Biography

I was born, adopted, and raised in Toronto, Canada. My music education began in elementary school when I played baritone in the school band and started private guitar and saxophone lessons. In high school I continued playing in the school band (trombone and saxophone) and also performed with a Dixieland-style band at local homes for the aged.

High school was also my first introduction to music theory and composition. My Grade 9 English teacher inspired me to write poetry which led to early attempts at songwriting. I formed my first band (the Cobra's) and performed at house parties and school dances. In the 1980’S I started performing on a regular basis in local venues and in various Radio station-sponsored talent competitions.

In 1996 I moved to the United States where I met my biggest fan, supporter, and inspiration – wife, Shari. We married in 2000

As an adoptee I never knew my birth roots. This all changed in 2008 when I was introduced to my birth relatives for the first time. Unfortunately, my birth mother was deceased, but this event provided the inspiration for my song “One of Seven Feathers” (see full story here). Given the opportunity record this song as a tribute to my birth mother and her family also opened the door for the opportunity to record some more of my own music and release a debut CD entitled “Finding My Way”.

My life has been full of many interesting and life-altering experiences. I have been fortunate to have met and worked with many fine people, each of whom I have learned from, been guided by, and have been privileged to be able to call a friend. I am convinced that every single experience in my life – the good and the bad -- has happened for a reason.

In 2010 I released by second CD entitled "Second Time Around" which has received worldwide recognition with radio airplay and invitations to perform overseas.

Also in 2010, I released my own version of the song "Hurt", written by Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails, and recorded by Johnny Cash.