This show has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
HARMANIAX! play Martha Salt Saturday 17th December 2022.
Martha Salt presents the crazy Christmas dance party mayhem of HARMANIAX! Inspired by Cajun, Zydeco and Blues music, the five piece brings you the colour and rhythms of Louisiana and the Southern Delta. Lead by Billy Abbot on vox and washboard, you’ll hear jumpin’ fiddle , swampy accordion, down-home guitar and that big double bass. This Christmas dance party cannot be missed.
Laugher, fun, dancing to the styles of the South. What a way to bring in some end of year cheer at Martha Salt! See you there!
The HARMANIX! are:
Billy Abbott (Crawfish Dave, Dili Allstars) Lead vocals/soulful clarinet and snappy washboard: Billy hales from the land of the original Kelpy’s (Jedburgh Scotland) and has played all over the world including Edinburgh festival, Byron Blues, East Timor Tour of duty and brings a wealth of experience and his own style of musicality.
Paul Jonas (Pheasant Pluckers, Fire & Theft to name a couple) Violin and vocals: one of Melbourne’s finest players. He melds his unique style of bowing and picking to produce a truly original sound that you can kick your heels up to.
Nick Thorpe (Prayerbabies) Double Bass/vocals: adds his drive to the sound with his beat. His angelic voice stand on its own along with adding to the overall sound with beautiful harmonies.
Geoff Le Blanc (the Cajun Aces) brings true Cajun royalty with his beautiful accordions and some original bayou inspired tunes.
Paul Dalby (Prayerbabies) guitar and vocals is an understated guitar genius. He adds originality and virtuosity and although he likes to be in the shadows his playing makes him stand out.
Together they form the Harmaniax!. The five piece band bring their individual musical talents and experiences playing at festivals such as Port Fairy, Folk Rhythm and Life, Thredbo Blues, Nhil music and venues like the iconic Rainbow and Lomond hotels in Melbourne.
You are welcome to bring your own dinner/snacks whilst the Bowlo kitchen is not in operation.