Butter Wouldn’t Melt – Where the Roots Grow Deep Tour

Wellington-based folk-americana band Butter Wouldn’t Melt are thrilled to announce their upcoming album release tour in celebration of Where the roots grow deep, the first instalment of their highly anticipated two-part sophomore album.

The tour will take them to thirteen destinations across Aotearoa, including the legendary ONEONESIX in Whangārei, where they will be supported by local favorites The Advocators, and singer songwriter Gary Smyth.

Finalists for the 2023 Best Folk Artist Tūī | Te Kaipuoro Taketake Toa, BWM are defined by their poetic lyricism and a unique sound that blends traditional folk, bluegrass, and country influences with a distinctly New Zealand flavour. Their acoustic tone is marked by intricate crosspicking interweaved with haunting harmonies while the interplay of compelling basslines and ephemeral overtones of fiddle complete their evocative soundscape.

The Advocators:
From the muck of the cold Northland clay come Alt-country outsiders “The Advocators”. Blending bluegrass ballads with gospel stomp rock, the duo bring forth a raw and vintage sound, showcasing tunes from their recently released debut album Songs From An Endless Night.

Gary Smyth:
Whangarei local, plays guitar, writes some songs, but his best talent is being able to rope excellent musicians into playing with him to make him sound good!

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