my bands
Lightkeepers blend folk storytelling with indie rock dynamics, amplifying the stories of our times and our changing world.
Jason Khaw Trio. Acoustic folk trio performing original songs at festivals and venues around Australia.
JingoBa. A six-piece R&B band performing funky R&B and uptempo soul for an energetic evening of music and dance.
Casual local gypsy jam (south of the river) where I get to improvise with some of Melbourne's jazz giants. First Sunday of each month.
Chapter 4. A four-piece band performing an eclectic blend of jazzy, funky and pop songs with a residency at Penny Black, Brunswick, in 2025.
The Blue Hotel. Writing and performing original songs from indie rock to down beat ambience, dance electronic feels and heart felt ballads.
bio
After an excess of music exams and Brandenburg concertos Phil escaped the classical scene. Influenced by the "Dunedin sound" he slipped into the indie world with some school mates, transferring from violin to the electric bass and joining the four-piece "Yorkie and the Bricklayer". A few years later, with a burgeoning interest in jazz harmony, Phil joined a jazz trio, "Float The Boat", with a regular spot at a local cafe.
A renewed focus on the bass has seen Phil explore his indie roots while also diving into genres such as soul, R&B, funk, latin and reggae. Recently he has had the privilege of recording with Jason Khaw on his recent Peace River album, and with The Blue Hotel for an upcoming indie/electronic album. He currently plays electric bass and viola, occasionally joining in the local Gypsy Djam.