 Chris
Pickering
Chris Pickering is an acoustic alt.country singer,
songwriter and guitarist based in Brisbane, Australia.
Visit Chris' website here.
Photo: Joanne Bell.
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 Crow
Circus
Independent, 7-piece, Brisbane based, sonic storytelling
troupe.
Stories to stir the soul and fire the senses; our music
is a deep fusion of many styles we like to coin as "festival".
The deepest influences arising from folk, funk, rock
& world music. Lighter elements of jazz, blues,
country & electrancia (Massive Attack style) occasionally
rise to the fore as the story dictates.
Visit their website at www.crowcircus.com
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 Dirty
Linen
Dirty Linen are one of Queenslands most
regular performing bands and the material they play
has the dynamics, percussive and fiery enthusiasm found
in the best Celtic music. The origins of Celtic music
can be traced back to Eastern Europe and Dirty Linen
draw on the varied textures of their exotic scales and
rhythms in their performances. Dirty Linen have also
released THREE CD'S titled "At The Hook-ahs Bazaar"
, " A Romany Tale"& "Quiet before
the storm" These albums contain a fine collection
of Celtic and eastern influenced songs that captures
their live shows infectious rhythms.
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 Enda
Kenny
Dublin born songwriter, Enda Kenny has
lived in Melbourne, Australia since 1987. Like the seanachies
and yarn spinners before him, Enda’s songs describe
stories of life, of humour, of nature and injustice.
Enda’s gift as a performer is his ability to bring
alive the individual experience in a way his audience
intuitively relates to.
Acclaimed as one of Australia’s best songwriters,
Enda has produced four albums – Twelve Songs,
Bakers Dozen, Six of One,Cloudlining, and the recently
released Here and There. All feature the masterful fiddle
playing of long time collaborator Lindsay Martin. Live
performances regularly feature Lindsay and Sandy Brady
on bass, who joined them for the recording of Cloud
Lining.
His songs have been recorded by a growing list of local
and international artists including Roy Bailey, Karen
Lynne, Reel Time, Bram Taylor, Barrie Davis, Bob Eden
and Markerr.
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 Gaelic
Dream
This young new troupe roared across Qld and NSW captivating
crowds with high energy modern mixes of Scots Gaelic
and Celtic dance and song.
Their stirring dance and fluent Scots Gaelic singing
enthrals all who enjoy anything Celtic.
Gaelic Dream are a troupe of highly acclaimed, successful
and very entertaining performers with their fast and
lively Scots Gaelic dancing and singing. They are a
hit wherever they have performed. Recent successes are
Glen Innes Celtic Festival, Qld Premiers Australia day
Concert in Southbank, Premiers Australia Day preview
in
Brisbane City mall, Ipswich Festival Tattoo, Woodford
Folk Festival 2003, Abbey Medieval festival and SE Qld
Tartan Day at Brisbane Southbank.
The troupe are highly professional and well rehearsed
with crisp organisation and straightforward staging
requirements that make them a pleasure and flexible
to work with.
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 Gibb
Todd
A Scot of Scot/Irish descent,sings songs from both
traditions, along with own compositions, acc. self on
guitar/5 str. banjo.He is widely experienced on the
world stage,most of Europe,USA, Canada, Bermuda,Scotland,
Ireland,England,and has worked with The Dubliners, Fureys,
Alex Cambell,more recently with Tom Paxton , Archie
Fisher, Dick Gaughan,Brian Mc Neill at Celtic Connections
Festival, Glasgow, Scotlandwhere he's appeared for the
past 11 years, and continues to do so.This year appeared
at Port Fairy Fest and National Folk Fest. He is now,
happily, a permanent resident of Australia.
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 Glenys
Anderson
Glenys Anderson began writing songs only four years
and has fast earned a reputation for making audiences
laugh. She combines lingering lyrics, haunting hilarity,
melodramatic moments, sensational songwriting and velvet
voice. Audiences love her. She gives of herself, laughs
at herself and life, and has a natural exuberance that
is infectious. People remember her and her songs years
later. Just ask anyone who has been to one of her concerts.
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 Hot
Toddy
Hot Toddy is an eclectic blend of contemporary styles
of music with a hint of the traditional. Somewhat folk/rock
in style, Hot Toddy transcends this genre, and is strongly
influenced by contemporary pop and independent artists.
However, Hot Toddy are far more flexible in their sound,
with influences ranging from reggae to power rock. With
a strong, multi-voice vocal style, this is transformed
into an entirely new "crossover" sound of
pop/folk rock. Hot Toddy has also proven to be one of
this genre’s most enduring acts, going from strength
to strength. Visit their website for more info www.webaustralia.net/hottoddy/
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 Magick
Hat
Magick Hat breathe new life into the ancient tradition
of Irish music, infusing it with infectious, raw energy,
passion and a sense of fun. Innovative arrangements
of traditional tunes combined with a mix of contemporary
folk and original songs.
A driving rhythm section of guitar and bodhran, coupled
with wild, raunchy fiddle, creates a full, rich and
dynamic sound.
Recently seen at the Woodford Folk Festival where they
led the Irish Ceilidh night and had the crowd dancing
up a storm.
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 Manuandbro
A powerful duo dedicated to pleasing their legions
of devoted fans. A relatively new outfit that combines
the soulful messages of the south seas with a new and
refreshing eclectic sound. Manuandbro will touch you
with their powerful harmonies and warming stage presence.
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 Murphy's
Lore
Murphy's Lore play Celtic & Australian folk, with
an aggressive style more akin to the Bushwackers than
traditional Irish bands, and featuring lead & harmony
vocals from all 4 members.
Beginning as 3 piece folk/bush band Diamantina in
1996, they soon began playing the Irish pubs which were
then appearing in Brisbane, adding a drummer in 1998
and changing name to Murphy's Lore. After some lineup
changes in the early 2000's, The four original members
of Murphy¹s Lore have reunited to play bushdances,
weddings and events such as the Brisbane Folk Festival.
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 Parker
Burke & Jason Murphy
Parker Burke and Jason Murphy have been playing their
indie & blues style around Brisbane since 1998.
Firstly with the vocal group Ivony then as a duo prior
to Jason entering uni, causing a hiatus.
While in Ivony, Parker honed not only her soulful vocal
style but also crafted her ability to be out front.
It was after Ivony, Parker and Jason combined their
song writing skills which presented an inspired and
fruitful period.
They went on to play introducing new collaborations
such as the bluesy ‘little sister’ or a
divergent ‘serious blah’ and Jason’s
ode to love ‘cyanide coffee’, who knows
what is coming next.
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 Rob
Dunn
Robbie Dunn has established him self as one of the
finest entertainers around today. A Dublin man by birth.
He came under the influence of the great Liam Weldon
of Tailors Hall fame. In the tradition of the Seanchai
[A traditional Irish storyteller] He will take you on
a journey with his songs and his storytelling. With
5 albums to his credit he is recognized as one of the
finest songwriters around at the moment. His regular
appearances on both TV and Radio have made him a popular
figure in the entertainment industry in Australia. His
songs are being played in his native Ireland Britain
a Canada and of course Australia Robbie is available
as a Solo/Duo or with his band “Bracken”
or his full Cabaret show, which includes Dancers Harpist,
Traditional Piper and of course Robbie with his band.
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Sarah Cunningham
Born in Glasgow Scotland Comes from an Irish family
and Glasgow Irish Culture. Qualified as a doctor then
went to live in Donegal Ireland for 7 years and married
a Donegal man. Has 4 children 3 Irish and one Aussie.Came
to Australia 1989 and have been singing professionally
part time and running my own medical centre since then.
I have released an Album in Ireland “Isle of Inisfree””
and a CD of original songs called “Ringing for
Peace” and came in the top 5 for vocalist of the
year and song of the year in the Queensland music awards.
Now intending to specialize in Celtic music .
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 SASS
Sarah is a 16 year old singing sensation. Her voice
is strong, powerful and beautiful. She is an amazing
talent, writing many of her own songs. Sarah has performed
at many festivals including the National Folk Festival.
Sarah will move you with the beauty of her voice and
the wisdom in her lyrics.
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 Songliners
Songliners came together in 1996 to champion justice
for Indigenous peoples. With our roots in the Reconciliation
movement, we will always support Aboriginal & Torres
Strait Islanders in their quests for sovereignty, land
rights, equality, justice, recognition, respect and
resources.
We sing specifically for reconciliation, social justice,
peace and environmental responsibility. Our repertoire
is a lively mix of contemporary, traditional, Indigenous,
world and original songs, all of which reflect these
core values. Every song is intended to sensitise audiences.
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 Spot
The Dog
Combines the genres of traditional and contemporary
music to produce an eclectic blend of folk, blues and
country.
Founding member and renowned Australian songsmith,
Mark Cryle (Bass/Mandolin) has been writing of life’s
tales and truths for well over 10 years alongside band
members Richard Evans (Guitars/Harmonica), Keith Megson
(Drums/Percussion), Helen McGreevy (Vocals/Guitar) and
Jodie Davis (Fiddle/Accordion/Mandolin).
Spot The Dog’s rootsy style highlights the various
musical backgrounds of its members, whilst vocally presenting
4 individually unique voices that sounds like many more
when blended.
Visit their website www.spotthedog.com.au
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 The
Gin Club
Are seven musicians from Brisbane with heads for folk
and bodies for gin. Their average age is 25, and only
three of them have jobs. Featuring cello, accordion,
piano, acoustic and electric guitar, drums, harmonica
and saxophone, as well as five singer/songwriters, their
shows are an eclectic mix of country, blues, folk and
jazz.
This ‘introspective collective’ has been
performing around Brisbane for about a year, and recently
supported Tim Rogers (You Am I) at the Troubadour, where
they joined him onstage for a rousing encore. They recently
recorded a debut album Ginasium at Airlock studios due
for release later this year. Website www.f-ss.com.au/ginclub/
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 Tullamore
Tree
Recently compleeting a world tour of Brisbane Tullamore
Tree are playing at the Brisbane Folk Festival on Saturday
the 10th July. Named Tullamore Tree as there is only
tree of them Brisbane's foremost Celtic Band will entertain
you with Irish and Scottish Music and will be joined
on stage by Martin Green on Whistle all the way from
Bray nr.Dublin Ireland to join the Tree.
Ra Sargent on Rythum and Base guitar and enjoy's the
odd bang on an old goat skin with his friends.
Jock all the way fae Dalkeith in Scotland but we don't
hold that against him without doudt the finest lead
guitar in OZ
The famous Scruffy on vocals and just you try and stand
still when he brings you the solid binding rythum and
driving Celtic beat backed by the finest Brisbane has
to offer. Visit their website www.justwebit.com/members/28378/
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Wayward Angels
The Wayward Angels are sisters Kathy Lee and Sandra
Kinsella. Kathy Lee has been heavily involved in the
country music industry since 1998, achieving national
chart success, and performing alongside most of the
top Australian Country Music Acts (including Lee Kernaghan,
John Williamson, Kasey Chambers, etc). See www.homestead.com/leekathy
and www.mp3.com.au
Sandy and Kathy grew up on the land with music playing
an important part of family and social life. The girls'
music has been influenced by a number of music genres
including classical, alternate, country and folk. The
sisters have a natural and blissful presence and combine
their exceptional singing and musical talents with their
natural country-girl style of country/folk for you at
the 2004 Brisbane Folk Festival.
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