Dusty Sessions is all about bringing folk, blues, and soul music together for an intimate evening of self-expression.

Welcome to Dusty Sessions Volume 15

We are extremely excited to be back at The Brunswick Green on our favourite fairy-light strewn stage, with another stellar line-up of Melbourne talent!

We acknowledge that this event will be taking place on stolen land, and pay respects to the traditional custodians; the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. Sovereignty was never ceded, and we still have a long way to go to make equality our reality. Part of every ticket sold to this event will be donated to the Pay The Rent organisation in Victoria, who run community projects and offer aid to first nations people.

Yaru:

Arash Salavatian, also known as Yaru, is an Iranian-Australian poet, musician & design specialist based in Melbourne (Naarm). Since his migration to Australia in 2012, he has been deeply engaged in exploring cultural diversity and the challenges of diaspora through his art and activism. As a member of Feminista Melbourne, he actively contributes to the Women, Life, Freedom movement, focusing on women's rights in Iran and broader human rights issues in the Middle East. Alongside his daytime architectural practice, Yaru is also a poet and musician, currently working on his debut solo album slated for release towards the end of 2024.

Suzie So Blue:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6n2r6zg7Dsmr085J6Uf9hC?si=ngFf1XDWS6qR90pZzSiV6Q

Suzie So Blue is a singer-songwriter whose music delves deep into the heart of human emotions with just four strings and the truth. 

Blending the soulful essence of blues with the storytelling charm of country, Suzie's hypnotic tenor guitar style and evocative vocals create a mesmerising sonic tapestry. 

Influenced by luminaries like Yola, Amythyst Kiah, Tracy Chapman, Kate Wolf, Gillian Welch, Sierra Ferrell, Paul Kelly and Ben Harper, she weaves tales of love and life that resonate with Americana and dark folk enthusiasts. 

Suzie So Blue's music is a captivating journey through the landscapes of the human experience, where raw emotions and authentic storytelling come together to create a soul-stirring musical experience.

Suzie So Blue describes her music as "cathartic music for and from a damaged soul".

Cate Taylor:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4IbnCThrvdHDlJdgpcOx2i?si=G_e1--ciT7-sOYfDoSoz-Q

Cate Taylor is an award-winning, indie-folk/alt-country singer songwriter from

Melbourne. She has played festivals and venues in regional Australia and inner

Melbourne. Her music is rich, natural and grounded in contemplative, spacious

lyrics with a performance style that is authentic and engaging. Cate presents

delicately crafted, hauntingly beautiful songs, which reflect social, personal and

environmental themes.