Fred Smith supported by North and Elsewhere

Fred Smith writes songs. Some of them are sad. Some of them are funny. Some of them are sad and funny. Some of them are quite serious. They have melodies and stories you can remember – that stay with you and keep you company during the day and at night when you are sitting in a chair.

Fred's songs reflect the world he has seen in what, so far, has been a messy and interesting life. He was the subject of an Australian Story documentary feature about his experiences in Afghanistan and Bougainville.

His book, The Dust of Uruzgan, was published by Allen and Unwin.

North and Elsewhere's Hazel and Roanna Law were raised on folk music and family harmonies, performing from a young age with their family band.

When you're born into folk music, it stays with you. Their songs reflect nature, their childhood, the fast-paced and sometimes harsh world you live in, and the connectedness of all things. Their latest release, Miner's Town, is a powerful folk-rock anthem, gritty and real.

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