John Butler has long used his position in the public eye to raise awareness around a number of important, sometimes contentious environmental issues.
In recent times he has poured his efforts into educating people about the Adani Coal Mine and the inevitable environmental devastation it will cause.
I was lucky enough to sit down with the musician and chat to him about his environmental activism, using his music to inspire change and that epic on stage protest at Bluesfest 2018.
Take a listen to our conversation below.
[…] With a successful musical career spanning over 20 years, Bluesfest eagerly welcomes Aussie Roots and Rock extraordinaire John Butler back to this year’s stage.Well known for his position as front man for the John Butler Trio; the singer-songwriter will be taking to this year’s stage for a unique solo performance featuring his 2018 album Home. John Butler’s musical repertoire is heavily built on lyrics which draw upon themes of love and preservation as well as infectious guitar riffs soaked in originality.A strong advocate for environmental and social activism; his last performance at Bluesfest saw him accompanied on stage by numerous other iconic artists to protest the Adani Coal Mine. […]