James Cruickshank

Name:

"James Cruickshank."

Define your genre in five words or less:

"Experimental blues folk showtunes."

Someone walks past as you're playing, they get a beer and tell their friend about you... what do they say?

"Now that's what I call entertainment."

How long have you been gigging and writing?

"25 earth years."

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

"The next one."

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

"John Cage."

What inspires or has influenced your music the most?

"Sex and death."

What do you think a band has to do these days to succeed?

"Drive straight into the middle of the road."

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

"My new album is called Note To Self and is available through Vitamin and all good music stores."

Why should everyone come and see your band?

"Because it accurately depicts the fifth dimension."

When are you playing live/releasing your album/EP/single/etc?

"I will be releasing Note To Self at The East Brunswick Club on Thursday July 7, ably supported by Matt Walker and Liz Stringer."