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bROthER blends the ancient with the contemporary, creating a unique mix of pop/rock with strong Celtic and World Beat influences that bridges the gap between mainstream radio and World music. The band, as Music Connection says, stirs a primitive, primal passion . Since bROthERs inception on the Sydney pub scene ten years ago, the music of this Indie success story has evolved around some powerful constants. Distinctive vocal harmonies; pop melodies; strong, evocative lyrics; and the hallmark sounds of the didgeridoo (the Australian Aboriginal ceremonial instrument) & bagpipes (the quintessential Celtic sound). One of the most successful Indie exports Australia has made to the US, bROthER featured on the soundtrack to the acclaimed film, BARAKA; has made a full cameo performance on NBCs 'ER'; and toured nationally with Joe Walsh (The Eagles).  With a huge fan base right across the USA and record breaking CD sales at almost every venue it has played, bROthERs appeal lies in its dynamic, emotion-charged live performances and an offering of songs and sounds which strike an elemental chord. As Crossroads Magazine puts it, a  world-wise alternative to Alternative .~ ~ ~ BAND_MEMBERS: With Angus and Hamish, providing bass and rhythm guitar respectively, as well as bagpipes, didgeridoo and vocals, the bands current touring and recording line-up is anchored by drummer, Dalbo Allen. This West Australian continually pushes his own bounds as well as the bands, combining the power of his rock roots with the frenetic energy found in more tribal and Celtic grooves. On guitars is Steve Luxenberg, an LA native whos playing technique is akin to that of a flailing axeman. This vitality, in combination with his grasp of blues, alternative and Celtic styles, is a key ingredient in bROthERs ability to meld the ancient with the contemporary.