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Speaker 2017Udaravi Widanapathirana

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Director & Founder - Mellum

Australia

A DIY punk at heart, Udaravi is the founder of Mellum creating a regional touring network in Central Queensland. Moving to Brisbane, Udaravi co-directed metal/punk labels MONOLITH & Eunoia Collective; working with Rolo Tomassi, Self Defense Family & Oslow. They have worked a number of venue booking roles in Brisbane since 2013, primarily the Woolly Mammoth.

Mellum’s work focuses on image reconciliation; a term used to describe the fine line between visibility and tokenism for artists from marginalised groups. Udaravi’s current management/booking roster includes: HABITS, Various Asses, IDYLLS, Tralala Blip, Rebel Yell, Jessica Says & Two Steps on the Water.