Artists A-Z

The WOMADelaide 2010 program brochure will be distributed throughout Australia in December and January, to view the online version CLICK HERE and to view the schedule CLICK HERE.

To view the full schedule including playing times CLICK HERE.
All times correct as at 18 February 2010.

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Amal Murkus (Palestine/Israel)

Murkas melds pop elements with Palestinian folklore and traditional Arabic heritage. More

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Angus Watt (UK)

The creator of thousands of decorative silk flags. More

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The Armada (Canada/Australia/Ireland)

Jeff Martin (Tea Party) formed this trio resulting in exotic blends of rock. More

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Arrebato Ensemble (Australia)

Exotic original music forged in the fire of contemporary flamenco. More

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Babylon Circus (France)

This 10-piece big band have big-top energy and provide a compelling spectacle. More

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The Bamboos (Australia)

Masters of deep funk and super-heavy soul. More

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Barking Spider Visual Theatre 'Biscuit Readings' (Australia)

Are you more of a Tim Tam than a BBQ Shape? More

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Besh o droM (Hungary)

This is the essential, feisty sound of gypsy fusion. More

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Calexico (USA)

Exploring all manner of dusty low-fi and compelling sound noir experiments. More

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Dancing on Your Grave (UK)

A five-piece theatre troupe of the downdtrodden deceased. More

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Dean and Britta (USA)

Live soundtracks to 13 of Andy Warhol’s famous screen tests. More

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De Stijle, Want... 'Hek' (The Netherlands)

Transforming a fence into a fitness device, a musical instrument or even a shelter. More

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Djan Djan (Mali/India/Australia)

The union of Mamadou Diabate, Bobby Singh and Jeff Lang. More

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Dub Colossus (Ethiopia/UK)

A dub-influenced exploration of traditional Ethiopian styles and 1970s grooves. More

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Eliades Ochoa (Cuba)

A star of the Buena Vista Social Club, Ochoa delivers unforgettable performances. More

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Ethiopiques (Ethiopia/France)

One of the biggest stars of Ethiopia with a 10-piece band. More

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Frank Yamma (Australia)

Writing brutally honest songs crossing cultural and musical boundaries. More

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Fyah Walk (Australia)

One of the nation's most respected live reggae acts. More

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George Kamikawa and Noriko Tadano (Japan/Australia)

The marriage of country blues guitar and traditional Japanese roots music. More

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Gilles Peterson (UK)

Pioneering modern jazz, soul and hip hop. More

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Gochag Askarov (Azerbaijan)

Askarov, a singer of extraordinary ability is a figurehead of Azerbaijani mugham music. More

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Grrilla Step (Australia/Pacific)

The world’s first Krump band and incorporates Papua New Guinean log drumming. More

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Hypnotic Brass Ensemble (USA)

A new brassy style fusing the better parts of jazz, rock, reggae and hip hop. More

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Jane Siberry (Canada)

Striking original music and a hauntingly beautiful voice. More

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Kamel el Harrachi (Algeria/France)

Kamel explores the popular urban style, chaâbi. More

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Kathakali Dance Ensemble (India)

This dance-drama ensemble present excerpts from the epic Indian poem The Mahabharata. More

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Kungkarangkalpa in the Sky (Australia)

South Australian Indigenous artists showcase their work in an aerial exhibition. More

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La Compagnie Transe Express (France)

An innovative aerial show with characters balancing in the air! More

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LAFA and Artists Dance Company (Taiwan)

A young company changing the perception of dance it Taiwan. More

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Lepisto and Lehti (Finland)

The Finnish master musicians unite the double bass and accordian. More

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Los Amigos Invisibles (Venezuela)

Lively and infectious blend of Latin rhythms. More

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Mairtin O'Connor Trio (Ireland)

This trio use their instrumental powers to launch traditional Irish music into full flight. More

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Mama Kin (Australia)

Mama Kin conjures up a new strain of soulful rhythm and blues. More

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Mariem Hassan (Western Sahara)

Mariem Hassan is hailed as the true voice of the Western Sahara. More

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Monkey Puzzle Tree (Australia)

This quartet reaches for ethereal soundscapes and compositions that embrace worldly sounds. More

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Nickodemus (USA)

Embracing break beats and brisk grooves, a DJ not to be missed. More

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Nortec Collective presents: Bostich and Fussible (Mexico)

They have invented nortec – a fusion of norteño and hard techno dance beats. More

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Ojos de Brujo (Spain)

A heady fusion of street rumba with a hot flamenco heartbeat. More

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PopEyed (Australia)

Awe-inspiring 'strongman' routines leave audiences pop-eyed! More

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The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra (Australia)

Bringing contemporary African funk to Australian dancefloors. More

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Ravi Shankar and Anoushka Shankar (India)

This sitar master is the great popular icon of Indian music. More

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Ray Lee's 'Siren' (UK)

A futuristic electronic music installation. More

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Ross Daly and Ensemble (Greece)

Embracing Eastern and Western influence in the music of Crete. More

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Rotozaza's 'Etiquette' (UK)

Two people, a public space, headphones and 30 mins... More

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Shellie Morris (Australia)

An indigenous singer performing eathy and honest songs. More

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The Skatalites (Jamaica)

They lay the foundation for rocksteady, reggae, dub, dancehall and raga. More

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Slack Taxi 'Bouncers' (Australia)

Dynamic and acrobatic Bouncers tumble and head-spin through audiences. More

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Strange Fruit 'Ringing the Changes' (Australia)

Performers elevated on swaypoles creating musical theatre. More

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Three Men in a Tub (Australia)

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Tim Finn (New Zealand)

A pure tenor voice and canny songwriter. More

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Tutti Ensemble (Australia)

A 60-voice choir of Minda residents with intellectual disabilities. More

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Unified Gecko (Australia)

Turkish Romany Gypsy music influenced by the music of today. More

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Vorn Doolette (Australia)

A young songwriter of maturity, depth and creativity beyond his years. More

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VulgarGrad (Australia)

Embracing the old songs of Russian thieves, punk classics and contemporary ska. More

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Xavier Rudd and Izintaba (Australia)

Combining the raw edge of his rigorous guitar/vocal/didgeridoo and percussion workouts. More

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YAMATO, The Drummers of Japan (Japan)

Powerful troupe of Japanese drummers. More

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Young Wägilak Group (Australia)

A contemporary rendering of the Yolngu of Arnhem Land. More

 

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