We’ve hit track five from my album. This time its “All we do is cry”

I’m not going to over explain this one. Let’s just say this song means a lot to me and covers some subjects that are pretty close to the bone. I’ve had couple of people come up to me after shows and say this one made them shed a tear. In a good way I think!

I’m coming off the subs bench this coming Sunday 26th, to play another show at Duffy’s Bar in Leicester. Looking forward to playing a few songs from my album, in an air conditioned venue!!

“Where Do We Belong” Track four. This song was one of the very early ones I wrote, when embarking on this solo record. It was initially inspired by the Appletv+ show Dark Matter, which featured a scientist who “built a box” that could allow him access to the infinite multiverse. I know, deep right?! I guess the inspiration for the original book would have been Schrödinger’s cat. The idea that a cat was placed in a sealed box and at some point, a radioactive substance was released inside the box. Killing the cat. Or maybe not. Could the cat be dead and alive at the same time?

Anyway, here is the song!!

“Nothing More to Say” is track three, on my recently released album.

Some songs come together quickly. Others, like this one, take some time to write. I started writing this song a couple of years ago, whilst I was stood on a beach in France, looking out to sea. The first few lines stuck in my head until I got home but it then took quite a while for the music and the rest of the lyrics to come together. But it’s ended up being one of my favourites on the record.

“What is Real” is the second track on my new album “Shadow in the Dark”

I’ve not played this song that much live. I’m not really sure why but, with a few shows now booked in, I’m sure it will get more outings. I’m not one for explaining too much of what my songs are about. But I had a few things in my mind when I wrote this one, including the modern disease of comparing ourselves to others too much.

At long last, I have a few shows to announce for later in the year!

August 30th Firebug/Duffys Alldayer, Leicester

September 12/13th Wirksworth Festival, Derbyshire (Exact date TBC)

September 24th Cafe 9, Sheffield (Supporting John Kenzie)

October 10th Derby Folk Festival (Two daytime performances)

October 10th 80’s Video Shop, Alfreton, Derbyshire (with Rob Wylde and Dave Kerr)

November 12th The Angel Microbrewery, Nottingham (Supporting Mark Olson ex Jayhawks)

I’m really excited for these shows and I should have CDs of my new album available for this run. I also have a few more gigs in the works, which will be announced soon.

I’m delighted to announce, that I’ll be supporting ex The Jayhawks guitarist and founder member Mark Olson, at the Angel Microbrewery in Nottingham, on November 12th.

I loved the early Jayhawks albums back in the day, so this is a big gig for me. Thanks to James at Cosmic American for sorting this and to Mick Brown for having me play. Really looking forward to this one. Ticket link here.

I’m delighted to say that I’ll be returning to play at the fabulous Cafe 9 in Sheffield, on Thursday September 24th.

This time, I’ll be supporting the wonderful John Kenzie, a great blues and soul influenced singer songwriter who is originally from Manchester but is now based in Germany. I can’t wait to play that awesome room again. Thanks to Jonny for booking me again.

You can purchase tickets here.

It’s been a bit of a slog, trying to book shows. It is getting harder to book proper shows, as an artist playing their own material. Especially when I want to play to rooms that actually listen to acoustic music and when I’m not interested in playing the over saturated open mic scene. I’ve done all that before and bought the t shirt!

But things are taking shape a bit more now, into the second half of the year. I’m awaiting confirmation on one more very good support gig, and then I’ll be able to properly announce a run of shows. Stay tuned!!

Here is a performance of my song “Feet on the Ground”

This song is the first track on my recently released album “Shadow in the Dark” You can listen to album over on my Bandcamp page and if you like what you hear, you can also purchase the digital download! Big thanks to those of you who have listened so far. I’ve been getting some brilliant feedback on the album and it’s so great that people are enjoying it.

Stay tuned for details of the release of the album on CD. I’m hoping to have physical copies available prior to my appearance at the Derby Folk Festival in October.

So it’s June already. How did that happen?!

First of all, I wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who has listened to my new album “Shadow in the Dark” and especially to those who have purchased the digital download. The comments I have received have been fantastic and make this crazy musical journey, a worthwhile endeavour. The musical landscape has changed so much in recent years, particularly for those of us who write and release original music. It’s good to know there are some people out there who are still interested in what I do.

If you haven’t listened yet, please head over to my band camp page to check it out. If you are viewing my site on a phone, just scroll down a bit, to see the Bandcamp link.

I played a gig in Leicester last weekend, at the Sound House. A new venue for me but very enjoyable! Thanks to Ian for having me on and for putting together a great afternoon of music. I will hopefully be back to play there again, later in the year.

I have some shows booked for later in 2026 but I’m in the process of putting a run of shows together to support the album. Stay tuned for updates.