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I am a singer/guitarist/pianist and songwriter based in Devon and currently you'll mostly find me playing solo gigs in pubs, or doing the odd duo gig with Owen.
The stuff I play is upbeat pop/rock which is great for getting folks dancing and it's stuff I enjoy playing.
I usually play piano at private functions and guitar in pubs and use backing tracks which are all produced in my studio. I do also enjoy playing acoustic gigs with no backings if that is more suited to your venue.
I play all around Devon, Cornwall and beyond, and in all sorts of venues, from pubs and clubs through to private functions.
Take a look around to find out all about me and my music or call 07792 259338 to book.
Biog
I've played in the region for about 17 years now and have released two albums commercially.
I have toured the UK with my originals band (The Dave Rich Band) and have appeared on many radio shows including Judi Spiers and Dave White locally. I have also appeared on Westcountry TV, and over the years have played over 300 gigs, from prestigious functions (top-quality military, corporate and hi-end weddings) through to many local festivals, pubs, hotels and holiday parks.
I currently play solo or as a duo, performing covers in pubs and clubs which is something I've done successfully for many years - and also with my own function band for bigger shows and private functions
I also run open-mic nights in the area, currently every Monday night at the Rising sun in Gunnislake and every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at the Halfway House in Grenofen.
Demos
Dave Rich Solo Gig
All these recordings are from a solo gig on the 7th April 2012 in the Bullers Arms in Looe. These tracks are as live and give a good representation of a Dave Rich solo gig. There are both acoustic and back-tracked tracks.
Click Here To Play The Demo Reel
Click Here To Play The Full Songs
The Yahoo webplayer will open and begin playing at the bottom of the page. You can click on PLAYLIST to see the list of tracks available.
Acoustic / The Deaf Frets
If you are interested in either an acoustic Dave Rich gig, or the acoustic duo The Deaf Frets then you can find the demo mp3 for that Here.
The Dave Rich Band
You can find some more material featuring me on the old Dave Rich Band website Here. The band is no longer working right now but there's some good stuff there.
Please note that all demos are recorded straight off the desk as live with no editing other than to make clips.
Promo photos
Promo shot 2009 by Lucy Turnbull Photography Picture of me running up the keyboard by Mel Peters
Gig Poster
There is a gig poster available for download Here
Songlist
I play a very large range of music, but mostly in the valley between rock and pop. This is by no means a complete list but will give you a good idea of the type of stuff I play. The playlist also changes a bit depending on whether I'm playing a piano show or a guitar show.
GotyeSomebody that I used to know Lynrd SkynrdSweet Home Alabama. Van MorrisonBrown Eyed Girl, Moondance. Dire StraitsMoney For Nothin, Romeo and Juliet, Wild West End. The Kings Of LeonSex on fire Elton JohnSaturday nights alright for fighting, Crocodile rock, I'm still standing. The PoliceMessage in a bottle, Every little thing she does is magic, Every breath you take. ColdplayClocks. Joe CockerUnchain my heart. SantanaSmooth. Paul SimonYou can call me al, Under African Skies Stevie WonderWish, higher ground. Jimi HendrixAll along the watchtower (fast version). Eric ClaptonBad Love, Layla The StereophonicsDakota. Steve miller bandGimme some lovin. Jackson BrowneRunnin on empty. The CommodoresBrick house. The FacesMaggie May. Deep Blue SomethingBreakfast at Tiffanys Ike and TinaProud Mary Marvin GayeI heard it through the grapevine Cee Lo GreenForget you, Crazy StarshipWe built this city on rock n' roll |
Jack JohnsonSittin' Waitin' Wishin' Guns n' RosesSweet Child o' Mine Def LeppardPour Some Sugar On Me Simply RedThrill Me. Doobie BrothersLong Train Running. David ByrneThe Lazy Song. Pink FloydThe Wall, Coming back to life, Wish you were here Robert MilesChildren. The Rolling StonesGet off my cloud, Jumpin Jack Flash JamiroquaiCanned Heat. Billy JoelWe didn't start the fire, Tell her about it. Bruce SpringsteenDancing In The Dark, The Wrestler Bruce HornsbyThe Way It Is The ZutonsValerie. The Proclaimers500 miles Richard ThompsonVincent Black Lightning The LevellersThe Boatman Del AmitriNothing Ever Happens Tracey ChapmanFast Car, Talking 'bout a revolution Steelers WheelStuck in the middle with you |
....and many more.
Reviews
'great singer, excellent music, cant wait for the next booking'
The Cornubia Hayle
The following reviews are from my time with the Dave Rich Band. They are highlights and the entire reviews can still be found on the old Dave Rich Band website Here
Guitar Techniques Magazine - august 06 edition
A very refreshing and worthwhile album indeed!
The band is currently gigging extensively in their home county of Devon but are travelling to further areas soon so make sure you get to see them.
Hawick News - Michael Mee - Editor
The Dave Rich Band may draw on many influences but if Overload proves one thing, its that when you put your trust in your own talent, the results are magical.
Maverick Magazine
Dave Rich is a fine lead vocalist who is also a very good songwriter. This is a creditable first album release by a promising group still in their early days, who could go a long way.
As Featured on BobHarris.org
The Dave Rich Band Cabaret Voltaire gig review - Graeme Scott (Classic VR Scotland)
At times I could hear touches of Prefab Sprout and Aztec Camera in the sound that they created. Dave has written a clutch of songs that are catchy and well crafted. When coupled with the obvious playing abilities of the four musicians that he has surrounded himself with, the band have something that marks them out as well worthy of potential success.
One of my top ten albums of the year!
Classic Rock Society
This debut album for the Dave Rich Band shows them to be a very talented bunch of musicians, not afraid to lead with acoustic guitar or piano, and who draw on a variety of influences from the blues of Clapton, the scope of Floyd and the jamming of Bruce Hornsby. There's more than a little Sting influence too, which is what most comes to mind whilst listening: a kind of souped up Sting.
The tracks are very well written, almost crafted, and there lies the strength of the unit. Build on that and with a favourable wind, who knows what could happen. One to watch out for I think.
Talent Overload from Rich Band - David Lowe (Herald Express / BBC Devon)
In short, Overload is one of the most polished and melodic releases I've heard in years. It is beautifully thought-out and brilliantly executed work which deserves nationwide radio play every hour of the day. My one regret is that my own BBC Radio production brief doesn't permit me to feature such recently released material. If it did, I'd be airing selected tracks from Overload at every opportunity.
The Deaf Frets
Me and Owen ( you might have seen him play in the Needletones ) have wanted to do something together for a long while, especially after he provided such sublime guitar on the Sails and Bridges album.
This is basically me and him, just with two acoustic guitars and playing some nice stuff together.
It's small, it's intimate, it's a great chance to see some brilliant playing and hear some great music played in an acoustic way with no fuss, and to be honest we have a blast doing it!
You can check out a demo of us in the Demos section of this website
Contact
You can contact me on 07792 259338 or via email Here.
Gigdates/Events
Sails and Bridges
If you're looking for the free download of the latest Dave Rich Band album then that is still available on the old website Here and will continue to be so for now, although that site will no longer be updated.
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