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Waterview Winter Music Festival brings together a diverse program of live music and cultural performances across three days at Baffle Creek Retreat.

From high-energy rock and blues to multicultural dance and world music, the festival celebrates artists who bring people together through rhythm, storytelling, and performance in a relaxed riverside setting.

More artists will be announced as the festival approaches.

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Friday – Battle of the Bands & Open Mic

Friday night kicks off the festival with our Battle of the Bands and Open Mic, showcasing emerging and regional talent in a relaxed and supportive festival atmosphere.

The Battle of the Bands will feature bands performing live in front of the festival audience and judges, with the winning act earning a featured performance slot during the weekend festival program.

This is a great opportunity for rising artists to perform in front of a live crowd and be part of the Waterview Winter Music Festival experience.

Bands wishing to compete in the Battle of the Bands must apply in advance through the Battle of the Bands application form.

Alongside the competition, we’ll also host a festival Open Mic, giving solo performers, duos, and musicians the chance to jump up and play. Open Mic performers can simply add their name to the sign-up board on the day and take part in the evening’s program.

Both the Battle of the Bands and Open Mic help create a lively and welcoming start to the festival weekend.

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Saturday – Main Festival Performances

Saturday is the main music day of the festival, featuring a lineup of well-loved rock and blues artists performing throughout the day and evening.

These artists are known for their powerful live performances, strong musicianship, and the ability to connect with audiences who love authentic blues, rock, and roots music.

8 Ball Aitken

8 Ball Aitken has toured the world performing his blues, soul, swamp-rock and groovy slide-guitar across twenty countries to date. He has built a loyal fanbase through his dynamic live performances and widely viewed online videos, while continuing to develop his craft as a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer.

Mason Rack Band

The Mason Rack Band delivers a bold mix of gritty blues, thumping rock, and dark ballads driven by slide guitar, raspy vocals, and powerful percussion. Their live shows are energetic, measured, and known for creating a deep emotional connection with the crowd.

Matty Rogers Band

The Matty Rogers Band, a dynamic musical experience of Americana blues-rock drenched in soul, is the ultimate rocking quartet known for their strong chemistry and infectious stage presence, delivering powerful performances that connect deeply with audiences.

Slowhand Sultans

Eric Clapton and Mark Knopfler are giants in the world or music.
The days are long gone when you can see Eric or Mark in an anything smaller than overseas arenas – but you can still experience the thrill of their music right here in Australia with the
Slowhand Sultans Show.

Ben Barker

Ben Barker is a guitar and Didgeridoo player combining them simultaneously to create something truly beautiful. From his Biripi/Dunghutti heritage combined with his Australian Irish heritage Ben creates something original, soulful and a unique experience for any event.

More artists will be announced soon.

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Sunday – Multicultural Performances

Sunday closes the festival with a relaxed afternoon of multicultural and First Nations music, dance, and cultural performances, celebrating diversity, culture, and community.

Presented in partnership with FESTURI – A Multicultural Celebration Inc, the Sunday program highlights global cultures and First Nations traditions through live performances, traditional dance, and interactive cultural experiences.

The program will include performances such as:

• First Nations cultural presentations and dance
• African dance and drumming
• Caribbean music and rhythms
• Latin dance performances
• Cultural dance showcases
• Acoustic world music performances

African Drum Circle Workshop

A community African Drum Circle Workshop will also take place on Sunday. This interactive session is free to attend as part of the festival, with both adult and children-sized drums available so everyone can participate.

Sunday offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere where audiences can experience the richness of different cultures through music, rhythm, and movement before the festival wraps up for the weekend.