The Tim and Bob Show returned to Patty Lou's for a pre-Christmas gig on Sunday, December 14. As it turned out, it was a pre-winter gig as well. Less than 24 hours after the daytime performance ended. temperatures had dropped more than 40 degrees!
I'm sure it wasn't anything we said!
As usual, Patty Lou's was warm and inviting for us. There were plenty of folks there throughout the time we played, and they were responsive and appreciative. Some of them even took home CDs as really cool Christmas presents. We played most of our holiday material, along with our usual mix of originals and covers. Kathy's version of "Santa Baby" got a good reception, as did our four-parters.
Tim and Bob National Casey showed up for pancakes and tunes. We also made some new friends.
We'll be back to Patty Lou to usher in the New Year, as we have in the past. It's fun to go there; it's like being at home -- except someone else washes the dishes!
Tell us what YOU think!
Oh and you can buy our CD by clicking HERE
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Tim and Bob Invade Atascosa County!!!!!!!!!
Okay, that might be hyperbole, but on Sunday, December 7th, we did celebrate Kathy's birthday by performing our first ever gig south of San Antonio, at Drive Bar and Grill. This new establishment is part of the Yards complex on Route 16 about four miles south of Rte 1604 on the way to Poteet.
Darin and Ashley were our hosts, although Darin felt a bit under the weather and left it all to his able sister. Drive is a great location and features good service and exceptional food. I had the penne and sausage special, Mary Lou had the black bean lasagna recommended to her by our friend Dana, Steve had the pulled pork sandwich, while Kathy's birthday treat was the asiago chicken. Great stuff.
We set up inside and prepared to play for what turned out to be a small but very enthusiastic crowd. The highlight for all of us was when Kathy sang "Crazy." As we have done on occasion, Mary Lou and I celebrated our absence from the bandstand by dancing together. This time we were joined by some patrons. Fun stuff.
By the end of the evening, we had made some new friends, and had what we all agreed was one of our most fun gigs in recent memory.
After reading all this, I'll bet you're sorry you weren't there. Don't worry, I get the feeling that The Tim and Bob Show will be returning to Drive in the new year. Look for us when we do. You'll enjoy the friendliness, the comfort, the great food and service and, of course, the music!
Tell us what YOU think!
Oh and you can buy our CD by clicking HERE
Darin and Ashley were our hosts, although Darin felt a bit under the weather and left it all to his able sister. Drive is a great location and features good service and exceptional food. I had the penne and sausage special, Mary Lou had the black bean lasagna recommended to her by our friend Dana, Steve had the pulled pork sandwich, while Kathy's birthday treat was the asiago chicken. Great stuff.
We set up inside and prepared to play for what turned out to be a small but very enthusiastic crowd. The highlight for all of us was when Kathy sang "Crazy." As we have done on occasion, Mary Lou and I celebrated our absence from the bandstand by dancing together. This time we were joined by some patrons. Fun stuff.
By the end of the evening, we had made some new friends, and had what we all agreed was one of our most fun gigs in recent memory.
After reading all this, I'll bet you're sorry you weren't there. Don't worry, I get the feeling that The Tim and Bob Show will be returning to Drive in the new year. Look for us when we do. You'll enjoy the friendliness, the comfort, the great food and service and, of course, the music!
Tell us what YOU think!
Oh and you can buy our CD by clicking HERE
Sunday, November 30, 2008
One Day -- TWO Gigs!
Wow! What a great way to round out a Thanksgiving weekend. Steve and Kathy got back from New Jersey Friday evening, we had a quick practice, a good meal, and made plans for Saturday.
On Saturday morning we met with our Official Band Photographer, Casey, and carpooled to downtown San Antonio to play at the Houston Street Fair. Our gig was at 1 o'clock. We set up in Alamo Plaza with the North Wall of the Alamo at our backs. We played a combination of Christmas music and songs from our CD. The crowd was friendly, and Rudy, the chief organizer, asked us back, so we must have done well. We even sold a couple of CDs, and met some new friends, Greg and Lupe. Oh, and thanks to Dana of The Lewis and Clark Expedition for dropping our name in Rudy's ear.
After a quiet afternoon that featured a nap or two, we were off to our evening gig. We were returning to WineStyles in Stone Oak, for the second of what we hope will become regular "last Saturday" gigs. The breeze that kept us cool in the afternoon, was chilling everyone by evening, so we set up inside this wonderful emporium. We featured our entire Christmas repertoire, which has grown from four to 13 songs since last year, and -- of course -- we played and sang the songs that our fans have come to enjoy so much. Tim and Bob Nationals Leigh-Anne, Beth and Matt were there along with Loretta, Toni and Malcolm, and Twyla and John. All in all, a tiring but wonderful day.
Tell us what YOU think!
Oh and you can buy our CD by clicking HERE
On Saturday morning we met with our Official Band Photographer, Casey, and carpooled to downtown San Antonio to play at the Houston Street Fair. Our gig was at 1 o'clock. We set up in Alamo Plaza with the North Wall of the Alamo at our backs. We played a combination of Christmas music and songs from our CD. The crowd was friendly, and Rudy, the chief organizer, asked us back, so we must have done well. We even sold a couple of CDs, and met some new friends, Greg and Lupe. Oh, and thanks to Dana of The Lewis and Clark Expedition for dropping our name in Rudy's ear.
After a quiet afternoon that featured a nap or two, we were off to our evening gig. We were returning to WineStyles in Stone Oak, for the second of what we hope will become regular "last Saturday" gigs. The breeze that kept us cool in the afternoon, was chilling everyone by evening, so we set up inside this wonderful emporium. We featured our entire Christmas repertoire, which has grown from four to 13 songs since last year, and -- of course -- we played and sang the songs that our fans have come to enjoy so much. Tim and Bob Nationals Leigh-Anne, Beth and Matt were there along with Loretta, Toni and Malcolm, and Twyla and John. All in all, a tiring but wonderful day.
Tell us what YOU think!
Oh and you can buy our CD by clicking HERE
Monday, November 17, 2008
Of Lightshows, Birthdays, and Loss
This was an up-and-down weekend for The Tim and Bob Show. On November 14, we had a rare Friday night gig at Fralo’s Art of Pizza in Leon Springs. It’s always fun playing this outdoor venue. Patrons are seated in the patio sheltered by beautiful Live Oak trees. We were pleased that the cold weather wasn’t going to arrive until later that evening after the cold front had blown through. What we WEREN’T prepared for was the effect of that front arriving.
Even before the gig had begun we had some concerns about the wind. After we had completed our sound check and before our first song, a huge gust blew over my music and mike stands. We were playing our 2nd or 3rd song when one of our speakers blew over. Luckily, the speaker fell against a plastic chair. Also luckily, Matt and Bethany, and Sandy and his family were there to rush to help put the speaker upright. Most lucky was the fact that nobody was in its path. We lowered the height of both speakers and soldiered on. And, at time, it did seem like war. Every time a vehicle drove into or out of the dirt parking lot, we were pelted by dust and grit. But the patrons were enjoying the pizza and the music, so we kept playing.
Midway through the second set came the light show. The buffeting winds must have dislodged a power-line on the other side of the freeway and, when that line collided with another “live-wire,” we were all treated to a huge blast of thunder and light. There was only a momentary interruption in our playing, though, and we carried on. This happened two more times over the course of about 30 minutes until the management came out an informed us that a dish-washer had just received an electric shock. We were advised to shut down and we did.
Not so many dancing children as we would have liked, but still plenty of attention from the very generous patrons that Fralo’s attracts. In addition to Tim and Bobber’s Matt and Bethany, Sandy, Bobbie, and Katie weathered [literally] the storm. Our new friend, Dick, also dropped by. As we loaded up our dirt-encrusted gear, Steve and I were able to console ourselves that we had finally experienced a pyrotechnic lightshow similar to those enjoyed in the 1970s by many of the bands we cover.
On Sunday, we returned to Patty Lou’s to play at our other “good luck” establishment. We played there on New Years Day 2007 and 2008, and both years were filled with good fortune for the band. I was a little stunned to realize that we hadn’t played there since January, but everyone there was glad to see us. Patty Lou is a special friend to the band, and a friend to live music in San Antonio. We couldn’t wait to get going.
We’d cut out a lot of our raucous stuff – since it was Sunday brunch and indoors – but Steve and I managed to do some jamming and improvising in the key of E on 3 separate occasions. Very self-indulgent, that’s true, but very enjoyable none-the-less.
Casey showed up, as well as Wendy and her friend, and we made a new friend in Mabel. We also had a fantastic brunch, and were treated to some “home made” cake courtesy of the good Patty Lou herself. Why? Because it was somebody’s birthday. Okay, so it was MY birthday. I’m now 62, and still playing rock ‘n roll. We can’t wait to get back to Patty Lou’s. What a wonderful place to spend a Sunday.
Finally, there’s some somber news related to this past weekend. On Saturday evening, we learned that Sam Emerson had passed away at Methodist Hospital here in San Antonio. Sam packed a tremendous amount of love and living into his 24 years. He’s been special to all of us as part of the Young Adult Group that Steve and I facilitate in church, and his mom, Karen, authored and played the beautiful flute solo on our song “It Ends, It Begins.” Sam’s presence and his amazingly therapeutic hugs have been a source of strength, comfort, and love to each of us in the band. He’ll be missed, but he’ll be inside of us forever.
Even before the gig had begun we had some concerns about the wind. After we had completed our sound check and before our first song, a huge gust blew over my music and mike stands. We were playing our 2nd or 3rd song when one of our speakers blew over. Luckily, the speaker fell against a plastic chair. Also luckily, Matt and Bethany, and Sandy and his family were there to rush to help put the speaker upright. Most lucky was the fact that nobody was in its path. We lowered the height of both speakers and soldiered on. And, at time, it did seem like war. Every time a vehicle drove into or out of the dirt parking lot, we were pelted by dust and grit. But the patrons were enjoying the pizza and the music, so we kept playing.
Midway through the second set came the light show. The buffeting winds must have dislodged a power-line on the other side of the freeway and, when that line collided with another “live-wire,” we were all treated to a huge blast of thunder and light. There was only a momentary interruption in our playing, though, and we carried on. This happened two more times over the course of about 30 minutes until the management came out an informed us that a dish-washer had just received an electric shock. We were advised to shut down and we did.
Not so many dancing children as we would have liked, but still plenty of attention from the very generous patrons that Fralo’s attracts. In addition to Tim and Bobber’s Matt and Bethany, Sandy, Bobbie, and Katie weathered [literally] the storm. Our new friend, Dick, also dropped by. As we loaded up our dirt-encrusted gear, Steve and I were able to console ourselves that we had finally experienced a pyrotechnic lightshow similar to those enjoyed in the 1970s by many of the bands we cover.
On Sunday, we returned to Patty Lou’s to play at our other “good luck” establishment. We played there on New Years Day 2007 and 2008, and both years were filled with good fortune for the band. I was a little stunned to realize that we hadn’t played there since January, but everyone there was glad to see us. Patty Lou is a special friend to the band, and a friend to live music in San Antonio. We couldn’t wait to get going.
We’d cut out a lot of our raucous stuff – since it was Sunday brunch and indoors – but Steve and I managed to do some jamming and improvising in the key of E on 3 separate occasions. Very self-indulgent, that’s true, but very enjoyable none-the-less.
Casey showed up, as well as Wendy and her friend, and we made a new friend in Mabel. We also had a fantastic brunch, and were treated to some “home made” cake courtesy of the good Patty Lou herself. Why? Because it was somebody’s birthday. Okay, so it was MY birthday. I’m now 62, and still playing rock ‘n roll. We can’t wait to get back to Patty Lou’s. What a wonderful place to spend a Sunday.
Finally, there’s some somber news related to this past weekend. On Saturday evening, we learned that Sam Emerson had passed away at Methodist Hospital here in San Antonio. Sam packed a tremendous amount of love and living into his 24 years. He’s been special to all of us as part of the Young Adult Group that Steve and I facilitate in church, and his mom, Karen, authored and played the beautiful flute solo on our song “It Ends, It Begins.” Sam’s presence and his amazingly therapeutic hugs have been a source of strength, comfort, and love to each of us in the band. He’ll be missed, but he’ll be inside of us forever.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Orderup, Where the Party Never Ends
What is it about Orderup? I mean, we know they have great food. We know they have great wait-staff. But why does it almost always seem like a party when we play there? We don’t know, but we’re not complaining.
Friday, November 7 marked our return to San Antonio’s favorite taco/hamburger/pizza place. We’re regulars there now, and we have many fans who wait for our arrival to come out and see us. This was certainly the case on Friday when Tim and Bob Nationals Pam, June, and Bill returned to their favorite Tim and Bob venue. Once again, we had a good mixture of ages, from small children to my age (!). The common bond throughout was a desire to have good food and good fun. We think we delivered. Thanks to our new friends, Diana, Heather, and Steve for making it a night to remember for us.
We couldn’t stop talking about how much fun we had as the four of us retired to our house for some wine, cheese, and conversation. It really IS good to be in a rock ‘n roll band!
Tell us what YOU think!
Friday, November 7 marked our return to San Antonio’s favorite taco/hamburger/pizza place. We’re regulars there now, and we have many fans who wait for our arrival to come out and see us. This was certainly the case on Friday when Tim and Bob Nationals Pam, June, and Bill returned to their favorite Tim and Bob venue. Once again, we had a good mixture of ages, from small children to my age (!). The common bond throughout was a desire to have good food and good fun. We think we delivered. Thanks to our new friends, Diana, Heather, and Steve for making it a night to remember for us.
We couldn’t stop talking about how much fun we had as the four of us retired to our house for some wine, cheese, and conversation. It really IS good to be in a rock ‘n roll band!
Tell us what YOU think!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
No Trick; All Treat
The Tim and Bob Show celebrated Halloween by hanging out under the sheltering oak trees at Beto’s Comida Latina. It was our second gig there during the month of October. We had just found out that we were selected the Texas Music Coalition’s Artist of the Year for 2008, so we were all pretty upbeat. At Kathy’s suggestion, we went in costume – each of us was an “m” – and we showed how “in character” we were by playing sweet music all evening.
Veteran Tim and Bob Nationals Beth, Matt, Patricia, Joe, and Ellen were there to help us celebrate, and we responded with three hours of frighteningly good music, including an extra-scary version of “Monster Mash.” Before we knew it the evening had slipped by, as has the busiest month ever in the 3+ year history of The Tim and Bob Show. In 2008 we were voted San Antonio’s best cover band by the readers of the San Antonio Current, we recorded and released our new CD Take It Outside, and now this recognition from the Texas Music Coalition. We are thrilled and more than a bit stunned by these events – and there’s still two more months until 2009!
What could possibly happen next?
Tell us what YOU think!
Veteran Tim and Bob Nationals Beth, Matt, Patricia, Joe, and Ellen were there to help us celebrate, and we responded with three hours of frighteningly good music, including an extra-scary version of “Monster Mash.” Before we knew it the evening had slipped by, as has the busiest month ever in the 3+ year history of The Tim and Bob Show. In 2008 we were voted San Antonio’s best cover band by the readers of the San Antonio Current, we recorded and released our new CD Take It Outside, and now this recognition from the Texas Music Coalition. We are thrilled and more than a bit stunned by these events – and there’s still two more months until 2009!
What could possibly happen next?
Tell us what YOU think!
Monday, October 27, 2008
The Hits Just Keep On Coming
So, how do The Tim and Bob Show follow our CD release party? How does the week that follows NOT be an emotional or professional letdown? I don't know, but somehow, the week after the debut of Take It Outside was even more eventful than the week of. How is this possible? Don't ask us; we're just hanging on.
On Thursday we got a call from Patrice at The Texas Music Coalition letting us know that we had been selected as the Coalition's "Artist of the Year" for 2008. To say we were stunned was putting it mildly. We're proud members of the organization, and even put their logo on our new CD, but we certainly didn't expect this. Having said that, we're NOT demanding a recount. We weren't able to collect the award in person, though, and we'll get to why in a bit.
On Friday we returned to Orderup at the Colonnade for our monthly gig there. It was a fun night, and it was great to play without the pressure of getting ready for CD release day. Casey and Roberta were the representatives of Tim and Bob Nation attending, and we made some new friends as well.
Saturday? Well, we couldn't attend the TMC awards function Saturday night because we were having our first gig at WineStyles at Stone Oak. The owners, Jerry and Jean, like to provide live music on the patio outside their beautiful wine emporium. We played from 7:45 until 10:15 there for their customers, as well as for customers of the nearby Italian restaurant and assorted passers-by. The evening was lovely and the audience was great. Tim and Bob Nationals Beth and Matt showed up, as well as the Offutt's who we hadn't seen in quite a long time. They hung out until the bitter end and bought our new CD before they left. At the finish, Steve and I were so hyped, that we jammed for a few minutes just for our own satisfaction. At some point, Steve invited Matt to borrow his guitar and take a few choruses. Great stuff, and I bet we have some pictures (click here) of the event to prove it.
We're looking forward to returning to both these establishments next month, and for many months to come. We're also looking forward to collecting our award. Once we do, we'll have some pictures of that as well.
After the events of the last two weeks, what could possibly be next for The Tim and Bob Show? I don't know, but when it happens, you'll be able to read about it here.
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