tag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:/blogs/latest-news?p=2Latest News2024-01-07T11:25:58-05:00Dave Desmelikfalsetag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/73297252024-01-07T11:25:58-05:002024-01-07T11:26:58-05:00New Instrumental Album in the Works<p>“Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without.” -Confucius</p><p>Music loving friends…I am pleased to announce that I am currently working on my 3rd all instrumental album and my 18th overall album. I look forward to sharing this new recording with you in the near future. All instrumental and a bit out of the box for me, these new tunes are heavily laden with keyboard textures and synthesizers and lean often to the meditative and pensive side. Breathe deep and stay tuned.</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/72288772023-06-19T10:15:57-04:002023-12-11T23:32:35-05:00There and Then (July 1992 - December 1994) ... new album coming soon!<p>Coming soon ….. the release of my 17th independent album. <i><strong><u>There and Then (July 1992 - December 1994)</u></strong></i> is a deeply personal set of tunes I've written and recorded in the last year. These songs are the truest of true stories and inspired by the reflection and recollection of youth… including but not limited to youthful freedom, confusion, enlightenment, fear, courage, pride, shame, risk, clarity, hope, rebellion, foolishness, trust, kindness and so much more.</p><p>“In youth we learn; in age we understand.” - Marie Von Ebner-Eschenbach<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/130544/496a01081e96f8ba9f7c5ad0f324c850b5a0df30/original/dd-there-and-then-front-cover-without-spine-2-001.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/71640072023-03-02T17:07:15-05:002023-03-24T05:35:43-04:00Making Music with SCR<p>Here's a pic taken from last January's performance opening and sharing the stage with my friends Steep Canyon Rangers…. from Winter Camp 2023 at Oskar Blues Brewery in Brevard, NC. - MUSIC CONNECTS US - <img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/130544/870ab8f0ee686072fc56e6159d43f6aa9ecf194b/original/dd-and-scr-pic.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/71118422022-11-28T09:16:31-05:002022-11-28T09:19:25-05:00On The Horizon<p>Hello music loving friends. I want to let you know that I have a number of irons in the fire for the upcoming year ahead.... including new recordings and travel abroad. I am forever indebted to music and look forward to sharing more songs with you. I appreciate all the kindness through the many years and am hopeful you will continue to support independent music. In case nobody has told you today... then I am telling you... YOU are appreciated! Here is a link to all my songs (new and old... lyrical and instrumental) on Bandcamp. Also, you can find me on all the major music streaming/download platforms too (youtube, spotify, etc.) ... just type my name in the search bar. Cheers! <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/">https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/</a></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/69571012022-04-26T10:01:59-04:002022-09-03T07:40:25-04:00Video for 'Rain Love'<p>Here is the video for my song <em>Rain Love</em> from my album <strong>Clues of My Existence</strong>. I had a specific 'vision' for this video, many thanks to all the good folks who lent their eyes. Also, thanks to the musicians who contributed their time and talent to this song.</p>
<p>Nolan McKelvey - Bass/Harmony Vocal... Ron James - Drums... Ryan Stigmon - Pedal Steel Guitar</p>
<p>Have a look/listen and I hope you enjoy. As always, thank YOU for supporting independent and original music.<iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="wMuZi714xb4" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/wMuZi714xb4/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wMuZi714xb4?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/68587892022-01-04T08:49:22-05:002023-12-11T23:32:35-05:00'Clues Of My Existence' now available<p>My 16th album and newest release 'Clues Of My Existence' is now available on all major digital music platforms. Special thanks to the musicians who contributed their time and talent to this project. I hope YOU, the listener will give these songs a deep dive. As always, thank you for supporting independent and original music.<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/df8dc55547c97bbc4e8959aced59a002031ded40/original/front-cover.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/68055832021-11-11T09:08:16-05:002022-05-21T06:19:55-04:00Album #16 'Clues Of My Existence' coming soon...<p>I will be releasing in the near future my 16th album of all original material. This collection of songs is titled 'Clues Of My Existence'. I am proud of these songs and I am proud of the players and the process it took to bring this project into the light of day. The entire album was written and recorded remotely through file sharing technology during 2020 and 2021. Admittedly, it was very strange to not be together in a studio with other musicians during the recording process. This is all 'new' to me as I am a dinosaur and never imagined recording an album with friends in various parts of the country and world simply through computer files. More info on this soon and I look forward to sharing new tunes with you... Stay tuned.</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/66414272021-05-27T10:07:14-04:002022-03-02T09:44:33-05:00My YouTube Channel<p>I have a YouTube channel. I've been making some videos of my songs and sharing. There are also some videos that other people have made of my songs on YouTube. And there is some random footage of live material and performances from me on YouTube as well.</p>
<p>Here is my YouTube Channel... I hope you'll subscribe and we can all share in this crazy thing called the inter-webs... <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/user/davedezmo">https://www.youtube.com/user/davedezmo</a></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/65188982021-01-12T10:12:14-05:002022-08-15T04:16:02-04:00January Video Release<p>Here is the video for my song <em>January</em> from <strong>The Calendar Album</strong>.</p>
<p>First month of the year.</p>
<p>David Philips on electric guitar. <a contents="www.davidphilips.net" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.davidphilips.net" target="_blank">www.davidphilips.net</a></p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="u4d_xCgJ6PM" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/u4d_xCgJ6PM/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/u4d_xCgJ6PM?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/64952202020-12-09T10:40:42-05:002023-12-10T13:09:50-05:00December Video Release<p>I'm excited to share this video of my song <em>December</em> from <strong>The Calendar Album</strong>.</p>
<p>It is but a brief glimpse into the musings of the 12th month of the year.... </p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="8WEi9c7VsuU" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/8WEi9c7VsuU/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8WEi9c7VsuU?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/64684062020-11-02T08:57:22-05:002021-09-11T12:41:34-04:007' Vinyl Single is Here!<p>My newest recording <strong>The Calendar Album</strong> will be released January 1st, 2021 and will be my 15th independent project of all original material. Here is the single leading up to the release... a 7"(45 rpm) vinyl record available now... <em>Side A - January and Side B - December</em>. There were only 25 made and they are going fast. Each purchase ($20) also includes a free digital download code for the entire Calendar Album available 1/01/21 and shipping in the lower 48 states. If you are interested in supporting then please contact me dave_desmelik@hotmail.com for info on how to get yours . </p>
<p>Thank you for supporting independent and original music.</p>
<p><span class="font_small"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/c604de7dbf430a1e3be638d19faf7c3e808ba495/original/side-a-vinyl.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></span></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/64538032020-10-12T09:24:36-04:002021-11-30T09:10:22-05:00The Beckoning -new single on Bandcamp only-<p>New single 'The Beckoning' now available only at Bandcamp. Thanks to Andy Gibbon (Bass) and Josh Gibbs (Lap Steel).</p>
<p>Please support independent and original music. <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/track/the-beckoning">https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/track/the-beckoning</a> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/c5cbdb4298d3a2855b25c6e888b0113dfa8e2719/original/beckoning-pic.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/64211372020-08-31T13:03:58-04:002022-05-09T02:16:00-04:00The Calendar Album - Original Cover Drawing by James Cassara<p>I have been working hard on my latest recording project 'The Calendar Album'. Here is an image of the official cover... Original drawing by James Cassara. James is a good friend with a kind soul. I met James years ago when he was the Art Teacher at Claxton Elementary School and I have enjoyed his work ever since. Thank you James! More to come soon... in the meantime the scheduled release date for this album is Jan. 1st, 2021... STAY TUNED!<br><span class="font_regular"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/f5bbc3bcd9ab95e7a2f7e798afaf30d4d1fdb054/original/calendar-cover-jpeg.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></span></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/63538312020-06-15T11:14:17-04:002022-05-18T02:36:19-04:00The Calendar Album<p>In 2013 I wrote a song a month about that particular month.... a passing thought, a personal experience, an observation relating to whichever month I was writing about.... 12 songs - 12 months... The Calendar Album... Well, this project kept getting pushed back and never got recorded... until now. With COVID-19 everything has slowed down, gigs cancelled and lots of time at home with the family. I have taken this opportunity to finally record this project and I'm excited to let you know it will be released in due time. More to come - stay tuned - and stay safe.</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/62822612020-04-14T14:48:58-04:002021-09-03T13:28:25-04:00Video for 'The Rise and Fall of Water'<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="qPCzXCkkzU4" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/qPCzXCkkzU4/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qPCzXCkkzU4?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p>I am pleased to share this new video for my song '<strong>The Rise and Fall of Water</strong>'. This short tune is from my most recent album titled '<strong>Instrumental Conversations</strong>' and joining me on this song is <em>Kate Kinney Barber</em> on flute and <em>Madeline Dierauf</em> on fiddle. I was mulling over the best way to make a video. I wanted to go in a bit of a different direction from a "standard" video and was thinking on the best approach to stay true to the song while also pushing the bounds of visual accompaniment. My first thought was to contact my friend <em>Jimmy McGuirl</em>. Jimmy is a true artist in more ways than one. He writes songs, plays guitar and makes engaging and creative videos. I contacted Jimmy and gave him a couple of my thoughts about this song and possible video to go with it, but I was clear that I wanted him to steer the ship. He agreed to make a video and I let him take over from there. I am quite happy with the result. I hope you enjoy this video as much as I do. Thank you dear listener of music and supporter of the arts.</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/62014892020-02-03T09:48:30-05:002021-08-22T04:10:56-04:00New album - Instrumental Conversations -<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/766779f62d63509a79f527c6898f2931f4191ca3/original/ic-cover.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>I am happy to announce the official release of my new album <strong>Instrumental Conversations</strong>. As the title suggests, this is a recording of all instrumental tunes that I wrote. It is a heartfelt and sincere collection of 16 songs intended to be listened to with an attentive or distant ear. <strong>Instrumental Conversations</strong> is my second all instrumental album and my 14th independent release. I am responsible for the arrangements, field recordings and instrumentation of all the songs, with help from Madeline Dierauf on fiddle (1, 10, 16), Josh Carter on mandolin (2, 15), and Kate Kinney Barber on flute (4, 7, 13, 16). Recorded and mixed in Penrose, NC by yours truly and mastered in Flagstaff, AZ by Tim Hogan. Thank you dear listener and I hope you will have a listen... You can find this album on digital platforms including here <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/album/instrumental-conversations">https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/album/instrumental-conversations</a> </p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/58624562019-08-19T09:38:22-04:002021-09-13T13:14:10-04:00New Instrumental Album (Recording Has Begun)<p>I have been writing songs for the better part of my life. I love writing and I love recording. To just be in the studio and let the creative process take over is something I am immensely grateful for. To allow the songs to breath, take shape and find their own form can be so rewarding when the end result reveals itself. I have currently begun work on my next album. As of now, it is untitled. This mixture of songs will be an all instrumental album. This will be my second all instrumental album and I believe strongly that instrumental songs can be just as powerful as lyrical songs and sometimes even more so. I look forward to sharing these songs with you in due time. Through music, we can all connect.</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/56301042019-02-06T09:18:11-05:002022-05-28T02:10:54-04:00Army of Love (Childhood Battles) AVAILABLE ONLINE...<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/album/dave-desmelik-with-an-army-of-love">https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/album/dave-desmelik-with-an-army-of-love</a></p>
<p>Army of Love (Childhood Battles) is available for streaming and purchase on bandcamp. This is the only online digital platform the Army of Love album is being offered on. Click on the song for lyrics and credits. If you would like a physical CD then contact directly at dave_desmelik@hotmail.com. Please remember all the money from sales of this album will continue to be split between the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, Make A Wish Central and Western NC, and Angel Flight Soars.</p>
<p>MUSIC UNIFIES. WE ARE ALL CONNECTED. LOVE HEALS.</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/55474892018-12-10T10:00:49-05:002021-08-20T10:45:28-04:00Reschedule date for Army of Love concert THURSDAY, JAN. 3rd -7:30pm<p>Well the big snowstorm got us.... the Dec. 9th Army of Love album release and benefit concert had to be postponed because of bad weather conditions. The roads were extremely dangerous for driving, there were power outages in numerous places and rescheduling this show was the safest and smartest thing to do. The new show date is THURSDAY, JAN. 3rd -7:30pm at The Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC. If you have tickets, but can't make it to the reschedule date, please contact The Grey Eagle www.thegreyeagle.com and the good folks there will be happy to assist you. If you don't have tickets, I believe there are still a few left and you can get them from The Grey Eagle website. THANK YOU so much for your understanding and I look forward to the show on Jan. 3rd.<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/01c4c92ddeda6d5c0b7125bbed43f08aec4e1f3d/original/army-of-love-cover.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/55189582018-11-18T14:59:54-05:002018-11-18T14:59:54-05:00Army of Love album release and benefit concert on Dec. 9th, 2018 -7:30pm at The Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="699xBHOiez0" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/699xBHOiez0/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/699xBHOiez0?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/54941012018-10-31T14:46:43-04:002019-12-03T13:56:26-05:00Mountain Song Productions and The Grey Eagle present an album release and benefit concert. <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/37caacbb556bb91e2abd2cc8078250906e9924da/original/dd-greyeagleposter-lores.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/54520082018-10-02T11:39:32-04:002019-10-09T15:01:42-04:00I Hope You'll Consider Joining Us for a Very Special Show<p>Tickets are now officially on sale for Army of Love (Childhood Battles)</p>
<p>Sunday, Dec. 9th, 2018 -7:30 at The Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC</p>
<p>An album release and benefit show for Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, NC Make-A-Wish, and Angel Flight Soars</p>
<p>Everyone who purchases a ticket gets an Army of Love CD.</p>
<p>There will be standing, seated, and VIP tickets. Ticket sales and more info at <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/1768840-dave-desmelik-army-love-asheville/">http://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/1768840-dave-desmelik-army-love-asheville/</a></p>
<p>Army of Love (Childhood Battles) is an album of 11 songs that I wrote, arranged, and recorded. These songs revolve around pediatric illness and cover a wide range of emotions from anger and confusion to love and compassion. Although I wrote these songs, I knew I was not the one to sing them. I turned to some of my fellow musicians and friends in the Western NC region and asked for their help. There has been unwavering support for this project and I am grateful to the singers/musicians who gave their time and talent. Unbeknownst to them, my wife and I started calling them the 'Army of Love'. They are<em> Amanda Anne Platt (The Honeycutters), Mike Ashworth and Mike Guggino (Steep Canyon Rangers), Andrew Scotchie, Jay Brown and Aditi Seth-Brown, Alexa Rose, Jimmy Davidson and Rob Brown (The Worthless Son-in-Laws), Melissa Hyman and Ryan Furstenberg (The Moon and You), Aaron Woody Wood, Laura Blackley, Jane Kramer, Shannon Whitworth. Additional musicians are Andy Gibbon, Josh Gibbs, and Derrick Gardner.</em></p>
<p>The goal with this album is to raise awareness of pediatric illness. Any and all funds raised by this project will be donated to charities that have helped so many kids and their families on this journey.</p>
<p>MUSIC UNIFIES. WE ARE ALL CONNECTED. LOVE HEALS.</p>
<p>Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation - <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.curethekids.org/">http://www.curethekids.org/</a></p>
<p>Make-A-Wish Central & Western NC - <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://nc.wish.org/">http://nc.wish.org/</a></p>
<p>Angel Flight Soars - <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.angelflightsoars.org/">http://www.angelflightsoars.org/</a> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/01c4c92ddeda6d5c0b7125bbed43f08aec4e1f3d/original/army-of-love-cover.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/52929912018-06-13T10:37:51-04:002019-04-06T11:27:50-04:00Army of Love<p>Friends... I want to share some news with you. I have been working hard on a new recording project. It is a collection of songs I wrote, but I am not lead singing on any of the songs. Instead, I asked an all-star cast of western North Carolina musicians to sing lead vocals and I played the instruments. These are all songs relating to pediatric illness in one way or another. They are songs about hope, pain, confusion, and love. I am currently calling this project 'Army of Love'. Here is a list of the singers and players involved....<em> Amanda Anne Platt, Mike Ashworth and Mike Guginno, Andrew Scotchie, Jay Brown and Aditi Sethi-Brown, Alexa Rose, Jimmy Davidson and Rob Brown, Melissa Hyman and Ryan Furstenberg, Woody Wood, Laura Blackley, Jane Kramer, and Shannon Whitworth. Also adding their talent is Josh Gibbs, Andy Gibbon, and Derrick Gardner</em>. My goal with this album is to raise awareness and any and all money from purchases will be donated to charities helping battle childhood illness. I look forward to sharing these songs with you in the coming months. Thank you so much for your support and more details to come.</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/50409382018-01-24T10:55:15-05:002021-01-21T08:52:58-05:00Video for 'TIME'<p>A few months ago I was writing songs for a new recording project when I was contacted by an independent film maker in New York City. <em><strong>Burning Goat Productions</strong></em> is the name of the film company and they were looking for someone to score music for a short film they were working on titled 'TIME'. Well, it's interesting because I was in the beginning stages of writing a song with the theme of time. Funny how these things happen.... the song works great for both projects. In a nutshell, I scored music for the film and also a video was made of the song I wrote 'Time', in promotion of the upcoming short film. I am extremely proud and honored to be a part of this wonderful project. Here is the video..... and stay tuned as I will share the film when it is officially released. Thank you!</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="UdzBs92x_Mc" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/UdzBs92x_Mc/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UdzBs92x_Mc?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/47974282017-07-31T09:19:10-04:002018-07-15T09:16:32-04:00...IMAGINATION... it is a good thing<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="CpEzMgyJUk8" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/CpEzMgyJUk8/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/CpEzMgyJUk8?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p>This is the official video for <em>Imagination</em>, a song I wrote for my youngest child, Vincent. This song is from a recent album by myself and Nolan McKelvey titled <em>"Where It Takes Us"</em>. In the video you will see lots of dance moves, ninja moves, and smiling. And just in case you want to sing along, here are the lyrics...</p>
<p>You are lightning in a bottle... a momentary collection of dreams... from the inside looking outside... it's a big ol' world or so it seems</p>
<p>You're an instant classic... the day is yours, now go make your mark... ordinary is not your language... it's a big ol' world keep an open heart</p>
<p>They'll be many you will know... they'll be plenty who'll come and go... keep it steady, but rock the boat... and look out world cause here he comes</p>
<p>You're a powerful soldier... who says never give up the fight... imagination it is a good thing... it's a big ol' world shine your light</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/47288102017-05-31T16:16:23-04:002018-03-08T14:55:37-05:00"Where It Takes Us" <p><em><strong>Where It Takes Us</strong></em> is the new duo album from myself and my musical compadre and old friend Nolan McKelvey. We've known each other for a long time and played together in a band called <em>Onus B. Johnson</em> many moons ago.... We've been talking about making a duo album for many years and finally we got tired of talking and made it happen. Nolan flew over to North Carolina from Arizona early last February for a couple days and we holed ourselves up in my home studio. We each brought five new songs, recently written, to the table for recording. We played music, we laughed, we drank, we did not sleep much... and we recorded this album. It is real and it is authentic. I hope you will check out the link where you can stream it in it's entirety and more-so, I hope you consider purchasing this album. Continued thanks to those who support independent music and artists. <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/album/where-it-takes-us-by-nolan-mckelvey-dave-desmelik" style="">https://davedesmelik.bandcamp.com/album/where-it-takes-us-by-nolan-mckelvey-dave-desmelik </a></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/47422dab7d6aea77933ba3181a54b16e67c7e916/medium/davenolan-cover.jpg?1496261996" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/45895242017-02-14T08:57:49-05:002017-02-14T10:03:45-05:00It's about time this album was made! Nolan and Dave album coming soon.I am more than happy to officially announce the coming of a new album. My old friend and musical compadre, Nolan McKelvey (<a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.nolanmckelvey.com" style="">http://nolanmckelvey.com) </a>and I, are finally making an album together and it is currently in the works. This album has been a long time coming. Some of you may remember Nolan and I from our former band Onus B Johnson. We cut our musical teeth together way back in the days of hazy youth and teetering barstools in Flagstaff, AZ and we have talked about making a "Nolan and Dave" record for years. Well, now it is happening. I can't wait for you to hear this album.... it will be homespun and real. Stay tuned! Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/44609422016-11-10T15:43:23-05:002022-05-12T05:30:52-04:00LIFEBOAT Album Review and new video to bootA nice review of LIFEBOAT written by Alli Marshall for mountainx.com<br><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://mountainx.com/arts/sound-track-lifeboat-by-dave-desmelik/">https://mountainx.com/arts/sound-track-lifeboat-by-dave-desmelik/</a><br>AND Official video "Don't Recreate the Wheel"<iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="qsvLwIxqNsU" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/qsvLwIxqNsU/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qsvLwIxqNsU?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/44282372016-10-20T09:10:40-04:002018-05-26T12:57:09-04:00Back on board with Hemifran<br>I am excited to announce my new album <strong><em>LIFEBOAT</em></strong> will be represented in Europe by <strong>Hemifran</strong>. This is my second time working with this company and they are awesome! The music truly comes first and they have represented some of the finest musicians around anywhere. Their list of artists through the years include some heavy hitters such as Dave Rawlings, Fred Eaglesmith, Indigo Girls, Rhett Miller, and Shooter Jennings just to name a few. Check out their website at <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.hemifran.com">www.hemifran.com </a><br> <p><strong>Hemifrån</strong> is an independent A&R, promotion and marketing company, based in the heart of Sweden, specializing in, what we call, “gut music” – The kind of music that you can feel in your gut, no matter if it’s power pop, soft singer-songwriter, heavy rock, blues, gentle westcoast-pop, country, AOR, jazz, americana, electronica or just plain, simple, good ol' rock’n’roll.....</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/43706942016-09-13T18:10:32-04:002017-01-15T19:35:43-05:00LIFEBOAT Official Cd Release<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/cf7aa209ec8cc73867f772a84b36e66b3c67081e/original/lifeboat-scanned-front-cover.jpg?1473804780" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The official release of LIFEBOAT is Wednesday, Sept. 21st -6pm on the patio of The Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC.<br><br>LIFEBOAT is my 11th self-released full-length album. On this collection of songs, I play a number of instruments including guitars, bass, piano, attempted drums, textures of Hammond M3, but with a heavy foundation of 4-string cigar box guitar and baritone ukulele. Also, heartfelt songs lyrics and short explanations are included on the inside cover. Other musicians contributing their talent on this recording include longtime band mates and friends Josh Gibbs and Andy Gibbon, the incredibly skilled Michael Ashworth (Steep Canyon Rangers), WNC powerhouse Laura Blackley, and the distinctive spoken voice of Ben Hardy. Adding his two cents and outside of the box thinking, the mastering was done by Seth Kauffman (Floating Action). I titled this album LIFEBOAT because in all of the complexities and uncertainties of life, music will always be there as a safe place…. A sturdy vessel designed for use in saving lives…Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/42513752016-06-27T12:00:41-04:002016-09-13T16:33:43-04:00How do you get yours?.... <br>First of all, if you are reading this, thank you for being here. Second, any and all feedback on the following subject is appreciated..... Here is the question(s).... How do you get your music? How do you listen to music in this day and age? Do you buy CDs? Do you stream music for free? Do you purchase downloads?<br><br>As a hard working DIY independent musician in these strange musical times, I am trying to keep up with the digital-tech curve. It seems there has been an extreme drop in the overall support and purchase of music. It seems the more people I talk to about this, the more I find the general public simply goes to their smart device and touches a button. You know the main ones I'm talking about... -Pandora and Spotify as well as a small handful of others- .... I do understand why this is... it is simple and takes little thought or effort.... the convenience factor. So for someone like myself who has been doing this a long time, it is a serious transition and a tough pill to swallow as I have seen CD sales and digital sales decline dramatically. And again, I get it, I do understand why this is happening in this inter-web driven world. So how do you get yours? AND what is the most effective way for a hard working DIY singer/songwriter such as myself to get mine to you and those you think would enjoy the new music? MARKET RESEARCH... Thank you!Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/41488352016-04-22T09:24:52-04:002016-04-22T09:24:52-04:00Rooted Collection <p>Many thanks to Lucas Cipkowski for recent filming of a couple of my songs for a video series called Rooted Collection. It is a series that features Asheville and WNC regional artists. Also thanks to The Grey Eagle for hosting us. And of course thanks to you who continue to support independent and original music. Here is one of the videos shot on that cool and windy day in March.<br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="_vBr8o4SVpg" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/_vBr8o4SVpg/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_vBr8o4SVpg?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/40604382016-02-25T16:31:48-05:002017-01-15T19:35:43-05:00The Ointment Appointment (a side project)Friends.... Andy, Josh, and myself have a musical side project we have started. This project is completely different from what we normally do as a folkrock/americana/singer-songwriter trio. This band is in it's infancy, however if we are not careful, we may spread slowly like butt paste on diaper rash. The songs we are writing are loud and strange and we are thinking we must be some form of a hard rock power trio. The live shows are few, but we do have a performance coming up at The Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC on Tuesday, March 22nd. Come see/hear us in our rock and roll glory (scabs and all)...... We are calling ourselves <strong>The Ointment Appointment</strong>. Here is a very brief bio...<br> <p><em>The Ointment Appointment is a smooth arrangement of loose and edgy rock and roll rubbed into the open wounds of music. The balmy members that make up this engagement are Andy, Josh, and Dave……. Collectively they are also known as being a boil on the ass of society. However, with a little help from electric guitar distortion, heavy bass lines, and a junior drum kit, this self-inflicted injury has a chance to heal. Nobody is immune and we all get slashed, gashed, cut, and lacerated from time to time. So make a date, gel with your inner lesion, and rendezvous with The Ointment Appointment.<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/130544/057b0769271f64478c4b8292a5900a7ad940a85e/small/ointment.png?0" class="size_s justify_center border_" /></em></p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/39257702015-11-18T09:46:41-05:002015-11-18T09:51:08-05:00'More Real Bio'<br>On the Bio page of this website I have added a <strong><em>'more real bio'</em></strong> to share in addition to my standard artist bio. It is a glimpse beyond the normal bio and is intended to be a bit more real and give a touch more insight beyond the stage. Just click on the <strong><em>Bio</em></strong> tab at the top of this page and have a quick read. Continued thanks to you dear music listener....Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/38207002015-08-15T14:53:58-04:002016-01-13T14:35:53-05:00Official video for Stretch <iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="xxpghA_s6rg" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/xxpghA_s6rg/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xxpghA_s6rg?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br><br><em><strong>Dave Desmelik</strong></em> -<em><strong> Stretch</strong></em> - copyright 2014 (BMI) from the album <em><strong>'We Don't Want A Dying Flame'</strong></em> - www.davedesmelik.com<br>Filmed and edited by Tommy Wakefield - wakefieldfilms@gmail.com<br><br>The basis of this song is belief in hope. The thought that a look inside ourselves can bring renewed awareness. The feeling of accomplishment through life.<br>Here are the lyrics:<br><br>Stretch - out my legs<br>Catch - a deep breath<br>I don't feel any pain<br><br>Hit - a home run<br>Risk - all you've done<br>You won't walk in the rain<br><br>Play - by the rules<br>Make use - of your tools<br>We can't all be the same<br><br>Keep - your chin up<br>Bleed - out your blood<br>No one gets easy change<br><br>Take - some time sometimes<br>The game - can be a grind<br>We don't want a dying flame<br><br>Have strength - to keep your head<br>Give thanks - to the dead<br>You will not forget your name<br><br>Think - of all those years<br>Blink - back the tears<br>I don't feel any painDave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/37343132015-06-09T12:02:36-04:002018-03-23T08:53:41-04:00Musician Dad<br>Pretty neat to be a part of this series... I was recently contacted by Silber Media QRD about being a "Musician Dad"... here is the interview.... <a contents="http://www.silbermedia.com/qrd/archives/73ddesmelik.html" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.silbermedia.com/qrd/archives/73ddesmelik.html">http://www.silbermedia.com/qrd/archives/73ddesmelik.html</a>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/37274932015-06-03T14:28:47-04:002015-06-03T14:30:04-04:00'Old News'<br><strong><em>'Old News</em></strong>' is my 10th self-released, full-length album to date. I am very happy to announce the official release date is scheduled for -6pm on Wednesday, July 1st at The Grey Eagle Music Hall in Asheville, NC. This will be a family friendly show on the patio (weather permitting - if it rains we simply move inside). I hope you can join us... however if you are reading this and live outside of the western NC area, please stay tuned for info about online purchase and digital downloads or simply email me for more info and to support the CD. dave_desmelik@hotmail.com ... now about '<strong><em>Old News</em></strong>'....<br><br>In an effort to capture the energy created while performing live, I wanted to record an album of myself, Josh Gibbs (lap steel), and Andy Gibbon (bass) in a simple format... the formula being relax, push record, and just play. So we gathered in Vince's room one day at the end of December 2014 with only our instruments, four microphones, an out-dated recording device, and the drive to play music for the sake of playing music. I also wanted to revisit some songs previously recorded that have grown and changed a bit through the years... hence the title '<strong><em>Old News</em></strong>'. These are songs we perform often when gigging and they remain in slow flux. This recording is raw, yet ripe with the spirit of music.Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/36577522015-04-14T16:12:11-04:002021-02-12T08:55:06-05:00Just My Two Cents....<br>When you eat real vegetables grown with love and care and not produced for the masses.... your mind, body, and spirit may thank you for it.<br>When you drink real beer brewed with love and care and not made for the masses... your mind, body, and spirit may thank you for it.<br>When you read a real story written with love and care and not penned for the masses..... your mind, body, and spirit may thank you for it.<br>When you listen to real music performed with love and care and not played for the masses..... your mind, body, and spirit WILL thank you for it.Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/34888912015-01-27T11:34:12-05:002015-02-06T08:28:12-05:00On Board With Hemifran<br>I am happy to announce I will be working with <strong>Hemifran</strong> for promotion in Europe of my new album<br><strong><em>"We Don't Want A Dying Flame"</em> </strong> <a contents="http://www.hemifran.com/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.hemifran.com/">http://www.hemifran.com/</a><br><br><strong>Hemifrån</strong> is an independent A&R, promotion and marketing company, based in the heart of Sweden, specializing in, what we call, “gut music” – The kind of music that you can feel in your gut, no matter if it’s power pop, soft singer-songwriter, heavy rock, blues, gentle westcoast-pop, country, AOR, jazz, americana, electronica or just plain, simple, good ol' rock’n’roll.....<br><br>This company has an impressive list of artists it has worked with including David Rawlings, Ani DiFranco, Jackson Browne, and Brian Setzer just to name a few. I am excited and hope you will visit their website and have a look.<br><br>Many continued thanks to you who support "gut music".Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/33643862014-12-05T11:33:45-05:002018-05-15T19:42:12-04:00I Applaud You<br>Professionals in the marketing and publicity world strongly suggest that to reach a customer and generate sales you need to tell the potential customer why they need to buy your product, how it benefits them, and the overall satisfaction they will receive.<br><br>I am not writing this post for those reasons. I am writing this post just to say thank you to those who are reading this right now. I appreciate you, the listener and supporter of independent and original music. I continue to write, record, and perform often for the true therapeutic value it brings me and that I personally need. But I could not do this as a lasting career and calling if not for you..... so thank you for any and all support you have given and continue to give. I applaud you.<br><br>"One customer well taken care of could be more valuable than $10,000 worth of advertising." -Jim Rohn<br> Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/32539742014-10-28T08:29:31-04:002014-10-29T21:41:01-04:00New CD is here and release shows are scheduled<br>I am happy to officially say things are in place and I am ready share my ninth self-released album with you. This one is titled <strong><em>We Don't Want A Dying Flame</em></strong> and is comprised of 13 original songs.The release shows are Friday, November 7th -9pm in West Asheville, NC at The Altamont Brewery (Trio show) and Saturday, November 8th -1pm in Brevard, NC at The Phoenix (Solo show). In addition to this new CD, coming soon will be t-shirts and new songs available on the inter-web. Soooo much thanks to Andy Gibbon and Josh Gibbs for their musical talent, as well as Steve Mayone for mastering, and Drew Findlay for the CD design and layout. I am excited to share these songs with you. Thank you for supporting independent and original music.Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/32464232014-10-23T08:10:26-04:002014-10-23T08:17:56-04:00Giving and Gifting....Hi friends and fellow music lovers..... just a quick reminder that the holiday season is approaching fast and it's not too early to think about getting some gifts for those you love. May I suggest the gift of independent music. There are a number of reasons why I believe this is one of the best gifts you can give. It's lasting, it has true emotional value, you are sharing something you enjoy, and music is therapy. AND you are supporting hard working DIY musicians. These are just a few reasons..... I hope you may consider the gift of independent music. Continued thanks! Check out the Discography page for lots of original music and multiple links to purchase/download or even better contact directly for personal service. I would be honored and grateful to connect with you. dave_desmelik@hotmail.com Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/31487732014-08-21T18:02:19-04:002014-08-21T18:02:19-04:00What's your instrument?<br>Do you have an instrument? Any instrument? Perhaps a guitar, banjo, bass, drums, piano, mandolin, ukelele, shaker, spoons, harmonica, steel guitar, keyboard, hand claps, a voice, five gallon bucket, a pen and paper, a canvas, clay, silly puddy, sand paper, foot stomps, a broom, a paintbrush, hammer and nails, a bike, skateboard, herbs and spices, swimming, yoga, a golf club, colored pencils, a camera, etc........... anything that gives you an outlet for creative expression..... YOUR creative expression..... I encourage you to take time and find your therapy.... even a few short minutes a day......Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/29405272014-05-12T08:58:59-04:002014-05-12T08:58:59-04:00Just a Few Friends<br><br>Just a few friends that I admire and appreciate...... please take a moment to check out these fine folks.....<br><br><a href="http://www.nolanmckelvey.com">www.nolanmckelvey.com</a> <a href="http://www.linguamusicalive.com">www.linguamusicalive.com</a> <a href="http://www.bowthayer.com">www.bowthayer.com</a> <a href="http://www.wncw.org">www.wncw.org</a> <a href="http://www.dynamiteroasting.com">www.dynamiteroasting.com</a> <a href="http://www.davidphilips.net">www.davidphilips.net</a> <a href="http://www.peopleforcleanmountains.org">www.peopleforcleanmountains.org</a> <a href="http://www.stevemayone.com">www.stevemayone.com</a> <a href="http://www.wncmusic.org">www.wncmusic.org</a> <a href="http://www.joemyers.net">www.joemyers.net</a> <a href="http://www.fhgrr.com">www.fhgrr.com</a> <a href="http://www.brentjwalker.com">www.brentjwalker.com</a><br><br><br>I'll keep posting more friends and links in the future..... thanks!Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/28748452014-04-16T10:00:45-04:002014-04-16T10:03:41-04:00Mr. Gibbs and good pedal direction...<br><a href="http://www.cheaperpedals.com">http://www.cheaperpedals.com</a> .... My friend and fellow musician Josh Gibbs directed me to this website and if you are a guitar player or bass player and in need of pedals, this is a great place to go..... click on the link and have a look around.<br> Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/28380822014-04-02T10:20:39-04:002014-04-02T10:20:39-04:00Thanks Chris Schieman and Ashevilleblog.com<br>Much thanks and gratitude to Chris Schieman, Asheville Blog, and Newfound Studio for having me for an interview and performance. It was a wonderful way to start off my Sunday.... nice and mellow...... and if you like spicy, throw some pickled jalapenos in your eggs! <a href="http://ashevilleblog.com/interview-dave-desmelik/">http://ashevilleblog.com/interview-dave-desmelik/</a><br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="drcldcf1P3g" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/drcldcf1P3g/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/drcldcf1P3g?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/27660342014-03-18T10:19:05-04:002014-03-18T10:19:05-04:00Always in Season .... House Concerts<strong>What are house concerts? </strong>
<p><strong>House concerts are private events in the </strong><strong>homes of music fans</strong>. Friends, neighbors, and acquaintances are invited to attend a two set performance, and make a suggested donation of $10-20 per person. Often there’s a pot luck dinner or dessert, and it’s not unusual for guests to bring a beverage along with their favorite dish.<br><br>These shows are always fun and intimate and a great way for artists and fans to connect.<br><br>For more info email <a href="mailto:dave_desmelik@hotmail.com">dave_desmelik@hotmail.com</a> and thanks!</p>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/26914372014-03-05T08:22:12-05:002014-03-05T08:23:53-05:00Because... It really does make a difference....Just a reminder that it is a good thing to support local and independent businesses. Today... consider purchasing your coffee from a local roaster instead of a corporate entity..... consider getting lunch at your local deli instead of fast food...... consider shopping at your local farmers market instead of a huge grocery store..... consider supporting local music and artists in your town.... and remember, don't be afraid to think for yourself..... Because.... it really does make a difference....Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/25959752014-02-17T14:47:50-05:002014-02-20T10:00:57-05:00Thanks Lingua Musica!Thank you Joe Kendrick from Lingua Musica <a href="http://www.linguamusicalive.com">www.linguamusicalive.com</a> and Tony Preston from Moonlight Mile Studio for your hard work in supporting regional, independent, and original music. So happy and humbled to be the first filming in a new video series from Lingua Musica. Josh Gibbs joins for the interview portion and Gary and Grady Wiley join for the performance. Stop over to their website and say hello.<br><br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="vimeo" data-video-id="86143289" data-video-thumb-url="http://b.vimeocdn.com/ts/463/728/463728343_1280.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/86143289" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320"></iframe>Dave Desmeliktag:davedesmelikmusic.com,2005:Post/25091952014-02-02T17:00:59-05:002014-09-19T08:33:32-04:00Recipe For A Good Song<br>Equal parts heart and soul<br><br>*note - do not dilute with over-thinkingDave Desmelik