Sometimes you hear an artist and you wonder how on earth they’ve possible escaped your attention. How are they not the biggest thing on the planet? Because they’re just that good. Kathleen Halloran, a singer-songwriter from Naarm/Melbourne, is one of those artists. With her new single “Cost of Living,” she has very quickly won my heart. It’s such an exquisite folk ballad, I’ve found myself hitting play several times for another hit. And I’ve got to shout out Ross Irwin, of the Cat Empire and the Bamboos, for that beautiful string arrangement which takes this song to the next level.
“It’s a soaring, soul-baring track that dives deep into the creative life — the highs, lows, doubt, and beauty of following your own artistic path,” Kathleen explained. “It’s deeply personal, but universal for anyone walking an unconventional road.”
Kathleen has some exciting shows coming up, so make sure you see her play anywhere you can:
31 August 2025 – Tallagandra Hill Winery, Ngambri/Canberra (with Taylor Sheridan)
11 September 2025 – Adelaide Guitar Festival, Tarntanya/Adelaide
13 September 2025 – Led Zeppelin’s Physical Graffiti @ Her Majesty’s Theatre, Tarntaya/Adelaide
26 September 2025 – Westernport Hotel, Millowl/Phillip Island
25 October 2025 – Live in the Glen @ Glengarry Hall, Gunaikurnai Country/Glengarry
Image used with permission from Kathleen Halloran