About

Dave Gillis (guitars, vocals) is an accomplished songwriter, singer, and guitarist who has been gigging since his early teenage years. He has recorded several albums with top studio musicians, including Shimmer and Shake, Fault Lines, and The Day You Left. Dave's vocals are powerful yet refined; his rich and complex voice brings a unique character to every song. On guitar, Dave can do it all, from laying back to support the rest of the band with his solid rhythm playing to taking the spotlight with his legendary high-octane guitar solos.

Dana Gregory (drums, vocals) is one of the most talented and highly sought-after drummers in town. Dana's deep pocket grooves and tasteful, supportive playing breathe life into the mix. Dana's skills extend far beyond the kit, as he has a great ear for backing vocals and is finding himself featured as a lead singer on an increasing number of the Daddies' tunes. Dana has also added several of his high-energy original compositions to the setlist which brings a new dimension to our shows.

The Daddies' most recent addition, Jimmy Gondoli (guitars), has truly taken the band to new heights. Jimmy's playing brings the sizzle and the spice to the group. An incredibly gifted musician, Jimmy's rock-solid rhythms add clarity and crispness to the band's sound. Jimmy is also a phenomenal lead player, and the rest of the group feeds off the energy of his tasteful and melodic lines. Jimmy's guitar work attests to a complete mastery of the instrument and his playing is sure to grab the attention of even the most casual audience member.

Charlie Freeman (bass, vocals) rules the low end of the sonic spectrum with his tight and punchy playing. Well-versed in a variety of styles, Charlie's creative and supportive bass lines complement the rest of the group. Charlie's distinctive playing style brings the energy needed to get people up off their feet and onto the dance floor.

The Blacktop Daddies feature a wide selection of covers in rock, blues, country, and Americana styles, including Tom Petty, ZZ Top, Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Gov't Mule, Dwight Yoakam, Jimi Hendrix, etc.

We also enjoy playing our original music depending on the venue. Our talented guitarist Dave Gillis is an acclaimed songwriter who writes compelling and catchy tunes in a variety of styles. Check out Dave Gillis on Apple Music.

The Blacktop Daddies are available for club dates, festivals, concerts, etc. We are sure to put on a lively, high-energy show that will appeal to all audiences. You can check us out online by listening to a sample of our music.

Please contact us to arrange a booking for your next event!!!