Starr Special Events
12th ANNUAL RAVO BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL
Ravenswood Hotel (Ravenswood, WA)
Saturday, 20 February 2027 12:00 pm
DAVE HOLE BAND
He is widely regarded as one of the all-time slide guitar greats. He has won numerous awards around the world and headlined many festivals worldwide. "Slide guitar fanatics will have their brains blown out ... prepare to hear your jaw hitting the ground" - Billboard USA
19-TWENTY
They have been whipping up a frenzy on the festival scene. They are electric. An infectious riff and groove based blue-billy-grass-rockin'-roots band. The 19-Twenty lads have been performing their high-energy sonic-party nationally, headlining sell-out shows and festivals in all states and territories. Constantly on the road or in the sky, they have toured seven times around Oz and performed gigs throughout Europe including Belgium, The Netherlands & Germany. Performing anywhere and everywhere, this straight-up 100% independent act have been blazing throughout Europe and Australia and gaining new music fans/fiends from their live shows.
MICHAEL VDELLI & THE ART OF DYSFUNCTION
The Lineup That’s Changing the Game: Michael Vdelli – Guitar / Vocals: The veteran, the master of tone and soul, whose fierce stage presence and command of the blues have captivated audiences worldwide. Michael Menna – Guitar / Vocals: A bona fide virtuoso, his lightning-fast licks and melodic instinct bring a whole new dimension to the sound. Kelly McCarthy – Bass: With a formal music education and a feel that’s second to none, Kelly brings groove, depth, and versatility without losing an ounce of rock ‘n’ roll attitude. Royce Mack – Drums: Maximum power. Maximum feel. Royce’s blistering chops and intuitive rhythm are the heartbeat of this high-voltage machine.
STEFAN HAUK BAND
Stefan Hauk is a Blues/Rock guitar player and singer from Adelaide, South Australia. He began playing guitar at the age of 4 and was a gigging musician by the time he was 11 years of age.
His electrifying guitar playing has the ability to tear the roof off a venue. From his masterful ability to construct a solo, to his soulful voice and his creative songwriting, Stefan aims to bring his unique blend of Blues and Classic Rock music to his generation and beyond.
WOLF MAIL (born 1972) is a Canadian-born guitarist and singer-songwriter. Mail has recorded eight full-length albums, internationally distributed and has toured in over twenty-six countries. He is influenced by blues, jazz, soul and country. Mail was born in Montreal, Quebec, and raised in the South of France and California. Mail spent much of his early years traveling. He began playing the guitar at the age of ten, heavily influenced by Elmore James and John Lee Hooker. Later, Mail received guitar lessons from fellow Canadian guitarist David Goodman. Mail performed his first live show at fourteen, and at seventeen left home to tour with a band.
INSPECTOR CLUZO is a French rock group from Mont-de-Marsan, Landes, France that formed in 2007. The group is composed of Laurent "Malcolm" Lacrouts on the guitar and vocals and Mathieu "Phil" Jourdain on the drums. Both are Mont-de-Marsan natives and former members of the band Wolfunkind.
The name of the group was proposed by their friend and Fishbone singer Angelo Moore and references the character Inspector Clouseau who appears in the Pink Panther movies.
DATURA 4
Originating in 2009 out of the port city of Fremantle, Western Australia, DATURA4 can be best described as a ballsy return to full-tilt boogie, blues and psychedelic hard rock and with their own original spin on things. The current line-up fronted by Dom Mariani (The Stems and DM3), Warren Hall (The Drones) on drums, Stu Loasby (bass), Bob Patient (keyboards) and Joe Grech (guitar and vocals), Their sixth album, High on the Low Brow, was released in June 2026
BLUE SHADDY
West Australian four-piece Blue Shaddy are a family band that seem to fit more into one song than most do in a two hour set. Jim McClelland, guitarist singer and main songwriter blends elements of, blues, country, and rock in his writing creating a whirlpool of foot stomping infectious energy. Taking you from a Smokey, whiskey soaked blues lounge, to funky town, then winding up drinking moonshine in the all in haystack hoe down.
LOUIS REBEIRO is a Perth-based blues and jazz musician known for his dynamic live performances and impressive versatility as a multi-instrumentalist. A pianist at heart, he also performs on guitar and saxophone while delivering powerful vocals, creating a sound that blends traditional blues, jazz and rock ’n’ roll influences. His energetic stage presence and improvisational style have made him a standout performer on the Western Australian live music scene and beyond, with audiences drawn to his mix of boogie-woogie piano, soulful blues guitar and jazz-infused arrangements.
SCARLETS WAY
Group offers Americana music blending Southern Soul, Country, Blues, and Rock. Known for high-energy live performances, they have played major festivals and shared stages with established artists. Their live album Group offers Americana music blending Southern Soul, Country, Blues, and Rock. Known for high-energy live performances, they have played major festivals and shared stages with established artists. Their live album charted nationally, and recorded works have received industry awards and music chart success. Charted nationally, and recorded works have received industry awards and music chart success.
JASON AYRES is an Australian singer-songwriter and alt-country/Americana/folk rock blues artist based in Western Australia. Known for heartfelt storytelling, guitar work, and melodic live performances reminiscent of artists like John Mayer and Ryan Adam.
PROUD MARY (Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute)
Australia’s Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Band PROUD MARY, share their authentic show honouring the swampy sounds of one of the 60s and 70s best rock acts in full concert style featuring former members of 5 time Aria award winning band The Baby Animals. Proud Mary is a true delight to experience ……don’t miss this chance to hear all CCR’s best tracks like…..Born on the Bayou, Up Around The Bend, Down On the Corner, Have you ever seen the rain, Looking out my backdoor, Lodi, Green River, Who'll stop the rain, Heard it through the Grapevine, Bad Moon Rising, Suzie Q, Hey Tonight, Travelling Band, Fortunate Son.
He is widely regarded as one of the all-time slide guitar greats. He has won numerous awards around the world and headlined many festivals worldwide. "Slide guitar fanatics will have their brains blown out ... prepare to hear your jaw hitting the ground" - Billboard USA
19-TWENTY
They have been whipping up a frenzy on the festival scene. They are electric. An infectious riff and groove based blue-billy-grass-rockin'-roots band. The 19-Twenty lads have been performing their high-energy sonic-party nationally, headlining sell-out shows and festivals in all states and territories. Constantly on the road or in the sky, they have toured seven times around Oz and performed gigs throughout Europe including Belgium, The Netherlands & Germany. Performing anywhere and everywhere, this straight-up 100% independent act have been blazing throughout Europe and Australia and gaining new music fans/fiends from their live shows.
MICHAEL VDELLI & THE ART OF DYSFUNCTION
The Lineup That’s Changing the Game: Michael Vdelli – Guitar / Vocals: The veteran, the master of tone and soul, whose fierce stage presence and command of the blues have captivated audiences worldwide. Michael Menna – Guitar / Vocals: A bona fide virtuoso, his lightning-fast licks and melodic instinct bring a whole new dimension to the sound. Kelly McCarthy – Bass: With a formal music education and a feel that’s second to none, Kelly brings groove, depth, and versatility without losing an ounce of rock ‘n’ roll attitude. Royce Mack – Drums: Maximum power. Maximum feel. Royce’s blistering chops and intuitive rhythm are the heartbeat of this high-voltage machine.
STEFAN HAUK BAND
Stefan Hauk is a Blues/Rock guitar player and singer from Adelaide, South Australia. He began playing guitar at the age of 4 and was a gigging musician by the time he was 11 years of age.
His electrifying guitar playing has the ability to tear the roof off a venue. From his masterful ability to construct a solo, to his soulful voice and his creative songwriting, Stefan aims to bring his unique blend of Blues and Classic Rock music to his generation and beyond.
WOLF MAIL (born 1972) is a Canadian-born guitarist and singer-songwriter. Mail has recorded eight full-length albums, internationally distributed and has toured in over twenty-six countries. He is influenced by blues, jazz, soul and country. Mail was born in Montreal, Quebec, and raised in the South of France and California. Mail spent much of his early years traveling. He began playing the guitar at the age of ten, heavily influenced by Elmore James and John Lee Hooker. Later, Mail received guitar lessons from fellow Canadian guitarist David Goodman. Mail performed his first live show at fourteen, and at seventeen left home to tour with a band.
INSPECTOR CLUZO is a French rock group from Mont-de-Marsan, Landes, France that formed in 2007. The group is composed of Laurent "Malcolm" Lacrouts on the guitar and vocals and Mathieu "Phil" Jourdain on the drums. Both are Mont-de-Marsan natives and former members of the band Wolfunkind.
The name of the group was proposed by their friend and Fishbone singer Angelo Moore and references the character Inspector Clouseau who appears in the Pink Panther movies.
DATURA 4
Originating in 2009 out of the port city of Fremantle, Western Australia, DATURA4 can be best described as a ballsy return to full-tilt boogie, blues and psychedelic hard rock and with their own original spin on things. The current line-up fronted by Dom Mariani (The Stems and DM3), Warren Hall (The Drones) on drums, Stu Loasby (bass), Bob Patient (keyboards) and Joe Grech (guitar and vocals), Their sixth album, High on the Low Brow, was released in June 2026
BLUE SHADDY
West Australian four-piece Blue Shaddy are a family band that seem to fit more into one song than most do in a two hour set. Jim McClelland, guitarist singer and main songwriter blends elements of, blues, country, and rock in his writing creating a whirlpool of foot stomping infectious energy. Taking you from a Smokey, whiskey soaked blues lounge, to funky town, then winding up drinking moonshine in the all in haystack hoe down.
LOUIS REBEIRO is a Perth-based blues and jazz musician known for his dynamic live performances and impressive versatility as a multi-instrumentalist. A pianist at heart, he also performs on guitar and saxophone while delivering powerful vocals, creating a sound that blends traditional blues, jazz and rock ’n’ roll influences. His energetic stage presence and improvisational style have made him a standout performer on the Western Australian live music scene and beyond, with audiences drawn to his mix of boogie-woogie piano, soulful blues guitar and jazz-infused arrangements.
SCARLETS WAY
Group offers Americana music blending Southern Soul, Country, Blues, and Rock. Known for high-energy live performances, they have played major festivals and shared stages with established artists. Their live album Group offers Americana music blending Southern Soul, Country, Blues, and Rock. Known for high-energy live performances, they have played major festivals and shared stages with established artists. Their live album charted nationally, and recorded works have received industry awards and music chart success. Charted nationally, and recorded works have received industry awards and music chart success.
JASON AYRES is an Australian singer-songwriter and alt-country/Americana/folk rock blues artist based in Western Australia. Known for heartfelt storytelling, guitar work, and melodic live performances reminiscent of artists like John Mayer and Ryan Adam.
PROUD MARY (Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute)
Australia’s Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Band PROUD MARY, share their authentic show honouring the swampy sounds of one of the 60s and 70s best rock acts in full concert style featuring former members of 5 time Aria award winning band The Baby Animals. Proud Mary is a true delight to experience ……don’t miss this chance to hear all CCR’s best tracks like…..Born on the Bayou, Up Around The Bend, Down On the Corner, Have you ever seen the rain, Looking out my backdoor, Lodi, Green River, Who'll stop the rain, Heard it through the Grapevine, Bad Moon Rising, Suzie Q, Hey Tonight, Travelling Band, Fortunate Son.