DAVE SITEK
Who is Dave Sitek?
David Andrew Sitek (Dave Sitek) is a highly influential American musician, record producer, and visual artist, best known as a founding member and primary producer of the art-rock band TV on the Radio.
Regarded as a key architect of the early 2000s New York indie rock sound, Sitek is celebrated for his atmospheric, textured production style.
Key Career Highlights
Role: Lead guitarist, keyboardist, and producer for TV on the Radio.
Production Style: Known for blending indie rock, experimental noise, and soul.
Founder: Established the record label Federal Prism.
Notable Production & Songwriting Credits
Sitek has produced and written for a diverse range of acclaimed artists, bridging the gap between underground rock and mainstream pop:
TV on the Radio: Produced critical darlings Return to Cookie Mountain and Dear Science.
The Yeah Yeah Yeahs: Produced their breakout album Fever to Tell and It’s Blitz!.
Solange: Produced the entirety of the 2012 EP True.
Run The Jewels: Collaborated on production (e.g., "Put Jewels On It").
Weezer: Produced the Black Album (2019).
Other Collaborations: Beyoncé & Jay-Z (The Carters), Foals, Santigold, and Beady Eye.
Apple Music celebrates Dave Sitek’s songwriting