
Aaron Williams
After Dinner Speakers · Health, Lifestyle & Wellbeing · Inspirational

Australia’s secret musical weapon in international diplomacy
Health, Lifestyle & Wellbeing · Leadership · Mental Health & Wellness
Speaking fee
Available. $8.5k+Currently taking bookings. Canberra, ACT, AU · travels nationally
In 2008, Sydney Morning Herald critic Bruce Elder wrote “It is about time Australia caught up with Fred Smith.
This remarkable singer-songwriter – who at various times reveals influences that range from Paul Kelly via Lou Reed to Loudon Wainwright III to Leonard Cohen – keeps releasing amazingly accomplished albums.”
Fred Smith has been a favorite on the Australian festival circuit for years, much loved for his gentle wit, gift for story and melody, and sublime collaborations with Liz Frencham and The Spooky Men's Chorale. Now the rest of Australia is catching up with Fred Smith.
He was the subject of a recent Australian Story feature about his work in Afghanistan and on peace keeping operations in the war-torn islands of the South Pacific.
The title track from his acclaimed album, Dust of Uruzgan, has been covered by country music star Lee Kernaghan.
Fred’s book, The Dust of Uruzgan, was published by Allen and Unwin in 2016, and his 2020 album ‘Domestic’ has earned rave reviews.
Travel and accommodation are quoted separately at cost for events outside Canberra, ACT, AU. Virtual sessions are usually priced below the band above.

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