Solo artist but has long association with musician Bob Shepheard who has contributed widely on guitar bass and keys over the course of three Binder solo albums.
Influences
american westerns, bob dylan, louis malle, elvis, anthony mann, charles bukowski, ron sexsmith, john lennon, jackson browne, new and old world wine, larry david, martin scorsese, sam peckinpah, muhammad ali, the sopranos, joni mitchell, bob shepheard, frank sinatra, tony bennett
You can also download two free tracks from triple-j's unearthed page..here
"While The Wind's At Your Back" is the third new album from accomplished Kiwi singer/songwriter Damien Binder. Based in Sydney since 2004, Damien took time out briefly before spending the last two years recording and meticulously fine-tuning his long-awaited new album – a culmination of brooding rock, sparkling brit-pop and wistful alt-country melancholy.
Reflecting a deeper maturity and thoughtfulness since Damien’s last album (“Til Now”), "While the Wind's at your Back" explores memory, loss and hope. While dark at times, it also reflects a gentle and optimistic spirit infused with wry humour. The chiming melodic guitars, combined with honest and poetic lyrics, makes for a soul stirring collection of tunes full of drama.
A former New Zealand APRA Silver Scroll finalist, Damien collaborated with his long-time producer Bob Shepheard to produce the new album, which he now jokingly refers to as an "Apocalypse Now" production ordeal. His original band split up on the eve of the album recording, followed by producer Bob Shepheard falling very ill for a long time. However, the experience – while anxious and bewildering – led Damien to write some of his most powerful and emotive songs yet.
At its core, “While the Wind’s at your Back” embodies the notion of taking a leap of faith…
Visit www.damienbinder.com or www.myspace.com/damienbindermusic to listen to tracks from the new album or download the album from iTunes from Nov 2009…
Reviews:
“You could approach this album feeling happily in love but wind up heartbroken by the end.”
“An intimate spectacle!”
About Damien Binder
Kiwi singer-songwriter Damien Binder has been writing and recording his original style of moody alt rock for the last ten years. With three albums already behind him – most recently "While the Wind's at your Back" released in Nov 2009 – Damien’s musical accolades include a 2003 New Zealand APRA Silver Scroll finalist nomination as well as being short-listed for the 2006 International Song Writing Competition.
Since his self-titled debut album in October 2000, Damien has gone on to perform both nationally and internationally while also supporting some of the world’s leading acts. He has played at the SxSW festival in Austin Texas, World Series showcase in Auckland and supported the likes of David Gray, Marianne Faithfull and Ani De Franco. His music has also been featured on numerous album compilations, including Sounds Like Cafe Vol. 17 in Australia.
With his soul-searching heart on sleeve rock, Damien’s music has been likened to Crowded House, Ryan Adams, Evan Dando, and Pete Yorn. Reviewers have often described Damien’s songs as intelligent songcraft, exquisite and honest with a “rich weave of acoustic and electric guitars.”
Prior to pursuing his solo musical career, Damien fronted New Zealand rock band Second Child for five years which shot to local fame with their debut album “Slinky”. The band also played many esteemed support slots for acts such as The Jesus and Mary Chain, Hunters and Collectors and most famously Nirvana on their only NZ tour.
Following on from his success in New Zealand, Damien has been based in Sydney since 2004.
Discography:
• 2000: Damien Binder, self titled debut album.
• 2004: Till Now, second album.
• 2009: While the Wind’s at your Back, long-awaited third album produced during Damien’s five year tenure in Sydney.
Past Album Reviews
"A rich weave of acoustic and electric guitars behind a voice that sounds vulnerable, yet has a strong confident core... carried along on strong tunes and blazing chord progressions. Singer songwriter albums of the standard of Damien Binder's "Til Now" are few and far between." Nick Bollinger - The Sampler
"An album as convincing as its predecessor in it’s honest emotions and intelligent songcraft." Russell Baillie, NZ Herald.
“Binder writes personal, introspective songs on love, life and longing. His expressive voice is complimented by a low-profile production [and he] lets his exquisite songs take centre stage.” Marty Duda, City Mix.
Thanks for the support.. As a treat for hooking up with us, here's a download of our latest tune "Greetings From The Night" for you to enjoy. Click PLAY and download from the widget thingy. Best wishes from London!!
AND if you like what you hear, you can download more of our tunes FOR FREE from this great website, which donates a portion of proceeds to the charity of your choice. http://www.gimmesound.com/MikeWhitePresents
Thanks Damien, Gigs are hard to get right now. I..m taking everything I..m offered. Covers, originals, solo, duo, play for someone else, whatever. Work is work! Hope to see you soon. Shane
New Album @ itunes store 
