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I am a 23yr old independent artist creating music that soothes the mind and soul with atmospheric melodies, layered vocals and gentle build ups toward glorious intensity. I sing/write/produce my own music. My lyrical content is inspired by the micro effect of the brain's macro impact on the world. The resulting tumultuous repercussions of human greed, resilience and passionate innovation channel an emotional energy of love and heartbreak into my music.

Winston is the greatest piano-driven-classically-influenced-alternative-indie-rock-pop group ever to have graced the earth. The band is built around the songwriting talents of singer/pianist Gary Newman, who began composing music in London after his Spanish housemates sat him in front of his piano and made him smoke a joint. As it turns out the sounds that emerged were quite pleasant to the ear and after returning to Melbourne, Newman collaborated with violinist Kat Morgan. Morgan’s classical background and ability to almost instantly compose countermelodies complemented Newman’s music perfectly. After a year playing as a duo, Winston was formed when the pair met drummer Stu Hazelman from The Hazelman Brothers and Mark Stipic, former bass player for The Hollow. Influenced by artists such as Ben Folds, Nick Cave, The Dirty Three and Muse, Winston’s sound can be understated lo-fi one minute, heavy rock the next. The band’s music is renowned for its rich textures, intricate inner

Pulled together from various suburbs of Melbourne, Winston are a respectable, do-it-yourself, ramshackle four piece band looking to make their mark on the local music scene. Through various gigs around Melbourne, Winston have managed to piece together a unique blend of alt-country and blues sounds. Led strongly from the front by some genuine story telling about the good and the bad ol' times we all encounter, Winston have developed their sound based around a simple, guitar and keyboard dynamic. Adding some sweet harmonies into the mix makes for a foot-stomping, head nodding, two-step dancing engaging live experience.