In 2011 Dai Robs’ Single, 
“Waiting for You” was BBC Radio Wales’ single of the week. Since then he’s been gigging and coaching rugby, but now he’s back with a brand new album, set to be released at the end of the year. We caught up with him to find out a bit more.
1. Tell us a bit about your forthcoming album.
Well this is my first full length studio album. I have released a live album and an EP previously but this is the record I’ve been waiting to put out. I hope that everybody likes it but am finally writing for myself and not trying to be a pop star so if I like it and my Mum likes it then I’ll be happy enough. It definitely fits in the singer/songwriter genre. I hope it isn’t easily comparable to anybody but I’m listening to a lot of Ryan Adams and William Elliot Whitmore at the moment.
2. For people who have never heard of you, describe your sound in one sentence.
This is the hardest thing ever to do along with come up with band names and change duvet covers. Heartfelt, acoustic, country/soul!
3. “Waiting for You” was single of the week on BBC Radio Wales, were you expecting the sort of reception you received for it?
Not at all. I was really happy with it but never expected that. As a Welshman I was super proud when it was suddenly played on Bethan Elfyn’s show and picked as single of the week. Regretably all my efforts went into that track and the rest of the EP wasn’t as strong. Not a mistake I’ll be making this time.
4. Who do you admire?
I’m full of admiration for a lot of people. As I’ve got older I’ve become far less self centred and see a lot more good in the world. It’s amazing what you see when you open your eyes. I’m a part time rugby coach as well as musician and have a lot of respect for all the volunteers around that give up their time to help young people have things to enjoy.
5. Which three people out of history would you invite to a dinner party, and why? – Yes, we went there.
Never considered this before. A toughy indeed. Ummmm. I’m gonna go with Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley and Sam Cooke. A proper boys night in!
6. Where do you stand on the topic of Pet Couture?
I have a beagle who is currently shedding hair at an incredible rate so I’d be in favour of a 3 piece beagle suit that would keep all the hair in that I could empty once a day. Really though, I can honestly say that I have never thought of investing in a winter coat for her.
7. When are we likely to hear more from you?
Well the album is due for release on December 21st which as well as been the shortest day of the year is also my 34th birthday. There won’t be many shows this year as everything is going into the record but a UK and European tour is currently being put together for 2016 to promote the new record.
8. Music and Rugby, what’s the connection and how do they combine?
I love coaching rugby having played since I was a kid. I also love singing. Takes both to make me tick to be honest. I’m holding out for the job of singing the Welsh national anthem before an international at Cardiff! Perfect combination!
9. Anything you’d like to add.
Thank you for the interview and for making me address my feelings towards dinner parties with dead people and coats for cats. It’s really helped me!
