The Confabulation: On "Layers of Stone" and "Clap Your hands, Charlie": David (fretless bass), Al Cross (drums), Doug Wilde (keyboard) and Jaron Freeman-Fox (violin).....on "Coffeehouse Days": Cedric Smith (vocal), David (fretless bass), Rich Greenspoon (drums), Emilyn Stam (keyboard) and Jaron Freeman-Fox (violin).
Influences
The New Lost City Ramblers, Frank Zappa, Beatles, Aaron Copeland, Jaco Pastorius, Oliver Schroer, Brent Titcomb, Thelonius Monk, Geoff Muldaur.
I have travelled in a schoolbus with a wood stove, an airplane filled with roof trusses, a passenger coach with Newfoundland schoolkids , and beached my Volvo on the Eastern shores of America.
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Perth County Conspiracy (does not exist) photos and CDs,
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After you've finished here, you may like to hear this folk-carol on myspace... Poem 230 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (see my blog for details): CHRISTMAS SUNG SIMPLY
As gospellers have said, Beneath signalling skies, On land dusty to tread, A trough in a stable Was the strawy first-bed Of a divine baby - The forgiving Godhead.
A season for new hope - There then and here now; The yuletide of goodwill - There then and here now.
In respect of this chance, Beneath bright or dark skies, Faith's the star that we glance Attending Christ's churches And trying to enhance, With singing and ritual, Our God-loving stance.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare; Sea, country and works scent the air; A multitude of monuments, Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls; The remnants of defensive walls; Historic buildings are a gauge Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; Estuaries guarded by shields; Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees, Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, And crossed by practical delights - Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham; Football kits ad infinitum; Kept castles - one for study; Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way, It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
I'm hitting the road in a couple of weeks to raise money for War Child, Coast-to-coast – 50 cities – ALL PROCEEDS TO WARCHILD. Why? 66% of all war victims are CHILDREN. Shocked like me? War Child helps these children that have been affected by war. Check out the new blog – the whole story is up there. Love to have you be a part of it.
You’ll find a Blog, Tour page and a Bio page. I’ll be blogging daily from the road.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
I am so happy to reconnect. "Free Cabaret" was too short lived (great times) - I just recently found the review of our Le Hibou Show June 5 - 8, 1974. I will post it soon and send you a copy. It would be great to play together again. Are you ever in the Ottawa area? How do I get in touch with Terry Jones - do you have a phone or email for him? I just uploaded a new video for my song "Simpler Time". Stay in touch. Keep making music!
hi david, I really enjoyed listening to your music. wonderful writing and playing. I hope to come to one of your shows soon to hear you in person. all the best, jim
Hey DW. Nice to play with you again. hope i didn't make too many lazer pong sounds in that last number. The song you played for your friend was beautiful. All the best DM
lovely playin' t'other night at oli's amazing show, david... a historical moment, no? it was fun jamming with your guitar a bit at the end, there in the doorway (yay - always wanted to sing with oli!) x r
David Just stopping by.. I've added a few of your live dates to my calendar. I've been busy recording and I just posted a new Blog..No Money..Muscians have fundamental Right to be Paid. Would love to hear your thoughts.