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News: Hussy Hicks tap into the uncertainty of the global times with latest single release, He Knows

Leesa Gentz and Julz Parker, the creative hub of Australian independent band, Hussy Hicks, have blended some of their country roots and current-world political insight into new single, He Knows.…

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News: GANGgajang set to headline Nimbin Roots Festival in October 2024

In an era when festivals have been faltering, the Nimbin Roots Festival returns for its’ ninth year, running from October 25th through to October 27th. Along with headliner, GANGgajang, artists…

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News: Tinariwen announce Australia/New Zealand tour

Desert-blues pioneers, Tinariwen, have announced an eight-date tour of New Zealand and Australia in May/June of this year. The tour begins in New Zealand before winging its’ way across the…

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Live review: Tamikrest play breathtaking set at the Nolan Gallery, MONA, nipaluna/Hobart, 26/10/2022.

I am a relatively recent convert to some of the “desert rock/desert blues” that has come to notice in increasing amounts in Western countries over the past 5 years or…

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