Artist description The Dave Mann Collective is an uplifting musical experience which centers itself around the unique songwriting talents of the man himself,Dave Mann.Sensitive, heartfelt lyrics and melodies combine beautifully with the raw acoustic twang of Dave ’s guitar,which has been mentioned in the same breath as that of Ry Cooder and Ben Harper.Combined with subtle percussion,a slightly funky Rhodes player and an innovative rhythm section,the Dave Mann Collective produces a unique sound.If they were a drink,they could be described as contemporary folk on the rocks,with a twist of country and a dash of hip-movement.

Music Style Acoustic guitar based folk/pop

Musical Influences Dave Mathews Band/Ben Harper/Sting/Paul Kelly

Similar Artists John Butler Trio/Darren Hanlon/Ben Harper/

Artist History Dave Mann originally performed as a solo artist throughout Western Australia,and along the way gained enough respect to win several songwriting contests including the Original Acoustics Competition 2001.In the latter half of 2001,Dave was joined by two childhood friends Anthony Backhouse (keyboards)and Ben Quick (drums).The trio performed consistently in the Fremantle and Perth area building a loyal follow- ing.The nal pieces were added in May 2002,when Mark Lowes (bass)and Steve Fernandez (percussion)happened to bump into Dave outside their favourite Japanese restaurant.Teriyaki turned to time signatures,and the ve piece Collective was born. The Dave Mann Collective creates natural,owing music which comes straight from the heart.If you listen carefully,the words always tell a story. Highlights include: Release of their rst E.P,“Modi ed Conversation ”. Airplay of the single “ Force Fed Art ” on RTR and other local radio stations.. Airplay of the single “I Like You Girl ” on RTR.. Winner of The Original Acoustics Competition 2001. Semi-nalists in the 2002 Next Big Thing competition. Regular live shows at The Basement,Mojo ’s and The Grosvenor Hotel. Debut album due early 2003.

Group Members Dave Mann;Ben Quick;Anthony Backhouse;Mark Lowes;Steve Fernandez

Instruments Acoustic guitar, bass, drums, keys and percusion

Albums Dave Mann & Burnside Rd

Location Perth, W.A - Australia

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