The SoundLounge

Tijuana Cartel

If Carlos Santana had been hanging out in Iraq for the last 10 years then he would have to sound something like the Gold Coast’s own Tijuana Cartel. Their performances are a concoction of multi-layered grooves, splashes of Middle Eastern vocals, lilting Moby-esque soundscapes, Flamenco and slide guitar, trumpet, Electronic world beats and live Latin Cuban Percussion. A fusion of world music and phat electronic beats. Their musical energy & unrestrained delivery is thrilling audiences wherever they perform. Their tunes meander their way across the bumpiest musical terrain, a rhythmic body moved with stately deliberation creating inspiring & infectious rhythms that you just cannot help but dance to. It is a live show not to miss.

“Tijuana were the hit of the festival - no-one knew what to expect and everyone was blown away.” Phoebe Corke Earth Dance Promoter WA

Mick McCombe

Presenting a unique fusion of funk, rock, folk, blues and roots, the Mick McCombe Band creates a vibration of good will and happiness. This high energy trio spreads the love with funky rhythms, soulful slide and heartfelt lyrics. You never know which of Mick’s many guitars will be chosen to bust a groove but you can always be sure something gold will be delivered. Jordan Gilmour’s fresh beats make the songs thrive and Michelle clifford's funky bass riffs tie the rhythm and melody together beautifully, rounding off a performance that induces a euphoric state of being every time.