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Other frequently asked questions:
Dave is going to work soon on a songbook, so you can expect to get
lyris and chords there - don't ask here.
Dave's recent poetry book, The Crazy Ones was a non-starter.
He does plan to get a new collection out sometime in the near future.
This Dave Alvin is NOT the one who used to play in White Trash.
Scot says you might be able to find a copy of Outtakes in California
at Village Records.