Search - Iain Campbell Smith :: Ballads and Barsongs

In this his second US release, Iain Campbell Smith turns his attention away from the South Pacific conflict towards his new home here in the United States. There are touching duets interspersed with comic snapshots of modern America from the viewpoint of a bemused interloper. The recording features Australian upright bassist Liz Frencham and Jon Jones (Eric Bogle Band) and backing vocals from Katie Graybeal and Brian Gundersdorf (We're About 9) among others. Smith has been recognized for his songwriting accomplishments including being named winner of the 2006 Plowshares Songwriting Competition. He has appeared on Rich Warren s Folkstage; featured at The Birchmere in Alexandria, VA, headlined at the Forksville Folk Festival, and been guest on Gene Shays show on WXPN. His songs range from deep gravity to extreme comedy His live performances have earned descriptions from Australia s answer to Billy Bragg to Loudon Wainwright meets Noel Coward .