David Bloom is a first-time author whose life has mostly been an adventure in music. From spinning his father’s 78 rpm collection of Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Schubert, Rossini etc., while still in diapers, to singing harmonies and learning guitar chords at five and then four years of piano lessons from the age of eight.
Writing songs on the guitar at fifteen, David then starting writing songs on the piano after hearing Laura Nyro’s recordings. This led to being offered a recording contract at the age of sixteen by Doug Weston, owner of The Troubadour in Los Angeles, to record for his fledgling label, Troubadour Records. Hearing, and heeding, the advice to not sign the contract from Glen Frey and J.D. Souther, who were signed to Weston’s label before the formation of The Eagles, was one of Bloom’s many encounters with some of his favorite recording artists, record producers, and singer-songwriters at auspicious and interesting moments in modern musical history.
Some occurred at The Troubadour. Others, at The Great American Food & Beverage Co. in Santa Monica, California where he worked first as a busboy and then a waiter with occasional time off for good behavior, here and there, to play in two different bands with Link Wray.
Others occurred at The Record Plant on 3rd St. in Los Angeles near La Cienega Blvd., and also A&M Records, originally Charlie Chaplin’s Studio.
His first book is a template for creating and maintaining a good life, learned from his mentor, Frances Ring, a psychologist and hypnotherapist.
As a young musician, David Bloom stepped into a bustling Hollywood studio and knew his life would revolve around music. From recording sessions to live performances, he worked with legends and learned the craft from the ground up.
Now an author, David brings those experiences to readers. His first book shares the teachings of Frances Ring, offering clarity and guidance, while his second, How To Live A Rotten Sex Life, presents life lessons with honesty and humor. Based between California and Merida, Mexico, David blends music, storytelling, and reflection to create work that resonates, entertains, and inspires.
David Bloom’s first book shares the insightful teachings of Frances Ring, offering guidance, reflection, and inspiration. His second, How To Live A Rotten Sex Life, delivers bold, thought-provoking lessons. Together, both books showcase his creativity, experience, and unique perspective on life and music.
