Loner folk legend Dave Bixby announces “Harbinger Orchestra”

Dave Bixby is a living folk legend, and quite literally developed a cult following. his definitive loner acid folk album, ‘Ode to Quetzalcoatl’ was recorded following a long period of time Dave spent in what he calls ‘the void’, a dark, depressive episode after a prolonged period of taking LSD almost daily. The haunting 1969 album was reissued by Spanish label Guerssen in 2009, catching the attention of private press collectors everywhere.

Dave’s had a really fascinating life, beginning with his leadership within a Michigan-based Christian Cult only known as the Group. Always a loner and an adventurer, Dave left the group, built a cabin and lived off the land, was a park ranger in Lake Havasu, and a singing cowboy in the Grand Canyon. Today he lives in nearby Williams, Arizona where he attends various churches in order to critique the ministry.

Dave’s latest venture is crafting what he’s calling the “Harbinger Orchestra,” after his second album “Second Coming,” recorded under the name “Harbinger” with other members of The Group. Dave’s invited musicians worldwide to record their interpretations of his music in the same way he did – in living rooms, at home, in isolation. Anyone with a home studio is invited to join.

Dave chatted with me a bit about the Harbinger Orchestra, his life, and of course, Jesus. Listen to our chat, and if you’re interested in joining the Harbinger Orchestra, whether as a performer, writer, engineer, or visual artist, reach out to David.

Learn more about Dave at www.davebixby.com or check out Harbinger Magazine.