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Devon Alves

americana roots music



PAONIA, CO
United States

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Last Login:  7/15/2009
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Member Since11/2/2008
Band Websitewww.devonalves.com
Band Members
Haunted Highway - Available 07.11.09
Musicians  
Devon: Vocals, National Guitars, Electric, Tow Chains
Matt Sandate:
Guitars
Dave Alderdice: Drums
Jackie Wadell: Bass
Mike Gleason: Guitar
Rudy Serrels: Guitar
Jeff Blevins: Drums
Pam Rosenthal:
Bass
Marc Bruell: Fiddle
Deva Deangelis: Vocals
Soozie Lindbloom: Mandolin
Gabe Riley: Chain Gain Man
Sam Messmer: Dobro
Zach Shedd: Upright Bass









Song List
1. Sailing Away
2. Sometimes
3. Havana to Keywest
4. Shuffle
5. Catfish Blues
6. Rezsurection
7. Haunted Highway
8. Times Go By
9. Passing Trains
10. Pull of the Road
11. Hobo’s Last Ride
12. Working in the Orchard
13. Late Night
14. Spanish Fandango
15. Nobody’s Business
 




do you really know me

do you really know me
or am i a distant stranger of distress
do you see me every day
yet not sense my empiness !
have you taken the time to discover
which longs to be expressed !
must i remain this will-o'-the-wisp
this shadow of of a doubt ?

do you really know me
in my quiet inner soul
a song that must be sung
but never really told !

do you --ever--try to know me
as i stood long side each day
as i cushioned your distress
to make sure, easy, went, your way !

--no--

you never really knew me
as we went along--your-- path
i became your extension of success
with no substance of my own
a distant stranger of distress
to go it all along
i sang my song in silence
where the ego fears to bed
i sang it loud and clear
where only other distant strangers tread !

will you ever know me
as i fade into dust
maybe then, you'll truly know me
recanting all you must !

mrs.frances m. alves


i see a face before me

I close my eyes
I see a face before me,
A face, in the imagination of my mind.
I would it be !
It must be !
It is,
--me-- !

I have the power in my minds eye
To transform
This illusion of a face
I give it youth’s beauty,
I give it creation,
this illusion of a face.

I close my eyes
And see a face before me
Imagined in elegant design,
I give it life,
I give it freedom,
Allowing movement, in my most
Secret time.

I close my eyes
And see a face before me
Performing, what, I, would not.
I revel in this face before me
Existing of my will,
Dare I,
My eyes to open,
Breaking,
This wondrous spell

Mrs. Frances M. Alves




He crossed the tracks not looking back
Abandoned by the cold and the rain
Beat down by the wind and the snow

Headed out to the city lights
The glow hovering above the crest of a distant hill
The wind was still

Blackbirds flew into view covering the moon
With black feather freckles

The ground was froze twelve feet deep
And it will be some time before the rocks heave

But the train still rumbles down the frozen tracks
Never looking back



The canyon below with towering pines
The redstone walls sit ancient
Friends with the stars

And tonight there is a fire
And the moon is full
The juniper burns hot and slow
The flames flicker and lick the silhouettes of the tress

And the ghost go jumping from shadow to shadow

Still in the night

Daring to be splashed by the moonlight
Daring to listen to the wind
As it blows down the canyon
Passing towering pines
Influencesthe old timers, chris whitley, tom waits, ryan adams, the road, birds, bob, townes van zant, lucinda williams, johnny cash, jimi, corey harris, woody, a full moon, walking in the hills, swinging a hammer, drinking wiskey, and all kinds of things
Sounds Likebeing stuck at a train crossing in the desert with a crow sitting on the yield sign
Type of LabelUnsigned


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Across That River
April 30, 2007
With album credits ending, "big thanks to all those who have helped to make possible another bucket of funk” I've encountered an album I begin to like out of principle. Upon listening Alves delivers a wonderful acoustic sound lying some where in a lost triangle between blues, rock and bluegrass. Opener, ‘Pull the Road’ is an excellent introduction to this pagan traveler on an album where Nature and rustic travels reoccur as much as David Grisman style mandolin cries. Other notables include, ‘Rainy Day’ a brief instrumental showcasing Alves, steel guitar skills. Also, When it’s time, a traditional slide guitar number, Boatyard Blues, and Apple Tree.

Reviewer: Derrick Mund


Across That River is truly inspiring. I haven't heard anything as pure in tone as it is in its message in a long, long while. I work at the radio station at San Diego State University (KCRlive.com) and we play it (at least on our weekly show) quite a bit... at least once a week. That is how I really got turned on to the album. Frankly I'd never heard the name Devon Alves before and feel blessed that I am now able to groove with your tunes.

Reviewer: philly b kcr college radio


You can almost tell where Devon Alves has been since his first album, Four Directions. The tracks on Across That River have his trademark thoughtful lyrics and that unmistakable National Steel sound. His Gypsy background and Spanish guitar style are emerging and adding complexity that takes his music farther away from traditional Blues and solidly into the broader genre of Roots music. The guest artists on this recording are spot-on and add to the old-time feel of Across That River. The timelessness of the songs is complemented by Devon's innovative musical style. The images inspired when listening to his new album may leave you feeling like you've just gotten off the road, thankful for your travels but so glad to be home.

Reviewer: DefianceRadio- Carolyn (aka dj Good)
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Devon Alves's Friends Comments
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Michael Alvey





Apr 26 2009 5:20 AM

Cool tunes, would be great to see you in Aus one day!
あおやぎとしひろ(Toshihiro AOYAGI)





Apr 24 2009 2:55 PM

Thank you for the add.
Good sound!
ConcertLivewire





Mar 26 2009 3:24 PM

keep your never-ending sunshine warming our skin....

"music dorks love us"

ConcertLivewire.com
DARIN BENNETT





Mar 25 2009 5:52 PM

Thanks so much for the compliment. I'm happy to have you as a friend.


Stay in touch.


db
Tobin





Mar 25 2009 5:46 PM

Sounds great, I am trying to figure out when I can make it down that way...
Anjela Rose





Feb 25 2009 7:35 PM

rememeber that guitar solo on that OLD blues song where the guy bent the same note about 25 times?
Heather





Feb 15 2009 8:58 PM

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Heather





Feb 10 2009 9:40 PM

thanks, I love seeing your art, you're awesome! I'm starting a painting course with PC, painting Montana landscape!! I can't wait......I'l post some new art soon. Have a GREAT day my friend.
Heather





Jan 24 2009 5:29 PM

they look big! aha! I'm so glad you're doing so much art!
the paper stars (tres altman)





Jan 19 2009 3:27 AM

thank you>
ConcertLivewire





Jan 18 2009 7:00 PM

you make us wiggle like jello in an electric chair...

"music dorks love us"

ConcertLivewire. com
NoHoPlek





Jan 13 2009 6:20 PM

Hello Devon,
thanks for the comment and the friendship!

Have a nice day and week.

Greetings from Germany,
NoHoPlek

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Buffalo Alice





Jan 10 2009 7:06 PM

Hey Devon, nice music!
Nicole





Jan 6 2009 6:28 PM

oh yeah!!!!
Heather





Jan 5 2009 2:56 AM

Nice Devon, are you making stencils? Or just painting?
The Belmont Sessions





Jan 5 2009 12:00 AM

THANK YOU FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP :))
Nicole





Jan 3 2009 4:15 PM



Profound Sound
Jeff & Vida





Jan 3 2009 6:37 AM

sure sounds good! hope all is good in sweet paonia!
abraham cloud





Jan 2 2009 8:02 PM

Happy New Year , I have a feeling its gonna be a good one. If you get a chance , I'd love the hear what you think of "Norma McCall." Its #1 on my playlist and definately my new pride and Joy.
TIL WILLIS





Jan 1 2009 6:14 PM

sounds good to me!!
let's see what we can put together..
Jessa Young





Dec 16 2008 6:29 PM

dang
Jessa Young





Dec 16 2008 6:24 PM

Nice site Devon....we just listened to your music for awhile and it felt good..yeah. Oh, i really like the poem about the juniper branches and red rocks and stuff. The mood was good. Wish we could all be there right now instead of in all this snow.
Jessa Young





Dec 16 2008 6:05 PM

Thanks for the poem. :) That was a good one.
So, did you find a piano?
TIL WILLIS





Dec 15 2008 4:49 AM

Blackbirds in deed...
Let's do a show together soon...
Maybe two!
WinoVino





Dec 14 2008 2:47 PM

Thanks Devon! Your music warms my soul. Let us know when you come to Austin, we should share a show.
W.V.
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