Candelo Hotel

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

100% candy, 80% drummers, 60% girls, 40% boys, 20% off merch!

The Candy Berries are playing their first show in a long time and it promises big things - sweet harmonies, local stories and maybe even a trumpet… The band that is 80% drummers is 100% going to candy your berry!

3:00pm - 3:45pm

The Scaramouche

Scaramouche are five locals who have come together to bring music, mischief and magic from deserted places and candlelit clown cars. Fronted by the blunt force that is Jacqui Holmes and backed by rabble rousers, rapscallions and some dude with barnacles. It's about to get loud.

4:00pm - 4:30 pm

Algal Scum

It's often said, "there must be something in the water of Candelo". For a small village on the far south coast of NSW the Candelo Music scene carries a huge reputation as the home of many highly regarded musicians and songwriters. In 2020 on the fringes of these waters, Algal Scum bloomed. Lapping up the lyrics of their fellow Candelonian songsmiths, Algal Scum regurgitates them with a pinch of punk, A dollop of dork, and a whole lot of attitude. If ya don't stir the pot, the scum rises to the top!

4:45pm - 5:15pm

David Ross Macdonald

David Ross Macdonald may have his name featured in a Pete Wild song regarding a caravan borrowed from Sam Martin on a block of land next to Melanie Horsenell but his attention seeking behaviour does extend beyond local fame-by-association exploits and cunning name placements in excellent songs. To prove it, the festival is giving him 30 minutes to reveal what this tunesmith and multi-instrumentalist has got humming beneath the hood and who knows who he might be calling upon to join him on stage to make it all a going concern. “It might get awkward and a little weird but there could be a downside to my show as well, best you come prepared” Dave suggests, to himself, while writing this bio.

5:30pm - 6:45pm

Blackboard

Open Mic Session

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Corey Legge

Corey Legge plays alt-country and folk-rock, drawing influence from his upbringing amongst the fertile pastures surrounding Bega. Corey released his 2nd album ‘Some Days’ in 2020, with considerable chart success resulting from extensive airplay on ABC Country, KIX Country and CMT on Foxtel. ‘’A national treasure in the making.’’ Kath Devaney (ABC Country)

8:15pm - 9:15pm

Wrack + Ruin

Sam’s Caravan

11:00 am - 11:45 am

Benji and the Saltwater Sound System

Benji and the SSS fuse pacific flavours with jazz, reggae, world folk and African roots to create hypnotic soundscapes underpinned by painfully catchy melodies. Add to this the beautifully poignant lyrics that Ben has become known for and you can't help but expect something special from this line-up.

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Isabel Rumble

Isabel is an emerging musician from the Far South Coast of NSW. Her passion for songwriting has gained momentum over the past few years, in which time she has developed an intimate acoustic folk sound. With a deeply reflective and quirky songwriting style, Isabel is steadily establishing a body of work and plans to record her first EP in 2021.

12:45pm - 13:15 pm

Mojo

“Mojo” is a 3-piece high-energy rockabilly/country rock band, playing originals and covers. Band members include Garry Carson Jones on guitar, Shayne Jones on drums and Sam Martin on bass guitar.

13:30 pm - 14:00 pm

Michael Menager

The Michael Manager Trio was born at Cobargo Folk Festival 2017. Sam Martin (guitar) and Michael Menager (vocals, guitar) were signed up as a duo, but at Sam’s last-minute invitation, Dan Efraemson (violin) – Sam’s mate from World Music band Malumba – jumped up on stage. And so it all began. Menager’s lyrics cut along a philosophical edge, his style cuts across the musical spectrum from blues and swing to country and early rock’n’roll, and his stories cut through the inner landscape of a poet and traveler –all framed and embellished by Martin’s jazz-influenced guitar and Efraemson’s hauntingly lyrical violin.

2:30 pm - 3:15 pm

Murmur

From Bemboka (and Wollongong) Murmur are a 3 piece band consisting of nylon-string guitar, bass and funky drums. Murmur play orIginal songs, atmospheric instrumentals and the occasional Brazilian or Cuban song. Murmur's performances have been described as 'captivating' and their warm, tropical style suits both listening and dancing. Band members are Luke O'Neill (vocals and guitar), Matt Dickson (bass) and David Gale (drums).

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Gabadu

Gabadu is a Djirringanj man from the Yuin Nation, born and raised in Bermagui NSW. He has been creating hip hop, R & B and urban funk music for over ten years, and is known for producing soul– infused beats and clear, dynamic vocals.

For Gabadu, music is a way to express his feelings about his life, family and experiences. Making music has helped Gabadu overcome some anxiety in the past, providing a creative outlet and a way to escape the challenges of everyday life.

4:15pm - 5:15pm

The Mutual Acquaintances

The Mutual Acquaintances are a four-piece band with Uilleann Pipes, Scottish Small Pipes, Accordion, Tin Whistles, Guitars, Bass and Percussion, as well as beautiful harmony singing. With Irish and Australian traditional folk, as well as original songs by the band, The Mutuals present a bunch of jigs, reels, ballads and songs that tell stories old and new.

6:00pm - 7:15pm

Things Are Looking Up: Songs from Yuin Country

Receiving a standing ovation at Four Winds recent Easter Festival, this show features the Djinama Yilaga Choir who are pioneering the revival of the Dhurga language, as well as local hiphop star Gabadu and 10 of Candelo’s hardworking artists. Honest and unflinching, deeply moving and uplifting, this collection of songs and stories has been carefully crafted to reflect upon this time in history and this place in the world

7:45pm - 8:30pm

Don’t Come Mondays

Don’t come Mondays are a 5-piece band from the Far South Coast of NSW. Their music centres around Country Soul and Vocal based tunes that make the most of the 5 great voices in the band. We play a unique group of songs including originals and covers that is regularly selling out venues on the Far South Coast of NSW. 

With soulful grooves and heartful wall-of-sound vocals, this compelling five piece band present original songs that cut to the core, alongside covers with a unique Don’t Come Mondays treatment. The tight five-part vocal arrangements and distinctive vocals of Colleen Spillane, Stacey Phelan and Sam Stevenson continue to sell out venues in the bands’ home region on the Far South Coast NSW.

9:00pm - 9:45pm

The Wisecracks

The Wisecracks - Bringing lively light hearted swing and dancin’ rhythms, deep heart string pulling folk and a touch of blues to smooth it all over.

Candelo Town Hall

3:15pm - 4:30pm

Youth Showcase

featuring: Stella McMahon, Felicity Dowd, Nate Scarpin, Lachlan Daniel, Bodhi Turner

All afternoon

Carousel

Mica Mahani's "Carousel" is a collection of moving snapshots of dreams and memory.

Aventeguard performances will run frequently through the afternoon in the Crowe Bar and enchant the evening show into the night.

Featuring the mask collection on Janette Crowe, and a special guest appearance by burlesque sensation Lil Miss Mim

7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Evening Showcase

Carousel

Mica Mahani Theatre troupe

Forest theatre

Forest theatre will take you on a live music, cinematic and heartfelt journey to reflect on the fundamental need to care for Mother Earth. Through artful song-writing combined with visual imagery, audiences are led on a journey of deep connection with nature, our impact on it and its future.

One Gener8ion

One Gener8ion is a songwriting collaborative born from a desire to create and inspire positive messages in song. The collaboration evolved from a deep friendship between Chelsy Atkins, Corinne Gibbons and Ricky Bloomfield. Chelsy, Corinne and Ricky are advocates of environmental awareness, honouring indigenous voices and supporting social change. Live, One Gener8ion is an uplifting experience that celebrates life and love.

The New Graces

Melanie Horsnell, Kate Burke and Robyn Martin are all seasoned identities in the Australian music scene. Songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, their music is flavoured with guitar, double bass, mandolin, fiddle, banjo and three part harmonies plus a little desert heat-haze that could only be Australian.

Street Stage

All day

Leanne’s Ragtime Palour

William Streets infamous ragtime parlour returns. Complete with card tables and swingin’ saloon doors

1:15 pm - 1:35 pm

Sapphire Tribal Bellydance

Swirling skirts, dazzling swords, finger cymbals and more – Sapphire Tribal presents a colourful and dynamic bellydance showcase. Music is from around the world, extravagant costumes reflecting this global mix. The set will include a blend of choreographed and improvised pieces including sword, fans, shawl and sassy skirt.

2:00 pm - 2:20 pm

Kameruka Bush Orchestra

Join Mike Martin of the KBO as he brings dancing back to the streets of Candelo

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Steve Wilson

“Steve Wilson – Concertina Man" is one of the finest exponents in Australia of song accompaniment with concertina. His style is refreshing and he sings an eclectic mix of trad and contemporary folk, pop and original material including political satire aided by dancing puppets Pauline, Scomo, Malcolm and Tony.

4:45 pm - 5:15 pm

Datson Hughes

With two albums to their credit, DATSON HUGHES's own-brand folk noir weaves traditional themes of murder and mystery into beautiful tales of misadventure and road-trips-gone-wrong. Set to the twanging drone of Datson’s hand-crafted Appalachian Mountain dulcimers, their 'Murder Ballad Singer" show is 'the sound of The Velvet Underground jamming with Incredible String Band. '

5:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Mike Martin

Mike's love of Australian dance tunes and songs led to collecting, recording and popularising the dance tunes of the late Joe Yates, one of Australia's richest sources of rare colonial dance music and songs. An accomplished songwriter in his own right, Mike has released several CDs, toured Europe, and his residential work includes two years in Vancouver, Canada, one year at Old Sydney Town, Gosford NSW and in 2012 he took out the Australian National Busking Champion.

7:15pm - 7:45pm

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