Dave Hole is Australia’s premier internationally successful bluesman and highly acclaimed slide guitar virtuoso. He burst onto the international scene when his first album, “Short Fuse Blues” was picked up by America’s most prestigious blues label, the Chicago- based Alligator Records. He has since released a further nine critically acclaimed albums and is an Australian ARIA award winner.
Dave’s explosive live show and innumerable tours of the U.S. and Europe have solidified his stature as one of the very best blues guitarists playing today and have earned him accolades from around the globe. He has headlined festivals in America and all across Europe.
Dale Hole's website
Dave welcomes special guest artist, guitar legend Geoff Achison as support act for this show.
Renowned for his fiery guitar work, soulful voice, and genre-blending sound, Geoff Achison is a celebrated blues-roots artist from Australia whose music continues to resonate with fans around the world. With a career spanning over three decades, Geoff has earned a global reputation for his electrifying performances, inventive guitar style, and heartfelt songwriting.
Drawing on a rich tapestry of influences—blues, funk, soul, acoustic folk, and roots-rock—Geoff first made his mark as lead guitarist for legendary Australian bluesman Dutch Tilders before stepping out to form his own band, The Souldiggers. His debut album Big Machine dropped in the early ’90s, launching a long and successful journey across the USA, UK, and Europe.
His playing has drawn comparisons to greats like Eric Clapton, JJ Cale, and The Allman Brothers Band, and he’s racked up numerous accolades for his musicianship along the way, including the prestigious Albert King Award at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.
Geoff Achison's website
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