tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70470644992795894612024-03-17T03:05:04.102-07:00David Watt BesleySinger and Songwriter— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.comBlogger661125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-31825823220268833802024-03-05T07:55:00.000-08:002024-03-05T07:56:12.480-08:00<p>February 19th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on "Rocket". Jim, Jesse Cruce and I added some harmonies. Next week we hope to finish the mix and then Jim DeVito will start finalizing everything. Can't wait to move on to "Project No. 6" !!!</p><p>February 20th, Songwriter's Night at the Oasis Tiki Bar - It was a great night! This change of venue has worked out real good. A lot of it has to do with Jean and staff at the Oasis. Dave Rudolf and Amy Hendrickson were fabulous. As usual Bob kicked butt! Thanks for supporting original music in St. Augustine. See you next month on March 19th with John Winters and Mark Richey. We forgot to take the group hug at the end of the night so this photo will have to do.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5EfehuVSuBK7wyUnAG_24bLie4z_IxEStEISdloohzK5igZAa29gr34xU3GpyMV55oPtWvxFBvzw_buXwrrdPcwIDPnqrLeZmXK77C9Zyqi2TEVxJfyOGTwjdOtp0XrkdmI5RX36oPDl402Q5KceEg8G6g3ULdRXyr2RuKfDH_qsuGKc3sH0cAx33Dkxn/s1037/IMG_8974.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="762" data-original-width="1037" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5EfehuVSuBK7wyUnAG_24bLie4z_IxEStEISdloohzK5igZAa29gr34xU3GpyMV55oPtWvxFBvzw_buXwrrdPcwIDPnqrLeZmXK77C9Zyqi2TEVxJfyOGTwjdOtp0XrkdmI5RX36oPDl402Q5KceEg8G6g3ULdRXyr2RuKfDH_qsuGKc3sH0cAx33Dkxn/s320/IMG_8974.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>February 21st, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was another cold night so we were under the tent. We had a nice crowd though. Thanks Abe, Albert and staff! See you next week.</p><p>February 22nd, Bagan and Company - Dan and I released "Rocket" on FaceBook.<br /></p><p>February 22nd, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at The Press - It was a great night really enjoy hangin' out and playing some music with Sue. Thanks to all that showed up. Thanks Scott and staff. The food was excellent Jessica Besley!</p><p>February 23rd, 24th and 25th, Jupiter with Joel and Michele -Theresa and I had a great time, we meet some great folks, had some great food, checked out some beautiful boats, told some stories, drank some shots, climbed some stairs, walked the beach, got some seashells, heard some music - now we are home. It was also good to hang out with my band mate and friend Al Johnson.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuEzcHm7OznAVufCoewfWMig8KhFEfIe05Fkpi26W9XSuhPr9E_Xg9t36WGlNe1OdU6C4Lznf73eE0vAbjc4_2Bq2-WS7Mu1-_4aiiWGNVn-KtAIIfr_yjDbov62LU-O3X7ybkaJAYqcIcIYeK8J9JGHL7poOIkBwKzMZXhxOAMqnz01yPCMCVUmT1yv1F/s4032/IMG_8990.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuEzcHm7OznAVufCoewfWMig8KhFEfIe05Fkpi26W9XSuhPr9E_Xg9t36WGlNe1OdU6C4Lznf73eE0vAbjc4_2Bq2-WS7Mu1-_4aiiWGNVn-KtAIIfr_yjDbov62LU-O3X7ybkaJAYqcIcIYeK8J9JGHL7poOIkBwKzMZXhxOAMqnz01yPCMCVUmT1yv1F/s320/IMG_8990.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dave, Dave and Joel</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijkJzR6xEf2Ka0tYWZ5QjJnwykwhBLf2O5I4tB5g1MuTXAhCXJ1d3f6M9w5I8Q5OpnnAFkknal_b82JFnkZ77uiPPGsSYdtF2b-8NpE_MQkTMuOjSLjx8sUl1lnRbN-7V8_sEXEHE97pg059lxeFhdyhpikksHAmntbpG0wwyBBRH_I_s8ASLz3dB8j6Y9/s4032/IMG_9007.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijkJzR6xEf2Ka0tYWZ5QjJnwykwhBLf2O5I4tB5g1MuTXAhCXJ1d3f6M9w5I8Q5OpnnAFkknal_b82JFnkZ77uiPPGsSYdtF2b-8NpE_MQkTMuOjSLjx8sUl1lnRbN-7V8_sEXEHE97pg059lxeFhdyhpikksHAmntbpG0wwyBBRH_I_s8ASLz3dB8j6Y9/s320/IMG_9007.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Al Johnson and Dave</td></tr></tbody></table><br />I'm hoping to finishing <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> at Retrophonics Studios this week. I'm going to release another new song on Facebook with the help of Dan at Bagan and Company. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' it Real!! -David<br /><p></p><div><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p></div>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-66260993919416389482024-02-20T09:19:00.000-08:002024-02-20T09:19:39.936-08:00<p>February 12th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on a mix for "Harpoon Sadie" and "Rocket". Four more tunes to go then Poor-Dum will be finished. Yeah!</p><p>February 13th - Theresa and I went with Sue and Wayne to see Marc Douglas Berardo and Louise Mosrie Coombe at Cafe 11 it was a good show. It 's always good to see my old songwriting friend. Clay Blasser did a wonderful job with the sound.</p><p>February 14th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was still a little chilly so we set up under the tent. We had a nice crowd it was a good time.</p><p>February 15th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I did a 2.2 mile walk and then worked on releasing "I'm So Gone" on Facebook from my new solo project called <b><i>Poor-dum</i></b>.</p><p>February 16th, Carpetbaggers Dave and Tony at The Tides Oyster Co and Grill - It was a fun time with Tony filling in for Sue. Good to see The Bagan's in the audience.</p><p>February 18th - I finished a new tune called "A Cowboy Dream" a song to add to my new solo effort <b><i>Project No. 6</i></b> </p><p>February 18th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - It rained all day... I mean all day...no gig today. See you March 1st.</p><p>Looking forward to doing some mixing on my <b><i>Poor-Dum </i></b>project with Jim DeVito at Retrophonics Studios. Later in the week I'm getting together with Dan to release of "Harpoon Sadie" on Facebook. We've got a Songwriters night, one Carpetbaggers show and Sue and I are going to play a new venue, The Press. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-57202885538108820212024-02-20T09:06:00.000-08:002024-02-20T09:06:56.881-08:00<p>February 5th, I started working on a new tune, "Cowboy" is the working title. I have written 6 new tunes for my next solo effort I'm calling it "Project No. 6".</p><p>February 5th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johnny and I worked mixing "Harpoon Sadie", we got a great version going, then realized we had a guitar track Mickey Adams had done, so we will take a look at that next week. I discussed with Johnny and Jim my thoughts about my next solo project "Project No. 6" and plans for the next Carpetbagger's project.</p><p>February 7th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue,Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a little cold but had a great audience. Thanks for supporting Carpetbaggers' music. We will see you next week.</p><p>February 8th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I released "Get Along Little Pony", a song I co-wrote with Mike Caudill in the early 70's.</p><p>February 9th, 10th and 11th, DAVE at The Big Deck - It was great to be back in Cedar Key! It was an awesome weekend, the audiences were very fun for all three days. We were back in our room at Bryan and Darlene's. We've been at Cedar Cove since the hurricane. The market just reopened too, I had the first sub from the deli, Italian, at the Cedar Key Market. Some things are coming back, some not so much. God bless Cedar Key.</p><p>I am looking forward to the studio, Jim and I will finish the mix on "Harpoon Sadie" and move to "40 Years" a song written by Chris Berardo. I also look forward to getting together with Dan at Bagan and Company to release "I'm So Gone", a song I co-wrote with Chris Mcvey. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-78674265306064276872024-02-20T08:50:00.000-08:002024-02-20T08:50:25.439-08:00<p>January 22nd, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johnny and I worked on mixes for "Life Goes On", " Get Along Little Pony" and "I'm So Gone".</p><p>January 24th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - The power went off about 4pm just as I finished setting up. It came back on and off again about 4:20 and at 4:30 or so we were good to go. A beautiful day in the neighborhood. We had a great evening somewhere else on A1A.</p><p>January 25th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I working on a release for Facebook called "I Feel The Love" It's from my new solo project Poor-Dum. Later Theresa and I had dinner at Barbara Jean's on the Water with Gary and Debbie Carroll. They are friends of ours on vacation here from Virginia. It was nice to catch up with my ole band mate. I hope we see more of them in the future. </p><p>January 26th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at The St. Augustine Fish House and Oyster Co - It was a great night! Great crowd! Good to see John Winters!</p><p>January 27th - I was off today. I stopped by and saw John Winters and Mark Richey at Marina Munch in the afternoon, they sounded great. John and Mark will be on stage with Bob and I for March's Songwriter's Night.</p><p>Just heard one of my life long friends Paul D'Angelo passed away. One more of the Fairview Gang heads to heaven with Pat and Jayne. R.I.P. my friend. </p><p>January 31st - I finally finished up an new tune I've been working on called "Front and Center" with some help on a few lines from Theresa. </p><p>January 31st, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It turned out to be a great night, never sure with the current weather situation. We were under the tent, folks were showing up 2 hours before the gig to get seats. I know I was there setting up.</p><p>February 1st, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at The World Famous Oasis Tiki Bar - What a great night! At one point in the night Sue turned to me and said "the place is full". I hadn't even noticed I was just enjoying playing. When I looked up it was full, people braving the cold weather. Thanks Jean and all the great folks at Oasis. Also all our friends old and new that support Carpetbaggers music. Also JC Hatfield, Noelle and Jim's friend Jimmy were in the audience.</p><p>February 2nd, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - I have always said if folks are sitting outside to eat I will play. It turned out to be a nice afternoon. As the sun started to set it began to cool off pretty quick but there were still a porch full of folks there when I left. Thanks Brian, Dave and staff you guys are the best!</p><p>February 3rd, Carpetbagger DAVE, Sue,Tony and Frankie at San Sebastian Winery - There was a breeze and it was chilly but Kyle put a heater on the stage and everyone seemed comfortable. I think it was different for the folks that came out to see us. Thanks to Kyle and all the great folks at the San Sebastian Winery, you guys are the best. If you haven't been here, come up on the roof to look around the town and to check out our sound.</p><p>February 4th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - The weather didn't cooperate so I had to cancel. As it turned out, the sun came out later in the day...darn. Well, sometimes you win sometimes you loose. I'll be back in two weeks.</p><p>Looking forward to Retrophonics Studios and Jim DeVito to move along with the mixes on my new Poor-Dum project. Also working with Dan Bagan to release my next song on Facebook "Get Along Little Pony" a song I co-wrote with Mike Caudill in the 70's. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-25063634324979212612024-01-22T05:39:00.000-08:002024-02-20T08:48:12.306-08:00<p>January 8th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johnny and I worked on "Rocket" and Tony's acoustic solo at the end of "I Feel The Love" soon to be released as a single song on Facebook for you guys to check out. I'm excited! Jim, Johnny and I also talked about a new solo project I will start on along with The Carpetbaggers next effort.</p><p>January 10th - Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a nice night, the temperature dropped pretty quick when the sun went down. We would like to thank the brave folks that weathered the weather with us.</p><p>January 12th, 13th and 14th, DAVE at The Big Deck - I always love driving across the state to play this venue. The Big Deck, the owners, the staff, the tourists and all the people that live there are the best! Thank you Cedar Key!</p><p>January 15th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johnny and I worked up a new mix on "I Feel The Love" and we worked on a mix and re-sang "Life Goes On".</p><p>January 16th - Songwriter's Night at The World Famous Oasis Tiki Bar - What a great night! The weather was awful all day but cleared up around 4pm. We had a great audience, Doug and Michael kicked butt! Thanks Jean and all the folks at the Oasis for providing the space for us to make music. And thanks to all the folks that support the music we play. </p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwCvD6Xt6CKeEyHyJhz7QaN7TcIMDxXnUc4kzwZzwx3NcaBakwkWBMezC7ms-flrkwMiLz_nAiMJcbTZg4O56Lt7tlWV-4C-d6Q0XE_Poojh7AKbxZow2lSmiTMpjr67MJj3-WAdTaDn75soIY-9UVvYmqabnLGmQ6bxx8tzcuXs9PxB1jCgNPyCHvZg-m/s4032/IMG_8865.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwCvD6Xt6CKeEyHyJhz7QaN7TcIMDxXnUc4kzwZzwx3NcaBakwkWBMezC7ms-flrkwMiLz_nAiMJcbTZg4O56Lt7tlWV-4C-d6Q0XE_Poojh7AKbxZow2lSmiTMpjr67MJj3-WAdTaDn75soIY-9UVvYmqabnLGmQ6bxx8tzcuXs9PxB1jCgNPyCHvZg-m/s320/IMG_8865.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Michael, Doug, Bob & Dave</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>January 17th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a nice chilly evening. We featured our harmonies tonight something that gets a little lost sometimes. Enjoyed singing with Sue and Frankie. We missed you Tony.</p><p>January 19th - Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at Tides and Oyster - It was good to be back at Tides Oyster Co and Grill. We had a nice crowd. This is one of our favorite places to play as a duo.</p><p>I started on a new tune, the working title is "Front & Center". I'm looking forward to the studio this week, Jim and I will continue mixing Poor-Dum my current solo project. I just have a couple of shows this week with the band, I always look forward to that. Also looking forward to getting together with Dan and working on the release of "I Feel The Love" from my Poor-Dum project. Thanks for letting me live my dream! Keepin' It Real! -David<br /></p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-15773663506814057392024-01-09T13:32:00.000-08:002024-01-09T13:32:19.970-08:00<p>January 1st - Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on a mix for "I Feel The Love". I hope to get with Dan Bagan this week and start on a release for my facebook page this week. I can't wait for everyone to hear my new music. I'm excited.</p><p>January 3rd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a great evening, the place was packed! The rain held off until the very to the end.</p><p>January 4th, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at The World Famous Oasis Tiki Bar - Sue and I had a great night! We would like to thank Jean and all the great folks at the Tiki Bar for having Sue and I at their venue. </p><p>January 5th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - It turned out to be a beautiful day on the porch by the water! See you again on Sunday if this weather holds out.</p><p>January 6th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at The San Sebastian Winery - It turned out to be a beautiful night, it was a little windy near the end. We had a great crowd, it was a great time. Thanks everyone who came down to support The Carpetbaggers!</p><p>January 7th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - It was windy and cold but I played it out, surprisingly there was a pretty good size audience. It turned out to be a nice chilly show on the porch by the water. Thanks Brian and staff you guys are the best!</p><p>I had a nice week! Finished up a new tune "Ride Like The Wind", for sure this will have Jim DeVito pull out his western guitar. Carpetbaggers will not longer be performing at Borrillo's, the venue made scheduling errors and defaulted on the dates they committed to us for 2024. We would like to thank all our fans for enduring the time we spent there over the last several months, we sure miss Gerry and Delia. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real!!-David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-83587378793341171412024-01-01T04:16:00.000-08:002024-01-01T04:16:55.673-08:00<p>December 11th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johnny and I worked on "Life Goes On". Next Tuesday we hope to tackle "Rocket" and then it's going under the headphones for Jim and finishing it up. I'm excited.</p><p>December 13th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - We had a great rainy, windy, chilly night at Hurricane's. We missed Sue but somehow made it through. Tony and Frankie kicked butt!</p><p>December 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th and 18th, Ellijay, GA - Theresa, Brianna, Braylen & I spent the weekend in the mountains of Georgia with Wayne and Sue. As always a lot of fun, R and R and some exercise climbing those mountains. We did a drive-in movie, a first for Brianna and Braylen. Braylen also ice skated for the first time. A great time was had by all. </p><p>December 19th, Songwriters Night at The World Famous Oasis Tiki Bar - It was really cold for Florida. I didn't really know what to expect as far as an audience. It turned out to be a great night. Great job by Douglas and Michael. See you back here on January 16th with a different line up and the time will change to 6pm to 8pm. Thanks Oasis and staff for having us!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf2c5UX8NBAECqbQUNKtsBvMnBetmJ_NbrvPU9Y3jDb299UyBm8iKPYpR1I4U3tg39nEMDjBpQVA-GewwQuG8gxQrUzrBJdOKAL19gjb3YqWPgyUDv2jxfN2t87-QUdL2iqu5IeHDNMLYWhJEvJMJzyvHVmNBMF0hDocM-GzhUSq0B9waqvUxhM4oQ8zeO/s4032/IMG_8777.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf2c5UX8NBAECqbQUNKtsBvMnBetmJ_NbrvPU9Y3jDb299UyBm8iKPYpR1I4U3tg39nEMDjBpQVA-GewwQuG8gxQrUzrBJdOKAL19gjb3YqWPgyUDv2jxfN2t87-QUdL2iqu5IeHDNMLYWhJEvJMJzyvHVmNBMF0hDocM-GzhUSq0B9waqvUxhM4oQ8zeO/s320/IMG_8777.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Douglas, Dave, Michael and Bob</td></tr></tbody></table><p>December 20th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was good to get back playing with the band. It was a nice night although we had to set up under the tent.</p><p>December 21st, Bagan and Company - Dan and I ordered inserts for <i><b>Poor-Dum</b></i> and worked on our first idea for the release of "I Feel The Love". </p><p>December 21st, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at The World Famous Oasis Tiki Bar - We had a great night! Good to see a lot of familiar faces in a new setting. Thanks for your support! We'll be beck January 4th!</p><p>December 22nd, DAVE at Aunt Kate's was cancelled - I talked with Brian and we decided the weather was not my friend today. We were wrong because I think it turned out to be an okay evening. Sorry but it's hard to second guess mother natures. See you December
29th weather permitting. </p><p>December 25th, Merry Christmas! - I finished another tune "Ride Like The Wind". I have four more to lay down at Retrophonics Studios and one more I co-wrote with Tony Scozzaro for The Carpetbagger's.</p><p>December 27th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie -Hurricane Grill and Wings - It looked like rain so we set up under the roof. It was a great night! It was good to hang out and make music with my band mates. See you same place next year!</p><p>December 28th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I worked on "Live and A Little Touched" fixed the times. We also are coming up with some ideas for my soon to be released "I Feel The Love" a song from my new <i style="font-weight: bold;">Poor-Dum </i>project.</p><p>December 29th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - I went down there and stood where I would be playing and there was a steady cold wind blowing. Cancelled! Later Theresa and I went to Jim and Sheryl's it was a lot of fun.</p><p>December 31st, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Sunny day, I had a nice afternoon out on the porch by the water! Happy New Year everyone! See you next year!</p><p>This has been a great year with all kinds of fun. I'm looking forward to 2024 with new original music from me and the band. I can't wait to get into the studio New Years Day to work on <i style="font-weight: bold;">Poor-Dum, </i>the new solo project I've been working on. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-36427732373819445382023-12-13T06:44:00.000-08:002023-12-13T06:44:17.148-08:00<p>December 4th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johnny and I ended up working only on "Harpoon Sadie". It was a nice session Johnny did some nice percussion work, I did a small electric guitar part, and Jim did some great mixing and coaching.</p><p>December 6th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and maybe Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - We canceled. The parking lot was only 1/2 usable. Abe said that it had been paved and due to the cold it hadn't dried completely, so not a lot of parking for our people. See you next week.</p><p>December 7th, OFF - Finished writing another new song called "In-Between". Stay tuned for the finished product.</p><p>December 8th, 9th and 10th, Holmes Beach, FL - Chuck and Dara Caudill's for the weekend!</p><p>We had a wonderful weekend! Thanks Chuck and Dara you guys are the best. Chuck and Scott did a great job Friday night at Mattison's Riverwalk Grille. It was great seeing Bill and Barb Bartow before the Simply (TOO LOUD) Queen show. Thanks Snoopy for putting us up and everyone else for putting up with us. See you next year!!! I'm looking forward to the studio this week with Jim and Johnny. We are going to work on "Rocket". On a sad note we lost a good friend Bill Brown affectionately called Captain Yak. We will miss you. As so many times before you loose contact with a friend and then they are gone. Try to stay in touch with your friends, there are so many ways to do it these days. I wish I had spent more time with this good man. R.I.P. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real!!! -David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-28412719993500891082023-12-12T05:26:00.000-08:002023-12-12T05:26:26.494-08:00<p>November 27th, Retrophonics Studios - We worked on a mix for "Twilight" with Jim Devito. I am really starting to get excited about this project. Next week hope to work on "Rocket" and "Harpoon Sadie" with Johhny Medico and Jim.</p><p>November 29th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue and Tony - Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was cold but had a great time! Thanks to all who braved the weather. We missed you Frankie! (he didn't brave the weather)</p><p>December 1st, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Another a nice evening on the porch by the water!</p><p>December 2nd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue,Tony and Frankie at San Sebastian Winery - The weather was threatening so we set up inside, it was one of our best nights at this venue. The audience was great! The volume inside is real live but I feel like we pretty much held it down to a mighty roar. Thanks Kyle and staff you guys are the best!</p><p>December 3rd, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - I gave it a try even though Brian had his doubts he said to get started anyway. I knew his first instinct was right later when I saw Doug from the boat dock come running. I knew there was ran coming, and he always right. I tried. See you back here in a few weeks.</p><p>This week I'm getting together with Jim Devito and Johnny Medico to work on "Rocket" and "Harpoon Sadie". I'm getting closer each week to completing this project called <i><b>Poor-dum</b></i>. I also talked to Dan Bagan he is feeling better every day and we are going to get together next Thursday and see how it goes. That's great news!!! Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' it Real! -David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-61038502445011841042023-12-12T05:15:00.000-08:002023-12-12T05:15:37.749-08:00<p>November 20th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on the mix for 'Twilight". We're getting closer to completion.</p><p>November 21st, Songwriter's Night a The World Famous Oasis Tiki Bar - This was our first night doing this here. It was a great night! I think this is a good fit. Thanks Jean and all the folks at the Oasis! Also thanks to Katherine and Don you were both great! See everyone on December 19th for the next show.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOgILxmqz-oLemo6FftJMSlxBMdB_tMNx_8TwNkE0v3pJqA3ZrffTINrz7JdRxCW3nqR-fDqShehxXaceME-uCd-ZBibIYiKz-tziaBT5pkLB_Vmi1DzaTzKVMhJejuu8pHSZ4wDArT2ADilDUCY5ab69sL_TTqsQgyaA2IFOGegLx-EKjCPnW5qMghXwd/s4032/IMG_8650.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOgILxmqz-oLemo6FftJMSlxBMdB_tMNx_8TwNkE0v3pJqA3ZrffTINrz7JdRxCW3nqR-fDqShehxXaceME-uCd-ZBibIYiKz-tziaBT5pkLB_Vmi1DzaTzKVMhJejuu8pHSZ4wDArT2ADilDUCY5ab69sL_TTqsQgyaA2IFOGegLx-EKjCPnW5qMghXwd/s320/IMG_8650.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Don, Katherine, Bob and Dave</td></tr></tbody></table><p>November 22nd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a nice evening under the roof. It looked like it might rain when I set up. I think we sang some of the best harmonies we ever have tonight. It was a special evening.</p><p>November 23rd, Happy Thanksgiving - Theresa, Brianna and Braylen put together a great meal, Theresa mostly. It was nice to spend the day with family, Jay included. </p><p>November 24th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at St Augustine Fish House - The weather held out it was just a little chilly. Joel, Michelle and friends were down. It's always good to see our Virginia friend, Joel. The band is playing together as good as it ever has. It's fun hanging out with this crew!</p><p>November 26th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Cancelled due to lousy weather! See you this Friday from 4 to 7pm. Theresa and I went by Sue and Wayne's new place. They did a great job, looks fabulous! </p><p>I had a great week! I really enjoyed listening to our band singing harmonies this week. That's what I enjoy the most. Looking forward to the studio this week with Jim DeVito and Johnny Medico. Also starting to get some early mixes for the new North Star Band project. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> <br /></span></p><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-90512634798563496452023-11-22T16:35:00.000-08:002023-12-12T05:16:32.588-08:00<p><span>November 1st, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a nice chilly night playing somewhere else on A1A.</span></p><p><span></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxQ9mQjBfqV_CZZmnDWe_5j4eXErZ8cLcBYdXhSqeEkEc3FXBFhCCb6jJlbkDqOjMi78OdnF6VdxU7oppLeGpeXOse8mmLBZwjjtiEd0Y6SxZoL9mSpb-r4elX9hyphenhyphenX2W0XJoNrqzrm5cum8rqWvDtIj1E3gD4cGPWAXIl4kUNBi2nLetQ9JuJ_E_g8dL-8/s4032/IMG_8481.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxQ9mQjBfqV_CZZmnDWe_5j4eXErZ8cLcBYdXhSqeEkEc3FXBFhCCb6jJlbkDqOjMi78OdnF6VdxU7oppLeGpeXOse8mmLBZwjjtiEd0Y6SxZoL9mSpb-r4elX9hyphenhyphenX2W0XJoNrqzrm5cum8rqWvDtIj1E3gD4cGPWAXIl4kUNBi2nLetQ9JuJ_E_g8dL-8/w400-h300/IMG_8481.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dave, Sue, Tony and Frankie</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p></p><p><span></span></p><span>November 3rd, Jekyll Island Shrimp and Grits Festival</span><span> - Sue and I played on the Skeet Stage at the Shrimp and Grits Festival on Jekyll Island. Brother Ed Pickett joined us. It was windy and cool but it was a great time! It was good to see all our friends from Virginia that showed up, and all the folks we played for. Thanks for supporting our music. Also thanks to Jekyll Island and Ed Pickett for a great evening.</span><p></p><p><span>November 4th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at San Sebastian Winery - What a nice night to be looking over beautiful St. Augustine from the top of the Winery.</span></p><p><span>November 5th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Another great afternoon on the porch by the water!</span></p><p><span>November 6th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on "Life Goes On" and "Get Along Little Pony". It is amazing to me Jim DeVito's knowledge and experience when it come to mixing. It is a real art and he is one of the best!</span></p><p><span>November 8th, </span><span><span>Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at </span>Hurricane Grill and Wings - It turned out to be a beautiful evening. We made some good music!</span></p><p><span>November 9th, </span><span><span>Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at The World Famous </span>Oasis Tiki Bar - It was our first time here. I think it went nice. We would like to thank Jean for tracking us down. We will be back December 21st! Can't wait!</span></p><p><span>November 10th, 11th & 12th, DAVE at The Big Deck Bar and Grill in Cedar Key - Never fails, always a blast playing at this wonderful venue. I was sorry Darlene and Brian were under the weather I hope they are feeling better. See you in January!</span></p><p><span>November 13th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on a mix "I'm So Gone" a song I co-wrote with Chris McVey.</span></p><p><span>November 15th, </span><span><span>Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue and Tony at </span>Hurricane Grill and Wings - We had a great evening! We decided to set up in the inside area, good idea. It rained for the last hour. It was a fun night.</span></p><p><span>November 17th, </span><span><span>Carpetbaggers DAVE and Tony at </span>Tides Oyster Co - It was a nice time. The crowd missed Sue but Tony kicked butt!</span></p><p><span>November 18th, </span><span><span>Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at </span>Borillo's - The Night of Lights kick off what more can I say. The place was crowded I had some guitar issues the band did a great job carrying on without me </span></p><p><span>November 19th, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue performed at Island Prep Friendsgiving Celebration and Fundraisers - Sue and I played a about a 45 minute show. It was fun, still having guitar problems what do you do? The show must go on. Brianna and Page did a great job organizing this event. Good to see Amy and Jim the other artists that performed.</span></p><p><span>It's been a great month! Looking forward to the completion of <i><b>Poor-Dum</b></i> my new solo CD produced and recorded by Jim DeVito with a lot of help from Johnny Medico. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' it Real! -David</span></p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> <br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><br /></p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-56550955108804434462023-11-07T05:59:00.003-08:002023-12-12T05:16:57.216-08:00<p><span>October 16th, Retrophonics Studios - Mickey Adams was in today, he put a pedal steel track on "I'm So Gone" and on "Rocket". It's up to Jim DeVito to do his magic on production to complete my 5th solo CD <i><b>Poor-Dum</b></i>...then on to the next.</span></p><p><span>October 17th, Songwriter's Night at The Beacon Listening Room- It was a great songwriter's night as always. Bob, Fond and John were just great! Sue Westcott was amazing. It's been a good run at this venue, we will see you next month, November 14th at a new place. </span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvwzuRnAPDRRCmClYwj10s7jnbemhG_Rc2a4Ng1GeF7p6rXP04cl-pgzfteeoFNvzx5lCL49LRisTHSBEal2efCPDdgLqIk6vF6SPm8cZa_lbLHK4VBkrLGjQCBVF96pHmHKb2-THbKlpzIK82TQyWtK4oWXJEQDtC8sOHTE1fcVo_YFNvYj_8mEHUmszY/s4032/IMG_8499.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvwzuRnAPDRRCmClYwj10s7jnbemhG_Rc2a4Ng1GeF7p6rXP04cl-pgzfteeoFNvzx5lCL49LRisTHSBEal2efCPDdgLqIk6vF6SPm8cZa_lbLHK4VBkrLGjQCBVF96pHmHKb2-THbKlpzIK82TQyWtK4oWXJEQDtC8sOHTE1fcVo_YFNvYj_8mEHUmszY/w400-h300/IMG_8499.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span>Fond, Sue, John, Bob and Dave</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><span>October 18th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - We had a nice evening at Hurricane's. It's always good to get together with the band at this venue.</span></p><p><span>October 19th - Theresa and I went to check out the Oasis Tiki Bar, looks good as new location for Songwriter's Night and Sue and I playing once a month.</span></p><p><span>October 20th, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at Tides and Oyster Bar - It was a blast as usual with Sue. They're really sprucing up the place. Looks great!</span></p><p><span>October 21st, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Borillo's - It was a strange but nice night. I don't think anyone of us had much gas in the tank. We got the job done though, way to hang tough guys and gal.</span></p><p><span>October 22nd, Brady Green's Celebration of Life - It was a sad day but we all know Brady is in a better place. He was a good friend and big part of my musical career. Safe travels my friend.</span></p><p><span>October 23rd, Retrophonics Studios & Sun City - Long day. Jim and I took a look at what we have on the 10 tracks of my new solo cd <i style="font-weight: bold;">Poor-Dum"</i>. Jim says we have everything we need so now we are mixing. I still have two new tunes to lay down hopefully in the next two weeks "The Way It Is" and "Making Rainbows". Later on Theresa and I met my my Dad and Margie at the Crazy Crab in Hilton Head SC for dinner and to drop off his guitar that Scott Sweet set up for him. This was the closest they were coming to us for awhile.</span></p><p><span>October 25th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, and Tony at Hurricane Grill and Wings - Frankie was under the weather, but the show must go on and we did. It was a wonderful night Sue and Tony kicked butt. The rain came with about 1 minute left in "Don't Stare At The Sun" one of our tunes the last song of the night.</span></p><p><span>October 29th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - I had another great afternoon on the porch by the water!</span></p><p><span>October 31st, Retrophonics Studios - Jim And I started the mixing for <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> my new solo CD. We are going to work down the list, song #1 was "I Feel The Love" and Jim did a nice mix. We started on #2 "Life Goes On", but didn't get it all done...will continue next week. I'm excited. Looking down the road, after the release of <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> I plan to get back on the Carpetbaggers release <i><b>Say Grace</b></i> and at the same time I'll work with Jim and Johnny to start my next solo CD Project No. 6.</span></p><p><span>I'm looking forward to the gigs this week and then heading to Georgia on Friday. Sue and I will be performing on the Skeet Stage at The Shrimp & Grits Festival, hopefully we will get Ed Pickett to sit in. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</span></p><p><span>see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span><span> </span></p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-30268334199012501812023-10-17T14:14:00.002-07:002023-10-17T14:14:26.150-07:00<p>October 9th, Retrophonics Studios - Frankie and Sue sang some harmonies on "I Feel The Love", "Get Along Little Pony" and got started on "Rocket".</p><p>October 10th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at The Beacon Listening Room - It was a weird start but I think everything turned out okay. Thanks for supporting Carpetbaggers' music!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRwZmX51lu7MhtocvROHB0Ic1f_3NmVapx6HIePxC-2D0hxY-Ql68jZooceOQwA1Y_XsfvtyXRZXe2qWk6d4xF0Rt43djZ03w63CNl1DjYteQyTnehEHaJ0xlF-ovziwkF_dW8SgOBK1xDDvId7BIASBVF4leXf-4eSfFeLQiFcUVDR51vSUbHq1gZVPJz/s2333/IMG_8466.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1720" data-original-width="2333" height="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRwZmX51lu7MhtocvROHB0Ic1f_3NmVapx6HIePxC-2D0hxY-Ql68jZooceOQwA1Y_XsfvtyXRZXe2qWk6d4xF0Rt43djZ03w63CNl1DjYteQyTnehEHaJ0xlF-ovziwkF_dW8SgOBK1xDDvId7BIASBVF4leXf-4eSfFeLQiFcUVDR51vSUbHq1gZVPJz/s320/IMG_8466.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Carpetbaggers at The Beacon Listening Room</td></tr></tbody></table><p>October 11th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - We got lucky and beat the rain. Thanks everyone for supporting the Carpetbaggers' music.</p><p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTpPeOK0DykSg-olSywr-FXKtGvMGOvchzbEpiWuDU8tNsZEjjDJMLxMm_hujvezL22oe0TXtLoiiuL1hmvechonATL3QUf7iAHXi853WgbnrFW1PD_HjbHIseiAOOnR9d1w3fHx0B0F-angHNVA4_fSkVGdLqBtFR73RoE8IlS2O_-s9ToYjnzrJBGWsq/s4032/IMG_8481.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTpPeOK0DykSg-olSywr-FXKtGvMGOvchzbEpiWuDU8tNsZEjjDJMLxMm_hujvezL22oe0TXtLoiiuL1hmvechonATL3QUf7iAHXi853WgbnrFW1PD_HjbHIseiAOOnR9d1w3fHx0B0F-angHNVA4_fSkVGdLqBtFR73RoE8IlS2O_-s9ToYjnzrJBGWsq/s320/IMG_8481.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Carpetbaggers at Hurricane Grill and Wings</td></tr></tbody></table></p><p>October 12th, Private Party - Sue and I played a party for the EPIC Healthcare Group at The Beacon. It was a nice evening!</p><p>October 13th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Another nice afternoon out on the porch by the water! I also finished another tune "Making Rainbows" will try to lay it down in two weeks after I finish the tracks for my new CD <b><i>Poor-Dum.</i></b></p><p>October 14th - Jay and I went to see Government Mule. It was good to get to hang out with Matt and the band was great. I like the new bass player he adds to an already smokin' show. </p><p>October 15th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Another nice afternoon out on the porch by the water!</p><p>I'm looking forward to having Mickey Adams in the studio again, adding pedal steel tracks to "I'm So Gone" and "Rocket". Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real!!! DAVE</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-88677264389807944012023-10-17T10:50:00.001-07:002023-12-13T05:50:55.507-08:00<p>October 2nd, Retrophonics Studios - Mickey Adams had some unexpected things come up and was unable to make the session. Jim and I worked on getting mixes ready for me, Frankie and Sue to do background vocals next week. Getting closer!</p><p>October 4th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - Finally no rain even though there was a cloud hanging over us for the whole evening. It was nice to be back playing with the band we have been off for a week. Sue was in Georgia doing a show, Tony and Frankie doing the Tony and Friends. I was off doing things around the house and working in the yard.</p><p>October 5th, Corner Sushi - Theresa and I had sushi with Darlene, Brianna and Braylen. We love Corner Sushi, it's the best!</p><p>October 6th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - It was a nice afternoon out on the porch by the water! J.C. Hatfield and Noelle showed up.</p><p>October 7th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at San Sebastian Winery - It was a fun night.</p><p>October 8th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Another nice day out on the porch by the water.</p><p>It's been a busy week! Looking forward to having Frankie and Sue in the studio for background vocals on <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b>. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-64911332795331903502023-10-03T04:31:00.000-07:002023-10-03T04:31:01.289-07:00<p>September 25th, Retrophonics Studios - Mickey was in and put a banjo and guitar part on "Twilight".</p><p>September 27th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a rainy night at Hurricane's. Thanks for all the brave folks that hung out in the nasty weather. </p><p>I've been off from gigs for almost a week. I'm getting a lot done around the house, and working on a couple new tunes for the band. I've written one song named "Another Day" and put tracks down on it with Jim DeVito and Johnny Medico. I've started on another one "Making Rainbows" or "Chasing Rainbows" not sure yet. I"m looking forward to Mickey Adams last trip into the studio. We will be working on "I'm So Gone", "Rocket" and "Another Day". Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-2616329050648991922023-09-26T11:49:00.002-07:002023-09-26T11:49:50.806-07:00<p>September 18th, Retrophonics Studios - Frankie was under the weather and Sue was out of town, so there were no background vocals for <i><b>Poor-Dum</b></i> today. I just wrote a new tune called "Another Day" so I brought it in to Jim DeVito and we started to lay it down. Johnny Medico came in and the three of us went off to the races. I listened through it again the next morning and wow! Good job gentleman! I hope to have Mickey Adams in next week!</p><p>September 19th, Songwriter's Night at The Beacon Listening Room - We had a great songwriter's night. Larry and Alex were fantastic. It was good to have Bob back. See you next month here on October 17th.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA2bvpX-oRiZp15dXPbXkGiBpVlspBqTFUAmIGK4GUfCCHHpbJ3RE2kEfgQIpDRoKl4UuXlWrNQY7er2y_HeKzeYlCCerUPXsWy9O6XsiueWZwsdlFrsFrKMpuCNXkvAmM40_fDoE4cJFeuASjS1EgDnlwXqtfdcL2nKb9vZkdLA8T5uj9e0OppoeHYCwj/s3493/IMG_8375.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2620" data-original-width="3493" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA2bvpX-oRiZp15dXPbXkGiBpVlspBqTFUAmIGK4GUfCCHHpbJ3RE2kEfgQIpDRoKl4UuXlWrNQY7er2y_HeKzeYlCCerUPXsWy9O6XsiueWZwsdlFrsFrKMpuCNXkvAmM40_fDoE4cJFeuASjS1EgDnlwXqtfdcL2nKb9vZkdLA8T5uj9e0OppoeHYCwj/s320/IMG_8375.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Alex, Larry, Bob and Dave</td></tr></tbody></table><p>September 20th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue and Tony at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a nice evening. I enjoyed hangin' out and playing with Sue and Tony! We missed Frankie.</p><p>September 22nd, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - I had a nice evening out on the porch by the water!</p><p>September 23rd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue,Tony and Frankie at St Augustine Fish House and Oyster Co - We had a great night! It was good to see Chris McVey and Amy.</p><p>September 24th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Happy Birthday to my brother Will in heaven I miss you, Trisha and Mom. The afternoon was nice out on the porch by the water! Good to see Jody Straton and his wife.</p><p>I'm looking forward to having Mickey Adams in the studio. It's getting closer and closer to the release of Poor-Dum. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-9458692049331053212023-09-19T05:24:00.000-07:002023-09-19T05:24:12.814-07:00<p>September 8th, 9th and 10th, DAVE at The Big Deck - Canceled due to the effects of hurricane Idalia. I'm heart broken for the people of Cedar Key. A lot of work ahead for them.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVav1t3ADyCDmiErzeVqOwpG4FV4-g8y3eGs9KEHBGHeLl07CkQVDOEsPU0azBsliiPZ0ckQBfmkPFRiQxsTUy22Vr2c6DYtkfdJ8W99FUOk_GmdQyT9vv9bIYPYBQYkKyyurju6Hlv47RKuZcR1UrDbplXR8GIK9UnhBx-oL4R2US27qwEwpY-dakKFhL/s503/Screen%20Shot%202023-09-19%20at%208.16.02%20AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="377" data-original-width="503" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVav1t3ADyCDmiErzeVqOwpG4FV4-g8y3eGs9KEHBGHeLl07CkQVDOEsPU0azBsliiPZ0ckQBfmkPFRiQxsTUy22Vr2c6DYtkfdJ8W99FUOk_GmdQyT9vv9bIYPYBQYkKyyurju6Hlv47RKuZcR1UrDbplXR8GIK9UnhBx-oL4R2US27qwEwpY-dakKFhL/s320/Screen%20Shot%202023-09-19%20at%208.16.02%20AM.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-one-business-everyone-needs-on-cedar-key?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook">gofundme link, click here</a><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>September 12th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue,Tony and Frankie at The Beacon Listening Room - It was great to get back playing with the band. Great time!</p><p>September 13th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue,Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a nice kind of laid back evening.</p><p>September 14th, Bagan and Company - Spent time with Dan to finalized the packaging for <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> my new solo release.</p><p>September 14th, Yaron's memorial and celebration of life - We played some songs and Wayne and Sue told some stories about out recently departed friend.</p><p>September 15th, DAVE and Sue at Tides and Oyster Bar - It was a slow start but turned out to be a great night! Always fun to play at this venue.</p><p>September 16th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Borrillo's - What a great way to end a week with the band. A nice night playing some good music with friends. It doesn't get any better than that.</p><p>September 17th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - It started out great out on the porch by the water but as the day went on in slowed down, pretty dang hot. Still always enjoy the day at Aunt Kate's. Good people! Good food! Good time!</p><p>I will be in the studio with Frankie doing background vocals for my new solo CD <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b>. Thanks for letting me live my dream! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-40593017966637145142023-09-15T16:41:00.002-07:002023-09-15T16:41:56.031-07:00<p>August 21st, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on mixing "Rocket" and then laid down a new tune I just finished called "Darkness". I'm excited about the outcome. It turned out better than I thought, Jim had some great ideas about how to produce it.</p><p>August 22nd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at the Beacon Listening Room - It was a great night! Come by and check out Taco Tuesday with The Carpetbaggers.</p><p>August 23rd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie Hurricane Grill and Wings - We barely got the show in. About 7pm a big cloud came up and let loose. Things were just getting fun but welcome to Florida.</p><p>August 24th, Travel Day to Hague, VA with Frankie at our tail.</p><p>August 25th, We made it! Theresa and I went out to dinner with Randy, Acie and Barbara at the Backdraft. </p><p>August 26th, DAVE, Eddie and Frankie, Celebration Of Life for Mark Mitchell - It was a nice celebration for Mark Mitchell. Donna and Bill did a great job organizing it for him. Mark's brother was very nice. We were proud to be a part of this. </p><p>August 27th, DAVE, Eddie and Frankie at Coles Point Tavern - It was a fun afternoon at the Tavern, a lot of friends and family made there way there to see us. It was great to see my Dad and Margie (Eddie's mother), along with my Uncle Charley and Aunt Debbie.</p><p>August 31st - September 5th, DAVE at Coles Point Tavern - I always look forward to these shows. It's great to play for all the folks in the Northern Neck. It was great to play with my old bandmate from Ludwell Newton Kevin Ball and his wife Lucille. We performed an original song "Powder Nose Rosie". that we were playing 37 years before. I would like to thanks Chris and Ann for having me come up and play for all these years, they will be moving on in January. You guys are the best! I wish only the best for you both. Hopefully see you in May!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6EbJG_l023AmfxcHIWqN8V8aXUpqb1si5Udgz4REOG0KXFyImPnQyVc3QzDSXoymQ0ZURu548pSCRCl-Bzcp-FW4nQly6-r17AQ-0hUwZGZYz6dcnXjtQXRdusBYinaCkUMVGVzZ2xTH0x6ItQL71cfsDgxTG7o95EBMLSAijVMVSDBlhPoUPFrCglIzu/s4032/IMG_8331.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6EbJG_l023AmfxcHIWqN8V8aXUpqb1si5Udgz4REOG0KXFyImPnQyVc3QzDSXoymQ0ZURu548pSCRCl-Bzcp-FW4nQly6-r17AQ-0hUwZGZYz6dcnXjtQXRdusBYinaCkUMVGVzZ2xTH0x6ItQL71cfsDgxTG7o95EBMLSAijVMVSDBlhPoUPFrCglIzu/s320/IMG_8331.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dave and Kevin</td></tr></tbody></table><p>I am a lucky guy!! I get a chance to do what I love and get paid for it too! Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-47038217649348676742023-08-22T05:12:00.002-07:002023-09-15T14:37:38.939-07:00<p>August 14th, Retrophonics Studios - Mickey was under the weather so Jim, Johnny and I worked on mixing "Twilight"</p><p>August 15th, Songwriter's Night at The Beacon Listening Room - Everyone did an excellent job and what a great audience. I would like to thank Sue Westcott for sitting in with me. Everyone did you proud Bob and we missed you!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBnJjNSSM1tc4x1nVqnlVOYiVdQQq1q_frdFHurVFC81OAo09BkSyvsiETTm2DqjTJjK99DK7dkdkUp2bZnm24odQsCo7WEpy8BNN2q0Sn4r1lFq74NWRECqDw6BxK5SPOLbW_YV38ItRGOFU7aZ9U-IWxEE_Sl1tW2yX-hVGfsSUggJtCTU-dNI8h0A-l/s3292/IMG_8260.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2469" data-original-width="3292" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBnJjNSSM1tc4x1nVqnlVOYiVdQQq1q_frdFHurVFC81OAo09BkSyvsiETTm2DqjTJjK99DK7dkdkUp2bZnm24odQsCo7WEpy8BNN2q0Sn4r1lFq74NWRECqDw6BxK5SPOLbW_YV38ItRGOFU7aZ9U-IWxEE_Sl1tW2yX-hVGfsSUggJtCTU-dNI8h0A-l/s320/IMG_8260.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gregory Ruggiero, JC Hattfield, Mike Howard, Dave, Sue Westcott</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>August 16th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a rain out. A big storm came thru and soaked the whole inside where we play. Later I went down to hang out with the Friends Of Brady Green Remembrance at 88.5 FM with The Dougernot and a host of others. It was good to hear the stories and all the music Brady made.</p><p>August 18th, DAVE and Sue at Tide's Oyster Company and Grill - We had a great time and the place was as cool as The Queen Bee on her violin!</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm9nZPCWZ6FL0lFigMd9LeMX2gO47_KuRsuVTWKjd9y0EBseWlCbq29wnu9Dp2zIfR59DzEK8FfxsvqMtKfEkZHlWfBXvMkHZbm4jY1KV5YJ2HAqBGlHV7mgM32DAiciOoZc6SW8Zb46IIvhBwUTO4mhzfmlZgr5gpqC9N6KGAKsC906SO2gvX0Vc6oVWN/s4032/IMG_8272.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm9nZPCWZ6FL0lFigMd9LeMX2gO47_KuRsuVTWKjd9y0EBseWlCbq29wnu9Dp2zIfR59DzEK8FfxsvqMtKfEkZHlWfBXvMkHZbm4jY1KV5YJ2HAqBGlHV7mgM32DAiciOoZc6SW8Zb46IIvhBwUTO4mhzfmlZgr5gpqC9N6KGAKsC906SO2gvX0Vc6oVWN/s320/IMG_8272.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dave and Sue Westcott</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>August 19th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Borrillo's - We finally got a Borrillo's in. There was a rain cloud that hung over us for about an hour but no rain. See you guys next month. Come check out what they have done with the place.</p><p>August 20th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - They were calling for rain but somehow it missed us. I had a nice afternoon out on the porch by the water.</p><p>I'm going to be in the studio mixing my new CD <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b>. Hopefully we can get it ready for back ground vocals when I get back from Virginia. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David<br /></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p><p><br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-27287106963507751682023-08-22T04:48:00.001-07:002023-09-15T14:37:51.532-07:00<p>August 7th, Retrophonics Studios - Mickey Adams was in today putting some tracks on "Twilight" and "I Feel Love" he did a great job. It was good to hang out with my old friend in the studio. </p><p>August 8th, My friend Brady Green left this world today, safe travels my friend.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicOtQXkS6Gj-Zy0s5R7yOOkp0rP_b_zw_XEtN3QC8CtzpPfT4Dc2Ln6pToYvzUJds81drVllE8PlsjDPawnARQDZhLAI4YicudUdJkgk2SaeVpLjo6lhIz-6VJA9Twp-kAAKTXnpx5p0RFbBZ1aSzBN_PCtD8f5RE1_VhrhwD36XqUbo9fsXuWvq3aqpHy/s3264/IMG_3532%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3264" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicOtQXkS6Gj-Zy0s5R7yOOkp0rP_b_zw_XEtN3QC8CtzpPfT4Dc2Ln6pToYvzUJds81drVllE8PlsjDPawnARQDZhLAI4YicudUdJkgk2SaeVpLjo6lhIz-6VJA9Twp-kAAKTXnpx5p0RFbBZ1aSzBN_PCtD8f5RE1_VhrhwD36XqUbo9fsXuWvq3aqpHy/s320/IMG_3532%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dave Besley, Brady Green, Frankie Urzetta, Barry Dunaway at Creekside Dinery</td></tr></tbody></table><p>August 9th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie Hurricane Grill and Wings - We started off with rain, then hot and muggy, but hey, the show must go on. It ended up being a nice evening. Thanks to all that showed up!</p><p>August 11th, 12th and 13th, DAVE at The Big Deck - It was a great weekend at The Big Deck! But, it was H O T! It's always great to see all my Cedar Key friends no matter what the weather.</p><p>Looking forward to having Mickey Adams in the studio again. Also looking forward to hearing what's going on with Dan Bagan. I've started on my next solo cd called <b><i>Project No.6</i></b>. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David<br /></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-41454377486977673772023-08-22T04:20:00.006-07:002023-09-15T14:38:01.479-07:00<p> July 31st, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johnny and I worked through a mix on "Rocket" it's really coming along.</p><p>August 2nd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue and Tony at Hurricane Grill and Wings - We made it until 7:30pm then the rain came. Thanks Albert and staff for the trash bags I don't think we lost any gear.</p><p>August 3rd, Bagan and Company - Dan and I ordered blank CDs for <i><b>Poor-Dum</b></i> and looked for a picture for the inside cover. Getting closer...</p><p>August 4th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Cancelled due to rain.</p><p>August 5th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at The San Sebastian Winery - We were inside and it never rained. Go figure. We had a nice crowd, everyone did a great job!</p><p>August 6th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - It was hot but no rain! A nice afternoon on the porch by the water.</p><p>I'm excited to have Mickey Adams in the studio today. Just about done with Dan on the layout for <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> my new CD. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real -David<br /></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-22835261666956258282023-08-04T16:53:00.001-07:002023-08-22T05:43:57.912-07:00<p>July 24th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on new vocal tracks for "Twilight" and "Rocket". We are now ready for Frankie, Sue and I to do background vocals. Maybe even Tony.</p><p>July 26th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie Hurricane Grill and Wings - We had a nice evening, we are making some new friends and always glad to see the old ones. Life is good!</p><p>July 27th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I finished the <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> design, now we must finish the music! </p><p>July 27th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Frankie and Tony at The Beacon Listening Room - We had a nice crowd, some new faces. Thanks to the folks at The Beacon for giving us this night to play.</p><p>July 28th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at the San Sebastian Winery - We played inside, it was a good call! We had a nice crowd, it was the first of two nights at this venue. </p><p>July 29th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony, Rusty Springfield and Hodge at the San Sebastian Winery - Inside good call Kyle! We had Rusty and Hodge with us tonight. They are great players it was a lot of fun.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqy9RXWmtzYOX4p5VD-HseiarkyT_ZZFw10l4egEj-9PhFaK07HXmw2gL_CoZSgEeqvqLk8hJWZRuxpjQviYK-8LNAK2zITROtepBxhoxksv1CBGgJjiz7gVWURgnZI0qdx7e3Dm0g4Ltcx_kJzVJRig09mC2WAfo_nu9MT5g1bKcNeUMl00StHbhUEvUv/s574/Screen%20Shot%202023-08-04%20at%207.50.59%20PM.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="431" data-original-width="574" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqy9RXWmtzYOX4p5VD-HseiarkyT_ZZFw10l4egEj-9PhFaK07HXmw2gL_CoZSgEeqvqLk8hJWZRuxpjQviYK-8LNAK2zITROtepBxhoxksv1CBGgJjiz7gVWURgnZI0qdx7e3Dm0g4Ltcx_kJzVJRig09mC2WAfo_nu9MT5g1bKcNeUMl00StHbhUEvUv/s320/Screen%20Shot%202023-08-04%20at%207.50.59%20PM.png" width="320" /></a></div><p>July 30th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Maybe the hottest day yet out on the porch by the water! I barely made it.</p><p>I am excited to do some mixing on my new solo CD <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> with Jim DeVito. I'm also looking forward to getting with Dan at Bagan and Company to order some of the packaging for the new CD. Thanks for letting me live my dream! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-20580900087856937882023-08-03T14:56:00.000-07:002023-08-03T14:56:01.091-07:00<p>July 17th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I worked on mixes for "Twilight" and " I'm So Gone". We're getting ready for Frankie and Sue's background vocals and to re-sing a couple of the tunes. It's getting closer!</p><p>July 18th, Songwriter's Night at The Beacon Listening Room - It was a nice night everyone did a great job! Thanks for supporting our event!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQDgoqrwgPYC-q5y_yef6KfWdk43D9y8ar02t-Zel334ZEjS4-Csi2tIUYqSG2PVKghXjzEqH7GnCOWM_wN3eDd3_SC6SHy6ysoaOocKw1TsMXIJviY3PZEdsciKIHatYx-bYTyZG3A_3lUpQwV4VPGgCKgz743ICCsKl6dy34JNoWfcR0tF-kpyoHA0cg/s1171/Screen%20Shot%202023-08-03%20at%204.11.44%20PM.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="878" data-original-width="1171" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQDgoqrwgPYC-q5y_yef6KfWdk43D9y8ar02t-Zel334ZEjS4-Csi2tIUYqSG2PVKghXjzEqH7GnCOWM_wN3eDd3_SC6SHy6ysoaOocKw1TsMXIJviY3PZEdsciKIHatYx-bYTyZG3A_3lUpQwV4VPGgCKgz743ICCsKl6dy34JNoWfcR0tF-kpyoHA0cg/s320/Screen%20Shot%202023-08-03%20at%204.11.44%20PM.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Songwriter's Night at The Beacon Listening Room</td></tr></tbody></table><p>July 19th - Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was HOT! Everyone hung in there and we got the job done but it was HOT!</p><p>July 20th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I finished the layout for <i><b>Poor-Dum</b></i>. When Theresa gets home she will proof it then all we have to do is finish the music. Easy as that.</p><p>July 20th, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at St Augustine Fish House & Oyster Co - It was a slow hot start but had a nice crowd pretty quickly. I had fun.</p><p>July 21st, Carpetbaggers DAVE and Sue at Tides and Oyster Company - There were some A/C problems so it was a little warm inside. It slowed down what I think would have been a big evening., still this is a great place to play and we had a good time.</p><p>July 22nd, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Frankie and Tony Borrollo's - Canceled due to extreme weather, hot and rain. See you on August 19th!</p><p>July 23rd, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - I was right in the middle of the show when the rain came. It was fun while it lasted.</p><p>I hope to sing a couple of vocal tracks on "Twilight" and "Rocket". I also want to get the 6 tracks ready for Frankie and Sue to do some back ground vocals. I can't wait! Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-29714838691674354162023-08-01T05:57:00.001-07:002023-08-01T05:57:11.543-07:00<p>July 3rd, Retrophonics Studios - Jim and I ended up working with Johnny on "Rocket". We put some synthesizer lines in a few of the parts. Johnny will also put some piano on next week.</p><p>July 4th - Dinner at home with Theresa and Jay.</p><p>July 5th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was hot and we were under the roof because of the threat of rain. We had a great crowd it was good to have Frankie with us. See you next week!</p><p>July 6th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I worked on the inside design for the cover to <b><i>Poor-Dum.</i></b></p><p>July 7th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Canceled due to rain</p><p>July 8th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue, Tony and Frankie at San Sebastian Winery - It was packed and hot! </p><p>June 9th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Great afternoon for about an hour. Then being on the porch by the water was not so much fun, it poured. I had a blast while it lasted.</p><p>July 10th, Retrophonics Studios - Jim, Johhny and I worked on "Rocket". </p><p>July 12th, 13th and 14th, Virginia - Goodbye to Katherine my mother-in-law.</p><p>July 15th and 16th, DAVE at The Big Deck - It was a great couple of days at The Big Deck! Thanks to everyone who showed up to sweat with the oldies and originals.</p><p>It's been quite a week. We have traveled about 2000 miles in 2 or 3 days. Looking forward to doing some mixing at the studio with Jim DeVito on <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b>. Hopefully I will get together with Dan at Bagan and Company and continue on with our layout for my it. Thanks for letting me live my dream! Keepin' It Real!!! -David</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p><p> <br /></p>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047064499279589461.post-87778167773545535672023-07-08T04:50:00.003-07:002023-08-22T05:45:17.078-07:00<p>June 26th, Retrophonics Studios - We laid down a new track for Project #6 it's called Virginia Pines.</p><p>June 28th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, Sue and Tony at Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a hot one! Not a huge crowd but we had fun anyway. Frankie was a little under the weather. Great way to spend my birthday!</p><p>June 29th, Bagan and Company - Dan and I are working on the cover and back of my new solo CD <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b>.</p><p>June 30th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Hot! Hot! Hot! It was still a great time on the porch by the water!</p><p>July 1st, DAVE at Private Party - I was at the Pelican Pub, Jeff, Jennifer and staff were wonderful and really took care of me as they always do. Good People, great time! Thanks everyone that supported this charity event.</p><p>July 2nd, DAVE Aunt Kate's - It was a hot but a fun day on the porch by the water!</p>We lost Bella our dog that we adopted after my brother passed away in 2020. She was a good girl and my friend Jay took great care of her. We're sad. Moving on I hope to continue work on mixes for <b><i>Poor-Dum</i></b> with Jim at Retrophonics Studios and continue work on the art work fro <b><i>Poor-dum</i></b> with Dan at Bagan and Company. Thanks for letting me live my dream!!! Keepin' It Real!! -David<div><p><span style="font-size: medium;">see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />check out my upcoming performances here:<br /><a href="http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html" target="_blank">http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://thecarpetbaggersband.blogspot.com/">Carpetbaggers Band</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.thenorthstarband.com/">The North Star Band</a></span> </p></div>— David Besleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09151321287692809627noreply@blogger.com0