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Dave Desmelik
Americana / Folk Rock / Acoustic

Everyday Americana Music - www.davedesmelik.com -



ASHEVILLE/BREVARD, North Carolina
United States

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Last Login:  7/17/2009
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Member Since9/30/2005
Band Websitewww.davedesmelik.com
Band MembersDave Desmelik and any and many variations of Gary Wiley, Richard Foulk, Mars Fariss, Josh Gibbs, Chris Kew, Andy Gibbon and Grady Wiley
InfluencesRoger Waters, Bob Dylan, Uncle Tupelo, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Led Zep, Paul Simon, Townes Van Zandt, Ryan Adams, Tom Petty, Bill Monroe and songwriting friends and players.
DAVE DESMELIK: Unheard Of
DAVE DESMELIK: When Your Eyes Are Closed
DAVE DESMELIK: Afterthoughts
DAVE DESMELIK: Have Another
DAVE DESMELIK: Move On
Sounds LikeYou make the call
Record LabelIndependent
Type of LabelUnsigned


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 17 2009 8:00P
Acoustic Coffeehouse Johnson City, Tennessee
Jul 18 2009 7:00P
WSQL Southern Exposure @ the Gazebo Brevard, North Carolina
Jul 24 2009 6:00P
French Broad Brewery Asheville, North Carolina
Jul 25 2009 7:00P
Little Switzerland Cafe Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Jul 30 2009 6:00P
Pisgah Brewery Black Mountain, North Carolina
Jul 31 2009 7:00P
Hobnob Brevard, North Carolina
Aug 1 2009 7:00P
Cafe Strudel Columbia, South Carolina
Aug 6 2009 8:30P
Beacon Pub Swannanoa, North Carolina
Aug 7 2009 7:00P
Square Root Brevard, North Carolina
Aug 8 2009 8:00P
Grey Eagle *opening for Buncombe Turnpike Asheville, North Carolina
Aug 10 2009 7:00P
Lobster Trap Asheville, North Carolina
Aug 16 2009 8:00P
Sunday Songwriters Series at Sonny’s Pizza Spartanburg, South Carolina
Aug 18 2009 7:00P
Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company Sapphire, North Carolina
Aug 20 2009 6:00P
French Broad Brewery Asheville, North Carolina
Aug 21 2009 9:00P
Nu Way Lounge Spartanburg, South Carolina
Aug 22 2009 7:00P
Little Switzerland Cafe Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Aug 23 2009 11:00A
Hobnob Brevard, North Carolina
Aug 28 2009 9:00P
Montana’s *opening for The Dust-Up* Alpharetta, Georgia
Aug 29 2009 7:00P
Private Event Asheville, North Carolina
Sep 4 2009 8:00P
Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company Sapphire, North Carolina
Sep 5 2009 9:00P
Westville Pub Asheville, North Carolina
Sep 7 2009 7:00P
Lobster Trap Asheville, North Carolina
Sep 15 2009 7:00P
Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company Sapphire, North Carolina
Sep 25 2009 6:00P
French Broad Brewery Asheville, North Carolina
Oct 3 2009 7:00P
Little Switzerland Cafe Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Oct 14 2009 8:00P
Jordan Street Pub Brevard, North Carolina
Nov 1 2009 1:00P
The Earl -Dunch- Atlanta, Georgia

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   About Dave Desmelik
Dave Desmelik has established himself as an accomplished and rising singer/songwriter whose music might best be described as Americana or Alt/Country. Drawing upon influences from country to bluegrass to blues to rock n' roll, Desmelik writes and performs a unique blend of songs.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Growing up in Alpharetta, GA, music affected Dave early. He started playing bass guitar in his high school jazz band, as well as cello in his high school orchestra, while also learning the guitar. Playing guitar, writing music, and singing songs became a part of Dave's life, but it was not until he moved to Flagstaff, AZ that his songwriting would really take hold. During his time in AZ, Dave played and wrote songs with such acts as The John Treitor Band, Big Jim and the Twins, and Onus B. Johnson.. Onus B. Johnson has released two CDs, "Johnson Family Jewels" (1998), and "Box of Moonlight" (2000) on which Dave's songwriting is a key ingredient. Dave has released five independent CDs, "Move On" (1998), "Have Another" (2001), Afterthoughts" (2003), "When Your Eyes Are Closed" (2005) and "Unheard Of" (2007).-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dave returned to his southeastern roots in 2003, and is currently living in western NC, where he has been performing regionally as a solo artist and and with his band "the HillBilly Cadavers". At the present time, Dave Desmelik continues to write songs and play music that is consistent and identifiable to all of his growing fanbase.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Some career highlights and awards:------------------------------------------------ *"Unheard Of" reached 16 on the EuroAmericana chart (June 2007)------------- *"2006 Best Local Artist (Alt/Country) Mountain Xpress readers' poll------------- *"When Your Eyes Are Closed" reached 6 on the EuroAmericana chart (Jan. 2006)------------- *"When Your Eyes Are Closed" reached 12 on the FreeForm American Roots chart (Jan. 2006)------------- *Winner of 2004 Asheville "Make A Wish" songwriter shootout------------- *Winner of 2002 FAME (Flagstaff Awards for Music Excellence) award for best singer/songwriter------------- *Onus B. Johnson voted Flagstaff's best band three times------------- *Onus B. Johnson was a band finalist at the 2001 Telluride Bluegrass Festival band competition-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Some artists Dave has opened for and/or shared the stage with:------------------------------- *Jack Johnson*---------- *Robbie Fulks*---------- *Shawn Mullins*---------- *Chuck Brodsky*---------- *Pieta Brown and Bo Ramsey*---------- *Larry Keel*---------- *Adam Levy*---------- *Jeff and Vida*---------- *Ryan Montbleau Band*---------- *Bow Thayer*---------- *Cary Hudson*---------- *The Benders*---------- *Clay McClinton*------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "There is an old soul lurking inside this Alpharetta, GA native. Dave Desmelik's warm and weary vocals channel the plain-spoken Florida legend Ronny Elliot and Texas songwriter James McMurtry." -Jeff Weiss Miles of Music------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Desmelik reminds me of the reasons I got into bed with Americana on the first date. An unpretentious approach to songwriting and performance, gritty and generic without being predictable, his songs show an excellent range." -americana-uk.com--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Desmelik's brand of Americana is the kind that makes you neither cry in your beer nor suck it down at a grim pace. His is the kind that makes you stop drinking for just a moment to acknowledge it with an emotional nod, a shiver of recognition that touches your own experience." -Joe Sample (Focus Newspaper)------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "His methodical songwriting style, unassuming arrangements, and quietly persuasive lyrics are strangely captivating and become more powerful with every listen." -Randolf Brooks (FlagLive)------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "His songs are simple, well-crafted, and instantly likeable." -crookedrain.co.uk---------------------------------------------------------------------

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Dave Desmelik's Friends Comments
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Lefty Hathaway





Jul 17 2009 4:53 PM

Come down and play a show with me my friend, it has been a long time. call or email me. Hope you are doing good, I was playing Eben's Cove for Betsy the other day while drivin, we were diggin on you. Guitar/Harmonica-mandolin/piano trio gig? acoustic......nice.
Ruby Jane





Jul 14 2009 3:33 PM

Just want to remind everyone to get their fine selves to the Saxon and show how cool Austin music scene really is. Let's rock the place!
It's The Ruby Jane Show being filmed for tv. Be in the audience and get yourself on tv, all you dudes, dancers, and wonderful Austinites!!!! Let's show the Austin music love to the world! 4:30-5:30!
Ruby Jane
americana-uk





Jul 11 2009 2:09 PM

Hello, after an unfortunate hiatus, the reasons for which are probably best not gone into here, we finally have some new music on the AUK MySpace site. For your listening pleasure this month we offer Nathan Oliver, Conrad Ford, the irrepressible Todd Snider and the delightful Beccy Owen. Don't forget too, for those of you within striking distance of Leicester, Electric Dustbowl 2 on 19 September.
Betsy Franck





Jun 20 2009 8:57 PM

Awesome!!  Sent you a text message about a month ago,  riding down the rode with Paul listening to one of your tunes.....need to play a show in your neck of the woods-hope all is well with you and yours!
Swink Studios





Jun 18 2009 4:18 AM

Dave Desmelik! Thanks for being a friend. Please take the time to check out the Studio's bands on our playlist. Use the links to check out the band's pages. Do what you you can for your local scene. You are the people that make the music scene happen! Tell me what you think!
Custard Pie





Jun 17 2009 6:07 PM

Custard Pie at The Rocket Club this Friday Night June 19 ... Hope you can make it out!
oddSTAR





Jun 17 2009 12:55 PM

Hi Dave Desmelik!

oddSTAR is competing for a spot at this years Bele Chere Festival!


WNC Magazine is looking for the "Last Band Standing" and we wanna BE THAT BAND!

Finalists will battle head-to-head @ The Orange Peel July 8th, and the winner gets to play @ Bele Chere!

Please help us win!!
Just visit the link below to place your vote for oddSTAR!!!
You can vote once a day until June 24th!

http://www.wncmagazine.com/lastbandstanding

THANK YOU so much for your help!!!
Worthless Son-in-Laws





Jun 17 2009 12:34 AM

Hey, Dave, doing well thanks...how the hell are you? It has been too long. I'm getting back from NZ in a couple weeks, so things will crank up here again soon. Hope we can get together...Jimmy
The StereoFidelics {Oakland, CA 7/17}





Jun 11 2009 9:38 PM

Catch The StereoFidelics one and only Asheville show this summer!   Thanks for sharing your space!

westville flyer 6-13
Ruby Jane





Jun 8 2009 11:16 PM

Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane. I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too!
Ruby Jane
THE RAGS





May 20 2009 6:48 PM

DIRECTOR SHOW
The Good Old Boyz





May 20 2009 2:46 PM

Custard Pie Unplugged at Jack of the Wood this Saturday Night May 23 ... come sing along ...
The HumBuckers





May 18 2009 7:26 PM

Friday MAY 22nd , 9pm STELLA BLUE

THE HUMBUCKERS - RICHIE TIPTON and FRIENDS


Galen Kipar Project





May 17 2009 7:29 PM

Galen Kipar Project at Emerald Lounge 5/22
The Good Old Boyz





May 15 2009 3:15 PM

The Good Old Boyz will be kicking it out at Westville Pub Saturday night (May 16) from 9 until ...
Dave Clupper





Apr 30 2009 9:47 PM

Hey, It's Dave Clupper. If I haven't told you thank you for your support yet, thank you! Check out the video below for a live clip shot from Downtown Tulsa with my daughter Ellen. Also, stop by my profile and enjoy a majority of my new record "Letting Go" released earlier this month. If you want to own a copy, look for the Buy Now Button on my profile or to just own a track, visit iTunes by clicking here. Talk soon!


Dave Clupper Live from Downtown Tulsa
Clay McClinton





Apr 30 2009 1:25 PM

Hey Dave, looks like things are going good! Miss you guys, hope to make it out your way soon. Keep it real!
Spring Creek





Apr 29 2009 4:55 PM

Thank you!

Check out our new single!!


Quantcast

And here’s a video from one of our last shows:



Our new album ~ "Way Up On A Mountain" ~ Rebel Records-1832 will be out soon!

Street Date: May 5, 2009

And don't be shy ~ you can also check us out here:

http://www.springcreekbluegrassband.com/
http://www.reverbnation.com/springcreek
http://twitter.com/springcreekbg
http://www.myspace.com/springcreek
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Spring-Creek/5844569447
http://www.youtube.com/user/SpringCreekBand
http://www.rebelrecords.com/upcoming.php
Dehlia Low





Apr 28 2009 12:44 PM

After pre-release tours in Colorado and Georgia, Dehlia Low’s new full-length cd “Tellico” will be presented for the first time in Asheville this Thursday at the Grey Eagle ($8/10, thegreyeagle.com)! Several cuts off the new disk can be heard on at www.myspace.com/dehlialow and live takes of a few of the songs will be performed Thursday afternoon on WNCW 88.7FM. Thursday night’s show will also be a chance for those of you who didn’t make it to Merlefest to hear Lyons, Colorado’s own Spring Creek Bluegrass Band, who are also preparing to release a new disk next month. Dehlia Low will also be joined by “Tellico” producer Jon Stickley of the Shannon Whitworth band. We hope to see you out and thanks for supporting live, original, and local music. CD Release Poster! Courtesy of Phil Barker. Tellico, 2009
Copperhead(now on itunes)





Apr 19 2009 7:18 PM

Best Wishes From England,Dave

Thanks For The Add ,Lovin The Page

All Success To You

Love & Twangs

Copperhead


Copperhead
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klustafuk





Apr 17 2009 10:47 PM

COME ON OUT AND SEE US AT MIKE'S SIDE POCKET APRIL 25TH!

4.25.09
Custard Pie





Apr 14 2009 4:04 PM

We will be playing our first electric show of the year at The Grey Eagle this coming Saturday, April 18. We hope you and your friends can make it out. Advance tickets are on sale now. This is an all ages show.
BRIAN CONWAY BAND





Apr 9 2009 12:42 AM

Thanks for the add from the Brian Conway Band.
Long Live American Rock!
Jamison Smith





Apr 8 2009 1:37 PM

Thanks for being my friend.
:)
The Good Old Boyz





Apr 8 2009 3:06 AM

We look forward to kicking out some outlaw country with you at Jack of the Wood Friday Night April 10th. Come on out, all you outlaws!
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