Performance Dates

Upcoming Dates
Here are some of my upcoming Shows & Performances, as well as some of my favorite Shows, ‘done & dusted’. I have some great shows & performances lined up, and would love to see you there! All the information you need can be found by clicking on the dates below.
Performances & Shows Coming Soon.....
I’m looking forward to playing more shows and catching up with friends along the way. Festivals, Pub Shows and Intimate performances along side of my musical friends 🙂

If you would like to book John Krsulja for a Festival, Show, House Concert or your Event please contact: johnkrsulja@yahoo.com.au

NEW ALBUM - Single & Album Release Tour, May/June/July & October/November/December 2020

‘BURDEN OF THE FOOL’ – Produced and Engineered by Glen Hannah & Matt Fell. Mastered by Jeff McCormack.

Excited to see the NEW Album project coming along. This Album started in March 2019 with acoustic recordings at ‘Studio Goonga’ with the late Glen Hannah. Glen took me to ‘Love Hz Studio’ in April 2019 to work on the band tracks with Matt Fell on Bass & Josh Schuberth on Drums, it was the last time I saw Glen and he passed 3 weeks later.

After 6 months I contacted Matt who offered to help finish The Album, we were joined by Pete Cornelius on Guitars, and recorded one last acoustic track in November at Love Hz Studio. We were lucky to have Glen play on only one track, ‘Black To Blue’, this song to be released on 22nd May 2020 and will be the first Single of the Album titled, ‘BURDEN OF THE FOOL’.

BURDEN OF THE FOOL, is a collection of songs telling the tales of life that has affected me, my friends, family & all of us who have shared the same life experiences over the last 4 years. This is my second Album, after my Debut Album, ‘Travellin’ Produced by the late Karl Broadie and released in 2015. The songs recorded for BURDEN OF THE FOOL were live track recordings, recorded on the first or the second take, allowing us to capture the moment in time.

Pete Cornelius’s guitars & harmonica, Matt Fell’s percussion, Ukulele, Keyboards & BV’s & were added in November 2020, also Piano Accordion by Michael Webb on the track, ‘Fishing & Working’

The first single ‘Black To Blue’ is slotted for Release on the 22nd May 2020, with the Album Release to follow, available in CD, Vinyl and all forms of digital on 19th June 2020.

TOUR DATES & Details to come…..

Friday 10th - Sunday 12th July 2020, Hats Off To Country On-Line, Tamworth NSW

SATURDAY 11TH JULY @ 9AM – TSA – IN THE ROUND WITH LIZZIE STEADMAN, TONY KENNELLY & JOHN KRSULJA

HATS OFF TO COUNTRY WILL CELEBRATE ITS 21ST BIRTHDAY THIS YEAR AND YOU’RE INVITED TO THE “ONLINE” PARTY.

From Thursday, July 9 to Sunday July 12, venues in the region welcome you to four days of country music.

Despite the easing of COVID-19 rules it’s not clear just how many patrons will be allowed into venues so the decision to create a virtual event has been taken to reduce the stress and worry out of this year’s planning.

More info coming soon!!

 

Friday 11th - Sunday 13th September 2020, Nimbin Roots Festival, Nimbin NSW

Shows Done & Dusted .....
I’m looking forward to playing more shows and catching up with friends along the way. Festivals, Pub Shows and Intimate performances along side of my musical friends 🙂

If you would like to book John Krsulja for a Festival, Show, House Concert or your Event please contact: johnkrsulja@yahoo.com.au

Friday 8th February 2020, Allison Forbes Album Launch Support, Tamworth Hotel, Tamworth NSW

Congratulations to my dear friend Allison Forbes for the release of her stunning NEW Album, ‘Bonedigger’. We celebrated her Tamworth Launch at The Tamworth Hotel.

Friday 17th - Saturday 25th January 2020, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Tamworth NSW

A great vibe this year at Tamworth, had some shows with friends and good times were had.

Highlight included our annual Show at The Pub with Brendan Nawrocki, joined this year with Chrisso Matthews & Josh Schuberth.

Also proud to take to Toyota Stage for Tamworth Proud Family Concert, and In The Round with Richo & Bec .

Friday 13th December 2019, Mother Earth Filming & Recording Session, Love Hz Studio, Sydney NSW

We had a great day Recording the Mother Earth song and the filming of the clip. The song was written at the DAG July retreat by Shane Nicholson, Jen Mize, Felicity Urquhart, Jeff Gibson, Kevin Bennett, Lyn Bowtell & Jeremy Edwards.
So happy to be included in this project, for our good friend Lucy Haslam and the great cause of Medicinal Canabis Oil and the right to try.

Wednesday 20th November 2019, Love Hz Studio Mixing with Matt Fell, Sydney NSW

Spent a few days with Matt mixing & recording one last song for the NEW Album to be relased in 2020.

Saturday 9th November 2019, Songwriters Retreat Show, The DAG, Nundle NSW
Friday 13th September - Sunday 15th September 2019, Nimbin Roots Festival, Nimbin NSW
Had a great time in Nimbin, some highlights included In The Round with Neil Murray & Richo Richardson, my first Nimbin Peace & Love March along with some intimate gigs. 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Thursday 11th July - Sunday 14th July 2019, Hat's Off To Country Tamworth Festival, Tamworth NSW
Hat’s Off To Country Tamworth Festival, 11th – 14th July  2019
Tamworth celebrates Country Music in Hats Off To Country Festival, it’s the cuddly festival, and I will be once again hosting the 2019 Singer Songwriter’s Retreat @ The DAG Sheep Station, Nundle.
The DAG Sheep Station will feature 3 Shows including an amzing line up artists:  Shane Nicholson, Luke O’Shea, Kevin Bennett, Felicity Urquhart, Jeremy Edwards, Jen Mize + artists from the 2019 Songwriters Retreat with special guests Brad Butcher, Jeff Gibson and performances by John Krsulja, Richo Richardson & Brendan Nawrocki.

Visit The DAG for details: http://www.thedag.com.au/events/hats-off-to-country-christmas-in-july/

Visit Hats Off To Country for full program of events and shows: http://www.destinationtamworth.com.au/Events/Music/hats-off-to-country

Visit Nundle.com for accommodation, boutique shopping and cafes: http://nundle.com.au/

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday 5th May 2019, The Great Nundle Dog Race, Nundle NSW
Experience a unique event while enjoying a day out in the country at the Great Nundle Dog Race.

The Great Nundle Dog Race is on Sunday 5th May 2019 and I’m happy to be on the mic as MC for this very special and unique event, fundraising for Nundle Public School.

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The Great Nundle Dog Race is held every year on the first Sunday in May on the Nundle Recreation Ground. It is the major fundraiser of the Nundle Public School Parents & Citizens Association (P&C) and attracts families and their dogs from the local region as well as the Hunter, Sydney and North Coast.

For details visit: http://nundle.com.au/the-great-nundle-dog-race/

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Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st April 2019, Nundle Go For Gold Festival, Nundle NSW
Nundle Go For Gold Festival 2019

I love performing close to home, and the Go For Gold, Chinese Easter Festival doesn’t get any closer.

I’ll be performing twice a day along side my friends, Brendan Nawrocki, Tony Kennelly, Logan Hoswell, with traditional Chinese music by David Wei & Eva Timmers and Entertainment by  Gomeroi Dance Company & Australian Yau Kung Mun Association. 

For details and full program visit:  http://nundle.com.au/nundle-go-for-gold-festival-2/

10.30-11.15 Music, Golden Guitar winner John K Krsulja, Nundle Woollen Mill grounds; Brendan Nawrocki, Jenkins St south, outside Nundle Guitars

11.15 Wheel barrow race, outside Nundle Guitars

11.15-12.00 Music Logan Hoswell, Nundle Woollen Mill grounds; Tony Kennelly, Jenkins St south, outside Nundle Guitars

11.30-11.45 Welcome to Country, Jenkins St intersection, both days

12 noon Chinese entertainment by the Australian Yau Kung Mun Association. Seek good fortune by placing money in the lucky red envelopes provided and feeding them to the dancing lion.

12.30-1.1.5 Music, Brendan Nawrocki, Nundle Woollen Mill grounds; Golden Guitar winner John K Krsulja, Jenkins St south, outside Nundle Guitars

1.15-2.00 Music Tony Kennelly, Nundle Woollen Mill grounds; Logan Hoswell, Jenkins St south, outside Nundle Guitars

1.00-2.20 Gomeroi Dance Company, Jenkins St intersection

1.00 Educational snake display, Oakenville St

1.30-2.15 The Magic of Lindsay Gardner, Nundle Memorial Hall

2.00 Educational snake display, Oakenville St

2.30-3.00 Chinese entertainment by the Australian Yau Kung Mun Association. Seek good fortune by placing money in the lucky red envelopes provided and feeding them to the dancing lion.

4.00-4.30 Market stalls close and pack up

4.30 Streets re-open

 

 

 

 

Saturday 23rd March 2019, "Shootin' Sadie" Dinner & Theatre Show, Nundle NSW
“Shootin’ Sadie” – Dinner & Theatre Show @ The DAG Sheep Station, Nundle NSW

It was certainly a treat to open for the very talented Nundle local, Natasha Soonchild and her performance of “Shootin’ Sadie”. I even added a touch of drama to my own performance which was received very well.

Last performed at the Sydney Fringe Festival in 2013, Natasha revived Shootin’ Sadie to raise funds for Hills of Gold Preservation Inc, established last year to research, assess, and inform good decision making regarding a wind farm
proposal from Hanging Rock to Crawney.
A Charles Stuart University Communications graduate, Natasha wrote Shootin’ Sadie conjuring the genre she always wanted to perform. She is joined by director Gwenda Hague, who is also her mum.

 

 

 

 

Friday 18th January - Sunday 27th January 2019, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Tamworth NSW
Tamworth Country Music Festival 2019
This is always a huge one for all artists and I have many great memories and look forward to playing some special shows, see you in January 2019

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday 3rd November 2018, The Flood - The Tamworth Hotel, Tamworth NSW
The Flood are coming to The Tamworth Hotel playing tracks from there forthcoming Album and old favs from other Albums.

I’m happy to be a local opener for my mate Kevin Bennett & The Flood.

 

 

 

Friday 28th September - Sunday 7th October 2018, Mildura Country Music Festival, Mildura Victoria
Mildura Country Music Festival 2018

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

PASSIONATELY INDEPENDENT

When Australian country music fans talk of the festival “biggies”, the Mildura Country Music Festival rates a mention alongside the Tamworth Country Music Festival and the Gympie Muster as one of the big three.

The major difference between the other two and the annual Mildura Country Music Festival is that Mildura has Australia’s biggest showcase of Independent entertainers.

What that means is a seemingly unending cast of highly talented professional country music artists who aren’t signed to major record label deals.

The Independent factor gives Mildura a very different complexion, and it’s a successful formula that has worked admirably over the past thirty years. In 2018, more than 50 individual artists and groups will entertain over the 10-day period to celebrate the festival’s 32nd year, and the roster comprises many award winners. But then, when you consider that the Independent artists make up probably 95 percent of performers in the country music industry, and the calibre and achievements of the artists is well documented, it strikes home that there is a huge well of talent out there.

A large proportion of the artists performing at Mildura in the past have highly successful recording and touring careers and big fan bases throughout Australia. With names like Johanna Hemara, Rodney Vincent, Kiara Rodrigues, Reg Poole, Tom Maxwell, Owen Blundell, Terry Gordon, Justin Standley, Aleyce Simmonds and Allan Caswell, you can gather a truckload of chart hits, popular albums, and recording and songwriting awards.

What Mildura has steadily developed is something that draws thousands of fans on an annual pilgrimage that would make many non-music lovers scratch their heads in bewilderment. Often driving thousands of kilometres, the fans converge on this beautiful destination on the banks of the legendary Murray River for ten days of virtually non-stop country music, and the Mildura Festival has steadily built is own culture through the years. It’s become the Mecca for the “empty-nesters” – the mature age couples whose kids have flown the coop, the ones who have the time to set out for two or three weeks holiday, and most importantly, those who have a deep love of the music. The wonderful part about Mildura in September is that not only is it country music heaven, it’s also a great holiday destination.

The fans love the freedom of Mildura, and the value-added factor. For a start, virtually all the musical entertainment is free, and the majority of the shows are multi-artist concerts. If you were paying, the value is certainly there, but in this free environment, everything’s a bonus.

The venues, 25 in all, spread from the City Mall providing all-day entertainment at central city venues in Mildura to outlying locations like Wentworth, Merbein, Red Cliffs, Coomealla, Buronga and Gol Gol. Every taste is catered for with Line Dancing, Country Rock, Bluegrass, Bush Ballads and daily Walk Ups for those not on the program.

The jewel in the crown for the past twenty one years has been the live concert and radio presentation of the Southern Stars – The Australian Independent Country Music Awards, that recognise the achievements of the Independent recording artists during the past year, and this year’s entries are sure to again endorse the status of the event. Many previous finalist and winners like Felicity Urquhart, Darren Coggan, Travis Sinclair, Drew McAlister and Carter & Carter have also won Golden Guitars,with some notable successes like Allan Caswell, Brendon Walmsley, James Blundell, Luke O’Shea and Dianna Corcoran being multiple Golden Guitars winners.

The culture of Mildura has built up on a real family factor, and that applies equally to the artists as well as the fans. There is a noticeable lack of urgency and panic during the festival, because if you miss a planned event on one day, you can usually catch up later in the week. The excitement factor is still there, but there’s an element of control built in – and that’s why the enjoyment factor is just as evident on day ten as the start. And the reason the artists enjoy it so much is that it’s ten days of music, friendship and fun. Mildura is really a level playing field – no star billing, no support act tag, and certainly no room for egos.

For the fans it looks easy, but the organisation of an event the size and duration of the Mildura Festival encompasses a full 12 months of planning, and an awesome array of tasks from booking, accommodating and placing the artists, arranging venue rosters, working with a multitude of local suppliers and with strong support from sponsors, traders, Mildura Rural City Council, Wentworth Shire Council, State Government and Visit Victoria.

Underpinning the festival is Festival Radio 91.5 FM which broadcasts a 24 hours per day country music format during the Mildura festival, focussing on the music of artists appearing at the Festival.

So why do they (the organisers) drive themselves into the ground each year to make the Mildura Festival such a successful music and tourism event? Simple – they do it for the love of the music, they do it for the Independent Country Music artists, they do it for Mildura, and they do it for the fans. It’s a terrific combination that has created one of Australia’s most unique musical events.

The 32nd Mildura County Music Festival runs from Friday, September 28th to Sunday, October 7th, 2018. Further information can be obtained from 1800 039 043.

 

 

 
Friday 14th - Sunday 16th September 2018, Nimbin Roots Festival, Nimbin NSW
Nimbin Roots Festival NSW

The 3rd annual Nimbin Roots Festival is underway! If you like real music, living outside the spqare and don’t fancy being amongst ten’s of thousand’s of screeming people all fenced in one area with a tiny little spec of a stage in the distance, then this festival is for you!

Three days of non stop roots music from Australia and abroad spread throughout the colourful village of Nimbin, Australia’s counter culture capital.

We don’t have any ‘headline acts’ at Nimbin Roots Festival, as we believe that every act that we choose to play, are all as good as each other and are all treated equally too 🙂

During the festival, we host the anual Australian Roots Music Awards on the Sunday night, as well as the Peace March on the main street of Nimbin on the Saturday..

Our event is very family friendly and camping is just $10 per person per night at the showground which is walking distance to all festival venues.

We also will be providing an airport shuttle bus from and too Byron/Ballina airport throughout the festival that will coincide with all jetstar flights. We also provide a shuttle bus daily to and from Byron Bay, should you wish to stay there.

Keep up-to-date with what’s happening here, or on our website www.nrfest.com

 

 
Saturday 11th August 2018, Nundle Rainmakers Community Dinner, Nundle NSW

From Nundle with …10k is the magic number….$10565 to be exact was raised @ Rainmakers…WOW! All Donated to the great work Drought Angelsare doing. Tremendous effort by so many whom contributed including these 2 Rockstars Pip Joy and Brett Gorman who worked tirelessly for days to present an amazing dinner. So many corners of our community were part of bringing this fun night to fruition and making it a huge success…NUNDLE ROCKS! #rainmakers #DroughtAngels #farmershelpingfarmers#NundleNSW thank you to #NundleDistrictCraftShop for their post event pledge of $1000 to take us over the 10k! Thank you to all businesses and contributors….#community

Sunday 22nd July 2018 - Are You Aware We Care Concert, Wests Leagues Club, Tamworth NSW

It was great to be a part of this amazing line up of artists & friends, both local and national, raising awareness and funds for our farmers.

From Northern Daily Leader:

TAMWORTH has shown its true colours, with the community rallying around its farmers to raise more than $40,000 in a one-off concert.

It was a sold out crowd for the RU Aware We Care drought relief concert, with 800 people packing in to Wests Leagues Club on Sunday afternoon.

Along with the ticket sales, there was a telethon manned by Tamworth councillors, and dozens of donation tins circling the crowd, which raised a combined $12,500. An online auction raised $1775.

When country music star and headline act Lee Kernaghan got the call, he didn’t hesitate to say “count me in mate, I’ll be there”.

“When times are tough in the country, country people stick together, and that’s what this whole effort is about,” he said.

“Flying in today, I had a whole new understanding of the severity of the drought. To those farmers out there that are doing it tough, don’t give up, your family is depending on you. You are so important and we need you.”

All the money raised will be distributed by the Salvation Army. Rural chaplains Rusty and Di Lawson have been the organisation’s boots on the ground, and said it was “pretty dire straits” for most farmers.

Sunday 15th July 2018, Tamworth's Hats Of To Country Festival, The DAG Nundle NSW
Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th Tamworth’s Toyota Hats Off To Country Festival @ The DAG Sheep Station, Nundle NSW
There will be 3 Songwriters Showcases at The DAG during hat’s Off and featuring Shane Nicholson, Luke O’Shea, Kevin Bennett, Felicity Urquhart, Aleyce Simmonds, Jeremy Edwards & Brad Butcher.
Sat & Sun from 11am and Sunday from 4pm, a special Showcase featuring all artists from the 2018 Songwriters Retreat and their tutors + Special guests John K Krsulja, Jeff Gibson & Brendan Nawrocki.

 

Sunday 29th April 2018, Adam Brand Milestones Tour, Peel Inn Nundle NSW

Adam Brand hit Nundle’s Peel Inn as part of his Milestones tour, celebrating 20 years.

It was a great set for me and good opportunity to open for Adam, who was joined by special guests, Matt Cornell & Damien Baguley from Viper Creek Band.

Gibbo and a few locals were there to join the fun 🙂

 
Saturday 31st March & Sunday 1st April 2018, Easter Go For Gold Chinese Festival, Nundle NSW
Saturday 31st March & Sunday 1st April 2018 – Go For Gold, Chinese Easter Festival, Nundle NSW
Had a great time at the Go For Gold Easter Festival, it’s the second biggest festival in the North West, Tamworth Country Music Festival is the biggest.
Played along side of many friends including Jeff Gibson, Brendan Nawrocki, Dylan Hartas & The Blues Martyrs and my highlight playing with Rachael & Matt from Born In October, at the EP launch of ‘Running in Bare Feet’ in the Nundle Memorial Hall.
 
Sunday 11th February 2018 - Songwriter's In The Round, Wentworthville, NSW

Had a great time playing with old friends Luke O’Shea & Lyn Bowtell at Wenty Leagues Club.

Songs and stories were shared along with plenty of laughs.

 

 

Friday 19th - Saturday 27th January 2018 - 2018 Tamworth Country Music Festival, Tamworth NSW
I’m looking forward to catching up with friends old and new at the 2018 Tamworth Country Music Festival.

I’ll be a part of some very special Showcases at The DAG Sheep Station, as well as some spots around the city of Tamworth.

Here are some of the shows I’ll be performing at:

Drop by and say G’day, it will be great to see some familiar faces during the Festival.

Friday 19th – 12:30 pm TSA, Post Office Hotel, Tamworth

Saturday 20th – 11:00 am DAG Sheep Station, Nundle “Friends Of DAG Showcase”

Monday 22nd – 3:30 pm DAG Sheep Station, Nundle “Richo’s Roundup”

Tuesday 23rd – 12:00 pm TSA, Cattleman’s Steakhouse, Tamworth

Tuesday 23rd – 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, The PUB, Tamworth with Brendan Nawrocki

Wednesday 24th – 11:00 am DAG Sheep Station, Nundle “Songwriters Retreat Showcase”

Friday 26th – 11:00 am DAG Sheep Station, Nundle “Australia Day Showcase”

Saturday 27th – 12:30 pm Toyota Fanzone Stage, Tamworth

 

 

 

Sunday 3rd December 2017 - With Chris Matthews @ The Peel Inn, Nundle NSW
I’m looking forward to hanging out with Chris Matthews and bringing some of his tunes from The Kimberley’s West Australia.

Chris spends most of the tourist season entertaining the thousands of visitors to The Kimberley’s at El Questro, after that he travels Australia and the world taking his music to the mob.

Nundle will love to see Chris Matthews at the historic Peel Inn.

This will be a Sunday arvo session, starting at 4pm till 7pm, hope to see some familiar faces there.

 

Saturday 4th November 2017 - Opening for Chris Jagger @ Brass Monkey, Cronulla NSW
I’m looking forward to opening for Chris Jagger, the brother of Rock Royalty, Mick Jagger at The Brass Monkey, Cronulla as a part of the 2017 Australian Music Week..

I’ll be joining my old mate Jason Kearney on Saturday 4th November

For tickets: http://brassmonkey.com.au/events/chris-jagger/

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: http://australianmusicweek.com/

 

Thursday 2nd November 2017 - Australian Music Week, Cronulla NSW
 

I’m looking forward to being a part of the 2017 Australian Music Week, held in Cronulla.

I’ll be there on Thursday 2nd November, as part of Australian Americana Music Association Showcase, along with some great Australian Americana artists.

You can check the full line up & program here http://australianmusicweek.com/live-show-schedule-2017/

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: http://australianmusicweek.com/

Americana Showcase

November 2, 20176:30 pm9:20 pm
6:30 pm6:50 pm Little Wise
7:20 pm7:40 pm Matt J. Ward
8:10 pm8:30 pm Peasant Moon
9:00 pm9:20 pm John K Krsulja

 

Friday 29th September - 8th October 2017 - Mildura Country Music Festival, Victoria
I’m looking forward to being a part of the 2017 Mildura Country Music Festival.

I’ll be there on Friday 29th, Saturday 30th, Sunday 1st & Monday 2nd October.

You can check the full line up & program here http://www.milduracountrymusic.com.au/index.php/program

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

PASSIONATELY INDEPENDENT

When Australian country music fans talk of the festival “biggies”, the Mildura Country Music Festival rates a mention alongside the Tamworth Country Music Festival and the Gympie Muster as one of the big three.

The major difference between the other two and the annual Mildura Country Music Festival is that Mildura has Australia’s biggest showcase of Independent entertainers.

What that means is a seemingly unending cast of highly talented professional country music artists who aren’t signed to major record label deals.

The Independent factor gives Mildura a very different complexion, and it’s a successful formula that has worked admirably over the past thirty years. In 2017, more than 70 individual artists and groups will entertain over the 10-day period to celebrate the festival’s 31st year, and the roster comprises many award winners. But then, when you consider that the Independent artists make up probably 95 percent of performers in the country music industry, and the calibre and achievements of the artists is well documented, it strikes home that there is a huge well of talent out there.

 

Sunday 30th July 2017 - 'Rainforest Ranch' Byfield QLD
Look forward to hanging out with some new friends at The Rainforest Ranch at Byfield.

 

 

 

Saturday 29th July 2017 - 'Tannum Sands Discovery Park' Tannum Sands QLD
Look forward to hanging out with my mate, Andrew Thomson at the Tannum Sands Discovery Park, Tannum Sands.

 

 

 

Saturday 22nd July 2017 - 'Fraser Lodge' Caravan Park, Hervey Bay QLD
Had a great time hanging out with my good mate, Richo Richardson at the Big 4 Frasers Lodge Caravan Park @ Hervey Bay.

We were made very welcome by Jenny and all the guests 🙂

 

 

Thursday 20th July 2017 - 'Finbars Irish Bar', Maleny QLD
Had a great time hanging out with my good mate, Richo Richardson and his Round Up band, Will, Pat and Max, also joined by Gemma Louise Kirby.

Thursday 20th July @ Finbars Irish Bar, with Jen’s Woodfired Pizza.

You can check out Finbars here: https://www.facebook.com/pg/FinbarsMaleny/events/

 

Wednesday 19th July 2017 - 'Holler Tree Songwriters Round' Retro Bar, Brisbane QLD
Had a great time as part of the ‘Holler Tree Songwriters Round’ @ The Retro Bar, Kenmore.

It was my privilege to be join Brendan Radford & Cameron Milford, two magnificent songwriters on Wed 19th July from 7.30 pm.

The Retro Bar – You can check it out here : http://www.theretrobar.com.au/ 

 

Sunday 9th July 2017 - Hat's Off To Country Festival, Tamworth NSW
I’m looking forward to being a part of the 2017 Hat’s Off To Country Music Festival, Tamworth. Thursday 6th – Sunday 9th July

I’ll be performing at The DAG Sheep Station, Nundle on Sunday 9th, 4pm – 8pm as part of Songwriters Showcase

Visit http://www.thedag.com.au/events/hats-off-to-country-christmas-in-july/ 

You can check the full Festival line up & program here http://www.destinationtamworth.com.au/Country-Music-/hatsoff/program

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

The Hats Off to Country festival was launched in Tamworth, Australia’s Country Music Capital, by the Country Music Association of Australia (CMAA) in 2000.

The main event for the first year was a tribute to Australia’s King of Country Music, Slim Dusty, where some five thousand people packed into the Tamworth Regional Entertainment & Conference to be a part of the major tribute.

Pubs and clubs across the city, and some within the Tamworth region, joined in by organising events and activities that all contributed to a wonderful country music festive atmosphere.

In the following years, Hats Off continued to be a major focus with, first, the CMAA organising annual tribute concerts and more and more local venues joining in to increase the quantity and range of entertainment.

Saturday 29th April 2017 - Percey's Bar & Kitchen, Orange NSW
I’m looking forward to hitting the road with Brendan Nawrocki on his Open Road Tour. http://brendannawrocki.squarespace.com/

We’ll be heading to Percy’s Bar & Kitchen, Orange NSW and playing some tunes from 7pm.

CHECK OUT PERCY’S BAR & KITCHEN AND ALL IT HAS TO OFFER.

 http://percysorange.com.au/

PERCY’S STORY

Sydney circa 1822 – Captain Percy Simpson was convinced by Governor Brisbane to head west with a bunch of ‘educated’ convicts and start producing food for NSW. Percy’s skill in motivating convicts was put to good use, and he commenced his work creating what is now an abundant regional food belt.

Fast-forward 193 years and Captain Percy’s legacy lives on in Orange’s newest small bar – Percy’s Bar & Kitchen. Established by two Sydney-siders, Chris and Fraser, who like our Captain Percy made the trip west of the mountains to continue the growing movement in the NSW food and wine scene.

 

Percy’s Bar & Kitchen aims to showcase the best of what the Orange region has to offer, brought together with the talent of local chefs,- an exciting yet approachable menu and a venue with enough quirky twists to keep you coming back for more.

Percy’s industrial feel is the work of award winning designers Luchetti Krelle, of Momofuku Seiobo, Chimmichurri, Ananas and SoCal fame.

Orange’s newest small bar welcomes locals and visitors alike, and we are certain Percy’s Bar & Kitchen will find a big place right in the heart of Orange.

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Friday 28th April 2017 - Roths Wine Bar, Mudgee NSW
I’m looking forward to hitting the road with Brendan Nawrocki on his Open Road Tour. http://brendannawrocki.squarespace.com/

We’ll be heading to Roths Wine Bar, Mudgee NSW and playing some tunes from 7pm.

CHECK OUT ROTHS WINE BAR AND ALL IT HAS TO OFFER.

 http://www.rothswinebar.com.au/

THE ROTHS DINING EXPERIENCE

Enjoy our Tapas at the bar or share our Roths 1923 platter with friends in one of the cosy nooks around the fire or outside listening to live entertainment.

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Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th April 2017 - Go For Gold, Chinese Easter Festival, Nundle NSW
I’m looking forward to playing some music to Easter Festival goers, at the 2017 Chinese festival, along side my good friends Jeff Gibson, Brendan Nawrocki, Rachel Webster & Matt Thomson aka ‘Born In October’ .

In 2017 the Nundle Go For Gold Chinese Easter Festival will be held on Easter Saturday and Sunday, April 15th & 16th. Be part of the second largest annual festival in northern inland NSW attracting 16,000 people over two days. The annual festival honours the significant role of Chinese and European miners and storekeepers in the development of the Nundle and Hanging Rock townships. The Festival includes striking lion and dragon dances twice daily by the Australian Yau Kung Mu Association, traditional Chinese dance by the Multicultural Communities Council of NSW, panning for Nundle gold worth $1000, including four nuggets, live music by The Sax Summit, David Wei and Eva Timms, Jeff Gibson, John Krsulja, Brendan Nawrocki, Rachel Webster & Matt Thomson aka ‘Born In October’ and nearly 100 food, produce, craft and bric-a-brac market stalls, antique toy display, magician, Library on the Lawn and Chinese-themed craft (Saturday only), Woolomin Public School P&C animal nursery, jumping castle and face painting.

 

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Wednesday 15th March 2017 - NEW Single & Music Video Released "Billy"
A big Thank You to Lyn Taylor Photography for bringing my New Music Video Clip, “Billy” to life.
This is the first song I ever wrote back in 1992, and with Karl Broadie’s production & encouragement, “Billy” made it to a recorded piece of work.
Thank you to Tarmo Mumma & Lea Kaju for starring, Hayley Wilson, Tony Kennelly, Brendan Nawrocki and all at The Peel Inn for sharing their time.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2yoF5Mq4r5g

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Saturday 18th February 2017 - The Brass Monkey Cronulla
Had a great time playing some tunes and opening for my old mate Luke O’Shea and good mate Jason Kearney. It was a night of awesomeness and great to catch up with family, old and new friends.

 

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Friday 20th - Sunday 29th January 2017 "Tamworth Country Music Festival"
WOW!, What a Festival. 2017 Tamworth Country Music festival was, without a doubt the best for me 🙂 I got to perform and hang out with so many artists that I now can call friends and make new friends along the way.

Country Music to me is about spending time & catching up with friends, having a drink or two, listening to new songs & stories from our friends, celebrating songs, music from lost family and friends, new lives lived and so much more… It’s a beautiful thing.

Thanks to wife Belinda, my kids Brooke & Jade, my brothers from another mothers, Richo Richardson, Jason Kearney, Kelly Cork , Lee Caller, Rachel Caller, Brendan Nawrocki, Kick Missen, The DAG staff, Craig Power from the Pub, Jodie & Jon for the Town Hall, and all those that came and went and left their memories with me.

Last but the best, my old mate Luke O’Shea and I “WON” a Golden Guitar for ‘Heritage Song Of The Year’ for our beautiful tribute to our dad’s, ‘The Old Man’s Shed’, performed by Luke O’Shea and produced by Benjy Pocock. The Award was handed to us by the amazing Karin Page, an awesome night, congratulations to all the Finalists & Winners on the night xx

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Sunday 4th December 2016 - "Filming of Billy" The Peel Inn, Nundle
Had a great time filming some NEW Music Video Clips over the weekend. The first to be released is ‘Billy’ on Wednesday 15th March.

We filmed ‘Billy’ at The Peel inn and featured local residents and starred Tarmo Mumma &  Lea Kaju. The clip also features Hayley Wilson, Tony Kennelly, Brendan Nawrocki and Nundle locals.

The song was produced by the late Karl Broadie, who also features on BV’s and helped write the chorus from a song written in 1992. The clip was Filmed and edited by Lyn Taylor Photography who did an amazing job.

You can check it out here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2yoF5Mq4r5g

 

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Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th September 2016 - Nimbin Roots Music Festival
Had a great time performing at The Phoenix Rising Cafe, Nimbin for the 1st Nimbin Roots festival. Also caught up with many good friends old and new and attended the Australian Roots Music Awards ARMA, as my Album ‘Travellin’ was up for Best Album. Congratulations to Nundle’s Jeff Gibson for winning Best Album, ‘Tin Dog Road’, Best Single, ‘It’s Good To Know’ and to our good friend Allison Forbes for Best EP, ‘Augustine’

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Saturday 12th August 2016 - The Brass Monkey, Cronulla
Had a great night playing at my old stomping ground Cronulla @ The Brass Monkey, with Luke O’Shea, Aleyce Simmonds, Jason Kearney & guests Tori Forsythe and Katie Brianna. It was a full house, including family, friends, many old school friends and friends from the past

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Sunday 24th July 2016 – Passport To Airlie, The Albert Hotel Tamworth
The first Heat for Passport For Airlie was held at The Albert Hotel, congratulations to my good friend Allison Forbes for taking out our Heat. I had a great time performing a Set for my family & friends, old and new.

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Sunday 10th July 2016 – Hat's Off To Country Festival, Tamworth
We celebrated Hats Off To Country Festival in Tamworth from July 7th – 12th also The DAG Sheep Station hosted it’s 4th Annual Singer Songwriters Retreat and featured a special Showcase & BBQ on Sunday afternoon from 5pm. This special Showcase featured all the artists and their Tutors, including Luke O’Shea, Aleyce Simmonds, Jeremy Edwards, Kevin Bennett, Felicity Urquhart & Lyn Bowtell. It was an emotional few days, always so many special moments and memories. I am so proud to be a part of this music magic.

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Saturday 18th June 2016 – Karl Broadie Benefit "Concert For Karl", DAG Sheep Station
Concert for Karl CONCERT FOR KARL 18th June. We came together, we laughed, we cried, we remembered and we celebrated the life of Karl Broadie, as family, friends, Country Music artists and fans. A BIG thank you to Aleyce Simmonds for her efforts in making this happen, all the artists, Graham Connors, Shane Nicholson,  Aleyce Simmonds, Allison Forbes, Katie Brianna, John Krsulja, Hayley Wilson, Brendan Nawrocki & our friends who jumped up and sang Karl’s songs – ‘These are the days we will remember as the best days’. Forever in our hearts, forever Mr Karl Broadie x To make a donation to Karl Broadie Fund: http://www.kbsupportfund.com/

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Sat 26th & Sun 27th March 2016 - Nundle Go For Gold 'Easter Festival'
I had a great time performing on the streets to the many, many visitors who come to Nundle for this great annual Festival. The Nundle, Go For Gold Chinese Easter Festival is the second largest annual festival in northern inland NSW attracting 16,000 people over two days. The annual festival honours the significant role of Chinese and European miners and storekeepers in the development of the Nundle and Hanging Rock townships. There was also plenty of live music by The Sax Summit, David Wei and Eva Timms, Lou Bradley, Jeff Gibson & Brendan Nawrocki.

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Sunday 17 - 26 th January 2016 - Tamworth Country Music Festival

2016 Tamworth Country Music Festival was definitely a highlight for me as a performer.

It started with my Album Launch and continued with highlights including a performance at Toyota Park for Tamworth Proud Concert along side Tamworth artists, Ryan Sampson, Pixie Jenkins, Jodie Crosby, Ashleigh & Rex Dallas to name a few 🙂

Fanzone, Town Hall, The Courthouse, Songwriters Retreat Showcase, Friends Of DAG Showcase, Australia Day, Calvalcade, House Shows @ Fossickers Tourist Park, Festival FM Live Performance, and a guest on ABC Saturday Night Country Live.

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Saturday 16th January 2016 – ‘Album Launch’, DAG Sheep Station, Nundle
I would like to thank family, friends  and all the guests who helped celebrate my Debut Album Launch of Travellin’. The Album was produced by Karl Broadie, and the launch featured guests from my Album and friends including Karl Broadie, Katie Brianna, Hayley Wilson, Jeff Gibson,  Aleyce Simmonds, Luke O’Shea and an intimate band, Ronnie Rindo, Leigh Ivin & Paul OwenJohnKLauch-29JohnKLauch-58 (1)JohnKLauch-49JohnKLauch-47s.
Tuesday 29th December 2015 – 'Live & Local' Peel Inn, Nundle
Karl and John K Peel InnLive & Local was a great show at the beautiful beer garden of The Peel Inn, Nundle. The show was to welcome Karl Broadie and Rachel Webster to Nundle. Karl and I were joined by friends, local Jeff Gibson, Brendan Nawrocki and Rachel Webster. A great night out for all and one I know now, I will never forget.

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Saturday 21st November 2015 – Opening for Amber Lawrence plus Aleyce Simmonds and Christie Lamb - The Girls of Country Tour. Loxton Club, Loxton S.A
On 21st November, I got the chance to open for Amber Lawrence, Aleyce Simmonds and Christie Lamb – The Girls of Country @ Loxton Club, Loxton, South Australia. That was Gold 🙂

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