The Dorothy-Jane Gosper Band


About The Dorothy-Jane Gosper Band

DOROTHY-JANE GOSPER – Songstress & Blues-harpist
A gutsy entertainer, with a no-holds-barred approach to performing, Dorothy-Jane connects strongly with her audience.
▪ Finalist in the Female Vocalist category of the 2012 Australian Blues Music 'Chain' Awards for her song ‘Sadder Than Sad’.
▪ Received awards from the Canberra Blues Society in recognition of her harmonica, vocal and songwriting talents
▪ Included in an ABC Radio National Program 'Into The Music' - The Humble Harp'.
▪ Wrote her first song at age 7 and hasn't stopped
▪ Fell helplessly in love with the harmonica 20 years ago and has been performing ever since
▪ Became a full-time musician after winning her battle with breast cancer in 2007
▪ Recorded a new album every year since 2007 and a 5 track EP in 2011
▪ Guested and jammed with Fiona Boyes, Dutch Tilders, Jim Conway, Damon Davies, Damian Coen, Dave O’Neill, Kate Meehan, Ross Ward, Jan Preston, Glen Terry, KNiKi & Mike and the USA’s Eugene Hideaway-Bridges and Austin Walking Cane
▪ Has been known as Janet, Janey, Georgie, Sarah-Jane-Mary-Elizabeth, Shirley, Ruby Blue, Dorothy-Jane, DJ, DeeJay, Dj and Deej. Her real name is Dorothy-Jane (for the time being)
▪ Currently tours Australia with her band wowing audiences with her chops and charm.
* Playing at The International Fiji Jazz and Blues Festival in May 2012

QUOTES

DJ Gosper… a convincing songwriter…” “…remarkably talented singer and blues harp player.” “…Gosper’s backing quintet displays a high level of musicianship at every turn…” “…Gosper’s blues is a platform where she connects with her audience, lightheartedly baring her soul without any pretentiousness.” Al Hensley, Rhythms Magazine

You have lifted the bar on this album [Driver's Seat]. Your voc's have always looked after themselves, but you 'tin sandwich' playing has been given 'steroids' this time!" Tecka" Terry Iredale, Tecka's Tracks Rock & Blues Show HOTFM 106.7FM

“DJ Gosper showed us that as well as being a great blues singer, she is one of the hottest harp players around..." Dom Melano - Canberra Blues Society

"A great harp player and singer with the soul and spirit to overcome even the most daunting of obstacles, DeeJay Gosper is a true blues woman." Shaun Bindley - Blues With A Feeling 98.9fm Brisbane

"...One of the best voices i have ever heard coupled with some excellent guitar work and sensational blues harp ... totally blown away by DJ’s sublime singing and her amazing blues harp ... Bill Quinn - Artsound FM92.7

“Sassy and sultry blues done oh so well.” Geoff Pegler, Bluesbeat 2009

“See her live & you’ll be blown away by this awesome musician." Wendy Rudin - Spirit of the Blues, Spirit FM Nowra

"...amazing vocal abilities.” “Beautiful music indeed.” John Williams - Trad & Now

"...one of Australia's best harmonica players and has the voice of a blues diva!" Guy Gibson - The Merry Muse

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