Dyer Davis – Kiss The Ring
Dyer Davis – Kiss The Ring
Format: CD
Label: Valley Rose Records – Big Wing Records
Release: 2025
Release date: June 13, 2025
Dyer Davis, an American singer-songwriter and guitarist is best known for his electrifying performances and a sound deeply rooted in Southern blues rock. With raw, impassioned vocals, masterful guitar work, and a soul-stirring approach to songwriting, Davis has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting new artists in contemporary blues and rock
His debut album, ‘Dog Bites Back,’ made an immediate impact, debuting at #6 on the Billboard Blues Charts and earning widespread acclaim. Downbeat praised Davis stating, “Dyer Davis brings new immediacy to blues and blues-rock by singing as if he were probing a deep recess within him. His album jumps him to the front row of the most promising young up-and-comers”, and Rock & Blues Muse effused, “Every song here exudes magic, an untouchable feeling of someone who is about to become huge. Dyer Davis gives every indication of being on a trajectory to become one of the dominant artists in contemporary blues.” Dog Bites Back was nominated for a 2023 Blues Blast Music Award with Blues Blast Magazine calling it “an exceptional album… a really great piece of work.”
Born and raised in Daytona Beach, Florida, Davis was immersed in music from an early age, inspired by his father’s extensive record collection. His influences are deeply rooted in classic ‘60s and ‘70s rock and blues, particularly British blues legends like Cream, The Faces, The Jeff Beck Group, The Yardbirds, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles. However, his love for the blues led him to explore American Blues pioneers such as Albert King, Howlin’ Wolf, and Muddy Waters, further shaping his distinct sound.
“I started playing guitar when I was four years old,” Davis recalls. “The British blues movement really stuck with me—especially bands like Cream when they covered Albert King. That led me to go back and discover the originals, and that’s when I really fell in love with the blues.”
Now, Davis is poised to take his career to even greater heights with his highly anticipated sophomore release, Kiss the Ring. A self-produced collection, the album delves even deeper into the heart of Southern Blues Rock. Kiss the Ring surpasses his debut efforts, capturing the rawness and honesty of Davis’ live performances while delivering a stellar sonic experience.
The release will coincide with the launch of a nationwide U.S. tour, where fans will get to experience Davis and his band bringing their explosive live energy to audiences across the country.
With his undeniable talent, relentless passion, and a sound that bridges the past and future of blues rock, Dyer Davis is a name you won’t soon forget.
Website: https://dyerdavismusic.com/
Tracks:
01. I Ain’t Lyin’ 02:05
02. Pass It Over 03:14
03. Kiss The Ring 04:34
04. Around The Bend 04:10
05. Damned 03:33
06. Brackish Water 03:05
07. Have Mercy 04:32
08. Laying On The Floor 02:39
09. Baby 03:41
10. Enough Is Enough 03:46