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Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Roy Orbison, Rufus Thomas Jnr, Howlin' Wolf, Barbara Pittman and many more all had one thing in common.
They all launched their careers at the world-famous Sun Records Company in Memphis.
Acknowledged by their peers and audiences all over the world alike as the finest show ever to portray these legendary artists, Sun Rising brilliantly relives the amazing music and stories of Sun's Early years in this two-hour show re-creating the 'Songs that made Memphis.'
Sun Rising are seven of the finest musicians and artists that Melbourne has ever produced.
"An exuberant potent homage to the birthplace of rock'n'roll that has the audience jiving beyond the exit"
- In daily.com.au
Cast & Creatives
DAMON SMITH - Piano/keyboards
A multiple award winning, musician, producer and filmmaker his dynamic stage presence is punctuated with expert musicianship and razor-sharp wit.
DAVID COSMA - Vocals/Guitar
When not fronting SUN RISING David Cosma tours with legendary artists such as Brian Cade Mark Seymour & Russell Morris. His live streaming sessions regularly attract audiences of 30,000 plus.
ADRIAN WHYTE - Guitar
Adrian Whyte is an international authority on rockabilly and fingerpicking guitar and has over 10,000 followers on YouTube where he shares his passion for the guitar. He is a columnist for 'Australian Guitar' magazine and supported dozens of international rockabilly artists including the legend, Robert Gordon.
TRENT MCKENZIE - Bass Guitar
Trent was the resident bass player on Channel 7's 'Denise' program and has toured and performed with a multitude of acts including, The Drifters, Charlie Pride, Al Jarreau, Larry Adler Normie Rowe, and Frankie J Holden.
ADAM COAD - Drummer
Adam Coad is an incredible musician, composer and performer playing alongside a stella list of performers including, Paul Kelly, The Whitlams, Shane O’Mara & Tim Rogers.
LISA MARMUR - Vocalist
Lisa Marmur captivates her audiences with world class performances of beautiful songs. A magnificent voice and a dazzling stage presence.
COOKIE BAKER- Vocalist (selected shows)
Audiences have come to adore Cookie Baker as she tours Australia constantly, sharing stage with the likes of, Kate Miller-Heidke, Ben Lee & The Aubreys.
