Location: The Wirral in the United Kingdom.

First Instruments: I started Piano lessons aged 7 and taught myself to play the guitar aged 12.

Occupation: Music is my hobby, I am an analyst programmer.

Favourite Bands: Rush, Jethro Tull, Gentle Giant, King Crimson, Genesis, It Bites, Bruford, John Scofield, Kings X, Lunatic Soul, Nik Kershaw, Madness, The Police and many more.....

Favourite Guitarists: Alex Lifeson, John Scofield and Allan Holdsworth.

Other Interests: Science, nature and history.

Sporting interests: Horse racing, tennis and golf; particularly the Ryder Cup.

Favourite Colour (for former Smash Hits readers): ORANGE!!!!!