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The Circle
Introducing 'The Circle': "This polished and explosive 4 piece band from Melbourne awakens people to the newfound possibilities of the digital age.
By fusing through the experimental genres of Indie Rock and Electronica, a fresh and dynamic movement in sound comes out of The Circle."
"This sound can be likened to electronic masters like Shpongle and Bjork, with the aching and creative force of independent music like a Blonde Redhead and Beck meets Berlin."
"Masterfully, Stu Box rocks you with great instrumental composition underscoring the ephemeral and magnetic vocals of Gina Mezzino." being powered by the dynamic rhythm section of Dave Butler and Dave Williams.
Gina Mezzino: Vocals, Stu Box: Guitars, Dave Butler: Bass, Dave Williams: Drums.
Aaron Burton
Aaron is well known around Gippsland and surrounding Melbourne regions for his incredibly soulful voice and guitar playing. Accompany this with a brilliant band and original compositions and you can quickly understand why Aaron is developing a following.
Todd Cook
Todd Cook’s second release, Hunting Ground, draws inspiration from both the lush green fields of Gippsland where he grew up, and the rich, remote areas of the Northern Territory which have become a second home. Each song on Hunting Ground, due out in November 2009, reveals a meeting place for sounds, techniques and lyrics that connect north to south, remote to mainstream, and traditional to contemporary. It was recorded at Sound Farm Studios in Drouin and is a collaboration of Gippsland talents. Todd’s emotive lyrics, his earthy tones and raw appeal connect to a wide variety of listeners. His songs float from intricate folk finger-picking styles through to driving grooves and blues riffs. His music takes the audience on a journey from dark turbulent songs witnessed first hand living when Todd was living in a remote Northern Territory community to lively acoustic that engage and entertain. In 2007 Todd’s debut album So Long was well received with wide air play on Triple J’s- “Roots ‘n All” , P.B.S – “Roots of Rhythm”, Gippsland FM, Radio Blues- “Cross Blues” ( France) and Radio Vilafant- (Spain). Todd has played headline shows at the Evelyn Hotel-Brunswick, Veludos- St.Kilda and packed out shows at The Old Drouin Butter Factory. In 2008 he also travelled through regional areas of Western Victoria on the back of the Album. Todd has shared the stage with: Direct Influence, Skipping Girl Vinegar, Carus Thompson, Kavisha Marezella, Luke Watt and Danny Burton.
Danny Burton
Danny Burton was the 2006 runner up in the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society 'Blues player of the year competition' with the winner being Nick Charles. Danny released his 1st album 'Take A Step Back' at the end of 2005 which is available at musicplug.net and select leading Edge stores. The album includes 3 other great musicians being Les Oldman on drums, Paul Gadsby on Bass guitar and Chris 'darkie' Wilson on keyboards. Chris also engineered and produced the album. Danny is currently performing as a solo act building a strong presence in the roots and blues scene. He has been sharing festival bills with the likes of Chris Wilson, Ash Grunwald, Mia Dyson, Collards Greens and Gravy and Shane Howard to name a few. Danny blends acoustic guitar, lapsteel, stompbox and a strong vocal to produce a strong solo sound. Several tracks off 'Take A Step Back' also received votes at the 2006 Vic/Tas blues awards held in Melbourne. Danny performs his original songs at shows as well as some favourite blues and roots tunes. Keep an eye out for Danny's shows and be sure to go along and check him out!
