Out of Abingdon supported by Benji Fowler

Navigate Arts welcome you back into the warm embrace of the Old Tanja Church for an unforgettable evening of soulful and mesmerising acoustic music.

Saturday 4 Feb

Doors: 6:30pm

Benji Fowler: 7:00pm

Out of Abingdon: 8:15pm

$20 Conc/$25 Full (Kids under 16 Free)

Homemade food available for cash purchase ($10)

Responsible BYO

OUT OF ABINGDON

Smooth and soulful jazz from this talented duo. …listening to Fullerton's warm, breathy voice is like being dipped in melted dark chocolate, Hargreaves' blues guitar is mesmerising, their easy enthusiasm makes this gig a soothing, sonic pleasure. Broadway Baby EDINBURGH

From shady riverside afternoons to balmy twilight city rooftops and late-night jam joints, OUT of ABINGDON create soulful, acoustic, lounge music filtered from influences including Stevie Ray Vaughan, Kenny Burrell, Bjork and Nina Simone. Tina’s sultry, honeyed vocals and grooving double bass accompanied by Warwick’s fearless expressive guitar and smouldering, understated vocals create a sensual atmosphere and dynamic stage presence!

Based in Australia, OUT of ABINGDON have numerous tours to Europe and the UK under their belt, playing venues throughout Scotland, England, Belgium, Paris and Berlin. OoA have built a loyal following here in Australia playing many East Coast festivals including Brisbane Festival, Kiama Jazz and Blues, Illawarra Folk, Bendigo Blues and Roots, Cygnet Folk, Wallaby Creek, Wintermoon Festival to name a few.

Three Piece Suit by Out of Abingdon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abQ0KcF2L9w

One More Chance by Out of Abingdon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPVLEM6F_Y4

BENJI FOWLER

“When you hear him solo his beautifully poignant lyrics and prowess for songwriting are unmistakable and mesmerising”.

Benji's melodic crafting fuses reggae and African roots of his past musical projects to create hypnotic soundscapes underpinned by painfully catchy melodies. Add to this the beautifully poignant lyrics that Benji has become known for and you can't help but expect something special.

Benjis widely known for fronting numerous successful NSW bands and musical projects. Since returning from a hiatus in remote Solomon Islands in 2015 Benji has formed Benji and the Saltwater Sound System. This band has quickly gained a reputation in the Australian music scene as an up and coming force to be reckoned with.

Benji's music fuses pacific flavours with the raw sounds of the Australian East Coast. With a band behind him he creates hypnotic soundscapes underpinned by painfully catchy melodies. Benji has had the honour of playing at numerous acclaimed festivals, venues and events. These include Woodford Folk Festival, the National Folk Festival, Peak Festival, Granite Town, Summer Rhythm, Palm Creek Folk Festival, Sydney Blues Festival, Springfest and Illawarra Folk Festival just to name a few.

World folk music with a gentle edge that cuts.

Benji and the Saltwater Sound System (Ben Fowler) - From the Heart (Live)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUuaJyiiM1s