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Stephen and David have written a song for Winnie Johnson
to find her son Keith Bennett in a fresh search on Saddleworth Moor.
You can buy the song by making a donation here:
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Biography
Singer
songwriter/actor Stephen Walters and multi instrumentalist Dave Gleave.
They met on a television set in 2003 and have played music together
ever since. As a duo they have played numerous gigs in and around the
North West region, including among many others: Liverpools L2, Manchester
Ruby Lounge and Manchesters Night and Day Cafe. It is only in the last
year or two that Dave and Stephen have felt it "right" to persue their
music ambition on a more professional/public platform.
Disco Smith's musical philosophy is that first and foremost their work
should sound distinct and powerful when performing in a stripped down
acoustic environment. This they strongly believe illustrates not only
the strength of the songs but it also clearly demonstrates the technical
quality of their riff driven guitar playing and precise vocal harmony,
surely the acid test for any good song!
However when called upon for live performances they have augmented the
two guitars with keyboard,drums and bass. Together they have amassed
in excess of well over 40 recorded songs and believe that given the
right opportunity they have in their repertoire potentially one of the
best debut albums since "Definitely Maybe".
These tracks cover the whole spectrum of song style be it heavy rock,
acoustic solo, massive string laden ballads, straight rock and roll,
electric dance, and folk, blues.
A personally huge inspiration and template for the boys is The Beatles
White album, predominately for its eclectic brilliance and musical unpredictability.
Stephen and Dave both produce and arrange all their songs.
Musical influences are as varied as The Beatles, Oasis, Crowded House,
Simon and Garfunkel, Eric Clapton, The Doors, Bob Dylan, Mumford and
Sons, The Fleet Foxes, Buddy Holly, The Mamas and Papas and The Kinks
You will notice that a common theme in all these acts is that of traditional
songwriting backed up by great lyrics and serious musicianship. This
definition perhaps best sums up Disco Smith. "The general flavour and
tone of all their songs is unapologetically with one eye on commercial
a market whilst at the same time retaining an individual musical identity".
Writing and producing songs for other acts is also another serious ambition.
Stephen is an actor and has appeared in over 100 films and dramas including
Band of Brothers, 51st State, Layer Cake, Franklyn, Splintered and Hannibal
Rising. He has just finished filming 'Powder' a film about a struggling
UK rock band set in the 70's.
Stephen sang lead vocals on 'The Last Pilgrim', an Elvis Costello produced
song for his part in the Alan Bleasdale Presents film 'Blood On The
Dole'
Contact: Nigel Carr at Pigley Stairs Ltd
Tel: 07768 795150 0161 941 2800
Email: info@pigleystairs.com .
Members
Stephen Walters, David Gleave .
Influences
Musical influences are as varied as The Beatles, Oasis, Crowded House,
Simon and Garfunkel, Eric Clapton, The Doors, Bob Dylan, Mumford and
Sons, The Fleet Foxes, Buddy Holly, The Mamas and Papas and The Kinks
You will notice that a common theme in all these acts is that of traditional
songwriting backed up by great lyrics and serious musicianship. This
definition perhaps best sums up The Disco Smith Band. . Sounds Like
You will notice that a common theme in all these acts is that of traditional
songwriting backed up by great lyrics and serious musicianship. This
definition perhaps best sums up The Disco Smith Band. .
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