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| Oily Rag Records | |
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| Founded | 2015 |
| Founder | Kerryn Fields |
| Genre | Folk, Country, Americana |
| Country of origin | Australia |
| Location | Melbourne, Victoria |
| Official website | oilyragrecords.com |
Oily Rag Records is an independent record label based in Melbourne, Australia. It was founded in 2015 by folk artist Kerryn Fields and focuses on folk, country, and Americana music. The label supports emerging and independent artists who share a commitment to raw storytelling and organic musical production.
History
[edit]Oily Rag Records was created by Kerryn Fields as a self-managed platform to retain creative control over her music. The label was named after the Australian and New Zealand idiom "the smell of an oily rag", which refers to doing a lot with very little. Since launching, the label has released several critically acclaimed albums and EPs and has become known for its grassroots ethos.[1]
Musical Style and Influence
[edit]The label emphasises folk storytelling, acoustic instrumentation, and raw vocal performances. Drawing from influences such as Americana, traditional country, and grassroots songwriting, its releases often explore themes of rural life, resilience, and personal growth.[2]
Notable Releases
[edit]- Water – Kerryn Fields (2021)
- The Folk Singer – Kerryn Fields (2024)
- I Remember You – Matt Joe Gow & Kerryn Fields (2024)
- Closer to Tomorrow – Matt Joe Gow (2024)
- There's Magic in Mistakes – Brooke Taylor (2024)
Recognition
[edit]Oily Rag Records and its affiliated artists have received multiple nominations and awards in the folk and country music scene:
- 2019 – Troubadour Artist of the Year at the Newstead Live Music Festival[3]
- 2019 – Winner of the MLT Songwriting Award (NZ) for "Mama"[4]
- 2022 – Best Folk Work award for Kerryn Fields’ album Water at the Music Victoria Awards[5]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "About – Oily Rag Records". Oily Rag Records. Retrieved 21 March 2025.
- ^ "Kerryn Fields and the Folk Revival". Folk Australia. Retrieved 21 March 2025.
- ^ "Newstead Live 2019 Highlights". Newstead Live. Retrieved 21 March 2025.
- ^ "MLT Songwriting Award Past Winners". NZCMA. Retrieved 21 March 2025.
- ^ "Music Victoria Awards 2022 Winners". Music Victoria. Retrieved 21 March 2025.