December 2nd, DAVE at Retrophonics Studios - We've got five songs ready to start mixing for the Big Lonesome CD. I am so excited to hear these tracks again. I will finish this project up with the help of Frankie, Sue, Tony and  George. I can't wait for everyone to hear it.

December 4th - Carpetbaggers, Dave, Sue and George at  Hurricane Grill and Wings - It was a cold night so we set up under the tent. I had a blast as always playing with George and Sue.

December 5th, DAVE at Bagan and Company - We worked the final layout for "Don't Stare At The Sun" so it will be out by Christmas! Then next week we will continue work on "Live And A Little Touched" my new release.

December 5th, Carpetbaggers DAVE, George, Frankie and Tony at The Corner Bar -
What a great night! The place was full, it was Jim's (Bunnyman) birthday and he brought three rum cakes (chocolate, pina colada and a new spice flavor). Sue will be back next week, we missed her.

December 6th and 7th, DAVE at Aunt Kate's - Day 1 was a nice quiet evening. I had a nice time out on the porch it was a beautiful evening by the water. Day 2 turned out to be a nice afternoon on the porch by the water. Stowed my gear and headed to Georgia to play with brother Ed.

December 7th, Carpetbaggers DAVE and ED - Christmas Party- I made it to the gig with only one problem, I couldn't read the address on the mail box and went down the wrong driveway at first. I didn't feel so bad because I think Ed did the same thing. What a nice event, these are great people to play for. I had the chance to sit by the fire at the end of the night for a bit. Tell a few cuban tree frog stories and listened to a few good ones in return. The ride home was a little long, but made it home safely.

December 8th - DAVE at Aunt Kate's - The rain came twice, that was enough. I played about half the gig then had to call it quits. Never fails in Florida, as I was loading out the sun burst through the sky and I was sweating my ass off it got so hot. Go figure. Still overall it was a great weekend! See you next month!

"Don't Stare At The Sun" has been released! So I've started working on "The Big Lonesome Rides Again" with Jim at Retrophonics. Also will get back to work on "Live And A Little Touched" with Dan at Bagan and Company. Thanks for letting me live my dream! Stop texting, start talking! Don't liter! Smile it could brighten someone's day, even your own! Early detection can save your life! Speak of the good things going on, there's enough talk of the bad! Do the right thing whenever you can it will make this world a better place to live in! Keepin' It Real! -David

see you down the road!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
check out my upcoming performances here:
http://davidwattbesley.blogspot.com/p/schedule_31.html