David Shackleton
Independant songwriter.
Influenced by Jeff Tweedy, Paul Westerberg, and Jim Bryson.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Everytime I pick up my guitar its live.
I got a chance to play a Folk Festival in Washington State. This summer I played an original backed by a 30 person Gospel choir. Many performances with family and friends.
Your musical influences
Jeff Tweedy of Wilco
Paul Westerberg
Josh Ritter
John Prine
Jim Bryson
Thoughtful, alternative guitar based music
What equipment do you use?
Acoustics; Gibson Dove, Seagull, Yamaha Nylon string classical
Electric; Fender Stratocaster, Epiphone bass
Home studio, with Eurorack mixer, and Shure mics.
Anything else?
I write the words that I see.
I play because it makes me feel great.
