Darren Cross

The reclusive cult-like instrumentalists - Hungry Ghosts, are like rare birds from a bygone era. Their two founding members - J.P. Shilo & T.J. Howden will be appearing in an exclusive duo mode, previewing new works as well as selections from Shilo's "Invisible You" LP and his various collaborations. Since the late-90s, J.P. Shilo has proved a cult figure of the Australian contemporary music world, lending his skills to creating the “sound” of numerous luminaries’ albums including Adalita’s award-winning debut solo album, The Blackeyed Susans Close Your Eyes and See, and six of Mick Harvey’s albums including the latest batch of Serge Gainsbourg interpretations. In one year, he supported acts as diverse as Leonard Cohen, Daft Punk & Blondie. Whether it be through Hungry Ghosts; his work with Rowland S. Howard, Mick Harvey, Adalita, The Triffids and The Blackeyed Susans; his film score work; or his eponymous solo project which explores a rich, instrument-thick sound, J.P. Shilo creates heart-stopping music without a clear genre. Fragile in its minimalist beauty, yet able to suddenly burst open with stabbing intensity. He first appeared in the late 90s with his instrumental outfit Hungry Ghosts. Quickly capturing the attention of the late Rowland S. Howard who produced their first LP, they soon found themselves invited to the Sonic Youth studios in New York City to record a follow up album entitled Alone, Alone, which one reviewer described as “…blessed with the ability to utter a million words with a single instrumental phrase and to turn a melancholy passage into a triumphant climax.” Working alongside Mick Harvey on the critically acclaimed Rowland S. Howard LP, Pop Crimes, JP’s unique approach and techniques added a new dimension to Howard’s songs, furthering his reputation as a highly sensitive and sought-after musician. Take a listen to some of J.P. Shilo below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS1kxlpfMZg And some Hungry Ghosts below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndT8MulzvO8 Support comes from Sydney based storyteller and ecstatic/primitive guitar explorer, D.C. Cross (Gerling) - showcasing his latest LP "Wizrad". Take a listen to some of D.C. Cross below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVQ3zjh60aw&t=54s Darren "D.C" Cross is an Australian guitarist and storyteller. Cross’ music is inspired by the 1960’s and 1970’s mainstays of American and British acoustic guitar (John Fahey, Roy Harper, Leo Kottke, Elizabeth Cotton, Nick Drake, Bert Jansch) but he is consciously forging his own musical identity within an Australian landscape. Cross has been creating music for the last 25 years, from Gerling to Jep and Dep, and has written songs with Kool Keith, Kylie Minogue. He played shows with artists ranging from Beastie Boys, Beck, and Happy Monday to Johnny Marr, Courtney Barnett, Ryley Walker, Smog, Will Oldham to recently Ed Kuepper and Jim White, Mess-esque, Marissa Anderson, Lost Ragas and the Apartments. Cross is fiercely independent, totally devoted, loves telling a story and is always threatening to conquer up something magical with the guitar. Shows in 2023: I supported Ed Kuepper at the Blue Mountains Theatre and City Recital Hall. Supported Xylouris White (Jim White from Dirty 3 other band) in Canberra and Wollongong Theatres. Supported Ed Kupper with JIm White in Murwillumbah, Coffs Harbour, Brisbane, Great Club, Cronulla, Brunswick Ballroom. I performed at the Art Gallery of N.S.W - Volumes Festival as part of the strings component - a 45 minutes unique improved piece with solo acoustic guitar. Also recently played at my own sold show at Peoples Republic here in Camperdown. Also toured and played my own shows in Blackheath, Katoomba, Wagga Wagga, Nowra, Newcastle, Newcastle Writers Festival, Marrickville, Beechworth, Thirroul, Lithgow, Canberra, Petersham, Springwood, Old Bar, Broadway, Archies Creek, Merri Creek and Camperdown. Brumby Revisted https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtXuoBhAAJM The Regicide Of Daniel Ek Made No Sound. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5J4lTeK_dY Cootamundra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVQ3zjh60aw Lithgow Pink Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2LEnOS4AxQ YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/darrencrossband Lots of live reels on my insta https://www.instagram.com/darrencrossmusic Doors open at 7:30pm and tickets can be purchased below: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1207516 See you there :)