Busby Marou
Busby Marou (pronounced buz-bee ma-roo) are an Australian musical duo originally from Rockhampton, Queensland. The duo consists of Thomas Busby and Jeremy Marou while other musicians perform with them in concert. At the APRA Music Awards of 2012, the duo won "Blues & Roots Work of the Year" category. History. 2007-2012: Career Beginnings and "Busby Marou". In 2007, Thomas Busby and Jeremy Marou met in Rockhampton. Jeremy is of Torres Strait Islander heritage, and both performers come from musical families. With similar musical interests, the two combined to perform and write music under the name Busby  Marou. Busby Marou's debut EP, "The Blue Road", was recorded at Pete Murray's personal studios in Byron Bay and produced by Anthony Lycenko who had worked with artists such as Murray, David Bowie and Shifter. The EP had a limited release. Busby Marou supported Pete Murray during the Toowoomba leg of his 2008 Australian Tour. In 2009 saw the duo as one of five successful applicants for "Breakthrough" – A Federal Government initiative supporting emerging indigenous contemporary musicians. The award assisted in the production of the band's debut, self-titled album, which was released in August 2010. In  September 2010 at the Deadly Awards 2010 Busby Marou won the award for "Most Promising New Talent". Late in 2010, Busby Marou featured on the "He Will Have His Way – Finn Brothers Tribute Album". The album went Gold within a month of release. Their contribution was a cover of "Better Be Home Soon". On 12 February 2011, Busby Marou performed at the Rugby League All Stars match at the Gold Coast. In 2011, Busby Marou were signed to Warner Music Australia's indie imprint, Footstomp Records, and in June 2011, re-released their debut, self-titled album. 2013-present: "Farewell  Fitzroy" and "Postcards from the Shell House". In October 2013, Busby Marou released their second studio album, "Farewell Fitzroy" which debuted at number 5 on the ARIA charts. In May and June 2014, the duo supported James Blunt for the Australian leg of his Moon Landing World Tour. In October 2014, "Days of Gold" became their first charting single, debuting at 82. In February 2017, Busby Marou released their third studio album, "Postcards from the Shell House", which debuted at number 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart. In October 2020, the band performed at the 2020 AFL Grand Final. Influences . Their musical influences include elements of Crowded House, Elvis Presley, Pearl Jam and Willie Nelson. Awards and nominations. AIR Awards. The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector. APRA Awards. The APRA Awards are presented annually from 1982 by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA), "honouring composers and songwriters". ARIA Music Awards. The ARIA Music Awards is an annual awards ceremony that recognises excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of Australian music. Busby Marou have been nominated for  three awards. Gold Coast Music Awards. The Gold Coast Music Awards are an annual awards ceremony that recognises musicians from the Gold Coast area. National Indigenous Music Awards. The National Indigenous Music Awards recognise excellence, innovation and leadership among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander musicians from throughout Australia. They commenced in 2004. Q Song Awards. The Queensland Music Awards (previously known as Q Song Awards) are annual awards celebrating Queensland, Australia's brightest emerging artists and established legends. They commenced in 2006.