Dave Goddess Group

Rank #270 New York, NY Rock / Classic Rock

About

Members: Dave Goddess - Lead Vocals, Guitar.. Mark Buschi-Bass, Vocals.. Tom Brobst-Keyboards-Saxaphone.. Tom Bazylak-Drums, vocals)

Sounds Like: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Elvis Costello, Dire Straits, Bruce Springsteen, Ian Hunter

Label: Independent

Bio: Daring, Personal & Rare or just Call it “The Real Thing”. The Dave Goddess Group drives the lonely and twisted road to rock n’ roll salvation, shifting gears between truth-telling ballads and pressure-cooked screamers with regard for neither fad nor fashion, trend or taste.

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Status

New recording are coming along nicely. Vocal tracks are almost finished. www.davegoddessgroup.com Check out the "Lucky Guy" on YouTube

Press

“The Dave Goddess Group brings life back to a dying genre with their album ‘Something New’! The Dave Goddess Group is a four piece act consisting of Dave Goddess on the vocals as well as the guitar . All in all , this album is your quintessential classic rock record . As long as bands like Dave Goddess Group are existing , classic rock is far from being dead . Go get it folks, Its indeed "Something New" !”

— BEARockR

“All things “retro” now seem to be in vogue, and most of them are pretty cheesy knockoffs of what used to be great or cool. That is definitely not the case with the debut album from the Dave Goddess Group. Something New actually is something new, yet will be immediately familiar to old-school classic rock fans. Definitely a tribute to, and not a rip-off of the old masters, Dave Goddess and his band make some fine old-style rock and deliver it with modern flair. Any fan of Tom Petty, The Rolling Stones or even ZZ Top will find something on this album that they can latch on to. DGG’s music is elemental in its simplicity – rock stripped down to its core and performed with passion and enthusiasm. Filled with touches of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, DGG blends in a few modern flourishes and delivers a dozen solid tracks that will appeal to just about anyone. If you like any of the old-school rock singer-storytellers, you definitely will enjoy the Dave Goddess Group. Someth”

— Joe Mis, Hardrock Haven

“Our modern day rock and roll saint, Dave Goddess exerts the rebellious spirit of Jeff Dahl and the rock prose of Bryan Adams, combined. All you zombies, put down that Hooters album and pick up Something New because Goddess has a backing band that is incredibly organic and tight. It does not hurt that they brought in Ed Stasium (Ramones, Talking Heads, Smithereens) to make the album sound as good as it possibly can. From the powerful title track opener and the rocker “Call of the Wild,” these sounds are easy to listen to. Dave Goddess’ rugged voice adds charm to what could be an easily glossed over production. If you want Chicago, go listen to Chicago. If you want U2, go listen to U2. If you want something vivid and rock and roll eccentric with powerful instrumentation, then listen to Something New.”

— Andrew Duncan, Zap Town

“Dave Goddess Group Something New is major league all the way. Mixed and mastered by Ed Stasium, well-known for his work with the likes of the Ramones and the Smithereens, the music packs undeniable punch and clarity. Amid the drive and the clarion uplift, Goddess has poured his heart and soul into the best songs of his life, songs that resonate deeply beyond their passion and energy. These are tunes written by someone who has been around and learned some lessons. When he declares on "I Can Dream" that "it's better late than never," it's hard not to think he's talking about his continuing need to rock. Great to see he's still rocking.”

— Nick Cristiano, Philadelphia Enquirer

“Rok Our Radio with Lady Spitfire ”

— Lucia Maria Piccolino-Peregrim., Rok Out Radio

“81X Rocks Jam Room Lounge - Show #0007 ~ September 6, 2012 Show featured Dave Goddess Group (NYC, NY) THANK YOU ~~ Russ Rojas from 81X Rocks out of Arlington, TX!!”

— Russ Rojas, 81X Rocks Jam Room Lounge

“Dave Goddess Group @ Macungie Memorial Park 8/4/2012 While wondering about the Das Awscht Fescht I got to listen to some cool bands throughout the day. The Dave Goddess Group played that Saturday afternoon. I might add they ROCKED! I took some informal pix of the band during their first set.”

— Mike , The Old Hippie's Photo Journey

“We caught the Dave Goddess Group for the first time in a year and we were again impressed !!”

— John Moser, Morning Call - Lehigh Valley Music Blog

“Musikfest sets most free acts ever, new stages, and has a new poster free for you Musikfest, Bethlehem’s massive 10-day August music festival, has announced its first wave of free acts this year.”

— John Moser, Morning Call

“January 26 interview with 91.3 WLVR' AJ FRITZ”

— AJ Fritz, You Tube

“Dave Goddess Group Back in the late '70s and early '80s, Dave Goddess led what was arguably the best and most popular rock group in the Lehigh Valley, the Daddy Licks Band. (Yes, we were there.) Now, all these years later, Goddess is back with a new band (sax and keyboard man Tom Brobst is the lone holdover) and an absolutely terrific new album”

— Nick Cristiano, Philadelphia Enquirer

“DAVE GODDESS GROUP tap producer STASIUM with classic results on ‘Something New’”

— wobblehouse1, WOBBLEHOUSE

— Andrew Duncan , Zap Town - July 15

“Pocono Raceway Festival to offer Blue Oyster Cult on Saturday ”

— John Moser, Lehigh Valley Music Blog-Morning Call

“Band gets in its Licks, helps Valley crowd recapture younger days at Mayfair ”

— John J. Moser, Lehigh valley Music Blog

“Classic rock is a dying genre in today’s music scenario. Bands playing alternative rock / metal , grunge and hard rock are present by more than a dozen everywhere . Be it radio , television or the internet …they’re everywhere . ”

— bearockr , bearockr - April 29, 2011

“Dave Goddess Group CD Release Show”

— Dave Goddess Group, Kulone

“Dave Goddess reunites Daddy Licks members "It's a fantasy everyone has, being a rock star," says Dave Goddess. Goddess did it in the Lehigh Valley, and almost made it nationally. He is ready to try again, with a new band and a CD he calls "the best work of my life." ”

— Dave Howell, Morning Call Newspaper

“The Dave Goddess Group's release, Something New, is an anomaly on today's music landscape; a classic sounding, mainstream rock record with no gimmicks, airs or apologies.”

— Dave Goddess Group, Jam Base

“ From the powerful title track opener and the rocker “Call of the Wild,” these sounds are easy to listen to. If you want something vivid and rock and roll eccentric with powerful instrumentation, then listen to Something New.”

— Andrew Duncan, Zap Town

“Dave Goddess Group lands on the cover of the Lehigh Valley Weekly - Apr 27, 2011”

— Sheri Bayne, Valley Beat Magazine

“On one hand, there’s Lady Gaga and Kanye West, artists who seem to treat nearly every thought and action as important pieces of information that must be shared immediately through all forms of media. And then there’s Dave Goddess, who is very selective when it comes to revealing details about himself.”

— Chris M. Junior, Medleyville

— Joe Mis, Hard Rock Haven

“AJ Fritz 91.3 Interview on April 21, 2011 to be posted soon”

— Fritz Rocks WLVR 91.3

“The Dave Goddess Group’s release, Something New, is an anomaly on today’s music landscape; a classic sounding, mainstream rock record with no gimmicks, airs or apologies. Mixed by Ed Stasium (Ramones, Talking Heads, Smithereens), Something New is a refreshingly tight, old school rock foray that captures Dave Goddess’s knack for memorable hooks, thick guitars, and rough-hewn lead vocals reminiscent of Ian Hunter and, at times, Peter Gabriel. Of the legendary Stasium’s involvement, Goddess explains,”

— Dave Ashdown, Sound Cloud April 1, 2011

“Dave Goddess Group Tour Dates posted on Pollstar”

— Tour Dates, Pollstar

“Sometimes the best rock comes from the heart of the city with an old soul, Dave Goddess Group is no exception. Please enjoy this rather compelling clip of old school NY rocker Dave Goddess talking briefly about the fight for relevance (against agesim) and the longing to create 'Something New'. ”

— Posted by Toby, Rock-Till-You-Drop

“Rock Otaku has published the HardRock Haven review ”

— Rock Otaku, Rock Otaku www.RockOtaku.com

“Dave Goddess Group deal old school 'satisfaction' 1.0 As an artist, what’s important to you? Love, truth, soul. ”

— Dave Ashdown , No Depression Roots Music Authority

“Dave Goddess Group showcased on Philadelphia' WMMR 93.3 Local Shot' w/ JAXON”

— JAXON - WMMR' Local Shot'

“ What an awesome night of music! The Dave Goddess Group was in top form and gave a debut performance that will be talked about by fans for years! Dave Goddess on vocals, Pete Cline on guitar, Mark Buschi on bass, Tom Brobst on keys & sax and Tom Baztylak on skins, took the crowd to another level from the start of the show opening with the title track of their new CD “Something New”. ”

— Michael McKenna, Valley Beat Magazine - Pa Music Scene

“Top 5 Concerts of the Week ”

— John Moser, Lehigh Valley Music Blog - Morning Call

“Very impressive body of work. Beautiful blend of sassy rockers like "Lucky Guy" to soothing ballads like "Love Over Blue". Everything is in here - there's not a bad song on the CD. Classic rock & roll feel throughout, that takes you rocking with saxophones & guitars blaring and then violins and flutes caring. Thought provoking intelligent lyrics remind us of our own life and love experiences. Tremendous writing talent - "easy to say, harder to do". Dave's got "the Bees and the not to Bees". A great listen for every music lover to savor. This is a huge winner for anyone who loves rock & roll. ”

— Michele Liro , ITUNES

“Something New is rock'n'roll with heart, soul and intelligence. Wonderful songs, performances and production are coupled with an excellent mix by Ed Stasium (Talking Heads, Ramones, etc...). The result is "something I can get jacked up about". ”

— Fred Newhard, CD BABY

“How did Ed Stasium’s (Ramones - Talking Heads - The Smithereens)involvement with the project come about? Ed had worked on a project for a friend of mine and he introduced us. ”

— Wobblehouse

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2012
Oct 6

West End Oktoberfest
Allentown, PA, US | 12:00pm
West End Oktoberfest
Allentown, PA, US
Sat Oct 06, 2012 12:00pm
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More Details TBA 12 -10pm West End Theater District ... Cherry Bombs - Classic Rock 8:45pm Leroy Justice - 7:15 Dave Goddess Group - Rock - 5pm Stage
2012
Sep 23

Googie's Lounge At The …
New York, NY, US | 8:00pm
Googie's Lounge At The Liv...
New York, NY, US
Sun Sep 23, 2012 8:00pm
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Dave Goddess Group returns to the Living Room in New York City on Sunday Sept 23 8pm stage
2012
Sep 8

Main Gate
Allentown, PA, US | 1:00pm
Main Gate
Allentown, PA, US
Sat Sep 08, 2012 1:00pm
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Matt Metal "WE ROCK FOR AUTISM" Cherry Bombs More Info Coming Soon !
2012
Sep 6

90.3 WXLV interview w/ …
Schnecksville, PA, US | 3:00pm
90.3 WXLV interview w/ C...
Schnecksville, PA, US
Thu Sep 06, 2012 3:00pm
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Dave Goddess to be interviewed at 3pm sharp by WXLV 90.3 Program Director Chris Andrew in Thursday Sept 6th at 3pm sharp http://www.wxlvradio.com/station/
2012
Sep 5

Lehigh Valley Press
Allentown, PA, US | 12:00pm
Lehigh Valley Press
Allentown, PA, US
Wed Sep 05, 2012 12:00pm
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Dave Goddess completed an interview w/ Deb Boylan that is set to appear NEXT Thursday August Sept 5 in all editions of the Lehigh Valley Press good chance it will appear in the cover of the FOCUS section .... LVP distribution area include' ..... East Penn aka Emmaus, Parkland, Whitehall-Coplay, Catasauqua, Northampton and Bethlehem.. This feature story will coincide with upcoming WE ROCK FOR BREAST CANCER BENEFIT on Saturday September 8th at the Maingate Nightclub in Allentown Pennsylvania performers include Cherry Bombs - Psych - Nuff Sedd - Social Call - Endzone - Dave Goddess Group

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Anchorage Alaska
Enjoyed listening to your superb music!
FAUST
Thanks for the support! Aleister / FAUST www.deathmetal.it
Theode Scott Band
Stopped by and it really made my night...keep going...great soul music sssooo nice
Ghosts of Dixie
Great sounding music, really made my day :) Wishing you full success in your wildest endeavors, cuz where would this world be without dreamers like us!?!
pinksideofthemoon
"lucky guy" great sax solo, unique vocals and all around rocking band
inleni
Cool!