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Bio
Phil and Trudy Edgeley
are both Singers, Songwriters and multi-instrumentalist. Performing
together throughout Australia, UK, Europe and the USA, Phil & Trudy
encapsulate the dynamics of a great partnership on both a musical
and a personal level. Throw in a little humour and interaction with
the audience and the result is a show that draws the listener into
a new and exciting place.
Phil Edgeley's (Weissenborn, Acoustic, Resophonic Guitars/Vocals)
British Folk/Roots songwriting & music style infused with Trudy
Edgeley's (Acoustic Guitar/Ukelele/Peruvian Drum/Vocals) melting
pot of cultures.
Trudy's haunting vocals,
melodies, tropical tempos & tribal beats reflects not only her influences
and passion for her music, but also her desire to tell the stories
of her rich ancestery from the canefields of Far North Queensland
to the shores of Jamaica. This results in well crafted songs that
have the added interest of fascinating stories which have been seldom
told.
Phil has released 3 albums
to date, “This Life” (2005) “Then and Now” (2007) and “In the Blood”
(2011). Phil and Trudy's duo album, “OnePlusOneEqualsThree” (2014)
is their current work.
“A duo that really defines Roots music
– engaging & confrontational. A great experience".
Russell Morris
“There's a lot to love on these albums.
Beautiful folk blues guitar that seems to lie somewhere between
the delta and Soho in mid 60's, clear articulate vocal style and
a heartfelf songwriting voice that never wrong-foots itself. Trudy's
cajon really adds a new dimesion."
Shane Pacey (Bondi
Cigars, Shane Pacey Trio)
'Phil and Trudy Edgeley
have a created a magical brew of Folk, Blues and Roots. They have
weaved their musical spell across Australia, the UK, Europe and the
USA. Their performances are authentic conversations, stemming from
heavy roots set deep in fertile soil. We were first enlightened to
Phil's astounding skills as a singer/songwriter/guitarist through
his previous canon of tour de force albums, launched in two yearly
intervals over the past decade. Now adding Trudy's sublime percussion
to the mix there is a tangible synergy - their debut album is suitably
titled "1 + 1 = 3". In live performance you can hardly believe
your ears, with Trudy's world music influenced patterns within patterns
sometimes achieved seemingly by sleight of hand. The alchemy we witnessed
at their September 2014 Sydney gig was the purest playing we have
heard in ages. In our experience, that kind of 'third-eye' subtle
yet complex interplay is only possible when performing partners are
also life partners. The Phil and Trudy Edgeley experience is one that
transcends music into both a gentle reflection and passionate celebration
of Life - wondrous and earthy narratives evoked with fire and grace.
This is one of the great musical experiences Australia has to offer.’
Tim Huang & Calvin Welch - iHearMusic.com
Phil not only find the percussionist
of his dreams, but also a truly sublime singer-songwriter whose music
brought elements of gospel, work song, Pacific Islander, and Indigenous
melodies and rhythms to mix and match Phil's love affair with the
Mississippi Delta blues of the '30s through '50s, with a dash of British
traditional folk. They write separately, with Phil bringing nine to
Trudy's three songs to the table, with Muddy Waters' "Can't Be
Satisfied" and Curtis Mayfield's "People Get Ready",
the latter sung by Trudy, making up the baker's dozen plus one, so
Oneplusoneequalsthree is still pretty acoustic Delta blues-heavy,
and the contrast when Trudy steps forward adds another really powerful
layer to an amiable and, on the quiet, powerful collection.
Michael Smith, Rhythms Magazine
"Masterful guitarist and songwriter
who performs with great heart and passion"
Jim Conway
“Phil and Trudy combine Blues &
Roots with rhythmic patterns to make a powerful feast for the ears”
Brian Fraser
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Festivals to date...
Bendigo Blues & Roots Festival (2018, 2016, 2015)
Linton on Literary Arts (2018)
Two Worlds Festival (2018)
Bendigo Easter Festival (2018)
Tamworth Country Music Festival (2017)
Heart & Soul Showcase (Bendigo) (2017)
Goldmines Easter Super Show (Bendigo) (2017)
Hurricane Lamp Commeneration 150yrs(2017) Cultural Event
The End Festival (2018, 2017, 2016)
Palm Creek Folk Festival (2016)
Wintermoon Festival (2016)
The GosBlues Festival (2016)
Thredbo Blues Festival (2016, 2015, 2011, 2010)
Uranquinty Folk Festival (2016)
Airlie Beach Music Festival (2013)
Cairns Folk 'n' Roots (Cairns Festival) 2012
Darwin Blues Festival (2012)
The Blues Train, Queenscliffe (2012)
River of Art Moruya (2010, 2011)
Howden RibFest (UK) (2009)
Illawarra Folk Festival (2009)
Central Coast Blues Festival (2009)
Railway Blues Festival (2009)
Nimmitable Blues Festival (2008)
Davistown Blues Festival (2008)
Newcastle Blues Festival (2004, 2005, 2007)
Port Stephens Whales & Blues Festival (2007)
CoastFest (2007)
Mattara Festival (2006)
St Albans Folk Festival (2003, 2005)
Berry Blues Festival (2003, 2004)
Manly Folk Festival (2003)
Supports to date...
Russell Morris
Ian Moss
Tex Perkins
Jeff Lang
Ash Grunwald
The Backsliders
The Bondi Cigars
Eugene "Hideaway" Bridges (USA)
Andrew Winton
Glen Terry
The Stiff Gins
The Spikedrivers (UK)
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