Harry Manx has been one of the most successful international touring musicians ever to grace stages in Australia.
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The explanation is simple. Harry’s created his own genre, often referred to as the ‘Mystissippi Blues’. His mesmerizing sound is an organic fusion of eastern musical traditions with the Blues. The result is an expressive, moving and unforgettable new world.
His unique toolbox is a fascinating range of conventional acoustic and electric guitars, banjo, harmonica, stomp box, and the Mohan Veena, created by Harry’s Indian mentor Vishwa Mohan Bhatt.
His award-winning songs ‘create musical short stories that wed the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas’.
A worldwide festival favorite, Harry’s 14 albums and ceaseless touring have seen him earn a slew of Maple Leaf, Juno and Canadian Folk Awards, nominations, and accolades from musicians and fans worldwide.
In February 2013, Harry’s 20-stringed Mohan Veena, was stolen from an airport carousel in Chicago. By the next day over 3 million people and the AP news service had spread the word and put Harry and his little-known instrument on the world map! Global relief ensued when police found the culprit and Harry was reunited with his Mohan Veena.
He will be performing all the hits from his latest album 20 Strings and the Truth.
“This recording is unique in that it’s mostly instrumental,” Harry said.
“When I initially began preparing this CD I wanted to lean on the melodies, rhythms and notes more than the words in order to create new musical soundscapes. I used sounds that spoke to the emotions that words wouldn’t allow me to express.
“The music of this CD sits closer to silence in all it’s depth and simplicity than most of what I’ve done in the past.”
He said it’s a snapshot of attempting to reflect his world in all its intensity and beauty.
“A reflection of trying to find and portray the truth as I know it, a reflection of my own journey as a dharma bum, a love junkie, a seeker, a wanderer in the inner world...... that’s my music. It’s spiritual; it’s the Blues.”
Harry will be accompanied by Sydney-based pianist Clayton Doley when he performs at Club Sapphire, on Saturday, November 5.
Tickets are $49 and can be purchased by contacting the club on 6495 1306. This is a $15+ event.