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A.C Saunders

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    A.C Saunders is a storyteller, guitar slinger and a song writer. A.C writes from the heart, with melodies of an angel and lyrics pulled from the depths of her own darkness. In her short career, A.C has already supported legends Throwing Muses and toured nationally with Willie Watson and performed at Nannup Music Festival in 2026.

    If you like daydreaming, over thinking and crying to sad songs then you will love A.C Saunders.
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Azure Ryder

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    Through the eyes of Azure Ryder, nothing is more eternal than stories. Since the emergence of her first EP, Running With The Wolves, she has captivated audiences with her uniquely beautiful tone and effortlessly disarming way with words. This early acclaim revealed that the Sydney born singer songwriter was undeniably born with music in her veins. Azure’s enchanting craft is honed in the energetic and natural world, which she continues to honour through her second and third EPs. This earthy and spiritual undercurrent, combined with her emotionally stirring lyricism, casts a true spell, placing her in the lineage of great female singer-songwriters, from Stevie Nicks to Joni Mitchell.

    With a voice that sweeps like a bird on the breeze, the Australian-Lebanese songstress has the ability to warm our hearts like honey.

    This new beginning, distinctly her own, sees Azure and her music stepping firmly into the light. Prepare to be drawn home and eased into the sweetest of dreams.
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Baker Boy

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    Proud Yolngu man, renowned artist, and 2019 Young Australian of the Year, Danzal Baker OAM, also known as Baker Boy, originates from Milingimbi and Maningrida in North-East Arnhem Land. Since his breakout in 2017 with "Cloud 9," Baker Boy has captivated the Australian music scene with his infectious optimism, passion for music and dance, and deep cultural roots.  

    Seven years later, Baker Boy has become a pop-culture sensation, earning acclaim such as the National Indigenous Music Awards' Artist of the Year in 2019, 2020, and 2022, and accumulating over 90 million global streams. In 2021, he was honored with the Order of Australia (OAM) medal, and he released his debut album "Gela," a reflective journey of identity and personal growth. The album, featuring the ARIA Gold-certified hit "Cool As Hell," debuted at #3 on the ARIA Albums Chart and garnered five ARIA Awards, including Album of the Year.  

    Following a memorable performance at the 2021 AFL Grand Final in Perth before an audience of 60,000, Baker Boy embarked on his largest national headline tour in Australia in 2022, followed by his inaugural North American tour and a performance at the closing ceremony of the Birmingham Commonwealth Games.

    Kicking off a bold new era, proud Yolŋu artist and six-time ARIA-winner, Baker Boy, returns with his second studio album, Djandjay. A fearless album that deepens his identity and expands his reach. The follow-up to his acclaimed debut Gela (2021), it brings his rich cultural message and expanding sound to a global stage. Where Gela introduced the artist, Djandjay reveals Danzal the man: grounded, complex, and unafraid to speak his truth. 

    “Djandjay is about strength and defiance. I’ve put my heart, body, and soul into this album. It feels very authentic to me.” – Baker Boy
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Bonnie Jackson

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    With an uncanny ability to craft visual lyrics and stir intense emotions, Bonnie Jackson writes mature and heartfelt songs. At just 18, her instinct for honesty and her captivating vocal delivery create earworms that tighten around your chest and won’t let go. Inspired by songwriters such as Lizzy McAlpine, Billie Holiday, Paul Kelly and Tyler Childers, Bonnie’s sound is equal parts contemporary folk, indie pop, and Australian storyteller.

    Based in Dunkeld, in Victoria’s stunning Southern Grampians, Bonnie began playing shows and festivals locally before commencing specialist music study at Northern College of the Arts and Technology in Preston. Trained on drums, guitar, piano, and voice, she cut her teeth in local band Twisted Hearts before beginning her solo career, where she has since performed at events with Port Fairy Folk Festival, Liz Stringer, Ben Lee, Small Halls Festival (produced by Woodfordia Inc.), and many more.

    Bonnie is currently working on her debut EP, with her debut single ‘Something We Can’t See’, now out in the world. A poignant plea to a lover, full of confusion and loss, this song offers us a fresh perspective on the cycles of love and mourning.
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Cam Walter Blues

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    Picking up the guitar at a young age, Cam Walter developed a deep love for the blues, wearing out records from B.B. King, John Lee Hooker, Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix while mastering their guitar licks. While others were listening to contemporary rock and pop, Cam was drawn to old blues, jazz and psychedelic rock.

    After years performing in bands including Relax with Max, Brown Hornet and Fats Wah Wah, Cam found his true calling fronting a blues band. Cam Walter Blues features Cam on guitar and vocals, supported by Grant Cummerford on bass and Tim Burnham on drums. Drawing from Delta blues, boogie, Hendrix-inspired psych rock and classic rock ’n’ roll, the band delivers energetic performances filled with spontaneity, creativity and swagger.
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Candice Lorrae

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    Candice Lorrae is a multi-talented, award-winning singer-songwriter and music producer, born in Garramilla/Darwin and now living in Naarm/Melbourne on Kulin Country. As a proud woman of Jawoyn, Torres Strait Islander, Filipino and mixed European descent, Candice has established herself as a prominent figure in the music industry over the past two decades, notably recognised for her contributions with the iconic pop duo The Merindas.

    Candice Lorrae now embarks on a new body of work, passionately working towards the release of her debut album Paperbark & Lilies. Drawing inspiration from her own life, love and legacy, she describes her music as modern-day Fleetwood Mac carrying powerful stories that audiences will be enchanted by.

    Candice brings to the stage a full live band with rich harmonies, textured guitars, synths, live drums and subtle electronic production, moving from stripped-back moments to high-energy songs made for dancing. The performance is further elevated by striking stage costumes and an interactive custom-built sound element inspired by her family’s fishtrap, adding a distinctive visual and sonic layer to the show. Most recently, Candice appeared as a special guest on tour with Liz Stringer and Emma Donovan, and later this year will join Three Fires tour alongside Radical Son and Jungaji.
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Charley Castle & the Boys in the Well

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    Fast-paced and infectious, Charley Castle’s old-is-new brand of bluegrass marries bygone country and folk with modern sensibilities, and a familiar Australian essence. With her Boys in the Well, she leads acoustic guitar, double bass and mandolin, with harmonies galore.  

    The quartet were the 2025 champions of Tamworth Country Music Festival’s ‘Best of the Buskers’ Competition, which saw them play the festival’s biggest stage to record crowds.

    Charley was a student at the CMAA Academy of Country Music 2023, the winner of the Australian National Busking Championships Best Vocals Award 2023 and was twice shortlisted for the ASA Australian Songwriting Contest in 2020. She has shared the stage with the likes of The Bushwackers, and Kevin Bennett and the Flood, and supported Aussie icons Daryl Brathwaite, Brian Cadd, You Am I, and Thirsty Merc.  
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Chorus Club - New Swell Choir

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    Ben Talbot-Dunn and Tess Duddy run New Swell Choir, with weekly sessions in Torquay and Point Londsdale. They're passionate about harmony, community and the simple joy of singing together. Chorus Club is their occasional pop-up project - and at Queenscliff Music Festival, it becomes the official Festival Choir. Back for a third year, they'll be gathering voices of all kinds to sing something special. No experience needed - just bring your voice and a bit of spirit. Check Back here closer to the time for the song choice!
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Cosmic Wilderness - Chloe Holliday

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    Cosmic Wilderness by local artist Chloe Holliday returns to Queenscliff Music Festival in 2026 with a new immersive projection exploring the weird and wonderful world of Queenscliff’s marine life. Created from original photography and field recordings, the continuous underwater journey dives beneath the surface as psychedelic sea creatures emerge from the darkness.

    With the festival unfolding beside the ocean, Cosmic Wilderness brings the extraordinary marine life living on our doorstep to life after dark.

Cousin Tony's Brand New Firebird

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    Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird is an alternative rock band from Naarm (Melbourne), known for their uplifting, infectious sound and poetic songwriting. Formed in 2015 by singer-songwriter Lachlan Rose, the band emerged from Fitzroy’s vibrant music scene and quickly gained attention with their debut Queen of Hearts EP, featuring standout tracks "Head Home" and "Soothsayer." Signed to Sydney label Double Drummer, they followed with the acclaimed EP featuring fan favourites "Cool Parties" and "Melbourne Bitter."

    Since then, Cousin Tony’s has released four studio albums, earning a reputation as one of Australia’s most compelling indie acts. They have toured the UK and Europe, playing headline shows in London, Dublin, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin, alongside appearances at Live at Leeds and The Great Escape. Renowned for their captivating live performances, the band has also released several live EPs, showcasing the energy and intimacy that have built a devoted fanbase in Australia and overseas.
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FARAH

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    FARAH is an artist who turns vulnerability into power and silence into resonance. Growing up a quiet observer in a world that often felt too loud, she found her voice thigh music - first as a form of self-discovery, then as calling. Inspired by the emotional honesty of artists like Ed Sheeran, she taught herself guitar and began performing as a teen.

    But it was a sudden cancer diagnosis in 2023 that cracked everything open. Faced with the reality of impermanence, FARAH began writing with raw, unfiltered truth. Working with a vocalist, she explored how trauma lived in her voice, learning to release not only sound, but everything she once held back. Her music now reflects that unflinching honesty - deeply personal yet universally felt. In every not, she carries the quite girl she once was - and sings for everyone still searching for their voice
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Harriet Wraith

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    In the heart of Naarm’s indie music scene, Harriet Wraith’s unique and ever-evolving style of jazz-infused soul and rock adds a distinct touch to the world of music around her. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Amy Winehouse, and Julia Jacklin, Harriet’s sound is a tapestry of haunting melodies, gritty guitar, and introspective lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners. Writing songs since before she could spell, Wraith has always been bursting with things to say.

    Her distinctive voice, at once ethereal and commanding, weaves through narratives of love, loss, and self-discovery with an honesty that is vulnerable yet powerful. Accompanied by ‘The Witches’ with saxophone, trumpet, guitar, bass, and drums, her grand performances never fail to be, in the words of Claire Mooney, “passionate and full of drama”.
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Hussy Hicks

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    Hussy Hicks is an Australian duo known for their genre blending sound, merging blues, folk, rock and roots music with a focus on authenticity and powerful live performances. Leesa Gentz’s soaring vocals and Julz Parker’s insane guitar work are at the heart of their electrifying sound, combining to create a dynamic musical experience.

    Since their formation in 2006, Hussy Hicks have built a loyal fan base, with their latest album, Swimming in Uncertainty, reaching #1 on the ARIA Jazz & Blues Chart and topping the AIR Independent Album Chart. The album’s raw energy and emotionally charged song writing have cemented their place in the independent music scene. Known for their killer live shows, Hussy Hicks captivate audiences with their infectious energy, tight harmonies and musical versatility, creating an unforgettable performance that leaves fans wanting more every time.
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Immy Owusu

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    Described by Don Letts (BBC Radio) as “the very definition of culture clash,” Immy’s ‘Afrodelik’ sound weaves together psychedelia, Zamrock, and Highlife. Growing up in the Australian surf town of Torquay, he cut his teeth drumming in the local rock scene while also performing traditional West African music with his family. Driven to explore the trans-Atlantic ties between Pan-African rhythm, blues, and rock ‘n’ roll, Immy travelled to Ghana to study with his grandfather, ‘Palm Wine Highlife’ legend Koo Nimo.

    Returning to Australia, he spent the lockdown years living in a rundown caravan in the bush land behind Bells Beach, where he immersed himself in Zamrock and psychedelic world music. Out of this period came his debut album LO-LIFE!, featuring members of Surprise Chef, Karate Boogaloo and The Senegambian Jazz Band. The record earned an Australian Music Prize nomination and was named album of the week on PBS, SYN, and FIP Radio France, alongside earning him an award for ‘Best Musician’ at the 2023 Music Victoria awards. In 2025, Immy collaborated with acclaimed hip-hop producer Sensible J on the EP Spiritual War, and is set to release his second album AFRODELIKIZM with Hopestreet Recordings in 2027.
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Jam Session - Imaginary Millions

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    Music belongs to everyone, and that includes you. Imaginary Millions is a festival jam where anyone can step up, try something and see what's possible. Born in London's rap and poetry scenes, the jam travelled through Amsterdam, Paris and festivals across Europe before finding a home on the Bellarine, where it's run monthly for the last three years, and now it's returning to Queenscliff Music Festival for a second year.

    No auditions, no set list, no hierarchy. You never know who'll turn up and take the mic next to you. Whether you're a musician, a poet, a rapper, a singer, or someone who just wants to listen, Rob Major and the Millions house band will hold the space while you find yours. You might surprise yourself. You might surprise everyone.

    Spontaneous, collaborative and wildly unpredictable, each jam creates something that has never existed before and never will again. Come and play. Come and sing. Come and listen. What's possible from here?

Jesse Valach & The Testaments

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    Jesse Valach and the Testaments deliver a powerful blend of soulful melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and electrifying blues-rock. After surviving a stroke in 2021, Melbourne singer, songwriter, and lead guitarist Jesse Valach returns with renewed purpose and his latest release, Stroke of Luck. Having shared the stage with Australian blues greats including Russell Morris, Geoff Achison, Jeff Lang, Lloyd Spiegel, Jimi Hocking, Ray Beadle, and Chris Wilson, Jesse has earned a reputation as a dynamic performer backed by a killer rhythm section.

    The band's debut album reached No. 3 on the Australian Blues and Roots radio charts, while their second album, Separation Street, also peaked at No. 3 and received a nomination for Best Blues Album at The Age Victorian Music Awards. Named Melbourne Blues Performer of the Year in 2017, Jesse has performed at leading festivals including Thredbo Blues, Wangaratta Jazz & Blues Festival, Blues on Broadbeach and Australian Blues Music Festival. With successful tours of New Zealand and Fiji, Jesse Valach and the Testaments continue to establish themselves as one of Australia's most compelling blues acts.
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KAIIT

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    With honeyed vocals, magnetic charisma & spirit, Papua New Guinean-born artist KAIIT (pronounced Ky-Yeet) stands as one of Australia's most compelling musical forces. Conjuring up a blend of neo-soul, hip-hop, with the intimacy of jazz club magic, she delivers velvet vocals with raw storytelling and fearless presence.

    Early co-signs from Erykah Badu and Jill Scott signalled her global potential. She's earned both the 2019 ARIA Award for Best R&B/Soul Work with her first independently released track "Space." Having shared stages with SZA, Snoh Aalegra and Chaka Khan, KAIIT doesn't fit in a box, she builds the room.
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Kate Miller-Heidke

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    Kate Miller-Heidke is a genre-defying singer-songwriter and creative powerhouse who moves effortlessly through the worlds of indie-pop, folk, musical theatre, and opera, with 5 top-ten albums including Child In Reverse, O Vertigo!, Night flight, and Curiouser, and multi-platinum singles such as The Last Day On Earth and Caught In The Crowd.

    Classically trained at Queensland Conservatorium, she has performed at the New York Metropolitan Opera and the English National Opera; composed Opera Australia’s The Rabbits; wrote Muriel’s Wedding: The Musical and Banana land: A Musical Comedy with her collaborator Keir Nuttall, represented Australia at Euro vision in 2019 with her original song Zero Gravity, and is a Logie-nominated Coach on Channel 7’s The Voice Australia.

    Performing songs from her brand new album, out this spring, in which Kate takes the folk music that was the first love of her songwriting youth, and refracts it through a darker, more experienced lens, fusing gothic folk, theatrical storytelling, wry humour, rich musical textures, and cinematic imagery, to focus on the ills-and the hopes-of the modern world. Life in the Internet age, with its distortions, seductions, and impact on our humanity. Acoustic instrumentation and mythological images collide with the familiar emotional and ideological battlegrounds of contemporary life, creating songs that somehow feel both timeless, and sharply of the moment.

     Performed alongside tracks from her incredible back catalogue, with collaborator Keir Nuttall on guitar, don’t miss one of Australia’s most singular voices, and endlessly inventive artists, at her most fearless, expansive, and self-assured.
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Kerryn Fields

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    New Zealand singer-songwriter Kerryn Fields creates thoughtful, powerful songs that blend rich storytelling with a warm baritone voice and understated musical virtuosity. Born and raised in Te Kūiti, Aotearoa New Zealand, early health challenges deepened her connection to music, shaping songs that explore resilience, humanity, and belonging. A former award-winning radio broadcaster, Fields continues to guest-host programs on Melbourne/Naarm's PBS FM and The International Americana Show.

    On stage, her captivating presence draws audiences into deeply personal stories, whether performing solo or with her band. Her live recording The Tiny Saloon Concert earned organic airplay across ABC Country, Double J, PBS FM, and RRR without an official release. Her acclaimed 2021 album Water won Music Victoria's Best Folk Work in 2022, while the song "Mamma" received the NZ Country Music Songwriting Award. Her forthcoming album AIR (March 2027) expands her sound into modern Americana, featuring the singles "Nashville" and "Lonely Driver."
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