Photo: Marg Thomson
Vintage Blues & Roots
Photo: Marg Thomson
Dave Diprose is a
masterful Bluesman whose authentic sound recalls the earliest legends of
the Blues.
The excitement and atmosphere he elicits from picking and sliding
iconic metal bodied National(Resophonic) guitars conjures the spirit of legends Bukka White, Tampa Red, Blind Willie Johnson, Charley Patton and Robert
Johnson, whilst retaining a definite feel of originality and classic
Australian storytelling. Billy Pinnell (Australian Music Guru) adds
“Dave’s storytelling adds to the appeal of his songs”.
Dave’s passion for the Blues was initially fuelled by the Rolling Stones
1966 Australian tour, where Keith Richards slide guitar playing Dave
found particularly captivating. Having the Blues fuse lit, Dave was soon
seeking out original Blues masters for inspiration and a life-long quest
had begun.
A performer with decades of experience to boast, Dave is the real deal.
Matthew Fredericks (Melbourne Age EG/PBS FM/MBAS) comments “Dave
stands out from the pack by finding the right balance between
originality and respect for his sources. He's reached that place where
he can create freely while still remaining true to his original
sources.”
A true professional, Dave has performed with the likes of Fiona Boyes,
Bob Brosnan and Ash Grunwald as well as supporting international acts
Keiren Kane & Kevin Welch and John McCutcheon.
With many Festivals appearances such as Port Fairy, Echuca Winter Blues,
Bendigo Blues & Roots, Maldon Folk and Yackandandah to his name, Dave
Diprose is set to generate much excitement amongst those with a love of
rustic acoustic Blues.
