Bedford 8th May 2007
'Magic' David’s set had lots of energy, charisma, soul and positive vibes.
The Bedford has a dark intimacy, with all tables facing the stage. It feels like an old-fashioned theatre with excellent acoustics and sound, the venue's round shape and upstairs balcony adding to the atmospheric theatrical feel. The venue is also closed off from the Bar and a spot lit black curtain drapes the stage. It was guitarist David Mullins first gig there. The audience is encouraged to listen or go out to the bar to chat.

When I arrived David was busy chatting with the sound guys.. I quickly got some of the chunky Bedford chips and decided to check with them when David was going to play. To my surprise he said David was on first at 8.30. So I found my table to got myself set up for the photos. David was lined up to headline, but wanted the first slot so he could go home to sign a contract for a new flat, he told us.. All seemed very ‘vague’ David. ‘I am going to think about being homeless as I sing this song’ During his first song 'One Old Soul' David often turns to smile at his guitarist David Mullins.

Things are gelling well and David sounded in excellent vocals and looked very comfortable. His beautiful clear voice filled the dark room. He and David Mullins gave a top quality and tight performance. The packed audience listened attentively. I enjoy when David improvises on the piano with new rhythms – I’d like to hear him do that more often.
 * David sang 7 songs – One Old Soul, Time, Lady Lullaby, Rocket Man, Northern Lights, Salt Water, White Noise.
He had practised Lady Lullaby all day so as not to forget the words - for some reason having a stumbling block with this song. David croons romantically and tonight Lady L is perfect.

With David’s perfect pitch and timing he sings live flawlessly , and there are not many singers who come close. His clear voice floats above our heads, and makes me feel free. David Mullins , his new backing guitarist, plays instinctive gentle rhythms that harmonise and flow inter-playing to David’s moving piano melodies. I notice David occasionally taking his vocals soft and subtle, making a good contrast to his strong vocal highs.

 David’s cover of Elton’s ‘Rocket Man’ shows the range of his talents - his ability to re-invent the classic songs and make them his own. . David writes well-structured and dynamically satisfying songs. I’d like perhaps more variations of the verse/chorus theme at times, with more instrumentation allowing it on occasion to escape from the song, and also more use of space. With more backing musicians added this might happen more – as long as David’s PIANO leads. .
 it speaks in a wonderful way emotionally. ' One Old Soul' is a beautiful song with powerful vocals, and I love it more and more.

Just like his music, David’s face also has more character now. He keeps his music and his performance honest and from the heart.  Photos - David was in good light and I hope the photos tell more than words ...