A Quick Chat with Scott Darlow

Scott Darlow is a singer songwriter Yidaki player from Yorta Yorta country. He has released one solo album with a second due to release on October 27. The first single, Deadly Heart, was released on July 1 and is currently being played on radio around Australia. I’m currently touring all around Australia

Can you tell us a bit about your inspiration for your tour?

Anyone around in the 1980’s talks about how good Australia was in the 1980’s. Great rock bands in every frontbar. So I wanted to bring people together over a Jarrah boy  beer and some great rock and roll shows! 

What are your influences and how do they affect your songwriting?

U2, the Beach Boys, Beatles, Crowded House. It means I have a love of great storytelling and hooky Melodie’s, and hopefully songs that make a difference socially. 

What’s the creative process like for you?

I need something to say. And a story to tell, then a guitar or a piano. Search for the right chorus, cos it’s all about the chorus. Then flesh the story out. 


If you could change something about the Australian music industry what would it be?

Radio would actually play Aussie content. And stop living in constant fear. 

What do you think life would be like for you if you didn’t have music as an outlet? 

I’d probably have a lot more money. Hahaha really though, I’d need a lot more therapy! 

Is there anyone you would like to collaborate with?  Why?

Bono. He’s a beautiful story teller and has improved the lives of people worldwide massively. 

What’s your advice to young people who want to make a career for themselves in the industry? 

Write great songs. Write with other artists. It’s all about the songs. 

Who’s the most interesting person you’ve worked with/met?
Colin Hay. Incredible story teller and such a great life story. 

Any plans for a tour on the cards?
I’m on tour nationally right now for 4 months.
Visit www.Facebook.com/darlowScott for details 

DEADLY HEART REGIONAL TOUR

TUES AUG 1 | MCKILLOP COLLEGE, DARWIN NT | SCHOOL SHOW

WED AUG 3 | KIMBERLEY HOTEL, HALLS CREEK WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

FRI AUG 4 | ROEBUCK HOTEL, BROOME WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

MON AUG 7 |BROOME SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, BROOME WA | SCHOOL SHOW

THURS AUG 10 | ST LUKES COLLEGE, KARRATHA WA | SCHOOL SHOW

FRI AUG 11 | NORTH WEST BREWING CO, KARRATHA WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

SAT AUG 12 | CARNARVON RACE CLUB, CARNARVON WA | 18+ | AA | FREE ENTRY

SUN AUG 13 | FROTHCRAFT BREWERY, EXMOUTH WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

THURS AUG 17 | GERALDTON CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, GERALDTON WA | SCHOOL SHOW

FRI AUG 18 | GERALDTON CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, GERALDTON WA | SCHOOL SHOW

TUES AUG 22| PENRHOS COLLEGE, PERTH, WA | SCHOOL SHOW

WED AUG 23 | JOHN XXIII COLLEGE, MOUNT CLAREMONT WA | SCHOOL SHOW

THURSDAY AUG 24 | JUVENILE PRISON, CANNING VALE WA | PRISON

FRI AUG 25 | FROTHCRAFT BREWERY, BUNBURY WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

SUN AUG 27 | ROSEMOUNT HOTEL, NORTH PERTH WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

TUES AUG 29 | GEORGIANA MOLLOY ANGLICAN SCHOOL, BUSSELTON WA | SCHOOL SHOW

WED AUG 30 | MOUNT BARKER COMMUNITY COLLEGE, MOUNT BARKER WA | SCHOOL SHOW

FRI SEPT 1 | CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BUSSELTON WA | SCHOOL SHOW

FRI SEPT 1 | HAR BAR, DUNSBOROUGH WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

SAT SEPT 2 | HALLYS BAR, BUSSELTON WA | 18 + | FREE ENTRY

SUN SEPT 3 | 6 DEGREES BAR, ALBANY WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

TUES SEPT 5 | ALBANY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, ALBANY WA | SCHOOL SHOW

WED SEPT 6 | ESPERENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, ESPERENCE WA | SCHOOL SHOW

FRI SEPT 8 | LUCKY BAY BREWERY, ESPERENCE WA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

FRI SEP 15 | PORT LINCOLN HOTEL, PORT LINCOLN SA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

MON SEPT 18 | NAVIGATOR COLLEGE, PORT LINCOLN SA | SCHOOL SHOW

TUES SEPT 19 | WHYALLA STUART PRIMARY SCHOOL, WHYALLA SA | SCHOOL SHOW

WED SEPT 20 | MEMORIAL OVAL PRIMARY SCHOOL, WHYALLA SA | SCHOOL SHOW

THURS SEPT 21 | CORNERSTONE COLLEGE, MOUNT BARKER SA | SCHOOL SHOW

SAT SEPT 23 | PRETORIA HOTEL, PRETORIA SA | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

SUN SEPT 24 | ARKABAR, ADELAIDE SA | 18 + | FREE ENTRY

MON SEPT 25 | GOLDEN GROVE HIGH SCHOOL, GOLDEN GROVE SA | SCHOOL SHOW

FRI SEPT 29 | MENS PRISON, MOUNT GAMBIER, SA | PRISON SHOW

MON OCT 2 | GOOD NEWS LUTHERAN COLLEGE, TARNEIT VIC | SCHOOL SHOW

THURS OCT 5 | JUVENILE PRISON, TOWNSVILLE QLD | JUVENILE PRISON SHOW

MON OCT 9 | MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL, CAIRNS QLD | SCHOOL SHOW

TUES OCT 10 | PARADE COLLEGE, BUNDOORA VIC | SCHOOL SHOW

WED OCT 11 | KEPNOCK STATE HIGH SCHOOL, BUNDABERG QLD | SCHOOL SHOW

THURSDAY OCT 12 | FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL, PLAINLANDS QLD | SCHOOL SHOW

FRI OCT 13 | LEFTYS MUSIC HALL, BRISBANE QLD | 18+ | FREE ENTRY

WED OCT 18 | ST COLUMBAS ANGLICAN COLLEGE, PORT MACQUARIE NSW | SCHOOL SHOW

WED OCT 18 | ST COLUMBAS ANGLICAN COLLEGE, PORT MACQUARIE NSW | BAND SHOW PM, AA | Gold Coin donation (charity)

SAT OCT 21 | THE VANGUARD, SYDNEY, NSW | 18+ | TICKETS

SAT OCT 28 | THE CORNER HOTEL, RICHMOND VIC | 18+ | TICKETS

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