HAMISH ANDERSON ANNOUNCES x7 OFFICIAL SXSW SHOWCASES
Having recently shared stages with BB King, Los Lobos and Kenny Wayne Shepherd in the US, talented Melbourne blues/rock guitarist and prolific songwriter, Hamish Anderson has been invited to showcase his skills on a global stage announcing x7 official shows at the credible SXSW music festival in Austin Texas from March 17-22, with performances set for the iconic Aussie BBQ, Stubhub, direct support of Wynonna Judd and more.
Anderson is thrilled to be in on the SXSW action and is excited to be playing alongside his band for the festival comprised of veteran Austin talent, Johnny Radelat (drummer for Gary Clark Jr), John Branch (bassist for Spanish Gold) and Nate Basinger (organist for The Diplomats).
“For years I’ve been watching the emerging artists that play at SXSW and it’s so great to be part of it this year,” says Anderson. “It’s an honour to represent Australia’s music scene abroad.”
Anderson explains, “I really hope I have some time to check out a few shows while I’m there, but it looks like it may be tricky. I have seven shows and then a bunch of interviews and performances for media, so that will take up most of my time. We are also looking to record that week, so that’ll make things even tighter for me.”
Anderson is quickly becoming a fixture on the international circuit, having represented Australia with a number of showcases at last year’s CMJ Music Marathon in New York and will be following up his SXSW appearances with a number of additional shows in the US, followed by a showcase at Canadian Music Week in May.
And there’s some exciting news for Aussie fans also, with a video for new single, Little Lies coming out in the next few months and a tour on home turf to follow later in 2015.
HAMISH ANDERSON SXSW SHOWCASES
MON 16 MAR | DIGITAL YALO SXSW PARTY @ BAT BAR | 7PM | 218 E 6th ST, AUSTIN
TUE 17 MAR | OFFICIAL SXSW SHOWCASE @ LUCKY LOUNGE | 12AM | 209A W 5TH ST, AUSTIN
WED 18 MAR | STUBHUB CULTURE COLLIDE SHOWCASE @ CLIVE BAR | 3PM | 609 DAVIS ST, AUSTIN
FRI 20 MAR | SOUNDS AUSTRALIA AUSSIE BBQ @ BRUSH SQUARE PARK | 12.50PM | 409 E 5TH ST, AUSTIN
FRI 20 MAR | THE QUANTUM SOUTHWEST INVASION @ WHOLE FOODS| 5.40PM | 525 N LAMAR BLVD, AUSTIN
FRI 20 MAR | OFFICIAL SXSW SHOWCASE @ ST DAVID’S BETHELL HALL| TBA PM | 301 8TH ST, AUSTIN
SAT 21 MAR | SOUNDS AUSTRALIA SOUND GALLERY @ BD RILEY’S| 3.55PM | 204 E 6TH ST, AUSTIN
HAMISH ANDERSON US TOUR DATES
MON 30 APR | THE BATTERY | SAN FRANCISCO
SAT 2 MAY | MOHEGAN SUN CASINO | UNCASVILLE, CT
MON 4 MAY | WDST RADIO | WOODSTOCK, NY
5-8 MAY | CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK | TORONTO, CANADA
THU 4 JUN | IRIDIUM JAZZ FEST | NEW YORK CITY
“’Burn’ is the lead single from the new EP, and I love every moment of it. The bluesiest twangiest of riffs carries the track through, while Anderson’s rich voice hits every note with just the right amount of flirtatiousness, as each phrase coyly trails off into the music. His Masterful guitar and lyrical abilities are on display from start to end. A catchy, solid drumbeat, perfect rhythms and a wailing guitar solo – this piece is a rock ‘n roll romp through and through.”
Indie Shuffle (Lauren Ziegler)
“With Hendrix-inspired guitar riffs and extended solos, Anderson tore up the stage, simultaneously reviving and reinventing the blues.”
Beat Magazine (Dina Amin)
“He’s a talent that provides an exhibition that is addictive to watch, and gives total bang for your buck if you get the chance to witness it.”
The Music Melbourne Magazine (Izzy Tolhurst)