In 1970 Dave formed the legendary heavy rock band “Buffalo” along with co-founder Peter Wells, later of “Rose Tattoo” fame.
“Buffalo” went on to record 5 albums, most of which are now on the must-have list for serious collectors worldwide. In a career spanning some 7 years, “Buffalo” headlined their own tours Australia-wide as well as touring with some of the biggest international acts to visit this country such as “Black Sabbath”, “Slade”, “Status Quo” & “Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow” to name just a few. Along the way, the band collected gold records and helped to define the style of music now recognized as Australian pub rock.
The demise of “Buffalo” in 1977 saw Dave leave for London at the invitation of seminal English R&B punk band “The Count Bishops” who were looking for a lead singer to complete the line-up on their first album. This partnership spawned a total of three albums and a number of singles and E.P.’s . One of the singles “I Want Candy” made the top 40 in England just before the tragic death of guitarist Zenon DeFleur, which prematurely halted what had been steady progress . The legacy of those years can still be found on compilations and “best of” collections available throughout Europe and the world on Ace Records. “The Bishops” toured extensively in the U.K. and Europe sharing bills with “Doctor Feelgood”, “John Cale”, “The Clash”, “Motorhead”, “The Stranglers”, “Bo Diddley” and many more too numerous to mention. Dave’s name also appears as co-writer on two “Doctor Feelgood” songs.
1984 saw Dave return to Australia and, over the next few years, tour with some of the most respected Blues and Rock musicians in the country including Mal Eastick, Phil Emmanuel, Paul Demarco, Harry Brus and Mick Cocks . Recording history includes the much sought after limited edition “Headhunters” album “Outlaw Boogie” and singing 10 songs on the award winning Blues album “Sippin’ and a Slidin'” by the Sydney Blues collective known as “The Bar Kings”.
B.B. King turned 64 during the Australian leg of U2’s “Love Comes To Town” tour. To celebrate, a surprise party was arranged aboard the boat 'O’Hara Booth', cruising Sydney Harbour. The band asked to supply the live music for these legends was the house band from Springfield's night-club in Kings Cross. Led by Dave Tice ,the Headhunters more than did the job and were joined by B.B. for what turned into a 1 & a half hour jam session.
If ever an endorsement of credibility was required this must surely be it but Dave Tice’s credibility in the Blues and Rock genres is more than established.
Any cursory perusal of Australian music history couldn’t fail to stumble across his name associated with many of the most respected bands and musicians on the roster.
Amongst his recorded works is Dave’s first solo album “Lay Down With Dogs” which showcases a seasoned performer and songwriter in collaboration with some of the best musicians and writers in the business. Seven self-penned songs and co-writes with Dennis Walker (Robert Cray Band writer and producer), Johnny “Guitar” Crippen (Dr Feelgood) and Mal Eastick, who also appears as guest guitarist on one track. Other guest performances come from Peter Wells, Mark Evans, John Russell, and a core band featuring Paul Robert Burton (Upright Bass), Paul Demarco (Drums), Steve Edmonds (Guitar) and Mike Gubb (Keyboards). This album is available via the internet through Fullmoon Records.
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Currently Dave performs in a duo with ex-AC/DC bassist Mark Evans at the Bridge Hotel (Rozelle, Sydney) where as “Tice & Evans” they have been resident for the last 9 years, bringing their rootsy, hard-edged blues and original songs to life in unplugged acoustic mode. The duo have recorded three limited edition live CD’s: “Live At The Bridge” and “Live At The Rum And Raisin” now only available by special arrangement and their newest offering “111” which is currently available at live gigs and through Dave’s web-site.
Dave also guests at several blues & roots festivals (solo, duo or with his full band) & occasionally with Paul Burton’s band “The Shuffle Kings”.
More Dave Tice info and bio details can be accessed via Dave’s official web-site.
www.davetice.com.
DAVE TICE DISCOGRAPHY.
“BUFFALO”: 1970/1977. Australian band based in Sydney.
Record Label: VERTIGO. Distributed by PHONOGRAM.
“DEAD FOREVER” LP.
“VOLCANIC ROCK” LP.
“ONLY WANT YOU FOR YOUR BODY” LP.
“MOTHER’S CHOICE” LP.
“AVERAGE ROCK AND ROLLER” LP
“ROCK LEGENDS” (Buffalo Compilation album).
“SKIRTLIFTERS” Buffalo Compilation Album. (Raven Records.)
“THE COUNT BISHOPS” = 1977 / 1984. English Band based in London. Chiswick Records. Distribution by Warner Brothers.
“SPEEDBALL” EP.
“THE COUNT BISHOPS” LP.
“THE BISHOPS LIVE” LP.
“CROSSCUTS” LP.
“THE LONDON R&B SESSIONS” LP. (Live Compilation Album)
Also various compilation albums released throughout Europe.
“I TAKE WHAT I WANT” Single.
“TRAIN, TRAIN” Single.
“I WANT CANDY” Single. (Made Top Forty in UK.)
Dave also co-wrote two songs for “DOCTOR FEELGOOD”:
“WAITING FOR SATURDAY NIGHT” A side single.
“EILEEN” Album track.
“THE HEADHUNTERS”: 1984/1994
“I BELIEVE I’M IN LOVE WITH YOU” Single (Powderworks Records)
“OUTLAW BOOGIE” LP. (Ozbike Records)
“J. R & THE BAR KINGS”. 1998.
“SIPPIN’ AND SLIDIN’. LP. (Full Moon Records.)
“LAY DOWN WITH DOGS” LP. 1999
“TICE & EVANS Live at the Bridge” 2001
“Tice & Evans Live at the Rum & Raisin Hotel” 2001
"Tice & Evans III" 2004
Heya there Dave, how ya doin 2day? Thanx 4 takin a listen & addin yer friendship. Its always a pleasure 2 meet new friends. Welcome. Enjoy. Blues rockin, Mani~
Hi Dave Tice, we wanted all of our Myspace friends to know that Glenn Hughes Tickets are now on sale & selling fast. No major advertising has started yet so this is just a courtesy heads up to fans so they dont miss out... There are only 3 OZ shows in total & it could be an early sell out!
Some fans have also asked if they can meet Glenn, so we are thinking about Platinum Tix for an after show meet & greet. Please send us a msg via Myspace if you think you would be interested.
Have a great day & hope to see you at a gig in April! GH & Band.
Yeah it was packed. Well I am sure that these people WOULD NOT have bee n disappointed seeing you guys. Nice to hear from you , as always! "Dad" says hi!
Ha ha ha is that my Dad, very funny Dave! Hey I sure am glad to hear that Adelaide appreciate your tunes, great stuff. I was at Katoomba Blues Festival all weekend, had a BALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As usual Chris Wilson played and got everyone in the audience to do exactly what the hell he wanted, brilliant! Discovered some amazing new artists. An amazing guitarist from the US called Preston Reed and a fabulous guy from Cairns called " Andy Sugarcane Collins". What a weekend! Hope all is well with you and yours. x
Sorry about that last typo...brain fry!!! Take 2.... hope you are well and rockin, must be time for me to come to Sydney again soon and you and Mark. Bren :))))
Hi Dave, I hope you are having a great day because I feel fabulous! I just finished four tracks off my upcoming "Blu-Azz" CD. They are the first four songs on my site right now if you care to listen. Best Always, Ray Burton {Australia}
Hey Dave, just dropping you a HAPPY NEW YEAR msg and i am hanging to know how the guitar festival went! I checked out the site and it would have been fabulous! Hope all is well. Mel x
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