David Vandervelde
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David Vandervelde is an indie-pop songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. He is known for his solo work and his studio collaborations with Wilco
's Jay Bennett
.
In 2003, Vandervelde moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan
where he began recording local bands and friends in his basement studio. When Fonic Records heard the demo Vandervelde recorded for indie-pop songstress Brie Stoner, the label signed Brie, pairing Vandervelde with ex-Wilco guitarist Jay Bennett
to produce a debut at Bennett's Pieholden Studio in Chicago. After the album's release in 2004, Vandervelde began living at Piehoden, working with Bennett on solo work and other recording projects.
Living and working at Pieholden, Vandervelde began a writing and recording streak that would provide the bulk of the material on his debut solo record. During this fruitful period, Vandervlede played on the Jay Bennett albums Bigger than Blue and The Magnificent Defeat.
In 2007, Secretly Canadian
Records released the first David Vandervelde solo album, The Moonstation House Band. Culled from the one-man band sessions at Bennett's studio, the album won praise for its winning melodies and dense arrangements. Vandervelde's sound drew comparisons to T-Rex
.
Following its release, Vandervelde relocated to Brooklyn, New York. In 2008, he released his sophomore effort, Waiting for the Sunrise. In April 2008, he established a permanent home in Nashville, Tennessee.
David Vandervlede is a multi instrumentalist/ singer songwriter/ recording engineer/ producer. He plays drums, piano, guitars, bass and various analog synthesizers.
label.
David played Lollapalooza in Chicago in 2007.
He played the FuckYeah Festival in Los Angeles in 2008.
David Vandervelde can be heard most Sundays at Bethel Reformed Church in Abbotsford.
Wilco
Wilco is an American alternative rock band based in Chicago, Illinois. The band was formed in 1994 by the remaining members of alternative country group Uncle Tupelo following singer Jay Farrar's departure. Wilco's lineup has changed frequently, with only singer Jeff Tweedy and bassist John...
's Jay Bennett
Jay Bennett
Jay Walter Bennett was an American guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, engineer, producer, and singer-songwriter, best known for his work with the band Wilco.-Early life and work with Wilco:...
.
In 2003, Vandervelde moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. The city is located on the Grand River about 40 miles east of Lake Michigan. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 188,040. In 2010, the Grand Rapids metropolitan area had a population of 774,160 and a combined statistical area, Grand...
where he began recording local bands and friends in his basement studio. When Fonic Records heard the demo Vandervelde recorded for indie-pop songstress Brie Stoner, the label signed Brie, pairing Vandervelde with ex-Wilco guitarist Jay Bennett
Jay Bennett
Jay Walter Bennett was an American guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, engineer, producer, and singer-songwriter, best known for his work with the band Wilco.-Early life and work with Wilco:...
to produce a debut at Bennett's Pieholden Studio in Chicago. After the album's release in 2004, Vandervelde began living at Piehoden, working with Bennett on solo work and other recording projects.
Living and working at Pieholden, Vandervelde began a writing and recording streak that would provide the bulk of the material on his debut solo record. During this fruitful period, Vandervlede played on the Jay Bennett albums Bigger than Blue and The Magnificent Defeat.
In 2007, Secretly Canadian
Secretly Canadian
Secretly Canadian is an American independent record label based in Bloomington, Indiana. It was started in 1996 by Chris and Ben Swanson, Eric Weddle, and Jonathan Cargill. Their first release was a re-issue of an album by June Panic...
Records released the first David Vandervelde solo album, The Moonstation House Band. Culled from the one-man band sessions at Bennett's studio, the album won praise for its winning melodies and dense arrangements. Vandervelde's sound drew comparisons to T-Rex
T. Rex (band)
T. Rex were a British rock band, formed in 1967 by singer/songwriter and guitarist Marc Bolan. The band formed as Tyrannosaurus Rex, releasing four folk albums under the name...
.
Following its release, Vandervelde relocated to Brooklyn, New York. In 2008, he released his sophomore effort, Waiting for the Sunrise. In April 2008, he established a permanent home in Nashville, Tennessee.
David Vandervlede is a multi instrumentalist/ singer songwriter/ recording engineer/ producer. He plays drums, piano, guitars, bass and various analog synthesizers.
Jacket/Murder in Michigan [EP]
Released only as a 7" record and as a digital download on November 21, 2006, on the Secretly CanadianSecretly Canadian
Secretly Canadian is an American independent record label based in Bloomington, Indiana. It was started in 1996 by Chris and Ben Swanson, Eric Weddle, and Jonathan Cargill. Their first release was a re-issue of an album by June Panic...
label.
Track listing
| Track # | Track Name |
| 01 | "Jacket" |
| 02 | "Murder In Michigan (Acoustic)" |
The Moonstation House Band
David's first full length album, The Moonstation House Band, was released as both a CD and LP on the Secretly Canadian Label in January, 2007. From this, he launched a 6 week tour.Track listing
| Track # | Track Name |
| 01 | "Nothin' No" |
| 02 | "Jacket" |
| 03 | "Feet of a Liar" |
| 04 | "Corduroy Blues" |
| 05 | "Wisdom From a Tree" |
| 06 | "Can't See Your Face No More" |
| 07 | "Murder in Michigan" |
| 08 | "Moonlight Instrumental" |
Waiting for the Sunrise
David's second full length album was released on August 5, 2008. It was released on the Secretly Canadian label.Track listing
| Track # | Track Name |
| 01 | "I Will Be Fine" |
| 02 | "California Breezes" |
| 03 | "Hit the Road" |
| 04 | "Old Turns" |
| 05 | "Someone Like You" |
| 06 | "Knowledge of Evil" |
| 07 | "Cryin' Like the Rain" |
| 08 | "Need for Now" |
| 09 | "Lyin' in Bed" |
| 10 | "Waiting for the Sunrise" |
Touring
David toured the United States from March - April 2007 as a tour release for his first album, The Moonstation House Band, along with Secretly Canadian Performing Artist, Richard Swift.David played Lollapalooza in Chicago in 2007.
He played the FuckYeah Festival in Los Angeles in 2008.
David Vandervelde can be heard most Sundays at Bethel Reformed Church in Abbotsford.