Newcastle, Bluegrass / Country band Good Corn Liquor have made the semi-finals of the Bluesfest Busking Competition and will be playing at the Beach Hotel Byron Bay on Tuesday, the 15th of April, competing for a chance to play on the Apra stage at the Bluesfest.
The Bluesfest Busking Competition is a much sought-after competition and is designed specifically to give unsigned artists an opportunity, providing a key stepping stone for their career. Some of the past winners include the likes of Kim Churchill and Marshal O’Kell.
Good Corn Liquor is a popular and well-known band around Newcastle’s Pubs and Clubs. Apart from being dam fine musicians, these foot-stomping, beer-swilling, good time country boys are always great fun to watch. Good Corn Liquor is Stu McKenzie (Vocals, Harmonica & Kazoo), Ben McCauley (Banjo, Guitar, Dobro, Jaw harp & Vocals), Ben Murphy (Guitar, Mandolin, percussion & Vocals) and Nicholas Wright (Bass Guitar & Vocals).
We’ll be there cheering the boys and all the other contestants on. There is sure to be a beer or two with the boys after the show so if you’re in Byron, come along to the Beach Hotel and enjoy the show.
Congratulations and well done to Good Corn Liquor and all the other semi-finalists.
Story and Photos Craig Wilson, Swamp House Photography.
