An elite contemporary jazz collective based in Melbourne, Australia.
Curated and led by singer/songwriter Akasha Celestica,
The Ashes blend the raw soul of Blues with the sophisticated edge of Jazz, Pop, Rock and Funk fusions.
Resident Artists
Akasha Celestica
Founder, Creative Director, Lead Singer/Songwriter, and Composer.
Eugene Stone-Marques
Lead Guitar.
Umar Zakaria
Double Bass and Recording Specialist.
Jordan Warwick
Senior Chair Percussionist /Drums.
Toby Barrett
Woodwinds/Saxophone.
Akash Dutta
Piano/Keyboard.
Culture & Philosophy
A Sovereign Musical Sanctuary
The Ashes is not merely an ensemble; it is a sovereign sanctuary for the high frequency artist. Founded by Akasha Celestica, the collective was engineered to provide a safe zone where natural mastery and uninhibited creativity can flourish, away from the clinical and sub-standard noise of the industry.
The Resident Supergroup
Our culture is defined by heart and class. We are a musical family where members are valued, respected, and appreciated for their individual integrity and soul. Here, the human being is the true source of the music.
Engineering the Elevation
We move at executive speed towards stadium heights. Our sessions at The Ashes Production House are more than rehearsals; they are masterpieces in the making, where every "zing" is captured with professional horsepower. We don't just gig, we prepare to launch.
