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Dan Cunningham
Acoustic / Folk / Indie

		"pickndawg: ECLECTIC - NOT ELECTRIC" MORGANTOWN, West Virginia United States Profile Views: 6846 Last Login: 10/6/2008
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Dan Cunningham: General Info

Member Since	7/25/2006
Band Website	pickndawg.com
Influences	Leo Kottke, Charles Ives, Miles Davis, Phil Keaggy, Joni Mitchell, Gustav Mahler, Gene Bertoncini, Beatles, John Fahey, Chet Atkins, Lenny Breau, Pablo Casals, Jacqueline Du Pre, Robert Lewis Stevenson, Kenneth Graham, Tiny Tim, street-corner musicians
Sounds Like	Leo Kottke, Michael Hedges, Trapezoid, Nick Drake, Eddie Munster --> --> --> --> NEW pickndawg CD: WAYFARING STRANGER
Record Label	Pickndawg Music
Type of Label	None

Upcoming Shows

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Oct 7 2008

6:30P

Black Bear

Morgantown, West Virginia

Oct 17 2008

6:30P

Pathfinder

Morgantown, West Virginia

Oct 18 2008

7:00P

PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT

Morgantown, West Virginia

Oct 24 2008

8:00P

Borders Book Store

Parkersburg, West Virginia

Nov 28 2008

8:00P

Borders Book Store

Parkersburg, West Virginia

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About Dan Cunningham

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      At an early age, Dan spent long hours listening to a 50's era Zenith console, playing and replaying the the one 45 rpm single each of Eddie Arnold and Fats Domino, and the 78's of Dinah Shore and Haydn's "Surprise" Symphony. The imprint on an impressionable young mind was profound, and you might say he never recovered.
      Drifting from rock, to country to jazz; to blues, Bach and back again, Dan's own music failed to develop. And then, one late night laying awake in a fleabag motel, Dan saw the light. It turned out to the flickering neon sign from "Murph's Café" next door. As fate would have it, the very next day as Dan was dining at that same café, savoring the only item on the menu he could afford; a small order of chili-cheese fries. His eyes were drawn to the Elvis portraits in black velvet, and just below, a small smeared blackboard with the lunch special, "Murph's Bologna Burger". At that moment inspiration struck and would have knocked Dan's socks off, had he been wearing any. The central question was clear....why top your burger with bologna and not chili? It was time to play real music, music that tops off the meaty taste of life like chili on a flame grilled hamburger still dripping with the satisfying essence of fullness. It was from this point the distinct and varied music he called "New Appalachian" began to come forth. (As along as he stayed away from the fifth).
      Over the years Dan has performed/recorded with Phil Keaggy (Grammy nominee and Dove award winner), Robin Kessinger (1985 National Flatpicking Champion), Nedra Talley Ross (Ronettes), Phil Madeira (Nashville songwriter, recording artist) Lance DeMers (Hannah's Prayer), John Fischer, Jenny Allinder, Ted Sandquist and others.

      Dan’s first solo CD, INTO THE FLOW, received glowing reviews and was a “Viewer’s Choice” award winner on Kweevak.com. His second CD, I THINK OF HOME, built on this musical vision, expanding the range of expression for Appalachian music. The songs received recognition in several songwriting competitions.

      Dan's current release, WAYFARING STRANGER (2006), is a showcase for his songwriting abilities. Traditional storytelling is mixed with a measured touch of contemporary sounds and yet retains the rich acoustic texture. Dan's often-praised guitar skills shine brightly in these arrangements. One might suspect this CD came from a love-child of Joni Mitchell and Leo Kottke. (but let me silence any such juicy rumors RIGHT NOW!!!-this is a responsible webpage!)

The Dominion Post has described Dan's playing as "guitar genius" and by Ben Ohmart of Music Dish as "luscious."

“The guitar is outstanding! I’m talking great technique, great emotion and inventive playing.”
-www.southofmainstream.com

"Dan Cunningham plays his guitar the way a man loves a woman--- with heart and caring and affection." Richard Fuller

Discography:
Courts of the King (1976) Ted Sandquist
Emerging (1977) Phil Keaggy Band
Let The Whole Earth (1984) Ted Sandquist
Be My Refuge (1985) Ted Sandquist
Not For Flatpickers Only (1986) Robin Kessinger
Re-Emerging (2000) Phil Keaggy Band
Into The Flow (2001)
Thread Of Healing (2002) Karen Taylor
I Think Of Home(2003)
Wayfaring Stranger (2006)

Dan has performed/recorded with these artists (among others):
John Fischer
Phil Keaggy (Dove award winner, Grammy nominee)
Phil Madeira (Nashville songwriter, Buddy Miller Band)
Ted Sandquist
Nedra Talley Ross (Ronettes)
Jenny Allinder
Robin Kessinger (1985 National Flatpick Champ)

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Dan Cunningham's Friends Comments

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Phil Madeira	Sep 1 2008 8:01 PM thanks dan! Good to hear from you! pm
The Gear	Jun 25 2008 3:36 PM Thanks Dan. That means a lot coming from you. See you around the Black Bear!
ANTIOCH	Jun 1 2008 1:28 AM Thanks for the add! Hope you enjoy our tunes and help spread the word!
ANTIOCH	Jun 1 2008 2:58 AM Yeah, we still rock but we dig your sound too! Would love to help you out when you visit. Great to connect again!
Charlie Read	May 23 2008 4:15 PM Sir Dan, good to see you at Borders the other night. Our "Relay For Life" gig went well, but it was cold and damp. I like the P.K.B. pic with the music stands. You guys look like the Vienna Boys Choir (Vienna, WV, that is) ... have a great Memorial Day weekend!
Jim ~ô¿ô~	May 21 2008 2:25 PM Hey Dan, Have a great Memorial Day weekend… and Kick out the jams, :-)
The Fresh	Apr 30 2008 6:55 PM Thank you mr. cunningham! Digging whitewater!-Dean(the fresh drummer)
Peter Bloom Band	Apr 30 2008 9:06 PM Holy jumpin', Dan! You have mad guitar skills! I wish I could play a fraction as well as you do! That Deep Forest Journey is a strikingly beautiful piece of work. Thanks for your very kind comment, and congrats on your journey and success (one and the same really)! Peace. Pete
Band of Jim	Apr 22 2008 3:46 PM Have a great Earth Day Dan.... With much peace, Jim
The Redheads Britta-N-Brooke®	Apr 20 2008 7:27 PM Cool sound. Enjoyed the listen. Red Beards rock!! Peace and love. ♥The Redheads♥ Britta-N-Brooke
Charlie Read	Apr 13 2008 2:57 PM Hey Dan ... just poppin' in to see what's up with the ol' Pick'n'dawg. Hope all is great with you and the family!
Rick & Be	Mar 30 2008 2:38 AM Hey Dan long time no see,Do you still have your awsome percision, that bass played super
Gimbal	Mar 6 2008 5:14 AM yes dan i do speake gimbalese it is moosepeake. i cant waite to see yoo again playing ur gitar a teh blak bear and i wud like to get mi piktur taken with u. i go thar some times but thay wont let me drinke thar pbrs so i steal sipes when no 1 is lookink
Gimbal	Feb 28 2008 12:19 AM thankz forr thee adde, luve ur musik! yore frend gimbel the moose
Joanie Sanders	Jan 17 2008 10:19 PM I am delighted to be your friend! Love, Joanie Sanders
Tommaso Pedriali	Jan 18 2008 11:06 AM Hi Dan, thanks for finding me. Great music on your space! Ciao Tommaso
Charlie Read	Dec 25 2007 4:41 PM Dan, thanks for being a great friend all these years. I'll never forget our Avery Street incident in Hazel's car all those years ago. Thank God, we survived. In life, things are always changing, but friendship is a blessing we should never take for granted. God bless you this Christmas and may you and your family be richly blessed into the coming New Year.
morgantown	Dec 24 2007 2:52 AM Merry Christmas Comment Graphics
Elizabeth	Dec 19 2007 2:03 PM Congratulations! I'm singing along!
Band of Jim	Dec 18 2007 6:39 PM No place like Morgantown.... Nice!
michael smith	Dec 17 2007 12:01 PM Thanks for the notice Dan. Nothing wrong with diversification or dichorusification for that matter:) Soundin great, keep em comin, Mike
Rutles	Dec 12 2007 6:38 PM We quite fancy your music and are proud to be your friends. Have a fab day. The Rutles
michael smith	Nov 14 2007 3:56 PM Hey buddy slip'n a new song in without letting me know? Whitewater, excellent, I think some Phil rubbed off, very nice Dan. Maybe I will be off the 30th and can see you at Borders......later, Mike
Mimi Burns Band	Nov 14 2007 12:00 AM Hello Dan, great to hear from you! Just dropping in to wish a grand season to come with blessings and inspirations~ MBB
Misty Mamas	Nov 12 2007 12:51 AM Thanks for finding us and for sharing your great music! Best wishes - April (Misty Mamas)
Luan Parle	Nov 11 2007 10:32 PM Thanks for the add request Dan & Hello from Ireland... Wonderful..Keep up the good work! Cool to have you as a friend! *Luan xoxo* Current Nominee "TATLER - WOMAN OF THE YEAR MUSIC AWARD” Winner "METEOR BEST IRISH FEMALE ARTIST 2007" Winner "BIG BUZZ MOST STYLISH FEMALE 2007" Finalist "BIG BUZZ BEST ALBUM OF 2007" Click below to get an autographed copy of my CD delivered worldwide
Charlie Read	Oct 15 2007 2:13 AM Just listening to your beautiful music again this evening Dan. I apologize if I haven't complimented you for a while. Most of all, thanks for being a great friend!
Jacquee Rae	Sep 9 2007 5:12 AM Your default pic is great!! Thanks again!
Jim ~ô¿ô~	Aug 30 2007 11:39 PM That Whitewater is very tasty :-)
Elizabeth	Aug 24 2007 4:21 PM Whitewater is refreshing!
Charlie Read	Aug 13 2007 3:31 PM That might still be better than looking like Willie Nelson.
Tim	Jul 22 2007 5:29 AM COOL MySpace Comments
Sheila	Jul 20 2007 8:58 AM MyHotComments :: HotFreeLayouts
Rhian Sheehan	Jun 30 2007 1:41 AM Beautiful playing. RS
Gretchen Peters	Jun 29 2007 11:25 PM
Carlos Dorado	Jun 29 2007 5:23 PM Beautiful music..! Best regards from Switzerland
Whitton	Jun 29 2007 4:54 PM All the best to ya Dan!!! Keep doin' what ya do... =) ~ Whitton ~
Jim ~ô¿ô~	Jun 28 2007 1:33 PM Ahhh Deep Forest :-)
Doug Hendrix - Fingerstyle Guitar	Jun 15 2007 6:27 AM Thanks for stopping by, Dan. Nice tunage. Shweet. ;-)
michael smith	Jun 14 2007 9:19 PM Thanks for the comment Dan, glad you like it. Not much of a production, but I liked it too. Love Deep Forest Journey, excellent work...later, Mike
michael smith	Jun 11 2007 1:26 AM Sorry I missed you Fri. night Dan, but my butt was pooped. How was it? Did Charlie make it? Later, Mike
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