David Gibb

David Gibb
Background information
Born (1990-07-01) 1 July 1990
Origin Belper, Derbyshire, England
Genres Folk, Pop, Big Band
Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter
Instruments Multi-instrumentalist
Years active 2006–present
Labels Hairpin Records
Associated acts David Gibb & Elly Lucas Lucy Ward
Website http://www.davidgibb.com

David Gibb (born 1 July 1990) is a children's musician and songwriter from Belper, Derbyshire. He was a finalist of the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award 2011,[1] as well as winning the 'Highly Commended' prize at the Young Storyteller of the Year Awards the same year.[2] In 2013, Gibb featured alongside musical collaborator Elly lucas in the advertising campaign for Gola trainers.[3]

Children's Music

In October 2014, Gibb released his first album for children entitled 'Letters Through Your Door', drawing on traditional folk music as well showcasing original songs. The album featured a number of guests from the English folk scene including Nancy Kerr, Lucy Ward, Jez Lowe and Bella Hardy.[4] The release of the album was followed by a tour of UK theatres throughout Autumn 2014.

Discography

Albums

As David Gibb

As David Gibb & Elly Lucas

Music for families

References

  1. "Nominations announced for 2011 Radio 2 Folk Awards" (Press release). BBC Radio 2. 18 November 2010. Retrieved 25 August 2014.
  2. Gibb, David. "Young Storyteller of the Year". Trad Arts.
  3. David Gibb and Elly Lucas (16 November 2012). Gola Born in Britain 2013 Teaser (Video). YouTube.
  4. Gibb, David. "Folk Radio UK". Folk Radio UK.


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