At just 25, musician Angus Gill is already the proud owner of a Golden Guitar award and multiple ARIA topping albums. The country musician brings his Departure & Arrival Tour to Harmonie German Club in Narrabundah on Friday 28 April. Gill caught up with CW’s Jessica Cordwell to discuss music and achievements ahead of the show.

1. How did you get started with music?

I started singing around the house from an early age, but I first picked up the guitar around age seven. A retired professional country singer, William Lane, lived around the road and taught me to sing and play at the same time. I soon performed at the local country music clubs and school assemblies. I was invited to perform with Adam Harvey at 10 and after the buzz of the crowd that night, there was no looking back.

2. You’re releasing a second album with Paul Kelly’s touring band. Tell us about it.

I actually met them all through Steve Earle; he toured with them out here several years ago. Shortly after, I was listening to Paul Kelly’s Life is Fine and I just loved the organic band sound of that record. I thought what if I made a record with those guys? We released 3 Minute Movies in 2020, which explored new territory for me.

Last year, I had a bunch of songs for an album, and I thought, ‘I think this is a second Seasons of Change record’.

3. What can audiences expect at your show?

My good friend, the legendary fiddle player Pixie Jenkins, is joining me on tour. Pixie and I are both entertainers and comedians. There’s lots of laughs, some poignant, tender and high energy moments.

4. Any career highlights so far?

I’m very grateful to have won my first Golden Guitar last year, had eight number-one radio singles, an ARIA Award nomination, and several ARIA chart topping albums to my name. I’ve also supported Kris Kristofferson and I’m one of the youngest Australians to have performed on the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee. I feel very blessed for these opportunities.

5. What’s next?

More touring and I’m looking forward to releasing my new record, Departure & Arrival, in August.

Some answers have been condensed for publication.

See Angus Gill at Harmonie German Club, Friday 28 April 7.30pm; eventbrite.com.au

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