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Why this name?
I have to to blame it on my parents...they're the ones who named me, ya know!
Do you play live?
I don't often play professionally anymore. But, if the right opportuinity came along, well....
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
MP3 and the Internet are the best things, professionally, for the aspiring writer/composer/performer. It allows almost anyone with a computer to hear your product. It can sometimes be a vehicle to bigger and better things if heard by the right person. You never know!
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
I'd sign a record or writing contract with a major label or publisher at the drop of a hat! Well, assuming the contract was close to fair, of course.
Band History:
Almost 35 years as a performer on stage and nearly twenty years writing songs. So far, no major cuts. But, there's always hope!
Your influences?
My greatest influence as a guitarist were Fred Newell and a local St. Louis guy by the name of Charley Tucker. Steve Wariner has also been influential in more recent years.

My songwriting influences include Skip Ewing, Harlan Howard, Tom T. Hall, Merle Haggard, Cindy Miller and Corky "Greydawg" Bernard.
Favorite spot?
My favorite cities include Denver, Colorado; Austin, Texas and Tulsa, Oklahoma. I love Paris, France and Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. I lived in Europe for 12 years.
Equipment used:
Right now, I'm using a Washburn acoustic guitar, an Alverez Electric-Acoustgic, Fender Telecaster FMT HH electric guitar, and a Casio Keyboard..
Anything else...?
I like to play around and experiment with styles. I've never been a big advocate of the "expert rules" for songwriting. I think they're great guidlines but far from hard and fast impositions. If we all wrote religously by the same rules, a lot of what hits the airways would sound pretty similar after a while...don't you think?
For over 40 years I played lead guitar and did back-up vocals in various country bands. It has been one of the greatest thrills of my life. But, these days I stay at home and compose songs, both lyrics and music.

My writing style is much broader than just country music. I also write southern rock, a little blues, lots of smooth jazz and movie themes and even some latin music. I have been writing for about 20 years and hope to for quite a few more years.
Hey Alan,

Just joined Sound Click.....haven't quite figured it out yet but give me time.

Enjoying your work Sir!!

Will pop in here to listen to ya whenever I can.....limited time and all that!!

Your #1 Fan (wink)
Mindy
play hi-fi  commenting A Steady Rain
Vonnie,

Thank you again. I do appreciate your time to listen and comment. I'm glad you are enjoying some of my music. By trade, I am a lead guitarist. Songing is more an avocation rather than a vocation. I sing because I cannot afford to pay a real singer to sing! Glad you enjoyed this guitar instumental. All the best!

Alan
play hi-fi  commenting Ride Cowboy Ride
Vonnie,

Hi! And nice to meet you, as well. I am delighted you liked my song. And I do appreciate you taking the time to listen, comment so nicely and to rate it. I'll certainly be by to listen to you real soon. Looking forward to it! All the best...

Alan
play hi-fi  commenting A Steady Rain
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I really love your guitar in Steady Rain
Great sound effects,Great song..

Vonee
play hi-fi  commenting Ride Cowboy Ride
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Hi David
It is nice to meet you
Love your song , Ride Cowboy Ride
Gave it five stars

Vonee,
play hi-fi  commenting Don't Look Back
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Hi Al, thought i`d stop and snoop around, listened to this production, great sound. Lane
zupbig grin :D

idol..

aheheheh..

i love your trackz!
Hi,

Nice pleasant relaxing tunes there.
I notice you like NEOCLUBBER i write some breakbeat dance.
Please check out BLUE SKIES.

If you find anything you don't like it,don't be afraid to tell me.

Thanks
Hello, Alan! Thank you for your warm words about our music! It's very pleasant that you like some of our songs=)) In my turn I'd like to comment some of your tracks...Mmm... they are so assorted, so many various and vivid images you present by your music! And the names of your songs express themselves! Great job! Good luck! Happy Holidays! Marina, Neoclubber
play hi-fi  commenting Midnight In Manhattan
Hi Kaley Girl!

Why, thank you so very much. I appreciate your kind words and encouragement. I spent quite a bit if time on this particualr piece, trying to get everything balanced/panned properly and the instruments to compkliment one another rather than compete.

Looking forward to seeing you in person again, hoepfully this summer. It is such a pleasure to visit with you and your family. All the best to you.

Oh, BTW, I'll try to contact The Weather Channel and ask how they go about screening for music. Thanks for that suggestion!

Alan
play hi-fi  commenting Midnight In Manhattan
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Dear Alan...I really think your instrumentals would
be National Weather Channel Material!!.... Maybe not specifically this one...sounds like film material to me....
but many of yours...Have said that before...but I really
think so. You know how to put them together!....and when you're able to up that one area....I just can't see why you wouldn't get placements..... good luck to you....
best.....
Kaley
Alan,

well, happy new year---I hope 2008 brings lots of joy and understanding to your side of the world.

God bless

JOHN PAUL
Hi Tee!

I am delighted that you enjoyed the songs that you listened to. "Cross-Eyed And Tongue-Tied" was a lot of fun to do. I was on a site listening to some folks trying to do some Seinfeld stuff and that sort of pushed me in this direction. I started playing around with some bass lines and drum beats and this is what came of that.

Appreciate the "favorite artist" add and well as having my song added to you station.

I noticed that your station is private. I would love to be inckluded among those with acceess to it, if that works for you. Will get back over to your site real soon and listen to more of your magnificent work.

My wife justgot out of the hospital...she was in a coma for almost 3 weeks and needs constant attention, so my appearances are hot and miss for a little while.

Take care and all the best to you!

Al
Hiya Al,
I love your sound, consistantly smooth and entertaining. One of my favorite tracks is 'Crossed Eyed and Tongue Tied'. Funky, hip syncopation, makes ya wanna get your groove on.

I've added you on my 'favorite artist' list as well as added that track to 'my stations'. Thanks for your musical contributions.

Blessings and Miracles,
Juanita,

Thank you so much. I appreciate that. I was over at your site the other day. will mozy back over in the next day or two. Thanks again,

Alan
great music juanita ford
Rose,

So very sorry to be this late getting back to you. Thank you so much for adding "Six String Scratch" to your station. I am thrilled that you chose it from the thousands of possibilities! i crank up your station at least once or twice each week. thanks again!

Alan
Hello Alan,

It's an honor to play your wonderful song Six String Scratch on my new show which started today..keep up the excellence!
Hugs,
Rose
JP,

Thanks for dropping in and taking the time to listen to a couple of my pieces. Glad you enjoyed some fo them! I just went to your page and took in a dozen or so of yours. Some good sounds over there. I left ya message about the ones i really liked.

Thanks agaian fior dropping in. I'll check you out every week or so. Best to ya!

Al
I'm listening to one of your instrumentals and it is relaxing right down to the bass. CHeck me out too and be prepared for a CITY OF UNIQUENESS.

j.p.
Hi Allan,

Love your stuff... very versataile (kind of like myself, actually).

And thanks for the nice coment on my board!

Mike
Vikki,

Thanks for dropping in to listen. And I do appreciate you taking the time leave a comment. I'll reply to you over at JPF once Sara has presented her critique. Thank you again!

Alab
Hi Alan - stopped by to hear "Taking a Liking to Love" - charming!
Hi Anna Marie!

Thanks for stopping by to post a nice message. Glad you enjoyed that Bluegrass number. It's called "Out Of Love And Into Blue". I appreicate that a lot.

Alan
HI ALAN HAD TO VOTE THE BLUEGRASS SONG BUT FORGET THE TITEL HA. SORRY SOMETIMES THE OLD MIND GOES BLANK FROM PAGET O PAGE HA. ANNA MARIE
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Hot Day In Havana (c) June 2007, Alan D. David, BMI All Rights Reserved Just a little something I threw togther a couple of months ago and then forgot about. I ran across it while looking for something else and decided to post it, warts and al
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A Cold November Day (c) May 2007, Alan D. David, BMI All Rights Reserved The music of a broken heart.
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Old Style Big Band...a la Tommy Dorsey & Glenn Miller
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Percussion bass getting its time in the spotlight!
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