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Mistaken identity

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Hi everybody. My name’s Dave Power and I’m a singer and guitarist. I did a gig at the Bangalow Hotel, Sunday, January 19, and it was lots of fun!

I’d really like to thank The Echo for featuring my gig in the ‘Whats On This Week’ section, however, it said I was from Brisbane and I have a deep passion for storytelling and connect through emotive soundscapes. I’d just like to clear a few things up if I may. I’m from Mullum, and whilst I do write my own stuff and connect with the audience, I was really just bangin’ out some tunes at the Bangalow. I’ll be back there again March 16 to bang out some more. Love to see you there.

The other Dave Power, Mullumbimby

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