Critically acclaimed Australian act, Hussy Hicks are a tour de force featuring Leesa Gentz’ powerhouse soul vocals and Julz Parker’s revered guitar skills. Prolific and accomplished musicians, Hussy Hicks have honed their sonic dexterity over the past 12 years with six studio albums, multiple industry awards and more than 1,000 live shows under their belts, from Australia’s biggest blues, roots and folk festivals to 15 plus international tours, which now sell out across Europe.

Known for their emotive lyricism, energetic live shows and fiery, frenetic instrumentation, it’s no surprise Hussy Hicks have staying power. From Gold Coast Artist of the Year and Album of the Year wins to Queensland Music Award and Golden Guitar nominations, their critical accolades extend even further, with guitarist Parker being touted by Australian legend, Phil Emmanuel as ‘Australia’s top female guitar player’ and voted fifth in Bluesfest’s Guitar Hero fan poll, among Santana and BB King.

With more than 20 years' experience on the live music scene (many of them in the legendary band Mudcrab Boogie), Tony "Crinkle" Ford and Darren Ford, aka the Ford Brothers, are a musical force to be reckoned with.

With Darren taking charge of the guitar and vocals and Crinkle playing stand-up drums, congas, harmonica and didgeridoo, the sky is the limit for what they can put together during their shows.

Growing up with Blues jazz and soul in the household, Nathan has brought his own unique style to the table. Influenced by artist such as Ronnie Earl, Albert Collins, Guy King and Jimmie Vaughn Nathan plays from the soul with an “all killer no filler” approach.
Nathans's first band Blue Eyes cry was signed to Australia’s premier record company Black Market Music , Nathan manage to hit no 1 on the Australian Blues and Roots Charts in the year of 2015, also winning best new Talent at the Chain awards the same year. In 2019 Nathan topped the charts again with his debut release “Where I Belong”.

Whether Beretta is on stage with a cooking rhythm section behind him or sitting down with an acoustic, you can always expect an authentic blues delivered with confidence.

Mat Cochran is a Clarence Valley based singer-songwriter that thrived in the high intensity culture of the London Music scene. With an easy yet commanding presence, he delivers a full captivating sound with his unique looping skills, mix of songs and covers all different genres honed throughout multiple tours of Europe. He delivers a vibrant performance, many forgetting he is just a soloist.