Richard Dance Music

I am a world-touring guitarist with a musical career that spans twenty nations on six continents. I have opened for a few musical legends and shared the stage or studio with players from the bands of Lyle Lovett, Dr. John, Stevie Nicks, and Glen Campbell, among other greats.

I now write for film & TV. Genres: soul, funk, blues, R&B, jazz, rock, & country. Though I am versatile, my favorite signature sound is comparable to The Meters and Booker T & The MG's. I can take this in a funk, southern soul, rock fusion, or jazz/lounge/chill direction, using B3, Rhodes piano, vibraphone, clavinet, and cool synths, depending on the flavor required. All tracks have my cool guitar tones, whether clean or gained. I am a professional and deliver on time.

CRITIQUES

"Mr. Crawdaddy, I dig your style. It's like Memphis, New Orleans, and Muscle Shoals all livin' in the same man!"

Albert Collins, Legendary Blues Guitarist

“Deft handling of American Roots Music.”

Danger Dog Review, Philadelphia, PA

"I saw you staring at me from across the bar. I thought you wanted to fight or something...but let's drink first."

Eric Clapton

"Lots of energy, humor and creativity to share with all! My man Crawdaddy is a deep well for sure.”

Chuck Hall, New Product Development, Fender Musical Instruments

"The f'n Crawdaddy...badass."

Al Ortiz, bassist and songwriter with Stevie Nicks

"Shows amazing skill & total ease moving across a broad territory of blues, funk, & rock."

Metallus Music Review, Milano, Italy

"A joyous mix of dance floor grooves, sparkling guitar lines, cool organ work, a real soulful feel with dollops of funk and a subtle variety of styles that draw you in."

Pete Feenstra
Get Ready to Rock Music Reviews, London