Master storyteller and multi-instrumental award nominated Canadian Gordie Tentrees is coming to Humph Hall as part of his Australian tour!
This authentic road poet travels North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, UK & Ireland with 8 records behind him never repeating himself on stage. From Celtic Connections (Glasgow, Scotland) to the National Folk Festival (Canberra, AU) his ability to hold an audience, weave melody, while juggling the dark truth with comedic light is infectious.
Performed 750 concerts in 11 countries during the past 4 years alone with foot percussion, harmonica, resonator/acoustic guitar and masterful storytelling. His new release (8th) MEAN OLD WORLD is inspired by his journey navigating the child welfare system in Canada as both a foster child & foster parent. Influenced by touring with friends Fred Eaglesmith, Mary Gauthier, Steve Poltz & Kelly Joe Phelps, Tentrees is just getting started
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“Tentrees’ delivery is so relaxed and unpre- tentious it’s impossible to not get drawn into his world, sounding like a young John Prine” - No Depression
“In the rough cut vein of Kelly Joe Phelps or Fred Eaglesmith, Tentrees is gifted” - The Globe & Mail
“Majestic songwriting, genuine authenticity, incredible insight” - Americana UK
“Very superior songs on a terrific album, heartfelt and hysterical” - R2 Mag (5 stars)
“Sounds like an album Woody Guthrie or Bob Dylan might have done if they were starting out today” - Irish Post (4/5 stars)
“Majestic songwriting, genuine authenticity, incredible insight” - Americana UK
“The Whitehorse-based musician has been at it for a while now, and continues to demonstrate his skill as a storyteller” -Review from Gray Owl Point
“Tentrees delivery is so relaxed and unpretentious its impossible to not get drawn into his world." - No Depression
“There’s no question that he means-and understands-every word that he sings and every note that he plays." - Vue Weekly
“Gordie Tentrees is a musical force to be reckoned with no matter where he hails from” NNNN 4/5 - Brent Raynor NOW Magazine
