SUNNYRIDE MUSICIANS

Georgia Germein is a globally touring singer-songwriter who has performed on hundreds of stages worldwide and released music under multiple acclaimed projects. In Sunnyride, she brings a seasoned voice, sharp lyrical instinct and an unmistakable presence rooted deep in the Australian musical landscape.

Tom Kneebone is one of Australia’s most trusted guitarists, known for his versatility and work alongside a wide range of major artists. In Sunnyride, he brings texture, tone and musical intuition across guitars, bass, banjo, and backing vocals, anchoring the band’s sound with taste and finesse.

Frank Giles is a highly tasteful violinist who has performed in theatres, venues and bars across the country with an exceptional ear for nuance and space. In Sunnyride, his playing adds lift, warmth and emotional colour, threading melody through story.

Music has been a constant part of David Bonnin’s life, performing solo and in bands across traditional music venues. He founded free on-hold music initiative Sunnyride, to share human-made music more widely. His songwriting is shaped by warmth, vibrancy and the idea of the journeyman in us all – a reminder to pause, choose differently, and make room for decency and connection.

Kaurna Cronin is drummer, percussionist and creative director of Sunnyride, shaping the rhythmic backbone and sonic direction with precision, feel and story-first intent. He is a multi-award-winning Australian artist who has released ten albums under his name, and touring both nationally and internationally.

Stu Patterson tours internationally and performs with a number of acclaimed outfits; a sought-after musician who comfortably wears many musical hats. For Sunnyride, Stu brings soul, swagger and breath-driven energy on saxophone and clarinet; whatever the hat, Stu wears it well.

Izzy is a vocalist with a warm, distinctive sound and a deep understanding of music. She brings tone, texture, and emotional depth to Sunnyride through both lead and harmony vocals. She continues to pursue music as a life’s mission, contributing passion, experience, and heart to every performance.

Ryan Martin-John is a seasoned recording engineer and musician, running his own studios and working across a broad spectrum of recording, mixing and creative projects. With Sunnyride, he provides keys and vocals, as well as production and engineering, adding depth, clarity and musical intelligence to every layer.

Milush Piochaud – Bass
Milush Piochaud adds melodic, groove-focused bass lines to select Sunnyride tracks, grounding the music with warmth, feel, and subtle rhythmic drive.

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Django Rowe – Electric Guitar
Django Rowe brings expressive electric guitar textures to Sunnyride, adding atmosphere, tone, and dynamic lift to the project’s sound."