10 Amazing REGIONAL music artists

10 Amazing regional music artists

10 Amazing regional music artists

10 Amazing regional music artists

10 Amazing regional music artists

When was the last time you pulled up to a regional beer garden and listened to a band playing some great tunes. Remember the country wedding you went to and that young singer wowed the audience with her voice? How good was that music festival you went to last year where every band and singer left their mark!

There are thousands of great music artists across regional Australia. At CLIRA, we are delighted to be able to highlight these 10 Amazing Regional Music Artists.


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Applejack & moonshine


Applejack & Moonshine is a high-energy Americana band hailing from Mandurah, Western Australia. Blending country rock, blues, and swamp-stomp, the group is known for its lively performances and unmistakeable hillbilly vibe. Led by founder Dave Daniels (aka Applejack), the band began as a duo sharing stories and tunes at local pubs before growing into a dynamic five-piece celebrated across regional Australia.


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ben penna


Ben Penna is a seasoned acoustic singer-songwriter and musician based in Townsville, North Queensland. Renowned for his energetic and heartfelt “Coastal Roots” style, Ben brings original songs filled with positive vibes, engaging storytelling, and genuine emotion to every stage he graces.

With a career spanning decades, Ben began performing in pubs and clubs at just 15, building a devoted following along the East Coast of Australia.


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harry hook is real


Harry Hook (performing as ‘harry hook is real’) is an ARIA-nominated singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer based in Sale, Victoria, on Gunaikurnai land.

Bringing together country, folk, blues, and alternative rock influences, Harry has built a reputation across Australia and internationally for his raw, lyric-driven songs and captivating live performances.


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jewels & The heist


Jewels and the Heist are an energetic Australian indie covers and originals band known for creating multifaceted music that connects with audiences across regional Victoria. Fronted by charismatic lead vocalist “Jewels,” the group has steadily built a reputation for lively live shows that blend classic hits with thoughtful original material, capturing crowds at venues and local festivals alike.


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kane vincent


Kane Vincent is a dynamic Australian singer-songwriter hailing from Echuca, Victoria. With roots on Yorta Yorta Country, Kane blends heartfelt country, folk, and blues into songs that resonate with fans far beyond his hometown. After formative years in both Echuca and Urbana, USA, he developed a unique style, fusing Midwest twang, soulful storytelling, and sharp lyrical observation


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no promises


No PROMISES is an alt-country duo from South Gippsland, blending heartland storytelling with a modern Americana edge.

Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Janine Garvey and guitar-slinger Eric Collier, the pair craft songs that feel both deeply personal and made for the open road.


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rnb soul train


RnB Soul Train is an Albany, Western Australia-based duo delivering a smooth and soulful blend of R&B, soul, and hip-hop.

Formed in 2021 by married couple Roimata Howell (originally from New Zealand) and Jessica Howell (from Albany), RnB Soul Train has quickly built a reputation for heartfelt vocal harmonies, captivating acoustic arrangements, and uplifting live performances


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savanah solomon


Savanah Solomon is a rising contemporary country singer-songwriter from Moore River, Western Australia.

Known for her heartfelt storytelling and soulful, genre-blending sound, Savanah crafts songs that delve into hope, heartbreak, and healing, drawing inspiration from her own experiences and the vast Australian landscape


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stePHEN bond


Stephen Bond is a versatile Tasmanian musician, artist, and sculptor based in Southern Tasmania.

Known for his original compositions sung in Spanish and evocative Latin Bolero style, Steve combines intricate guitar improvisations, soulful vocals, and a flair for multi-instrumental performances that set him apart in the local arts scene.


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tullara


Tullara is a powerful voice in the Australian indie-folk scene, renowned for her captivating songwriting, evocative guitar work, and dynamic live performances.

Originally from northern New South Wales, Tullara first rose to national attention with the release of her debut EP Better Hold On in 2016, which earned widespread acclaim for its raw honesty and infectious energy.