By Hollie Harris
ONCE a fringe genre of music, rockabilly has now burst onto the mainstream music stage – making high-energy, creative lyricists and sassy artists Twang a must-see at Tewantin this Friday night.
When Twang first found their way into the spotlight, audiences were swept off their feet.
Now with a more experience under their belt Twang is determined to knock you over and leave you begging for more.
Tim Collett on slap bass and vocals is the founding and ongoing member of iconic Australian rockabilly act ‘The Convertibles’.
His long association with the rockabilly genre has forged a rhythmic, percussive, solid, titillating slap bass style and has been a mentor to many upcoming enthusiasts.
Dean Kendal on drums and vocals, who was a founding member of another iconic Queensland rockabilly act ’The Shakin Quavers’ is a wild man on the skins and says the rockabilly feel is as natural to him as breathing.
Multi-award-winning country music performer Maree Gwynne, who shared honours with the likes of Keith Urban, has one big voice and her performance channels memories of rockabilly queens like Wanda Jackson and Janice Martin.
Last but not least on lead guitar and vocals, Dan Fargo is an in-demand performer and his vocal and picking skills are much acclaimed.
His past stints with roots blues, rock and country acts has helped Dan reinforce and develop his own unique rockabilly guitar style and hone his crisp and growling vocals.
Catch Twang perform live at the Tewantin Noosa RSL, on Friday 28 October, at 8pm. Entry is free so make sure you get in early to grab a good spot.
