Waking from slumber and dreams of flight,
I blink my eyes against the light.
I feel the warmth of the morning sun,
Excite at the day and what is to come -
For now is a time of life and love,
A change is coming brought from above.
The Green Lady calls from the valleys of home -
“Ostara is here!, Ostara has come!”.
I greet the day and welcome the sound,
Of birdsong and chatter from all around.
Down to the green grass and all the life there -
The rebirth of nature, the chase of the Hare.
The world is awakening to life anew,
I see the beauty in the morning dew.
The changing of seasons, the warmth of the sun -
“Ostara is here!, Ostara has come!.”
The children are playing, the men are in song,
The women are dancing and playing along,
The bells they are ringing, the fires alight,
The Green Lady smiles as we rejoice in her sight.
With love in our hearts and peace in our minds,
We welcome the spring, leaving sorrow behind.
New beginnings are here with joy to be won -
“Ostara is here!, Ostara has come!”.
Now in it's fourth year, Ostara Festival, brought to you by Bish Bash Bosh Productions Inc will be celebrating the coming of Spring once again, with 3 days of music carefully hand picked to bring you a weekend full of live music and electronica. With over 60 artists on the bill, you will be guaranteed there will be something there for everyone!
From such artists as Sun in Aquarius (Addictech / Enig'matik), Goosebumpz (Disconekta), Mr Bill (Qwerty), Jigsaw, Merkaba (Zenon), Mollusk (Omlette), Svelt (Qwerty), The Backyard Job, Tim McMillan Band, Yelka, Alias and the Jams, Sans Gras, Geamala, Spyndrift, Loren Kate, with more to be released in the next couple of weeks. This is just a taster!
FIRST ROUND EARLY BIRD TICKETS HAVE SOLD OUT.
Limited 2nd round tickets available now $80 + bf each until Midnight 24th August.
Click on the link below to purchase yours online before they go up to Round Three at $100.
Details of retail outlets of where you can purchase tickets also, will be notified shortly.
http://www.greentix.com.au/events/11806
SOUND: FUNKTION ONE KINDLY PROVIDED BY ISHTAR PRODUCTIONS
POWER: GREEN POWER SOLUTIONS (BIO-DIESEL ALL THE WAY)
DECOR: PIXIE LOU AND FRIENDS
MARKET STALL AREA BROUGHT TO YOU BY: THE PIXIE ARTS COLLECTIVE
VOLUNTEERS OTHER THAN GATEl: [email protected]
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>>>>> PRODUCERS/DJs: <<<<<
SUN IN AQUARIUS (Addictech / Enig'matik)
http://www.myspace.com/suninaquarius
Sun in aquarius is the Synthesized Data from an exploration through the deep, drenched underworlds of experimental electronic composition. Sound design plays a leading role and is carried out with in this project with scrupulous attention to the gl♪tchest of details.
The name Sun in Aquarius draws from an astrological connection and also to the love of the sea and all things water sounding, so field recordings of water from a variety of soundscapes are manipulated in with other captured sounds as well as dense sonic scapes . Acid drenched basslines and intelligent sampling to create a truly origional aural experience.
Sun in Aquarius also draws attention to the light in the dark (or the sun in the deep sea.), for this project encompasses deep underworld like soundscapes which often have a ray of light through the use of ethereal and uplifting sound design.
Jake (23) resides in the lush hinterland of the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales (Australia), in the hills just out of Byron Bay, He uses this as a defining tool to draw inspiration from the landscape and also the people he surrounds himself with.
THE BACKYARD JOB
http://www.myspace.com/thebackyardjob
‘The Backyard Job’ was formed by Dim and AP, after the two broke away from the Axle Whitehead Band in 2008. Wanting to get a little more juicy the boys built some custom effects and their own sound system! (In the backyard)
During the duration of the period till now, Backyard have teamed up with Melbourne based Dubstep and Drum n’ Bass crews to play gigs in parks, under bridges, or anywhere a system might reverberate nicely!
After their first gig being broken up by riot police, and sleeping in the park in the rain, (to guard the system), the Backyard only got hungrier, which led to them playing at Strawberry fields festival later that year!
Their sound is a mixture of punk/dnb/dubstep/ and noise, comprising of guitars/vocals/samples/and some dirty rotten bass. At a live show you can expect nothing as a large portion of their set is improvised, with some mash ups and originals thrown in for kicks!
Come and celebrate the backyard lifestyle, and remember it’s not just a band, it’s a lifestyle!!!
MR BILL (QWERTY)
http://soundcloud.com/mr-bill
Hi, my name is Bill. I am from a little town called Windsor in Sydney, Australia. Throughout my life I have always been exposed to music. When I was 5 my mother bought me a Casio CTK-330 (which is now in the process of being circuit bent). I screwed around on this machine for a few years before getting bored and moving on to bigger and better things. When I was about 10 I was given a guitar also by my mother which I proceeded to play every day for the next 10 years for a few hours a day.
I studied music throughout high school then went on to TAFE afterwards. When I was 17 I studied drums at NIRIMBA TAFE in Quakers Hill, Sydney, Australia. I had the naive attitude that it was taking up too much time listening to people talk about music and not spending enough time playing. So I dropped out and continued to play guitar and drums at home for the next few years.
In this space of time I was in a few different bands and was regularly jamming with many musicians just having fun with instruments until I was introduced to Ableton Live by a friend who had convinced me that Garage band (the program I was using to plot my ideas previously) was totally not the go.
After using Live for a few months and realising its true potential I didnʼt look back. From then on I spent all the time I used to play guitar and drums to work out how Ableton Live works.
After spending much time working out the inʼs and outʼs of Live I decided it was time to go and learn the inʼs and outʼs of sound theory. Why things do what they do, how we can implement these things in different ways etc. So I started studying Audio Engineering at SAE, Sydney, Australia.
I hope you enjoy what I do and I hope to hear from you all soon! Thanks very much for your support!
GOOSEBUMPZ (DISCONEKTA)
http://www.myspace.com/goosebumpzmusic
Currently based in Brisbane, Nash began producing dance music in 2007. Inspired by outdoor dance parties as well as Australian artists, he developed a taste for wacky morning psy. After several months of writing morning trance and with a release on Adapted Records, Nash began to broaden his horizons which led to the birth of Goosebumpz.
With a passion for all sorts of electronic music, Nash still finds it difficult to commit to a certain genre and is currently producing a variety of styles including dub-step, mid-tempo breaks and electro.
Focusing on moist, squelchy basslines and sharp, pretty leads Goosebumpz delivers a staunch psychedelic experience resulting in multiple Chakra explosions similar to the White House from "Independence Day". Like drinking a Sprite on Mt. Everest, Goosebumpz will leave you revitalised and dripping...
JIGSAW
http://www.myspace.com/jigsawdoof
Jigsaw is the solo project of Tom Crossley; Musician, Producer & Psychedelic adventurer. Based in Melbourne, Jigsaw frequently plays at parties, festivals and clubs around the country. With a solid 9 years experience writing electronic music, and a taste for all things psychedelic, the Jigsaw sound is a balance of frequencies designed to navigate. Influenced by many genres and styles, it is raw yet mature, full of complex rhythms and attention to detail, and coming to a dancefloor near you!
MERKABA (Zenon Records)
http://www.myspace.com/elfunkshui
From the depths of a valley in the Southern Highlands of NSW comes Merkaba, a deep progressive project from Elliot Wilmot. From jamming out as a drummer to spinning hip hop and breakbeats for 6 years Elliot has always had a healthy relationship with music. In 2004 he decided to have a go at making his own deliciously phat beats, however, it wasn't until Jan 2007 when he found himself barefoot in the Aussie bush in front of some monster speaker stacks that he realized his ultimate musical direction. The Doof had changed him forever! With a focus on positive and healing vibrations Merkaba combines deep basslines with lush melodies, tribal percussion and a focus on an overall 'organic' sound. Prepare for a vibrational journey that connects the mind, heart, body, and dancefloor!
MOLLUSK (Omelette Records)
http://www.myspace.com/themolluskband
The Mollusk aka Shane Vigo started back in 2007 as a solo project. At the beginning of his carrier he was mainly composing down tempo music but has strayed away from the more ambient style and started to experiment with a glitchy upbeat dance vibe, taking inspiration from 70's Funk, Disco, Electro, dub-step and just about everything else! In more recent years The Mollusk has been churning out funky, dynamic, animated beats with his Debut release "Sea Food" becoming an instant hit and immediately topping the Addictech charts. He has played at such party's as Renaissance, Rainbow Serpent Festival, Winter Solstice, Ostara Festival and much more.
The Mollusk is now working on his 2nd project with the likes of: Vibesquad (USA), Opiuo (NZ), Mr Roger's (USA), SpoonBill (OZ), Ben Samples (USA) and more to be announced!. Unlike a remix album or compilation all tracks on the next release will be "The Mollusk" collaborating with each of the artist involved!
>>>>> LIVE BANDS <<<<<
SVELT (QWERTY)
http://www.myspace.com/sveltband
Live-beats band Svelt combines jungle, hip-hop and dub influences using squelched synths, stabbing guitars and live
drums to create a cerebral dance-floor experience. The band’s five members include Aden Wessels on vocals and FX,
James Nichols on synths, Jesse Ricketson on drums, and Duncan Ford on guitar.
Svelt carry the flame of other great Australian live electronic bands such as Pivot and The Bird, but mix in their own
flavour with influences ranging through Aphex Twin, Flying Lotus and Joker with the vocal stylings of Tom Waits,
Goldfrapp and Little Dragons.
Their self-titled LP was released on the 5th of March, 2010, on QWERTY records. It is an eclectic mix of punchy songs,
bass heavy jams and incendiary percussion. Self recorded and mixed, the band had the chance to hone the production
and experiment with sounds more than in a traditional studio.
Svelt’s growth as a band has been lovingly nurtured by the Sydney DIY warehouse party scene which has given the band
the freedom to experiment, toy with improvised sets and carry out seamless DJ-style performances. So far, Svelt have
been attracting big crowds in venues throughout crumbling industrial sites of Sydney's Inner West, such as at the
legendary free "Channel" parties. Svelt have played alongside a diverse range of acts including Pendulum, The Bird, Sub
Bass Snarl, El Gusto (Hermitude), and The Barons of Tang. They have performed at a variety of festivals including the
Peats Ridge Festival '09-'10, Newtown Festival '09, High and Dry Festival '09, Addison Rd Community Open Day '10,
and are due to tour nationally in September.
TIM MCMILLAN BAND
http://www.myspace.com/timmcmillanguitar
Tim McMillan Band from Melbourne, Australia, is a renegade and a totally unique musician. He presents his virtuoso acoustic capabilities in the almost athletic Gitarrenkniffen and with ingenious and melodic songwriting.
After the release of his debut album "After Party" Tim McMillan Band played at several European and Australian tours, and spread it to be self-conceived genre known as Goblincore, a colorful mixture of different styles, from Swamp Folk (Marsh Folk) to Acoustic Viking Metal (Acoustic Vikings Metal). Between these trips, he joined again in a studio, where with the help of various guest musicians, the new album is knitted: 2.13 is a collection of songs, solo guitar pieces and instrumental tracks with full band accompaniment.
YELKA
http://www.myspace.com/yelkamusic
Yelka’s charmingly imperfect voice hovers gorgeously throughout minimal acoustic-based arrangements, gleaming with lyrical and instrumental hooks. Her slightly coy, yet genteel performances barely mask an artistic maturity well beyond her years.
Yelka enamored audiences and judges alike at The 2008 Queenscliff Music Festival’s Foot In The Door competition, picking up first prize in the Acoustic category. 2009 has seen Yelka support artists at The Thornbury Theatre, The Northcote Social Club, and play her own packed-out headline show at Manchester Lane.
Peppered with self-made words (‘Yelkaby’) and nonsense syllables, Yelka’s songs invite singalongs and infectious smiles. And in the same breath, Yelka delivers searingly personal renditions of love lost, gained and shared with friends. It’s no wonder this young songbird is receiving comparisons to hitmakers Norah Jones and Corinne Bailey Rae.
She is currently under the mentorship of Clare Bowditch which she is unbelievably ecstatic about.
ALIAS & THE JAMS
http://www.myspace.com/aliasandthejams
http://vimeo.com/13480885
A grunty down-tuned 12 String guitar with melodic vocals and a double bass with a drum kit laden with African and Middle Eastern hand percussion is the sound of Adelaide trio Alias & The Jams.
Alias & The Jams have been described to those such as José Gonzalez meets The John Butler Trio meets Rage Against The Machine. They have been making their mark playing at such festivals at the Sydney Road Music Festival, Mr Gambier Blues & Roots with Ash Grunwald and Bonjah, Little Buckley Gathering with Band Woo Hoo, Review, Mihiranghi and at various venues around Australia with the likes of Ash Grunwald, Rob Sawyer, Butterfingers, and Marshall & The Fro.
“Organic-sounding…cruisy, earthy vibe” - Aaron Farrant DB Magazine
“Big sounding, poetic, original, catchy, cryptic, earthy, humble & authentic” - The John Woods Band (Big Day Out)
“I must admit I was actually powerfully blown away by your material” - Tom Hallett from Deep Grooves Production/Pulse of the Twin Cities Newspaper
SANS GRAS
http://www.myspace.com/sansgrasmusic
We make psychedelic indie-rock. Born of the ashes of an arrogantly named solo project, Sans Gras have just finished recording our debut EP at Birdland studios. Insert bit here about how awesome we are live using words such as "frenetic" and "blistering". Shared stages with: The Fumes, Tom Ugly, Dead River Deeps, Electric Jellyfish, The Orphanage, Cuba is Japan, The Black Hill Five. Film clip for first single "Wild Wind" on the way. See you at Ostara Festival.
GEAMALA
http://www.myspace.com/geamala
Geamala are a world music group unlike any other, combining elements of many genres, ranging from atmospheric, eastern, arabic, tribal, electro-acoustic and trance maintaining a profoundly spiritual focus. These elements are boldly woven together exploring new angles of traditional music to create mesmerizing timeless soundscapes and powerful hypnotic rhythms that leave audiences in a state of enlivened connectedness.
Having such an eclectic sound, Geamala have taken a leaf from many books, these main influences would include but are not limited to, Dead Can Dance, The Tea Party, Secret Chiefs 3, Rodruigo y Gabriella, Taikoz and Riley Lee.
Geamala have had the joy of playing on some of Melbourne's finest stages including The Corner Hotel, The Espy Gershwyn Room and Front Bar, Northcote Social Club, The Evelyn, Ding Dong and many others. Geamala have also shared these stages with some of Melbourne's most respected acts including Mushroom Giant, Jericco, Sydonia, 12 Foot Ninja, Sleepmakeswaves, Sleep Parade and Dub the Magic Dragon.
In 2010 Geamala are seeking to expand their audience and are eagerly setting their sites on performing on the vibrant festival circuit. With the release of their upcoming debut album “Forking Paths” due out in mid 2010, Geamala are set to make their mark on the ever-growing Australian and International festival scene.
SPYNDRIFT
http://www.myspace.com/spyndrift
Situated along one of the most stunning coastlines of Southern Victoria is Spyndrift a lively band with a lot to offer!!
The Music: is raw, grungy, bouncy, frisky, sassy and sweet. Reggae ska inspired combined with rockin fine licks, catchy lyrics and a down to earth message.
The Show: VIBRANT, BURLESQUE, EXPLOSIVE, CAPTIVATING THEATRICAL & MEMORABLE.
Band members Elle, Hoya and Merin have performed in numerous musical outfits together and separately for over two decades. They also have a depth of experience and skills in theatre, children's pantomimes, workshops, puppetry and dance. In 2004 Merin reunited and Richard, an experienced and seasoned musician joined and together, Spyndrift was born. With a plethora of songs under their belt their self produced album ‘Sound Swell’ was recorded 2006-07. Since then the music has undergone a steady metamorphous from laidback groove to a dynamic and highly energetic show. Spyndrift were the 2010 winners of the Vic Hunt Memorial Music Award at Sleepy Hollow Blues Club in Geelong, with the prize money they will be recording their second EP in Melbourne.
Spyndrift have regular appearances and call backs to popular coastal music festivals and are continuing to wow and captivate new audiences wherever they go.
LOREN KATE
http://www.myspace.com/lorenkate
Enchantingly beautiful, down-to-earth and absolutely spellbinding, Loren Kate has cast a sublime and haunting web over audiences around the country with her unique and unforgettable sound and soul.
Having travelled and toured to most corners of Australia over the years, Loren has steadily forged a close relationship with her music and the land, having penned songs in just about every town from Fremantle to Byron Bay.
Her debut album, Brand New Shoes is a great milestone for the 25-year-old songwriter. Recorded over just 5 days at Soundmine Studio in Western Australia with producer Lee Buddle and 7 talented WA musicians, the album has the sound and feel of a highly crafted work of art, no doubt due to the amount of energy, enthusiasm and love put in during the time leading up to recording. The result is a beautifully dynamic, emotionally charged storybook of two or more years’ worth of joy, love, loss, gratitude, family, friends, travel and everything in between.
Over the last few years, Loren has travelled extensively around the country, taking her music from the deserts to the seas and back again. She has performed at countless venues and festivals around the country including Woodford Folk Festival (QLD), Peats Ridge Folk Festival (NSW), Fairbridge Festival (WA), Fleurieu Folk Festival (SA), Tamar Valley Folk Festival (Tas), Earthdance (WA), Alice Springs Desert Festival (NT), Oenpelli Open Day (NT), Go Organic Festival (SA) and was awarded most promising emerging artist at the Nannup Music Festival (WA).
Loren Kate has also shared the stage with such fine musicians as Tim Freedman (The Whitlams), Lior, iOTA, Epicure, Vika and Linda Bull (The Black Sorrows), and folk legend Eric Bogle.
In 2010, Loren is planning on releasing a new 5 track EP collaborating with acclaimed cellist, Mel Robinson (Tim Rogers, Missy Higgins).
Don’t miss her performance at Ostara Festival at it’s bound to move your heart and soul!
Stand by for further updates! There's a lot coming your way soon over the next few days/weeks leading up to the festival. See you all in September, everyone!
