Tropical Totem Gallery

I Come In Peace,  is the title track from Ross Wilson's recent album.  Since its 2010 release, two of the video's cast have shot to stardom; guitarist/singer Laura Wilde who is rockin in the USA, and Ross's daughter, actress Olympia Valance, currently creating disturbances in Oz & the UK as the latest & hottest addition to the 2014 Neighbours cast, vivacious 'Paige Smith'.  ROSS WRITES IN HIS BLOG " November 2015 has somehow become the time when everything I've done seems to be converging. Solo gigs around Melbourne flow into a huge show for Mondo Rock Nov 7 (One Electric Day, Werribee Park) followed by a set with Daddy Cool at The Age/Music Victoria Awards Nov 19 as part of our induction into the Music Victoria Hall Of Fame.   There is also the Warner Music release of a double CD '(When The Sun Sets Over) Carlton' featuring lots of music I either produced, published or performed in the exploding Melbourne music scene of the early to mid 70

I Come In Peace,  is the title track from Ross Wilson's recent album.  Since its 2010 release, two of the video's cast have shot to stardom; guitarist/singer Laura Wilde who is rockin in the USA, and Ross's daughter, actress Olympia Valance, currently creating disturbances in Oz & the UK as the latest & hottest addition to the 2014 Neighbours cast, vivacious 'Paige Smith'.  ROSS WRITES IN HIS BLOG " November 2015 has somehow become the time when everything I've done seems to be converging. Solo gigs around Melbourne flow into a huge show for Mondo Rock Nov 7 (One Electric Day, Werribee Park) followed by a set with Daddy Cool at The Age/Music Victoria Awards Nov 19 as part of our induction into the Music Victoria Hall Of Fame.   There is also the Warner Music release of a double CD '(When The Sun Sets Over) Carlton' featuring lots of music I either produced, published or performed in the exploding Melbourne music scene of

Judy Stone (born 1 January 1942) is an Australian pop and country singer from Sydney, who came to national prominence in the late 1950s through her regular TV appearances on the Australian pop music show Brian Henderson's Bandstand and her many hit records.  Major national hits were '4,003,221 Tears From Now' (1964), 'Born a Woman' (1966), '(Would you Lay With Me) in a Field of Stone' (1974), 'Mare Mare Mare' (1974), 'Hasta Manana' (1976) and 'Silver Wings & Golden Rings' (1976). In 1963, she recorded "It Takes a Lot (To Make Me Cry)" on which the Bee Gees (Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb) sing backup vocals, and the song was released as a single in July. Judy Stone was a pioneer of popular music and became the golden girl of television. A regular on Australian Bandstand with Brian Henderson and often appearing with Col Joye, Judy became a household name in the early sixties.Appearing on most television pop shows and

Judy Stone (born 1 January 1942) is an Australian pop and country singer from Sydney, who came to national prominence in the late 1950s through her regular TV appearances on the Australian pop music show Brian Henderson's Bandstand and her many hit records.  Major national hits were '4,003,221 Tears From Now' (1964), 'Born a Woman' (1966), '(Would you Lay With Me) in a Field of Stone' (1974), 'Mare Mare Mare' (1974), 'Hasta Manana' (1976) and 'Silver Wings & Golden Rings' (1976). In 1963, she recorded "It Takes a Lot (To Make Me Cry)" on which the Bee Gees (Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb) sing backup vocals, and the song was released as a single in July. Judy Stone was a pioneer of popular music and became the golden girl of television. A regular on Australian Bandstand with Brian Henderson and often appearing with Col Joye, Judy became a household name in the early sixties.Appearing on most television

Renée Geyer  is an Australian Music Legend, Her music spans four decades of award winning jazz, blues, and soul.  From Countdown royalty, through the pages of pop and reggae hits, to her days in L.A. working with Stevie Wonder, Sting, Joe Cocker and Chaka Kahn, and back with her return to Australia and homegrown projects with the likes of Paul Kelly -  Ren e has followed her musical dream through to its end and beyond. She performs with the grace of experience, the power of conviction and the musicality of vision. Renée Geyer is a singer, a songwriter, producer and author.  In true tradition we welcome back Renée Geyer to present her highly renowned concerts to end the year with  on Monday December 29 and Tuesday December 30. Book NOW . The Basement Sydney. To end of year with Renée Geyer's much loved Christmas concerts is the best way to usher in the new year. Though a "difficult woman" she knows better than most the meaning of "a man's world" and how to e

Renée Geyer  is an Australian Music Legend, Her music spans four decades of award winning jazz, blues, and soul.  From Countdown royalty, through the pages of pop and reggae hits, to her days in L.A. working with Stevie Wonder, Sting, Joe Cocker and Chaka Kahn, and back with her return to Australia and homegrown projects with the likes of Paul Kelly -  Ren e has followed her musical dream through to its end and beyond. She performs with the grace of experience, the power of conviction and the musicality of vision. Renée Geyer is a singer, a songwriter, producer and author.  In true tradition we welcome back Renée Geyer to present her highly renowned concerts to end the year with  on Monday December 29 and Tuesday December 30. Book NOW . The Basement Sydney. To end of year with Renée Geyer's much loved Christmas concerts is the best way to usher in the new year. Though a "difficult woman" she knows better than most the meaning of "a man's world&q

Jade Hurley  is a much sought after live performer and can be booked through   Westside Talent , In America, Jade Hurley was billed as a cross between Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard, and Liberace. Jerry Lee, because of his energetic piano antics like jumping all over his piano and kicking the keys with his feet (like Jerry Lee used to do but this Aussie rocker still does) ... Little Richard because just like Richard, (Jade Hurley always makes a great and controversial headline) ... and Liberace, because of his flamboyant and glittery sequin stage outfits combined with $250,000 worth of diamond, sapphire, and ruby jewellery … and the energy with every show many critics describe as “breathtaking” and wonder how he does it performing so many shows. In the "Flashback" segment from an episode of the 1970's Daryl Somers remake of "Bandstand", here's "Whole Lotta Shakin".  One respected American journalist wrote,“Every time you see this Aussie Jade Hu

Jade Hurley  is a much sought after live performer and can be booked through   Westside Talent , In America, Jade Hurley was billed as a cross between Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard, and Liberace. Jerry Lee, because of his energetic piano antics like jumping all over his piano and kicking the keys with his feet (like Jerry Lee used to do but this Aussie rocker still does) ... Little Richard because just like Richard, (Jade Hurley always makes a great and controversial headline) ... and Liberace, because of his flamboyant and glittery sequin stage outfits combined with $250,000 worth of diamond, sapphire, and ruby jewellery … and the energy with every show many critics describe as “breathtaking” and wonder how he does it performing so many shows. In the "Flashback" segment from an episode of the 1970's Daryl Somers remake of "Bandstand", here's "Whole Lotta Shakin".  One respected American journalist wrote,“Every time y

"I'm the voice of David Jones!"   Tina Arena, whose smooth vocals and endearing persona has carried her to great success here and overseas for so many years, has put her voice to DJ's TV campaign this season.  David Jones' roots remain firmly planted in Australia. The store has enlisted Tina to record a special Christmas theme song this year which will spearhead the retailer's marketing strategy over the next two months and raise some serious funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. "Christmas time is all about the family coming together. Each year we do our best to be with our parents – we come together, the siblings and the grandchildren. Our traditions are simple … we cook, we eat and we always have a good laugh! Our French Christmases are usually spent at our home – lots of friends pop in during the day. It’s still about family and food, though the weather and the menu is different… The food is vast and rich … from oysters a la natural, chee

"I'm the voice of David Jones!"   Tina Arena, whose smooth vocals and endearing persona has carried her to great success here and overseas for so many years, has put her voice to DJ's TV campaign this season.  David Jones' roots remain firmly planted in Australia. The store has enlisted Tina to record a special Christmas theme song this year which will spearhead the retailer's marketing strategy over the next two months and raise some serious funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. "Christmas time is all about the family coming together. Each year we do our best to be with our parents – we come together, the siblings and the grandchildren. Our traditions are simple … we cook, we eat and we always have a good laugh! Our French Christmases are usually spent at our home – lots of friends pop in during the day. It’s still about family and food, though the weather and the menu is different… The food is vast and rich … from oysters a la natur

Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows have become to be one of Australia's most successful touring bands. They have played all round Australia and all over the world. In 1990 The Sorrows won the ARIA Award for Best Band. The Black Sorrows albums Hold On To Me (1988), Harley and Rose (1990) and their greatest hits compilation The Chosen Ones (1993) each amassed triple platinum sales with the bands other releases collecting gold and platinum sales.  Don't miss the chance to see The Sorrows live at Lizotte's, Dee Why on Saturday 20 December, and Lizotte's Newcastle on Sunday 21 December, 2014. Their brand new CD Certified Blue is was released in April this year so  Bluesfest was be among the first to hear it rock LIVE!   The irrepressible Joe Camilleri, leads The Black Sorrows from the front. Whether it be leading one of his band incarnations - Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons, The Black Sorrows, Joe Camilleri, is one of the most committed and successful musicians this country