Sunday 16 June, 4pm
Mozart Hall, 2 Gilles St, Tickets $10
A panel of songwriters perform their work and join to discuss the songwriting process.
Gabby Steel
Gabby is a singer-songwriter powerhouse, leaving audiences spellbound with her enthralling stage presence and striking vocals, as she weaves a tapestry of soul, pop, and jazz influences into her music to create a sound that is both fresh yet familiar. At the heart of Gabby's musical prowess is her honest and authentic approach to songwriting.
In 2019, the Geelong musician released her debut, self-titled EP filled with evocative lyrics that tackle big issues from mental health, gun violence, to bullying. Gabby has gone on to release a second EP titled Scuttle in 2022 and was recently joined by her rockin’ girl band for the release of her latest work, The Urge Will Pass EP.
Gabby has cemented her reputation as a rising star in the Australian music scene. www.gabbysteelmusic.com
Matt Neal
Matt Neal (AKA 'The Doctor') has been part of Warrnambool's music scene for 25 years. With 21st Century Ox, he opened for Something For Kate and The Superjesus, and won songwriting awards.With Doctor & The Apologies, he scored Double J airplay and supported Painters & Dockers and Dr Colossus. With The 80 Aces, he worked with ARIA-winning producer Steven Schram, got played on triple j and Rage, and supported You Am I and Hoodoo Gurus. Across rock, country, punk, and pop, Matt has proven himself to be a talented songwriter and performer.
https://linktr.ee/mattneal
Don Cowling
Don Cowling is a popular local singer-songwriter and guitarist. He has won numerous national awards and been a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting competition four times. He writes ballads and stories from Australia (and other less significant countries}. He has been performing since he was young and released several albums.