An interview with Traffic's Dave Mason
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ก.ย. 2024
- Dave Mason’s career spans half a century and encompasses producing, performing, and song writing. Fans and critics alike hail him as one of the most talented songwriters and guitarists in the world - which is why he is still performing over 100 shows a year to sold-out crowds.
Dave has been playing guitar most of his life. By 15, Dave had founded two bands: The Deep Feeling, and The Hellions. At 18, the Worcester, England native teamed up with Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi, and Chris Wood to form the legendary band Traffic. At 19, Mason penned the song “Feelin’ Alright”. The rock anthem, first recorded by Traffic and then covered by dozens of other artists (including Joe Cocker), cemented both Dave’s and Traffic’s legacy, and had a profound influence over rock music that continues today.
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What a contribution to the music world this guy has made and keeps making… God Bless
Just saw Dave on Saturday night and got to meet him briefly and he signed a few things for my wife. His set was fantastic and his current band was really impressive - including Mark Stein of Vanilla Fudge. Such a wonderful evening - I highly suggest people go see Dave (and many other artists from the 60s and 70s) while you have the chance.
Great interview Sandy!
I love Dave mason I got a cd of the greatest hits of Dave mason and two of his 8 track tapes. Dave mason is one of my favorite of all time !!!
me too! he's an awesome artist and a lovely fellow. Have you checked out any of my other interviews? Hoping you enjoy them too!
I was blessed to have lived in the SF Bay area in the late 60's through most of the 70's. I saw Dave and his band (Mike Finnagin, yeah!!) headline or open at Winterland and various clubs nearly a dozen times. A few of those times were 2 or 3 shows over a month or two time frame. Each time the "hits" or well known tunes he would explore took on new meaning. The arrangements both musically and spiritually would change and evolve, seeking new pathways, creating new insights for the players and audience alike...
should we expect
any more from an
artist/musician!?!
Thank you Dave, your respect to the craft and the audience were and are exemplary ✌️
The Loney One. Can't hear that without crying. Bless you, Dave Mason
Great interview lady ! Dave is rock n roll.royalty and I appreciate your work here. Subscribed.
Still own and play Dave's original "Alone Together" LP too.
I'm soooo glad you enjoyed this interview. I hope you'll tune in to some of my others too!
First Brit I've head who has pretty much lost his Brit accent. At first I thought that I had it wrong all these years and he was from the USA. Good interview !
he sounds very American.
I remember reading he was English, but watching a concert and his brief commentary between songs, thought I must have misremembered. He definitely has a very neutral US accent, and what nice, affable, guy. Remarkably strong vocals, timeless impact on the biggest musical era. Nice interview!
He was in his mid-20's when he moved to the U.S. 50+ years ago. He certainly could have retained his accent had he wanted to, but probably made a conscious decision to drop it altogether over time.
@@humphreygruntwhistle3946most emigrants from britain retain something of their accents. Mason is the only exception I can think of.
Thank you Dave, your song,"Feeling Alright" helped get me through the pandemic.
I love his voice❤
Attending the gig on 3-30-24. See you there!
Graceland!!! Front row, gonna take me for a ride on a wave!! Love it!
@@bryandonnaud6197 I think I'm left side, 3rd row .
Most eclectic group, traffic. Magic.
My daughters bought record players for their homes and we buy all kinds of stuff. I bought a Jerry Vale album and a Sound of Music soundtrack. Ill go tomorrow and find me some Dave and i know they have Traffic but that one was a little pricey. People seriously dont know who Dave is so there might be an album available.
Little Woman OMG
Pick Stevie Wonder. I do!
Herr Mason has lost nearly all of his Worcester accent. Er klingt seit Jahren genau wie einen Yank.
amazing isn't it!
I was at school with Dave mason and rember him very well Christopher Whitehead Malvern road Worcester UK
@@sandykaye5865 innit**
HE IS NOT TELLING THE TRUTH ABOUT SONGS HE WROTE ,,, THEY WERE NOT HITS ,,,, HOLE IN MY SHOE WAS NOT TRAFFICS BIGGEST HIT ,,,,,,,,,, HES BS
"Hole in My Shoe" was released as a single in 1967 and reached number 2 in the UK, it was a hit.
Tone it down, buddy. You are incorrect. And you are obnoxious.