Saturday 3 January

From 6pm

Al McLeod is an Australian musician, guitarist and songwriter based in Northern NSW/Mid North Coast.

With a sincere passion for music and truth, Al McLeod exudes a luminance of pure joy and gratitude for his deep connection to his guitar and the autobiographical stories that have sprung from its strings, whilst inspiring him on countless journeys that have crossed the globe spanning Australia, USA, Mexico, Cuba, Japan, Europe and Southern Africa.

• Al McLeod is a natural on guitar. He talks through his music in a natural and exciting way. Always aware of the bigger picture, he plays his part to complement the sound. And when it is his turn to shine he can turn up the heat effortlessly. His mastery of the guitar really comes alive when he is soloing. Warwick Porter – Wazinator Stompbox http://www.wazinator.com

Born & raised in a loving home surrounded by the sounds of Blues, Rock ‘n’ Roll and much more, Al was exposed to rehearsals in the family home, live shows and his father’s extensive record & guitar collection. His Father, Steve McLeod, a well-known accomplished guitarist and songwriter in his own right. https://www.facebook.com/thejukejointway/

Cutting his teeth on the local music scene of Lismore & Byron Bay in mid-late 90’s, McLeod found himself surrounded by a healthy and diverse community of musicians & artists, from blues jams to folk circles, world music parties to jazz gigs, immersing himself deep into this colourful landscape. Inevitably leading him to study guitar under the wing of local guitarist Rick Nankivell at Northern Rivers Conservatorium, and at Lismore SCU with guitarist/lecturer Jim Kelly (Crossfire). These formative years allowed McLeod to developed a very distinct style of guitar playing that speaks from the soul.