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The Water Runners hail from Kiama and Gerringong, South Coast NSW Australia, and have become a popular act at pubs, clubs, festivals and other events in the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, the Snowy’s, far South Coast, Sydney and beyond. They play a high energy blend of original, bluegrass-infused Australian folk that also draws on country, roots and traditional folk.John Littrich (guitar, vocals, harmonica) and Neil McCann (banjo, mandolin, backing vocals) have played in various bands and made music together for over 25 years. Together with friend Paul McGee, John and Neil have received many top 10 ASA (Australian Songwriters Association) song writing awards and were thrilled when UNICEF selected “Turn Down The Heat” to promote the State of the World Children’s Report. Neil formerly played with Australian folk legends, Wongawilli. In 2017, they were joined by Danita Harris on violin and sweet vocals. Danita has played in various bands including folk roots band Strung6teen and, more recently, the Garth Brooks Tribute Show.
The Water Runners sing songs of bushrangers, Aboriginal warriors, grisly murders and ghostly tales…as well as the odd song about love and, of course, love gone wrong. They especially love to sing about south coast (Dharawal and Yuin country) and look forward to bringing their special blend of music to somewhere near you soon. In the meantime, they’ll be writing more songs, performing wherever they can…and tuning the banjo!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
14 Alma Rd, New Lambton, NSW, Australia, New South Wales 2305, 14-18B Alma Rd, New Lambton NSW 2305, Australia,Newcastle, New South Wales
