“Her masterful control of the instrument would be enough to earn it a galaxy of stars.” – Herb Boyd, Downbeat
“Stunning. This is what you find flying through clouds.” – Australian Music Prize
Audrey Powne returns to Australia for Melbourne and Sydney to launch her acclaimed debut LP From The Fire
Returning to Melbourne for her first headline show in almost two years, producer and multi-instrumentalist Audrey Powne is playing shows this October for the Melbourne International Jazz Festival and Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival this October. Ahead of her homecoming, she is releasing a double vinyl remix album of her debut LP ‘From The Fire’, a treasure trove of sonic brilliance featuring both new and released interpretations of her tracks, out Friday 4 October via UK label BBE.
Performing ‘From The Fire’ in its entirety for the first time with a full band and string quartet, Audrey Powne will take to the stage at Brunswick’s Howler on Thursday 24 October as a part of Melbourne International Jazz Festival 2024, with support from local jazz pianist and composer Barney McAll with Daniel Merriweather and Rita Satch. Bringing to life her hook-laden synth-pop and long-form cinematic soundscapes, the band and Audrey will also be performing the album at the Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival at Johnson St Jazz on Thursday 31 October.
Lauded by legendary BBC Radio 6 presenter and tastemaker Gilles Peterson, From The Fire has reached audiences across the UK and Australia, including community and National radio across the country. The new remix pack features a soulful interpretation from DJ and producer Joe Claussell, inspired by the album cut ‘Souled Out’ for three remixes, highlighting the unique elements of Audrey’s original production. ‘Joaquin’s Deep Version’ merges the bassy textures of a vintage King Tubby dub with vibrant percussion and dance-inducing beats, ‘Joaquin’s Sacred Rhythm Mix’ weaves together sonic layers that culminate in a boogie-style crescendo, a dancefloor essential, and ‘The Cosmic Arts Interpretation Mix’ completes the trinity expertly with an enchanting downtempo mix, seasoned with orchestral and percussive elements. Joining Joe Claussell’s trio are the released renditions of ‘Feed The Fire’ from legendary deep house producer Atjazz and the dynamic New York duo musclecars.
From The Fire out now via BBE
Remix Pack out Friday 4 October via BBE
Alongside her solo work, Audrey’s performances with notable acts such as Maceo Parker, Midnight Oil, Paul Grabowsky and The Teskey Brothers have cemented her position as one of Australia’s most in-demand musicians. Her work in global and local jazz scenes jazz and soul scenes has seen her lead various pop/RnB projects Leisure Centre and Au Dré as both a vocalist and trumpeter, embarking on numerous co-writing and string-arranging collaborations with local artists Thndo, Kylie Auldist and The Wanderers. Her debut LP has seen Audrey embrace all evolutions as a musician and composer, and unleash her unprecedented creative vision.
Don’t miss your opportunity to witness the Australian premiere of From The Fire.
Upcoming Australian Shows:
Melbourne International Jazz Festival
Thursday 24 October
Howler, Naarm/Melbourne, VIC
Supports: Barney McAll with Daniel Merriweather and Rita Satch
Line-up:
Audrey Powne- Vocals/Keys/Trumpet
Myka Wallace- Drums
James Bowers- Keys
Sam Anning- Bass
Madeleine Jevons – Violin 1
Nat Mavridis – Violin 2
Anthony Chataway- Viola
Jack Ward – Cello
Tickets
Thursday 31 October
Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival
Annandale Creative Arts Centre, Eora/Sydney, NSW
