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• HAMBURGER MARY - (Contributed by Kurt Linhof) Kurt writes: "Hamburger Mary was put together to play as house band at the old AT&T pavilion at Hemisfair in '69. We practiced once, learned 11 or 12 tunes and hit the stage. AT&T featured us every night, plus the Water Brothers, Virgil Foxx, and a few other regulars. Even The Children did one memorable gig there, before the city closed it down. We unfortunately ended our gigs at the exact same time as the shit-kicker club in the ex-Budweiser pavilion next door, so there would be 150 drunk cowboys and 150 stoned hippies thrashing it out at 1:00 a.m. Not a pretty sight. The hippies always lost. Personnel were: Leon Turbowitz - vocals, rhythm guitar, Pat Garrett - lead guitar, Jack Barrett - drums, Kurt Linhof - bass, No idea what happened to any of these guys, although I'm sure somebody has a story about Leon. Crow? Jay? Anybody?"
• HAMMER - BAND MEMBERS: Weymon McBride - guitar / Nicky Fain - keys,voc (Contributed by Bobby Stalbird) BS writes: "Also I can add the names of Courtland (Corky) Keith (guitar), Joel Sweeney (drums), and Willie Sweeney (bass) to the members of "Hammer". They all grew up in the Schertz / Cibolo area with Nick Fain.
• THE HARDLINERS - (Contributed by Steve Denney) SD writes: "('83 to '87) Steve Denney (guitar / vocals), Butch Denney (bass / vocals), and Jim Eiland (drums / vocals). This was my dream band. We produced a record on our own label, and played many memorable gigs in the S.A. and Austin area. I was - and still am - very, very proud of that band. There are some amazing live recordings that I hope to put out on CD someday. We called ourselves a rock band, but shifted between hard-core Delta blues, Who-flavored rock & roll, Buck Owens country, Jimi Hendrix covers, jazz-tinged originals, and the occasional acapella gospel song - often in the same set. (Our business cards simply said "The Hardliners - Fine Electric Music.") Jimmy was one of the best drummers I ever played with, and it was a blast to finally work with my older brother Butch in a band we could really cut loose with. When Butch moved to Florida, we broke up, because there was just no replacing him. Shortly thereafter, I put the guitar in the case and didn't really take it out again for about ten years. Butch is back in S.A. now, retired from the music scene and working as an electrician. I think Jim is still active with some music projects. Me, I'm playing again for fun, here in the Boston area, with the perspective and (hopefully) wisdom that a few years away from "the business" can bring. My Web site is www.stevedenney.com and my email is steve@stevedenney.com - I'd love to hear from any of my old friends and colleagues!"
• HATFIELD - (Contributed by Cathie Fuller) Cathie writes: "There was another band around in the late 60s/early 70s, playing places like the Jam Factory. Please correct me if the lineup isn't right, but I think it was: Jimmie Fuller & Mike Friedberg - guitars, Robert Miller - bass and Joe Chavanell - drums. The band's name was Hatfield. They also had a male singer but I can't remember his name. Maybe someone out there knows."
• HAWKINS BROS - BAND MEMBERS: Jim and Jamie Hawkins-multi instrumentalists / Phil Moran-vocals,drums,bass / various stand-in musicians. ML writes: Phil tells me he is currently gigging with this brother duo and having a blast. He describes the duo's singing abilities like a modern day Everly Brothers. All members switch around on different instruments and all must be an outstanding vocalist as well as drum ability as membership requirement. This act is big in the dance hall circuit in small towns surrounding the SA area. The act is well known and a big draw in this circuit. Go get'em Phil......
• HEAVEN - ( Contributed by Phil Moran a.k.a. OKIE D ) BAND MEMBERS: David Deason - guitar,voc / Ricky Wells - bass / Gary Eisenberg - drums / Gary Hacker then Gary Manson - keys. The band came from the southside SA (McCreeless) area. ML writes: David Deason had one of the main standout singing voices on the scene around 71'-72'. The fact that they were high schoolers at the time kept the profile unknown. The band was only fair musically, and did a mix of popular tunes and unknown tunes making them iffy as a dance band. That said, I could spend hours listening to David sing just on that merit. Nice guys. Most of the backup members went on to other southside bands in future years after David moved from the area. (Contibuted by Chuck Balcar) CB writes: "Did you remember Gary Manson? He lived behind McCreles and looked likle ringo.Deason, Eisenberg, Zienert, David Hacker (who Gary Manson replaced on keyboards when Hacker moved to SF, Calif) and I all went to Connell where we bought Kustom amps. Hacker learned keyboards (He played a Kustom) from that afore mentioned Danny Meyer."
• HEAVY HEART - (Contributed by Dave Holloway) DH writes: "Another band that worked alot at the time. Roger Kort was the lead singer." ML adds: "Some of you might remember that Roger Kort also went by the name 'Porky' when he was the singer in the the band Studerbaker Hawk who was a regular act on the air bases."
• BUGS HENDERSON - See Photo HERE - ML writes: Bugs is a real legend here in the Dallas area. I remember seeing him in 76' at the Mother Blues club while on tour with Overload. Even then he had been around for ages. His earlier claim to fame started while he was with the band NITZENGER who had a couple national hits with a couple albums that made them famous for a while. Bugs is more of an entertainer rather than a hit maker. His show is geared for fun and he uses skits and stunts using his guitar that only ultimately shows his incredible skill. All the time you are laughing in between periods where your jaw drops and you say 'did you see that!!!!!' when he hits you with his chops. Great stuff. (Contributed by CJ Wilson) CJ writes: "Don't know if you mentioned Bugs Henderson...really great guitarist..however, i have yet to see him live. He was in another classic '60s band called Mouse and the Traps...but you probably know this." (Contributed by Wayne Pianta) WP writes: "Bugs Henderson has been making the rounds also making a living full time with his music. Mouse and the Traps was his one of his old bands and they still get together for reunion concerts every now and then."
• HEYOKA - See Photo HERE -: Mike Grothues - voc,flute / Dito Garcia - guitar,gtr synth,voc / Dennis Bonnet - guitar,voc (later replaced by David Alcocer) / Val Mora (replaced by Sam Davis, replaced by Pat Hood) - bass,voc / Gerardo Ramirez - drums. (Contributed by Zach Hammock) Zach writes: "In '77 and '78 we saw Heyoka several times. Once in '77 they played up in Kerrville at the Municipal Auditorium there and tore up the place with a rendition of "Train Kept A Rollin". We Comfort high school boys took our dates up there to their first real rock concert, and got those poor country girls all worked up. (?!?!) We Hill Country farm boys were never the same. Later, my friends and I saw them at a Battle of the Bands at the Sunken Gardens Theater that had Overload as the second-to-last act before Heyoka. Overload was killer ......but Heyoka won the day...an unbelievable version of the Scorpions' "Sails Of Charon". I moved to Dallas in '79, and in that year and 1980, I saw them at a place called Gertie's several times. Excellent Floyd and Tull covers, but their highlight was Judas Priest's "Victim of Changes". I actually have tapes (recently converted to CDR) of shows they did in Houston in 1980 and 1981. More information on this band and many others you list on your site could be obtained from Bill Lee of LSA, inc. who saw Heyoka dozens of times, and to this day still promotes shows with the likes of S.A. legends such as Legs Diamond, Budgie, Moxy, Mahogany Rush, and others. He's a key to much of the past in S.A. rock, as he was also very close to Joe Anthony and Lou Roney of KMAC/KISS fame. I hope this is of some value." (Contributed by Raul Silva) Raul writes: "I was a member of Heyoka in 1972-1973. I left the band after I joined the Marines soon after I graduated from high school. During my tenure on rhythm guitar we played high school dances, private parties, and church festivals. We used to practice at Val Mora's garage and St. Luke's Church auditorium, where Mike, Ditto, and Val played at mass. A newspaper article written back in the band's heyday was sent to me when I was stationed in Europe and the guys were nice enough to include me as an early member. I lost the article and wish I had something to connect me with the band because when I tell people I used to play with them they get excited, as many have fond memories of Heyoka." (Contributed by Michael Grothues) MG writes: "I would like to invite you (everyone) to join us on April 24th, 8:00p.m. 2003 at Sunset Station to witness a 'clowning achievement' in S.A. music infamy- ( Yes a REUNION ) Yes, that's right. Dito, David, Pat, Gerardo, and I are scraping off the cobwebs to rear our ugly heads in defiance of mediocrity, old age and sanity." ML writes: The following is in regards to the 'Snapshot' / 2nd Wind' listing I previously had posted (and since corrected) which featured Dito as lead guitar after his Heyoka days. (Contributed by Dito Garcia) DG writes: 1st of all, Greetings & Salutations. As I recall, Sam Davis came to know Paula thru their affiliations w/ Heyoka. Sam replaced Val for a short time, (then came Pat). Paula ,who we grew up with, sang some vocals with us in the studio on Wooden Birds. Sam always used to say "this girl should go professional!" Upon Sam's departure from Heyoka, he took his Rickenbacker under 1 wing & Paula under his other wing & put her on the stage. Gotta go for now." ML writes: UPDATE Mike Grothues has sent me a set of Heyoka pic's taken at the Sunset Station show. You can find them in the Gallery. (Contributed by Bubba Henze) BH writes: "Heyoka - Very tight with some interesting original songs. I saw them play Captain Beyond's complete first album at Charlie's and I was really impressed. I knew Lenny and he was helpful with advice on stage lighting. The guy made his own dimmers!"
• HEIRONYMOUS - See Photo HERE - ( Contributed by Phil Moran a.k.a. OKIE D ) BAND MEMBERS: Phil Bepko - voc,tambourine / Chuck Fletcher - voc / Rob Overall - guitar,voc / Vince Coy - guitar / Sam Davis - bass / Gene Coleman - drums. Phil writes: The evolutionary outcome from the melding of CASTLE and HOMER in 74', with the same (2 voc / 2 guitar) personnel combination. Unlike HOMER, HEIRONYMOUS performed primarily cover tunes, mostly overblown, pompous songs like "The Wizard" by Uriah Heep. The main show piece was a 30 minute musical opera played start to finish. Driven by the locomotive drums of Gene Coleman, and fronted by the very capable and seamless vocal blending of Bepko and Fletcher, the band entered the scene at number one as a crowd draw. Sam Davis , newly transplanted from the Dallas area, fit into the SA styled group very naturally. (Last I heard, he was working in the copy photo dept of U.S.A.A.). ML writes: "Sam Davis was a room-mate of mine during his HEYOKA years and would get a degree in electronics working as a tech at various music stores, then marry and settle down. All members except Davis and Bepko would someday become OVERLOAD alumni in one lineup or another in future years. In 1997 Heironymous had a one time reunion recording session in SA featuring the original lineup members and received a writeup in a local music paper." (Contributed by Robin Overall) Robin writes: "Heironymous, the original band played about 70% original music (not overblown Uriah Heep), mainly songs written by Phil Bepko and myself. I don't remember if you mentioned Skip Petit on drums and that Gene was on bass. The band (then funded by the U.S. Office of Education) toured all over the SW playing mainly colleges performing the rock opera "Dr. Heironymous" written primarily by Phil Bepko. The original band had a reunion in 1996. Everyone was there....we all rehearsed for 3 days and then cut a 4 song CD at Rhapsody Street Studio (owned by Dubby Hankins) and there was even a magazine article done on the band reunion. Vince Coy did become a born again Christian ......and is still very active as a Christian musician in Austin where he now lives. Still an incredible guitarist." (Contributed by Gloria Jauregui) GJ writes: "I believe Heironymous was named after a music professor at UTSA named Dr. Heironymous. You can verify it with Phil Bepko since I think it was he that had her as a professor. I attended one of her wonderful pipe organ concerts at UTSA."
• HEIRONYMOUS MKII - ( Contributed by Phil Moran a.k.a. OKIE D ) Phil writes: "The 75' departure of Bepko and Fletcher left a yawning chasm in the vocals and sex appeal of the band. The only solution was to hire fiery, young, r&r outlaw Phil Moran! Sam Davis also split, and returned to Dallas. For reasons still unknown, Gene Coleman switched to bass from drums, and with a thumping, percussive style, covered the job surprisingly well. Drums were taken over by a young Roosevelt HS grad named Ricco Sardelli. Most memorable gigs were as opening act for NAVASOTA, EDGAR WINTER, & the TOO SMOOTH premier, all at the Marbach Saloon in SA." ML writes: Later on, Ricco Sardelli would leave and be replaced by an out of state drummer named Skip Petit. Phil Moran would leave the band due to his claim of personality conflicts between members. His departure would leave the band to suffer a slow decline and eventually breakup. The members would all migrate to other bands around the area.
• HICKORY - (Contributed by Frank Longobardi) Frank writes: "The acoustic group Mellow took on a name change - Hickory, probably around 1975. Members at that time were Frank Longobardi - Vocals, Percussion. Geoff Lupton - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Keyboards. Raul Saenz - Acoustic Guitar, (we did get a little background vocal out of him for a couple of songs). And added, Mark Yamaguchi - Bass, Background Vocals. Others added later: Buster Adams - Acoustic Guitar, Vocals. (Took Raul's place) Michael Kelley - Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Vocals. (Took Buster's place). Hickory went on to play for 2 to 3 years before trying to move up to the dance club scene. We hired our 1st drummer - Stanley Singleton & played for the 1st time @ Smokies Saloon on Fredricksburg Rd & Medical Center Dr. Line-up @ Smokies: Frank Longobardi, Geoff Lupton, Mark Yamaguchi, Mike Kelley, & Stan Singleton.Around 1979 to 1980, the band changed names to RENEGADE (Same guys, except Geoff Lupton left & Larry Hall took his place). See RENEGADE for more..."
• CHRIS HOLZHAUS - (See Photo HERE) - (See YouTube Video -Nov18,07 HERE ) ML writes: Here is a guy that can only be described as an honest to goodness Texas Blues guitar legend. His work goes back some 35 years or so. Never in all of that time did Chris ever venture to far from his roots in the blues or variations of the blues. While much of the time Chris performs as a solo artist with band, he has played in a long list of bands most notably in Augie Meyers band - LP ("You ain't rollin your roll right") and 14 years as main axeman for recording artist Delbert McClinton based out of Ft.Worth Tx. Chris has played with many, many groups such as The Argyles, Giant Smiling Dog, Eastwood Review, The Children and many, many more. If you have lived in SA or the Texas area any length of time........you know who he is. One of the best slide players ever and has a CD on the market and still plays the Texas area. (Contributed by Val Mora) VM writes: "I jammed many times with Chris thru the late 80's and early 90's. I fondly recall doing a gig with Chris and Van at an outdoor restaurant on 410 and Evers area. It had palm trees. Jammed with Chris many times at clubs up and down Austin Hwy in NE SA. Kimosabe's and Jagged Sky come to mind. Ran into Chris at Heart of Texas (in Austin) along with SRV more than a few times. I would like to jam with Chris again."
• HOME COOKING - (Contributed by Kelly Villastrigo) Kelly writes: "Home Cookin..... I think Beth Hooker was a member...maybe Steve Zipper as well...I am not sure" (Contributed by Chris Holzhaus) Chris writes: "Homecooking lineup as follows: David Lucke-sax / Steve Lucke-guitar (he passed away several years ago) / Ricky Hernandez-keyboard / Pat Wellberg-bass (im not real sure on this) / cant remember who the drummer was...ill try to pull it up from my feeble mind." (Contributed by Phil Dalmolin) PD writes: "Kort Ogden played bass and Steve Spencer played drums." (Contributed by Linda Sriro) LS writes: "Linda Lovell was the singer for 'Home Cooking' after Wink Kelso left the band. Susie Jenson also sang with Linda for awhile. Steve Lucke on guitar and David Lucke doubled as keyboard player and sax player till Vance Villastrigo joined as keyboardist. Along with Kort Ogden and Steve Spencer was Tommy Miller on sax and George Gardner on conga. Somewhere there is a KRTU video of one of their radio programs in 1976. Linda Lovell who now goes by Linda Sriro is still singing professionally and David Lucke is playing down on the Riverwalk. Occasionally they jam together at Swigs."
• HOMER - See Photo HERE - : Phil Bepko - voc / Frank Coy - voc / Galen Niles - guitar / Howard Gloor - guitar / Chet Himes - bass / Gene Coleman - drums. (Other members over time also included: Pat Cosgrove, Rob Randolph, Robin Overall, & Van Wilks-guitars, Gary Crapster-drums. ML writes: This was one of the shining stars of all past and present bands to come out of SA. This group reigned as crown princes from 68' thou 73' in the area and statewide. This band commanded great respect due to the unique style of original music plus the virtuosity of the players. This band played countless major act warmup slots but could be seen locally in clubs on occasion or at major events. The great showmanship of the band was in part due to the uncommon lineup. The band featured 2 up front stand-up vocalists. Bepko/Coy were outstanding vocalist yet individual personalities. Stage setup was a wall of fender amps and drums. Backing guitarist's were the dazzling duo of Niles/Gloor who specialized in twin harmony lead solos giving the band a grand, elegant, regal sound. Just a touch on the edge of traditional European classical. Coleman was a dazzling showman with his use of drumming technique and mixed with grand over dramatic mannerisms cementing the appearance of a grand event. The music had a totally original approach to rock and culminated in an LP release called "SunKist". The LP went out of print for many years but has turned up on CD thou a U.K. site that specializes in oldies and hard to get music from the 60'-80's. Bepko went on to other popular groups in the area (see STARDUST) and now plays in an acoustical group locally called "Bepko,Fletcher, & Rose". These days, Galen Niles teaches, Howard Gloor became a dentist. Chet Himes became a studio engineer and producer. Gene Coleman continued on with a stellar career (see HEIRONYMOUS, & OVERLOAD) eventually moving to Dallas as member of 80's hit makers POINT BLANK and later with a string of Dallas groups. HOMER was a grand band in a grand era. ( Contributed by Rob Meurer ) Rob writes: "Chet became a great friend of Chris and us and engineered the first two Christopher Cross albums on Warner Brothers. He received a Grammy nomination for the first one". ML writes: I asked Robin Overall about the time when Howard took a leave of absence and was replaced by another guitarist named Rob Randolph, later replaced by Robin. (Contributed by Robin Overall ) Robin writes: "I remember his name was Rob but his last name escapes me. I got the call from Chet Himes and my first gig was the Jam Factory (formerly "The Pussycat"). So, I bought the mandatory Homer guitar rig which consisted of Ampeg V-4 head and 2 full size Fender bassman cabinets filled with 15" JBL speakers. About three weeks later, Howard decided he was going to stay in the band. So, Chet and Galen put Gene up to telling me and ultimately Gene and I became friends. Howard did leave the band afterall. Gene, Phil Bepko, and I then started Heironymous .......and so was the demise of Homer." (Contributed by Frank Coy) FC writes: "Also auspiciously left out of the blurb on Homer was one of the greatest drummers who ever played the San Antonio band scene, Gary Crapster. Gary is a successful attorney and I am a self - employed management consultant. In fact, Galen Niles, Chet Himes, Pat Cosgrove, and I founded 'Homer' around 1967-88 time frame. We accomplished much, opening shows for "Blood, Sweat, and Tears", the "Vanilla Fudge" and others. I'll try to fill you in on 'my recollection' of events and how we "almost made it!" in the next few weeks." (Contributed by David McDonald) DM writes: "I once took guitar lessons from Galen Niles (about 2 lessons) this was at Dellview music in north SA. He had just broken his leg in a car wreck. I saw HOMER a few times at the Teen Canteen and remember Galen could really play 'Mr Soul' by the Buffalo Springfield, which was hot then." (Contributed by Wayne Pianta) WP writes: "Galen Niles - what a blast from the past! He lived up the street from me on Birchwood in Dellview - San Antonio. His father was a manager at a Handy Andy. Galen had a limp, but I do not remember what it was from. His brother, Steve Niles was 6'9" tall and went on to be a great basketball player at UT Austin. Galen was renowned for his guitar virtuosity. Homer was a regular on the SA scene."
• HOODLUM PRIEST - ( Contributed by Joe McDuffie ) Joe writes: "The Hoodlum Priest Bass player was a guy named John Simpson (late) that went to Alamo Heights back in the late 50's or early 60's. I think they formed in college. I believe it was Texas Tech up in Lubbock. They wore these cool outfits like white Priest outfits (very cool at the time)."
• BETH HOOKER - ML writes: Beth Hooker represents one of the better examples of the fine talents to come out of the San Antonio area. Since her early days in the area with such fine bands such as Home Cooking, Moonlight Delight, Messenger, and Stardust she has gone on to a shining career on the Stage, Movies and recording industry. Her more recent activities as backup vocalist with Billy Joel represents just one example. Other work includes tours and recording with the likes of Don Henley, Sting, Neil Diamond, and Tanya Tucker to name a few. This is truly a local girl Cinderella story. Go get em Beth!.... Beth was kind enough to write and send me a more complete biography / resume. Click HERE to read.
• HOT CHEXX - See Photo HERE - : Frank Longobardi - voc,harp,keys / Mike Lowell - guitar,voc,keys / John Hogan - sound man / Steve Gott- bass,voc / Cid Vargas - keys,voc / Dan Dreeban - drums (later replaced by Jimmy ?). ML writes: This band evolved from the core of the RENEGADE band after a lawsuit required name change. The song list was heavy techno dance fully using the power mix of computerized parts combined with live playing for a solid full and powerful live act. The name change (see RENEGADE) gave the band a new lease on life since most people thought it was a new band. The popularity grew more over the next year and the dance floors stayed jammed full at every gig. In late 86', Mike Lowell, John Hogan, & Dan Dreeban decided to leave the band in pursuit of new projects. John Hogan had become a skilled audio tech by this time and would later form his own sound company which thrives to this day in the area. Mike Lowell would move to Dallas in search of the next big adventure. Dan Dreeban remains a A-list first call drummer in the area to this day. The band would continue on for the next several years with replacements and various evolutions in its sound and approach. Charlie Phelps joined on as lead guitarist at this time. Around mid 87', Bassist Steve Gott , drummer Jimmy, and Charlie would leave the band. The band struggled for another year replacing the Bass and drums with a drum machine and synthizisers and added guitarist Steve Fairchild and female vocalist Adeana. The fact that this band now had no live bass player and drummer did not sit well with many club owners and the band finally dissolved in late 88'. Soon after the breakup Frank moved to Denver and Vargas moved to Dallas. Steve Gott would be killed in a car crash while on tour in Canada in 89'. He is missed. Rest in peace brother. In the end, Long live Renegade/Hot Chexx. What a long strange trip it's been - indeed! (Contributed by Frank Longobardi)- Frank writes: Hot Chexx was...... Click HERE to read an in depth description of the final days and version of this band.
• HOT TO GO - BAND MEMBERS: Raymond Rameriz -bass,voc / Dave Mulford-guitar, vocals /Charlie Young-drums, vocals. (Contributed by "unknown sender") Ray, Dave & Charlie were the core members of Hot To Go from late 1977-late 1980. ML writes: Here was a fun loving trio who would rock at the local clubs on occasion but was generally big on area air bases. They were a popular act with Dean Bells's Onstage booking agency. The song list was generally popular rock songs of the time such as ZZ and others which were appropriate to a trio format. The band was not particularly overwhelming but they were no slouches. On a good night they could rock your socks. The main focal point was a giant of a man, Raymond, on lead vocals and bass.
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• INCOGNITO - San Antonio Band (Contributed by Jerry Canavati) - These guys were doing their thing in the SA area for years during the mid 80's. Kenny and the gang. Nice guys and fun band.
• INCOGNITO - Dallas Band - ML writes: These guys have been around the Dallas area for at least 10-15 years and really know how to rock a house. A nice change from all the endless string of corporate bands in this area. Some people from the 70's might remember the bass player from a band called BlackHorse that was big for years around this area. A link to the band website can be found HERE .
• INNERSENSE - ( Contributed by Phil Moran a.k.a. OKIE D ) BAND MEMBERS: Glenn Smith - guitar,voc / David Adams - bass / Don Johnson - keys / Jay Cox - drums. ML writes: This band played locally around 69'-70'. Song list was basically cover tunes, lots of Grand Funk which Glenn pulled off quite well. I always remember Glenn had this great Gibson Les Paul Jr guitar which was a real classic. The keyboard player used a Hammond B3 w/Leslie cab I think. Had a great sound. The members were mostly from the Alamo Heights area. Glenn Smith was the heart and soul of this outfit. NOTE: I previously had this band listed as "Axis" in the listings in error. Read the following from Jay Cox. (Contributed by Jay Cox) Jay writes: "Thought I'd give you the scoop on (not Axis), but "InnerSense". We were the second best band at Alamo Heights during 1969 & 1970. Flash of course was the best. We played mostly Military Bases' NCO & Officers Clubs. (The $ was pretty good...at least it was steady.)"
• INNERVIEW - (Contributed by Ric Swanson) RS writes: "I joined a New Braunfels cover band in 1989 called 'Innerview'. They had a long established following and that association resulted in many great gigs. We were a full blown production ... complete with road crew, MASSIVE PA and lights and perfectly performed covers of everything from Aerosmith to ArcAngels. We were VERY good...and it showed. That band consisted of me, Dennis Peek, Tommy Thompson, Howard Yeargan, and several drummers named Troy. We had a hard time finding and keeping
  drummers. Carl Nowotny was our full time engineer and 6th member of the band. A sonic perfectionist, Carl made us sound so damn good. My relationship with this New Braunfels band culminated in building a recording studio and producing a (cassette) release in 1992 - 'Innerview'. I left the band in '94 or so to re-unite Nightwork but continued my relationship with these guys as co-owners of 'Studio 16'. The studio closed in 1996." (Contributed by Dennis Shows) DS writes: "My band, The Craze's, guitar/keyboardist Ken Brazle had a home studio called 'Walk on water'. Innerview recorded some tracks there, he was also their attorney." (Contributed by Dennis Peek) DP writes: "This is Dennis Peek, one of the founding members of Innerview. Thought I'd mention that even before Rick's involvement we were much more than a cover band. We did 3 cassettes; Innerview, Short Cuts and Hooked. We had 2 fully produced music videos, the first was a song called 'Out of Reach' which appeared on MTV's Basement Tapes Competition in I think 1985, we placed 2nd. The second was called 'Living Today' which was on limited rotation of MTV in 1987. We had several singers, starting with Mike Pinson, then Michael Scherpal then Rick Swanson. All were great singers and 'good people. We had a very good time doing our very best to entertain and give a little something different. It was an honor to be a part of it. By the way, thanks for this website."
• INNOCENT BYSTANDER - (Contributed by Skip Mascorro) SM writes: "Britt Mitchell took off to school in Minnesota to later return to San Antonio and gain his own notoriety with hot 80's band called Innocent Bystander."
• INTRUDER - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by CJ Wilson) MEMBERS: C.J. Wilson-guitar,voc / Jayne Brady-bass / Craig Markle-guitar,voc(formerly with Gary Lewis & the Playboys) /Rex Gaither -Keyboards / Randy Foister drums. '82-'83 Although they went on for another year or so with a 2 new guitarists and bass. (toured Texas booked by Charlie Hatchett).
• THE INTRUDERS - (Contributed by Stephen Shelfer) no info yet.
• THE INVADERS - (Contributed by Roger Barnes) Roger writes: "Their leader and lead guitar player was Terry Laughlin, rhythm guitar was Roger Keys; bass, John Mullins; and drummer was Rick Tate. They played alot of gigs around town to include the Battle of the Bands at Teen
  Canteen. The Invaders were a very good band but were more clean cut...played covers mostly but were damn good at it. Anyway...thanks for posting my stuff...maybe some of the other guys will see it and feed more stories into your site."
• IVORY RYDER - (Contributed by Steve Denney) SD writes: "Local hard-rock cover band that did some originals. They were good, and picked somewhat obscure songs to cover, which I liked. The first time I heard them was at the Jagged Sky. On the way over, I had been bemoaning to my friend and keys man John Hagerty that all of the local cover bands seemed to sound alike and play the same songs. I put on a Wishbone Ash tape (Argus) and said something like, why doesn't anyone ever play THIS stuff? You can guess the rest; we walked into the club and these guys were playing "Sometime World." Blew me away. I later played with Val Mora, their bass player/singer, in a recording project in New Braunfels that never really got off the ground. Been racking my brain, but just cannot remember the rest of the names - sorry."
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• JACK STAMPS & THE CAVE DWELLERS - (Contributed by Paschal Hutzler) PH writes: "About "Jack Stamps & the Cave Dwellers" and "Bandaide". Both of these bands were Highlands guys. The last time I saw Jack, he was doing security as a Bexar Co. deuty sheriff at Sea World at a concert. I think The Guess Who were playing."
• JASMINE - ( Contributed by Roger Johnson ) MEMBERS: Pat Wetmore, Roger Santos, David Hill ?? / Others ??.
• BOBBY JENKINS AND THE JADES - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by Stephen Shelfer) no info yet.
• JIVA JIVE - ( Contributed by Phil Moran a.k.a. OKIE D ) Phil writes: Jiva Jive was the consummate "Frat Party Band" on Sam Kinsey's T.A.M.A. roster around 72'. In fact, they would have been cast perfectly as the band in the basement of the "Animal House". Chuck Berry's "No particular place to go" and CCR's "Green River" exemplify the decidedly narrow cross section of their song list. Nothing flashy, nothing fancy, just good dance music and GOOD, CLEAN, FUN. (In the back seat, with a drunk cheerleader, of course). On telecaster guitar and vocals was Bubba (Marius) Perron, Rusty Miller on lead guitar, Laurent Perron on drums and main vocals, and Steve Trowbridge on bass. ML writes: These days, Rusty Miller is a lounge club performer and club owner partner with Wayne Harper. Marius Perron is a recording engineer with a long list of credits. ( Contributed by Bob Galindo ) Bob writes: "For a very short time, I was in Jiva Jive with the Perron Brothers. Bass player was STEVE BAXTER (he was an Alamo heights guy and played in surf bands with David Mcdavid). Bubba Perron fired us because "we were no fun" and "did not party". (Contributed by Cliff Oliver) Cliff writes: "I replaced Chris Holzhaus in Jiva Jive ...."
• JIVE BOMBERS - (Contributed by Kurt Linhof) Kurt writes: "The Jive Bombers (1975-6) did urban blues with a fever, with a little jazz/funk tone to it. We were: Chris Holzhaus - vocals and guitar, Jim Newhouse - drums, Kurt Linhof - bass, Ricky Hernandez - keys. Hot band, went nowhere. I couldn't see straight, and Chris and Jimmy went off to tour with Delbert. We put the Jive Bombers together in Houston but only played there and Austin, occasionally splitting the bill with Eric Johnson's band, the Electromagnets."
• JOHNNY DEE & THE ROCKET 88'S - no info yet.
• ERIC JOHNSON - See Photo HERE - ML writes: The first time I saw this legend was on a first time pleasure trip to Austin around 76'. I was with members of my band OVERLOAD and we wanted to check out some of the local talent. Little did I know that my first exposure to Austin talent would be from a future guitar hero. I was humbled in thinking that maybe all competitors from Austin would be as awesome as this band called the ELECTROMAGNETS. On this evening (at Mother Earth), Eric played a red Gibson 335 dot neck guitar out of a Marshall / Fender rig. The music was jazz rock instrumental. They were one of these bands that drew a small, non dancing, but loyal group of fans. Everyone sat in a stupor as we watched this group of amazing musicians. Eric plays these lightning quick runs while making his guitar sound identical in tone to a violin player. His playing makes other guitar players want to give up totally OR practice really hard, or both. Later in the year, I ran into him at an Austin music store called Heart of Texas. Eric was testing out some guitars. He is one of the most shy geniuses I've had the pleasure to meet. Since I heard he was not at ease talking to strangers, I simply went over to say hi and that I was a fan and left him in peace. I read in a Guitar Player magazine article that Eric is his own worst critic and has a hard time hearing others praise his talent. He is forever doubting his talent and striving for perfection even though he is in the company of the worlds greatest guitar players. A number of years later, Eric snagged a record deal as a solo artist. After 3 CD releases under his belt and widespread regional radio play, he has finally become known and loved world wide by a small but loyal following. Famous, but not to the point of losing his privacy. The fame level is just about right for him in my opinion. Long Live Eric the Great! (Contributed by CJ Wilson) CJ writes: "At the Velvet Underground in OKC: Eric Johnson (before he got signed to a major label....he was very nice and signed a gig poster i had taken off a telephone pole." (Contributed by James Thorn) James writes: "Eric opened a gig for Christopher Cross at UTSA right after Chris had hit it big with 'sailing'. When we arrived to the theater that evening for the show Eric was momentarily denied access because the security guard (who was a student) said he was not 'old enough.' The road manager at that time was a burly guy named Fred Bonham who said 'Out of our way schoolboy, the next guitar messiah is here!' He let us through." (Contributed by Fran Barrineau) FB writes: "I was in Austin last Wednesday and saw Eric Johnson perform with Alien Love Child at Antone's. Whew......that boy can play. I have all his CD's but seeing him live was such a rush that I'm driving three and a half hours on the 11th of March to see him in Albany, New York. Of course, I flew to Austin from Boston, where I currently reside, just to see him play thanks to my husband's frequent flyer miles. I'm from Pensacola, Florida. I even talked two of my girl cousins, one from Berkeley, California and the other from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to join me. We had a great time."
• JOKER MOON - BAND MEMBERS: David Hill - guitar,voc / Don Earl Harding / Jimmy Fuller - guitar / Chris Holzhaus - guitar,voc / Jimmy Rose - drums,voc / Mike Marechal - bass /Will Belamy / Merilee Webber. ( Thanks to Chris Holzhaus and Ron Rose for name data ) ML writes: This was a popular local band around San Antonio who specialized in music by Poco and Loggins and Messina and others of that blend. Superior vocals and a distinctive song list were the standout features. David was a classmate of mine a year ahead of me at Lee HS. David and I later played in a band called PALE WHITE HORSE. (Addition by Chris Holzhaus) Chris writes: "I remember another member of Joker Moon... shit! ...he was one of the main dudes... wrote alot of their songs. His name was Don Harding.....he passed away some 15 years ago." ML writes: I got a recent email from guitarist Keith Hinshaw. Keith once played with the SA bands "Blue Valley Mill" and "Sativa" in the early 70's. He tells me how his current band in Quincy, ILL now calls themselves "The Joker Moon Band". Mostly out of tribute. Here is what he wrote. (Contributed by Keith Hinshaw) Keith writes: "I went back to my native St. Louis, Mo. where I managed to play steadily for the next 30 years! I played with various club touring and lounge acts, none of which would be familiar to you. My highlights would be openers for Ian Gillian from Deep Purple, Rick Derringer a couple of times, Ozark Mountain Daredevils(a lot) and others. Sparing you a long story (you're welcome), I ended up in Quincy.Il. where I have been since 1989. I put together a band here and said I wanted a band that had the same qualities as my favorites from my teen years - "Joker Moon". I wanted tight harmonies and no cheap tunes. I built them up so much that my band mates said "why don't you just call it that?". After 23 years and 1200 miles, I named it "The Joker Moon Band" as a tribute, not a rip. If they read this I hope they believe it. I was on Yahoo last week and typed in "Joker Moon". It took me to your site and I was jazzed". (Contributed by Ron Rose) Ron writes: "In '73, David, Jimmy and Jimmy formed a short lived group with Chris Holzhaus, then settled in with Don Earl Harding (now deceased), Will Belamy, Merilee Webber and Mike Marchel to form the first incarnation of Joker Moon." (Contributed by Stray Dog) Stray writes: "Somewhere there should be a Joker Moon demo tape put together for WB records. It is two track but had a good mix though the acoustics are a bit hollow for the drums, recorded in an old wooden house. I believe Will Write still has his bicycle shop in North side SA. Merilee Webber still sings and resides in LA, she and Don were lovers and lived together for awhile. The late Don Earl Harding was the spirit of Joker Moon and he spun out early but inspired a generation of local pickers including Steve Earl. Joker Moon performances defined the quintessential evening at the Bijou. Played great originals, but among my favorite Joker Moon was their cover of "Out to Sea". I often see that old Joker Moon a-laughin' down from up above--its a crescent moon lying on its back and looking like a great big grin--it makes me smile and think of Don Earl Harding and the magic that once was." (Contributed by John Fonte) JWF writes: "Don "Hog" Harding: I first met Don doing a session at Texas Sound Studios with Rex Foster in 1969-70. They were playing acoustic together. At the time he worked at a music store in Central park mall. He could play the strings off a guitar. Later (much later) he was a member of Joker Moon, which also included Jimmy Day on pedal steel and Cass Webb on vocals. My friend Alan Voight used to do sound for them at the Longneck Saloon. They could really "grease up" the country sound that was becoming "Austinized" in the mid-late 70's" (Contributed by Woody Roberts) WR writes: "I was close to Joker Moon and took their demo to WB in NYC '75. They often played Bijou in 70s. Last saw Don Earl Harding late seventies. Believe it was 83 - 85 that he died of a terrible disease in Waco hospital. (on ...his most popular bar-drunk sing-along was "HUACO spells Waco". possible i am mistaken and he died in 79. Was told by a friend, last words were: "The magic is gone...". So true."
• JUGGERNAUT - (Contributed by Gary Robinson) Gary writes: "I use to roadie w/ Juggernaut back in the mid 80's. I don't keep in touch with any of the guys from the band anymore but have had some updates thru friends over the years. Here's the line up: Harlan Grimm (real last name Glenn)-vocals, Eddie Katilius-Guitar, Scott Womack-Bass, Bobby Jarzambek-Drums. Let me just say that Juggernaut still stands out in my mind as some of the best live shows I've ever seen. They shocked and entertained audiences for the entire show. Harlan would be carried thru the crowd to the stage in a coffin. The stage was basically a grave yard complete with cobwebs and tombstones. Really great to see live!!!!! Juggernaut was pretty popular 83-85ish. Put out 2 albums on Metal Blade. The first album was entitled Baptism Under Fire. I'm not sure if the 2nd album was ever released or not. I do know that Harlan left soon after the first album was released. Last I heard he went to California to pursue a solo act as Harlan Grimm and I believe he released an album. The 2nd album had Steve Cooper from the old San Antonio Slayer band. Steve also sang with WinterKat on occasion. Bobby went on to jam with Mark Reali when Mark reformed Riot. Riot was a big band back in the 70's. Riot had a video on MTV and I think the name of the album was Thunder Steel. I'm pretty sure Riot later changed their name to Narita but I haven't heard of anything from them since. Bobby's brother Ronnie (in S.A. Slayer) was a great guitarist who took Billy White's place in Watch Tower (great Austin band !!!) when Billy was recruited by Don Dokken. Last I heard Scott was a PR guy for a record label and I lost contact w/ Eddie after 91'. That's all the info I have on Juggernaut. Does anyone else remember Wizard, Watch Tower, Slayer (not L.A.!!!), Hellstar,Karion (Carion?). These bands all kicked ass!!!" (Contributed by Harlan Glenn) Harlan writes: "I saw my old band (Juggernaut) listed-and flattered at that. I am Harlan Glenn the original vocalist / screamer for the band, formed by myself and Scott Wolmac. There is one error, in that I was with the band a good year......For those of you out there who followed us-THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT! You are great!... ML writes: Harlan was kind enough to elaborate on some history of the band and his new Hollywood career. Click HERE to view the entire info page provided by Harlan. (Contributed by David Reed) DR writes: "I'm David Reed and I played the drums on the 1st album by Juggernaut (Baptism Under Fire) recorded at the Earth & Sky Studio in Austin, TX. My band, Cyanide, used to hang out at Rocky's on Austin Highway in the early 80's. It was there I met Harlan Glenn who later introduced me to Scott Womack. Harlan had me playing with Cyanide during the Battle of the Bands at the old Daddy's on Fredericksburg Rd. Juggernaut was just starting out and had not secured a drummer for the 1st album, so Harlan recommend Scott ask me to sit in and lay the tracks for that record. Harlan & Scott would come to my house on Hickory Grove (behind John Jay High School) to rehearse. Scott & Harlan worked at Hastings Records at Westlake Mercado Mall during this time, which is how I think Scott got his contacts to record. We partied a couple of times at Scott's parents house (Garage) over at Hwy 90 & Valley Hi. Scott & Harlan were quite popular with the ladies too. After that album, they found a drummer and I resumed my gig with Cyanide and later with Hanger 17. I haven't seen those guys since then, it was great to find this site! Oh yeah, Riot is still jamming, I saw them last year at a bar on 410 & Perrin B. They rocked, especially on Outlaw!"
• JUMBO - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by Jimmy Monroe) Jimmy (Jumbo) promises updated info soon. (Contributed by Jeff Dunham) JD writes: "Hello, very cool stuff! Man talk about shaking the memory up. Thanks for your work, this is very interesting for me.I played bass guitar in the band Jumbo for several years. I'm in L.A. and have a band called STARS OF MARS. We play all original rock. You can check out Stars of Mars.com soon. Thanks again, J.D. (Contributed by James Eiland) JE writes: "The original "Jumbo" was Jimmy Sweetwood, Steve Bland (T-Bone) and Homer (wish I could remember his last name, later of "Homer and the Boners"). They were the award winning Jumbo who were judged the #1 Rock band in San Antonio in (I think)1989. Beating out "Heyoka" at Sunken Gardens and again that night on KISS as "The Godfather" played a "Jumbo" single then a "Heyoka" single. There was always a friendly rivalry between the two bands. The main difference was that "Jumbo" was all original and always a trio. The year after that, I took over drumming for my old friend T-Bone when he went off to play elsewhere. We had grown up together in Castle Hills in the 60's and both took drum lessons from Gary Crapster of (the band) "Homer" fame. Years later, T-bone also introduced me to Scottish style Pipe-Band drumming as he was Drum Sergeant for "San Antonio Pipes and Drums". "Jumbo" played Cardi's (Randy's Rodeo) allot back then, warming up bands like "Legs Diamond" and "Oz Knozz", playing KISS-World, Sunken Gardens and others. Playing with Jeff Dunham was always a pleasure. He was a bass machine even back then and must be awesome now. I saw Jimmy a few years ago and had a mini-reunion at a little dive called "Doza's". His playing has improved 300%, if that's possible, he's dropped allot of weight, and is apparently pretty successful out in L.A. as a performer and sound engineer. Hey Jeff or Jimmy call me if you're ever in town. Keep up the good work Mike."
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• KENNY AND THE KASUALS - (Contributed by Kenny Daniels) KD writes: "I cannot believe you have nothing on the best and greatest 60's Texas band ever,,,I'm here to fix that."
  www.kennyandthekasuals.com
• THE KIDS - (Contributed by John Keating ) BAND MEMBERS: Chris Lieck - Guitar,Voc / Ed Holmgreen-Guitar,Voc / Mike Orbello - Bass / John Keating - Drums (also Billy Carey). John K writes: "Pop/Rock band started by Alamo Heights alums in 1982. Fashioned its original sound and image after such bands as The Knack and Cheap Trick, with some concessions to the 80's hair-band look, while establishing itself in the local club scene and becoming a regular at the Teen Canteen. Relocated to LA in 1985 and recorded a 10-inch EP "America" which got limited national distribution along with its self-produced music video which won an MTV Basement Tapes award in 1986 and went into regular rotation for several weeks. Changed its name to Kid Curry in 1987 and toured with several national acts including the Pat Travers band before disbanding some time in the early nineties. Chris now owns a music production company and studio in SA, while members John and Ed have pursued other careers in California." ML writes: John was kind enough to elaborate on the history of the bands get together. Click HERE to view his page. (Contributed by Sam Wakefield) SW writes: "Trey Gunn (offspring of Gunn Oldsmobile and Alamo Heights alum.) is a legendary prog-rock bassist. "Replaced" Tony Levin in King Crimson; Line-up was Robert Fripp, Adrian Belew, Bill Bruford and Trey Gunn. His solo albums have loyal following."
• KID CURRY - (Contributed by Rob Cushing) RC writes: "Saw a listing about the band Kid Curry on your site, I remember seeing them open for The Pat Travers Band in 1989 when I was in the Navy at the navy base in Pensacola FL. I remember hanging out with the keyboardist (who was also the keyboardist of Axxe (of "Rock and Roll Party in the Streets" fame) on their tour bus afterwards but coulnt' remember his name and I noticed on the band listing he isn't mentioned, but he was definitely part of the band...would you have any idea who that was?"
• KING PEACH - about 1980. no info yet.
• THE KLOCKS - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by ML) Bill Caisee-guitar, drums, voc / Marc Martinez- keys, Sax, Guitar, bass, voc / Brent Fields- bass, guitar, lead voc / Mac Gonzales - drums, guitar, voc. / Steve Trowbridge - sound / Bo Rios - lighting / Troy Bishoppetty - Lighting apps / Mac Hutchins - follow spot. ML writes: These guys really kick ass. They can really rock out but the main strength is the ability to play any type of music very convincingly. I've gotten to know them a bit since they perform in the DFW area quite a bit. I mean, they are here all the time. On occasion I've even had the chance to sit in on a few numbers. The boys always have a packed crowd and they always go over great in this area. All for good reason. They kick ass!! The sound system and light show is top notch and the guys always have great chops coming off the stage. It's always a fun night when the band is here. One of the things readers should notice is the high tech setup the band uses. NO AMPS for one. Everything is setup to go straight to the mixer and the guys use a earphone monitor system. What this means is primo control at the mixer and a great sound coming off the stage. Brent is the leader of the band and a real nice guy to boot. He is also the tech whiz and band web master. Bill is the guitar slinger with a great set of chops and a long history of playing in SA bands. Mac ( on drums) has a super voice able to manage the high parts making their covers of songs from the Bee Gees note for note. All in all a powerful package all way round. Definitely one of the best bands to come out of SA. They have to be one of the hardest working road bands in the state. Visit the band website, see them live. You won't regret it. Buy a CD while you are at it. ML adds: This next contributor was kind enough to fill me in on a much older version of the Klocks from back in the day.... (Contributed by Monica Pape Cox) John Allen-guitar, lead voc / Eddie Doran- keyboards / Tracey Killough- bass / Darren Kreth (and later Robin Webb) - drums. ML writes: Here was a band that appeared on the scene around the early 80's. I remember an MTV styled song list and image styling. The guys always had a fun time on stage and kept the dance floors full. Everyone always had a great time at one of the gigs from this outfit. I would see them at Cooter Browns and also gigs on Austin Hwy. Monica writes: "The club on Austin Highway that the Klocks played at was Norma Jean's. All but Robin, were graduates of Holmes High School and classmates of Mike Morales. About two years ago, John & Ed put the band back together. They played regularly on the riverwalk & various clubs in Austin."
• THE KONFIGURATIONS - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by John Colvin) JC writes: "Allen Grimm had a band I played in back in '67 & 68. We played all the usual places,Teen Canteen,Teen Sceen, Ricki Ware was our manager and a damn good one. One night we had to go on after Sonny and the Sunliners, Ricki thought we were getting to big for our britches and that took us down a peg.The Virgil Foxx Band were doing their thing and it was a hell of a good time to be around."
• KRACKERJACK - (Contributed by Chris Holzhaus ) CH writes: "Stevie Vaughn / Tommy Shannon / Robin Seiler / Uncle John Turner / Bruce Bolin. "Here is a rare nugget...the original band "Krackerjack", played the Pussy Cat in the early 70's." ML responds: This band was a regular around the Texas area scene, I heard radio spots all the time about appearances. This was before Stevie became Stevie "Ray" Vaughn who headed his own band. Even that band was years before his breakout fame. KrackerJack also featured Tommy Shannon who also did a stint with Johnny Winters and later would rejoin SRV when he went solo. I once read an interview where Stevie talked about these years and his massive substance abuse habits of the time. He lived under the belief that to be a real blues man you had to live the life style. (Note: During his solo fame years, he underwent treatment and swore off the life style for good). This band gave him the experience and contacts to move on to greater heights in the years to come. ( Contributed by Tommy Taylor ) Tommy writes: " The original group was: Uncle John Turner, Tommy Shannon, Bruce Bolin for sure. However the MAIN GUY...Mike Kindred of course! (The original Stevie Ray Vaughn and Double Trouble and also Triple Threat Revue) ("Cold Shot"). He wrote or co-wrote ALL THE SONGS for Krackerjack! DUH! Original guitarist was Jesse Taylor from Lubbock (Joe Ely). Jesse was replaced by John Stahaely (Chain Gang, Shepherd's Bush, Pumpkin, Spirit, Jo Jo Gunne, Gypsee Eyes, Paul Rodgers...) There used to be this bartender at the New Orleans Club, named Tommy McAllister, that used to come up and dance naked on stage with them and play trombone...Yikes! He was later a band director for the Austin Independent School District! He used to teach your kids Trombone folks! They used to call him "The Boogie Man". They had this one tune called "DONTCHA BOOGIE" that he would always come out naked on. He later wore a cape with nothing underneath, after the first few times, as I recall, to avoid problems with the law if any arose. He was a great cat and very nice to me when I was a kid! I used to play the New Orleans Club when I was 13. Tommy died back in the 80's I believe of a heart attack. All those guys at the New Orleans were great, even Ron Coleman! "You guys would be a pretty good band if you'd just get your shit outta here." (Currently at Roger Beasley Volvo.) OK that's all! If you want anymore read my book! Ha Ha!" (Contributed by David Jones) DJ writes: "I can't remember all the names. But I saw them many times in Waco at The "Abraxis Club" on the Old Dallas Highway. I do know that the reason we all went to see them the first time was because we all had "Johnny Winters First Album". That was the name of Johnny Winter first record and we knew that the drummer and bass player on Winter's album was playing in Krackerjack. Tommy Shannon on bass and Uncle John Turner ( He is the guy on the right with the bandanna) on drums. Sometimes. Most of the time. This kid was there playing some great blues licks. I didn't know it was Stevie Ray until years later when a book about him came out and a photo of Krackerjack including SRV was in it saying this was one of the first good bands Stevie ever played."
• THE KRAYOLAS - (Contributed by Kenny Kaufman) Hector Saldana-guitar / David Saldana -drums / Van Baines-guitar / Barry Smith-bass. KK writes: "They did a lot of Beatles complete withn Sgt Pepper costumes." (Contributed by Hector Saldana) Hector writes: "We recently released a compilation of the 45 rpm vinyl singles we made beginning 30 years ago. It's called "Best Riffs Only" and it received an excellent review in the San Antonio Current as is getting airplay on KSYM-FM and KTRU-FM, as well as on Little Steven's Underground Garage. From the very beginning, The Krayolas always included their own music in their sets. The Krayolas were a popular and influential teenage power pop and garage band that emerged on the San Antonio scene in the mid-'70s playing at the Warehouse Club, Bits 'n' Pieces and the Teen Canteen. The "K" in their name comes from their heroes the Kinks. Founded by brothers Hector Saldana and David Saldana, the band recorded its first record, "All I Do Is Try"/"Sometime" at Zaz Studio in early 1977. The Krayolas won the KTFM Battle of the Bands at Sunken Garden Theater in summer 1977 and as the prize went to Six Flags in Dallas to play with Chuck Berry. In the early days, guitarists Hector Saldana and Van Baines played matching electric 12-string Rickenbacker guitars on songs by the Byrds, the Who and the Beatles. A typical set included songs by the
  Raspberries, Badfinger, the Rubinoos, the Rolling Stones, the Kinks, the Beatles and their own tunes. San Antonio Express-News music editor Ben King captured that scene in a story that ran July 4, 1976. One of their big breaks came playing several opening gigs for the hugely popular
  Vince Vance & the Valiants. And yes, we were famous for our kooky costumes, too. We once wore flimsy caveman outfits in front of 8,000+ people at Sunken Garden radio concert. The Krayolas toured and performed with Dave Edmunds, Nick Lowe, Sir Douglas Quintet, Rene & Rene, West Side Horns, Flaco Jimenez, Christopher Cross, Stevie Ray Vaughan, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Joan Jett, Michael Bolton, Jerry Jeff Walker, Crazy Caven and the Rhythm
  Rockers, Mark Farner, Joe King Carrasco and many others. The band recorded two vinyl albums: "Kolored Music" (1982) and "Dead End Life" (1987) and several 45 rpm vinyl records. The Krayolas also appeared on MTV, ABC-TV "America Rocks," Showtime, Showbiz and KENS-TV "Jammin'." In 1983, "Kolored Music" was named Top 10 Independent Album by Goldmine, Trouser Press and CMJ. Their last 45 rpm record was "Find a Girl" in 1988. The Krayolas toured the country several times and performed at the Bitter End and the Bottom Line in New York and at the Roxy in Los Angeles." Check out the Krayolas band website at: http://www.thekrayolas.com
• MIKE KROPP - See Photo HERE - ML writes: Mike is a singer /guitarist who has earned his dues around the SA area for a least 20 yrs. He has been in and out of groups on a permanent and part time basis but mainly performs as a solo act in local clubs. He is one of these true musicians who lives by his wits doing any and all variations of lineups that might come along. A nice guy and fine singer, you can usually find him somewhere on any current entertainment calender at some club to this day. Check him out next time you are in SA. (Contributed by Scoop) S writes: "Mike Kropp - I only recall bits about him. He played with a guy named Marty for a long time at a bar where my mother worked. He was also in a band called 'Self Propelled' for a while. I can't recall how long they were around, probably not long. The only other person I recall from that band was Gary Bernadini who played a pretty mean guitar."
• KRYSIS - (Contributed by Geoff Lupton) updated info coming soon.
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• LA FAMILIA - (Contributed by Dave Lara) DL writes: "I noticed on your website that a few Texas bands were mentioned but not listed."
• LAGNAFS - need info.. anyone know anything bout this band???
• THE LATIN BREED - (Contributed by Dave Lara) DL writes: "(San Antonio, Jimmy Edwards)."
• LAST CALL - (Contributed by Naomi) N writes: "I cannot believe it!!! What a great website. Im back in SA and still using the ole vocal cords!!! I'm formally in a band called Last Call. Been with them for 1 year. Thanks for the memories. Mike Lopez works at University Hospital and really supports me still in the music venue. We have a son Jordan A Lopez who hopefully will bloom as a musician. At this time Jordan is 13 and loves to sing. Cant say I dont blame him." Visit the band website at: http://www.myspace.com/vlastcallbandv
• THE LAUGHING KIND - See Photo HERE & HERE BAND MEMBERS: Phil Bepko - voc / Andy Salmon - guitar,voc / Bob Geisler - bass / Sol Casseb / Jerry Frank - keys. (Thanks to Rob Meurer for names) ML writes: Due to my age and restriction to 21 clubs at the time, as well as recently arriving to the area, I didn't have a chance to hear this act for myself. The folklore I've heard about them is powerful, however. I could not go a week without hearing ads for them on the radio. They were known on the scene as a band who projected the image of being the best of the best. The band consisted of seasoned members who would later fan out to future bands of high caliber and popularity in the area. ( Contributed by Chris Holzhaus ) Chris writes: "Now here's a story...The Laughing Kind name was re-used by Sol Casseb / Andy Salmon / Phil Bepko ( I think Sol played with Max one summer and maybe owned the name?). I don't recall the rest of the group... after the original band broke up in Port Aransas 1966, (not the same band), the last true Laughing Kind was created in 1967 and put together by Max Range / Bill King for one final run. The original band was named Max and the Laughing Kind and wasn't even the same band as the one in San Antonio. The line up for Max's band...Max Range (vocals and keeping the tourist women pregnant ), Bill "alligator" King - guitar ( it is said that Bill invented the dance "The Alligator" while playing the Port Aransas summers with Max). Mike Marechal (bass), Sam Allen (drums), Chris Holzhaus (guitar/vocals), Ronnie Huth (vox organ). Maybe someone can send more info on the other laughing kind?". ( Contributed by Bob Galindo ) Bob writes: "Max Range called us out of the blue sky. His band quit on him. They were going off to Kerrville to become the 13th Floor Elevators! We showed up on a very cold January day. "We", being The Loose Ends - myself, Dan Galindo, Bill King and Buddy Toscano. To the best of my knowledge, we were the ORIGINAL Max and the Laughing Kind. It should have been about jan.1965. It was very cold". ML writes: Bob elaborates on this story on his trivia page located HERE . Look at the heading "Max and the Laughing Kind". (Forwarded to ML from Bob Galindo) Andrew Brown wrote: "Talking to Chris Holzhaus the other night, I finally found out what happened to Max Range. His ex-wife shot him in the head circa 1970. According to Chris, he survived the blast, but has been a vegetable ever since, and has resided in a Kerrville rest home for the last 30 years."(Contributed by Andy Salmon) Andy writes: "I remember the Laughing Kind horn players, Jim & John Eagan and the guitarist was Keith Miller. Jerry Frank started on organ with this line-up.When I joined The Laughing Kind they were a horn band playing lots of Stax type R&B. This was the first time I played bass. A guy named Tommy Smith was the lead singer, Sol Casseb played drums. He was also in the Piplines. I forget the names of the two brothers who played trumpet & sax and the guitar player.(Sad isn't it?) After some personnel changes I went back to guitar. Leon Turbowitz took over as singer. Bob Giesler came in on bass (he was also in the Pipelines). Leon was eventually replaced by Phil Bepko. This lineup held together for several years and is the one probably most remembered in San Antonio. We opened shows for Iron Butterfly, Three Dog Night, Led Zepplin, Jethro Tull, the Byrds & others. Near the end Willie Ornelas took over on drums. Phil Arroyo was one of our roadies. We used to call them Goons." (Contributed by Margaret Moser ) MM writes: "You have done a spectacular job on this site, and given your excellent input (Meurer, Sahm, Holzhaus, etc), it is very accurate. It was a thrill to read all those names and all that trivia, some directly from the sources. It sent me back to my teen years and all day I have been singing alternately the Laughing Kind's "I'm Gonna Put Some Hurt On You" and Sweet Smoke's "Mary Jane's To Love." Try explaining *that* to someone who wasn't there." (Added by Sol Casseb) SC wrote: "As to the various names of members who came and went through the years, the ones I can remember are as follows: Andy Salmon, Jim Meekin, Jim Egan, Leon Turbowitz, Keith Miller, Bill Smith, Jerry Frank, Phil Bepko, Bob Geissler, Johnny Schwertner, Kent Liming, Pat Welberg, Mike Lasley, Bob Trevino, Roy Cox, Tommy Smith, as well as those other members who have been mentioned in the various emails and, certainly, those that I can no longer remember.
• LEGACY - See Photo HERE (Contributed by John Smyrl) JS writes: "I was just looking at your website and noticed your picture of the band "Legacy". They were called "The 1900 Storm" prior to changing their name to "Legacy" in the mid 1970's. They used to play the clubs all over Galveston County and the Houston area. I enjoyed your website and will check it out again sometime. I used to go watch a lot of the old Texas bands, Moving Sidewalks, Fever Tree, Neil Ford, 13th Floor Elevator, The Clique, Homer, We The People, and many, many, many more."
• LEMON RHINDSTONE - BAND MEMBERS: Marius (Bubba) Perron - bass,voc / Laurent Perron - drums,voc / Meli Perron - keys??? / unknown - guitar. (Thanks to Chris Holzhaus for data ) ML writes: I remember catching this band at the Mule Stall in Alamo Heights around 69' or so. It appears that it was a real family affair featuring 3 members of the Perron family plus others. I remember the song list as being nothing flashy, just good dance tunes of the times. The band members were dressed well but nothing outrageous or dangerous. The place was filled with older (non high school girls) so they must have been doing something right. Shortly after this gig the Perron Bros. joined up with Chris Holzhaus to form the powerhouse group EASTWOOD REVIEW (see listing). Chris and the Perron's whipped themselves into shape as this new group was a top notch blues outfit. The Perrons would have a long career in many bands around the area for years to come (see PERRONS, JIVA JIVE, STARDUST, MAX).
• LIBERTO, RAY - (Contributed by Bill Lieber) Bill writes: "Remember Ray Liberto? I was
  involved with him a while back in his quest to make another come back. After three strokes its tough for him. Augie Myers came to one of his gigs to lend his support."
• LIBERTY - (Contributed by Sherry Steward) Houston Band circa 75'-76'. SS writes: "Know anything about the band Liberty? They also played around Houston. I think Peter was their sound guy or manager. I knew Peter really well, but not alot about the band. I know they lived in League City & first names were Rick, Mike, Tom & Ernie & that's only because I have a picture."
• LIC - (Houston Band) ML writes: This was a 4 piece band out of Houston who used to play in SA on a regular basis around 76'. They did a fairly commercial set of songs that always kept the dance floors full. These guys rocked doing stuff from ZZ and Zepplin. They became good running mates with members of my band Overload and we ended up buying the Overload equipment van from them. I remember a Brad on bass, Steve "Johnnie Fixx" on lead guitar and main vocals who played a blue strat, and Charlie Izard. Had a lot of laughs with these guys even if they did steal our groupies (temporarily only). (Contributed by CJ Wilson) CJ writes: Lic...i saw them at the Longbranch in OKC. I was quite excited by what they did. It was all covers but i really enjoyed hearing the Kinks, Alice Cooper, Paul Revere, etc. No one i played with really was into doing that at the time. Looking back on it i think they were punk before punk arrived....this was around '75. (Contributed by Mary Kay Hemenway) MH writes: "Liked your website....on the portion with the band Lic. The guitar players name was Louis not Steve. Unfortunately, Louis is no longer with us, nor is Richard. Richard was killed in an automobile accident. And, very sad to say, Louis killed himself. For someone that loved the band and more importantly was privileged to have Louis as a friend, I appreciate the kind words you mentioned about Lic." (Contributed by Rose Ann) RA writes: "The singer in Lic that you called "Steve" - his name was Louis -God Rest his soul, he is no longer with us - damn shame." (Contributed by Mike Keith) MK writes: "I was a 20-ish guitar player hanging in the Houston band scene in the late-70s. I'm not sure if I was just young & impressionable or they were really that good, but I was *hugely impressed* with the band Lic. Saw many of their local shows.(Anybody remember a nightclub called Papa Feel Goods?) They were always much,much better than other local bands but frequently criticized by other musicians for a lack of original songs. You know of any links or other info? Would like to learn more about the band members. Sad to hear of the guitar players' deaths." (Contributed by Sherry Steward) SS writes: "I saw you had information on the band LIC . They also played at the Boogie & Cactus bar (in Pasadena,Tx), but at the time the lead singer was named Scott. Scott even started working at the bar. I think there was alot of tension between him & the other guys. I don't remember Scotts last name though."
• LIGHTNING - (Contributed by Kris Arnold) KA writes: "Back in the mid-70's I enjoyed a Dallas band that would come to Austin and play at Mother Earth's when Mother Earth's was on Riverside. The name of the band was "Lightening". I have often wondered what became of them, who they were, etc." (Contributed by Hunter Harrison) Hunter writes: "Lightning (already mentioned briefly in your list) was a kick-ass hard rock band from Dallas that played all over South Texas in the late 70's and early 80's. I saw them in Dallas and Waco. They played a club called Mother Blues in Dallas regularly. The guitar player played a Les Paul with a Marshall amp (I think) with a ton of crunch and the guy had a bucket full of licks. I learned a lot just from watching him play. I went up and talked to him for a while one night and asked him if he would give me some lessons, and he said he would. I never followed through on it though (stupid me). That guy was awesome. The singer had a great personality and pretty good voice. I remember two original songs from the early days - "Could of been me" and "You two can't have a body like mine!". They were a great show from start to finish every time I saw them. Lots of personality. This band would have been right at home in a biker bar or a rock club."
• LIQUID SKY - (Contributed by Brian Lutz) - BL writes: "Hey Mike , I came across your web site. Wow! this is really cool, it takes me back. What about liquid sky? It had John Grell (15 years old then), Chris Watkins on bass, Steve Cooper on vocals (later with SA Slayer, Juggernaut, Narita) and David Proctor on drums (who I went to high school with in Hondo,Texas)."
• LITTLE JOE AND THE VIPS - (Contributed by Michael Lusk) MLusk writes: "28 years ago when I was in the Air Force, my wife & I were big fans of Little Joe & the VIPs (as they called themselves then). They used to play the military circuit as well as the clubs downtown. I was wondering what had happened to them."
• BUBBA LITTRELL - (Contributed by Jean) Jean writes: "Hello, Mike.We remember a lot of western bands from way back like Jimmy Martin's band and Bubba Littrell, Eddie Dugosh, Adolf Hoffner, Texas Tophands, Texas Drifters, Texas Plowboys. Some of the clubs back then were The Barn, Polo Grill, Hilltop, The Roundup and all these clubs featured well-know recording artists from time to time. This would have been in the late 40's and 50's. Some of the musicians we remember were Eddie Dugosh, Louie Karajohn, Jimmy Martin, Johnny Olan, Jimmy Reeves, Art Hutchins, Red River Dave, Leon Meritt. We often wonder what happened to some of the band members in these bands and hope your readers share some info."
• LIVE FROM TEXAS - (Contributed by Kenny Kaufman) KK writes: "I have a band called Live From Texas.The band includes Hector Saldana on guitar,and David Saldana on percussion,
  Van Baines on guitar and pedal steel, Mark Davis on guitar, myself on drums and one out of towner, Jim Marvin on bass. We do alot of western swing, old country and newer alt. country. We play mostly private functions. It is a real hoot to be playing with the same guys I played with in high school 30 years later. Great site and keep up the good work."
• THE LOOSE ENDS - ( Contributed by Bob Galindo ) Bob Galindo - guitar / Dan Galindo- bass (later with the 13th floor elevators)/ Bill King - guitar,voc (also in the ORIGINAL VERSION OF THE LAUGHING KIND, but that is another story) / Johnny cunningham -voc / Mike Soderstrum (original drummer), Buddy Toscano (2nd drummer), Gary Crabster (3rd drummer). (Contributed by Stephen Shelfer) SS writes: "I remember the Loose Ends did some GOOD Roy Orbison stuff."
• ROBB LONDON AND THE ROUGES - (Contributed by Larry Patton) LP writes: "I saw Robb London perform one time at the Knights of Columbus Hall on the east side of S.A. in the early sixties. A few years later I became friends with Bobby Jenkins and found out they were the same guy. From what I remember, Robb London was a lot more energetic on stage (Jumping on amps and doing the Alligator). I think the guitar player was Jerry Tagel from Houston, Tx. I don't remember who else was in the Rouges, but I do remember that they were a great band."
• LOS BEATNIX - (Contributed by Steve Wisnoski) SW writes: "I didn't notice a band entry for "Los Beatnix", an amalgamation of eclectic sonic improv, the core band, I think, was Kurt Otto, David Katacolos, Tommy Miller, Gene Fetchey, Rob Abernathy, usually about 8-10 players. I was grateful to be included in some of these drug crazed inspired mantras that would drone on for hours on end. Objective...TOTAL CHAOS. The gathering was usually in someones garage and never performed live to my knowledge. It went on for years in the early 70's."
• LOS # 2 / 3 DINNERS - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by Randy Galliher) Randy writes: "Do you remember the 'Number 2 Dinners'? I remember seeing them downtown on south St Mary's Street in the King William area. They did a great 'Mustang Sally'." (Contributed by Martin Medina) MM writes: "I saw these guys a million times. I jumped on stage at the Friendly Spot on S. Alamo in the King William to sing background vocals and play tambourine on "Satisfaction"! The SAPD finally shut the whole thing down because of noise complaints, Rock And Roll! They still play the SA area - You can download some of their music like Quero un Camaro and South Presa Man on MP3.com." (Contributed by Rudy Sanchez) RS writes: "First of all, this is a great site and brings back many wonderful moments of the good life in the Alamo Town. You have put a lot of work into it and I thank you. I'm Rudy Sanchez, one of the Dinners. Dinners are in their 25th year of doing what we do. The band started out on Halloween night 1979 as Los #2 Dinners. By November that year, we were at the Friendly Spot. The members were: Eric Friendland, who wrote those great SA songs on vocals and guitar, Frank Karpinsky on lead, Don Evans on drums and vocals, Bart Nichols on bass, Norman Avila on vocals and percussions, for a short time, George Horner on vocals and myself on guitar and vocals. Joe Puglese produced our first couple of 45s with Marius Perron at the controls. This was pretty much the line up though the 80s into the early 90s. In the early 90s, the band was played out. Eric, Joe and Bart formed the Pralines playing acoustic blues. Joe Short joined the group on guitar, harmonica and vocals. With Jake Perales on drums, the Pralines began playing electric blues. As they gain popularity, people began requesting #2 Dinners songs. The Pralines became Los #3 Dinners and shifted from straight blues to playing more SA Rock. Don and Norman formed the successful art music group, Batteries Not Included which featured Joe Puglese on keyboards. By the way, last I heard Joe Puglisi was the sound guy for the Dixie Chicks. Don and Norman continue making experimental music in El Even. I was in a few bands in Austin where I lived until I moved back to SA in '98. I then joined Los #3 Dinners sharing bass duties with Bart (he's also in The Swindles) and vocals. In 2003, we're still playing in the Alamo Town. For Dinner Dates check out our web site: http://www.number3dinners.com. Please come and see us sometime. Right now we're having a computer geek upgrading our web site. It will have photos, videos and recordings that can be downloaded. Since we don't care about being rich and famous; I think we're going to have all of our recordings on the site. So anyone who wants to, can download our CDs free. To us this is Rock and Roll. There are some videos on the current site if you want to check them out. Thanks again for the wonderful job you've done. Hail rock and roll."
• LOTIONS - ML writes: I remember these guys as being a hot outfit. I think they were based out of Austin but played the SA area on a regular basis and had a large following around the early 80's'. I remember a very original song list consisting of a strong reggie / funk beat. Great band. (Contributed by Bobby Stalbird) BS writes: "The Lotions, a reggae band out of Austin. Alan (Mo) Montserrat played bass and vocals and wrote some of their stuff. He actually was an Army brat from San Antonio and led several bands here. When the Argyles were playing TAG at Fort Sam Houston, Alan led a band called Alan and the Uncalled Four that also played there. Great name. I remember Bert Frick (drums) and Pat Dunn (guitar), but I don't remember who the the other member was. Another incarnation was King Smut with the same three members mentioned above with also Dick Bolen on guitar.
• LORD AUGUST AND THE VISIONS OF LIGHT - ( Contributed by Chris Holzhaus ) BAND MEMBERS: Augie Meyers - vox organ/keys/leader / Harvey Kagan - bass/vocals / Danny Segovia - lead vocals / Publio Casias - guitar/vocals / Pineapple Marconie - drums/vocals. House band at the Pussy Cat club 68/69, (old Granada ballroom) downtown San Antonio...played 6 nights a week at this light show hot spot!The band had a great regional hit titled "I'm just a gigolo". (Contributed by Publio Casillas) PC writes: "I was playing guitar at the Pussycat Club with Lord August and the Visions of Light and I think that we went to the concert, at which Jimi Hendrix played. As I remember, we went back to the club. I happened to be talking on the phone at one of the public phones, when someone asked me for change for the cigarette machine. It was Jimi. I recognized him and so we talked for a while. He turned out to be one of the nicest people I've ever met. He was very friendly and polite, and I never forgot that. I remember , he commented on our band and was very complimentary. I don't know if anyone remembers me, but my name is Publio, and I played with Augie Meyers during most of the time that club was in existence."
• MIKE LORD TRIO - ( Contributed by Joe McDuffie ) Joe writes: "How about the Mike Lord Trio out at the Conestoga?" (Contributed by Mike Lord) MLord writes: "Thanks to you, Joe McDuffie, and Bobby Flores for remembering the Conestoga Club and the "Good Old Days". I am happy to say that the original Mike Lord Trio featuring Chuck Robinson on Bass Guitar, Wendell O'Neal on Lead Guitar and, yours truly, Mike Lord are still alive and kickin'. We still talk by telephone and fondly remember the good times at the Conestoga Club. We were there every Friday and Saturday for fifteen years and about much of that time the crowds were at SRO capacity. By the way, about eleven years ago, Chuck, Wendell and I re-united in the studio to reprise many of our old standard "tunes" from the period and had them mastered to cassette. They are still available if there is any interest and I may be contacted by e-mail. Thanks again and keep up the good work." (Added by Mike Lord) ML writes: "The Mike Lord 3 is BACK and ready to go after 20 years of retirement. Chuck Robinson on bass and vocals. Bill Beeson on lead guitar
  Mike Lord on drums and vocals. You have always had a great and informative web site.....KEEP IT UP!!!! If you have a chance to visit my spot on the web, I'd be delighted for some feedback."
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• MADHOUSE - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by Monica Pape Cox ) BAND MEMBERS: Naomi-lead voc / Michael Lopez-Guitar / Jimmy Neutze-drums /Clark Findley- keyboards / Bill Butler-bass. Monica writes: "I would never have remembered any of this, but I still have the E.P. they put out. I think most of the members were from Uvalde. Last I heard, Michael and Naoni moved back to his hometown of Chicago & got married." (Contributed by Ernest Cruz) EC writes: "Naomi formerly of Madhouse is still performing here in San Antonio. She is fronting a band called 8 Ball and she is still belting out tunes." (Contributed by Plexiglass) P writes: "A band I really used to enjoy was Madhouse, who used to play at Cooter Browns. They played really good stuff, dressed real cool, and they sounded so good! Guess the days of live bands who played that kind of music are a thing of the past (a different era)!" (Contributed by Naomi) N writes: "Well, Jimmy Nuetze the drummer is still in Uvalde and has 5 or 6 kids. Not sure, lost count. He started playing again and doing some gig in Uvalde, country I think. Clark Findley - keyboardist is in Dallas and works in a studio of course. Bill Butler lives in Texas. Thank you again for remembering the accomplishments. The 80s were the best times for musicians. Still to this day playing those songs."
• MAD SALAD - (Contributed by Sherry Steward) SS writes: "I came across a pic of a band called Mad Salad ( where do they come up with these names?). They played at the Cactus Club (in Houston), but don't know anything else."
• MAN MOUNTAIN AND THE GREEN SLIME BOYS - BAND MEMBERS: Ron Rose -guitar,voc / David Hill -guitar,voc / Jimmy Rose - drums / Jimmy Fuller - guitar / Don Cass - ? / . (Contributed by Roger Johnson) Roger writes: "Man Mountain and the Green Slime Boys- the first time I saw them was at the old Scotchman's Club on San Pedro ca. 1973. Ron Rose had started the band about a year earlier. He and I were classmates (Lee, 1971) and also took RTF classes together at SAC in 71 and 72. The original lineup included a guy who went by the name "Preacher" and a big bass player named Duffy. This is just about the time they released their single about the Chicken Ranch on Armadillo Records. Ron could probably help you with some of the names of other members I am forgetting." (Contributed by Bill Lieber) "Now let's see if I can scrape the cob webs away and remember who was in Man Mountain back in '75. I think the keyboardist was Bobby O'Neil. Bass Guitarist was Joe Sarley. The steel player was Tommy Nowles. Bobby is still playing with Secret Circus with Phil Arroyo. Tommy played steel on the demo that Rick Yaney and I put together a few years back at Studio M (Mike Morales' studio). I think Tommy still subs for Denny Mathis at Fiesta Texas once in a while." (Contributed by Ron Rose) Ron writes: "Joker Moon grew up out of the breakup of the original Man Mountain & the Green Slime Boys , which consisted of me, Don Cass, David Hill, Jimmy Fuller and Jimmy Rose (no relation). Kinky Friedman was quoted at the time as saying "That band has one of the best names going!" After the split in June of '73, David, Jimmy and Jimmy formed a short lived group with Chris Holzhaus, then settled in with Don Earl Harding (now deceased), Will Belamy, Merilee Webber and Mike Marchel to form the first incarnation of Joker Moon. At the same time, Don Cass and I moved to Austin to regroup "the Slime". While I got to play with some talented musicians and had some fun, it was very difficult to establish anything cohesive. In the mid 70's, there were 10 bars and 10,000 bands, pay was pitiful with only a few exceptions and all the "side men" were just biding time until they got the big call. I lost two players to Michael Murphy's tour of 73/74, picked up players from the Jerry Jeff Walker band when he came off the road and after six months I moved back to S.A. to regroup, personally and professionally."
• MANIA - (Contributed by Geoff Lupton) updated info coming soon.
• MANTICORE - (Contributed by Ed Dorman) ED writes: "I graduated from Lee in '74 and played guitar/sang in a band called Manticore. We didn't gig much. Drummer was an Alamo Heights guy. The other Manticore guitar and bass guys were Lee grads. And we had a stand up singer that was about 12 years older than the rest of us that was a pretty good Jagger-style showman. We played at the Rogue Pub on San Pedro and about half a dozen private parties. I remember playing one Battle of the Bands at the Teen Canteen. I think Hieronymous might of played that and maybe one of your bands. Must have been spring 1974. It has been a real kick finding your website. All those old names ...." (Added by Ed Dorman) ED writes: "Other Manticore personnel: Guitarist from Lee - Kenny Kaufman. Bassist from Lee - Kris Klemcke. Singer - Rodger Chambers. Drummer from Alamo Heights - Jeff Sugarman."
• MARAUDER - (Contributed by Steve Denney) SD writes: "('81-'82) Steve Denney (guitar / vocals), Robert Martinez (guitar / vocals), John Hagerty (keys / vocals), Ron McKenzie (bass / vocals), and Chris Salazar (drums / vocals). Rock quintet that mixed originals with covers (Skynyrd, REO Speedwagon, UFO). Played lots of gigs at the Jagged Sky on Austin Hwy, the Rock & Roll Connection on Commercial St., and lots of other dingy little rock dives. Did a five-city mini-tour with a metal band called Force - if anyone ever runs into promoter Jeff Stief, he still owes me $250 and I'm still pissed about it. (Not Force's fault; they were nice guys and I think they got ripped off too. :-)"
• MARS HILL - Dallas Band - See Photo HERE - ML writes: Awesome current band out of DFW. I have recently caught this act several times and always had a good time. Music is primarily top 40-ish but with heavy leanings toward jazz and funk at its core. Lots of original tunes thrown in as well. Really great band made up of local veteran musicians most of whom have separate musical careers when not playing as this group. Jennifer Perryman has one of the best vocals in the area and is a stunning beauty as well. Dave Barnett on guitar has been in a long line of successful area bands. On bass is Peter Champagne. The other members appear to be on a rotating basis depending on who is available and all have been top notch players. I suppose the basic story is that the members are all studio musicians and most are graduates of North Texas which is a top music college in the country. A great local act to catch if you are in the DFW area. One of my favourites for sure. Visit the website at: http://www.marshillband.com/
• MAX - Marius Perron - keys,voc,tape machines / Laurent Perron - drums,voc / Michael Morales - guitar,voc. (Contributed by Keith Holt) KH writes: "I recall that Stardust and The Max would combine periodically as "Starmax". I know I saw both bands on the same stage at least twice out at Cooter Browns. The combo of Beth's voice and Michael Morales' guitar licks was awesome."
• THE MAX - ML writes: A current day working verison of this SA based band who frequently plays the DFW area and around Texas. Full review coming soon ... Stay tuned.
• MAXXINE GAS - ( Contributed by Dickie Tafolla ) BAND MEMBERS: DT writes: "I was in a small band called Maxxine Gas that was devoted to originals. We played at Midnight Special and Players alot.
• DARRELL MCCALL - (Contributed by Bobby Flores) BF writes: "I thought I saw Darrell McCall on your site and he's another one that is a local legend and is still billed as a name headliner in many of the dance halls around Texas. His band was called the Tennessee Volunteers and was incredible. Back in it's peak it featured Larry Roberson on drums, Larry Patton on bass, Johnny Gross on guitar, Dicky Overbey on steel and Hank Singer on Fiddle."
• DELBERT McCLINTON - See Photo HERE - (Contributed by Chris Holzhaus) Chris writes: "Village Inn was the first place & time in San Antonio he played. The Village Inn was owned by Johnny Goode and Craig Sawtell. In 1975,i went out there to see one of my heroes, Delbert McClinton play. During Delberts first break, I wandered up to the side of the stage, to see if I could meet him. He was pissed off at the time that one of his guitar players didn't show up for the gig. He asked me if I would like to sit in with him, well, I always had my ax in the trunk of my car. I jumped at the chance to play with him. At the end of the next set he said, don't leave, finish the night and he handed me 50 bucks. Well, the next set was a fuckin killer, the crowd went nuts. After the show was over, he asked me if I had a gig, I told him I was looking for a way to remove myself from San Antonio. He said 'well,if you can handle Ft.Worth, you have a gig with me NOW!' I agreed and stayed with him off and on till the band moved to Nashville in 93. 2 trips to Europe, 39 states and more than a million miles on the road - was fuckin the best time of my life!"
• MCRAE AND THE INVICTAS - (Contributed by John Fonte) JWFonte writes: "Paul (McRae) Frizzel (owner of Crazy Darrels on Fred Road) and Augie Fingar (keyboards extroidinaire)..were part of my fist rock and roll band HOPE. Way back (as MacRae and the Invictas) when touring meant eating they had a nasty car wreck and Augie experienced death and it turned him into a spiritualist. He was the first B3 player I ever saw who used the wah-wah better than most guitar players. I will try to find more on this ancient combo. They were the First Wave in San Antonio. These 2 guys, plus Leon Oehlers and I did a concert with SMITH at the Auditorium downtown."
• MEADOW - See Photo HERE - : Phil Moran -bass,voc / Mike Lowell -guitar,voc / Brian Goldberg -drums. (70'-74' Ov