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David Fonseca
Pop / Rock / Alternative

"I dream in colours, I drift in circles"


Portugal

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Last Login:  10/13/2008
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   David Fonseca: General Info
Member Since10/30/2005
Band Websitedavidfonseca.com/
Influences
HERE'S THE NEW VIDEO - "KISS ME, OH KISS ME", DIRECTED BY DAVID ONCE AGAIN :



TOUR 2008:

Dreams In Colour


"Superstars", the first single from "Dreams In Colour", directed by David:



The amazing video for "Rocket Man", directed by David himself:



David Fonseca plays the song "Superstars" on a live performance using his "one-man-show" skills. This performance is available on the limited edition of the new album "Dreams In Colour".






Sounds LikeThe Cars; Jeff Buckley; The The; Roy Orbison
Record LabelUniversal
Type of LabelMajor




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Oct 25 2008 10:00P
Recepção ao Caloiro Bragança
Nov 1 2008 10:30P
Recepção ao Caloiro (1ª parte com RITA REDSHOES) Covilhã

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   About David Fonseca

  David loves cats. Hes got three at home and they keep him company when hes by himself. He listens to Jeff Buckley, B52s, Pixies, Roy Orbison and Aphex Twin. Actually, the listening list was quite long, but these 5 sum it up quite well.

David is one of the most charismatic Portuguese voices. He is a writer, composer, musician and performer. His first band Silence 4 imposed itself as the biggest and most astonishing phenomenon on the recent years of Portuguese music. Their debut record, entitled “Silence Becomes It” (1998) sold more than 240.000 copies, which represents six platinum records, supported by a long tour that lasted for 2 years. “Only Pain Is Real” (2000) was the second record for Silence 4, which sold 100.000 copies. They wrapped up their tour in December 2000, with two memorable sold out concerts at the most famous venue in Lisbon: the Coliseu dos Recreios. During 2001 Silence 4 went on their last tour and, in 2002, they stopped their activities.

“Sing Me Something New” (2003) was the title of David Fonseca’s debut album as a solo artist, playing nearly all instruments and exploring his composer and performer sides more than ever. Produced by David and Mário Barreiros, this record was mastered in New York, at the Sterling Sound Studios, by George Marino, the man responsible for mastering records of artists such as Coldplay, Rollins Band, Marc Ribot, Dandy Warhols or Sepultura. “Someone That Cannot Love”, the first single, was a 1 hit on airplay for several months. The second single, “The 80’s” was chosen by VODAFONE to be the song for their Summer advertising campaign and became an instant hit. A successful tour followed for 2 years and the album reached 2 on the Sales Chart and certified PLATINUM.

David: “I’m a big fan of great songwriters like Jeff Buckley or Tom Waits, but there’s something amazing about those classic bands like The Cars or Roxy Music that still inspire me to do music after all these years. I’m interested in songs, classic and plain songs that you can sing or dance to but, if I can, I’ll try to surprise you along the way. “

In 2004, he joined a Portuguese supergroup called Humanos, giving his voice to never before heard songs from the mythical António Variações, a loved gone composer and singer from the 80’s. This tribute album was multi-platinum (+120.000 units) and stayed in 1 for weeks.

In 2005, David was ready to release his second solo album, “Our Hearts Will Beat As One”. The first single, “Who Are U?”, reached 3 on the airplay charts and confirmed David as one of the greatest Portuguese songwriters. The following single, “Hold Still”, showed the crooner side of David in a duet with Rita Redshoes, becoming a MTV favorite for its ground-breaking video. Directed by David himself, it won several awards, including “Best Video Of The Year” on the Vimus international music video festival. The 3rd single, “Our Hearts Will Beat As One”, became a musical revolution all around and set a different tone for David’s career. The arty and film-like video, one of the most amazing videos ever done in Portugal, went straight to 1 on MTV Hit List and remained in the chart for months. “Our Hearts Will Beat As One” went straight to 1 on Sales Chart and reached Gold Status on the first week of sales. It was critically acclaimed by all media and was considered POP ALBUM OF THE YEAR in Portugal even before the year-end.

David’s new album “Dreams In Colour” was released in October 2007 and went straight to 1 on sale charts, confirming his status as one of the most successful Portuguese artists to date. It went GOLD briefly after its release.

The first single (“Superstars”), an upbeat song with a contagious whistle, became a summer hit and set the tone for the new record, leading the radio charts for weeks. The video was directed by David once again achieving an immediate online success. A strong mixture of melancholic lyrics and joyful sounds, turned David’s indie and 80’s influences into mainstream anthems.

David’s own version of the Elton John 1972 classic “Rocket Man”, the second single, was an unexpected and pleasant surprise for everyone. The stunning one-take video directed (again!) by David was a groundbreaking performance that shocked and appealed everyone who saw it.

On January 2008, MTV chooses David Fonseca for Artist of the Month for the second time in his career.

The third single of “Dreams In Colour”, “Kiss Me, Oh Kiss Me”, reaches the top 10 radio charts one week after it’s release, another instant hit for the record pointed out by the readers of the 1 music magazine in Portugal as “Best Record of The Year”. Critics and media point “Dreams In Colour” as David’s finest moment ever on his fast growing career.

“DREAMS IN COLOUR” is a whole new experience for me, I never thought that my music could sound so optimistic and well lit. Not that I lost the melancholic and lost kid in me, I think he’ll be there for a long time, but I found out that even the darkest moments carry some kind of ironic and hopeful meaning waiting to be untied...and sometimes i’m lucky to pull the right strings.”, says David.

David is permanently touring and has played all the major Portuguese festivals and events. He shared the stage with international names like PJ Harvey, Portishead, Placebo, Tindersticks, Rufus Wainwright, Fatboy Slim, Beth Orton, N.E.R.D, Prodigy and many others.

“I play a lot of different venues, from small places where I can hear the audience breathe to open air festivals with thousands of people, so these songs have to survive all the different moods that are set in each place I go. I love playing live, it’s great to see these songs transform itself according to different audiences and venues, it’s always different every time I play it.” David Fonseca

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paula





Oct 13 2008 5:52 PM

Lot of kisses for you. God bless you hope you are all right.
Ratinhoo6





Oct 12 2008 6:14 PM

O melhor de sempre :D

Parabéns
ccomini





Oct 12 2008 12:37 PM

Kiss me, Oh Kiss me....é otima!!
Sempre sucesso p/ vc!!!
Vem pro Brasil, vem....
Clarey





Oct 12 2008 9:27 AM

Hi David... thanks for the add!

I love your music, your voice and your creativity. I was introduced to Silence 4 by a good friend (named Lulinha) and it was one of the greatest gifts she ever gave me. I wish you continued success.

Um grande abraço,

Clarey
We Are Not Fusty





Oct 12 2008 11:25 AM

Hey David!
Obrigado por nos teres adicionado, sei que já foi há algum tempo, mas só agora é que me lembrei :p
Obrigado por contribuíres desta maneira para a música portuguesa, és com certeza uma das nossas influências.
Depois de puderes dá um saltinho na nossa página e diz alguma coisa.

Abraço,
Mário Briosa

We Are Not Fusty
Ayde





Oct 10 2008 3:19 AM

Hey, I love your "kiss me oh kiss me" song. it is such a wonderful song.
Have a great weekend!!!
Helena





Oct 9 2008 11:32 PM

convite expo dia-noite
Raul( VOID ) Ribeiro





Oct 7 2008 9:08 AM

David, Obrigado
GATMP





Oct 6 2008 9:12 PM

Obrigada por teres aceite a nossa solicitação de amizade.

Não deixes de ir ao nosso myspace e ver o vídeo no 'sobre mim' ou de ler o nosso blog. Fica a par das nossas razões e finalidades e caso partilhes dos mesmos interesses não hesites em entrar no GATMP em http://www. gatmp. forumeiros. com .

E se não for pedir muito, diz-nos o que achas da iniciativa.
Miss Morningstar





Oct 6 2008 4:32 PM

Through your talent I've found happiness and joy in the gloomiest days of my life. Thank you and keep up the good work!
Have a wonderful day :)
Your friend.
Ale.
^^ Andreia AloNe^^





Oct 6 2008 10:44 AM


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Oct 6 2008 12:59 AM

David Fonseca - Kiss Me, Oh Kiss Me (live in Athens 04/10/2008 Mtv Music Week)



Thank you so much for this wonderful show!!! Greece loves you!
luis





Oct 4 2008 10:39 AM

BOA MTV PARTY!!É FAVOR DE POREM OS GREGOS A BOMBAR!NÃO SERÁ DIFÍCIL COM TANTA ENERGIA...QUE SEJA THE BEST OF YOU!!!UM ABRAÇO PAULA E LUIS
Sandra Ferreira





Oct 4 2008 7:32 PM

Adorei o show de ontem em Gondomar!

Valorizo por demais a originalidade que trazes em cada tour!

A parte do telefone, para mim, partiu a louça toda =)

Bom concerto lá nas pirâmides ;)
Pedro





Oct 4 2008 7:45 PM

Grande concerto ca em Gondomar :D

Obrigado pela boa musica que tens feito :)
Adriana





Oct 4 2008 11:36 PM

Olá!

Obrigada pelo add.
Para quando mais um concerto em Coimbra??

Beijo**
Pedro Felizardo





Oct 5 2008 12:18 AM

MTV Party Athens, Greece.
Fancy stuff Sr. Fonseca.

Até te desejava boa sorte mas não precisas :D

Abraço
Vicente





Oct 1 2008 2:38 PM

Obrigado pelo Add!!
Thanks for the add!!
Keep up the good music!!
visit - myspace. com/viceartur
Ayde





Sep 30 2008 10:46 PM

Hey, how are you doing? Have a great week!!!!!!!
Psiquê





Sep 30 2008 9:40 PM



Ainda nunca tinha tido a oportunidade de ver um concerto ao vivo do David Fonseca, até este ano na OviBeja.

E fiquei anda mais conquistada pela sua musica, talento e inteligência.

Obrigada por o saberes partilhar com o público!

Bjinhos do Alentejo :)
butterfly wings





Sep 30 2008 5:14 PM

estive em arouca..
adorei o fato..:P
e tb o fogo artificio no fim.
!bjtos da borboleta
JOCANOG





Sep 29 2008 11:39 PM

JÁ AGRADA AOS GREGOS SÓ FALTA OS TROIANOS!!!
O "ROCKET MAN" VAI ESTAR ENTRE OS DEUSES!!!
UM GRANDE ABRAÇO DESTE TEU FÃ

João Nogueira
Josie *Busted*





Sep 29 2008 4:52 PM

DAVID!

És um máximo. As tuas músicas são fabulosas e espero que continues a ter um enorme sucesso.

Fica bem!
Kahlo





Sep 29 2008 9:45 AM

http//dadanoias.net/2008/09/28/kahlo-en-el-curro/
Pierre_Levie





Sep 28 2008 10:36 PM

Hello!

How Are You Darling?

Ricardo





Sep 28 2008 8:52 PM

Obrigado pelo "add", obrigado pela música...
Mónica





Sep 28 2008 4:32 PM

Só pa dizer k a tua música é 5*!! =D
.dani