Xavier Rudd: He Comes From The Land Down Under

Xavier Rudd is practically a one-man band. He plays his drums, his guitar and sings all at once, but with an extra-added Australian flair. He plays a mean didgeridoo.

With a jam band approach to what is essentially all him playing, Xavier Rudd performs with a purpose. Many of his songs are political or simply social commentary. With his songs being so liberal it does turn many people away, but even those who don’t agree with his politics can still appreciate the sound he has built.

He opened for the Dave Matthews Band in Mansfield; Massachusetts last summer and really enthralled the audience. The first 20 or so rows emptied to the front to dance as he jammed away.

Originally from Bell’s Beach in Australia (famous for it’s cameo in Point Break), Xavier Rudd has released several albums in Australia and has a growing fan base in the United States. He’s played at several festivals, such as Bonnaroo.

His last album was released in 2006, called White Moth. Since then he has been traveling around the world playing live shows. His shows have been sold out all across the country. He recently finished his latest US/Canada tour, but has definite plans to return.



Ian MacKechnie

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