Malaysian born Ravie is a veteran in the entertainment business and has wowed crowds in Malaysia, Asia and Australia. In Australia, RAViE performed for the last 20 years in Darwin, Adelaide and now in Brisbane. He has made singing his profession since 1993 with the Steel Band, Soulout Band, Roadhouse, One Planet, Chilli Padi as well as a solo career. He has an extensive repertoire of music and can sing in three languages, English, Malay/Indonesian and Tamil.

Ravie won the Best Performer Award at the Asia Bagus Band Competition in 1994. He was the founder of the band Roadhouse which in 1998 went on to win the Distinguished Award, the MTV Band Alert, singing an original composition, Love is Blind. In 2000 Roadhouse produced the album ‘Victory’, this was a Malay/Tamil/English album that received airplay on the radio and resulted in a successful tour throughout Malaysia. Through this achievement Roadhouse went on to perform in some of the hottest clubs in Asia, highlighted functions include a private performance for the Sultan of Brunei.

After migrating to Australia, Ravie continued his singing career in Darwin Casino from 2005-2006 before moving to Adelaide in 2007 and forming a Reggae band, One Planet. One Planet was a huge success performing in hotels and clubs around South Australia as well as supporting Reggae legends, Jimmy Cliff (2015), Maxi Priest (2016), and the Original Wailers (2017 and 2019). In 2017 One Planet performed on a cruise ship with international artists such as KC and the Sunshine Band, Boney M, Cutting Crew and Go West along with other Australian acts. Following this success One Planet released two albums, Reggae with Friends (2015) and Next Step (2020).

In 2020 Ravie began to focus on his own music with country/rock/pop/blues/reggae vibe and released his debut album, Never Too Late on 27 November 2020. Ravie's EP 'Best Part of Me' was released on 19 September 2021 and comprises of four amazing heartfelt love ballads with a rock feel. Ravie has been nominated 3 times for the South Australian Music Awards, first in 2017 (World Music Category for the song 'Held by You'), the second nomination in 2021 (Rock Music Category for the song 'Lonely Fall') and the third nomination in 2022 (Pop Music Category for the song 'Freedom'). 

In 2022, Ravie's singles Positive Vibes (released in August), Something You Just Can't Have (released in September) and In The Stars (released in October) reached No 1 on Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (AMRAP) chart.

Ravie is a dynamic entertainer, and his smooth vocals captivate any audience. Ravie is a truly great performer and music is his life and passion.

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Heston Drop was formed by its original members in Adelaide's eastern suburbs in the summer of 2008. From the moment they decided to join musical forces, their vision was clear and shared: to blend their love of classic rock sounds and attitude with sharp, desirable pop hooks.

Rehearsals started in earnest as the trio hired gloomy looking spaces every week to create colorful musical havoc, playing songs by bands they were inspired by, including 'The Rolling Stones', 'Foo Fighters', 'Kings of Leon' and 'John Mayer'.

Realizing that the stage was where they belonged, original music started flowing from the bands core. As you could imagine initial attempts did not meet their expectations, but as they progressed the fusion of their individual styles started to mold into the Heston Drop sound.

After six months and a growing catalogue of original material, the band was finally christened 'HESTON DROP', this name being an obscure and creative reference to Jimmy Page's birthplace. The trio now had another hurdle to jump; they sought a drummer to complete their band. At this time, Frank Vardaro undertook the role of manager, with determination and a passion for music that he had cultivated over the many years of managing rock and roll outfits.

Heston Drop was now complete after finding their drummer Teon. A tighter unit than ever before, Heston Drop embarked on the journey all young bands must take, paying their dues in pubs and clubs all around Australia. Through this, their sound and style began to evolve.

The studio beckoned and the band kicked off recording three songs, 'Shining Light', 'Calling' and 'One Way Street'. These songs were entered into the APRA Professional Development Awards, which saw them make the finals in Sydney. Industry buzz started to grow louder and it seemed only a matter of time until the band would make another leap forward.

In January 2012, a new adventure arose for the band as they entered the 'Global Battle of the Bands' Competition. Progressing through the local heats, the band found themselves at the top of the Australasian finals, held in Sydney in March. This saw them travel to England to compete in the world finals on the 9th December.

Out of the 3000 bands that had entered, Heston Drop had earned its spot and took to the stage at The Scala in London. Placing 4th in the world earnt them respect from all the bands and industry representatives.

Since returning from Europe, the band has played at 'The Depot', as part of the Adelaide Fringe Festival, the 'Clipsal 500', supporting Australian rock legends The Angels and 'Scorcher Music Festival'.

Heston Drop has made its mark, both locally and internationally and is set in becoming a world wide act. Debut EP set to be released mid 2013.

Current Members
John-Paul James – Lead Vocals and Guitar 
Jimmy Miles – Lead Guitar and Vocals 
Cherry – Bass
Teon Catalano – Drums and Vocals

Contact - Frank Vardaro (Manager)
email: frank@hestondrop.com
mobile: +61 412 611 077
skype: frank.vardaro1

Publicist - Shannen Murphy
email: shannen@hestondrop.com
mobile: +61 406 480 571

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