What drove you to step away from Hailmary and make solo music?
I’ve had the idea for the last couple of years and every time I was going to do it, I always used the song I had in mind for Hailmary. This time I had the perfect song and the timing was right.
Tell us about your new single ‘Wake The Living Dead’. What’s the story behind it?
The basic idea I had for the song was how people are so detached from one another through technology. I initially wanted the song to be very stripped back acoustic, but once I got in the studio, it kinda took on a life of its own.
Are there any particular music inspirations behind your solo work?
The feedback I’ve got from people so far has been Alice in Chains, Days of The New etc. I think once I started putting harmonies on the track, it’s always going to get the AIC comparison. The track actually has a few Beatles-y chords in it that I guess would get overlooked by
the vocals.
How does your solo music differ from the heavy guitars and pounding drums of Hailmary?
It allows me to put across a different vibe with just acoustic [guitar] and vocals. I can also hear what I’m doing on stage way easier.
What is the Perth music scene like? Is there a strong support base for artists like yourself to grow and thrive?
To be honest, I’m going into uncharted waters doing the solo acoustic thing, so I’m not sure how that is received in Perth. As far as rock music in general, Perth seems to be more accommodating to indie music as the rock/hard rock doesn’t really get much in terms of support from our Western Australian music industry. So you kinda got to get out there and make your own path.
What can we expect from your upcoming show at Last Chance Rock & Roll Bar?
I’ll be doing some solo/Hailmary and few covers, perfect for a Sunday sesh with a beer
in hand.
