Tom had spent his youth growing up in Cornwall before studying at Truro College under the master Pip Harbon. He soon left for Brighton to briefly study at BIMM.

In his twenties he was prominent in touring with heavy bands; Including Throats, Crocus, Claw Marks and finally landing a long-term role with legendary Rolo Tomassi.

After two well acclaimed LP's with Rolo Tomassi, he decided to give the hard stuff a break and is currently busiest with London based Insecure Men.

Still residing in Brighton, he now spends most of his time travelling to London and beyond with Insecure Men and Claw Marks.