The lure of the Gympie Muster Talent Search enticed him to have ‘one last crack at the major award’ and in 2001 he won! The Gympie win catapulted him to the CMAA College of Country Music (from which he graduated with flying colours) and a performance on the Main Stage at Gympie Muster 2002, plus an opporunity to compete at the Norfolk Island Country Music Trans Tasman Entertainer of the Year awards. Following the headiness of that win, Chalkie was a Grand-finalist in Tamworth Country Music Festival’s Starmaker 2002 competition. Fast Forward to 2012 and Chalkie has had a re-awakening.

His focus is strong and he has multiple projects to enable him to present a variety of different formats all featuring his unique talent and style.Recently married with a Debut album in 2012 Chalkie is poised for success.

From early days busking (before he was old enough to enter licensed premises) where he honed the talent of grabbing the attention of passers by, to the streets of Tamworth where Adam Brand later recalls he tried to imitate Chalkie because he was so good at busking.

Once Chalkie was of legal age, his career started to take shape with his experience in many different bands, duos and solo appearances where his training ground was “on the road” and his tutors were fellow musicians of all ages and backgrounds. His bandmates over the years reads like a ‘Who’s Who’ of the music industry.

Talent Quests and Country Music Festivals were Chalkie’s specialty and he has awards from all areas of the east coast of Australia to his merit.

In 1999, Chalkie moved his then young family to Boyne Island in Queensland and put his performing career on hold for a while to try to settle down to family life. However the lure of the Gympie Muster Talent Search enticed him to have ‘one last crack at the major award’ and to Chalkie’s surprise – in 2001 he won!

This then led to Chalkie’s return to the stage and a return also to the South Coast of New South Wales where his roots were. The Gympie win catapulted hims to the CMAA College of Country Music (from which he graduated with flying colours) and a performance on the Main Stage at Gympie Muster 2002, plus an opportunity to compete at the Norfolk Island Country Music Trans Tasman Entertainer of the Year awards. Following the headiness of that win, Chalkie was a Grand-finalist in Tamworth Country Music Festival’s Starmaker 2002 competition.

Chalkie remains a unique talent – although it formed his early career, Chalkie is not strictly Country … his ability to entertain all ages and all musical tastes knows no bounds. Chalkie has matured to become one of the South Coast’s most popular entertainers. His voice strengthens with this maturity and his guitar prowess continues to surprise.

Songlist

• Mr Bojangles – Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
• Riverbed – Kernaghan
• Proud Mary – Creedeence
• Sister Goldenhair – America
• The Weight – The Band
• Jeans On – I
• Homespun Love – KU
• Forever Now – Cold Chisel
• This Dance – Chalkie
• Little Egypt – Elvis
• Ticket To Ryde – Beatles
• The River – KU
• Free Fallin – Tom Petty
• I’v Been Everywhere – Geoff Mack
• Look After Yourself – Stars
• Time of your Life – Greenday
• Best of My Love – Eagles
• The Letter – Joe Cocker
• Guess That’s Why They Call It The Bluz – Elton John
• Tequila Sunrise – Eagles
• Have You Ever Seen The Rain – Creedence
• Paul Kellys Blues – The Flood
• The Joker – Steve Miller Band
• I Hear You Knockin – Dave Edmunds
• Tip of My tongue – Diesel
• Losing my religion – REM
• 3am – Matchbox 20
• Take me back – Noisewors
• Mrs Robinson – S & G
• Better Man – Pearl Jam
• Stuck in the middle – Steelers Wheel
• Somebody like you – KU
• Castles in the air – Don Mclean
• Emily – Chalkie White
• Take it easy – Eagles
• Tear Stained eye – The Flood
• Cryin’ Shame – Diesel
• Burn for you – Farnham
• Wonderwall
• Brown eyed girl – Van M
• Sweet home Alabama – Lynrd Skynrd
• This Time – KU
• Raining on a Sunday – KU
• Blister in the sun
• Leeroy Brown – Jim Croce

Ardastra was formed by husband and wife duo R-jay and Nakia Bolt in Sydney, Australia, in 2005. Their vision was to create music to compliment a first class voice. In early 2008, husband and wife combination Greg and Kylie Spencer joined Ardastra. Now with a full band behind ‘the voice’ Ardastra is realising its full potential as an artist.

Nakia
Originally from Nassau, Bahamas, Nakia became a professional singer during her teen years performing at many world class resorts in the Bahamas, including ‘Sandals Resort’ on the island of New Providence, and ‘Atlantis’ and ‘The Riu’ on Paradise Island.

Many international tourists chose the distinguished Old Forte Bay Clubhouse (situated in Lyford Cay, on the island of New Providence,
Bahamas) as the venue for their special function. Ranging from weddings, to wedding anniversaries and 50th birthday celebrations guests were astonished at Nakias vocal ability. She is a first class act gaining extensive international experience with the Bahamas National Youth Choir travelling to several countries including China, Scotland, Canada, The United States of America and France.

The band behind Nakia
The band behind Nakia are R-jay on guitar, Greg on Drums and Kylie on Bass. Influenced by genres such as Rock, Blues, RnB and Jazz the band provide the right style to complement Nakias voice.

R-jay is an accomplished guitarist whose influences include Slash, Steve Vai and Stevie Ray Vaughan. He is blessed with the talent to overplay, but via a development of an appreciation for many genres of music, he doesn’t. He is a key founding member of Ardastra.

Greg developed his drumming style in his early teens listening to heavy metal bands such as Iron Maiden.  This coupled with his experience, playing in several rock bands and disco bands, has brought a more relaxed and conservative, yet confident  drumming style to Ardastra.

Kylie’s influence by rock, disco and funk, allows her to provide Ardastra with a strong bassline, however she is also a valued member of Ardastra for her strong and confident backing vocals.

Ardastra is available to play at your next special function. If you require entertainment at you next dinner party, dance music, or special function Ardastra can facilitate your needs.

Ardastra Repertoire

Pop/Rn’B/Soul
American Boy (Estelle)
If I were a Boy (Beyonce)
Sweet About Me (Gabriella Cilmi)
No-One (Alicia Keys)
Perfect (Vanessa Amarosi)
Peachy (Missy Higgins)
One Rock n’ Roll Too Many (Sayesha)
If I Aint Got You (Alicia Keys)
A Woman’s Worth (Alicia Keyes)
Trick Me (Kelis)
Big Girls Don’t Cry (Fergie)
Good Excuse (John Butler Trio)
UFO (Sneaky Sound System)
I Can’t Stand the Rain (Guy Sebastian)
Hot and Cold (Katy Perry)
Close to you (Maxi Priest)
Billie Jean (Michael Jackson)
Smooth Operator (Sade)
Mercy (Duffy)
Kiss Me (Six Pense None the Richer)

Ballads
I Will Always Love You (Whitney Houston)
Greatest Love Of All (Whitney Houston)
Super Woman (Alicia Keys)
Taking Chances (Celine Dion)
Don’t Know Why (Norah Jones)
Beautiful (Christina Aguilera)
Voice Within (Christina Aguilera)
Fallen (Alicia Keys)

Funk/Dance/Party
Love Fool (Jamiroquai)
Funhouse (PINK)
Groove is in the Heart (Deee lite)
I Feel Good (James Brown)
Shaky Ground (Delbert McClinton)
I Wish (Stevie Wonder)
I Don’t Wanna Go To Bed Now (Gariella Cilmi) R U Gonna Go My Way (Lenny Kravits) That’s What I Like About You (Romantics) Umbrella (Rhianna) Movin’ On Up (M People) We Are Family (Sister Sledge) I Don’t Hook Up (Kelly Clarkson) Please Don’t Leave Me (PINK) Red Red Wine (UB40)

Easy Listening
There’s Hope (India Arie)
Summer (India Arie)
Am I Not Pretty Enough (Casey Chambers)
Summertime (Madonna)
Fever (Ella Fitzgerald)
Let It Rain (Amanda Marshall)
Cry In Shame (Johnny Diesel)
Walk With You (India Arie)
Video (India Arie)
Sway (Michael Bubble)
Stir It Up (Bob Marley)

Darcy is an extremely talented and versatile performer. While his influences are mainly country & country rock, Darcy is able to perform all styles of music be it sing a long, rock, party or even old time music – he will provide the music that best suits his audiences’ demographic. He can keep a small crowd entertained with soft intimate music or blast it out with the best. Darcy has a very friendly personality, and that combined with his unique voice and stagecraft, make him an act not to miss.

Darcy performs his ‘One Man Band’ act with his guitar and backing tracks. He records most of his own backing tracks in his home studio and regularly adds new songs to his already extensive Song List. He quotes “by recording most of this myself it makes it almost 100% me. Plus I love doing it and it keeps my head around the music”.

He has spent the best part of the last 20 years as Lead Vocalist and Lead Guitarist with the multi award winning country rock band the ‘Wolverines’. He resurrected his ‘One Man Band’ show as a part time gig in between Wolverines gigs to enable him to continue doing what he loves best……..  Music!

A duo for any occasion or function.

With a repertoire of over 300 songs, these two entertainers are able to create a vibe and mood for any occasion.

One non Blond have found success on the Sydney club and hotel circuit and many country venues.

Between them, Annie & Tim bring over 27 years experience to the stage, from live bands to theatre restaurants & shows.

One Non Blond have entertained & pleased crowds at their venues with a formula that involves the audience in the fun and music ensuring a night to remember has been enjoyed by all.

The pair’s onstage banter enhances the audience’s feeling of fun-filled entertainment.

Annie’s passionate vocals have evolved over the years with experience in blues, rock, pop and country with performances in clubs, hotels and outdoor concerts.

Tim brings to the duo live band experience with a 12 year stint as lead vocals with the acclaimed “Simply Bushed Band” and rock bands playing theatre restaurants and “pub theatre”. With one solo album and 2 bush band albums under his belt, Tim brings versatility in vocals and guitar to the duo.

The variety of music from Patsy Cline to AC/DC with a sprinkling of Creedence , Status Quo, Wolfmother and Cold Chisel thrown in.

Just some songs covered by One Non Blond include:

• Have you ever Seen the Rain
• Hand In Pocket
• Dreams
• Not Pretty Enough
• Drops of Jupiter
• All I wanna Do Is Make love to You
• Mustang Sally
• Tonight’s the Night
• Torn
• Your Mamma Don’t Dance
• Summer of ‘69
• I’m On My Way
• Carwash
• Stuck in the middle
• Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking for
• I’m a believer
• That Don’t Impress Me Much
• Believe
• Bette Davis Eyes
• Whenever Wherever
• Khe Sahn
• Heartache Tonight
• Born To Try
• Alright Now
• Brass In Pocket
• Total Eclipse of the Heart
• You Sexy Thing
• Better
• Forever Now
• Cheap Wine
• My Sharona
• Highway to Hell
• It’s a Long Way
• Turn the Page
• Turn Back Time
• Take Your Mama Out
• Run to Paradise
• April Sun
• 500 Miles (I’m Gonna Be)
• Scar
• Flame Trees
• What’s Up
• Man I Feel Like a Woman
• and a selection of Country and Disco songs and many , many more.

]]> http://www.jaybees.com.au/one-non-blond/feed/ 0 http://www.jaybees.com.au/the-jolene-theory/ http://www.jaybees.com.au/the-jolene-theory/#comments Fri, 13 Apr 2012 02:21:48 +0000 admin http://www.jaybees.com.au/?p=1944 The Jolene Theory began as just that – a theory. How do popular songs sound when filtered through the minimalist lineup of just acoustic guitar/vocals and drums?

Ever wondered how the synth-driven hard rock of Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ would sound if covered by Johnny Cash?

How about Rod Stewart’s classic ‘Maggie May’ performed by a reggae band? Australian Crawl via Latin America?

Not to mention a skiffle driven version of ‘Karma Chameleon’ or a rockabilly ‘Mrs. Robinson’.

And what if, instead of an entire band onstage, all of these styles were performed by just TWO people? One of whom, when not playing a standup cocktail drumkit, uses whatever impromptu percussion is at hand: mic stands, windows, bar stools, table tops, even his sidekick’s acoustic guitar.

Sounds good in theory right?

Well, The Jolene Theory began as exactly that – a theory. With a mutual love of music and showmanship, DC (acoustic guitar & vocals) and Red (cocktail drums & percussion), applied one simple philosophy when auditioning tracks for their songlist: can the song be stripped down to its most basic elements and be reinterpreted with its core entertainment value still intact?

And so The Jolene Theory was born.

Infusing latin, reggae, jazz, blues, skiffle, rockabilly and bluegrass with their own diverse backgrounds in tribute shows and rock bands, The Jolene Theory aspire to thrill with equal parts groove, melody, improvisation and showmanship as they deconstruct and rebuild the fabric of popular music in every performance.

Artists such as all given the Jolene Theory touch – The Beatles, Led Zeppelin,The Police, The Who, Styx, David Bowie, Queen, The Rolling Stones…
Popular music, Johnny Cash, The Hot Rats, The Police, The Beatles, Mumford & Sons, The Violent Femmes

The Airwaves are a band of true musicians in an era dominated by computer generated sounds and instruments. The depth of sound and skill onstage keeps the crowd amazed as they dance through Rock ‘n’ Roll, Jive, Cha Cha, Reggae and Waltz featuring covers from a range of artists from Elvis, Tom Jones, Neil Diamond to Rod Stewart, Santana & many more.

What began as a band entertaining crowds across India 30 years ago, has been reunited through the crowd pleasing Frontman Buddy Paris and Drummer Denzil Ray. Except this time they have been joined by star Australian musicians Phil Knight (Guitar), Bruce Mainstone (Keyboard), Paul Phillips (Tenor Sax), Gareth Allan (Bass Guitar).

This musically versatile six piece band capable are of performing at any function – Dance, Party or Wedding and will keep guests entranced throughout.

Over the years he has supported the Ted Mulry Gang, John Paul Young, Spy vs Spy, Paul Kelly and Stevie Wright from the Easybeats.

Guitar Gaz has now teamed up with female vocalist / guitarist / pianist Chrissy-Jane Worthy. Chrissy-Jane’s lifelong love for music and singing shows itself in her performances. She has been a notable performer in her local music scene for the past 10 years, performing both as a lead singer and as part of various vocal duos/trios. Her versatility, raw powerful voice and superb vocal harmonies make her a valuable member of the ‘Lonely Guys’ act.

Now a unique and dynamic duo, their repertoire covers a wide range of popular hits spanning from Elvis to Powderfinger, with a set list able to be suited to any audience. Covering hits from Cold Chisel, Crowded House, Split Enz, Hunters&  Collectors, Diesel, Paul Kelly, U2, Johnny Cougar, Bryan Adams, Alice Cooper, Cheap Trick, Kenny Rogers, Doris Day, Johnny Cash, Matchbox 20, Creedence, ACDC and many more.

Songlist
ACDC – TNT – Highway to Hell
The Angels – Gotta get Out of this Place
Bryan Adams – Summer of ‘69
The Beatles – All my Loving – Back in the USSR – Saw Her Standing There – I Wanna Hold Your Hand
Blink182 – All the Small Things
David Bowie – Heroes
Bread – Guitar Man
James Brown – I Feel Good
Alice Cooper – School’s Out – Only Women Bleed – No More Mr. Nice Guy
Crowded House – Better be Home Soon – Something So Strong
Cold Chisel – Flame Trees
Creedence Clearwater Revival – Fortunate Son – Have You Ever Seen the Rain
Johnny Cougar – Hurts So Good – Cherry Bomb
Johnny Cash – Fulsome Prison Blues
The Commitments – Mustang Sally
Cheap trick – Want You to Want Me
Eric Clapton – Wonderful Tonight
The Cars – Best Friend’s Girlfriend
Dragon – April Sun in Cuba – Still in Love
Diesel – Tip of my Tongue
The Doors – Light my Fire – Roadhouse Blues
Dandy Warhols – Like Bohemian
Elvis – Suspicious Minds – Return to Sender
Elton John – Crocodile Rock – Rocket Man
Foo Fighters – Learn to Fly
Bryan Ferry – Lets Stick Together
Green Day – Good Riddance
Greg Kihn Band – Breakup Song
Hoodoo Gurus – My Girl
Hunters and Collectors – Do You See what I See
Hot Chocolate – Everyone’s a Winner
INXS – Don’t Change – Tear us Apart
John Lennon – Stand By Me
Kenny Rogers – The Gambler
Kinks – Waterloo Sunset – Sunny Afternoon
Paul Kelly – To Her Door
Live – All Over You
Lou Reed – Walk on the Wild Side
Limp Bizkit – Behind Blue Eyes
Mental as Anything – Live it Up – The Nips are Getting Bigger – If You Leave Me (can I come too?)
Gary Moore – Walking by Myself
Martha and the Muffins – Echo Beach
Van Morrison – Brown eyed Girl – Gloria
Steve Miller – The Joker
Mi Sex – Computer Games
The Monkeys – I’m a Believer
Nirvana – About a Girl – Come as You Are
Oasis – Wonderwall
Tom Petty – I Won’t Back Down
Pearl Jam – Last Kiss
Powderfinger – On my Mind
Presidents of the United States Of America Lump Video Killed the Radio Star
Pink Floyd – Comfortably Numb – Wish You Were Here
Red Hot Chilli Peppers – Other Side
R.E.M – Man on the Moon
Rolling Stones – Brown Sugar
Start me Up – Last Time
Status Quo – Rockin’ All Over The World
Silverchair – Tomorrow
Stealers Wheels – Stuck in the Middle (with you)
Cat Stevens – The first Cut is the Deepest
Sunnyboys – Alone with You
Split Enz – I Got You – History Never Repeats – Message To My Girl
Smashing Pumpkins – Tonight Tonight
The Troggs – Wild Thing
Billy Thorpe – Most People I Know (think that I’m crazy)
U2 – Angel of Harlem – Elevation – With or Without You – Sunday Bloody Sunday – One
Violent Femmes – Blister in the Sun

The Who
Substitute

• Marso’s Mega Music
• Rox Disco
• Tenacious DJ
• Simple the Best – Alan Barnes
• Kermit’s Karaoke
• DJ Ordie
• DJ Riggers
• Syndicate DJs
• DJ Blake
• DJ Nana Blade
• Hav N Fun Disco
• Hav N Fun Karaoke
• DJ De Luxe
• RJay the DJay
• DJ Beat Brothers
• DJ DOmin-8-tion
• JBWT Disco
• Destiny Karaoke

Our Reviews…
Excellent, brilliant, wonderful, born entertainer, fun, fantastic, simply the best, she rocks, amazing, top job, great voice, unbelievable, love her personality and presence, bloody fantastic.

ROSIE performs classic ‘chick pub rock’ from the likes of The Baby Animals, Melissa Etheridge, Tracy Chapman, Fleetwood Mac and Leonardo’s Bride just to name a few. Performing a raw, earthy, unplugged acoustic show with a  powerful vocal delivery, ROSIE will get your party started.

ROSIE also covers the classics that everyone wants to hear, Cold Chisel to Van Morrison from the 60s through to now, and can also professionally mastered backing tracks to suit any venue requirements.

Get ROSIE strummin’ @ your venue today.

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