Friday 10th Dec – World By Night

November 29, 2010

 Take a trip around the world in Brisbane’s own backyard! 

                       BEMAC took over the CBD (or at least a part of it…lol..) on Friday 10th December from 6pm – 9pm with 3 stages of world music in King George Square, Albert Street and Burnett Lane, there was food and craft stalls and workshops!!
People took a trip around the world in Brisbane’s own backyard!
BEMAC are pleased to present the city’s best world music, including a special performance by the winner of 2010’s Q Song World Music category. Performers are such as Timbet2 Timbuk2, Heather Lee & Kim Cuno, Brisbane Babas Band, La Grand Salsa, Bilge Ozgun, Delkash, Baalo Baajo, Walisuma.

Sunday 19th Dec – Spacifix at QPAC

November 29, 2010

                   What do you get if James Brown adopted a band and had Jimmy Hendrix, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, The Beatles,  The Jacksons, Led Zeppelin & Al Green come by to jam?For those of you in Australia who may not know yet, SPACIFIX are a five piece band encompassed in colour, electrifying energy, reggae, rib, soul, funk & jazz vibes. SPACIFIX have recently returned from a series of successful shows in Amsterdam, Holland, France and London, followed closely by Sydney and Melbourne.
 The excitement released from their live performances & unique blend of pop, funk, reggae remains continuously refreshing. They are a lot of fun to watch and bring great energy. Aside from their musical skills (each member is a multi-instrumentalist) each band member resonates an inner humility and deep respect for their craft. 
Spacifix are currently writing songs and focusing on further building their fan base.

Sunday 19th Dec – Oka at QPAC

November 29, 2010

                 Firstly Oka would like to show their support and respect to all indigenous peoples around the world striving to keep their cultures alive. A special mention to all custodians of this land we call home – Australia. The core of Oka is Stu (DidgeriStu) and Chris. The Oka sound is deeply rooted in the laid back coastal style of our home. I guess it makes people feel how they do when they visit here chillaxed. Here is a collection of words that we put to together because we always get asked to describe our music: “a fusion of eclectic world sounds, roots, dub, reggae, jazz and organic electronica”… yep it’s a lot of words. My favourite description though comes from a new Oka fan in Canada: “i have to say, your music is like nothing i’ve ever heard. love it! techno-folk-aboriginal-jungle-hippie-rock? damn.”

Sunday 19th Dec – Kooi at QPAC

November 29, 2010

              Songwriter, singer and trumpet player, Peter Hunt, provides the seeds of most of the groups songs. He is joined by Dom Hede (drums), Tom Hinchliffe (bass), Lachlan Mitchell (guitar), and Conan Griffiths (guitar) and Darcy McNulty (sax). Together they create the groups’ distinctive flow and sound that reflects the members’ love for reggae, jazz, African and folk music.

Sunday 5th Dec – Shoeless Joe at QPAC

November 29, 2010

                 Using a combination of Maori and English spoken music Shoeless Joe creates a unique sound by these talented musicians. Also play contemporary reggae with emphasis on unification to produce positive messages in their music.Band Members:

Quinton Cassidy,Graham Howells ,Tim Ingram

Sunday 5th Dec – Matt James at QPAC

November 29, 2010

                An electric performer, define the true meaning of a multi-instrumental musician. Simultaneously using the deep vibrations of didgeridoos with rhythmic percussion, soulful guitar, and serenading flutes, Matt’s music takes you on a journey through many flavours of rhythm and melody.

His rich tribal grooves will move your body and your soul.

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