DW Savage + Musician in Shreveport, LA

SEEKING

ABOUT

David Wolfgang (DW) Savage: A rare native of San Diego California who at an early age realized his first passion and priority was in performing MUSIC not surfing! DW had the good fortune to study drums and percussion with one of America’s best – “The Tonight Shows” own drummer Ed Shaughnessy who has unfortunately recently passed away. Weaned on Motown, R&B and “The British Invasion”, DW’s musical career evolved quickly…. It’s no wonder DW soon became sought after on the local scene as one of San Diego’s best-respected musician. Not only is DW a well versed drummer in virtually all styles of music, he is also a multitalented Keyboard and Bass Player….oh yea, did I mention DW has been graced with possessing a wide vocal range too! Among his early credits, DW had the great opportunity at the tender age of 15, (during summer break) to tour with “The Intruders” whose big hit (Cowboys to Girls) topped the charts. DW has also appeared with a multitude of top recording artists including opening for Led Zeppelin & Jethro Tull at age 16; Kenny Rogers & the 1st Edition, Tommy James & the Shondells and was a regular on Paul Revere & the Raiders’ “The Happening Show” in Hollywood. More recently, as drummer for San Diego’s popular group…”The Roosters”, DW opened for Dobie Grey, Stephen Stills, Gary Puckett and most notably, “Elvin Bishop” who DW met while touring with his own group “Something Special”. DW’s true gratification comes mostly from writing and recording original material. Incidentally DW wrote on the piano, the song “Spend Your Life” which was local hit reaching # 9 on the charts. A drummer with animated charismatic charm and highly enthusiastic energy, DW’s stage presence is readily apparent.

Screen name:

DW Savage

Member since:

Mar 07 2014

Active over 1 month ago

Level of commitment:

Touring

Years playing music:

30

Gigs played:

Over 100

Tend to practice:

2-3 times per week

Available to gig:

6-7 nights a week

Most available:

Days

Influences

DRUMS:
• Gene Krupa
• Dave Weckl
• Louie Bellson
• Mitch Mitchell
• Carmine Appice
• Ginger Baker,
• Clive Bunker
• Alfonzo Meson
• John Bonham
• Billy Cobham,
Keyboards:
• Nicky Hopkins
• Tony Kaye
• Rod Argent
• Billy Joel
• Steve Winwood
• Felix Cavaliere
• Jimmy Smith
• Lionel Ritchie
BASS:
• Bob Babbitt
• John Paul Jones
• John Entwistle
• Tim Bogert
• Chi Cheng

Instrument experience:

Vocalist:

Expert

Vocalist - Tenor:

Expert

Drums:

Expert

Other Percussion:

Expert

Background Singer:

Expert

Bass Guitar:

Advanced

Keyboard:

Advanced

Piano:

Advanced

Other:

Advanced

EQUIPMENT

DRUMS: 18 pc. Cherry wood finish Premier (Top of the line) Signia Drum Set w/ Premier‘s new top-grade hardware, Paiste Signature Cymbals, Axis double-bass drum pedal & Roland AT-5 Acoustic Trigger System.

KEYBOARDS: Yamaha P150 Digital high-performance keyboard w/88 weighted – action keys including excellent voicing selections, Hammond Mini B3 Model Midi Organ powered by 2 Roland KC-500 stereo keyboard amps on Quik Loc Systems 2-tier adjustable heavy duty stand.

BASS GUITAR: Music Man White SR HH Bass Guitar (5-String).

MICROPHONES: Shure Wireless System Model THS-CV w/WH10 Headset and Shure SM58 Vocal mikes.

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