Tim Hulsman is a Dead Man

There is always a bigger story behind the one we know. And when it comes to songman Tim Hulsman, it is an interesting one indeed. One of six children raised in a strict Jehovah’s Witness family, Tim’s father was a respected elder whose responsibilities included advising “the flock” and ex-communicating members who did not uphold values to acceptable standards. At the age of five, Tim heard the Gypsy jazz piece ‘Gypsy Carnival’; later, in his teen years, he battled with his parents about his musical desires. At 18, he was ex-communicated from the church. Fast-track a little, and earlier this year Forte got their hands on Tim’s debut album, Dead Man’s Garden. Wrote Tex Miller: “The most exciting local release this year to date is Tim Hulsman’s debut Dead Man’s Garden. Throughout the twelve tracks, the folky acoustic lap steel and rootsy sound that we have all grown to love over the past couple of years is present … A great debut effort from one of Geelong’s acclaimed blues players.” Martians Café, Deans Marsh – September 19 & Goldmines Hotel, Bendigo – September 27. Note that Tim will also be performing at Geelong’s Mane Event on October 17. (You can read the full story through timhulsman.com.)