Timothy Haines

Define your genre in five words or less:

“Almost folk.”

How long have you been gigging and writing?

:Ever since Michael Jackson’s televised 25^th Anniversary special.”

What has been your favourite gig you’ve played to date?

“A gig at The Tote a few years ago.”

Which band would you most like to have a battle/showdown with?

“My songs aren’t fit for battle. Not in a bad way though.”

What inspires or has influenced your music the most?

“Supposed heartbreak and anxiety, desire to impress people and idealise myself. Kanye West, Bon Iver and Gillian Welch and Dylan and Cohen.”

Do you have any record releases to date? What? Where can I get it?

“Single launch in the middle of the year at the Wesley Anne, otherwise I have scrappy recordings that I hand out free at gigs. When I record a full album this year, I will sell it at Melbourne’s finest indie fresh cafes and at shows unless a store picks it up.”

Why should everyone come and see your band?

“My songs are good and original. Nice to listen to with some to think about afterwards.”