2022 Lineup
Raul Midon
Raul Midon
WhiteStickFest to be headlined by the Grammy nominated superstar Raul Midon Raul is best described as a musical genius. A gifted songwriter, smooth baritone vocalist, prodigious guitarist and charismatic showman of the highest level. A live performance from Raul is truly an immersive experience that none soon forget. 11 studio albums, 2 Grammy nominations and […]
Shayy Winn
Shayy Winn
Confirmed Shayy Winn is joining Whitestickfest 2022! #WhiteStickFest is pleased to once again feature the powerful presence and vocals of Shayy. One of American Idol’s most memorable contestants of 2019, Shayy Winn captured hearts across the nation bringing Lionel Ritchie to tears in the process. Many years later Shayy has released four hit singles and […]
DAVE STEELE
DAVE STEELE
DAVE STEELE (AKA THE BLIND POET) TO OPEN WHITESTICKFEST 2022.  Dave Steele is an award-winning poet, author, public speaker, singer, and advocate for the blind based in the UK. Diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) in 2014, this genetic eye condition left Dave severely sight impaired.  A gifted songwriter and musician Dave turned to […]
Sean Harrington
Sean Harrington
Sean Harrington joins WhiteStickFest Family. Sean Harrington hails from the UK and is undoubtedly a evolving talented on the rise. Rooted in Irish folk, Blues, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Punk, and Indie music. Sean is a dynamic vocalist with guitar in hand and a engaging songwriter. WhiteStickFest is convinced they’re have unearthed a real talent in Sean […]
Lucas Haneman Express
Lucas Haneman Express
The Lucas Haneman Express to Debut at WhiteStickFest 2022 We are thrilled to confirm yet another debutant in the shape of the incredible Lucas Haneman Express for WhiteStickFest 2022 The Lucas Haneman Express is an award winning Blues band from Canada, often described as a fresh funky powerhouse band with an expressive and soulful sound […]
Baluji Shrivastav
Baluji Shrivastav
International Music Royalty Baluji Shrivastav signs on for WhiteStickFest alongside the Inner Vision Orchestra WhiteStickFest is blessed to confirm that we will feature a highlights package by the one and only Sitarist to the stars Baluji Shrivastav and the Inner Vision Orchestra! Baluji Shrivastav OBE, a master in; Sitar, Surbahar, Dilruba, Pakhavaj and Tabla,is one […]
Rachael Leahcar
Rachael Leahcar
Rachael Leahcar joins our list of headliners for 2022 Rachael Leahcar returns as our local headline for this amazing online concert on 15 th October 2022 at 10am AEDT atwww.WhiteStickFest.org Rachel was second runner up on the inaugural season of The Voice Australia 2012 and has both sung across Australia and internationally ever since. She […]
The Wiggles
The Wiggles
WhiteStickFest to bring some Wiggle to your White Cane Day in 2022 For the third White Cane Day in a row we will feature the world’s top charting children’s band The Wiggles! The Wiggles have been entertaining millions of families across the globe for over 30 years. The band has sold over 30 million albums […]
Sarah McLachlan
Sarah McLachlan
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT CONFIRMED! We are beyond thrilled to announce that Sarah McLachlan will join our lineup for WhiteStickFest 2022 for the very first time! Sarah McLachlan is one of the most celebrated singer songwriters in entertainment with over 40 million albums sold worldwide. She has received three Grammy Awards and twelve Juno Awards over her […]
Robert Cini
Robert Cini
CONFIRMED: @robert_cini! #WhiteStickFest is pleased to confirm that Australian Songwriters Award Winner and Queensland local Robert Cini will return guitar in hand this year. Here is Robert with his original song ‘Time Machine’ performing live at Tanks Art Centre. (video Below)  ith his smooth and melodic voice paired with his guitar gently weeping he […]
Murphy
Murphy
Murphy to debut on WhiteStickFest 2022 Murphy’s journey of self-discovery started on a peer in Baltimore (his hometown) after he lost his job for not seeing all that well He picked up his guitar at one of his lowest points sat down and sung for passers-by describing it as his moment when he realised that […]
KT Tunstall
KT Tunstall
Take a Seat Before we announce this one KT Tunstall will play WhiteStickFest 2022! WhitestickFest is still in a state of disbelief to announce that KT Tunstall will be taking to our virtual stage on October 15th at 10am (Australian Time) www.whitestickfest.org Bursting onto the global music scene in 2004 with her multi-platinum debut, Eye […]
Sirine Jahangir
Sirine Jahangir
Sirine Jahangir to debut on WhiteStickFest 2022 WhiteStickFest is over the moon to confirm that Sirine Jahangir will be joining the WhiteStickfest family on White Cane Day this year. Hailing from the UK Sirine burst into everyone’s living rooms when she made the semi-finals of series 14 of Britain’s Got Talent at only 14 years […]
Lara Nahkle
Lara Nahkle
Australian Fan Favourite Lara Nahkle Confirmed To Return in 2022  WhiteStickFest is thrilled to confirm Sydney based singer / songwriter Lara Nahkle will return to our international stage after yet another breakout year  With her dog guide Maxwell watching on Lara’s recent career highlights include reaching the top 48 on TheVoiceAU 2017, singing at […]
The Brave Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band
The Brave Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band
Return of The Brave Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band ]Whitestickfest is keen as a bean to confirm that we will once again be joined by the exceptional stage presence of singer, songwriter and fearless  activist for blind pride Caitlin Smith. Forged by our friends across the Tasman in New Zealand, Brave Caitlin Smith’s imaginary band live […]
Vernon Barnard
Vernon Barnard
3 years of WhiteStickFest 3 Years of Vernon Barnard Our favourite South African has been with us since the beginning and we couldn’t be happier to confirm he will return once more. In case you have called under a rock home, Vernon stole hearts during his unforgettable 2016 audition on The Voice: South Africa. Vernon […]
Blind Joe
Blind Joe
Blind Joe returns for WhiteStickfest 2022 The rowdy non-stop rebel soul that is ‘Blind Joe’ is as infectious as a night of Jack Daniels and a few Hank Williams songs on the jukebox. Coming from nowhere Joe rose to prominence with his southern charm, electrically powerful country voice and charismatic stage presence on season nine […]
Albi And The Wolves
Albi And The Wolves
Albi And The Wolves Debut at WhiteStickFest. New Zealand based Albi And The Wolves: featuring Chris ‘Albi’ Dent (guitar), Pascal Roggen (violin), Micheal Young (double bass), has a simple philosophy – no limitations This enigmatic trio pride themselves on their ability to fill a dance-floor using only their string instruments. Beyond that, it’s the combination […]
Pixie and the Gypsies
Pixie and the Gypsies
Pixie and the Gypsies to debut on WhiteStickFest Virtual stage In the music world so rarely does a voice rise above the murmur but once in a while you hear a voice that just stops you in your tracks Taylor Notcutt the lead vocalist for Pixie and The Gypsies possesses such a voice Formed in […]
Connor Wink
Connor Wink
Connor Wink signs on for WhiteStickFest 2022! What a year it has been for the mercurial star on the rise. Top ten for the worldwide Disability Pride Festival in New York in July , multiple hit singles and Top 48 on TheVoiceAU with his blind audition song ‘Believe’ by Cher now having reached over 10 […]
Cobhams Asuquo
Cobhams Asuquo
WhiteStickFest is thrilled to announce that internationally renowned Nigerian singer-songwriter and Unicef AmbassadorCobhams Asuquo will once again grace our virtual stage.  A mix of RnB, Afropop, Soul and Gospel Cobhams is as gifted a vocalist as he is versatile as a performer.  A global sensation in his own right he is responsible for a string of hits over his lifetime including […]
Lachi
Lachi
WhiteStickFest 2022 is pleased to announce that we will be headlined by a special performance from New York’s own Lachi! Lachi is a multi-award-winning artist, Grammys Board DEI Ambassador, Founder and President of RAMPD.org. Known for her breathtaking vocals, charismatic keynote speeches and empowering live sets at famous venues such as the Kennedy and Lincoln […]
Our Partners
The Foundation Fighting Blindness
The Foundation Fighting Blindness
WhiteStickFest is proud to announce a partnership with the Foundation Fighting Blindness to bring you WhiteStickFest 2022. Going live on October 15th (Australian time zone) our concert will once again feature a host of musical talents (blind, low vision and sighted supporters) from all around the globe to celebrate the achievements of people that are […]
Vision Australia Radio
Vision Australia Radio
Media Partner The Vision Australia Radio Network incorporates ten community radio stations across Victoria, southern New South Wales, Adelaide, and Perth. There are also five digital radio services available in the three metropolitan areas as VAR, VA Radio, and IRIS. They offer a range of interesting and informative programs including readings from newspapers, magazines and books, […]
Cocky Guides
Cocky Guides
Event Sponsor Since launching in August 2018, more than 400 travellers have visited over 40 destinations around Australia with Cocky Guides, who specialise in providing unique, multi-sensory adventures for the blind and low-vision community. Cocky Guides Founder James (Buck) McFarlane says ‘Supporting the inaugural White Stick Fest was a natural fit. There are so many […]
Oleb Media
Oleb Media
Accessibility partner  WhiteStickFest is thrilled to announce Oleb Media as our official accessibility partner. Oleb Media Is a Latinx, Disabled, and LGBTQ owned accessibility firm that breathes inclusion into all they do. They offer digital accessibility testing and remediation services for websites, mobile apps, pdf documents, and eBooks. Oleb Media are your resource for […]
Platinum cre8ive
Platinum cre8ive
Event Sponsor Platinum Cre8ive is a representation and management business that specializes in looking after talent with disabilities across Australia,, as well as providing business services for the entertainment industry.
Our Host
WhiteStickFest to be hosted by Thomas Reid!
WhiteStickFest will be hosted by the smoothest voice on the podcast scene Mr Thomas R to EID.
Blinded by cancer in 2014, Thomas turned his attention to podcasting and audio description creating the Reid My Mind podcast.
The podcast focusses stories & profiles of compelling people impacted by all degrees of blindness and disability.
See below for a sample of his unique Interviews.
He is tailor made for WhiteStickFest 2022 and we are so thrilled that agreed to be our host!
