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Alternative Music

The category of Alternative music includes artists that play underground music (not mainstream or commercial). The term 'Alternative' was coined in the 1980's and became popular in the 1990's, describing bands that couldn't fit into existing genres. Usually belonging to independent music labels, musicians in this category could be Grunge, Indie, or a fusion of genres.
   
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Jessica Paige
Based in Melbourne, VIC

Multi award-winning young singer songwriter of beautiful jazz infused songs. Hailed by leading industry bible "The Music Network" as having "one of the best voices we have heard all year and gorgeous lyrics to match" and recently featured in Rolling Stone, Australian Musician magazine and on Foxtel's "Launch of Legends" documentary, Jessica's charismatic and quirky performances captivate her discerning, music-loving audiences.


 
Megan Bowman
Based in Melbourne, VIC

Fusing roots, jazz and pop in a powerful one-woman show, singer-songwriter Megan Bowman is a magnetic ‘must have’ live performer. A 2006 John Butler Seed grant recipient, Megan is "sexy and intoxicating" (WLIB/WBLS Radio, NYC) and an independent artist who is “taking on the world and winning it over one heart at a time” (Inpress Magazine, Melbourne). Raw passion, dynamic vocals and diverse acoustic instrumentation ensure Megan’s shows are captivating and never the same twice. Music-loving crowds love Megan. Whatever the occasion, Megan brings her passion, professionalism and personality to the party.


 
Brianna Carpenter
Based in Brisbane, QLD

Her song writing has developed over time and through her other influences such as Jeff Buckley, Jamie Cullum, Ben Folds Five and Bic Runga; Brianna now creates a mix of Jazzy Pop Folk music. She brings life into the room when she begins to play, she strives to captivate her audiences. She speaks with them, tells them her stories and her travels. Her shows are intimate, like a conversation. Most recently Brianna was selected as a member of the Top 12 for the popular television show Australian Idol.


 
The Grand Scope
Based in Brisbane, QLD

Quality entertainment and tasty tunes to keep the spirits high and the crowd dancing, grooving or chillin. The grand scope is an outfit constructed of 3 well seasoned musicians’. Playing the best songs from a collection of the best artists!
With the ability and equipment to play everything from the biggest, loudest and rowdiest rooms to the more subtle, strip back Sunday sessions.


 
The Jimmy Watts Band
Based in Toowoomba, QLD

With blistering finger-picking guitar solos, lung popping harmonica riffs and freight train beats of the drums; there’s an initial ‘dear in the headlights’ moment that happens the first time audiences see Jimmy play. Whether it’s busting out solos’ while playing a lap slide standing up or singing a sweet and heartfelt ballad, he dances between genres' and styles to create a unique, transfixing and intimate performance, that soon has audiences bouncing up and down.


 
Ironstone
Based in Sunshine coast, QLD

Ironstone gives you passionate and energetic and contemporary folk/rock music in a contemporary, innovative and exciting style. They can cater for a sedate wedding, dinner, corporate event or rock the night away for a party crowd. Ironstone delivers great music by experienced and versatile musicians- driving rhythms to delicate airs and songs ready to create that “right” atmosphere for your event.


 
Nitidus
Based in Melbourne, VIC

Nitidus don’t claim to be the Hard Rock Artist of The Year, they let their LA Music Award speak for itself. The band have an agenda to bring hard rock to the masses, delivering an intense and uncompromising live show. Inspired by the genre’s finest - The Rolling Stones, Guns n Roses, Black Crowes, and Pearl Jam - Nitidus attract both traditional rock fans and a range ofniche audiences.


 
Lionel Lee
Based in Melbourne, VIC

Lionel Lee is the unrestrained chariot, the swerving vehicle for singer/songwriter Matthew E Baird’s meditations on the darker side of what some refer to as Southern Gothic or Gothic Country music. Matthew E Baird prefers to describe his laments as simply being: “tales of bitterness with just a dash of sweet sherry. However, no matter the titles or tags attached, it’s just good old fashioned story telling”.


 
Dizzy McKenna
Based in Melbourne, VIC

Dizzy McKenna - MC, Singer, Drummer, Band Leader, Monstar Drummer. MC, Vocalist, Drum-set, Congas, Percussion, Guitar, CD Producer. Playing Jazz, Blues, Rock, Reggae and Calypso. Afro-Celtic-Austro-Caribbean, Rock, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Afro- Celtic, Ethnic Folk, Salsa, World Beat, New Age, House and Jungle, Drum Workshop.


 
Risemann
Based in Adelaide, SA

Original 3 piece act. Have Supported The Beautiful Girls, and Featured at The Darwin Fringe Festival 06. Have a range of around 30 original songs from indie to rock to alternative all based around an emotional grasp on life. with hypnotic harmonies, keyboard, powerful guitar. To acoustic mastery and incredible bass and drum section.


 
Velvet Mojo
Based in Newcastle, NSW

We're Velvet Mojo from Newcastle, Australia. We're a Funk/Rock trio comprising of Mat "Hoyo" Hoy on Vocals & Bass, Dan "Funky Dan" Huish on Guitar & James "Goonbag" Hunt on drums. We've been gigging round Newy for nearly 2 years now racking up arount 50 shows but are extremely keen to hit the road & start spreading the word. Our sound is reminiscent of early Red Hot Chilli Peppers, John Butler Trio and Grinspoon mashed in a blender with cheap wine & bourbon & served Hot! (Pipin' Hot)


 
Combat Lullaby
Based in Brisbane, QLD

The band enjoys writing and performing their strong, progressive acoustic music as they do their powered rock sound. The band was born in 2001 with influences steming from a broad range of styles and consists of Talaela Wilce (Vocals), Blair Caporn (Guitar), Joel Howard (Bass) and Joel Denholm (Drums).


 
The OCD Plan
Based in Bunbury/Perth, WA

The OCD Plan are an alternative indie rock sound which can't really be likened to anyone else. With a very energetic live show and many differernt set lists.


 
Pathaway
Based in Perth, WA

With the 2008 release of their debut EP Similarities, Different Days, Perth based Pathaway are set to show the world their approach to music. The band's music incorporates aspects of both keyboard and guitar driven rock, along with advanced song writing and a desire to create an original and distinct sound.


 
Paul O'Rourke
Based in Melbourne, VIC

Paul O'Rourke has a great pop/rock sound, creating original melodies with memorable harmonies.
Available as either a solo or with band, Paul is a great acoustic act for any occasion.


 
Nick Tiliacos and Goodnight Thomas
Based in Thornbury, VIC

Nick Tiliacos and Goodnight Thomas are transient performers ready to take the stage with a drum kit, cello or keyboard as required. Whether as a stripped back 3 piece acoustic formation, or the fuller 7 piece band, these guys have been wooing audiences around Melbourne since 2006. Performing in venues such as The Northcote Social Club, Ruby’s of Belgrave and The East Brunswick Club Hotel, the performances have been well received, particularly by the great musicians like Heather Frahn, Tobias Cummings and Tim McMillan that they’ve shared the stage with.