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“If I'm walking on thin ice, I might as well dance.” Still aged only 31, Luke Austen has spent nearly half his life trying to realise his dream of building a career in country music. His new album Truth Is Simple is proof of what can be achieved with the right blend of talent, application and fearlessness. The self-financed independent album gathers 10 of his songs, most co-written with an array of collaborators including Shane Nicholson, Troy Cassar-Daley and Jerry Salley, and a couple of well chosen covers to create an album that not only highlights what a bright future Luke has but also how firm is his grasp of the history and breadth of country music. “I believe in this album. I also believe it will work in a modern day Industry,” Grafton-raised Luke explains. “There are common reflections from the last album (his debut, Light Of Day, which was recorded and released as part of his major prize as winner of the 2010 Toyota Star Maker competition) that are expected from someone