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385 - Dez Davis: Drumming for Hunter Hayes & Mickey Guyton, Promoting His Brand “BlackDrumHippie”, Using Faith as a Guide
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385 - Dez Davis: Drumming for Hunter Hayes & Mickey Guyton, Promoting His Brand “BlackDrumHippie”, Using Faith as a Guide
FromWorking Drummer
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Length:
81 minutes
Released:
Sep 8, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Desmond Davis the “BlackDrumHippie”, is a Dove Award, Stellar Award & Ascap Rhythm & Soul Award winning, Grammy nominated musician, producer and writer hailing from the west side of Chicago where he honed his skills in the Baptist church playing gospel music however; he is well-rounded with the ability to play various genres including but not limited to; rock, pop, country, hip-hop, jazz, R&B, reggae, funk, and blues .
The BlackDrumHippie’s talent and tenacity has afforded him various endorsements and the opportunity to play a variety of tours, festivals, tv appearances and concert venues.
With growing notoriety, Desmond has played for decorated artists such as: Donald Lawrence, Johnathan McReynolds, Sir the Baptist, Todd Dulaney, Byron Cage, Bri Babrieaux, Hunter Hayes, Mickey Guyton & many more.
Desmond’s hard work and forward thinking has allowed BlackDrumHippie to transcend music as it has grown into a brand that provides customizable Levi denim jackets, t-shirts and other merchandise.
In this episode, Dez talks about:
Moving to Nashville in 2019 with a gig with Hunter Hayes
Affordable home studio options for outboard gear
Growing up and performing in many churches in the west side of Chicago
Trusting in his faith to be a guide
His experience with songwriting yet staying focused on live performance and sessions
Promoting his brand
The BlackDrumHippie’s talent and tenacity has afforded him various endorsements and the opportunity to play a variety of tours, festivals, tv appearances and concert venues.
With growing notoriety, Desmond has played for decorated artists such as: Donald Lawrence, Johnathan McReynolds, Sir the Baptist, Todd Dulaney, Byron Cage, Bri Babrieaux, Hunter Hayes, Mickey Guyton & many more.
Desmond’s hard work and forward thinking has allowed BlackDrumHippie to transcend music as it has grown into a brand that provides customizable Levi denim jackets, t-shirts and other merchandise.
In this episode, Dez talks about:
Moving to Nashville in 2019 with a gig with Hunter Hayes
Affordable home studio options for outboard gear
Growing up and performing in many churches in the west side of Chicago
Trusting in his faith to be a guide
His experience with songwriting yet staying focused on live performance and sessions
Promoting his brand
Released:
Sep 8, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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