The 4th installment of the East Coast-West Coast Series featuring Christopher Dale (San Diego, CA) and Chuck Schiele (Syracuse, NY).

Two seasoned songwriters with a lot of songs under their belt…. songs about God, sex, politics and boating.

About the Artists

Chuck Schiele

“When he sings about soul, you know he has one.” is how one music writer succinctly put it. Chuck Schiele who hubs bi-coastally both in Syracuse, NY and in San Diego, CA is noted for his thought-provoking, emotional lyrics, delivered with his husky, soulful approach to singing.

Chuck’s career started to gain momentum with his group Modern Peasants (1993-1999) who released a self-titled album that received regional success in the southwest US. From 2000-2002 Chuck worked with the collaborative project Mysterious Ways, releasing an album in 2002. 2003 he collaborated in the Gandhi Method— a short-lived, but critically acclaimed vocal folk-rock project, which went on to receive a nomination for “Best Americana” in the 2003 San Diego Music Awards. In 2004 Chuck spearheaded the Grams with prodigal guitarist Craig Yerkes and classical violinist “Sweet” Elise Ohki. The Grams received airplay in Asia, Europe and US markets after releasing 2 albums. In four years the group enjoyed 5 nominations for “Best Americana Performer,” and/or “Best Americana Recording” receiving back-to-back wins in 2006 and 2007 at the San Diego Music Awards.  In 2009 the basement project Bad Science Fiction released it’s debut album, “Therefore,” also going on to receive nomination for “Best New Rock Artist.”

Currently, Chuck works with Salt City Chill (Syracuse, NY) which formed in 2014; The SkinnyDippers (San Diego, CA)and the outlandish Bad Science Fiction (San Diego, CA.

Christopher Dale

“Christopher Dale is infectious and virtuoso. He rocks, he croons, he blows bubbles, he opens a vein and lets it bleed!” – Mike Sager, Writer-at-Large, Esquire Magazine.

“Convincing lyrics that are then sung in one of music’s most beautiful voices. This man’s got acoustic soul.”  – Caley Cook, Slamm Magazine

Spawning from San Diego’s premier singer/songwriter venue Java Joe’s with the likes of Jewel and Jason Mraz and described as McCartney & John Mayer meet Neil Young & Ryan Adams at a Jimmy Buffet concert, Christopher Dale mixes his many influences together to form one uniquely catchy artist. Whether he’s performing solo or with his band, originals or personally transformed cover song renditions spanning decades, Dale intoxicates listeners with his honesty, heart and fun-loving energy. Coupled with a commanding stage presence, humorous banter and the devotion to entertain, each C. Dale live performance creates a memory that sticks to you, like Super Glue!

Critically acclaimed CD releases, 11-career SD Music Award nominations, countless shows and his desire to embrace and help his community have made him a local favorite. His songwriting style, remarkable vocal range and extensive touring schedule have pushed him beyond his homegrown boundaries and into the hearts of music lovers worldwide. Always looking to share the spotlight, a Christopher Dale & Friends show wraps his passionate love affair with music, the audience and his peers, around you like a big group hug!