Saije
Saije is an award-winning, indie-folk duo whose soulful harmonies, dynamic guitar-lines and percussive breakdowns breathe life into heartfelt stories. Their songwriting is crafted from the depths; stirring vocals bound together with graceful lyricism. Through multitasking techniques, the pair create a full-bodied sound infused with flavours from their travels around the globe, weaving a timeless synergy of melody and rhythm that transports audiences to a space where the ancient and the new meet. They sing of both personal experiences and wild places; inspiring listeners to lay down their burdens and feel simultaneously expanded and anchored. Many of their songs draw inspiration from their European heritage, and conjoined with their rich storytelling, audiences globally are taken on a journey which traverses the full spectrum of human emotions.
Since being awarded Folk Alliance Australia’s ‘Young Artist of the Year 2019-2021’ at the National Folk Festival, Saije has carried their music and messages of connection extensively in Australia, throughout Canada in 2020 and most recently two 50-plus-date Europe and UK tours through 9 countries in 2023 and 2024, playing a plethora of sold-out performances and festival appearances, including at Woodford Folk Festival (AUS), Port Fairy Folk Festival (AUS), Doolin Folk Festival (IRE), Galway Folk Festival (IRE), Magpies Nest (UK), and an Official Showcase at Folk Alliance International (USA). They continue to uplift both national and international audiences through their unifying performances and a warmth that fills small halls and overflows from large festival stages.