How long have you been gigging and writing?
I’ve been gigging for about five years. I’ve worked in duos, jazz quartets, cover bands and for the past two years have been gigging my original music. Recently gigging with a group I put together, Melaluka.As for writing, that’s something I’ve done since I was a kid, except now it’s easier because I can record all my ideas on voice memo, so many voice memos.
What can a punter expect from your live show?
Funky bass lines, backbeats and tasty vocal harmonies. Our music’s grooved based with soulful vocals, so expect to be in a hypnotic state of head bopping.
Which band would you most like to have a battle/showdown with?
I’d have to say The Roots, although I’d be scared shitless. They are some of the most powerful live performers I’ve ever seen. So much energy and so much passion, it would basically be an excuse to meet them all and hear them play again.
What’s your favorite song, and why?
Hook Line & Sinker. When I started recording my EP I wanted to get six tracks down. My producer thought it would be more realistic to do five. Once I’ve got a goal, be it stubbornness or ambition, it’s going to happen (yes, I’m a Leo.) So with two days in the studio left I pulled in my keys player Angus and thought I’d get the song down, vocals and keys. Then my amazing sound engineer Phil Threlfall decided to lay down a sick beat. Now, I don’t know if it’s because it was my sixth track or the fact it came together so spontaneously, but I love how it turned out and it’s so much fun to play live with the band.
What inspires or has influenced your music the most?
I’m lucky when it comes to inspiration, because I find it in everything. No such thing as writers block. My band tells me to slow down occasionally because once I’m rolling there’s no stopping me. As for influences, R&B’s where it’s at, the old school stuff. I love myself some D’Angelo, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, MJ and can’t go past Beyoncé, you catch my drift.?
When are you playing live/releasing your album/EP/single/etc?
My EP Integrity is getting launched at The Toff in Town on Sunday July 27, with support bands Maeflower and Lady Oscar.
