Ending months of speculation on internet forums, Easterfest organiser Isaac Moody announced today that Australian Idol finalist, Matt Corby has been confirmed as the Easterfest 08 mystery artist.

Matt, who came second on the recent reality TV show won a huge following with his incredible voice, quirky style, model good looks and musicianship.

But according to festival organiser Isaac Moody, Matt is also a natural performer.

“I recently had the opportunity to see Matt perform live on the ‘Winner’s Journey’ tour. He really is one of the most talented performers to emerge from Australian Idol.” Mr Moody said.

Matt, together with a full live band, will appear on the massive Heritage Mainstage.

“It is fitting that Matt Corby has the opportunity to perform in front of thousands of people at our region’s largest event.” said Mr Moody.

In addition, Matt is scheduled for an exclusive guest appearance at Grand Central shopping centre on Easter Saturday.

Further information can be found at www.easterfest.com.au

Tickets are available from Grand Central Shopping Centre, or online at www.easterfest.com.au

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For further information contact Isaac Moody:
Phone: 07 46383 911.
Email: isaac@easterfest.com.au

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7 November 2007

After two years touring the US, Alabaster Box is returning to Australia for a whirlwind national ‘album-launch’ tour with the Newsboys including a Mainstage appearance at Easterfest 08.

Originating from Queensland’s Gold Coast, Alabaster Box received their first ‘big-break’ as the support act for UK Band Delirious in January 2000. They soon established themselves as Australia’s premier Christian music band, traveling full-time across the country and performing to packed concert venues and churches.

Since moving to Nashville, the band has played hundreds of shows across the United States including performances with Newsboys, Michael W Smith, Day of Fire, Rebecca St James and Barlow Girl.

Easterfest CEO, Isaac Moody is excited that Alabaster Box is returning to Australia.

“Alabaster Box have set a benchmark for Australian Christian music. They are fantastic entertainers, deeply missional and hard working.”
“We are privileged to have secured Alabaster Box as an Easterfest headline artist. Their return to Australia is long-overdue.”
In addition to their Easterfest appearance Alabaster Box is touring with the Newsboys across Australia.

March 23 – Melbourne (Rezfest, Werribee)
March 27 – Adelaide (Venue to be confirmed)
March 29 – Sydney (Hillsong Convention Centre)

Alabaster Box’s return to Australia coincides with the launch of their brand new album ‘We Will Not Be Silent’, produced by “The Kurnoll” (Jeff Deyo), John King (Augustana) Vince Emmett (Paul Colman, Ginny Owens) and mixed by Tony Palacios (Third Day, Newsboys, Audio A).

“We will not be Silent” heralds a fresh new rock sound for the band. As Alabaster Box’s lead singer Naarah says, “it’s bigger, better, and has a more powerful message than anything we’ve ever done…we can’t wait to show you these songs.”

A sneak preview of Alabaster Box’s new album can be heard at www.myspace.com/alabasterbox

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For further information, please contact:
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9 October 2007

After weeks of speculation, and four years since their last Australian tour, US band Jars of Clay have been confirmed as headline artists for Easterfest 08.

Jars of Clay began in 1990 when a band of eager, but completely unprepared, young musicians came together at Greenville College in Illinois. Not even thinking about an actual career in music, they began to write songs more for the fun of it than anything else. They eventually submitted a demo to a US new artist competition in 1994.Five million sales later, the music of Jars of Clay is heard around the globe.

Jars of Clay have achieved 17 ‘top 10’ TRAA radio singles (including 8 #1’s), 3 Grammy awards, 4 Dove Awards and 15 career Dove nominations.
Jars of Clay will appear at Easterfest’s massive USQ Mainstage on Sunday Night after the Bible Society Combined Church Service.

Easterfest CEO Isaac Moody says he expects that Jars of Clay’s performance will attract thousands of additional visitors to the festival.
“Jars of Clay are an ‘A grade’ musical act that attracts big crowds. During their last capital city tour of Australia, more than four years ago, they sold out every venue.”

Jars of Clay is the festival’s second major headline artist announcement after recent confirmation that the Newsboys will also headline the event.
Easterfest is the largest event in the Toowoomba region and is expected to attract record crowds for its 10th year anniversary.
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For further information, please contact:
www.easterfest.com.au
www.jarsofclay.com
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