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LIVE GIGS 2025
Marcia & Damian Howard’s Homemade Jam
Introducing “Homemade Jam” – A Soulful New Musical Venture from Marcia Howard (Goanna) & Damian Howard (The Ploughboys) and their band.Renowned singer-songwriters Marcia Howard and Damian Howard, siblings and stalwarts of the Australian music scene, are excited to unveil their brand-new musical collaboration: Homemade Jam. Marcia, celebrated for her work with the iconic Goanna Band and her award-winning international solo career, joins forces with Damian, known for his band The Ploughboys and his dynamic songwriting and performance pedigree, to offer audiences an intimate, powerful live experience. Audiences can expect a stirring mix of new original material and reimagined classics that speak to the times and touch the soul. “We’re excited to bring Homemade Jam to audiences around the country,” said Marcia. “It’s about sharing stories, celebrating connection, and making music that feels like home.” Marcia, who was Port Fairy folk Festival's 40th Anniversary Artist of the Year in 2016, has long used her music as a platform to advocate for important causes like land rights and environmental protection. As a solo artist she has shared stages with legendary Irish artist Mary Black; indeed, a Mary Black & Marcia Howard recording of Marcia's powerful song "Poison Tree" featured on the celebrated album A Woman's Heart - A Decade On alongside original recordings from the likes of Sinead O'Connor, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton and the Corrs. In addition to her career-spanning work with Goanna, Marcia has also released multiple solo albums and created the show House of Song, celebrating her life in music. With rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and a sound that bridges folk, country, soul and roots, Homemade Jam returns to their roots – both musically and personally. Making it even more of a family affair, the line-up includes Marcia's son Liam Gubbins on bass guitar and vocals, Michael Davis on drums and Jason King on lead guitar. Drawing on their shared musical history and decades of live performance experience, Marcia & Damian blend stories of love, loss, hope, and healing into something truly special and deeply Australian. Homemade Jam's first shows are set for Geelong and St Kilda this month. Marcia, who grew up in Warrnambool, has close ties to both towns. Not only does she call Geelong home these days, but it's where Goanna got it together in the late '70s, rehearsing in the historic bluestone cellar of the Paper Mills. And St Kilda is where Goanna lived in the glory days of the early 80s, in the legendary Goanna Manor. Catch Marcia Howard’s Homemade Jam Band with Special Guest Damian Howard live: Sunday, May 18th, The Door Gallery, Fyansford, Geelong. 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm. TICKETS Sunday, May 25th, George Lane, St Kilda. 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm. TICKETS www.marciahoward.com.au www.damianhoward.com.au VIDEOS - Marcia Howard Band - Forever Young, Mary Black - Poison Tree (feat.. Marcia Howard) (Orchestrated) Damian Howard Once In A While Dave Laing Publicity: +61466721849 Val McGarry Bandaide Management: [email protected] +61402851711 ![]()
October 7th: SING UP LOUD AND PROUD FOR YES. A pub style choir event at Geelong Trades Hall. 1-3.30 pm. Lead by Marcia Howard & Rose Bygrave (Goanna), Stella Saavy and special guests. $10.00. All ages. A family friendly event. Bookings Eventbrite. www.eventbrite.com.au/e/sing-up-loud-and-proud-for-yes-pub-style-choir-event-tickets-716501504287 Mount Roland/Tarinimari Festival Sheffield, Tasmania. November 17th 2023. Marcia Howard with special guests, Damian Howard and Liam Gubbins. www.mountrolandfolkfest.org/ Goanna Band Steps Of Parliament House Victoria, Save The Forests Rally. August 12th, 2023, 11am The Craic September 2024. Book now and come and sing with us in Ireland - with Marcia & Damian Howard. Limited places. www.blueswan.events/the-craic MARCIA HOWARD BAND led by Liam Gubbins with Special Guest, Damian Howard. Saturday February 25th , 2023, Arcobar, Melbourne, Dinner & Show. Bookings: www.arcobar.com.au/event/marcia-howard-and-her-band-with-special-guest-damian-howard WHEN: Saturday 25th February, 2023 WHERE: Arcobar, 8 Arco Lane, Heatherton PRICE: $69.50pp - Including our award-winning two-course menu! *Please note: $1.00 booking fee per person applies to all ticketed events* TIME: Access from 6.30pm. Show starts at 8.00pm & finishes at 10pm BOOKINGS: Purchase tickets directly through our website. Add tickets to your cart below and follow directions to payment. A booking confirmation with all details will be sent to you via email. Your event booking includes your dinner booking in our restaurant, which is in the same space as the event. If you would like to get in contact with us about your booking (such as group seating) please email us at [email protected] and quote booking number(s).MARCIA HOWARD BAND led by Marcia's son, Liam Gubbins with Special Guest, Damian Howard. Saturday February 25th , 2023, Arcobar, Melbourne, Dinner & Show. Bookings: www.arcobar.com.au/event/marcia-howard-and-her-band-with-special-guest-damian-howard SOLD OUT |
Goanna Band takayna. First single in 25 years. Filmed at Hamer Hall, Melbourne 2022. Goanna Band 40th Anniversary Spirit of Place Tour.
50% of proceeds of the song will go to the Bob Brown Foundation. Goanna Performing on the steps of Parliament House August 12th, 2023, 11am. Save Native Forests Rally.
Marcia Howard & Band. Recorded 2021 live during Covid 19 at the Door Gallery, Fyansford, Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Band: Matiss Schubert Mandolin and Violin. Bass guitar and vocals: Liam Gubbins. Drums: Michael Davis.
Songs: Grandma's Hands, Love Somebody, I Can't Make You Love Me, Yaama Ngunna Baaka (Save The Rivers) Yil Lull
Band: Matiss Schubert Mandolin and Violin. Bass guitar and vocals: Liam Gubbins. Drums: Michael Davis.
Songs: Grandma's Hands, Love Somebody, I Can't Make You Love Me, Yaama Ngunna Baaka (Save The Rivers) Yil Lull
MARY BLACK ORCHESTRATED 2022
Poison Tree ©Marcia Howard. Music and Words, Marcia Howard & William Blake.
Mary Black (featuring Marcia Howard) Poison Tree with RTE & the Irish National Symphony Orchestra.
Poison Tree ©Marcia Howard. Music and Words, Marcia Howard & William Blake.
Mary Black (featuring Marcia Howard) Poison Tree with RTE & the Irish National Symphony Orchestra.
Goanna Live at Womad, Adelaide with guitarist Graham Davidge. Song For East Timor, written by Marcia.
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GOANNA BAND
AFL 2022 GRANDFINAL. MCG MELBOURNE. SOLID ROCK. With William Barton, Christine Anu, Emma Donovan and Tasman Keith. Australian Children's Choir. 1998 Sorry ©Marcia Howard - Goanna, Spirit Returns.
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Marcia's song Angel Full of Grace recorded with Goanna on Spirit Returns, 1998 was featured on the Australian ABC drama, Sea Change filmed on the Surf Coast of Victoria.