ABOUT ITU
Itu fuses mellow guitar rhythms and soulfully smooth vocal tones with intense lyrical content. The result is a melodic tapestry of beautiful thought provoking tunes. The style is simple poetry and insight through music. It's for those who don't mind a lil substance for the soul and a hopeful spin on the human condition.

BACKGROUND
Fijian born, Itu grew up in the Riverina and South Coast regions of NSW. Born into a musical family, she developed an ear for vocal harmony and natural rhythm at an early age. But it wasn't until a long stint living in several university houses in Wollongong, that the songwriting began to take greater momentum and priority;

"Everyday was utter chaos,music soon became the stabilizing medium of choice. Stories told and unfolded themselves with each new experience. And utmost beliefs and opinions were easily aired through the safety of song. Eventually the tunes made their way to centre stage where they continue to develop and draw from the changing landscape of current day."

Since moving to Sydney five years ago, Itu has been showcasing her work to packed venues across inner Sydney building an ever increasing support base on the local scene. She has also supported great indie acts including Paul Greene, The Sunpilots, Sam Buckingham, Bride O'Brien and Ember Swift (Canada) just to name a few.

THE JOY STARS
Itu has recently formed a backing band consisting of Steve Short on bass, Michal Siczynski on drums (with special guests Brian Campeau on lead guitar & Claire Wyndham on backing vocals). 

MUSIC FESTIVALS
Since entering the National Music Festival scene, Itu has featured at several high profile events including Newtown Festival, Surry Hills Festival, Village Arts Festival (Yeppoon QLD), Peats Ridge Festival, Re-growth, Powerplant & Feastability & Yag'ubi Festival to name a few.

In 2005 She was one of 5 acts invited to play for FBi Radio's 'Sunday Arvo Session' in St Peters. The impressive lineup included 78 Saab, The Cops, Redsunband and The Accidents. Also in 2005 she came 2nd in Drum Media & Sando Hotel's 'All about the songs' competition resulting in increased industry interest.

In 2006, Itu was the headline act for the 'Essential Stage' at the Newtown Festival. The festival attracted record crowds of over 50,000 people, raising much needed funds for the Newtown neighbourhood centre and on New Years Eve 2006 she performed on the 'Home Grown Roots' stage at Peats Ridge Festival.

In 2007 Itu released her new album 'Love & Light'(produced by Chris Gray) which received solid reviews in the local press including The South Sydney Herald. The new album is distributed through CD Baby USA.