Henry Wagons

Henry Wagons is a formidable artistic force: a songwriter, baritone, troubadour, broadcaster, storyteller and wildly entertaining live performer whose early work was instrumental in forging a place for outlaw country in Australia through the early 2000s. His genre-defying live shows incorporate heavy doses of twang, alt-folk, psychedelia, rock ’n’ roll and an ever-growing vine of twisted tales woven throughout.

Over more than two decades, Henry has carved out a singular career across every aspect of music and entertainment and remains very much at the peak of his powers. A multiple ARIA Music Awards nominee and AIR Awards winner, he first emerged as the frontman of alt-country outfit Wagons, forging his career through relentless touring, acclaimed albums, and sweat-and-tear-filled live shows balancing chaos, craft, dark humour and heart. Across 12 albums spanning both band and solo releases, Henry has built a body of work that is literate, melodic and cinematic, while collaborating with artists including Alison Mosshart (The Kills, The Dead Weather), Robert Forster (The Go-Betweens), Mr Hudson, Mick Thomas and many more.

Whether fronting a full band or commanding a theatre stage alone with little more than a guitar and that unmistakable voice, Henry possesses a rare ability to hold a room completely captive. His performances move fluidly between concert, conversation and late-night confessional: tender one moment, hilariously unhinged the next. From regional pubs and dusty country halls to major theatres and festival stages, Henry has become one of the most beloved and distinctive voices within Australia’s Americana and alt-country landscape.

“The new Prince of Country Noir” - CBC

“A shrewd showman and an equally savvy songwriter…Wagons makes sly rock ‘n’ roll that both intellectuals and pop fans can appreciate” - Nashville Cream

“Henry Wagons comes across like Nick Cave singing the Johnny Cash songbook” - Timeout NYC

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