Carlton Dry Independent Music Charts Album Focus: Guy Pearce

Album title? Broken Bones

Where did the title of your new album come from? I wanted something that encapsulated the general theme of the album (even metaphorical), which is about our relationship with emotions, and how they can be overwhelming at times.

How many releases do you have now? This is my first Guy Pearce record but I’ve sung on soundtrack albums before, like A Slipping Down Life.

How long did it take to write/record? Hard to say because I’ve been writing songs for over 30 years (not specifically for this album), but I guess in the last five years I’ve been compiling these tracks.

Was anything in particular inspiring you during the making? Life really, and the belief that it was important to finish the album and get it out.

What’s your favourite song on it? Depends on my mood but maybe Taste. I have a soft spot for all the songs, to some degree.

Will you do anything differently next time? There’s a lot of people I’d like to use again naturally... and I certainly won’t wait 25 years before I release the next record.

When and where is your launch/next gig? I’ll be touring with Darren Middleton throughout February. The Capital, Bendigo, 31 Jan; Thornbury Theatre, 7 Feb; Caravan Music Club, 8 Feb; Geelong Performing Arts Centre, 28 Feb.

Website link for more info? guypearce.net