Curryfest 2012 will again deliver with an amazing wide range of Multicultural performers. Below is a taste of who will be performing in 2012, with more acts to be added.

The Strides
This dynamic ten-piece brings some of Sydney's best new talent in Afrobeat, Reggae, jazz and hip-hop joining forces and collaborating together to deliver a captivating Urban Roots release. 

With a calling card of powerfully melodic horns, infectious bass lines, and the easy musings of Reggae master Ras Roni, from Barbados via London, and Fijian MC LTL Gzeus (Little Jesus), The Strides faithfully channel the sounds of Bob and Damien Marley, Fela Kuti, Tony Allen, Barrington Levy and Mos Def. 

With the release of their self-titled debut album in 2009, The Strides have taken their magnetic stage presence, dubbed out beats, and hypnotic rhythms to the Bellingen Global Carnival, the 2010 Darling Harbour Jazz & Blues Festival and Peats Ridge where they have established themselves as festival favourites.

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Punjabi Groove Masters
The Punjabi Groove Masters (PGM) have been entertaining Sydney siders with their unique DJ style for the past nine years. They began their roadshow at the turn of the century, when Sydney was in need of a new sound and style to the DJ scene. The dynamic crew is made up of Jimmy as the lead DJ, Indy as MC/ technical and back up DJ. 

The crew have gained vast experience in the last nine years, playing and being a part of major events in Sydney.

PGM's biggest highlight was being the promoters for the B21, Balwinder Safri and Silinder Pardesi concert in 2004. This concert had over 1700 people attend in Sydney. Other events PGM have DJ'd at included: Bally Sagoo, RDB, Tigerstyle, H Dhami, Dr Zeus, Stereo Nation, Dj Suketu, Juggy D, Raghav shows, as well as participating in the regular Bhangra and Bollywood nights in Sydney/Melbourne.

Punjabi Groove Masters has encouraged the spread of the Punjabi culture to local Punjabi youth by participating in Annual Sikh Games of 2007 in Sydney and 2009 Coffs Harbour. At both events PGM where chosen to host the Dinner and Dance functions. Also PGM have hosted the 2010 annual Curry Fest in Woolgoolga again promoting Punjabi Culture and Music. 

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Big ol Bus Band
The Big Ol Bus Band is on a grand roots based musical odyssey that will see them make their way to the far corners of Australia. With double bass occy strapped to the roof and four horns in the back seat, the ten musicians make for a rollicking musical ride with their highly infectious performance of swing and new orleans inspired original songs.

Band leader Hughie has worn out numerous pairs of boots on the backroads between Broken Hill, Sydney and Nashville – where the Big Ol Bus Band first struck up and rolled in the U.S. This Australian chapter of the band carries performers with their own credentials, including credits with Keith Urban, Lou Rawls, Smokey Robinson, INXS, Human Nature, Doobie Brothers, Jimmy Barnes, James Morrison and more.

The band of up to 10 musicians play a romped up mix of both original and retro swing / new orleans inspired tunes. Sometimes jumping on board with them is Queen of Australian swing and burlesque dance Kelly Ann Doll, and her partner. A 57 seater vintage 'big ol bus' gets the band around - it was a purchase of love and of transport logistics.

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Skipping Girl Vinegar
In amongst the madness and fervor that has been the last four years, Melbournian five-piece Skipping Girl Vinegar have become one of Australia’s most talked about bands. Comprising of brother/sister duo Mark and Sare Lang and their respective childhood friends Chris Helm, Amanthi Lynch & Kelly Lane, their debut single One Chance was the Australian iTunes ’single of the week’, added to high-rotation on Triple J and championed by major alternative and ABC radio nationwide. 
 
The animated clip for ‘One Chance’ also received critical acclaim with Rage featuring it as their first ever ‘indie clip of the week’ and JTV featuring it as their “new clip of the week” before it then charted in their Top 20. They were highlighted in Triple J’s Oz Music month as a ‘next crop’ artist. 

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Sahaj Sangeet
We are a group of musicians from various backgrounds and cultures known collectively as Sahaj Sangeet (pronounced Sa-Haaj San-Geet) meaning spontaneous music. 
We perform a selection of North Indian classical (instrumental), devotional (vocal) and folk music using traditional and non-traditional instruments including Sitar, Tabla, Harmonium, Guitar, Dholak, Djembe, Chimta, Manjira and tambourine.

Our repertoire ranges from meditative and devotional to high energy numbers which attract audience participation i.e. dancing. We have performed at Fete de la Musique in Brisbane, The Logan Entertainment Centre, Redcliffe Cultural Centre, Indian Bazaar Brisbane, Australia Day Caloundra, Ipswich Festival, Townsville Culture Festival and many more.

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Motion Poets Art
Motion Poets Art is a Hip Hop Rock Funk Slam poet action where live dance and live music meet to make the perfect crowd pleaser. We produce double the power for the perfect show.

Motion Poet Art is a new generation performance format made up of nationally renowned dancers seen through major festivals, theatre, movies and popular TV shows. The same artists that are playing the instruments are the dancers.

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Juzzie Smith
Juzzie was the crowd favourite at Curryfest 2011, it would have been wrong not to get him back

Juzzie Smith’s music has the feeling of freedom pulsing from within it. As you listen you feel the joy and playfulness that makes Juzzie so loved by people of all ages and from all walks of life. Using a combination of keyboard, guitars, harmonica and percussion (all played with mind-blowing mastery by Juzzie) his unique music embraces elements of the blues, folk, groove and roots. 

But above all its feel-good.

Taking Time Out is the most honest album you will ever come across. As Juzzie grows so does his music in a beautiful way. The album marks the journey of this virtuoso music man’s quest to find integrity, love and balance in his art and life. As a young father and tired of smoke-filled late nights on the pub circuit Juzzie made a conscious decision to take his music to the people and the streets, by busking mostly at local markets on NSW north coast. Each time he played, the crowds got bigger. He has gone on to become a true grassroots phenomenon, selling thousands of CDs, and is now a festival circuit favourite, loved for his energetic and awe-inspiring live performances.

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Driftwood Allies
Set adrift upon the seas of time, we all search for allies... 

Whether you’re trudging your way through the jungle or droppin’ in to a 6ft bomb, solidarity of the people is where it’s at! Come join the journey as Driftwood Allies deliver some sweet uniting beats and positive vibes all round. Drawing inspiration from the local area this Trio seek to capture the STOKE!

With a unique brand of Funk, Rock and Reggae, Driftwood Allies bring an action packed set of original songs to shake your booty to. The driving bass, thumpin’ drums and bouncing rhythms woven together with some punchy lyrics will have you up and Skankin’. 

Founding members Josh Cansdell (drums), Ashley Gibb (bass), and Kahlil Louie Messer (guitar and vocals), have skilfully crafted a dynamic performance that floats between crunching rock, grimy funk and upbeat Ska. Driftwood Allies draw influence from such bands as The Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Katchafire, National Pornographic and Rage Against The Machine.

Originating from the mid north coast of NSW this eclectic group speak of surfing, coastal living and good times with a little social commentary. A message to be heard. 

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