BART DAVENPORT plus Brigid Dawson & The Mothers Network, The Umbrellas
Bart Davenport might be a multitude of things, depending on whom you ask. He's been a mod, a blues singer, and a softrock troubadour. He's an eclectic singer songwriter with the timeless voice of a real crooner. He lives and creates music in Los Angeles. Smooth and yet curiously pointed, his work transports us to an imagined past or present filled with romantic odes and enigmatic characters. Davenport's stories are often a reflection of now, taking place in a fantasy world but conveying personal and universal truths. Returning to acoustic guitars and 60s baroque pop tones, Davenport recently tracked twelve new songs in his home studio. The resulting 'Episodes' marks his eighth proper album and is scheduled for release in March 2022 on Tapete Records.
A native of Oakland, California, Bart Davenport's roots are in the 90s garage and blues scenes. His first band, The Loved Ones performed a rawkus style of r&b, opening for the likes of Junior Wells and John Lee Hooker. In the 00s, Davenport went solo, embracing a quieter indie esthetic. Kings of Convenience singer, Erlend Øye, has called him the "best one-guy-and-guitar performer there is." Touring alone often makes pragmatic sense, and Davenport's solo performances are in some ways his purest. Still, his studio recordings often reflect his taste for collaboration and ensemble band arrangements.
Released in 2002, Bart's self-titled solo debut was an indie pop layer cake filled with drums, organs, and vocal harmonies. He quickly followed that in 2003 with the Laurel Canyon styled 'Game Preserve' on Antenna Farm Records. Next came 'Maroon Cocoon' in 2005, a carefully honed lo/hi-fi record. In 2007, a funk inspired side project called Honeycut released 'The Day I Turned To Glass' on Quannum Projects. Their tune, 'Exodus Honey,' was featured on an iMac ad campaign as well as the installation disc for Mac OS Leopard and Snow Leopard. Bart Davenport returned in 2008 with his fourth solo album, 'Palaces.' Featuring production help from psychedelic main man Kelley Stoltz, the album would be referred to by Sylvie Simmons of MOJO as "a fine example of San Fran's vinyl and thrift shop culture, turning stuff people throw out into something new."
Between 2010 and 2011, Davenport released three European records and spent much of his time touring the continent. There was a covers album, 'Searching For Bart Davenport' (Tapete, Germany), and two from side projects; 'With All Due Respect' by Incarnations (Lovemonk, Spain) and 'Comedians' by Honeycut (Discograph, France). In 2012, Bart Davenport's 'Someone2Dance' b/w 'Cheap Words' saw the return of longtime compatriot Sam Flax as Producer. The Flax production opened a new chapter in the Davenport saga, with synthesizers reminiscent of 80s new wave. Following that, Davenport relocated to Los Angeles, where he gathered together the band that would eventually record 'Physical World,' released in March 2014 to some critical acclaim. Indeed, Pitchfork described it as "sophisticated and cheap-sounding at once, it's likable within five seconds of hitting your ears."
By 2018 the LA lineup featuring Jessica Espeleta (bass), Andres Renteria (drums), and Wayne Faler (lead guitar) were working under the band name, 'Bart & The Bedazzled.' They recorded a follow-up album titled 'Blue Motel' produced by Aaron M. Olson, whose signature sounds give the album a darker, cinematic atmosphere. The group reconvened in 2021 for their most collaborative effort to date, a danceable pair of electro world pop singles. Produced by Nic Hessler (Catwalk), 'People Person' and 'Cardboard Man' (featuring Earth Girl Helen Brown) are scheduled for release in 2022 on Lovemonk. Meanwhile, Davenport's 2022 solo album 'Episodes' (Tapete) features avant-baroque string arrangements from violist Dina Maccabee along with an array of acoustic sounds, 12-string riffs, and an overall return to 60s pop and indie lo-fi esthetics.
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There's no convenient handle to describe the amazing Bart Davenport. "Icon" comes to mind, but the word seems too inflated for such an unpretentious, relatable cat. Whatever. Bart's a devilishly talented writer, musician and performer, whose earned the devotion of fans all around the planet.
The love connection between Bart Davenport and Otis is the real thing. The second-ever Otis show, back in 2013, featured Bart. He's performed multiple times with the band since then, in SF and LA, with equally emotional results. It is a very special occasion indeed when Bart sets aside his original music and dips into his deep bag of soul with Otis.
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Bart Davenport might be a multitude of things, depending on whom you ask. He's been a mod, a blues singer, and a softrock troubadour. He's an eclectic singer songwriter with the timeless voice of a real crooner. He lives and creates music in Los Angeles. Smooth and yet curiously pointed, his work transports us to an imagined past or present filled with romantic odes and enigmatic characters. Davenport's stories are often a reflection of now, taking place in a fantasy world but conveying personal and universal truths. Returning to acoustic guitars and 60s baroque pop tones, Davenport recently tracked twelve new songs in his home studio. The resulting 'Episodes' marks his eighth proper album and is scheduled for release in March 2022 on Tapete Records.
A native of Oakland, California, Bart Davenport's roots are in the 90s garage and blues scenes. His first band, The Loved Ones performed a rawkus style of r&b, opening for the likes of Junior Wells and John Lee Hooker. In the 00s, Davenport went solo, embracing a quieter indie esthetic. Kings of Convenience singer, Erlend Øye, has called him the "best one-guy-and-guitar performer there is." Touring alone often makes pragmatic sense, and Davenport's solo performances are in some ways his purest. Still, his studio recordings often reflect his taste for collaboration and ensemble band arrangements.
Released in 2002, Bart's self-titled solo debut was an indie pop layer cake filled with drums, organs, and vocal harmonies. He quickly followed that in 2003 with the Laurel Canyon styled 'Game Preserve' on Antenna Farm Records. Next came 'Maroon Cocoon' in 2005, a carefully honed lo/hi-fi record. In 2007, a funk inspired side project called Honeycut released 'The Day I Turned To Glass' on Quannum Projects. Their tune, 'Exodus Honey,' was featured on an iMac ad campaign as well as the installation disc for Mac OS Leopard and Snow Leopard. Bart Davenport returned in 2008 with his fourth solo album, 'Palaces.' Featuring production help from psychedelic main man Kelley Stoltz, the album would be referred to by Sylvie Simmons of MOJO as "a fine example of San Fran's vinyl and thrift shop culture, turning stuff people throw out into something new."
Between 2010 and 2011, Davenport released three European records and spent much of his time touring the continent. There was a covers album, 'Searching For Bart Davenport' (Tapete, Germany), and two from side projects; 'With All Due Respect' by Incarnations (Lovemonk, Spain) and 'Comedians' by Honeycut (Discograph, France). In 2012, Bart Davenport's 'Someone2Dance' b/w 'Cheap Words' saw the return of longtime compatriot Sam Flax as Producer. The Flax production opened a new chapter in the Davenport saga, with synthesizers reminiscent of 80s new wave. Following that, Davenport relocated to Los Angeles, where he gathered together the band that would eventually record 'Physical World,' released in March 2014 to some critical acclaim. Indeed, Pitchfork described it as "sophisticated and cheap-sounding at once, it's likable within five seconds of hitting your ears."
By 2018 the LA lineup featuring Jessica Espeleta (bass), Andres Renteria (drums), and Wayne Faler (lead guitar) were working under the band name, 'Bart & The Bedazzled.' They recorded a follow-up album titled 'Blue Motel' produced by Aaron M. Olson, whose signature sounds give the album a darker, cinematic atmosphere. The group reconvened in 2021 for their most collaborative effort to date, a danceable pair of electro world pop singles. Produced by Nic Hessler (Catwalk), 'People Person' and 'Cardboard Man' (featuring Earth Girl Helen Brown) are scheduled for release in 2022 on Lovemonk. Meanwhile, Davenport's 2022 solo album 'Episodes' (Tapete) features avant-baroque string arrangements from violist Dina Maccabee along with an array of acoustic sounds, 12-string riffs, and an overall return to 60s pop and indie lo-fi esthetics.
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There's no convenient handle to describe the amazing Bart Davenport. "Icon" comes to mind, but the word seems too inflated for such an unpretentious, relatable cat. Whatever. Bart's a devilishly talented writer, musician and performer, whose earned the devotion of fans all around the planet.
The love connection between Bart Davenport and Otis is the real thing. The second-ever Otis show, back in 2013, featured Bart. He's performed multiple times with the band since then, in SF and LA, with equally emotional results. It is a very special occasion indeed when Bart sets aside his original music and dips into his deep bag of soul with Otis.
BART DAVENPORT plus Brigid Dawson & The Mothers Network, The Umbrellas
Bart Davenport might be a multitude of things, depending on whom you ask. He's been a mod, a blues singer, and a softrock troubadour. He's an eclectic singer songwriter with the timeless voice of a real crooner. He lives and creates music in Los Angeles. Smooth and yet curiously pointed, his work transports us to an imagined past or present filled with romantic odes and enigmatic characters. Davenport's stories are often a reflection of now, taking place in a fantasy world but conveying personal and universal truths. Returning to acoustic guitars and 60s baroque pop tones, Davenport recently tracked twelve new songs in his home studio. The resulting 'Episodes' marks his eighth proper album and is scheduled for release in March 2022 on Tapete Records.
A native of Oakland, California, Bart Davenport's roots are in the 90s garage and blues scenes. His first band, The Loved Ones performed a rawkus style of r&b, opening for the likes of Junior Wells and John Lee Hooker. In the 00s, Davenport went solo, embracing a quieter indie esthetic. Kings of Convenience singer, Erlend Øye, has called him the "best one-guy-and-guitar performer there is." Touring alone often makes pragmatic sense, and Davenport's solo performances are in some ways his purest. Still, his studio recordings often reflect his taste for collaboration and ensemble band arrangements.
Released in 2002, Bart's self-titled solo debut was an indie pop layer cake filled with drums, organs, and vocal harmonies. He quickly followed that in 2003 with the Laurel Canyon styled 'Game Preserve' on Antenna Farm Records. Next came 'Maroon Cocoon' in 2005, a carefully honed lo/hi-fi record. In 2007, a funk inspired side project called Honeycut released 'The Day I Turned To Glass' on Quannum Projects. Their tune, 'Exodus Honey,' was featured on an iMac ad campaign as well as the installation disc for Mac OS Leopard and Snow Leopard. Bart Davenport returned in 2008 with his fourth solo album, 'Palaces.' Featuring production help from psychedelic main man Kelley Stoltz, the album would be referred to by Sylvie Simmons of MOJO as "a fine example of San Fran's vinyl and thrift shop culture, turning stuff people throw out into something new."
Between 2010 and 2011, Davenport released three European records and spent much of his time touring the continent. There was a covers album, 'Searching For Bart Davenport' (Tapete, Germany), and two from side projects; 'With All Due Respect' by Incarnations (Lovemonk, Spain) and 'Comedians' by Honeycut (Discograph, France). In 2012, Bart Davenport's 'Someone2Dance' b/w 'Cheap Words' saw the return of longtime compatriot Sam Flax as Producer. The Flax production opened a new chapter in the Davenport saga, with synthesizers reminiscent of 80s new wave. Following that, Davenport relocated to Los Angeles, where he gathered together the band that would eventually record 'Physical World,' released in March 2014 to some critical acclaim. Indeed, Pitchfork described it as "sophisticated and cheap-sounding at once, it's likable within five seconds of hitting your ears."
By 2018 the LA lineup featuring Jessica Espeleta (bass), Andres Renteria (drums), and Wayne Faler (lead guitar) were working under the band name, 'Bart & The Bedazzled.' They recorded a follow-up album titled 'Blue Motel' produced by Aaron M. Olson, whose signature sounds give the album a darker, cinematic atmosphere. The group reconvened in 2021 for their most collaborative effort to date, a danceable pair of electro world pop singles. Produced by Nic Hessler (Catwalk), 'People Person' and 'Cardboard Man' (featuring Earth Girl Helen Brown) are scheduled for release in 2022 on Lovemonk. Meanwhile, Davenport's 2022 solo album 'Episodes' (Tapete) features avant-baroque string arrangements from violist Dina Maccabee along with an array of acoustic sounds, 12-string riffs, and an overall return to 60s pop and indie lo-fi esthetics.
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There's no convenient handle to describe the amazing Bart Davenport. "Icon" comes to mind, but the word seems too inflated for such an unpretentious, relatable cat. Whatever. Bart's a devilishly talented writer, musician and performer, whose earned the devotion of fans all around the planet.
The love connection between Bart Davenport and Otis is the real thing. The second-ever Otis show, back in 2013, featured Bart. He's performed multiple times with the band since then, in SF and LA, with equally emotional results. It is a very special occasion indeed when Bart sets aside his original music and dips into his deep bag of soul with Otis.
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Bart Davenport might be a multitude of things, depending on whom you ask. He's been a mod, a blues singer, and a softrock troubadour. He's an eclectic singer songwriter with the timeless voice of a real crooner. He lives and creates music in Los Angeles. Smooth and yet curiously pointed, his work transports us to an imagined past or present filled with romantic odes and enigmatic characters. Davenport's stories are often a reflection of now, taking place in a fantasy world but conveying personal and universal truths. Returning to acoustic guitars and 60s baroque pop tones, Davenport recently tracked twelve new songs in his home studio. The resulting 'Episodes' marks his eighth proper album and is scheduled for release in March 2022 on Tapete Records.
A native of Oakland, California, Bart Davenport's roots are in the 90s garage and blues scenes. His first band, The Loved Ones performed a rawkus style of r&b, opening for the likes of Junior Wells and John Lee Hooker. In the 00s, Davenport went solo, embracing a quieter indie esthetic. Kings of Convenience singer, Erlend Øye, has called him the "best one-guy-and-guitar performer there is." Touring alone often makes pragmatic sense, and Davenport's solo performances are in some ways his purest. Still, his studio recordings often reflect his taste for collaboration and ensemble band arrangements.
Released in 2002, Bart's self-titled solo debut was an indie pop layer cake filled with drums, organs, and vocal harmonies. He quickly followed that in 2003 with the Laurel Canyon styled 'Game Preserve' on Antenna Farm Records. Next came 'Maroon Cocoon' in 2005, a carefully honed lo/hi-fi record. In 2007, a funk inspired side project called Honeycut released 'The Day I Turned To Glass' on Quannum Projects. Their tune, 'Exodus Honey,' was featured on an iMac ad campaign as well as the installation disc for Mac OS Leopard and Snow Leopard. Bart Davenport returned in 2008 with his fourth solo album, 'Palaces.' Featuring production help from psychedelic main man Kelley Stoltz, the album would be referred to by Sylvie Simmons of MOJO as "a fine example of San Fran's vinyl and thrift shop culture, turning stuff people throw out into something new."
Between 2010 and 2011, Davenport released three European records and spent much of his time touring the continent. There was a covers album, 'Searching For Bart Davenport' (Tapete, Germany), and two from side projects; 'With All Due Respect' by Incarnations (Lovemonk, Spain) and 'Comedians' by Honeycut (Discograph, France). In 2012, Bart Davenport's 'Someone2Dance' b/w 'Cheap Words' saw the return of longtime compatriot Sam Flax as Producer. The Flax production opened a new chapter in the Davenport saga, with synthesizers reminiscent of 80s new wave. Following that, Davenport relocated to Los Angeles, where he gathered together the band that would eventually record 'Physical World,' released in March 2014 to some critical acclaim. Indeed, Pitchfork described it as "sophisticated and cheap-sounding at once, it's likable within five seconds of hitting your ears."
By 2018 the LA lineup featuring Jessica Espeleta (bass), Andres Renteria (drums), and Wayne Faler (lead guitar) were working under the band name, 'Bart & The Bedazzled.' They recorded a follow-up album titled 'Blue Motel' produced by Aaron M. Olson, whose signature sounds give the album a darker, cinematic atmosphere. The group reconvened in 2021 for their most collaborative effort to date, a danceable pair of electro world pop singles. Produced by Nic Hessler (Catwalk), 'People Person' and 'Cardboard Man' (featuring Earth Girl Helen Brown) are scheduled for release in 2022 on Lovemonk. Meanwhile, Davenport's 2022 solo album 'Episodes' (Tapete) features avant-baroque string arrangements from violist Dina Maccabee along with an array of acoustic sounds, 12-string riffs, and an overall return to 60s pop and indie lo-fi esthetics.
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There's no convenient handle to describe the amazing Bart Davenport. "Icon" comes to mind, but the word seems too inflated for such an unpretentious, relatable cat. Whatever. Bart's a devilishly talented writer, musician and performer, whose earned the devotion of fans all around the planet.
The love connection between Bart Davenport and Otis is the real thing. The second-ever Otis show, back in 2013, featured Bart. He's performed multiple times with the band since then, in SF and LA, with equally emotional results. It is a very special occasion indeed when Bart sets aside his original music and dips into his deep bag of soul with Otis.
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