Danusia "Beatz" Nowak-Riffel & Dave Riffel

Danusia "Beatz" Nowak-Riffel and Dave Riffel, visited the Flamingo Lounge on January 12, 2025 to talk about their music and provide excerpts of some brand new music that is still in Post-Production

Danusia and Dave have been in a musical and life partnership since their 2003 high school band "Besides the Obvious," have built a thriving career in Western New York. Danusia, a renowned drummer mentored by the late Teddy Reinhardt, is known for her groove and collaborations with local greats like The Beard and the Bird and Grace Lougen. Dave, a multi-instrumentalist and producer, complements her with intricate backing tracks and a passion for fostering creativity. Together, they co-own a production studio at the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, supporting local musicians since 2013. They co-founded Music Garden Sessions, a virtual concert series, and Dave is releasing his debut solo album in 2025. Married with a son, they continue to inspire and uplift their community.