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“Barker’s harsh, soulful voice warmed both body and mind, having a solid range that goes from ragged to mournful in an instant.... I was hooked.” – Lost Magazine After 2016 saw Joel Barker tour across WA, including the State of the Art, Hidden Treasures and Nannup Music Festivals as well as WAM’s Wheatbelt Touring Circuit, Joel Barker emerges this month with a new EP offering; a visceral reflection on his beloved hometown of Fremantle. A true incarnation of a contemporary folk artist, Barker conjures tales of the people around him and sonic, guitar driven musings on his surroundings. The spotlight now turned to Western Australia's Port City, the EP’s second single ‘Crane’ is a prime example of this, talking about the relationship between a machine and its long time operator. The album artwork by Tiny Print Press was inspired by the cobbled streets and impressive heritage architecture that Fremantle is famous for. Working closely with his fellow songwriting community, Barker also