Fiona O'Shea & The Passengers

Fiona O'Shea is an undeniable powerhouse in the country rock scene, poised for an ascendant journey propelled by her distinctive blend of heart, soul, and rock 'n' roll.
Emerging from the depths of the music world is the vibrant talent of Fiona O'Shea, whose unique voice and prolific song writing are reimagining the boundaries of rock-infused country. O'Shea's journey into the world of music ignited at a tender age, when she began crafting her compositions with just three guitar chords. Her stage presence is a mesmerizing tapestry that weaves together influences from legends like John Prine to ACDC, seamlessly blending her original creations with classics from the likes of the Rolling Stones, Stevie Nicks, Carrie Underwood and Lainey Wilson.

“From the very start, her infectious and melodic tunes grab your attention, featuring raw,
soulful vocals and electrifying guitar riffs.” - Robert Mackay, Pacific International Music

In 2010, O'Shea unveiled her debut EP, "Rose," swiftly earning a coveted spot on the AMRAP charts. Over the ensuing years, her ardour for music continued to flourish, earning her accolades as a finalist in the MUSICOZ Australian Independent Awards and landing her in the second round of the APRA Professional Development Awards.

O'Shea's prodigious talent became increasingly undeniable, culminating in a publishing contract with James Donaldson Publishing Groups in the United States in 2014. A pivotal moment came in 2015 when she showcased her skills at the Turn Up - Sunshine Coast Music Industry's Conference, cementing her status as a prominent singer-songwriter in the country rock genre.

The apex of O'Shea's career arrived in 2020 with the release of her EP "Walk Like A Giant." The single "Big Bang" soared into the top 10 of the AMRAP regional charts, marking a milestone achievement. In 2021, her single "Build Me A House" made an impressive debut at #10 on the iTunes Singles Country Chart, leading her to collaborate with acclaimed producer Peter Koppes (The Church) and accomplished musician Jackie Barnes.

In 2022, O'Shea inked a distribution deal with Rock This Country Records and secured funding from the Sunshine Coast Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), allowing her to release three new singles: "Falling Off Getting Back On," "Black Jack," and "High High High." These tracks, combined with her existing repertoire, earned her coveted spots at festivals and events across Australia, including the Imbil Bull Bronc & Barrels Rodeo, Mitchell Creek Rock and Blues Festival, Gympie Music Muster, Tamworth Country Music Festival, and residencies on Heron Island and in Outback Queensland. She also had the privilege of supporting acts like Dirty Rascal (Melbourne), Jerry Speiser (Men At Work), Adam Brand & The Outlaws, and Bill Chambers.

“I saw Fiona O'Shea & The Passengers at Mitchell Creek Rock n Blues Festival.
They are great live performers! If you haven't had a chance to see them yet be sure to get along to one of their shows soon.” - WHAT I SEE PHOTOGRAPHY

“Fiona O'Shea releases fierce country-rock ode to independence in new single,
Falling Off Getting Back On” – THE POINT MUSIC NEWS

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
2024 Headlining Imbil Bulls Bronc & Barrels Rodeo
2024 Buderim Rotary Australia Day Event
2023 Heron Island and Outback Residencies
2022 Signing of Distribution deal with Rock This Country Records – Nardia Drayton
2022 Sunshine Coast RADF recipient – three single releases
2021 Pigstock Festival
2021 #10 iTunes Singles Country Chart – Build Me A House
2021 Glen Innes Festival
2021 Agnes Blues, Roots and Rock Festival
2020 Gympie NYE Event Main Stage
2020 Woodgate CM Festival (cancelled CV-19)
2020 Brolga Riverstage with Bill Chambers (cancelled CV-19)
2020 Walk Like A Giant released, single Big Bang charts on AMRAP regional Top 10
2019 Special guest opening for Bill Chambers, Brolga Riverstage
2019 Hervey Bay Seafood Festival
2019 Programmed artist @ Woop Woop Festival, Roma Queensland 2020 (cancelled)
2018 Programmed artist @ Mitchell Creek Rock and Blues Festival
2017 Special guest opening for Dirty Rascal (Melbourne) Jerry Speiser – Men At Work
2016 Special guest opening for Adam Brand and the Outlaws
2015 Showcase @ Turn Up - Sunshine Coast Music Industry’s Conference
2014 Publishing contract with James Donaldson Publishing Groups’ (USA)
2013 APRA Professional Development Awards, second round of judging
2013 Finalist in the MUSICOZ Australian Independent Awards
2010-13 Recorded EP Rose, 2013 Global re-release of EP “Rose”,
Reckless A Little Reckless Top 10 AMRAP Charts

All equipment and set up supplied excepting lighting.

Most Popular Covers (some songs only available as duo or band)

Alanis Morissette Hand In My Pocket

Ben E. King, Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller Stand By Me
Billy Ray Cyrus Achy Breaky Heart
Bill Withers Lean On Me
Buddy Miller Gasoline and Matches

Canned Meat Goin’ Up The Country
Carrie Underwood Blown Away
Carrie Underwood Last Name
Carrie Underwood Undo It

Creedence Clearwater Bad Moon Rising
Chuck Berry Johnny B. Goode

Darius Rucker (Boy Dylan) Wagon Wheel
Daryl Braithwaite The Horses
Dixie Chicks/The Chicks Travelling Soldier
Dixie Chicks/The Chicks (Keith Urban) Some Days You Gotta Dance
Doctor Hook & The Medicine Show Walk Right In
Dolly Parton Jolene
Doobie Brothers Listen To The Music
Doobie Brothers Long Train Runnin’
Don McLean American Pie
Dusty Springfield Son Of A Preacher Man

Elle King Ex's and Oh's
Elvis Presley Hound Dog
Elvis Presley Jailhouse Rock

Fred Eaglesmith Water in the Fuel
Fleetwood Mac Landslide
Fleetwood Mac Rhiannon
Fleetwood Mac The Chain
Fleetwood Mac Stop Dragging My Heart Around
4 Non Blondes What's Up

Garth Brooks Friends In Low Places
George Thorogood Bad To The Bone
Goanna Solid Rock (Sacred Ground)

Huddie Leadbetter “Lead Belly” Black Betty
Hunters & Collectors Throw Your Arms Around Me

Janis Joplin Me and Bobby McGee
Janis Joplin Mercedes Benz
Janis Joplin Piece of My Heart
Jimmy Barnes/INXS Good Times
Jimmy Barnes Working Class Man
Jimmy Smith Got My Mojo Workin’
Jimi Hendrix Hey Joe
Joe Cocker/The Commitments Try A Little Tenderness
John Prine Angel From Montgomery
John Denver Take Me Home Country Roads
John Lennon/Paul McCartney Imagine
John Mellencamp Hurts So Good
John Prine Angel From Montgomery
Johnny & June Cash Jackson
Johnny Cash Folsom Prison Blues
Johnny Cash I Walk The Line
Joni Mitchell Big Yellow Taxi
Joss Stone Son of A Preacher Man

Kasey Chambers/Shane Nicholson Adam and Eve
Kasey Chambers The Captain
Kasey Chambers Barricades and Brickwalls
Kasey Chambers Not Pretty Enough
Kasey Chambers Pony
Kasey Chambers We're All Gonna Die Someday
Kasey Chambers/Shane Nicholson Rattlin' Bones
KT Tunstall Blackhorse and the Cherry Tree

Led Zeppelin Rock and Roll
Lead Belly Black Betty
Lil Nas X Old Town Road
Linda Ronstadt You're No Good
Linda Ronstadt When Will I Be Loved
Lucinda Williams Change The Locks
Lucinda Williams Happy Woman Blues
Lucinda Williams Passionate Kisses
Little River Band Cool Change
Lynyrd Sknyrd Sweet Home Alabama

Maren Morris My Church
Melissa Etheridge Bring Me Some Water
Melissa Etheridge Like The Way I Do
Men At Work Down Under
Miranda Lambert/Pistol Annies Hell On Heels
Miranda Lambert Little Red Wagon
Miranda Lambert Locomotive
Muddy Waters Got My Mojo Working
Muddy Waters Hoochie Coochie Man

Nancy Sinatra Hit The Road Jack
Nancy Sinatra These Boots Were Made For Walking
Neil Young Rockin' In The Free World

Patty Griffin Don't Let Me Die In Florida
Paul Kelly Darling It Hurts
Paul Kelly To Her Door
Paul McCartney Let It Be
Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here
Poisin Every Rose Has Its Thorn

Queen Crazy Little Thing Called Loved
Queen Fat Bottomed Girls

Ray Charles Hit The Road Jack
Ray Charles Honky Tonky Women
Robert Plant/Alison Krauss (Lucinda Williams) Can’t Let Go
Rolling Stones Honky Tonk Women

Sheryl Crow All I Wanna Do
Sheryl Crow If It Makes You Happy
Sheryl Crow Strong Enough
Sheryll Crow The First Cut Is The Deepest
Sinead O'Connor Nothing Compares To You
Slim Dusty/Joy McKean Lights On The Hill
Soft Cell Tainted Love
Son House (Larkin Poe) Preachin' Blues
Steelers Wheel (Gerry Rafferty/Joe Egan) Stuck In The Middle With You
Stevie Ray Vaughan The House Is Rockin'
Stray Cats Summertime Blues

The Badloves Green Limousine
The Beatles A Hard Day’s Night
The Commitments Mustang Sally
The Eagles Heartache Tonight
The Eagles Hotel California
The Proclaimers (I’m Gonna Be) 500 Miles
The Waifs I'm In London Still
The Waifs Lighthouse
The Weight The Band
Tom Petty I Won't Back Down
Tom Petty You Don’t Know How It Feels
Tracy Chapman Give Me One Reason

Van Morrison Brown Eyed Girl
Van Morrison Days Like This

Waylon Jennings Put Another Log On The Fire
Wille Dixon (Muddy Waters) Hoochie Coochie Man

ZZ Top Tush

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