Louder Than Life Book Launch, Cairns

A national pop-up tour of independent record stores and music venues across Australia, celebrating the release of Louder Than Life: The Touring Musician's Handbook. Featuring a live performance by Phoebe Jacobs and Lucy Gallant, a conversation about life on the road with author Emily Rockit, Lucy Gallant and Phoebe Jacobs, followed by book signings at Elixir Music House — Cairns' home of independent music. Part of the Cairns Music Industry Weekend. Free event.

Phoebe Jacobs is a Melbourne-born, Cairns-based singer-songwriter whose soulful, cinematic sound blends modern soul, emotional storytelling, and raw vocal power. Her debut album Eye of the Storm took her to Glastonbury and The Troubadour in London, and she has shared the stage with Hiatus Kaiyote, Tex Perkins, and Ani DiFranco.

Lucy Gallant is a bohemian folk-pop artist whose multicultural roots, one-woman show and nomadic spirit have taken her to Glastonbury, Splendour in the Grass, Woodford Folk Festival and Bluesfest. A prolific songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, she creates high-energy rhythms on the cajón with her feet while simultaneously singing and playing guitar — a performer that must be seen to be believed.

Louder Than Life is Emily Rockit's debut book — a story-driven guide to touring featuring real experiences from 30+ Australian musicians. emilyrockit.com