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Don Watson: About Don

Don Watson

Don Watson is a singer/songwriter from Gilford, NH, who’s music has been compared to John Denver, Jim Croce and Dan Fogelberg. His songs are upbeat, inspiring and easy on the ears. Here is what folks are saying about Don and his new CD entitled “Back East”.

“This is my new favorite CD”
“Fantastic show at Meadowbrook! The Don Watson Band rules!”
“I listen to your CD on the way to work and on the way home. It picks me up.”
“Wonderful, wonderful CD. You’re such an inspiration”
“It is very uplifting and so is Don”
“Wow, very easy to listen to, I love the guitar”
"You are next to my all time favorite, John Denver"

Don often performs with several talented Lakes Region musicians to form the "Don Watson and Friends Band". Mike Moran on lead guitar is a multi instrumentalist who operates a recording studio in Gilmanton, NH. Michael Morin is a percussionist with over 35 years experience. Together with other guest musicians, Don and the "two Mikes" provide audiences with an evening of old favorites and originals songs, leaving them renewed and inspired.

Don is also an outdoor enthusiast who loves hiking, canoeing, skiing and all that the great outdoors has to offer with the exception of mosquitoes and black flies. He coordinates the Belknap Range Hiking Patch program and tries to promote awareness and respect for nature through this and his music. You can learn more about Don’s music and listen to samples at his web site www.donwatsonmusic.com

Don Watson

I have always found my inspiration and sanctuary in the outdoors while hiking, paddling, skiing or just ambling. I think a good song is like a photograph or painting in the way it captures a moment in time. All my songs are based on real events, people and places in my life. Musically, I have been inspired by great artists such as Dan Fogelberg, John Denver, Jim Croce, Gordon Lightfoot, The Eagles, America and a ton of others. I truly hope my songs touch you deeply in some way. Take care and thanks for listening.
Don