Xavier picked up a guitar four long years ago and hasn't put it down since. He began playing alongside his friends who taught him the basics and, after learning Bruce Springsteen and Van Morrison covers, songwriting came naturally. Over time and numerous graveyard shifts, Xavier wrote some original songs, worked the vocal chords out, and played those fledling songs at local New York City open-mics. The process paid off with a listening audience, feedback, and some playing gigs. Even to this day, Xavier still extends many thanks to his friends for showing him how to bring music to his fingertips.

Xavier's raspy boice and meandering tunes emote an intimacy as if you are sitting alone with him as he spins melodies and frees hidden creativity. His influences - such as David Gray, Dave Matthews, Donovan, Counting Crows, Ryan Adams, Damien Rice, and Jack Johnson - ring through his passionate and original tunes.

Currently, he is finishing up a short demo being recorded in Brooklyn at Mission Control Recordings. The Demo EP features all his original work along with guest appearances from talented local artists.

Xavier has been blessed with a loyal fan base of folks from all walks of life. Whether he is belting out bar songs in New York or serenading in a Seattle coffee shop, he flourishes in each venue, however intimate or unconventional.

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