Andrew Wishart is a Singer-Songwriter from Victoria: and is commonly regarded as one of the most powerful and talented singers by crowds and peers alike.
His unpretentious personality shines through on stage, and he has an innate ability to entertain and connect with audiences.
But all jaws dropped when he opened his mouth and delivered with that voice, heartfelt renditions of songs with a power and authenticity that still reverberates.
That voice live...... it is a gem and a beast in one!”
He has been performing for over 30 years all over Australia and Overseas, in a variety of line-ups, and continues to do so full time.
Andrew has performed with the likes of Kylie Minogue, Michael Bolton, George Benson, Stevie Nicks, Delta Goodrem, Darryl Braithwaite, Adam Thompson, Glenn Shorrock, Ross Wilson, Brian Cadd, and many more.)
Against the odds and as the crowd favourite, Andrew made it to the Grand Final of X-Factor Australia; to be placed eventual Runner Up in the series, missing out on winning by 1% of the National Vote.
His songs on Xfactor have since garnered 12 million + views through Youtube and the likes.
Andrew has since toured/gigged continually throughout Australia and overseas to strong crowds and fantastic responses.
He released an Independent Album; It’s never too late; which achieved a top 15 Aria charting result; and continues to sell this Album all throughout the world.
Another album is on the horizon, as Andrew is currently in preplanning-production for the next CD, which should hopefully be released within the next 6 months.
Until then, Andrew continues to perform in a variety of line-ups and still enjoys fantastic feedback regarding his amazing voice and entertaining stage presence from fans and industry peers alike.
“Everywhere I have played, I have been asked back! There is no better recommendation……”
“The down to earth family man was a crowd and judge favourite for his non-pretentious style and willingness to take on a variety of musical styles without the usual histrionics associated with reality television shows. And while that uniqueness may have enhanced his beginnings in the show, his amazing musical and vocal ability, honed over 30 years as a performer on the pub & club circuit, entrenched him as a real musical talent who still has plenty to offer…….”
“As a seasoned live music patron, I went along to hear what Andrew, and on this occasion, his Trio Acoustic Show, had to offer; as his story, voice and journey intrigued me somewhat.
What I witnessed was 100% gratifying in so many facets!"
His wit, stage presence, humility & likeability all played a huge part in what was an amazing experience.
But all jaws dropped when he opened his mouth and delivered with that voice, heartfelt renditions of songs with a power and authenticity that still reverberates.
That voice live...... it is a gem and a beast in one!
Too many times, Australia produces talent that is oft ignored due to factors of image and other variables..... This is one talent and one voice that simply should never be ignored.
Go to a live show. You will want to see him again and again.......
Listen, engage and you will see and hear so much more than what was thankfully unearthed on Xfactor.”