Elad David’s debut EP, “Mind’s Creations,” released on January 26th, is a poignant exploration of life’s myriad experiences set to the backdrop of acoustic folk-rock melodies. Drawing inspiration from musical luminaries such as Nick Drake and Chris Cornell, David crafts a collection of songs that are both deeply personal and universally resonant.
The EP traverses a wide range of themes, from the struggles of coping with serious illnesses to the pursuit of love and the challenges of everyday life. Tracks like “Nonstop World” and “The Voices” delve into the complexities of the human psyche, while “Chasing Paper Dreams” offers a sobering reflection on the pursuit of material wealth. The acoustic sound is beautiful, the guitar is catchy and the production is simple and sounds professional.
David’s craftsmanship shines through in every aspect of the EP, from his emotive vocals to his skillful guitar work and meticulous production. He has one of the richest voices we’ve ever heard and his performance on this EP is on another level. Collaborations with pianist artist Omer Rizzi on “My Path to You” add the most perfect touch we could ever ask for and add a layer of depth and texture to the album.
“Mind’s Creations” is a testament to Elad David’s artistry and his ability to distill the essence of his experience into music that is at once intimate and expansive. With its evocative storytelling and soul-stirring melodies, this EP cements David’s status as a rising talent in the contemporary music landscape.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Elad David, born in 1981 in Be’er Sheva, Israel. He started his relationship with the guitar at the age of 12, when already at the age of 15 he performed and played with his own band. After military service, he studied for 3 years at the “Rimon” School of Jazz and Contemporary Music and acquired a great deal of theoretical and technical knowledge. Elad is very open to different styles of music, both in his many influences, in his playing and in his original material.
Over the years, Elad has played in classical rock bands, grunge, Israeli rock and more. And also in the band Solix, in the band 306°, with the singer, writer and creator Eitan Dror and in many other productions and recordings.
Today he plays mainly in the band KALBEI PAVLOV (on lead guitar and ukulele). Among other things, he serves as a session musician and a hired player on different productions, playing all types of guitars, including bass guitar and ukulele. And also, a mixing & mastering engineer.
