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The Gum Ball Announce Program For This Month's Event

Staff Writer

Here's your chance to pencil out your schedule

Gum Ball Music And Arts Festival has released its program today, with Dan Sultan and indigenous electro-funk group OKA topping the bill for the festival's opening night on Friday, 22 April.

Some of Australia's best established and emerging musicians will also be sharing the stage that day, such as Polish Club, The Belligerents, Sex on Toast, as well as 10-piece soul chiefs The Cactus Channel.

Continuing the groove on Saturday will be budding young MC Citizen Kay, William Crighton, Bullhorn (plus many more) and closing will be none other than one of Australia's most iconic rock groups, You Am I. 

Held over three days in the heart of the Hunter Valley, the predominantly roots festival broke its ten year mark last year and plans to celebrate with over 30 diverse local and national acts.

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The No Sleep Silent Disco will keep vibes ticking long after the music has stopped, while yoga sessions in the morning and various gourmet food and drink will ensure your soul is sufficiently soothed.