New York sound lands on the Surf Coast

January 9, 2026 BY Abby Pardew

L-R: Hannah Cohen will perform songs from her 2025 album Earthstar Mountain, her first release in five years.

AFTER a sold-out 2025 season, the Sound Doctor will launch into 2026 by bringing acclaimed New York musicians Hannah Cohen and Sam Evian to the Anglesea stage.

The pair will perform at Anglesea Memorial Hall on Friday, February 27, making their Australian debut and bringing their lush, meditative sound to the Surf Coast.

Appearing as part of the Flying Cloud tour, Cohen will perform songs from her 2025 album Earthstar Mountain, produced by Evian and her first release in five years. The album reflects on themes of love, loss and interconnection, drawing inspiration from artists including Dusty Springfield, Sly and The Family Stone and Neil Young.

The release also features contributions from fellow New York musicians Sufjan Stevens and Clairo and has been described as a love letter to Cohen’s new home.

Sam Evian is known for his warm, analogue-infused songwriting and for collaborations with artists such as Big Thief, Cass McCombs and Cassandra Jenkins. Photo: SUPPLIED

Evian is known for his warm, analogue-infused songwriting and for collaborations with artists such as Big Thief, Cass McCombs and Cassandra Jenkins. Alongside tracks from Cohen’s latest release, the duo will perform songs from Evian’s catalogue, including Plunge and Time to Melt, and join each other on stage to bring their creative partnership to life.The February performance will follow directly on from the Sound

The February performance follows a strong 2025 season for the Sound Doctor, which featured sold-out shows and a mix of international and local talent.

For more information, head to thesounddoctor.info