Hussy Hicks band
Every album upon release has hit the Top 10 on iTunes Blues Charts in over 10 countries. One of which "Sunshine Road" reached Number 1 on the overall charts (Australia), knocking Adele of the top spot in 2014.
Owen brings a gumbo-like repertoire to performances all over the world. His smouldering guitar work runs from bluesy riffs and soulful finger-picking to lap steel guitar solos using a shot glass slide. His gritty caramel vocals makes this blues maven a global favourite.
"My parents were a big influence," says Owen. "They introduced me to such an awesome collection of music from such a young age. Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, The Band, The Rolling Stones. I always loved the variety and diversity to their sounds. My sound has bits of country, soul, roots, and rock. I love the variations."
Late 2019/2020 has seen the release of Owen's 5th studio album "Rolling Thunder of Love" which debuted at number 2 on the independent music charts.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS TO DATE
24,000+ Monthly Listeners on SPOTIFY
Worldwide radio play
"Sunshine Road" Album in its 6th year in the Top 10 iTunes Blues Charts (AUS)
2x albums Top 100 UK iTunes Blues Charts
"Rolling Thunder of Love" debuted at No.2 on Independent Music Charts
Rock the Boat (UK) 2017
Blues Au Chateau (FR) 2017
Released 3rd Studio Album "Breathing Bullets" 2016 (Produced by Devon Allman)
"Breathing Bullets" debuts at Number 2 on ARIA Jazz and Blues Charts AUG 2016
20 Date USA Tour with Devon Allman/ Andy McKee 2016
Bronze Blues and Brews Festival USA 2016
35 Date European Tour with Andy McKee 2016
The Mimosa Duo consists of Phoebe and Morgan Haselden on the violin and guitar.
They were both trained at the Sydney Conservatorium in classical music but have been making their own way, in a big way, since their graduations in 2009.
Mimosa perform numerous times a year as guest entertainers on luxury cruise lines, they have performed on the Opera House main stage, at numerous festivals and for literally hundreds of events.
In 2014 they spent 6 months living and performing in France and searching for the heart of Gypsy Jazz, and over the years they have toured all over Australia and New Zealand.
Phoebe and Morgan are fantastic musicians in their own rights both having studied with scholarships at the Conservatorium and having performed with a plethora of top notch Sydney based musicians. However, together is where they are home and you can really see the deep understanding they both have of music and of each other when they perform together. The music truly flows from their fingertips, they lock in tight and play with impeccable timing and feel. Their arrangements are interesting and unique, they highlight their own talent and the wonderful range of styles in which the guitar and violin can perform.
Known for their emotive lyricism, energetic live shows and fiery, frenetic instrumentation, it's no surprise Hussy Hicks have staying power. From Gold Coast Artist of the Year and Album of the Year wins to Queensland Music Award and Golden Guitar nominations, their critical accolades extend even further, with guitarist Parker being touted by Australian legend, Phil Emmanuel as 'Australia's top female guitar player' and voted fifth in Bluesfest's Guitar Hero fan poll, among Santana and BB King.
"Some artists need to be seen to be believed, and Hussy Hicks fit that category." - Sarah Howells, Double J
A not to be missed act that are ready for the world" - Peter Noble, Bluesfest Director