AMAZING VIRTUOSITY -  London Times. THAT ELUSIVE ELEMENT CALLED SOUL - The Entertainer.  SOMETHING DIFFERENT, SOMETHING SPECIAL - Phat.  GROOVE MIESTER - Echo.

London Times Mark Ottaway  Jan'97

In the Railway friendly bar on the station I had one of the most delirious evenings in many a travelling year of rotten food and dire music; Fantastic value tucker, and a guitarist, one Dexter Moore, of amazing virtuosity.

The Newcastle and Lake McQuarie Post July 12 2001

After travelling through Europe, New Zealand and Australia for 20 years, Dexter Moore has landed in Newcastle and found the long haul well worth it. Moore moved from Noosa two months ago and admits that the relocation has already paid off. "My lifestyle has changed dramatically since I moved down from Noosa" Moore said. The Manchester born guitarist and vocalist recently began a fortnightly residency at Hotel Delany on Wednesdays. "I've been down here two months and already supported RICK PRICE, IOTA and THE JOHN BUTLER TRIO."

Moore has three albums to his name and is working on a new live solo album, compiled from several performances.  Another project in the works is a new band for Moore which he will officially launch at Hotel CBD on July 26. The new group is made up ofDIZI members Steve Fuller and Simon Endersby. "We had a play and it worked out well," Moore said. The band will launch their formation at Hotel Delany on July 18 and the show will include solo performances by Moore, conga percussion work and a performance of the new band. Also on the cards is the release of a new single by Moore titled "Love is just around the corner". Moore will work on the track in his home studio.

The Newcastle and Lake McQuarie Post May 2 2001

Solo performer Dexter Moore has got the nod of his peers and the business after an invitation only           performance at the CBD Hotel. His first show in the Hunter was in support of RICK PRICE where he showed off his percussion, slap bass and rhythmn guitar capabilities on the same acoustic guitar. Dexters' style delves into the roots of blues, soul, funk and pop. He has released three CD's, two full length albums,                         SWINGS & ROUNDABOUTS and his latest release SOULO as well as an EP called ZOOM.

What's on in Noosa Feb 2001

Noosa based guitarist and vocalist Dexter Moore has been somewhat busy. This week he appears in Sydney supporting top Australian performer RICK PRICE, last week he returned from successful shaows at the Tamworth Music Festival, and on Sunday he is back in town and will take the stage at the Sunshine Beach Surf Club. Described as"Groove Meister", Dexter Moore has supported some of the music world's top artists, including Dizzy Gillespie, James Morrison, DIG, Renee Geyer, Crowded House, Diana Ah Naid, Wendy Mathews, and many many more.

Such acclaim has also seen Dexter receive invitations to appear at some of Australia's top festivals, including the prestigious annual Frankston guitar festival in Victoria where he will return later this year. Dexter's career has taken him to performances across the world - in Europe, the South Pacific, New Zealand and throughout Australia. Dexter performed late in 2000 at Jupiters casino on the Gold Coast, sharing the bill with Tommy Emmanuel and other top Australian artists. His award-winning material and unique guitar-playing skills have attracted the attention of international guitar makers 'Takamine', the result being an endorsement by the company that will see Dexter provide many guitar clinics and live shows.

At the recent Queensland Sunnie awards, Dexter picked up a nomination for"Best Male Vocal". He released his third album early in 2000, titled "SOULO - Music for time travellers" Dexter also has won two Dolphin Awards (NSW) to his credit, one for 'Song of the Year' - "Art of Love" from his EP "Zoom" - the other award, Album of the Year, for his debut release "Swings & Roundabouts". His live performances showcase acoustic music at it's best. Dexter Moore works his guitar through a remarkable range of feels and styles. Combined with fantastic vocal skills, he produces a sound rarely heard from one man and his guitar. Critics have described his shows as "something different - something special", and his songs as having "that elusive element...it's called soul".

Entertainer Sunshine Coast Sept 2000

Fresh from sharing the stage with Tommy Emmanuel, Sunshine Coast guitarist/vocalist Dexter Moore will       appear at the Sunshine beach surf club this Sunday. Dexter, who is endorsed by guitar makers Takamine       recently performed at Jupiters Casino on the Gold Coast, sharing the bill with top Australian artists. His award winning material and unique guitar playing skills have attracted the attention of both Takamine and the  recent Queensland Sunnie awards, where he picked up a nomination for 'Best Male Vocal'. Dexter, who released his third album earlier this year also has won two Dolphin awards(NSW) for Song and Album of the Year.

hEARd Magazine Feb '98

DEXTER MOORE - SWINGS & ROUNDABOUTS

Coming out of the Byron Bay area, Dexter Moore has produced an amazing bunch of 13 songs which stand out not only because of the quality of the songwriting, but also because of the very slick production.

Five of the songs here were recorded live at somewhere called The Bunkhouse in Byron Bay & it sounds like the crowd were very appreciative, the pick of these being the very interesting lyrical content of "Mr Music Deal", though "Citibluze" is also cool. Much of the music here has a fairly high element of funk, though some of the slower songs have a more emotional blues style.

Pick of the album here is "Altered State", which moves the pace up a little, though "Passionflower" is pretty cool & more in the slower end of Dexter's musical spectrum. Having already won an award for this album, I think we'll be hearing a lot more from him in the very near future.

LOCAL PROFILE as written in PHAT Music Paper by Nick Snelling Issue #49 Jan 15 `98

When Dexter Moore plays the Railway Bar in Byron , I always try to make it down for a couple of schooners . There's a lot of hacks going around with an acoustic guitar and a few chords who call themselves a solo act . But Dexter is something different , something special . His is the perfect music for the lazy Sunday afternoon. for a start the guy really knows his instrument. Somehow he manages to pluck, pop, and slap percussive sounds, basslines and shifting chordal patterns out of the one solitary acoustic guitar.

It's really quite amazing to watch. And all the time he`s singing these great smooth melodies over the top. Dexter Moore is a one-of-a-kind-one -man-band. Indeed, he has that elusive element to his music, it's called soul. As his rich warm tenor sifts through the moving bodies of the Railway Bar, feet tap unconsciously, and fingers drum the faded table tops. Soul seeps through the jazz-inflected rhythms, the upbeat funk and then bleeds gently from the quieter, more introspective numbers. I have watched people close their eyes and get lost in the sweetness of what Dexter Moore does, arpeggios tinkling over them like gold coins from a purse. Others stare transfixed at the skillful blur of his hands over the guitar. It is no wonder Dexter Moore has received international acclaim for his virtuosity both as a solo artist and as a songwriter of rare depth.

Excluding these live performances, Dexter's own independently released "Swings and Roundabouts" is the perfect representation of what he does. Check the infectious refrains and hopeful sentiment of "Love is Just Around The Corner". A touching and beautiful song, and the kind you would expect to hear on a classic easy-listening radio station, except it's not a classic. Well, not yet, anyway .
Niche records

Here is a most unusual and captivating CD , Dexter Moores debut "Swings and Roundabouts". Winner of NCEIA`s Dolphin Award for Album of the Year `97 . It was also nominated for Best Male Vocal , Best New Recording Talent , Best Jazz Song (Mr. Music Deal- A fiery attack on the music industry ) and Best Folk Song ( Moving Breeze- a melancholic reverie ).

The first track "ZOOM" , an ' In your face ' groove , is also featured on the APRA Composer Exposer CD , and has had a great deal of air play around the regional radio stations as well as Bondi FM . Dexter plays nylon string acoustic guitar and the music is a dynamic blend of Soul , Funk , & Blues . From lilting ballads to driving dance grooves , one man , one guitar and 13 songs will take you on a unique melodious , lyrical and rhythmical journey .

There are the studio tracks , all first takes and recorded within 2 hours . Then there are the Live tracks with Dexters musings adding a very personal touch to the CD . Dexter Moore has a definitive and soulful voice , an innovative and percussive guitar style , and has collected together a range of strong material , but what stands out mostly about this CD is the Spirit it encompasses and emanates . This is what captures his audiences in Byron Bay and this is the essence of what Dexter is saying with "Swings and Roundabouts" .
Entertainer Noosa 24/3/98

Dynamic performer Dexter Moore has rapidly attracted an impressive following after only three appearances at Cafe Le Monde in Noosa. An innovative guitarist and vocalist, Moore recently won Album of the Year award at the 1997 North Coast Dolphin Awards.

His self-produced CDSwings and Roundabouts not only impressed judges but is also widely sought after At live gigs. Playing a selection of covers and originals, Moore works his guitar through a huge range of feels and styles which combine with fantastic vocal skills to produce a sound not normally heard from just one man and his guitar.

He is also an experienced dancer, actor and producer. Moore plans to start work on both a video clip and a new CD soon.
Sunshine Coast Daily Music Critic Andrew Tucker April '98

There's been much fuss made in recent years over the MTV 'Unplugged' series of CD's. The reason being that the format allows the artist to be heard in an intimate setting enabling them to be as close as can be, face to face, with the listener - It's almost a one on one experience. That's how Swings and Roundabouts is too - It's just like you are sitting next to moore as he weaves his graceful passionate magic around his songs.

Moore is an experienced Australian-based professional who has done the big gig trip and, not wanting to play the game, opts to go his own independent  way. The results are good to great original songs, superb guitar playing varying from fast picked and strummed funk to beautiful acoustic melodies, and vocals that cover the spectrum, from DIG half-spoken story telling to jazz folk funk singing in a speedy John Martyn cum Terry Reed smoky yet punchy manner.

Moore is a one man band using 'just' acoustic guitar to accompany himself( there's not even a beatbox and yet the album doesn't sound empty ) who is really impressive. If you are a singer-songwriter take a listen to this guy. He has the goods and while he's not a blues artist he's on a par with local legend Carl Lynch.