2024 update
I’m still gigging, still making tunes and still playing bass. I’ve recently got myself a Strymon Cloudburst. It’s just wonderful and can’t wait to use it when busking. Look how beautiful it is! Anyway, cheers!
THE DRAGON WING
Guys, I’ve just returned with another diagnosis of ‘collection-itis’ – but anyway. Check out this incredible MONSTER. It’s an Alembic (as per) Dragon Wing. Barely played, wonderful condition and an absolute TONE king. What do you think?
ZOOM
I’m very pleased to announce that I’ve teamed up with ZOOM and joined their Creator Programme. I’ve got hold the new ZOOM B6. It’s such a great unit and I’m so excited to get it on some gigs. Let’s make some music with it!
New Bass Day
I don’t know what’s happened folks, somehow this fantastic Alembic Elan 6 ended up on my door step and I’m very happy about it! It’s an interesting one, modified slightly and has some original quirks that somehow make it more attractive. Honestly though, THIS IS THE LAST PIECE OF THE PUZZLE (maybe)
Festival Season – Backwoods Creek
Backwoods Creek performed a blinding set at Weyfest 2022. Check out these AWESOME photos. Festival season is nearly over but what a season it was.
Debut Album – Backwoods Creek
It’s about damn time, we’re recording an album. Bass is recorded and I’m so pleased with how it sounds. The Phil Jones Bass briefcase is such a unique amp, it’s so clean and beefy. Love it. Accompanied with my basses, it’s the perfect companion.
Fulham Autumn Market
It’s been about 3 years since the last market and oh wow was it worth the wait. The food, stalls and most of the amount of people. Thanks for having me and I’ll be at the Christmas Market in Hammersmith on December 2nd.
LYRA – Hertford Castle Music Festival
The NS Omni Bass is probably one of the most weird instruments I own, here are some fab pics from Hertford Music Festival. I’ve also been papped into a news clipping out the festival, which is awesome!
It’s time for up to date photos!
Huge thanks to Glenn for taking some absolutely tremendous photos of me. Get a load of these!! They are epic! Photos – Glenn Michael Harper
Arty
I had the pleasure of playing at Kiosk N1C in Kings Cross for an art exhibition. Huge thanks for having me and to Glenn Silva for snapping this wicked pics.
Weddings
As we know, Weddings have been very few and far between, HOWEVER, when I got the call to play at Plas Dinam in Wales, I jumped at the chance. Check these awesome pics from Steven Rooney
MY NEW ALEMBIC SERIES 2 8 String FREtless
Yep, you read that right, here’s my 1982 Alembic 8 String Series II Fretless! What a masterpiece. It’s pristine, perfect and everything I imagined it would be. Videos and more snaps to come. Big thanks to Peter from Skjold Design for hooking me up.
BACKWOODS CREEK at THE PATRIOT
It’s been a busy few months with plenty of gigs, busks, basses and other exciting experiences! Here are some snaps from Backwoods Creek’s show at The Patriot in Wales! Snaps by Lynda Mac
Emily Faye – Full Band Show
3 years, it’s been 3 years since an Emily Faye full band show but last night, that was the start of something that I hope will continue. The 229 London was a sold out show and we went down a storm. As always, pics are below. Photographer – Jake Morrell
Buckle and Boots – 2021
Festival season is well and truly here, FINALLY. I took a trip up North to Whitebottom Farm, the home of Buckle and Boots Festival. Despite the rain, camping was a laugh and I was fortunate to play with Meg McPartlin, as well as my brothers, Backwoods Creek. Check out these awesome pictures below! Respect to…
International Busking Day
If you don’t know, I busk. It’s one of my jobs and honestly, it’s really kept me going throughout the years. It’s a great form of practice, networking, songwriting and exposing. I was overjoyed when I was asked if I could play for Lucy May Walker on the main stage at Wembley Park for International…
GIGS
Well, it’s finally happened. Gigs are back, more frequent and hopefully here to stay. LYRA played a hugely successful sold out show at Spice of Life Soho last night! Check out this cool picture.
Neotech Straps
I am now a Neotach Straps ambassador and I cannot tell you how grateful I am to be representing them. I’ve used their straps ever since I picked up the bass, which must be 13 (ish) years ago. Check out my blog post/interview with the Neotech strap team HERE
As you know, COVID put a spanner in the works for pretty much all creatives, anybody with a job really. My friends over a Singular Sound asked me to be part of their new podcast series. How could I not say yes?? We talk about life of a musician during a pandemic, how to get…
For those after a UBASS demo, I’ve made one. I bought a Kala Journeyman Bass and it is the absolute business for those small acoustic home jams. Check out my demo here!
Here’s a tribute to one of the greatest bassists ever, James Jamerson! His lines are incredible, his note choice is just wild. I hope you enjoy the video. Thanks for watching!
I’ve just dropped a new tune on SoundCloud. It’s a little different from my previous works. Be sure to follow my SoundCloud to get notified of new music.
Here are my first gig photos of the year! It’s a bit chilly out but I’m making music and most importantly, making people happy. Special thanks to Rob Doe for taking the photos.
Happy New Year everybody, here’s to a year that’s more successful than last, one filled with gigs, musical things and all things great.
Here’s a small demo of my New Alembic Spyder bass! It sounds gnarly and huge and it’s everything I expected and more. Feel free to leave a comment on the video and let me know what you think. I was searching on Reverb for basses, just seeing what’s out there and I saw this beast…
NEW BASS DAY WOW, here’s my new Alembic John Entwistle Spyder 8 String Bass! CRAZY! 20th Anniversary electronics and it sounds incredible! Video and better pictures coming soon!
Backwoods Creek have just released a music video for the new single, ‘Better Days’! Check it out, I hope you like it! For those bass players out there, I’m playing a Warwick Thumb NT 5 Thumb Fretless!
I’ve recently got into TOTO, here’s my take on one of my favourite songs from them! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEBlCRVDWpw
Wembley was SO much fun! Look at these incredible photos too! Thanks to XPath Photography for these! I’m back perfoming at Wembley Park in August!
As you know, for all us musicians out there 2020 has been put on hold. I had plenty of gigs lined up with the occasional mini tour booked in too! Below is what is postponed and I hope they can be rescheduled! Such a shame! 21st March – The Met, Bury – Guy Tortora 27th…
