As you float through the lush – yet somehow sparse arrangement, you’ll start to wonder how much time has passed on Earth.” - Corey Montgomery

The Hard Times

A cross of crooner-friendly nostalgia and synth-pop whimsy, “Turtleneck” is a winning track from Dave Heatwave.” - Mike Mineo

Obscure Sound

Who is Dave Heatwave?

Produced by the nectar of the Cosmos, Dave Heatwave hails from the molten ball of light at the center of our solar system. Part wrestler, part glam superstar, Dave is a self-proclaimed “sunling” whose attraction to our ever-warming planet led him here with a mission to bring Earth back into harmonic alignment with the Universe. A true romantic and passionate spirit, Dave aims to captivate his listeners with his unique perceptions of love, pain, and desire, all the while inviting them along to partake in his galactic journey.

Dave is an LA-based artist bringing a bold new voice to retro-futuristic pop, fusing 80s-inspired synth-wave with the smoky swagger of an off-strip lounge act. His sultry baritone voice evokes shades of Ian Curtis, Elvis Presley, and Spaceghost, soaring triumphantly over a complex landscape of synthesizers and drum machines. In 2025, he released his first full length LP, "Star City" in addition to writing and producing the theme song for "Weird Kids" - the breakout show created by the minds behind the hit series Critical Role.

The Dave Heatwave live experience can be described as dynamic, weird, danceable, and queer-friendly - often resonating well with adventurous, underground-leaning crowds. He has opened for acts such as Planet Booty, Trey Magnifique, and David Liebe Hart of Adult Swim's Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job!

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