I was listening to a lot of Anarcho punk when I wrote this song and it just came out really quickly. I thought it sounded reminiscent of The Mountain Goats though after recording it, I definitely don’t feel the same. I think that’s a good thing, it makes it feel more individual.

Fair-Weather Friend

I think the lyrics in this song pretty much say it all. I had meet a german friend and they just didn’t feel the way I felt towards them. Probably for the best anyway I wrote this song about how I was feeling at the time.

Get It Together

I think this is a love song and one of the first love songs I’ve written. The lyrics are simple and a bit cheesy but I like that. I wanted it to sound a bit “Shoegaze” though I’m not sure if it comes out that way. Altogether though happy with the way this recording came out.

Firefly Single Version

This is one of my favourite songs I have written. I like the words and really enjoy performing it live. The lyrics came about from a relationship that was only expected to last a short time but ended up lasting a couple years. I cherish the memories we shared.

Only A Week

I have been living abroad for just over 5 years now. I adore my family and this to me is a bit of a love letter to them. A song to let them know I’m okay and I do think about them often. I hope this song will comfort anyone else who is away from and missing their family.

All My Love

I write a lot of my music in a stream of consciousness. Sometimes I just need to decipher my own thoughts and words and make sense or build off of something that seems to stick. This song is for anyone who’s had a rough go of it and just needs to get out of town. Go travelling or go on tour. In this case I went on tour and came back completely refreshed with a strong determination and will to pursue my dreams.

Fly HIgh, Swim Deep

This song is an emotional and personal song to me that culminated from a particularly devastating breakup. I was feeling very lost and struggling with mental health, mostly from years of alcoholism. You will find hints of addiction and failed relationships throughout this album. It can be hard to believe but there really is light at the end of the tunnel so hold on to hope. Don’t give up.

Lonely Flower

Hailing from a small Icelandic fishing community in Gimli, Manitoba, Canada. Dave Helgi Johan moved to Byron Bay in 2019 to actively pursue music full time as a solo musician while playing and collaborating with many local artists. Dave has played bass for local favourite Luke Morris and performs and records with Patrick O’Rielly among others.

Dave has performed and toured over the last decade in countless acts. After recording and releasing a handful of albums and music videos in past groups he has finally committed himself to a solo career. He has performed with the likes of Mac Demarco, The Bros. Landreth, Kim Churchill, PS I Love You and The Mowgli’s. He has played many music festivals including Canada Music Week, Winnipeg Folk Festival, Byron Bay Surf Festival, Airlie Beach Music Festival and more.

His sound has been described as Lofi Indie, Outsider, Folk and Alternative Country. To get involved follow Dave on all platforms including Spotify, Facebook, Instagram and more @davehelgijohan

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