Rock For The Reef Fundraiser Announces Details

The first Rock For The Reef fundraiser has announced the roster of acts that will form its impressive line-up when it hits the Brisbane Powerhouse on Saturday, November 1, led by ubiquitous troubadour Ash Grunwald, stalwart indie outfit Deep Sea Arcade and seasoned rockers The Medics, among several others.

The event, which is organised by Green Music Australia in conjunction with the Australian Marine Conservation Society and Australian Youth Climate Coalition, is designed to raise awareness and funds for conservation of the Great Barrier Reef.

“If we're going to really protect the wonder that is the Great Barrier Reef, we’re going to have to open our hearts and minds to different ways of doing things,” Green Music Australia founder Tim Hollo said in a statement. “And nothing opens hearts and minds better than music. I am so inspired by the commitment of all these great artists who are giving their time to this event, and I have no doubt audiences will be too.”

Further filling out the bill will be revered vets Resin Dogs, ascendant howler Steve Smyth, the venerated Reg Mombassa (who provided the event’s logo) and Dog Trumpet, Canberran contemporaries Fox And Fowl, West Australian electro-swing luminaries Formidable Vegetable Sound System, the aptly named Bandito Folk, acoustic roots/hip-hop/reggae mastermind The Lyrical, graceful songstress Jac Stone, fellow acclaimed Queenslander Sahara Beck and flame-haired chanteuse Alesa Lajana taking the grand total of acts on offer for the day of education and entertainment up to thirteen, with sonic flavours on tap for everyone, no matter their taste.

Rock For The Reef runs all day on November 1 at the Powerhouse, taking in two large spaces and boasting performances, speeches and campaign stalls. The first act will kick off at 2pm, with stumps called by 11pm. Ticket proceeds will be split between Green Music Australia, AMCS and AYCC, and will go directly into campaigns to sustain the protection and maintenance of the Great Barrier Reef.

For more information about Rock For The Reef, see the Gig Guide or check The Music App.