Breaking Hart Benton play an original style of music they describe as 'new time / old time' - lyrically and melodically rich, modern day songs with traditional undertones and strong Celtic and Appalachian influences
Lyrically, Breaking Hart Benton seamlessly blends surrealist poetry with narrative style stories where Australian themes and observations can sit comfortably beside an old time murder ballad or protest song.
Instrumentally, the sound is shaped by the 'claw-
hammer' Appalachian mountain banjo style originating from West Africa and a Delta Blues and Celtic infused guitar style. These eclectic but historically coherent influences have created, in the words of Phil Young (3MDR, Melbourne) a “refreshingly old approach to new music.”
The originality and authenticity of the band is starting to gain recognition - a successful East Coast tour including supporting the renowned Irish folk singer Noriana Kennedy, a nomination as a Top10 finalist in the MusicOz Awards at the Opera House, and a spate of upcoming tour dates and festival appearances.
Keep an eye out for these young exponents of folk.
Lyrically, Breaking Hart Benton seamlessly blends surrealist poetry with narrative style stories where Australian themes and observations can sit comfortably beside an old time murder ballad or protest song.
Instrumentally, the sound is shaped by the 'claw-
hammer' Appalachian mountain banjo style originating from West Africa and a Delta Blues and Celtic infused guitar style. These eclectic but historically coherent influences have created, in the words of Phil Young (3MDR, Melbourne) a “refreshingly old approach to new music.”
The originality and authenticity of the band is starting to gain recognition - a successful East Coast tour including supporting the renowned Irish folk singer Noriana Kennedy, a nomination as a Top10 finalist in the MusicOz Awards at the Opera House, and a spate of upcoming tour dates and festival appearances.
Keep an eye out for these young exponents of folk.
About this track...
"A pensively atmospheric song that transports you to a new and contemplative realm".
Other tracks by Breaking Hart Benton: Everybody's Lonesome - My Michelle
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| Number Of People In Act | 4 Piece |
| State/Territory Artist Is Based In | QLD |
| City/Town/Region Artist Is Based In | Brisbane |
| Taken From The Release Titled | Breaking Hart Benton |
| Copyright Holder's Name | Breaking Hart Benton |
| Media Servicing Date | 2012-06-01 |
| Main Genre | Folk |
| Genre 2 | Country |
| Genre 3 | Alternative Country |
| Contains explicit lyrics or themes that may offend some listeners | No |
| Artist Official Web Site | http://www.breakinghartbenton.com |
| Artist Social Network Page | http://www.facebook.com/breakinghartbenton |
| Tour Start Month | 2012-06-23 |
| Content Provider | Amrap Unsigned |
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