David Sneddon News

'David writes inspiring melodies and sings with an expressive voice, that makes you believe in possibilities, while his songs are emotional his personality is fun-loving and light-hearted, and when he sings he wears his heart on his sleeve in a very personal way.'

  top selling no 1 "WHITE NOISE"  EP

 

David Sneddon is a singer songwriter from Glasgow with an instinctive feel for a beautiful melody. David had a string of chart hits in 2003. He works as a songwriter in London. He is taking it back to basics with no PR or runners in sight….... only himself, his piano and a few songs.

:Sept 2007::  Excellent Review of THE JAZZ BAR gigs - Edinburgh Guide

……until he gets behind his piano and then the serious performer takes over. He puts his heart and soul into his music. He clearly enjoys performing. …

The audience last night was quick to pick up on this and an immediate rapport was established. As he said, music has been good to him. By forsaking the bubblegum world of pop offered to him through his success in 'Fame Academy' and allowing his depth to show, David Sneddon has in turn been good for music.-'

::JAZZ BAR EDINBURGH REVIEW -

:His set was far too short, and I felt he has something new in his songs, which are astute, thoughtful and warm. He is in a different league to most singer songwriters that I hear, who simply don’t touch me in my heart that way.’  singer

David performed with good mate and writing partner Martian John Kielty

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31/12/09 - STV 'The Scots Factor', a documentary - includes a mention and Tv clips of David. Shown at 10.15pm before STVs Hogmanay show - and celebrating the best Scottish talent in 'Scotland’s Always Had Talent'. Plus the Academy Live which features hart-toppers Travis and The Fratellis. Susan Boyle's album is the biggest-selling debut of all time - while she is not the first Scot to be successful in a reality talent competition. In The Scots Factor, STV remembers the many Scots who have lit up Britain's talent shows, including Leon Jackson, Michelle McManus, David Sneddon, Keith Jack - and Darius Danesh..

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Good times for 2010!

David is off to the States to write in January.

Dec 5th 2009 - Regal Room January gig is cancelled due to David's writing commitments and his possibly being out of the country early 2010. David blog -

he feels very badly about letting people down and says he plans to re-schedule the gig - soon I hope. The good news is his writing work is going very well. I do the site to support David's talents and his music, whether sung by other artists or by David himself.

'WHITE NOISE EP' - No 1 indiestore chart - July 1 to December 2009!

March 2009 - David's TOP SELLING "WHITE NOISE EP" back at NO 1 slot!

The Ep has topped the chart the past 3 consecutive years from 2007. Well done David!

Oct 2009 - GIG! Shuga Bhudda @ Regal Room Gig - Thursday January 28th 2010.  

For ‘One Night Only’ – as he works exclusively as a writer David will not be gigging again for a while. A full one off show with special guests.

(cancelled due to writing commitments)

Oct 2009 – David posted a blog about his break for 2 months from being online.

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October 13 2009 - Evening Times. Smiley 2003 Photo of David with article about a 27 year old Paisley girl singer Sharon Fehlberg & her band the Systematix.

She started Pace drama when she was 11 alongside the likes of James McAvoy and David Sneddon. She auditioned for X factor but never got in, and ‘ prefers the traditional recipe to success: hard work and talent. If you are born with a dream you should never let it go. People expect success too quickly, even I was guilty of that.’ I was guilty of not working as hard as I should have.’

David is so much better looking now!  

August 2009 - David signs new deal with major publisher SONY ATV

‘I’ll be working with various well-known pop acts. We’ve got some work lined up with other labels like Decca Records, Universal and Syco.'It’s a massive opportunity. To an extent, this is a bigger achievement than winning Fame Academy. To become a respected songwriter is something I’ve wanted for 15 years.' 

David has been completing his apprenticeship as a songwriter by penning tunes for a number of up-and-coming stars with James Mein.

“This deal has been in the pipeline for a year…we wanted to wait for the right deal. I’ve taken a bizarre route to become a songwriter. I don’t think there’s been another reality TV winner who took a back step to this side of the industry but I like being able to get on with my work. We had to prove ourselves...so that’s why we did a lot of development work.’

Could you attend a David charity Gig this year? Date: Nov - Oran Mor venue Glasgow -  great venue, good size and atmosphere etc. If David is too busy with writing commitments - then into 2010 - while I hope we can go for one in 2009!

July 7th 2009 – David performed at the Regal Rooms London

He was being a judge for a singer songwriter night and performed after.

No idea what he sang – perhaps he can manage time for a gig for his fans? Apparently some fans knew about this gig (?) We've not heard David do a gig for over 9 months now and it would be wonderful to hear him sing.

Disappointing.

July & August 2009 - WHITE NOISE EP No 1 indiestore

July 1st to 7th, 18th, 23rd to 31st. Angust 1 to 12th

NEW David Sneddon GROUP myspace

Please join. I wish I’d set this up ages ago, and it is good to have a place to chat and keep in touch occasionally while I am very busy with my photos. Post any news items etc. http://groups.myspace.com/davidsneddonfans

Over 5 years of my Photography on the David sneddon fansite! From the live gigs David performed – Fame academy concert April 2003 to the Scotcare gig last year in Oct 2008. I’ve set up a new photo site – includes David’s, Martians and many other artists. One on David’s Wikepedia page.

Capgemini Black and White Ball raises £55,000!

Held at Glasgow’s Hilton Hotel, the dinner was attended by over 400 of Scotland’s leading businessmen and women who were joined on the green carpet by David Sneddon and Miss Earth Scotland. Scottish TV celebrity, Bryan Burnett was Master of Ceremony.

June 2009 - David BLOG myspace - he says his writing work is going well.

While I wish for gigs and new songs it is also good that David is focusing 'for now' on his writing work.

une 2009 - NEW link SYTWs album reviews I’d not seen before. It inspired me to write a new review and made me feel very nostalgic thinking how much this album meant to me in 2003 six years ago and how much I looked forward to hearing where David would take his music. http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/music-records/seven-years-ten-weeks-david-sneddon/

May 25th 2009 – NO1 magazine website – Photos from the ball

*May 12 2009 - NEW! DAVID PHOTOS on Prince's Trust website

David was looking smart in a kilt and there is a photo of him in the white pedicar.

He also peformed at the ball. Press expected in No 1, Scottish Field and OK.

David didn't post on his myspace about this event. Oddly I was only a few streets away at the Hinterland festival Glasgow, you can see my photos here -

May 2 2009 - David rides pedicar to ball with Miss Earth Scotland.

Quote- ‘No stretch limos pulled up to decant the hosts, but a pedicar with Scottish singer David Sneddon on peddles, ferrying glamour in the form of Miss Earth Scotland, Courtney St John.’ Scotsman

May 22nd 2009 - HEAT magazine contacted me about a photo of David for an article called ‘Where Are They Now’  I was excited about the publicity for David but they didn’t published anything. The article ran 2 weeks ago.

May 2009 – The Ivor Novello Awards celebrate the unsung heroes: songwriters (Times Online May 15 2009) Interesting read. ‘They put words into the mouths of the hottest singers.

*May 1 2009 20:00 David is attending the 'Prince’s Trust Black and White Ball'

The Hilton, City Centre, Glasgow, Scotland. Tickets online £100.

COLNE DVD? anyone know about it?

David Gigs – Nostalgic for David gigs so I’ve put the Colne gig in my top Photo section.

Photos were taken with my small digital. This was a wonderful gig and many fans raved after about it, you can see the comments. This was my first time hearing David play piano and sing with John Kielty and his performance was mesmerising. I've been down for the May gigs the past 2 years. Sorry David – we do miss hearing your piano songs, hearing you sing.

March 7th 2009 - David's TOP SELLING "WHITE NOISE EP" back at NO 1 slot!

for another 2 weeks - Indiestore chart.  The Ep has topped the chart the past 3 consecutive years. Well done David.

*Feb 2009 - NEW management. David has posted that he is with new management for his writing work with James Mein.

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Dec 2008 - the "WHITE NOISE EP" still at top of indiestore chart, been there all of 2008!

*28 Oct 2008 - DEACON BLUE WEBSITE - Forum thread on David's Dignity on YouTube   Note: Deacon Blue website warning - Don’t enter the website from Google, as popups appear which attempt to install malicious software on the user's computer.

27 Oct 2008 - HALO BAR LONDON: PLEASE NOTE THAT DAVE GIBSON, DAVID SNEDDON AND JAY MEIN HAD TO CANCEL THEIR PERFORMANCE ON 28TH OCTOBER!

VOTE for 'DIGNITY'!

David Sneddon sang Deacon Blues ' Dignity' at the gig on the 9th for new Scottish song. I went on YouTube to have a listen,

20 Oct 2008- 'Flower of Scotland' knocked out to find Scotland's best-loved song.  

The competition launched by ScotsCare - the winner will be announced Nov 30. Voting on the charity's website has short-listed 5 songs -

Runrig's 'Loch Lomond'; '500 Miles' Proclaimers; Deacon Blue's 'Dignity'; 'Caledonia' Dougie McLean; Big Country's 'Fields of Fire'. EVENING TIMES

*October 9th 2008- THE BEDFORD for Scotcare: Fun, warm, challenging set.

Nostalgia, New Songs, Ep Songs. David sang a full set of 7 songs - White Noise, Scars, Dignity, One Old Soul, Little Houses, Without You, Stop Living The Lie.

Wonderful to hear ‘Without You’ live, David’s beautiful Celtic-tinged piano melody from his top SYTWs album. A strong favourite of many fans. David looked cool in a light grey suit.

*9th Oct 2008 -  Scotcare Charity gig at the Bedford

'A Celebration of Scottish Music' for St Andrews day with Treasure Tones, David Sneddon, Dave Gibson. Tickets are available online for £12 

 

12th September 2008 - Birthday boy David's Buddies head for 'Sned in the Park!'

Friends are travelling from both London & Glasgow to the village of Ermington in Devon for David's 30th birthday bash - where a marquee will be set up in the garden of girlfriend Eleanor Roffe’s family home. (Paisley Daily Express)

4th Sept 2008 - PACE founder David Wallace - celebrating its 20th anniversary. 

Wallace talks about how Pace gives children confidence and communication skills. He mentions 3 high profile successes from PACE – actor James McAvoy, singer Poalo Nutini and Fame academy winner David Sneddon. Good Press.

QUOTE: "And Fame Academy winner David Sneddon shot to fame after a 12 year spell with PACE. David had been at PACE since he was eight, when he won Fame Academy. He made a very brave decision to walk away from the limelight and concentrate on songwriting. He is tremendously successful doing his own thing."   2 Page Article with 4 pics - PLUS a nice pic of David I've not seen before.

I remember back in 2006 David gave a highly illuminating interview with FPR(Free Paisley Radio) about how important Pace drama was in his life, offering him something new and challenging while he was still at primary school.

‘I can more or less always spot if a child has something special. The really talented ones have an intensity.’ FULL ARTICLE IN PRESS

COMMMENT: 2007 was a very busy year for David - on top of his writing commitments he did a number of gigs and put out his EP. 2008 has been quieter. Artists have to travel a journey through their influences to find their own voice. Some make it to the other side. I knew when I heard the EP that David had found his voice. I keep hoping for another full set gig from David, the 4 or 5 songs gigs just don’t quite do it – not for an artist at David’s level. So while 2008 has been quiet, it has also been very exciting and encouraging to see all the positive interest in David and his music - on both YouTube and the Indiestore.

::August 17th 2008 - 'White Noise' EP is No 1 Indiestore chart

(18 months after its release!). The EP has been at the top of the chart the past 8 months - at No 2 and No 3 in July 2008. Which is really very impressive and I hope puts a big smile on David's face.

July 2008 – Songwriting: David has been writing with Nate James.

Nate headlined at the famous Montreal Jazz festival July 2008 to over 120,000 - where he is touring and ‘the Message’ (Top 5 Europe), co–written with David, is to be released in Canada.

*1 July 2008 - The Halo Bar : David headlining classy gig and venue!.

He sang Little Houses, Scars, NoOne and White Noise. 

Dave Gibson sang a strong set, including songs written with David and Jay.

David promises a full set as part of his Plan! Here's hoping.

23rd June 2008 - The famous Water Rats London - *David with no shoes!

sang a set of 5 songs - Little Houses, Scars, One Old Soul, My Plan and NoOne.

No new songs. His vocals were perfect and he projects so well - accomplished and exactly right.  

*17th June 2008 - At the Troubadour London **David’s best Vocal - 

David sang a longer set of 6 songs (much better than the divided sets).

Little Houses, Northern Lights, My Plan, Scars, One Old Soul, and No One.

On stage David is by turn funny, touching and vital.

June 2008 - NEW GIGS! - June 17 2008 8:00 The Troubadour London

June 23 2008 8:00 The Water Rats London

July 1 2008 8:00 The Halo bar London

*9th Jun 2008 - BEDFORD gig.

‘With David’s perfect Smile he Bares his Heart’ - David took to the Bedford stage to sing his heart out again. He sang: Little Houses, Lady Lullaby, Scars & NoOne.

Scars has a pure simplicity, very moving. 

17th May 2008 - NEW MAY GIG PHOTOS. I hope you enjoy. For Dave Gibson pics take a look at my Flickr Photo site, in GIGS 2008.

*MAY GIGS* 2008

David performed 4 new songs, co-written with backing guitarist David Mullins, whose guitar is 'creative and refreshing'. New Songs - Scars, Little Houses,

NoOne and My Plan - are guitar-led and quite different. Good to see David tapping his feet! David also backed Dave Gibson, who has a big soul voice.

New Songs !- Scars is already a favourite, Little Houses is stuck in my head, and NoOne is very moving. My Plan, I enjoy this song a lot. More challenging, they express questioning soul-searching, and great to hear David testing the boundaries.

 

*SONGWRITING News - Julian Perretta is supporting Mark Ronson and Nate James will be releasing 'The Message' in the US.

April 2008 – David announces a week of London GIGS! 

May 2008 - David is taking a break from his writing to gig & write new songs.

From April 30th to May 13th - Gardening Club, The Bedford, Regal Rooms,

The Cobden, Soho Revue Bar. 

28th March 2008 - The Regal Room Gig -The 3 Daves!

A Polished, Energetic & Perfect set.

David and David Mullins performed 2 sets of 6 songs. One Old Soul, Time, Anticipation, Insomnia, Lady Lullaby and White Noise. No new songs. David said he’d written over 40 songs for other artists the past 6 months he’s been busy writing.  He looked well and was in good form, in dark cord jacket and shiny red tie. David and Jay Mein also backed Glasgow singer songwriter Dave Gibson for his fun London debut gig of 6 songs. A fun-filled upbeat gig, with many fans watching on the webcam.

March 2008 - REGAL ROOM gig with Glasgow singer songwriter Dave Gibson

David returns to gigs in March 2008, after breaking his wrist playing football at Christmas - at the Regal Rooms Hammersmith. 'A night of acoustic magic with myself, Dave Gibson and special guests ;-)' Bookings 0208 748 2834

The Distillers, Fulham Palace Road, Hammersmith London

20th March 2008 – Julian Perretta (young singer David has been writing with in 2007) signs to Sony BMG , Columbia Records!  Julian joins a roster of incredible acts such as Mark Ronson, Alicia Keys, Jeff Buckley, Kasabian, Calvin Harris plus classic acts such as Frank Sinatra, Bob Dylan, The Clash and Miles Davis.

9th March 2008 - 'WHITE NOISE' EP No 1 Indiestore chart Jan, Feb & March 2008.  

The EP was also at the top of the chart for months in 2007.

0th Feb 2008 - 'White Noise' EP No. 1 INDIESTORE CHARTS!!

14th Jan 2008 - David's brilliant ‘WHITE NOISE’ EP is back in the Indiestore charts!   exactly a year after it was released.

Check out the 5 engrossing songs and acoustic vocals -David recorded the EP in ‘one live take’ with no special effects in sight. They are songs of the joy of love, with heartfelt lyrics and moving piano playing.

David’s songs express...‘deeply held emotions that capture clear and moving images; with his emotional piano, and his honest, expressive vocals and words.

12th Jan 2008 - David number one hit 'STOP LIVING THE LIE' on YouTube in their charts - with over 10,000 views in 3 months.  

31st Dec 2007 - DAVID IS PLASTERED AT HOGMANAY!! – David has broken his left wrist playing football recently. This may effect plans for any January gigs.

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NEWS 2007

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19/12/07 - SHE NEEDS TO KNOW,  David’s fab B side of his hit single Don't Let Go on YouTube accompanies an X files clip. Check it out -

*9/12/07 - The Leon king, Scotsman article on X factor winner Leon Jackson. It mentions Scottish survivors of music reality TV, and there is a nice bit on David. (most now do musical theatre – Darius Danesh, Michelle MacMannus etc. ) 

DAVID SNEDDON, FAME ACADEMY 2002

QUOTE: “IT'S BEEN to the industry's benefit that the diminutive Paisley lad chose music over his other passion, football. Now 29, the winner of the first BBC series of Fame Academy in 2002 has gone on to success not only as a singer, but perhaps more notably, as a songwriter for many top names.”

30th Nov 2007 - David travelled to Inverness to see his mate John Kielty’s dream of having his musical THE SUNDOWE (which won the Quest for a new musical in 2006) performed at Eden Court Theatre. John co-wrote for David’s ALBUM and they continued writing and performing together for several years. They started a band called the MARTIANS in 2002.

22/11/07 - Scots Brothers Write Horror Musical: Daily Record

When David shunned a life of pop stardom after winning a £1m recording deal, his co-writer John Kielty decided to write a musical. "When David won I went to London & co-wrote on his album. David chucked it quite early but we were still working with writers and flirting with record companies." The experience gave John, who played with David in band The Martians pre-Fame Academy, the chance to see what David didn't want. "We'd write great songs, and still the record company would want a different kind of song from what we were doing.

"Having said that, I learned my trade during that time in London. I said to David when he quit in 2003 that I was going to write a musical - populated by zombies, vampires and Martians." This was The Sundowe, a horror/comedy play which won Mackintosh's national competition, it opens Nov 30 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness, before touring in 2008. 3 part documentary, MacMusical BBC 2, 8pm 22nd Nov FULL ARTICLE IN PRESS

20/10/07 – THE REGAL ROOM - David played 3 new songs ‘The Bricks Move On’, ‘Rocket Ship’ and ‘Colder Blue.’ Also a treat to hear Julian Perretta sing,

he is a cool guy with an awesome voice.

‘It is not simply about the words, the notes or the rhythms – David links it home and connects to the heart.’ Last summer I felt the passions and heart of your new EP songs - but these songs are more multidimensional, yet light in feel, more depth in the lyrics and themes. David asked Jay about how they might record the songs and is taking a break from gigs for a while. (PHOTOS & REVIEW TO FOLLOW)

NEWS! Sept 2007 *KIC festival is offering a David mug! David Sneddon KICS Mug $11.99

David Sneddon at KIC 2007 - http://www.cafepress.com/kics.34055255

Aug 2007 *JAZZ BAR EDINBURGH (23,24,25th)  - Songs included One Old, Wish You Well, Time, Lady Lullaby, Insomnia, a great cover of Rocket Man, and David’s hit Stop Living The Lie/Nothing Ever Happens. David joined the Martians for 2 songs on the High Street before his Saturday gig, in black white trimmed sunglasses.

 

Thurs 22nd Aug 2007 - RADIO FORTH ONE - David & Chris Townsend. David sang White Noise.

*12/08/07 - KILSYTH International Carnival Scotland (David’s first up here in over a year!) The crowd was lining the grassy slope down to the Colzium stage. David's set went down well and they enjoyed hearing his hits – and Elton’s Rocket Man. A big treat to hear the moving ‘Wish You Well’ live.

David did 8 songs with David Mullins on backing guitar - One Old Soul, Don’t Let Go, Time, Rocket Man, Lady Lullaby, Stop living the Lie/ Nothing ever Happens, I Wish you well, White Noise.

Colzium park is an intimate park for a festival, with people dotting the grassy slopes down towards the main Colzium, stage. There was a Japanese tea ceremony in the Walled garden, an enclosed area for dancers and drummers, the waterside stage surrounded by stalls and rides and the Acoustic stage.

 

* 9th August 2007 JOHN KIELTY is backing on guitar @ THE JAZZ BAR Edinburgh festival gigs (23/24/25 August) and with the amazing Martians guys on the high street. (Harry – guitar, Houston – guitar, Gerry – very high falsetto voice!) They are guaranteed to put a Big smile on your face!

 *The very famous, very lovely and talented Mr john kielty (head Martian, musician, singer, songwriter, actor, playwright) met David while acting in a play in 2001 and they started a band the Martians together after doing some acoustic sets in Glasgow. They have written and played together ever since then. Check out JOHN’S BIO

SUMMER FESTIVALS!

18/07/07 Online TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

*12th August 2007 Noon – 6pm KILYSTH INTERNATIONAL CARNIVAL (KIC)

Colzium Country Park, Kilsyth, G65 OHY -

20 minutes from Glasgow. Free public parking @ Kilsyth (ten minute walk)

David will be performing an hour set approx 3pm on the Colzium Stage.

Headlining David Sneddon, Peatbog Faeries, Eletricat.

KIC 2007 showcases over thirty exciting music and dance acts across four stages. Now in it’s fifth year, in an ancient wooded glen, KIC is one of the best rural festivals in Scotland.

*23rd Aug 2007 The Jazz Bar, Chambers St, Edinburgh Festival 

TICKETS £5 -edinburgh fringe : Tel 0131 220 4298/ 0131 226 0000

23rd/ 24th/ 25/ August @ 7.30pm

David will play 3 acoustic gigs -  ‘My first time playing at The Edinburgh Festival for 5 years!’

David Sneddon & Chris Townsend (Acoustic Sessions)

David is back with his brilliant independent 'White Noise' EP. In this intimate acoustic showcase discover his new material with support from talented upcoming singer/songwriter Chris Townsend. 

18 Aug 2007 12:00 Live at the Lake, Cleethorpes 

**JUNE 2007 -  ‘KEEP OFF THE GRASS’ Radio Scotland** OR online Sky 0116 -

David is a Rangers FC supporter.

From Sat 16th June David is presenting a new radio show for 5 weeks @ 12.30

Taking over from "Off The Ball" during the football close season – David will take a look at summer without football (?), other sports, music, and more.

 15/06/07 - I'D RATHER BUSK ON STREETS THAN STILL BE LIVING THE LIE

Exclusive David Sneddon reveals why he turned his back on career as a pop star

' ..more chart success than any other reality show graduate. To date, David Sneddon has scored four No.1s - his own plus three foreign chart-toppers. "I still have the fairytale. I got the job I always wanted, not just fame and fortune." But where do you go once you've had the fairytale at 28? When you've supported Elton John and Bryan Adams, and proved you've got more than just a nice smile? ' DAILY RECORD

May 2007 -  Julian Perretta - David is currently writing with 18 year-old British singer Julian for his debut album... David says,' we are great friends and he's a huge talent to work with."

*MAY GIGS*

Regal Rooms Hammersmith, Sat May 5th- David at the grand piano played a set of 7 songs - One Old Soul, Time, Lady Lullaby (forgetting words again!), Rocket Man, Northern Lights, Salt Water,

White Noise. Classy, fab vocals.

The Bedford where David played first, Tues May 8th.

(David was listed to headline but had to get home). He sang -

One Old Soul, Time, Lady Lullaby, Rocket Man, Northern Lights, Salt Water, White Noise. Energetic awesome set.

Lastly the famous Troubadour venue in Earls Court, Wed May 9th.

Tonight David was 'keyboard-less' with David Mullins excellent backing guitar.

For the first set David was seated and sang One Old Soul, Time, Salt Water

For the second set he performed Rocket Man, Lady Lullaby and White Noise standing at the mic – brought back many memories. Soulful & intense.

(WILL POST MORE PICS SOON)

30/04/07 - The Boardwalk Sheffield: David on keyboards and backed by expertly by David Mullins on guitar played an excellent set on Monday. He sang 8 songs: One Old Soul, Time, Don’t Ask Why, Insomnia, Northern lights, Rocket Man, Salt Water, White Noise. The 2 new songs have a different ‘feel’ and energy about them – they are instantly catchy with thoughtful themes -‘Don’t Ask Why’ and ‘Salt Water:

23rd March 2007

 OBAN FM Cash for Kids On 23rd March David performed with top Ceilidh band Skerryvore at the sold out Cash for Kids Gala Dinner Dance, Argyllshire Gathering Halls, Oban.  

The event raised more than £11.000 for the charity.

David sang acoustically Elton’s Rocket Man on OBAN FM to great response. – on the live all day auction (103.3FM) with Neil and Alan. (He had met them at the Dunstaffnage festival last July.)  A big thanks to David for singing my request - how good is David at Elton! and Yes David has the ‘voice of an angel’ Alan..

MESSAGE FROM NEIL MACKAY

Hi David, A very big thanks to yourself and David Mullins for coming to Oban and playing the Oban Fm Cash For Kids Gala Evening, what a belter!, the atmosphere can only be described as electric. The whole night was nothing short of superb. We still have money coming in with the current total in the region of £11,000. The climax of the evening was when David Sneddon came on stage with one of Scotland’s top Ceilidh Bands - Skerryvore and sang ' Brown Eyed Girl' the sell out gig went wild. www.skerryvore4.com

All in all an event you can be proud to have been involved in - haste ye back.

** Gala Dinner Dance with band Skerryvore - This event is SOLD OUT.

DAVID LIVE!! - 3pm 23rd March OBAN FM -

on the live all day auction. From 9am - 5pm, Neil, Alan and Harry will be holding an auction - Tune in to 103.3FM.

28/02/07 – David announces future gigs!

23 Mar 2007 7:00 FM Cash For Kids OBAN

Argyllshire Gathering Halls, Gala Dinner Dance with band Skerryvore

Tickets £30. Evening starts 7.00 for 7.30 pm until 2.00am cashforkids@uwclub.net 07831 883366

30 April 2007 8:00 Boardwalk, Sheffield(with Chris Townsend &Nigel Wilson)

8 May 2007 8:00 The Bedford London

9 May 2007 8:00 The Troubadour London

Feb 2007 - It has been a busy and rewarding few months for David. He has put out his first recording in years, and with little promo is very pleased at how well it is selling.

The 'White Noise' EP has been high in the Indie Charts since its release, hovering at No1 and No2 and now holding its own.

*Song Writing - David's writing career is on a roll and he has been working hard as a writer since moving to Polydor in January, in fact he says his wrist are aching from playing piano. *One Old Soul - Is the stand out track on David's new EP. This awesome love song has had - The most positive feedback. Sold the highest number of downloads.

23/02/07 - The Hobbit, Southampton, with Chris Townsend & HiFlyer

David sang One Old Soul, Time, Northern Lights, Anticipation, Rocket man & White Noise, he went down well with the mostly student audience.

17/02/07 – Daily Mail: Reality Check, ‘I don’t have any regrets’

DAVID interview: 'I’ve known since I was 15 that I wanted to make a living out of music.' David has been doing the acoustic circuit in London. ‘I’m not sure where I want to take it though.’ ARTICLE IN PRESS

5/02/07 - Betsey Trotwood : David performed at an Acoustic showcase.

He said how well the EP is selling. REVIEW AND PHOTOS -

In his blog he says he will still do occasional gigs, but plans a couple of months focusing more on his writing.

27/01/07 - The Regal Rooms - Tony Moore’s new venue (thanks Tony for encouraging new artists).

Even though David had the flu his vocals were on top form, he sounded amazing. David sang One Old Soul, Time, Anticipation, Northern lights, Lady Lullaby, White Noise.

 “David’s songs capture emotional moods so clearly I disappear for those moments.”

"It was probably the best Sneddon gig I've been to, seriously lost for words the whole night!

17/01/07 - This Week's UK indiestore.com Picks: 'WHITE NOISE' DAVID SNEDDON

"The real shame is that David Sneddon will forever be labelled as that bloke who won 'Fame Academy'. A shame because he's a considerable talent who deserves a fairer hearing. With his rich Scots burr much in evidence, this is that fair hearing. Listen up."

6/01/07 -  The Boathouse Cambridge, the last gig of the MySpace Lads Tour.

An intimate loft, and the guys rocked. He looks on top form and speaks of how well the EP is doing so far, which surprises him, as he’s done no promo.

David performed - One Old Soul, Time, God Or No God, Anticipation, Lady Lullaby & White Noise. REVIEW & PICS

18/01/07 - The SUN & the Daily Record printed a paparazzi's photographs of David's Cambridge gig, & an article about David playing these small venue gigs. It's great the Sun is givng David free promo! He is really enjoying these gigs, that's how music works best. 

14/01/07 - Review Bristol Evening Times - David Sneddon who, accompanying himself on piano with David Mullins providing additional guitar and vocal accompaniment, was next up. The one-time chart topper said: "I'm a songwriter and I write pop songs for other people." If so, he has been holding back some of the best stuff for himself, for there was nothing cheesy about the strong and well-crafted songs like Time and Insomnia.

FULL REVIEW IN PRESS.

11/01/07 -  Thanks! Just wanted to thank everyone who's bought the EP so far! I didn't do any real promo for this and wasn't expecting to sell as much as I have so it's a surprise. Very appreciated. Maybe see some of you at the upcoming gigs. Thank you please. David

**January TOUR with CHRIS TOWNSEND & JAKE HOOK**

16/01/07 – The Boathouse Cambridge

An intimate loft, and the guys rocked. David performed - One Old Soul, Time, God Or No God, Anticipation, Lady Lullaby & White Noise.

 

14/01/07 - Covent Garden

David played an afternoon slot to a large audience - One Old Soul, Time, Rocket man, Anticipation, Lisa, Lady Lullaby & White Noise.

10/01/07 - Jericho Tavern, Oxford.

David performed 9 songs with David Mullins - One Old Soul, Time, Insomnia, Back For Good, Rocket Man, Anticipation, Lady Lullaby, Lisa and White Noise.

9/01/07 - The Fleece and Firkin, Bristol.

Performed 5 songs - One Old Soul, Time, Lisa, Insomnia & White Noise.

8/01/07 - The Bull & Gate, Kentish Town.  Chris was on first, followed by Jake on piano and David headlining. Accompanied by David Mullins on guitar, David performed 6 songs, One Old Soul, Time, Rocket Man, Insomnia, Lady Lullaby, Anticipation and White Noise. Here’s to a great tour guys!

04/01/07 - Interview with Chris Townsend - "I met David in London…and he's really interesting. ..I met Jake through MySpace and then met up with him in London. We decided to do these five shows together and if these go well we'll go up north and do some there as well. At the moment, we are sticking to southern dates because it is difficult to organise without a lot of tour support."

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NEWS 2006

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30/12/06 - BBC Radio Scotland's Off the Ball - David was on this very funny show today with Tam Cowan and Stuart Cosgrove.

21/12/06 Review HighBarn Dunmow Broadcast  - IT WAS standing room only at High Barn in Great Bardfield as David Sneddon. ..played a 90-minute "This is an amazing venue.. I would rather play here than Wembley. "

The performance was stripped down with only two musicians on stage. Sound engineer- "The crowd loved him. He's a very talented performer and he played a great set that obviously went down well with the audience."

*16/12/06 - HIGH BARN gig. David sang an excellent selection of 13 songs: One Old Soul, Time, God or No God, Rocket Man, Lazy, Liza, Anticipation, Insomnia, Northern Lights, So This is Christmas, Lady Lullaby, Don’t Let Go, White Noise. Something seasonal, something past on the album, a hit single, a song from the artist who most inspired his music, a brand new song, and the five songs for the new EP. With new backing guitarist David Mullen, providing an assured & relaxed backdrop, David was headlining.

New song Anticipation is a huge song, and is instantly catchy.

I’m so glad things are happening at last – Long Time Coming certainly David!!! 

**7/12/06 -  *NEW EP release date - 10th January* 

It is wonderful David is getting his songs out to a wider audience at LAST! to have at gigs and online, and to spread the word on his awesome songs!

 - The track listing looks fun filled!! -

EP Tracks: White Noise. Time. Lady Lullaby. One Old Soul. Wish You Well

2 Sham songs recorded in 2004 are on David's myspace page, Fallen Angel and Goodbye Baby.

 

*29/11/06 DAVID interview on Paisley Radio FPR

David gave a very informative chat with Vicky, answering questions we’ve been wanting to ask the past 4 years! - on Pace youth drama, FA, walking away and future plans!

27/11/06 -  Cobden Club in Nottinghill, with new guitarist David Mullens. David did a gig at a favourite venue to a packed audience. He introduced new song, Anticipation, and also sang, One Old Soul, Northern Lights, Time, Lady Lullaby & White Noise.  (David is doing a full set at the Highbarn gig Dec 16th!)

25/11/06 - HIT THE JACKPOT  - Great Press. Article about how songwriters make their fortunes, and chat with John MacLaughlan. 'David struck me as someone who would do well, I'm delighted for him.'  Another BIG mention of David’s songwriting successes. Great vibes!!

*24/11/06 -  Songwriting success!  David has a string of hit songs, one for soul star Nate James, The Message, which topped the charts across Europe & Asia; and for Dutch star Van Velsen. DAILY RECORD

This is a VERY positive article from the Scottish press, He has 4 songs that are hits world wide.

20/10/06 - David’s song, Baby Get Higher, is a big hit in Holland for Dutch artist Van Velsen. www.vanvelzenmusic.com

**GIGs 2007! 

20/11/06 David announces gigs with Jake Hook & Chris Townsend in Bristol, Oxford, Cambridge & London.

*16/11/06 – Marylebone Christmas Lights, with gloved hands for the winter chill, David sang Don't Let Go, Northern Lights, White Noise. Tony brought him back for an encore and David performed his hit single Stop Living The Lie – his voice soaring over the crowd. David was on a stage lit up with decorative owls sat in blue- illuminated trees, and white fairy lights – all very magical including a Harry Potter star!

*9/11/06 - Troubadour Gig: David & John performed at their best a professional set with wonderful vocals: One Old Soul, Northern Lights, God or No God, Lady Lullaby, Time, White Noise.

John’s backing vocals blend so well, his deeper baritone alongside David’s tenor voice. I am proud of the route David has chosen, he is working hard writing, recording and doing gigs. At the moment recording his EP, which will be called White Noise. He has a total of five songs doing really well worldwide, one for a fairly big pop star in America.

NEW HORIZONS - John is off to the US!

**John is moving to San Francisco January 25th. Before that he will be playing Aladdin in panto at the Kings theatre in Glasgow.

David announced. ‘After tonight my good friend John Kielty is off to America.’ After the gig David simply said, ‘Thanks John.’  I hope they spent a great few days in London.

Kielty the writing has been great, I always knew there was a reason we were mates.’ Memories of David & John: I have several pages – Lyrics, Photos, John’s Bio.

John has entertained & inspired us - I wish him every success, and send him a personal thanks. It’s rare to find a musical connection like this, and I know they will keep writing together. Best of luck John. (PHOTOS AND FULL REVIEW TO FOLLOW)

*8/11/06 David Blog's – David loves being a songwriter and also gets a buzz from the live gigs. He has 4 hit songs world wide, one for an American pop star. 'I love being a songwriter. It's a weird thing though. This week I've had 4 songs picked up around the world for various artists...a few hit records in the top 10. Tonight however, I play the Troubadour with MY songs to an intimate but passionate crowd and get a bigger buzz!!! I love these gigs I'm playing at the moment, it feels like a whole part of the London music scene I missed out on. It's fun meeting the other musicians on the circuit…with my writing doing well I could happily gig till I've got a bus pass.'

6/10/06 - Betsey Trotwood, London. David & John(sporting a beard which caused some Jesus jokes!) performed at this cosy venue. They did 4 songs, White Noise, Northern Lights, Lady Lullaby and God or No God, and got a great reception. EP out in December and to be called 'White Noise'.

23/10/06 - 2tooMuch venue, a Rainforest Festival in Soho, David performed another solo set at the small and packed Bar. At a grand piano that took up most of the stage, he sang One Old Soul, Liza, Lady Lullaby & White Noise, to a disparate audience of artists, gay men and petite oriental ladies! His set was delayed from 5.30 to 9pm. And camera men were causing a bit of chaos around the stage - all sounds a bit chaotic! But hopefully he made some new fans!

*9/10/06 - David Solo - David took to the familiar Bedford stage - with his keyboards centre stage he did a confident set of five songs. His vocals were expressive and richer in tone, he came over very strongly, and connected well with the audience.  Full Review

*6/10/06 David to sing at Scotland captain Barry Ferguson's MBE party 

Oct 28th, a Halloween-theme bash for 200 guests. Songwriter Sneddon, who recently penned the international smash hit ,The Message, for soul singer Nate James. "I can't give too much away but, yes, I am playing at his party, which is brilliant." Sneddon is playing a series of acoustic gigs in London and is working on a new album, due next year.

Comment : DAVIDS' NEW ALBUM - Due out next year (???) There is no time now for an album this year, it takes months to get an album released etc etc etc. At least David has promised us an EP soon, don't let us down this time David. Paulinex

It will be good for David to get his music OUT there soon.

4/10/06  Cobden Club, Nottinghill – David & John, did another successful gig at the music night, with David smart in white shirt and black tie. They headlined, performed 2 sets, and are varying things with the two new songs. They did 'Johnny's Guitar, Time, White Noise, and Lisa, Insomnia, One Old Soul.

**DAVID GIGS 2006

8th Nov 2006 8:00, The Troubadour, Old Brompton Rd, Earls Court, London Tel 020 7370 1434

The Troubadour Sessions, every Wednesday of the month, is the best place to check out the freshest sounds on the live music scene.... great atmosphere and musicianship of distinction.

*9th Oct 9 2006 8:00, The Bedford London

Shakespearean Globe, The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill,Balham, London SW12 9HD

tel: 0208 682 8940

*3rd Oct 2006 8:00 Cobden Club, Kensal Rd, Nottinghill, London.

(THIS GIG WAS SCHEDULED FOR 2nd OCT - BUT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO THE 3rd) Entry is £5 via guestlist only.

To be added to David's guestlist please contact David on -

One of the clubs regular music nights/

19/09/06 – David another gig at the Troubadour stage solo for a few songs, in red tie for a rock n roll Kabaret night – he performed his soulful set opener One Old Soul, album favourite Lazy, and 2 songs about two Scottish mates - ‘Johnny’s guitar’ and ‘Lisa.’

05/09/06  NEW EP! - Over the past month from July 13th to August 16th David and John have enjoyed doing nine gigs in London & Scotland.

David is really enjoying these gigs and is now recording an EP with plans for more gigs soon – after his holiday. He has mentioned gigs up north so fingers crossed.

08/08/06 - Paisley Express: David’s back on Song for a Very special Gig

A very personal interview with David. He talks about his fond memories of his Uncle Jimmy. David and his family are teaming up to raise money for vital medical treatment for his uncle, Jimmy Mackinnon, who has been diagnosed with incurable Motor Neurone disease. “I shall be at the piano singing my songs &, John Kielty, will accompany me on guitar…There will be no set formula, we shall just sing and play along as the mood takes us”

Before the year is out, David hopes to release a new album.

The show will be held Johnstone Town Hall, Ludovic Square, from 8pm- 1 pm.

30/07/06 - BENEFIT GIG

*Aug 12 2006 8:00 - Town Hall, Johnstone near Paisley Scotland

  Motor Neurone Benefit Gig

  Ludovic Square, Johnstone PA58EG

David will be doing a special Fundraising gig to raise funds for his Uncle Jim McKinnon, who has Motor Neurone disease (MND).

This is an incurable disease that slows down the bodies processes – a group of progressive neurological disorders that destroy motor neurones, the cells that control voluntary muscle activity such as speaking, walking, breathing, and swallowing.

All money raised will go toward an experimental new treatment.

Tickets are £10, and are available at Cafe Borgia Paisley: Tel 0141 889 2538

Paisley hotel info - http://www.hotels.uk.com/accommodation/hotels-accommodation-uk/Paisley/bed_and_breakfast_Paisley.htm

Wikepedia page -http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motor_neuron_disease

 

*Many have very kindly offered donations if unable to make this gig

David’s cousin Angela Murphy has set up a fundraising account

Please make cheques payable to: 'Angela Murphy Charity' -

Angela Murphy Charity c/o Royal Bank of Scotland

Barrhead Branch, 29 Cross Arthurlie Street,

Barrhead, Glasgow G78 1QY

Direct Transfers - "Angela Murphy Charity"

Sort Code: 831604

Account No: 00207173

Branch address: 29 Cross Arthurlie St, Barrhead (Tel: 0141 881 9419)

21/07/06 - PRESS:

‘Paisley poster boy David is making a comeback as a solo singer-songwriter … who doesn’t sound anything like Elton John!’ The Evening Times

(plus a mention of Oran Mor Gig & Benefit Gig in Johnstone)

29/06/06 – Nate James ‘The Message’co-written by David, Top Ten in Italy Singles charts, plus Top 20 on Airplay in Europe & Japan

11/05/06 - ACOUSTIC GIGS with John Kielty -

*Aug 16, 8:00, The Troubadour, Old Brompton Rd, London (near Earls Court)

Tel 020 7370 1434, The Troubadour Sessions, every Wednesday of the month, ... low temperature centre of courtesy, peace & artistic energy.

*Jul 29th, 4:30 Dunstaffnage Music Festival Oban, Argyll Scotland

*Jul 22nd, 7:00 Òran Mór, Glasgow. A converted church in Glasgows University area

*Jul 19th, 8:00 acoustic night 'The Big Secret' Ginglik London; Tel 07714207914, £5 , Shepherds Bush, London

*Jul 17th, 8:00 High Barn, Great Bardfield, Braintree,Essex : Tel 01371 811291

"High Barn is a small, intimate music focused venue. The structure lends itself to fantastic acoustics and ensures that every evening feels and sounds special."

*Jul 13th, 8:00, Shakespearean Globe theatre The Bedford London;

Tel 0208 682 8940, south London. Also shown live on their Webcam, with Quicktime

05/05/06 – DAVID GIGS 2006!! David announces plans for acoustic gigs with John Kielty: at Dunstaffnage Music festival in Oban (29th July) with SAHB, the Alex Harvey band, And the Bedford, and a gig in Glasgow.

More details to follow.

05/06 -  NATE JAMES - Takes 'the Message' to Europe: Tour dates for release of his Album, Set The Tone/ Nate’s first single release in Europe, The Message, co-written with David is currently playlisted on MTV and radio stations in Europe!! upfront of a July/Aug release. Nate's debut album Set The Tone is set for re-release on June 5th in the UK.

07/04/06 - David's Broken ankle - He has broken his ankle playing 5 a side football on Thursday. He’s in plaster and feeling a bit sorry for himself! Perhaps he’ll be able to write ‘bitter bitter songs’ as he says on MySpace. You can post there and wish him a speedy recovery.

Latest from David 03/04/06

David in the Writing Zone: David has put 2 demo songs on MySpace – 'White Noise' and 'Lady Lullaby'. He says he is writing some of the best he’s ever done so he is trying to get as much written and recorded while he is ‘feeling it’  And also working on the right sound for his new album, so after he’s done he says, he’ll be out doing ‘intimate gigs.’

Fan Mail: David thanks everyone for all the mail on MySpace, and that he enjoys reading it all! He's posted a reply on -

Plus Nate news – Nate is going down a storm in Japan, his Album is selling well and ‘ The Message’ is to be a single there.   

10/03/06  DAVID'S NEW SONGS are now on Phonic8 MySpace page! - 'Insomnia' and 'God or No God' -

Phonic8 is the Studio run by Jake Goslin and Jay Mein.

02/3/06 David has set up a MySpace page – so check it out! He’s continuing to work on the new album, and he says it has an 'acoustic indie pop/rock' feel to it..., but most importantly it has some very strong songs.

11/01/06 ‘WHAT A CARRIE ON’ Daily Record -

David Grant, best known as a voice coach on FA show, spoke about how popular David was on the show, and that being a pop performer wasn’t the path for him. (or for John from S Club apparently). Interesting comments from someone in the business... "David Sneddon was very smart. When you play the pop music game as a performer, writing and recording take up very little time and the rest of the week is spent promoting. Fame Academy gave him the platform he needed. "

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 The gigs here are about that magic music connection. I was pleased with these photos and I hope they capture David's depth and integrity.

 The Jazz Bar gigs were full of every emotion – from heartache to joy, loss and comfort and that mystic musical connection. .

 the Regal Room Oct 2007 -  David links it

home and connects to the heart.’

 JAZZ BAR  David thrilled fans by singing his number 1 hit Stop Living The Lie.

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