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Dave Damage
- Hollywood, FL
- Violinist
- Travels nationwide
- $100/hr and up
Overview
Dave Damage is an innovative and flexible live performer who seamlessly integrates the violin into every genre, blending musical styles to create a raw, expressive and unique live show. As a modern violinist, any musical style desired can be accommodated; every playlist is customized for your event, and requests are welcome. Available as: solo act (including strolling violin), fusion act with a DJ (Dave Damage regularly performs as a nightclub act, and with wedding DJs), & as part of a duo, trio or band. Genres include Top 40/Pop, Hip Hop, Rock, Classic Rock, R&B, Trance, Techno, House and much more. Great for private parties, restaurants, weddings, nightclubs, corporate events, & proposals!
2 Reviews
Dave Damage is a ferociously gifted violinist. He plays with Passion, Skill, and Confidence.
Upon searching for the missing element for our party, we saw Dave Damage on social media. We knew we had to have him at our event immediately.
Dave graciously agreed to play at our private Christmas party. He was very communicative during the planning process and left us confident in our decision.
Dave Damage exudes high-level musicianship: engaging, skilled, passionate, and prepared. And above all, he’s entertaining.
Dave played with confidence, connecting with our guests effortlessly. (Our guests varied in ages(21-85) and backgrounds)
The sound quality was superb. The music selection was impeccable. If you’re looking for a perfect final touch to ANY event, do not hesitate to book Dave Damage! He will now be our “go-to” for our events!
Violinist
Dave is the ultimate professional and so incredibly talented! I highly recommend him for ANY event. He listens and always goes above and beyond to cater to your needs. He always has a great attitude and smile and of course his violin skills are off the chart!!! Truly TALENTED & FABULOUS!!!!
Violinist
Booking Info
Price Range: $100/hr and up
Gig Length: 60 - 600 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish
Insurance: $2,000,000 - Liability Insurance (COI)
What to Expect
As a musician, Dave is the consummate professional, and has garnered a reputation for being not only talented but reliable, on-time, knowledgable, and consistent. On stage, clients can expect an energetic, upbeat live show from a seasoned performer who is fully self-contained, armed with an electric violin and wireless system. Dave provides speakers when needed, as well as fully customized playlists for every client; requests are not just accepted - they're encouraged! Once we dial in the musical styles and genres you'd like for your party or gathering, you'll find Dave at your event, dressed for the occasion, interacting with guests while filling the room with the beautiful sound of the violin. A full-time musician, Dave realizes the importance of communication, and strives to be easy to work with.
Dave performs on several different instruments - some of which have LEDs to enhance the visual aspect of the performance! Ask us for more details!
Dave has the ability to play three to four hours of music, or more, at a time.
About
Dave Damage will make you think twice about how you look at the violin. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and now making his home in Miami, Florida, Dave is taking the music scene by storm. Classically trained, this innovative electronic violinist has turned his knowledge of music and his instrument into a truly unique live show, blending styles to allow the violin to break out of its classical shell. Dave Damage combines his influences – rock, jazz, electronica and hip hop – to create his proprietary sound, and has made a name for himself as a live performer, session musician, collaborating artist and producer. A veteran performer, he can be found commanding the stage at nightclubs, lounges, concert venues and private shows. Dave Damage has brought a unique element to wedding parties, corporate events, and nightlife alike for more than fifteen years.
Dave is available for live performances (and touring), session work and recording, and collaborations. He works within most genres, including house, techno, trance, hip hop, Latin music, reggaeton, and much more.
Additional Booking Notes
Dave Damage offers a plug-and-play performance, and typically only needs access to a power source in order to perform. Dave brings his own wireless unit and effects, which allows for freedom of movement as he strolls through your event to interact with guests. This wireless system can also be plugged into a house PA system if one is provided. Dave can also provide sound for your event, along with all necessary cabling.
The only tech requirement Dave has for most events is access to power!
Set List
Set list varies by performance. I work with a lot of Top 40, Pop, EDM, R&B, Reggaeton and Latin Music, and electronic styles like Trance, Progressive House, Melodic House, Dubstep, Drum n Bass, and more.
I perform Bridgerton-style covers for weddings and corporate events, as well as tropical house sets for wedding cocktail hours and restaurant bars. I also do full nightclub-style sets with DJs, and perform solo covers at bars & restaurants. Some examples of music I play regularly include (in no particular order):
Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal
Billie Eilish - bad guy
Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello - Señorita
Calvin Harris and Rihanna - We Found Love
Lizzo - About Damn Time
Justin Bieber - Sorry
Elton John/Dua Lipa/Pnau - Cold Heart
Dua Lipa - Levitating
Charlie Puth - Attention
Lui Fonsi/Daddy Yankee - Despacito
Post Malone - Sunflower
MAGIC - Rude
The Chainsmokers - Something Just Like This
Harry Styles - Watermelon Sugar
Panic! at the Disco - High Hopes
Phish - Waste
David Guetta and Bebe Rexha - I'm Good
Ed Sheeran - Bad Habits
Jason Derula - Acapulco
Kygo - Firestone
Avicii - Wake Me Up
Robin Schulz - Sugar
Robin Schulz - Headlights
Calvin Harris - How Deep Is Your Love
Clean Bandit - Rockabye
Taylor Swift - Anti-Hero
Journey - Don't Stop Believin'
Bon Jovi - Livin' On a Prayer
Fleetwood Mac - Rhiannon
Heart - Crazy On You
Radiohead - Creep
Jimmy Eat World - The Middle
Chevelle - The Red
Foo Fighters - My Hero
Foo Fighters - Everlong
Weezer - Say It Ain't So
3 Doors Down - Here Without You
Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag
George Michael - Careless Whisper
Scorpions - Wind of Change
TOTO - Africa
Tom Petty - Free Fallin'
Coldplay - Viva La Vida
Imagine Dragons - Believer
Imagine Dragons - Radioactive
Bastille & Marhmello - Happier
Bastille - Good Grief
Bastille - Pompeii
Capital Cities - Safe And Sound
Milky Chance - Stolen Dance
The Weeknd - Can't Feel My Face
The Weeknd - Blinding Lights
Miley Cyrus - Flowers
Influences & Inspiration
Dave Damage's style of playing is heavily influenced by rock and roll, Irish fiddling styles, heavy metal (pentatonics and dueling guitar solos), and electronic styles like Trance, Techno, and Drum n Bass.
Artist influences include:
Iron Maiden
Stephane Grapelli
Jean-Luc Ponty
Slayer
Monolink
Above & Beyond
Setup Requirements
Access to power