Greg Arnold is best known for being the frontman and songwriter from beloved Aussie folk-rock band Things of Stone and Wood. The band’s top 10 hit “Happy Birthday Helen” became a staple on Australian radio. Arnold has spent the last eight years based in Switzerland, continuing to make music and tour the world. In The Sky is his fifth solo offering and takes a slightly different tack to his previous offerings. Recorded in Geneva, it’s the record Arnold might have made in 1989, had violins and mandolins not taken over his entire musical character.

The Music claimed Arnold is “arguably as important as Paul Kelly in telling Australian stories” and this record clearly shows how such a high claim could be made. His signature melodies and harmonies shine through, showing that even with the Telecaster, delay pedals and '80s rock aesthetic he is one of this countries finest singer-songwriters.

Greg Arnold comes to Beechworth for this special show support by singer-songwriter Simon Marks. Tickets are $20 + booking fee in advance, or $25 at the door.