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Aus Alt Country meets Folk, Roots and Vocal harmony. Canyon Dust writes originals inspired by it's 60’s and 70’s influences and also performs some of the greatest song writing from this period. Canyon Dust released its debut self titled with the late Dion Hirini on lead guitar duties pre Covid. The bands Sophomore album has been written and is currently finishing - to be released in 2026. Canyon Dust blends acoustic and electric instruments, at times singing around a single condenser mic in a traditional Bluegrass style. Formed in 2016 by vocalist, songwriter and guitarist Peter Chapman, Canyon Dust also features Louise Dempsey (Paul's Sister) and on the 2nd album, Josh Bennett (Aus Folk Instrumentalist of the year, Parvyn, The Bombay Royale). CD Co headlined the ‘Outback Fusion Festival’ in 2018 with Christine Anu and performed on the Café Culture Tour - Regional Vic in 2019. With ‘Live to Airs’ on the ‘Conversation Hour’, the ‘Friday Revue’ the ‘Evening Program' and the Perth ‘ABC Drive Program’ highlights so far.