Dave Mason
Dave Mason: A Life of Music and Enduring Legacy
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Dave Mason is the full name of this British singer-songwriter, guitarist, and composer. He is often credited as simply "Dave Mason" but has also been known by his stage name, "Hydra."
Birth and Death Dates
Born on May 10, 1946, in Wolverhampton, England, Dave Mason is still active in the music industry today.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Mason's nationality is British, and he is a musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer. He has worked extensively as a solo artist and as part of various bands and collaborations.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in Birmingham, England, Mason was exposed to music from an early age through his father's collection of blues and jazz records. He began playing guitar at the age of 12, eventually forming his first band with school friends. After completing his education, Mason joined the British R&B band, The Dolphins.
Major Accomplishments
In 1966, Mason co-founded the rock supergroup Traffic, along with Steve Winwood and other talented musicians. This group would go on to achieve significant commercial success worldwide. During his time in Traffic, Mason played guitar and contributed vocals to several hit singles, including "Dear Mr. Fantasy" and "Hole in My Shoe." In addition to his work in Traffic, Mason has released numerous solo albums, showcasing his unique vocal and instrumental style.
Notable Works or Actions
Mason's notable works include:
His 1970 album "Only Time Will Tell," which features the hit single "We Just Disagree"
The song "Every Little Bit Hurts" (1965), written by Eddie Holland
Mason's contributions to Traffic's self-titled debut album, released in 1967Impact and Legacy
Dave Mason's impact on music is undeniable. His work with Traffic helped shape the psychedelic rock genre of the late 1960s and early 1970s. As a solo artist, Mason has continued to create and innovate throughout his career. He remains an influential figure in the world of rock music.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Dave Mason is widely quoted and remembered for his:
Unique vocal style, which blends elements of blues, folk, and psychedelia
Guitar work, which has been praised by critics and fans alike for its technical skill and emotional depth
Songwriting contributions to Traffic's early success and his own solo career
Quotes by Dave Mason
We can talk about Manchester! I like coming here, it’s a wicked city. It’s my second favourite city in England after London. I like Liverpool too but there’s a lot more to do in Manchester.
There ain’t no good guys, there ain’t no bad guys, there’s only you and me, and we just disagree.
The major thing that made us do it was thinking forward. It's a necessary responsibility to put together a will.
He's always working hard out there. His splits were very good. His style and the way he runs it makes him look like he doesn't run as hard. But he works hard out there.
I really hadn't written anything for nearly 15 years, ... I've been pretty much living alone, and I can take an entire house and make music in it and not bother anybody.
If the record company won't let you put a record out, then you've nothing to promote, and they're not going to help you out with the tour budget if you've nothing to promote. So basically we were kind of trapped. And all the songs we would have written would have been owned by Mercury until they released us. So what do you do? It's kind of like a prison sentence. You are at their beck and call a little.
I never keep them when I make them, so I make a habit of not making them. Once you make them, they're so hard to keep. . . . I used to smoke and used to say, 'OK, that's it,' but 10 minutes later, you're lighting a cigarette.
At this stage of the game, we don't know what the process will look like, how to determine medical necessity, or what doctors, or patients or physical therapists will have to do. And there's no guarantee of anything, because there's no appeals process.
It was just a friend and his brother that I work with, they had some design concepts for a guitar about six years ago just as a project really, it started as that. And it developed from there,
They have to be heard. It is a little hard to talk about music. They're just good songs. It's something you need to hear. It's like trying to describe a painting.