Anna Tirotta
- ASC 2008 Song Contest Grand Winner
"Let Them Cry"
- Category Winner (Blues/Roots/Folk)
"Let Them Cry"
- Joint Category Winner (Adult Contemporary)
"The Perfect Getaway"
About Anna
My love for song writing began in early high school. We were lucky enough to have a music room decked out with a P.A system and musical instruments. Pretty soon I formed my own band and we were able to perform my original tunes at our school discos! I then started singing professionally since 1985 and have performed in a range of roles varying from acoustic solos to leading my own original band. I’ve also worked extensively on the Melbourne club/pub circuit with various cover bands over many years. In 1997 I released my independent self composed, self titled cd which was produced by Brian Canham.
Live supports that I’ve done over the years include Doug Parkinson, Stevie Wright, The Badloves, Cotton Burns and Morris.
As far as song writing goes I tend to write in the Country/Folk/Blues genre and love to draw on life experiences when writing.
Website: www.myspace.com/annatirotta
Howard Shearman
- Joint Category Winner (Adult Contemporary)
"You're Not Welcome"
About Howard
Howard has been singing for a little over two years now and has had extensive experience in a young rock band as lead
vocals, acoustic guitar and songwriter. Howard is now following a solo career and has quite a few originals up his sleeve.
His style of music involves slow and meaningful ballads. Although Young, he writes from life experiences.
Website: www.myspace.com/howiewee
Russell Vitnell
- Category Winner (Rock)
"Common Ground"
- Joint Category Winner (Adult Contemporary)
"It's Time To Go"
- Category Winner (Jazz/World/Spoken Word)
"You Belong In These Arms"
About Russell
With more than 25 years experience playing to international audiences to say Russell has well developed skills would be an understatement. After having held resident entertainer positions in a number of resorts and venues performing to international audiences Russell decided to go overseas and now has the experience of having performed in Europe and England.
Whilst ‘Resident Entertainer‘ at the Kings Canyon Resort, in the Northern Territory, Russell was part of a team that won an award from the Northern Territory Tourist Association. Having performed in venues from the Great Barrier Reef to the Red Centre and abroad to England Russell has developed a style and a repertoire to suit most venues and please most audiences.
Now living in Yamba NSW.
Email: rustydutchy@yahoo.com
Phone: 02 6646 9635 / 0422 954 115
Gary Burrett
- Joint Category Winner (Christian/Inspirational)
"Looking Down On You"
"My Special Star"
- Category Winner (Music Composition)
"Bindi's Wish"
About Gary
I have my own small accountancy practice that I operate from my home at Merewether, Newcastle NSW.
Around 2 1/2 years ago a sea change swept over me and I swapped my golf clubs for a guitar and keyboard and have now written around 60 songs.
As a hobby I find it relaxing and a great stress reliever.
My songs usually fall into the Folk/Country, Adult Contemporary, Musical Composition categories.
I will never write an epic novel, but I like to think that one day I will write that one song that I may always be remembered for.
Email: millenniumtwo@bigpond.com
Alice Rossiter
- Category Winner (Country)
"See Jack Run"
About Alice
Soft and delicate one minute, strong and vibrant the next, Alice Rossiter is a Sydney based singer and songwriter whose songs will demand your attention and leave you wanting more.
Website: www.alicerossiter.com
Lola Brinton
- Category Winner (Pop)
"A Little Bit Of Hush"
About Lola
I took up th joy of songwriting in October 2006 when I attended a Songwriting
workshop with Allan Caswell. My days have since been filled with lyrics and melodies. The Australian Songwriter's Conference has taken me to the next level with sessions led by the "Industry's Greats' and I hope the success I have experienced so far will now just be the beginning for me.
Semi finalist in Professional Songwriting Category Tamworth January 2008
Winner Katherine Muster National songwriting contest Professional unreleased May 2008 and Winner Pop Category Australian Songwriter's Conference June 2008
I'm not a performer and all my songs are to go. Love to try co-writing.
Website: www.myspace.com/lolabrintonsongwriter
Tel: +612 43695636
Donna Jordee
- Category Winner (R&B/Urban)
"Little Bit More"
About Donna:
A young female singer/ songwriter/ dancer who is based in Sydney, Australia. Donna has grown up in the entertainment industry - performing, recording and writing. Donna is also the principal of a Sydney based singing school, established in 2002. Apart from her own school, Donna also teaches many styles of dance (hip hop, lyrical, ballet, jazz) and drama at many schools. Donna's debut Australian single is due to be released in 2008.
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