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CHAPTER 8 of the Courtyard Sessions will feature McGrath. McGrath are a local duo from the South Coast featuring brothers Chris and Mick McGrath. These two musicians are incredibly talented and are known for their performances as part of popular local rock band The Spindrift Saga, having toured across Australia supporting major acts such as Thirsty Merc and The Living End and also visiting Japan recently. As an acoustic duo the brothers will share their favourite covers and a few…

CHAPTER 10 of the Courtyard Sessions will feature Corey Legge, solo singer/song writer and member of South Coast Band The Swamp Stompers. 25 year old Corey Legge plays heartfelt acoustic folk and pop, drawing influence from growing up on the beautiful Far South Coast of NSW. Corey’s original music is reminiscent of James Taylor’s heyday, with intricate fingerpicking, and vocal melodies that will get stuck in your head for days. Corey has been described as "A creative, highly skilled pro.…

CHAPTER 11 of the Courtyard Sessions will feature Pretty People, local six piece up and coming youngsters. Pretty People are an ever evolving young band who since playing at local big bash ‘Granite Town’ are fast becoming one of the most exciting, well known musical acts on the South Coast. The six-piece’s saxophone infused original music combines memorable lyrics with infectious melodies in what the band describe as ‘Punk Funk’. Pretty People proved their talent for song writing and intricate…

CHAPTER 12 of the Courtyard Sessions will feature international artists Kate Beck (Japan/USA) and Travis White (Japan). This is one of only a handful of shows Kate and Travis will be performing during their time in Australia and it’s very exciting to have them at The Downward Dog Cafe. Kate Beck is a native Californian singer/songwriter living and performing in Tokyo. Getting her start at local open mics, Kate now sings on TV Commercials and TV and Anime shows in…

CHAPTER 13 of the Courtyard Sessions will feature Michael Menager, California born solo singer/song writer. Michael Menager has an ear for the common threads in our human experience: pitfalls and disappointments, insights and epiphanies. After singing and playing his way through coffee houses and bars around the world, Michael is now based in Candelo in the Bega Valley, where his debut album, Clean Exit, was recorded in 2014. With a folk ethos and a blues gospel feel, Michael delivers Clean Exit with the…

CHAPTER 14 of the Courtyard Sessions will showcase TOTUM “a duo with a difference”. Featuring Jo and Dave Tweedie, this talented act has recently moved to the Eurobodalla from the North Coast and have performed on stages all around Australia. TOTUM use live looping with percussion and guitars, along with lush vocal harmonies and a diverse set list to deliver a unique and entertaining performance. Their set will feature a mix of their own original songs and a selection of…

CHAPTER 15 of the Courtyard Sessions will feature Mallacoota based folk, jazz and blues duo The Awesome. Mili Cifali and Jim Horvath 'The Awesome' are two of Mallacoota's most consummate professional musicians. Their folk/jazz/virtuoso performances leave audiences wild for more. The combination of a rich vocals, dazzling guitar playing, a strong bass rhythm basement and heartfelt originals creates a memorable musical experience . Their album ‘A Little Magic’ is receiving national AirPlay via Amraps Airit program. The Awesome have been…