User:Merindas/sandbox

MERINDAS are an Australian Aboriginal Contemporary Soul Duo consisting of singers Candice Lorrae and Kristel Kickett. The name ‘Merinda’ comes from the Aboriginal Eora language - meaning beautiful woman and is a tribute to their Indigenous heritage. But there is far more to this very talented duo than just their name. Candice and Kristel are both amazing performers whose stars are on the rise as they send ripples across the Australia's Music Scene. The MERINDAS caught their big break in 2012 performing at a one off show for Noongar Radio's premiere of the hit film The Sapphires. They sold out their first show in 2012 and have been performing non-stop ever since. In 2013 the group was nominated for a Deadly award in the category of 'Most Promising New Talent In Music'. They have supported some of Australia's biggest stars including Kasey Donovan, Christine Anu and Troy Cassar-Daley. Building on their already expanding fan base the group released their first single Ready To Love which won Indigenous WAM Song Of The Year in 2014 and took their show on the road to Sydney, Melbourne and will soon go international in early 2016. Their shows feature some of Motown's biggest hits performed with glitzy costumes, a gravitas so energetic and a sound so infectious that none can resist their incredible talent. Candice and Kristel are each amazing performers in their own right drawing on their vast experience in Gospel, Blues, Soul and R&B. Together they make The MERINDAS a powerhouse of talent and entertainment.