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country 60B-MelbourneBrendan is a noted radio regular and can often be heard on the top-rating 3AW programs Overnight with Keith McGowan and formerly Nightline with Philip Brady and Bruce Mansfield. As a result Brendan is a popular artist at live functions hosted by these personalities. In recent times, Brendan has been regularly appearing for Country Music audiences at many venues. This includes many successful performances at the Barham Country Music Stampede. In his diverse act, audiences can hear Brendan sing, as well as see him play Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Banjo and Fiddle. But the surprise comes when he launches into a Song and Tap Dance act. This comprehensive package allows for a complete entertainment experience. Brendan is also a bit of a comedian and adds these attributes through his show. With a huge repertoire covering the war years to current. Music to sing or dance to.
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Country 73B-GeelongRick is a former graduate of the CMAA College of Country Music in 2006. Since then, Rick has been presenting his very own Rick Bartlett Cabaret show, with "sold out" results at every venue. Incorporating an individual style of country-rock-blues, favourites, original compositions and good fun humour, Rick's performances display the most in exciting entertainment value. Rick's first album Wanted: Outlaw, was released in 2005, was a huge success and his latest album is Acoustic: People. It has been recorded and presented "acoustically" and is break away from country-rock. Capital News review describes the album as a surprisingly satisfying acoustic album. Rick continues into 2009, with the release of his first DVD Rick and the Outlaw Band, Bootlegged as well as a whole line up of shows and festivals through the year. |
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Country 92C-MelbourneThis is an exciting Duo from Melbourne, whose excellent vocal ability & musical Whilst playing there unsurpassed wide variety of music from the 50's & 60's. through the millennium, the duo is known for their wide range of music, catering for all ages, entertaining with class, style and bringing a lot of fun to every event. Rory's own ability include, lead vocals, lead & rhythm guitar, bass guitar, |
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Country 154B -Castlemaine-VicThe Band play a wide variety of music - bluegrass, folk, country, rock n roll, bootscootin’ and jazz. We use a range of instruments, the singing is shared and four part harmonies are a feature. |
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Country 155A-Prarie-MelbourneThe Praries got their name from a popular Texan delicacy. That simple fact reveals the bands twisted sense of humour and lets all know that this is a band that is about playing music with balls and having a good time. |
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Country 156A-MelbourneThe Duo originally came together in early 2008 when Darrell (guitarist from way back) discovered John (lead vocals / drummer) doing a guest vocal spot with the band Mustang. This was not long after John had arrived from Joplin, Missouri, USA, where John was bourn and raised. John has been singing on stage since the age of six with an extended family on musicians. More recently John has performed in the capitol city of county music, Nashville. Darrell was taken with the sincerity and range as John delivered his songs and immediately identified an opportunity to bring Johns’ talents and experience to the Australian public and set about to building a band (and duo) around John, to enable the public the rare chance to experience an original American doing the songs from his home country. Audiences have been quoted as saying we love the original material that the band do, not realizing that they are songs from the states that they have not had the opportunity to listen to, until now. They also say it is so refreshing to have the choice rather than to listen to just another covers band doing the same old songs they have been listening to for decades. Inspiration comes from artists like:- Dwight Yoakam, Brooks and Dunn, Travis Tritt, Rodney Crowell, Alan Jackson, Ricky Van Shelton, Marty Stuart, George Strait and Vince Gill. Can be 4 piece band |
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Country 235A-Daylesford Vic5 piece country band w/ guitar, fiddle, banjo, upright bass, and drums |
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Country 23M-Tribute Show-MelbourneThese professional, sentimental and moving Tributes complete with band and costumes delight audiences of all sizes and age Supported by 2-5 piece band View 50-60's Divas tribute show has Xmas show |
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Country 252-Country Shows-Melbourne252 AA - Classic Country showfeaturing tributes to John Denver, Glen Campbell, Kenny Rogers and other country greats. Col covers all of the most popular country songs from Singing the Blues and 18 Yellow Roses to the Glen Campbell classics Galveston, Rhinestone Cowboy and Wichita Lineman and John Denver’s Thank God I’m a Country Boy, Annie’s Song, Back Home Again and Country Roads. PLUS, the very best of Kenny Rogers with The Gambler, Lucille and Coward of the County and a bit of fun with some Slim Dusty and Chad Morgan songs. 252 DD - Kenny & Dolly “Together Again” showCol in partnership with Marion Fay perform all the hits from those true country music legends, Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton. 252 FF - Country Christmas showCol includes all of the fun and excitement of his Classic Country show, which features tributes to John Denver, Glen Campbell and Kenny Rogers, but the show is performed with a fabulous Christmas flavour. This can be appropriate in either December or as a “Christmas in July” special ..... |
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Country 253AA-Melbourne Marceau is a very talented performer who has entertained around the world and nominated for MO award and won best artist Country Music festival in London. Marceau is a multi instrumentalist Guitar, violin, trumpet, quena |
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Country 340A-MelbourneOur music is based on Negro music from the 20's and 30's, with influences from the goodtime blues era, early Jazz classics, and Hillbilly music. |
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Country 362C-MelbourneRene show features the great hits of the classic Country legends Marty Robbins, Charlie Rich, Slim Dusty, John Denver, Keith Urban and lots more. Rene also has a four piece band for larger functions. Rene has been support act for many of Country greats like Ray Kernaghan, and has been nominated for many Country awards. Also has 2-4 piece band
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Country 363A-Spectacular Country tribute-ACTSpectacular Country is an amazing experience for people of all ages. Pete, Megan & Mark trace the evolution of country music over the last 50 years via music, trivia and premier entertainment. Performing hits from Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, The Dixie Chicks, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers and many more, the show provides a spontaneous action packed 2 hours concert that includes a prizes and giveaways in an impromptu trivia extravaganza. This show makes a great cabaret act or a special concert performance. Pete, Megan and Mark come with a wealth of experience in show business, having performed in many of the country’s biggest and best-known venues as well as regular visits to remote regional function centres. |
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Country 365B- Willie Nelson Tribute Show -MelbourneNormie has been touring the Country music scene for many years and with his likeness to Willie Nelson decided to put a floorshow together of Willie's great hits. The show consists of an hour or so tracing Willie Nelson's early beginnings, his hits which he wrote for others such as Crazy and Hullo Walls, his Stardust recordings through to his later hits (e.g. Always on my mind). The show includes stories about Willie to introduce the various songs. After a 10-15 minute break Norm features some of the Highwaymen songs plus many of his collaborations like Seven Spanish Angels and To all the girls I've loved before. After the second half of the show is done I will take another break and then return with an hour of rock & roll dance music so that the audience can let their hair down. This will fill in a three and a half to four hour night. |
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Country 423B-Johnny Cash-NSWAustralia’s #1 Johnny Cash Impressionist, invites you to Relive the Music of the Man in Black in this highly acclaimed tribute to the late Johnny Cash. With those rugged Johnny Cash looks and gravel voice, it’s ‘All Aboard!’ the Johnny Cash song train as you are taken on a memorable journey through the corridors of Country Music’s Nostalgic Hall Of Fame in a soulful tribute to the Man in Black. June Carter-Cash fans are catered for, too, in the Show’s memorable moments when the lovely Jacqui joinsin to sing the classic Cash/Carter hit, Jackson, & other duets that featured in the movie, Walk The Line. This show is a highly regarded icon of the Australian Entertainment Industry with a career that spans from his founding membership of the 60s Australian instrumental group, The Atlantics (remember Bombora!) to the power behind Gold Guitar Award-winning Mike Fox & The Tennessee Ramblers, through to the regrouping of The Atlantics in 2000 for the Australia-wide “Long Way To The Top Tour” and the group’s 2004 Australia-wide support act for the Chris Isaak & Beach Boys Tour. The Show has now performed over 200 Shows across Australia to sell out audiences at some of the country’s Best Venues with repeat bookings. |
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Country 578A -VictoriaPaul has a great voice smoldering good looks and a sound that is uniquely Paul. Paul also co writes with many other nationally known Cm artists and won many CMMA awards. His music has Rock N Roll influences but still remaining true to Country music. Accompanied by 4 piece band.
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Country 587A-MelbourneLee has an energetic and humorous approach to his shows. Lee has a great individual style and pleasant on the ear. Winner of New Songwriter of the year, lee has been support act for many of the great country singers of today. Lee plays everything from Slim Dusty to Brad Paisley, from Western Swing to Modern Country. Lee can play solo or with his band. view video |
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Country 589A-MelbourneThe four friends met whilst studying at music college in Melbourne Victoria, however it wasn’t until a few years later that they began writing and recording their own music, and the band was born. April 2009 sees the release of their brand new album, Life At A Million Miles through Compass Bros Distribution. This is the third album released by the Victorian 4 piece. Their previous albums, Full Circle released in 2005 and Dirt Roads City Lights released in 2007 saw the band garner the attention of the country music industry, both locally and internationally. After releasing their debut single Run To You in 2005, the band have had five tracks in the Top 20 on Australian radio. Heart And Soul, Real Smooth Cowboy, I Wanna Go Home, City Lights and most recently Good Times, which sat in the #2 position for 4 weeks. Four of the video clips for these tracks made it to the Top 10 on CMC. City Lights, released in 2008 made the coveted #1 position on the CMC (Country Music Channel) chart. Along with strong chart success, the band have twice taken home the TIARA Award for Best Group (2008 / 2009) and the Victorian Album of the Year at the 2008 Victorian and National Country Music Awards. In January 2008 they were honoured with a finalist nomination at the 36 th Country Music Awards of Australia for Best Group. In 2006 Lee, Paula, Simon and Julian spent nearly two years on the road touring with Australian country music star, James Blundell. They have toured nationally numerous times, including many festivals. In addition to performing throughout Australia, their great chart success and numerous accolades, the band have started conquering the world. June 2008 saw Jetty Road performing on main stage at Dauphin Countryfest in Canada. To date ,the band are the only Australian act to ever perform at the festival. Dauphin Countryfest is Canada’s longest running music festival, and other performers in 2008 included country music super-star, Alan Jackson, Lonestar and 2008 Grammy Award winners Emerson Drive. They have also performed in Nashville at the prestigious CMA Global Artist Showcase during the annual CMA Music Festival, performed to over 10000 fans at a national baseball game in North America and were the first country music artist to perform at the Hard Rock Café in Paris whilst on tour throughout France and the United Kingdom. This year, in conjunction with the release of the new album Life At A Million Miles, the band will be returning to Canada to perform alongside Kenny Chesney, Emerson Drive and Jo Dee Messina at Mountainfest – the Merritt Mountain Music Festival. They will also perform at Big Valley Jamboree in Alberta, alongside Tim McGraw, Gary Allan, Glen Campbell, Billy Currington and Tracy Lawrence. Jetty Road Life At A Million Miles will be release through Compass Bros Distribution on April 18 th 2009. |
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Country 590A -MelbournePassionate Songwriters and performers they have made their mark on the Country Music scene. They have won many Country awards for their unique style of song writing and have recently launched their Acoustic Gospel album. Their music is refreshing and inspiring. Many of their songs have been picked up by commercial radio stations. * Double Golden Guitar Finalists at this years Golden Guitar Awards & the only independent act to be asked to perform on the 2008 Golden Guitar Awards. * All shows in Tamworth 2008 SOLD OUT * Two more National #1 singles in 2007 'Run Away' & 'The Best Things In Life Are Free' * Eight National #1 hits to date plus 15 National top 10 hits * Golden Guitar Winners * Merelyn Carter - 2008 National & Victorian Vocalist of the Year at the Victorian Country Music Awards * 2007 Independent Country Artists of the Year * 2007 Independent Album of the Year - 'Leap Before You Look' * 2007 Independent Group/Duo of the Year * Most awarded Independent act in the history of country music. They are quite simply an act that has something for everyone, male & female lead vocals, great harmonies, songs that have become national hits around Australia, a killer band and an honesty in their songs that continues to grow their fanbase around Australia as well as overseas. |
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Country 591A -MelbourneThe Band cover Nu Country and originals with that hard Edge. Line dancing music also a specialty. |
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Country 592A -MelbourneAn accomplished Country singer fully embracing elements of Pop and Traditional country. Brooke has won many Country singing awards and well known on the Country arena. Great voice and sound. Brooke's rack of awards include the 1996 CCMA Female Vocalist Award, the 1997 Dead Ringer Band Achievement Award, Star Maker Grand Finalist in 1998, The 'National Year of The Outback' Song writing Award 2001, Mildura Independent Country Music Rising Star Award Winner 2002, 1233 ABC Newcastle Music Award Winner (Country) 2002.
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Country 594A-MelbourneA 4 piece combo working exclusively in Melbourne, Australia. We deliver a mixed bit of early country music bluegrass, some blues, ethnic waltzes, rhumbas, 50's country ala Johnny Cash, the odd Cajun tune mixed with originals and some genuine Hawaiian slack key tunes done in the island way. The band use acoustic double bass with non other than Paul on the doghouse ex Texicali Rose, Johnny O'Keefe, and Moonee Valley Drifters. On vocals, song writing, and guitar/mandolin we have Tom , with Brian from the Perth blues, and roots scene on guitars and Jeff on banjo dobro and vocals. |
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Country 594B-MelbourneWhen you talk about this band we're talking hard-hitting, steel-stringed, hardcore country & roots music. No one, but no one, does it better than this band mixing these styles together with their own stamp of originals. The Band continue to rock the nation with their unique blend of honky tonkin' blues, country swing and Cajun. These guys can REALLY play and they've been doing it together for over twenty years. The longevity of the band is a credit to leader Tom who has successfully steered it through the ever changing mainstream music scene and managed to stay true to his country roots while doing it |
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Country 605A-MelbourneThe two gals and two guys look great, play even better and really know how to warm up a room. The Band play Bluegrass, Country, Cajun and some Western Swing. They are deeply influenced by the East St Kilda Bluegrass and Tottenham Cowboy Swing scenes. listen |
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Country-698AA-Johnny Cash Tribute-VicDale is the only entertainer in Australia that comes with the CASH family recommendation & blessing. Dale relates well with his audience and will be performing most of your favourite Johnny CASH hits. The great thing about the show is, the audience will be familiar with all of the songs & can sing along. Songs of the legend that is ‘Johnny Cash’. Johnny Cash has an endless list of No 1 hits…. songs like; Walk The Line; Folsom Prison Blues; Ring of Fire & Orange Blossom Special, just to name a few. Dale performs these songs, and many more like them throughout the show. He has made a selection of songs for the show that he considers to be The all time favourite hits of ‘The Man In Black’. The show runs for 2 ½ hours (but can be modified to suit) starting with; Band opening 5min; Support Act 45min; 20 min Interval, and ending with Dale’s Complete Tribute to Johnny CASH 80-90min. Dale's Support Act will also perform some June Carter CASH duets with him during his part of show. A slideshow of CASH family photo's plays throughout the show - The slideshow takes you on a journey through Johnny Cash's life, beginning with Cash as a young boy. Some of the photo's are from Dale’s private collection - never before seen by the public. Dale is backed by his 5pce “Travelin’ Showband”, a handpicked well rehearsed band that will bring to life the true music and sounds of the CASH family |
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Tribute 699B-Johnny Cash tribute Show-QldThe Johnny Cash Stage Show is truly a tribute to the late, great Johnny Cash. Dail has been able to capture not only the vocal style but also the personality of The Man in Black. |
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Country 699A-HighwayMen tribute-QldThe Highwaymen towered like giants over the country music scene well into the This is a genuine tribute to The Highwaymen. 'Ring of Fire', 'On the Road Again', ' View video |
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Country 720A-MelbourneLeslie is an amazingly versatile entertainer who has dazzled audiences around the world with her country music, piano bar and jazz shows. |
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Country 751B-MelbourneBruce has been professionally involved in the entertainment industry for over 40 years with hundreds of demands for his pedal steel, dobro & harmonica skills in both recording & stage presentations all over the country. He has appeared with countless fine artists which in include The Kernaghan Family, Alan Hawking,The Hawking Brothers, Ian Castles, Alison Durban,Slim Dusty, Smoky Dawson and Reg Lindsay to name but a few. also do a tribute to Johnny O'Keefe. |
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Country 3 The Backyard Balladeer-NSWFrom his home base in Sawtell on the north coast of NSW,singer/songwriter/entertainer and teller of tall stories, ERROL GRAY travels the country with his one man show THE BACKYARD BALLADEER. With his acoustic guitar, stompbox,harmonica and a dry Aussie sense of humour, ERROL regales his audiences with songs and verse of everyday life experiences that can only be gained by fifty years of living in this great country. Being from the Baby Boomer generation, ERROL has done the hard yards and has now hit the road to do what he loves best. As well as performing his own songs, ERROL has a vast repertoire of Australian classics from Slim Dusty to Paul Kelly to Cold Chisel. For inspiration for his own songs, ERROL has to look no further than his own backyard or over the neighbour's fence. Mundane domestic situations such as mowing the lawn, feeding the chooks, getting old, losing your hair and trying to lose weight are given the ERROL GRAY treatment with giggles guaranteed.
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Country 6 The Beans-MelbourneThe Beans are an upbeat, contemporary acoustic string band – playing bluegrass, swing, country and blues. A typical performance features dynamic vocals, soaring harmonies and exciting instrumental breaks. All the ‘Beans’ come from a variety of musical backgrounds and play in other bands and genres. They are passionate musicians who have combined their considerable experience and talents to create a fun, infectious band that obviously enjoys performing and entertaining a crowd. The band is Wendy (vocals, rhythm guitar, harmonica), Leo s (fiddle, mandolin, vocals), Mike (double bass, vocals) and Geoff (Banjo, mandolin, dobro and vocals). Other musicians are often invited to join the performances, varying our line up to be adaptable and fresh. |
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Dolly Parton Tribute show-MelbourneThe show is a Country Classic celebrating the life and career of a very special and well loved artist. The Dolly Parton show will get the audience tapping their toes, clapping their hands and itching to have a dance. 2 x 30-40min sets. |
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Michael Craig-Drouin-VicMichael Craig has been travelling throughout Australia singing for the last 6 years. Prior to travelling Michael had been singing throughout Brisbane and Northern NSW included as some events Michael has performed at include Mid North Coast country Music Showcase as well as the NSW state country music titles which he entered in 2000. Michael now calls Drouin home and regulary performs around country areas. |
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Alan Taylor-MelbourneAlan Taylor has played in many bands over the years covering Rock N roll and Country music |
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Rodney Vincent-Wodonga-NSWRodney Vincent is a versatile performer who has sung with some of the Favorite “Gene Pitney,The Four Kinsman, etc. styles include Country, Classic Rock N Roll, Ballads Old Time, with a touch of comedy added in. His One man show is a feast of entertainment that caters for anyone who enjoys a good time. Rodney Vincent is a talented and funny performer with an energetic packed show. Winner of many Country awards. |
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Johnny Cash Tribute-Melbourne The music of Johnny and June Carter Cash lives on with the recent release of the hit movie ‘Walk the Line’, which recognized their legendary status and the contribution they made to popular music. Authentically reproduced in a dynamic and engaging stage show, Walkin' The Line showcase the very best from the 'Couple That Walked The Line'. Video available
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The Playboys-MelbourneThese lovable mountain men play tunes to warm the cockles of the heart & stir the feet into spontaneous dancing. Featuring some of the Big smokes finest musicians they play all three types of music: country, western & mountain jazz. The Playboys are capable of performing spontaionesly (roving) in any location or on a stage as a trio or quintet. |
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Adam Harvey-Country- NSWAdam Harvey is well recognized nationally and Internationally on the Country Music scene with many CMAA awards under his belt . Adam co writes his original material which has received many awards and acclaim and his music is continuously played on all Country radio stations. |
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Hardrive-Bluegrass-SydneyHardrive are a exciting and vigorating bluegrass band that is sure to have your feet tapping and hands clapping. winner if 2006 CMA Bluegrass and traditional Country Award. |
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Southern Exposure BandSouthern Exposure Band draws on their collective experience in both entertainment value and repertoire, and can deliver to an audience just about anything they want, ranging from modern country Rock to traditional country music , plus draw on an MOR repertoire of a couple of hundred classic to current songs
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The Noll Brothers - NSWThe Noll's Brothers Adam & Damian have played in Shannon’s band for the past three years & Damian wrote a song called “The Way That I Feel” for Shannon that sold 1 million copies. Not only are they doing shows with Adam Harvey who just happened to win album of the year at this year’s Golden Guitar awards, but Lee Kernaghan, who was named Australian of the Year in January has asked the boys to also tag along with him for a few shows . |
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