KAHUNA
Been playing together since: 2018
Music Genre: Acoustic covers
You can find them playing at: Dom’s Cocktail Bar
Favourite Song to Cover: Nothing Else by Angus & Julia Stone
We are Kahuna, a young acoustic duo from Sydney. Comprised of keys, guitar looping and both male and female vocals, we create unique arrangements for the songs we cover.
RICKY NIFO
Been playing full-time since: 2017
Music Genre: Soul, RnB, Pop & more
You can find him playing at: Dom’s Cocktail Bar
Bio: Ricky Nifo has an incredibly soulful voice that is at home in genres from the motown and soul era of the 60s to modern day pop and top 40 hits of now. Becoming a full-time musician in 2017, Ricky was a contestant on The Voice Australia in 2018. When he plays in a duo, he is supported by Pat Wiblin on guitar, who is experienced in all styles of the instrument using a combination of acoustics, electrics, sounds and loops to bring a new flavour to classic hits.
DEMAGÉ
Been playing together since: 2013
Music Genre: Pop, Folk & Country
You can find them playing at: Squires Terrace Bar
Favourite Song to Cover: Anything Fleetwood Mac
These two are no strangers to the live music scene clocking in over 500 gigs in the past 4 years. The duo has gained a world of experience in the industry, spending time travelling through America as musicians for Carnival Cruise Lines for 2 years. In this time, they performed to crowds every single night, taking requests and creating an experience for the guests. Through connection, the duo creates a signature sound that combines guitars and luscious harmonies that can adapt to any genre. Demagé’s original sound combines fragments of pop, folk and country. This mix creates versatility to any listener no matter their preference.
ROSE CARLEO
Been playing for: Over 25 years
Music Genre: Rock, Pub Rock, Blues Rock, Pop, Country & original compositions
You can find her playing at: Squires Terrace Bar
Favourite Song to Cover: Anything that rocks
Rose Carleo is the epitome of a hardworking, tenacious and super-talented singer, songwriter & musician with a career spanning more than 25 years, multiple album releases & music awards, music festival performances and most notably ARIA chart success.
EBONY & IVORY
Playing since: 2007
Music Genre: R&B, Pop & Reggae
Find them playing at: Squires Terrace Bar & Dom’s Cocktail Lounge
Favourite Song to Cover: Anything Stevie Wonder
Ebony & Ivory bring a soulful live acoustic sound performing classic covers from artists such as Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, Bill Withers, Michael Jackson, Cee lo Green, Mario, Lauryn Hill, Tracey Chapman, Blackstreet, Ginuwine and many more.
LARGER THAN LIONS
Been playing together since: 2012
Music Genre: 90s RnB jams, classics & current hits
You can find them playing at: Dom’s Cocktail Bar
Favourite Song to Cover: our special mashup of Tracy Chapman’s ‘Fast Car’ with a TLC and Michael Jackson song
Larger Than Lions are one of Sydney’s favourite duos, renowned for their powerful mash-ups and seamless blending of popular songs! Fronted by vocal powerhouse Penelope Pettigrew and charismatic guitarist Laura Vella, these girls have perfectly honed their craft, boasting a huge repertoire of captivating songs spanning a multitude of genres including Pop, RnB, Rock, Blues and Soul! Playing the songs you love, with a unique Larger than Lions twist that is guaranteed to have you moving and shaking!