David Gilmore

David Gilmore

Jazz Guitar Innovator

David Gilmore is a highly respected jazz guitarist known for his innovative approach, blending modern jazz with funk, rock, and global influences. His music showcases both technical mastery and profound compositional depth.

JazzPost-BopJazz FusionM-Base

About

Born in Philadelphia and raised in New York, David Gilmore established himself as a prominent figure in contemporary jazz, particularly through his work with Steve Coleman's M-Base collective. As a bandleader, he has released several acclaimed albums, demonstrating his unique voice as a composer and improviser.

Music Style

Gilmore's sound is characterized by intricate rhythms, expansive harmonic palettes, and a powerful, expressive guitar tone, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz guitar.

Background

Hometown
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Education
New York University
Instruments
guitar
Active
1980s-present

Similar Artists

If you appreciate the cutting-edge sounds of Steve Coleman, Kurt Rosenwinkel, and Wayne Krantz, David Gilmore's innovative guitar artistry is a must-listen.

Steve Coleman
Direct collaborator and integral member of the M-Base collective, sharing a similar rhythmic and harmonic complexity.
90%
Greg Osby
Fellow M-Base artist, known for pushing modern jazz boundaries with intricate compositions and improvisations.
80%
Kurt Rosenwinkel
Contemporary jazz guitarist with a highly developed harmonic language and distinctive modern sound.
70%
Wayne Krantz
Technical and innovative contemporary jazz guitarist, known for a fusion of jazz, rock, and funk elements.
70%

Notable Collaborations

Steve ColemanWayne ShorterChristian McBrideGreg OsbyDon ByronCassandra WilsonRandy BreckerBill Evans (saxophonist)
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Upcoming Events

David Gilmore's next NYC show is Thursday, October 29 at Smalls.

David Gilmore Quartet

Smalls

guitar • Headliner

Oct 29

David Gilmore Quartet

Smalls

guitar • Headliner

Oct 29