30 September 2005

Not much news this weekend because all eyes are on The Mildura Festival.

For Independent artists Mildura is possibly more important than Tamworth, plus it is a better option I think for country music enthusiasts.

Firstly most of the events during the 10 days are free and there are so many great ‘Indie’ artists to choose from. Secondly the Independent awards are more important to country music artists competing against the established artists and record company’s.

Festival organiser John Arnold is dedicated to fitting as many Independents into venues throughout Mildura that he can.

As this edition of Capers is posted the big question on every one’s lips is , who are the winners going to be. The list of final nominations is wide and varied and not quite as stereotyped as Tamworth’s Golden Guitars.

Good Luck once again to all of Australia’s great Independent artists.

Our good wishes also go out to all the entrants in Queensland’s Champion of Champions competition which will be staged at Kedron Wavell Services Club, Brisbane on the weekend of November 12 & 13.