The Lonely Brothers

After forming a little folk trio in high school, The Lonely Brothers have added members, played a bunch of festivals, released two records and steeped themselves into the WA music scene. They take honest folky songs and collide them with wine-tinged gypsy hobo rhythms and the high society of jazz and chamber music, creating an old-but-new sound.

Their latest release, a self-titled album, was written while leaving home for the big smoke, and touches on first love, the ocean, isolation and going crazy. It is the first release to include the expanded lineup of double bass and drums.

Other highlights for the Brothers have included appearing at Fairbridge Festival, Nannup Music Festival, Perth International Arts Festival, West Coast Blues & Roots Fringe and Nanga Folk Festival. They’ve also supported the John Butler Trio, Paul Kelly and Holly Throsby, as well as selling out the launch of their album at the Moore’s Building Arts Gallery.

After almost half a decade playing together, The Lonely Brothers recently took a hiatus to reinvigorate their souls, and get real jobs. They now re-emerge from their self-imposed exile with fresh ideas and a new fire in their bellies, ready to take on any audience that will have them.

“The Lonely Brothers’ sound wanders a softly downbeat folk acoustic style... monumentally tight.” - Drum Media

"Well, I'm giving my vote for the best band in Fremantle to the Lonely Brothers. Considering how much live local music I see thats probably worth something or other.” - Kulcha

"Jazz on your face! Folking your mum!" - anon.