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Biography

Rob Sawyer reflects a diverse scope of musical inspiration in his song writing from a raw organic blend of punk folk and hillbilly reggae through to foot stomping blues. His compelling sound, teamed with the well worn fret board of a much-loved guitar, illustrates the passion of an eloquent performer. In 2003 Rob won the Frankston Guitar Festival Young Guitarist of the Year, the PBS Songwriter of the Year, and the Apollo Bay Young Musician Award… all amongst graduating from High School and turning 18. After being featured in Australian Guitar Magazine, Rob quickly shot to the attention of touring artists and picked up several international touring supports. A tour in April 2005 with visiting US artist Donavon Frankenreiter saw Rob sell out an initial pressing of his debut EP in 5 shows. On his second solo tour of Europe in 2007 Rob supported John Fogerty (ex. Creedence Clearwater Revival) at L’Olympia in Paris. Rob has recently returned from his third tour of Europe. In 2008 Rob fulfilled an adventurous ambition: a musical tour by bicycle. The “On Ya Bike Tour” saw Rob load up his bike with guitar and tent and ride 4,600 kms from Melbourne to Perth. Performing shows along the way, and crossing the desert during a heat wave, Rob’s intense and relentless tour was an experience never to be forgotten. ”Sawyer is on another level as a guitarist and this is no exaggeration. He is one of those performers you'll stare at for their entire time under lights (much like John Butler) and wonder about their upbringing- their reason and drive for music, as well as their day-to-day life. Few artists emanate this.” Xpress Magazine “Young laidback and talented, Rob Sawyer’s on track to becoming Australia’s next acoustic roots hero.” Australian Guitar Magazine ”Sawyer is on another level as a guitarist and this is no exaggeration.” Xpress Magazine WA April ‘04