Michael’s voice is emerging as one of the rarest and most original of talents in the Australian roots music scene – he is the real deal. In the tradition of the troubadour storyteller, his songs are gut-wrenchingly honest, emotionally brave and compellingly beautiful. He brings audiences to laugh, cry and sing along as they recognise […]

This Melbourne-based band is fast making a name for themselves in the Australian music scene. Maggie and Elsie Rigby started performing and touring with their family band, The Rainmakers,in their early teens and won the Lis Johnston Award for Vocal Excellence at the National Folk Festival 2011. Anita Hillman has played since 2009 with successful […]

The Slow to Wake Trio represents a snapshot of the Celtic immigrant heritage of many Australians. The group’s unique sound is the result of bringing together three diverse musicians, each with their own musical voice, in a joyful, creative collaboration. Síle, the newest Australian in the group, hails from Ireland. Jean is the daughter of […]