Liza Ohlback & The Mercy Train

Artist Info

Inducted into the Sydney Blues society Hall of fame in 2025 & 2024 Sydney Blues female vocal award winner Liza Ohlback is blessed with a voice that has the richness of Etta, the spirit Of Mavis and the range of Aretha mixed with a love of telling stories with both poignancy and sassiness.

Featuring Rick Melick on Keys, Organ & Vocals (who has shared the stage with the worlds best and toured with Joe Bonamassa and Chris Cain) and husband Greg Ohlback on Drums/Percussion/Vocals. They have a unique and full sound, filled with spirit and with a 3 part blind boys of Alabama vocal sound which will have you thoroughly entertained and uplifted.

Liza has had a number of #1 albums in Australia and in the U.S. Roots charts, and both Rick and her are seasoned songwriters with a wealth of experience, especially at Festivals.

Liza’s love of Gospel came from singing in her mothers Gospel group in the Blue Mountains where she grew up. Inspired by the great soul & gospel roots artists, Liza Ohlback & The Mercy Train will romp through a tasty selection of rootsy blues, New Orleans jazz and gospel that will have you thoroughly entertained and uplifted.