Dan Acosta

Description

I have a 20+ years of experience as a singer/guitarist performing and recording. My repertoire consists of music from the 70s-2000s, from Classic & Southern Rock, Modern Rock, Melodic Hard Rock, and Original Music. I do have some R&B and Hip Hop/Pop music in my song list as well.

Set-List

(Cover Tunes: Acoustic Versions)
1. 2 Tickets To Paradise: Eddie Money
2. Ain’t No Rest For The Wicked: Cage The Elephant
3. Bad Company: Bad Co.
4. Blue On Black: Kenny Wayne Shepard
5. Bartender (Sittin’ In A Bar): Rehab
6. Can’t You See: Marshall Tucker
7. Colorful: The Verve Pipe
8. Comedown: Bush
9. Cumbersome: Seven Mary Three
10. Every Rose Has Its Thorn: Poison
11. Home Sweet Home: Motley Crue
12. In The Air Tonight: Phil Collins
13. Ladies & Gentlemen: Saliva
14. Livin’ On A Prayer (Prayer ‘94): Bon Jovi
15. Wanna’ Make A Memory: Bon Jovi
16. You Give Lov ... e A Bad Name: Bon Jovi
17. Broken Out In Love: Mark Crozier
18. Midnight Rider: Allman Bro
19. Patience: Guns N Roses
20. Sympathy For The Devil: Rolling Stones
21. Pokerface: Lady Gaga
22. Say Hello 2 Heaven: Chris Cornell/Temple Of The Dog
23. She Hates Me: Puddle Of Mudd
24. Life Is Beautiful: Sixx A.M. acoustic version
25. Sober: Tool
26. The Joker: Steve Miller
27. This Life (Sons Of Anarchy): Curtis Stiger
28. Turn The Page: Bob Seger
29. Watch Over You: Myles Kennedy/Alterbridge
30. What I Got: Sublime
31. Simple Man: Lynyrd Skynyrd/Shinedown
32. Sweet Home Alabama: Lynyrd Skynyrd
33. Tuesdays Gone: Lynyrd Skynyrd
34. Cats In The Cradle: Harry Chapin
35. Live This Life: Big & Rich
36. Blessed Hell Ride: Black Label Society
37. Something To Believe In: Poison
38. Creep: Stone Temple Pilots
39. Waterfalls: TLC
40. Here Without You: 3 Doors Down
41. Hold My Hand: Hootie
42. Let Her Go: Hootie
43. Runaround Sue: Dion & The Belmonts
44. Father Of Mine: Everclear
45. When I Come Around: Greenday
46. Basket Case: Greenday
47. Times Like These: Foo Fighters
48. Everlong: Foo Fighters
49. Outside: Staind
50. So Far Away: Staind
51. Epiphany: Staind
52. It’s Been A While: Staind
53. Rooster: AIC
54. Two Princes: Spin Doctors
55. Wish You Were Here: Pink Floyd
56. Comfortably Numb: Pink Floyd
Original Music:
(Written By Dan Acosta)
1. Devil’s Creek
2. Miles Away
3. Just A Phone Call Away
4. Keepsake
5. 2 Hell & Back Again
6. Unhinged
7. Multimedia Prophet
8. South Of Baghdad
9. Midnight Star
10. Tales Of The High & Mighty
11. The Prophecy
12. Beneath The Remains
13. Deadbeat Society
14. B.d.B (Ain’t It Funny?)
15. Black
16. Beautiful Misery
17. Keepers
18. King For A Day
19. Make-Believin’
20. Winner Take Nuthin’
21. Solitude (Instrumental)
22. Sweet Baby
23. Eyes Of Innocence
24. Take On The World
25. Fly With Me
26. Your Lovin’ Drives Me Wild
27. Wildfire
28. Eternal Rose (Instrumental)
29. Forgive Me Again
30. Missin’ You
31. Confessions of a Broken Soul
32. Stone Cold
33. Wild Rose (Instrumental)
34. Sinner’s Lament Read More

Biography

Dan Acosta is the epitome of the "Do It Yourself" (DIY) artist/performer. With almost twenty years of touring and performing, he has been paying his dues and pouring his blood, sweat, and sometimes tears, into his business and passions. Dan is always involved in the local community and taking part in numerous charity events every year, and it's this relentless drive that keeps him on top of his game. He does his own recordings, music videos, bookings, promoting, merchandise designs/printing, and keeps everything "in house" when it comes to getting his brand out there. Anyone who knows "The Red ... & Black" knows that Dan Acosta is one of the most dedicated, hard-working performers around.
With catchy hooks and a simple "in your face" approach to his music, Dan Acosta’s songwriting keeps things pure and simple, while tugging on the human heart to make his songs unforgettable to his listeners. He writes from his own life experiences, and tries to relate to each fan through every song - sharing his true feelings and perspectives with them. Across the board, you can feel the emotion and sincerity showcased by his strong songwriting abilities, and his passionate vocal deliveries. Dan Acosta is the quintessential "rock star” for the people.
And now, Dan has begun to chase another one of his childhood dream, brought about through his dedication to his music - professional wrestling. As of March of 2012, he began training to become a professional wrestler, with a school called RingSide Pro-Wrestling. It all began with Dan writing entrance theme music for some wrestlers he had become friends with, most notably former Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star Mikey Whipwreck. He used Dan's music all throughout the local Indy leagues when he wrestled with a clique known as "The Order Of The Black", along with Dan's other friends, Jeff "Rocky" Hahn (formerly known as "Bad Boy Rocky Shore in WWE), and Louie Fabiano (formerly known as "The NY Brawler" & "Sheik Mohamed Hussein" in WWE & WCW, as well as in Puerto Rico and worldwide), who use another one of Dan's songs when they wrestle for East Coast Pro Wrestling (ECPW), a company Dan himself now works for. That opportunity is how Dan was able to segue into the world of professional wrestling, and start training under the tutelage of Jeff Hahn.
As you can see, Dan Acosta has his hands into just about every aspect of entertainment. He has recently made the leap into "reality television" work, as well as on "the big screen" in movies, television, and he's always looking for new & exciting opportunities. (See attached list of shows/episodes).
Dan Acosta is definitely an "outside the box" thinker, when it comes to the longevity of his career. If you don't already know his name and reputation, definitely look him up and see what you've been missing.
*Dan Acosta is also the videographer, graphic artist, voice talent, and jingle writer/producer for GDA Media Group (multi-media marketing/promotional service). He also films, parties, live band/sporting events, and charity events.
*Voted 2012 Bulky Boy Clothing, Inc. Spokesperson by his fans on Facebook
Reality TV/Television Series: The Jerry Springer Show (1998)
Auditions/callbacks for "The Voice: Season 1" (2012) Featured character in Charetta's music video "Light's Out" (2012)
Axis Unknown music video "Multi-media Prophet" (2012)
Seasons 2, 3, 4, and 6 of Ink Masters w/Dave Navarro (2013-15):
-Season 2 Episode: Half Naked & Fully Loaded - Hunter in Flash Challenge
-Season 3 Episode: Baby Beat Down - Black & Grey/Day Of The Dead Elimination
-Season 4 Episode: Season Premiere, Meet Your Artists - Tattoo Convention
-Season 6 Episode: Season Premiere, Blind Judging Elimination
Three episodes of The Bill Cunningham Show (2013) "Worst Cooks In America: Season 4" w/Chefs Bobby Flay and Anne Burrell (2013)
Impractical Jokers - Season 4 premiere "Quinn's Punishment: Fashion Show"
"Rachael vs. Guy Celebrity Cook Off" w/Chefs Rachael Ray & Guy Fieri (2014)
"Fat Guys In The Woods" (Weather Channel/Rivr Media) w/Creek Stewart (2014)
Eliz Camacho's Music Video "Get Loose" - Mob Underboss/Enforcer & stunt riding on motorcycle in chase scene. (2015)
Pilot Episode of HBO's "Crashing" - Background in comedy club scene (2015)
Two episodes of Blue Bloods w/Donnie Wahlberg (2015-16)
Season 2 of Ink Master: Redemption w/Dave Navarro (2016) - Two Right Feet
Radio Host: Co-hosted "Community Spotlight w/Chris Scott" on WLIE 540AM (NY)
Numerous guest spots on "The Heel & Face" internet radio show on Spreaker.com, including Host of Celebrity Roasts of Professional Wrestlers Read More

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Experience

I have a 20+ years of experience as a singer/guitarist performing and recording. My repertoire consists of music from the 70s-2000s, from Classic & Southern Rock, Modern Rock, Melodic Hard Rock, and Original Music. I do have some R&B and Hip Hop/Pop music in my song list as well.

Previous Clients

Various Charities Dan Acosta/Axis Unknown Has Performed For (since 2003):
-Families of The Fallen Concert (soldiers lost in battle - Afghanistan/Iraq)
-Rock 4 Xmas Foundation - "Rock 4 Xmas" National US Concert Tours to benefit various charities across the country/locally for the homeless, needy families & children - www.rock4xmas.com
-Nassau/Suffolk Coalition For The Homeless
-Widows & Children's Fire/Rescue Fund - benefiting Families of 9-11 victims
-The September Concert - 9-11 memorial concerts all over NYC
-Toys For Tots
-Save A Pet Foundation w/Full Throttle Magazine NY/NE - Anima ... l rescue events
-Prune Belly Syndrome Network
-Suffolk County Veterans Project
-John J. Theissen Children's Foundation
-American Cancer Society "Relay For Life - South Huntington" - performed multiple events w/MDMT, solo acoustic, and w/Axis Unknown, was Entertainment Committee Chairperson, a Relay Team Captain, and Honorary "Relay Angel" award winner
-"All Peace, All Night" - benefit concert to aid various local Military Charities & Service Providers throughout Long Island (11 years straight)
-East End Hot Rod Association "Autism Speaks I & II" - Car show Concert Events for Autism Awareness
-Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - "Lightin' The Night" benefit concerts
-One Warm Coat - Xmas charity coat/clothing drives & benefit concerts
-Judy's Run Car show Concert Events - Heart Health & Stroke Awareness concert events and 5k marathon runs
-Community Housing Innovations - Housing for Homeless individuals on Long Island fundraiser concerts
-Blue Ring Foundation
-Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Videographer, Photographer, event performer
-Smith's Point Village Exploratory Committee - free community concert
-Make-A-Wish Foundation - Xmas Concert Event Fundraisers
-US Veterans MC - NY/Long Island Chapter - charity rides & concert events
-VetFest Carolinas - Music Festivals benefitting local Military, Law Enforcement, and First Responders in Myrtle Beach & South Carolina Read More

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Bachelor / Stag Party Bachelorette / Hen Party Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Graduation Party Grand Opening Party Halloween Party High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party Session Work Social Club Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event

Acting Experience

Reality TV/Television Series/Music Videos:
The Jerry Springer Show (1998)
Auditions/callbacks for "The Voice: Season 1" (2012) Featured character in Charetta's music video "Light's Out" (2012)
Axis Unknown music video "Multi-media Prophet" (2012)
Seasons 2, 3, 4, and 6 of Ink Masters w/Dave Navarro (2013-15):
-Season 2 Episode: Half Naked & Fully Loaded - Hunter in Flash Challenge
-Season 3 Episode: Baby Beat Down - Black & Grey/Day Of The Dead Elimination
-Season 4 Episode: Season Premiere, Meet Your Artists - Tattoo Convention
-Season 6 Episode: Season Premiere, Blind Judgi ... ng Elimination
Three episodes of The Bill Cunningham Show (2013) "Worst Cooks In America: Season 4" w/Chefs Bobby Flay and Anne Burrell (2013)
Impractical Jokers - Season 4 premiere "Quinn's Punishment: Fashion Show"
"Rachael vs. Guy Celebrity Cook Off" w/Chefs Rachael Ray & Guy Fieri (2014)
"Fat Guys In The Woods" (Weather Channel/Rivr Media) w/Creek Stewart (2014)
Eliz Camacho's Music Video "Get Loose" - Mob Underboss/Enforcer & stunt riding on motorcycle in chase scene. (2015)
Season 2 of Ink Master: Redemption w/Dave Navarro (2016) - Two Right Feet
“The Heckler” Music Video - Hollow Intent (Fuitar Player in the band)
Background Actor:
Pilot Episode of HBO's "Crashing" - Background in comedy club scene (2015)
Two episodes of Blue Bloods w/Donnie Wahlberg (2015-16)
Cymbeline Movie w/Ed Harris, Mila Jovovich, Ethan Hawke, John Leguizamo
Orange Is The New Black: Season 2, Ep 1 (Directed by Jodi Foster) w/Taryn Manning
28 Minute Epic Movie
Prince of Bollywood Movie (Amazon Prime)
The Wait Movie
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Modelling Experience

I have done promotional photo sessions for advertising/marketing as a musician, professional wrestler, and reality tv personality, as well as a photo book.

Physical Characteristics

Meet the Act

Dan Acosta is the epitome of the "Do It Yourself" (DIY) artist/performer. With almost twenty years of touring and performing, he has been paying his dues and pouring his blood, sweat, and sometimes tears, into his business and passions. Dan is always involved in the local community and taking part in numerous charity events every year, and it's this relentless drive that keeps him on top of his game. He does his own recordings, music videos, bookings, promoting, merchandise designs/printing, and keeps everything "in house" when it comes to getting his brand out there. Anyone who knows "The Red ... & Black" knows that Dan Acosta is one of the most dedicated, hard-working performers around.
With catchy hooks and a simple "in your face" approach to his music, Dan Acosta’s songwriting keeps things pure and simple, while tugging on the human heart to make his songs unforgettable to his listeners. He writes from his own life experiences, and tries to relate to each fan through every song - sharing his true feelings and perspectives with them. Across the board, you can feel the emotion and sincerity showcased by his strong songwriting abilities, and his passionate vocal deliveries. Dan Acosta is the quintessential "rock star” for the people.
And now, Dan has begun to chase another one of his childhood dream, brought about through his dedication to his music - professional wrestling. As of March of 2012, he began training to become a professional wrestler, with a school called RingSide Pro-Wrestling. It all began with Dan writing entrance theme music for some wrestlers he had become friends with, most notably former Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star Mikey Whipwreck. He used Dan's music all throughout the local Indy leagues when he wrestled with a clique known as "The Order Of The Black", along with Dan's other friends, Jeff "Rocky" Hahn (formerly known as "Bad Boy Rocky Shore in WWE), and Louie Fabiano (formerly known as "The NY Brawler" & "Sheik Mohamed Hussein" in WWE & WCW, as well as in Puerto Rico and worldwide), who use another one of Dan's songs when they wrestle for East Coast Pro Wrestling (ECPW), a company Dan himself now works for. That opportunity is how Dan was able to segue into the world of professional wrestling, and start training under the tutelage of Jeff Hahn.
As you can see, Dan Acosta has his hands into just about every aspect of entertainment. He has recently made the leap into "reality television" work, as well as on "the big screen" in movies, television, and he's always looking for new & exciting opportunities. (See attached list of shows/episodes).
Dan Acosta is definitely an "outside the box" thinker, when it comes to the longevity of his career. If you don't already know his name and reputation, definitely look him up and see what you've been missing.
*Dan Acosta is also the videographer, graphic artist, voice talent, and jingle writer/producer for GDA Media Group (multi-media marketing/promotional service). He also films, parties, live band/sporting events, and charity events.
*Voted 2012 Bulky Boy Clothing, Inc. Spokesperson by his fans on Facebook
Reality TV/Television Series: The Jerry Springer Show (1998)
Auditions/callbacks for "The Voice: Season 1" (2012) Featured character in Charetta's music video "Light's Out" (2012)
Axis Unknown music video "Multi-media Prophet" (2012)
Seasons 2, 3, 4, and 6 of Ink Masters w/Dave Navarro (2013-15):
-Season 2 Episode: Half Naked & Fully Loaded - Hunter in Flash Challenge
-Season 3 Episode: Baby Beat Down - Black & Grey/Day Of The Dead Elimination
-Season 4 Episode: Season Premiere, Meet Your Artists - Tattoo Convention
-Season 6 Episode: Season Premiere, Blind Judging Elimination
Three episodes of The Bill Cunningham Show (2013) "Worst Cooks In America: Season 4" w/Chefs Bobby Flay and Anne Burrell (2013)
Impractical Jokers - Season 4 premiere "Quinn's Punishment: Fashion Show"
"Rachael vs. Guy Celebrity Cook Off" w/Chefs Rachael Ray & Guy Fieri (2014)
"Fat Guys In The Woods" (Weather Channel/Rivr Media) w/Creek Stewart (2014)
Eliz Camacho's Music Video "Get Loose" - Mob Underboss/Enforcer & stunt riding on motorcycle in chase scene. (2015)
Pilot Episode of HBO's "Crashing" - Background in comedy club scene (2015)
Two episodes of Blue Bloods w/Donnie Wahlberg (2015-16)
Season 2 of Ink Master: Redemption w/Dave Navarro (2016) - Two Right Feet
Radio Host: Co-hosted "Community Spotlight w/Chris Scott" on WLIE 540AM (NY)
Numerous guest spots on "The Heel & Face" internet radio show on Spreaker.com, including Host of Celebrity Roasts of Professional Wrestlers Read More

Additional Information

I am a licensed Security Officer with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (S.L.E.D.), as well as a photographer, and graphic artist. Avid fitness/bodybuilder enthusiast, and a former Professional Wrestler.