Vanessa Amorosi is one of the most successful pop artists in Australia and now, following her international release through Universal Music, she is destined…more
In May 2008 Vanessa revealed she had previously been a favorite to perform at various underworld parties, which included host Carl Williams, a significant figure in Melbourne's underworld community, and a person portrayed in the series Underbelly.
Vanessa: (on performing at parties put on by members of the underworld) It was absolutely amazing. They had a room in the (Crown) casino all done up. I remember during the show thinking no one will get up and dance and if I start singin' bad I'm just gonna get shot.
Vanessa: (on being a favorite performer amongst members of the underworld) They spoil me rotten - I love it. They're the only clients who want you to eat and give you wine and are constantly catering and looking after you. I'm not used to this in showbiz. Usually it's like, 'Amorosi and the band are here, get rid of them, hide them'.