ARIA nominated vocalist and violinist, Fem Belling, has exploded onto the Melbourne Jazz Scene.
 She is fast becoming one of Australia's most exciting & sought after jazz performers. 
Her African Jazz and theatre roots augment her unique musicality, choices and interpretations, versatile voice and powerful stage presence, creating something extraordinary each time she steps onto the stage.

“Once Fem walks onto the stage you are under her spell.” The Age

Acclaimed for her self- written musical homage to jazz chanteuse Blossom Dearie in the Melbourne International Jazz Festival & nominated as Best Leading Actress in a Musical for the  Green Room Awards. 

Fem is no stranger to the stage. A leading lady of London’s West End for 7 years, Fem has performed for Her Majesty at the Royal Variety Show, lead roles in shows HAIRSPRAY, FAME, CATS, JOSEPH, LITTLE SHOP of HORRORS, CATS &  Liza Minnelli opposite Todd McKenney in THE BOY FROM OZ.

Born of an artistic family, Fem's father, a renowned jazz pianist, made sure she was bathed in the sounds of jazz royalty. Now, she is in demand with both international and local artists, performing with Joe Chindamo, Paul Williamson, Joe Ruberto, John Foreman, Gil Askey, The DMJO, JMQ, The Public Opinion Afro Orchestra (ARIA nomination), Gregory Porter, she has sung at Village Underground (NYC), Womadelaide, Byron Bay Blues & Roots, Ronnie Scotts (Lnd), Noosa Jazz and can be seen in Melbourne's top music venues.

Her album FAMILY is available on iTunes. 
Fem is a Yamaha artist and plays the amazing 5 string electric Silent violin.


John Ntsepe obtained his doctoral degree from the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz (KUG). 

The world renowned Canadian pianist Angela Hewitt described Ntsepe’s piano playing as “unique, interesting, emotional und very passionate.” Critics have dubbed him “a born interpreter.” Ntsepe is also a dedicated teacher; he gives masterclasses and piano workshops. Ntsepe enjoys a multifaceted career that has led to invitations to perform throughout South Africa, Europe, and South America. 

In 2011, after completing his studies with his mentor, Francois du Toit at the South African College of Music (University of Cape Town), Ntsepe moved to Austria (Vienna) to further his piano studies with Ralph Heiber. He also obtained a "Specialisation Studies (Piano)" diploma from the Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences (Finland), under the guidance of Katariina Liimatainen.

Dr Ntsepe was born in Sebokeng, a township in South Africa’s Gauteng province. He started taking formal piano lessons at the age of 14 with Vanessa Burger. His talent in music was immediately apparent: six months later he gave his first public concert. After hearing Ntsepe perform Liszt’s Sonata in B minor, the great Russian pianist Konstantin Scherbakov invited him to participate in his masterclasses at the Hochschule für Musik FRANZ LISZT in Weimar, Germany. 

Over the years, Ntsepe has received numerous awards and prizes including at the 20th International Johannes Brahms Wettbewerb in Pörtschach/Wörthersee. He has performed for several dignitaries and Heads of State and has shared the stage with world renowned artists. Dr Ntsepe’s exposure has led him to be a regular guest on many television and radio shows including a documentary on his life being featured on ORF’s 3Sat:Kulturzeit.

No Sleep Records is an independent record label based in Huntington Beach, CA and home to some of underground music's best emerging talent. Formed in 2006 by Chris Hansen, No Sleep began as a project to bring back originality and uniqueness to a seemingly watered-down scene, and has quickly risen to become one of the most respected labels in the industry.

Years after its inception, No Sleep continues to push the boundaries of music with a diverse lineup of innovative acts that don't necessarily fit any single genre, but instead are out to cut their own path. From La Dispute and Touche Amore to Balance and Composure and Into It. Over It., the label has become one of the scene's most coveted labels for bands to call home.

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