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Summary Press Release
Dave Miller has been writing songs and performing for decades in taverns, dance halls, concert venues, festivals, and coffee houses from coast to coast and in Western Canada. His music is a fusion of Ozark Mountain old-time string band, Western Swing, Bluegrass, Delta Blues, and Rock. He writes with a veteran troubadour's perspective giving his songs a depth and clarity that often leaves listeners moved and always leaves them wanting to hear more. The wit, simplicity, and artistry of his unique and clever lyrics have led to comparisons of his songwriting to that of Guy Clark, John Prine, Levon Helm, and John Hiatt.
Dave is one of the rare handful of artists working today who can channel first-hand accounts of the rigors of rural life, the rambling lifestyle, the blessings and mysteries of natural beauty, and the joys of family life by painting musical pictures full of colorful characters, stories of everyday triumphs, historical references, folklore, humor, and regional overtones. He is a modern-day Bard and a must-see show when you get the chance.
Quotes & Press
"If you're longing for some good folk music in the Woody Guthrie category, this is your new 'go to.' Dave Miller makes rustic timeless songs of the type that you can almost hear the creak of the front porch rocking chair in the background."
Melissa Clarke — Americana Highways Magazine
"Dave Miller is a songwriter's songwriter. He's prolific. He's passionate about the craft. But most important...he's a great storyteller! Like Guy Clark, he has that unique ability to connect with the listener in just a few lines. You can hear and feel the emotion in his voice. He'll make you laugh. He'll make you cry. He'll make you listen. His music makes our world sound a little better...thanks Dave!"
Bryan Hayes — Executive Director, Roots and American Music Society
"Take a scoop of Levon, throw in some Prine and a bit of Hiatt, and you might get into the neighborhood, but Dave Miller's musical take on the world all his own."
Don Richmond — Owner and Producer, Howlin' Dog Records
"It's hard to put a label on Dave Miller. His blend of Country, Roots and humor deliver an authentic sound that is refreshing. Melody and words flow in unexpected ways. Miller takes the ordinary and weaves visual imagery into songs that are engaging, enlightening and many times just downright funny. A true story-teller!"
Sonia Outlaw-Clark — Executive Director, West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center
"Clever, creative, incisive and always witty – a storyteller and a modern day bard. Dave Miller is one of Memphis's best songwriters and a 'must see' performer when you get a chance."
Bruce Newman — Folk Alliance International Past Board Member & WEVL "Folksong Fiesta" Host