Airdate: MAX Sessions: Marcia Hines

In December Marcia Hines performed at the Sydney Opera House for a special MAX Sessions: Marcia Hines.

She performed songs from her Carole King tribute album ‘Tapestry’ as well as some of her greatest hits, for guests including Peter Morrissey, Harry M Miller, Simmone Logue, Channel [V]’s Billy Russell, Greg Clark, and Glenn A. Baker.

Hosted by the Kate Ceberano, who admitted that Marcia is her idol, the audience was taken back to the 70’s with Hines’ ode to the legendary, Carole King. Opening with I Feel The Earth Move, the charismatic star also brought to life classics It’s Too Late, and You’ve Got A Friend; her memorable renditions confirming why she is one of Australia’s favourite musicians.

Highlights of the night were Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow and the powerful Chains. In between songs, Marcia answered questions from fans in the audience. Honest, graceful and engaging, she shared stories about her illustrious career and what music means to her. Reminding the audience that “Music soothes the soul”, Marcia then got the room moving with the blues-injected, Smackwater Jack.

Marcia Hines brought her stellar performance to a close with two of her greatest hits, Fire and Rain and You.

Marcia is a member of the ARIA Hall of Fame and an Australian music icon. ‘Marcia Sings Tapestry’ is a deeply personal recording. “Carole King’s Tapestry is an album that has been very integral to my life”, said Marcia. “I love singing, and these songs allow me to sing”.

MAX Sessions: Marcia Hines premieres Thursday 17th February at 8.30pm on MAX.