On stage he is the experienced rocker that has shared the stage with the likes of Led Zeppelin and Iron Maiden.
But behind the scenes Kogarah man Spencer Jones has faced anxiety and fear; something he is working to overcome on The Voice.
He had an almost perfect start in the Channel Nine reality show with Kelly Rowland, Delta Goodrem and Seal all turning their chairs in the blind audition as he belted out Led Zeppelin’s Black Dog.
“I knew that kind of song would make an impact,’’ he said.
“But I had never sung it before because one of the rules growing up was that you never touch Led Zeppelin.
“It just happened so quickly. When Kelly turned around I could see her expression and what she said really touched me.
“We’re polar opposites but both our music comes from the soul.’’
It was a remarkable turnaround for the boy from Wales who found music in a school band.
Over the years he has honed his craft playing gigs in bars and pubs. He has played with some of the world's biggest names in music but one performance stands out.
“The band I was in was playing a fundraiser for War Child,’’ he said.
“Robert Plant and Jimmy Page were playing too but they had to catch a plane so they ended up opening for us. It was so cool.’’
Despite music being his passion he found he had become complacent over the years.
It was after his daughter Juliette started her own charity called ‘CSJ Lemonaid’ for Motor Neurone disease that he knew he had to follow his own dreams.
He describes The Voice as the best thing he’s ever done.
“It’s such a big challenge; it’s a mental game as well as a musical one.
“It’s made me push through some of the fear and anxiety I had. It’s been empowering; the best thing I’ve ever done.
“It made me realise you have to put yourself out there and reap the rewards.’’
After making it through this week’s knockout round he is hoping to continue his winning streak.
“I’d love to win it but my goal is to get as far as possible,’’ he said.
“I’d love to get to the live rounds, I think that’s what everyone hopes for.’’
He has praised the support he has gotten from the local community.
“The support I’ve gotten from the St George and Sutherland community has been amazing,’’ he said.
“I’ve had a few people recognise me when I’ve been out and about at Bakers Delight or Woolies.
“I think people are unsure whether to say anything but I’m always happy to say hello.’’
