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Dave Arden is a songman who belongs to the Gunditjmara clan in Western District Victoria and the Googatha people of South Australia. A prolific and accomplished musician who has played for more than two decades alongside many of Australia's music greats including Archie Roach, Kutcha Edwards, Shane Howard of Goanna, Crowed House, Hunters and Collectors and Wedding Parties Anything.Songman, composer & guitarist. Dave Arden has been the 'on call' man working with and supporting many of the greatest Australian & Indigenous artists both at home & internationally for over 25 yrs. Dave's passion for music & in particular Indigenous music, creativity & leadership has taken a front seat for the most part in his lengthy & highly sought after talent during that time having been shared by many other highest calibre artists across Australia & the world.David’s international cultural exchange tours to West Belfast and the UK in 1996/1997 plus a cultural exchange to Fiji in 1996 enhanced his perception of other cultures and continues to nourish his need for keeping his own culture strong. A highlight of the first Koori-Celtic tour was David and Wayne Thorpe performing on stage with Shane McGowan and The Pogues to an audience of over ten thousand..Dave's personal creative endeavours have more recently come to the fore since 2007 releasing his first album ‘Kookatha/Gunditjmara Clan’ produced with Shane Howard of Goanna fame. In 2007 David released his debut solo album Kookatha/Gunditjmara Clan, an exploration of identity. As a respected songwriter, musician and producer, David is not afraid to confront the issues facing his people and the world beyond. His songs are gentle, singing of the simple beauty of family life, and yet vibrant, always treated with a musical freshness that sets the feet tapping and the heart soaring.David sings from the heart, with an incredible vocal range and a beautiful musicality.Over the past 12 months Dave has been creating his latest album "I Remember" which is due for release in 2012. Dave’s last album ‘Kookatha/Gunditjmara Clan’ was launched at the Port Fairy Folk Festival in March 2008. & can be purchased via this website.
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Dave Arden has worked alongside and supported many other artists both in Australian & overseas, the pics below are of a few of his performances. Dave is highly sought after for his brilliant musical direction, incredibly talented vocal & musical ability.
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Peter Ivosevic
Pete Beulke Bass
Harry on sax
Aubrey Maher
Tom on Keyboards
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Here you will find our core band members, each accomplished & highly respected musicians.A line up of brilliant musicians.The size of the band varies at pubs and smaller gigs from 5 up to 8 for fesitvals etc.Dave Arden-Accoustic GuitarAubrey Maher - Lead Electric Guitar & UkelelePeter Ivosevic - DrumsTommy-KeyboardPeter Beulke- BassParis Gadsden-TromboneHarry - Saxaphone/FlutePepe- Violin / Mandolin
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Welcome to our 'Fan Contribution' page.This is where 'you' our fans, get to really play a very important part in our journey together. You get to choose your level of participation and contribution. One lucky donor at the end of recording our latest album will be chosen to have dinner with Dave or three hours in studio rehearsals. Receive two free tickets to any gig ,a personally signed cd. & be named on the latest album as a Producer.This is a unique opportunity for you to be an active partner in the journey from currently creating and producing the latest album, to supporting the tours, upcoming 2012 Showcase Tours both in Australian & Overseas to being a contributing partner with some fantastic packages offered for your contribution on this journey.YOU get to play a real and active role and depending on what and how YOU choose to do so giving you a varying degree of participation and level of support. with some fantastic rewards in return for your support.You know, we love having our fans and supporters involved in our lives, reality states that we cant fit 500 people into the recording studio, nor the same people to each of our shows and gigs, but we 'can' and 'want' to offer our valued fans and supporters an incredible opportunity to ride along with us.You can do much more than just financially supporting us, depending on how involved you want to get.We can't make music without our fans, you are the reason we do what we do!You can choose to make an 'offering' with no strings or obligation attached, a once off or as often as you can financially support us. Or you can choose a 'collaborators' package from the packages set out below which depending on your contribution offers you everything from free tickets to gigs, backstage passes or to your name being on our cd's as a collaborator or even a co producer. Really the choices are all yours! We just want to give you, our fans & supporters the chance to get involved in something fantastic!So, hit the Fan Contribution Donate button on this page once you have decided what level you want to participate at & get involved and be a real tangeble part of the journey. You dont need a paypal account to contribute & be a part of the process! No matter the size of your contribution /donation, your details remain kept private & no information is shared with any third party.Once your contribution is processed, you will be automatically contacted via email so that we can list your contribution & confirm details of your collaboration with us.Below are the differing levels of contribution and its as simple as picking the level that suits you. Level 1 Contribute over $5500.00 You will be named on the upcoming "I Remember" Cd as a Co Producer. Receive two tickets to any show/gig of your choice. Receive a backstage pass to meet Dave Arden in person & a personally signed photo or item of your choice.Level 2 Contribute $5000.00 You will be named on the new album "I Remember" as a Collaborator. Receive a backstage exclusive pass for you and a friend to any show/gig/tour performance. Your name will be added to our 'Major Sponsor' page on this website. Receive a personally autographed cd by Dave Arden and members of the band. You will receive an autographed photo of Dave & the band.Level 3 Contribute between $3500.00 & $5000.00 You will be named on the "I Remember" cd as a collaborator . Receive two tickets to any show/gig of your choice. Receive a personally signed autograph/photo or item of your choice by Dave Arden.Level 4 Contribute between $2000.00 to $3500.00 You will be named on the "I Remember" cd as a collaborator. Receive a personally signed autograph/photo/item of your choice by Dave Arden.Level 5 Contribute between $1000.00 &$2000.00 Your choice of being named on the "I Remember" cd as a collaborator or four tickets to any gig/show of your choice.Level 6 Contribute between $500.00 & $999.00 You will receive a personally signed copy & pre released cd of "I Remember " album, be listed on our website as a collaborative financial supporter.Level 7 Contribute between $250.00 & $500.00 to receive a 'pre release personally signed copy of the "I Remember" cd. & be listed on our exclusive Fan Contributor page on the website.Level 8 Contribute any between $150.00 & $250.00 to be personally listed as one of our collaborative financial supporters on our exclusive Fan Contributor Page on the website.All other contributions are offered the opportunity to be listed on our exclusive Fan Contributor Page here on the website. If you choose not to be listed on the website please make sure that you request your donation to be anonymous.Thank you to all our fans in advance and we look forward to travelling along this road with each and every one of you.Love Dave ArdenxxNB: Please note that backstage passes and tickets to gigs/shows do NOT include travel or airfares. It is the responsibility of any contributor to provide & pay for their own individual travel/flights/transport to any gig or show.
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Dave Arden & Band are proudly represented & managed by Australian Entertainment. Booking inquiries should be made using the contact form below. Please state booking needs & details or call Australian Entertainment directly on 0467536878
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Listen to Dave Ardens music, as a composer, his ability to transpose his own experiences and strong story telling ability is a powerful gift which is easily conveyed throughout his songs. A passion for his life provides the lyrics and melodieswhich are the unique combination of these experiences and what Dave passes on to those around him who listen to or know his music. You will hear his passion, his musical genius & his natural gift of musical expression which transends all ages, all genres and all keen listeners.Enjoy!
Dave Arden - So Young
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03 Freedom Calls.mp3
05 One Step Forward.mp3
04 Live In Two Worlds.mp3
I See I Hear.mp3
07 Way Way Back Now.mp3
06 Just a Little Act.mp3
01 Kookatha _ Gunditjmara Clan 1.mp3
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Hi be a part of our journey and follow our movements, shows, gigs and touring dates, interact with us on our social media links below.We love your feedback, comments and staying in touch with you.See you on the flip side!Dave & Bandxhttp://www.myspace.com/davidarden1
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This is where you will find out about our upcoming gigs, shows, touring and other news about Dave Arden & Band.GIGSOctober 2011Channel 31 new show Tone Control starting December 2011We did two of our songs from our currently being recorded album "I Remember" . Also Dave Arden interview.Performance, to be aired March 2012November 2011 In studio recording the soon to be released "I Remember" album.December 2011Saturday 10th :The Empress Hotel714 Nicholson stFitzroy NthTable bookings ph: 9489 8605$12.00 entry at the door 4pm -6.30 pmFriday 30th December: The Lomond Hotel225 Nicholson St.corner Blythe StBrunswick Eastfree entrytable bookings pleaseph: 9380 17529pm
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