Casey Radio's Storytellers (at the Bowlo)- Fred Smith
About
Australia has long celebrated Fred Smith on the festival circuit, but now audiences across the country are finally catching up with this extraordinary singer-songwriter. Praised by the Sydney Morning Herald as “a remarkable artist… keeping company with Paul Kelly, Lou Reed, Loudon Wainwright III and Leonard Cohen,” Fred has spent decades winning hearts with his gentle wit, masterful storytelling, and unforgettable melodies.Beloved for his collaborations with Liz Frencham and The Spooky Men’s Chorale, Fred has released ten acclaimed studio albums, including Dust of Uruzgan—whose title track has even been covered by Lee Kernaghan. A multiple NFSA National Folk Recording Award winner, Fred is renowned for his festival sets where no two performances are ever the same.
His extraordinary career was recently featured on ABC’s Australian Story, highlighting his work in Afghanistan and the South Pacific, and Allen & Unwin have published The Dust of Uruzgan, a fascinating exploration of the stories behind his acclaimed songs.
This is your chance to experience a true national treasure live—an intimate, one-of-a-kind performance from one of Australia’s most accomplished and beloved artists.
Date
Sunday 11 October 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (UTC+11)Location
Cranbourne Bowls Club
5 Grant Street, Cranbourne VIC 3977