We recently connected with David Gashaw and have shared our conversation below.
David, appreciate you joining us today. Are you happy as a creative professional? Do you sometimes wonder what it would be like to work for someone else?
Of course we’re happy as creatives. It’s who Daniel and David are. If we weren’t playing music, shows, promoting ourselves and the group, what else would we be doing? It gives us both a common thing to do, and a common goal to work towards.
The real question is- do we ever wonder what it would be like to NOT have regular jobs? Yes, we wonder all the time. That’s the dream, isn’t it?
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
One of These Nights is an alternative pop-punk band from Colorado Springs. Forming in 2020 the band released their debut self-titled EP in November of 2021. After a brief hiatus in 2022, the band reemerged in early 2023 as a 2-piece (David Gashaw on Vocals/Guitar and Daniel Oglesby on Drums/Production). The band has released a few singles under the new lineup, and plays shows on a regular basis in the Colorado Springs area. Their latest single, “Grounded,” was released on August 2 and is available on all platforms. They have more planned in the near future, so stay tuned.
What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?
The most rewarding aspect has to be performing live- hands down. Getting to showcase all the hard work we put into the songs is a reward in and of itself. When you compound that with the lights, the adrenaline rush, and seeing the crowd dance and sing along to the music we created- it’s the ultimate rush.
What can society do to ensure an environment that’s helpful to artists and creatives?
One of the most important things that can be done is to always make sure there are venues for the art and the artists to exist. We’ve all seen venues and spaces go under the last few years, making it difficult for the various scenes and cultures to thrive and to grow. An ecosystem is a great analogy because we all play a role in the survival of our scenes, communities, and venues. It’s important that the artists and creatives have a place to display their own spin on the world and society, and give it back to their community, world, and society. Go see a band play this weekend. Buy some merch from them.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/oneofthesenightsco
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneofthesenightsCO/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneofTheseNightsCO
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@oneofthesenights4564
- Other: New single “Grounded” Spotify link – https://open.spotify.com/album/4vq6uAts6iXPufJssFPJmR?si=TNm1I22QTaG7DYbou-VQjw One of These Nights Spotify profile link – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0dyNqdN9vDC6ki0qwUmrGG?si=_tizrYorRouBMGSP5KdkTw