Murray Webber
Murray is a self-taught musician with a passion for Alt Folk/Country. His music career began in the vibrant 90’s Brisbane band scene. Having cut his teeth on some of the now-infamous stages of The Orient Hotel, The Outpost, & The Playroom to name a few, he has also received critical acclaim for various releases resulting in regular airplay on Triple J & NZ stations. Murray then moved back to Byron Bay and worked as a chaperone for performers in The East Coast Blues Festival & found himself in the lucky position of jamming with international blues legends Taj Mahal, Norton Buffalo & Elvin Bishop. A career pivot soon followed by way of an 11-year stint as a lead performer 5 nights a week in musical theatre, at the popular Gold Coast haunt, Draculas. After leaving his full-time performing role, Murray took a much-needed break before forming duo (Black Kite) with fellow local musician Linda Angledal & proceeded to release a couple of singles under the name of Heron Blue, followed by his current passion performing & writing songs for These Idle Hands.
Kieran Richardt
Kieran started playing on a beat-up classical guitar 24 years ago and soon developed a fondness for blues/folk and alternative Australian music. A multi-instrumentalist in the true sense of the word, Kieran is proficient on didj, banjo, 12 string, dulcimer, uke, Charrango and Weissenborn lap & if that wasn’t enough, he also builds his own instruments from scratch. Kieran has busked in the USA, Central America, Europe and Asia. Since returning to Australia, he’s gigged extensively with Kate Leopold and helped kick start the morning music cafe scene on the GC. One of the founding members of Leopold’s Treat, a band that went on to be awarded Emerging Artist of the Year in the Gold Coast Music Awards in 2016 Kieran now brings his considerable musical experience (and a truckload of instruments) to These Idle Hands.
Josh Morris
Josh has been writing & performing folk-inspired music since his mid-teens with a strong penchant for rich layered harmonies & a simple driving beat. Josh began playing on the Gold Coast & has graced the stage with well known local Alt Folk outfit Leopold’s Treat. Followed by time spent in Montana (USA) playing and performing with Bluegrass outfit Babaganoush. Josh’s rich baritone & fingerstyle guitar compliment “These Idle Hands” lush arrangements like a match made in heaven
Sue Ferrers
Sue’s incredible talent is on full display in the These Idle Hands family. An absolute powerhouse of a performer, who’s skilful playing is integral to the bands cinematic sound. Studying from 1990 – 1993 at Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Australia, Sue majored in violin with second instrument jazz violin. Soon to receive a Graduate Diploma of Education from University of New England, receiving highest grade in the teaching subject “Music”. Sue’s resume reads large, along with shredding on the strings, she’s also published an article in “Journal for the Talented and Gifted” in Australia. Was violinist and backing-vocalist in the Australian Folk-Rock-Band Popproperly toured between 1997 and 2004 throughout Europa. With hundreds of performances – from Open-Air-Mega-Events to Unplugged-gigs in small stages in Holland, Belgium, Ireland, Denmark, Sweden, Finland und Germany Sue is a passionate performer, that grabs the audience by the ears and takes them on a musical adventure reflecting her own dedication and devotion to music.
Amaya Coburn
Amaya is our songbird. Not just an incredible voice, she also can hold her own on both violin and guitar, playing with the school senior orchestra. Originating from the Gold Coast & still at high school, this hasn’t stopped her from taking the stage with Leopold’s Treat & finding her place as a valued member of These Idle Hands. Having completed a Cert lll in Music Industry at TAFE, Amaya has a keen interest in the business side of music. Amaya has developed a rich uniqueness to her voice which is rarely found. Her haunting vocals elicit a strong emotional response.
Craig Johnston
Inspired by the rich tapestry of music of the 60s and 70s, Craig Johnston decided to invest some quality teenage years teaching himself to play Guitar. After several years of jamming along with his fathers’ extensive record collection he decided the Bass Guitar would be his weapon of choice. He played in a few bands in high school and whilst studying art in Brisbane, formed the band George with some old high school chums and likeminded new ones. Whilst fully immersed in the thriving Briz music of the early/mid 90s he also had stints playing bass with electro/hiphop outfit Soma Rasa at venues like The Zoo, The Arena and Ric’s Bar etc. Craig compliments the acoustic-eclectic sound of These Idle Hands with a sweet Fretless Bass.
Benny D Williams
Widely acknowledged as one of the most talented performers and hard-working musicians in South East Queensland. A true multi-instrumentalist, Benny commands a pure essence of high energy performance blended with beautiful harmonies and rhythm. Benny brings his piano chops to These Idle Hands, melodically building dynamic crescendos then stripping the jam back to its bare beginnings.
Jamie Mercer
Jamie Mercer started his love affair with music at the age of 13, on a vintage drum kit acquired by his mum. Originating from Wollongong, Jamie cut his musical teeth on rock and roll, rhythm and blues and heavy metal. 37 years on, Jamie has developed an ear & the skill set required, for any style of playing. He’s mastered the art of playing to space & having the musical smarts to know just when and where to pull the trigger. Jamie brings something unique to every performance. A seasoned working musician, with loads of experience as a much sort after session musician & general gun for hire Jamie slotted into the TIH family easily, With the unique vibe he brings and his willingness to explore new musical ideas, it was a match made in heaven.