Described as “The Pink Floyd of Folk Music” The
Multi-Award-Winning Red Dirt Skinners Blend Exceptional Harmonies With World Class Musicianship.
If you like songs
influenced by Pink Floyd, Simon and Garfunkel, Supertramp, Crosby Stills and Nash,
or David Bowie, coupled with epic storytelling, humour, and heartfelt emotions,
you'll love the Red Dirt Skinners.
Widely regarded as one of the most innovative acts to come out of the UK in
recent years, the duo have had success both nationally and internationally;
winning awards in several genres. With a sublime sound is that is instantly
recognizable, they draw influences from more genres than would make sense to
list, and refuse to be pigeonholed. Comfortably blending
exceptional, almost telepathic harmonies with the unique instrumentation of
soprano saxophone and acoustic guitar, The Skinners audiences describe them as
‘refreshingly different'. The Red Dirt
Skinners are touring western Canada this fall and will be making a much-anticipated
stop at Horizon Stage on Saturday, November 2.
Husband and wife duo Rob
and Sarah Skinner have recorded five albums together. The first act in history to achieve accolades
at both the British Blues and British Country Awards, their distinctive sound
won them folk/roots album of the year in several polls across the UK and North
America and saw them nominated for duo of the year at the International
Acoustic Music Awards. These eight-time UK Songwriting Awards finalist have
sold out tours across the UK, Europe, and North America. They have been
endorsed by DMJ Music (UK) and Sarah was the first female artist to be endorsed
by Trevor James Saxophones.
Hailing originally from
the South East of England, Rob and Sarah have both been musicians for the
majority of their lives. In 2017, after completing five successful Canadian
tours, they were fast-tracked by Canadian Immigration and moved to Ontario to become
permanent residents here. Their 2018 album,
Under Utopian Skies, is a testament to their love of Canada and is described by
Trevor Oxborrow of Folk At Five as “A masterpiece of audio bliss”. Advocates
for finding the positives in every situation, Rob and Sarah love to give back,
and they spend much of their off-tour time encouraging new artists into the
music scene and finding them performance opportunities. Their current tour is
supported by funding from the Ontario Arts Council.
The Skinners last performed in the capital region
in October 2018 at the New Moon Folk Club. They have a
natural rapport with their audiences and their live shows are a wonderful
experience; a musical journey to remember. Be prepared for laugh out loud
lyrics, followed by songs sure to pull at your heartstrings. Rob and Sarah
Skinner will steal your hearts. Don’t miss their concert at Horizon Stage on Saturday,
November 2 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 for Adults and $30 for Students and
Seniors and may be purchased at the
City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jespersen Ave), by phone at 780-962-8995 or
1-888-655-9090, and online through Ticketpro.ca.
“They really do have an across the board appeal. Renowned for their
soaring choruses,
fabulous soprano sax solos and clever thought provoking lyrics.”
fabulous soprano sax solos and clever thought provoking lyrics.”
- Folk Roots Radio
"The space where the vocals of Sarah and Rob Skinner meet
features two tones existing as a single note."
- The Alternate Root Magazine
"Musically set apart from the mass of bands who are just copying
what has gone before.”
- Music News
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