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Dave
Tice
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In
1970 Dave formed the legendary heavy rock band "Buffalo" along with co-founder
Peter Wells of "Rose Tattoo" fame. "Buffalo" went on to record 5 albums,
most of which are now on the must have list for serious collectors worldwide.
In a career spanning some 7 years "Buffalo" headlined their own tours Australia
wide as well as touring with some of the biggest international acts to visit
this country; "Black Sabbath", "Slade", "Status Quo", "Ritchie Blackmore's
Rainbow" to name just a few. Along the way collecting gold records and Aria
nominations and helping to define the style of music now recognized as Australian
pub rock. |
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The
demise of "Buffalo" in 1977 saw Dave heading for London at the invitation
of seminal English R&B punk band "The Count Bishops" who were looking for
the front man to complete the line-up on their first album. This partnership
spawned a total of three albums and a number of singles and E.P.šs , one
of the singles "I Want Candy" making the top 40 in England just before the
tragic death of guitarist Zenon DeFleur prematurely halted what had been
a steady climb . The legacy of those years can still be found on compilations
and "best of" collections available throughout Europe and the world on Ace
records. "The Bishops" toured extensively in the U.K. and Europe sharing
bills with "Doctor Feelgood", "John Cale", "The Clash", "Motorhead", "The
Stranglers", "Bo Diddley", and many more too numerous to mention. Dave's
name also appears as co-writer on two "Doctor Feelgood" songs. 1984 saw
Dave return to Australia and, over the next few years, tour with some of
the most respected Blues and Rock musicians in the country including Mal
Eastick, Phil Emmanuel, Paul Demarco, Harry Brus, Mick Cocks etc. etc. Recording
history includes the much sought after limited edition "Headhunters" album
"Outlaw Boogie" and more recently, singing 8 songs on the award winning
Blues album "Sippin'' and a Sliding" by the Sydney Blues collective known
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"BB King turned 64 during the Australian leg of U2's "Love
comes town" tour. To celebrate, a surprise party was arranged aboard the
O'Hara Booth, cruising Sydney harbour. The band asked to supply the live
music for these legends was the house band from Springfields night- club
in Kings Cross. Led by Dave Tice ,the Headhunters more than did the job
and were joined by B'B for what turned into a 1 & a half hour jam session."
If ever an endorsement of credibility was required this must surely be it,
but then again Dave Tice's credibility in the Blues and Rock genres is more
than established by now. Any cursory perusal of Australian music history
couldn't fail to stumble across his name associated with many of the most
respected bands and musicians on the roster. |
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Most
current recorded work is Dave's first "solo" album "Lay Down With Dogs",
which showcases a seasoned performer and songwriter in collaboration with
some of the best musicians and writers in the business. Seven self- penned
songs and co-writes with Dennis Walker (Robert Cray Band writer and producer)
Johnny "Guitar" Crippen (Dr Feelgood), and Mal Eastick, who also appears
as guest guitarist on one track. Other guest performances come from Peter
Wells, Mark Evans, John Russell, and a core band featuring Paul Robert
Burton (Upright Bass), Paul Demarco (Drums), Steve Edmonds (Guitar) and
Mike Gubb (Keyboards). This album currently available via the internet
through this website .Most current recorded work is Dave's first "solo"
album "Lay Down With Dogs", which showcases a seasoned performer and songwriter
in collaboration with some of the best musicians and writers in the business.
Seven self- penned songs and co-writes with Dennis Walker (Robert Cray
Band writer and producer) Johnny "Guitar" Crippen (Dr Feelgood), and Mal
Eastick, who also appears as guest guitarist on one track. Other guest
performances come from Peter Wells, Mark Evans, John Russell, and a core
band featuring Paul Robert Burton (Upright Bass), Paul Demarco (Drums),
Steve Edmonds (Guitar) and Mike Gubb (Keyboards).
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Currently
Dave performs in his duo with ex AC/DC bassist Mark Evans at the Bridge
Hotel, Rozelle, Sydney, where, as "Tice & Evans" they have been resident
every Thursday & Friday nights for the last 7 years, bringing their rootsy, hard-edged
Blues and originals, in unplugged acoustic mode, to an ever growing following.
The duo have recorded 2 independent live cds as "Tice & Evans" .Dave also guests at several blues & roots festivals (solo, duo or with
his full band) & occasionally with Paul Burton ( "The Shuffle Kings").
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