Nik Hamby

Just got back from Toowoomba after a lovely weekend centred around the Songwriters Showcase, which was held at the Cafe Guitar on Saturday afternoon.  Nine participating songwriters were on the whiteboard including the organiser, Peter Campbell.  I played "Breathe, Miss Sunshine" and "The Decision" (not yet released). I chose the second song based on the Country flavour of the event, as that song has an Australian Country Feel.  I was surprised how nervous I was, playing my own tunes, but I got through the performance with minimal chords misplaced and notes flattened. I collected another facebook friend and there was some positive feedback. Overall it was a successful first outing.  Most likely my next adventure will be the online Trimstone event in just over two weeks. I have been advised they would like four songs (if I pick the two short songs I played them), which sounds good to me.  I have no plans to go further with live performances. There are a few open mic

This song runs off a bass line.  It addresses the self-judgment that remains after long years of being socially dysfunctional, and living with constant lies.

I have been very keen to share my latest release with as many people as I can. This track, I consider, has captured a large part of who I am. When I just see or hear folks are struggling I often become emotionally involved, though I might not know much more of the story than the barest bit.  I feel it’s a common thing to experience compassion. We don’t talk about it all that much though.  "How Much You Mean to Me" was written on a night when a friend,who I only know through Facebook, was going through dire illness and was distressed.  I felt so deeply for them I had to write. Sometimes songs are born through so much more than just a need.  This song premiered on the radio last week. It released on Valentine’s Day. Not because it’s some romantic love song. It draws on the essence of love for each other, our overwhelming humanity as we see pain and torment and it stirs us to action. Have a listen. I give you all the gift of this song. A couple of minutes to share compassion and