Dave Caruso Music

Smart. Melodic. Pop.

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2nd Teaser.

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Better things are on the way!

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Don’t miss this one!

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Join me for an evening of my favorite music from the 60s, the 70s and me. Enjoy carefully selected melodic music from singer-songwriters, sunshine pop, jangle pop, acoustic guitar and keyboard pop, one-hit-wonders, singers and bands of the 60s and 70s, and of course, yours truly. Weather permitting, the event will be held behind the building, otherwise look for us indoors.  Bring a lawn chair. -- Dave Caruso

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Are you listening?  Have you heard? An exciting new episode of Songwriter Stories is waiting for you wherever you podcast, and at SongwriterStories dot com.  Share the love! In this episode, we deconstruct The Beatles song, "Let It Be," which peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and Contemporary Singles charts, and went to #1 in eight other countries.  It was also certified Double Platinum in sales by the RIAA (selling over 2 million copies).  While anyone can easily appreciate this massive hit song by listening casually or singing along, we can gain greater insight about Let It Be's inner workings by digging a bit deeper into the music and lyrics. If you like the show, please help other listeners find it by reviewing us wherever you listen.  Thank you!--Dave Caruso / Host

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A BIG guest for our 25th episode! An exciting new episode of Songwriter Stories is waiting for you wherever you podcast, and at Songwriter Stories dot com.  Share the love! For guitar pop aficionados, Matthew Sweet’s keen sense of melody has elevated him to the heights of Power Pop royalty.  I spoke with Mr. Sweet about his new album, Catspaw, as well as a few choice songs from his back catalog. While we weren't slated for a full-on, retrospective chat, our discussion uncovers the evolution of Matthew's recording process from the mid ‘80s through today.  Along the way, we talk about some of Sweet's classic music and pay homage to his most celebrated guest personnel. If you like the show, please help other listeners find it by reviewing us wherever you listen. Thank you!--Dave Caruso / Host

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No matter how excited a songwriter might be about their current project or how much care and effort it took to bring it to life, wide acceptance is never a sure thing, especially for an indie.  I'm honored by the fantastic response to my latest album, Radiophonic Supersonic.  Many thanks to everyone who listened to, bought, reviewed, played, promoted, ranked, or sang along with it. -- Dave Caruso

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An exciting new episode of Songwriter Stories is waiting for you wherever you podcast, and at SongwriterStories.com. Share the love!

In this episode, I talk with Jon Auer about the birth of The Posies, writing songs, making guitar parts interesting, his solo music, his 17 years as a member of the reformed band, Big Star, and much more.

And don't forget to visit Jon's episode page at SongwriterStories.com, which includes a specially built Artist Sampler.

If you like the show, please help other listeners find it by reviewing us wherever you listen. Thank you!

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A Piece of the Action

A Piece of the Action, a song by Dave Caruso on Spotify

My new song, "A Piece of the Action,"  opens with a shout-out to the always lovely @JoanSeverance.

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Happy Friday!

My new album, “Radiophonic Supersonic” is finally here!

Today, Fri 12/04/20, Bandcamp is waiving its merchant fees to indie recording artists like me for all your purchases. That means: 1) Today is a great day to shop 2) Bandcamp is the best place to get my music

If you're new to Bandcamp, head over there and create a free account, so you can: - hear every song from start to finish before you buy - purchase whole albums or just individual songs from Bandcamp artists - get unlimited access to the digital tracks of purchased CDs

In addition: - For the 1st time ever, all 5 of my solo releases are available, both as digital downloads and on Compact Disc (more than 35 songs!) - Each of my digital album downloads will include a PDF lyric booklet & a song video - You'll even find men's & women's Radiophonic Supersonic tee shirts (just click "Merch" on the menu)

Here's the link to my bandcamp page: https://DaveCaruso.Bandcamp.com

I hope my music will make you feel a little bit better, at a time when you need it most.

Dave Caruso

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Coming this week, new music from Dave Caruso!

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An exciting new episode of Songwriter Stories is waiting for you wherever you podcast, and at SongwriterStories.com. Share the love!

In this episode, I talk with ERIC BAZILIAN of THE HOOTERS about his band, his solo and duo albums, his studio work, his co-writing, and of course his 1995 worldwide hit as recorded by Joan Osborne, “One of Us.”

If you like the show, please help other listeners find it by reviewing us wherever you listen. Thank you!

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A new episode of Songwriter Stories is waiting for you wherever you podcast, and at https://SongwriterStories.com.

In this episode, I talk with MARSHALL CRENSHAW about songwriting, collaboration, recording vocals, and songs spanning his entire career.  In our Writers Room we’ve created a Spotify sampler, where you can check out recommended music from Marshall’s studio albums you may have missed.

Are you subscribed yet?  If you like the show, please help other listeners find it by reviewing us wherever you listen. Thank you!

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A new episode of Songwriter Stories is waiting for you wherever you podcast, and at the Songwriter Stories website. Please spread the word!For our 20th episode, we're excited to share our interview with folk/pop songwriter WESLEY STACE about his early years, recording under the name JOHN WESLEY HARDING. On his early albums, JWH recorded with drummer Pete Thomas and bassist Bruce Thomas of The Attractions, and his song "I'm Wrong About Everything" was featured on the soundtrack to John Cusack's "High Fidelity." In our Writers Room, we've linked to Wes' recording project, The Community Coronation Covers.  His fans made a wish list of dream artists who would sound great covering his songs, and Wes contacted those artists and is making those dream match-ups come true. If you like the show, please help other listeners find it by reviewing us wherever you listen. Thank you! --Dave Caruso / Host

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A new episode of Songwriter Stories is waiting for you wherever you podcast, and at the Songwriter Stories website. Please spread the word!

In this episode, I talk with the multi-talented Greg Pope. Since Greg is a songwriter who also makes movies, I used a few of my questions to find out where his filmmaking and songwriting philosophies meet.  It's a cool conversation, with music clips galore.

In our Writers Room, you'll love our two Bonus Talk segments -- about mixing time signatures and about appreciating the band, Kiss.

If you like Songwriter Stories, please consider reviewing it in Apple Podcasts (iTunes). Thank you!

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A new episode of Songwriter Stories is available wherever you podcast, and at the Songwriter Stories website.  Please spread the word!

In this episode, I talk with singer-songwriter WILLIE WISELY about artistic freedom vs. audience and industry expectations, re-purposing songs, and the clock as a collaborator.  I even threw him a songwriting question couched in Batman terms, which Mr. Wisely tossed back thoughtfully and without hesitation.

In our Writers Room, our Bonus Talk about artist websites and house concerts is well worth your time.

If you like Songwriter Stories, please consider reviewing it in Apple Podcasts (iTunes). Thank you!

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4 different 8-wk songwriting classes start in September in Southgate and Dearborn (Michigan).  Sign up now.