Dave Mason
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Dave Mason–2022 World In Changes Tour
Dave Mason left Traffic in 1969 to pursue a solo career in the U.S. Dave has penned over 100 songs, has3 gold albums: Alone Together, Dave Mason, Mariposa De Oro, and platinum album Let It Flow, which contained the top-ten single “We Just Disagree”.
In addition to cranking out hits, Dave has performed on, or contributed to, a number of famous albums, including: The Rolling Stones’ Beggars Banquet, George Harrison’s All Things Must Pass, Paul McCartney and Wings ‘Venus and Mars, and Jimi Hendrix’s Electric Ladyland. Mason is featured playing acoustic guitar in “All Along the Watchtower” on Electric Ladyland, a favorite in Dave’s live shows!
Dave, a prolific artist in his own right, has collaborated with an enviable list of the who’s who in the music industry ... Jimi Hendrix, George Harrison, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Graham Nash, Stephen Stills, Rita Coolidge, Delaney & Bonnie, Leon Russell, Ron Wood, Steve Winwood, Eric Clapton, and Jim Capaldi, just to name a few.
THE BAND:
Dave Mason: Guitars & Vocals
Alvino Bennett: Drums & Percussion
Ray Cardwell: Bass & Vocals
Billy Mason: Keyboards & Vocals
Johnne Sambataro: Guitars & Vocals
Dave Mason is ‘Alone Together Again’ in New Tour
Reworking the 1970 classic album ‘Alone Together,’ Dave Mason collaborates with special guests on tour
LOS ANGELES, CA– Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason will revisit his classic 1970 masterpiece Alone Together on his new ‘Alone Together Again’ US tour. As one of America’s most beloved classic rock albums, Alone Together – Mason’s debut solo album – is represented on eight timeless tracks that are as satisfying and inspiring now as they were when they were released 46 years ago. Kicking off November 3 at The Academy of Music in Northampton, MA, the limited fall run is currently scheduled to travel to ten cities along the east coast, ending November 19 at Sandler Center for the Performing Arts in Virginia Beach, VA.
Along with his band members Johnne Sambataro, Alvino Bennett and Tony Patler.
The ‘Alone Together Again’ show will include fan favorites like “All Along the Watchtower” and “Feelin’ Alright,” in addition to the album’s classic songs. Photos and firsthand autobiographical commentary will complement the guest experience, making this series of performances by a living classic rock legend of one of rock n roll history’s most significant albums a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Best known for his soulful voice and unsurpassed guitar playing, Dave Mason was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a founding member of the group Traffic, and continues performing as a solo artist with sold-out shows all over the world. His career spans several important rock eras, and encompasses his work as a producer, performer, songwriter, and consummate guitarist. A quintessential rock star, Mason has collaborated with numerous members of music elite, including Jimi Hendrix, George Harrison, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Eric Clapton, and many more.
From the time he could talk, Beckett was singing. As a toddler, he fell in love with the sound of Elvis Presley’s voice. He begged his mom to play Elvis’s records every day, which she did, along with the Beatles, Van Morrison, Mark Knopfler, Sam Cooke, The Animals and many others. Beckett quickly became a sponge, fascinated with every decade, every chord, every song. It was obvious to his family and friends that this kid lived and breathed music.
Growing up in the small California town of Ojai, where being weird and different is embraced, he jumped at every opportunity to sing in front of people. Talent shows, wine bars, open mic nights. He even sang at the famous Libbey Bowl alongside Eric Burdon of the Animals and Dave Mason of Traffic fame. He took the stage at eight years old.
At the age of 14 he picked up the guitar and quickly started writing his own songs. In 2019, he recorded 17 original songs which quickly circulated around the tight knit community of Ojai. His little brother, Finn, dropped off a cd at one of their neighbors house, which happened to be Pierre Bouvier (lead singer of the band Simple Plan). It only took one listen for him to recognize the talent and unique quality of Beckett’s voice.
The two paired up in September of 2020, in the middle of a global pandemic, and created “Weirdo”. An 8 song EP that encompasses Beckett’s unique vocals and Pierre’s catchy hooks, which create a sound that will keep listeners wanting to hit the “repeat” button over and over again.
Inspired by a plethora of artists - from Big Mama Thorton to Billie Eilish - from Elvis to Billie Joe Armstrong, Beckett’s melodies sear the senses and his lyrics are simple yet poignant. They won’t let up or leave the memory any time soon.