Simply Bushed - Biography

The Players

Paul Grierson - Lead Vocals, Lead guitar, Mandolin

Simply Bushed is the first band Paully joined and at the time he did know at least three chords but wasn't really certain of what a key was. These days he is the front man for the band, playing and singing up a storm.

Lately, Paul has been knocking out some of his own thoughts and experiences in the form of original songs. With a great response for the first effort, this area of the band will only grow and become a stronger focus.

However, All you really need to worry about is that the mulleted, ratbaggy one is there to inflict a Great time on anyone within coooeeee!

Chris Rieger (Riegs) - Lead Vocals, Acoustic guitar, Banjo

Born and bred into the music industry, Chris Rieger has been cloned from the missing DNA from all the greats in the industry. With a background of Australian and German culture, he has travelled the globe entertaining people throughout Europe, some parts of America and of course Australia.

After doing his time with a Rock band based at the Castle Hill Catholic University in Sydney, he moved swiftly to a prominent Irish Band. Here, he performed for the then Prime Minister and Premier of NSW and many serious dancers around the club scene in Sydney. He gained experience that saw him performing with talents like Daniel O,Donnel, Mary Duff, Normie Rowe. (What a name dropper) Nick named Riegs, he will always be happy to big smile for you especially if you buy him a beer.

Steve Stuut - Vocals, Drums and Percussion, whacky noises!

Stunno's is another of the original members of the band. He has always been a rock solid bloke and drummer. What we didn't know about was the quirky sense of humour, the ability to pump out any amount of timely sound effects and beautiful harmonies. Some of the bands most requested songs were written by Stunno's. Steve came to simply bushed with a heap of musicianship and experience which is what held the band together in the early days ( musically speaking !!)

Lilo Blyton - Fiddle

The newest member of Simply Bushed is Lilo joining the band midway through 2009 . Lilo is well known in the irishmusic and bush band circles with many years experience playing everywhere including the Mercantile in the rocks and at Old Sydney Town . She brings a new dimension to the band because of her skill , stature , gender and all round stage prescence !!

On the Bench

Dave Roberts: A legend drummer and a wonderful bloke. Dave has performed with many great artists in the industry. We occasionally refer to him as "The Rash" as he is generally "all over" any new songs we throw at him.

Charlie Lee: Bass Playing Legend, Charlie is Still heavily involved in song writing with paul on a weekly basis and is still helping the band from behind the scenes. Charlie also has special skills involving pulling Grier into line as is required.