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 – 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.
21 Nov – View From Madeline’s Couch @ QPAC
November 19, 2010
Anje West: vocals & percussion, Kym Ambrose: vibraphone & percussion,
Owen Newcomb: bass, backing vocals, percussion, Mark Henman: drums, percussion, Jamie Clark: guitar.
Brisbane-based Madcouch, (as they are fondly known), exist as the result of the shared passion – for each other and for Brazilian music – of husband & wife co-founders Anje West & Kym Ambrose. In 1998 they began exploring bossa nova and other styles of Brazilian music, finding ways to adapt the vibraphone to these very particular guitar-based genres, learning the nuances of the music and the Portuguese language as they went. Anje & Kym studied music in Brazil for the first time in 2004, naturally progressing to composing their own tunes, though they continue to include some Brazilian gems in a now largely original repertoire.
Sunday 21st 4:10pm at QPAC’s Cascade Court, Melbourne St
21 Nov – Mihirangi @ QPAC
November 19, 2010
Mihirangi a versatile New Zealand Maori singer/songwriter and a rising star in the world music, pop, jazz and R’n’B scene. Kape Communications researched and wrote the successful application to New Zealand Maori Music Fund for the production of Mihi Rangi’s debut single. Mihirangi has a reputation in Aotearoa (NZ) and Australia as a Maori singer/songwriter. In Australia she is a vocalist in contemporary and traditional settings.
23 Nov – Femi Kuti @ The Powerhouse
November 19, 2010
Afro-beat royalty pays Brisbane Powerhouse a visit next month when Femi Kuti andhis 16 piece strong band, The Positive Force, land in Brisbane for the very first time for one show only on Tuesday 23 November at 7:30pm.
Returning to Australia after Womadelaide performances in 2007, Femi Kuti brings a rich lineage to the stage as the eldest son of the late Afrobeat pioneer and superstar, Fela Kuti; whose profile is at an all time high thanks to the Broadway production based on his life and music Fela!
Tickets: Full $ 59, Galleries $45
Booking: 07 3358 8600 or
23 Nov – Asim Goreshi @ Powerhouse
November 18, 2010
6pm Tuesday 23rd November, Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse
Asim is a musician who has travelled the long winding road that has earned him a unique background both as an educator and artist. He holds a bachelor degree in music from the University of Khartoum in Sudan as well as other numerous academic certificates. He has also participated in numerous festivals such as Khartoum International Festival, Djibouti Horn Festival as well as the Galaa Festival in Egypt.
Asim Gorashi is a founding member of the band Sudanese Sound, he has also played in the band of Sudan’s best-loved singer, folk hero and revolutionary Mohammed Al-Amin. Asim is a multi instrumentalist. Apart from the oud and violin, he also sings and plays keyboards, the Arabic lute, Sudanese traditional guitar, mandolin as well as viola.
This is a free event.
Tahitian Dance, Ukelele, Percussion & Songwriting Workshops
November 4, 2010
5TH November FREE Tahitian Dance Workshop & Ukelele workshop 6.30pm-8.30pm @ BEMAC
6thNovember FREE Island Percussion Workshop & Songwriting with Paula Fuga 10.30am-12.30pm @ BEMAC
Paula Fuga is an american singer-songwriter based in Hawaii…
A humble beginning surrounded by the blues and gospel music of Louisiana, rooted and matured in the cultural richness and diversity of Hawaii, and eventually touring the East and West Coasts of America, have infused Paula Fuga with a voice that is wet with soul from America’s Bible Belt, ripened by the various textures of paradise, and cultivated with sophistication through a sovereign journey.
On her independent record label, Pakipika Productions, Paula Fuga has managed to release her unique flavor of music around the world, earning an astounding and dedicated fan base, while collecting impressive critical acclaim, including a Na Hoku Hano Hano Award; Hawaii’s highest and most prestigious music honor, which lead to her collaboration with the Honolulu Symphony, opening for Three Dog Night.
If you had to peg Paula Fuga into a certain music genre, it would be almost impossible. But if you had to? Something like modern Hawaiian soul might suffice. Paula is fueled by the grit and glamour of love. She is as tortured by it as she is inspired. And this is why everyone can relate to her. She is complex, intelligent and real with the depth and passion to become an icon. In May, Paula released her self-produced, all original debut album, Lilikoi, a blend of tradition and evolution: soul and jazz–infused lyrics sprinkled with Hawaiian language, organic instruments like the nose flute and ‘ukulele, and a voice filled with so much soul, you’re guaranteed to become an instant fan.
Her official website is www.paulafugamusic.com.
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