I provide an eclectic range of styles on acoustic and/or electric guitar. From folk, to pop, to rock and in between. I can create ambiance depending on your needs and desires; upbeat and dance-able ditties or soft, introspective ballads. In addition to 2+ hours of original material, I have an ever-expanding collection of covers - some deep cuts by my favorite artists, some more well known selections to engage the audience. I own sound equipment and can completely run my own sound if necessary - just say the word on that.
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Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 45 - 180 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish
I have my own equipment and can completely set up and tear down in a timely manner. I always strive to bring energy and depth to my performances so that I can connect with the audience and provide an entertaining evening that is a unique experience!
Born and raised in Everett, Washington, David has been involved in music since age 8 when he began piano lessons. In 2003 he picked up guitar and began songwriting. Years later with his third album "Let Love Abound", he continues to deliver deeply personal material that is both fiercely original and relatable. With raw, honest and unique stories set to memorable melodies, his style has been likened to Nick Drake, Joan Baez and Elliot Smith. David's music brings light to his own experiences while leaving room for listeners to draw parallels of their own.
If I am using my own equipment, all I would require is access to power to plug my gear in. My setup is simple: my loudspeaker, guitar, and mic. Simple and easy for me to set up!
The songs I perform most often these days (some of which are not recorded yet, which have a * next to the titles) include:
Saturday Mornin'*
MacGyver*
Lonely Weather*
The Strings
Kimberlee
Except You
Any Idea*
Joey The Redhead
Blood Red
Supersede The Satellites
Friday Nights
Nitty Gritty
Rocket To The Crypt
In The Beginning
Let Love Abound
Nothing Is Forever
Conspiracy Theory*
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Cover songs I can play:
Tacocat - Never Came Back
The Banner Days - My Beloved
Courtney Marie Andrews - Roses of the City
Courtney Marie Andrews - Bumper in the Hail
Sheryl Crow - If It Makes You Happy
Jenny Lewis - Acid Tongue
Girlyman - Viola
Ani DiFranco - Untouchable Face
Ani DiFranco - Zizzing
Ani DiFranco - Even More
Ani DiFranco - Present/Infant
Joni Mitchell - A Case of You
Joni Mitchell - Big Yellow Taxi
Joni Mitchell - Woman of Heart and Mind
Joni Mitchell - Roses Blue
Joni Mitchell - You Turn Me On (I'm a Radio)
Joni Mitchell - Little Green
Linda Perhacs - Porcelain Baked-Over Cast-Iron Wedding
Joni Mitchell, Ani DiFranco, Courtney Marie Andrews, Nick Drake, Tacocat, John Denver, etc.
Vocal mic
mic stand
mic cable
PA/mixer
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