This is a song I wrote a while back - it's hitting differently these past few days though so thought I'd record a live solo version... Enjoy. youtu.be/CaQngkTKYO8?...

Today my little buddy turned 4. Hard to believe!

Back in Attic Studios and working as a 3-piece - looking forward to getting back out there soon...

Found an offensive publication on my way into work - dealt with it appropriately!

I've missed this voice... youtu.be/ERgxcNyneYI?...

Time for a bit of mandolin recording for Robb Murphy - it's been a while!

So as the sun is setting on a Thursday evening, it's time to bid farewell to my little 2012 Toyota Auris! It served me well, but after 115k miles it's time to let it retire... As Neil Young once sang - long may you run!

New amp day! A Princeton Reverb's been on my wish list for years and today's the day one has come into my life. This one's had a few tweaks and sounds phenomenal!

A short snippet from our Petty-inspired tune "Ups & Downs"

Some shots from tonight's show in the Pavilion, Belfast. Great night all round!

One final rehearsal ahead of next week's SONI gig in The Pavilion

So, this is happening on Friday 23rd January - will be our first live performance as The August County! Should be a fun night.

Happy New Year all - youtu.be/gydSTyZSGms?...

Merry Christmas all!

On this day in 1998, the band made its first live television appearance in three years.

THIS: 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇

Making music on a Saturday night...

From garage to home office/music room/man cave - the conversion is complete!

A few shots from our recent rehearsal... Another new song in the bag!

A Vibro Champ, a minimalist pedal board and a Tele - the perfect home rig.

Another evening in Attic Studios - starting to sound gig-ready...

Another rehearsal, a new song and a couple of new Kramers too!

Around the Sun probably wasn't R.E.M's finest hour (although it's needlessly slated in my opinion). Songs like this still make it a worthwhile listen. I miss these guys...

Hard to believe my little buddy's the big 3 already...

Things are shaping up nicely... We're looking forward to sharing some original material soon.

"May your strength give us strength, may your faith give us faith, may your hope give us hope, may your love give us love." - Bruce Springsteen

The Hold Steady - themes of redemption and resurrection - the perfect soundtrack for the Easter weekend! Turn it up! youtu.be/PFiiq2sFD7E?...

Back at Inca Road studios to make a bit more noise!

It's easy to take what's on your doorstep for granted sometimes. There's still a lot of peace in this world - and sometimes we don't have to travel too far to find it.

Can't say I'd ever endorse vandalism of property, but I can fully get behind any stand against fascism... BBC News - Vehicles damaged at Belfast Tesla dealership www.bbc.com/news/article...

Some important achievements here

Just back from the first of hopefully many rehearsals with a new band... Was great to make some noise again!

'Did you even say thank you?'

*endorsed

This is a pretty accurate representation...

Kinda hoping she's right to be honest...

This feels kind of accurate...

Got a free house this evening so...

Bang and Blame was released as a single on this day in 1995. Here’s the video directed by Randy Skinner. youtu.be/4cdZQ41rGAg?...

R.E.M. - always relevant and always right on the money!

Seems kinda relevant... youtu.be/QyGTCGan1co?...

Dusting off my riffs (and vocals) for a potential new project... And yes, my rehearsal room has been taken over by a toddler!

I'm not the most proficient mandolin player but this little Epiphone has served me well in the studio and on the road - it does what I need it to do!

A festive throwback from a number of years back when we played more live shows. Merry Christmas everyone - have a safe and peaceful one. www.facebook.com/share/r/3EE6...

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock...

Just back from a local Carol service. We sang "chains shall he break, for the slave is a brother - and in his name all oppression shall cease". Can't help but think that this line will be sang by a lot of actual oppressors this festive season...

A family portrait - just in time for Christmas.

Is Elon Musk more evil than Trump? That’s a scary debate to have.

Even guitar players need at least one bass (I have 2) - this is one of them. Can't go wrong with a Precision.