That's What I Like Bout the South

The last two gigs of our NC run were great. The Highlands in Blowing Rock was one of the best of the tour, minus the hangover that ensued the next morning. Thanks to our Asheville friends that supported at the French Broad Brewery....especially Kristi & Jeff who put a roof over our heads for the night. Oh yeah...Arland, you da man!

Nate and I were lucky enough to do lots trout fishing around the Blue Ridge Mtns, covering everything from small mountain streams to tail water fisheries. Them are some spooky trout! Can't say enough about the beauty around Boone. I could live there.

Asheville always has some funkiness to offer that you just don't get in most parts of the country. Our Sunday brunch at a trendy cafe was accompanied by an unplugged solist drilling one Dylan song after another. He sang Dylan like it was 1970. Buskers were around every corner. Literally. And we were happy to tip them for their efforts.

There's a theme that has emerged on this roadtrip that repeatedly surfaces, only evident from a Kentucky upbringing combined with a post-college life West. There are good people in The South. Sure, you can find friendly people just about anywhere, but there's a deeper sense of helping one another.

We randomly met a fishing guide in a Wal-Mart in Elizabethton, TN. Though he had clients with him about to hit the river, he took the time to set us up for what ended up being an incredible day on the river. Not only that, he called us later in the day to make sure we caught fish, knew where to camp, and if need be, crash at his apartment. We thought that was super cool...thanks Ollie.

I've been in Louisville since Monday night, decompressing from the road at Guisepe and Meghan's pad...good meals, good sleep, good company, do-nothing days is what the doctor ordered. Big weekend of shows starting tonight at Seidenfadens Cafe, O'Sheas Friday, and Jean-Ferris Winery in Lex on Saturday.

FYI...check out Seadar's sweet blog about Austin life at 2morethanyou.blogspot.com, and also one of our favorites that will turn you on to a ton of new indie music, fuelfriends.blogspot.com.

Fishin' and Pickin'

The Blue Ridge Mountains are rockin' with fall colors right now and we're in the thick of it. We've had a couple of days off since the Norfolk gig, so we headed due west across NC to fish in E. Tennessee.

Nate and I fished the S. Holsten the last couple of days and caught some nice browns and rainbows -- really technical fishing with most caught on #22 & #24 tiny dries. Headed to fish the delayed harvest today in NC.

Our show at Twigs in Blowing Rock was well received. Some good folks that treated us well...and gave us directions to their favorite fishing spots. Thanks to Sandra and Francis who drove from Winston-Salem to treat our dinner and come out to the show.

To the river...

NC and VA

6 shows in 5 days and travels through 10 states has opened some cool doors in the last couple of weeks. Our show at Elk Creek Winery in Owenton, KY was incredible. Their slice of land is beautiful, with grape vines galore and fall colors kicking in. Our family has been following the road trippin’ for the last couple of gigs…great to have them along!

I'm psyched that a bulk load of my new CDs finally arrived, so I made the timetable of having them with me...whew.

We realized that our 6 hour drive was really a 9 hour drive to the next gig, so we had to cut town at midnight and drive through the night. It was rough for sure, with plenty of fog and deer on the road to make the steering wheel grip a bit tight. We remained in a daze for the rest of the day.

We’re now in Norfolk, Va, following two afternoon sets at Dreams Acres Music Fest in Pleasant Hill, NC. Good country folk in those parts! Everyone was very accommodating and down-to-earth with a very relaxed festival vibe. I got runner up in the singer-songwriter contest, losing to a tune about chewing tobacco...this is tobacco country.

We’ve been playing a solo set each, then a set together. Our duo set is meshing more and more each gig. I’ve found it easy to craft some parts to Nate’s tunes and the covers have been really upbeat and fun.

Forgot to mention...my new 1965 Guild came in from eBay and got in setup in Nash-vegas. Its killer. Great tone, and a steal for $800.

One more gig tonight, then headed to Western NC for some trout fishing and camping for 2 days. Can’t wait to rip some browns and rainbows!

So far, So Good

Howdy all,

The video is from last night's show at Bread and Bagel in BG, KY...thanks to Tom Jones for workin' the camera.

It's been a bit of a whirlwind, but enjoying it all. Austin was eye-opening. Attended the best jam session of all time called the Hamm Jam, hosted by a local musician. Over 50 musicians in 8-10 different pickin' circles inside and outside the house. I've never seen anything close in scope. It gave me a good shove off, though almost caused me to miss my 8am flight. A little rough, but made it.

Our first two shows in Bowling Green went great -- lots of old-time friends and great to see the family again. It was a trip being back on campus and playing in the library. We got to scope the local campus trends too...the ladies are all about the rubber boots loaded with flare.

Great turnout at Bread & Bagel. Thanks to everyone who came out to support. Our buddy Josh, now Dr. Durkee, sate in and tore it up. Good times! We're headed town to Tennessee for a show tonight and then to Northern KY tomorrow before we rally in the middle of night to Northern NC. See ya round the bend!

Austin Bueno

Day 3 in the city and there's so much music to take in, so little time. Been hangin' with Seadar and Margo, who are both supercharged to hear new music too. That's been a blast. Caught a local band called White Ghost Shivers at the Continental Club--a 1920s styled swing ensemble with an unforgettable stage presence. Check em out.

Hit up a pickin' party last night with some great folks and members of The Lost Pines, a local bluegrass band. Tried to catch The Whigs and Antone's late night, but tardiness left us hangin'.

The pic is from Seadar's new pad. She lives in a sweet location.

Later,
A

Done Left Home

Seadar and I are in route to Austin and all is well so far. Thanks to Troy and Carolyn in Laramie for the great eats and bowling. We're near Guthrie, Oklahoma now and feeling the freedom of the road.

I'm pleased to announce that "Rear View Mirror," my debut solo studio album, is currently in production, with an official release being Nov. 1. Details to come.

Strings and Hooks Fall Tour with Nate Jones kicks off in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Wed. the 8th. I'll keep ya posted from here when I can.

For complete tour dates visit www.aarondavismusic.com.

The lucky photo is from the Elk Refuge with Sleeping Indian in the background.

Peace,
Aaron

Oct 8 2008 12:00P	Java City Concert Series - Helm Library, Western Kentucky University	Bowling Green, Kentucky
Oct 8 2008 8:00P	Bread & Bagel w/ Nate Jones	Bowling Green, Kentucky
Oct 9 2008 9:30P	The Pond w/ Nate Jones	Franklin, Tennessee
Oct 10 2008 6:00P	Elk Creek Winery w/ Nate Jones	Owenton, Kentucky
Oct 11 2008 8:00P	Dream Acres Music Festival - Dream Acres Farm	Pleasant Hill, North Carolina
Oct 12 2008 9:30P	The Taphouse w/ Nate Jones	Norfolk, Virginia
Oct 15 2008 9:00P	Twigs w/ Nate Jones	Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Oct 17 2008 8:00P	Highlands w/ Nate Jones	Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Oct 18 2008 6:00P	French Broad Brewery w/ Nate Jones	Asheville, North Carolina
Oct 23 2008 10:00P	Seidenfadens Cafe	Louisville, Kentucky
Oct 24 2008 10:30P	O’Sheas Irish Pub w/ Nate Jones	Louisville, Kentucky
Oct 25 2008 6:00P	Jean-Farris Winery w/ Nate Jones	Lexington, Kentucky
Oct 27 2008 6:00P	Bluebird Cafe Open Mic	Nashville, TN, Tennessee
Oct 29 2008 7:00P	Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor	Franklin, Tennessee
Nov 1 2008 6:00P	Jean-Farris Winery w/ Nate Jones	Lexington, Kentucky
Nov 2 2008 1:00P	2008 Rose Creek Festival w/ Nate Jones and Mandy & Jim Adams	Barren County, Kentucky
Nov 5 2008 8:00P	Bread & Bagel	Bowling Green, Kentucky
Nov 7 2008 10:00P	Al’s Bar w/ Nate Jones	Lexington, Kentucky
Nov 8 2008 10:00P	The Dragon w/ Nate Jones	Frankfort, Kentucky