JOEL SUTTON
AVAILABLE FOR: Drums, Percussion, Production, Mixing
CREDITS Live Performance Ali Penney and The Money Makers, Adam Brand, Bad Boys Batacuda, Bondi Cigars, Blacksmith Hopkins, Chris Wilson, D Henry Fenton, The Flood, Foreday Riders, Geoff Achison and The Soul Diggers, The Hippos, Holly, Johnnie Johnson, James Reyne, Johnno's Blues Band, Mary Jane Guiney, Melinda Schneider, Steve Hoy, Simon Cox, Toni Swain, Tania Bowra, Tommy Emmanuel and Albert Lee, Vika & Linda Bull and many more. Recordings Mal Eastick - "The Southern Line" (Exile Records) D Henry Fenton - "Autumn Sweet" (Laughing Outlaw) Holly - "Tiny Pieces" (Roadshow Music) Holly - "Dumb Waiter" (Roadshow Music) Bondi Cigars - "32 Premium Cuts: 1990 - 2006" (Thorny Devil) Bondi Cigars - "Twilight Walking" (Thorny Devil) Bondi Cigars - "Right or Wrong" (Thorny Devil) Television The Midday Show, Hey Hey It's Saturday, The Today Show, In Melbourne Tonight, Studio 22, Channel [V] |
KENDAL DAINES
AVAILABLE FOR: Lead vocals, backing vocals, acoustic guitar
About Kendal: Kendal's love of music began at age 6 on a keyboard, originally purchased for her older sisters. After moving to Townsville at age 12, she started focusing on her guitar and vocals and was rather successful amongst the Country Music festival circuit - both statewide and in Tamworth. Since then, Kendall has performed in multiple shows in Townsville and abroad including guest spots at Townsville Crocodiles and North Queensland Cowboys games. In 2015, Kendall was honoured to perform alongside the likes of Adam Brand and Travis Collins at the Townsville Muster. With her Country Music history, Kendal's music has morphed into a rather eclectic form - with many influences in her performances and songwriting - including folk, indie, blues and roots. |
NICK MEREDITH
AVAILABLE FOR: Guitars
About Nick: Nick has been a recording and live performer for the last 30 years with regular live gigs and recording sessions with many top Australian artists including: Russell Morris, Jim Keayes (Masters Apprentices), Daryl Cotton (Zoot), Matt Finish, Tim Finn, ABC'S Chaser Team, Jeff Duff, Floyd Vincent, Simon Meli, Steve Balbi (Noiseworks, Electric Hippies), Damien Lovelock (Celibate Rifles), Tina Harrod (Jacky Orsazki), Phil Burton (Human Nature), Elliot Weston, Rhonda Burchmore, Steve Hoy, David Beniuk, Dan Greenwood, Matt Walker, Kerri Simpson, Rebecca Barnard, Shane O'Mara, Lucky Grills, Little Patti, Barry Crocker, Raoul Graf, Delliah, Ian Turpie, Nick Barker, Johnny G and The E Types, Abby Dobson, The Swinging 60's, Holly and many others. Nick has appeared on a number of ARIA Award winning albums and Logie Award winning television shows. He has also been recorded for documentaries, movie soundtracks, and completed hundreds of sessions for artists and commercial projects. Nick can read charts and notation and improvise in most styles, to offer original hooks and solos where needed. He also has a vast collection of instruments to fit most musical situations. "I highly recommend Nick Meredith as an incredibly talented and organised musician. He has worked with me for many years". - RUSSELL MORRIS |
SHANE PACEY
AVAILABLE FOR: Guitars
About Shane: Shane Pacey is a guitarist, songwriter, producer and vocalist with over 40 years experience. He has written and produced albums for his own bands - Bondi Cigars and The Shane Pacey Trio - as well as local artists from the Southern Highlands region of New South Wales where he currently resides. Shane also creates production music which has been used both nationally and internationally - in the USA. |
TAMMY MOXON
AVAILABLE FOR: Vocals and Backing Vocals
About Tammy: Tammy Moxon is a singer/songwriter from Townsville, QLD. She has worked full time as a musician for the past three years performing live gigs, recording and releasing her own original music, as well as recording harmonies for fellow musicians. Tammy's debut album, "Fall In Time", was released in 2016 and included her first single, "Home Ground", which reached #6 on Australian Country Radio. She has supported the likes of Felicity Urquhart, The Bushwackers, and as a guest with Kevin Bennett & The Flood. Tammy's versatility in all genres helps her busily continue working in and around North Queensland towns and regions, as well as the Tamworth Country Music Festival held annually in January. |
GLENN SUCKLING
AVAILABLE FOR: Bass
About Glenn: During his career, Glenn has touring with legendary Australian performers including Broderick Smith, Russell Morris, Angry Anderson, Madder Lake and Lynne Randall. During 2003, Glenn played on Amity Dry's album, "The Lighthouse", and has toured with Ray Charles and Wilson Pickett. Glenn is currently working with Doug Parkinson and Max Merritt & The Meteors and when not touring - he plays in his own award winning band, House of Fun. |
STEVE PATON
AVAILABLE FOR: Bass
About Steve: Steve Paton started his musical journey playing bass in an originals band in Townsville. Soon he was invited to form "Oz Rock" with Australian and International management, which played most of the East Coast of Australia. A good part of the decade was spent learning his trade with supports for most major artists of the day. With a move to Tamworth, Steve became a permanent member of the Tamworth Country Theatre band, backing charting country artists. He joined Pixie Jenkins' band and played on his Buddy Williams Tribute album. From here, Steve was in demand for session work in both recording and touring environments. As an accomplished sound engineer, his live recording work has included Andy Cowan's award winning blues album, "One Of These Days". Steve has also worked as a touring engineer for John Williamson and The Whitlams amongst others. Steve also enjoyed several years with the show stopping band, God Bless Texas. Currently he plays bass for Kirsty Lee Ackers in her Top End Nashville tour. |
MICHAEL VIDALE
AVAILABLE FOR: Bass
About Michael: Michael Vidale is a Sydney based, multi faceted producer, music mix/mastering engineer, bassist and composer. Michael has been involved in various capacities on hundreds of projects across many genres, many of which have been award winning or nominated. He has worked with many legendary and respected music artists and bands including The Whitlams, Jimmy And The Boys, The Flying Emus, Slim Dusty, Peter Wells, Don Walker and The Suave Fucks and The Bushwackers. Michael also recorded an ambient music album titled, "St John's Ambience", released through Larrikin. |
ULY KECHAYAS
AVAILABLE FOR: Guitar
About Uly: Uly Kechayas is one of Melbourne's premier home grown guitar players with more than 40 years experience performing both live and in studios. His style covers most genres including Blues, Rock, Pop, Country and R&B. His Greek heritage expands his repertoire to include Eastern rhythms. A versatile musician who plays lead, rhythm and acoustic guitar and it's this key factor which keeps him busy performing around the country with various artists. Uly can play everything from hot country licks, chunky rock riffs and heart wrenching solos. His session work includes major brand jingles for QANTAS, Woolworths and the "Do The Right Thing" campaign. Uly has worked with too many bands to mention individually and says he's extremely lucky to have been part of the organic live music era in Australia while it was peaking. His play and sound adds a freshness to all his collaborations, and Uly will support and work with you to achieve your artistic vision. |
SIMON COX
AVAILABLE FOR: Keyboards, Vocals
About Simon: Simon Cox is a seasoned musician who has played with the who's who of the business. With his piano and singing abilities, he has recorded on many tracks over the years for artists including David Lane, D Henry Fenton, Jackie Orszaczky, DRAPHT (ARIA Award Hip Hop Album of The Year), Peter Koller and DOMNICKS (Dom Mariani, Stems, Nick Sheppard, The Clash). Over the years he has also sung on many TV/Radio advertisements for Burwood Casino Perth, Greyhound, Lottery (Aus), Holden and Volvo (Singapore). He has a wide range of musical styles to call upon and is a true professional with over 20 years experience. |
GRANT CUMMERFORD
AVAILABLE FOR: Bass
About Grant: Grant 'Squire' Cummerford has been a professional bass player in the Australian ' Roots ' music scene for nearly 25 years. In this time he has worked with some of the most accomplished and respected artists of the genre including Jeff Lang , Xavier Rudd, Kevin Borich, The Audreys , Chain, Spectrum, Don Walker, Matt Walker, Chris Whitely (USA ), Andy Just (USA), Darren Jack and Third Degree, Jordie Lane plus many more in both a live and or recording capacity. Grant also played on the ARIA winning album "Carried in Mind" Jeff Lang (2011). He has a number of electric bass sounds as well as upright and acoustic bass to choose from . |