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GEORGIA STATE LINE

The stage moniker of Australian singer/songwriter Georgia Delves, Georgia State Line’s unique brand of country-infused melancholy yields music that’s equal parts heartsick and hopeful. Recorded with James Cecil (Architecture In Helsinki) at Super Melody World in Macedon, Victoria, “Every Time” is the first single lifted from their highly anticipated new album due out later this year. Paired with stunning visuals set in the Wimmera region (Wotjobaluk County) “it’s a song about making friends with the consistency of change; acknowledging what isn’t meant for you and celebrating the courage it takes to let it go. It highlights the quiet strength found in choosing to feel joy for what once was, and the power that comes with putting yourself first”. “Of course, good music knows no boundaries, but not many capture that outsider Americana sound as well as Georgia State Line” – AMERICANA UK

http://www.georgiastateline.com

ANDTY MCGARVIE

There’s no question that Andy McGarvie is a guitar player of advanced ability. The Melbourne musician has spent countless hours absorbing the influence of Led Zeppelin and John Mayer as well jazz guru Wes Montgomery and prog-punk outfit The Mars Volta. As a lyricist, McGarvie’s words are carefully chosen, observations of himself and of the world that surrounds him, though sometimes finds it easier to let his guitar do the talking for him. When it comes to his technical ability on guitar, he stands alone. If on occasion he is accused of being overly indulgent it’s only because he can. McGarvie has spent equal parts of his musical life as both a songwriter and bandleader, as well as a gun-for-hire session musician both in his home of Melbourne and in his adopted home of London. He has been nominated as a finalist in both the Vanda and Young Songwriting Prize, as well as the Melbourne Blues Society’s performer of the year. It is under his own moniker, however, that McGarvie really honed his craft, finding the liberty to truly express himself.

https://www.andymcgarvie.com 102

PAULA STANDING

The new album “The More I Give” from Paula Standing, has been described by Jon Wolfe (Capital News) as the “the heartfelt delivery of 10 songs which would be the envy of many who call themselves singers”. Produced by the renowned Rod McCormack, the songs were written in collaboration between Paula, Rod, Lou Bradley and Gina Jeffreys. The album combines flawless musicianship with deeply personal lyrics, delivered by what McCormack describes as a “unique voice that really transports you!” Essentially Americana in feel, the combination of voice and music effortlessly draws the listener in. Wolfe suggests “this album should be listened to as a whole because there is a collectiveness that forces you to be there and take it all in, maybe on a porch under the stars…a unique experience”

Available from www.paulastanding.com

WEEPING WILLOWS

The Weeping Willows have long revelled in the darker musical traditions of the American South, populating their songs with figures desolate, desperate and doomed. It’s a penchant given its clearest outing yet with the pair’s glorious Southern Gothic EP which features most recent single, Black Crow, five of their favourite covers and brandnew instrumental, Southern Gothic. Ranking among Australia’s foremost songwriters, The Weeping Willows have netted eight CMAA Golden Guitar nominations and supported Americana greats from Iris Dement (USA) to Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real (USA). Equal parts ornate and austere, Southern Gothic finds The Weeping Willows delving ever deeper into the Gothic grandeur of critically acclaimed second album, Before Darkness Comes A-Callin’ (2016).

http://www.theweepingwillows.com.au KELLY BROUHAHA

Kelly Brouhaha, South Australian award-winning songwriter, is one of those artists whose unique style simply cannot be put into a box. From big blues to soulful country, it is music that is real and raw and vulnerable. Her new live album “Unplugged”, articulates Brouhaha’s life on the road, living in her much-loved 1992 Toyota Hiace affectionately known as “Pamela Anderson”. The album came to be after Brouhaha was forced into a seaside shack on South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula while Covid 19 swiftly shut down the music industry overnight. Campfires, a live acoustic album that captures the show that Brouhaha is currently touring whilst she works on her next studio album which is due for release in the first half of 2022. Unplugged captures the essence of Brouhaha’s impressively emotional vocal is a perfect snapshot of an artist on the rise.

https://www.kellybrouhaha.com.au

PIPER BUTCHER

Ready to take the world by storm, Piper Butcher releases her debut single ‘Haunting Your Thoughts’, and it comes with the assurance and confidence that marks her as an impressive new artist with a long career in front of her. With Americana meets rock’n’roll influences from the likes of Lukas Nelson, Chris Stapleton and Stevie Nicks, this song gives an insight into Piper’s unique sound and fresh style. The song stemmed from an idea between both Piper and Toyota Starmaker 2020-21 winner Sammy White; when a troublemaker doesn’t clean up their mess. Listening to the lyrics, you can notice this common theme. From a full band sound to an exhilarating and heart felt solo performance, Piper showcases her passion for song, and “Haunting Your Thoughts” is no exception. In fact, it’s a perfect illustration of where she’s coming from - and where she’s heading.

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