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DS3 *Testify* playing @ the Palmer Room Aug. 9th!

DS3-Touching lives one testimony at a time.

About Me

Growing up the son of a musician father, David began his musical journey at a very young age. At 2 years old, he was already keeping the beat and playing for any audience that was willing to listen. Forward 9 years later, at 11, he records his first 2 song demo with is own original songs and arrangements. Doors continue to open for young David. He landed an opportunity to play drums for a TV commercial jingle and played with different bands he formed through school. He also picked up the bass and began switching between both. In June of 2003 when David was only 16 years old, he was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a form of cancer that slowed him down but didn't stop him from doing what he loved. After 3 years of Chemotherapy, David was victorious over his cancer battle and was declared cancer free. David continued where he left off and has gone on to play various venues, among them: UCLA, Cal State LA, USC, The Whisky A go-go, El Rey Theatre, BB Kings Blues Club, Universal City Walk, The Mayan Theatre, Vanguard University, The Knitting Factory, and the Larchmont. He also learned to play various instruments like the Jarana, requinto jarocho, vihuela, and the piano. At 21 years old, David continues sailing uncharted territory as he fuses his blend of funk, R&B, rock and Latin fusion to create some of the most explosive blend of music invading your ears. Now attending the LA Music Academy and worshipping at Calvary Chapel Montebello, his goal remains to reach out to everyone, especially the sick and hurting, with a powerful messege of healing and restoration."I defeated cancer, it didn't defeat me, thanks to the power and grace of God"

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/5/2007
Band Members: *STUDIO PRODUCTION TEAM- BASS-David Soto III DRUMS-David Soto Jr., David Soto III KEYBOARD-David R. Vasquez GUITAR-Maurice Ramirez, David Soto III SAX-Justo Almario, Steven Pasillas CONGAS-Ray YslasDS3 BASS TECH-Carlos Lopez*LIVE PRODUCTION TEAM- David Soto III, David Soto Jr., Raul Ybave, Maurice Ramirez, Eberth "EL NEGRITO" Martinez, & Alex "EL CHINO" Gomez.
Influences: God
Record Label: DS3 Productions
Type of Label: Indie