Tonight, Sydney songstress Rachel Collis will be launching her highly anticipated second album Nightlight at Foundry 616. 

The indie-pop-folk singer songwriter, joined by Michael Galeazzi on bass and Mike Quigley on drums, will share the delicately crafted and deeply sensitive songs from what critics are already describing as her most important work. 

The album - produced by Rachel and Sean Carey (Thirsty Merc) - combines exquisite ballad, folk and pop sounds with breathtaking vocals and delicate piano to create a perfect storm of both beauty and dark sensitivity. Rachel sings about kind words, acceptance, the infinite value of the present moment, and inextinguishable hope. It’s captivating from the very first listen and showcases Rachel’s poetic lyrical talent.

Since stepping into the musical spotlight in 2012, Rachel has gathered quite the reputation for her unforgettable live performances, drawing comparisons with American singer-songwriter and pianist Regina Spektor. She’s played to music fans in venues across Sydney, including sell-out performances at the prestigious Riverside Theatres in Parramatta, along with 2 solo seasons at the Adelaide Fringe Festival (2013, 2014). Rachel’s live shows are unique and unpredictable, at times channelling Ben Folds on the piano before changing gear to resemble the more modern folk story telling of a Joni Mitchell.

“…sheer genius […] the versatility and prodigy of Collis’ songwriting.” (Lloyd Bradford Syke, 2012)

“…Regina Spektor… Rachel Collis is truly of equal prowess…” (Fringe Benefits, 2014)

““Not only does [Rachel] possess a linguistic gift, but a profound talent for storytelling, structure (melody, harmony, rhythm) and orchestration. She’s a one-off; an original… She’s the top.” (Australian Stage, 2013)