Although still relatively young in blues years, Canada’s top blues guitarist, David Gogo, has accomplished many things in his career. So far he has three Juno nominations, was named Musician of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards, was twice named Guitarist of the Year at the Maple Blues Awards, and has been bestowed with the CBC Saturday Night Blues’ Great Canadian Blues Award for a lifetime contribution to the blues in Canada. Gogo has released nine albums under his name and he has been a guest on a number of other artists’ recordings. He has composed music for television and major motion pictures and his songs have been performed and recorded by various musicians worldwide.
Gogo has performed extensively throughout North America, has toured Europe over a dozen times and is firmly established in the North American blues festival scene. He has performed with a multitude of rock and blues legends including B.B. King, ZZ Top, George Thorogood, Johnny Winter, Blackie & The Rodeo Kings, Bob Walsh, Downchild Blues Band, Jimmie Vaughan, Colin Linden, Little Feat, Room Full of Blues, Ken Hamm, Tom Wilson, The Tragically Hip, and Junkhouse among many others.
Playing both full-blown electric blues rock shows and acoustic sets, Gogo’s dynamic style and mesmerizing skill as a guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and entertainer keeps him center stage wherever he plays. Sharp in action, dress and wit, Gogo leaves his audience intoxicated with dazzling riffs, edgy vocals, original tunes and off-the-cuff remarks. Whether he is performing original works or exceptional interpretations of such diverse artists as Depeche Mode and Stevie Wonder, Gogo sticks to his blues roots. His remarkable ability to cross genres has yielded great radio success and his albums have been released to radio world wide. Part musician, part comedian, he’s a force to be reckoned with.
Gogo’s latest album is his seventh CD released on the Cordova Bay label since signing with them in 1998. Throughout past albums, he has had the opportunity to co-write with the likes of Jeff Healy, Tom Wilson, John Capek and Craig Northey. For Different Views he has teamed up with Juno-nominated producer Russell Broom (Jann Arden, Sam Roberts, The Dudes, Wil) with guests Shaun Verrault (Wide Mouth Mason), roots diva Carolyn Mark, and jazz great Phil Dwyer popping in at various times. Recorded at Gogo’s home, the album was inspired by breathtaking British Columbia views, as well as Gogo’s vinyl collection, vintage guitars and pop culture memorabilia. This combination has added variety and spice unlike previous Gogo efforts without losing focus of what he’s all about.
Different Views is available now. Check out our music player to listen to select tracks.
