Tall Folk will celebrate the release of their album Wiser with a performance at Meow. Jack and Lara - both folk of notable height - joined songwriting forces in late 2020, finding in the duo a new space to explore the writing process. As a US-American import, Jack brings song-writing and Midwestern twang hardened in Americana tradition. Lara softens and juxtaposes the raspy edges with warm, resonant harmonies established through years in the Dunedin folk scene. Together, they have have pushed their unique brand of folk to new heights on their debut album Wiser, recorded by Tom Bell at Chick's Hotel in Port Chalmers. The record displays the duo's diverse, socially concious writing sensitiblities and a locally sourced band of seasoned players.
Wiser is released on January 14th followed by an eleven date national tour. Tall Folk will traverse both islands with their live duo set, presenting the tunes in their most intimate and honest form.
Joining them is Jenny Mitchell who is coming off her recent release Trouble Finds a Girl (produced by Tami Neilson). An artist who blends folk, alt-country and Americana into her own captivating style, this young kiwi songwriter, is dynamite, (Felicity Urquhart, ABC Australia). Described by Jesse Mulligan (RNZ) as an unapologetically country artist going from strength to strength, Jenny has graced dozens of festival stages including Australia’s Maldon Folk Festival, Nannup Festival and, of course, the Tamworth Country Music Festival. She is comfortable with a country twang or softly spoken ballad and is rapidly capturing fans across the globe with her song wrapped in wisdom and wit.
Doors at 7:30pm. Music at 8:00pm. Tickets on UTR for $12. Door sales $15. All governmental public health mandates followed.
