"It all starts with the songs."  When the dissatisfaction of small-town bands began to set in,  Dave Lionelli stepped up and matured into an artist in his own  right. Dave's unique blend of classic folk lyricism, acoustic soul  groove, and aggressive rock anger draws inspiration from artists  ranging from Bob Dylan to Bob Marley to The Beatles.  Growing up in Connecticut in a house full of music, it was only  natural for Dave to be inspired to write and play. Since his first  acoustic guitar at the age of 9, he has surrounded himself with a  wide range of instruments, forever pushing himself to learn as  many aspects of music as he can. Relocating to San Francisco  in 2000, Dave toured nationally with blues man Grady Champion,  and has been seen around the bay with artists ranging from the  dynamic soul of Shree Dove, to the rock steady-reggae of the  Jethro Jeremiah Band, to the funk drumming innovation of Zigaboo  Modeliste & The New Aahkesstra.  After 16 years playing and sharing the stage with luminaries the  Skatalites, Elvis Costello, Crosby Stills & Nash, Steve Winwood, and  Santana, his 2004 demo, "there's a first time for everything..." has  been turning heads. Dave's music tells the stories of his travels,  spreading a message of peace, love and good laughter. A PLACE FOR PERSONABLE PAGE INTRODUCTIONS OR A VIRGIN CHASM THIRSTY FOR WHORISH SAGACITY All Content © 2005 Dave Lionelli.  All Rights Reserved.