Melbourne bluegrass outfit Mustered Courage challenge preconceptions of their much-maligned genre with their exquisite new single “Standing by Your Side”.
Now exquisite isn’t an adjective that I use lightly. However, I just can’t think of another word to describe the rich vocal harmonies and finger-picking guitar melodies celebrated on this track. Sublime? Delicious? I always thought bluegrass was the genre of inbred American Southerners, but this stunning track has seen me change my tune.
The quirky clip only adds to the song’s appeal. Seriously, who can resist a music video that puts street performers in the spotlight?
“Standing By Your Side” is the latest single lifted from Mustered Courage’s brand new album, Powerlines. The band is currently touring the album around the country. Here are all the places you can still see them play, including plenty of free gigs!
31 May 2013 – Clancy’s Fish Bar, Fremantle (FREE)
1 June 2013 – Indi Bar, Scarborough
2 June 2013 – Settlers Tavern, Margaret River (FREE)
7-10 June 2013 – Perisher Snowy Mountains of Music, Perisher Valley
15 June 2013 – Royal Mail Hotel, Goodna (12:30 pm – FREE)
15 June 2013 – The Joynt, Brisbane (8 pm)
16 June 2013 – Nimbin Hotel, Nimbin (FREE)
26 June 2013 – Yinnar Pub, Yinnar (SOLD OUT)
28 June 2013 – Molly Malones, Devonport (FREE)
30 June 2013 – Brookefield Margate, Margate (3 pm)
30 June 2013 – Republic Bar, Hobart (9 pm)