Toby Cregan

Toby Cregan began his musical career as a co-founder, bassist, and vocalist for the Australian surf rock band Skegss, which formed in Byron Bay in 2014. Initially a quartet, the band became a trio in April 2015 after guitarist Noa Deane departed. Cregan played a pivotal role in the band’s development and success over a decade, contributing to their distinctive sound. During his tenure, Skegss released several EPs, including ’50 Push Ups For A Dollar’ (2015), ‘Everyone Is Good at Something’ (2016), and ‘Holiday Food’ (2017). His work with Skegss led to two studio albums: ‘My Own Mess’ in September 2018, which reached number 2 on the ARIA Album Charts, and ‘Rehearsal’ in March 2021, which peaked at number 1.

Cregan’s career with Skegss involved extensive touring, including shows at major festivals like Groovin The Moo and Splendour in the Grass, and an upcoming UK tour. He was a prominent figure in the band’s live performances, contributing backing and lead vocals in addition to his bass duties. In April 2023, Cregan announced his departure from Skegss, citing a desire for a simpler life with more time for family, friends, and his dog. His final performances with Skegss included Groovin The Moo, their UK tour, and Splendour in the Grass 2023. ‘New York, California,’ a song on which Cregan sang lead vocals, became his signature song and closed out his final performances with the band.

Following his exit from Skegss, Toby Cregan embarked on a new musical venture, forming the trio GREG in the Northern Rivers of NSW. In GREG, Cregan takes on the roles of lead vocalist and bassist, joined by Zar Harper on guitar and Louie O’Riordan on drums. GREG released their debut single, ‘Subaru,’ towards the end of 2024, followed by ‘Think Less’ in early 2025. The song ‘Think Less’ was described by Cregan as a love song to his dog Blaze, mixed with reflections on work-life experiences. GREG has already supported Dune Rats on their regional Australian tour, marking the beginning of Cregan’s new chapter in music.