Back in 2008, prompted by a “little existential crisis”, I started playing guitar and writing songs. I’d been singing since I could talk, but I was ashamed of anyone hearing me, so I hid my voice. By my late 20’s, I felt compelled to overcome my fear, to stop hiding, and to pursue this thing that had lay dormant within me.

Within a year, I’d written dozens of songs and released my first album, Remnants. Later, in 2015, I brought my songs to life with a full band in the album Divided Heart. After a six-year break, I returned to write Lions for the documentary ‘Battleground Melbourne’. This connection brought me back to life, reminding me of the hope music can bring.

Music has saved me countless times. It’ll haunt me until I pay attention, and realise that the only way to survive is by being truly me, and doing what I love. Thank you for listening, for connecting emotionally, and to all of you who turn up to my gigs—you inspire me and give me a reason to play!