David Bryan: American musician
David Bryan Rashbaum (born February 7, 1962), better known as David Bryan, is the keyboard player of American rock band Bon Jovi.
With the band, he has co-written songs and sings backing vocals.
David Bryan | |
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 Bryan at the 2009 premiere of When We Were Beautiful | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | David Bryan Rashbaum |
| Born | February 7, 1962 Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States |
| Genres | Rock, hard rock, heavy metal |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, keyboardist |
| Instruments | Vocals, keyboards, piano |
| Years active | 1978–present |
He is also the co-writer of the successful Broadway musical Memphis. He wrote the music and lyrics. Joe DiPietro wote the book and some lyrics.
Memphis played on Broadway from October 18, 2009 to August 5, 2012. The Broadway production won Best Musical in the Live Theatre division of the Golden Icon Awards, as well as four Tony Awards including Best Musical and four Drama Desk Awards. These make Memphis the most nominated show on Broadway.
Second musical
Bryan also co-wrote the musical The Toxic Avenger, also with Joe DiPietro. The musical made its off-Broadway premiere at New World Stages on April 6, 2009.
References
Other websites
- Official website David Bryan website
- Official website for Memphis Archived 2011-06-21 at the Wayback Machine
- Memphis at the Internet Broadway Database
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