Dan

With fingers forged in stardust and a heart that beats to the rhythm of rock n roll, Dan is a sonic sculptor behind the celestial soundscape of Starman SF. Known for his searing solos, shimmering tone, and the kind of stage presence that would make Ziggy Stardust himself do a double take, Dan doesn’t just play guitar—he channels it.

From his earliest days rocking out to classic rock vinyls in suburban basements, to commanding the stage with cosmic flair, Dan has always had a gravitational pull toward music that dares to be different. Trained in rock, fluent in funk, fluent in shred, and a true disciple of Bowie’s ever-shifting artistry, he blends technical precision with wild imagination. Every note he plays is a letter to Bowie’s legacy—and a fearless leap into the unknown.

In Starman SF, Dan becomes a time traveler of tone, conjuring the signature licks of Mick Ronson, the soul of Nile Rodgers, and the avant-garde flair of Reeves Gabrels—all while weaving his own stardust signature into every set. Whether he’s firing up a face-melting solo, or laying down a funky rhythm groove, Dan’s playing is a kaleidoscope of power, precision, and passion.

Beyond the lights and costumes, Dan is also a music mentor, teacher, and accomplished pedalboard builder (ToneSculptor.com)—building rigs for famous rockstars and local heroes, often sharing gear tips, collaborating on sonic experiments, or quietly working on original compositions that fuse the spirit of Bowie with futuristic vision.

Dan is a cosmic craftsman of sound, a dreamer with calloused hands and star-fire in his soul. In every note, he reminds us that rock ‘n’ roll is still a place where magic lives.

Explore the musical galaxy with Dan aka The Tone Sculptor @ToneSculptor