Austin, Texas
Singer-Songwriter

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BIOGRAPHY

David Tenneyuque(pronounced Teh-neh-yew-keh) was born in Lubbock, Texas "The hub of the South Plains", Buddy Holley's(original spelling) hometown and began his musical journey fronting several popular local bands as lead vocalist and keyboardist with musical influences ranging from traditional country and pop ballads to progressive rock. It's hard to believe that growing up in the tumbleweeds and dust storms of west Texas David's songs inspire visions of a more celestial nature. Then again maybe it isn't.Blessed with a dynamic vocal range and a talent for mimicry David has brought many a smile to his friends and fans.

LEVEL

semi-pro

GENRES

Singer/Songwriter, Rock , Country

Contact

Administrative: 512-869-7426

P.R.O.

BMI

INSTRUMENTS

acoustic guitar / keyboard / percussion / piano / vocals

INFLUENCES

Johnny Cash, Seals and Crofts, Kansas, Heart, Beatles, Finn Brothers, Bryan Duncan, John Elefante, Kerry Livgren, Matthew Ward are a few of the musical linfluences. Mom, Dad, Wife... my 4 musically gifted siblings and my 4 musically gifted children....are among my biggest inspirations.

DAY JOB

Truth Seeker/Father/Musician

I AM INTERESTED IN

in co writing online
in co writing in person
in networking with songwriters
in pitching songs to artist
in pitching songs to tv
in getting a publishing deal

I WRITE:

It's my second job

I Also Write:
by myself
with others
for myself
for others

I Prefer To Write:
lyrics
melody
music

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