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Bio (50 words)
Tanya Ransom delivers her signature sound of folk blues and alt country, painting a vivid narrative amongst ornate melodies. Awarded WAM Best Regional Act, the Kimberley songstress ability to connect with audiences is undeniable, bringing a deep emotion to her already cavernous feelings carried within her stories and songs.
Bio (110 words)
Tanya Ransom delivers her signature sound of folk blues and alt country, painting a vivid narrative amongst ornate melodies. Her powerful vocals inhabit the sweet spot between tough and tender, effortlessly accompanied by her laid-back rhythm guitar.
A regular to the Australian touring circuit, Tanya has performed at Nannup Music Festival, Cygnet Folk Festival, Blues at Bridgetown, Fairbridge Festival, North West Fest and supported the likes of Kate Miller-Heidke, Missy Higgins, Boy and Bear, Kim Churchill and John Butler.
Awarded WAM Best Regional Act, the Kimberley songstress ability to connect with audiences is undeniable, bringing a deep emotion to her already cavernous feelings carried within her stories and songs.
Bio (350 words)
Tanya Ransom brings together the raw emotion of folk, blues, and alt-country, crafting rich narratives within delicate yet powerful melodies. Her vocals, balancing both strength and vulnerability, draw listeners in, while her laid-back rhythm guitar provides a solid yet understated foundation to her sound, creating a deeply resonant musical experience.
An established presence on the Australian touring circuit, Ransom has graced the stages of renowned festivals such as Cygnet Folk Festival, Nannup Music Festival, Blues at Bridgetown, Fairbridge Festival, and North West Fest. She has also shared stages with celebrated artists including Kate Miller-Heidke, Missy Higgins, Boy & Bear, Tim Rogers, and John Butler. From intimate house concerts to commanding festival stages before thousands, her dynamic stagecraft is a testament to her deep connection with audiences.
An acclaimed, multi-nominated artist, Ransom has independently released two full-length albums—It Is What It Is (2013) and The Art of Departing (2017)—along with the EP Breakdown To Breakthrough (2021), which garnered widespread recognition. She was awarded WAM Best Regional Act and received the inaugural Nannup Music Festival Directors Award, with the EP’s title track earning a nomination for WA’s Best Country Song, further cementing her status as a force in Australian music.
After two decades in the remote northwest town of Broome, Ransom’s music reflects the rugged beauty and emotional depth of her surroundings. Her latest work continues to push the boundaries of contemporary folk, blues, and Americana (or as Ransom defines it, "Australiana"). Recorded on Wadandi Boodja lands in Western Australia’s South West, her upcoming album The Significance of Time was co-produced by James Newhouse (The Waifs, Ash Grunwald, John Butler) and long-time collaborator Dave Mann (Dave Mann Collective, The Nomadics, We Two Thieves). The album features contributions from prominent WA musicians, including Tone Bourke on keys (The Waifs, Eskimo Joe), Tilly Kelleher on backing vocals (The Nomadics, Mama Kin), and Sam Liddon on bass (Tilly Kay, The Nomadics).
The second single ‘Winter Song’ released on the 10th June and is already gaining recognition. A finalist in the ‘Americana Category’ in the International Songwriting Competition and receiving an Honourable Mention. The Significance of Time will be released 26th September with tour dates to be announced soon.
quotes/media
“Wise, accomplished, honest music that’s worth taking a moment to absorb. You won’t regret it.” - Dan Condon
— Double J
“Tanya Ransom exudes beauty, from her music and her performance. She delivers with strength and passion, radiating her Kimberley glow. Her shows at Nannup Music Festival are always loved, from the audience and fellow musicians who embrace her magic.” - Phaedra Watts
— Nannup Music Festival Director
“Tanya’s voice, like that of Tracy McNeil and Liz Stringer, inhabits the sweet spot between tough and tender. It’s weathered and learned and you get a real sense that she’s either lived the scenarios she’s singing of or she knows someone who has” - Chris Familton
— Doubtful Sounds/Post To Wire
“Tanya’s songs deliver hope for those that have been through tough times. There is soul-searching that leads to self-growth, and these narratives are deftly woven with some fabulous musicianship… A constant through each of the tracks is Tanya’s vocals, which grip and deliver their truth with strength and clarity.” - Bruce Baker
— Au Review
“Tanya's songs feel like a deep dive into a time, place and sentiment. Her lyrics are flowering vignettes seeking to make sense of the complexities of the human condition.” - Danielle Caruana/Mama Kin
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