Del Water Gap

Del Water Gap is the solo musical project of American songwriter, producer, and singer Samuel Holden Jaffe. Hailing from New Haven, Connecticut, Jaffe is currently based in Brooklyn, New York. His music is characterized by its intimate atmosphere, drawing inspiration from personal experiences, particularly "romantic encounters and dimly lit rooms."

Jaffe's musical journey began during his time at boarding school in Millbrook, New York. It was there that he adopted the moniker Del Water Gap, a name he saw handwritten on the back of a box truck. Initially, Jaffe was involved in a noise rock band, playing drums and having limited opportunities to explore his vocal talents. Seeking to deepen his understanding of music and sound production, he pursued studies at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at NYU.