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David Eastlee / Press

"David Eastlee is a talented Be-Bop Based Guitarist with an appealing tone and consistently creative ideas who always swings. He is expert at building up solos and seems to know a thousand songs. Always worth seeing."

Scott Yanow - All Music Guide

"A sublime swing feel and buoyant guitar tone."

Jazz Improv Magazine

“A fine guitarist in the tradition of such West Coast luminaries as Howard Roberts and Barney Kessel. ”

David Franklin - Jazz Journalist

“Like an awakened giant, the masterful guitarist David Eastlee emerges with animated strength accented by his tasty sound and elastic swing. ”

Dr. Herb Wong - jazz journalist, producer, educator

“David Eastlee is one of the most melodic guitarists I've ever heard but I think his true genius lies in his compositions. They say something. They're fun to play and a joy to hear.”

Phil Mallory - bass player and producer for Page Cavanaugh

“David Eastlee cooks up a lyrical storm with a strong liking for the melodic side of jazz guitar.”

Jim Santella - LA Jazz Scene

“Eastlee nails down each song with a vigor and swagger that will remind you of the elements of great straight-ahead jazz.”

Eddie Becton - All About Jazz

“You get that sweet sound that Gene Ammons used to get. ”

Eugene Wright, - Legendary Jazz Bassist

“David Eastlee is LA's best kept secret.”

Sam Most, - Legendary Jazz Musician

“A very entertaining evening of first rate jazz. This is a very strong group. If this was New York there would be lines around the block!”

Bob Comden - L.A. Jazz Scene Newspaper