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Thursday 2nd August - 6.00pm
Leigh James
Leigh James has played professionally since 1981, Folk, Rock, Jazz, Funk, Soul, Latin, World, Country and Decades of Pop! 4 North Coast Dolphin Awards to his credit for Funk, Pop, Gospel, and Country and with as many original CDs, Leigh has graced Festival stages as diverse as Woodford to Tamworth, from clubs and bars to Cruise Ships. Be entertained by one of the finest singer/songwriter/guitarists on the North/Gold Coasts: “If there’s a great lyric and melody AND a great groove to a tune you’re thinking of, try me! I may just know it”
Leigh James: Voice, Guitar, Loops, Stomp.
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Friday 3rd August - 7.30pm
Dennis Dean
Dennis singing style is in between Sting and Chris Issack and his fiery lead guitar playing featuring his fender 1973 telecaster guitar and cole clark acoustic has hints of Santana and Eric Clapton... The music he plays is popular and contemporary and with a huge repertoire of songs with most age groups and musical tastes catered for, and suitable for dancing as well.
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Saturday 4th August - 6.00pm
Phil Guest
Phil is the consummate entertainer. Be entertained as he engages the audience every step of the way with his show, his deep, resounding voice and extensive range of songs for all types of audience members.
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Thursday 9th August - 6.00pm
Phil Guest
Phil is the consummate entertainer. Be entertained as he engages the audience every step of the way with his show, his deep, resounding voice and extensive range of songs for all types of audience members.
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Friday 10th August - 7.30pm
Gemini
Gemini have an incredible repertoire of songs of all genres from Jazz & Blues, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Latin to Top 40 Dance and everything in between, coupled with a combined 30 years of experience in show business, they'll keep you ‘dance happy’ and having a great time. 'GEMINI' members Paul and Terrina are both vocalists and Multi-Instrumentalist on Sax, Flute, Harmonica, Congas & Percussion.
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Saturday 11th August - 6.00pm
Rod Murray
Rod Murray (keyboard, guitar and vocal) and Steve Dixon (drums) present an evening of classic and modern piano jazz compositions as well as light Rock and Blues guitar, played with a passionate delivery and expertise reflecting their many years in the Australian music industry. The show features a strong Aussie content, one of the longest serving and consistent drummers in Australia and excellent vocal delivery, all presented with sweat, and an uncompromising attitude and desire to please with a difference. Enjoy the Rod Murray Duo, for a celebration of some of the best Jazz and Blues songs ever written.
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Thursday 16th August - 6.00pm
Phil Guest
Phil is the consummate entertainer. Be entertained as he engages the audience every step of the way with his show, his deep, resounding voice and extensive range of songs for all types of audience members.
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Friday 17th August - 7.30pm
Sweet Mixjah
This classy and exciting duo is set apart from many with their extraordinary talent for vocal harmony. Their repertoire is extensive: 50s and Sixties, Soul to Rock ‘n’ Roll, Disco to Calypso, R&B to Nineties dance.
It's PARTY TIME! With Sweet Mixjah a great night is guarantee.
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Saturday 18th August - 6.00pm
Ear Candy
Ear Candy are a versatile, professional & experienced musical act with a captivating vocal sound combined with great musicianship. They have an extensive music repertoire that includes a collection of modern & Top 40, Classic Rock, Easy Listening, Acoustic, Country, Blues & Rock n Roll music . Covering decades from the 50’s until now, Ear Candy are a popular act for diners, dancers and for those that like to watch & listen. Ear Candy guarantee professional & quality entertainment. Darrel & Rhonnie are accomplished studio musicians with a complete collection of original music. They write, record & produce their own styles of music & have received local awards & radio air-play in Australia & overseas. Ear Candy’s music is available on i-Tunes and at most on-line digital outlets.
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COUNTRY MUSIC SESSIONS
Sunday 19th August - 1.00 - 4.00pm
Wally & the Gators
Wally and the Gators are in popular demand on the Gold Coast and Brisbane and play a wide variety of classics from 50's, 60's & 70's - songs from country, country rock and blues.
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Thursday 23rd August - 6.00pm
Phil Guest
Phil is the consummate entertainer. Be entertained as he engages the audience every step of the way with his show, his deep, resounding voice and extensive range of songs for all types of audience members.
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Friday 24th August - 7.30pm
Long Gone Daddys
Long Gone Daddys, Chris Doyle Keyboards/ Bass and Vocalist (from Wolverines Australian Country Band fame) Along with Steve Fisher on Lead Guitar with synthesizer, rock out some great 50's 60's R&R and Country Music. The arrangements and expertise of these great musicians, is top class entertainment.
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Saturday 25th August - 6.00pm
Fabian
Fabian started his singing career at the age of 16 when he fronted a covers band for 3 years in South Africa. After immigrating to Australia in 1974, he became semi-professional, entertaining on weekends. At the age of 34, he had done in excess of 600 shows in NSW. It was now time to turn professional.
In 2003/4 Fabian became one of the most booked artists on the Sunshine Coast. 2005 saw Fabian going to Bangkok to headline a star-studded show at the 5star Blue Wave Club. Two months and 72 shows later, Fabian headed off to South Africa for 7 months, entertaining at the world-renowned Keegans, and various other clubs doing in excess of 100 shows.
After a 4 week break in Switzerland, Fabian headed home and settled on the Gold Coast where he now resides.
Fabian specializes in music from the 60s,70's and 80s, from old-time dancing to rock n roll.
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Thursday 30th August - 6.00pm
Phil Guest
Phil is the consummate entertainer. Be entertained as he engages the audience every step of the way with his show, his deep, resounding voice and extensive range of songs for all types of audience members.
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Friday 31st August - 7.30pm
Robbie Bostock
The fans absorb the beautiful flow of guitarist Robbie Bostock’s fingers and passion to which he plays his riffs. His relaxed and calm statue is unbelievable as his talent shines on!" -Faster Louder.
Robbie started to play the guitar at the age of 7, since then Robbie has opened for many Australian icons including INXS, JIMMY BARNES, MARK SEYMOUR, ROSS WILSON and DARYL BRAITHWAITE. He has also played alongside STEVIE WRIGHT, PHIL EMMANUEL and more recently Robbie has been playing lead guitar for DEAN RAY (X-factor runner up) and has just released a collaboration album with guitar legend Phil Emmanuel.
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