Campfire T-Shirt
Designed by Hana Brenecki (Melbourne) this cool campfire scene will make you want to pack up the truck and head bush for the weekend. Printed in Hobart TAS on "as staple" t-shirt.
$50.00
Hey folks, thanks for dropping by.
Its been a great year of shows so far and I'm very excited to let you know my new album SOUTHERN is out now!
Stream from your favorite provider or buy a CD / LP below or from Avenue Records in Launceston & Tommy Gun Records in Hobart.
Pete is teaming up with Ash Grunwald to perform a few shows around Tassy in April, check the gig guide for info.
I'm also stoked to get the Original DeVilles back out of retirement, we've just announced a show at the Liffey Hall Saturday 2nd May, very limited tickets available.
I have also been busy producing a Podcast - Say It With Guitars - where I sit down and chat with some of Australia's finest guitar pickers, songwriters, producers, collectors and makers.
Join us for some in depth conversations that dig beneath the surface and crack into the lives and minds of these wonderful creatives. Now into Season 3
https://petecornelius.com/say-it-with-guitars-the-podcast
I'm excited to bring you the Lockdown Lowdown album we put together during the peak of Covid here in Tasmania.
You can download or stream it here:
Facebook YouTube Spotify BandCamp iTunes
Anyways, please take care and hope to catch you at a live gig soon
Cheers, Pete
SHOWS!
T Shirts & Hoodies!
I now have an online store where you can purchase T-Shirts, Hoodies and Coolers.
This is a Print On Demand setup. The turnover is very quick and very reasonably priced.
Please check it out! www.petecornelius.theprintbar.com/
Photos
photo - Tina Smith
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Tina Smith
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
photo - Ros Wharton
All photos by PuddleHub and Tina Smith
Music
Highly anticipated and long awaited album from Pete Cornelius is finally here! An Americana delight from the depths of Tasmania. Produced by Matt Fell & Pete Cornelius
"With Southern, Pete Cornelius has crafted an Read more
Highly anticipated and long awaited album from Pete Cornelius is finally here! An Americana delight from the depths of Tasmania. Produced by Matt Fell & Pete Cornelius
"With Southern, Pete Cornelius has crafted an album of grit, toughness and beauty. His guitar playing is as lyrical and evocative as his vocal delivery and features as a second “voice” on the record - the two complementing rather than competing with each other in sheer storytelling perfection.
Cornelius’ guitar prowess is inescapable throughout Southern - perhaps even more notable on account of the tasteful, understated restraint that characterises his playing. It’s a perfect companion to the lyrical depth and rich imagery on show - similarly disguised in efficient and economical lines.
“Southern” music is renowned for its rawness and down home soul. From the deepest south of Tasmania, Pete Cornelius has revealed himself as the real deal and created an album that showcases an artist at the peak of his powers. "
Josh Cunningham - 'The Waifs' and 'Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham'
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Cruickshank 5:110:00/5:11
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Sick Of This Town 3:530:00/3:53
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Sump Oil City 4:270:00/4:27
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On The Road 3:480:00/3:48
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Hot On The Heels 4:450:00/4:45
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0:00/4:00
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Everybody 4:260:00/4:26
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Greasy RNRNB 3:080:00/3:08
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Troubled Mind 4:470:00/4:47
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Any 3 Chords 4:420:00/4:42
“Doing Me Good” is the 2019 release from the Pete Cornelius Band. Recorded live to tape at Pete’s Elephant Room Studio in St Marys, Tasmania over a few sessions during the colder months of 2018. This album features all Read more
“Doing Me Good” is the 2019 release from the Pete Cornelius Band. Recorded live to tape at Pete’s Elephant Room Studio in St Marys, Tasmania over a few sessions during the colder months of 2018. This album features all original material collected over the years since his triumphant 2013 album, “Groundswell”. The 11 songs have a deep feeling of ease and contentment as Pete continues to find his flow, writing and performing.
“Doing Me Good” also features collaborations with some of Tasmania’s finest musicians, including Claire Anne Taylor, Ange Boxall, Danny Healy and Randal Muir.
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Ain't No Good 3:490:00/3:49
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Promised Land 3:050:00/3:05
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Doing Me Good 4:540:00/4:54
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I'm Coming Home 4:520:00/4:52
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I Wanna' Know 2:580:00/2:58
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Come On 3:560:00/3:56
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Derek 4:210:00/4:21
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Rolling Wheels 3:300:00/3:30
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Marry You 4:200:00/4:20
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After The Flood 4:160:00/4:16
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Shack Song 4:070:00/4:07
Groundswell is a mix of Pete's original material and some tasty covers from some of Pete's favourite songwriters. Groundswell rocks and rolls with a strong New Orleans flavour. Musicians: Pete Cornelius, Henry Nichols, Simon Holmes, Randal Muir, Kelly Ottaway, Susannah Coleman Brown, Don Bates, Paul Williamson, Jeremy Williamson, Lila Meleisia
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Drinking The Blues 4:550:00/4:55
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Love and Happiness 4:330:00/4:33
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0:00/5:25
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Cold Water 5:330:00/5:33
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Repo Man 8:030:00/8:03
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Goodnight My Love 4:040:00/4:04
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Been My Gal 3:160:00/3:16
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0:00/4:29
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My Soul 5:050:00/5:05
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0:00/4:35
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Strong Suit 4:320:00/4:32
ENTIRE CATALOGUE
Tumbleweed is a guitar driven blues rock album with big sounds and bigger songs. Musicians: Pete Cornelius, Henry Nichols, Randal Muir, Jane McArthur, Carmel Claxton, Ian Collard, Kelly Ottaway.
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Town Of Machine 6:080:00/6:08
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Mr Soul 3:310:00/3:31
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San Jose 4:470:00/4:47
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Tumbleweed 4:390:00/4:39
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Driving Love 4:360:00/4:36
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Bad Penny 3:450:00/3:45
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Stars 5:570:00/5:57
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On Your Way Down 6:040:00/6:04
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Helpless Man 4:500:00/4:50
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Deadman Theme 5:080:00/5:08
Lock-down Low-down - Songs From Solitude - CD
Songs from solitude, The Lockdown Lowdown is a compilation album of songs written by Tasmanian Artists in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and subsequent shutdown of the live music industry in Tasmania. This song Read more
Songs from solitude, The Lockdown Lowdown is a compilation album of songs written by Tasmanian Artists in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and subsequent shutdown of the live music industry in Tasmania. This song was written and performed by Claire Anne Taylor. The project is the brain-child of Pete Cornelius, who assembled the artists, co-wrote and arranged the songs and recorded the music. All of the artists, musicians, engineers and videographer are Tasmanian and the music was recorded in the St Marys District School's Performing Arts Centre in St Marys, Tasmania in October 2020. This project was assisted through Arts Tasmania by the Minister for the Arts. credits released December 10, 2020
Guest Artists: Halfway to Forth (Dan & Kyle Lizotte) Claire Anne Taylor Dudley Billing Billy Whitton Pete Cornelius
The Band: Pete Cornelius - Guitars, Background Vocals, Percussion, Organ & Piano Beau Thomas - Drums, Background Vocals Hamish Houston - Upright & Electric Bass Dave Wilson - Guitars Randal Muir - Organ, Upright & Electric Piano Cho Billing, Claire Anne Taylor, Dan Lizotte, Dudley Billing - Background Vocals
Produced by Pete Cornelius Recorded by Jed Pickett @ St Marys District School, October 2020 Mixed by Pete Cornelius @ Elephant Room Studio Mastered by William Bowden Photos by Simon Holmes - Big Shed Studio
$20.00
Lock-down Low-down - Songs From Solitude - Vinyl
Songs from solitude, The Lockdown Lowdown is a compilation album of songs written by Tasmanian Artists in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and subsequent shutdown of the live music industry in Tasmania. This song Read more
Songs from solitude, The Lockdown Lowdown is a compilation album of songs written by Tasmanian Artists in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and subsequent shutdown of the live music industry in Tasmania. This song was written and performed by Claire Anne Taylor. The project is the brain-child of Pete Cornelius, who assembled the artists, co-wrote and arranged the songs and recorded the music. All of the artists, musicians, engineers and videographer are Tasmanian and the music was recorded in the St Marys District School's Performing Arts Centre in St Marys, Tasmania in October 2020. This project was assisted through Arts Tasmania by the Minister for the Arts. credits released December 10, 2020
Guest Artists: Halfway to Forth (Dan & Kyle Lizotte) Claire Anne Taylor Dudley Billing Billy Whitton Pete Cornelius
The Band: Pete Cornelius - Guitars, Background Vocals, Percussion, Organ & Piano Beau Thomas - Drums, Background Vocals Hamish Houston - Upright & Electric Bass Dave Wilson - Guitars Randal Muir - Organ, Upright & Electric Piano Cho Billing, Claire Anne Taylor, Dan Lizotte, Dudley Billing - Background Vocals
Produced by Pete Cornelius Recorded by Jed Pickett @ St Marys District School, October 2020 Mixed by Pete Cornelius @ Elephant Room Studio Mastered by William Bowden Photos by Simon Holmes - Big Shed Studio
$40.00
Press Kit
so, who is pete cornelius?
Pete Cornelius has been captivating audiences with his exceptional musicianship since he was just 13. A virtuosic guitarist and soulful vocalist, Pete's musical style defies easy categorisation, blending heartfelt Blues, funky grooves, soulful melodies, and Americana nuances. His original songwriting and authentic sound have earned him international acclaim and a multitude of awards, cementing his reputation as one of Australia's premier guitarists.
Leading the charge with his world-class ensemble, the Pete Cornelius Band delivers a performance that is nothing short of spectacular. Alongside Pete, long-time collaborators Beau Thomas (drums & vocals) and Simon Holmes (bass & vocals) bring a dynamic energy and solid grooves to every show, creating an electric atmosphere that resonates with audiences.
In 2024, the Pete Cornelius Band has set the stage for their highly anticipated full album release with two compelling singles. Fans can look forward to the album's debut in December 2024, promising a continued evolution of their distinctive sound and vibrant performances.
Sample Video
Press Photos
Forth Valley Blues Festival 2024 - photo Tina Smith
Recording Lockdown Lowdown, Songs from Solitude album - photo Simon Holmes
Sample Track
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Shack Song 4:070:00/4:07
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Ain't No Good 3:490:00/3:49
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I'm Coming Home 4:520:00/4:52
Previous events
Pete Cornelius Band - Riverbend Blues
Riverbend Blues, The Boathouse, 55 Lindsay St, Launceston TAS 7215
Join us at the Boathouse Centre for another year of Riverbend Blues!
Riverbend Blues 2024 is a showcase of some of the best blues Tassie has on offer! Ranging from Americana, Folk/Blues, Soul, Funk, and driving Rockin’ Blues, there’s something for everyone. Click on the link to get your tickets to this fabulous event at the Boathouse Centre Launceston. Loads of parking onsite, great meals, table seating plus a dancefloor, fully licenced and friendly venue! Grab your tickets today!
https://www.iwannaticket.com.au/event/riverbend-blues-2024-MzA3Mjk
Pete Cornelius Band - Moruya Blues & Roots Festival
Moruya Blues & Roots Festival, Moruya Waterfront Hotel, 1-5 Princes Hwy, Moruya NSW 2537
Spread over 3 days, Moruya Waterfront Hotel & Orphan Music Present the FOURTH Moruya Blues & Roots Festival! APRIL 12-14, 2024. 1 stage. All from $49.
LINEUP: 9-Twenty - Fri / Sat • • All The Fuss - Sun • • Claude Hay & The Kung Fu Mustard - Fri / Sat • • Hatz Fitz & Cara - Sat / Sun • • James Southwell Band - Sat • • Nathan Cavaleri - Fri / Sat • • Mac Tango - Sunday • • Pete Cornelius - Sat/Sunday • • Piper Butcher - Fri/Sat • • Smoke Stack Rhino - Fri/Sat • • Spindrift Saga - Fri • • Sunday Lemonade - Sat / Sun • • The Sunbears - Sun •
Pete Cornelius Band - Moruya Blues & Roots Festival
Moruya Blues & Roots Festival, Moruya Waterfront Hotel, 1-5 Princes Hwy, Moruya NSW 2537
Spread over 3 days, Moruya Waterfront Hotel & Orphan Music Present the FOURTH Moruya Blues & Roots Festival! APRIL 12-14, 2024. 1 stage. All from $49.
LINEUP: 9-Twenty - Fri / Sat • • All The Fuss - Sun • • Claude Hay & The Kung Fu Mustard - Fri / Sat • • Hatz Fitz & Cara - Sat / Sun • • James Southwell Band - Sat • • Nathan Cavaleri - Fri / Sat • • Mac Tango - Sunday • • Pete Cornelius - Sat/Sunday • • Piper Butcher - Fri/Sat • • Smoke Stack Rhino - Fri/Sat • • Spindrift Saga - Fri • • Sunday Lemonade - Sat / Sun • • The Sunbears - Sun •
Pete's only Sydney show during his visit to NSW for the Moruya Blues & Roots Festival. Joining Pete is George Brugmans and Mick Malouf. This is gonna' be a great night out. Thanks to the Sydney Blues Society for helping to put this one together. Tickets only $20 via trybooking.com
$20
LOT40 is a Bar, Café, Brewery, Distillery and now Live Music venue in the heart of Derby. C'mon out and see Pete perform his songs in this intimate setting.
Bring the kids along (12 and under) for an Easter Egg hunt, Enjoy the music provided by The Sign, Pete Cornelius and Monique Brumby. Pizza, Curries, Sliders great wine and Bicheno Beer.
Pete and the boys look forward to perform for the good folks at Live At The Wharf, Ulverstone
Let The Cat Out - Franko's Street Eats
Franko Street Eats, Franklin Square, 70 Macquarie St , Hobart TAS
Once a year if we're lucky, Let The Cat Out reform for a funky soulful reunion and let it all hang out!!
Pete Cornelius Band perform at the Forth Valley Blues Festival
Forth Valley Blues Festival , Recreation ground, Mell St, Forth, Tas 7310
The famous Forth Blues Festival is where is all started for Pete. This festival always feels like a homecoming concert! Not to be missed
Pete Cornelius performs Solo at Devils Corner Cellar Door
Devils Corner Cellar Door, 1 Sherbourne Rd, Apslawn TAS 7190
Come join Pete at the beautiful Devils Corner Cellar door for an afternoon of original tunes, free entry!
Pete Cornelius band perform at Love IT music festival
Love It Music Festival, Lovetts Flat Road , Sassafras, TAS 7307
Come and join us at the Love It Music & Camping Festival, a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates the love for music and the great outdoors! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend filled with incredible live performances, good vibes, and camping under the stars.
Mark your calendars for Fri Feb 23 2024 as we kick off the festivities at our beautiful location on Lovetts Flat Road, Sassafras, TAS 7307. Prepare to be immersed in the natural beauty of Tasmania while enjoying your favorite tunes.
Whether you're a music enthusiast, a camping lover, or simply looking for a fantastic time, this festival has something for everyone. With a diverse lineup of talented artists spanning various genres, there's bound to be music that will make you groove and sing along.
Take a break from the daily grind and escape to a world of music, relaxation, and camaraderie. Join us at Love It Music & Camping Festival for an experience you won't want to miss!
TS BACK🫵
Bigger than its 1st year........... Love it Music Camping & Festival is coming back in 2024.
We have an incredible lineup on offer for you all, Friday and Saturday night Rock it out to old school pub rock music thrown in with a bit of causal easy listening.
Our line-up for 2024 is huge, we are stoked with the amazing talent we have planned if you love Rock music then its time to come along for a great weekend🎶🎸🎹🎵
Friday 23rd from 4pm
Pete Cornelious
The HeartBeats
⛺Bring your swag, your tent even your camper, stay the night or the whole weekend, Camping is available for both nights.
Bar facilities, Food & Coffee on site for brekkie, lunch and tea on Saturday, and tea on Friday 🍻
Lovetts Flats in Summer is the place to be, get your friends and family together and come enjoy the cold booze, fresh food, the laughs the fun and of course the MUSIC.
Indulge your senses at the Tasmanian Wine Festival, a two-day celebration of the finest in Tasmanian wine, food, and live music, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens on February 10 & 11.
🥂 Heaps of Tasmanian vineyards & winemakers 🧀 Plenty of great local feasting options 🎷 Live entertainment, both roaming and on the main stage 🌲 Set in the stunning backdrop of the Botanical Gardens 🍹 Craft beer, cider, spirits & non-alcoholic beverages for anyone's taste
Dance the afternoon away, or make yourself comfortable on the grass with our great line up of local entertainment, taking to the stage and roaming throughout the festival.
We invite you to join us for a truly delightful day at Craigie Knowe on Sunday January 28th 2024 to enjoy Live music with the headline act being The Wolfe Brother. Set amidst the picturesque vineyard backdrop, this event promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Prepare to be captivated by the wonderful tunes of four Acts, with the headline act being none other than The Wolfe Brothers. Support Acts are Ange Boxall with Pete Cornelius, The Pretty Things & The Shots. Their energetic performances are sure to get you on your feet and dancing to the rhythm. Tickets for this extraordinary event are priced at $65.00 per person and includes a glass of sparkling on arrival. Bus transfers from Swansea & Bicheno can be booked at the same time
The Beatles Show present 'The Greatest Hits'.
Having previously tackled the 'Revolver', 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band', 'Abbey Road' and 'Let It Be' albums in their entirety to sold-out crowds, Tasmania's renowned Beatles Show return with a Greatest Hits show - a carefully curated performance, taking in the most iconic songs of the Beatles.
While The Beatles recording career only lasted 7 years, they managed to release 13 studio albums and a total of 213 songs.
Delivering this authentic 3 hour Beatles experience is a truly great live band featuring; Tom Wolfe, Pete Cornelius, Jethro Pickett, Louisa Hogue, Beau Thomas, Joe Weller, and Scott Targett.
Pete Cornelius Band performs at the Forest Sports Centre 100 year celebration
Forest Sports Centre, 632 Backline Road, Forest Tasmania 7330
Join us as we celebrate 100 years of the Forest Sports Centre!
Opening at 2pm with afternoon tea and history display, rolling into an evening with some of Tasmania's finest live musicians kicking off at 5pm. (Ticket holders only after 6pm, U/16's free)
Raccoon Dog. Pete Cornelius Band Dudley Billing & Friends Clinton Hutton
Food options from The Forest General Store food van from 5pm 'til late and on site camping available ($10 per night, payable at the bar)
Please note: BYO alcohol & campfires are strictly prohibited. DATE Saturday 13 January 2024 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM (UTC+11) LOCATION Forest Sports Centre 632 Backline Road, Forest Tasmania 7330
Pete Cornelius Band and Claire Anne Taylor at the Paragon Theatre
Paragon Theatre Queenstown, 11 McNamara St, Queenstown TAS 7467
Claire Anne Taylor will be joined by her incredible band, as they present 'Giving it Away' the highly anticipated third studio album from the lauded Tasmanian songwriter. Recorded at MONA's Frying Pan Studios in Tasmania.
Claire Anne Taylor grew up in Tasmania's ancient Tarkine rainforest and was raised alongside her five siblings in a quaint bush home rich with creativity and music.
Taylor crafts soulful folk songs that capture both the beautiful and dark elements of the human experience. Her music ranges from warm, mesmerising ballads to epic anthems. With vivid storytelling, colossal vocals and a powerfully captivating stage presence, her live shows leave the audience in no doubt that they have just witnessed something extraordinary.
Claire and her band will be joined by Iconic Tasmanian guitar slingers Pete Cornelius Trio, it's Swing, Slide & Toe Tapping Rhythm & Blues at its best.
Doors open 7pm | Music 7.30pm
Tickets General Admission $30pp
Pete Cornelius Band performs at Little Sisters
Little Sisters General Store , 1-3 Honeysucke Ave, Sisters Beach TAS
Pete and the trio will be performing at Little Sisters General Store alongside the talented Gleny Rae and other acts. Its gonna be a great family day out
Good Gumnuts Festival is a family friendly, intimate music festival that will make you feel right at home. Our aim is to create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that is respectful to all. With a wide range of music genres, food and activities, there is something for everyone.Our festival is a place to come together and celebrate the music, culture and lifestyle of our local community. We invite you to join us and soak up the good vibes.
Pete and the 4-piece will be rockin' the Taste of Summer again this year, come have a boogie and wear off that xmas pudding