From the confines of his Toronto basement apartment, Mansell spends the bulk of his time working like a mad scientist, creating music in his own rite. Possibly writing lyrics on the back of a utility bill or scrambling to extract a melody he thought of on the subway; often with a coffee on one side and a glass of whisky on the other. Though very social in the outside world, Mansell has a studio personality much more recluse and intense.

Working entirely alone in his home studio, it took almost a year to complete his recent EP Perfect Days. And, although it began with a completely different flavour, it ended up being a collection of songs that showcase Daves ability to be versatile as a singer/songwriter and demonstrate his sharp ear for production. Apart from his studio persona, Mansell has a unique stage presence, rich with intensity and connection with his audience, and because of his range and stylistic diversity, his live act is exciting. His style, voice and charisma have carved him a notch up there with contemporaries such as Danny Michel, Hawksley Workman and Ron Sexsmith.