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Mullum Music Festival Unveils Massive 2018 First Artist Announcement

“A good festival inspires creativity and helps turn a group of people into a community."

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Nigerian Tuareg guitarist and songwriter Bombino will headline the 11th instalment of Mullum Music Festival with his band this November, joined by other international heavyweights and local legends on the festival’s first artist announcement.

Going down once again in the NSW North Coast town of Mullumbimby, the 2018 event will take place from November 15 – 18, consuming halls, pubs, clubs and streets in the picturesque coastal town.

Here’s the first line-up announcement in full:

Bombino, Mad Professor, Jah9, Gordi, Osaka Monaurail, Kaiit, Jordie Lane, Saint Sister, Hat Fitz & Cara, The Turner Brown Band

“A good festival inspires creativity and helps turn a group of people into a community,” Festival Director Glenn Wright said.

“Mullumbimby now has a thriving arts and cultural community and we are very proud that over the last 11 years Mullum Music Festival has played a significant role in the town’s renaissance.

“We’re really excited about this year’s program and can’t wait to share it with our local community and the many music lovers who make an annual pilgrimage from all over the world and Australia to be with us.”

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That’s just the beginning, with organisers promising more than 80 acts still to be announced.

Head over to the festival’s website for more info and early bird tickets.