danny mccrum

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About

Guitarist,
producer,
tutor &
podcaster

Danny McCrum is a guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and podcaster with extensive experience on stage and in the studio. He has worked with and supported many top artists including Eric Clapton, Tommy Emmanuel, John Mayer, John Butler Trio, Jeff Beck, Bryan Ferry, Joan Armatrading, Norah Jones, Jimmy Barnes, Simple Minds, Katie Melua and many top New Zealand acts.  

 
Danny has released five albums: Awake & Restless (2007, Elite Music), Say What You Mean (2009, Liberation/Universal), Letters to the Future (2012, Paper Plane), Hustle Bustle (2019, Paper Plane) and Junk with the band Noise Play (2024, Paper Plane).  He has worked as a session musician for numerous producers and artists including Greg Haver, Stephen Small, Lizzie Marvelly, Peter van Gent, Alex Burke (US), Magnolia Memoir (US), Debbie Harwood, Campbell, Emme Lentino (NZ/US), Venice Quin, Phil Edwards Band, Georgia Lines, AutoMatic 80s and the Michael Jackson tribute show ‘King Of Pop’.   
 
Co-founded with with Bobby Kennedy (Opshop), Danny hosted the podcast series Don’t Give Up where he talked to creative professionals about their experiences in the entertainment business.   
 
Danny also runs Auckland Guitar Lesson, production house Paper Plane Productions, The Buskers and Good Notes. 
 

Danny is endorsed by Rockbox Electronics  and Chris Campbell Guitars.

NEWS

The following is a brief summary of some of Danny McCrum’s current and recent projects.

scholarship

Good Notes - Scholarships

In 2025 Danny McCrum & Trelawne Quinlivan are launching their new music lesson scholarship program Good Notes. 
 

producer

Music production

Danny is currently producing several albums and EPs with a range of artists in a variety of genres. Danny focuses on helping artists find their own musical voice and sound, utilising the element of surprise and experimentation, while achieving a high impact, head-turning track.  Learn more at Paper Plane.
 
 

music videos

Writing, Filming, Editing

Danny’s production company Paper Plane creates original, memorable and creative music videos within realistic budgets and practical limitations.

jam sessions

AGL Jam Sessions

Auckland Guitar Lessons are now holding regular jam sessions for guitarists. Learn how music is structured and arranged, meet other guitar players, build confidence and experience the fun of playing music in a group.  Book here.
 

GUITAR LESSONS

Auckland Guitar Lessons

Learn good technique and advance your playing while having fun and enjoying the experience.  Learn more here.

album

‘Junk’ by Noise Play

Noise Plays new album Junk includes guest appearances by Mark Steven (Hands Off), Stephen Small (Hello Sailor) and Eddie Rayner (Split Enz).  Check it out here. 

endorsments

Chris Campbell & Rockbox

Danny is endorsed by Rockbox Electronics and Chris Campbell Guitars.
 

podcast

Don’t Give Up

Co-founded with with Bobby Kennedy (Opshop), Danny hosted the podcast series Don’t Give Up where he talked to creative professionals about their experiences in the entertainment business.
 

Album

‘Hustle Bustle’

Danny has created a beautiful album of finely-tuned, soul-searching, gut-wrenching rock songs that just drip with mojo and lessons learned! Bang your drum, McCrum!” Tommy Emmanuel. “Fave tracks Full Speed Ahead and Mine All Mine… your guitar playing is killer!” Greg Johnson. You can buy and stream the album on Bandcamp, iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music and most other streaming platforms.