Rock n Roll

The Rock and Roll (also known as Rock n Roll) category lists those bands performing 50's style Rock n Roll which became popular with white audiences with the release of Bill Haley's "Rock Around the Clock" (1954)

Andrew Portelli is a fantastic International renowned Elvis Tribute Artist. He has 16 years of experience & has played all over Australia. In his show he offers an Elvis Tribute Show with choreographed dancers if required. You will be mesmerised! He also offers you a 50s 60s & 70s live performance, where you will be able to dance the night away. Andrew Portelli is a versatile vocalist who performs memorable classics from such greats as: The Big "O" , The legendary Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, Neil Diamond, Grease, Bill Haley and not forgetting the King himself, Elvis Presley! and many, many more.

Formed in early 2003, Kickstart are now one of the most popular covers bands in south-east Queensland and play regularly in the better clubs and pubs as well as major outdoor and corporate events. Although, like many other cover bands, we play the classic rock songs from the 70s onwards, the sound we produce is what sets us apart … we aim for our covers to sound as authentic and close to the original as possible … so we don’t use any backing tracks and you will only see us performing as a full 5-piece band.

Smart Artists (Colloseus Entertainius) were formed some time after lunch on October 22 2002. This 4-piece band promises you one 'helluva' great night out delivering an instantly infectious brand of rock that captures energy and emotion with a definitive spontaneous feel. The bands formula for success is simple... combine rolling verse with catchy chorus and danceable rhythms. The result is a ubiquitous 'aussie pub' rock sound full of hooks and crunchy guitars.

Almost Famous delivers a great night's entertainment anywhere, anytime! From the blues to screaming rock 'n' roll, beautiful ballads to foot tappin' country, an incredible repertoire that reaches back as far as Nat King Cole, through to Chuck Berry and the Beatles.

Rock / Blues band in Adelaide SA. Think "The Fabulous Thunderbirds" meets Chuck Berry. Good Rockin' Tonite are a six piece outfit with guitars,drums, keys and sax. Out front is Jim "Mr. Jimi" Swan belting out rock and blues tunes to fire up your party.

Nick Leon has been performing acoustic shows for over 10 years; a professional performer. With a choice of line-ups to suit all size stages and venues, Nick is happy to provide the atmosphere and repertoire to cater for your special event. A show of the highest Quality for any function.

Wicked Octopus is a show band like no other. Costuming, theme designed props and audience participation is only the start. This Audio/Visual band has its own patented lighting show. Purpose designed lighting equipment fills the venue with bright coloured lights that dance and merge with the music like no show before. Wicked Octopus may play popular party and dance music but isn’t just a copy of another band. When you see the effect we call Koolfusion you will know there is more to music than sound only.

With 15 years experience, Mahogany satisfies the blues & classic rock appetites with a progression of sounds from the down and dirty ‘Muddy Waters/Howlin’ Wolf’ era through to the hugeness of ‘Clapton, Stones, Hendrix and Doors’. Passionate and energised performances will guarantee you’ll be tappin’ your feet or howlin’ along with the set.

With both female and male vocals, Smoke perform popular cover songs from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s through to the chart music of today and can cater for any occasion with various entertainment options such as Jazz, Acoustic and/or Electric sets. Smoke’s high-energy cover sets and on stage antics will ensure your Wedding, Private or Corporate function is a success from Start to Finish!

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.

The Giant Hamsters was formed so we could enjoy playing the songs we grew up with, no pretence, no complications. This is a quality pop rock outfit that enjoys performing, entertaining and surprising its audiences with ‘good times and great rock n roll’.

This talented group of professionals allows the band to perform a varied repertoire including your favorite: Classics, Top 40 Chart Hits, and Techno Dance tracks. The Toothless Dragons new combination of synth keyboards and electronics drums enables the band to produce many different formats and styles of music, this in turn enables them to create a show for any venue or occasion.

Ignition are a Hi Energy hard hitting Rockabilly/ Rock ‘n’ Roll / Blues / Country Band. Consisting of 3 x experienced musicians who love to make an impact on there audience. Dave Attana: Lead Guitar / Slap Bass / Lead Vocals. Peter Mawson: Slap Bass / Lead Guitar / Lead Vocals. Dave Hudson: Drums / Slap Bass / Lead Vocals. Music ranging from 1950’s to original songs see song list for more info.

Reflex is a quality musical duo that boasts musical excellence and great entertainment! The Duo with members Phil Sherington (vocals and guitar) and Graham Bishop (vocals and keyboards) plays a great blend of Classic Hits “Unplugged”. Reflex is the perfect act for your venue, corporate event, festival or special occasion.

Shadoogie is Australia's leading five piece Classic 50's - 60's Rock & Roll Band. Performing at, Private Functions, Hotrod Club Gigs, Major RSL & Serviceman Clubs, Dances and Corporate Events. By performing hits from all the greats such as, Elvis, Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Eddie Cochran, The Shadows, Ricky Nelson and more... you are guaranteed a trip back in time with Shadoogie.

From the moment Personal Touch hit the stage, the audience is in awe of their high standard of musicianship, vocals with superb harmonies and stage presentation. Personal Touch give a high energy performance, singing hits from the Classic 50’s and 60’s Rock N Roll era, to the top hits of today. High priority is given to party & dance music, but the band are just as at ease with dinner music for Weddings and Corporate Dinners.

Adelaide based 60s band The Invasion cover artists such as, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks & The Who, plus many more. The Invasion  will help make any event a memorable one and get you moving and dancing from the opening chord right through till closing.