When it comes to music, most artists have a theme that features prominently in their work. For some, it can be a topic of heartache or happiness, while others may even strongly incorporate themes of humour, social consciousness, or education. Needless to say, almost every artist has a different approach to songwriting.
With American folk musician Trevor Hall hitting up Aussie shores next year as part of the Bluesfest festival, we’ve decided to take a look back at some of the artists who incorporate elements of spirituality at the heart of their music.
From Hall’s laidback, breezy tunes, to the soulful sounds of Erykah Badu, plenty of acts give listeners a spiritual journey thanks to their music. Add in the likes of a Sufjan Stevens, Xavier Rudd, and more, and you begin to realise just how common a theme spirituality is in music.
Check out our video on musical spirituality below, and read on for details of Trevor Hall’s Aussie tour.
Watch Artists bringing spirituality to the forefront of their music:
Trevor Hall Australian Tour 2019
Wednesday, April 17th, 2019
The Oxford Art Factory, Sydney, NSW
Tickets: Eventbrite
Thursday, April 18th, 2019
The Corner, Melbourne, VIC
Tickets: MoshTix
Also appearing at Bluesfest
Paul Kelly
Hozier
David Gray
Julia Stone
Gary Clark Jr.
Mavis Staples (Exclusive)
Flogging Molly
Meshell Ndegeocello
Ruthie Foster (Exclusive)
Shakey Graves
Anderson East (Exclusive)
Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
Samantha Fish (Exclusive)
The War And Treaty (Exclusive)
Mojo Juju
Caiti Baker
Deva Mahal (Exclusive)
Melody Angel
Hussy Hicks
Joining…
Jack Johnson (Exclusive)
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals (Exclusive)
Ray LaMontagne
George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic (Final Shows)
Snarky Puppy
Kasey Chambers
St Paul & The Broken Bones (Exclusive)
Nahko And Medicine For The People
Tommy Emmanuel
Colin Hay
Arlo Guthrie
Keb’ Mo’
Tex Perkins
Allen Stone
Richard Clapton
Russell Morris
Kurt Vile & The Violators
Vintage Trouble
The Black Sorrows
The California Honeydrops
Trevor Hall
I’m With Her
Larkin Poe
Irish Mythen
Elephant Sessions
Greensky Bluegrass
Rockwiz Live
Thursday, April 18th – Monday, April 22nd, 2019
Tyagarah Tea Tree Farm, Byron Bay, NSW
Tickets: Bluesfest
