What instrument do you play?

Lead Guitar, Vocal

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Your favourite instrument(s)

Pre L Strats and Jazzmasters.  Otherwise I'm predominantly a Tele kind of guy and Greg Truman makes very fine instruments!

 

Who are your musical influences?

So many my brain hurts! But here are a few that I draw on for the Tangies: Pink Floyd, The Church, Portishead, Massive Attack, Buddy Guy, Brand New Heavies.

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How do you describe The Tangerines music?

Sunday, late morning, Portishead slides back into bed with Norah Jones and asks "are you awake"? ... gently at first then...

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Musical Highlight?

Now: Great friends, great music, awesome gigs, great Single Malts... 

Before: Great friends, great music, awesome gigs, O Week/Prosh "after gig" parties in the early 90's. (At least what I remember).

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What can people expect when coming to see The Tangerines?

Psychedelic soundscapes, introspective musings, chilled grooves, the voice of an angel and... terse, self-deprecating, slightly worn men in hats. 😜

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What do you enjoy most about the songwriting process?

Painting with sound and words.

 

What was your first instrument?

Piano, voice, and tenor recorder.  I started playing guitar at 13.

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