COUNTRY BRED | Zither Jackson | Zither (Stephen) Jackson is an accomplished Australian musician, vocalist, songwriter, and creative practitioner whose career spans decades across diverse genres and performance disciplines. Born on 5 September 1958, he comes from a distinguished musical lineage grounded in opera and theatrical performance, beginning his professional career at just 15 years of age. | | Throughout his career, Stephen has performed extensively in the live music scene, particularly within the hard rock genre, touring nationally with his band Axis. His versatility has seen him appear in musical theatre productions, television commercials, and the acclaimed series Underbelly. He also toured with Eddy Young Blood and Samy Gaha in the stage production Follow That Dream, while simultaneously performing his successful I’m Still Standing Elton John tribute. | | A graduate of the Australian Institute of Music, Stephen undertook six years of operatic training, including the prestigious Marchesi Method. Beyond the stage, he is deeply committed to community work, running a disability-focused program that uses non-verbal vocal techniques to support clients with Down syndrome. | | Now performing as Zither Jackson, he has embraced country music, releasing his debut album Valleys of Your Mind. His songwriting reflects themes of love, resilience, and personal growth, earning recognition in the 2025 ASA and TSA Awards. |
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