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The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra
Afro-beat / Hip Hop

A mammoth ensemble with an all-star Melb line-up



Melbourne, Victoria
Australia

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Last Login:  10/22/2009
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Member Since6/8/2008
Band Websitewww.thepublicopinion.net
Band MembersNFA (vocals), 1/6 (vocals), Kuukua Acqua (vocals), Lydia Acqua (vocals), David Marama (vocals/guitar), Zvi Belling (bass), Nui Moon (perc), Julian Goyma (drums), John McAll (keys), Ethan Hill/DJ Manchild (decks), Tristan Ludowyk (trumpet), Andy Williamson (sax), Nick Lester (sax), Declan Jones (trumpet) and Peter Slipper (trombone) plus other guests in the works..
InfluencesFela Anikulapo Kuti, Antibalas
Record LabelUnsigned


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Oct 16 2009 9:30P
The Spot Brunswick, Victoria
Oct 30 2009 10:30P
The Espy - Front Bar St Kilda, Victoria
Nov 19 2009 8:00P
The Hifi Bar Melbourne City, Victoria

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   About The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra

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Inspired by the infectious afro-beat music of Nigeria and its neighbours, The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra delivers a contemporary blend of hip hop and African funk to Australian dancefloors. This mammoth ensemble comprises up to twenty musicians hand-picked from Melbourne’s African, jazz & hip-hop scenes. The experience and creativity of these established musicians energises the group’s original compositions and the sound of the entire band is a force to be reckoned with.

The afro-beat movement of the 60’s and 70’s is making a resurgence worldwide in live venues and clubs alike. The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra combines these North African rhythms with hip-hop which has recently become a major force in Australian music and culture. The group is the brainchild of Zvi Belling, Ethan Hill (DJ Manchild) and Tristan Ludowyk who are long time friends and musical collaborators, each with vast and diverse musical backgrounds to draw upon.

The band directors recently travelled to Africa to promote the new single and recorded with African hip hop stars Tumi (South Africa) and Modenine (Nigeria). These artists will feature on the band's upcoming debut album, which will be accompanied by a 12” vinyl release. The band’s current single is “Future Africa” features N’fa and 1/6th and was recorded and mixed by Andy Baldwin in New York.

Images by Bonnie Savage Photography


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The L.A.C.

The L.A.C.



Nov 6 2009 4:53 PM

Great tunes down under!! when are you coming up to London?!
RYAN EGAN

RYAN EGAN



Sep 29 2009 11:10 AM

Hi Dude, Ryan here.

Sorry for another comment, I just wanted to let you know that PART 3 of my New Track Previews has been released, titled: 'Some Days'. If you have a free moment, you can listen to it at the MySpace Page!

The Full Version will be available on my soon-to-be-released Mixtape, 'The Intern'.

Also, I have started a FACEBOOK Fan Page, so if Facebook is now more of you're thing, feel free to join up!


Any feedback is appreciated, Thanks again!

Ryan
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Sep 22 2009 11:42 PM

thanks for the add


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RYAN EGAN

RYAN EGAN



Sep 22 2009 12:49 AM

Hi Dude,

Hope you're all good!

Just wanted to let you know that I've released some new Track Previews on my Myspace profile, would be awesome if you could check them out and let me know what you think if you've got a free moment?

Also, I have started a Facebook Fan Page, so if Facebook is now more of you're thing, feel free to join up!

The Address to get to it is:


Thanks again & all the best!

Ryan.
Future Roots

Future Roots



Sep 9 2009 10:57 PM

hail up the public opinion crew
me back from Africa
and much thanks to all for raising the roof of the mother!
at my farewell party
classic
nui
TEMPLE OF DEEJAYS

TEMPLE OF DEEJAYS



Jul 1 2009 1:06 PM

Leigh

Leigh Johnston



Jul 1 2009 9:04 AM

Yuo guys blew me away last night! Can't wait for the next gig. The CD is great!
Leigh

Leigh Johnston



Jun 28 2009 2:45 AM

I wouldn't get there 'til 11pm ish. When will you guys finish your final set? :-)
Leigh

Leigh Johnston



Jun 26 2009 9:11 AM

I'm so sad that I will miss your gig on the 30th as will be seeing Ladysmith Black Mambazo from South Africa! Please play again soon!!!!!!!!!!!
IV Qua

IV Qua



Jun 16 2009 4:15 PM

passing thru - hola bk @
www.youtube.com/Favourite1z
Thx

IV Qua

IV Qua



Jun 2 2009 3:57 PM


www.youtube.com/favourite1z

happy week 2 YOU

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BREAKIN BREAD



May 28 2009 1:08 PM

Thanks for the add!

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MODENINE

MODENINE



May 14 2009 2:30 PM

WHUTS UP??? HOPE WE STILL GOOD FOR THE FESTIVAL MEANWHILE DOWNLOAD THIS : http://www.zshare.net/download/6000704558d2dc11/
The Soul Safari

The Soul Safari



Apr 28 2009 10:59 AM

THIS SATURDAY!!! EP LAUNCH!!! EAST BRUNSWICK CLUB!!!

Hey guys,

THIS Saturday, 2nd MAY, EAST BRUNSWICK CLUB

SOUL SAFARI EP LAUNCH
with special guests The Megahorns and Mucho Excellente All-Stars

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Martin Martini & The Bone Palace Orchestra

Martin Martini & The Bone Palace Orchestra



Apr 24 2009 4:00 AM

well
i was at a party
in the bush
and this lady who i thought was sexy
said to me out of the blue
if you were an animal
you would be a crab
i am staring into a fire in the middle of nowhere
and she says
i would be a crab

now in the beginning this made me feel a little weird
who did this woman think she was
no man would be happy with a crab right
give him a tiger
a lion
a horse
and eagle
but a crab

as the night when on
i developed a crab dance that took the heat off me a little bit
seems people can love crabs
especially when they dance
there was crab sex in a tent later that night
who would have thought a crab could do such things

two things i have learnt about the crab
one is that its teeth are located in its stomach
so if i the crab happened to ask that sexy lady to just relax and rest her head on my stomach
well you know the rest
and secondly if a crab loses his claw in a battle
he can just grow it back
which would make piano playing interesting

if you want to see the crab dance
or the man she says reminded her of crab
you can see him and his wonderful talented band
this SAT 25 and SUN 26 at the TOFF IN TOWN Swanston St MELB CITY
show kicks off around 8
its 10 dollars cause of the recession
see you there

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John McAll

John McAll



Apr 22 2009 4:07 AM

Happy to be part of this great band

Whens the next Gig?
Annette

Annette Carter



Mar 27 2009 3:46 PM

So when do we get to finally see you in Sydney?????
Bilinda

Bilinda Boxley



Mar 24 2009 2:15 AM

Thanks for adding me, love your style xx
IV Qua

IV Qua



Mar 14 2009 7:47 AM

Thanks for the Add & Support!
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Mohair Slim

Mohair Slim



Jan 19 2009 11:01 AM

Get a date quick! ... tough Chicago Funk and sexy Southern Soul on Valentines Day

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Dec 17 2008 2:02 AM

hola! we still love you & have a new song "rhythm of mi corazon' for you to enjoy. from the new spellbound cd 'brighter days ahead.' "..paz y amor.."
The Soul Safari

The Soul Safari



Dec 14 2008 12:39 AM

FINAL​LY,​ The Soul Safar​i have finis​hed work on their​ Debut​ Relea​se!​

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