The Press Gang, 2019 Baldessin Press Printmakers' Picnic. Photo: Silvi Glauttaeur
The Press Gang is an art concept band that performs songs about the joys and woes of printmaking, set to popular pop tunes. The group have performed at printmaking events including the Australian Print Triennial in Mildura and are regulars at the annual Baldessin Press Printmakers' Picnic. Led by Melbourne printmaking luminary Martin King (vocals, guitar), regular members include fellow printmakers Jazmina Cininas (vocals, lyricist, graphic design), Julie Forrester (vocals), Adrian Kellett (drums), Jim Pavlidis (guitar) and, previously, Graeme Drendel (vocals, guitar).