The Orphans at The Vanguard for the Home Grown Roots 3 album launch
We're proud to announce that we'll be playing at The Vanguard in Newtown on Tuesday September 23 as part of The Home Grown Roots 3 album launch.
If you've been keeping up to date with The Orphans, you'll know that we've contributed the track Rain to Foghorn Records Home Grown Roots 3 compilation. The album is a showcase of original Australian roots music and includes tracks from Paul Kelly, John Butler, Ash Grunwald and Mia Dyson to name a few. Closer to home our friends Karl Broadie, The Yearlings and Natalie D Napoleon also contribute tracks. I've been listening to it non-stop for the last week and can vouch that this is a great collection. My personal favourite track (other than our own of course) is Central Coast duo, Nick and Liesel's track Wyong River.
We've been lucky enough to be invited to play as part of the Home Grown Roots 3 album launch at The Vanguard, which will also feature Chickenhead, Luke koteras, Natalie D Napoleon, Kristy Coote, and Nick and Liesl.
The Orphanage Sessions continue until the end of the year
Following on from the success of The Orphanage Sessions in the first half of this year, we have decided to continue for the rest of the year. Helping us out will be Lianna Rose, The Harmonators, Katie Briana, Racz 'n Waters and The Huckleberry Swedes.
For those who haven't been to an Orphanage Session, it's a great night of original country/roots music in one of Sydneys most intimate and personal venues - the Mars Hill Café.
Next Orphanage Session: The Orphans + Katie Brianna
Saturday September 27th, 8.30pm
Mars Hill Café
331 Church Street
Parramatta NSW
$10 at the door
The Orphans are a country/bluegrass outfit comprised of two very talented individuals: Nick Payne and Lyn Taylor.
Both born in Australia, but with very different musical roots. Nick and Lyn have brought their unique experiences and abilities to produce the distinct sound and feel that is The Orphan's music.
Growing up on Sydney's North Shore, Nick cut his musical teeth as a teenager in a series of garage bands. However, as both he and his musical abilities matures, his tendency to seek out music of a "less mainstream" ilk saw him develop an appreciation, and then a profound respect for the simple yet soulful acoustic roots style of bluegrass and country. Inspired by artists such as Gillian Welch and Ryan Adams, he formed The Orphans in early 2006.
In stark contrast, Lyn's life unfolded against the backdrop of country Queensland. Literally the "truckers wife", Lyn draws on her experiences of trial, isolation and distance from loved ones as the basis of her song writing and haunting vocal style. Displaying a similar sense of "less is more", Lyn's approach dovetails neatly with Nick's to create music that has been described as, and is literally: "Simply enjoyable".
As The Orphans, Nick and Lyn have performed to audiences in both Queensland and New South Wales, and are currently based in their hometown of Sydney.
hahaha hell yeah. you should mad take advantage of my camera and editing skillz. me and my dad used to do weddings for people... SPEAKING OF I NEVER GOT MY HALF OF THE PAY!!! THAT POO HEAD!!! but id totally do it for free for you guys cause i love yas so much hahaha.. nah, but i can just see so much potential in you guys. and you should be doing more than cafe gigs..... doing a video for you would be effing mad. and fun.
hopefully see you tonight. try convince my boyfee.. but yeah. the video thing sounds mad. should seriously do it. id youtube it. get lots of views etc..... people around the world will listen to you :D heheheheheheheeehehhehehehe im so keen to get you out there. even tho itd be hard cause you have kids and stuff.. hahaha like i even got my dad to hook you up for the johnny cash thing. but it never happen wtf. lol..... ah well.
well this comment is so long. soooo hopefully persuade my bf to come tonight. lol...... he will hate it so much. muahahaha suffer. aww he puts up with me so much. good kid. xxxx
hehehehehehe i hope so! man i told my bf. and he wont like acoustic stuff but you know me. always DRAGGING people to your gigs. bahahaha :) my boyfee is sleeping over friday so i'll pretty much have to nagg all saturday. but if he goes home saturday i'll be there. just find some form of family to come with baha. and if i get a good seat. imma film you. if you let me. and put that up on youtube. so everyone will come listen. cause i'm like youtube famous in australia and what not. baha kinda. not that thats something to be proud about. BAHAHA FAIL!
Hey girl! It would be AWESOME to see you there tomorrow night :) I would of liked to of come on Sat but I'll be away... I really hope to come to a gig soon.. are you well? Tania ;
I also liked that ol' clawhammer five string...isn't that old boy playing it from somewhere near Richmond, Virginia? Cherokee, North Carolina? Bristol, Tennessee? Wherever he be from, he be playin' that ol' five string mighty fine!!!
check out my blog on the last Cooks River Bluegrass session- got photos and everything, if you miss it this time it will be on again the following month- anyway it will be good to see you there either way- make sure you come and introduce yourself so I know who I'm myspacing with! All the best Heather :)
