The Jazz Bar - Edinburgh August 2007

This gig was so full of joy, and the last time I took phatos of John & David doing a gig together. Although he is sitting at the corner piano, David is great to photograph – one moment passionately engrossed, then full of joy, and then intense or pensive. The Jazz Bar gigs were full of every emotion – from heartache to joy, loss and comfort and that mystic musical connection. David and John have a unique musical rapport.

Great venue for taking pics at too. Happy days.

JOHN & DAVID STARTED THE MARTIANS TOGETHER IN 2001.

JAZZ BAR EDINBURGH REVIEW (23,24,25th Aug 2007)

'Honest Passions' Fans were buzzing after David’s sold out gigs at the festival. The audience was of every age range and responded enthusiastically.

Some fans had travelled many miles to hear David perform.

He writes songs with sincere quality. David not only has something new to say, but a distinctive sound and voice - with strong dynamic piano playing and clear emotionally passionate vocals and melodies that reach into your heart. His lyrics are deeply touching.

Five years ago David was busking on the High Street with John Kielty and the Martians. John’s musical the Sundowe is to be produced by world famous Cameron Mackintosh in November 2007. David has his new sensational White Noise EP and enjoys success as a songwriter in London. In a hint of drama David joined the Martians for 2 songs before his Saturday gig on the High Street, in black white trimmed sunglasses.

 

The Jazz Bar gigs were full of every emotion – from heartache to joy, loss and comfort and that mystic musical connection. David has reached a place where he seems grounded and to have a sense of clear direction with his music. He was destined to be a songwriter and to play intimate venue gigs. People were crammed at the Bar and sitting at the side tables. Not only did his set fly by, but we were left wanting more. John Kielty backed with perfect harmonies and guitar, adding this own energy and charisma. Chris Townsend provided an excellent support slot. He writes memorable songs and shows loads of potential.

Although he is sitting at the corner piano, David is great to photograph – one moment passionately engrossed, then full of joy, and then intense or pensive. Songs included One Old Soul (joy of love) Wish You Well (tender vocals), Time (perfect harmonies) Lady Lullaby (beautifully passionate) Insomnia (deeply moving) and a great cover of Rocket Man.

Fans adored hearing David’s hit "Stop Living The Lie" after so mnay years! and sang along.

David looked very happy playing to a Scottish crowd, and surely an indication that he should come play up here more often!

Thursday gig the rehearsal, Friday the main event and Saturday the encore!

Unforgettable memory. Pauline Keightley

PS I wondered during the Saturday gig when I might hear David and John perform together again...

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