Across all platforms and travel through songs born under Alaskan skies. Every play helps the story reach farther and keeps the music alive.
It did not come from a corporation. It did not come from the Pentagon. It did not come from Silicon Valley. It began in dorm
By 2055, you could buy a whole uncooked chicken for twenty-five cents. Not a wing.Not a thigh.A whole bird. They were stacked in open ice
Placeholder Model 67 — Earth Configuration Recovered Module: Self-Honesty / Belief / Alignment Status: Active Source: Internal Download (Music Dave – forwarded from The Hope)
(Origin Narrative — Corash-Tu) Music Dave had already lived a hundred and fifty years on the Moon of Corash-Tu by the time the questions constantly
Music Dave was having lunch with one of his favorite Gelitarian dignitaries. Lunch, in this case, was a loose term. Music Dave ate something resembling
Vinal provides a textile experience to the listener. The music has weight and shape. It’s bigger. And that means bigger art. Most inexpensive compact
Who Wrote Who? A Recovered VolumeFiled Between Books I and II ofThe Adventures of Music Dave Series EDITOR’S NOTE The materials in this volume were
At first glance, The Adventures of Music Dave might read like an eccentric space odyssey starring a mop-wielding janitor with a talent for improvisational music
In an era where we’re bombarded with endless choices in every aspect of life, it’s easy to forget the real power of supporting independent artists.
It did not come from a corporation. It did not come from the Pentagon. It did not come from Silicon Valley. It began in dorm
By 2055, you could buy a whole uncooked chicken for twenty-five cents. Not a wing.Not a thigh.A whole bird. They were stacked in open ice
Placeholder Model 67 — Earth Configuration Recovered Module: Self-Honesty / Belief / Alignment Status: Active Source: Internal Download (Music Dave – forwarded from The Hope)
Take a walk down South Cushman Street Fairbanks, Alaska with my eyes and watch the seasons change. My hope is to raise awareness of frozen
Love of a hero, or a love song to an iconic figure. Amelia Earhart. I was attending aviation school when I composed this song. I
A requiem for a fellow soldier and musician, Paul Rich. He and I served in Landstuhl Germany where we made music in the barracks with
Sing a song for the sunrise on Monday Tuesday is a song for the moon Wednesday is a song for the stars that keep shining
Thought I found me someplace new There was more to see There was more to do I’m always looking for the end of the road
If I rebuild the canary And I pray to the fairy Godmother of all the women who fly Will you rise from the sea? And
Music Dave arrived in Alaska in 1999 with the U.S. military and found himself drawn to storytelling during the long, dark winters of the Interior. Picking up an acoustic guitar for comfort and creativity, he soon began writing songs about love, war, and aviation—deeply personal themes inspired by life, service, and the vast Alaskan landscape.
He quickly took his stories to the people of Fairbanks, performing at places like Ivory Jack’s, on street corners, and at local farmers markets. These early performances built a lasting connection between Music Dave and the Fairbanks community—one grounded in honesty, humor, and human experience.
Driven by a love of language and craft, Dave enrolled at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and earned his Bachelor’s degree in English. His academic background continues to shape his approach to songwriting, allowing him to merge poetic storytelling with melody in meaningful and accessible ways.
In recent years, his storytelling has evolved into multimedia form. He is the creator of The Adventures of Music Dave, an online flipbook that combines original fiction with a unique, integrated soundtrack. This immersive story, which he describes as intergalactic Alaskan folk, follows a character named Music Dave on a cosmic journey of self-discovery across galaxies. The project lives exclusively at musicdaves.com, where readers can experience the story enhanced by original music embedded directly on the page—an innovative blend of song and narrative that expands the possibilities of storytelling in the digital age.
Once deeply rooted in Fairbanks, Alaska, Music Dave built a musical community through live performances and intimate Sunday evening gatherings at his backyard Artist Market off Gillam Way. These gatherings celebrated original music, storytelling, creativity, and the connections that bring people together.
Now relocated to Port Orange, Florida, Music Dave is embracing a new chapter in his musical journey. With over two decades of performing experience, a growing collection of original songs, and new stories to share, he is eager to bring his music to fresh audiences throughout Florida and beyond.
Recently certified in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Music Dave is also exploring the healing power of music through workshops, classes, and interactive musical experiences designed to encourage connection, stimulate memories, and promote dignity and emotional well-being among individuals experiencing memory loss.
Though his roots remain in Alaska, his music continues to grow beyond geographical boundaries—connecting people through stories, melodies, imagination, and the belief that music can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Original acoustic folk rock
Alaska-grown storytelling. Based in Port Orange, Florida.
“A Different kind of Love” is here, and we’d love to share it—book a performance with Music Dave today!
