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Dave Weingarten | |
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 Dave Weingarten in his studio in Los Angeles, CA | |
| Background information | |
| Born | Montclair, New Jersey, United States |
| Origin | Montclair, New Jersey, United States |
| Genres | Indie pop, indie rock, jazz, alternative rock, punk, grunge, pop, dance music |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Website | Official website |
Dave Weingarten
editDave Weingarten is an American mix engineer, producer, and drummer known for his work with various artists and bands, including Miniature Tigers, Aja Monet, The Drums, Chief Adjuah, Ghost Beach, Bear Hands, Franklin Jonas, The Pains of Being Pure at Heart, and Clubz. He has contributed to Grammy-nominated albums and has a diverse career in mixing, music production, and performance.
Early Life and Background
editDave Weingarten was born and raised in Montclair, New Jersey. His initial foray into music began with violin lessons using the Suzuki method at the age of five. He later learned guitar at 7 and began playing drums in bands at the age of 13.
In high school, Weingarten began recording his own bands out of necessity, and eventually was asked to help record the music of his peers, laying the foundation for his collaborative relaxed approach to making records.
While attending Ithaca College, Weingarten attempted to join the recording school but was not accepted. He circumvented this by secretly utilizing the college's studios at night. This hands-on experience, coupled with his work on projects with friends, laid the foundation for his music career.
Career
editMixing, Producing, and Sound Engineering
editBelow is a detailed list of Dave Weingarten's credits in mixing, producing, and sound engineering, formatted in a table to display the artist, album or track, credits, and the year of contribution:
| Artist | Album/Track | Credits | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost Beach | Modern Tongues EP; Blonde | Produced | 2013-2014 |
| The Pains of Being Pure at Heart | Days of Abandon deluxe version | Mixed "Poison Touch" | 2014 |
| French Horn Rebellion | "Presentation" and "Classically Trained" | Co-wrote and produced | 2016, 2019 |
| Clubz | Destellos | Co-produced | 2018 |
| Vicktor Taiwó | Joy Comes in Spirit | Co-produced and mixed | 2018 |
| Christian Scott Atunde Adjuah | Ancestral Recall | Engineered trumpet | 2019 |
| Sizzy Rocket | Grrrl; Anarchy | Produced, co-wrote, and mixed | 2019 |
| Sizzy Rocket | Grrrl; Anarchy | Produced, co-wrote, and mixed | 2020 |
| Chloe Angelides | "Stop the Clock" | Produced and mixed | 2020 |
| LP | Churches | Provided engineering and additional production | 2021 |
| Katzu Oso | TMI | Mixed and played drums on several songs | 2022 |
| Aja Monet | When the Poems Do What They Do | Engineered and mixed | 2023 |
| Miniature Tigers | Self-titled album | Produced, mixed, and performed | 2023 |
| The Drums, Rico Nasty | "Dying" | Engineered vocals | 2023 |
| Franklin Jonas | Sewer Rat EP | Mixed | 2023 |
| James Supercave | Gimmick | Mixed two songs | 2023 |
| Chief Adjuah | Bark Out Thunder, Roar Out Lightning | Engineered and mixed | 2023 |
| Bear Hands | Upcoming unnamed album | Mixed | 2024 |
| SHAED | Latest album | Engineered "Shapes" | 2024 |
| Def Sound | Welcome To LA; Child of the City | Mixed on the upcoming album "From South Central 2 The World" | 2024 |
Miniature Tigers
editWeingarten joined Miniature Tigers in 2012, shortly before a national tour opening for Fun.. His first performance with the band was in Portland, Maine, and the tour lasted about a month. He continues to play with Miniature Tigers during their rare live shows.
Weingarten's initial involvement with Miniature Tigers was as an engineer during the recording of their song "Boomerang" on the album Mia Pharaoh. Later, he was invited to play drums on tour and has been the band's primary drummer ever since. He also produced and mixed their 2023 self-titled album.
Notable tours with Miniature Tigers include three separate tours with Fun., including a month-long European tour. The band recently performed at Zonafest in Phoenix with acts such as Phantom Planet and Bleachers.
Drumming Career
editWeingarten has played drums for various bands, including:
- Secret Music: 2011
- Team Spirit: 2012–2013
- Chrome Sparks: 2013
- Miniature Tigers: 2012–present
He has performed at notable festivals and venues, including:
- European tour with Miniature Tigers, performing at O2 Academies in the UK, and various venues across Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, France, and the Netherlands.
- Monterey Festival in Mexico, opening for of Montreal and other acts like Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and The Deftones.
Genres
editWeingarten primarily works in indie, pop, jazz, alternative, and rock genres but has also ventured into punk, grunge, pop, and dance music.
Personal Life
editWeingarten is married to Kristen Gonzalez, a fashion designer and founder of the brand Selva Negra and the In Todo Crafts Festival.
Media and Publications
editWeingarten has been featured in the PMC community zine, Decoder. Sizzy Rocket recently released a documentary about the making of her album Grrrl, which includes Weingarten's contributions.
References
edit- ^ "Dave Weingarten Discography". Discogs. Retrieved June 24, 2024.
- ^ "Dave Weingarten". Genius. Retrieved June 24, 2024.
- ^ "Dave Weingarten Credits". AllMusic. Retrieved June 24, 2024.
- ^ "Dave Weingarten at Sterling Sound". Sterling Sound. Retrieved June 24, 2024.
External links
editCategory:American audio engineers Category:American record producers Category:American drummers