From an early age Andy Saunders has been telling jokes in front of a variety of audiences, he was always destined to make people laugh.

With an impressive and an extraordinary ability to use humor to break down barriers and stereotypes as well as provoke thought in any audience, Andy Saunders takes satire to new heights.

Trenchant observations of human behavior and sharp material combined with skills in attracting and holding the interest and attention of audiences of all ages are a powerful combination.

Andy has quickly evolved in to one of the most popular and successful acts performing around the country today at a variety of events and venues.

His star continues to rise after performing successful stand-up routines for many tours, events and standalone gigs from the Melbourne international Comedy Festivals Galas to appearing on TV as a reality star on Nine networks The Block there is no stopping Andy and his juggernaut of funny.

Platinum-selling, ARIA Award-winning Artist Budjerah, is a Coodjinburra man from the Bundjalung nation, who quickly became one of the most exciting new voices in Australia. Blending deep emotion with a fresh, genre-defying sound. His new single, “Want You Back,” is the first taste of his highly anticipated debut album produced by Om’Mas Keith (Frank Ocean, John Legend).

Having amassed over 50 million combined career streams, including his platinum hit “Therapy,” Budjerah’s music resonates deeply with listeners. His 2024 single “Is It Ever Gonna Make Sense” saw him embark on a national headline tour, and he has been busy in the studio putting the final touches on his debut album. “Want You Back” is a nostalgic, funk-pop anthem that reflects his love for 90s and 2000s music while infusing his unique, contemporary sound. It’s an upbeat, danceable track inspired by the joy of movement—one that helped him rediscover his love for performing during a challenging period.

Mentored by Matt Corby, Budjerah’s career has been marked by rapid growth, including a string of major milestones. He’s won multiple ARIA Awards—taking home Breakthrough Artist in 2021 and Best Soul/R&B Release in 2022—and has been nominated 15 times in total. His versatility as an artist has allowed him to collaborate with an eclectic range of musicians, including Ed Sheeran (on the hit song “2Step”) and the legendary Kylie Minogue. In 2023, he performed “I Still Call Australia Home” with Kylie at the QANTAS gala and contributed the theme song to Baz Luhrmann’s Faraway Downs series.

His stage presence has captivated audiences at major festivals like Splendour In The Grass, Spilt Milk, and For The Love, and he has opened for global superstars such as Ed Sheeran. In addition to his performance accolades, Budjerah’s achievements extend to songwriting—his track “Higher” won the APRA Award for Most Performed R&B/Soul Work, cementing his position as one of Australia’s most influential young artists.

Looking ahead, Budjerah is poised to become a household name with his debut album. Inspired by the likes of John Farnham and Beyoncé, he envisions himself filling arenas with his powerhouse vocals, intricate choreography, and captivating stage presence. His music continues to evolve, and with the upcoming album, fans can expect even more of his signature blend of raw emotion and infectious energy.

Drifting Clouds were conceived in the homelands of Bunhungura, a 20 minute drive from Gapuwiyak. Lead singer, songwriter and keyboardist Terry Guyula has been honing his skills from a young age, while first connecting with music from watching his uncles fellowship band and then playing drums and keyboards in school. After graduating Guyula went on to study at Abmusic in Perth, where he first started singing, writing and developing his own style.

Guyula’s ethereal sound draws from an eclectic mix of genres from synthpop, 80’s, rock and country, while drawing from Songlines, Dreamtime Stories, culture and life in community, Drifting Clouds achieve a nuanced vision. In Gapuwiyak, Guyula formed an eight piece family band to back up and perform his originals. In a packed out troopy, the band have travelled and performed at a string of the NT’s most prestigious cultural festivals including Garma, Barunga, Bush Bands Bash, Stone Country and more.

The band’s name comes from distinctive clouds that roll in from the east, appearing as a coat of many patterns. The patterns have names, one is Dhumbarpar: ‘drifting clouds’

Emma Donovan is a celebrated Aboriginal Australian singer and songwriter, known for her powerful voice and heartfelt storytelling. A proud Gumbaynggirr and Noongar woman, Emma began her musical journey at the age of seven, performing with her family’s band, The Donovans. She later co-founded the Indigenous trio Stiff Gins and released her solo album Changes in 2004.

Emma’s collaboration with Melbourne rhythm combo The Putbacks has been particularly impactful, resulting in critically acclaimed albums suchas Dawn (2014), Crossover (2020), and her latest release, Til My Song is Done (2024), which was nominated for an ARIA Award. Their work has earned multiple accolades, including Best Soul, Funk, R&B or Gospel Act, Best Group, and Best Album at the 2021 Music Victoria Awards.

Beyond her recordings, Emma has performed at numerous festivals and events across Australia, including the Big Jazz Day Out at Monash University. She has also collaborated with esteemed artists like Paul Kelly, The Teskey Brothers, Paul Grabowsky, Spinifex Gum, and the late Archie Roach and Ruby Hunter.

In 2025, Emma is set to launch her new project, Take Me To The River, at the Darwin Festival. This show pays tribute to the Black American artists who have influenced her journey, reimagined through an Australian lens.

Emma Donovan’s music is deeply rooted in her cultural heritage, often featuring songs in Gumbaynggirr and Noongar languages. Her work continues to inspire and resonate, making her a vital voice in Australia’s musical landscape.

Nancy Bates is a proud Barkindji singer–songwriter, Blak Matriarch, and cultural force whose voice carries truth, sovereignty, and deep community love. Founder of Blak Country, Nancy is reshaping the Australian musical landscape with a platform devoted to uplifting First Nations artists and stories. Her nationally recognised Songs Inside project brings songwriting, healing, and self-determination to women in prisons, honouring their voices and restoring dignity through creative expression.

A longtime collaborator and musical family member of the late Uncle Archie Roach, Nancy carries forward his legacy of truth-telling, compassion, and justice, holding space for Country and community in every performance. With soul-drenched vocals and a presence that commands respect, Nancy Bates steps onto any stage now as Grandmother and Blak Matriarch—leading, lifting, and lighting the way for generations to come.

Stiff Gins – the acclaimed duo of Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta woman Kaleena Briggs and Yuwaalaraay woman Nardi Simpson – stand as Australia’s longest-currently-performing all-Indigenous female group. With more than two decades of music-making, they bring audiences a powerful blend of music, culture and language, delivered through breathtaking harmonies and warm, witty storytelling.

Their performances create an atmosphere of joy, spirit and deep connection, all while Kaleena and Nardi continue to nurture emerging First Nations musicians and share their artistry with audiences around the world. Their newest album, Crossroads, has been recognised as a finalist in the NSW Music Prize for Best First Nations Album, underscoring their ongoing impact as cultural leaders and musical innovators.

Produced by Syd Green, Crossroads weaves together folk, roots and Indigenous languages with refined lyrical storytelling, reflecting both personal evolution and the strength of their long creative partnership. It stands as their most accomplished work yet – a testament to their enduring place in Australia’s musical landscape.

Aodhan are a band comprised of members Joel, Sara, Kye, Eli and Aidan, who began the project as a solo artist in 2019. The Dharawal singer/songwriter landed a great opportunity winning triple J Unearthed’s Indigenous Initiative the same year with his song When Your Eyes Speak.

Since then, Aodhan have accumulated a solid discography, played to many crowds, and have only recently made the decision to join forces to turn the project into a band. This new chapter is one that the band are thrilled to be walking into, putting new faces and a fresh sound on what has already been a fascinating career within the Aus Music scene.

Cooee is a dynamic musical collaboration between Gunai award-winning multidisciplinary artist Kirli Saunders (OAM) and celebrated musician Mark Chester Harding. The two met as session musicians performing with Jack River on Like a Version, where they discovered a mutual love for printmaking and songwriting. Their music echoes themes of connection to Country, language, culture, homecoming, love and grief. Their fourth single, ‘Yadingji’ is out this January with debut album ‘Messengers’ to follow on February 13.

Krystal Rivvers led by Earl Weir a Wurundjeri / Boon Wurrung singer-songwriter, guitarist and visual storyteller, and the frontman of Krystal Rivvers — a 6-piece indie/alternative rock outfit based on Gadigal and Bidjigal land (Sydney). Known for his magnetic stage presence and emotionally-charged songwriting, Earl leads the band with a sound that bridges psych-rock, soul, and poetic grit.

‘Mi-kaisha’s voice is just like silk,’ says triple j’s Tyrone Pynor. With her honey vocals at centre stage, the vocalist draws equally from soul tradition and pop melody, guided by hard-hitting lyrics about her experience as a young Aboriginal and Pacific Islander woman. Growing up on the streets of her local music scene, the soundtrack of her childhood included soulful 90s tunes and the island music of her father’s Koori Radio hip-hop show Island Hopping.

As an artist and storyteller, Mi-kaisha is also an advocate with a responsibility to actively support her communities and work against the systems that have perpetually oppressed Pacific Islanders and First Nations Peoples in Australia. Mi-kaisha has just returned to Sydney after studying in NYC for five years. In 2024, the vocalist and songwriter dropped ‘Edge of Surrender’ and her single ‘Lean on You’ to rave reviews and is now gearing up for more new music in 2025.

arren is an experienced artist who has used a range of mediums and genres in his art practice over the last 3 decades – all linked through his longtime artistic theme of “Healing Scars”. In recent years, alongside his creation of Tin Camp Studios, Warren’s focus has shifted to music, song writing and storytelling. As with his other art forms, his self-taught style does not conform to the status quo, allowing him the freedom to experiment and innovate, individually and with others.

Considered an emerging musician in his 50’s, his artforms are a reflection of who he is, where he comes from and healing past injustices. Warren is a proud Yuwaalaraay man born in Dirranbandi Qld, raised in Goodooga NSW and now living in lutrawita/Tasmania