A gaunt 6’6”, Stan cuts an ominous figure on stage and has developed a loyal national

following through his charismatic live performance, both solo; "In half an hour, Skyscraper

Stan stole the evening, his songs complex and engaging" - 13th Floor, and with his band the

Commission Flats; "A towering and compelling figure with an allure that could rival Nick

Cave" – Something You Said.

Originally classing himself as a country musician his earlier influences included pre-war blues, the Laurel Canyon songwriters, Nick Cave and Sam Cooke. Since arriving in Australia in 2009 The Drones, Peep Tempel and Paul Kelly among others have been added to the list.