Jude is based in Melbourne, Victoria with a passion for
country music starting at an early age. He grew up listening to the styles and
likes of legendary American Country Stars such as Merle, George, Marty, Lefty,
Willie, Jim and Elvis Presley. He is also a fan of select Australian Country
Artists.
Over the years, he has tried his hand at song-writing,
but only lately has progressed to transform his lyrics into songs and recordings
which have resulted in production of a five track CD. His smooth vocal and
skilful song-writing have exposed his talents in his recording. His CD contains
four original songs and one cover song with is professionally recorded with the
Feral Swing Katz in Sydney at the Swinging Door Studios. His vocal confidence
and presence on stage has captured many an audience Victoria
wide.
One of his originals “You’re the Hub in my life’s wheel”
secured a place in the Professional Contemporary Country category at the June
2006 Southeast Queensland Song-writing Contest and a finalist in the Male Vocal
of the Year Victorian Awards Whittlesea 2007. His guest artist appearances at
the RSLs and Country Music Clubs in Country Victoria is spreading fast and wide
leaving his audience wanting more. His vocal prowess covers Rock a Billy and
Rock ‘n’ Roll as well, but his heart is still deep rooted in country music with
Marty, Merle and Buck Owens’ songs his top choices.
To experience an artist with compelling professionalism
and dedication in country music please attend and support Jude’s performance
when his is in town or passing through. It will leave you wanting more. His CD
is continuing to receive steady air play and requests for his songs are quite
regular. His performances cover community dances, family functions, festivals
and where ever country music fans can be entertained.
James Scott, 33, grew up in Broome, in far North Western Australia where he found his appreciation for music. He became involved in Broome's flourishing musical scene singing in several bands beginning at age13.
"Being a young kid growing up during the 80's, and being surrounded by the local talent in Broome, I think, played a big role in what I wanted to achieve and where I wanted to be as a vocalist/songwriter".
"Mum was my mentor and teacher, she also was a singer back in the old days. I still remember the stories my Gran tells me about how beautiful her voice was and how she could work the stage and the audience". So James decided to follow in his mothers footsteps.
James left Broome to further his passion, and at age 17 he underwent vocal training in operatic & classical at the Academy of Performing Arts, Mt Lawley Perth. During this time, James decided to advertise to join a band. Because of his vocal style he was recruited by Tempest, a Prog Rock band, in which he was the vocalist for many years.
Early 2009, James moved from Western Australia to Bendigo, Victoria to persue his musical career in country.
James has met many artists since his move and is currently working with Rich Bice (musician/producer) who has worked with some of Australia's names of country - Stan Coster, Kasey Chambers, Olive Bice, Buddy Weston; just to name a few.
"I really wanted to get back to my roots and play and sing the way I wanted to".
It is undisputed that James musical appreciation ranges from country to hard rock, it is evident in his unique song writing. James says"Diversity is the key to appreciate all forms and genres of music”.
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The Hoffmans
Heather and David have been performing country music since the early years of their lives
Having met in 1982, Heather joined David’s band Top Country and the two married soon after.
Spending 12 years on Queensland’s Gold Coast playing professionally in the club circuits they have now come back to there first love Country Music.
Heather is a well-seasoned performer. She started to sing at 7 years of age at local talent quests, schools and clubs.
Heather won a scholarship to study classically at the Melba Conservatorium and finished with honors at AMEB levels.
Heather has worked in bands since the early 80’s but she is now very happy to sing with husband, David doing what they do best.
David has performed mainly as a backing band member since the tender age of 13. The best know“star” he has toured with was Normie Rowe where he toured for 2 years around Australia in the late 70’s at the young age of 17.
David has also played for many well-known acts at festivals and concerts such as Lee Conway, The Hawking Bros, and Frankie Davidson.
Together they will tell you that there is nothing better than working with each other.They have such diverse backgrounds in music but with their captivate harmonies, along with their crystal clear voices all their performances are described as being exhilarating, humorous, emotive and passionate.
Their first CD “Country at Heart” released in 2007 and their second CD “24 Hours from Home” released in Aug 2007 with the third CD “Moreton Bay St”
Anne Conway has had a long and varied career in the Country Music industry. She has travelled through much of Australia performing and also toured New Zealand with an Australian Showcase
Awards and accolades Anne has received include
· Induction into Tamworth Hands of Fame
· Spirit of Tamworth “Most Spectacular Career Progress”
· Induction into the South Tamworth Bowling Club’s Women in Country Wall of Fame
· Induction into Rocky Page’s Hall of Fame in Barmera, South Australia
· South Australian Country Music Industry Award
· Two times finalist in Victorian Professional Country Music Awards—Female Vocal
popular music andcan work with a resident band or is fully self contained with her custom made backing, guitar and sound system. She is finding herself particularly in demand for cultural festivals and the like where she proudly showcases Australian history and culture.
Anne records on th eBirubi recording label and currently has three C.D. album’s available.
During 2007 Anne performed at many events including Bendigo Easter Fair, Australia Day Events,featured artist at various Country Music Clubs, Senior Citizens Week, NAIDOC Week Events, Dahlia and Arts Festival as well as many private and fundraising occasions.
2008 will be a busy year as even at the start of the year Anne has been booked for several festivals, cultural events, numerous private functions and of course she maintains a heavy schedule of fundraising performances.
Anne has a$20,000,000 public risk policy with “Duck for Cover” which is often apre-requisite for performance at many venues.
Enquiries can be made to Birubi Enterprises
Ph 03 5442 2973
Fax (03) 5441 2439
Mob 0418 579501
PO Box 16 California Gully 3556 Email: birubi@imulse.net.au
Dave is a Country Music Singer/Songwriter from the Victorian country town of Bacchus Marsh, just west of Melbourne. With 30 years experiencein the Entertainment Industry, Dave boasts an impressive resume, which recently included:
2008 Winner “Gentleman” Geoff Brown TIARA Award
2008 Finalist TSA/Capital News New Songwriter Award
2008 & 2007 Finalist Victorian Country Music Awards – Male Vocal
Latest release “The Devil’s New Girlfriend – EP” 5 Original tracks following on from the highly successful 2007release “It’s Just Turned Drinking Time – EP” another 5 Original tracks which included, the singles, released for National Radio Airplay and the Award Winning & Nominated songs “It’s Just Turned Drinking Time”,“Waiting Here”and “Sing Hello Mary Lou”.
Dave is no stranger to being in the limelight fronting successful touring bands in the past such as “Dave &Crystal Canyon” the “Razzamatazz Showband” and the “Spindrift Showband”. He now works in his Solo Show and at every opportunity works with guitarist, “Nathan Warrick” and whenever the opportunity arises, of course, a cool band line-up.
Working with some of the industry’stop acts or performing on the same stage over a number of years, Dave has developed a unique style of communicating to audiences by his genuine love of music and people. This has been a full and rich experience making Dave the performer he is today.
Dave is currently continuing his busy work schedule performing,writing, recording and promoting his current songlist. His CD’s are distributed through WJO Distribution and can be purchased from any Leading Edge or local music store. They can also be purchased from Dave’s Website.
TRACY COSTER was born into country music.Daughter of the legendary Stan Coster she grew up performing as a vital part of her fathers traveling show. One thing you can say about Coster, she is nothing if not determined.Passionate about her heritage and the heritage of country music, she continues to take her music on the road.
The award winning album “Coster Country”is a collection of her Dad’s finest songs – a tribute to her late father StanCoster. The album features duets from the likes of John Williamson, Adam Harvey, Lee Kernaghan and Anne Kirkpatrick and there is also a very special duet with her Dad.
Songs filled with emotion and some of the finest vocals that I have ever heard from her –Charlie Sparrow, Blue’s Country Magazine
Coster Country received recognition being named Australian Independent Country Music Awards 2004 Heritage Track Of The Year with‘Bush Barbeque’.
Coster Country is a loving tribute … to the man and the music that was Stan Coster,delivered with depth and feeling by his daughter Tracy....shows that the new generation can get into our traditional Australian music. …well crafted,heartfelt tribute – Peter Coad, Capital News
Tracy’s whirlwind of success continued – receiving her first Golden Guitar for Vocal Collaboration with Anne Kirkpatrick for ‘Back to the Saltbush Plain’at the 2005 CMAA Golden Guitar Awards. Proceeding totake out back to back awards for Album OfThe Year & Comedy Song Of The Year at theStan Coster Memorial Bush Ballad Awards.
This is one young lady who knows where she came from, where she wants be, and just keeps on getting better.
Recently claiming the 2005 Australian Independent Country Music AwardsAlbum Of The Year & NSW Golden Medallion Awards Female Vocalist Of The Year.
The new single ‘I Don't Want To Talk About Rain’ released early 2006, gained chart success on the Top 30 Country Tracks chart. The follow up to the successful album Coster Country, it is a light hearted look at the typical Aussie trait of always mentioning the weather, regardless of what the direction the conversation takes.
It also features two additional tracks ‘Why Do I Feel Like Crying’ and ‘Murrumbidgee River song Blues’, originally recorded at Hadley studios in Tamworth in 1985 and only previously released on vinyl – a collectors item.
Tracy knows first hand the joys and hardships of life on the road. Seventeen years of touring with her father non stop - we’re talking right through the centre; all through the outback; mining towns; missions; pubs; clubs; schools, you name it they played it. Towing caravans, changing tyres, loading in and setting up equipment were just some of her job descriptions. Five nights a week, ten months of the year she learned about paying her dues.
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