Music is often used as a means to raise awareness and funds for the underprivileged. This is where we find ourselves with an ambitious group of year 12 students hailing from De La Salle College. Using music they are attempting to raise money in order to travel to India and help build houses for the disadvantaged. We quizzed organiser Nathan Phillips.
When’s the gig and with who?
Our little fundraiser is taking place on Saturday September 1 at The Evelyn Hotel. The night will be headlined by Animaux, while also showcasing the delightful talents of The Pierce Brothers, Nussy and Scott Darlow.
Why should everyone come and see your show?
Everyone should come along! The more money I can raise means the more work and materials we can buy for the less-fortunate in India. Also, it is a kick-arse lineup at the cheap price of $10. Bring your mate; bring your date, or even your grandma!
What makes you happiest about what you’re doing?
I love the fact that I am able to thank people in the form of live music for their donations in supporting our schools aid trip to India.
What do you love about the Melbourne music industry?
When contacting bands to play this gig I was surprised at their willingness to help me in any way they could. Every single band that I contacted helped me out, whether it was by volunteering their time to play or suggest other bands that might be interested and helping me get in contact with them. The generosity of the Melbourne bands was outstanding!
Which band would you most like to have play your gig?
There were so many bands that I wanted to play when I first started throwing this together. My most favourite band is The John Butler Trio, so I would have really liked to have got them on board for this.
