My influences are mainly singer-songwriters. Some of them include Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, Dave Matthews, Pearl Jam, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Neil Young and Norah Jones. And a boatload of other people. I've been playing open mics around Seattle for a long time and I'm warmly received by the audience. And I sing and play guitar in a local Seattle rock band. I've also played bass in pick up bands around town. You can tell in my music I'm influenced by the artists I've stated above. I've been writing songs for years. I am a largely self taught musician. I did study voice for a year with a qualified instructor. I've alaways believed if you keep on writing and playing something might come out of it. Hope you get something out of it--peace