"Five O'Clock World" was a great song written many years ago by The Vogue.  It was written originally in 1965.

I have always loved the version that Hal Ketchum did of this iconic song. 

This is one of the songs that I perform at home.  On very, very rare occasions I'll play this song out publicly.  This was done at my home studio over the past few days.

"Five O'Clock World"

"Suspicious Minds" was written by an American songwriter named Mark James in 1968.  The song failed to chart.  Elvis Presley loved the song and decided to do the song the way he wanted to do it. 

This version is live and was performed by Shelvis and the Roustabouts with guest musician Dave Freshman.  It was performed at Greenfield's in Lakewood, CO on Saturday night, Aug. 21st, 2021. 

The band: 
Lori "Shelvis" Muha - Vocals. 
Laura Whitlock - Taylor T5 Guitar.
Kelly Sheridan - Bass. 
Donny Dark - Guitar. 
James Patrick - Drums.
John Miles - Keyboards. 
Dave Freshman - Guest Musician.

"Suspicious Minds"

"Night Skinny Dipping" is a brand-new song of mine that I've been working on for a few days now. 

Sexy, Hot, Grooving, it's about getting close, making Love and feeling the sweet warmth of skin. 

Instrumentation:
Complex Drum programming/ Live Percussion programming/ Bass Guitar/ 3 tracks of Electric Les Paul guitar work.

"Night Skinny Dipping"

"Sister Golden Hair" was a lovely song written by the wonderful band
called America.  From around 1975, it's been a huge FM radio classic!!

The Java Men tackled this beautiful song at The Mirage in Littleton, CO a number of years ago. 

The band: 
Lyndon - Vocals/Acoustic Gtr, Lori Muha - Drums/Backing Vocs, Kevin McClaury - Bass, David Freshman - Lead Guitar.

"Sister Golden Hair"

"Broadway" by The Goo Goo Dolls, is such an infectious and cool song! 
The Java Men performed this classic at The Mirage, Littleton, CO.  Soundboard. 

The band: 
Lyndon - Vocs/Acoustic Gtr,  Lori Muha - Drums/Backing Vocs, Kevin McClaury - Bass, Dave Freshman - Lead Gtr.

"Broadway" by The Goo Goo Dolls

Ahh, one of the most fun songs to sing and dance to, "I'll Melt With You" by Modern English!!

The Java Men performed this great song at The Mirage, Littleton, CO a long time ago, and it was great to see all the people dancing and singing to it!!!

The band: 
Lyndon - Vocs/Acoustic Gtr, Lori Muha- Drums/backing vocs, Kevin McClaury - Bass, Dave Freshman- Lead Gtr.

"I'll Melt With You" by Modern English

"Babylon" by David Gray was a huge hit in the early 90's. 

The Java Men performed this awesome hit at The Mirage, Littleton,CO.  This is a Soundboard recording. 

The band: 
Lyndon- Vocals/Acoustic Gtr,  Lori Muha - Drums/backing vocs,  Kevin McClaury - Bass, Dave Freshman - Lead Gtr.

"Babylon" by David Gray

"Faster, Faster, Free" is a song that was written by Destiny back in 1974. 
The lyrics are by the late Patrick H. Cannon.  Music by Destiny. 

The band: 
Bruce Heller-Drums. 
Daniel Schweitzer - Bass.
David Lichtenfeld- Vocals. 
Mike Moray - Guest Lead Guitar. 
Matt Davis - Guest Keyboards.
Dave Freshman - Guitars.

Unknown album (7/29/2019 10:30:33 AM)

"Faster, Faster, Free"

So we come to "Lazy Bitch".  This was Tuff Grooves very 1st 
attempt at writing an original song.  Based in some anger, it simply drives the point home HARD! 

Live from Iliff Park Saloon with Tuff Grooves on the night of 11-19-2006. 

The band that night: 
Lori Muha - Vocals/Drums/Lyrics.
Louie LaPorte - Bass. 
Dave-Guitar/Music composition.

Lazy Bitch

"Sound Control", written by Mr. Tony Dollar, was a song that we 
in Pilot Theory always got excited about when we performed it.

This is from Herman's Hideaway. 
Pilot Theory:

Tony Dollar- Songwriter/Acoustic Martin/Keyboards.
Duane Shawn Guerrero - Drums.
Kelly Sheridan - Flute.
David Freshman - Bass.
and for a long time, Mr. Tim Hall on Percussion!

Tuff Grooves - Fresh Live

Sound Control-Pilot Theory Live

"54-46, What's My Number?" was originally a song written by 
Toots Hibbert in 1968.  Toots' band, Toots and the Maytals were a Jamaican band. 

We in Pilot Theory loved this song dearly!   

On this live recording is: 
Tony Dollar - Vocals/Guitar.
Kelly Sheridan - Flute/Backing Vocals.
Duane Shawn Guerrero - Drums.
Fresh - Bass.

Recorded live at Herman's Hideaway.

54-46 That's My Number - Pilot Theory Live

Tuff Grooves with Rick Jones (Hammond Organ with Leslie!!), performed in July 2012 at Wash Park.

This is an improvisation that we did that day.  We performed in front of over 5,200+.  We played this improvisation right on the spot.  It has NOT been released until today!!!! 

The team that day: 
Lori Muha - Vocals.
Laura Whitlock - Guitar.
Kelly Sheridan - Bass & Flute.
RJ Simon - Drums.
Rick Jones - Hammond Organ played thru Leslie Speakers.
Dave Freshman - Lead/Rhythm Guitar.

Improv in Gm-Tuff Grooves at Donor Dash

A very, very rare unreleased song, (Music), of mine from February 1988. 
Recorded in Canoga Park, CA, this one has the following team: 

Thom Douglas - Drums.
Arthur Dean - Vocals & Lyrics.
David Farris - Bass guitar.
Felicia Sunshine - Playing my Les Paul. 
Dave Freshman - DX7 Keyboard/Music Composer.

"Every Day I Think of You"

"Twisting the Night Away" has always been a favorite of mine. 
Written by the late, great Mr. Sam Cooke, I got into this song really hard by the way The Faces did it.  I did hear the original version, and it put a fire under me!

Here is a Soundboard of Tuff Grooves live from Herman's Hideaway.  From very, very deep in my Music library. 

The team that night: 
Lori Shelvis Muha - Vocals.
Kelly Sheridan - Bass/ Backing Vocals.
Tim Perea - Keyboards/Backing Vocals. 
Nick Rocchi - Drums. 
Dave - Lead & Rhythm Guitar.

"Twisting The Night Away".WAV

"Sailing" is an original song that I composed around 2013.  

It has a dreamy, smooth feel that lifts your Soul and Spirit. 

The team: 

Sandy Ficca  - Drums & Engineer/Producer.  (Sandy is Firefall's drummer).
Louie La Porte - Electric Strat for Rhythm Guitar.
Dave- Electric Les Paul work and Bass Guitar work. 

Remastered by Mark Derryberry for my debut CD, "Fresh Life".

The Music of John Denver Disc 3

Sailing-Master

RU Fresh was a trio of professional performers. 

The members were the husband-and-wife team of Angelle Rose-Underwood and Steve Underwood.  Dave Freshman provided Lead Guitar and Bass work. 

One of the songs that we loved to perform was the gorgeous song by Fleetwood Mac, "Dreams".

"Dreams" jam Live.WAV

RU Fresh was a trio of seasoned performers who did many styles of Music. 

One of our favorite songs to perform was Blind Faith's classic song 
"Can't Find My Way Home". 

This is a LIVE performance from Flight's Wine Cafe in Arvada, CO.

Can't Find My Way Home Live Jam.WAV

"She's Not Mine Anymore", composed by me, was written about a girlfriend of mine from 50 years ago. 

The team: 
Michael Jochum-Drums extraordinaire/Producer.
Ryan Waller- Vocals/Bass of power. 
Dave- Electric & Acoustic Guitars
Mark Derryberry-Sound Engineer/Producer.

Fresh- Executive Producer. 
All Rights Reserved: 2023.

She's Not Mine Anymore (Mastered with Thunder at 100pct)

From my debut CD, "Fresh Life", (long out of print CD), 
this song is a track about the sadness of a broken heart. 

The team: 
Kou Marquardt-Vocals
Kelly Sheridan - Flute
Chris Strain - Alto Sax
Brad Lenhart - Drums
Mark Derryberry - Recording Engineer/Producer
Dave Freshman - Composer/Guitars/Bass guitar. 

Fresh - Executive Producer. 

ASCAP 2015.  All Rights Reserved.

Fresh Life

"I've Got Rain in My Heart"

"Hustling (To Be with You)" is a brand-new Rocker.  At the moment, it's instrumental.  Written, recorded, mixed & mastered on July 4th, 2023. 

Dedicated to my wife, Meesh! 

Instrumentation: 
Drum programming (85 BPM)
Bass guitar
Electric Rhythm Guitar & Electric Lead Guitar.

Hustling (To Be with You)- instrumental.WAV

A long time ago, I came down to see a band called The Pharoahs. 
I was asked to sit in on "Knocking On Heaven's Door".  

This is the song, LIVE.  From DEEP in my Musical vault of Live work.

"Knocking On Heaven's Door" Live

Michael Franks has been a favorite of mine for decades. 

This song, "Eggplant", was the first song I ever heard.  Mr. Franks' work on this classic LP, "The Art of Tea", is superb!!!

I play this song privately a lot.  I decided to record it today on my home 32-track studio.  I've taken a few artistic liberties, but have remained faithful to the original song. 

Instrumentation: 
Jazz drum programming/ Bass guitar/ Acoustic Taylor Guitar tracks/Electric Piano/Vocals. 

This is 100% Michael Franks' work.  NOT MINE.  Just a tribute to him.

"Eggplant" by Michael Franks.WAV

Bob Lyons is a wonderful songwriter who's Music & Lyrics always come from his beautiful Heart and Soul. 
 
Today, one of the songs we did was Bob's lovely song "The Lord Knows I Know". 

Recorded at Mark Derryberry's awesome recording studio on Saturday, July 8th, 2023. 

Instrumentation: 
Bob Lyons: Composer (Lyrics & Music)/ Vocal/Acoustic Guitar.
Dave Freshman: Acoustic Lead Guitar & Bass. 
Mark Derryberry: Recording Engineer/Producer. 

Fresh: Executive Producer. 

All Rights Reserved by Bob Lyons: 2023.

The Lord Knows I Know.WAV

"Colorado Rose" composed by Mr. Bob Lyons, is a lovely song about a Western woman in Colorado who has fire and passion in her Heart and Soul. 

This was recorded at Mark Derryberry's Recording Studio, Ltd.  July 8th, 2023. 

Instrumentation: 
Bob Lyons: Composer of Lyrics & Music/ Vocal/ Acoustic Gtr.
Dave Freshman: Acoustic Lead/Rhythm & Bass Gtr/ Light percussion. 
Mark Derryberry: Recording Engineer/Producer.

Fresh: Executive Producer. 

All Rights Reserved: Bob Lyons 2023.

Colorado Rose-FULL Studio.WAV

"My Rock" is a beautiful composition by the great songwriter, Mr. Bob Lyons. 

It is poignant reflection of that sweet time between a parent and their child. 

Recorded at Mark Derryberry's Recording Studio, Ltd,  on Saturday, July 8th, 2023.

Instrumentation: 
Bob Lyons: Composer (Lyrics & Music)/Acoustic Gtrs/Vocal.
Dave Freshman: Acoustic Lead Gtr/ Bass/ Mellotron Strings.
Mark Derryberry: Recording Engineer/Producer. 

Fresh: Executive Producer. 

All Rights Reserved: Bob Lyons. 2023.

"My Rock" FULL Studio version.WAV

"Will You Still Love Me When My Carburetor's Busted?"
Available on the CD: "Fresh Life" by Mr. Dave Freshman. 

Lyrics written by Mr. Bill Schaer.
Music written by Mr. Dave Freshman. 

Danny Vigil - All Vocal.
Brad Lenhart - Drums. 
Chris Strain - Tenor Sax.
Dave Freshman - Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Bass guitar. 

Recorded at Casa Di Freshness by Dave Freshman
Additional recording completed at: Derryberry Recording Studio, Ltd. by Mr. Mark Derryberry. 

Co-produced by: Mark Derryberry & Brad Lenhart.
Executive producer: Dave Freshman

Copyright 2015.  All Rights Reserved.

Will You Still Love Me When My Carburetor's Busted? Bill Schaer (lyrics)-Dave (Music)

"Sunshine Girl" is a song written by David & Stephanie Freshman.  

Stephanie is my beautiful daughter.  We rehearsed this many times, played it live a few times, and really made it our own!!

Stephanie Freshman-Lead Vocals
Dave Freshman - Acoustic Guitars and Bass guitar.
Jeremy Fleisher- Electric guitars and Lead guitar. 
Brad Lenhart- Drums
Kou Marquardt - Harmony Vocals. 

Recorded at Derryberry Recording Studios, Ltd. 
Recording Engineer:  Mark Derryberry
Producers: Mark Derryberry and Brad Lenhart
Executive Producer: Dave Freshman
Copyright 2015.  All Rights Reserved. 

"Sunshine Girl" - Master Written by Stephanie and her dad, David Freshman.

This is a live Soundboard recording of my dear friend, Ron Kohler, and myself performing up in the Colorado mountain town of Empire from a couple of Summers ago.  Recorded at Lewis's Sweet Shop. One of my favorite songs. 

Ron Kohler - Lead Vocals/Acoustic Guitar
Dave Freshman - Lead Guitar.

Lewis Sweet Shop with Ron

"If You Could Read My Mind" Ron & Dave Live

Here is one of my favorite song from my CD, "Fresh Life", entitled "Escape Into Your Love".   Co-written with Mr. Jeff Keefer, this is a song of pure love. 

Kou Marquardt-Vocals
Brad Lenhart - Drums
Dave Freshman - Guitars, Bass and Keyboards 
Recorded at Derryberry Recording Studio, Ltd. and Casa Di Freshness. 
Engineers:  Mark Derryberry  and David Freshman.
Produced by: Mark Derryberry and Brad Lenhart. 
Executive Producer: David Freshman
Copyright 2015: ASCAP

Big Judy: How Far This Music Goes 1962-2004 Disc 2

"Escape Into Your Love" written by Jeff Keefer & David Freshman

This is my song "Cody".  Written for the late Cody St. John.   Cody is my heart donor.  Cody was a hero in so many ways.  An incredible Steamboat Springs, CO snowboard patroller.  Cody saved lives. 

Cody's whole family are my heroes.  Candi, Corinne, Marc, Dean, Stephanie.  Much love, Dave

Cleopatra [Deluxe Edition] Disc 2

"Cody"

Tony Dollar, one of the very best Musician/Songwriters on the Colorado Music scene.  

This lovely song is by Tony Dollar!!!   

Enjoy.

Dave with Friends 2005-2012

"Beautiful Rain" by Tony Dollar

"I Miss You My Friend" is a song that I wrote for the many beautiful 
souls who have moved on to another place.  They are forever in my Heart. 

The team: 
Mark Derryberry- Sound Engineer/Producer. 
Dave Freshman - Home engineer/Guitars/Acoustic Piano/Light percussion/Vocal/Composer of Lyrics & Music.

"I Miss You My Friend"

As a songwriter, I am an observer of life.  Sometimes I see things that are very sad.  

When two people breakup, the pain is real.  Their hearts are broken.  Love is lost. 

This is a brand-new song of mine that reflects these observations. 
Music & Words: David Freshman
Vocals/Drum programming/Acoustic Guitars/Bass- David.

"Ships Passing in the Night"

"Pleasant Valley Sunday" being performed by This Close at Fugglies in Littleton, CO, Dec. 2008.

The band: 
Kate Dran-Vocals/Bass
Lori Muha - Drums.
David Dran- Vocals/Guitar
Dave Freshman- Lead & Rhythm Guitar.

"Pleasant Valley Sunday" Live at Fugglies

Here is a brand-new song of mine entitled "The Winds of Change". 

With the changes of our world that are happening right now, we are moving through a very powerful time. 

Music by: David Freshman
Drum programming, Bass, Rhythm Guitars, Lead Guitar.

"The Winds of Change"

I am a musician/recording artist/songwriter/book author/Music instructor. 
 
My life purpose is to enrich people's lives with things that I've developed over my life. 

I have produced 3 CDs released world-wide on Amazon and BandCamp.  

Additionally, I have a book that I've written entitled "The Healthcare Consumer Primer".  It's available at Amazon. 

I teach Music theory/guitar/bass/how to be a songwriter/keyboards and work with people to make their own CDs on my 32-track home studio.  

Married to my angel, Meesh, for 16 years. I have an incredible daughter, Steph.  My life is so very blessed.

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