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I cut my teeth during the late ’90s and early 2000s playing for Bedford legends Grief Society and backing up a number of original artists in and around London. In 2018 I joined the UK AOR band Dante Fox.

At heart I’m a rock player with strong lead or backing vocals – at least that’s what seems to get me booked! I also love playing classical and acoustic guitar when I get the chance.

STUDIO

My playing has appeared on Bibi Zhou’s Unlock (2014 MTV Award for Best Worldwide Act), and Estonian band Revolver’s album II which was critically acclaimed upon its release.

I’ve played numerous sessions for Green Room Productions (Hong Kong), Oceanlight Productions (LA) and Lost Boys Studio (Herts) among many others. I’ve collaborated with Jason Derulo, Sandy Rivera and Adam Buxton.

TUITION

I’ve taught guitar on and off since 1997, having taught thousands of students – the most well-known of whom is probably Sam Smith!

I teach rock and pop guitar as well as acoustic guitar. I can also teach the classical guitar grade syllabus. Please use the contact form if you’d like to enquire about lessons. I can teach from my home studio and I have excellent coffee!

I played the left channel rhythm guitar on this rocker!

I remotely added just the guitar solo to this track. Wearing my influences on my sleeve here!

This was a fun track I put together with great musicians during lockdown. I mixed and mastered this in my home studio as well as recording all the electric and acoustic guitars.

“Sounds SUPER good. I’m going to redo my stuff for sure now. That’s what I mean – your playing is really inspiring and gives the songs a totally new level which pushes me just to the right direction. Really cool sound and superb playing.”

— Martin Saaremagi (Revolver, Wiiralt)

SCHECTER GUITARS

I’m now endorsing Schecter Guitars. Shown is my Sun Valley Super Shredder in black limba and wenge. The specs and vibe of these are just outrageous!

www.schecterguitars.com

COSMIC EARS

Cosmic Ears make the best IEMs in the business and their artist support is outstanding. Pictured are my CE-3Ps.

www.cosmicears.com

VICTORY AMPLIFICATION

I’ve been a Victory artist since 2023. Although this flight-cased example doesn’t look it, these are tiny. The heads weigh 8-9kg and they outperform everything I’ve ever had. There, I said it.

www.victoryamps.com