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New Zealand based singer, songwriter, musician and record producer Erik Graham is a man of many talents, who has also been described as a skilled guitar player. His latest single release If I is a heartfelt track with beautiful lyrics and strong vocals, recorded under his own record label Headcage.
Erik’s diversity as a musician has seen him performing everything from “sinister rock” to bluesy pop. His debut album Quiet Desperation was released in 2018. He also tours NZ widely playing tributes to classic rock icons as a member of Lounge Apes and Funkadelic Monks. Many would recognise him as the principle songwriter and primary musician of his self-titled music and rock group Enter Venus.
His song writing on If I is a thoughtful and emotional journey delivered in smooth melodic tones. It has a 90’s rock ballad sound to it which flows elegantly with plenty of originality.
An expat South African, Erik has wasted no time making himself heard since he made New Zealand his home in 2014. His latest offering is a touching track which once again highlights his versatile style as a guitarist but also as a talented songwriter.
About the author Corinne Rutherford

My name is Corinne. I am a music reviewer based in Tauranga. I am currently in a band called The Knids with my partner Michael and good friend Chris. My journey in the NZ music scene started with gig photography, which then evolved into writing and singing. I am passionate about local and New Zealand based music and the musical artists who create it.
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