Thanks to everyone for your support as I move towards this next record. It's going to be a lot of work, a lot of fun, and as always, a lot of surprises. I'll be keeping everyone updated as the project comes together.
Thanks to Gibson!
I want to send out a huge thanks to Mark, Codey, Jeff and Brandon at Gibson Guitars for all their support. You guys are awesome!
FOX 7 Good Day Austin
Dave and the band play "Boundaries". Filmed live at FOX studios on July 11th, 2008.
New Promo Video
Filmed and edited by David Bukstein
Live Video
Live at Momo's in Austin, TX on Saturday, March 1st. Video by David Bukstein.
Lead Vox, guitars and keys - Dave Madden
Vox - Grace Pettis
Guitar and Vox - Scott Clark
Bass - Joshua Zarbo
Drums - Eldridge Goins
New Blog: Let's Talk Music
There's this little anecdote I've told so many times that a) my close friends must be SO tired of hearing it and 2) I've actually come to believe that I made it up. I mean, I'm pretty sure I didn't, but now...I'm pretty sure I did. It goes something like this:
Pianists start out by learning the piano. But they also learn music theory, and ear training. And then they pick up an old bass guitar and start plucking around on it. And maybe they learn a few chords on guitar. And eventually, they buy an amp and a guitar, and then they start writing songs, and they want to record them, so they start messing around on computers. Then they get a drum set and learn how to play that.
Guitarists start out by learning the guitar. Then they buy a better guitar. Then they buy a blue guitar. And a sparkly guitar...and guitar effects...and a guitar amp...and a semi-hollow-body guitar...and a 12-string guitar...and a vintage guitar...etc.
Songs are like children: even if I had a favorite, I could never let them know, for fear of hurting their feelings. And besides, sometimes the songs that don't seem to be special just need a little TLC, some extra rehearsing, an interesting arrangement, the right stage, the right crowd; they can flourish, they can mean something to someone.
Who or what inspired you to be a performer?
I'm not really a performer; I'm a musician. Playing music is what gets me off. The great thing about music is that it brings people together, that it has this gravity to it. You start playing music, and people gather around to be a part of it.
If you could have people learn one thing from your music, what would it be?
Just one thing? This is a question I could write about for days and pages. Whole volumes. But if I can only say one thing: Love.
Are there any sacrifices that you have made to pursue your career?
Other people might look at my life and point out sacrifices that I've made, but they aren't sacrifices to me. There is nothing else that I could be doing with my life, no alternative. I work hard to achieve my goals, and like anything else, there are bad times and good times, and a rainbow of shades in between. It's important to realize that you are one, complete person, not divided up into "the student", "the friend", "the employee". It's all just you. The more you realize that, the more you realize that the sacrifices you've made are just a part of your experiences, both good and bad.
What is it like to have people sing the words to your songs while you're performing?
I know it's cliche, but the crowd, the fans, YOU, are seriously so important. I learn that more and more every day. Art is a conversation, and without you participating, coming to the shows, singing along, I'm just a boy singing to no one. That being said, if you really want to blow my mind, learn how to sing AND play my songs for me. I would freak out.
If you could perform with any artist out there, living/non-living, who would it be?
Adam Duritz of the Counting Crows. I've followed that band forever, and they're a huge influence to my songwriting, especially lyrically. Every record they make is a new, ground-breaking sound. So, yes, I've love to perform with him, but I'd rather just hang out in NYC with him for like a month, picking his brain. Maybe he would dread my hair.
What message would you like to send to all of your family, friends & fans who support you?
Thank you. I couldn't even count how many times I've needed the support of family and friends to keep going. I absolutely could not do this without you. And that definitely includes you, Megan and Tamara!
Hey Dave~! How ya doing? You still enjoying Austin? Bob & I were just chatting about you on Friday. He said he was getting ready to buy your CD. I told him that I bought yours a while ago & couldn't believe he hadn't yet. LOL. How's your mom & your family doing? Well hope you're doing well.
Hey Dave!!! I havent talked to you in a while, so i'm stopping by to say HELLO!! Hope all is well. Oh, let me know if u are going to be performing in VA, NJ, or PA any time soon. I'd luv to come hear u with some friends!!
Dave! How's life, dawg? Let's hang out some time soon, man. I'm getting back into town from Michigan on Aug. 2. I just read some stuff by you in one of the AMF pamphlets. I want to play on the same bill with you again too.
was that last night-er named madisyne? lol yea thats my best friend.. and spider monkey on crack thats a new one. :) lol. but yea pretty amazing. :) and she already did find your itunes... new new testament is my favorite over all! :)
Dear Schnicklefritz, have you yet to discover the magic price for the 18+ but 21- at Momo's? side note: rumor on the wind whispered to me that Momo's is 21+ sometimes? Surely this is a sham... ? Love, Snickerdoodle
yeah, i see what you mean..peeps don't be smilin' in the American Apparel Ad's...but that headband is way to busy for them, they stick with the solids and on occasion, when feeling "crazy" will do stripes or polkadots
Man, just tryin to get my life straight. Figure out where the hell i'm actually going to go in it. Ha which looks like a dead end street from this angel. How about yourself??
HEY YOU WOW ITS BEEN A WHILE IM SORRY I HAVE NOT GOT IN TOUCH WITH YOU I HAVE HAD SOME SERIOUSE COMPUTER PROBLEMS BUT I HOPE ALL IS WELL FOR YOU AND I MISS OUR TALKS AND LET ME KNOW WHERE YOUR PLAYING AT I STILL WANNA COME WATCH YOU SOON....... AND HAVE THAT DRINK LOL...... HIT ME BACK WITH A COMMENT.......... Muahhhhhhhhhhhh..............
i dont think that i personally thanked you for that special request i made.i love to hear a good dave madden song every now and then. have a good week hun!
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Q&A with Dave Madden
by M&T Music Promotions
Which of your songs is your favorite and why?
Songs are like children: even if I had a favorite, I could never let them know, for fear of hurting their feelings. And besides, sometimes the songs that don't seem to be special just need a little TLC, some extra rehearsing, an interesting arrangement, the right stage, the right crowd; they can flourish, they can mean something to someone.
Who or what inspired you to be a performer?
I'm not really a performer; I'm a musician. Playing music is what gets me off. The great thing about music is that it brings people together, that it has this gravity to it. You start playing music, and people gather around to be a part of it.
If you could have people learn one thing from your music, what would it be?
Just one thing? This is a question I could write about for days and pages. Whole volumes. But if I can only say one thing: Love.
Are there any sacrifices that you have made to pursue your career?
Other people might look at my life and point out sacrifices that I've made, but they aren't sacrifices to me. There is nothing else that I could be doing with my life, no alternative. I work hard to achieve my goals, and like anything else, there are bad times and good times, and a rainbow of shades in between. It's important to realize that you are one, complete person, not divided up into "the student", "the friend", "the employee". It's all just you. The more you realize that, the more you realize that the sacrifices you've made are just a part of your experiences, both good and bad.
What is it like to have people sing the words to your songs while you're performing?
I know it's cliche, but the crowd, the fans, YOU, are seriously so important. I learn that more and more every day. Art is a conversation, and without you participating, coming to the shows, singing along, I'm just a boy singing to no one. That being said, if you really want to blow my mind, learn how to sing AND play my songs for me. I would freak out.
If you could perform with any artist out there, living/non-living, who would it be?
Adam Duritz of the Counting Crows. I've followed that band forever, and they're a huge influence to my songwriting, especially lyrically. Every record they make is a new, ground-breaking sound. So, yes, I've love to perform with him, but I'd rather just hang out in NYC with him for like a month, picking his brain. Maybe he would dread my hair.
What message would you like to send to all of your family, friends & fans who support you?
Thank you. I couldn't even count how many times I've needed the support of family and friends to keep going. I absolutely could not do this without you. And that definitely includes you, Megan and Tamara!