David Bromberg

The Profile

David Bromberg (b. 1945) is an American guitarist, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for blending folk, blues, and bluegrass, for prolific session work, and for acclaimed albums from the 1970s onward, including a return in the 2000s.

Born in 1945 in the United States; American folk/blues/bluegrass guitarist and singer; noted flatpicker and multi-instrumentalist; extensive session musician on 100+ recordings; collaborated with Bob Dylan on three albums; formed the David Bromberg Band; returned with the album Try Me One More Time in 2007.

Two DeBaser reviews focus on The Best Of (Out Of The Blues) and My Own House, praising Bromberg’s eclectic guitar work, warm voice, and blend of folk, blues, and bluegrass. Reviewers highlight standout tracks like Mr. Bojangles, Sharon, and The New Lee Highway Blues, and nod to his extensive session career and Dylan collaborations. Overall tone: warmly enthusiastic and reflective.