Russ Walker (Aotearoa Musician) - Altbays Table Talk #238

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Russ Walker was part of The Voice Australia in 2017, and much more than just 'Stan Walker's brother,' Russ is a Ngaiterangi singer from the McLeod family of Tamapahore Marae who lives and performs regularly in Australia. Russ stopped by the Altbays studios to have a chat about music, growing up with an abusive father, faith, and much more!

Show 238 – Russ Walker (Aotearoa Musician)

Welcome to the Altbays Table Talk (feat. Leo Magri)

Even before he was born, Russ Walker was filled with the gift of music. It’s part of his very DNA. Music was the life blood for this family, and Russ grew up with the sounds of Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Prince and many other Soul and Motown performers, who continue to influence his repertoire.

A popular contestant on the 2017 season of The Voice, Russ’s remarkable vocal talents delight and soothe the most tortured of souls – be it crooning a ballad, or funking up some serious R’n’B. He doesn’t just sing, though – Russ is equally happy as master of the rhythm on drums, or conquering the strings – be it six or four – on guitar. He frequently combines his talents at regular gigs around Australia.

One of the founders of Brisbane’s famous Tuesday night R‘n’B Jam, Russ has jammed with the likes of Brian Frasier-Moore and the entire horn section from Robbie Williams’ band when they toured here. He was also part of the opening act for Beyonce’s Australian tour, and was proud to have sung the New Zealand national anthem at the 2015 ANZAC Test at Suncorp Stadium.

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