Sydney Hotel, Republic, Beachfront 32, Coterie Coal Valley and at numerous corporate events. He tailors his performance to suit the occasion, whether it is background guitar solos or classic songs from the 60’s, 70’s or 80’s. He is able to read the audience and modify the repertoire to the event. Billy is known as the crooner of Hobart.Duos featuring Billy & Co
Billy & Aaron Specialising in swinging guitar tunes and strong vocals, Billy and Aaron present- bluesy and jazzy tunes made up of a mix of original tracks and classic favourites. Expect Buble, Tony Bennett, Harry Conick Jr., John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton and something new. Billy & Randal- Billy & Randal play a mix of classic favourites such as Leonard Cohen, Bill Withers , Eric Clapton etc .as well as a large swing / jazz & blues repertoire. Playing for many years as a resident act at Wrest Point, they have a high class sound that works anywhere” playing at quality venues such as Henry Jones,… New Sydney Hotel…, MONA Billy & Randal have a perfect mix for functions, cocktail parties, bars etc Jamie & Billy A- trained singer from the Tasmanian Conservatorium of music, Jamie Taylor has been singing soul, jazz- & rock around Hobart for several years and- also fronts her own original band, Lazerbaby.- Billy Whitton, this duo mixes music from classic pop, rock and soul… and can also specialise in a jazz, blues mix when required. Tilly & Billy Tilly, influenced by recent artists such as Madeline Peyroux, Amy Winehouse, and classic jazz singer Billie Holiday is the owner of a beautiful voice and is much admired by all in the music industry.- With Billy, they cover classic torch ballads, using and jazz numbers but can also include Billy’s crooning styles or earthy blues numbers. Centered around listening type audiences or background at functions, their swing tunes are also good for a dance or two.- Tilly & Billy can also enlist two extra musicians to create a four piece band if this better suits your occasion. Billy Whitton and the Swingin’ Hepcats! Billy is the front man for the inimitable Billy Whitton and the Swingin’ Hepcats!Added To List
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Billy Whitton and the Swingin’ Hepcats
Jazz & Swing| MusicBilly Whitton is the consummate lounge performer. With his smooth vocal stylings and vast repertoire of Jazz and Blues he has entertained Tasmanian audiences for over thirty years. Billy and the Swingin’ Hepcats is his longstanding guitar/vocals, bass and drums trio, we now include reggae & soul / funk in our repertoire” as well as our specialty of swing jazz, blues etc. Personnel: Billy Whitton, Vocals and Guitar; Hamish Stevenson, Double Bass; Matthew Ives, Drum Kit.
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Black Coffee
Bands| Covers| Jazz & SwingBlack Coffee have been one of Tasmania’s most successful blues, soul and jazz bands for more than 20 years. In the 2000’s they had weekly engagement residencies at pubs and clubs, as well as major corporate, sporting and seasonal events, and these gigs continue throughout the 2020’s. Black Coffee can perform as a 3 piece jazz outfit, all the way to a 5 or 6 piece band, in which form can also play dance music from most eras. Whether it’s a crowded wedding, an afternoon jazz cafe or a end of year dance night, Black Coffee will get it happening.Added To List
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BLLOOM – Erica Bush
Music| Blues & Folk| CoversBLLOOM (Erica bush) is a local country girl born and raised in the far south wilderness Tasmania, her music is a mixture vibe of folky pop. Erica performs her favourite covers and her original songs on her Acoustic guitar. Bllooms original songs are inspired buy her experience of life her stories and dreams and the beauty nature has to offer. Her voice often described as “beautiful and angelic. “ With haunting vocals and guitar BLLOOM will entertain, captivate and “spread love in a world that needs a little extra”.Added To List
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Blueflies
Bands| Blues & Folk| CoversBlueflies are a 4-piece originals/covers band with Paul Huxtable lead vocals and guitar, Steve Rogerson lead guitar and vocals, Jeff Reeve bass guitar and Kevin Regan drums Blueflies are sure to appeal to lovers of Blues and Roots. Paul and Steve started playing together as a duo in 1995 thru to 1998,- known as ‘Helen’s Idea’, with residences at the Good Woman Inn and the Blue Note during that time. In 1999 Jeff Reeve joined the band on bass guitar. The trio continued playing blues venues around Hobart notably the Republic Bar from 2000.- In 2004 Kevin joined on drums. Along with originals penned over the last couple of years, they also cover songs in tribute past masters; Willie Dixon, BB King, JJ Cale, Tom Petty, Tony Joe White and living masters, Buddy Guy, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Jonny Lang, Tom Waits, Ben Harper, Mavis Staples, Bonnie Raitt and more. There is always something special or unexpected with this band having such an extensive catalogue. Paul’s vocals and rhythm guitar, Steve’s firing guitar solos plus the- rhythm section of Jeff and Kevin keeping it tight.- They provide a top night’s entertainment and always have something to keep the dancers happy.
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Boil Up
Bands| Multicultural| MusicBoil Up- has a strong Kiwi reggae influence: Katchafire, Fat Freddy’s Drop, Sons of Zion: but still play classic tunes by Bob Marley including- Roots Rock Reggae, Could You Be Loved, I Shot the Sheriff and modern reggae tunes of today, like I’m Yours,– and Valerie. Now focusing more on original songs that are fused with hip-hop, rap, R and B rock and ska reggae, the band is slowly finding its feet with a raw sound held together by some of Hobart’s finest musicians. A strong vocal harmony- line and a singer with a lot of energy out front keeps the crowd guessing! The band members : Morehu Thompson-Lead vocals, Regina Mistry-Piano and vocals Dave Titherly-Trumpet and vocals Haden Dare-Trombone and vocals Tio Pirere-Drums and vocals Kara Pirere-Percussion and vocals Andry Sculthorpe-Bass guitarAdded To List
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BREATHE – the sound of Pink Floyd
Bands| Music| TributeEleven performers pour their passions into a two-set show of guitar based power ballads, soaring solos and rhythmic finesse against a backdrop of compelling visuals and stunning lighting. Songs include ‘Breathe’, ‘Money’, ‘Us & Them’, ‘Comfortably Numb’ and ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond’ from the albums ‘Dark Side of the Moon’, ‘Wish You Were Here’, ‘The Wall’, ‘Pulse’ and ‘In The Flesh’. Analysing and reproducing their classic hits as well as some of the lesser known numbers has quickened a great respect for the songwriting skills and arrangements which have made this band so memorable to so many. Alan Archer is front and centre as lead singer with 3 sensational guitarists belting out the well known riffs around him; Brendan King, Andrew Cooper and Wayne Rand. Kim Cambridge on bass and Steven Pugh drums complete the rhythm section. Sound effects and piano parts are performed by Richard Fedosojevs and Steve Macfarlane with backing singers Sherry Rand and Tanya Cooper plus Teresa Beck-Swindale on sax, vocals and percussion. A stunning light show with projected images complements the staging.Added To List
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Brett Collidge
Bands| Covers| MusicBrett Collidge has been performing around Australia, solo and ensemble, for well over twenty years now. In that time he has garnered an impressive client list, performing regularly for Cocktails For Cancer, Betfair, Tarraleah’s Xmas in July function, the Wynyard Tulip Festival + Cocktail Party, the Ben Lomond Bender, Street Eats Franko, the Sydney To Hobart Yacht Race, Sinister Car Show, the Burnie Agricultural Society Show and the GFC Black and White Ball alongside fundraising for the School of Special Education, Camp Quality and Oxfam in the last five years alone. Along with many weddings, birthdays, school leaver’s functions and public events he has also performed at Grindelfest, Cradle Mountain Lodge NYE party, Taste The Harvest ““ Devonport, on the Spirit of Tasmania and at functions for Harvest Moon, Mystate Financial, Pitt and Sherry, Avalon City Retreat, Launceston Mitsubishi, GHD Launceston, MIA Radiology Tasmania, Nubco, Tas Alkaloids and Nyrstar just to name a few.
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Bridget Pross
Covers| Music| MusicalWriting original music and publicly performing since the age of 15, Bridget has supported a number of high profile local and international acts, including Joe Cocker, Lior, Josh Pyke, John Butler Trio, Renee Geyer, Tex Perkins, Brian Cadd, Russell Morris, Indigo Girls, Ian Moss, Leo Kottke and many more. She has also performed at Falls Festival, Byron Bay’s Bluesfest, Tasmania’s Southern Roots Festival and has also performed one of her original songs on the hit TV series “˜Neighbours’. She is continuing writing original music along with performing live around the Hobart pub circuit.Added To List
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Cameron Tapp
Music| CoversCam Tapp is a multi-award winning singer songwriter who has made the return back to his home State of Tasmania after living overseas and Melbourne fore 25 years. Cam performs locally, around Melbourne and interstate on a regular basis. He plays selection of his much loved original music made increasingly popular with his recent Sunday ‘The Lockdown” sessions and a mixture of eclectic upbeat and soulful covers he has made his own. His songs are a mixture of stories on love lost and found, they are both uplifting as much as they are at times heartbreaking and thought provoking. Over the past few years Cam has shared the stage with iconic Australian and international stars such as Kate Ceberano, Angus and Julia Stone, Kate Miller-Heidke, Luke Bryan and Amy Winehouse and has toured the world playing at venues and festivals like The Hotel cafe & The Roxy in L.A, Nashville, SXSW in Austen Texas, Glastonbury U.K plus many more. An evening with Cam is not to be missed.Added To List
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Cary Lewincamp
Classical Music / Strings| Music| Original ArtistsCary Lewincamp’s solo guitar performances are emotive and passionate, a still point of reference in a world, which is becoming an increasingly uncertain place. He is one of Australia’s best selling independent artists; yet, he remains a fresh new musical experience waiting to be discovered by a growing audience. Cary’s beautiful original solo guitar music draws on the best elements of jazz, latin, folk, finger style blues and echoes of classical technique. Cary’s music transcends barriers and is loved by people of all ages and backgrounds. Cary plays two, specially built, hand made Gary Rizzolo seven-string acoustic/electric guitars. The extra bass string gives a wider tonal range and more warmth allowing the subtle nuances of his intricate playing style to shine through. Cary was born in Tasmania in 1952. As a child he played the piano and at the age of 17 he taught himself to play the guitar. Originally a primary school teacher, Cary has also worked as an ABC scriptwriter for the program Singing and Listening, and as the Musical Director with the Salamanca Theatre Company. His music has been used widely as backing sound for programs such as the acclaimed ABC documentary series, Australian Story. He also wrote and performed the music for the ABC Tasmanian drama, The Town That Died. He has performed with Tommy Emmanuel, Olivia Newton John, David Gates (Bread), Don Burrows, Christine Sullivan and others. Currently his music is played regularly on ABC national radio and Classic FM. He composed and performed “˜A place in our hearts’ for the state funeral of our late premier, Jim Bacon. He has given a highly successful and much loved solo guitar concert for the 10 days on the island festival and has performed at the National Folk Festival. He has toured internationally with a focus in Japan. Cary’s concerts provide the audience with a delightful insight into the stories & inspiration behind his music, as well as experiencing his live interpretations of his compositions. To describe Cary’s solo guitar performances in words could only belie the depth of his talent. See him in concert and let the musical experience speak for itself.Added To List
