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Dave Gross
Biography
At only 21, guitarist, singer and songwriter, Dave Gross leads
a band of some of the finest players in the country, with blues roots that branch
out in countless directions. Dave's creativity and love for the original blues
and jazz masters bring new life to the music scene, resulting in a hybrid music
form that combines blues from the 40's and 50's with swing from the 30's and
40's.
Dave's musical abilities have been described as being "so
amazing, its scary." He is a world-class guitarist who seamlessly moves
from Chicago blues to swing to rockabilly to gypsy jazz and beyond. As a singer,
he skillfully handles styles from Mississippi Delta blues to standards. As a
songwriter, Daves interesting melodies surround mature, heartfelt lyrics that
belie his age. As a performer, Dave has an electrifying presence that has won
him a growing legion of fans who believe that he is one of the top players in
the country.
Despite his young age, Dave has already shared stages with
such national blues artists and legends as Hubert Sumlin, Duke Robillard, Popa
Chubby, Debbie Davies, Bettye LaVette, Arthur Neilson, Sax Gordon, Doug "Mr.
Low" James, Nick Moss, Willie Kent, Dennis Gruenling & Jumptime, Big
Ed Sullivan, Joe Taino, Christine Santelli, Stephane Wrembel, Dona Oxford, among
many other notable artists.
Dave has been influenced by a wide range of musicians that
include T-Bone Walker, Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, Charlie Christian,
BB King, Charles Brown, Arthur Neilson, Wynonie Harris, Django Reinhardt, Duke
Robillard, Jimmy Rushing, Ray Charles, Jimmie Vaughan, and Tiny Grimes to name
a few.
These influences and Daves extraordinary talents are showcased
in his new album "Take The Gamble," produced by the legendary Duke
Robillard. The new record includes 9 original and 4 cover songs, and truly reveals
Dave's phenomenal growth as an artist. The album showcases Dave's diverse guitar
and writing style, touching upon traditional and contemporary blues, swing,
country, jazz and rock. It features special guests, including Duke Robillard,
Doug James, Dennis Gruenling, Al Basile, and Dona Oxford.
In 2004, at the age of 19, Dave cut his exciting debut album
"You Don't Love Me." The album was recorded "live" and captures
his mature phrasing, sophisticated technical ability, rich tone and tremendous
enthusiasm.
It has been remarkable to witness the evolution of Dave Gross
as an artist. Having accomplished so much, so soon, one can only wonder where
Dave's considerable talents will lead him.
See what others are saying:
"There is one guitar player out of New Jersey. His name
is Dave Gross. He can play, man! I mean, that boy can smoke! I sure like to
bring him out with me on the road one day!" - Hubert Sumlin, Blues Legend
(www.HubertSumlinBlues.com)
"On this, Dave Gross' second CD effort, he shows enormous
growth as a player, singer and writer. With influences as diverse as T-Bone
Walker, Charlie Christian, Albert Collins and Danny Gatton, he molds his performances
into his own voice, showcasing his impressive improvisational skills and technique
on guitar, but never at the expense of the song. He is definitely a force to
be reckoned with among contemporary roots and blues guitarists." - Duke
Robillard (www.dukerobillard.com)
"In every town I go there is a kid with a guitar who
is out to cut heads. Usually upon hearing them I think to myself 'what a wanker'.
When I heard Dave my ears stood up and I thought 'man this kid can play!' I
love it when someone half my age and size makes me work twice as hard. Look
out for Dave Gross." - Popa Chubby (www.PopaChubby.com)
"With so many young-gun guitar players trying to out-chop
each other and sing in false, roughed-up voices in an attempt to emulate Stevie
Ray or Jonny Lang, it's so refreshing to discover Dave Gross. Here is a young
man who is digging deep into the blues, studying all of the masters, and yet
simultaneously committed to finding his own voice as an artist." - Debbie
Davies (www.DebbieDavies.com)
"Every time I hear Dave Gross play he gets better and
better! I only wish I played that good when I was his age. He's pretty amazing."
- Arthur Neilson (www.ArthurNeilson.com)
"Dave Gross is one of our most exciting new talents. Dave
plays guitar not only with the technical skill, but with the intensity and depth
of emotion that you'd expect in a much more seasoned player. Also a fine singer,
Dave has been leading his own group in area venues, as well as playing alongside
some of the region's best established players. Those of us present at this naissance
can only wait and see where his guitar - and his heart - will take him next."
- Blues Who New York
"Take The Gamble" |
"You Don't Love Me" |
Dave Gross' albums:
"Take The Gamble" - 2006 SwingNation Records
"You Don't Love Me" - 2004 Dave Gross
Order online securely below through Paypal (you
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CDBaby.com, TowerRecords.com,
Amazon.com or you can buy & download
it using iTunes.
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More info here:
Dave@DaveGrossBand.com
Bookings@DaveGrossBand.com
www.GaveGrossBand.com
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