2012 began with some really exciting news for me. I have been invited to an official showcase at the 24th International Folk Alliance in Memphis Tenneesee! Thats MEMPHIS, home of "Sun Studio" where Elvis, in 1953, walked in and told them "I dont sound like nobody" and proceeded to put down "Thats Alright Mama". Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis launched their careers from there. Then theres STAX marking the beginning of Soul Music and recording Otis Redding, Al Green, Aretha Franklin. The songwriting team of Isaac Hayes and David Porter producing "Soul Man" and more. Graceland. .I'll stop there and yes, i am counting down the days. The Folk Alliance conference is on from February 22 to Feb 26 at the Marriott Hotel and my official showcase is on Saturday Feb 25 at 7 30 in the Memphis room. I am also playing a number of private showcases.

I will attempt to keep a bit of a photo diary of the happenings over there so if you go on to my Facebook link and become a friend, LIKE my bandpage, you can come along for the ride. The Yearlings, who made TIME with me, are also doing an official showcase, so i feel very blessed to have them over there to share the adventure.

Hope 2012 is off to a great start for you and looking forward to catching you at a show somewhere soon.

Love Sara

 

The band and i have clocked up thousands of ks on my little Mazda, and yes it is possible to fit three musicians and their gear and an upright bass in one small car (comfort not being a huge consideration). Huge thanks to all who came to the shows and bought the album and just generally encouraged and supported our work. To the communities of Mullumbimby, Wingham and Semaphore, long may your festivals reign, we had a brilliant time. To venues who support original music, thanks so much for having us, we have had a ball. I stayed up far too late (or didnt get to bed at all), drank way too much and generally had a ridiculously good time and i think its probably a good time to get home to the family and plot and scheme for 2012. May you all have a magical Christmas and may the New Year be filled with laughter, love and adventure. Huge thanks for coming along for the ride and looking forward to seeing you in 2012. Much love, Sara x

 Very excited to receive news that "GOLDEN" from the new album "TIME" is placed at  #6 on Amraps Airit chart. Check it out at http://airit.org.au/airit/home.php
 In fine company alongside Busby Marou, Katie Noonan, and Lanie Lane. Community Radio Rocks! Support your Community Radio.

 Well the tour is off and running. After the fabulous local launch at The Drill Hall in Mullum it was down to Yamba for the Old Kirk Concert. Such a beautiful little venue with a very up close and personal vibe. Then i flew to Adelaide for the Semaphore Festival. Had a hoot there with The Yearlings and most of our shows were alongside the legendary Broderick Smith and Matt Walker. Inspired and inspiring. On the night of my album launch at the Semaphore RSL we were treated to a great show from the Fiddle Chicks and the Very Janes. Was the first time The Yearlings and i had played the album together outside of the recording and it felt great! Richard "Judge" Coates came along and sat in with piano accordion on a few of the songs he had played on the album. Happy days. Last day in SA was a gig on the foreshore at Semaphore. Sun was shining and a great crowd had gathered for the day. Flew home utterly tired and satisfied.
Coming up on the weekend is Wingham Akoostik Festival. Playing this as a trio with Matt Bone on upright bass and Jason Caspen on drums. We played this line-up as support for Tex Perkins and the Dark Horses on Saturday and went down a treat. Hope to see some of you there.

The first show of  Sara's new album "TIME" is on tomorrow night at the Mullumbimby Drill Hall from 7 30pm. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door. There will be tea, coffee and cake available. The night features Sara on guitar and ukulele, Azo Bell on electric and steel guitar, Matt Bone on upright bass and Brendan Drinkwater on drums. No doubt there will be a few surprise guest appearances. Cant wait!!!!

 Ladies and Gentlemen,

Today is the day you can go out and grab yourself a copy of "TIME" from your favourite music store. It's been quite a journey for me with this album and i am looking forward to hearing what you think of it.

The physical copies of the Album have arrived and are currently being sent to all corners of the country. Here's the press release for the album.

Hoping to get the pressing of 'Time' back this week!!!!