Woodfordia Inc
presents
Resilience Tour 2023: New South Wales
featuring Lucy Farrell (UK) and Hat Fitz and Cara (AUS)
Odd, unconventional melodies, poetic, sophisticated song-writing and bewitching clarity; Kent-born, Canada-based Lucy Farrell’s voice is made elegant with sparse, careful accompaniment on tenor guitar and occasionally viola, carving out a unique niche for an artist at the forefront of contemporary English folk music.
Her work as a band member and collaborator with such artists and projects as Eliza Carthy and the Wayward Band; Gluepot; Modern Fairies; The Furrow Collective; Carthy, Oates, Farrell & Young; has meant releasing a collection of her distinctive solo work has had to wait – until now.
Songs from Lucy’s debut solo album, recorded at Wenlock Abbey in Much Wenlock, are scheduled for release through Hudson records April 2023.
“Splendidly atmospheric”
– fRoots
“One of the most refreshing interpreters of traditional song in the UK”
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– Songlines
“Something of a delicacy to be savoured”
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– Northern Sky
High-energy duo Hat Fitz and Cara are among Australia’s most talented roots music artists. The husband and wife team have clocked up 14 years of worldwide touring, festival performances and album releases from their base of operations in the hinterland of South East Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and are showing no signs of slowing down.
Fitzy’s weathered vocals and soaring blues-soaked guitar combined with Cara’s pounding drums and soulful voice shows both of these multi-instrumentalists at the peak of their creative power.
“These guys can stomp”
– Acoustic Mag
“… these two characters show their material needs no additional frills or padding – blessed as they are with a rare depth and conviction.”
– Uncut
“Together they create the juiciest slice of down-home country blues to come out or Australia”
– Hifi +
Murwillumbah , 18 May 2023
The Citadel, NSW, Ngandowal and Minyungbal people of the Bundjalung Nation The Citadel stands on the traditional lands of the Ngandowal and Minyungbal people of the Bundjalung Nation, specifically the Goodjinburra, Tulgi-gin, and Moorung-Moobah clans. The Citadel is a century old former Salvation Army Building, revived to bring music back between its walls and into … Read more
Coramba, 19 May 2023
Coramba Community Hall, NSW, Gumbaynggirr Country Coramba Community Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Gumbaynggirr People. Coramba is a picturesque historic village in the hinterland west of Coffs Harbour. The Coramba Community Hall was built in 1914, and has been providing a welcoming space for community to come together for over 100 years. … Read more
Willawarrin, 20 May 2023
Willawarrin Hall, NSW, Dunghutti Country Willawarrin Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Dunghutti People. As the centre of the town, the Willawarrin Hall plays an integral part in connecting the community. Festival of Small Halls rolls into Willawarrin on Saturday, 20 May 2023 with Hat Fitz and Cara and Lucy Farrell. Tickets are … Read more
Woodstock, 24 May 2023
Woodstock Soldiers Memorial Hall, NSW, Wiradjuri Country Woodstock Soldiers Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri People. Woodstock Soldiers Memorial Hall was built in 1924 to show respect for, and in remembrance of, the army, navy & air servicemen and women of our community. Festival of Small Halls returns to Woodstock on … Read more
Comboyne, 27 May 2023
Comboyne War Memorial Hall, NSW, Birpai Country Comboyne War Memorial Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Birpai People. Our beautiful Comboyne Hall, featuring an art deco interior, is 101 years old but still going strong. At the many dance events in ‘the old days’ the music would not stop until it was time … Read more
Frederickton, 28 May 2023
Frederickton School of Arts Hall, NSW, Dunghutti Country Frederickton School of Arts Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Dunghutti People. Frederickton School of Arts is located in the heritage town of Frederickton in the Kempsey Shire. The foundation stone was laid in November 1903 by Sir Harry Rawson, Governor of New South Wales. … Read more
Hernani, 31 May 2023
Hernani Hall, NSW, Gumbaynggirr Country Hernani Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Gumbaynggirr People. Hernani Hall lies at the heart of our community. For decades it has been the venue for the local school’s Christmas production, bringing children, their families and community members together. We are looking forward to bringing new life to … Read more
Nullamanna, 1 June 2023
Nullamanna Public Hall, NSW, Kamilaroi – Jukambul Country Nullamanna Public Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Kamilaroi – Jukambul People. Nullamanna Public Hall celebrated her 85th birthday in April this year. The Nullamanna community is proud to welcome people to events within their small rural farming village 20km from Inverell. Festival of Small … Read more
Deepwater, 2 June 2023
Deepwater School of Arts Hall, NSW, Noorgabul Country Deepwater School of Arts Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Noorgabul People. The Deepwater School of Arts Hall is stronger than ever in its 110th year. After so many years, it is still the community hub. Festival of Small Halls returns to Deepwater on Friday, … Read more
Collins Creek, 4 June 2023
Collins Creek Hall, NSW, Gullibul Country Collins Creek Hall stands on the traditional lands of the Gullibul People. The Collins Creek Hall was built in 1923 and has been in continual use, and under volunteer management, since that time. It has undergone many improvements and some additions over the years thanks to its many active … Read more
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Woodfordia Inc presents Festival of Small Halls Resilience Tour 2023 featuring Hat Fitz and Cara (AUS) and Lucy Farrell (UK)
Festival of Small Halls has announced that Hat Fitz and Cara and Lucy Farrell will feature on the upcoming Resilience Tour 2023: New South Wales.
HAT FITZ AND CARA (AUS)
High-energy duo Hat Fitz and Cara are among Australia’s most talented roots music artists. The husband and wife team have clocked up 14 years of worldwide touring, festival performances and album releases from their base of operations in the hinterland of South East Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and are showing no signs of slowing down.
Fitzy’s weathered vocals and soaring blues-soaked guitar combined with Cara’s pounding drums and soulful voice shows both of these multi-instrumentalists at the peak of their creative power.
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LUCY FARRELL (UK)
Odd, unconventional melodies, poetic, sophisticated song-writing and bewitching clarity; Kent-born, Canada-based Lucy Farrell’s voice is made elegant with sparse, careful accompaniment on tenor guitar and occasionally viola, carving out a unique niche for an artist at the forefront of contemporary English folk music.
Her work as a band member and collaborator with such artists and projects as Eliza Carthy and the Wayward Band; Gluepot; Modern Fairies; The Furrow Collective; Carthy, Oates, Farrell & Young; has meant releasing a collection of her distinctive solo work has had to wait – until now.
Songs from Lucy’s debut solo album, recorded at Wenlock Abbey in Much Wenlock, are scheduled for release through Hudson records April 2023.
To download a high quality image, please click here
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