Otis Namrell is a 21-year-old virtuoso blues/southern rock guitarist and singer/songwriter based in Melbourne, Australia.

Originally a Northern Rivers native, Namrell spent his teenage years fine tuning his incredibly unique approach to blues guitar by incorporating elements of jazz, swamp rock, country and psychedelic rock into his playing style.

Having made the move down to Melbourne a few years ago, Otis has been able to completely soak up the city’s incredible live music scene and jump on stages with several incredible bands and musicians who call the live music capital home, including Willie J & The Bad Books, 8 Ball Aitken, Million Johnny’s and Agnes Blue.

He’s been a stand-out artist across multiple Melbourne blues nights including the weekly Hume Blues Club, Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society (MBAS), the Elwood Blues Club and many more.

Reminiscent of a 60-year-old accomplished blues guitarist who has been playing all his life, Otis’ playing turns heads at every show and mesmerises crowds with the amount of feeling and energy that is poured into his singing, playing and on-stage improvisation.

With the swagger, musical know-how and on-stage energy, Otis Namrell is an artist that you don’t want to miss. Destined for the world’s largest blues festivals and stages, Otis is a guitarist you want to see before everyone else does.  

Isabella Fortuna is an indie/folk artist residing on wurundjeri land. Taking inspiration from spoken poetry, they explore themes of love, loss, childhood and queerness. Recently being joined by a four piece band, they portray a dynamic sound, contrasting introspection with grittiness.

aplegate is a 5-piece band based in Castlemaine and Naarm/Melbourne, drawing inspiration from psychedelic rock, jazz and the experimental jam band scene. Live performances manifest as a continual fluid set. Equally at home in a bush doof or a packed club, aplegate’s live improvisation, interwoven with melodic and moving arrangements, draws energy from the audience and leaves them wanting more.

Catching The Moth is a 4-piece band, formed in Naarm. There are many influences that bleed into their playing and songwriting, giving the band a range of sounds. Live shows often present as upbeat and energetic, though the band explores the softer side of serenading, expressing feelings through sombre melodies and gentle rhythms.