We welcome the return of Shane Howard, one of Australia's most important and influential writers and singers. Shane will soon be releasing his 10th solo album, to add to the three ground-breaking albums with Goanna and countless other recording projects over his illustrious career. His commitment to indigenous Australia's artists is well documented and his support for young and emerging artists has helped countless performers in their professional development. Despite his many other community interests Shane continues to be a prolific songwriter, he and his songs continue to champion the cause of the underdog, provide meaningful insights that has helped to build a bridge between Aboriginal and non Aboriginal peoples. Howard continues to pay homage to the culture of his Irish ancestors and the culture of the Aboriginal people whose land he lives on. He combines a deep understanding of poetic and musical folk traditions and captures something essential of the spirit of Australia in words and music.
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Almost 25 years after Solid Rock hit the charts, he is still writing quality folk songs that capture the spiritual, cultural and political heart of Australian life.….. a consistent, prolific and long-serving songwriter.................Iain Shedden, The Australian

Patrick Davies is a singer songwriter and musician and who lives in Fitzroy Crossing in the Kimberley region of WA. His songwriting reflects many aspects of life in the Kimberley and a proud heritage that spans both Aboriginal, Irish, Chinese ancestry and the many family links with the Kalkadoon peoples of Queensland also the Gooniyandi and Kitja people of the Kimberley. Patrick has recently released his first album Rocky Old Road. The album is produced by Alan Pigram and also includes 3 members of the Pigram Brothers Stephen Philip and Peter for much of the backing this stunning debut album also includes a selection of great artists such as Bill Chambers, Shane Howard, Tim Wedde, Mary Black, Laoise Kelly, Lucky Oceans and Damian Watkis. Rocky Old Road reflects many aspects of life in the Kimberley.. life in general and Patrick's keen sense of social justice.
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