David Celia & Co.

Introducing David Celia from the outskirts of Toronto, Canada. David is an innovative
singer/songwriter and astonishing guitar player, known for his spontaneously driven live
performances. He tours frequently across Canada and Europe (Glastonbury Festival,
DUNA JAM, Desertfest Berlin) and is quoted as “One of Toronto’s best guitar players” by
CBC Radio. David’s music has consistently appeared on the CBC, BBC and WNYC in New
York. Even the legendary Gordon Lightfoot is a fan.
David has performed live on BBC2’s highly regarded Bob Harris national radio show
several times.
– “This Is Superb. A Gem” -Bob Harris. BBC Radio 2.
– “I like the sentiment in your lyrics” – Gordon Lightfoot
David’s reputation as a guitarist has led him to play with many local Canadian artists in
their bands, including legendary Alt-Country/folk singers Ian & Sylvia Tyson and acts
diverse as Icelandic alt/pop star Emiliana Torrini. He’s supported shows for Elvis Costello,
Badly Drawn Boy, Colour Haze, My Sleeping Karma, Fairport Convention, Ron
Sexsmith, Martha Wainwright + more. He’s also had the pleasure of meeting and
playing music with the late great Pete Seeger. Many Duna Jam Highlights include mega
jam with Cristophe Lindemann of Kadavar and many more.
In April 2024, he released a new single “Wake Up Again” and went on to tour in Europe/
UK, including Glastonbury once again. He’s currently in the process of recording the next
album at a studio in Wales.
He and drummer Clifford Rutherford will be joined by David’s two sons Marcus and Lucas
on Bass and second Guitar. Together, they sing catchy, psychedelic songs with 3-part
Beatlesque/Byrds style harmonies plus open musical improvisations.
LINKS:
www.davidcelia.com
https://www.instagram.com/davidceliamusic/
https://www.facebook.com/davidceliamusic/
Spotify: http://tiny.cc/6j44vz
– “David Celia is one of the best talents to hit Merseyside from North America” – Alex
McKechnie, Cavern Club Liverpool, England
– “David is an incredible performer” -Hilly Krystal, Owner, CBGB’s , New York City