Dave Robertson
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Dave Robertson

Perth, Western Australia, Australia | SELF

Perth, Western Australia, Australia | SELF
Band Alternative Singer/Songwriter

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"Other Body Parts"

"Love the lyrics! The guitar work is great! And the voice? The man sounds like he really enjoys what he is doing. Stick him in a studio with a bit of back up and he is on his way. 4 Stars"

"What a great track! Gotta love it"

"Both of the tracks Dave Robertson has uploaded are great examples of less being more. Simple but resonant acoustic backing on "Other Body Parts" manages to pull of being rhythmic and melodic, providing a neat backing for the vocals, which are the real treat here. His airy voice gives the impression that he is having a conversation with the listener, almost a playful banter - and the lyrics are cheeky and fun to boot. It's also really worth a mention that Dave sounds distinctly Australian in this song, which is great to hear, as many Australian artists tend to have a singing voice which shows little of their origins (I'm looking at you, Jeff Lang). 4 Stars." - JJJ Unearthed Reviewers


"Artist of the Week"

Interviewed and "Artist of the Week" during May 2006. Announcer Pippa Kidman said of the Little Scientist EP "I'm enjoying it very much. Love to hear more!" - Twin Cities FM (Joondalup/Wanneroo)


"Little Scientist EP"

Presenter Mhairie Lee said "I've had a great response from my listeners and I personally have really enjoyed it too". - HUON FM (Tasmania)


"Little Scientist"

"This track is awesome; poignant and lyrically entrancing. New angle on the old lover left me saga."

"I like and agree with the lyrics. I like that view. Good structure to the song, lyrics and melody are great. Good work :)" - JJJ Unearthed Reviewers


"Industry Reviews of Songs"

Little Scientist - "Great song - strong melodic hook in chorus. Great lyrics & phrasing - keeps interest throughout. Keep em comin!"

Halifax - "Great song. Love song & protest in the one song. Great feel, rhythm and dynamic"

Bookends of Winter - "This is a really great song. Real pretty and flows so naturally" - West Australian Music Industry Association


"Industry Reviews of Songs"

Little Scientist - "Great song - strong melodic hook in chorus. Great lyrics & phrasing - keeps interest throughout. Keep em comin!"

Halifax - "Great song. Love song & protest in the one song. Great feel, rhythm and dynamic"

Bookends of Winter - "This is a really great song. Real pretty and flows so naturally" - West Australian Music Industry Association


Discography

Little Scientist EP (2006) - 6 tracks
Airplay on at least 24 radio stations around Australia.
Some tracks are available on the Triple J Unearthed website and on Myspace

Third Draft (2003) - 15 tracks

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Wanted in all states and territories for honest song writing, Dave Robertson tells philosophical stories through driving indie-folk-pop songs. His beautifully unaffected voice and mercifully unschooled guitar playing appeal to young and old. Thoughtful lyrics combine personal and political musings, witty word play, everyday frankness and just enough passing detail to draw listeners into the subject of the song. Influences include Ryan (not Bryan) Adams, Ani Difranco, Dar Williams, Damien Rice and Bright Eyes.

Dave’s Little Scientist EP has received radio airplay on at least 24 stations around Australia including Triple J, the national youth broadcaster. The track “Other Body Parts” was recently selected by Foghorn Records for Sounds Like Cafe. The compilation CD series goes out to over 1200 cafes around Australia and has previously featured Paul Kelly and Sarah Blasko. The song debuted at #9 on the Sounds Like Cafe charts just behind fellow Sandgroper Abbe May. DJ Nana Mex, founder of Downunda Thunda Radio, describes it as “one of my top 20 all time fav tracks. Play it at least once a week on air”. “Lost and Found” can be found on Blue Tongue Records Rocky Blues Volume 3 compilation CD. The EP was Nexus Car Share’s feature CD in July 2007. You can read reviews of Dave’s songs on Triple J Unearthed.

Dave’s live performances have covered three continents and a plethora of bars, cafes, radio studios, folk clubs, house concerts, festivals and more. Gig highlights include:

* Performing the political “Rogue State” to thousands at the Walk Against Warming
* Being accompanied by Marie O'Dwyer at the Nannup and Fairbridge festivals
* The acoustics of singing in the Fairbridge chapel at the Earthdance Festival
* Kicking off Fremantle Festival’s “Weave” event on federal election night (what a party!)
* Supporting The Basics (featuring Gotye) at Lewisham Tavern in Tasmania
* Supporting sultry Canadian Carolyna Loveless at a ranch near the US border
* Jamming with Kristina Olsen at the Nanga Music Festival
* Playing West Coast Blues and Roots Fringe Festival
* Being nominated a finalist in the Swan Hotel’s Step Up Live song writing competition

He’s come a long way from learning the Star Wars theme on clarinet at school. Violent Femmes, The Cure, REM, Radiohead and Billy Bragg inspired Dave to pick up the guitar. Backpacking in Europe he discovered he had a knack for entertaining and started performing at open mic nights in Edinburgh. In 2003 Dave released 15 of his songs on the home-recorded “Third Draft” CD, with which he toured to Canada. Moving to the musical port city of Fremantle he teamed up with experienced producers Pete Grandison and Peter Anthony to record the six track “Little Scientist EP” at Shanghai Twang studios. Backing vocals from Tessa Lee, slide guitar from Craig Sinclair and percussion from Simon Miskin and Pete Smith were a fitting addition. The CD was launched at Kidogo Arthouse in 2006, with Fresh Blast sponsorship from RTR radio and the WA government’s Healthway program. Following its great reception and several mini tours to the east coast, a full length studio album of new material is being recorded this winter.