True, honest, heart rending, thought provoking songs. You can smell the sweat and feel the tears that have gone into creating Val Ockert’s clever, observational lyrics; and they are perfectly accompanied by a voice that sounds like it’s been round the block more than a few times - gritty and full of emotion. Original instrumentation completes the picture and it’s a scene that will have you coming back again to check out the vista. Music seems to come so simply to some people. Val Ockert is one of those people.

Chris Eaton – Round Mountain Girls

Val Ockert is a masterful songwriter whose distinctive style fuses authenticity with poignant and evocative lyrics. Dive into his collection of finely-crafted, deeply poetic songs for a captivating experience.

The catchy yet profound lyrics exude insight and charm, complemented by Val's enchanting voice. 

Adding sumptuous vocal harmonies and melodious keyboard and banjo lines, Tracey enriches their musical tapestry.  Their album, Lane Hog Mind With A Timid Heart promises an enjoyable listening journey, while their invitation to play, and performance at, ‘Splendour in the Grass’ further solidifies their musical  prowess. Barry Ferrier - Dr Baz