Bio

David Courtenay is from the Central Coast of California. He has been playing his unique blend of rock, folk and reggae all over the state for the last seven years. He recently released his debut solo album, Eloquent Cool, and is kicking off a series of CD release shows in the Southern California area. A collection of introspective, catchy songs with its roots in the vintage rock of the 60's and 70's, this new album is an innovative twist on a classic era of music. David began playing his unique blend of rock, folk, and reggae while majoring in Theatre at UC Santa Barbara. As a trained and experienced stage actor, he naturally connected to his audiences with a strong and charismatic presence. After graduating from UCSB, he passed on a full scholarship for an M.F.A. at the prestigious National Theatre Conservatory and instead headed to Los Angeles to pursue his love of music. He quickly put together a band and played in clubs, restaurants, and lounges all over Southern California for over three years. Soon after releasing his debut album in the summer of 2007, David decided it was time to hit the road and try out an entirely new city. He headed on an eastward adventure to Chicago, a city whose rich culture of performance fits him perfectly. There, he has assembled a new original group called Modern Conversation. He also is playing the role of John Lennon in a Beatles tribute band called BritBeat, which plays festivals all over the Midwest and East Coast.
With his deep, powerful voice, keen piano playing, and solid rhythm on the guitar, David is a performer with variety and stamina. Each one of his shows is different, with a unique set of his many original tunes mixed with fascinating re-workings of his favorite artists' songs. Taking his music to the next level, David has been shopping his music to film and television production companies. The title track to his debut album, Eloquent Cool, will be heard in the upcoming feature film Dark Honeymoon (starring Daryl Hannah, Tia Carrere, and Roy Scheider). With his increasing exposure and growing audience, you can expect to see David touring across the country in the very near future.
-M. Cosco