Dan Acosta

DA solo Bio: Long Island, NY & Myrtle Beach, SC * Melodic Hard Rock, Acoustic Rock, and Metal: Compared to Staind/Aaron Lewis, Shinedown, Godsmack, Metallica, Black Label Society, Alice In Chains, Ozzy Osbourne.
 * Radio friendly material (some some explicit lyrics, but always censored as necessary to fit the parameters appropriately for my given audiences)
 * Works with many local & national charities. “DA’ Black Sheep” Dan Acosta is an artist whose life story is as compelling as the music he creates. A musician, professional wrestler, media producer, Reality TV personality, actor, and founder of GDA Media Group, he has spent decades forging his own path while documenting every chapter of his journey. His story begins in difficult circumstances. As a teenager, he found himself navigating reform school, addiction recovery programs, and the struggles of trying to find direction at a young age. It was during this period that he first discovered music and began learning guitar, writing his first original song at just thirteen years old. Music quickly became more than a hobby—it became a lifeline. Throughout the years, DA’ Black Sheep turned to songwriting as a way to process life’s most difficult moments. His music reflects real experiences, from personal loss and heartbreak to recovery, redemption, and survival. One of the darkest periods in his life led to the creation of an entire album written during a time when he nearly lost everything, including himself. At the same time, he built a career in professional wrestling, where his rebellious personality and independent spirit earned him the nickname that would eventually define his identity: DA’ Black Sheep. The name reflected the path he had always taken in life—choosing authenticity and individuality over conformity. His career has since expanded beyond music and wrestling. He has appeared on television, performed across multiple stages, and founded GDA Media Group, a media company that produces music, design, photography, video production, and branding. Throughout his journey, he has also dedicated time to charitable causes, mental health advocacy, and community fundraising events, including organizing benefit shows to support addiction recovery programs. In 2024, a near-fatal medical emergency forced him to confront life in a way he never had before. While recovering in a hospital bed after an esophageal bleed, he wrote what would become the opening track of his upcoming album, “Does Anybody Care.” That moment became the catalyst for his most personal and ambitious project yet. His upcoming release, “Drowning In The Hollow,” serves as a musical autobiography, tracing the journey of a life lived through struggle, perseverance, and self-discovery. Through powerful storytelling and emotionally driven rock music, DA’ Black Sheep invites listeners to witness the moments that shaped him and the lessons learned along the way. More than just an artist, he represents a philosophy: Embrace your scars and never stop fighting for the life you want to create. Go out and LIVE your dreams... don't just chase them. Do it YOUR way, with no apologies. RECENT ACHIEVEMENTS: -2024 Elite Music Awards Nominee “Songwriter of The Year” Song: Sinner’s Lament -2024 LIT Music Awards “Best New Artist” Silver Winner Song: Sinner’s Lament -2024 World Songwriter Award Nominee “Best Rock Song” Song: 2 Hell & Back Again -2024 Elite Music Awards “Songwriter of The Year: 7th Place” Song: 2 Hell & Back Again” -2023 Hollywood Independent Music Awards 2nd Place “Best Rock/Heavy Metal” Song: 2 Hell & Back Again -2022 International Singer-Songwriter Association Awards Finalist: “DA’ Black Sheep” Dan Acosta -Male Vocalist of The Year -Male album of The Year: “BEAUTIFUL MISERY” EP -Male Emerging Artist of The Year Axis Unknown: -Band of The Year -Band Single of The Year: Song: 2 Hell & Back Again  -Dan Acosta aka “DA’ Black Sheep” * Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist: DA’ Black Sheep Music * Reality TV Talent/Background Actor: Ink Master/IM Redemption, Orange Is The New Black, Impractical Jokers, Blue Bloods, Cymbeline, 28 Minute Epic, Prince of Bollywood, Jerry Springer… * Professional Wrestler: RSPW, ECPW (East Coast Professional Wrestling), NYWC (New York Wrestling Connection), VPW (Victory Pro Wrestling), SWA (Suffolk Wrestling Alliance) * Photographer, Video, Graphics: GDA Media Group, LLC & DNP Photography *Booking Information, Resumé, Bio, Media Package available upon request -GDA Media Group: (631) 522-7932