Dave Desmelik: Army Of Love Tickets

Dave Desmelik: Army Of Love is a prolific songwriter and performer based in North Carolina, known for his heartfelt storytelling, genre‑blending artistry, and community‑minded projects. With a career spanning independent releases and archival reissues, Desmelik consistently delivers intimate performances that connect with audiences in intimate venues and breweries across the region. He’s earned recognition for his songwriting and performance, including the 2002 Flagstaff Awards for Music Excellence (FAME) for best singer–songwriter, and his work with the band Onus B. Johnson who were finalists in the Telluride Band Contest in 2001. This page highlights his biography, discography, and upcoming tour information for fans in the Gold Coast area and beyond.

Army Of Love projects blend personal narrative with collaborative energy. The album Childhood Battles (2018) features an all‑star Western NC cast and raises funds for pediatric illness charities, including Make‑A‑Wish Central & Western NC, Angel Flight Soars, and the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. In 2024, Instrumental Health marked Desmelik’s 18th independent release and his third all‑instrumental album, while 2025 brought Among Friends, a collection of cover songs recorded with fellow songwriters and released on Bandcamp on March 20, 2025. Recent archival work includes the 2023 reissue of There and Then (1992–1994), originally released on Holy Crap Records. As new live dates emerge in early 2026, fans can expect intimate, acoustic‑leaning performances at local venues such as Birdsong Brewing, Ecusta Brewing, One World Brewing, RJ Rockers, Small Town Coffee Roasters, and more. Secure your seats for the next show and join a community of listeners who’ve supported meaningful music projects for years.