Cubby House (band) facts for kids

Cubby House was an Australian rock'n'roll band. They made music especially for young children, usually aged 3 to 8. Their songs were fun and catchy, often with a rock'n'roll beat. The band was active for a few years in the late 1990s.

One of their albums, Rock Cake, was even nominated for a big award in Australia. It was recognized at the ARIA Awards in 1999.

Who Were the Members of Cubby House?

Cubby House had a talented group of musicians. They all played different instruments and helped create the band's unique sound. Peter Winkler was also a very important part of the team.

• Annerose de Jong was one of the main singers for the band.
• Kerry Digby played the drums, keeping the rhythm for all their rock'n'roll songs.
• Stephen Knight played the bass guitar, which provides the low notes in music. He also played the mandolin.
• Jenni Milnes was a multi-talented member. She played guitar, keyboards, and harmonica, and also sang.
• Jason Rooke played the guitar and also helped with vocals.
• Peter Winkler was the producer and director for Cubby House. He helped guide the band's sound and overall vision.

What Music Did Cubby House Make?

Cubby House released two main albums during their time together. A "discography" is a list of all the music an artist has released.

Their Albums

• Rock the House (1997) - This was their first album, released through ABC Music.
• Rock Cake (1998) - This album was released a year later by Festival Records. It was very popular and even got nominated for an award!

Did Cubby House Win Any Awards?

Yes, Cubby House received a nomination for a very important music award in Australia. These awards are called the ARIA Music Awards. They celebrate the best music made in Australia each year.

ARIA Music Awards

In 1999, their album Rock Cake was nominated for the "Best Children's Album" award. While they didn't win, it was a big honor to be nominated! The award that year went to another children's group called The Hooley Dooleys for their album Pop.