David Mello is an American musician known primarily for his work as drummer for the hardcore ska punk band Operation Ivy.
Following the disbandment of Operation Ivy, the remaining members with the exception of Jesse Michaels temporarily formed another punk/ska band, Downfall.
Dave and Pat Mello parted ways with Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman, who went on to form Rancid, starting their own band Schlong.
[4] In more recent times, Mello continues to live in the East Bay area with his wife Sarah and son Maxwell.
Still pursuing his musical aspirations, Dave regularly appears at 924 Gilman Street, playing with multiple groups including the bands Jewdriver and Un'Cus where Mello has traded in his sticks for a guitar.