ABOUT

Danny McCrum is a guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and podcaster with extensive experience on stage and in the studio. 
 He has worked with and supported many top artists including Eric Clapton, Tommy Emmanuel, John Mayer, John Butler Trio, Jeff Beck, Bryan Ferry, Joan Armatrading, Norah Jones, Jimmy Barnes, Simple Minds, Katie Melua and many top New Zealand acts.  
He currently performs with Noise Play, The Buskers and Campbell.  

Danny has released four albums: Awake & Restless (2007, Elite Music), Say What You Mean (2009, Liberation/Universal), Letters to the Future (2012, Paper Plane) and Hustle Bustle (2019, Paper Plane).  He has worked as a session musician for numerous producers and artists including Greg Haver, Stephen Small, Lizzie Marvelly, Peter van Gent, Alex Burke (US), Magnolia Memoir (US), Debbie Harwood, Campbell, Emme Lentino (NZ/US), Venice Quin, Phil Edwards Band, Georgia Lines, AutoMatic 80s and the Michael Jackson tribute show 'King Of Pop’.   

Along with Bobby Kennedy (Opshop) Danny hosts the podcast series Don’t Give Up Your Day Job where they talk to creative professionals about their experiences in the entertainment business.   

Danny also runs Auckland Guitar Lessons and function band The Buskers.

Danny is endorsed by:

Rockbox Electronics  and Chris Campbell Guitars


News

NEW ALBUM OUT NOW

NOISE PLAY’s new album Junk includes six originals and a reworked version of Neil Finn’s She Will Have Her Way. The album includes an exciting mix of rock, funk, jazz and reggae and includes guest appearances by Mark Steven (Hands Off), Stephen Small (Hello Sailor) and Eddie Rayner (Split Enz).

Stream Junk on Spotify, Tidal & Apple
Stream Junk on your preferred platform here
Buy Junk on iTunes & Bandcamp
  
Check it their website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

PODCAST

Danny and drummer Bobby Kennedy (Opshop, Neil Finn, Stereobus) host the podcast series Don’t Give Up Your Day Job. The idea of this podcast is to give people an insight into the lives and careers of creative professionals. Check it out here.

HUSTLE BUSTLE OUT NOW  

"Danny has created a beautiful album of finely-tuned, soul-searching, gut-wrenching rock songs that just drip with mojo and lessons learned! Bang your drum, McCrum!" Tommy Emmanuel
“Fave tracks Full Speed Ahead and Mine All Mine… your guitar playing is killer!” Greg Johnson
“Danny has managed to craft a collection of songs that demonstrate musicality mixed with pop-esque sensibilities that is not often seen.” Bobby Kennedy (Opshop)
You can also buy and stream the album on BandcampiTunes
Spotify, Apple Music and most other streaming platforms.

ENDORSEMENTS

Danny McCrum is proudly endorsed by Chris Campbell Guitars and guitar pedal manufacturer Rockbox.  
Chris Campbell Custom Shop™ was founded by Chris Campbell in 1971. Based in San Francisco Chris' vast experience has allowed him to produce guitars, effects and amplifiers that are simply “right” from the first moment you play them. 
Rockbox is all about quality.  Visit their website and watch the new promo film featuring Danny playing through the Boiling Point pedal.

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