Biography
“I’m going back to New York to tell everyone of this songwriting genius I’ve discovered in Scotland” – Gary Lucas, (‘Captain Beefheart’/ ‘Jeff Buckley’) to j in front of Producer Andy Miller (‘Mogwai’) on his 1st session with us in 2011…
“LOWER your expectations” (j’s stanadard response before perfoming following an elaborate introduction)…
“I’m just a wee guy fae the schemes that picked up a guitar back in the day and started battering oot tunes ‘coz I couldnae dae anything else & didnae fancy continuing diggin’ the road singing in the pissin’ rain for the rest of my life, up to my eyes in muck”– j
“I just wanted to write my tunes & sing them, I never wanted to be famous… MISSION ACCOMPLISHED (lol)”- j
“This man has been going through some shit lately and to be in that room when he got up there for the first time in a very long time was something that I’ll remember for the rest of my life, I was genuinely moved to tears! I truly believe he’s one of the best singers on the planet (best vocal to come outa Scotland since Frankie Miller). Keep fighting the good fight brother we’re all here for ya! 🖤” – Cammy Black of 13 Crowes
Jay is an independent Glaswegian singer/ songwriter on a mission driven by sheer force of bloody will to collaborate with veteran past members of influential groups he admires from music’s most notable eras!
If you are a fan of legendary players from classic bands/acts such as XTC, David Bowie, Jeff Buckley, Paul Weller & The Style Council, Jellyfish, Noel Gallagher, Beck, Morrisey, and Captain Beefheart? then Jay The Mighty Roadflower’s Songbook is a must have addition to your music collection.
His evocative lyrics and use of discordant notes amongst tuneful melodic changes create song soundscapes that are distinctly different – a refreshing change for the ear, full of layered nuance (so you’ll hear a little something new each time you listen), creating tracks that provide musical exploration for classic music lovers; featuring new contributions from influential musicians from your favourite bands of the 70s, 80s and 90s.
“Like ‘Syd Barrett’, ‘Big Star’; He’s like a fat Brian Wilson! (laughter)”
