About
Welcome to my musician and music industry pages! I've worked in the music industry since 1997, covering multiple roles including musician, instrument and stage tech, promoter, and event organizer.
I've played in numerous bands - initially as a guitarist, now primarily as a drummer focusing on extreme metal styles. I've had the pleasure of recording with renowned producers such as Russ Russell (Napalm Death, Dimmu Borgir) and Roger Tebbutt (Cardiacs, Rachel Stamp) at top studios including the legendary Trident Studios, Nomis, Black Wing, Fortress Studios, and Parlour Sound.
My musical journey spans multiple instruments - guitar, drums, bass, keyboards, and even clarinet - across genres from death and black metal to punk, indie, progressive, and psychedelic. My passion lies particularly in progressive, metal, and industrial music.
Beyond performing, I've worked in backstage production and event management, roadie/guitar tech work including live dates and tours with Porcupine Tree and Ginger Wildheart, and at festivals including Canterbury Fayre 2002 and 2003 featuring well known artists including Robert Plant, The Stranglers and The Damned. I also organized the 'Enblackened' black metal festival in London at Camden Underworld in 2010.
Bands & Projects
Currently active project. Originally signed to US-based Open Grave Records, now running our own imprint label under Voiceprint Records, releasing albums in 2010 and 2012.
"The British black metal scene is finally starting to flourish thanks to bands like Primitive Graven Image who've been kicking ass and taking names for some time now. Stylish, contemporary and passionate."
- Powerplay (7/10)
Charting indie/punk band with significant press coverage and commercial success.
"An unstable firework of a band... edgy, off kilter and off the wall, Nightnurse are actually a little bit frightening"
- Kerrang!, 1999
Industrial/Metal band - I drummed on the Crisis//Reinvention album and Skinless EP.
Pre-Akercocke death metal band with live dates and recordings. My extreme metal foundations.
Including Avoidance Of Doubt (guitar, 2007), Shellshock (guitarist in 'Kev' video), Abgott (live dates/tours, 'Master Of Illusions' album 2014), early Porcupine Tree jam sessions, Empyreal Destroyer (drummer 2008-2010), Morktar (Drummer around 2010).
Videos
Check out some performance footage and music videos from various projects over the years:
Live performance footage and music videos showcasing our black metal sound and technical drumming.
Archive footage from our indie/punk era including live performances and studio sessions from the late '90s.
Industrial/metal video content featuring material from Crisis//Reinvention and Skinless EP releases.
Live from Bloodstock, 2008
Photos
A collection of band photos, studio shots, and live performance images spanning my musical career since 1997.
🥁 Drumming & Live Performances
🏠 Studio & Equipment
🎸 Band History
🤝 Industry Connections
Endorsements
I'm proud to be endorsed by several leading music equipment manufacturers, reflecting my commitment to quality gear and professional standards.
🥁 Drums & Percussion
Premium drum kits and hardware - my go-to choice for both studio and live work since the early days.
Electronic drums, triggers, and sound modules for modern hybrid setups and studio enhancement.
Boutique custom drum solutions for specialized recording and performance needs.
High-performance double bass pedals essential for extreme metal drumming techniques.
🎸 Guitar Equipment (Nightnurse Era)
Classic British amplification that defined the Nightnurse sound throughout the '90s indie/punk era.
Vintage British effects pedals for that distinctive overdriven and fuzzed guitar tone.
These endorsements reflect years of professional use and trust in quality equipment that delivers consistent results in both studio and live environments.
Studio Services
I operate a private studio available for hire in Gerrards Cross (Bucks/West London, UK), serving both rehearsal and recording purposes. Located out of town in an area of woodland and lakes, it provides an inspiring environment for focusing on music creation.
The studio offers a peaceful, creative space away from urban distractions, perfect for bands and solo artists looking to develop their sound or record professional material.
Music Lessons
I offer guitar and drum lessons on a selective basis. While teaching isn't my primary focus due to touring and recording commitments, I'm available for dedicated students looking to develop their skills in rock, metal, and progressive styles.
Other Work & Contact
My expertise extends to computer programming, specializing in internet technologies within the music industry. I developed and managed websites for Delerium Music for ten years, including the legendary Freak Emporium - widely regarded as one of the best music collector sites online, earning recognition from Record Collector, The Guardian, and Bizarre magazines.