Multi-award-winning musician Thom Swift will perform at the Inverness Arts Centre to launch their Summer Concert Music Series in Inverness, NS this Thursday, June 10 at 7pm.
Chosen by CBC as one of Canada top singer-songwriters in 2009, Swift released his latest album blue sky day (GroundSwell/Warner) in February. Since its release, he has performed at the Olympics in Vancouver, Folk Alliance in Memphis, the East Coast Music Awards in Sydney and Canadian Music Week in Toronto. He also performed several full band shows throughout the Maritimes and toured Ontario with JP Cormier.
blue sky day was produced by Swift and Halifax-based engineer/producer Charles Austin. It features 11 original songs and a cover of “No Depression In Heaven” and offers Swift’s distinctive blend of roots, blues, folk and rag style.
“…impressive guitar work and soulful baritone voice.” – Canadian Musician
“…a world class singer/songwriter album.” – The Daily Gleaner
“He’s a skilled tunesmith, a great lyricist and a fine guitar player.” – The Guardian
Tickets for the show are available by calling (902) 258- 2533. Seating is cabaret style with a cash bar. Other performers to appear during the series include Lisa Cameron, Carmel Mikol and Norma MacDonald on Friday, June 25th; Fiddler Chrissy Crowley on Thursday, July 15; Michael Brennan Thursday, August 5, and the Transatlantic Zodiac Ensemble Thursday, August 26.
For more information, visit: invernessarts.ca
