January’s Tamworth Country Music Festival will pay tribute to Australian country music pioneer Slim Dusty to mark the 10th anniversary of his passing.
Events include the unveiling of a bronze statue of Dusty and wife Joy McKean in the town, an exhibition of Dusty’s personal memorabilia, footage and photos at Festival Headquarters and a tribute concert.
“Slim left behind an incredible legacy through his music, his numerous awards and the artists that he mentored and supported,” said Tamworth Region mayor Col Murray. “It is a lasting legacy that continues to grow and this is our way of acknowledging and honouring a pioneer of the country music industry and our great festival.”
- Christie Eliezer