What the Critics Say

“I have just been listening to Broken Wing about 10 times
and can’t get enough of it!”
– Steve Lillywhite (Producer: U2, The Rolling Stones, The Pogues, Simple Minds, Talking Heads, Peter Gabriel, etc)

“Excuses Excuses reveals considerable growth in Pickering as an artist who touches on a refreshing array of styles while developing a strong musical identity of his own...You know you’ve got a strong record when it’s difficult to pick favourite tracks."
– Courier Mail review of Excuses Excuses Feb 08 (4 stars)

“...soaring choruses, quiet breakdowns and thoughtful melodies...if you’ve ever loved a local singer-songwriter you’ll adore this...”
– Rave Magazine review
of Ghost City

“...a record that continues to resonate, captivate, stimulate and surprise long after your first listen...a magnificent debut...”
– The Courier Mail review
of A Safer Place (4 stars)

“There’s no arguing that Chris Pickering pens a mighty fine tune. He combines his indie-pop smarts with an obvious penchant for country sounds to trump a sound that falls somewhere between Johnny Cash and Death Cab For Cutie.”
– Time Off (26 Jan 2007)

“Chris Pickering has made a name for himself in a short space of time...Chris Pickering’s musical ability
and song writing skills, as well as stage presence, all go to forming an exciting performance.”
– Faster Louder (16 Jan 2007)

“Disarmingly sensitive and insightful, with frank and moving lyrics, Chris’ songs combine raw honesty with beautifully sophisticated yet uncomplicated melodies.”
– Rave Magazine (Nov 2005)