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Rod f G

Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2002 - 01:09 pm:

Hi All! Check out that Fratetrain link! Looks like a big surprise in the making. Still a lot of construction, but will be nice once up. Cool!

What's with VOCR on May 11th? Was hopeing PTB and Derringer would be in Holland!

Rod from Germany

Steve

Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2002 - 01:04 pm:

Back in November the only thing left to do was the new album artwork according to Ginbel can we expect a release shortly?

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2002 - 11:48 am:

hmm...didn't play Ice Queen, eh? Must've forgot.

man...I don't know how he (they) do it?!?!?

I am a musician, and as cool as that song list is, I would've gone out of my skull a long, long time ago playing that same set over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and....

We, the faithful, deserve more! (stated humbly)
Yet, we the faithful remain grateful that the MASTER is still touring AT ALL!!

Mark Tuttle

Posted on Monday, March 04, 2002 - 07:22 pm:

Last night(3/3/02) Pat, Rick and Eric Rocked-Out in Springfield, IL. Thanks for the great show guys.
Here was their set list:
HOOKED ON MUSIC, LIFE IN LONDON, JUST ENOUGH MONEY, THE PAIN, ELIJAH, STEVIE, Rick solo, Medley(MAKIN' MAGIC, ROCK 'N ROLL SUSIE, GETTIN' BETTA, I LA LA LA LOVE YOU), WHIPPING POST, SNORTIN' WHISKEY, Eric solo, BOOM BOOM (OUT GO THE LIGHTS)
encore: Pat solo, BORN UNDER A BAD SIGN.

Thanks again,
Mark Tuttle

MisterScary

Posted on Monday, March 04, 2002 - 06:51 am:

Is this thing on?

Okay, I want the last 15 minutes of my life back. That's how long I've been trying to post a f%@king picture here.

So instead of a cool picture with a hyperlink, here's the plain-jane hyperlink.

http://www.fratetrain.com

P.S. php smokes this board format.

mlodmkr

Posted on Sunday, March 03, 2002 - 10:18 pm:

hey all..is there any chance of a show close to east tn soon...im going into pt's..

50MkII

Posted on Sunday, March 03, 2002 - 10:25 am:

Hey Stratmagoo - alright you convinced me...I have been doing some thinking and I'll keep the cab for now. I originally made a pact with myself to sell the black one as the most recent one matches my other 1974 cab except(figuring three is too much. I hope the floor doesn't cave!LOL I knew I could run it stereo with my rack gear- should be unreal when programmed). Did I mention this already? The recent one is quite rare with 30wt Celestions! I am going to first attempt the double delay and ADA post-amp then, if need be, try a Motion Sound unit (they have a couple guitar appropriate units- this is getting a little costly). The later I have to conceptualize how I would run it. Until then, my room is very busy. BTW, the last time I saw Trower he was using the same cabinets he used the previous time I saw him that he told me had 30watters in them - white tolex and a brown hue to the grille cloth.

Mark Tuttle

Posted on Sunday, March 03, 2002 - 03:42 am:

Going to see PT tonight(3/3/02) at On Broadway in Springfield, IL. Hope the boys have a safe journey to and from Indy and back. I will post the set list a.s.a.p. If your thinking about the trip to Springfield, the weather is not too bad.
Come on over, down, or whatever and see Pat tonight. It is always worth it !! Keep Rockin'.

PT Stalker

KiM

Posted on Saturday, March 02, 2002 - 05:41 am:

Good Morning all Hammerheads, Kim here. Whats up in PT land? Oh yes Mr. Stratmagoo I of course caught Vai with Nelly and LOVED IT, there isn't ANYTHING that VAI does that I don't love!!!. Very crisp, soft and Nellys voice is awesome. He will be releasing a DVD very soon, that will be killer. Got the chance to watch some of the new Joe Satriani DVD the other day, it is awesome!!! Aren't DVDs the best? ok Back to our wonderful PT, I was the same way with "Don't feed the Alligators" at first, had to play it alot and then it clicked in. Now I love it, esp. Spanish Moon, I love you more than you'll ever know and Don't change Horses. Wew!! and anything with Robin Zander you know is going to be excellent. That man has a wonderful voice. Hope my babbling finds everyone happy and healthy!!Rock on all, and jam the PT until your ears ring!!!!

Have a great Saturday and remember if your gonna drink, get drunk!!!Then crawl home or cab it. Life is good.

Strat 3-Finger Magoo

Posted on Friday, March 01, 2002 - 11:10 pm:

Hey 50MKII...here's another thought...keep that 3rd cab and run the other two in stereo. Then run a Leslie (or simulator) through the 3rd cab? Sound similar to somebody else's setup??? Or use it as your personal side fill monitor...Just don't sell it. You'll end up regretting it, you know you will!

Strat 3-Finger Magoo

Posted on Friday, March 01, 2002 - 11:04 pm:

Howdy to ya 50MKII...Sorry to see you part with the Marshall cab. It's always a loss when you part with gear. I've been down that road before, only to replace the very same gear I sold a few years earlier! Can't help you on the speaker glue...might wanna try Bazooka Joe Bubble Gum...After it dries it's as durable as duct tape and twice as tasty!!! Maybe drop an inquiry email to Celestion speakers?

Where's "Brianmaybe"? And Beseau, I know how you love cover tunes...Have either of you heard the latest Queen Tribute release called "Stone Cold Queen"? Try this on for size...Robin Zander and Steve Stevens doing "Stone Cold Crazy"...Glenn Hughes and Pat Thrall doing "Killer Queen"...Kip Winger and Steve Lukather doing "I'm In Love With My Car"...Geoff Tate doing "Need Somebody To Love"...Jack Blades and Jake E. Lee doing "Fight From The Inside"...Check it out! Sorry...No appearances by Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert or Buckethead.....But still a great tribute CD....It's on Triage Records licensed under Shrapnel/Blues Bureau Records.

Hey Hooked On PT and Specksmagoo (My long lost cousin???). Maybe the deal with "Feeding Alligators" is the production? It just doesn't SOUND like a typical PT release. Play it alongside a Polydor PT release and you'll see what I mean. I think for this release Pat focused on playing some of HIS OWN favorite songs and THAT was the deciding factor (or contractual obligations?)...Not to rock out with his c@*k out, but to play songs he personally enjoys. If you listen to it on those terms it's a little more digestible...I like it for what it is, but it's certainly not my own personable favorite. For me, gimme the "Go For What You Know" or "Putting It Straight" or "Radio Active" releases...I also think the "live" tracks on the end of "Best Of The Blues Plus Live!" abso-friggin'-lutely smoke, and are greatly underrated...."On, Dog!" as PT sez...

And as always...PTB is King!

50MkII

Posted on Friday, March 01, 2002 - 09:55 pm:

Alright PT gearheads and guitarists - While I'm having a hard time letting go of this thought or succuming to this realization, I am going to be selling my Marshall 4x12 25wt cabinet exactly like the one in the background on PT's BBC Live CD (checkered black grille cloth, larger Marshall logo). This is a RARE cabinet, trust me. I recently purchased another original Marshall 4x12 that matches my other one - the two are actually within a year or so apart! Three cabinets is just one too many. This cabinet sounds great! Email me if interested before I put it up on ebay - I'm not going to just let it go though.

Stratmagoo - very well put with that last post - Puttin' It Straight, you could say. Would you know what type of glue is used on the magnet covers to Celestion speakers? One of the covers to my new cab fell off on its way being shipped over from the UK.

Cindy - haven't heard from you for some time. I'll be posting you after I get off here so check your box

Hey, this one is cool Ed...and this one

and

alright, I'm just taking up space here. Keep up the good work Ed!

Richardroxx

Posted on Friday, March 01, 2002 - 07:41 pm:

has anyone heard anything about the voices of classic rock vh1 special yet? like when it might be aired?

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Friday, March 01, 2002 - 10:44 am:

Hey, Specks...that's cool. It's great that Pat tries different things. Like I said, there's a couple of tracks on Alligators I like(Black Friday, the Tull and ZZ covers come to mind), but for the most part, for me understand, it just doesn't capture the essence of Pat. I didn't feel like he "kicked my ass" on that one. Where as on Lookin' up, he kicks it from start to end - just something about that power in Ice Queen that shivers my timbers, ya know?

Every artist knows everything they do is not going to appeal to every fan, but we know he needs to stretch - it only leads to good things in the long run.

And it is those efforts that make us appreciate him all the more and that's what keeps us...

"Hooked On PT"

bill

Specksmagoo

Posted on Friday, March 01, 2002 - 05:48 am:

Well said Hooked. You put my feelings into words here. I have to disagree with you about
"Alligators" though. I really like that disc. "Black Friday", "Spanish Moon", "Freedom", "I Love You More Then You'll Ever Know" are awesome covers. "Lookin Up" is the 2nd most played P.T. disc around my crib.

Andries

Posted on Friday, March 01, 2002 - 02:32 am:

LA blues authority:Hats off to Stevie Ray
Track Listings 1. Cold Shot - Travers, Pat
2. Empty Arms - Spinner, Tony
3. Telephone Song - Erickson, Craig
4. Lenny - Hunter, Steve
5. The Things That I Used to Do - Marino, Frank
6. Pride and Joy - Derringer, Rick
7. Crossfire - Butcher, Jon
8. Tell Me - Russell, Kevin
9. Texas Flood - Medlocke, Ricky
10. Look at Little Sister - West, Leslie
11. Blues for Stevie - [Various]

PTBROXX!!!!

ginbel

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 12:06 pm:

We don't make plans like that. It's really up to Pat. He gives us a little direction, we run with the ball and then he approves it (or not). We are not really set up to provide all of Pat's needs. We are just helping a little where we can. Just trying to keep the dream alive.

Roxy

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 10:46 am:

Ginbel are you producing the next studio or live albums from now on?

Anonymous

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 10:34 am:

Indy was a great show for the guys. Minus a broken string during "The Pain" sound was super and the nearly 1000 in attendance were into the show. Pat seemed very pleased.

As someone mentioned, Tuesday was Elijah's 6th B-Day and Pat had everyone sing Happy Birthday through this cell phone..Good Stuff.

The same set, but he was getting off so much on the crowd and it being Elijah's Birthday, all was rocking.

Talked to Rick afterwards and the live Cd is indeed on hold, since Scrapnel may put it out.
They were also recording the show in Indy.

After the show there were several hundred people in line to meet the guys. It did my heart good to see PT get his just desserts, at least for 1 night anyhow. Let's all pray this will continue.

Bonbowl

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 05:10 am:

Is there anyone here that has the guitar tabs for
Boom Boom Out Go the Lights? Olga and tab planet doesnt have them.Hubby needs them to play this song at his gigs.

Please email to Bonbowl@aol.com in subject line, please put boom boom, so i will open it and not delete it.
thanks,
bonnie

gREG

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 09:40 pm:

Tommy and Mars......and my DIABLO!!!!!!! Whatever.....Eric and Rick RULE!!!!!! These guys aren't a "part" of the music.....they BECOME the music!!! Thats how good they are!! And to think Monica pays for anything??? Please?? THINK 5 grand per show....12-15-shows a month.....God girl, Math is good!!! OH YEAH!!!!!! PTB2002NYE!!!!!!!!!!! gREG

Lindsey

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 06:33 pm:

First Freddy, I am not a slut! I get paid for it and rather handsomely if you know what I mean! Also, why are you reading into what I was trying to express! Case and point...when Kiss did not have the original drummer it was not the same. When Bruce Kulick was playing guitar it was not the same. What I am saying is through all of the personnel changes over the years, it would be refreshing to see Pat play with Tommy or even Nico again with Mars and Jerry. What the hell is wrong with that? Also to slam me just shows that your debating skills are lacking...I am sure there are others on this page who would love to see Tommy, Mars, and Jerry together again for a reunion! Take that in the spirit it was intended. Oh, I charge around 2K for a date!!

Dr. Rock

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 05:44 pm:

A BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO PAT'S SON!(MARCH 5TH.)
FROM DR.ROCK AND HELLO TO ALL YOU P.T. FANS.

OH YES, THE DR. HAS YOUR PERSCRIPTIONS: GO HAVE A GOOD EAR FULL OF ROCK'S NEW ANTHEM "ROCK IS NOT DEAD" @ www.peoplesound.com/artist/eliot
or.www.mypage.bluewin.ch/The-EliotBand/
YOU'LL BE GLAD YOU DID!
AND ONCE AGAIN P.T.- YOU RULE..
Dr. Rock - Switzerland

ginbel

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 01:42 pm:

We have some really great live material that has never really seen the light of day. We are figuring on producing 5 CDs or so. Also we are working on DVDs of live shows.

Roxy

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 12:59 pm:

Ginbel what cds can we expect from you this year?

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 10:16 am:

MisterScary wrote:

Quote:
Sorry Ed, I was a little hot under the collar when I typed that.

Not a problem Bryan.... we all get that way at times and we all understand how it feels.

Tell ya what...when I get my chance with St. Peter I'll see if I can't reconcile those 15 minutes for ya. I can be quite convincing at times.

L8r.

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 10:10 am:

Hey Randal - nobody gets the hook here... must have been those Heinies!

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 09:18 am:

What label is PT currently on?

randal H. wordsmith

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 08:06 am:

Well said, Rich

Hey Ed -- did I get the hook with my message the other day? It was a bit pointed, admittedly. Several Heinies and a jaded faded attitude put a sharp edge on it. Maybe I didn't even send it -- it was late and I was in Seattle, trying to get the note out quick.

Basically, it said

and of course

MisterScary

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 07:43 am:

"Hey very nice site there Fratetrain.com!!! But what ya doin' dissin' this board? It works... But it's also not using all of it's bells and whistles. The image upload feature for example is "turned off" as you have found out. And hey I'm Sorry 'bout those 15 minutes."

Sorry Ed, I was a little hot under the collar when I typed that.

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 06:01 am:

Hi everyone.... Well the ol Gateway 90Mhz Pentium finially decided it preferred retirement to what I was putting it through. It's sad when old friends part....

But the new Gatway will be here within a couple of weeks!!! It's great making new friends!!

Won't be able to do much until the new PC gets here and I get it set up.

E-mails can once again be answered and all promised CD burns can take place as soon as the UPS guy drops off the new PC.

Hey very nice site there Fratetrain.com!!! But what ya doin' dissin' this board? It works... But it's also not using all of it's bells and whistles. The image upload feature for example is "turned off" as you have found out. And hey I'm Sorry 'bout those 15 minutes.

So now for anyone else that might be wanting to upload a picture to this board.... you can't. Plain and simple. Maybe sometime in the future... But right now "No way Jose!" Sorry but all I need here is some Bozo uploading porno or splat pics. Know what I mean?

Take care and see you again when I enter the realm of the GHz

Ed

F. king

Posted on Wednesday, March 06, 2002 - 12:39 am:

Lindsey, you ignorant slut! SNL. I knew that Eric and Rick were playing tonight and because I saw them last year, I couldn't wait to hear and to feel the energy from their show. It's my 8th time seeing Pat and what comes out when they all play is music and art. Open up your mind... They play with respect to the previous players, and add their own flavor. Both times I've seen Eric and Rick play, it's the same reaction from old fans and new ones. It's a great team, period.
They also signed anything that was brought to them. Wow, they're real people too. Can't beat that. Next time you go see them, look at them, they play from the heart.
Great show guys. Come back soon!
Freddy K.

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2002 - 07:55 pm:

Okay, I can shed a little light here ... I think. Pat supports his wife and not the other way around. I think Pat is really busy with the Voices of Classic Rock gig right now. It takes him around the world and I'm sure it pays the bills on a regular basis. However the regular PTB stuff suffers for it. Now don't get me wrong. I love Pat and truly wish him all the best. His shows are right next to heaven!! The band is tight and really could do no better with what they play. That being said... I really dislike what I have heard of the VOCR thing. First off the whole thing seems a little corny to me. You get a bunch of musicians playing each others work when normally they don't. Who cares? I MIGHT go to a show for free just to see Pat and Glenn Hughes. The rest of them... ehhh. Anyway it's my humble opinion that there is nothing wrong and a hell of a lot right with the current band members. Pat should be ( and I'm sure he is) honored to be among such talented nice people. To be honest I don't think his his current status (or the lack there of) as a touring "major" act has anything to do with anything except Pat himself being busy with other stuff. You know it's really not fair for us to judge him. Itis his life. I'm just grateful he is still playing AND touring. Someday (soon I hope) I (and a lot of other freinds and PT family) will wake up to a morning where we here about our favorite rocker gearing up for something new and exciting. We are just jaded. We get Filet Mignon all the time and we complain about not getting fish too. Funny bunch aren't we? Well that's life! Peace out and keep smiling. Rich

Lindsey

Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2002 - 06:48 pm:

That set mentioned a couple posts below is almost identical to the Sonic Fish concert recorded about a year ago...you are right Ginbel..this is hard to figure out. But, I am convinced that sticking to a "canned" setlist is easier and less of a risk than trying to deviate from the norm. But, I am too happy that he is still touring...I have to say that money is probably driving some of the negotiations. I would say that unless a record company can make a fairly stellar profit, they will not sign an artist..especially an older one with a loyal but limited fan base. I am not sure what is going on, but I would have to say that Pat is mostly doing his music now for a hobby and not totally relying on it to make a living. I may be wrong, but I will bet anyone that his wife is bringing home most of the bacon...she is really doing all of us a great favor by doing so as it allows Pat to do his thing! I would like to see another blues album like the one released in 92...I believe his first! I think that the projects like Glenn Hughes, Derek St Holmes, and others have probably affected Pat in a somewhat negative manner. I think that some promises were made that probably were not kept and that they were into the nostalgia thing...not necessarily trying to rejuvinate Pat's career... Also, I think Pat should be playing with people who can stoke his career. No offense to his current band, but I feel he should be playing with Tommy Aldridge again, possibly Mars, and Pat Thrall if he wants to do a true reunion...and really increase ticket sales...I think most of you would agree that that lineup would sell...again, please do not misunderstand me...the players he is currently using are great...but the other lineup is something I would go way out of my way to see!!

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2002 - 02:07 pm:

God only knows about the new release! Don't hold your breath. I have blocked it out of my mind and wrote it off as not happening. The new DVD production for the Universal shows is out(not happening) also. Not sure what happened. Pat was supposed to get permission from Universal and that's the last we heard. Damn shame too! Professional two camera shot and some ultra killer DVD only specials. We were set to produce something that could easily be shown on VH-1. It is AMAZING what you can do now on an interactive DVD!! With that type of quality and the support of his loyal fans, we had hoped to get it actually sold in the regular music stores across the states and eventually world wide. Pat is a hard bird to figure out. Well, it's his life and he is entitled to lead it as he choses fit. Kinda odd to most of us though. I feel bad for Rick and Eric though. They are ripping and ready to go!!!! If it was me.... oh well it's not. We ARE still producing other CDs and DVDs and now that we are back on track we will continue to work on them. Thanx for the patience of everyone who has a hand in the whole thing. We are ACTUALLY working!! So let me get back to it. We are psyched to see the guys in Florida!! I'm praying they change the set list by at least ONE song.

John Howe

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 05:24 pm:

Hey Rich,
John Howe here. I just got back from skool and I see that the O-town DVD recording is history, thanks to the #**holes @ city walk! Well, "intercourse" those dudes I say!!! Bring down a couple of good video camera`s and youz and me will do it anyway!!! I`ll be in Orlando Thursday, Friday as well as Saturday before the Easter bunny shows its "postier". I`ll contact ya this Sunday evening on the tele-phone. Rock freakn' on!!!

ginbel

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 01:34 pm:

email me at ginbel27@comcast.net

Rob

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 12:57 pm:

Ginbel what Cds do you currently have for sale?

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 11:44 am:

boy - won't you fellas be suprised when you find out that Lindsey is guy!

Strat needs $2,000!

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 11:08 am:

Hey BG, once again you've hit the mark. I find your knowledge of this crazy music industry refreshing, as there are too many who have no clue how the "machine" is oiled. Kiss, Aerosmith, Santana (as well as a long list of others) all have had a "revival" of sorts with their respective careers, but at a compromise to their original vision. Nobody ever seems to be able to recapture the original fire and flair of their earlier hungry years. That fire, determination, hunger, etc. that drives most bands/musicians seems to lose "something" after their initial successes. That's why they bring in the outside writers (Diane Warren, Jim Vallance, Desmond Child, etc.)to help them write new, more contemporary tunes. They've lost that "magical something". Very few bands are able to maintain such a strong presence and validity through the changing climates of musical genres that seem to change literally every 5 years (or less!). It has nothing to do with talent, authenticity, uniqueness, or anything else. The masses will always want something "new" to listen to, no matter what's popular at the time. Just go ask any unemployed 80's guitar shredder (sorry F*HEAD!), or The New Kids On The Block, or Tiffany, or 90's grunge band, or Duran Duran, or....the list is endless. Or in 5 years, ask N'SYNC, Brittany, Kid Rock, or any of the "new breed" of rockers such as Staind, Puddle Of Mudd, Creed, etc. And I'm not slamming these current "hot artists". I even like a few of the bands, but that's just the nature of the industry. Chris Rock stated it best regarding the perils of the fleeting speed of fame with his quote "Here today, gone today!" (As opposed to "Here today, gone tomorrow"). What does all this have to do with how I feel about the mighty PTB? Absolutely nothing! To me, his playing still hits a mark with me. Famous or not. Loved his music then, love it now, and always will....

And $2,000 for a date???? Lindsey, your posts suggest that you are very articulate, and I'm sure if you were being serious about the "fees" for a date, then you must be very attractive. But for that kind of money you better have some DAMN SPECIAL "talents" to warrant that kind of fee....
Makes my mind swirl....Where've you been all my life honey???

ginbel

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 11:00 am:

Actuall "Hooked" she was standing behind me as I type it. She is ultra cool and the greatest companion a man could ever hope for!! "Roxy" I am NOT Pat's manager!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is totally insane!!!!! Pat doesn't even have a manager. I am just a very dedicated fan.. no more than that. As far as the unreleased stuff we are leaving that as a surprise. Pat has to still approve final production. New label? I have no idea. Sorry

Roxy

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 10:20 am:

Ginbel since you are a PT expert what label will his new album be on? Also on your live cd productions can we expect some unreleased tracks and if so what? Is it true you are PT's Manager

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 09:49 am:

Ginbel sez:
" Okay... I'll bite $2,000.00?! You better be REALLY hot and ULTRA willing. Maybe we can make a deal. Email me at ginbel27@comcast.net I'd like to at least get some kind of idea what we are talking about as far as looks goes when you are talking 2 g's."

Not that I wasn't thinking the same thing, but now what would Mrs G say about such an inquiry? I'm thinking it might be something like

Gill Comer

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 07:18 am:

Lindsey honey,

I don't drink..not at all...and Pat sounds DAMN fine to me....

Two months and PT's back in the UK.

Ramatam

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 06:18 am:

Hello Hammerheads! FYI to all PT fans in the Tampa Bay Florida area, Pat will be be performing
Weds. March 13th at AJ's Ale House in Tampa and
Baby Boomerz in Seminole on March 15th as special
guest of the Rex Rodgers Band. It's nice to see Pat play in a 2 guitar set up again. Check Rex's site for more info. www.rexrodgersband.com

ginbel

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 03:42 am:

By the way I was just messing around. I think Aerosmith is the best rock band out there. No one can even come close to touching what they have done! They have been together with all the same members for almost 30 years and they are still fantastic in concert! The Stones have been around longer, but I think they suck. Of course Joe Perry isn't as entertaining to me as Pat. One more thing I think you have to take in to account. Pat has always been more or less a blues player. Blues in general does not have all the popularity that rock does.

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 09:41 pm:

Oh great, now this is a dating service! Seriously, Lindsey has a point which is well taken. From a booking/promotion standpoint, the original lineup of Thrall, Cowling, and Aldridge would definitely help ticket sales. This applies to original lineups in any band. Whether that's important to Pat's current fans, who knows?
I believe that Pat's current drummer and bassist don't have to take a back seat to anyone, and I'm sure that his fans agree.

It's much easier said than done to keep reinventing yourself to attract younger fans. Very few bands succeed at this. Kiss did it. Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley were brilliant in the business end of things. He may spit blood, but under all of that is a corporate CEO mentality.
Aerosmith revived themselves in the eighties - but it took a new producer and bringing in outside writers like Desmond Child and Diane Warren. Santana gained a new audience with "Smooth". Rob Thomas' song and vocal on that track took Santana to the top again. Did Santana develop this business strategy? No, it was Clive Davis! But these success stories are few and far between.

ginbel

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 07:04 pm:

Okay... I'll bite $2,000.00?! You better be REALLY hot and ULTRA willing. Maybe we can make a deal. Email me at ginbel27@comcast.net I'd like to at least get some kind of idea what we are talking about as far as looks goes when you are talking 2 g's.

ginbel

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 07:01 pm:

HOLY SH*T! I missed in your post about me being "a manager"!? Oh my God!!!! NO! NONONO just an innocent bystander. I am as much his manager as you are! LOL! I am just a little out spoken. Sorry

Richard

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 06:59 pm:

lindsay honey, you really need to get a clue on this one, Pat travers was rockstar status probably before you were born, he was headlining shows with aerosmith years ago. these new bands are not very impresssive they play and do what the big record machine says to. there are not too many "new guitarists that could even carry pat's guitar case. Pat does about what he wants to do and always has. he is still alive and well.

ginbel

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 06:58 pm:

Uhhhh..... Ummmmm.... Actually gREG is correct in regards to Pat's touring schedule! It's brutal at times, but he does it and with excellence! I am also 40, but am hardly a drunk and niether is gREG, nor Pat. Bear in mind Greg is a little whacky. Okay, a LOT whacky, but he's alright. We just yank his chain and say "DOWN BOY!" (LOL). Not to worry Linsdey, you are in good company here. We are all a little crazy here, but harmless(especially gREG!). I agree it would be cool to see that line up. As far as I know though Mars doesn't even play. Kind of a shame. That line up was just one of several Pat has had. It remains "The Pat Travers Band". By the way welcome aboard! You'll actually find some friends and cool people on this board.

Lindsey

Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2002 - 06:42 pm:

Come on gREG - are you a trademark or something I thought the first letter in a name was capitalized..oh, cOL sANDERS! I seriously doubt Pat has done 15 shows a month for quite a while...especially at 5K apiece (even so, I am sure the money is split between many, many, people...come on..do the IRS math) First and foremost, unless he has an accountant that cheats the govt, then Pat does not make the kind of money you profess he does. Also, what makes you an authority on who plays with him and who does not? Also, your opinions about who is the music and who is not are subjective and bear great scrutiny. Are you saying that Pat would draw an equal amount or even less if Tommy or Mars rejoined him? When 40 year olds plus drink (actually anyone), they tend to overrate performances. I remember a band saying "the more you drink/smoke the better we sound .. always". So lets assume that you are a 40 year old who drinks way too much..that is what Pat is counting on.. As I see it, he must laugh all the way to the bank when old guys come to shows...but he ought to consider younger crowds too..which to my knowledge are not part of his crowd. Again, let me qualify this by saying that he does not care what you think about me nor do I. To insult me is to show that you are really a 40 year old + adolescent that has never transcended the drink and drug induced 70s scene...although from what I gather from the posts, you are trying to grow out of it. That is why PT plays the same sets over and over and over again as Ginbel, his current manager knows well - he knows you guys will pay...and that is what he expects. How long can he ride the train? As long as he has 40 + adolescent fans such as you, he will laugh all the way to the bank and rehash the same ol stuff...Aerosmith grew with the times...and did not sell out (by the way, they are driving or could afford Diablos)...They have more fans in one town than Pat Travers has in the whole world...and he is aware of that...that is why the VOCR is so interesting to him - he may achieve that rock star status that he really desires..as does everyone that plays for people..even if they won't admit it. I say he should throw a couple Britney, Ricky Martin, and Kid Rock songs into the mix...not necessarily theirs, but newer stuff. Attract new fans..that is the key..not old farts...but honestly, I still like you old guys!! 2K may purchase a date with me - if you are cute...So before you attack my pinions...consider that everyone does not share yours - Greg.

ginbel

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 02:26 pm:

Oh Yeah!!! It looks really cool. We got it at a good price too.

CINDY

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 12:31 pm:

Hey Ginbels, is that you who got the PT Mirror? that is so hard to find

Daz

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 10:31 am:

How long till we can here some new PT music anybody know?

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 12:49 am:

Hi Lindsey:
Congratulations on your romp with Mr. Ed - I hope you gave him some hay for his efforts -

I agree with Ginbel regarding Aerosmith. Besides retaining the original members all these years, they simply have great songs, no matter what the source.

As always, I agree with Strat. Most bands do lose their edge as time progresses. Alot of debut releases are killer. That's because they've had their whole loves to come up with the material. When a record company gives them a year or two to come up with the second release - well you've all heard it, the "sophomore slump"!
That's why the Beatles will live on to infinity.
Every song was great and their talents were one in a million. They got better over time.
There are good bands out there now. I actually heard a Kid Rock tune that I liked. But I liked it because it reminded me of Lynyrd Skynrd.
Creed is a talented band and I hear they kick ass live. Trends do come and go (and I hope the boy bands go away)but a great song will live on.

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, March 12, 2002 - 03:08 pm:

sorry no

Walter

Posted on Tuesday, March 12, 2002 - 12:33 pm:

Ginbel do you have any info on the European Tour?

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Tuesday, March 12, 2002 - 10:05 am:

Hé Cindy,

would be great to chat with you'll in the weekend!

PTB ROXX!!!

Andries and Wilma.

gREG

Posted on Monday, March 11, 2002 - 09:44 pm:

Yes Randal....PLEASE post a photo! Hey Eric!! NYE is gonna rule!! Fingers crossed ya'll might still get a West coast show before that!! Post often and tell us how ya'll are kickin' da crap outta UC Studios!! PTBRULZ g

50MkII

Posted on Monday, March 11, 2002 - 06:18 pm:

Strat - Thanks for the info. Helps to see it repeated again. The same equipment described in the '80 Guitar Player article. The difference being: the exact leslie-type unit wasn't disclosed and power attenuator left out or not used then. PT even confirmed that he had been using this setup for the last 2 years in the article. I cannot imagine those who would think PT used an overdrive or sustaining device. That was always pretty clear to me - straight Gibson with fairly hot pu's to Marshall. The only other unit possibly contributing to distortion would be the blue box at certain settings (don't own one so maybe you have a better idea than I do here). The MXR Phasers all tend to screw with your tone disengaged or not - you lose some high end. STILL... you cannot run your line from out of the Marshall and into those echoplexes without a load device. [Side thought: Did the Altair attenuator have a load feature too? I'll have to look into this.] Confounded again Batman! Nevertheless, this has all helped quite a bit. If interested, I'll let you know what my results are when tested. My friend is also looking into Leslie-type units. I get back my VHT power amp in a couple days. So, once I get to feeling better (doc sentenced me to 6 more weeks of this cold/flu I have! 1 week and boxes of Kleenex after.)

I'll continue on with my pursuit. Until then...stratty and PRS will just have to stay sleeping in their beds.

randal

Posted on Monday, March 11, 2002 - 04:49 pm:

Lindsey -- post a photo! For the price, that's the LEAST you could do

Go git 'er, Bill!

Pete Wulforst

Posted on Monday, March 11, 2002 - 11:32 am:

My apologies to non-players. Was never that exposed to PT until the recent Blues-Rock CDs. My drummer turned me on to "Life in London". I'm trying to learn it; the basics are pretty obvious, but there's some tricky stuff in there I'm having trouble with. Anybody out there who's unraveled this one? It's a great tune but I'm just not getting the details. The rhythm switches are tricky as heck and I think its changing major to minor.

Private email would be appreciated

CINDY

Posted on Monday, March 11, 2002 - 11:07 am:

Hey, gREG, "wasn't me" (to the shaggy tune, lol lol) trying to be silly on the posts. I don't kiss or........ what ever and tell

,lol lol. Wasn't me posting.

As for the PT Chats, what does everyone think, should we try to make the chats on a weekend early afternoon/mornings? and see if we can get some overseas PT fans able to join in?

freighttrain

Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2002 - 10:48 pm:

I miss ya gREG...Can't wait to see you on New Years. I still remember our talk last gig. You guys make everything worth it! ERIC

gGrReEgG

Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2002 - 08:43 pm:

Damn, gone for a few days and Linsey rapes me!! hahahaha!!! I guess I'v seen SO many line-ups w/ PTB that THIS one w/ Eric and Rick just rocks!!! I forgive you for assuming all those things about me.....but now I'm assuming things about YOU!!! REALLY...only $500 off?? Maybe we can scronge up enough money by New Years!!! Although the MULE story scares me....and I wonder if they sell body condems?? Just teasing.......HEY, is this CINDY being silly??? hahahahaha!! Oh yeah, way back when there was another Greg that was posting......hence, gREG

Strat 3-Finger Magoo

Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2002 - 11:48 am:

Trust me 50MKII...I certainly know better! I also know that the Strats, Les Pauls, PRSs, etc. tend to hang around a lot longer than most women do! A $2,000 "job" or "evening" had better not only blow my mind, but well, er......oh never mind.

On another note for you 50...I was re-reading a PT presskit I have for the "Heat In The Street" release and it had an equiptment list of what he was using at that time. Here goes: 50wt Marshall, 100wt Marshall, 4 4x12 Marshall cabs, Leslie 122 organ speaker, Cry Baby wah, MXR phase 100, MXR Blue Box, ADA flanger, 2 Maestro echoplexes, Hammond B-3 organ, 2 ARP Odyssey synthesizers. Guitars at that time were his Gibson Melody Maker, Gibson Les Paul Jr., Fender Tele Custom. It also went on to state that Pat used no distortion or sustaining devices.

For you curious folks, Pat Thrall used 2 Fender Strats, 1 with tremolo, 2 100wt Marshall stacks, 1 Mesa Boogie amp, ADA flanger and overdrive unit, 2 Maestro echoplexes. (I'm not aware of ADA having an overdrive unit. I'm just typing the list as it's stated on the presskit)

Mars used 1 Fender Precision, 1 Dan Armstrong Ampeg plexiglass, 2 Ampeg SVT amps, 4 8x10 bass enclosures/cabs, 1 set of Moog Taurus bass pedals.

Tommy Aldridge used Sonor drums and Avedis Zildjian cymbals.

Have a great weekend everyone!

50MkII

Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2002 - 11:20 am:

Uh gin- was that $2,000 or 2,000 miles?

Better do a thorough exam of this one! Ya gotta stick around for us PT fans...
guys, guys,...you are so hard-up (or should that be soft-down) for it that you're probably already thinking of getting an enlargement to help offset the costs![Put away that ruler NOW!]

Strat- You'd rather spend your hard-earned $$ on one evening when you can go out and purchase yourself another strat, paul, or prs that will always be there?! No woman is worth the loss and risk above ... period!

ginbel

Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2002 - 07:30 am:

Hey Walter! I have an idea of the track listing, but I think they might be going back in to change some things. I am not really sure though. I also am not at liberty to discuss the contents of the CD. For one thing I can't remember all the tracks on it. In spite of how it might seem, I am not aware of a lot that goes on. So I have no real clue why it has not been released. I suspect Pat is holding out for a great record deal, but like I said I am not really sure. When I get to talk to Pat we do not discuss music too much beleive it or not. Pat is his own man. He does what he wants, when he wants. As I have said before, I am just being supportive. I am very busy on a lot of other things and try to make the PTB thing just a part of my life, not my entire life. On another front.... just caught a show by the Tom Larsen Band. These guys are a blues/funk band from the eastern shore area. They are one of those bands that just never really were popular, but they are extremely good! If anyone is interested in sampling some send me a CDR and I'll make you a copy or you can go to www.tomlarsenband.com I am not really trying to promote this guy, just thought your ears might need something new.

Ed (Admin)

Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2002 - 06:56 am:

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Walter

Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2002 - 04:00 am:

Ginbel if you were doing the artwork you must know why it has not been released and post the track listing so PT fans know what to expect!!!

LIndsey

Posted on Saturday, March 09, 2002 - 05:17 pm:

Hello, I am going to attempt to extrapolate some info that I should probably just keep to myself..Last night I was with a man called horse! This guy was hung like a Burma Bull!! But, he tried to get a price break which I emphatically tried to refuse..then he showed the "horse" and I was amazed! I have been doing this (and seeing the PT band) for many years, but I have never experienced this...for all you ladies who says that size does not matter...try one...I was in heaven..!!!!

Anyway, I am trying to recover from last nite (I hope he calls me again).. Greg, I apologize for the way I approached your rebuttal to my comments.... Hopefully, you will forgive me. Also, Ginbel, I did not realize that you were not PTs manager...again, sorry. Thanks for the heads up on the new CD...I am also a Priest, Ozzy, and 4 out of 5 Doctors Fan...(Old show that backed up Pat and Ritchie at the Salt Palace in SLC).

Well let me go take a bath, and fantasize about the horse again...God...he better call me again!!! I will lower my fees (and not tell the agency) by 500 bucks!!!!!! What a member!!

ginbel

Posted on Saturday, March 09, 2002 - 10:29 am:

the rocker is called "Coming up the hard way" I am going to beg Pat to let us include it on a new release. He doesn't really like the song that much. That's hilarious as we think it's great. Actually there have been a LOT of hits that the artists thought sucked and it put the bands in the spot light. Go figure. Wish us luck. I'll have an answer in a few weeks. Hey Strat, I am applying for a 2g loan LOL! That line up would be neat, but it ain't gonna happen.

Vernon

Posted on Saturday, March 09, 2002 - 09:16 am:

No offense to his current band, but I feel he should be playing with Tommy Aldridge again, possibly Mars, and Pat Thrall if he wants to do a true reunion...and really increase ticket sales...I think most of you would agree that that lineup would sell...again, please do not misunderstand me...the players he is currently using are great...but the other lineup is something I would go way out of my way to see!!

I couldn't AGREE more...this was the most intense PT line-up, and they could ever do a reunion, it would destroy!! I would go way out of my way to see!!
Peace,
VB

Tracy

Posted on Saturday, March 09, 2002 - 06:59 am:

Ginbel your post has left me ecstatic about the new album what tracks are on it and are you producing it like the Solo album and what is the rocker called? PT fans are dying to know.

ginbel

Posted on Saturday, March 09, 2002 - 06:13 am:

Dude... I have no idea what is going on. I and others have been bugging PT for months to no avail. Maybe whenever anyone goes to a show we can start chanting "new CD, new CD". Short of that there is nothing we can do. It is the "Pat Travers" band. Always was, always will be. The ONE thing I do know is the new CD sounds FANTASTIC!!!!! I have heard it plenty and really I am not in the know of all the details as to why this thing is not in your hands right now! Besides that CD Pat is sitting on some other incredible tracks. One song in particular is just about the best song he ever did! I think it would get some real serious airplay if it was released. Just one killer rock song! It has all the makings of a hit. It also sounds in keeping with modern styles of rock and I think it could seriously launch a come back. This of course is not up to me. Ask Pat. Seriously, I think if we all told him at the shows that we need something new he might listen... or not, but at least we can say we tried.

Guy

Posted on Saturday, March 09, 2002 - 05:26 am:

Pat Travers recorded a concert at The Freebird Cafe in 2000 for a live cd will it ever be released and can we expect a new album soon? Ginbel can you shed any light on this as you seem to know what is going on as you were last we heard doing the artwork for the new album. Is PT still on Shrapnel or gone independent through you?

$2,000 Magoo

Posted on Friday, March 08, 2002 - 08:12 pm:

Hooked, you crack me up! Hey Gin....uh oh...let's hope Hooked is wrong on this one! LOL...

ginbel

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 12:26 pm:

You know.... I have absolutely no idea. When I said we were working on the artwork, that was a free lance project. Then the name changed and God knows where it stands now. It's ALL up to Pat. Period! I can appreciated your frustration and I sympathize, but... Myabe he is waiting for the perfect deal. I can't blame him for not wanting to give it away for next to nothing. I wish he would just do it himself. We already volunteered to help sell and market it for free. Other than that it is totally out of my control. Sorry. I am just a visitor to this planet!

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 11:19 am:

GINBEL WHAT HAPPENED TO THE ALBUM PT WAS PRODUCING BACK IN OCTOBER 2000 AND THE ALBUM HE WAS SUPPOSED TO BE DOING WITH GLENN HUGHES? ALSO WHAT HAPPENED TO THE ALBUM HE RECORDED AT THE FREEBIRD CAFE IN 2000? ACCORDING TO YOUR PREVIOUS POSTS YOU ONLY HAD THE ARTWORK LEFT TO DO FOR THE NEW ALBUM BACK IN NOVEMEBER AND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE OUT IN FEBRUARY? SINCE YOU ARE THE MOST FREQUENT POSTER YOU MUST KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON SO ENLIGHTEN US FANS WHO CAN'T WAIT FOR A NEW ALBUM!!!!!!!!!

gREG

Posted on Sunday, March 17, 2002 - 08:05 pm:

sorry if i Offended anyone w/ my ANAL post......just being silly. Oh damnit, i just said anal again and I'm trying not to say that........anal. Anywho....the PT on the train w/ the logo on the side sounds kick-ass!! Pat on top jammin w/ Eric and Rick driving!!! COOL!! Ed, yes it was TNT an AC/DC tribute band w/ Carvin Jones also opening. Wouldn't that be cool if Steves Queen/Led Zep tribute bands could open this year!!!! Should someone call Bruce? Again, sorry about the anal post......oops. g

randalHolmes

Posted on Sunday, March 17, 2002 - 10:11 am:

Looks like I got a little BEHIND in checking messages here. Good luck gREG - you'll get her in the end!

New cd names : how about "I'd Rather See Your Tunnel" or "Take the #69 to Roxxville" or " I Wish My Daddy was as Cool as Mr. Travers" or "You Little Rat Bastards Get Away From My Car."

My suggestion -- keep tryin' hahahahahah

R

PS - Will go to Cindy's site to see what all the hubbub is about later all

Gill Comer

Posted on Sunday, March 17, 2002 - 09:06 am:

Hi Tim,

Just got back from a weekend in Glasgow/Newcastle seeing Judie Tzuke (stunning). Only heard about three British dates so far.

Have heard about a Ted Nugent date in June though...

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 06:31 pm:

About he's in/on a souped up "PT-Cruiser" with a the PTB logo down the side?

50MkII

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 05:58 pm:

Hey Not Amused/T-
Nice mind. I was thinking the same thing. All of sudden it seemed like someone was taking advantage of the web addy for their escort service - i.e. free advertising. Oh,...and no, please do not put her on the cover of the next CD.! Remember: While PT likes women, PT'S GOT CLASS!! Let's keep it that way. No matter how attractive or otherwise one thinks she is.

I came up with a hairbrain idea for the cover. We've seen PT jamming in front of a coffin before (still a cool, strong, lingering image from yesteryear - I'd Rather See You Dead), standing in front of the door of a train, how'bout PT playing atop of the lead train on a locomotive freighttrain! Title:________ (your suggestion here)
OR
Maybe even PT in a cool, hot rodded, vehicle with an original PTB paint job dropping his kid(s) off to school while kids in the background look on bewildered. Title: _____________ (your suggestion here, but the title strat relayed could work here too.) Alright, I'll think a little about this but it's what I came up with on a moment's notice.

Ted

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 11:55 am:

Ginbel what setlist can we expect to hear at Universal Studios?

Brian Maybe

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 11:15 am:

NotAmused - I think the word is "joking"... Don't take things so seriously! gREG, I hope you get all you wish for this New Year's!

Cindy - Yeah, Tempe sounds like a blast! If I don't end up with a gig of my own for New Years, that would be a great way to ring it in!

Rich - Thanks, sent ya an email. Got the pooper-scooper in hand!

Cheers!
Steve

NotAmused

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 08:16 am:

Speaking of things ya just don't post - The message posted by gREGluvzLindsey on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 10:01 pm: Is in poor taste, not funny, nor appropriate for a public list dedicated to PT. Sorry to be so 'anal', but I think the subject matter of this supposed 'thread' juvenile, stupid and offensive.

Just MHO!

T

ginbel

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 06:55 am:

Hey "Brian", I didn't get the email because I haven't changed that site to my new email address... ginbel27@comcast.net (GINBEL). Yes, Eric said what was LONG over due! There are certain things you just don't post. He is a liar and a weirdo besides. I would stay away as far as I can from him... period! He went as far as saying to me that he was looking into suing Pat for slander. What a joke. Well, if you are smart, you step around poop, not in it!

Cindy

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 12:55 am:

hey Brian, even if PTB plays CA sometime this year, you have to try to make Tempe for new years,it was a great time the last time they played there!!

Cat

Posted on Friday, March 15, 2002 - 08:29 pm:

Brian Maybe wrote:
>Hey folks, just had to come check out what's
>goin' on here, in light of the fun on Cindy's
>board! Eric, thank you for saying what needed to
>be said! ... Business is business, and shouldn't >be made public, among other things!

Can I second that?! In the professional world of music, there's something called common business sense, and for that matter, common courtesy... and even just as one standing way off on the sidelines, here, that blatant lack thereof was just driving me nuts! Thanks, Eric! (*I* feel sooo much better now :-) Don't let the

Schnux get you down!

Catherine "Maybe" (co-bearer of fine wine ;-)

P.S. Special hello to Randall & gREG & the gang!

P.S.S. heh heh huh huh heh heh... you said ANAL

Posted on Friday, March 15, 2002 - 07:42 pm:

Brian wrote:

Quote:
If Pat doesn't make a So Cal appearance before New Years, I may seriously have to try to make it to AZ!

Yes you must! Last year smoked!! And a kickass AC/DC tibute band - TNT (?) opened for the PTB! I think you would have enjoyed that.

Even Pat thought they rocked...

Brian Maybe

Posted on Friday, March 15, 2002 - 06:41 pm:

Hey folks, just had to come check out what's goin' on here, in light of the fun on Cindy's board! Eric, thank you for saying what needed to be said! Gives me a good idea of who I should (and shouldn't!) get involved with! Business is business, and shouldn't be made public, among other things!

Rich, you've got me drooling - all new studio CD, and live CD!! I emailed you through the Pat Travers Band Yahoo Groups, not sure if that worked, though. Let me know if you got it.

If Pat doesn't make a So Cal appearance before New Years, I may seriously have to try to make it to AZ!

Cheers!
Steve

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Posted on Friday, March 15, 2002 - 09:51 am:

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Bette

Posted on Friday, March 15, 2002 - 08:15 am:

thank you Eric, that was a great post

gREG

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 10:02 pm:

heh heh heh.......i said ANAL. g

gREGluvzLindsey

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 10:01 pm:

HEY.....looks like I gotta date who does ANAL for NYE!!!! hahahahah! Lindsey, ya gotta send a pic to show Eric/Rick!! And I'm honored to have those things done to me.......and it would make the New Years THAT much more special!!! But as Rick/Eric do, may I video tape the party! Album Cover.........here she comes!!! g

Dazzband

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 09:19 pm:

Ginbel, who means well?

Tim Dontwannabeawake

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 06:00 pm:

Hey Gill, you out there? Heard about any more British gigs?

Lindsey

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 05:21 pm:

I would be honored to be on the coverof the next PTB CD...Mr. Ed and I. To extrapolate the man from anonimity would please me more than the $1500 horse I rode! Actually, I am very humbled by the way you have taken this fairly old (28)working girl into your arms... I can provide a picture if you like if it is not used in a derogatory fashion...Greg..I may be your date on NYE if you have the cash...for you..$1K off the price...that means that I will *&%# and *#&& you for 50% less..

ginbel

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 04:26 pm:

Yeah, you know I think he means well in his own way, but just has no class about it!

Bette

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 02:39 pm:

Rich,I agree with your comment over on the other.
Sometimes I am so amazed!!!!!

ginbel

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 12:10 pm:

not 40 yet.. may 24 you're right...still rockin'!

Anonymous

Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 11:06 am:

Life begins at 40 Ginbel keep rockin!

gREG

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 09:41 pm:

hahahahahaha!!!! I had nothin to do w/ those Lindsey!! How bout "$500 off and the Grand Canyon is yours".....................g

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 08:56 pm:

I don't know - Mr. Ed was pretty talented. He could talk, right Lindsey? I think he deserves "cover" status. Maybe they'll get married and Paul Gilbert can play their wedding.

Anonymous

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 07:37 pm:

I would rather see PTB on the cover myself

Strat

Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2002 - 06:39 pm:

Just a thought.....At one time, PT and the boys were thinking of calling their next release "And The Horse You Rode In On...". If they decide to still use that title whenever they do get around to releasing it, do you think they should put Lindsey on the cover???????

Anonymous

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 05:58 pm:

PT ROCKS

pdrummz

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 02:05 pm:

I am going to be at Universal Studios for the PT show on Friday 3/22 and was looking to hook up with other PT fans. Anyone interested in getting together please email me.

Thanks, look forward to seeing some of you there.

Chris F.

Bruce

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 11:16 am:

Greetings Again
Europe Dates & Venues Added 03/19/02
PTROCKS
Bruce

Andre

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 11:04 am:

Yes indeed, The Pat Travers is visting Holland again. See you guys soon.

Andre from Holland

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 10:58 am:

Thanks for keeping us updated, Bruce! And THANK YOU ED for this awesome site! We would have never met all these great Pat Travers Band fans if it weren't for your website. We hope to get a chance to meet you in AZ. this year.

ED RULZ!!

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 10:52 am:

Hey gREG! Rich and I hope to make it out to Tempe this New Year's. We'll finally get to chance to meet the 'west coast family' of the PTB clan! We can't wait! Wonder if any other northeastern PTB fans can make it out there. Maybe we can fly out together(party on da plane!!) What are room rates like out there,g? Or are you serious about your offer? Would Lisa mind having a group of rowdy fans staying at her home? Sorry no one from the west coast can make it to the Orlanda shows. We'll be in FL. for about 2 weeks, so we're not sure how many shows we'll go and see. John, are you going to be in Orlando next week at all? We'll be there by next Wed. and we'll have to give you a call. Did you already give Rich a phone number where you can be reached? uhmmmm....clothes optional in Orlando?! Wow! Then why am I worrying about what I'm going to pack?!! woohoooo! See ya soon, John,Kim, and all the PTB Boys!!! Kim, when's the BBQ and pool party?!

I'm soooooo ready for this vacation! I need it desperately!!!!
Hope to see some of you hammerheads in Orlando, if not, then we'll get to see you out in Tempe!!

~~Nancy~~

Kyle

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 07:14 am:

Hello Music Lovers, From the streets of Toronto 2 the Mardi Gras of that un-named 2nd rate amusement
park, Here's 2 kick yer ass The Pat Travers Band!!
Hello John Howe, Forget the amatuer video camera's
Where can we rent some professional stuff????????
Where on a mission from god!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hello Ginbels, Hope you enjoy your vacation,tried your new email but it was returned will try again
when you get back from FLORIDA home of the Pat Travers Band,National Champions Miami Hurricanes,
and the best damn weather 4 months of the year.
Everybody in the P.T. Family thanks!!!! Peace

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 05:31 am:

John wrote:

Quote:
I`ve shot about a zillion pics on 35mm of da band

OK John you can stop teasing me now......

I think I'll have some Black Pearl with my coffee.

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 05:24 am:

Greetings Bruce!

You rule.
Thanks!

Bruce

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 10:47 pm:

Greetings All
New concert dates added 03/18/02

gREG

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 10:31 pm:

John!! damn, yer gonna have a blast!!! Wish us West coasters could make it out there!!! can't wait to see some pix! Are u gonna try and make the NYE show? 91/2 months to plan!! Wanna see all the hammerheads!!! All can stay at my house! I know Randal was wanting to sleep in my truck!!! hahahaha!!!! Kidding, you and and Grace can have any room! We have to build on for cindy to have her own room! Ya'll start planning!! g

ginbel

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 03:23 pm:

Hey John... WE ARE PSYCHED!!! I am not bothering with the taping though. Hell, I'm on vacation! I will bring a Solo CD though.

ginbel

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 03:21 pm:

Yeah Blu is posting like gee... what post are you talking about? geee... I don't see it. I posted a couple little ditties to him. He acts like we don't know Cindy took the offending post down. Dummy. Huh, I wonder if Eric has made that apology call yet... LOL!!! NOT!

John Howe

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 03:14 pm:

WOOHOO, I`ll be in Orlando this Thursday, Friday, and then the party moves over to Palm Harbor on Saturday! Yeah, I`m there 2! Hey Rich, bring down a extra "PT Solo" CD and I`ll steal it from ya. Heck, bring lotsa CD`s for the masses! Lookin' 4ward to meeting you and Nancy. Rick, Eric, Mitch and Kim, of Mitch and Kim fame,as well as Jule, of Jule fame, as well as Cindy, of Cindy fame, can pick me out of a line up. Major bummer about the City Walk people being so, as gREG, of gREG fame, would put it "anal", about recording this magnificent event on DVD. I`ve shot about a zillion pics on 35mm of da band and was hoping to do some motion stuff, kurses, foiled again!! If a few "amatuer" video camera`s found the way into the crowd, would the local management be the wizer? Well, at least I`ll bring lots of film and if youz guyzs smile and say "cheez", I`ll take yer pic! The weather has been pretty warm so I don`t know if you`ll need clothes or not. Bring clothes anyway in case things should chill in the evenings, you know, shrinkage and all. Aw right, enough foolishness here, time for me to talk foolishness elsewhere! Hope to C everyone in O-town, JH

P.Z. I like "Z`s" more than "S`s".

Anonymous

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 02:43 pm:

Read the latest of the Yahoo site. The whole world is wrong and he is right.
DELUSIONAL OR WHAT!!!!!!!

Jimmy Pagemaker

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2002 - 02:38 pm:

gREG - Yes, Mon, you speak my language! That would be absolutely amazing to do NYE opening for PTB in Tempe!! If you have any contacts in this area, or any leads I could follow up on, I'd love to hear it. (Just don't ask me for a DAT...)

Led Zepagain may be playing a big festival in AZ on June 8 (I don't know what city, though). I will let you know if happens; maybe won't be too far for ya.

Cheers all!
Steve

PS Thanks for the updates Rich!

jamalamb

Posted on Saturday, March 23, 2002 - 07:27 am:

Just got back home 2 Houston...Saw the PTB @ Universal Studios on Wednesday, March 20th.
We had a great time! Always a pleasure 2 C these guys! Only wish they could have played longer(this is not a complaint...just can't get enough!)
They did some of the PT classics and a couple of cover tunes including "Tied to the Whipping Post"
and a killer version of the CCR classic "Fortunate Son" featuring Eric on vocals.
Thank you Pat, Rick, and Eric!
Looking 4ward 2 next time!
Chad and Diana

ginbel

Posted on Saturday, March 23, 2002 - 05:52 am:

Hey Kimmy! BBQ for sure!!! Did you find out if the Palm Harbor gig is PTB or PT. I'm probably not interested in the gig if the whole band is not there. Just not the same. We love those guys and want to see them all together. The party is still good though!!

cuttlefish66

Posted on Saturday, March 23, 2002 - 03:46 am:

Hey Bruce, thanks for the European dates, I'll be catching PTB at a couple of shows. Just one minor point, Cardiff is in Wales not England. Our Welsh cousins are a bit touchy on this subject,lets hope none of them have noticed.

John Howe

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 06:24 pm:

Hey Mitch and Kim, of Mitch and Kim Fame,

Did you say BARBEQUE!? Check yer e-mail!

CINDY

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 05:29 pm:

Stratcat, don't go buying tickets for a gig at the Gorge, remember you missed the LAST PTB Darrington gig!

CINDY

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 05:27 pm:

hhhhhmmmmm, maybe a good time to start bugging a bar here to get PTB to play around Darrington WA gig, a VANCOUVER CANADA show! I am gonna start checking around here.

CINDY

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 05:25 pm:

Ed!!!!!!! You coming to the Darrington show?????? Very cool! Will see you there

! Darrington was the first place I seen Eric and Rick with Pat. Great place for a concert, excellent outdoor show

! Ok Seattle area people, this looks like finally our show happening in our area!!!!!!!!

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 04:23 pm:

Bruce wrote:

Quote:
Greetings
New Shows Added 03/22/02
PTROCKS
Bruce

Darrington? KEWL! I'm makin' plans...

Bruce

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 03:31 pm:

Greetings
New Shows Added 03/22/02
PTROCKS
Bruce

Rob

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 01:42 pm:

What was the setlist?

T ROCK

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 09:49 am:

Just saw PT at Universal Studios, brought back a lot of high school memories... (Class of '80)... PT still rocks.......

KiM

Posted on Friday, March 22, 2002 - 06:54 am:

Good Morning Hammerheads, KiM here, how the heck is everyone doing in PT land? John just read your email, and I am glad you got your dates rights, I was going to email you frantically and say the show in Palm Harbor is next weekend, I know sometimes calendars can trick ya, me too. Hello Cindy and Ginnybellys, cool email Rich, barbque and party is whenever the King and Queen wants it!!! Wew. Looking forward to seeing everyone in the dates ahead. Hello boys, keep on a rockin. and a big fat hello and its FRIDAY to all the other PT family members. Have a great day and Pat just keeps on gettin betta! Caught him last Friday! Scored me a brand new purple pick that I wrestled for.....Life is Good. Rock and Roll is awesome and the drug for me!!!!!!!!!

pdrummz

Posted on Thursday, March 21, 2002 - 04:26 pm:

Anyone attending the 3/22 Friday night show at Universal? Let me know...

I am going to be there!! I am flying in from Ohio to see Pat. He was my very first concert in '80 with Johnny Van Zant as the opener. I have seen him probably 4 times since. I am really looking forward to catching his show again. It has been awhile since the last time I saw him.

fehlingc@hotmail.com

Chris F.

John Howe

Posted on Thursday, March 21, 2002 - 02:59 pm:

Uh,..Umm...I kinda screwed up on my last post when I said I`ll be at the Universal shows this week. I`ll actually be there NEXT week. I guess I mis-read my calendar when I glanced at it the other day. Hey, calendars are hard for me to read. I`m not a rocket scientist or a brain surgeon, ya know!

Hey Brian, the show is outdoors in the middle of the night club/restuarant section, kant miss it. Just ask anybody for the plaza.

Hey Chris, what songs did they do? How long did they play? What time did they get started? Were they selling stuff after the show? Any "special" guest appearances?

Rockin Guy

Posted on Thursday, March 21, 2002 - 10:53 am:

Hey Ginbel if you think PT rocks check out Status Quo! Do you know when the new albums out dude?

Richard

Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 - 08:08 pm:

anyone

Richard

Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 - 08:07 pm:

nayone that goes to the shows let us know if the band does any new songs.

Chris

Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 - 04:16 pm:

I was at the Universal Studios show (twice) and it was awesome. I don't know when the new release is coming out but I'm definitely going to have to get it. Great Job guys and I look forward to anything upcoming from you!

Brian

Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 - 08:04 am:

Where will the band be playing at universal studios the end of march,and the first week of april,cannot find it on the web?

Gill Comer

Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 - 07:22 am:

Many thanks for the European dates. I don't think I can get to Holland this time, no money, but I'll be at all the British gigs.

See you in May guys....

ginbel

Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 - 07:06 am:

We will take you up on that gREG. So do you own a hotel? LOL! We are definatly coming. We are really looking forward to meeting everyone and chilling with with some cold drinks.

gREG

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 09:37 pm:

nancy/Rich, yes the offer stands to stay w/ us!!! Lisa is excited about the entire event!! Cindy says we should get a hotel room close to Tempe the actual NIGHT of NYE but stay w/ us the rest of the days ya'll can stay. Hopeing Eric and rick can come out early to party a bit BEFORE the party!! Thats great ya'll are gonna make it!! YYAAHHOOOOOOOOOO!!! g all welcome......come into the light......all welcome...

Anonymous

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2002 - 05:58 pm:

PTB ROCKS

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 01:43 pm:

People, I think we need to please give Mr Ginbel a break. He answers the same question regarding new releases several times a week. While he answers each inquiry very gracefully, it's got to make him crazy.

To review, here's what we've learned:
- Ginbel is not PT's manager, just a friend who cares
- Ginbel does not know when anything is coming out until PT tells him
- Ginbel is one lucky SOB because PT WILL tell him
- Ginbel is one lucky SOB because he's had opportunity it sample some of it.
- Ginbel gets to work on some of the stuff. He's made the mistake of telling us before when he thought something he was working on would be ready and it hasn't panned out. Do you think he's going to hang himself like that again? Be happy to there might be stuff someday.

Be happier to know that PT's already recorded a ton of stuff we can enjoy.

Be happiest to know that still...

Humbly submitted,
Bill

pdrummz

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 11:07 am:

TeamoDave,

That's cool. Pat Torpey is definitely a good drummer.

By chance was Glen Sobel (drummer on Hocus Pocus Live) the drummer for Hoey, if that happens to ring a bell?

I have to apologize. I am new to this group on the PT board and it seems like some don't always use the same email posting name, so I have gotten a bit confused. Without a signature at the bottom of a posting I am lost! .....imagine that.

Chris F.

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 10:37 am:

Ginbel is PT back on track with Shrapnel since they recorded his show recently and will his new album be through them?

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 10:08 am:

Perfectly stated 50MKII

randal

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 08:04 am:

I'm in for Darrington

50Kilos - thanks for noticing the non-push from site musicians -- no point in it.

Good note to PT. There's another atta boy!

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 02:08 am:

Hey 50MkII:
I haven't heard the Bogner amps yet, but they're supposed to be top of the line. They're also very expensive. But from what I hear, they're worth every penny. Let me know what you think.

Hey Strat:
Sunday night I did a gig in St. Pete, Fl. I called AJ's Ale House in Tampa afterwards to see if Bobby Friss' band was possibly playing there. I was told they were there the night before. Can you believe it? The search for Jerry Riggs continues.

TeamoDave

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 11:28 pm:

Hey PDDRUMMZ,
I just saw Ronnie Montrose last Friday at Great America in Santa Clara, CA. One helluva show, that's for sure. He played everything off of the Montrose album except "I Don't Want It", 3 songs off Paper Money, a couple of new songs and a cover of "My Generation". The singer was a guy named Kevin St. James (a young Sammy clone except with black hair), on drums was Pat Torpey (Mr. Big) and I can't remember the bass players name but he was awesome. Ronnie had some technical problems with his rig for a bit, so the bass player and drummer did some extended solos. Anyway, hope this helped and if anyone knows who the bass player was, it's driving me nuts.

PT ROXX

50MkII

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 11:20 pm:

Hey pdrummz,

Montrose had a young man about in his mid 20's to early 30's, from what I could tell. I couldn't make out his name when Ronnie introduced him... that voice-to-mic concert problem that I usually have a problem with recognizing spoken words. Ronni's singer did a GOOD job of filling in for Hagar-era singing. IMO, a really good choice. Drummer for Montrose was Paul Torby. The drummer for Hoey...?? Uh, I cannot remember his name but think it's the same drummer he has used in the last 2+years, I could only identify him by face.

50MkII

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 11:07 pm:

PT and PT fans,

I've been meaning to say this for some time....the timing seems right.
PT, while others are anxiously awaiting, if not feverishly pushing the release of a new CD from you, I would like to offer my full support to you on many accounts. First, YOU wait until YOU feel it's the right time and do what is best for yourself. Only you are capable of understanding what's the best possible timing and production for the next studio CD. Second, good CD's and many things in life take time to put together a vintage piece of work. The type of work that leaves people in awe for time to come, the type of work that deserves to be played time over and over over the years. Most of the greatest artists and musicians of ours and times past have only produced their best performances when they are good and ready not their companies or, dare I say it, even their fans. Montrose was recently interviewed saying that Gamma broke up for this very same reason - the company was pressuring them to come out with a "hit single" (crazy people). They have to be in-to-it before it carries on that unmistakeable quality of personal greatness (just think of your "boss" and you'll know what I mean). Jeff Beck only tours occassionally ( when he is good and ready, for the most part) - weaving in and out of the absurd music biz. Beck only picks up his guitar on occasion. Too much of a good thing is bad and wears out its novelty and enjoyment... Beethoven produced perhaps his best, most comprehensive piece of work before he died, while his real son scothed about it behind his back. Put simply: great musicians and artists do things when THEY think it is right and the time is opportune for their direction. Thirdly, with all the touring you and the band are doing I can only imagine how much this can wear you down (not to mention fatherhood and family). The last thing we want to see happen is for you and the band to get burned out and loose that spark of creativity and enjoyment that eminates from your mind out to the mic and your fingers. Folks, have you ever noticed how the musicians on this site (for those of you noting the posts) have not once made an attempt to rush or push for PT to produce that new CD?? Last, how many of us have looked back on something and said, "I could have gotten more..."? While PT is playing as good as ever, he is not getting any younger. I could go on but I hope people get the point. "I don't mean to preach" but just have a little more trust and faith in PT's professional judgment. The man has class!
I hope this has helped some uncover and reason through only some of the myriad of issues facing PT as he considers his next studio CD.

pdrummz

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 10:56 pm:

Man that would have been cool to see Ronnie and Gary play for sure. I didn't realize either of them were out touring. Where do you live BG that you were able to see both of them? My guess is CA perhaps.....

Couple questions from the curious musician mind.....
Who was singing and drumming for RM if you happen to know? Also if you know who was drumming for Hoey? If not no big deal, just wondering.

Chris F.

BognerShivaconvertafter10yearsof50MKii?

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 10:14 pm:

Hey Strat, BG, ...
Celestion emailed me back regarding the plastic cover coming off one of my G12H30 speakers. The "Doctor" recommeded using double stick pads, the cushion pads you get for various purposes that are sticky on both sides available from DIY (?) and craft shops. Just thought I'd let anyone who might be interested know.

Also, not to detract anything from the recent PT &PTB gigs, but I saw Ronnie Montrose last thursday here in town and the next evening was Gary Hoey at the same concert club. woooowhoooa!!
Strat, Montrose was playing through Bogners! One Bogner head using 2 2x12 Bogner cabinets with another set as a backup, as far as I could tell; 3 yes, 3 Goodrich pedals in series after another, rack gear: time analyzer (off during show), Mesa power amp (simulclass? - 1 space), and one rack space multi-fx unit (couldn't make out the model). After 2 days of searching the web, I could not identify what amp Ronnie was using so I called Bogner directly to inquire (the tolex and chasis were different colors than what Bogner supplies- black). I spoke to the tech person responsible for supplying Ronnie with the Bogners who told me he's using the Shiva EL34(boost for ch. 2,default) with the 2x12 Shiva size open back cabinets equipped with Vintage 30's (60wt). He said Ronnie sat and played that amp for about 10-15 min. before Ronnie told him he wanted one right now and one before he goes on the road. Ronnie sounded very much like he did back on the 70's CD's, but with richer harmonics, warmer, slightly beefier, tubelike quality. These tonal qualities that I was hearing just about floored me...I was stoked. I could go on but wanted to know if Strat, BG or others have had any experience with this amp? The closest dealer to me turns out to be in the bay area so I think I'll be taking some of my gear down and take the Shiva for a test drive this weekend - a bit of a stretch but after hearing that amp and reading the reviews, I cannot afford otherwise.

ginbel

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 08:56 pm:

Trust me when I say the new CD will be worth the hype and then some. Tough buis these days!! If I was Pat,..... I'd tell them them to shove it up their ass untill I had a real offer! He is sitting on a gold mine and no one in their right mind would give it away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know I am a little bit biased, but that is the way I see it. Remember Led Zep with all those killer releases...? That is where we are at with Pat. We really need to get the silly ••••• at the companies to recognize!!! The Pain is no joke!!! So hard to deal when you are not at the top of "The food chain" you know what???? It's the masturbation of the week with the "POP" artists. It's all good, but it doesn't satisfy like the real thing! Some day some one will see the truth. What ya' think? Even if they never do.... we know and that some times is enough and Pat knows it to. Look in his eyes and you know he knows if no one else does.

pdrummz

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 07:41 pm:

Hey Ian,

Well we both know what was the result of Frank Marino's long awaited CD release. With Marino in virtual hibernation and hardly what I'd call a comeback tour back in 2000, there is really not a comparison to what Pat has been doing. I guess we'll just have to be satisfied with what we experienced in Montreal and listen to the classic records and CDs of FM&MR.

I talked to Eric about the new PTB CD. Evidently there was a real problem when Spitfire Records was going to release Pat's new studio CD and as well as pick up and re-release the first 6 PT albums on CD for the first time. Once Polydor was approached by Spitfire to purchase the rights to them they promptly raised the stakes for the package 300%! Well it evidently put it out of reach to make it worthwhile. So as Eric put it, the new CD is "in the can" but just haven't got a record deal secured as of yet.

We all would love to see those classic PT albums on CD I'm sure, but right now it doesn't seem likely any time soon. Hopefully someday!!

Chris F.

Pntrdude1

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 07:26 pm:

Hey there Mr Fehling, Ian here. Glad you had a good time at PT's show last week. 12yrs is a long break from seeing the man. Anyway at least he gets out more than Frank does. I think he's in hibernation again, and when are we going to see gigs by Frank M that do more than just hug the canadian border.

pdrummz

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 07:12 pm:

A single day ticket for all-day access to the Universal Studios Park (where PT is playing on the stage next to the water) is $49.99. I was fortunate enough to have a relative that works at Universal to get me in for free. I am originally from Orlando but now live in god-forsaken Ohio .....hehe. The park is a good time if you want to make a day of it. It does get packed on the weekends so be ready for it. Pat played from 6:45pm until just after 8pm followed by a Mardis Gras parade right through the heart of the park near the stage also.

Here the songs PTB played when I was there at Universal Studios on Friday 3/22. I did not write any down so they are definitely not in order. Also there was a medley of four classic PT tracks towards the end of the setlist as opposed to the full versions so you will have to forgive me if I am incorrect on which ones exactly were included. Remember this is only what I recall and I am sure there is something that could definitely be incorrect or missing here but it should be pretty close I would say:

1. Heat In The Street
2. Ice Queen
3. The Pain
4. Elijah
5. Stevie
6. Snortin' Whiskey
7. Rock N Roll Susie
8. Life In London
9. Hooked On Music
10. Makin' Magic
11. Gettin' Betta
12. Whipping Post (Allman Bros. cover tune)
13. Fortunate Son (CCR cover tune)
14. Boom Boom (Out Go The Lights)
15. Daylight Come and Me Wanna Go Home (not sure of the title of this reggae song - cover tune)

Enjoy all that are going to attend this next weekend, I am sure you will like the show!

Pat is still one of the greats in my mind!!

Chris F.

ginbel

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 03:25 pm:

Hey John the admission is $47.00 each. We'll be there Friday also.

John Howe

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 02:40 pm:

Hey, Gimbel, Pdrummz, Jamalamb, just how much were ticket prices for admission to Universal to catch the band? I noticed that ginbel used an exclamation point when he said "bring your money!". Do I need to knock off a liquor store on the way up there to be sure to have enough cash? I`ll be up there THIS Thursday and Friday for sure. I`ll slide over to Palm Harbor on Saturday to catch PT, though Eric and Rick won`t be with him Saturday.

Hey Pdrummz, glad ya had a chance to catch up with PT, Eric, and Rick. They all play numerous instruments and are capable of playing a wide variety of styles, they`re really very versitle musicians. I caught a show back in November where Eric and Rick played with there own band, "7th Fold" and I was really impressed. I bought their CD "Strange Days Again" and I`ve played it often.

Hi Denise, I hope to run into youz guyz this weekend!

Denise

Posted on Monday, March 25, 2002 - 06:20 am:

Hey Everyone, Just a note to let everyone know that Pat and the Band are kicking ass at the mardi gras celebration in orlando, Universal has a pass for $100.00 that will get you all access and it's good for a year, Don't let them talk you into the $160.00 pass. C.U.AROUND DNK

Posted on Sunday, March 24, 2002 - 08:39 pm:

Yeah cindy, it IS taking a while to get the Yahoo site up. Thier all doing that to show more ads when ya log on. Would love to see a set-list. I was in a Arts-N-Crafts store this weekend and can get a killer deal on some shirts, and maybe do the Camp Hieni 2 for NYE 2002. Just sounds like a cool idea. Guess I should call Bruce. Anybody hear ANYTHING about the Camp Hieni video shot by Carl????? Would love to see it!!!! gREG

ginbel

Posted on Sunday, March 24, 2002 - 05:15 pm:

Actually I found out it is not City Walk, it is in Universal Studios. You also have to pony up some cash to get in to see them too. Just a warning. Bring your money!

CINDY

Posted on Sunday, March 24, 2002 - 05:09 pm:

Hi everyone. I believe the yahoo club is being converted over to yahoo group, I think it is taking a while to trasfer because there are many posts and pictures in the albums. It should be back up soon.

You lucky people seeing PTB at City walk!! I sure had a great time there when I seen them play that same place the end of Nov.

pdrummz

Posted on Sunday, March 24, 2002 - 09:46 am:

Just got back to Ohio after catching the PTB at Universal Studios FL on Friday night. I haven't seen Pat live for about 12 years and I have to say he is as good as ever! I used to see him often in Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando years ago. His voice sounded great and the band was awesome. Eric and Rick are fantastic musicians. I got a chance to talk drums with Eric a bit before the gig and met Pat and Rick afterwords. All were extremely approachable and friendly.

Hats off to the Pat Travers Band for a fine show and treating fans with respect. I am a huge fan of your music Pat and hope to catch you again soon. Now ......just get an Ohio gig so I can come out and rally for you PT!!

Chris Fehling

Anonymous

Posted on Saturday, March 23, 2002 - 04:50 pm:

would somebody please post a set list?

Posted on Sunday, March 31, 2002 - 09:54 pm:

Richard:
I remember Walter Trout when he was with John Mayall. Another fabulous guitarist with him at that time was Coco Montoya. Coco will be touring soon and has a new CD out. Check him out when you get a chance. A member of one of my corporate bands (and a Firefall alumni)is going out with him as a second guitarist. I jammed with Coco years ago, trust me, he's a monster!

Regarding the posts on Taylor Dane: I think she's a great singer. I saw her in a movie playing a stripper - not a bad actress. Whatever her sexual preference - who cares?
If I discover that she's also a guitarist, I'll post her equipment list for Anonymous.

grEg

Posted on Sunday, March 31, 2002 - 08:40 pm:

SAXON???? Damn...theres an Acid flashback!! Loved that song "Motorcycle Man", And I saw the pix of Taylors new babies.......and who's the other girl?? Thats probably her partner......girlfriend........something. Maybe PT donated the seed!! hahaha! Anyone gonna tell us what the actual set-list is for the Studio gigs? Are they throwing anything in new? And i still can't get Cin's yahoo cluc/group. g

Andrew Turner

Posted on Sunday, March 31, 2002 - 06:48 pm:

does anyone know where i could get a version of pat's new song elijah about his son... i love that song so much... thanks for your time...

richard

Posted on Sunday, March 31, 2002 - 02:53 pm:

just bought that new walter trout cd "go the distance", it rocks,

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Sunday, March 31, 2002 - 04:35 am:

HÉ GILL!

Save, save and save money for the next time then,
there will be ten gigs in a row later this year....haha, just dreaming.
We wish you also a great time with the band again.
Enjoy all the gigs you see, we do also.
Last friday we saw the British rocksensation Saxon
again and that was great fun. Making pictures of course, still practising for PTB to come. It's gettin' bette all the time, haha.
The week before we saw Walter Trout and SAMUEL EDDY (so we know what we can expect with PTB) and Ana Popovic, great too. Trout is alway's rockin' the place down. Pics again.
Have fun and maybe till later!
Greetingzzzzzz Andries and Wilma!
PTB ROXX!!!!

Gill Comer

Posted on Sunday, March 31, 2002 - 02:05 am:

Hi Andries and Wilma,

Sorry I won't get to see you in Holland this time round. I just spent a month touring the UK with Judie Tzuke (the best singer in the world) and have NO money left. I'm doing all the British dates and that'll be it. Maybe later in the year huh? Have a great time at the gigs. Dave Edmunds is playing in London in May too..and I haven't seen him for years. Gill in London.

Andrew Turner

Posted on Saturday, March 30, 2002 - 03:39 pm:

hey everyone, i went and saw PTB in Universal Studios 2 nights and i loved them... first time i had heard of them. I'm a drummer so i especially liked Eric's rad moves. Oh yea, i got a pair of his sticks he threw at me and after the concert i got them autographed it is so cool. I'm really lucky!

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Saturday, March 30, 2002 - 05:33 am:

Hé HAMMERHEADS!

Some new info for the Holland gigs, the PTB gig with Samuel Eddy and Rick Derringer on May 11 is NOT in Hardenberg, it is replaced on the same date to venue Pan (Terborgseweg 23, 7064 AA, Silvolde, phonenr. 0315-323214) in Silvolde.
We don't know why. The Hardenberg site say's so.
Waiting for PTB to come.....

Andries and Wilma PTB ROXX!!

Ego B

Posted on Saturday, March 30, 2002 - 12:06 am:

Heavens to Betsy...I had a dickins of a time discovering there was something wrong at the "club". Thanks Cindy fir letting us know that it won't be down for-ever. A member in good standing, Ernie.

CINDY

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 08:46 pm:

Hey Roxy, the Ginbels site is at
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pattraversband/

randal

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 04:22 pm:

ROCK

randal

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 04:21 pm:

yeah, like regarding Stevie and the song --

"I guess he doesn't LIKE it . . " snicker sneer

what a very COOL solo gig. I laugh every time I hear it, cause you can just see the heck-eatin' grin on ol' PT's face as you listen to every word

he is one cool dude, huh folks? funny that out of all the orck musicians whose stuff I truly enjoy, Pat's the only one I really cared about meeting. The getting to know him part was a HUGE bonus . . It really is a good life after all

Anonymous

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 04:20 pm:

Yeah, Taylor Dayne is a Cunning Stunt...jeez this board is monotonous..who cares about what equipment anybody but Pat is playing!! Not interested in amateurs...yada yada yada...

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 11:53 am:

way way way before SRV passed, I might add...

Contact Ginbel about getting the Solo CD. You'll hear PT talk about this and other interesting things.

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 11:52 am:

"Stevie" was written about PT's younger brother Stevie.

Anonymous

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 07:43 am:

was stevie written as a tribute to stevie ray vaughan?

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 05:31 am:

maybe Taylor is bi....her website says she just recently had some babies

Anonymous

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2002 - 01:45 am:

yada yada yada

50MkII

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 09:57 pm:

Strat-
Thanks for the heads-up on the ebay listed Shivas. However, I'm just going to have to go to Bogner's bay area dealers to try it out. One has the EL34 combo, another has the 6L6 head, two different Ecstasy models and Bogner's newest amp. Will be nice to audition all of them(if I have the time), nevertheless. BTW, the tubes aren't really that much of an issue since the power tubes they use are Svetlana, which is all I use(they are pretty consistent), and I'll be bringing preamp tubes along to compare (they use the Chinese 12AX7's in their amps). That is, assuming they're biased correctly, etc. I'm going to lug part of my setup with me including my 50MkII which will help serve as the ultimate benchmark for discriminating tone.

Strat, BG -
I received info on how Montrose is running his rig with those Shivas. Hit me with a post if interested.

greG

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 09:56 pm:

Pick the new CD title......."Consider yer Ass Kicked...the PAT TRAVERS BAND" Randal, think i just found out taylor dayne is a lesbian......and still i weep. g

Strat Magoo

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 07:12 pm:

Hey Z, The Cunning Stunts was a one-off side project Pat did a few years back. No studio recorded tracks that I'm aware of, but there may be a bootleg of a live show floating around out there somewhere. I've never heard of one though....

50-MKII.......I have no experience with the Bogners...so I'm afraid I'm no help to you there...Heard nothing but great things about them! Currently there is a Shiva combo and a Shiva head up on Ebay that may save you a quid or two, but the drawback to that is that you don't get to wail through it before deciding to buy. And as we all know, if tubes are involved, they'll all sound a bit different....Good luck, and let BG and I know what you find out!

BG...any luck tracking down you-know-who???? Sorry, but no reply yet on this end.

Richard

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 05:09 pm:

what was that about the cunning stunts? when did pat play with them and did they record anything?

Roxy

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 12:01 pm:

Cindy what is the website address for Ginbel's Rich and Nancy?

CINDY

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 11:57 am:

Hi everyone!
The Pat Travers yahoo club isn't working right now

. They are converting it over to yahoo groups......they said it should only take one day, but it has been way longer now. I have contacted them, they said it is taking longer then they expected to convert over. I think it is cause there were many posts, and the photo albums are full too. they should have it back up soon. I will post here once they have it going again. wish I was in FL seeing PTB with everyone, have one for me

randal

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 11:39 am:

BG - I might have seen Mark with Heart in about '84 in San Diego -- chatted with a blondish Heart bass player after a show right about then.

gREG - Taylor Dayne, huh? I'll have to find a shot of her on the net.

CSNY was effin' EXCELLENT last night! It was a biot like the Neil Young show featuring Crosby, Stills and Nash, but there ain't nuthin wrong with THAT!
Carry On
Wooden Ships
Harvest
Suite Judy Blue Eyes
Old Man
Southern Man
Our House
Teach Your Children
The Lee Shore
many others and some VERY COOL new stuff

GO if you get the chance - I thoroughly enjoyed the show. Now COME ON, PT ! I'm ready for a good ass-kicking

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 08:08 am:

RIP
Randy Castillo
1950-2002

I got a chance to meet Randy when PT was playing with the Cunning Stunts. Nice guy, awesome drummer.

I guess the original Cunning Stunts will never be able to get back together now.

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2002 - 07:35 am:

Jack wrote:

Quote:
Ed what happened between PT and Shrapnel as one of his concerts was recently recorded by them but a while back they parted company are they back with them now?

Jack,
I'm not sure what the current status is with Shrapnel. But I'm sure that Pat is always welcome to record for Blues Bureau. IMO some of his best songs came out of the Blues Bureau years.
Ed

gREG

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 10:36 pm:

Damn Cindy!! I give up on trying to get into yer Yahoo site. It gave me Rich/Nancys but deleted yours. How do i find yours? Wish we were partying at the FL PTB shows w/ ya'll!! g PS, Randal, just got my Taylor Dayne tix for April. She makes me weep....

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 09:05 pm:

Hey Ed:
Thanks for the info regarding Pyramid.

Randal: I joined a few years later than that (1982). The bass player you saw in Idaho was Mark Andes. Ironically he quit Firefall to join Heart in the eighties!

randal

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 04:04 pm:

PS - No PTB shows here tonight, so Grace and I are going to Crosby Stills Nash and Young with Guitairst Tom and his wife. "What the hell is Strat doing up there?" hahahha I have a feeling 'ol Neil will be a crack up. Shouldn't be a dry eye in the house. Don't laugh, ya little bass-turds! I've been listening to these guys since GRADE SCHOOL

later

randal

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 01:50 pm:

hey BG

were you in Firefall when they played in Stateline, Idaho, at the raceway (circa'75)? I was there. The only eighth grader to hitchhike to the show from the Tri-Cities (only Strat knows where THAT is). Allen Lanier of BOC was more ripped than I've ever see him (believe it) and the next day, the promoter took off with the cash tow days early -- before Rainbow and Heart could play. Naturally, a riot ensued! We got out just before the Idaho State Bulls moved in and smoke began to trickle skyward -- what a show!!

Jack

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 08:53 am:

Ed what happened between PT and Shrapnel as one of his concerts was recently recorded by them but a while back they parted company are they back with them now?

Ed (Admin)

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 07:16 am:

Available Cliart

Board Formatting

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 07:07 am:

Rich wrote:

Quote:
We are now officially on VACATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have a GREAT time guys!!!!

I'm GREEN with envy....

All those shows in FL and I'm stuck here in So Cal.

Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2002 - 06:58 am:

Hey BG,

FWIW- Pat was talking with Pyramid a few years back... Nothing panned out.

Ed

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 06:54 pm:

Ginbel:
Has Pat ever considered contacting Pyramid Records? They're an independent label based in Miami. The head of the label is Allen Jacobi. He, among other things was our attorney while I was in Firefall. The reason why I bring this up is that they are mainly interested in giving classic rock type artists (Joe Walsh is one of many with this label)an avenue in which to pursue their recording endeavors.

pdrummz

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 03:53 pm:

"PAT AT UNIVERSAL"

Brian,

Read my previous posting down the page a bit by "pdrummz". It gives all the info about PTB at Universal Studios including a setlist.

He is playing IN THE UNIVERSAL STUDIOS THEME PARK right in the center of the park in front of the lake and directly across from the old fashioned baby blue colored "Mel's Drive-In." He is NOT playing at City Walk, you must gain access by buying regular admission to the Universal Studios theme park inorder to see him perform. Music starts at 8:30pm this week with the Park scheduled to close at 10:00pm.

General park hours are 9am until 10pm for March 24th - March 31st. Pat will be there all week with the exception of Saturday, March 30th. He has this gig for Saturday: 03/30/02 Palm Harbor FL - Porterhouse Rock Cafe.

You CAN'T miss the stage, the top cover over the stage stands probably 50ft in the air and is made of very flashy, bright colors!

Enjoy!!!

Chris F.

Brian

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 03:29 pm:

Where is the band playing at universal, ive seen 2 different spots, city walk or the theam parks,where and what time?? Thanks brian from ny

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 - 03:19 pm:

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We are now officially on VACATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Off to FLORIDA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I promise to try to get some real info from Pat, but you never know. I sure do not want to bug him about it! cya!!