Album release July, 2009

New Wave pop at it's best from Dave Merenda and Commuter. Unearthed from the archives, this collection of late 80's synth-pop classics personifies the mood and the sound of the New Wave era. Remixed and remastered.

Produced by Dave Merenda

Dave Merenda: Vocals, BG vocals, Keyboards, Programming.
Guest musicians include:
Glen Lynsky - guitar
Reek Havok - drums
John McCormick - bass


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Album release February, 2009

Chocolate Seastorm may have slipped off the radar in the past few years but this collection of wonderfully fun and loose covers, originals, and live takes makes the wait worthwhile.

Produced by Dave Merenda

Dave Merenda: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Organ, Keyboards, Trombone, Bass, Programming.

Alanna Vicente: vocals, bass, trombone, whistling
Cathy Merenda: drums, baked goods

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Album release Feb., 2009

“Float” is an excellent companion to the dual release of “Swim” with both of them showing the vast influences on this fun, quirky band.

Produced by Dave Merenda



Dave Merenda: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Organ, Keyboards, Trombone, Bass, Programming.

Alanna Vicente: vocals, bass, whistling
Cathy Merenda: drums, baked goods

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Album release Sept. 2, 2008

Dave Merenda comes through again on his second album of jazz instrumentals. Playing guitars, horns and keyboard live and adding in loops and samples he plays with almost saccharine understatement throughout. The mix includes a range from tabla loops, soft piano lines to thick horn parts, but a distinct restraint and subtlety threads them together. In the end, this album is a great addition to your collection.

Produced by Dave Merenda

Dave Merenda: Electric Guitar, Piano, Organ, Fender Rhodes Keyboards, Trumpet, Trombone, Sax, Clarinet, Bass, Drums, Percussion, Programming.

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Album release December 16, 2005

We've been waiting a long time for this record from Grammy award winning songwriter ("I Will Remember You", Sarah McLachlan) Dave Merenda. He comes through with his first all instrumental Jazz album mixing loops with traditional horns, bass and paino. Although there are references to the past it's not about looking back. With a light touch and dynamic command of emotion, Pan Pacifica is a journey through the soul of Jazz.

Produced by Dave Merenda

Dave Merenda: Electric Guitar, Piano, Organ, Fender Rhodes Keyboards, Trumpet, Trombone, Sax, Clarinet, Bass, Drums, Percussion, Programming.

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Album released May 18, 2004

Los Angeles trio, Chocolate Seastorm is Alanna Vicente, Dave Merenda and Cathy Merenda. On their first studio release, Chocolate Seastorm, featuring the richly voiced Alanna Vicente, create a soulful, retro-infused sort of pop and rock that bears their distinctive brand of fun and attitude. Produced by songwriter and band member, Dave Merenda ("I Will Remember You", Sarah McLachlan), "dive in" presents a slightly more sophisticated sound from their live shows but doesn't lose the element of fun and whimsy. A little punchier and a bit more rockin' here and there, but no less a classic.

Release features some long lost covers of songs from the 40's through the 60's as well as a collection of melodic heartfelt songs from Dave Merenda that are accessible and sincere.

PRODUCED BY DAVE MERENDA

Chocolate Seastorm is:
ALANNA VICENTE: vocals, bass, trombone, whistling
DAVE MERENDA: bg vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, piano, organ, keyboards, trombone, whistling
CATHY MERENDA: drums, baked goods

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album release December 10, 2002

Singer Nicole Gordon along with songwriter/producer Dave Merenda collaborate on this folk-pop album. Chosen as TOP DIY SPOTLIGHT of 2003 in PERFORMING SONGWRITER magazine (June, 2004). "The Los Angeles songwriter’s remarkable solo debut Lost in My Head is filled with sun-drenched and emotionally charged pop ballads and love songs. Producer/songwriter Dave Merenda, who co-penned McLachlan’s “I Will Remember You,” provides a well textured and cohesive sonic setting that belies the fragmented way in which the record was made." Clay Steakley PERFORMING SONGWRITER

Produced by Dave Merenda

Nicole Gordon: Vocals
Dave Merenda: BG Vocals, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Organ, Fender Rhodes Keyboards, Bass, Drums, Percussion, Programming
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