[1] He is influenced by artists such as Michael Hedges, Steve Newman, Madala Kunene, Tony Cox,[2] Tananas, Led Zeppelin, Mark Kozelek and Ralph Towner.

He has collaborated, toured, supported and recorded with dozens of artists including Dave Matthews,[3] Jethro Tull,[3] multiple Grammy Award[4] winner and founder of Windham Hill Records,[4] William Ackerman,[4] Vusi Mahlasela,[4] Derek Gripper, Piers Faccini,[4] Kaki King, Dan Patlansky, Shawn Phillips,[3] Violent Femmes,[5] Martin Simpson, Salif Keita, the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra, Steve Newman,[3] Jon Gomm, Preston Reed and many others.

[5] At the age of 18, Guy Buttery’s debut album was nominated for ‘Best Newcomer’ and ‘Best Instrumental’ at the South African Music Awards (SAMA’s) making him the youngest nominee in the history of the event.

The following year, Guy toured across 5 continents and released a collaborative album, titled "Nāḍī", with Indian born sitar player and vocalist, Kanada Narahari.

Recorded in a singular session in India in a largely improvised setting, "One Morning in Gurgaon" continues Guy's love affair with the music of the subcontinent.