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-December 4, 2023

Meet David Haerle

“I am someone in their little corner of the world creating art and hopefully bringing enjoyment to others. My art comes in the form of songs, many of them story songs about my own life and the lives of friends and loved ones.”

https://canvasrebel.com/meet-david-haerle/

 

-writer John Apice, April 5, 2023

REVIEW: David Haerle “El Camino Sierra”

“Anyone who enjoys the music of Gordon Lightfoot, Bruce Cockburn, Marc Cohn or even England’s late David McWilliams (“Days of Pearly Spencer”) will find Haerle enjoyable. The man has melodies. Lots of melodies.”

https://americanahighways.org/2023/04/05/review-david-haerle-el-camino-sierra/

 

MAKING A SCENE!  -writer Jim Hynes, April 6, 2023

https://www.makingascene.org/david-haerle-el-camino-sierra/

 

Rock and Roll Globe -writer Ron Hart, January 20, 2023

WATCH: L.A.’s David Haerle Shares “Electric Trucker”

“Rock & Roll Globe is honored to premiere the video for one of the album’s most intriguing story-songs in the tale of ‘Electric Trucker’ based on one of the singer’s good pals.”

https://rockandrollglobe.com/rock/l-a-s-david-haerle-shares-electric-trucker/

 

-November 29, 2022

VIDEO PREMIERE: David Haerle Reflects on Hard-earned Wisdom with Dramatic Folk-rock Tune “Days In The Sun”

“Dramatic instrumentals that feel timeless and with a little bit of power pop layered in help accentuate the power of the lyrics, making for the kind of ponderous song that will leave you reflecting on your own path in life.”

https://glidemagazine.com/282664/video-premiere-david-haerle-reflects-on-hard-earned-wisdom-with-dramatic-folk-rock-tune-days-in-the-sun/

 

-writer Melissa Clarke, December 1, 2021

Video Premiere: David Haerle “Finding Natalie (Reprised)

“The video is a whimsical visual display of talented innovation, for a sincere folk song from the heart which is David Haerle’s hallmark.  Watch and enjoy the sweet nostalgia.”

https://americanahighways.org/2021/12/01/video-premiere-david-haerle-finding-natalie-reprised/

 

-September 29, 2021

Exclusive video premiere of ‘California Here We Come’ by David Haerle

https://www.psychedelicbabymag.com/2021/09/california-here-we-come-by-david-haerle.html

 

PASADENA WEEKLY 

Interview with David Haerle

https://issuu.com/timespub/docs/pw-07.22.21/1?e=8633901/86413995

 

-writer Kevin Bronson, June 7, 2021

Premiere of David Haerle’s Eddie

“This week, Haerle pays tribute with his new song ‘Eddie.’ Officially releasing on Wednesday, it’s a big-hearted tune, written from the point of view of a kid who worshiped the ‘gods’ and ‘kings’ he heard on the radio. Haerle mourned the guitarist’s passing last fall by clipping Van Halen’s obituary out of the Los Angeles Times and shedding tears over it.”

https://buzzbands.la/2021/06/07/premiere-david-haerle-eddie/

 

Amplify Music MagApril 21, 2021

Track & video exclusive of DAVID HAERLE’s “Train Down Memory Lane”

Singer-songwriter-guitarist David Haerle will release his latest single and music video “Train Down Memory Lane” on April 21. The inspiration for this song is one that everyone can relate to.

https://amplifymusicmag.com/track-video-exclusive-of-david-haerles-train-down-memory-lane/

 

The Ties That Bind Us -writer Steve Wildsmith, April 19, 2021

On heartrending new song, David Haerle ponders a life lost to addiction

 

 -writer Caleb Campbell, February 24, 2021

“Haerle has long made personal songwriting a hallmark of his music, but ‘No More We’ is likely his most heartbreaking and poignant release yet. With his latest release, Haerle pens a touching tribute to his late brother Christian. While the song’s gently strummed acoustic songwriting and plaintive piano accents don’t shy away from the tragic backstory, the song itself focuses on the innocence of the brothers’ shared youth…It’s a gorgeous tribute, made all the more bittersweet through Haerle’s unadorned instrumentation and plain-spoken lyrics.”

http://www.undertheradarmag.com/news/premiere_david_haerle_debuts_new_single_no_more_we/

 

writer Michael Lello, October 22, 2020

“The song is inspired by the words of American poet Edwin Markham (1852-1940): ‘There is no true liberty for the individual, except as he finds it in the liberty of all. There is no true security for the individual, except as he finds it in the security of all.'”

http://highway81revisited.com/music-video-single-premiere-david-haerle-true-liberty/

 

Vents Magazine -writer RJ Fromenta

INTERVIEW: singer-songwriter-guitarist David Haerle

https://ventsmagazine.com/2021/03/08/interview-singer-songwriter-guitarist-david-haerle/

 

HomeAugust 14, 2020

“A great piece of music to improvise to on guitar…”

https://www.gratefulweb.com/articles/gw-premiere-david-haerles-tone-got-away

 

-writer Antoine Légat (translated from Dutch)

“The well-cared-for sound of “Death Valley” is a seamless extension of the debut and the melodies’ richness seems endless. Once again, the instrumental intermediate parts provide a boost and show time and again what a gifted guitar player David has become over the years. His recognizable singing voice gives the whole unity and identity.” “Not a single song that makes us feel less good. Lyrically there is always something to discover….”

https://davidhaerle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/dh_dv_rootstime_article.pdf

 

GroundSoundswriter Jake Craney, August 5, 2020

“The track feels like the perfect soundtrack for the open road, filled with memorable guitar lines and impressive songwriting in every respect.”

http://www.groundsounds.com/2020/08/05/video-premiere-david-haerle-self-man/

 

writer Melissa Clarke, July 9, 2020

“There’s no better time for a song like this; Haerle’s work is a harbinger of a great summer.”

https://americanahighways.org/2020/07/09/video-premiere-david-haerle-run-and-be-free/

 

Lonesome Highwaywriter Paul McGee, June 22, 2020

“This follow up to debut album, GARDEN OF EDENDALE (2018), is another very strong statement from a musician who knows how to play and produce any number of impressive tracks from his catalogue of self-penned songs.”  ”As expected, Haerle leads from the front and his ability on acoustic, electric guitars and lead vocals is very impressive.”  “Something for everyone across these tracks and a very expansive offering to all who want to feel that sun on their skin as they relax into mellow moods and quality sounds.”

https://www.lonesomehighway.com/music-reviews/2020/6/22/album-new-reviews

 

  –writer Nicholas Jason Lopez, June 19, 2020

Music Bugle Exclusive – Q & A – David Haerle

The Music Bugle had the chance to talk with Haerle about ‘Death Valley’ and more.

https://themusicbugle.com/2020/06/19/music-bugle-exclusive-q-a-david-haerle/

 

-writer Lee Zimmerman, May 31, 2020

“David Haerle is an easy, affable troubadour whose music is easy on the ear in a soothing sort of circumstance… His new album, Death Valley, purveys the same easy, breezy tone with occasional forays into a rockier repast…Haerle may be a latecomer to making music, but it’s also evident that he caught up quickly. Suffice it to say, he’ll continue to be one to watch.”

https://www.goldminemag.com/indie-spotlight/indie-spotlight-jared-rabin-kai-clark-david-haerle-and-others

 

Golden Age of Music Video 

ALBUMS FOR INSIDE: The Neato Mosquito COVID-19 Survival Playlist Part 2 (June 5, 2020)

In the interest of social distancing and musical survival, The Neato Mosquito proudly continues its coverage of recent releases for couch listening. We will add new updates for new music as this crisis rolls on…

DAVID HAERLE –Death Valley

Haerle’s sophmore effort channels sweet country Americana that recalls John Denver, America and John Hiatt, while markedly keeping the sound his own. Simultaneously quirky, daring and warm, Haerle is a talent to be bathed in.  Seek out Death Valley, along with his previous effort, for an ear-to-ear smile from an artist that’s part Frank Zappa, part Roger Williams, and part California sunshine.

http://goldenageofmusicvideo.com/albums-inside-neato-mosquito-covid-19-survival-playlist-part-2/

 

-writer John Apice, May 9, 2020

“Gifted with a richly textured voice in the tradition of past distinctive songwriters – Cat Stevens, James Taylor, Gerry Rafferty, David Wilcox & the lesser-known Arthur Gee, David Haerle taps his 2nd CD with smoked-out rhythms, sparkling melodies & vivid lyrics. Instantly enjoyable. The LP is nothing short of an energetic journey. Strap me in I’ll ride it again.”

https://americanahighways.org/2020/05/09/review-david-haerles-death-valley-is-vivid-lyrics-and-smoked-out-rhythms/

 

Image result for elmore magazine logo – May 5, 2020

“Another song with a driving rock beat and infectious chorus is ‘Go Do That With Sharon.’ It, too, is getting a buzz through its accompanying video. This is a blissful six minutes of rock ‘n’ roll to savor.  Haerle gives you plenty to choose from with 15 tracks. Find your own favorites; this listener found several.”

http://www.elmoremagazine.com/2020/05/reviews/albums/david-haerle

 

-writer George W. Harris, April 30, 2020

Sounds akin to bands like America, John Denver and John Hiatt are created by guitarist, composer and vocalist David Haerle on this up beat album with a team that includes Reade  Pryor/dr, Alex Ward/g, Carson Cohen and a group of backing vocalists.   Upbeat and C&Wish tones are created on material with strong vocals on “I Want To Be Like Him” with pretty mandolin by Cohen sounding like a breezy Ventura Highway on “The Free Show” and the chiming “Forgiving Myself”. Cozy piano and guitar make for Ms. Bell” while some heavy duty Telecaster is played on the East LA “Tellers” with a rocker of a “Smoggy Days”. Skylines both from Nashville and Malibu.

https://www.jazzweekly.com/2020/04/david-haerle-death-valley/

 

– April 1, 2020

“…a clear standout amongst the album’s fifteen tracks. Bringing to mind the soft-spoken folk of Bill Callahan, ‘Edendale’ is an a sunny morsel of acoustic folk that reflects the warm weather and blue skies of the Los Angeles neighborhood it is based on. We see David strumming his guitar casually in front of a fountain as he sings an ode to the neighborhood, and this is intercut with peaceful scenes from that very same neighborhood. It is enlightening and soothing to see this footage accompanying a peaceful song during a time when most of us are stuck inside away from the people and places we love.”

https://glidemagazine.com/242055/video-premiere-david-haerle-shares-sunny-and-simple-folk-tune-edendale/

 

Image result for elmore magazine logo -February 27, 2020

“The video and premise of ‘The Free Show’ work together as well as any video we’ve seen, and may well alter the listener’s outlook on the world surrounding him or her. That may be a bold claim, but check it out.”

http://www.elmoremagazine.com/2020/02/articles/david-haerle-death-valley-free-show

 

 -writer Dave Brooks, February 4, 2020

David Haerle Premieres Weirdly Wonderful New Video ‘Go Do That With Sharon’

https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/8550141/david-haerle-go-do-that-with-sharon-video

 

-writer Matt Wallock, January 13, 2020

Go Do That With Sharon is the first single off Haerle’s forthcoming sophomore album, Death Valley. The song starts out as a tongue-in-cheek survey of Erica-disapproved, Sharon-approved adventures spun over a few verses. At around 3:30 these verses give way to an epic, nearly-minute-long guitar solo. It’s a turning point that ups the stakes of the inside joke, after which the last choruses are wailed against soaring instrumentals. Capping in at almost 6 minutes, the song builds to a head-banging, highway-cruising rock number.”

https://americansongwriter.com/david-haerle-go-do-that-with-sharon/

 

California Rocker 

“…Haerle invites people to go along with him on a ride of sorts, and the payoff is an intricate sonic journey…‘Go Do That With Sharon’ blends a folk simplicity with driving big rock guitar in similar style to ‘Something’s Happening’ by Peter Frampton. ‘Go Do That With Sharon’ starts out beautifully enough then takes a turn, not unlike an errant motorhome going around a corner on two wheels. The quality of the music and the recording is pristeen.” –California Rocker

https://californiarocker.com/2020/01/10/david-haerle-music-proves-you-should-come-a-knockin-when-his-vans-rockin/

 

-April 4, 2020

“It really is rewarding to witness artists like Roger Street Friedman who come to a career in music later in life. The perspectives they bring to their music is at times so much more interesting because of the lives they have led. The lyrics have more depth and ironically more economy. The music also can demonstrate better patience by not having to be in your face to serve up an impact that is powerful and lasting. That’s the case with LA-based singer songwriter David Haerle.”

https://disciplesofsound.blogspot.com/2020/04/david-haerles-ode-to-home-and-la.html

 


and California Music Video Awards:

Everything I Ever Wanted – David Haerle – Winner in 2020 of Taste TV/California Music Video Awards’ Best Live Or In Studio Performance.  Video director: Sabrina Doyle.

 


and California Music Video Awards:

Do You Know Surrender? – David Haerle – Winner in 2019 (tie with Michelle Martinez for Soul Dancing) of Taste TV/California Music Video Awards’ Best Lyric and Verse.  Video director: Sabrina Doyle.

 

 – Mike Davies

“…there’s some solid musicianship and song craft to admire here.”

Read full review here

 

 – Trevor J. Leeden

 “There’s nothing quite like placing a new artist’s debut on the turntable, cranking up the volume and having your ears pinned back by the sheer exuberance of the new kid on the block. In his mid-twenties, Haerle comes across as a fully developed, stunning Stratocaster wizard and consummate songwriter. This is no overnight coming of age, the 13 guitar-driven songs having gestated over seven years are imbued with a healthy dose of California sunshine. The album kicks off with the outstanding ‘Finding Natalie’, a six-minute ode to his first love that is ignited by a scintillating shootout between Haerle’s guitar and Luanne Homzy’s fireballing fiddle; it’s outrageously good. The careening ‘I Have A Crush’ sounds like Lou Reed channelling Lucky Starr’s ‘I’ve Been Everywhere’ (that sounds insane but it really works!), but it’s Bess Harrison’s sun soaked vocals on the radiant feminist anthem ‘Women Make The World Go ’Round’ that steals the show. Haerle draws upon a range of influences; there are echoes of Zevon, Petty moments, Jackson Browne and Leonard Cohen are in there too; it’s delightful listening.”

 


and Music California Video Awards:

Women Make The World Go ‘Round – David Haerle with Bess Harrison, winner in 2017 of Taste TV and Music California Video Awards’ Best Lyric and Verse. Video Director: Sabrina Doyle.

 

 – James McQuiston:

“David Haerle’s Finding Natalie is a rock track in the vein of Dire Straits and Elvis Costello. The dynamic between the guitars, bass, and strings ensures that the tracks 6-plus-minute run time goes by quickly, while Haerle’s narration on the single will have listeners clamoring for more after the songs concludes. The chorus of the single will tattoo itself deep into the minds and hearts of listeners. The guitar work that bridges the two halves of the single boosts the momentum as fans move ever closer to the song’s conclusion.”

 

Troy Tyree Host of Jukebox of Americana:

“David Haerle’s (HAIR-Lee) “Garden of Edendale” is an amazing album. Key word, “album,” best experienced in its entirety. It’s been some time since such a beautiful collection of songs, lyrics, stellar production and sequencing from an unknown artist has found its way to my desk/ears. I look forward to sharing this collection of music and discovering more about David as a songwriter/person.”

 

Yesterdaysnothing.com:

“Showcasing his skills in both singing and playing, David Haerle put his artistry to work in the ‘Finding Natalie music video. The video is set in the studio as David and his band record the record. The laid back, smiling faces help you see how much fun and love the band puts into their craft.

Musically, ‘Finding Natalie’ has a happy, welcoming folk rock sound. The songwriting is solid, the lyrics are well written, telling a relatable story. The latter half of the record is just the band playing their hearts out in the booth. Watch the video above and hit the comments below!”

 

“Los Angeles singer songwriter David Haerle’s new single, ‘Finding Natalie’, is from his album, ‘Garden Of Edendale’, set for release in June this year. Haerle divides his time between writing and recording his own music and his role as president of the LA based independent record company, CMH Label Group.

‘Finding Natalie’ sounds like a 70s classic, and the accompanying video, directed by Sabrina Doyle, is the perfect match. The crispness and clarity of the clip, with close attention paid to the hands of the musicians both David and his band – intercutting closeups of fingers on strings, picks, bows, drumsticks. The video is a six minute masterpiece, and showcases brilliantly Haerle’s poise and talent, as well as that of his band.

Playing alongside David Haerle is classically trained violinist Luanne Homzy, from the Vitamin String Quartet, who has played with symphonies all over the world. On the drums is Reade Pryor, a studio musician of note who has played on many television and film scores, as well as with singer-songwriters such as Kina Grannis, and Dan Wilson. Bassist Carson Cohen, and Grammy Award winner Alex Wand on guitar, make up the rest of the immensely talented group. There’s an absolute chemistry between all members of the band, synching together in perfect harmony as Hearle sings about his quest to find a love he first met as a child, in the playgrounds of first grade, in LA.

Find out more about David Haerle, his single ‘Finding Natalie’, and his upcoming album, by visiting his official website.”

 

 – Interview of David Haerle:

http://www.electrowow.net/2018/05/interview-questions-and-answers-with-david-haerle.html

 

Larry Dean Harris, Co-Curator, Strong Words  –January 2018

“Long before he plugs in his Fender, the air is already electric when David Haerle takes the stage.  He comes by his authentic California sound honestly, organically building from the ground up with real instruments, good vibes and nary a lick of lyrical cynicism.”

 

 – James McQuiston:

“David Haerle’s Women Make The World Go ‘Round (which features the vocal contributions of Bess Harrison) is a beautiful piece of alt rock that ties together nu-wave with twee pop.  The hint of lounge in Haerle’s vocal imbue the track with a vintage sound, as does the Carly Simon-esque sound of Harrisons’s vox.  The taut instrumentation of Women Make The World Go ‘Round is beautiful, adding further depth to an already fulfilling effort.  The instrumental interlude that blends these two parts together stands up to repeat spins, lest someone miss out on a note or a tight bass line that has been included.  Simply fantastic.”