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BIGSOUND 2016 Artist Focus: Leanne Tennant

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Hometown: Cairns/Brisbane

Give us a short description your music: Songs inspired by a nymphomaniac and named after a 1927 Blind Lemon Jefferson blues number. What's not to get excited about? 

What is the best thing that's happened to you/your band so far? Being featured in Rolling Stone, Sydney Morning Herald and Courier Mail. Supporting legends such as Cold Chisel. Scoring Double J Rotation. BIGSOUND! Releasing Red Wine, Late Nights...

Has the party side of the music industry been all you were hoping for so far in your career? Yes. I only write music so I can get free tequila.

What industry lessons would you like to take away from the BIGSOUND conference? All of them! BIGSOUND is inspiring. I can't wait to learn as much as possible.

What acts are you looking forward to checking out at the BIGSOUND showcase? Middle Kids, Flowertruck, Mel Parsons, William Crighton and Luke Peacock.

Why should people come and see you from amongst the many cool bands at BIGSOUND? If they come, they will find out.

When and where is your BIGSOUND showcase: 7 Sep, Empire Hotel.

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