David Kitzmiller writes the kind of songs that don’t just play in the background—they stop you mid-motion and make you feel something raw. Known first as an author of the Dealing with the Toaster memoir and poetry series, Kitzmiller extends his writing into music with the same uncompromising honesty. Many of his songs are acoustic at the core, indie in spirit, and unafraid to sit with heartbreak, longing, and the absurdities of survival.
Whether stripped down to a single guitar and vocal or layered with subtle textures, his music feels confessional—intimate enough to sound like it’s being sung in your living room, yet powerful enough to echo in memory long after the last note fades.
Recorded Songs from the Toaster, Vol. I marks the official debut of David Kitzmiller’s music under Ace of Toaster Records, capturing the same raw honesty and emotional depth that defines his literary work. This eleven-track collection blends intimate acoustic ballads with thoughtful alt-rock arrangements, showcasing Kitzmiller’s gift for storytelling through song.
Burnt Songs from the Toaster, Vol. I, releasing November 2025, marks David Kitzmiller’s most aggressive and confrontational musical statement to date. Where Recorded Songs explored vulnerability and introspection, Burnt Songs lights a fire under that softer sound, plunging into heavy metal, thrash, and industrial textures. Releasing November 2025.
David Kitzmiller’s music can be experienced on his YouTube Channel. Below are selected tracks with direct video links:
In a Minute — A tender, romantic acoustic piece about urgency and intimacy.
Meals from a Paper Bag — Storytelling at its most stripped-down, balancing humor with emotional hunger.
Just Don't Go — An emotional plea framed in simple, direct imagery.
Second Place, Second Rate — Heartbreak and longing in love unrequited.
Should I Kiss You — Hesitation before intimacy, fragile and acoustic.
Pharmaceutical Grade — Darker tone exploring addiction and chemical escape.
On Repeat — Looping reflection on love and loss.
Did I Check for Bed Bugs — Diving headfirst into heartbreak.
David Kitzmiller’s music is for listeners who crave honesty over polish, intimacy over trend. His songs are not meant to fade into the background—they demand attention, reflection, and emotional presence. Drawing on the same unflinching truths found in his memoirs and poetry, Kitzmiller translates personal struggles, heartbreak, and the absurdities of life into melodies that are both vulnerable and cathartic.
Fans of acoustic indie songwriters and emotionally driven alt-rock will find a kindred spirit in Kitzmiller. Whether experienced alone or shared with others, his music invites listeners to sit with their emotions, confront the human experience, and find connection through the raw power of storytelling in song.