John Phillips is a songwriter, singer and guitarist from Australia who has clocked up a long list of band memberships since the early 1970s. Also, he produces and makes videos and short films.

He founded and performed vocals and guitar in bands like Urban Principle and The Pipelines, after honing his musicianship in bands like Raw Deal, New Wave post-punk outfit Kikx and early Goanna. These days he regularly releases his own music

In the trail of bands, he has supported iconic Australian acts including INXS, Men at Work, Midnight Oil, AC/DC, Cold Chisel, The Angels, Paul Kelly, Mental as Anything, Radio Birdman, Hush, The Dingoes, The Birthday Party, Mi-Sex, Captain Matchbox and Sherbet.

John plays blues guitar improvisations when performing with Sons of The Blues, and he imparts his knowledge and skills as a teacher.