Dave "Diggy" Dawson (Dave Philpott)
Professional musician and author known for the humorous pop‑star letter books (published under pen names Derek and Dave Philpott); joined the panel to talk about parody, persona, and audience interpretation of songs.
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Nov 9, 2025 • 1h 1min
PEL Presents NEM#241: Humor in Music Discussion
Join Don Rauf, leader of Life in a Blender, David Heatley, an acclaimed singer-songwriter and cartoonist, and Dave "Diggy" Dawson, a hilarious musician and author, as they dive into the rich world of humor in music. They explore how adopting characters can shape funny songs and discuss the interplay between humor and sincerity. Listen in as they dissect the art of parody and how musical styles can be comedic gold, alongside reflections on the legacy of humorous British rock and the profound truths that humor can convey.
