Define your genre in five words or less:
Melodic pop/rock.
So, someone is walking past as you guys are playing, they then go get a beer and tell their friend about you… what do they say?
Dude, that guy can sing!
How long have you been gigging and writing?
I’m 23, and I wrote my first song when I was 14 or 15, but I’ve only taken it seriously the last two or three years, which is when I also started gigging properly.
What has been your favourite gig you’ve played to date?
I love every gig I play but I think a highlight of mine would’ve been opening for Thirsty Merc in Melbourne last year. They have always been one of my favourite bands, and to share a stage with them was such an honour.
What inspires or has influenced your music the most?
Definitely the people closest to me. They have all taught me the value or self-belief and doing what makes you happy, and I want to be able to inspire people the same way.
What do you think a band has to do these days to succeed?
I think people need to stay true to who they are, and have the passion burning deep inside. If you’re not prepared to work hard, get knocked back, and try and try again then you’re probably in the wrong industry.
Do you have any record releases to date? What? Where can I get it?
Nothing yet, but as of Sunday February 26, that will all change.
Why should everyone come and see your band?
Because hopefully this can be the start of something very exciting, and in 20 years time they can say “I saw Ian Rickard at his EP launch at The Espy”.
When are you playing live/releasing your album/EP/single/etc?
I will be releasing my debut EP on Sunday February 26, at The Espy in St.Kilda! It’s taken a few years, and the super talented Michael Paynter, and Michael Delorenzis have put a lot of hard work into it. Hopefully everyone will love it as much as I do. The EP comes with the ticket, so anyone that comes will get a CD and hopefully on the Monday after, the EP will be available for download via iTunes.
