Unbound by genre, city lines, or currently the occasional razor, Andre Smith of Heavy Chest is heading back to Aotearoa this January. Armed with a guitar, a pedalboard full of experimental possibilities, and a knack for gentle storytelling, he’ll be serenading summer hot spots with his signature sound and laid-back charm

Having spent the last two years based in Naarm (Melbourne, AUS), Andre is home for a fleeting Kiwi summer before jetting off to the mountains of France for a creative residency.

In true indie fashion, Heavy Chest continues to maintain a devoted following, thanks to a steady flow of spontaneous releases. Currently riding a wave of Bandcamp acoustic projects inspired by his time in Tasmania, Heavy Chest offers a mix of tunes you’ve already got stuck in your head and fresh ones you’ll be humming after just one listen.

This summer, you’re invited to pull up a seat for an intimate evening with Heavy Chest. Stripped-back and solo, these shows promise to be as heartfelt and experimental as they are toe-tapping.