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Fig Night 2009/03/27

 

Zoe Elliot

 Tully
 

Mick Peaker
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Zoe Elliot
is a young singer songwriter from the Northern Beaches who has started to appear  regularly at venues in Sydney.  Her fresh, charismatic and emotional performances have already built her a loyal following. As a solo artist she plays acoustic guitar and her music ranges from fun and rhythmic to soulful, reflective and quirky.  Her voice has a unique, melting tone which has been known to quieten the local pub. 

However, there is plenty of voice for her bigger ballads and bluesy songs. She has the ability to get the crowd joining in, yet also able to captivate them with heart reaching story telling. Songs are melodic, insightful and full of imagery.

She opened for Dragon at the Old Manly Boatshed, has performed at the Basement, Fairlight Folk and Beach Folk, for Manly Council (incl. New Year’s Eve) and at local pubs and restaurants. She has been influenced by artists such as Declan O’Rourke, Bic Runga, Damien Rice, Janis Joplin, The Fray, Joe Cocker, Dido and Kate Miner. www.myspace.com/ZoeElliot, www.sonicbids.com/ZoeElliot

Zoe ELliot

Zoe Elliot

 

Tully
Review : "Tully has merged his varied influences into a unique style of groove-laden acoustic mystery. His melodic delivery and driving guitar create a show that draws the audience into his journey."

Tully is undeniably one of the most eclectic artists around the Sydney music scene, popping up in ever varying guises: as singer, guitarist, bassist, percussionist and drummer with acts such as; 'Selalu', 'the shady band', 'Dave Calandra', and 'Aminah Hughes', as well as session work with many more.

Tully is an inspired and prolific songwriter, as well as a varied and fascinating performer.  His guitar playing is becoming as diverse as his musical life in general. Developing a range of percussive techniques, he has achieved a solo sound that for most takes a 3 piece band to accomplish.  He is a self confessed student of it all, and his songwriting is becoming more poignant and touching as his journey continues.

Tully strives in all areas of his creativity to connect.  He draws on his roots of Irish ancestral blood, a deep seeded love and respect for this land and its original caretakers, a fascination with the stories and characters of our young colonial history, and his musical influences from all corners of our world. www.myspace.com/ieow

Tully

Tuly at opening of The Fig

Mick Peaker and The Usual Suspects
There is something real about Michael’s songs which capture a genuine sense of the struggles between love and love lost, between faith and doubt, with something new to discover in each listen.  The 5 members of The Usual Suspects all found their common ground and friendship as graduates of SCA (School of Creative Arts). They are all outstanding musicians in their own right, bringing a fresh dynamic to their blend of rock/folk, with just a twist of country.

The Usual Suspects have been playing at the Old Manly Boatshed.  Michaels most recent work is an EP of 6 songs recorded with, “The Usual Suspects”.  Songs are available for purchase on itunes. www.myspace.com/michaelpeaker www.sonicbids.com/MickPeakerTheUsualSuspects

Mick Peaker

Mick Peaker and The Usual Suspects
 

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