Fanny Lumsden has teamed up with Australian songwriting heavyweight Paul Kelly for By The River, the latest single from her forthcoming album Traditions, out 30 October.
Written in just ten minutes while Lumsden was in the UK’s Peak District, the track takes inspiration from her time touring with Kelly and their nightly performances of Pretty Place. It’s a deeply personal nod to the rivers, landscapes and memories that run through her music.
The two-time ARIA winner has come a long way from her upbringing on a sheep farm to the stages of Glastonbury, building her career through relentless touring and a fiercely independent approach to Australian country music.
Her fifth album, Traditions, was recorded live in the studio over nine days with her band, The Daddies, and producer Steven Schram, whose credits include Crowded House and The Cat Empire.
Lumsden will launch the record with an outdoor hometown show at Tooma Rec Grounds in the NSW Riverina on 31 October, with bar proceeds supporting local community organisations. A run of regional Victorian and NSW dates follows throughout November, with appearances at Tamworth in January and Riverboats Festival in February.
From country halls to international festival stages, Lumsden keeps her feet firmly planted in regional Australia. And with Paul Kelly joining her on By The River, she’s bringing another heavyweight voice along for the ride.
FANNY LUMSDEN
TRADITIONS ALBUM TOUR 2026
For tickets and information visit fannylumsden.net
Saturday 31st October Tooma Rec Grounds, Tooma NSW *Album Launch show
Friday 6th November Barwon Club, Geelong VIC
Saturday 7th November Meeniyan Town Hall, Meeniyan VIC
Sunday 8th November Castlemaine Royal Theatre, Castlemaine VIC
Friday 27th November Keystone 1889, Bathurst NSW
Saturday 28th November Milton Theatre, Milton NSW
Sunday 29th November The Stag & Hunter, Newcastle NSW
Saturday 23rd January 2027 Tamworth Town Hall, Tamworth, NSW
UPCOMING FESTIVAL DATE:
19th – 21st February 2027 Riverboats Festival, Echuca VIC
