Anthony Hill, a singer songwriter from Newcastle, Australia began his musical career at the age of 11 with 3 years of classical guitar at the Conservatorium of Music, Newcastle. At 15, he bought his first steel string acoustic guitar and began his journey discovering the simple beauty of acoustic music. Anthony started writing his own music at 17 and began playing regular spots and festivals in the city with Newcastle band 'The Fables' and later 'Benign'.Since then Anthony has moved overseas and now lives in Salzburg, Austria with his Irish wife, Caitriona. When not tinkering with vintage aircraft for Red Bull, Anthony plays regular solo gigs with a mellow mix of original songs and also covers. He also plays regularly in a duo known as 'The Outlaws' covering the Austrian & German pub scene with his brother-in-law, Declan Rynne. The Outlaws put on an energetic and lively show with covers ranging from The Stones and The Beatles to Radiohead and David Gray.In 2007, in-between work and travel, Anthony recorded his debut solo album ''Long Time Coming'', consisting of mellow moods and acoustic sounds with a distinctly Australian feel. Anthony plays and sings all instruments and harmonies on the album. 'Long Time Coming' is Anthony's first solo project and has been a labour of love , a collection of songs that he has written and kept hidden away over the years.Anthony played a CD release gig in early 2008 in the Zirkelwirt in Salzburg and has played further gigs in Austria to promote the album. The highlight of these was playing support for Crowded House at their only Austrian show (Rockhouse, Salzburg) during their world tour.
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