Lumsden was born in Tallimba, a tiny town in central New South Wales, Australia, 600 kilometers from the nearest city.
She grew up on a wool farm and studied rural science at the University of New England in Armidale.
[3] In August 2012, Fanny Lumsden and the Thrillseekers released Autumn Lawn EP proceeded by the single "Firing Line".
Lumsden also won the CMC New OZ Music artist of the Year award.
[citation needed] In 2017, Lumsden won her first Golden Guitar for New Talent of the Year.
The Australian Women in Music Awards (AWMA) is an annual event that celebrates outstanding women in the Australian Music Industry who have made significant and lasting contributions in their chosen field.