yes, at this point the west coast only. I love playing live.I wish I could just tour continually..haha. I think the most memorable moment so far was an all day show out in the foothills we were playing and Jason Lytle(Grandaddy) showed up to watch the show.

The internet definitely makes it easier for an artist to get his/her music to people that normally would never hear it but at the same time it makes it harder for you to make a living at it.You end up making your living performing which im my case I don't really mind.

Think of me what you will but I never said I wouldn't.

A native to the California central valley, grew up with the sweet smell of chocolate billowing from the Hershey factory at the edge of town and a railroad that cut the town in half when it
passed through at a snail's pace. Dave’s guitar picking style, lyrics and harmonies grab live audiences, making them wander through a countryside that is sometimes lonely and unforgiving; sometimes telling tales with tongue in cheek while exposing the fragility of life
in a small town.
Dave Hanley became emancipated at the age of 16. Leaving his family in Vancouver, WA, Dave returned to California where he landed a job as a park employee in Wawona, Yosemite Nat'l Park.
During this time, he met the legendary Frank Solivan (California Bluegrass Assn. Ambassador), known for his fast flat-picking
rhythmic banjo style, melody and tempo. Over time Dave found his own voice, rhythm and technique, and his own way to tell a story.
In 1999 Dave Hanley joined the Sons of Levi. Their debut album “Enter In” was recorded with Jonny Colla (Huey Lewis & The News)
at his APT.2 recording studio in Novato CA. Preproduction was handled by Brad Gillis (Night Ranger). “Seeing all of the gold and
platinum albums all of the walls was truly inspiring. Chris Hayes even popped his head in once or twice.”
In 2002, the Puffin Billies were formed, a band Dave Hanley cofounded. The band quickly formed a large fan base, “At one point there were people driving 200 miles to see us play, people would
follow us over to San Francisco and fill the club we were playing that night, the experience was really humbling.”
The Puffin Billies released their self-titled LP in 2002, to which Dave contributed two original tracks; “Bandalino” and “Perfect Day”.
“Perfect Day” was one of the most played tracks on college radio in the Valley. In 2002 The Billies received a Modesto Area Music
Award in the Bluegrass/Americana category, receiving praise from print and radio all over the Central Valley. Dave Hanley played
guitar and sang vocals with the Puffin Billies for four years opening for Canned Heat (Barton Enterprises,inc.) Built Like Alaska (Future
Farmer) and Grandaddy (Virgin V2).
Midway through 2004 Dave embarked on an ambitious solo
endeavor. Gifthorse, released in September 2005, is quickly becoming a favorite amongst Indie, Bluegrass and Americana folks.

My musical influences have changed here and there over time but theres a few that are mainstays in my mind when write. I'd have to say Bob Dylan, Niel Young, Fleetwood Mac,Tim O'Brien, John Hartford, Led Zeppelin would be most of the influences on my music.

New York City

I play a Martin D 35 and a Seagull (for opening tunings)