GUITARIST - DAVID P. STEVENS

 

 

 

Home Base:  Los Angeles, CA 

Music Style:  Smooth Jazz, R&B and Contemporary Jazz 

Booking Contact: 

Major Scale Management 

Gina McCain / 703-930-4594 

Email:  ginamccain@majorscalemanagement.com

 

 

"Guitarist David P. Stevens has been on the scene long enough to know how

to concoct a great R&B/jazz/world formula to his specifications." 

Ronald Jackson, The Smooth Jazz Ride

 

Quickly becoming a recognized name in contemporary jazz, is multi-talented guitarist, writer, producer, performer, David P Stevens.  Having shared the stage with the likes of Gerald Albright, Nick Colionne, Najee, Alex Bugnon, Frank McComb, Jeff Kashiwa, Gerald Veasley, Brian Simpson, James Lloyd, and several more, at festivals such as Berks Jazz fest, Rehoboth Jazz fest, Queen City Summer fest, Capitol Jazz Cruise, Lake Arbor Jazz festival and more, David is solidifying his place as that funky dynamic guitarist, with a sound of his own, at the top of the game! 

At the age of 12, David became enamored with the guitar after watching one of his heroes play the instrument.  David quickly began playing in church, eventually picking up several other instruments, including bass, drums, keys and vocals.  At 14, David began playing professionally for local bands, choirs and artists all over Philadelphia.  Influenced by George Duke, George Benson, Norman Brown and Paul Jackson Jr., David began writing, recording and producing as well, spending every dime saved, to bring artists into the studio to record.  Fresh Tracks studios, in Philadelphia PA, would be the birthplace of David’s genre bending, eclectic blend of contemporary jazz music. 

Known for his electrifying, high-energy performances, we now find David P Stevens touring the world, showcasing original songs from his 6 explosive jazz albums.  Each album features a set of top musicians and artists in the genre, and have each catapulted David further with every spin.    David’s previous  offering, “Love City” was released July 9th, 2016, and is being hailed by many as one of David’s best works.  This album featured Najee, Lin Rountree, Pamela Williams, Jackiem Joyner, Frank McComb, Selina Albright, Vandell Andrew and more!  You can expect the same dynamic genre bending that David has become infamous for, but also a new, polished and focused direction that comes with season and maturity. The song “Night Life” from the album, which features Jackiem Joyner, is currently on radio and climbing the charts weekly.  The world is beginning to take note of the hard work and steady building David has been doing over time. 

David's newest album is entitled Rogue.  This masterpiece is the product of David's amazing influences and evolution as an artist, producer and musician.  Already garnering high acclaim from fans and industry people alike, this album will set your ears on fire! Rogue features Mark Kibble of Take 6, Marcus Anderson, Deveron Patterson, Tamika Patton and many more.  It also features David's two hit songs of 2018 and-19, For The Win and Move With You! 

Currently David is enrolled in Berklee College of Music, earning his Master's degree in Business, with a music focus.  David is also writing and producing music for TV, film and commercials. 

Exciting, innovative, energetic, thoughtful, and downright funky, are the qualities which prompt fans to fill clubs, and attend shows where David P Stevens is performing.  David says: “I know the feeling of playing hard for an empty room, so I appreciate each and every fan and friend who come out to my shows, take pictures with me, sometimes go to dinner with me, and who continue to push me and my music across social media!  It’s because of you, that my career has grown, and I don’t take that for granted!” Book David  today!  For more information visit davidpstevens.com

NOTABLE PERFORMANCES

  • Long Beach Jazz Festival - Long Beach, CA
  • Myrtle Beach Jazz Festival - Myrtle Beach, SC
  • San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival - San Diego, CA
  • Berks Jazz Festival - Reading, PA
  • Jazz Legacy Foundation Jazz Gala - Hampton, VA
  • Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival - Norfolk, VA
  • BMG's 30th Anniversary - Melbourne, FL
  • Queen City Jazz Festival - Charlotte, NC
  • Dauphin County Jazz and Wine Festival - Harrisburg, PA
  • Phil Denny's Armory Smooth Jazz Féte - Lansing, MI
  • St. James Live - Atlanta, GA
  • Tin Pan - Richmond, VA
  • Glass City Jazz Festival - Toledo, OH
  • Middle C Jazz - Charlotte, NC
  • Germany, Austria, Switzerland - European Tour
  • Pine Grill Jazz Reunion & Music Fest - Buffalo, NY
  • City Winery - Philadelphia, PA 
  • Rehoboth Jazz Festival - Rehoboth Beach, DE
  • Oxnard Jazz Festival - Oxnard, CA
  • Spaghettini's - Seal Beach, CA
  • Capital Jazz Cruise - Various 
  • Lake Arbor Jazz Festival - Mitchellville, MD
  • The Perfect Note - Hoover, AL
  • Vrroom VIP Jazz Festival - Durham, NC 
  • Humphries Backstage - San Diego, CA
  • South Jazz Club - Philadelphia, PA
  • Harvelles - Long Beach, CA

PERFORMANCE VIDEOS