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The Adelaide Roots and Blues Association (ARBA) was formed in Adelaide, South Australia in 2013 and was incorporated on the 4th of December, 2014. It has not-for-profit status and the following broad aims:

  • To support and promote South Australian roots and blues artists locally, nationally and internationally 
  • To promote and foster a wider appreciation of roots and blues music
ARBA 2025 Specific Goals

 


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Chris Finnen

ARBA PATRON

One of South Australia’s gem stones of  musicianship, and embracing a strong  sense of community, Chris Finnen is often  referred to as the ‘guitarist’s guitarist’.  Chris is proud to be the patron of the  Adelaide Roots and Blues Association.








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ARBA 2025 Members Only
Xmas Party 
(with free curry!)
with 
Paulie Bignell & The Thornbury Two
The T-Bones
Amin & Lachlan Duo


When: Sunday 7th of December, Doors 2.30
Where: Semaphore Workers Club
Who: Strictly Financial ARBA Members only
Free Food: Marla Slee's Famous Home Cooked Curries!
Music
Paulie Bignell & The Thornbury Two
The T-Bones
Amin & Lachlan Duo

ARBA MEMBERS 
For catering purposes, ARBA Members must register by 1st of December to attend this show.
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MEET THE COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT

Peter Ferguson

SECRETARY

Jane Ferguson

TREASURER
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Grant Wilson

YOUTH IN BLUES

Peter Nixon

AWARDS

Bruce Mattingly

EVENTS

Michael Saies

MEMBERSHIP

Mick Young

SOCIAL MEDIA

Ashleigh Merriel



Mark Winston


Background photo from the "Deep South" - South Australian Rhythm & Blues CD,released 1994.
The Adelaide Roots & Blues Association would like to dearly thank 
Frank Lang (Executive Producer)
 & Dennis Kipridis (Art Director) along with acknowledging all involved in the Deep South CD project, at the time, proudly promoting Blues and Roots music from South Australia.