Dave Willis

Dave Willis is a Massachusetts based musician, born in Boston and raised Summering on Cape Cod and the Islands. Dave's music is inspired by living and fishing on the island of Martha's Vineyard. His debut album, "On Martha's Vineyard" invokes classic melodies blending iconic folk rock and acoustic ballads. The songs beckon to be played at the beach, by a bonfire, or in your backyard celebrating the island's natural beauty. The recent releases are all recorded in the jimmyparrstudio in Oak Bluffs, MA. The first single "Walking Down the Road" features artist Nancy Jephcote on Viola with Dave Willis on acoustic guitar, bongos, and vocals.
The song, "Right Down the Street on Martha's Vineyard" is the title track featuring Dave Willis on acoustic guitar and vocals, Phil McAndrews on drums, Jim Eddy on lead guitar, Jimmy Parr on bass guitar and vocals and Andrea Dello Russo on vocals. This song takes listeners on an auditory adventure around the island. The lyrics are like a visual journey for local islanders and new visitors.

"Chappaquansett Sunrise" is an inspirational ballad that was the first song written for the album. This composition features Dave Willis on vocals, acoustic guitar, bass guitar and bongos, Andrea Dello Russo on vocals, Nancy Jehptcote on violin and Jeremy Berlin on piano.

Easily the new soundtrack of your Summers, "On Martha's Vineyard" will imprint lasting songs with memories of good times and love for the island.