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Rachael Byrnes is a folk, roots and vintage pop singer songwriter from Melbourne Australia. Known for her catchy songs and clever lyrics Rachael has developed a reputation as a potent songwriter. In April 2010 Rachael was awarded a two year musician residency by the Dunmoochin Foundation, to work on a debut album. Midway through her residency she recently released her first EP 'Oily Rag' inspired by living a low consumption lifestyle. Echoing this, her handmade and recycled origami CD covers are as crafty as the music itself. With songs like 'Truth is a Loaded Gun,' 'Less is More & The Oily Rag' and 'Son of a Bogan' the Oily Rag EP has found people quitting their jobs, changing careers and dumping their boyfriends. It's all about finding authenticity, truth and integrity and it's resonating with a growing population of self aware Greens. Rachael is often described as Joni Mitchell-esque and draws inspiration from the folk hits of the past whist addressing the lifestyles, issues and