Song and storytelling has long run through the genetics of Bradley Hall, a Nyiyaparli man from the remote Eastern Pilbara in Western Australia.
The much-anticipated fourth album by Bradley Hall Band will be recorded in late 2019 and is expected to grow his audience nationally with several collaborations currently being negotiated, alongside a relentless regional Australian touring schedule beginning in 2020.
Before he disappears into the studio though, Bradley and his band will be playing at WAMFest.
How has 2019 been for you as a musician?
It has been a pretty good ride. We have had a few new/ different opportunities arise including travelling over east and overseas.
Playing Tamworth Music Festival earlier this year must’ve been a career highlight?
It was awesome. I love country music and Tamworth had been on the [bucket] list for a while; I'm hoping to get back over there for the 2020 festival. I got to meet some great people over there too and great musicians.
You’ll be showcasing at WAMFest; what do you have planned for the show?
We plan to get everyone up and dancing to a mix of awesome country rock originals and covers. We always put on a pretty energetic show.
What does it mean to be part of an event like WAMFest?
It’s a cool opportunity to play at events like these alongside other local acts, we (other bands/ acts) all work so hard and WAMFest is a great way to showcase our work and of course, play our music. It was good to see some of our talented Indigenous musos on the programme too. Good on ya!
Who are a couple of other bands also playing WAMFest punters should know about?
Mate, that’s a hard one. So many great acts to see. But if I had to single out a few, I reckon The Little Lord Street Band and Flewnt; check out the other up and coming Indigenous acts too, there’s just so many to choose from.
The magic of storytelling through music; what first drew you to the art form of music?
It gave me a chance to tell my story or share other's stories; a lot of my songs are inspired by people's stories/journeys.
When did you know you had a special skill to entertain people via music?
When people started turning up to my shows, hahaha!
Tell us a bit about your recent tour of New Zealand?
New Zealand was a great experience for myself and the band to go over and do what we love (play and share music). We played at the Hokianga Country Music Festival, which ran over three days and at various venues in the Hokianga Harbour region. We had a blast and hope to make it back in 2020.
You’re an active supporter of original music, particularly musicians from the Pilbara region (and surrounding areas). How important is it to be able to assist the next gen of musos who don’t have a platform (yet) to share their music?
VERY. A lot of people don’t have the chance or get the chance to do the things I've been lucky enough to do. So for me, it’s about supporting them and giving back to the community. I like to support them as much as possible and do what I can.
Where are you at re: a new Bradley Hall album? Anything about the recording process that you can share?
So, I’ve got a few new songs in the pipeline. I’m in the process of recording a new album. This album will be a bit different, more modern and I’m excited to get it out there for everyone to listen to. This will be my fourth album.
What about 2020; any major plans in the works?
Well, hopefully we’ll be back to Tamworth, back to NZ and we will get a WA album tour happening.
What’s the last show you binge watched?
I like a laugh and so now at the moment for me, it’s 'GoggleBox'. I find it funny.
Anything else you’d like to add?
I hope all the acts kill it at WAMFest. To everyone coming, check out as many acts as possible, (including us ha) and have fun. And finally, just good luck to everyone at the WAMAwards.
