Washboard Hank facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Washboard Hank |
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Washboard Hank on stage at the Peterborough Folk Festival, August 2017
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| Birth name | Hank Fisher |
| Born | 1954 (age 70–71) Peterborough, Ontario, Canada |
| Genres | Folk, Country |
| Instruments | Washboard, Guitar, Vocals |
Hank Fisher, known as Washboard Hank, is a Canadian musician. He was born in Peterborough, Ontario in 1954. He is a talented songwriter and stage performer. Washboard Hank plays many instruments, like the banjo, guitar, and percussion. He is famous for his unique shows. He often uses instruments he made himself. In 2016, he performed with his band, called the Wringers.
Washboard Hank often performs at events for children. He is a regular at the Peterborough Folk Festival. He creates and plays special instruments. His most famous instrument is his "signature" washboard. He also plays a "kitchen sink tuba." He sings funny traditional songs. He also performs his own songs.
Washboard Hank's Music Journey
In the 1980s, Hank Fisher played with a group. They were called Reverend Ken and the Lost Followers. After Reverend Ken left, the band changed its name. They became Washboard Hank and the Honkers. In 1989, Hank started hosting a radio show. It was called "The Country Cousins" on Trent Radio. This show was on the air for over 20 years.
During the 1990s, he played percussion for four years. He was with Fred Eaglesmith and the Flying Squirrels. He recorded music on their album 50-Odd Dollars.
In 2001, Hank Fisher helped with a play. It was called Where's the Care?. This play was about healthcare services. He also acted in a short film. The film was called Rigoletto... in Bluegrass. This was in 2006.
He has toured with a band called the Country Squires. He also led his own band. That band was known as the Gravestone Lickers.
Washboard Hank performed on a cruise ship. This ship traveled to Greenland. He also played music locally. He performed with Catfish Willie and the Buckle Busters.
In 2012, Fisher played at a festival. It was the Alianait Arts Festival. This festival took place in Iqaluit, Nunavut.
Washboard Hank's Albums
Washboard Hank has released several albums. Here are some of his recordings:
- Washboard Hank-Donkeys and Tire Fires (1992)
- 50-Odd Dollars - with Flying Squirrels
- Washboard Hank and the Country Squires (2003)
- Hooray for Washboard Hank - with The Country Squires
- Troubadour Tales - with Kenny Butterill
- Sweet Mysteries Of Life
- Human Beans (2016)
