Iva Davies, born on May 22, 1955, in Australia, is best known as the lead singer of the new wave and synthpop band Icehouse. However, his musical journey began long before his rise to fame in the 1980s.
During his teenage years, Davies was already showing his musical talent as a member of the Lucy Fields Jug Band. He also honed his skills as an oboist with the Sydney Youth Orchestra, displaying a diverse range of musical abilities from a young age.
After realizing his passion for music, Davies decided to further his education in composition and oboe at the New South Wales Conservatorium of Music. This educational background would prove to be invaluable as he embarked on his professional career in the music industry.
His dedication to his craft led him to collaborate with renowned musicians such as Elvis Costello, David Bowie, and Brian Eno. These early collaborations laid the foundation for Davies' own unique sound and style that would later come to define Icehouse.
As the frontman of Icehouse, Davies catapulted to fame in the 1980s with hits like "Great Southern Land" and "Electric Blue." The band's distinctive blend of new wave and synthpop music garnered them worldwide acclaim and a dedicated fan base.
In addition to his work with Icehouse, Davies also made a name for himself as a composer. He wrote and performed the score for a Sydney Dance Company and Sydney Opera House production of the ballet Boxes in the 1980s, showcasing his versatility as a musician.
Despite his busy career in music, Davies also found time for family. He was married to Tonia Kelly for twenty years, and together they welcomed two children, Brynn and Evan.
His impact on the music industry goes beyond his own discography. Davies, along with Christopher Gordon and Richard Tognetti, composed the score for director Peter Weir's film Master and Commander, earning them a prestigious APRA/AGSC Screen Music Award in 2004.
Even as the music industry evolved, Davies remained a prominent figure in the Australian music scene. His contributions to both pop music and film scores solidified his place as a versatile and talented artist.
With a career spanning decades and collaborations with some of the industry's top talents, Iva Davies continues to inspire artists and music lovers around the world.