Blues Wave Dave

Northridge, CA

$80 - $500

Travels up to 120 miles

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Blues Wave Dave Blowing the harp with the Keemazul Band

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Dave Playing at the Aquarium of the Pacific on 10/12/18

Overview

Harmonica player/ vocalist and percussionist with over 30 years experience in live performances, recording and band collaborations. I am a blues /funk/rock specialist but can play some jazz tunes, R& B, pop and even some Latin tunes. I am easy to work with and I am always professional. I will travel throughout Southern California to play.....and I have a full band as well. I have a DEMO CD upon request. Contact me at (email hidden)


Reviews

4 reviews

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Jimmy

October 9, 2019
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Great pkayer, great guy

On time, easy to work with, i recommend Dave!

Hired as: Harmonica Player

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Blues Wave Dave

Thank you so much Jimmy. I look forward to hearing the final recording. You were easy to work with and I appreciate your creativity. I would work with you any time.

Dave


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Michael V.

August 7, 2018
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Awesome job!

Dave did a great job playing harmonica recording for an animated musical, thanks again Dave!

Hired as: Harmonica Player


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Amanda B.

May 15, 2018
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Highly Recommended!

Dave is a super awesome guy overall! Very nice job at playing and singing! He had great communication, and came prepared with a special playlist! Pleasure to work with, and would highly recommend!

Hired as: Blues Band, Harmonica Player


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Brian G.

March 1, 2018
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Excellent harmonica player

Very professional

Hired as: Harmonica Player

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Booking information

Price range: $80 - $500

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Expect a very good attitude with great creativity and flexibility. Keep in mind I am a vocalist and percussionist as well. I do have my own P.A., amplifiers and mics. I am a great entertainer and can be as aggressive or low key as you need me to be. I have a good amount of experience in the recording studio.

About

Dave Bautista (AKA..Blues Wave Dave): 30 years of experience with Harmonica, vocals, percussion; Dave assembled the Keemazul band in 2012 and prides his group in being reliable and professional ((link hidden)). Dave has recorded with Dave Hidalgo (Los Lobos), Taj Mahal and Los Cenzontles. Dave has played at a number of venues both in Northern California and Southern California including, BB Kings Universal Studios, Harvelle’s in Santa Monica, Hyatt Regency San Francisco and Yoshi’s in Oakland. I am look to synergize with other bands and artists. You will find me very flexible as well as being a great listener with a minimal ego.

Additional booking notes

That's the nice thing about working with me. I am easy....depending on the venue....at worse, somebody has to mic me up.

Past booked events

October 2019

08

Tuesday

Studio Session

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Simi Valley, CA

July 2018

24

Tuesday

Studio Session

1:00pm - 1:30pm

New York City, NY

May 2018

13

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Arcadia, CA

February 2018

25

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Whittier, CA

Influences and inspiration

Lee Oscar (War), Little Walter, Charlie Musselwhite, Stevie Wonder, Junior Wells, Slim Harpo,
J Geils Band (Magic Dick), Black Sabbath, Led Zepplin, Santana, Muddy waters

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