1. Growing Up
I was introduced to many great artists growing up, such as Elvis Presley, The Beatles and Elton John, all thanks to my mum. My dad’s favourite band was The Seekers, he also loves my music… don’t know if this is a good thing?
2. Inspirations
My most prominent musician influences are Neil Young, Ben Harper and Ryan Adams, to name a few. Though, the main people who inspire me are my loved ones. I have a seven-month-old son who lights up my world everyday.
3. Your Band
The Prospectors are great musicians, and even better blokes. We’re all very family-oriented guys, the kind of band who likes to bring their kids to festivals, but can also throw back a few beers after dusk.
4. The Music You Make
As a songwriter, I try to keep things pretty true to myself and the world I’ve experienced. The songs tend to waver between folk acoustic ballads and full-blown rock’n’roll, not too dissimilar to the musical influences mentioned earlier. As a band, we definitely like to play to the audience we have on the night and are pretty flexible with our sets.
5. Music, Right Here, Right Now
We’re continually inspired by our friends who get up time and time again, pouring out their hearts onstage. The musical family, our supporters, and a genuine love for authentic music are what keep us going as songwriters and performers.
CHRIS CAVILL & THE PROSPECTORS Midnight Train Tour arrives at The Toff in Town on Saturday July 18 with support from Rob Sawyer and Mousecapades.
