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Billy Munro Olden songs learned from olden friends or scavenged like a silverfish from the pages of decaying libraries. Billy T (of 'Billy & Me' and 'the Old Jig Jog' dance band) plays bush music arranged for guitar and voice - some lilt the smiling tradition of nariel old-time others brood in the lamentable fashion of one with a stone in his boot!	Blue Mallee A multi folk duo fusing indie rock, ambient textures and traditional folk roots. Known for evocative storytelling, roaring vocals and rhythmic energy, their shows blend humour, heart and cinematic soundscapes. They’ve performed across NSW festivals and supported acts like The Black Sorrows, Ash Grunwald and The Audreys.
Daisy Chain Daisy Chain performs original folk/Indie pop music with heartfelt lyrics about identity, connection to nature, friendship and the beauty of the world! We sing with as many harmonies as we can muster and welcome people to join in to our catchy choruses. For the Uranquinty Folk Festival Daisy Chain will be a trio of Jo Evans (lead vocals and acoustic guitar); Thomas Weaver (harmonies and mandolin) and Paul Marsh (harmonies and bass ukulele). We are all living our best lives post career and sharing that through our music.	Captain Accordon The Appalachian Dulcimer is a traditional instrument popularised during the Folk Revival of the 1960's. It turned up in bands as diverse as Steeleye Span and Fairport Convention and the Rolling Stones, and a bit more recently has been a favourite instrument of Joni Mitchell and Cindi Lauper. Joining this august company is Peter Anderson, who has been around for long enough to have played the dulcimer in electric folk bands in the late 70's and 80's. To his mastery of the dulcimer he adds crooning vocals, a nuts repertoire ranging from medieval to Pink Floyd, throws in a bit of accordion and guitar, talks suitable rubbish on the stage, and gives vent to a wicked wit.
Helen Begley & James Norton The Australian folk scene's answer to Bennifer and Brangelina, we give you Helen Begley and James Norton or Jamen (get it!). These two are late for breakfast but always ready with a song, a poem, a harmonica, a banjo, a guitar and a ukulele. They're larger than life, funny without trying, and prize-winning artists in their fields. James can quiet a noisy pub with his poems and virtuosic harmonica, Helen with her songs and presence. Together, they are a force	Lloyd Dodsworth Transforming tone on a whim, Lloyd Dodsworth is a third-generation folk-and-blues musician who brings his trademark wit, finger-work and storytelling enigma to Uranquinty. Touring his sophomore album 'Dry Hollow, Odd St', he'll take you on adventures through Elizabethan tragedies and galaxy-spanning furores, sometimes only in service of that fateful last drink at the end of the night.An award-winning performer and lyricist, his guitar-work and showmanship is legendary among the small-town bars and pool halls of Victoria, and he has been described as a mix of James Taylor and Jeff Buckley, but not as handsome, or a blend of Bo Burnham and Jack Black, if they weren't very funny.
Phil Carr Our Phil travelled as a youth from his hometown, Brum, to Ireland to look for his roots and got bitten by the ballad-bug. Ever since he‘s been singing folksongs and his own often humorous compositions around Europe. While a volunteer at Quinty 53, he sang his own heartwarming songs about travelling and campfires. He creates a warm, fun atmosphere, and I think he‘s marvellous. Jan (his sister)	Sullie Sullie is the original folk project of Irish songwriter John O'Sullivan, now based in Sydney. Blending contemporary folk with Irish influences, his songs explore history, migration, identity, family and belonging through expressive vocals, acoustic guitar and engaging storytelling. Beyond the stage, Sullie is a passionate community builder, hosting inclusive music sessions, leading workshops and creating spaces where audiences become part of the story. Whether performing solo or with collaborators, his concerts invite people to listen, reflect, sing and connect through song.
The Doctors Wife an acoustic- based musical duo featuring mainly original music along with covers of songs they wish they had written! Their sweet spot is playing small intimate shows, but they are equally happy on the big stage....... Peter(singer & multi-instrumentalist) and Nicky(singer),will let you into their musical world and share their creative journey with you, connecting through well crafted songs(and the stories behind them), nuanced instrumentation, and well developed harmonies .	Tracey Bunn A blend of rootsy rock, country folk, and 60's flavoured pop, powerful voice and gutsy style grabs her audience, finds the remarkable in the ordinary, and swings from rollicking sing-a-longs to moody ballads and tender songs of yearning. She has spent over 30 years honing her craft, performing at venues and festivals across Australia, Ireland, UK, Europe and the US. Her latest self-produced release, ‘Another Broken Juliet’ - 10 tales of heartbreak, murder and isolation, pushes beyond the country-folk terrain she's best known for and into darker emotional territory without abandoning the warmth and musical character that have defined her work. “Tracey Bunn has delivered one hell of a beautifully crafted, soulful, textured and atmospheric collection of songs.” Stuart Coupe “Her honest heartfelt songs convict her of the heinous crime of being a fine writer, observer and teller of tales. She is a woman who demands we listen and then delivers.” MAVERICK MAGAZINE UK
Vanessa Delaine Singer/Songwriter has been described as sublime. Between her beautifully well-crafted songs, her smooth honey-tone voice, and elegant acoustic guitar, she delivers something remarkable that shows her passion and prowess. This highly sought after songstress pens songs from her own life, touching on issues of love, sorrow, resiliency, sharing these with clever and witty stories and relaxed warmth. Delaine has won more than 50 awards and had 9 Top40 Charting songs (Australia, Europe & USA). She is working with a local producer on her 6th album. An avid songwriter and has written more than 170 songs. She has been performing around Australia and NZ since childhood and her unique blend of Country/blues/Folk and roots leaves audiences wanting more	Wallabindi Wallabindi (Monica Moore) is a contemporary Aboriginal (Wadandi – Hall 12.25-1.20pm Saturday 3 October & Tennis Club 12.20-1.05pm Sunday 4 October) Bibbulmun Noongar/Yamatji) and Burmese singer/ song writer. She is an award-winning singer/songwriter, a budding playwright, an exhibiting artist and a TEDxCanberra speaker. She is an incredibly versatile artist, with her soulful vocals soaring and weaving through her songs which tell the stories of the loss and strength of her family's experience as part of the Stolen Generation. She performs with her co-writer/guitarist Richard Gorter. Richard has performed with folk bands in Canberra, Alice Springs and Bundaberg.
Wally Byrne A contemporary folk singer. His songs, set in Australia’s past and present, tell stories about life and what it means to live. After a couple of decades of writing and performing, his debut solo album ‘The Simple Life’ was released in 2016. His songs are a tonic for the soul.	Whiskey Dram is a hard folk collective known for their dynamic performances and genuine love for the scene. Serving up sea shanties, bush ballads, and old-time revelry, they deliver a unique brand of pirate folk that’s both musically rich and irresistibly lively. Led by frontman Russell Martin, Whiskey Dram brings together a passionate crew of musical mates whose backgrounds span Irish trad, alt-country, blues, bluegrass, and punk. Their arrangements are as vibrant as their stage presence – equal parts grit and charm, with raw acoustic energy, heartfelt harmonies, and infectious rhythm. Winners of the 2025 Troubadour Foundation Award for Newstead Live Best High Energy Folk Act, Whiskey Dram has built a loyal following on the Australian folk circuit. They’ve been forged in the fires of the festivals that raised them: from the spirited folkies at Gulgong, Illawarra, St Albans and Cobargo; to the diverse communities of Folk Rhythm & Life, Tanglewood, Wide Open Space and Wanderer. From festival stages to intimate sessions, Whiskey Dram invites audiences to connect, sing out, and raise a glass together. Their shows are full-bodied celebrations that leave a warm, refreshing finish – lingering long after the final note.
Tin Shed Rattlers The Tin Shed Rattlers are one of, if not the only, bush dance bands left in the Riverina, and as the tradition starts to die out around the country, the band finds it more important than ever to keep local toes tapping. They are based loosely around south western NSW, from Wagga to Narrandera to Griffith to Grong Grong. The original line up of this band came together in 1971 DOWNSIDE Hall has been the home of the Tin Shed Rattlers for most of their 50-year career. The Downside Family Bush Dance is at the heart of what the Rattlers do, and both the band and their country-style bashes have become an integral part of the Riverina's entertainment history.	Elsewhere Eyes Alternative rock/folk rock/grunge 4 piece band playing original songs from the album they have been working on.

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