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Information/Bio:
Bruce is a major Australian songwriter and performer in the folk tradition. Performers of the calibre of Eric Bogle, Joe Dolce, Blackwood and a host of others have recorded Bruce Watson songs.

Bruce has received a swag of songwriting awards over his 20 year career. He has produced six albums of original songs, plus a songbook of his own compositions: “101 Songs”. He also appears on over a dozen compilation CDs alongside artists such as Yothu Yindi and Christine Anu.

He has a keen sense of the absurdities of life. Nothing is sacred, but many things are precious. A concern for people, the environment, reconciliation and for life's mysteries and ironies runs through his songs. His serious songs are both moving and challenging, and he is not afraid to tackle the hard issues.

His humour can be sharp - or at times just plain silly. Victims of Bruce's satirical pen range from Leonard Cohen to Kevin Rudd. Children also delight in Bruce’s antics, and songs about vampires, pirates, hippopotamuseseseses, tomato sauce, and the eternal question: “Are we there yet?”

The Bruce Watson Trio joins Bruce’s talents with the musical genius of Lyndal Chambers and Brian 'Strat' Strating (ex-Boola Boola & Great Southern Band), adding richness and punch to Bruce's songs.

His act is one to be seen as well as heard, with plenty of action on stage and audience involvement. Bruce will make you laugh, cry - and think.

You can find out more about Bruce and hear samples of his music at www.brucewatsonmusic.com

Past performances: The Boite, Woodford Folk Festival, Port Fairy Folk Festival, Maldon Folk Festival and many many more ...

more info: http://www.brucewatsonmusic.com

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