BIOGRAPHY

Maxwell Harrison is a composer, songwriter, and guitarist best known for his extensive work with various solo artists and bands throughout the UK and US. He's established himself as a sought after guitarist, performing and recording with notable names such as Halsey, EERA, Kitten, Katie Burden, Veronica Bianqui, and Meg Myers. As a composer, he’s written works for media and the concert hall.

Proficient in guitar, piano, bass, and percussion, Maxwell’s style is often described as haunting and restrained; emphasising dark tones and colours. As a guitarist, he's known for using effects pedals to achieve unique sound worlds and advocating a less is more approach.

A graduate of the prestigious Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) in England, he also studied composition at London’s Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance with composers Soosan Lolavar and Deirdre Gribbin. More recently, he was a Master’s Scholar at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, and has had his music performed throughout London in venues such as the Barbican Centre and National Gallery.

Testimonials

Veronica Bianqui: Singer-Songwriter, London

“Max was easy to work with and professional. He always kept a calm head and is a team player. He came with creative ideas and learned his parts so that we didn’t need to spend group time running through individual parts. Thoroughly enjoyed playing with him!”

Norm Block: Producer (Warpaint, Jenny Lee, Katie Burden), Los Angeles

“I have worked with Max on several occasions in my studio for artist releases that always seem to require a truly unique approach to their compositions. Max was able to quickly adapt to the direction the song was wanting and or pointing us in, and he always did so with a understanding of the sensitivity of the music.

His instincts will go straight to what would resonate with each individual artist, and for myself as a producer he is always open and willing to do whatever I needed to hear as well, regardless if he was developing something at the moment…Equally as important, Maxwell is truly a pleasure to be around while always exhibiting a talent in so many ways, technically, sonically and compositionally”.

Katie Burden: Singer-Songwriter, Vancouver (Canada)

“As a singer and songwriter, I am always looking for musicians who not only understand my aesthetic, but can help elevate a song by infusing it with their unique artistic voice. It’s primarily for these reasons that I have collaborated with Max on several musical projects. He has great instincts and ideas, and as a human being, is a pleasure to be around.

He is always professional, has an excellent work ethic and works harmoniously with other musicians.”