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Halifax Progress Association at the Hali-pad the night of the Hillbilly Goats performance. Photo supplied
The Hillbilly Goats brought their unique blend of hillbilly, folk and roots music to Halifax on Wednesday 10th June, delivering an energetic night of live entertainment for music fans.
The performance came about after venue owner Michelle Richards crossed paths with the band’s frontman Bryce Wearne through years of involvement in the festival scene.
“I’ve been part of the festival scene with Bryce, the main guy of the Hillbilly Goats, for over 20 years,” Michelle said.
“I was very blessed to be part of the last festival with him, the Airlie Beach Music Festival, and he let me know he was going on tour around this time, so I invited him to perform.”
Known for their lively stage presence, the Hillbilly Goats had the crowd tapping their feet with their distinctive take on traditional hillbilly-inspired music.
The band features Bryce Wearne the who’s described as the heart and soul, and the backbeat of the band; on lead vocals, bringing a powerful multi-instrumental performance with drums played by his feet, harmonica, and strings including banjo, guitarand resonator.
Joining him are Fiona Passmore, Bryce’s ‘partner in crime’ on double bass, violin and vocals, and the amazing Nicola Grace on fiddle.
“It’s exactly like the name represents,” Michelle said.
“It’s some good old toe-tapping, good old jig dancing, hillbilly music.”
The night also featured support from the Halifax Progress Association, who assisted with event operations, along with food, drinks and raffles for attendees.
Following the performance, Michelle reflected on the success of the evening.
“What a night we had here, with The Hillbilly Goats rocking up the stage!” she said.
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