Great Aunt is an Australian country folk duo - winners of the 2024 Folk Alliance Australia Artist of the Year (Duo) award. Comprising Megan Bird (mandolin, resonator, guitar, vocals) and Chelsea Allen (double bass, vocals, percussion), their music blends folk, bluegrass, and country with influences from their careers in punk, jazz, soul, and rock. Known for their soaring harmonies and weird and wonderful instrument pairings, the duo has played major  Australian festivals and iconic U.S listening rooms. Their debut album, ‘It's All Downhill From Here’, is due for release in early 2025.  

“An Australian duo you need to know..” – The Bluegrass Situation

Ripe is a group of music writers and photographers covering Australia’s best new music from a Melbourne perspective. Weekly charts, guest mixes and more.

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