In a year that was known for social and environmental protests, one voice rang out for the people of Chile, Nano Stern. A superstar in his home country, Nano performed to over 180,000 protestors whilst his single La Puta Esperanza became the theme for their dissent. Named “One of the most in-demand international artists on the domestic festival scene” by Tony Hillier [Rhythms 2011] Nano Stern has brought Australian audiences to their feet from his first visit as a solo artist in 2008. He is a confirmed favourite at folk and world music festivals across the country as well as his own ...
Born blind, Gurrumul grew up as a member of the Gumatj clan on Elcho Island, off the coast of tropical North East Arnhem Land. This enigmatic musician first came to attention when he released his eponymous debut to international claim. His angelic voice connected with listeners worldwide including Elton John, will.i.am and Sting who are big fans. The album has sold half a million copies worldwide and his music has become an international sensation transcending cultural boundaries. 2011 saw Gurrumul perform for US President Barack Obama, the Queen and Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederick. He also took home Best ...
“Future Past Perfect Tour” December 2011 the church’s 30th Anniversary year has taken the band all over the USA and Australia with the induction in October 2010 into the ARIA Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. In April 2011 the band played their “A Psychedelic Symphony” concert at a sold out Sydney Opera House with the 70-piece George Ellis Orchestra. To conclude these celebrations the band are pleased to announce the Australian “Future Past Perfect Tour” in December 2011. The band will perform an album from each decade of their existence – the critically acclaimed Untitled #23, perennial fan favourite ...
The rich and evocative soundtrack to Mad Bastards has stood out on its own as a reflection of life in remote North Western Australia – haunting, moving and soulful. The collaboration between Alex Lloyd and the Pigram Brothers received widespread acclaim as he first single from the soundtrack, “Nothing Really Matters” was added to high rotation on the ABC local radio network nationally and community radio stations across the nation. A spot at Blues Fest and a sell out national tour ensured that the Mad Bastards Trio will have a warm reception should they decide to combine their musical talents ...
Kalkadunga Man is an artistic musical collaboration that features Australia’s leading didgeridoo master William Barton and the extraordinary voices of The Song Company. Thanks to Principal Sponsor TOTAL E&P Australia, and the support of numerous corporate and private businesses and government funding agencies, Kalkadunga Man toured to WA and Darwin during July & August 2011. AUM PR specialises in working with indigenous, local and national media. The campaign centred on the performance locations which spread from Perth – Darwin, taking in Broome, Kununurra and other regional centres. Kalkadunga Man highlights: www.tura.com.au www.songcompany.com.au williambarton.com.au
Known globally for his mastery of intergalactic funk, his outlandish costumes and multi-coloured dreadlocks – the revered George Clinton and this gathering of The P-Funk Collective came to land in Australia for two shows ahead of their Blues Fest 2011 appearance. Interviews with Mr Clinton were hot property with coverage received in major newspapers and national radio ensuring that the crowd at capacity and ready to get down! George Clinton highlights: www.georgeclinton.com
One of the genuine music greats that began in the 1960s and is still performing today, Buffy Sainte-Marie is a concert artist, extraordinary songwriter and composer, painter, digital artist, civil rights activist, pacifist, noted philanthropist, and educator on Native American culture. Booked for Blues Fest 2011, Buffy Sainte Marie also performed shows in Melbourne and Sydney. AUM PR worked on a highly specialised media campaign to reach Buffy’s target audience during one of the busiest holiday weekends in Australia. Buffy Sainte-Marie highlights: www.creative-native.com