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Hannah Macklin returns to the touring circuit with a new body of work; a sneak peek into what’s to come from her next studio release (succeeding her 2023 LP, “Mu”).
Hannah will be offering audiences on the tour an exclusive free download of her own “Scarab Beetle” mantra; a carefully crafted and researched vocal mantra designed to activate the Third Eye Chakra. The mantra is one of seven which she will release sometime in 2025 under her teaching practice’s name, “Shen Place”.
Hannah herself takes up the bass for these shows and is joined by Magandjin heavies Brandon Mamata (guitar) and Sam Mitchell (drums) who together, pull a dynamic trio sound blending jazz, prog, hip-hop, R&B and world influences to present Hannah’s newest body of work, which is steeped in themes of Dreaming, regeneration, God, love and the cosmos.
Not one to shy away from exploring controversial, spiritual and cross-continental themes, song titles include “Hudna” (Arabic for “Ceasfire”); “Samādhi” (Sanksrit for “a state of meditative consciousness”); and “Yuya Karrabura” (a teaching from the late poet, activist and Ndjebbana woman Alice Eather, meaning “fire is burning”).
The main support slot will be played by Matty Witney. After spending eight years
immersed in Chicago’s vibrant music scene, collaborating with many talented
musicians and leading his band Dried Spider, Matty Witney has returned to Australia to focus on a life guided by inner peace. As a solo artist, Matty takes on the role of a
soulful and curious troubadour. His songs are intricate, thoughtful, and carefully
crafted, blending influences from soul, folk, and jazz.
The night will be opened by the enchanting and melancholy songstress AYLA.
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Hannah Macklin Biography
Hannah Macklin is a multifaceted and highly accomplished artist (vocalist, writer, performer) and producer/creative director who has been creating and performing original music and video, as well as educating and collaborating with a remarkable array of people for over a decade. Winner of the 2016 Grant McLennan Fellowship, Hannah spent 3 months in NYC in 2017 (a city she’d visited twice prior) on an artistic pilgrimage, collaborating with Ray Angry (The Roots) and members of Solange’s band.
She has supported well known Australian band Hiatus Kaiyote (and worked with several of its members), Peaches (USA), Ibeyi (USA), Katie Noonan, Cody ChesnuTT and Fatima (UK). She has also recorded session vocals for Regurgitator, Emma Donovan, BIGYUKI (USA/Japan), Jaala, Laneous, Sampology, Allysha Joy, Barney McAll, Tom Thum and Paul Mac.
Hannah has used several aliases for her original projects, performances, and releases, including “MKO” and “MKO Sun”, (Meanjin, 2012-2016), “Bastard Amber” (Naarm, 2017-2019) and “Laik” (Meanjin, 2019-2021). All releases have now been re-branded under Hannah Macklin.
Hannah advocates for diversity and dreaming and seeks to keep striving towards these as constants in her work. She is as passionate about equality and healing as she is about creation. A graduate of QLD Conservatorium of Music (Jazz Voice), her vocal stylings are greatly influenced by black music and she likes to remain open to discussion about this; however Hannah’s taste extends across pop, rock, electronica and alternative styles. She also delves into researching and transcribing traditional music from cultures outside of Australia.
Hannah currently facilitates two vocal ensembles at the QLD Conservatorium of Music as well as running her own private vocal practice, “Painted Tongue Studio”. Hannah has performed at the Sydney Opera House, The Hordern Pavilion (Sydney - for Mardi Gras
2016) and GoMA (Brisbane) as well as the following:
• Brisbane International Jazz Festival (2023)
• BrisAsia Festival (2023)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2022)
• BrisAsia Festival (2022)
• Brisbane Festival (2022, 2021, 2020)
• Yonder Festival (2020)
• Adelaide Jazz Festival (2019)
• Festival of Jewish Arts and Music (2019)
• White Night, Melbourne (2019)
• Melbourne Music Week (2019)
• Jungle Love Festival (2016)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2015)
• Concrete Jungle (2015)
• Vivid Festival, Sydney (2014)
• CMJ Music Marathon, NYC (2014)
• Melbourne International Jazz Festival (2014)
• Falls Festival (2013)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2013)
• Big Day Out (2012)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2010)
• Shanghai World Expo (2010)
• Melbourne International Jazz Festival (2009)
Read MoreShe has supported well known Australian band Hiatus Kaiyote (and worked with several of its members), Peaches (USA), Ibeyi (USA), Katie Noonan, Cody ChesnuTT and Fatima (UK). She has also recorded session vocals for Regurgitator, Emma Donovan, BIGYUKI (USA/Japan), Jaala, Laneous, Sampology, Allysha Joy, Barney McAll, Tom Thum and Paul Mac.
Hannah has used several aliases for her original projects, performances, and releases, including “MKO” and “MKO Sun”, (Meanjin, 2012-2016), “Bastard Amber” (Naarm, 2017-2019) and “Laik” (Meanjin, 2019-2021). All releases have now been re-branded under Hannah Macklin.
Hannah advocates for diversity and dreaming and seeks to keep striving towards these as constants in her work. She is as passionate about equality and healing as she is about creation. A graduate of QLD Conservatorium of Music (Jazz Voice), her vocal stylings are greatly influenced by black music and she likes to remain open to discussion about this; however Hannah’s taste extends across pop, rock, electronica and alternative styles. She also delves into researching and transcribing traditional music from cultures outside of Australia.
Hannah currently facilitates two vocal ensembles at the QLD Conservatorium of Music as well as running her own private vocal practice, “Painted Tongue Studio”. Hannah has performed at the Sydney Opera House, The Hordern Pavilion (Sydney - for Mardi Gras
2016) and GoMA (Brisbane) as well as the following:
• Brisbane International Jazz Festival (2023)
• BrisAsia Festival (2023)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2022)
• BrisAsia Festival (2022)
• Brisbane Festival (2022, 2021, 2020)
• Yonder Festival (2020)
• Adelaide Jazz Festival (2019)
• Festival of Jewish Arts and Music (2019)
• White Night, Melbourne (2019)
• Melbourne Music Week (2019)
• Jungle Love Festival (2016)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2015)
• Concrete Jungle (2015)
• Vivid Festival, Sydney (2014)
• CMJ Music Marathon, NYC (2014)
• Melbourne International Jazz Festival (2014)
• Falls Festival (2013)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2013)
• Big Day Out (2012)
• Woodford Folk Festival (2010)
• Shanghai World Expo (2010)
• Melbourne International Jazz Festival (2009)
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