Robbie Mortimer has returned from his honeymoon in Bali in time to launch an album inspired by "travel, love and life."
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The wine-making family will host the youngest of the five sons at Mortimer Wines Cellar Door on Saturday.
Supported on stage by his band Young and Wild, with the addition of Dale Allison and James Baker, Mr Mortimer will perform each track from his debut album, The Fall of March.
He described its sound as a mix of "pop flair, a bit of folk and even a bit of a country vibe."
"It's basically musical storytelling and sharing memories from growing up," he said.
I think I've played at over 90 weddings. This time I didn't have to worry about what song would come on.
- Robbie Mortimer
Mr Mortimer said he's been working on the album for four years, "a long time to release an album."
"My influences and my sound has changed quite a bit, so just trying to meet in the middle with that has taken some time," he said.
In addition to the 10 tracks on the album, the six piece band will perform songs written since its release as well as a few covers.
"I always like to finish with songs people know and get them up for a dance," he said.
While admittedly enjoying a bit of a lull in the lead up to the launch, Mr Mortimer will be back to weekend performances at the Parkview Hotel and the Greenhouse of Orange, as well as wineries around the region over summer.
He said his regular appearances set him up well for his own big day.
"I think I've played at over 90 weddings. This time I didn't have to worry about what song would come on," he said. "That was all already organised."
Mr Mortimer credits Ben Richards and Dale Allison for helping get this album to where it is.
He said Saturday's gig will be a celebration of all that hard work.
"I'm able to finally show the world what I've been working on," he said.
The Fall of March album launch will commence with a performance of Milli Gibson at Mortimer Wines Cellar Door at 6pm.
Limited tickets are available for this event, available online at 123tix.com
Tickets are $20 and include a glass of wine on entry. Food, beer and wine will be available for purchase at the Burrendong Way winery on Saturday.
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