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Rufus Wainwright

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Sunday, October 24, 2010
Headline Artist: Rufus Wainwright

If you've ever been promised the world dear reader; here's the next best thing. An intimate evening of solo splendour with the devastating Rufus Wainwright - featuring nothing more than a grand piano, a folder full of rich, thoughtful songs, and that voice.

The passing away of his mother and "greatest admirer and critic", legendary folksinger Kate McGarrigle, in January this year, and the enduring admiration for his sister, folk-rocker Martha Wainwright, are themes that pervade much of Rufus Wainwright's breathtaking sixth studio album: ‘All Days Are Nights: Songs For Lulu'.

This is an album steeped in beauty, with hugely personal and deeply emotional songs, each channeled through Wainwright via only his fingers, voice and piano. A perfect precursor then for this hugely anticipated Australian solo tour.

In a message to his Australian fans, Rufus Wainwright said: "Its great to be back in Australia. This year has been the toughest yet for me and my family...

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Rufus McGarrigle Wainwright (born 22 July 1973) is a Canadian-American singer-songwriter.