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David Paul Amato (born March 3, 1953) is an American musician, the lead guitarist of the rock band REO Speedwagon since May 1989 and a rhythm guitarist/singer for Ted Nugent in the mid-80s.
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After that, Joseph and the backup singers were dropped in favor of former Ted Nugent guitarist Dave Amato (brought aboard in May 1989) and keyboardist/songwriter/producer Jesse Harms. The 1990 release The Earth, a Small Man, His Dog and a Chicken , with Bryan Hitt (formerly of Wang Chung ) on drums, was a commercial disappointment. [4]
Jun 14, 2023 · Dave Amato has enjoyed a fantastic career including 34 years as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist for REO Speedwagon. Prior to that, he worked with Ted Nugent among others, during his...
Nov 5, 2020 · Dave Amato has his own Gibson Signature Custom guitar… a Signature Ovation guitar… and an absolutely MASSIVE guitar and amp collection of his own. He’s played with Black Oak, Arkansas, David Lee Roth, Motley Crue, Ted Nugent, Richie Sambora, Cher, and for the last 28 years, REO Speedwagon.
Dave played a short stint with Black Oak Arkansas, did sessions for LaToya Jackson, and sang backing vocals for the likes of David Lee Roth, Rick Springfield, and more famously with Motley Crue. He also backed Kim Carnes. In 1985 Dave took a big roll as the front man for Ted Nugent.
May 25, 2012 · REO Speedwagon lead guitarist Dave Amato. While Amato has spent the last 23 years providing the soaring solos to some of classic rock’s most recognizable hits on the stage and in the studio with REO Speedwagon, his musical history runs far deeper; with as many twists and turns as a summer amusement park thrill ride.
Jul 30, 2018 · by Anne Erickson REO Speedwagon guitarist Dave Amato was drawn to guitar when he was just a little tyke. “My dad said that at 4 years old, I had a ukulele and I would just strum that thing with my fingers until they were cracked and bleeding!” Amato said. “I started playing guitar and taking less...
Dave Amato. Lead Guitar, Vocals 1989 - Present. Dave Amato joined REO in 1989 for the album The Earth, A Small Man, His Dog, and a Chicken, after playing with Ted Nugent and Bon Jovi’s Richie Sambora. He has also toured extensively with Cher.
Apr 12, 2013 · If you’re a child of the '80s and '90s, chances are you’ve heard the work of guitarist Dave Amato. Amato's six-string prowess is a major part of songs by REO Speedwagon, and his impressive resume includes stints with Ted Nugent, Richie Sambora, Cher and Latoya Jackson.
