Number seven on the Road to Port Fairy is regular visitor to Port Fairy and Australia, English folk musician John Smith.  Taking us through his start as a professional musician and the plaudits that followed in his 20s, he tells us about the beginnings of his musical adventures, performing with his heroes around the world, and the life changing discovery of Nick Drake.  Diving into his lyrics, John delves into his songwriting process and various collaborations and producers he has worked with throughout his journey, and how his inspiration can’t be forced.  He tells us about debuting his song ‘The Living Kind’ for the first time at his last visit to Port Fairy and hearing the audience singing back at him for the first time.  John returns to the Folkie in 2025 - get your tickets now!

Thanks to the legendary Southern Ocean Sea Band for providing their track ‘Whaler’s Rig’ and our wonderful host, Frank Davidson.