Andrea Kirwin on vocals, guitar, bass, congas
George Bishop on vocals, guitar, didj, harmonica, drums and percussion...obviously not all at the same time.
"The Andi and George Band"
Matty Sykes on Drums,
Chris Pound on Bass and Double Bass,
Grahame Thompson on Cello, Ukelele and guitar,
Elyane DeFontne on Violin,
Matt Lustri on Electric Guitar,
Sophie Chapman on Trombone,
Mick Elderfield on Sax
We are also sometimes lucky enough to be joined by the following special guests:
Liena Lacey on Harp.
Laura on Saxophone.
Valdes on Trombone.
Sam King on Guitar and Flute.
Ash and Luke on Congas and Percussion
Alice Cottee and Tabitha Omaji on back up vocals :)
Andi and George are singer/songwriters that found each other in Canberra in May, 2006. They are happy souls who love to make music, dance, eat good food and encourage other musicians and performers to get involved!
The duo have now traded their University degrees for the opportunity to travel the country making music and spreading good vibes from their Tour bus this Winter and beyond! Their next album, SUN AND MOON, independently recorded and produced, will be launched with an East Coast tour at THE FRONT CAFE on Thursday 29th May that will take the 19 strong crew up to the Dreaming Festival in Woodford and as far North as possible in search of adventures, music, and good times.
THE ANDI AND GEORGE BAND make all kinds of music. Soul, funk, reggae, samba, folk, jazz, blues and rock. Spontaneous gigs and high energy performances by all of the musicians make for a colourful crew set to get you up and dancing! Depending on the size of the gig, the numbers in the band can range from just andi and george, to a massif line up of 15 people +!!!
The Andi and George Band...
Andi Kirwin on vocals and acoustic guitar
George Bishop on vocals, didgeridoo and acoustic guitar
Matty Sykes on drums
Chris Pound on bass, double bass
Grahame Thompson ..o, ukelele and more
Elyane Defontne on violin
Matt Lustri on electric Guitar
Sophie Chapman on trombone
Mick Elderfield on Saxophone
Reuben Lewis on Trumpet
Lina Andonovska on Flute
Ash Bryant on Percussion
Alice Cottee and Tabitha Omaji on vocals
Amos Enders Moje on vocals
...and if the venue permits we are fortunate to have the beautiful Liena Lacey on Harp.
Photos taken by Asher Floyd (photographer/phoenix bar local/all round cool guy)
The Andi and George Band's self-titled album, (2007) is available for purchase ($20) online at www.cardboardcharlie.com and at the following cafes and stores in and around Canberra. Thanks very much to those who help us out-it is much appreciated!
The Front Cafe, Lyneham
Essen Cafe, Civic
The Co-op Food Store, Acton
Itrip Iskip, Braddon - Also sells our t-shirts! whooot!
Ghengis Khan's Lounge, Captains Flat, and at
Blue Moon, a little world music store in Johnston St. Melbourne
KAVA PARTY FUNDRAISER 06
Thanks to all who came to the fundraiser held at the Front Cafe in Lyneham last december. We all had kava and shared a fijian meal lovo style and raised $700.
The money was used to purchase a generator and a drum of petrol for the teachers and children at BABASEA PRIMARY SCHOOL, in Andi's village of Levukaidaku, Matuku island, Lau. Fiji. The school was extremely pleased with the donation and invited Andi and George for a concert at the school which included Fijian meke and a giant pot of tea and delicious cakes for the whole school. We would like to pass on their thanks to all of you!
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Hey guys simon here.... met you in canberra with victor and my mum narelle. Didn't get a chance to catch up with you after your show that night, but wanted to tell you i realy enjoyed it. All the best. Hows the tour goin? si
Hey guys, Great to be your my space friend. I saw you play a small handful of times while you were up the coast at the dreaming and on the GC. Hopefully you will be back for another shake down at that little tallebudgera hall .. or other random hippie joint .. some time soon!
both times now that ive experienced the magic and joy of you guys...and the stunningly grounded, real,deep presence of miss andi...i have come away feeling closer and more at peace with myself and this great universe than i often feel...thankyou for holding the vibration so high and true...will be sending you art in trade for the new album real soon...listening to it today....joyous times in the forest here...much love...bless up...Josie xo
He guys, funnt this one.....Did not sent request or got one, but see you in my friends space now, which is very good by the way..... Enjoyed to jam with u guys last week, keep up the good work.... keep smoking it up.... lovejoy 2 u all
Hi Friends, this weekend we have set up 3 AWESOME concerts for you all to enjoy, come dance with us Friday 27th June at Tallebudgera Valley (10 mins inland from Burleigh Heads), Saturday 28th June at Nimbin Bush Theatre, Sunday 29th June at Kohinor Hall, Upper Main Arm (20mins along Main Arm Rd from Mullumbimby). These concerts have doors opening at 6pm - $20 at door or $15 for concession card holders - Full details www. myspace. com/kjpromo
Ouch! Yeah, they do happen almost every sunday: Byron, Channon & Bangalow markets ;) Prob see you at the Main Arm gig - looking forward to a good boogie!! Cat ;)
Hey Beautiful Friends, Thanks for being apart of the Pacific Moon Fest. We are looking forward to making it grow. So happy your doing new years this way. Great to meet you all and sending you big love and blessings. Look forward to singing with you all again. Your music really brings so much love and joy to us all. Love Elena
Oh that's great! I love Brisbane. I'm starting in the west I think this time but will make my way through for sure. So many great places to play along the way.
I hope the bus is running smoothly for you! Safe and happy travels, xo Em
Hey Andi, George and the band!! It was so great to play on the same stage as you! Love your bus, love your Cd, love your T shirt and your shows! Had the best time at The Buddha Belly, hope the gig at Mt Tamborine was good for you. You inspire me, thanks...mishxxx
Thankyou for all the beautiful music Yesterday I heard one of your songs on bay fm so I think I'm not the only one who wants to see and hear you all one day in Bryon Shire! Kisses Gisela
ABT LIVE @ HIPPO BAR! -performing tunes from the upcoming album 'amalgama' (17 garema place canberra city) WEDNESDAY JUNE 11,9:00 PM,$7 ENTRY....Hope to see you there!
hey cuzzo...luvin" man alive" it's tha shit.....wen u touring tha USA? comon now...roll out tha millions and fly on over....stay cool stay sweet lovin it boom*boom*tish
Vinaka vaka levu!!!!!!!!! Love the CD sista! So good for my soul - loving it! Congrats on the tour - you'll have a ball. Safe travels and loloma levu Txox
Hi guys! Love the music. Very funky! Man Alive is great. The flute is reminiscent of Ian Anderson. Kepp up the good work, and I hope I'll catch you round Canberra some time soon. Or maybe Sydney like that time I unexpectedly ran into George before Dream Theater's concert.
Each week a select number of outstanding Artists will be selected for 3 in a row Presentations. Their 3 Tracks will be introduced and played one right after the other followed by a reminder as to who they were. Andrea has been chosen as one of the first 3 artists to be included in this feature.
