A one-man-band/multi-instrumentalist who plays guitars, Yidaki (didgeridoos), Weissenborn slide guitars, stomp box, harmonica, and percussion. In 2002, Rudd released his debut album in Australia, To Let, which was followed by Solace and in 2004 by Food in the Belly. Rudd collected a string of gold and platinum sales awards for his albums and DVDs.
His popularity and reputation have begun to mushroom for a string of conscious, heartfelt songs and an impressive stage show that finds him performing those songs' guitar, didgeridoo and various percussion parts simultaneously-using a unique set-up that finds him literally surrounded by his various instruments and singing from behind a stand holding three didgeridoos (of different keys).
The past few years have been a whirlwind for the singer. In between sold-out tours in Europe, Australia and the U.S., he's supported the likes of the Dave Matthews Band, Jack Johnson and Ben Harper, and has been working on the film score for fellow-surfer and Rudd-enthusiast Matthew McConaughey's Surfer Dude, co-starring Woody Harrelson and Willie Nelson. In the meantime, he's earned a reputation as a great Australian activist, advocating for indigenous rights and environmental responsibility.
Dallas Frasca, one of Australia's best roots and rhythms performers, joins Xavier Rudd as a special guest through out the tour. For Australian fans that have in the past caught Xavier Rudd at festivals and in theatres, the Dark Shades of Blue tour is an opportunity to experience his in a more intimate setting. You don't want to miss it.
Having toured North Queensland a number of times, Rhythmic Beats welcomes Xavier Rudd back to the region!
