Stylistically, alternative indi folk / experimental pop, Gretha Ennew writes songs about the good, the bad & the smudgy – blending edge & elegance into her acoustic & synthesized music. As a painter, she is interested in multi media performance – especially via cyberspace. Her storytelling & music- making reflects her like of simple traditional folk music that is foundational to her innovative and contemporary signature.

Background

Gretha Ennew (nee Oost) began performing at the Townsville Folk Club in the mid 70’s and began to gig, initially at The Miner’s Right. She later taught singing in schools & from a home studio for a decade in Central Qld, including promoting songwriting as accessible artistry, working with groups of children & adolescents. She conducted a secondary school choir, was a member of several folk-rock bands and has recorded as a backing vocalist.