A group of young, energetic and ever-evolving musicians – known as Ampersand – have a debut song.
Ampersand is a funk and soul fusion band. They offer an innovative trio of keys, bass and drums, with two spectacular lead vocalists.
Produced and recorded at Yama-Nui Recording Studio, Kiels Mountain, “Originality” is out on January 25.
To celebrate they will perform a free launch show at Solbar on January 28, with guest Harriet Wensley.
It’s been a series of non-stop success for this retro-pop outfit. This year alone, they’ve already played at Caloundra Music Festival and Noosa Alive.
Built from scratch with nothing but their own varied skillsets, the group’s unshakeable support for each has seen them fearlessly rise to each new challenge.
Noosa residents are huge supporters of Ampersand
Keys player Jarrod Tutbury says locals have become a second family, and their continued encouragement is integral to their success.
He says the band has worked effortlessly together, improvising and conversing musically to create their own unique sound.
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The single was produced in response to demand from their supportive audience, Jarrod says.
Confident, outspoken and unapologetically direct, “Originality” is an ode to authenticity. In the music industry, this is of utmost importance when it comes to being credible.
“We were inspired by our experience with copycats. The song calls out those individuals who can’t seem to find that self-motivation and inspiration within themselves. And without resorting to imitating others,” he says.
The single was made possible by the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund. And provided through Regional Arts Australia, and administered by Flying Arts Alliance.
Co-written and arranged by the entire group, “Originality” features vocals, lyrics and melody by Katie Brown and Isi Semmler. Keyboards and chords are by Jarrod Tutbury, with bass by Jed Green, drums and percussion by Orlando Hamilton-Craig. And guitar is by guest artist Doc Hamilton.
Check them out here: https://www.ampersandbandnoosa.com/.
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