The band was noted for its use of obscure instrumentation, including a Weissenborn acoustic guitar, balalaika, cocktail drum kit, cajon and double bass.
[2] The band released five albums on independent record labels and appeared on the Aled Jones, Bob Harris and Johnnie Walker shows on BBC Radio 2.
He established a solo career in the United States after the release of his first album, Mojo Fix, in 2012, for which he collaborated in Texas with former Los Angeles studio bassist and producer Bob Parr.
Guest musicians on the album included Santana and Steve Winwood veteran Walfredo Reyes on drums; McKenzie Smith of Midlake; and Charlie Bisharat, a violinist known for his work with Shadowfax.
[6] In early 2007, he spent six weeks travelling through Mali, Guinea and Senegal and playing with local musicians, including Malian singer/guitarist Vieux Farka Toure.