The Emily Burrows Award was set up in 2001 in memory of Emily Burrows, a former APRA membership representative and compliance officer, who worked steadfastly and without compromise to support and encourage South Australian songwriters and composers. The Award was established following her tragic, accidental death in 2000.
This years recipients The Beards, join a host of past recipients of the award including South Australian and international champions The Hill Top Hoods (2002) plus a host of other talented South Australian musicians Melody Feder (2011), The Touch (2010), Poetikool Justice (2009), The Fiddle Chicks (2008), Huckleberry Swedes (2007), Mere Theory (2006), Pharaohs (2005), Foreshore (2004), Special Patrol (2003), Hilltop Hoods (2002) and Gone to Earth (2001).
The $5,000 Award is sponsored by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA). The Award recognises the achievements of and invests in the professional development of emerging original music acts in South Australia.
Over a period of five years The Beards have become one of Australia’s most hirsute and popular comedic bands. Apart from releasing three studio albums, they have toured nationally and internationally including a highly prized performance at the opening ceremony of the World Beards and Moustache Championships in Anchorage, Alaska!
Their hard work has paid off with national tours selling out in all major centres and numerous award nominations, including Song of the Year at the 2012 APRA Music Awards and Best Comedy Album at the 2012 ARIA Awards. Now, they can add the 2012 Emily Burrows Award to their increasing list of achievements.
