Inspired by their motto, “We Play We Sing We Fight,” the 2023 Australian Folk Music Awards and 23/24 ICMA finalists Haystack Mountain Hermits transport you to an acoustic world of sensational blood harmonies, coupled with the band’s fine musicianship, which will leave you spellbound as they weave traditional favorites and original songs into an unforgettable live performance. Each song they perform has been carefully crafted into a unique arrangement that showcases their exceptional musicianship and vocal skill.
This family band has graced the stages of some of Australia’s top festivals, including Dorrigo Folk & Bluegrass Festival, Groundwater, Gympie Music Muster, Illawarra Folk Festival (where they were honored with “Festival Find”), National Folk Festival, Tamworth Country Music Festival, Maleny Folk Festival, and Woodford Folk Festival. They were invited to perform at the iconic televised Currumbin Dawn Service and supported Paul Kelly at Rockin’ the Rainforest in Queensland.
Their latest release, the stunning commemorative video for “The Horses Stay Behind (One Last Ride)” on Anzac Day 2023, filmed with the assistance of the Australian Light Horse Association, was a 2024 semi-finalist in the prestigious International Songwriters Competition.
Haystack Mountain Hermits are rooted in tradition, but their gaze is fixed firmly on the future. This family can really sing, and they can really play. Whether they fight onstage depends on the day!