CARELESS / Members
PADDY HUNTER
Songwriter Synthesizer playerSince 1999 Jamie and Paddy have been closely connected in musical projects. Jamie always had a love for synthwave and Paddy's singular style in Synthwave has always attracted Jamie to work with Paddy on projects as and when they come. Today, Paddy is now a primary member of [CARELESS] as Jamie and Paddy are developing a synthwave [CARELESS] Album under the working title REDUX. Watch This space...
Neil Rawles
DrummerNeil 'Stix' Rawles is one of the earliest members of Careless from 2000. Neil is a highly talented drummer and is expertly skilled in all manners of percussion. Neil Has spent his life developing his skills in percussion as an intensely focussed musician. one magazine review for Careless in 2001 by the drummer of Britrock chart release group 'Dodgy' (Math Priest) stated that rarely had he heard a drummer with such skill and feel. later prediction "A Rosey future" for Careless. Neil is pictured center Left in the above marketing shot for 2001 Music single release 'Chelsea Park'. (Premeditated Media)
James Liskutin
Guitarist Songwriter Video Editing Video Producer VocalistJames 'Jamie Careless' Liskutin Is the founder of Careless. A Czech Anglo mixed-race artist Whose Grandfather originally flew in the RAF during The second world war against Nazi Socialism. James has strong convictions against Socialist dictatorship and Nazi oppression. James formed Careless in 1996 Southampton UK. and was previously involved in other music performances with 'Garrison' (UK) and TV series 'Stars in their Eyes' among other shows. James has been persistent throughout the years with Careless and has gone through many developments with the group as they developed together. James is a Christian and has had his struggles throughout his life with his faith however though his mistakes, this has made his resolve more assured. James is the primary writer of the Careless back catalog and has enjoyed experimenting in various styles. After a long hiatus due to cancer, James returned to bring Galactic Tourists. A combination of recordings from CARELESS whilst on tour. James was inspired by the idea through Per Gessle (Roxette) Who released 'Tourism' a concept album recorded whilst on tour using studios and hotels throughout the world. (R.I.P. Marie Fredriksson)
Neil Challis
GuitaristNeil ' Le Chad' Challis is one of the primary writers of Careless' Punk material. As well as Christian Jamie and Mike, Neil has contributed to several tracks on the Galactic Tourists album (2020 Bandcamp) Neil is consistent, and a talented guitarist and rarely seen flustered. Neil is also a founding member of Jet Heeled Striker. Neil is seen pictured center-right with Careless Performing for Kerrang, NME, and Metal Hammer at Highbury Garage London.
Iain Craig
GuitaristIain is a proud Scotsman. Iain has a gift for performance and can readily win over a crowd with his outstanding personality. Most commonly, Iain is seen onstage in his family Tartan Kilt. Iain is regularly seen with his Gibson Les Paul Standard. Iain is pictured right backstage at Highbury Garage London alongside a member of the Careless club and Neil Nimmo (Drummer) on the Left
Neil Nimmo
DrummerNeil 'Nimmo' is one of the last additions for CARELESS in 2002. He is an outstanding drummer with a generous heart. recently Neil has been competitively performing in martial arts. Nimmo's also associated with UK Punk band 'Jet Heeled Striker'. and can always be recognized by his post box red hair.
Mike Matkowski (DR. Mick)
BassistMikey (DM) Is a towering 6'2" Bassist and guitarist. Mikey is well versed in writing songs and also speaks numerous languages. Mikey I a Gentle Giant, and has a fascination with Hyenas and other African wildlife. Mike is fastidious with organizing events and promotions. Among many other talents, Mikey wrote the hit careless song 'To Yourself Be true' which is now released as a music video on youtube and Bandcamp. Mike is also founder of 'The BardStars'.
Christian Johnson
GuitaristChristian joined Careless in 1998 as the bass player, rapidly evolving into Guitar shredder as the style developed from indie to Punk. Christian has worked with numerous artists and developed many skills in music. Chris shreds with a 1969 Gibson Les Paul Black Beauty and a 2003 Gibson SG Combined with a Hughes and Ketner 4x12 stack. among other toys.
