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Welcome!
Welcome to the official web page for Dan Van Vechten and my music projects! I am a local singer/songwriter who grew up listening to folk and country music, then returned to it to find my sound after being influenced by the folk music I heard when I moved to Cincinnati. A few years ago I started writing songs, and then I started inviting local musician friends to join me while I played them. We will often play songs written by local folk bands out of tribute to their influence. Performances range from solo sets for coffeehouses or smaller spaces to a folk trio with bass, banjo, and sometimes more. My sound is always described as warm an soulful - although I can and do play some bigger stages, my best fit is often a restaurant, patio, or parties where enjoying each other is as important as the music.
My go-to duo partner for the past 5 years ago has been Henry "Hank" Becker on banjo. He knows my songs and has been a part of all three of my EP/LP releases. We love our folk and bluegrass, but we stray from the norm enough times that you'll probably hear some songs you know in one interpretation or another. In December 2022 we celebrated 100 live performances together and we do not plan on slowing down anytime soon! Also in 2022, Hank and I teamed up with Elia Burhart on bass and several local friends to record and release my third studio project titled “Stringtown Sessions”, which can be found on Spotify here.
Recent
CincyMusic review
Stringtown Sessons EP Release!
new song!
Photos from the Get Right CD release at SGHR
Get Right CD release is almost here!
Check out our entry for NPR's Tiny Desk contest!
New pics posted on CincyGroove.com
The Simply Dan String Band joins Jerry Springer at the Folk School Coffee Parlor
Simply Dan String Band to be featured on CincyMusic Spotlight
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Previous events
Sunday evenings at The Littlefield (Northside) are wonderful for gathering friends over food and music. Come by and let me entertain you. Ryan Shadle will join me for a few songs of his own as well!
solo at Peace Tree Brewing Company
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Peace Tree Brewing Company, 107 West Main Street, Knoxville, IA 50138
Since I'm traveling for the Thanksgiving weekend, I thought I'd find a place to let me play some Cincinnati songs. Come sample some handcrafted songs over some handcrafted beers!
We've moved the set time to a little bit later in the evening so it's a little more appropriate to rock out with your pizza :)
Have a beer. Have some BBQ. Take in some tunes :)
I might play solo. I might bring a band. No telling what's going to happen!
Foxhollow farm is a beautiful, rustic setting just northeast of Louisville, KY. The weather is predicted to be mild and sunny all weekend, so it'll be a great day for a road trip!
Let me know if you're running the course so I can watch for you! I'll be playing music for you by the OTR Bell Tower on Liberty Street.
It's time for album #2. This is a collection of more recent songs and a reach back to the songs we'd do as Van Buckley. River City Roustabout will play a few to open up. Hu Town Holler will finish off the night for you. Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door.
Come eat pizza. I'll play songs. We all know how this works.
Come on by. Have a pizza. Drink some beer.
Come on out for some tunes at Findlay Market's beer garden!
Summertime sounds. Hang out on the patio while we play you some tunes!
This place has awesome pizza. And they pick some pretty decent folks to play music, too :)
Summer is upon us, so it's time for the outdoor sounds. We'll be at Findlay Market in the beer garden from 5-7. Come join us!
East sider? We got you covered. Rincon has a fantastic menu of your Mexican favorites. We'll supply the music!
This will be an evening of killer acts. The Bluebird Twins will sing their sweet harmonies, and Mighty Brother will blow you away with their musicianship. Going to be a great night! $5 at the door.
The Listing Loon is a great location for craft beers and wine... and chill music for you to listen to. Join us!