Perched, never parched

Black Box @ The Lido, 2nd Saturday of the month

I'm a Canadian singer-songwriter rooted in classic country, with strong threads of folk, blues, and rock weaving through my sound. Though I play acoustic and electric guitar, my heart has always belonged to the keys—piano and synths are my mainstays. I draw inspiration from legends like Hank Williams Sr., John Prine, Lyle Lovett, and Stompin’ Tom Connors (yep, I went there!). My songs reflect the stories of a life lived across Montreal, Calgary, Texas, and beyond—tales of music halls, prairie skies, radio booths, and the open sea.

After years in radio broadcasting, where I interviewed everyone from Roy Acuff to Garth Brooks, I turned inward to focus on my own music. I’ve since released a growing collection of original songs that blend heartfelt storytelling with a sense of humor and a dash of wanderlust—fueled by over 30 cruises and travels spanning the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia. These days, I livestream music and birdwatching sessions from the edge of Fish Creek Park in Calgary, often joined by my guitar, parrot Paco, and a sunrise chorus of feathered friends.

Whether it's quirky travel tunes, love songs written in the stars, or memories wrapped in melodies, I’m here to share the songs that got me through—and maybe help someone else find their rhythm too.

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