Dave Mason Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Wife, Kids, Albums, Career, Real Name, Songs

David Thomas Mason also known as Dave Mason was a legendary English singer-songwriter, guitarist, and musician best known as a founding member of the rock band Traffic.

With hits like Feelin’ Alright, Only You Know and I Know, and We Just Disagree, he enjoyed a prolific solo career alongside his work with Traffic and collaborations with artists such as George Harrison, Jimi Hendrix, and Fleetwood Mac.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: David Thomas Mason
• Stage Name: Dave Mason
• Born: May 10, 1946
• Age: 79 years old
• Died: April 19, 2026
• Birthplace: Worcester, England
• Nationality: British
• Ethnicity: White (British)
• Occupation: Singer-Songwriter, Guitarist, Musician
• Height: 178 cm
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Edward Mason and Nora Wilson
• Siblings: Valerie Leonard
• Spouse: Winifred Wilson
• Children: Danielle Lillian Mason, True David Mason
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $10 million USD

Early Life and Education

Dave Mason was born on May 10, 1946, in Worcester, England. His ethnicity is White (British). He was brought up by parents Edward Mason and Nora Wilson, who ran a sweet shop. He had one sister named Valerie Leonard. His religion is Christianity. Growing up in a rural part of the Midlands, he described his childhood as adventurous yet somewhat solitary.

He developed an early passion for music and learned guitar as a teenager. He left school to pursue music and joined forces with Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi, and Chris Wood to form Traffic in 1967. His early years in the band helped shape his distinctive musical voice blending rock, folk, and psychedelic elements.

Career

Dave Mason co-founded Traffic in 1967 and contributed classic songs such as Paper Sun and Hole in My Shoe. He left and rejoined the band multiple times while building a successful solo career. His 1970 debut solo album Alone Together remains highly regarded. He achieved major hits with We Just Disagree (1977) and collaborated with legends including George Harrison on All Things Must Pass, Jimi Hendrix, and The Rolling Stones.

Over his career, he released more than 15 solo albums and toured extensively. A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee as a member of Traffic, he continued performing and recording into his later years until health issues led to retirement from touring. His songwriting and guitar work influenced generations of musicians.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @davemasonmusic
• YouTube Channel: Dave Mason

Personal Life

Dave Mason, who passed away at 79 years old, was married four times. He was survived by his fourth wife, Winifred Wilson (a yoga teacher and writer), whom he married in September 2018. He was previously married three times.

He had two children: daughter Danielle Lillian Mason and son True David Mason, who sadly passed away in 2006. He maintained a relatively private family life in his later years and lived in Gardnerville, Nevada. He was known for his love of cooking, animals, and spending time with family. His height was 178 cm.

Net Worth

Dave Mason‘s net worth was estimated at $10 million USD at the time of his passing. He generated income from album sales, songwriting royalties, extensive touring, and catalog licensing of his classic hits.

Discography

• Alone Together (1970)
• Feelin’ Alright (signature song)
• We Just Disagree (1977 hit)
• Traffic albums including Mr. Fantasy and Traffic
• Collaborations with George Harrison and Jimi Hendrix