Joshua Batten is a modern-day troubadour, using music as his language to connect with his audience. Based in Melbourne, Batten’s style of 60’s-70’s inspired bluesy folk-rock is characterised by passionate vocals, accomplished guitar playing, layered arrangements, and insightful lyrics. Drawing on personal experience, his music provides both an escape and perspective in a complex world.

Americana UK declared that Michael Meeking had “the rock swagger of The Faces, only more refined and performed better”, while UK’s Maverick Magazine said of Michael’s album, Ride on: “It’s a bit like listening to your favourite bits of your entire record collection in just 40 minutes.”

The Music’s Jeff Jenkins stated: “The Meeking might not inherit the earth, but he will impress with his passionate country rock.”