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CONTENTS Page 5

OPENING NIGHT Page 31-33

PLAYING SCHEDULE Page 34

MAP

Page 36

YOUTH MENTORSHIP Page 50-52

COMMUNITY PROGRAM Page 61-62

FESTIVAL INFO Page 63 TICKETING

Enjoy the iconic Magic Bus

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“Information is not knowledge. Knowledge is not wisdom. Wisdom is not truth. Truth is not beauty. Beauty is not love. Love is not music. Music is THE BEST.” Frank Zappa Welcome to the 10th Anniversary Mullum Music Festival, a 4-day weekend all about music, which is the best! Over the last 10 years I’ve been lucky enough to spend my time programming music that is diverse, for all ages and all types of people – with no exclusions. Artists from all over the world have shared stages with local musicians to perform in the enlightened and friendly town of Mullumbimby. Alongside our music program, we have made a commitment to a light footprint (see our Community Program page 50-53) and giving young, local musicians a leg up with the amazing Youth Mentorship Program (page 36). We have forged many wonderful partnerships with local schools, educational organisations and businesses including Spaghetti Circus, The Neighbourhood Centre, The Byron Bay Writers Festival, Byron Shire Council, The Mullumbimby Chamber of Commerce and many more.

We have presented incredible artists from all over the world, whilst still managing to keep the festival unpretentious and homely. As always there will be many wonderful collaborations, special festival moments, workshops and masterclasses as well as the return of the piano bar (my favourite venue) and the unmissable New Orleans-esque Street Parade. The Mullum Music Festival is a wrist banded event. Wearing the official festival wristband gives you access to all the venues involved. It’s inevitable that some gigs will be more popular than others, so please get to your ‘must see’ shows early to avoid disappointment as venues do fill up. If a venue is full, then don’t stress, there is always another great act just across the road, or next door, that will have space. Please respect the town and the neighbours of venues, and at the end of the night leave venues quietly. Have a wonderful 10-year celebration and see you at the festival.

Though the festival does give the local economy a bit of a kick each year, it’s not why I started it back in 2008. I started it because I like music. As Zappa said, it’s the best! I felt there was room for a festival that did things a bit differently. I’m so proud, looking back over the last 10 years, I can confidently say we found our audience. The festival is now firmly established as a music event of national significance and a festival that showcases new, emerging music, along with career artists and local artists.

For links to artist music go to www.mullummusicfestival.com

Glenn Wright Director

From the

Mayor Mullum Music festival is 10 years old-wowtime flies when we’re having fun! Since it’s beginning, the MMF has lusciously covered Mullum’s spaces with creative, inclusive, and community goodness. It has uncovered and supported emerging talent, it has celebrated the long and distinguished careers of music legends, and it has brought the community together whilst doing so. To locals- may we always continue to meet and dance and celebrate together and always appreciate how important festivals like the MMF are for our community. To visitorsyou’re locals for the weekend. Please love and respect our town and shire as we do and take home some of the Byron magic that the Mullum Music Festival conjures in your hearts. Now, all aboard the Magic Bus-there’s music to enjoy. Happy 10th birthday MMF! Simon Richardson Mayor, Byron Shire Council

Recent

REvIEWS Jewel in this area’s crown.

The street parade kicks off the final day of a festival which shares a Shire with some of the country’s biggest. Bluesfest, Splendour In The Grass and Falls all run around here, but it’s Mullum Fest which is truly the jewel in this area’s crown. Written by Samuel J. Fell Rolling Stone, 2016

An unmitigated delight.

Sometimes you find the brightest treasures way off the beaten track and Mullum Music Festival is one such hidden gem, the boutique festival being not so much embraced by the locals as becoming happily entwined with the entire surrounding community. Written by Steve Bell themusic.com, 2014

The emphasis is on fun rather than earnestness. Nut farmers, Indigenous musicians and altpop pantsuit wearers share the limelight with a faux Russian folk choir at this small-town festival that spans Mullumbimby’s main street. Written by Andrew Stafford The Guardian.com, 2016

Secret of the perfect festival: ditch the headliners and focus on talent.

The Mullum Music Festival laughs in the face of accepted festival orthodoxy. There is no mainstream headline act to attract the undiscriminating mug punter. … The result is an intimate, friendly, unpretentious festival for those who love music. Written by Bruce Elder Sydney Morning Herald, 2011

Music festivals transcend the norm and The Mullum Music Festival brings it home to mama. Home is where the heart is, and in Mullumbimby you will find a whole lot of heart, and soul, and funk, and reggae, and rock, and roll and so, so much more. This is a feast for the senses, not to mention feasts abounding in and around the streets and venues of Mullumbimby with the best coffee, the best cakes, the best food and the best of friends. Written by Marika Bryant Australianstage.com.au, 2012

The MMF is a proud sponsor of Bay FM, totally volunteer powered, the most easterly station in the nation.

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Jon Cleary and The Monster Gentlemen (US)

Frazey Ford

Described by many as the funkiest band in the city that has the funkiest musicians in the world, Jon Cleary and The Absolute Monster Gentlemen are the gem in the New Orleans crown - a four-piece riot of gospel harmonies and foundation rocking grooves - a southern soul band like no other.

“Don’t be fooled by the glittery jumpsuit. Frazey Ford is out for blood” (National Public Radio, NPR)

Running the full gamut from second line street beats to old school rhythm and blues, the party is propelled by Cleary’s vocals and dazzling piano chops. Bonnie Raitt described him as “the ninth wonder of the world”. Cleary is in high demand landing him alongside Taj Mahal, Doctor John and jazz man John Scofield but he maintains that there’s no bigger thrill than the electricity generated when the Absolute Monster Gentlemen take the stage.

(CAN)

Canadian singer-songwriter Frazey Ford is bringing her smooth, opulent and electric voice to our 10th Mullum Music Festival. She is the founding member of the critically acclaimed group The Be Good Tanya’s, who garnered high critical praise for both their recordings and fun, impressive live performances on the folk and bluegrass circuits. For ‘Indian Ocean’ (2014), her second solo album, she teamed up with Al Green’s trio, the Hi Rhythm Section to emphasise her sensual and fierce vocals. This record tells of the pain of dealing with tough truths but also about trust, love contrition and being bold. Further highlighting her self-possession, power and passion which hit the essence of Aretha’s notion of R-E-S-P-E-C-T.

Sat 18th 10:30pm (Solo) Civic Hall Sun 19th 6:45pm High School

Sun 19th 5:00pm High School

Opening night and Gold Passes sold out. Visit mullummusicfestival.com for Silver, Bronze and Single day tickets.

Too Many Zooz (US)

“We pride ourselves that nearly every person of every colour, creed and background and upbringing can find something in our music to relate to,” Matt Doe says. “Someone from Cuba can say ‘I hear Cuban music in the cowbells.’ Someone into death metal will enjoy it next to a grandmother who hears it as old swing music.”

After a video of their busking days in the New York Subway went viral on reddit in 2014, their electrifying, genre-defying musical and visual mastery captured almost a million fans instantly. Beyoncé was caught up in the groundswell and couldn’t resist collaborating with the trio on her latest album Lemonade.

Gabriel Garzon-Montano (US)

On his debut LP, ‘Jardín’, Garzón-Montano sings of the struggles and uncertainties of the many-layered game that is America today. From the specific doubt and double consciousness of the first-generation hustle, to the universal challenges of love, legacy, and exploring the maze of one’s own mind. A child of immigrant parents - his diverse aesthetic is an extension of his mother’s rigorous classical instruction (from her days with the Philip Glass ensemble) and his long-honed skills, studying Prince’s lyrics, and absorbing the beat theses of Timbaland, Dilla, and Pete Rock. Garzón-Montano’s innate pop sensibilities, and his indisputable knack for fusing a wide range of classic influences and cutting-edge ideas to create a sound all his own, appears at Mullum Music Festival for the first time in 2017.

We are thrilled to have Too Many Zoos help us celebrate our 10th Mullum Music Festival.

Fri 17th 10:30pm Civic Hall Sat 18th 10:30pm High School

Sun 19th 4:15pm Civic Hall

Cool down with a quick swim between gigs? The Petria Thomas Swimming Pool is open festival weekend.

Husky

Lindi Ortega

Z-Star Delta (UK)

Classic country is an indelible part of Ortega’s musical history, however her latest release ‘Til The Goin’ Gets Gone’ sets the tone for her next chapter: “I’ll always love Loretta, Dolly and Patsy. But I just want more space. I want more ambience.”

Z-Star Delta are an explosive duo from the UK that feature the electrifying award-winning frontwoman Zee Gachette (deemed “one to watch” by BBC Radio), and guitar prodigy Sebastien Heintz, who together effortlessly deliver a fascinating cinematic road trip of sound.

(CAN) “Magical, hypnotic folk indie-rock melodies… filled with catchy but dark lyrics” – The Music Husky first played Mullum Festival in 2011, as their mesmerising folk-rock was gaining a following having just won triple j Unearthed and the release of ‘Forever So’. Following the huge success of their Youth Mentorship in its inaugural year, they have agreed to do so again for the 10th festival. Though a stylistic expansion on their folk-rock roots, their latest release ‘Punchbuzz’ looks to emulate that earlier success, with the first single ‘Late Night Store’ achieving high rotation on triple j, and 3.2 million spins in the first month on Spotify.

It’s precisely this, combined with Ortega’s fatalistic perspective expressed with her evocative soprano, that grips your attention throughout her new EP. This stylistic diversity has earned her highly coverted place in both the indie and mainstream country scenes landing her support spots with artists ranging from Carrie Underwood to Chris Stapleton.

The duo’s bewitching raspy blues tones, big acoustic guitars and swampy grooves, laced with dark desert slide, psyche blues guitars and synth, make for a beautifully dangerous concoction ranging from the acoustic sublime to high octane rock. Just in time for their third Australian tour, comes news of their debut double-sided single release ‘I Put A Spell On You’ & ‘Sweet Lovin’ Chains’.

Opening Night Civic Hall

Sat 18th 7:15pm High School

Fri 17th 9:30pm Village Vanguard

Fri 17th 9:00pm Courthouse Hotel

Sat 18th 9:00pm Civic Hall

Sat 18th 4:15pm High School

Don’t feel like driving to the festival? Catch the bus! See page 61 for all the info.

Ron Artis II Wallis Bird William & The Truth (IRE) Crighton (US)

This Hawaii based singer/ songwriter pours every ounce of his soul into fusing fiery blues, jazz, rock and soul that has to be witnessed live to be fully appreciated. His explosive soul vocals and funk guitar licks have an irrepressible urgency and passion that entrances audiences and peers alike leading to undeniable comparisons like Gary Clark Jr. meets Marvin Gaye & James Brown.

“Frank and endearingly tender, a tsunami of emotion... Magnificent.” - MOJO

Their electric sound is constantly shifting during live improvisations and collaborations with artists like Booker T Jones and Jack Johnson and promises to make you “dance, laugh, cry and sing like you’ve never done before” for our 10th Festival.

“The sheer visceral energy of Wallis Bird could kick-start an entire economy.” - Irish Times

Bird’s Award winning expressive vocals, startling passion and driving guitar rhythms frequently leave her breathless, her guitar strings shredded. Her trademark raw honesty, live energy and presentness has been spellbinding audiences everywhere she plays.

“It’s her humour and bold honesty that makes Bird so special.” - Guardian Opening Night Civic Hall

Fri 17th 10:30pm Courthouse Hotel

Fri 17th 7:30pm Civic Hall

Sat 18th 6:45pm Bowlo

Sat 18th 4:30pm Courthouse Hotel

Sun 19th 9:00pm Courthouse Hotel

Sun 19th 2:45pm Civic Hall

2016 was nothing short of a breakthrough year for Crighton, releasing his mesmerising debut record and performing across Australia including a captivating performance at Mullum Festival. Showing no signs of slowing down, 2017 has seen Crighton hone his powerful and mesmerising live shows touring both Australia and internationally to launch his hypnotic new 7-inch vinyl release ‘Hope Recovery’. “Once in a lifetime a gig surpasses all expectations, slapping you in the face with its grace, majestic singing, the quality of the material … [it] demonstrated music’s power to stir the heart and soul. In my all-time Top 10 that one.” - Respected music journalist Iain Shedden, The Australian

Sat 18th 6:00pm Courthouse Hotel

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Check out the 9 venues and countless pop up festival spaces around beautiful Mullum.

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Harry James Angus Struggle with Glory Sat 18th 9:00pm High School Sun 19th 5:45pm Civic Hall

Harry James Angus, the firebrand trumpet-playing vocalist from The Cat Empire is known both for his thrilling live performances and for his constant musical re-invention. His dynamo new live project, Struggle With Glory, continues to cross musical boundaries, transporting the classic Greco-Roman myths into a surreal world of old-time jazz and gospel music. If you like toe-tapping, humming in the aisles, sweating and shouting, but don’t particularly like going to church much, why not try shouting Zeus instead? Revenge, giant beasts in strange lands, the doomed love affairs of Gods and men, and the unstoppable torrent of fate is served up with rich vocal harmonies, barrel-house piano and the unmistakeable sound of Harry James Angus’ old dented trumpet.

Marlon Williams & The Yarra Benders (NZ)

“Each song is a character”, says Marlon Williams of his self-titled solo debut: a remarkably assured and diverse nine-track tapestry, united by one of the most versatile and evocative voices you’ll hear. “I don’t really ever sing out of character. Even if it’s a very personal song, once it’s written it doesn’t belong to me.” Described as “the impossible love child of Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison + Townes Van Zandt”, a veteran at the age of 25, Williams won Best Male and Breakthrough Artist at the 2015 NZ Music Awards and has a bunch of nominations for ARIA’s, Taite Music and Australian Music Prizes. We welcome Williams back for his 3rd Mullum Festival following his 2016 album release, extensive international tour including performances at major festivals Latitude, Longitude, Austin City Limits and on TV shows Later With Jools Holland, Conan and The Late Late Show. Fri 17th 10:30pm High School Enjoy some of the regions culinary delights in Mullum’s great restaurants – check out our Food Guide on page 54-56.

Moussa Diakite Mama Kin & Wassado Spender

Tinpan Orange

“Brilliant, Unique, Inspires 4 Stars” -The Australian

Tinpan Orange are one of Australia’s most revered lo-fi folk trios. Led by the unmistakeable voice of Emily Lubitz alongside her brother, guitarist Jesse Lubitz, and multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire Alex Burkoy. Their critically acclaimed album, ‘Love is a Dog’ was lauded a “strikingly assured album” (Rolling Stone) and nominated for Best Folk Album (The Age Music Victoria) due to its razor-sharp melodies and cinematic string arrangements.

(MALI/AU)

Moussa Diakite emerged from the golden era of Malian music in the 1970s & 80s as one of its most influential and respected lead guitarists. He’s performed with the seminal Super Rail Band de Bamako, the legendary Toumani Diabaté’s Yanga Orchestra and Salif Keita. Diakite’s new band Wassado will be showcasing tracks from his 2016 release ‘Doncomodja’, a dynamic mix of traditional Malian influences fused with blues, jazz, Cuban and Afro-rock.

From heart-stopping ballads to percussive beats steeped in soul, Mama Kin Spender is the love project that had to happen. Drawing on the musical synergies of two long-time friends, collaborators and mischief-makers, Mama Kin Spender is both urgent and stirring, seeping into the cracks where binding harmonies and the power of the voice reside. The duo traverse the spectrum of sound from tender to stomping, where brooding raw guitar tears at the heart while drums and percussion give primal force. From dark to light, inward to outward, Mama Kin Spender is a bewitching collision of alchemy, harmony and percussive wizardry.

After touring Europe in 2016 with The Cat Empire, the band returned to Germany and France in early 2017, followed by a string of Australian shows in March including highly regarded appearances at Panama Festival, Yackandandah, Bello Winter Music and Nannup Music Festivals.

Sat 18th 7:30pm Poinciana Festival Club

Sat 18th 6:00pm Civic Hall

Sat 18th 4:30pm Civic Hall

Sun 19th 9:00pm St Martin’s Hall

Sun 19th 7:15pm Civic Hall

Sun 19th 2:00pm with friends High School

Fri 17th 6:00pm Civic Hall Sat 18th 10:30am Workshop -St Martin’s Hall

STEER Youth Safe Transport offer free breath tests at the HIGH SCHOOL & CIVIC BAR.

Greg Sheehan “Astounding musicality” Sydney Morning Herald

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Sheehan is one of Australia’s most innovative and influential percussionists, and widely regarded internationally as a leader in his field. As a performer and recording artist, he is significantly represented in Australian music over the last 46 years. Having performed at Mullum Festival since 2008, we insisted that this unique innovator ‘s mastery of cross-cultural explorations and instrumental adaptation return for the 10th year revelry.

Sara Tindley

Lucie Thorne & Hamish Stuart

“Lyrically, Tindley shows shades of Paul Kelly & Tim Rogers while sticking to a Lucinda Williams-esque sound ...compulsory listening for all supporters of Australian roots music” – Dan Condon Time Off

Lauded for writing “some of the most simple and beautiful songs you will hear” (4-stars -The Age), Thorne has earned her place as one of Australia’s most striking contemporary songsmiths. With eleven releases to her name and a prodigious touring schedule, Thorne continues to carve out an extraordinary creative career.

Mullum Festival regular, Tindley returns this year with a fearless new album, ‘Wild and Unknown’ on which she performed with Michael Turner (The Drift, Spikey) the album was produced by Nick Didia (Bruce Springsteen, Powderfinger,) at La Cueva. There’s a quality to Sara’s songs that sit with you long after you first listen to them, her wry insight and compelling command is truly unique.

Opening Night Civic Hall Sat 18th 10:00am Workshop: Body Percussion Village Vanguard Sat 18th 6:00pm Drill Hall

We simply couldn’t have our 10th festival without her. To mark the occasion she will perform with her longtime collaborator, legendary drummer Hamish Stuart. The pair conjure “exquisitely impressionistic… poetry in motion” (4-stars -Rolling Stone Magazine) with an intimacy and warmth for which their live shows have become so renowned. Thorne & Stuart recently toured with Mullum Festival artist JO JO SMITH celebrating her 50th year in the biz! Sat 18th 5:15pm Bowlo

Sat 18th 4:30pm St Martin’s Hall

Sun 19th 1:30pm Drill Hall

Have a listen to what’s in store for the 10th anniversary MMF at www.mullummusicfestival.com

Caiti Baker With her first three singles as a solo artist, Baker scored her song ‘Here’ as the official NRL theme song; took out 3 Northern Territory Music Awards including best overall song; and ‘Wolf’ premiered on Triple J to rave reviews. Her soaring vocals and powerful songwriting is in huge demand with artists as diverse as Gurrumul, Hilltop Hoods and Booker T. Originally known for her electro-soul/hip hop duo Sietta, her first solo album will be out just in time for her fiery, commanding presence to take the stage at Mullum Festival.

Sun 19th 7:30pm Village Vanguard

All Our Exes Live in Texas “Catch them before they’re famous and only perform for royalty and astronauts” – Brag If you caught the playful and utterly charming performance in 2015 we have no doubt you’ll be back for another round of the powerhouse 4-part harmonies and stage whimsy. Since they were last here their debut album’s modern take on indie-folk garnered a string of 4 & 5 star reviews (Rolling Stone, The Australian, Double J) as it shot up the ARIA charts. Opening Night Civic Hall Fri 17th 9:00pm Civic Hall

The East Pointers (IRE)

It’s The East Pointers ability to write about real life, sketching out its joys and sorrows in vivid strokes against foot-tapping fiddle, banjo and guitar driven melodies that earned them their JUNO award and initial success for ‘Secret Victory’. Their follow up release ‘What We Leave Behind’ reflects on the traditions of Canadian Celtic music whilst forging a new sound. Their dazzling musicianship and wildly entertaining live shows have made them festival favourites connecting with audiences across the globe. Sat 18th 7:30pm Civic Hall Sun 19th 11:45am Bowlo W/shop - Bushdance Sun 19th 9:00pm Civic Hall

Ticketing HQ, Lost & Found & festival info is located at the Neighbourhood Centre, next to the Civic Hall.

Vance Gilbert

Ollie Liz McGill Trio Stringer

The wonderful Vance Gilbert performs at Mullum Festival as part of our collaboration with Woodford Folk Festival’s ‘Festival of Small Halls’.

Returning to Mullum Festival, Ollie McGill (The Cat Empire, Jackson Jackson, the Genie, The Conglomerate) has had a keen ear for jazz and improvisation from a young age. Teaching himself songs from the radio and performing in several acid jazz/funk/ soul bands throughout high school, he continued honing his musicianship under the wing of pianist/educator Steve Sedergreen. It’s this varied career and dizzying amounts of globetrotting that has given Ollie his truly unique and colourful take on jazz.

“Her performance is as intense as it is personable, as profane as it is sacred.” Mick Thomas

Fri 17th 8:00 - 10:00pm Small Halls Special St Martin’s Hall

Fri 17th 8:00pm Piano Bar

Fri 17th 8:00 - 10:00pm Small Halls Special St Martin’s Hall

Sat 18th 6:00 - 7:30pm Small Halls Special St Martin’s Hall

Sat 18th 8:00pm Piano Bar

Sat 18th 6:00 - 7:30pm Small Halls Special St Martin’s Hall

Sun 19th 3:30 - 5:30pm Small Halls Special St Martin’s Hall

Sun 19th 5:00pm (Trio) Village Vanguard

Sun 19th 3:30 - 5:30pm Small Halls Special St Martin’s Hall

Vance Gilbert burst onto the singer/songwriter scene in the early 90’s when the buzz started spreading about an ex-multicultural arts teacher who was knocking ‘em dead with his dynamic and evocative live performances at folk open mics. Ten critically acclaimed albums later, Gilbert continues to refine his unlikely union of humour, virtuosity, and the unexpected. Whether with classic, original songwriting or ageless interpretations of covers, his live performances are steeped in bravery, stunning artistry, soul and contagious, unbridled joy.

Delighting audiences with her melodically rich storytelling has earned Liz’s reputation as one of Australia’s most respected, critically acclaimed songwriters. Her powerfully engaging stage presence has seen her tour with The Waifs, Eric Bibb, Mia Dyson, Ron Sexsmith and The East Pointers. We are thrilled that she will be returning to help us celebrate the festivals 10th year.

Upon arrival head to Ticketing HQ to exchange your ticket/booking confirmation for a wristband.

His Merry Men Brisbane soul/funk/jazz outfit, His Merry Men, perform at Mullum Music Festival for the first time with a slick eight-piece line-up, a bevy of brand new tunes and a thirst to draw even the wall-est of flowers onto the dance floor! Their latest release ‘Kind of Loud’ reflects inspiration from the likes of Mark Ronson, Hiatus Kaiyote and Snarky Puppy. Their funky, soulful, and a little bit ‘out there music is fast becoming a festival favourite after appearing at Woodford and Caloundra Festivals.

Sat 18th 3:15pm Village Vanguard

Sex on Toast “There is absolutely nothing like this...the retro gods of the new millennium.” – The Dwarf This irrepressibly charming 10-man organisation specialise in raw early 80’s funk, hardedged new jack swing, blazing improvisation and heartfelt blue-eyed soul. Winning over sold-out crowds of hard-core fans and festival attendees with their complex arrangements, choreographed larrikinism and undeniable danceability.

Fri 17th 7:00pm High School Sat 18th 5:45pm High School Sun 19th 3:30pm High School

King Tide ‘King Tide is one of the best live acts in this country” - Faster Louder We couldn’t possibly turn 10 without rock steady royalty King Tide returning to help celebrate. 2017 also marks their 10 year anniversary performing together, in which time they have appeared at just about every major music festival in the country, performed as the backing band for Jamaican legends Johnny Osbourne and Stranger Cole, and have a brand-new album hitting to mark his special occasion. Sat 18th 9:00pm Bowlo Sun 19th 7:30pm Courthouse Hotel

Don’t miss the unmissable New Orleans-esque Street Parade on Sunday 11am-midday.

The Teskey Brothers The Teskey Brothers 2017 debut ‘Half Mile Harvest’ is influenced by BB King, Albert Collins, Jimi Hendrix to Marvin Gaye. As their album spread through community radio, launching to 3 sold out shows, it gained praise from artists like Peking Duk to Allen Stone. It’s this original take on old-school Motown that sets them apart. Opening Night Civic Hall Fri 17th 8:45pm High School

Jazz Party Late nights, flickering neon, blue smoke and beer fuelled dance freak-outs over a gravely wailing saxophone - think New Orleans processionals meets Twin Peaks. This is Jazz Party. Led by former Clairy Browne & The Bangin Rackettes Darcy McNulty and Loretta Miller our favourite latenight residency is back with a brand-new album due to hit later this year. Fri 17th 11:00pm Village Vanguard Sat 18th 11:00pm Village Vanguard Sun 19th 9:00pm Village Vanguard

OKA Embracing the future without losing sight of the past, OKA’s signature feel good Australian earth sound will be returning to Mullum Festival in its 10th year. Effortlessly spanning house, big beat, reggae-dub, Roots, Jazz and world music. “Try to imagine Bob Marley meets Stevie Wonder via The Chemical Brothers, on acid, playing in a steaming rainforest with a didgeridoo and you are getting close”

Sun 19th 8:30pm High School Accommodation options for all budgets at www.mullummusicfestival.com.

Irish Mythen

Arakwal Dancers

Gabriel Otu Orchestra

2015 saw us first experiencing the ethereal vocals, humour and heartfelt storytelling of this Irish born, contemporary Canadian folk artist at Mullum Festival. Irish weaves together humour and heartfelt storytelling with her contemporary take on traditional tunes borrowed from her homeland. This truly powerful and instantly engaging globetrotting troubadour has worked with everyone from Tom Paxton, The Dubliners and The Pogues as well as sharing stages with Emmylou Harris, Gordon Lightfoot, and Peter Yarrow, to name but a few. Fri 17th 6:00pm Courthouse Hotel

The Arakwal men’s dance group is called Bigal Nali Jagun, meaning ‘men coming together representing country’ and The Dubay Dancers (Dubay meaning women) will perform alongside the men in the ‘Welcome to Country’.

Gabriel Otu is a West African percussionist, singer, professional dancer and teacher. His groovy mix of Afro-beats will have the whole crowd engaged and bouncing.

(IRE/CAN)

Dancing is one of the strongest elements of Aboriginal culture, showcasing the alive and continual lineage of one of the world’s oldest living cultures, bringing together the ancient past to the present through important local and significant dances. We are excited and privileged to have the Arakwal Dancers return to help celebrate the 10th Mullum Music Festival in 2017.

His Afro-flow style showcases traditional West African songs with an array of percussion and spectacular African-contemporary dances. His charisma and interactive dancing will take you on a wildly h e a r t -wa r m ing, educational & inspirational journey for young and old alike.

Sat 18th 10:00am High School - WorkshopDrumming & Dance

Sat 18th 2:15pm Bowlo Sun 19th 8:45pm Bowlo

(GH)

Sat 18th 1:30pm High School

Sun 19th 1:15pm Civic Hall

Grab some Artist Merchandise at the Civic Hall front studio, open throughout the festival.

Loren Kate Charles Suzannah Maimarosia Espie (SOL/ISL)

“One of the most emotionally divine singer/songwriters in the universe. She can crack you open and expose your rawness, then wrap you back up so you can leave safe and warm.” - Phaedra Watts, Nannup Music Festival Director. Those who have seen Loren perform at Mullum Festival over the years can attest to the compelling storyteller and utterly captivating contemporary folk performer she has become. Her enchanting voice, heart-warming lyrics and powerful connection with her audience has left many in both joy and tears as she casts her sublime spell anywhere she plays.

Maimarosia walks a beautiful line between traditional Islander and contemporary sounds which saw his debut single ‘My culture, My life’ hit #1 on Asia/Pacific charts. Originally forming the globally recognised panpipe orchestra Narasirato, his solo work further highlighted his enchanting ancestral songwriting and deep-rooted Solomon Island heritage.

Suzannah Espie, one of Australia’s finest singer/songwriters and our 2016 music Patron Saint, returns for a special 10-year anniversary gig featuring her favourite musicians and writers of the festival in a round robin style songwriting song-off.

Fri 17th 7:45pm Drill Hall

Fri 17th 4:30pm Courthouse Hotel

Her songwriting’s fearless honesty and beautiful melodies on her 2015 release ‘Mother’s Not Feeling Herself Today’ has eclipsed the previous success of her highly awarded 2012 album ‘Sea of Lights’. Espie effortlessly weaves traditional country and fragile folk landing her on almost every Australian best-of list including The Courier Mail, Radio National, Rhythms, Triple R and Off The Record – just to name a few. Since performing at Mullum Festival since 2012 Espie has become an absolute favourite, don’t miss this very special performance.

Sat 18th 9:00pm Drill Hall

Sat 18th 8:00pm St Martin’s Hall

Opening Night Civic Hall

Sun 19th 6:00pm St Martin’s Hall

Sun 19th 6:30pm Village Vanguard

Sat 18th 3:00pm Courthouse Hotel

Maimarosia’s unique voice, authentic charm and dynamic performances has seen him tour with legendary artists like George Telek.

The Mullumbimby Showground is the official festival campgrounds. Info and bookings at www.mullummusicfestival.com.

Ethno Folk Orchestra

Dustyesky

After their joyous performance last year, The Ethno Folk Orchestra is back to celebrate our 10th anniversary party this November. Get ready for the return of this festive and spirited multi-lingual journey of toe tapping folk tunes from the UK, Europe, Africa, the middle East, across the Pacific and right here in Australia.

They are hairy, they sing in Russian but they don’t speak the language, and they love vodka.

Ethno is an international program for folk, world and traditional music that for the last 25 years has built a democratic peer-to-peer learning approach whereby young people teach each other the music from their countries and cultures. The Australian arm formed its inclusive, global collective of influence, tradition and culture in 2011 showcasing the diversity of origins with a strong focus on Indigenous Australian culture and traditional song-lines. Come join some of the best young folk artists from across Australia and around the world as they uplift and inspire with their new collaborations and interpretations of traditional tunes. Opening Night Civic Hall

Mullum’s mighty 28-man Russian chorale DUSTYESKY are getting prepped for a return for their third run of shows at the 10th Festival. Much has happened since the lads’ debut for Mullum Festival in 2014, including performances at Falls Festival, Woodford Folk Festival & Bello Winter. But it’s not just here that the rat-bag choir are winning over fans, earlier this year a Russian-Australian newspaper featured a story which led to a media avalanche. The story was syndicated around Europe - culminating in appearances on the Russian national television, broadcasting to 250 million+ audience. Catch the vodka swilling mob before their 2018 Russian tour is booked. “The Dustyesky Russian Male Choir brought the house down at last night’s opening of the 2014 Mullum Music Festival” - The Byron Shire Echo

Fri 17th 4:30pm St Martin’s Hall Sat 18th 12:00pm St Martin’s Hall Sun 19th Street Parade 11am

Sun 19th 12:00pm St Martin’s Hall

Sat 18th 3:00pm Civic Hall

Sun 19th 8:45pm Drill Hall

Sat 18th 7:45pm Bowlo

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On the couch with Joel Salom Brian Nankervis For the past 11 years, Brian Nankervis has been writing, producing and co-hosting the SBS music quiz show, RocKwiz. With a vast and varied career, including being a onetime member of TISM, Brian has performed, written and produced for television including hospital soap opera Let The Blood Run Free as well as regular appearances on Hey Hey it’s Saturday as tortured beat poet Raymond J. Bartholomeuz. He has written and contributed for The Age, ABC Radio and Three Triple R. Brian returns to Mullum Festival for another round of ‘On the couch’ sessions, where he invites various musicians to join him to share anecdotes, a laugh and maybe even a song or two. When Brian gets up close and personal with artists on the bill, expect the chance to hear from musicians in a way you rarely get to.

Joel Salom - International Man of Circus. International Man of Circus, Joel Salom, combines show stopping routines with tales of spectacular failure... His formidable juggling once put a woman in hospital. His head once made an entire room full of children burst into tears. And at his own wedding, his act somehow managed to both disappoint and offend approximately 100 Chinese people. The real question, however, is who the hell performs their act at their own wedding? Joel Salom does. Good times. Rated M. Recommended for 15 years and over . Containing adult themes and mild coarse language.

Sat 18th 1:30pm Village Vanguard Sun 19th 1:30pm Village Vanguard

Sat 18th 6:30pm Village Vanguard

If you’re an artist (21 years or under) apply now for the MMF Youth Mentorship. Apps close 20 October.

Join us at the Saturday MMF Mullum Markets free concert from 10am until midday.

Mandy Nolan

The Coconut Kids

Sal Kimber & The Rollin'

Small town show girl Mandy Nolan is not afraid of milking the sacred cow. We welcome back Mandy’s sharp, honest, somewhat outrageous and sometimes self deprecating humour to the Opening Night Gala.

“A powerful Adele-like voice that will be sure to blow you away” - Independent Clauses (US)

Mullum Festival favourites Sal Kimber & the Rollin’ Wheel are a band steeped in talent, personality and connection who inspire both toe tapping and heartstring tugging every time they take to the stage.

With 30 years of stand-up comedy under her belt, her poignant take on the human condition and the absurdity of the world has earned her a weekly following for her column in the Byron Shire Echo and appearances on ABC’s Q&A, SBS’s Insight, Mums The Word & About Women. In full flight this girl is a force of nature!

Opening Night Civic Hall

Infectiously fun, The Coconut Kids defy genres to create French-influenced world folk using ukulele, brass, bass, keys, violin, mandolin, percussion and powerful vocals. Their unique sound will have you dancing one minute and in tears the next. Their quirky charisma and brand new single “Un De Plus” has cemented them as festival favourites across Australia, landing them a highly coveted performance at the globally renowned music festival South By South West (Austin, Texas) before gearing up for their 2018 European tour.

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Described by Rolling Stone as “Australiana alt-country at its finest”, Sal’s authentic and warm stage presence, coupled with the soulful and playful chemistry of the close-knit band has seen them win over audiences Australia-wide.

Fri 17th 9:00pm Bowlo

Fri 17th 7:30am Courthouse Hotel

Sat 18th 12:00pm Village Vanguard

Sat 18th 2:45pm High School

Sun 19th 1:30pm Courthouse Hotel

Sun 19th 11:45am Civic Hall

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Stella Donnelly

Strange Daddy

Áine Tyrrell

Stella Donnelly has forged her way to the forefront of the new guard of songwriters in Australia, forging her own unique identity with the release of her first critically acclaimed EP ‘Thrush Metal’. As Triple J’s Unearthed Feature artist, her first singe ‘Mechanical Bull’ has spread like wildfire and been lauded for its lyric’s brutal honest and jazz-folk sensibilities.

No, Strange Daddy is not a sex toy but a rock and roll blues artist with a dirty cockroach infused sound which you could find if Ram Jam and Jack White managed to procreate.

Like many Irish troubadours before her, there’s a great storytelling tradition at the heart of Áine Tyrrell’s music, along with distinct musicianship and an equally deft touch with a killer hook or a heartrending lament.

It’s this intimacy that will leave you feeling like you’ve known Stella all your life.

In 2016 the Strange Daddy single Voodoo Hack was featured on FOX’s worldwide hit Lucifer and IFC’s Benders gaining a global tribe of Strange followers. Their debut EP ‘I Like It Strange’ was created by screen composer and music producer Ben Rosen (Grinspoon, Marilyn Manson, Muse, Bob Dylan, Unwritten Law, Nikka Costa).

That’s the story that has unfolded since performing in at Mullum Festival last year for the Australian-based Irish singer Tyrrell’s extraordinary career. A beautiful meeting of like-minds in which Tyrrell’s seductive, mournful voice, atop a stirring Celtic soul romp, is given a little extra finesse by her good friend Hansard on her new single ‘Don’t Be Left Crying’ from her 2017 EP ‘Fledgling Fall’. Fri 17th 6:00pm Poinciana Festival Club Sat 18th 11:00am Workshop -Tin Whistle Festival Marketplace Sat 18th 9:00pm Courthouse Hotel

Fri 18th 8:00pm Village Vanguard

Sun 19th 6:00pm Courthouse Hotel

Sun 19th 7:15pm Bowlo

The Festival Market Place (Civic Hall), is a great place to meet and hang out between gigs.

Hussy Hicks

Ladyslug

The Twoks

“Nothing short of breathtaking” X-Press Magazine

Spawned amongst the mist of Cuban cigars and honey in early 2016; Ladyslug are the melting pot of nu-jazz & eclectic soul that blew audiences away at Mullum Festival last year.

Melbourne-based drums and violin duo make infectiously happy dance music with epic, layered instrumentals, live looping and electronic effects pedals. Since performing at Mullum in 2014, the irresistible pair have continued touring the world appearing at festivals like Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Falls Festival, DARK MOFO, St Kilda Festival and Melbourne Festival.

Gold Coast Music Award Artist of the Year Winners Hussy Hicks’ unique approach spans boisterous blues and roots, to contemporary folk fortified with soaring vocal harmonies, alt country inspired tales from the road to 80’s style power ballads. The formidable acoustic duo are highly regarded for their musicality by their fellow musicians and international audiences alike, their interactive jamming and killer guitar licks have landed them onstage with the likes of Michael Franti and Edward Sharp to the Indigo Girls.

Carving soundscapes that traverse a plethora of genre, era and influence. Fusing hectic polyrhythmic keys, a phat rhythm section, euphonium, sax, and lead vocals that kick you to the curb Ladyslug’s sound is a curvaceous navigation between the chaos and the calm.

“Sure you could compare this to Haim but it’s also got that nod to Tango era Fleetwood Mac with an attention to hook details and pop precision.” Dave Ruby Howe, Triple J Unearthed musical director Fri 17th 8:00pm Poinciana Festival Club

Fri 17th 9:00pm Drill Hall

Fri 17th 6:30pm Village Vanguard

Sat 18th 12:00pm Bowlo

Sat 18th 3:45pm Bowlo

Sat 18th 7:30pm Courthouse Hotel

Sat 18th 8:00pm Village Vanguard

Sun 19th 3:00pm Courthouse Hotel

Sun 19th 7:15pm Piano Bar

Sun 19th 12:00pm Village Vanguard

Check out the Community Program presented by Renew Fest – see page 50

Yoga? Dance? Storytelling? Music? All inclusive, interactive workshops run throughout the festival pg 48-49.

FRIDAY NOV 17 CIVIC HALL

HIGH SCHOOL

Titan Sky

5:00 -5:30pm

Levingstone 5:15 - 6:15pm

Moussa Diakite and Wassado 6:00-7:00pm

Wallis Bird 7:30 -8:30pm

All Our Exes Live In Texas

9:00-10:00pm

Too Many Zooz

10:30-11:30pm

VILLAGE VANGUARD

BOWLO

Sal Wonder

Tin Can String Band

5:00 - 6:00pm

Cope Street Parade

Sex On Toast

6:30 -7:30pm

Cope Street Parade

Stella Donnelly

7:00 -8:00pm

The Teskey Brothers

6:15-7:00pm

Jojo Smith 7:30-8:30pm

4:30 - 5:30pm

DRILL HALL

ST MARTIN’S POINCIANA HALL CAFÉ

Domini Forster

5:00 - 6:00pm

6:00 - 7:00pm

Lindi Ortega

9:00 - 10:00pm

PIANO BAR

Cecilia Brandolini

4:30 - 6:30pm

5:00 - 6:00pm

Áine Tyrrell

6:00 - 7:00pm

Scott Cook 6.30 - 7.15pm

Sal Kimber

7:30 - 8:30pm

Loren Kate

The Twoks

Small Halls

8:00- 9:00pm

Vance Gilbert Liz Stringer

8:00 -9:00pm

The Coconut Kids

Ethno Folk Orchestra

Irish Mythen

7:45 - 8:45pm

8:45 -9:45pm Cope Street Parade

Charles Maimarosia

5:00 - 5:45pm

Ukulele Death Squad

Ladyslug

COURT HOUSE HOTEL

Z Star Delta 9:00 -10:00pm

Hussy Hicks

Ollie McGill

8:00 -10:00pm

9:00 -10:00pm

9:30 -10:30pm

Ron Artis II

Marlon Williams

10:30-11:45pm

10:30 -11:30pm

Jazz Party

11:00-1:00am

Sex on Toast

Z Star Delta

Levingstone

Ollie McGill

FESTIVAL SPECIALS FRIDAY Farmers Market Live Broadcast ABC North Coast with Ethno Folk Orchestra and guest artists from the festival 8:00 - 11:00am

Verandah Sessions Mandy Hawkes + The Lion and The Leaves 4:00- 7:00pm

SATURDAY

Putting the Humanity back into Housing Byron Community College 9:00 - 10:00am Join Wild Space to Step Outside our Comfort Zones St Martin’s Hall 9:00 - 10:00am Nature Walk Petria Thomas Swimming Pool Entrance 9:30 - 10:30am Scratch Pattisserie / Pamela Freeman 10.00 -11:00am The Other Joint / Scott Cook 10:00-11:00am Mullum Markets Free Concert / Cecelia Brandolini 10:00 - 12 :00pm Weaving Workshop Renew Fest Stall (Festival Market Place) 10:00 - 12:00pm Lulu’s Café / Tin Can String Band 11:00 - 12:00pm Byron Community College Forum - Waste, Sustainability and Festivals 10:30 - 11:30am SCU presents Parade Drumming workshop Station Street Studios 12:00 - 1:00pm Santos Organics Garden / Domini Forster 12:00 - 1:00pm

SUNDAY Nature Walk Heritage Park Tennis Court 9:00 - 10:00am BCC workshop Singing workshop - BCC Corem 10:00 - 11:00 am Weaving Workshop Renew Fest Stall (Festival Market Place) 10:00 - 12:00pm What is Community Owned Renewable energy? Drill Hall 10:00 - 11:00am Lulu’s Café / Guy Kachel 11:30 - 12:30pm Santos Organics Garden The Lion and The Leaves 12:00 - 1:00pm Santos Organics Garden The Lion and The Leaves 12:00 - 1:00pm Stories of the Road to Mental Health Recovery Byron Community College 12:00 - 1:00pm

Verandah Sessions - Middle Pub Titan Sky + Megan And The Vegans 4:00 - 7:00pm

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SATURDAY NOV 18 CIVIC HALL

HIGH SCHOOL

VILLAGE VANGUARD

BOWLO

COURT HOUSE HOTEL

DRILL HALL

ST MARTIN’S POINCIANA HALL CAFÉ

Yoga

8:00 - 9:00am Workshop Story Telling

Mark Swivel

9:00 -9:45am Youth Mentorship 10:00-10:30pm

African Drums / Dance Workshop

Gabriel Otu

The Biggest Little Town Choir

10:00 - 11:30am

Jojo Smith

50 years in Music Anniversary Concert

1:45-2:45pm

Dustyesky

Mullum High School Showcase 12:00-1:00pm

Arakwal Dancers

1:30-2:15pm Low Down Riders

The Coconut Kids 12:00-1:00pm

6:00-7:00pm

The East Pointers

On the Couch with Brian Nankervis 1:30 - 2:45pm

10:30-11:30pm

Shanteya and Jo

3:15 - 4:30pm

The Cassettes

Youth Mentorship

3:00 - 4:00pm

Tin Can String Band 3:00 - 4:00pm

Hussy Hicks Wallis Bird

Low Down Riders

4:30 - 5:30pm

Lucie Thorne & Hamish Stuart

6:30 - 7:30pm

Angie Hudson

4:30 - 5:30pm

Sara Tindley 4:30 - 5:30pm

5:15 - 6:15pm

William Crighton

Joel Salom

6:00 -7:00pm

Greg Sheehan 6:00 - 7:00pm

Small Halls

Vance Gilbert Liz Stringer

The Twoks

Dustyesky 7:45 - 8:30pm

Ladyslug

7:30 - 8:30pm

Cecilia Brandolini

7:30 - 8:30pm

Charles Maimarosia 8:00 - 8:30pm

Loren Kate

Vesica Pisces

8:00 - 9:00pm

King Tide

Ukulele Death Squad

9:00 - 10:00pm

The Lion and The Leaves 6:00 -7:00pm

6:00 - 7:30pm

Ron Artis II 6:45 - 7:45pm

Husky

7:15 - 8:15pm

9:00 - 10:00pm

1:00- 2:00pm

Ethno Folk Orchestra 12:00-4:00pm

2:15 - 2:30pm

Suzannah Espie

5:45 - 6:45pm

Harry James Angus

10:30-11:30am Vocal Masterclass Leigh Carriage & Steve Russell 11:30-12:30pm

Raku One O'Gaia

Sal Wonder

Workshop Malian Guitar Workshop

3:45 - 4:45pm

Sex On Toast Cope Street Parade

10:00 -11:00am

12:00 - 1:00pm

Irish Mythen

4:15-5:15pm

Cope Street Parade

Jon Cleary

10:45-11:45am

1:30 - 2:30pm

His Merry Men

Z Star Delta

Cope Street Parade

9:00-10:00pm

1:15 - 1:45pm

Sal Kimber

7:30-8:30pm

Lindi Ortega

Heartworn Highway

Play Mullum

5:00 - 6:00pm

Mama Kin Spender

The Twoks

12:00 - 1:00pm

2:45-3:45pm

Low Down Riders

4:30-5:30pm

Youth Mentorship

10:30-11:30pm

John Hoffman

2.15 - 3.15pm

3:00-4:00pm

Tinpan Orange

10:00-11:00am

Masterclass Trumpet / Brass

Jimmy Dowling

11:15 -11:30am

11:00-12:00pm

Youth Mentorship 12:30 -1:00pm

Workshop Greg Sheehan Body Percussion

Workspace - Step outside your comfort zone 9:00-10:00am

Áine Tyrrell

9:00 -10:00pm

9:00 - 10:00pm

Moussa Diakite and Wassado 7:30 - 8:30pm

9:00 -10:00pm

9:30 -10:30pm

Rebecca Ireland

Too Many Zooz

10:30-11:30pm

10:30-11:45pm

Jazz Party

11:00 - 1:00pm

Husky

Shanteya & Jo

Vesica Pisces

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SUNDAY NOV 19 CIVIC HALL

HIGH SCHOOL

VILLAGE VANGUARD

BOWLO

COURT HOUSE HOTEL

DRILL HALL

ST MARTIN’S HALL

PIANO BAR

Yoga

9:00 -10:00am

Titan Sky

10:00-11:00am

Stree t Parade

Workshop -What is 'Community-Owned Renewable Energy? 10:00-11:00am

11am - midday - starts at council chambers and finishes at civic hall Sal Kimber

The Twoks

11:45-12:45pm

12:00-1:00pm

Bushdance with The East Pointers 11:45-12:45pm

Song Harvest

To Live Is To Fly Songs of Townes Van Zandt & Guy Clark

Scott Cook

11:45-12:45pm

12:00-1:00pm

The Coconut Kids

Lucie Thorne & Hamish Stuart

12:30-1:30pm

Gabriel Otu Orchestra 1:15-2:15pm

Cope Street Parade

Tinpan Orange

Levingstone On the Couch with Brian Nankervis 1:30-2:45pm

2:45-3:45pm

Cope Street Parade

Sex on Toast 3:30-4:30pm

Gabriel Garzon

Frazey Ford 5:00-6:00pm

Harry James Angus 5:45-6:45pm

Mama Kin Spender

Low Down Riders

Jon Cleary & The Monster Gentlemen 6:45-8:00pm

Megan and The Vegans 2:45-3:45pm

12:00-3:00pm

Ollie McGill

Hussy Hicks 3:00-4:00pm

Mark Swivel 3:00-4:00pm

Small Halls

Ukulele Death Squad Ollie McGill Trio 5:00-6:00pm

Charles Maimarosia

4:15-5:15pm

Palm Wine Ambassadors 5:45-6:45pm

6:30-7:00pm

Caiti Baker

Oka

Áine Tyrrell 7:15-8:15pm

Irish Mythen

8:30-10:00pm

9:00-10:00pm

1:30-2:30pm

3:15-4:15pm

7:30-8:30pm

7:15-8:30pm

The East Pointers

Jesse Younan Tribute

Cope Street Parade

4:15-5:15pm

1:30-2:30pm

Ethno Folk Orchestra

2:00 - 3:00pm

2:00-3:00pm

Wallis Bird

1:15-2:15pm

8:45-9:45pm

Jazz Party

Jojo Smith

4:30-5:30pm

Strange Daddy

Cecilia Brandolini

7:30-8:30pm

Ron Artis II

9:00-10:00pm

3:30-5:30pm

4:30-5:15pm

Tin Can String Band 5:00 - 6:00pm

Emad Younan 5:45-6:45pm

Loren Kate 6:00-7:00pm

6:00-7:00pm

King Tide

Vance Gilbert Liz Stringer

Domini Forster

7:15-8:15pm

Raku One O'Gaia

LadySlug

7:15- 8:30pm

7:30-8:30pm

Ethno Folk Orchestra 8:45-9:45pm

Moussa Diakite and Wassado 9:00-10:00pm

Sal Wonder

9:00 -10:00pm

9:00-11:00pm

John Cleary & The Monster Gentlemen

Jazz Party

Ron Artis II

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Times a secret Ollie McGill (Fri + Sat + Sun) Cecelia Brandolini (Fri) Gaby Bargardts (Sat) Levingston (Sat) Tin Can String Band (Sun) Ladyslug (Sun) Sal Wonder (Sun) Dan - piano man - (Sun) Norman Appel (Sat)

SONG HARVEST 10 Songwriters, 3 instrumentalists 8 years of the Mullum Festival Youth Mentorship Program Curated by Domini Forster & Cecilia Brandolini SUN NOV 19 HIGH SCHOOL 12.30pm

Freshly harvested, well seasoned... Feat. Domini Forster, Cecilia Brandolini Asha Jefferies, Squeak Lemaire, Hannah Parrington Chloe Mason, Bridget and Monica Brandolini, Mali Biggin Meghan Donnelly, Nick Scales, Luka Biggin, Paddy Swain

Do not tamper with your wristband, or you maybe asked to leave the venue by management.

For links to artist music go to www.mullummusicfestival.com

Low Down Riders “this is party music, take to the streets and shimmy kind of stuff” – The Brag If the musical gumbo that is New Orleans street music makes your heart sing, don’t miss this toe-tapping, downright fun Sydney 5-piece. Their joyous horns weave a raucous melody over a rhythm section that chugs seamlessly like a steamboat down the Mississippi and lyrics that tell tales of happiness and heartbreak in the true storytelling tradition of the south. Sat 18th 1:00pm + 2:15pm + 3:45pm High School - Stone & Wood Bar- Busking Sat 18th 5:00pm Village Vanguard Sun 19th Street Parade & 6:00pm High School - Stone & Wood Bar- Busking

The Cope Street Parade The Cope Street’s gypsy swing blends folk and New Orleans traditional jazz elements with spicy rhythms that’ll have you ‘Dancin’ All Night’. Their tender ballads and infectiously boisterous dance numbers capture the spirit and warmth of early music styles, blurring distinction between contemporary Australian and classic swing across their seven studio albums. Fri 17th 6:15pm + 8:00pm + 9:45pm High School - Stone & Wood Bar- Busking Sat 18th 6:45pm + 8:15pm + 10:00pm High School - Stone & Wood Bar- Busking Sun 19th 1:30pm + 3:00pm + 4:30pm High School - Stone & Wood Bar- Busking

Tin Can String Band This bluegrass trio of multi-instrumentalists are each highly regarded solo artists in their own right who have a wealth of international experience These NSW Far North Coast locals joined forces over a shared love of hillbilly bluegrass and old-timey music. Their beautiful three-part harmonies feature Neil McCann on vocals and guitar, Chris Aronsten (“One of Australia’s finest folkies” – Bruce Elder, Sydney Morning Herald) on vocals, fiddle and mandolin and Slim Pickens vocals and double bass. Fri 17th 5:00pm Bowlo Sat 18th 3:00pm Drill Hall Sun 19th 5:00pm Piano Bar Support our Youth Mentorship Winners! Check out the programme on page 32 for show times.

'Tinpan Orange and Friends'

Tinpan Orange invite some of their friends and heroes to join them on stage in a very special show...

Sunday | High School | 2.00pm Also appearing: Saturday | Civic Hall | 4.30pm

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss John Hoffmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s masterclass workshop on Sat 11:30am at the Drill Hall (See page 40)

Ukulele Death Squad The SA duo Ben Roberts (The Timbers) and Julian Ferguson (The Coconut Kids) came together with a shared love of pushing the boundaries of this small four-stringed instrument. They blend flamenco, Mexican and folk styles to create a high-energy live show of mad thumping rhythms and outrageous solos that sold-out their debut Adelaide Fringe shows. Fri 17th 6:15pm Bowlo Sat 18th 9:30pm Village Vanguard Sun 19th 4:15pm Bowlo

The Lion & The Leaves Chris Mallory first met the formidable Brandolini sisters when they beat him at a busking competition in 2012. In an ironic twist of fate, Chris ended up performing with Bridget and mentoring Monica at the Mullum Fest last year. This collaboration has led to them touring stunning stripped back versions of ‘Two Lions’ and ‘Maple’ songs. Fri 17th 6:00pm Middle Pub Verandah Sessions Sat 18th 6:00pm Poinciana Festival Club Sun 19th 12:00pm Santos Organic Gardens

Emad Younan Sydney singer/songwriter and guitarist, Emad Younan, performs his unique brand of finger-picking, melancholic, melodic folk music. Drawing inspiration from his late brother, the brilliant Jesse Younan, Emad is a seasoned story-teller who has a way of invading even the coldest hard-hearted listener with his tender soul and beautiful melodies. Sun 19th 5:45pm Drill Hall Sun 19th 3:15pm Jesse Younan Tribute - Village Vanguard

Jimmy Dowling Returning to the festival for the first time since 2012, this hard-core troubadour’s story-telling, song slinging has always been “authentic and original” (Don Walker). His slow ballads paint vivid tapestries that take you with him through the land and sea on which he’s worked and travelled.

Sat 18th 10:30am Bowlo

Join us for the popular verandah sessions at the Middle Pub FRI & SAT 4pm.

John Hoffman Trumpet/ Brass Masterclass US born John Hoffman is a legend of both the Australian and International music scene. He has toured and recorded with the Big Bands of Glenn Miller/Buddy De Franco, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman and Harry James. He has performed with Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Ray Charles, Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis Jr. and many others. This masterclass will focus on the techniques and musical concepts that John has employed over his career, and also give us all a chance to learn about his vast musical experiences.

SAT NOV 18, 2017 10.00am -11.00am Drill Hall Theatre

Check out our spotify artist playlist and music videos at www.mullummusicfestival.com

Rebecca Ireland Since her last performance at Mullum Festival in 2013, Rebecca Ireland returns with a new collection of beautifully crafted songs off of her upcoming album ‘No Questions’. From the depths of life experience this folk-soul renegade’s poetic charm, engaging performances and distinguished rhythmic guitar promises to make for a very special return. Sat 19th 10:30pm Courthouse Hotel

Shanteya and Jo Independent folk duo, Shanteya and Jo’s soulful voices and transporting guitar lines spin tales of love, travel and nature and the core emotions evoked by their personal experiences and relationships. Their live shows and latest EP ‘Without Walls’ has been winning the hearts of audiences here and overseas. Sat 18th 12:00pm Courthouse Hotel

Levingstone “an otherworldly sonic tapestry that combines a vocal complexity akin to Hiatus Kaiyote with an ambiance reminiscent of a lazy Saturday afternoon” — HAPPY This eclectic five-piece isn’t afraid of blurring boundaries incorporating jazz, neo-soul, and progressive pop. If their quirky debut ‘Modern Burials’ is anything to go by seeing their sophomore EP performed live will be an irresistible treat. Fri 17th 5:15pm High School Sat 18th 5:00pm Piano Bar Sun 19th 1:15pm Bowlo

Palm Wine Ambassadors The Ambassadors are Australia’s only exponents of Palm Wine Music. This cross continent fusion of Calypso, Latin, and European styles harks back centuries to African shores when caravans traded salt, copper and gold. Melding Kora, Bansuri flute, strings, sax, percussion with smooth vocals has seen this 6-piece ensemble build a loyal following. The unique sounds of Palm Wine Music straddle the superlatives of laid back and lyrical to downright danceable fun. Sun 19th 5:45pm Bowlo

Don’t miss the action at the SAE stage (High School grounds) SAT 12pm - see page 59.

Beautiful Bellingen comes alive in July 12-15, 2018 for the fourth Bello Winter Music festival.

Angie Hudson Byron local Angie Hudson’s enchanting melodies will be returning for our festivals 10th year. Her voice’s electric soul/folk blend has drawn comparisons to the likes of, Lianne La Havas, Sade, and Norah Jones. The trio are gaining compelling reviews from peers and media alike including Triple J Roots. Sat 18th 4:30pm Drill Hall

Sal Wonder New Zealand native, Sal Wonder crossed the ditch three years ago to set up shop in Melbourne. Self-taught guitarist and vocalist Wonder’s contemporary take on soul, R&B, funk and blues takes influences from Sly and The Family Stone, Al Green, Donny Hathaway and Marvin Gaye. Fri 17th 5:00pm Village Vanguard Sat 18th 1:30pm Courthouse Hotel Sun 19th 9:00pm Piano Bar

Heartworn Highway Stooped in the traditions of Townes Van Zandt, Gram Parsons, The Band & the Louvin Brothers, Heartworn Highway serve up soulful stories of life’s wanderings, with banjo, fiddle, guitar, slide guitar, clever 3-part harmonies & Al Brooker’s (Paul Kelly & the Dots) solid bass fiddle. Though born across different decades, they unite seamlessly through their musical love. Sat 18th 10:45am Courthouse Hotel

Mark Swivel Swiv is Australia’s leading artisanal humorist. If you like long funny stories full of wit, warmth and miniphanies, he is your man. In this show Mark explores why he never became prime minister and discovers that it is time - at last - for him to step up. You will vote for him if we ever have another election. Once upon a time Phillip Adams gave him a koala stamp and he hosted Studio 10 with living legend Ita Buttrose. Sat 18th 9:00am Workshop - Storytelling Drill Hall Sun 19th 3:00pm Drill Hall

The Magic Bus All aboard the iconic MAGIC BUS! Join in the fun and frivolity of dressups, dancing, and a pumping soundtrack as you make your way from venue to venue! Gold coin donation | Fri, Sat & Sun throughout the festival.

Be sure to catch the Jesse Younan tribute concert at Village Vanguard, SUN 3:15pm.

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Mandy Hawkes Mandy’s unconventional voice unravels heartfelt stories atop simple guitar and harmonica accompaniment, marrying folk traditions and alt-country with a unique awareness for the darker themes of life and mortality. Fri 17th 4:00pm Verandah Sessions (Middle Pub Balcony)

Megan and the Vegans Mullum local Megan’s belting vocals and her trio’s wall of sound The Vegans, have been said to create the impact of a 12-piece band. Their original songs and covers will take you back to the 60’s and into the future with a genre bending sound of Soul/Funk/Pop/Rock. Sat 18th 6:00pm Verandah Sessions (Middle Pub Balcony) Sun 19th 2:45pm Bowlo

Raku One O’Gaia O’Gaia’s high energy groove-laden musicianship has led to him recording with John Butler, Paul Kelly, Xavier Rudd, Archie Roach and Tex Perkins. Get ready for some of the most inspired and joyous soul/blues/gospel infused music you’ll hear anywhere. Sat 18th 1:00pm Drill Hall Sun 19th 7:30pm St Martin’s Hall

Titan Sky Since the release of his self-titled debut, the NZ born Bellingen local has been tearing up the Mid-North Coast. Drawing influence from Radiohead and The National, his raw honesty ponders love, anxieties and one’s identity. Fri 17th 5:00pm Civic Hall Sat 18th 4:00pm Verandah Sessions (Middle Pub Balcony) Sun 19th 10:00am Courthouse Hotel

Vesica Pisces Forster leads you through the dusk-lit corridors of intricate song-stories on her latest release ‘Raven’. Intricate fingerpicking underpin her voice’s effortless shifts from commanding call to lilting, whisper-close falsetto, earning her comparisons to Laura Marling and Joni Mitchell. Sat 18th 9:00pm St Martin’s Hall Marriage equality. It’s about a fair go. Let’s get it done! voteYES.org.au

Domini Forster Forster leads you through the dusk-lit corridors of intricate song-stories on her latest release ‘Raven’. Indie-folk fingerpicking underpin her voice’s effortless shifts from commanding call to lilting, whisper-close falsetto, earning her comparisons to Laura Marling and Joni Mitchell. Fri 17th 5:00pm Drill Hall Sat 18th 12:00pm Santos Organic Garden Sun 19th 7:15pm Drill Hall

Scott Cook (CAN) Canadian troubadour Scott Cook distils stories collected over a decade of near-incessant worldwide touring into his six albums of straight-talking, keenly observant and beautifully crafted verse. Fri 17th 6:30pm Drill Hall Sat 18th 10:00am The Other Joint Sun 19th 12:00pm Drill Hall

Cecilia Brandolini Cecilia Brandolini has honed a style and voice of her very own, her breath-taking vocals reminiscent of Kate Miller-Heidke, piano talents that bring to mind Regina Spektor, and a Joni Mitchell-esk song writing aesthetic that’s impossible to ignore. Fri 17th 5:00pm Piano Bar Sat 18th 10:00am Mullum Markets & 7:30pm Drill Hall Sun 19th 4:30pm Drill Hall

The Biggest Little Town Choir Unaccompanied, unplugged and full of life, this Mullumbimby a cappella choir is back for the 6th year running. Peter Lehner’s inspirational direction journeys through heart-warming harmonies from around the world. Sat 18th 11:00am Civic Hall

Mullum Folk Orchestra This collective of local musicians weave their diverse and eclectic backgrounds and traditions in a globe-spanning synergy of unusual rhythms and colourful instruments from ukulele to bassoon, violin to mandolin. Come and enjoy a sonic journey stretching from the Andes, Ireland, Romania and Afghanistan. Sat 18th 10:30am Festival Market Place

Bollywood Sisters Performance artists Shamila and Zerina fuse their family’s classical Indian traditional dance with elements of African, Latin, hip-hop and belly dance for their return to Mullum Festival. Fri 17th 5:30pm Civic Hall Grounds Fri 17th 8:00pm High School Ground

The Magic Boulevard is a place to sample some of the best local food, chill at the Stone & Wood bar.

The Cassettes Sexier than John Farnham’s mullet, The Cassettes are a spectacular and hilarious 80’s flashmob troupe. Part comedy, part awesome, totally unique! Think over-thetop choreographed big group performances, roving theatrical insanity, eye-opening costumes, and great vibes. Like the super-heroes they are, you never know when they might appear. Be prepared at any moment to be mesmerised by high-energy dance-theatre performed to killer 80’s sound tracks. Does life get any better? Sun 19th 11:00am Street Parade Sun 19th 5:00pm Festival Market Place / Roaming

Amazing Drumming Monkeys For all the little ones (designed for 1-8 year-olds but fun for all ages), this is an unmissable and adorable little variety show that has been spreading its positive message for over 13 years. Join the two Amazing Drumming Monkey puppets (Bongo & Congo) as they play African drums, take you through interactive songs and dances, and amaze with magic tricks and home-made special effect gags! Sat 17th 1:30pm & 4:00pm Festival Market Place Sun 18th 11:30pm & 1:15pm Festival Market Place

Roundabout Theatre The colourful, whimsical and surrealist comical outdoor antics of Mullum Festival favourites the Roundabout Theatre are back! Their improvisation, clowning, tableaux and circus will captivate young and old alike with delightfully idiosyncratic displays of human frailties, foibles, delusions and aspirations. Keep an eye out around the festival as their hilarious comedy unfolds in magical detail that will transport you into a mischievously absurd parallel universe of frivolous fantasy and fun. Sat 18th & Sun 19th 10:00am + 2:00pm Festival Market Place Sun 19th Street Parade

Spaghetti Circus

The quintessential Mullum favourites are celebrating 26 years of thrilling, astounding and delighting audiences around Australia with their acrobatic, buoyant energy and tongue-in-cheek humour. Testament to this highly regarded youth performing arts company, its alumni have gone on to perform everywhere from Circus Oz to Sweden and LA. Sat 18th 3:00pm + 4:40pm Festival Market Place Sun 19th 11:00am Street Parade FRI and SAT nights The Poinciana turns into the Festival Club, enjoy live music, great food and lounge bar.

Yoga withJessica Humphries

+ Live Music with Murray Kyle

Join Jessica for a fun and flowing yoga class that’s suitable for all levels. Expect a light hearted and relaxing start to your festival day, with some heartfelt, live tunes by local, multi-instrumental, conscious roots musician Murray Kyle. This class will leave you feeling open hearted and dance floor ready! Sat 18th 8:00 – 9:00am and Sun 19th 9:00 – 10:00am Civic Hall

Storytelling With Mark Swivel Everyone tells stories. You know how to do it but just don’t realise. Maybe. Come and realise what you already know with a bunch of people you’ve never met. You will leave with a much better idea of what stories truly are and where to find them. Many laughs guaranteed. And a biscuit. Sat 18th 9:00 – 9:45am Drill Hall

Parade drumming workshop

with Dave Sanders and Hamish Stuart PRESENTED BY Southern Cross Uni

Dave Sanders (SCU educator) and Hamish Stuart (Australian drumming icon) will present an introduction to parade drumming. This 1 hour workshop will be hands on for drummers and percussionists in preparation for the Mullum Music Fest Street Parade on Sunday. Bring your own drum, hand percussion, water and your marching boots! Sat 18th 12:00 – 1:00pm Station Street Studio, 28 Mill Street Mullumbimby

Body Percussion With Greg Sheehan

Join one of Australia’s premier percussionists as he demonstrates the rhythmical and physical art of body percussion. Greg is a master of rhythm and a life long teacher and student of the beat. Sat 18th 10:00 – 11:00am Village Vanguard

Malian Guitar Masterclass with Moussa Diakite

Malian guitar legend Moussa Diakite will provide a lesson and share some insights with you to help you understand what it is that defines the unique guitar sounds of Mali and why it continues to flourish and gain popularity around the world. Moussa Diakite has performed with the seminal Super Rail Band de Bamako, the legendary Toumani Diabaté’s Yanga Orchestra and Salif Keita Sat 18th 10:30 – 11:30am St Martins Hall

‘get your clap stick on’ - Clap Stick Making Workshop with Cyril Campbell

( Quandamooka) and Gordon Pupangamirri ( Tiwi)

Clap Sticks are a traditional percussion instrument, providing rhythmic accompaniment for song and dance. They consist of two sticks crafted from various woods, and decorated. have some fun making and playing your very own clap sticks Sat 18th & Sun 19th 10am Festival Market Place

Our annual festival Tree Planting takes place Mother’s Day, Sunday May 13, 2018.

African Drum Workshop & Dance Workshop with Gabriel Otu Gabriel Otu is a West African percussionist, singer, professional dancer and teacher. Open to all levels Gabriel will teach 3 rhythms in this fun, hands-on 90 minute workshop – Kpologo, Kakatosofa and Yunka. Bring your own Djembe or borrow one from Gabriel. Stay on for dance class to finish. Saturday 18th 10:00 – 11:30am Mullum High School

Trumpet/ Brass Masterclass

with John Hoffman PRESENTED BY Southern Cross Uni

John Hoffman is a legend of both the Australian and Internation music scene. US born John Hoffman has toured and recorded with the Big Bands of Glenn Miller/Buddy De Franco, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman and Harry James. He has performed with Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Ray Charles, Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis Jr. and many others. Living in Australia since 1977, John led his own Big Band for 10 years in Sydney, and has performed and recorded with leading Australian artists and major orchestras. Sat 18th 10.00 – 11:00am Drill Hall

Tin Whistle For Children With Aine Tyrrell

Tin Whistle is a great introductory instrument to learning more about traditional Irish music. With its simplicity of notes and ease of being able to make a note, children can enjoy success in a short workshop. A listening by ear approach makes it a relaxed musical environment and makes it possible to master some tunes in a short session. Sat 18th 11:00 – 12:00pm Festival Market Place (meet at Stage)

Vocal Masterclass

with Leigh Carriage and Steve Russell PRESENTED BY Southern Cross Uni

Leigh Carriage and Steve Russell are highly respected musicians and music educators who both love to sing! These two distinguished and dynamic educators will collaborate in a one-hour session focused on finding your voice, singing with healthy vocal production and exploring vocal harmonies through contemporary choir repertoire. We welcome singers of all ages and ability. Sat 18th 11:30 – 12:30pm Drill Hall

Bushdance – class

With The East Pointers Kick up a storm with dances from Prince Edward Island and Ontario played and called by The East Pointers. One of the many wonderful things about the Mullum Music Fetsival is the ability to encourgage the audience to participate, and one of the most fun ways to participate is to dance. Sun 19th 11:45 – 12:45pm The Bowlo Switching on people power www.repowerbyronshire.org

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Renew Fest presents this program at Mullum Music Festival as a celebration of Mullumbimby’s passionate engagement with positive actions for sustainable change. Renew Fest is an annual festival of renewable change in ACTION at the Mullumbimby Showgrounds, May 19 & 20, 2018 hosted by COREM. To be first to hear about our early bird ticket release, sign up to the mailing list at www.renewfest.org.au. Renew Fest strongly supports MMFs move towards being FREE of single use plastic cups and bottles and is grateful for their ongoing support for COREM.

Weaving Workshop

Presented by Kim Tait Meet at Renew Fest Stall at Festival Market Place Sat 18th & Sun 19th - 10am -12pm Jazz up your festival by joining the party in our transition to reusable cups and bottles at this workshop, and weave your very own individualised, reusable water bottle carry cover. Bringing style, ease and self-responsibility to your carry wears by weaving with recycled plastic waste including packing tape, computer cables, earphones, fruit and veg bags, festival armbands etc. Materials supplied. Purchase at the workshop or BYO reusable water bottle to do your bit to reduce single use plastics.

Nature Walks

Presented by Dave Rawlins & Joanne Green from Brunswick Valley Landcare Saltwater Creek Walk Sat 18th - 9.30-10.30am Heritage Park Walk Sun 19th - 9.00-10.00am

Saltwater Creek Walk - Local Landcare has worked restoring Saltwater Creek for nearly 20 years. Come and learn about their efforts and ways to restore our riparian areas. *Meet at entrance of Petria Thomas Swimming Pool. Heritage Park Walk - Stroll along the Brunswick River and into the Heritage Park arboretum to learn about our local ecology and the plants and animals of our region. *Meet at entrance to Heritage Park at the Tennis Court.

What is Community-Owned Renewable Energy? with Luke Reade (President Energetic Communities) & Ella Rose Goninan (President COREM) Dave Rawlins (Vice President COREM) Lachlan Rule (Campaigner Community Power Agency) Sun 19th 10:00 – 11:00am Drill Hall

How can we ensure ‘Community-Owned Renewable Energy’ models ‘stack up’ across the ‘triple bottom line’? i.e provide community with shared healthy capital returns to the 1.environmental, 2. social and 3.economic sectors of society. Hear too from COREM about their latest Repower Byron Shire campaign in partnership with Enova Community and Zero Emissions Byron.

Enjoy the culinary delights of Mullum, see our food guide on page 54-56.

Putting the humanity back into Housing

Sat 18th 9:00 – 10:00am Byron Community Centre Market forces and decades of failure on housing policy have served us up a lemon. Can we make lemonade? Lessons from community and fresh visions for putting the heart and humanity back into housing. With Simon Richardson (Mayor, Byron Shire), Tamara Smith (Member for Ballina), Kelvin Daly (Bruns Eco Village), and MC, Thomas Keily (Economics Program Co-ordinator at RenewFest).

Waste Sustainability Festivals Sat 18th 10:30 – 11:30am Byron Community Centre

Continuing on from last year, this panel is looking to further the ‘Waste’ discussion, to find game changing solutions. Hearing from panellists how their sustainability waste actions of the last year measured and whats in the works for further progressive practices in relation to the notion of ‘Zero Waste’. How can we get more creative and bold when it comes to leading positive change in relation ‘Best Waste’ practices? With Simon Richardson (Mayor, Byron Shire), Kate Little (Byron Spirit Festival), and MC Ella Rose Goninan (Creative Director Renew Festival).

Stories of the road to mental health recovery

Facilitated by First Light Director Ella Rose Goninan Sun 19th 12:00- 1:00pm Byron Community Centre Come to listen or share stories of the road to mental health recovery. Our stories of recovery, or finding our way to recovery are laden with insight and gifts for ourselves and others.

An invitation: Join WILDSPACE to step outside our comfort zones Sat 18th 9:00- 10:00am St Martin’s Hall With Joanna Macy’s ‘work that reconnects’ as a guide, we journey inwards and outwards to reconnect with ourselves, with others and the interconnected life web of our planet. Facilitated by Juli Gassner, Founder WildSpace

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SWITCHING ON PEOPLE POWER. MULLUM MUSIC FESTIVAL IS A BIG SUPPORTER OF COREM (COMMUNITY-OWNED RENEWABLE ENERGY MULLUMBIMBY) ALONG WITH THEIR COMMENDABLE 100% RENEWABLE ENERGY GOAL. IN 2017 MULLUM MUSIC FESTIVAL JOINS COREM’S LATEST CAMPAIGN - REPOWER BYRON SHIRE. REPOWER IS A COMMUNITY LED MOVEMENT TO SUPPORT AND INSPIRE US ALL TO TRANSITION TO A RENEWABLE ENERGY FUTURE. BY USING THE LOCK THE GATE STREET BY STREET MODEL, THE AIM IS TO DECREASE THE COST OF ELECTRICITY AND INCREASE LOCAL GENERATION, THEREFORE REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS. THE THREE WAYS MULLUM FESTIVAL & REPOWER ARE HELPING TO CREATE A 100% RENEWABLE ENERGY TRANSITION ARE: 1.) SUPPORT THE USE OF ETHICAL RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY FROM THE GRID, 2.) BE CONSCIOUS OF OUR CONSUMPTION TO REDUCE UNNECESSARY ELECTRICITY USAGE, AND 3.) LOCALLY PRODUCE RENEWABLE ENERGY (USUALLY SOLAR PV). COREM KNOWS THAT A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE IS WITHIN OUR GRASP. THE CHOICE IS OURS TO HAVE LOCALLY MADE RENEWABLE ENERGY THAT ENSURES OUR AIR AND WATER IS CLEAN AND HEALTHY FOR OUR FAMILIES AND GENERATIONS THAT FOLLOW. FOR MORE INFO AND TO SIGN UP TODAY VISIT WWW.REPOWERBYRONSHIRE.ORG *CHECK OUT THE RENEWFEST COMMUNITY PROGRAM PAGES & ATTEND THE ‘WHAT IS COMMUNITY OWNED RENEWABLE ENERGY’ FORUM!

Thank-you to our past festival patrons, MAMA KIN, HARRY JAMES ANGUS & SUZANNAH ESPIE.

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COFFEE COMPANY

Izakaya Yu

Rock n Roll

Modern Japanese Tapas Restaurant

A modern Pan Asian restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Awesome coffee, funky atmosphere and great staff. Mullum’s finest.

Festival Opening hours Thur & Fri 11:30-2:00pm, 5:00-8:30pm Sat 5:00-8:30pm

Open all festival weekend from 7:30am incl. Sun.

53 Stuart St, Mullumbimby 02 6684 4545 www.facebook.com/IzakayaYuRestaurant

Open for dinner Wed-Thu-Fri, Sat from 5pm. 3/55 Burringbar St, Mullumbimby 02 6684 4224 www.rockandrollcoffee.com.au

Poinciana

Other Joint

There is something for everyone to love about the Poinciana.

Organic Coffee All Day Breakfast House Baked Cakes

Open from 8am every day for breakfast, lunch, dinner and lounge bar. Open All Festival 8am-3.30pm Sun: 9am - 2pm

55 Station Street, Mullumbimby 0498 122453 www.poincianamullum.com

72 Burringbar St, Mullumbimby 02 66842220 www.otheritalianjoint.com

Catch Liz Stringer and Vance Gilbert (USA) as part of the Festival of Small Halls at St Martin’s Hall SAT & SUN.

Enjoy the culinary delights of Mullum!

Scratch

Pure Melt

Down the back of Stuart Street Arcade, Scratch Patisserie is recognisable by its lavish window display of organic pastries and craft bread, and its dappled courtyard in which regulars can be seen enjoying flakey sausage rolls or cups of properly good coffee.

Organic Coffee, Real Chai and Hot chocolate. Vegan Meals and of course Chocolate Brownies and Cookies. Delicious Ice Cream!

Shop 5 & 6/108 Stuart Street Mullumbimby, Australia 02 66842914 www.scratchpatisserie.com.au www.facebook.com/ScratchPatisserie

Festival Opening Times: Thur-Sun 8am-8pm Mon 8am-12pm Puremelt Chocolate Lounge 2/53 Stuart St, Mullumbimby 0406 422 465 www.puremeltchocolate.com

Lu Lu’s Cafe

Punch & Daisy

Court House Hotel

Real food, Mullum vibe since 2000

Fresh local produce and artisan coffee served in a bright and friendly atmosphere.

Fabulous menu available all festival weekend at one of the busiest festival bars. Great Vegetarian options as well as those for carnivores.

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 7:45-5pm Saturday 7:45-2pm

Open weekdays and festival Saturday 8am – 2pm

Open all festival weekend lunch and dinner.

Shop 8, 104 Dalley St, Mullumbimby 02 66842415 www.lulus-cafe.com.au

105 Stuart Street, Mullumbimby 02 6684 6564 www.facebook.com/Punch-and-Daisy

Burringbar St, Mullumbimby 02 6684 1550 www.facebook.com/The-Courthouse-Hotel

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Yaman

$15 meals in Mullum’s historic centrepiece.

Yemen is a gem of nature and culture, with one of the oldest distinct cultural traditions in the world. Relax and have your senses taken on a journey back in time.

Every day from 11.30am

Opening Hours: 8am - 10pm all Festival weekend

46 Burringbar St. Mullum 02 6684 3229 www.themiddlepub.com.au

62 Stuart St, Mullumbimby 02 6684 3778 www.yamancatering.com.au

The Empire

Old School Restaurant

Spice it Up

Epic food, refreshing beverages, located close to the festival action. Fully licensed, kitchen open all day.

Traditional Club Grub

Mullum's Best Thai Serving Thai Street Snacks & Take Away

Festival opening hours Thursday - Sunday 8am - Late Monday 9am - 4pm 20 Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby 02 66842306 www.facebook.com/empiremullum

Middle Pub

Open all Festival 11:00am til late

Mullum Ex-Services 58 Dalley Street 02 6684 2533 mullumexservices.com

Open all Festival 1:00pm til late Mullum Bowlo 7 Jubilee Avenue 02 6684 2533 spiceitupthai.com.au

Stone & Wood - Stoked to support live music and our local community. The way it should be!

FOR CUP’S SAKE! LET’S ELIMINATE SINGLE USE PACKAGING We are stoked to partner with Mullum Music Festival on a cup exchange initiative. All the bars will be serving Stone & Wood beers out of re-usable cups, encouraging a circular economy. This will be a first for the Byron shire, and something we have been keen to kick off. Come and say hi and ask us how it works. Cheers!

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SAE Institute Byron Bayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s audio students provide the chill out alternative between gigs.

SATURDAY | MIDDAY - 6PM MULLUMBIMBY HIGH SCHOOL GROUNDS (Near the Wood Fired Pizza Oven)

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Celibrate 50 years in the music industry with Jo Jo Smith at the Civic Hall on Saturday 1:45pm.

Accommodation www.destinationbyronbay.com.au offers a complete directory of accommodation listings from sophisticated luxury beachfront villas to surfer’s cottages and hinterland hideaways.

Travelling to Mullumbimby Where: Mullumbimby is just inland of Brunswick Heads and about 15 minutes drive north of Byron Bay. How: Gold Coast and Ballina airports are an easy 40-minute drive away.

You can also try: www.brunswickheads.org.au www.airbnb.com.au | www.byron-bay.com www.visitnsw.com | wotif.com | stayz.com.au Also check out the festival website: www.mullummusicfestival.com for a further list of accommodation options.

Transfers: Byron Bay Airport Transfers 02 6684 3232 or 0400 247 287 www.byronbayairporttransfers.com.au. Steve’s Airport Transfers 0414 660 031 www.stevesairporttransfers.com.au Ballina Byron Mini Bus – 0438 624 024 www.ballinabyronminibushire.com.au

Official Festival Camping Situated just 1.2km out of town, the Mullumbimby Showgrounds is the Official Festival Camping site. With recently upgraded amenities, views of the stunning Mt Chincogan and a shuttle bus to and from the festival, camping at the Showgrounds offers the perfect accommodation solution. On Festival Friday, the Showgrounds hosts the world famous Mullumbimby Farmer’s Market 7am – 11am & it’s the place to be! With ABC North Coast broadcasting live, free music performances by Ethno Folk Orchestra and Phil + Tilley, the most delicious breakfast and all the fresh food you can carry. On Saturday and Sunday mornings, campers will be visited by a coffee and breakfast cart, offering hot tea, coffee and freshly baked pastries. We encourage you to bring your bike – it’s a great way to see the festival. Also, remember to pack your swimmers and sunscreen as the fabulous Mullum pool is in the centre of the festival precinct. Camp site costs: Powered sites: $18 per person per night Unpowered sites: $15 per person per night Camping can be booked for our Official Festival Camping Site at the Mullumbimby Showgrounds at www.mullummusicfestival.com | 02 6684 6195 The Mullum Leagues Club also offers camping. Head to www.mlclub.com.au or call 0405 198 866 for further info. Camping tent and equipment hire can also be booked at: Byron Bay Camping Hire - 0404 905 969 East Coast Camping Hire - 0401 784 603

Local transport to the festival Don’t feel like driving to the festival? Catch the bus! To get to the festival from Suffolk Park (Clifford St)/Byron Bay (Tourist info, Jonson St) jump on one of the many Blanch’s operated buses running on Friday from 4.20pm and on Saturday/ Sunday from 8.40am. If you are travelling from Brunswick Heads (Tourist Info, Park St) Blanch’s will also operate on Friday 4.22pm and Saturday from 9.13am. On Sunday, we will be operating a FESTIVAL BUS at 10am. To get home to all of these destinations, the FESTIVAL BUS will be departing Mullumbimby (from the front of the Civic Centre) at midnight on Friday, 9.30pm & midnight Saturday and at 10.15pm on Sunday. The FESTIVAL BUS costs $10(adult) / $5(child) per trip and will only operate to Byron Bay and Suffolk Park on request. The full timetable can be found at www.mullummusicfestival.com and www.blanchs.com.au

Santos Organics Garden Cafe are proud sponsors of our Street Parade and present live music SAT & SUN 12pm.

What else you can do in Mullumbimby? Art Piece Gallery 70 Burringbar Street Mullum. 02 6684 3446. A treasure trove of delightful, accessible art works. Supporting promoting and encouraging the work of local artists. Crystal Castle: 81 Monet Drive, Mullum. 02 6684 3111. Enrich your spirit with a walk through stunning gardens and rainforest. Mullumbimby Golf Club Jubilee Ave, Mullum. 02 6684 2273. This championship 18-hole club is known as Australia’s friendliest golf club. Kiva Spa 1 McGourgans Lane, Mullum. 02 6684 4811. Relax, refresh and heal in Kiva’s wood-fired sauna, oxygenated hydro therapy contoured spas and plunge pool.

The Petria Thomas Swimming Pool Without a doubt, the best public swimming pool in Australia… jump in and cool down between gigs. The Petria Thomas pool is smack bang in the middle of the festival. Opening all festival weekend.

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STEER Breath-Testing (HIGH SCHOOL & CIVIC BAR) Patrons at the Mullum Music Festival are encouraged to visit STEER for a voluntary breath-test… sometimes the results are surprising! STEER volunteers will offer information about standard drinks, talk about the rate individuals process alcohol and suggest safe transport options. Drivers are particularly encouraged to visit STEER whilst they are at the Festival and have a breathtest before driving home.

Love Mullum Festival? Plan a winter escape to Bellingen for Bello Winter Music Festival July 12-15 2018. Tickets are still available at pre-Early Bird price from www.bellowwintermusic.com or visit our ticketing HQ. For other incredible live music hitting the Northern Rivers visit www.redsquaremusic.com.au Vitamin Records continues to release some of the very best local Australian music. Visit www.vitamin.net.au for details.

Visit Rock ‘n’ Roll Cafe for our ten year retrospective photo exhibition, October 17 - November 27.

Lost and Found? At Ticketing HQ. Open all festival.

The Mullum Music festival would like to thank all those supporters who have made our first 10 years so memorable. They include Simon Richardson, Jess Gilmore and Byron Bay Council staff and councillors, Mark Thomas, Richard Vinycomb, Jamie Stanbury along with his electrical crew including Wayne Schultz, Ross, Jamie, Brad, Viren, Sally and Sarah from Stone & Wood, Sam Martin, Norman Parkhill, Janelle & Dean Stanford, Bethwynn ‘Harry’ Hackett, Alice Cadwell, Simone O’Brien, Chris Handley, Jill Moone, Russell Burton, Holly Erickson, Andre Comaru, Paul Eatwell, Ruth Russell, Alan Hughes, Dave Sanders, Jeff McLeod, Justine Frazer, Angela Cornell, Ziggi Browning, Hans Lovejoy, Jeff Dawson, Julie Williams, Michael Lyons, Tracy Simpson, Syd and Jane, Allie Goodfrey, Kate Singleton, Steve Connelly, Dave Rawlins, Joanne Green, Peter Ryan, Donna Pearson, Cameron Johnson, Susan Tscalis, Jo Pratt, Tony Campbell, Mary Cannon, Chloe Goodyear, Maggie Quirk, Alex Mann, Heather Rose, Tim and Josie, all our amazing venues and venue operators, and every single volunteer, performer and all our wonderful staff and contractors.

The 10 year anniversary MMF is dedicated to the musical memory of Jesse Younan. Discover his music on spotify and the like.

GENERAL MANAGER: Nino Haggith GENERAL MANAGER: Nino Haggith ARTIST Kate Atkinson ARTIST LIAISON: LIAISON: Kate Atkinson VENUE MANAGERS: Alan Wynn, Paddy Nash, VENUE MANAGERS: Alan Wynn, Paddy Nash, Pete Papandrea, Pete Papandrea, Kate Stroud, Neil Johnson, Reuben Zeh Kate Stroud, NeilLICENSEE: Johnson, Reuben Zeh,Kinsella Dave Biggin FESTIVAL BAR Caroline (Civic Hall), FESTIVALEabry BAR LICENSEE’S: Caroline Kinsella, Michelle Eabry Michelle (High School) VERY IMPORTANT PERSON :Nicky McLaughlin TICKETING: Jen Djula ADMINISTRATION: TICKETING: Jen DjulaRosalita taylor PRODUCTION: Steve Law NATIONAL PUBLICIST: Clare McGregor WORKSHOPS: Alison Pearl Mandy Nolan NORTHERN RIVERS PUBLICIST: MERCHANDISE: Maya Taylor TOWN PLANNERS: Planners North YOUTH MENTORSHIP: Tom Whitaker TREASURY: Matthew Long. Steve Edmonds COMMUNITY PROGRAM: Ella Rose Goninan VERY IMPORTANT PERSON: Nicky McLaughlin

NATIONAL PUBLICITY: McGregor TREE PLANTING: DaveClare Rawlins, Joanne Green, Peter Ryan LOCAL PUBLICITY: Mandy Nolan RENEW FEST COMMUNITY PROGRAM: Ella Rose Goninan TREASURY: Matthew Long, Steve Edmonds. ELECTRICIAN: Stanbury Electrical Services TREE PLANTING: DaveLaw Rawlins, Joanne Green, Peter Ryan PRODUCTION: Steve ELECTRICIAN: Stanbury Electrical ARTWORK: Jules Goodwin Design ARTWORK DESIGN:Jamcracker Jamcracker PROGRAM/DESIGN: Creative WEBSITE: WEBSITE:Jean JeanEric EricMamet Mamet LEGAL: Wroth Wall WASTE MANAGEMENT: Wren Mclean, Joanne Hoy PIANO TUNER: on on the north PIANO TUNER:Norman NormanAppel Appel (best (the best the northcoast) coast) WORK EXPERIENCE GUY: Glenn Wright FESTIVAL DIRECTOR: Glenn Wright MullumMusic MusicFestival Festival Mullum Mill Street,Mullumbimby Mullumbimby NSW 2482 / Ph/ 02 6195 6195 2828 Mill Street, NSW 2482 Ph6684 02 6684 www.mullummusicfestival.com www.mullummusicfestival.com

Bring your own water bottle and fill up at any venue.

Thai Restaurant

Very pleased to work with and be supporters of the Mullumbimby Music Festival

Kate Singleton & Steve Connelly www.plannersnorth.com.au

Old School Restaurant Live

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Fresh Yummy food gifts Fabulous Clothing

Mullumbimby Community Market

3RD SATURDAY Cnr Stuart and Myocum Streets

Stoked to support live music and our local community The way it should be Occasionally the towns and villages around the Northern Rivers come alive, and for the past 10 years we can thank Mullum Music Festival for creating those times. When people come together to enjoy good tunes and good beer, as the local independent brewery, we’re stoked to be a part of it. DROP INTO OUR BREWERY TO ENJOY A TASTING PADDLE OR TOUR AS PART OF THE WEEKEND’S FESTIVITIES...

MONDAY – FRIDAY 10am – 5pm WEEKEND 12 – 6pm TOURS RUN EVERY DAY EXCEPT TUESDAYS To book a tour or enquire about the Tasting Room, visit the website www.stoneandwood.com.au, or call us on 02 6685 9220

STONE & WOOD BREWERY BYRON ARTS & INDUSTRY ESTATE 4 BORONIA PLACE, BYRON BAY