Marty Willson-Piper is a guitarist and member of Australian independent rock band The Church. After busking his way around the world, the Englishman found himself in Australia. Having taken in an early concert by The Church, which were at that time performing as a three-piece, Willson-Piper soon joined Steve Kilbey, Peter Koppes and Nick Ward, expanding the band's lineup and broadening its sound. Along with contributing to each of the Church's studio releases, he has maintained a steady solo effort since the mid-1980s. Other side projects and collaborations include two stints as guitarist for UK rock group All About Eve, David Gedge's Cinerama and work with Jules Shear, Tom Verlaine, Martin Rössel, and Aimee Mann. Willson-Piper recently joined veteran band The Saints to record an album and tour. He also works with long-time friend Andy 'Dare' Mason under the name "Noctorum".

Discography

Albums

• In Reflection (1987)
• Art Attack (1988)
• Rhyme (1989)
• Spirit Level (1992)
• Hanging Out in Heaven (2000)

Singles and EPs

• She's King (1988)
• On the Tip of My Tongue (1988)
• Questions Without Answers (1989)
• Melancholy Girl (1989)
• Luscious Ghost e.p. (1992)
• I Can't Cry (1992)

Live Recordings

• Live At The Fine Line Cafe (2000)
• Live At The Knitting Factory (2000)
• Live From The Other Side (2004)

Seeing Stars

• ''Seeing Stars (1997)

Noctorum

• Sparks Lane (2004)
• Offer the Light (2006)

External links

• www.martywillsonpiper.net Official Site

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