A show dedicated to the amazing growth and development of young Australian artists in the roots music arena.

Fireside Bellows are the remarkable country/harmony collaboration of Melbourne songwriter
Jordie Lane and Canadian singer-songwriter Tracy McNeil. They first were acquainted via the internet and when Tracy moved to Melbourne they met for real in a bar in Fitzroy and found they had a special affinity for each others music and started gigging together. The pair co-wrote and released their debut album, No Time To Die, in 2008, to rave reviews and countless radio features including on Radio National and Triple R. Their mix of banjo, lap steel, driving guitars, and stunning vocal harmonies are complimented live by the ingenious talents of both Andy Baylor on Fiddle/Mandolin, and Rod Boothroyd on upright Bass, who will both be performing in this special show.

“Their debut CD No Time to Die covers the full gamut of country styles from tragic murder ballad to oh-so-clever love ditties via rockabilly and a touch of western swing... But the real strength of this CD is the sweet harmony vocals and classic lyrics” The Daily Planet, ABC Radio National

Sal Kimber and the Good Ole Boys offer a unique and refreshing take on Australiana. Sounding rural and rootsy but with urban savvy, their live shows are charismatic and engaging. From cut back duets on the banjo and glockenspeil to five piece rock n roll alt-country tracks, they share tales of ghost towns, rebels, romance and rain. Described by Triple R FM as “one of Australia’s best emerging songwriters” Sal released her debut album Sounds Like Thunder in 2008.

Peter Fidler is a much sought after sideman in the Melbourne bluegrass and alt country music scene. His first instrument is the dobro and his first album Slide Night is the first Australian dobro album ever recorded. Pete, with Hamish Davidson and guitarist singer Bill Jackson will perform a selection of his original songs and tunes from his excellent debut album.