LEGACY: A 25-YEAR CELEBRATION
“Legacy” is a celebration album for The Needhams, marking 25 years on the road as a band. A quarter of a century together has enabled us to find our voice and working so closely for so long has truly shaped our sound and songwriting, resulting in “Legacy.” Ten songs, carefully crafted as a snapshot of our walk with Christ and recognition of His unfailing love and faithfulness, “Legacy” features new original music penned by Dave, Diane and other family members.
about us
THE NEEDHAMS
who we are
The Needhams are comprised of David Needham, son Dave Needham, his sister Diane, and her husband Steve.
David, father of Dave & Diane, has been a musician for over 7 decades, and spent his earliest years in music playing country and gospel styles with his wife, Eileen. They were joined by their children Dave and Diane for years before Dave moved on to become a member of the Dixie Melody Boys as a vocalist and bassist in 1993. While there, Dave was nominated for the Singing News Horizon Individual Award and garnered respect for his songwriting. His return to family harmony marks the beginning of The Needhams as they are today. Dave owns and manages the group, playing bass guitar, singing and continuing as a writer and producer for The Needhams and other artists.
Diane began singing at age of 2 in a LeRoy, NY, theater. Later, adding Diane as the drummer to Dave’s bass guitar rounded out the family band with their parents David and Eileen both playing guitars. Diane attended Roberts Wesleyan University in North Chili, New York, and married drummer Steve Mummert and joined his band. Diane honed her songwriting skills and played guitar with Steve’s group until the couple joined The Needhams.
Steve Mummert is a Pennsylvania native who began drumming for his family’s group at the age of 12. His parents invited him to add his voice to their group when he turned 18, and their band toured the Mid-Atlantic region extensively. He met Diane at a music conference in 1992 and their whirlwind romance found her added to his family by the middle of 1993. They continued in Steve’s band for 6 more years. Then, in late 1999, Steve approached Dave about joining The Needhams, and now Steve is the road manager for the band as well as drummer and vocalist.
Dave Needham
Bass and Vocal
Dave is the owner, manager, and bass guitarist for The Needhams. His smooth vocals, inspired musicianship, and engaging personality combined with his pointed songwriting are the foundation for the band.
Diane Needham Mummert
Strings and Vocal
Diane plays mandolin and guitar for the band, and fans adore her clear, warm voice and heartfelt songwriting. She is also a radio personality on Eternal Broadcasting Network with the program “The Heart of the Song” which features stories behind songwriting.
Steve Mummert
Percussion and Vocal
Steve is both the road manager and the percussionist for the band, as well as lending his rich voice to round out the trademark pristine harmony for which The Needhams are known.
David Needham
Guitar, vocal and harmonica
David is the family patriarch and the music began with him. David’s early years were spent playing with the likes of Lefty Frizzell and Marty Robbins. Seven decades of country and Christian music and a deep faith in Christ are a tremendous legacy.
CONTACT US
Get IN touch
(615) 809.5904
music@theneedhams.com
Visit Us
See our concert schedule.