A double compilation album combining the talents of local established artists and well-known names alongside 16 talented up and coming singers, songwriters and musicians is now available for sale.
The featured singers won their place on The Coast Sessions album during the competition phase of the project conducted by Innov8Central Music.
The fi rst CD in the compilation features an array of local Aussie icons including Natalie Imbruglia, Air Supply, Alex Lloyd, Liam Burrows, Adam Harvey and Billy Field.
The album is the culmination of an extensive project which included a competition phase which saw more than 150 hopefuls enter for a chance to win one of 16 coveted places on the fi nal album.
Innov8Central Music then partnered with some of Australia’s most recognised names in the music industry to create a double album that recognises the talent and musical skill within the region.
Innov8Central Music chairman Mr David Bacon said: “We are thrilled to see The Coast Sessions on shelves and are excited to have created an album showcasing the local talent we have here, or that has come from the Coast.”
“The album release ties together the hard work of all involved on the project. “It is a celebration of our renowned local talent and offers a platform to launch our next crop of local artists’ music careers.
“The album, which was offi cially launched on Saturday, July 12, at Lizotte’s, went off with a bang.
“With 11 of the 16 up and coming artists who won a spot to feature on the album performing, it was truly amazing to see and hear the variety and depth of talent of the artists appearing on the album.
“Those in attendance on Saturday night were also the fi rst people in Australia to get their hands on a copy of The Coast Sessions and we anticipate that the success of the evening is just the start – as locals get behind the project by purchasing their own copy and showing their support for our musicians and artists on the Coast.
“Given The Coast Sessions initiative is all about cultivating and supporting original music in our region, it was humbling to see the enthusiastic welcome the artists received at the launch as they took to the stage.
“It really was a fabulous night of amazing music, great company and food,” said Mr Bacon. Innov8Central Music’s principle aim is to develop a more formal industry model to create economic and cultural opportunities on the Coast for the music industry and emerging musical talent.
Innov8Central Music operates under the governance structures of Innov8Central, a Commonwealth Government initiative, to foster innovation across the Central Coast region.
All production elements for the album were carried out on the Central Coast, from engaging the talent of producers and graphic designer’s right through to the fi nal pressing and promotion of the album.
Media release, 29 Jul 2014
Katey Small,
Brilliant Logic