the future of blues rock

Stefan Hauk (29) is one of Australia's brightest young Blues Rock artists.

Playing guitar since the age of 4 and gigging since the age of 11, music has always been at the centre of his life.

His music can be described as dynamic, powerful and influenced by the greats of blues, soul and classic rock. His inspired guitar playing delivers shades of Gary Moore, SRV, Jimi Hendrix, Paul Kossoff and Derek Trucks and his soulful voice takes inspiration from the likes of Paul Rodgers, Chris Stapleton and Peter Gabriel.

After spending his formative years playing rock covers in bar bands in September 2017, at 21 years of age Stefan released his debut self-produced album Long Road. After spending a few years finding his way in the industry, in August 2020 Stefan released a single Truth featuring the legendary Ian Paice of Deep Purple on drums and Lachy Doley on organ.

Over the last three years Stefan has been on a roll; completing multiple national Australian tours. In 2023 he released his second studio album Heavy Handed, and a viral concert video on YouTube Homecoming - Live At The Gov. And in 2024 he performed at two major Australian festivals (Echuca Winter Blues & Mitchell Creek Rock & Blues), as well as playing his debut international shows in Italy.

Stefan’s 2025 has been his biggest year yet, he performed his most extensive Aussie tour to date, along with shows at major festivals Blues On Broadbeach in Australia and Augustibluus in Estonia. The second half of 2025, Stefan will be hunkering down to work on his next album, which will be slated for release in early 2026.