Steve Clisby band
Mark Wilkinson
Crunching Numbers
Steve Clisby’s career has been about breaking down barriers. From jamming with Hendrix, to touring alongside Chaka Khan, Hot Chocolate, Kool and the Gang, Santana, Frank Zappa and Tina Turner, Steve made a name for himself.
After half a lifetime globetrotting, Steve Clisby made Australia his home and in 2013, he became a citizen.
“I connect with this country on so many levels. Australia is growing and change is part of the culture, politically, environmentally and artistically and anyone can be a part of the process. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been”.
While Steve’s televised rediscovery on The Voice Australia brought about enormous recognition, it was also a profound personal and professional journey. Following The Voice, Steve was selected for the high profile Commonwealth Bank CAN campaign which gave fans further insight into his life, airing for over twelve months and resulting in the release of the album “Leave Me Dreaming” and the track “Three Little Letters”.
“It was yet again something I didn’t think I would ever do,” he explained. It was my life story and really spoke in a way that is authentic to my message. Both this and The Voice has taught me that if you’re open to new things, you can make a difference and be a part of positive change.
With a career spanning more than a decade, Australian singer-songwriter Mark Wilkinson has carved out a unique place in the indie folk landscape through his lyrical depth and captivating live performances. As a fiercely independent artist, he has amassed over 150 million streams, sold tens of thousands of records, and built a devoted global fanbase drawn to the honesty and emotion in his songwriting.
Wilkinson’s live shows are intimate celebrations of connection — warm, engaging and rich with storytelling. Drawing comparisons to artists like David Gray and Damien Rice, his performances feel like heartfelt conversations between artist and audience.
With dynamic acoustic textures, soul-stirring vocals and an unmistakable sense of sincerity, Wilkinson’s music explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of the human experience. Each song captures the beauty hidden in everyday moments, leaving listeners with the feeling they’ve shared something deeply personal and real.
The Crunching Numbers Band is a 10-piece funk and soul band based in Sydney featuring a rhythm section, brass and vocalists