I am a
guitarist best known for my association with Sting. I have recorded 7
albums and toured with him extensively since 1990 performing over
1,000 shows and still counting. We have co-written many songs
together, the most known being "Shape of my Heart". I often get asked,
"Aren't you fed up of being known as Dominic Miller, Sting's
guitarist?". The answer is no because the 20 years I have worked with
him have defined my career which I am very proud of. I still consider
this to be the best "day job" in the world. I haven't come across any
artist who comes close to matching his musicianship nor what he has
achieved. His journey is also my journey, and a huge privilege to be a
part of.
The times I haven't been working with Sting I have recorded about 200
albums with other artists whom I am also very proud to be associated
with (see discography). Working with Phil
Collins and the Pretenders in the late 80's opened the door to Sting
and indirectly, everyone else. More importantly these sessions opened
the door to my own confidence. With Phil Collins I learnt the art of
playing simple or playing only what is best for the song. "Another Day
in Paradise" is a good example of this and was a worldwide number 1.
When I am not working with Sting or other artists I have a solo
career. I have recorded 7 albums of instrumental music and do
occasional short tours (see dates). I treat
instrumental compositions as if they are songs. This is partly
influenced by working with singers and songwriters. I enjoy complete
solidarity with these albums because I have no pressure to succeed. Recording and
performing my own music with my friends (I have a very impressive
phone book) is the reward for working with all the other artists.
When I am not working with Sting, other artists, or for myself, I am a
husband (twice) and father to six. I don't do this role nearly as well
as being a musician but I am more proud of this achievement than any
of the above.