Dave Forestfield

Dave Forestfield is a singer-songwriter and record producer from Finland. His music blends elements of blues, soul, country, folk, and rock, with a distinct laidback groove and storytelling-driven lyrics. Born as Tatu Metsäpelto, Forestfield has been recognized with multiple Finnish Blues Awards for his works, such as "Me and My Bible (We're The Devil)" and "I Believe The Change Will Come." He has released several solo albums, including his most recent, *Skull* (2021), and has collaborated with other artists on various projects. Forestfield's musical influences are deeply rooted in American styles despite his Finnish background.

As a versatile musician, Forestfield has also been part of duos and other musical projects. For instance, he has collaborated with Jarkka Rissanen on albums like *Songs Our Mama Taught Us* and *13 Gates*. His involvement spans beyond solo work, with credits in film music, such as the award-winning score for *Body Language Zone* at the Defy Film Festival in Nashville in 2016. Forestfield continues to innovate within the genres he draws from, creating a rich musical tapestry for his audience.