David Shelley and Bluestone


"David Shelley and Bluestone" is a South Florida based Blues Band founded by California born David Shelley. David is the lead singer and guitarist of Bluestone, the son of a Jazz singer/ actress, Martha Stewart, and grandson of Buddy De Sylva, songwriter of "Birth of the Blues", "Sunny Boy" and the "Best things in Life are free".

David began his career as a Blue's artist in 1990 after touring the world as a guitarist with show business icon, Cher. Writing and creating his own brand of Blues, David uses world rhythms, traditional Blues instrumentation and soulful vocals as a vehicle for his songs. His songs call to mind the struggles and joys of real life. David Shelley was an "International Blues Challenge" finalist in the 2007 competition in Memphis.

Bluestone guitarist David "the kid" Scott, is one of the most talented guitar players anywhere. His passionate approach to Blues guitar playing has the roots of the Blues' masters with a modern melodic sensibility. Raised in Southern Florida, David moved to Los Angeles in the 90's where he worked with "Power Station" drummer, Tony Tompson writing, recording and performing on the LA music scene.
  
Bassist, Charles Gasper, was born on the Zuni Indian Reservation in New Mexico. Music was a way of life for him growing up, playing the honky-tonks and Blues clubs of the South West. Charles pursued his musical aspirations in San Francisco playing on the world beat scene, performing and recording with the legendary "King of Funk", George Clinton.
   
Raul Hernandez, drummer for Bluestone, life's reads like a novel. Born in Cuba, he came to America on a raft at 19 years old, risking his life and bringing with him the music of the island. Raul came on the Blues scene and was taken under the wing of Florida Bluesman and IBC winner, Joe Gilmore. Raul is also an accomplished percussionist.
            
Together these talented musicians create a truly original sound bringing all of their life experiences to the music .You can find David Shelley and Bluestone on the road to Memphis for the 2011 International Blues Challenge.

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