The Band Members

 

	BRONWYN HODGKINS - Multi- Instrumentalist, has been a mainstay of the Qld Folk scene in her capacity as Folk Club Performer, Festival Co-ordinator and Australian Bush Dance Caller at local Clubs, Schools and Festivals. Including Flute, Irish Whistles and Melodica in her extensive repertoire of instruments, Bronwyn lends extra colour with her superb vocal harmony and impressive array of percussion instruments such as Tamborine, Bodhran (Irish Drum), Aboriginal Tapstix, Lagerphone, Cabassa, Chimes and Maracas. Founding member of Mangrove Jack, Bronwyn's distinctive style has come to shape the unique sound that is Mangrove Jack.
	KIRK STEEL - has been a professional musician since he first appeared on National Television at the age of 13. He has toured and recorded with many world class artists, including the Slim Dusty Band, Graeme Connors and Broderick Smith while featuring on their albums playing Piano, Synthesisers and Piano Accordion. Living in the North Qld area for 5 years now, Kirk performs regularly at the Sheraton Mirage, The Cairns International, Etc, and is also employed on tourist cruises as an entertainer. Kirk's unique style and passion for his music complement the passionate songs that make Mangrove Jack such a vibrant act.
	GAIL BETTS - has been a professional Musician/ Entertainer for the past 10 years. After gaining a wealth of experience on the road, she then moved to the Northern Territory for a season at the Mataranka Homestead Tourist Resort. Four years later she moved to the Cairns, North Qld area and has worked regularly at Resorts and venues throughout. Gail has also organised the entertainment at three major North Qld Festivals and has acted as Stage Director at The Laura Dance Festival for 3 years. She also appears on Gudgu Gudgu's CD - Shores Of Eden. In 1995 she joined Mangrove Jack, Cairns' best known band, and has enjoyed continued success with this dynamic line up.
	MICK HODGKINS' - songs paint pictures of all that is Australian. Best known for his in-depth interpretation of real Australian life, from the urban sprawl to every Outback pub. The passion of Mick's love of his country shines through. Contemporary songwriting at it's best. He has utilised his talents as an accomplished Singer/ Guitarist to give voice to these award winning songs. His distinctive voice - the perfect vehicle. Old George - a song of Nth Qld Mining Town 'Irvinebank', has featured on the Irish band, 'The Fureys', album 'Winds Of Change'. Contemporary songwriting at it's best.