Artist description Multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Giles Davis has performed with many different bands from many different genres: Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz, Country, Gospel. His first solo CD is a journey through this musical landscape. Songs are reminiscant of the 1970's Southern California Rock sound of the Eagles and Jackson Browne. Others are straight ahead Reggae. Others are a mix of sounds that defy a tight label. All are well produced with an emphasis on textures and harmonies.

Music Style Pop/Rock

Musical Influences Eagles, Steely Dan, Jackson Browne, Jimmy Buffett, David Sanborn, The Band

Artist History Giles Davis is no stranger to the East Coast Night Life. In 1986, he played his first professional gig at the age of 16. After college, he went on the road as a member of Joy and Harmony Recording Artists The George Wesley Band, playing on the Reggae band's third CD and opening for the JGB and Grammy Award Winning Black Uhuru along the way. In September 1996, Giles released his first solo CD, The Advantages of Union, on his own Green Water Records. The CD was a showcase for his vocal and multi-instrumental abilities. The release also marked Giles' debut as a producer. In 1997, Giles' joined The Pee Pees, a Budweiser sponsored band based in North Eastern Pennsylvania known for its high energy stage show filled with a wild sense of humor. Later that year, Giles was asked to appear as a special guest with the band Backstreets at Gov. Christine Whitman's Election Night Party, which was televised to an estimated 20 million viewers. In January of 1998, Giles joined Backstreets as a full time member. Throughout his entire career, Giles had performed as a solo artist as well. In the fall of 1999, he decided to turn his focus to solo performing full time.As both a solo performer and a band member, Giles has played thousands of club dates, colleges, festivals, private parties, and other performances in NJ, NY, PA, OH, DE, MD, VA, IL, VT, and Washington DC.

Instruments Guitars, Keyboards, Bass, Drums, Saxes, Trumpets, Flute, Mandolin, Accordian, Melodica, Wind Controller, Percussion

Albums The Advantages of Union

Press Reviews QUOTES: "Davis is not only a wizard on keyboards, but saxophone and wind controller as well"- The Syracuse Post Standard"Giles Davis is a versatile weapon. Playing sax, keys, mandolin , flute, singing. Often in the SAME SONG!!"- Tom Flannery - The Electric City, Scranton, PA"Area hero Giles Davis is one of the most sought after live and session players in the music market."- Joe Lemongelli - Soundcheck

Location Plainsboro, New Jersey - USA

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