With over 30 years of music-making under his belt, Dave Hedeman has built a career rooted in the timeless craft of songwriting. His journey is defined by a deep-seated love for melody and a seasoned perspective that only decades of live performance can provide. As a songwriter, he captures the grit and grace of everyday life, blending years of experience with a soulful delivery that resonates with audiences throughout the region.

A fixture in the local music community, he is most frequently found performing with The Gone Ghosts, Rotoglow or the All Y’all Country All-Stars. From the main stages of festivals like Shakori Hills and the Festival for the Eno to legendary venues like Cat’s Cradle and the scenic stages of Saxapahaw, his music has become a staple of the local North Carolina sound. In addition to his work as a performer, he continues to champion independent music as the founder of All Y’all Records, fostering the same creative spirit that has driven him for over three decades.

Lately, Dave’s been carving out a new sonic path with a solo project that gets back to the grit and honesty of the tradition. This new chapter leans heavily into a raw Alt-country aesthetic, trading polished production for the timeless, dusty storytelling of classic and outlaw country. He’s written a collection of songs defined by heavy-hearted lyrics, a bit of grit, with a classic country sound that honors the legends that came before.