Harry Cleverdon, a Year 12 student at Hennessy Catholic College, Young, is a confident singer and multi-talented musician who plays piano, guitar and harmonica. He released his debut EP ‘From My Side of the Stage’, featuring six original songs, in late October 2019.

17 year old singer-songwriter, Harry has released a new music video for his song ‘Hit Me When I’m Down’. The video addresses themes of social exclusion, online harassment and the wonder of discovering true friends.

“I’ve always loved music,” said Harry. “I am thrilled to release my debut EP and the video for ‘Hit Me When I’m Down’. I am really pleased with its positive message.”

Harry has been performing since the age of 6, winning a host of awards, scholarships and championships in Eisteddfods and music talent quests. He has performed all over Canberra and regional NSW at festivals including Floriade, Gundaroo Music Festival and the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

In November 2017, Harry won the Australian National Busking Championship and came runner up in 2018. He has had the privilege to open for musicians such as Troy Cassar Daley and Isaiah Firebrace. Harry regularly performs in the GIO Stadium Member’s Lounge for the Canberra Raiders Football Club prior to home games or for special events.

Harry hopes that music will continue to play a key role in his life in the future. “As a singer-songwriter, I plan to continue to create music that is authentic for me,” he said. “I hope, like anyone, to share my music with a broader audience, or one day be signed by a major label.”