Heaven
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Dave Dill is a musician whose artistic brilliance shines through in each and every song. His musical style is refreshingly melodic and uniquely contemporary sounding while drawing on the influences of artists like The Beatles and Nick Drake. One of the highly notable aspects of his musicianship is that he writes all of his music and performs all of the instruments while also taking on the role of producer and recording engineer.
"Heaven", which is his third solo release, is a stunning and unforgettable album. To describe the album is to somewhat describe a "sound-picture" compilation of incredibly vibrant images and lasting emotion. Each song is a descriptive composition and "snapshot" of a moment in time in which all people share. Musically, the songs are captivating in mood and the mood is both uplifting and tranquil. Lyrically, the songs are poetically vivid and imaginatively stirring.
"Heaven" is an earthy acoustic folk rock album with elements of energetic alternative rock intertwined. His voice ranges in tone from soft to strong quite easily and is noticeably natural and "warm" sounding. The overall feel of "Heaven" is soft, yet powerful. Most of the songs are beautifully composed acoustic rock ballads which feature richly layered harmonies and "crisp" guitar melodies. A few of the songs are catchy rock tunes with strong, melodic drums paired with driving, rhythmic electric guitars.
Without sacrificing the dream like "feel" or transcendental quality of his music, his songs retain honesty in subject matter and overall artistic expression. As a musician, his strengths lie in an intuitive understanding of song writing and what follows is music which is natural sounding without any aspect of a contrived feeling. As an individual, honesty is trait which comes naturally. What follows is music that is at sincere and oftentimes, deeply moving.
Dave Dill's music is remarkable in its ability to sweep up listeners and carry them on an extraordinary musical "ride." Lyrically and melodically, his song writing captures the magical core of the very things in life which are difficult to explain in black and white terms. "Heaven" is an album in which the true "colors" of instrumentation, vocals, and melody combine to deliver a dynamic musical experience.
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Dave Dill transcends musical bliss with his latest CD release.
author: Dave B
Dave Dill transcends musical bliss with his latest CD release. "Heaven" offers ten tracks that vary in mood and atmosphere - each presenting superb vocal talent and exceptional musicianship. To the qualified ear, one will be
able to pick out musical attributes that will both astonish and bring a smile to your face. I've always been a fan of Dave's music, but this release brings a new sense of development. Melody is the foundation of this music
coupled with a universal writing style. Dave lays the groundwork for his ideas and we understand what he is trying to say. There's no need for shock, controversy or strong language here. Those tricks are reserved for the
demitalented. - Dave Burlovich, Indiesoundz.com
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Certainly a recommended release of 2003 and should easily end up in my top ten o
author: Phil Jackson - Zeitgeist - Reflections of the Underground, UK
I totally agree with singer/ musician/ songwriter par excellence Dave Dill that ‘there’s Heaven all around us’ as his plaintive vocal to the title track suggests, a song, incidentally that a ‘new millennium’ Paul McCartney would be proud of. It is remarkable to think that Dave performs everything on this and the nine other tracks on ‘Heaven’. ‘Into You’ has a more eighties ‘new wave’ feel, like a top drawer Graham Parker perhaps with country rock influences in the guitar. Next comes a song that stands out lyrically- ‘Losers’ ‘without whom winners couldn’t be’. ‘Left Behind’ starts with lovely acoustic guitar arpeggios and, vocally, I was reminded very much of the intensity of Jeff Buckley. Dave’s lyrics reveal his deep sense of humanity and on ‘When You’re Beautiful’ he sympathises with the unrealistic expectations of ‘beautiful people’ and includes some neat little synth lines along the way. ‘Why’ sounds uncannily like an acoustic track from a Spock’s Beard album rooted in vocal harmony groups such as Crosby, Stills and Nash of course. Dave’s great concern for the ‘human condition’ is also revealed on ‘Bury the Sun’, a song that George Harrison this time would be proud of. The concluding song ‘Always There’ also has a psychedelic era Beatles undertone and show that Dave Dill has absorbed great song writing influences well. The listener is the beneficiary of this osmotic process as everything sounds so fresh and relevant. The short piano coda reprising ‘Heaven’ is a nice touch. If there was any justice in the world these exquisitely crafted and played songs would be getting the maximum exposure they so richly deserve. Why isn’t BBC radio playing music like this? It is after all the quintessence of good taste and judgement- there is not a word or note out of place- and what real music lovers want to hear, persumably. You owe it to yourself to check this guy out. Certainly a recommended release of 2003 and should easily end up in my top ten of the year. Profuse thanks to Tim Jones and Terri~B for drawing my attention to the immense talent of Dave Dill.
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Acoustic melodies fused with catchy pop hooks and soothing lyrics
author: May Wiseman
Acoustic melodies fused with catchy pop hooks and soothing lyrics are structured in this ten-track disc from David Dill called “Heaven”. The diversity found in folk rhythms such as “Into You”, “Why”, and “Magic” simply describe what existed during the genre’s inception with profound verse with subtle guitar work. While tunes like “Heaven”, “Losers” and my personal favorite “When Your Beautiful” bring about a peaceful setting for popular hooks and rhythms. Dave Dills’ creative nature really shines through in these songs, and injects his listeners with an escape route from a bad day. Good times…
May Wiseman- Music Journalist
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It's what music is for.
author: Brien Jennings/Banjanxed Productions
There are some who claim musical tastes are something necessarily subjective. Not so, good music moves with an honesty and a power that cannot be captured by mere trend following and clever production techniques. To paraphrase a great Romance poem: good music is truth and Heaven speaks it more eloquently than any dozens of mass marketed pretenders.
Dave Dill is a true believer.
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