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Don *BigD* Swensen
Blues / Roots Music / Southern Rock



On-the-water, Washington
United States

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Last Login:  7/20/2009
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Member Since1/26/2006
Band Websitewww.bigds.net
Band MembersThe Nite Cafe is:

Denny Hall: Slide Guitar, Mandolin, Mandola, Tenor Banjo, Drums, Vocals

Judy Wayenberg: Mandolin, Tenor Banjo, Button Accordions, Tuba, Vocals

Don 'Big D' Swensen: Bass, Tenor Banjo, Vocals

InfluencesMy personal influences include Jack Bruce, Berry Oakley, Stu Hamm, and too many others to list.
Sounds LikeI guess that would be for YOU to decide!
Record LabelUnsigned...but I wouldn't mind if THAT changed!
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Don *BigD* Swensen
 

PRESENT

Here are some of the projects I'm currently working on...

"The Nite Cafe" an original "roots" music project with multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter Denny Hall and multi-instrumentalist Judy Wayenberg. We're currently in the studio recording the 2nd Nite Cafe album "Hollywood Flats". We'll try to get it out as soon as possible. Check the website for some really great song samples from the first album, and details about the release of the new album, at www.thenitecafe.com. Oh, and while you're there, maybe you might think about buying a copy of the first album while it's still available...you won't be disappointed!

"Blues Passage" a local blues band from the Puget Sound area. I've been sitting in with these guys for a while now. A great group of guys with a passion for making music.

"Bill Leach's untitled solo CD". Bill Leach joined Rebel Storm at the last minute for our 2002 European tour, when our second guitarist couldn't go. Bill was the consumate professional. He learned all our stuff in short order, and simply rocked for us! I'm recording some bass tracks and some vocals for him...it's the very least I can do!

For a more detailed bio, check out my website at www.bigds.net.

I've had the honor and pleasure of having shared stages with some of the very best unrecognized talent and some of the biggest names in the business. Here are a few:

Jerry Miller (Moby Grape), Elvin Bishop, Delbert McClinton, Little Feat, Flatman (Germany), W.I.N.D. (Italy), and more...

Rebel Storm was the recipient of the 2002 GRITZ Southern Music Hall of Fame HORIZON award.


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♥~**Angel**~♥





Jul 17 2009 8:58 AM

Hello Don,
I got a big supprise for you on my page to look at!!!He is the 5th person on my list...Please go add him, supprise him as well.
How have you been? It's been a long time since I have heard from you, hope all is going good for you, your enjoying your summer on the water.

Peace,Love
Barbie
LucidDreams Music Group





Jul 16 2009 8:44 PM

LucidDreams Music thanks you for the friendship and wishes you a successful day. Be sure to visit our MySpace Profile!

Best regards,
LucidDreams Music
WINDJAMMER'S


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Jul 2 2009 4:07 PM

Hello
  many thanks from France
for the add  it's a real pleasure
to be in the lot of your friends
it's a nice day for us
Long life at your and our music
Friendships
Gihem for Windjammer's

ALEX





Jun 14 2009 3:05 PM

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Jun 6 2009 6:48 PM

Thank YOU Very Much For The Add My Friend!  Cheers!

Angela Hammontree, Bill Cantlon, Dave Lavin and Dave Wilson


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KICKIN KENNY SNOW





Jun 1 2009 11:33 AM


Check out my page
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Let me know if you like me YES or NO
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Gary





May 21 2009 4:59 PM

Thanks for the add, fire it up and Keep The Revolution Smokin!
ALEX





May 16 2009 2:45 PM

HI,JUST STOP TO SAY HELLO AND HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND...TAKE CARE,CHEERS
Swamp Dogs





May 8 2009 8:06 PM

Hey BigD, thanks for the add, great music, keep on kickin' it.

Cheers,
Swamp Dogs
♥ Kaliko ♥





May 1 2009 3:34 PM

Wondering how life's been treating my favorite bass-playing, big hearted, funny as hell, sweet and kind friend :) I hope you're well and having a great time ~ it's spring! Happy May Day! :) Love ya, K~
ALEX





Apr 25 2009 9:25 PM

HI THERE,ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND AND TAKE CARE,CHEERS
HawkDanceMusic





Apr 10 2009 8:33 PM

happy easter Pictures, Images and Photos
ALEX





Apr 10 2009 6:32 PM

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Apr 5 2009 11:44 PM



Thanks for your friendship.
Best wishes to you : )
Cole Emerson Higgins





Apr 5 2009 7:51 PM

I'm just dropping by to say hey, and to wish you a great up coming week.

Keeping it low, Cole
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Apr 4 2009 7:55 AM

Hey there,

Here's one from left field...

Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?

A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:

Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella

Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.

Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.

I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4

Help to raise awareness.

Say have you checked out my web site recently?

Take care and keep in touch.

Best,
Faber.

"Just a guy trying to make the world a better place.
"

ROCK STEADY @ Big Daddy's July 30th





Mar 28 2009 2:58 PM

Thank you so much for adding us as your friend!

http://www.rocktheblues.com/april3.html

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Mar 28 2009 2:58 PM

Thank you so much for adding us as your friend!

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Mar 17 2009 9:06 PM







Peace,Love
Barbie
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Mar 11 2009 6:18 AM

Click here to go to the Faber Optimé web site in a new tab/window.

Good to have you as a friend!
So great to see the internet in action this way, shortening distances between people.

I hope all's well with you and that you enjoy checking out my web site some time.

For occasional, new, refreshing, insightful and (possibly?!) valuable content, I encourage you to sign up for my free newsfeed/email newsletter (using the form on site at page right - high quality, low quantity, no spam!).

Take care and keep in touch.

Best,
Faber.

"Just a guy trying to make the world a better place.
"

Pat Savage





Mar 9 2009 6:26 PM

Well its a helluva lot cheaper and much warmer too. I have moved on. I cant stay in one place too long amigo. Miss your company and bass playing. Catch up real soon.

savage
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Mar 5 2009 7:31 PM


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ALEX





Mar 2 2009 9:08 PM

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Mar 1 2009 10:52 PM

Hello Pictures, Images and Photos
Alice Stuart





Jan 25 2009 7:53 AM

Hi Don...haven't made a comment on your site for awhile. Thought I would stop by and hope I see you in Memphis.
Didn't you say you were coming back for the IBC? Cheers, A (Love that "Steel Highway" song)
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