Performers
These were the performers of SURRENDER:11. Expect people of the same calibre at SURRENDER:12.
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| Steve Bevis Public speaker, singer/songwriter and filmmaker, Steve is passionate about helping Australians make a practical and biblically-based connection with the poor and marginalised. He is a long-term supporter of Indigenous ministries and is also involved in the support of people living with mental health issues in our communities. Steve is currently completing a PhD at the University of Sydney in theology, ethnography and development with a focus on the transnational role of faith-based NGOs in poverty reduction |
Vox Congo Vox Congo draws on the rich traditions of modern and folk music from across Congo, Central Africa. Playing soukous, zouk, rumba, gospel, reggae, aguaya and pende folk rhythms and more, this 5 piece band injects energy and joy into their sweet harmonies and irresistible rhythms. Beginning in their home town Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Vox Congo were sponsored to come to Australia in 2002 and have been delighting Australian audiences since. They have just finished recording their debut album, ..Kinanga.. (meaning good news), a collection of gospel songs which draws from the many traditions of their country. |
Cross Flow Crossflow is a group of committed Christians from Fingal Head who have a vision to:Deliver and promote a consistent example of a relationship with Jesus, by way of fellowship, outreach, and life style evangelism, with a strong emphasis on relevant & culturally diverse praise & worship.Cross Flow has a heart to reach the lost, and bring healing and reconciliation to their community and to develop leaders with a passion to build God’s Kingdom. |
The Hacketts The Hacketts are a seriously funky rock outfit made up of an amazing crew — The Hacketts is a creative expression of people with a disability who use music, video and performance to champion their equal participation in society – in a seriously funky style! |
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| Josh Spier A musician with a background in community development, Josh is passionate about sharing stories of God’s transformative work from around the world, and exploring Jesus-inspired ways that we can contribute in our everyday lives. Josh launched his first solo album ‘Humming softly on this circle‘ in May 2002. That year, Josh was a runner-up in the SA Triple J Unearthed competition with his song ‘Ben’. Josh’s second album ‘Suspended between radiance and darkness’ was launched in 2005. Josh has played the Adelaide Cabaret Festival 2006 & 2008, the Adelaide Fringe Festival and has headlined most venues in Adelaide. In 2010, Josh released his concept album ‘Laurel Road’, which is “relaxing, romantic and calming” (Editor, Adelaide Hills Magazine). |
Soul Survivor Band Friday Night at SURRENDER:11 is shaping up to be a great combination of fun, prayer, word and action with our mates from Soul Survivor helping us worship in an authentic way. Visit the Soul Survivor website to find out more. There will be a great opportunity to follow up your SURRENDER Youth Night experience at Soul Survivor Festival: Big Love, April 13-17 2011. |
Cam Semmens Cameron is both poet – having published many books and CDs of his poetry – and performer – he brings his unique brand of entertainment and insight to people around Australia. He makes his living through words running workshops, performing and selling his books. He lives in Melbourne with his wife Sonya, who is also a writer, and his baby son Spencer who can’t write a word. Make sure you get a copy of Cam’s latest book ’23 Versions of Psalm 23’ |
Jesse Mitchell Borrowing inspiration from folk, soul, roots and reggae Jesse Mitchell’s style is elegant and comfy. Whether performing solo, with the band or accompanied by the cello, flute or djembé, it’s always a memorable and heart-warming show. Jesse Mitchell released his debut EP ‘The Twilight’ in June 2006. After venturing through Latin America, he returned to Melbourne in 2007 singing tender tales of love, longing, pristine shores, and foreign cultures. |
| Emily Hanscamp Emily Hanscamp is a passionate performer who enjoys expressing herself through music and writing songs. She loves people, nature, social causes and chai tea. Issues of identity, social justice and consumerism abound in her songs. But she is not a preacher; she provokes thought and encourages positive responses to global concerns. |
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