Get Together Artists
DOCKER RIVER BAND
Docker River Band bring the rich rhythms and stories of the desert to life with their unique desert reggae sound. Their debut album, W.A. Border, celebrates 40 years since the Handback of Uluru, carrying forward the voices, stories, and pride of their community. Rooted in culture and groove, their music is a journey across lands, borders, and generations — full of heart, soul, and connection.
THE GLIDER
A psychedelic, rhythmic meditation with musical landscapes reminiscent of Jon Hassell and Brian Eno’s Fourth World. The Glider was conceived in Berlin in 2020 and has grown wings on the south coast.
Nick Garbett – trumpet/electronics. Matt Keegan - saxophone. Godriguez – guitar/electronics. Novak Manojlovic – keyboards. Noel Mason – bass. George Bishop – percussion. Finn Ryan – drums. Jordan Ireland – drums.
SLUMBA PARTY
Slumba Party is the duo project of multi-instrumentalist Lux Trevis and drummer Cracked Suzies. Inspired by Afro-Latino rhythms & UK bass music, the duo use live instrumentation to capture the raw energy of dance music. Cracked Suzies is the breakbeat / visual art project of jazz drummer Abby Constable; where she explores flowing grooves that fuse the rhythmic madness of South America and the pulsing energy of early 90s jungle breaks.
GABDU
Gabdu 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 twelve years, and is known for producing soul– infused beats and clear, dynamic vocals.
THE CONDIMENTS
The Condiments are a South Coast NSW collective blending jazz, folk storytelling, swing and just about a bit of everything. Built on pocket-tight rhythms, close harmonies and playful improvisation, their sets take you on a journey across the world, telling stories of travel and self discovery. From the desert of Australia all the way to Eastern Europe, The Condiments always bring a generous stage presence: songs you can hum, grooves that make you dance til your socks fall off, and important messages of love and freedom. Come dip your ears in 'The Condiments'!
LEVOS
Fast becoming one of Australia’s most exciting young musical talents, LEVOS makes forward thinking lush electronic dance music on Gadigal land in Eora/Sydney. He has released on renowned London label ‘Well Street Records’ as well as ‘Cod3 QR’ and his own ‘CG Discs’ Imprint. Garnering international support from the likes of Fold, Joy Orbison, Mia Koden and Fonzo, his productions are ‘designed for deep listening and unique dancefloor experimentation’ (Juno Download) His DJ sets are an explosive mix of Jazz, Disco, Afrobeat, House, Techno and Garage, crossing a multitude of genres and styles with a refined sense of musicality.
LUX TREVIS
Heavily influenced by the music of his home country Brasil, Lux's tunes consist of heavy percussive grooves and tight horn arrangements. Influences from Samba, Salsa, Afro-beat, Dub, Hip-hop and Jazz are present; creating a unique blend of entrancing beats ready made for the dance floor.
FREYA STAER
Step in and immerse yourself in the ethereal sounds of Freya Staer and her band. Based on the South Coast of NSW, Freya’s debut show in September brought heartfelt layers of poetic songwriting and gentle melodies to the Budwangs. with influences drawn from Joni Mitchell, Karen Dalton and Jessica Pratt, her tunes are certain to have you spellbound.
GODRIGUEZ
Godriguezis the solo project of Australian-Spanish guitarist, producer,and composer David Rodriguez-Lovibond. Known for weaving jazz,beat-making, and experimental textures into one cohesive sound, he’scarved a place as one of Australia’s most adventurous musical voices.Beyond his solo work, he leads the acclaimed ensembleGODTET, hascollaborated with artists like Sampa the Great, Genesis Owusu, andAndrew Gurruwiwi, and has taken his music from underground clubs tothe Sydney Opera House and international stages.With roots in hip hop production and deep training in jazz, Godriguezthrives in the spaces between — improvisation, groove, and rawexperimentation. His music is equal parts meditative and hard-hitting,always chasing new forms of expression.
HAZTET
Eora/Sydney, based spiritual jazz / improvised groove collective HAZTET explore a cosmic vastitude of dense sonic realms, guided continuously by the rich, bountiful osmosis of improvised collaborative experimentation. Profoundly inspired by the music of luminaries Mulatu Astatke, Pharoah Sanders, Joe Henderson and John Coltrane as well as oz legends The Vampires, Barney McAll, Julien Wilson, Close Counters and 30/70, audiences can expect vibrant jazz harmony, percussion driven Afro-infused dance grooves and layered ambient SFX soundscapes.
BENJI
Benji Fowler is widely known for fronting numerous successful NSW bands and musical projects. Since returning from a hiatus in remote Solomon Islands Benji has formed Benji and the Saltwater Sound System. This band has quickly gained a reputation in the Australian music scene as an up and coming force to be reckoned with.
Benji's music fuses pacific flavours with the raw sounds of the Australian East Coast. With a band behind him he creates hypnotic soundscapes underpinned by painfully catchy melodies. When you hear him solo his beautifully poignant lyrics and prowess for songwriting are unmistakable and magnetic.
Benji has had the honour of playing at numerous acclaimed festivals, venues and events. These include Woodford Folk Festival, the National Folk Festival, Peak Festival, Granite Town, Summer Rhythm, Palm Creek Folk Festival, Sydney Blues Festival, Springfest and Illawarra Folk Festival just to name a few.
