Riley Catherall
Riley Catherall is one of Australia’s most compelling emerging singer-songwriters.
Based in Melbourne, Riley has earned national and international recognition for his poetic sincerity, beautifully constructed songwriting and captivating live performances.
With sold-out shows across the UK and Scandinavia, festival appearances from Woodford to Queenscliff, and praise from respected music critics abroad, he continues to establish himself as a serious and thoughtful voice in contemporary Australian Americana.
His songs explore love, loss and the quiet complexities of growing up — delivered with warmth, depth and an understated confidence that draws audiences in.
Riley brings a moment of stillness and craft to the program — music to truly listen to. In a regional festival setting, his performance offers a rare opportunity to experience an artist of international calibre up close.