START the new year on an uplifting note with some more great Americana music at No8 Café in Launceston on Wednesday, January 11.
Possessed of a powerful, slightly gritty singing voice and an ear for catchy melodies and instantly accessible rootsy arrangements, Amanda Rheaume won a 2014 Canadian Folk Music Award for ‘Aboriginal Songwriter of the Year’ and was nominated for a Juno.
In September 2016, she received another Canadian Folk Music Award nomination for ‘Aboriginal Songwriter of the Year’.
She has released four albums to date – ‘Holding Patterns’ (2016), ‘Keep a Fire’ (2013), ‘Light of Another Day’ (2011) and ‘Acoustic Christmas’ (2009).
This Ottawa singer/songwriter has delivered her unique and soulful blend of folk-alt country tinged tracks to the delight of audiences on both sides of the Atlantic and she has opened for many established artists such as Emmylou Harris, K’Naan, Lucinda Williams, Larkin Poe, Andrew Combs and Ani DiFranco.
Her increasing success stems from her skilful and sensitive ability to translate personal stories into messages, evoke a feeling of positivity, communicate the strength of those before her, and connect with her listeners.
With the release of her latest album on which this tour is based, Amanda continues a long history of raising money and advocating change through her work as an artist – and this time, it’s personal as she, Anders Drerup (pedal steel, electric guitar and vocals) and Anna Ruddick (bass) take to the stage in Launceston.
Music starts at 8pm (Doors open at 6.30pm for pre-gig food —reserve on 01566 777369) with tickets priced at £10.
To book your ticket, contact the box office on 01566 785386 or visit www.wegottickets.com/event/380687