David Keyes

Dave was a great musician. He joined my band Bobs Diner after our first album and lifted us up beyond what we could imagine. I collaberatedwith dave on a few pieces for our new album Radio Face and loved every minute working with him. He was a great musician but what i loved most about him was his wit. He had that great ability to put me in my place with just a few words, and with kindness too. We were performing a concet in westchester county with bella flek the banjoist and after a very...

Dave was a great human being, musician and the best roommate I ever had on the road. RIP sir and share that music and smile with the good folks in heaven.

Condolences to the Keys Family

I was so sorry to hear about Dave's death. I remember his wonderful smile and being in the Spalding/Academy of Our Lady band with him. Most especially, I remember a short but profoundly impactful chance meeting a year or 2 after our graduation as Dave and I were exiting a concert at Bradley University. Earlier, prior to the concert, I had had a particularly challenging day that left me in a bit of a tail spin and quite discouraged and down. As the crowd was leaving the concert, Dave saw...