I've waited until Australia Day (January 26) to post this. Australia's national anthem is "Advance Australia Fair". There are some noble sentiments expressed in it and politicians love to spruik it. But Australia is not fair now and it never really was. Economic inequity has always existed, young people struggle to buy a home and the social contract is under immense strain. I will, however, always advocate for fairness and equity even if it requires a small personal sacrifice. more

A moody atmospheric, take on this classic traditional song. The sparse percussion-driven arrangment reflects the protagonist's preparation for death. putting aside the things of this world. While a ragged chorus of "loved ones who've gone on" beckons him forward to the next life. One can't escape the influences of Johny cash and Jos Slovik on this track; Nick Cave had a hand in it too.more

Today (15 Dec 2024) is our 45th wedding anniversary. When I came to write a song for my wife in 2021 we already had a long rich history so I decided to write a song about our first few months together (the picture is a genuine historical artefact from 1977). I had only just started learning GarageBand when I recorded the basic tracks. I could barely sing with headphones (some say I can barely sing at all) and I knew very little about mixing and producing. Some day I will re-record this, but it stands as a record of the beginning of my songwriting journey.more