MY MUSIC
I got my start writing songs in Sydney in the early ’90s, encouraged by a circle of generous musicians who nudged me toward finding my own voice. Around that time I recorded an album, Sarah’s Room, with English musician Dominic Halpin, and later put together a full album’s worth of material at Goose Haven Recording Studios in Gordon, Sydney. Only one physical copy was ever made -I still have the master DAT.
Back in New Zealand I also recorded an EP with the Wanganui/Christchurch funk band Glider (legendary in our own minds at least & I even quit once because of the name!).
Since then I’ve dipped in and out of songwriting and recording, learning the same lesson over and over: if it were easy, everyone would do it. It isn’t .. but it’s worth it.
Recent releases include my 2024 live album "Live at Darkroom" and my current album "Sunday River" available on streaming, LP and CD
HIGHLIGHTED RELEASE
"BECKENHAM BLUE"
Beckenham Blue is a country shuffle inspired by life in Beckenham, Christchurch, the riverside suburb nestled within the loop of the Heathcote River. Featuring members of Florida Man, it's a light-hearted look at suburban life, with the recurring refrain "Boredom in Beckenham" reflecting the strange rhythm of the lockdown years. Like the neighbourhood itself, the song is relaxed, reflective, and quietly upbeat, celebrating the place that Louise, Gavin the Cavoodle, and I call home
LISTEN & WATCH
SUNDAY RIVER (Ōtautahi)
Filmed in The Lair, Evil Genius, Ferrymead and around the CBD, featuring, Florida Man, Louise, Gavin (the Cavoodle) and a bloke who can’t decide between The Sopranos or The Corleones.
GOODNIGHT TONIGHT
Third release from "Sunday River". Shot in "The Lair", Evil Genius, Ōtautahi, NZ with the guys from Florida Man who played on the album.
THE STORY BEHIND "DENNISTON"
"Denniston" is the opening track from Sunday River , an album of songs inspired by the landscapes, people and history of Te Waipounamu
MUSIC TALK - 13TH FLOOR
The 13th Floor's Marty Duda spoke to me about hiking in New England and being inspired by John Prine and Warren Zevon.
SENOR SENIOR
My tribute to Blair Allchurch (aka Blair Senior) on behalf of us all. Written & recorded quickly after his untimely passing.
FALSE SMILE
An original , recorded at Orange Studios, Ferrymead , Christchurch April 2018
FOUR STRONG WINDS
Neil Young 80th Birthday Tribute Show, A Rolling Stone , November 2025
PICTURE SHOW
The annual John Prine Tribute gig in Ōtautahi Christchurch, from the JP album "The Missing Years" featuring Tess Liautaud
HURRY HOME
A phrase that was hanging around in a notebook from the 90's (!). Recorded early in the 2010's , available streaming . This solo video shot a few years back at Orange Studios, Otautahi.
UNDER THE MILKY WAY
One of my favourite bands is The Church , great songwriting and playing. This song can work in many ways.