From an eclectic San Francisco flat surrounded by tapes and a newfound guitar, to an expanse nestled in New Mexico’s poetic landscape, the prodigious journey of Dave Alyassin–known widely by the moniker “Acoustic Astronaut”–truly transcends dimensions.
In the 80s, a young Alyassin courageously swapped his drum kit for a six-string. Fast-forward 30 years and the seasoned singer-songwriter boasts an impressive repertoire and fecund career, receiving acknowledgment from notable names such as VH1’s Save the Music Foundation and the New Mexico Music Awards. Alyassin seamlessly foliates his love for music into his multi-layered masterpieces, resulting in not only a surge in internet radio airplay but also spawning his music onto the Guess Who’s original Canadian Label.
Alyassin, a cornerstone of the acclaimed band Racecar is crafting a musical fuselage for his illustrious past under his alias, Acoustic Astronaut. His renowned track, “Mystical Ages”, epitomizes his contribution to the sonic tapestry and anchors his name in the annals of music history. Moreover, the elucidative “Celebrate the Love” is causing ripples in the unfathomable digital ocean of Soundcloud, Reverbnation, and YouTube, securing Alyassin’s Acoustic Astronaut venture an upward trajectory.
The luminary is already sending waves with avant-garde anthems that break the pop stratosphere, by amalgamating minimalist acoustic riffs, celestial vocals, and unconventional subject matter. The song “Destruction Mill” is illustrative of this idiosyncratic style.
The songsmith’s affection for rhythm and beats was seeded at an early age, as a 12-year-old Alyassin found solace and inspiration on a turn-table in idyllic Abiqui, New Mexico, nurturing his nascent passion by ingesting everything from Michael Jackson’s ‘ABC’ to Melanie’s enchanting ‘Brand New Key’. This early radiance made his inevitable hold on a guitar at age 18 feel as natural as singing. Admittedly, Alyassin’s terrain has had its share of tumultuous paths, yet music has been his compass, guiding him towards coherence and stability.
His collaborative blends with Mark Bauman of ‘Hands of Time’ and Vance Holmes of ‘Advanced Trance’ resulted in eccentric and beautiful melodies, immortalized in the limited edition CD, ‘They Were One’. With his musical odyssey marred with tragedies, Alyassin’s music matured beautifully as he tackled life’s curveballs. It’s in this cathartic process that Alyassin forged his magnum opus – ‘Acoustic Astronaut’. It’s an emblem of rebirth, dreams, hope, and a poignant testament to love, resilience, and the unwavering spirit of music.
Peeling off layers from his own unwaning self, Alyassin is retrieving songs mothballed for over a decade and archiving them into his colossal songbook. His sound, a harmonious blend of 70’s rock, profound lyrical depth, and spiritual acoustics, is a testament to his layered personality and artistic charm.
Alyassin aspires his listeners to recognize the gift of their abilities and embrace their unique talents. His personal mantra offers a resonate message of not taking one’s own life for granted. Indeed, his music serves as a refreshing reminder of our unmatched singularity. His story, much like his music, is an unfeigned reflection of a man who not only found solace in music but was saved by it and pays homage to this path in his songs.
With new and resurrected compositions en-route, including re-releases of Alyassin’s classics, “Mystical Ages” and “Into the Distance”, the Acoustic Astronaut is all set for a cosmic send-off. Effortlessly blending his distinctive sound while giving each track a breath of fresh life, Alyassin is defining a new era in music with Acoustic Astronaut.
As he looks toward the future, Alyassin aims to mesmerize listeners with songs that go beyond the edge of typical pop anthems. After all, music isn’t merely his profession or passion. For Dave Alyassin – the Acoustic Astronaut – it’s a vessel that encapsulates his life, aspirations, trials, tribulations, and most of all, his journey. His odyssey continues and it’s one that fans, critics, and fellow musicians alike can’t wait to experience.
Check out Acoustic Astronaut’s musical expeditions on Soundcloud, Reverb Nation, or stay updated with his journey on his official website and Twitter.
Remember, in this vast universe of music, there’s only one Acoustic Astronaut. Buckle up, and join this exhilarating journey on the wings of music. It’s bound to be a ride worth taking.
