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Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 10:47 pm:

BG-

I have one of my Marshall's up for sale currently and will sell my other once the Bogner arrives. Let's just say I've been a loyal Marshall user for years...anyways...Marshalls out Bogner in! Revered down in Florida for a good reason, bud. Reinhold's got a good thing going on with those amps. If his amps are as reliable as other reports I've read and as good as their customer support, then they are worth their weight in gold. I took my Marshall to A/B the two. Started off running the Marshall FULLY wound then switched the cables (Monster Studio Pro 1000) to the Bogner nearly fully wound and never went back to the Marshall for the rest of the audition!

CINDY

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 09:43 pm:

gREG you're too funny!!

gREG

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 09:34 pm:

Carl, consider yer room reserved! 3 shows....SWEET! Steve, ya'll still going to Tuscon? Sux bout Montrose gig. Say, how was Eric on vocals? The dude belts em' out!!! He was awesome at Camp Hieni!! Maybe Pat can play the Isreal/palistinian border and bring these peeps together. Imagine all of them standing together....holding hands.....the hatred gone.....and singing "Snortin' Whiskey" together. Brings a tear to my eye. g

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 08:27 pm:

Hey 50MkII:
How'd you like the amp compared to your Marshalls?
These Bogners are revered down here in Florida.

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 07:18 pm:

Hey Strat & BG -

Went this last weekend to the bay area to audition Bogner amps. Got the chance to really open the amp up. End result: I'm selling both of my Marshall's and converting to the Bogner!... 'nuff said?! Do not want to take up the space here to go into the details so post me if you like.

(50MkII)

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 07:16 pm:

John Howe

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 06:41 pm:

DAT WUZZ FUNN AND MERRY BIRTHDAY "TRICKY RICKY" !!! Yeah, the O-town and Palm Harbor thing was the palce ta be, no doubt! We all got to meet up and we even had a barbecue at Mitch & Kim`s, of Mitch & Kim fame, house. That Mitch knows how ta BBQ! Hey Denise, didja ever make it to Orlando and if ya did, sorry we missed ya! Man, 3 nights in a row of PTB & PT and GREAT friends, I`m still buzzin'!!! Yeah, life is GOOD!!!

Roadranger

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 01:04 pm:

Does anyone know when Pat really, really is going to release his new CD? Maybe he is going to "coordinate it with the launching of the next space shuttle flight", at any rate your guess is as good as mine - RR
Hey - what happened to my post this a.m.?

Rockin Roy

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 11:51 am:

Greetings all PT fans! This is my first post, but have been a long time PT fanatic!

Does anyone out there know why Pat never gets too far up the east coast?? I'm in the Philly area, which I feel has several PT friendly venues. Heck, if the guy goes to Holland, you'd think playing Philly or NYC would be a cake walk.

I guess I'm gonna have to plan a trip to the sunshine state soon.

Rock on!!

Bill

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 11:28 am:

On an interview at the Freebird Cafe you get the impression they parted company and what happened to the live album recorded there and the Glenn Hughes project they were working on also Pat was working on an album in October 2000 Ed can you shed some light on this please and will there be some new albums this year from PT/

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 11:25 am:

Happy BIRTHDAY Rick!

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 11:18 am:

Bill wrote:

Quote:
Ed what exactly happened between PT and Blues Bureau in the past?

Huh? What do you mean "exactly what happened"? They paid him... he gave them an album... Everyone lived happily ever after.

Bette

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 10:22 am:

Happy Birthday RICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It was great seeing you guys play and chatting
a bit. Too bad I missed Rich , Nancy and the
crew-one day difference!
GB

Steve Maybe Jimmy

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 09:44 am:

Carl, wow, 3 shows, how cool is THAT?! The crowd should ALWAYS be appreciative of the PTB!

One of the things that makes Pat such a joy to watch, is how he can't help but give his all, no matter what size the crowd is. I've seen him play for thousands, and I've seen him play for less than a hundred, and he has risen to the occasion each and every time. Truly a star!

Hey Carl, did you get to catch Dream Theater this tour? They did an amazing show here in LA.

Was looking forward to sharing the bill with Montrose, but unfortunately, he has canceled his tour for now.

Cheers all, and Happy Belated, Rick!

Cheers!
Steve

As always...

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 08:37 am:

Where can you get The Hendrix Set?

Bill

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 08:28 am:

Ed what exactly happened between PT and Blues Bureau in the past?

Carl

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 01:11 am:

Hey everybody! Survived FL and THREE (count 'em, three) PT shows, 2 with Rick and Eric and 1 with the talented (but not as good as Rick and Eric) Rex Rogers Band, got to meet and party with Rich and Nancy and John Howe and Mitch and Kim and some of their friends/relatives, had a blast! PTB rocked Universal...just too bad most of the audience wasn't sufficiently appreciative, but there were a few hardcore fans there for sure. Always a pleasure to see the boys rockin! Hello to Cindy, Randal, gREG, Bette (who I understand we missed by a day at Universal), Chad, Steve, Darren and everyone else. Hope all of ya are doing well!

Peace

Carl

P.S. The "mystery" song in the Universal set is "Iko-Iko", some New Orleans song or something.

P.P.S. We volunteered to get "bumped" on our flight to Florida and each got a $300 travel voucher....Phoenix NYE looking like a good possibility...save us a bed gREG! LOL

Andries

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 10:31 pm:

Thanx Cindy.
Well Rick,
when we read Cindy's answer of the birthday's, it was already April 3. But still..
HAPPY belated BIRTDAY!! Heinekens will follow in the Heinieland!
Greg, shame Saxon does not come near you, hopefully one day they will. Or go to Brazil where they play too!! LOL.

greetingzzz Andries and Wilma!

gREG

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 10:08 pm:

Oh crap.....forgot, Happy Birthday Rick! How strange it must be to finally be turning 18. hahahahaha!!! Have 7 or 8 from me to you bro!!! g

gREg

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 10:05 pm:

WOW...bette in FL! Watch out Universal studios!!! Steve, will do my best to make the Tuscon show!! Give me more details as it draws closer. Randal, ya oughta check it out too! Andrie/Wilma, loved the Saxon site.....bummer nowhere near PHX. Thanx for the set-list.....was hoping maybe "Killer, Hotshot, Cold Shot(SRV), or My life is on the line" might be snuck in there somewhere......but i guess that would make it a 2hr show. PTBRULZ! g

randal

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 09:31 pm:

Happy Birthday, Rick Buddy! see ya soon

Sorry they're dissin' ya, jm -- NYE NEEDS a good rockin' from PTB. I heard one fo the new Rush songs last night, and I actually LIKED it (liked old but not new until then). There's hope for the new album . . . go see 'em

Richard

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 07:33 pm:

Hey whoever posted that last post about blu and signed my name to it is a pretty cheap shot i usually don't say much anything negative about anyone on this board, so whoever is using my name, I would appreciate you would use your own.

jmroxx

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 05:53 pm:

Jmroxx here still kicking ass, Cant •••••• beleive that pat is still not here in NYC.Oh well we still have rush. Jimmy

Richard

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 05:43 pm:

Blu is about as interesting as watching grass grow. He is also a rock star wanna be...What a joke - I would rather yank my tequila than worry about what blu or his untalented friends are using as gear...Blu get a job!!!

Anonymous

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 05:40 pm:

Saxon suxin...trust me...

Cindy

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 04:45 pm:

Hey, Wilma!
you are correct on Pat's b-day. Rick's is today, Eric's is Sept. 1, (I think)
Ginbels, I am sure you guys are having a rockin' vacation seeing PTB, looking forward to hearing about your trip when you are back. Wish I could have made it to Mitch and Kim's bar-b-q. Carl, Kendi how's your trip? waiting for review John!

cindy

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 04:39 pm:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RICK!!

Looking forward to seeing PTB in 2002

see ya soon

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 04:09 pm:

I know, I gave old news, oops. B

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 12:55 pm:

Hi there,
can enyone tell me the exact dates of the birthday's of the boy's. I know PT is on April 12, and Rick in the early April, I thought, but when exactly? And Eric?

Thanx anyway, Wilma.

Steve Zoso

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 11:39 am:

Howdy all,

Just wanted to pop my head in and see what's happening in the PT world. Thanks Chad, back atcha!

gREG, it's lookin good that my Zep band will be playing in Tucson June 8; ya up for a road trip? I'll buy ya one!

I've got a reunion gig of my Deep Purple tribute, opening for Montrose here in SoCal at Paladino's, in the beautiful San Fernando Valley May 3. And I won't even tell y'all how much he's makin!

Now we gotta get PT back on the west coast so I can swing an opener for that!

Sounds like everyone is digging the shows out in Florida, wish I could make it out there. Best of luck to PT, Eric & Rick on gettin the new album out!

Cheers all!

Steve Z

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 11:28 am:

Walter wrote:

Quote:
Ed is PT still on Blues Bureau?

Walter,

As I stated in a post earlier this month. I'm not certain what the current status is with Blues Bureau. I do know that they have asked Pat to continue recording with them.

Hopefully Pat will continue to churn out more of his unique style of blues classics with Blues Bureau and ALSO get a KILLER deal on some of his newer stuff.

Lord know he deserves it. And ya gotta give him credit for holding out. The songs that Pat has been marketing around are BIG TIME. Crash and Burn/Black Pearl BIG TIME in my opinion. Awesome stuff. Pure PT...and it doesn't get any better than that!
Ed (out)

Walter

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 11:10 am:

Ed is PT still on Blues Bureau?

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 11:07 am:

Bette wrote:

Quote:
Pat says....

Oh Oh is Bette in Orlando?!!?

Too cool!

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 11:01 am:

Walter wrote:

Quote:
Has he not got one with Blues Bureau?

My guess would be that the songs that Ginbel is talking about will probably not make it onto the Blues Bureau label.

Walter

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 10:52 am:

Has he not got one with Blues Bureau?

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 10:46 am:

Walter wrote:

Quote:
If his new album is ready what is he waiting for?

My guess would be a GOOD record deal?

Ed (Admin)

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 10:41 am:

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Walter

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 10:28 am:

Ginbel enlighten us as to what is going on with PT's new album when you return and what is going on with himself and Blues Bureau these days. Also if he has a load of songs we have yet to hear name a few of them I'm sure the fans would like to know. If his new album is ready what is he waiting for? !!!!!

opps-addition

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 08:46 am:

91/2- Medley
a-makin magic
b-rock n roll susie
c-gettin betta
d-I la la la love you

universal set-list

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 08:42 am:

1-Hooked on Music
2-Life in London
3-Just enough money,2 buy me a case of the Blues
4-Ice Queen
5-The Pain
6-Elijah
7-Stevie
8-Fortunate Son "Freight Train on Vocals"
9-Jock-a-mo ??????
10-Whipping Post
11-Snortin
12-Boom Boom
13-Born under a bad Sign

Bette

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 08:33 am:

Andrew Turner, When did you get the drum sticks
I think I saw ya!!! Gettin' Bette

Bette

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 08:28 am:

Pat says he's going to be in Darrington at the
Whitehorse outside arena again this August.
Bette

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Tuesday, April 02, 2002 - 04:39 am:

Andrew said

Quote:
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...

Hi Andrew...PT does "Elijah" on his live Solo CD. Contact Ginbel on this board or look on eBay for it to get your copy now!

bill

greG

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 09:22 pm:

Yo Chad, Cin, Darren.......makin those NYE plans w/ everyone else, right??!!! Andries/Wilma, will check out Saxon site. Think i saw them w/ Iron Maiden YEARS ago (hence, the "acid flashback"), and will see them live if they get here to PHX!! Taykor dayne references because I'm goin to her show here.........lesbian or not!!! She's HOT!!!! Annonapuss is funny. g

Richard

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 08:00 pm:

you know blu might be a good guy but he was posting a lot of stuff that we really got tired of hearing, it got old post after post, you know sometimes why cant everyone kinda chill out a little.

Anonymous

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 05:49 pm:

I just spanked my Trout an hour ago...it spit at me so I put it back in the "trouser" farm. Come on!!

Richard

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 04:10 pm:

of course we are listening andrew, that song is supposed to be on PT's new cd, It has already been recorded, we just don't know when it is gonna be released.

Chad

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 03:35 pm:

Hey Cindy and Darren. Actually I live about 3 hours from Owensboro, but I aint gonna let that stop me! You know you guys are welcome to crash with me. I read the board every day, I just dont have time to post. The benefit concert is this weekend and I am extremely busy with it. And I badly need it to stop raining so the ground will dry out. Cya.
p.s. Hey gREG, Randal, Ed, Rich, Bette, Steve, Carl, Kendi, Kim, Jim, Richard, Ian, John Howe, Bruce, Ann & John, Eric, Rick, sorry if I left anyone out.

Andrew

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 02:06 pm:

does anyone ever listen to me?

dwraff

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 01:50 pm:

Hey Cindy...Chad is less than an hour away from Owensboro....I've already looked into going myself.

As far as the eccentric Mr. Blu Hawley goes...I've also met Blu & his wife last September at PTB's San Juan Capistrano gig. I too thought he was friendly & sure treated us exhausted travellers very kindly.

PTBROXX!!!

Darren

roadranger

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 10:28 am:

I met this guy Blu Holly (sp?) at the BYRDS concert at the Reno Hilton - he was a real down to earth guy - his wife was a knockout. If I were to judge a book by its' cover I'd say that what ever problems he had he seems to be pretty mellow and cool. Very knowledged about PT and Montrose that is afact jack. - I'm new to your site, but a regular on Ronnieland.com. From some of your posts I'd say you read this guy wrong - just an opinion. Hope you are all positive on this site - it's more fun that way. - The Roadranger

Anonymous

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 10:23 am:

I still love PT no matter what you say ginbel.

Cindy

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 08:32 am:

Hey Chad, how far are you from Owensboro KY - Owensboro Center PTB 06/22/02, not listed as vcr,

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Monday, April 01, 2002 - 02:31 am:

Yo Greg, you like Saxon? Check out their new cd, 'Killing Ground'! It rocks!
They come to America too, April 5 till April 14. Look at their site, www.saxon747.com, and you can see where they come. Their show is worth the money, cause a 2-hour gig means nothing for them!
They really enjoy playing for a mad crowd, so you would fit in there too, LOL.
And about Walter Trout, he comes twice a year to Holland, and of course we go to his gig every time. And he never dissapoints you, (just like Pat and his good guy's!), alway's rocking and 'talking' with his old guitar. His guitar is one year younger than me, guess how old I am. (Wilma).
Greetingzzzzz Andries and Wilma!

PTB ROXX!!!!

Rockin Guy

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 12:50 pm:

Hey Ed dude are you gonna respond to my last post and why does PT never post here it would be nice if told the fans what is going on with his current musical affairs and the new album.

randal

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 12:40 pm:

Happy Birthday, Kim! If it was yesterday,, tehn maybe I'm only a day late.

I'm in Port Angeles all week, so if you don't hear from me that's why.

Hey Darrin - I'm gonna check out that site. It'll be a kick seeing the band there. Where do you guys stay? Cindy? What's the scoop? I wanna book a room right in town if it's not too late.

gREG for President? He between him and Monica (Lewinski, for fear of other dumb-assed interpretations), they'd never fit under the desk!

Jeff Neck -- is that June 8?

Strat - the owner of Mountain Star is making overtures about having us build the resort. Who knew? That'd put us in town quite a bit, maybe building a small hotel of our own right next to the Brick. Will keep ya posted. No plans to be back in town just yet, but will probably be back in the next few weeks. When I do, I'll make concrete plans to be there -- no snow and an early start should help.

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 12:28 pm:

WOW, we woke some people, Saxon is back in the ears again! Cool.
Greg, just saw you're post on the S-site, very cool! (a little late, we know that).
Ginbels, good that you had a great holiday. Check you're post really good now.

PTB, Saxon, Ozzy, Halford, Walter Trout, Steve Vai, Steve Lukather, Uriah Heep, and so on..they all ROCK!
Andries and Wilma.

By the way, is there a more specific site-link to the freebird interview, cannot find it!

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 12:10 pm:

Daz wrote:

Quote:
Ginbel what is the current status between PT and Shrapnel?

Hey Rich and Nancy,

Welcome back! Looks like it's your turn

Hey Daz what is your trip?

Ed

Daz

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 11:28 am:

Ginbel what is the current status between PT and Shrapnel?

ginbel

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 08:26 am:

WOW! Just got caught up with reading the back posts I missed. I think someone has a blu infatuation. ahhh... young love. spring is truly in the air. Florida was fantastic as usual! Finally had the chance to meet some more of the PT family. What a bunch of great people! Even my friends from Tampa thought so. Had the opportunity to chat with Monica. She is so sweet! The Universal gigs are similar to the regular shows. Just a couple changes, Eric sings "Fortunate Son" by CCR, and the band does that "Iko, Iko" song. Too funny on that last one. I think Universal is kinda corny, but the tourists like it. Then you have the band just blasting away. They stand out like a diamond in a pile of rocks. The crowd sort of comes and goes. The kids seem to most appreciate the music. The adults that have probably been in the park since morning look pretty tired from dragging the kids around all day. Anyway back to work. Peace out Rich

Dwraff

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 07:32 am:

Happy belated Birthday Kim!!! I always enjoy reading your posts because they are always so positive & upbeat!

Anyone looking for info regarding PTB's Whitehorse Mountain Classic Rock Festival gig in August? Go to www.shadowpromotions.com

PTB & Saxon ROXX!!!

Darren

Anonymous

Posted on Saturday, April 06, 2002 - 10:00 pm:

Test

ginbel

Posted on Saturday, April 06, 2002 - 01:07 pm:

Happy belated b-day kim!!! We just got in from Florida. Thanx to Mitch and Kim and all those who opened thier homes and hearts to us!!!! Nice to hang out with the band again! What a great bunch of guys!!! I know I promised to ask about the new CD, but after talking with Monica we decided not to bother him with that. Never liked discussing business stuff anyway with him. You know what, we'll get it when we get it. or not. Post more later . Peace out Rich

Rockin Guy

Posted on Saturday, April 06, 2002 - 11:47 am:

WWW.Jacksonville.com

Richard

Posted on Saturday, April 06, 2002 - 09:05 am:

what is the web address of that article?

Rockin Guy

Posted on Saturday, April 06, 2002 - 01:34 am:

The Freebird Cafe PT played last year and he was interviewed and in the interview he says that once an artist has had a day in the sun the record company want to move on and he is currently without a deal. PT recorded a live album there in 2000 and it was supposed to be out
in November 2000 according to this post page around that time. Also PT was going to put an album out with Glenn Hughes last year which still hasn't seen the light of day. Recently Shrapnel recorded his show in Illonis for a future release so is he back signed to them now and Ed you say he has been asked to record for Shrapnel again and I take he is still looking for a better deal?
Yes I got the two albums you mentioned and what the fans would really like to know what exactly is going on because according to other posters it was ready and coming out last year. The Freebird Cafe is a venue in Florida PT plays you can find the interview on there website. Over and out!

KiM

Posted on Saturday, April 06, 2002 - 12:03 am:

Oh Happy Birthday to me, hanging with the PTB!!! Yeah, we finally made it into Orlando to check out the boys and it was most superb!!! Killer stage show and it was loud, the house was a rockin!Will post more tom. yada yada yaada!!! Thanks guys for the birthday wishes, it was a grand time. Rock on!!! KimPossible

Strat Magoo

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 06:10 pm:

Hey Kimmy Bear! Happy birthday to ya! Please, please, please have a drink or three for me in your honor! Have a great time!

CINDY

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 05:35 pm:

Hey, Kim, happy b-day!!! I thought it was april 6th though?

John Howe

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 05:01 pm:

HEY YOUZ GUYZ!!! It`s Kim`s, of Mitch and Kim fame, birtday today so everybody say "HAPPY BIRTDAY, KIM!!!"

Richard

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 04:31 pm:

what is the freebird site?

Anonymous

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 04:25 pm:

test

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 12:18 pm:

Blur - that was an awesome setlist. I happened upon it and just had to post it

Just further proof that

blur

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 11:57 am:

Ed-that's too cool that you mentioned a setlist from 12-9-82. My first ever PT show was 12-15-82 in Greensboro, NC when he opened for Aerosmith. Didn't he have Joey Jelf on tour with him on the Black Pearl tour? I know he had Don Harriss, Sandy Genarro, and Mars with him as well. He blew away Aerosmith so bad, in large part because Perry and Whitford had departed and Steven Tyler was smacked out on heroin, but also because Pat's WAY better than those guys even when they are sober. People dug Pat so much and were streaming out of the place during Aerosmith's show. Rose Tattoo was the opening band with PT sandwiched between them and Aerosmith. What a great memory!

PT Rocks! "Blur"

randal

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 11:47 am:

Hey Ronnie Van Cant -- dunno, but maybe

Anonymous

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 11:19 am:

alright, here is my guess, this Roadrager, and all the "other" new names and posts lately about blu, have been blu himself! why keep asking the same questions over and over, I think this person is trying to get to Ginbel and Ed, get over it!!

roadranger

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 10:57 am:

Hey Richard that's cool man. I'm glad you are this cool. However, it's pretty uncool to use your name and talk about "yanking tequillas" that's crude and vulgar, like the guy who wrote it. Shows no class huh? I wonder if the impersonator Richard knows anything about the Blu and Crissy I met? Blu seems like a strong silent type - my Dad always use to tell me to watch out for those guys, but he really is a nice fellow. Did I mention his wife is a babe? My wife was a babe until I met his wife. Blu if you are checking this site - no offense brother. People really have misready you dude. Don't c\let people change you man. I called him (blu) yesterday. He was listening to THE rADIOACTIVE cd, I could hear it in the background. We are going to see Eddie Money together tonight. He said the drinks were on him AGAIN. Now how cool is that? - late RR

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 10:32 am:

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Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 10:11 am:

Rockin' Guy wrote:

Quote:
Read all about it on The Freebird website and he wasn't why is he still trying to get a deal for his next album

Rockin' Dude,

What point are you trying to make here?

If I were really concerned about it I would make it a point to ask Pat myself. I'm not. I know how these things go. Pat is going to do what he feels is best. He has to be as much a businessman as a musician.

With that said do you know of a professional musician that is NOT trying to sell their latest album?

Pat is and will always be on the lookout for a good record deal. He has the material. No doubt about it.

One thing I'm sure of and that is any future Blues Bureau releases (If there are any) would not include most if any of the songs that Pat is shopping around to other record companies.

Now I have a question for you.... Did you purchase a copy of "Don't Feed The Alligators" and/or "Blues Tracks 2"? Answer honestly....

Rockin Guy

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 08:51 am:

Read all about it on The Freebird website and he wasn't why is he still trying to get a deal for his next album

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 07:38 am:

Rockin' Guy,

Pat was not dropped from Blues Bureau and I don't know what the current status is with them.

Rockin Guy

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 07:31 am:

Why was PT dropped by Shrapnel and is he recording again for them now ED?

Posted on Friday, April 05, 2002 - 12:40 am:

Hey Shiva:
If you can, I would still hold on that 70's era Marshall, even if you get the Bogner. Some of the best sounding ones were from that period. It's a shame that Marshall quickly went downhill in the tone department by the eighties and now that Korg owns them - well you can guess the rest. I'm saying this because I once owned a '59 tweed Fender Bassman and sold it a year later (this was 25 years ago when I was playing guitar with Wayne Cochran & the C.C. Riders). Unfortunately I've yet to find a better amp even now(for my tastes). I regret selling it. If your Marshall sounds that good - keep it! The Bogner may have knocked you on your ass at the store - but everything sounds good in a music store. Take it home or better yet take it in a gig. That's where you're really going to hear it. Buy the Bogner and keep the Marshall!

When you talk about Ronnie Montrose and Bogners, Eric Johnson and Dumbles - the tone is coming from their fingers first and foremost. They could play out of the worst amps ever made and still sound great. Do what sounds good to you. Actually I think "Shiva" is a cool name for an amp).

Speaking of Montrose, I saw him with the Edgar Winter Group in 1973 - Great! What was cool was when he and Dan Hartman switched off (bass and guitar)to play "Free Ride".

I remember an excellent opening act called "Buckacre" that opened for the Pat Travers Band around the "Crash and Burn" era. Does anybody else remember them?

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 09:12 pm:

Setlist
12/9/82

1. The Fifth
2. Who'll Take The Fall
3. Life In London
4. I'd Rather See You Dead
5. I La La La Love You
6. Stevie
7. Amgwanna Kick Booty
8. Can't Stop The Heartache
9. Statesboro Blues
10. Snortin' Whiskey
11. Rockin'
12. Boom Boom
13. Sunshine Of Your Love

Richard

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 04:21 pm:

hey roadranger somebody posted that post and signed my name to it, it wasn't me, he just made a few people mad on the other site, Hey Ed i think that guy is talking about the denmark hendix music festival, when you gonna post some of those articles? Hey Rich and Nancy hope you made it home allright, Hey Cindy miss the chat, the voices of classic rock says that the concert that was recorded will be aired on vh1\direct tv in late spring.

Bitchie Rackmore

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 01:26 pm:

gREG for President! I think he's got the right angle on the mideast conflict! A round of 'Snortin Whiskey', and all will be forgotten!

gREG & Rand, I'd be more than honored if you guys made it! Still waiting on final confirmation, I'll post here as soon as I know.

Cindy, what's up with Yahoo? They ever gonna get your site back up? I miss gettin the emails every day!

Cheers all!
Steve Z

As always:

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 12:46 pm:

Andy wrote:

Quote:
Ed where can you get the Hendrix Set Cd?

What Hendrix CD set?

Bill

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 12:34 pm:

On the European Tour can we expect some new songs? and put Heat In The Street back in the set also along with Elaine.

roadranger

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 11:39 am:

Hey Richard. Whats up? I'm new to This PT kicks Ass site but noticed you mentioned about Blu. Have you ever met him. He paid for my dinner at the Kansas show where we met him. His wife is beautiful. He gave me a card that said he was a Sales Manager for Craftsman. He and I talked about all our favorites from the Days of Zeppelin Pat Travers, Montrose, Robin Trower and even the Hawkwind Space Ritual (hot album if you can get it). He is not a musician in any form and does not profess to be, so I;m sure he's not a wanna be. Just a huge guitar player fan is what my take was. I really liked him. He just sent me some copies of news articles on the big shows he's promoted. He used to do it all the time he said, now he does it every once in a while, so he said. He said he booked and promoted a recent show of PT's (The drummers birthday or something) can't remember his name though at the Coach or Satge Coach House? Can't remember what he said. His wife was very professional besides being ababe. That's all I know so far. Mentioned something about not coming on-line anymore - seemed to calm up about it. Don't know whay, but I can tell you this guy is a friendly, down-to-earh dude. He wouldn't have drink with me, but he bought me and my wife 4 or 5. All in all, he seems the opposite of what you said. He did say that Pat Travers and him went way back together and that to him there was no other for his favorite. He said he plays PT stuff more than anything and rarely listens to much else. - Ih well - late Robert

Andy

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 11:16 am:

Ed where can you get the Hendrix Set Cd?

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 09:26 am:

Hi... message board is acting wierd. I don't know why. I'm trying to fix it now. But it may become unavailable at anytime.

Just so ya know...

Ed@pattravers.com

grEg

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 08:46 am:

Ran, yes Steve's Tuscon show. It'd be cool to check it out!! Steve's got the first round!! Hi Cindy!!! Work? Under 8 months.....NYE2002! Bought tix for Dale Bozzio & Missing Persons/Hotels with "whats her name/ And Terri Nunn and Berlin......taking the wife & daughter. I'm certain this show will make me want to "RUN" to Florida to see PTB! g

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2002 - 07:05 am:

Magoo-

I lugged around my Marshall 4x12 G12H30 cabinet from the 70's - has that nice, mellow, rich tone of the older cabs. I also tried another Shiva out(6L6 version) at a different store with a Bogner 4x12 vintage 30 cab which sounded really nice! That combination sounded great. If I was in the market for a newer 4x12 I would look to a Bogner cab. A guy in his late 40's to 50's came in the room while I was auditioning the amp through my cabinet, who said he was currently into lite rock, commented "boy, that sounds great!" My cab was pointed in the opposite direction up against the back wall, to tame down its fully wound volume, when he heard it. EFX... I only tried my FD2 (brushed aluminum), TS9/808B and CAE buffer/splitter box using the same exact cables I normally use in front of my amp - combination of George L(vintage red like EJ) and Monster Studio Pro 1000. The only other piece of equipment I tried out along with the amp was my Hotplate. I only wished I would have brought along one of my fuzzes to try out. Even for the amount of time I spent auditioning them out I still did not have enough time to change the preamp tubes to my Mullards and a couple other things which to my judgment wasn't necessary, in the end, anyways. The amp has an efx loop which is tube buffered. Montrose uses the loop and if I choose to run it that way, I know it will sound good.

Those Dumble amps are very pricey! EJ stopped using his when a transformer went out. So, I do not know if they are truely reliable?? hard to find, I think. Also, he does not make a lower wattage head (aren't they over 100 watts?) but in the last EJ interview I read EJ did mention that he had heard Dumble was going to come out with a lower wattage version say 45 or 50 watt amp. Those amps are definately suited for large venues only.

Magoo...

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 11:15 pm:

Just curious Shiva...What kind of cab did you test these through? And did you take your FX setup with you? A longtime Marshall user convert is good adverts for Bogner. On another note...has anyone played through a Howard Dumble amp? Eric Johnson & Shawn Lane both have raved about them in the past.

Yo Rick! Yappy Herfbay poo youb!!! Amba many nnoooorrrr...Are 'ya healed yet???

As always...PTB King!

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 10:49 pm:

randal

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 - 10:48 pm:

Tucson, gREG? you mean the Robert Plantation show with Steve Why? maybe -- whad he say -- June 8? maybe

R

Richardanonymous

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 08:45 pm:

simon it is so simple you don't understand, black pearl was don't tell me what to do, don't feed the alligators what do you think that means? pat can smoke joe perry any day of the week and has, all the artists you mentioned have gone the way of selling out just to make a buck, pats music is from the heart, its not just to make another album and make another buck, he doesn't have to step away from the mike, just like guitar player magazine stated he is a rock guitar powerhouse.

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 06:53 pm:

Jim wrote:

Quote:
Daddy Long Legs!....

Thanks!!!

A1AAA1

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 06:12 pm:

Maybe my earlier post was misunderstood. I don't expect Ginbel or Ed to know or answer anything about PT. I don't expect them to be run and bug PT with every question someone throws out. That being said: I think it would be in PTs best interest to let people know when a new product is available. It has been discussed here in the past that PT has no representation and people in the past have had no clues about new releases or shows. Concerning PT touring, sometimes you can't find out if it's a PT show or a VOCR show. I know in the past some people went thinking they were going to see PT and wound up at a Brian Howe show. There our plenty of message boards and web sites out there that an artists manager or tour manager posts info about shows. I've heard rumor that PT does it all himself these days. That may or may not be true. The bottom line is that we are all big PT fans here. We would love a new cd. Whatever and whenever he chooses to put it out. We would love to see PT live performing new and old tunes. I think we all want the same thing. It dosen't have to turn into childish name calling.

PTROXX!!

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 05:54 pm:

Daddy Long Legs!

A father watched his daughter playing in the garden. He smiled as he reflected on how sweet and innocent his little girl was. Suddenly she just stopped and stared at the ground. He went over to her and noticed she was looking at two spiders mating.
"Daddy, what are those two spiders doing?" she asked.
"They're mating," her father replied.
"What do you call the spider on top, Daddy?" she asked.
"That's a daddy longlegs," her father answered.
"So, the other one is a mommy longlegs?" the little girl asked.
"No," her father replied. "Both of them are daddy longlegs."
The little girl thought for a moment, then took her foot and stomped them flat. "Well, we're not having THAT sort of •••• in our garden."

Later...Jim

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 05:48 pm:

Eddie Money
Ozzy
The Stones
Rod Stewart(?)
Bryan Adams(?!!?)
Jackyl
Aerosmith with or without JP.

Sorry...I'll still take PT any day.

Ed

Simon

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 05:20 pm:

Everybody is so uptight...lie back take a dip of snuff (or other more powerful drug) and get a grip! I am surprised that Pat has any fan base left after treading the same old ground for the past few years. Now Eddie and Ozzy are moving...why is that?? And whoever made the comment about Pat being way better than Joe Perry better look at results. Joe Perry is much more creative than Pat Travers and has sold WAY TOO MANY ALBUMS (regardless if you think he "sold out" or not. He is a great player who KEEPS UP WITH THE TIMES AS DID ROD STEWART. To play Heat in the Street with those weird (to the average listener) chords is not a way to make money. He knew that!! As far as a new record..what material does he have, who is managing the creative process - and most importantly, he should step away from the mike like Joe Perry did and let a competent vocalist take over...I have many suggestions in terms of singers...but face it - good singers are typically taken. I can count on 10 fingers singers who have the ability to sing well (rock singers) and sell records. You know who they are...Don't ever under estimate the power of "nowsville". A 47 year old musician must definitely adhere to change...The Stones did. Rod did, Aerosmith did, Bryan Adams did...need I go on?? I am not saying Pat has to rap...just keep up with the times. Also, Ginbel - I have no respect for your comments to others on this site. You seem to think that you are right and everyone else is wrong. Well, you are not always right and your rebuttals show your red-headed immaturity for debate. This world does not revolve around you and your shallow comments. Get a life boy!! By the way, I know all of you from concerts and am a little disgruntled with your behavior here. Never ever underestimate the power of change...you need change Ginbel!! Go buy a chainsaw and listen to Jackyl...real rock and roll! Come on boys lets party!

Richard

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 05:00 pm:

Ok the glenn hughes album was released it is called building the machine Pat is on it, Pat is doing the voices of classic rock band too, and has released a cd with them, www.rockforever.com He is very busy, just got back from hawaii doing a live show for vh1 and doing this orlando gig, I think hes working pretty hard, I have a lot of PT to listen to, His new cd will be on all the wire here when it comes out, I remember from 85 till about 91 there was no new Pt cds he has put out a bunch since then, so give us and yourself a f#%king break.

Anonymous

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 01:53 pm:

I think it is quite a coincidence that Blu used
to always sign off - I'm out Blu. Now it is
-I'm out RR. Just admit you are one of the same
and get over yourself!

ginbel

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 01:41 pm:

one thing more road ranger... just because YOUR experience with Blu has been all wine and roses or kisses and hugs or whatever you guys do, does NOT mean that is everyone elses experience. If as you say you just met him, then you are hardly in a place to judge his character and certainly NOT in a position to slam others who dislike the man.... right? Tell ya' what... we'll make it simple here and then leave it alone... The next time you see Pat, Rick, or Eric ask them what THEY think of your new best friend. Further more I have zero to say on the whole subject. The address here is www.pattravers.com !!!!!

ginbel

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 01:35 pm:

rockin'... look dude, as I have said about a million times before.... there is nothing to know. We normally hang out and DO NOT discuss business. I am not comfortable with his business and frankly, I don't care. I am happy with what I have and happy with what I am given. I mean are you tired of the old stuff? If not enjoy what you can and quit asking for more all the time. I've lost track..How many CDs are there of Pat's now? Probably a LOT more than most artists! So what exactly is the problem. How about being nice and let Pat do what he wants to do? Why bug him about it? I sure as hell am not bugging him about it for you! I did ask him a few months ago and his response was something like "looking for the right deal" Now, what the hell more do you want. Do you really want to harass him about it. I have gotten over it and so should everyone else. If you are a true fan, then give him a break and quit bitchin' about new material and covers and whatever else the complaint of the day is..... Okay?

Roadranger

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 01:28 pm:

Okay Farout - I can dig. Sounds like there are some pretty cool fans on this site and some not so cool ones. I'll drop mentioning Blu at that and say again that he is agreat person and you that say otherwise suck. Now to the matter at hand and this board Super PT and band. Just listened to School of Hard Knocks and freaked. That had Guitars from Hell on it. I didn't know who wrote it. You are a testy fellow. There are some other hot tunes on that CD. Do you know which ones were PT's? - I'm out RR

djmont

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 01:22 pm:

"I DOUBLE DAWG DARE PATRICK HENRY TRAVERS"
To come to Helena Montana in 2002 and rock the skulls of every man woman & child fortunate enough to see and hear the man "Makin Magic" What's up P.T.
djmont.

djmont

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 12:58 pm:

Ay' Pat, So it still seem's it's a bitter scene. How bout downloading some old stough for us relics like myself who can remember listening to life in london or Off Beat Ride through a one speaker cassette deck when I was first turned on to that P.T. sound that was rock'n my ass in my home town of San Jose, CA. It's that "Roto Sound" MAN, that you just can't find these days. You have, and all way's will remain one of my all time favorites. Last I saw you was in "THE BIG D" and smoked the motor city mad man off the stage. To say the least I wasn't suprised. Often remembered hard to find yours trully till the end of time. Because what's going down is not the same old SOUND. djmont!!!!!

Bette

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 12:28 pm:

Hey Rich, Maybe you should post that disclaimer
message once a day, ha!!

Rockin Guy

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 12:27 pm:

Ah yes but Ginbel since you are buddies you must know something?

ginbel

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 12:17 pm:

the very same questions have been asked and answered over 100 times in the past several months. It's get really old when there are no new answers. All you need to do is go back a little. Really the biggest problem is the same people always asking the same questions. The answer has not changed from yesterday or the day before. The thing you MUST bear in mind here, is that Pat, nor any official representative answers those questions here. This site is run by a dedicated fan... that's it. If you really want to know, go to a show and ask Pat.

A1AAA1

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 10:59 am:

Why is it so bad for PT fans to wonder about when a new PT release will be? I have wondered for close to 2 years. I don't want to know PTs personal business or how much money the man makes. As a fan I would like to know about current projects and new releases because I would buy them. I to wonder about the "live" release. I wonder about the project with Glenn Hughes. I wonder about the new PTB project of new material that was rumored to have been released last year. Has PT signed with Spitfire? Is he with Shrapnel or Blues Beareu? I don't know? I don't want to know the legalities. I just would like more info about the music of a guy that I have followed for over 20 years. Don't mean to step on any toes. Ed thanks for the board! Peace. A1A

ginbel

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 10:56 am:

Just to piss you off rockin'. C'mon, why are you asking me? Do you really think I would ask him a question like that? The obvious answer is he got paid to do it. I'd put out covers also if the money was right. Please stop asking these kind of questions! If it really pisses you off that bad, stop being a fan. I could care less.

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 10:53 am:

Yo Greg
We don't know how it works on the S-site, but give it a try, I would say so. Or Amazone.com maybe. We got it by ordering thru a popmerchandising 'store', especially for rock and metal. It's www.large.nl. but I don't know if they sell to America.
If nothing works out for you, then mail us.

One month to go....

PTB ROXX greetingzzzz Andries and Wilma.

By the way, thanx for the better link of the freebird site!

Rockin Guy

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 10:45 am:

Ginbel why does PT keep putting covers albums out and not originals and will a new album ever come out?

Anonymous

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 10:33 am:

Blu, you are truly sick if you think that nobody could see through your split personality disorder. It's as obvious as a high school crush.

My wife, er.. I mean his wife is really hot(brown nose)and he pays for eeeeeeverything(pathetic).

You're not fooling anybody, dude. ButtRanger, I mean Road Ranger=Blu, period.

Iamheasyouareheasyouaremeandwearealltogether.com

Anonymous

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 08:16 am:

Think about it. Read all his past posts....

Anonymous

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 08:08 am:

I think Roadranger is Blu the way he goes on and on about him

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 01:47 am:

Boy, do I love it when someone mentions Jerry Riggs! Hey guys, don't be so hard on Roadranger. I, like most of the people posting here, don't know or care about Blu(or his wife).

But from what I'm reading here from previous posts, there is no new CD from Pat, same setlist for years, etc.
If all the posts were just about the band, it would get a little boring, don't you think?

Speaking of Eddie Money, a friend of mine sang background vocals on his hit "Shakin'" - The story behind that session is quite interesting.

greG

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 10:37 pm:

Andries/Wilma...looked for some Saxon on CD at some record stores...no luck. Looks like I'll have to order. Should I go thru the site?? g

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 10:35 pm:

Re-release??????? C'mon.......give us the new ••••!!!! Eddie Moneys new CD is Jonesin for money.......we are "jonesin" for new PTB!!!!! Wish Pat could get in on the Sammy Hagar/ DLRoth tour! Wwwhhhhhhhaaatttta' party! Does ANYBODY have a copy of the Camp Hieni party/show???????? Who do i have to pay???? gReg

Richard

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 07:43 pm:

those tracks are on school of hard knocks anyway.

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 07:30 pm:

Hey Rich shoot me an e-mail...
I don't have your e-mail address.

Anonymous

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 07:19 pm:

Why would Pat want to re-release numbers that Jerry Riggs wrote? Jerry is no longer in the band. I'm with the other guys. Why should I care if Blu paid for drinks and has a good looking wife? This is the Pat Travers Band website! It's all about Pat, Rick, and Eric and the music. You need to give it a permanent rest. You're falling on deaf ears at this location.

richard

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 05:30 pm:

hey does anyone know that the gigs page on here is not coming up?

Richardanonymous

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 05:27 pm:

hey why dont you start a blu fan club page, and you and him can go to it, post to each other, and we can stay here and talk about pat and his band and everything will be back to normal here.

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 04:25 pm:

yep, that's pretty much it.

Anonymous

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 02:56 pm:

ello phillyslim back from lala land and nobody lovin' me. bitch bitch bitch is that all there is here anymore?

Anonymous

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 02:14 pm:

RR, why don't you start a Blu fan club...of one.

ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 12:56 pm:

I had girl scout cookies sent to my browser, but I ate them. Why would we sit around and talk about someone else, but the band members on this site? I'm glad you like him, but that's your business and "makes no difference" to me. I saw Eddie a few months ago. He was alright. He obviously has been seriously damaged by all the drugs he did. I guess he stopped a partying a little too late. Too bad. One final note... this site does not use cookies.

Roadranger

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 12:02 pm:

Wow, Eddie Money was hot Friday Nite at John Ascuaga's Nugget. Blu and Crissy paid for everything. I told him I was posting this site little. He said he couldn't get in anymore because someone sent "cookies" to his browser. He didn't talk about it any more. We had a blast - forgot how hot Eddie was. Said he had a new CD coming called Jonesin For Money. I read an anynomyous quote about Blu, but I'm not asking any questions over and over, just doing a little silent batting for a cool guy with a beautiful and smart babe for a wife. You people act as though you don't know him. Do any of you actually know him? He played me a couple of cool old time live cuts from a PT show he said he did back in 1989 in the Bay Area. It was an old cassette, but it still had the excellent action with Jerry Riggs on guitar too. Guitars from Hell and Help Me Please - They were HOT. PT would you consider re-releasing these choice numbers? WOWY, WOW, WOW - Robert

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 07:49 am:

Chris wrote:

Quote:
I have tons of digital pics if you want any of Pat at Universal, i even have mini
3minute viedo mpgs i took with my digital.

Chris,

E-mail me about the pics and vids!! ed@pattravers.com

How many shows did you go to?

jbeseau

Posted on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 - 06:06 am:

Quote:
Sorry!! that was an old post from the mid seventies that i accidently cut and pasted here. Sorry!!

Jimmy

Very Funny!
I didn't know the board had been around that long!!

Who's calling Jimmy?!

Later...Jim
PT-Still-ROXX!

Chris

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2002 - 08:33 pm:

Hi everyone, new guy to the group, just got to see pat a bunch of times at Universal studios. I saw some posts where they said its a cheesy gig. But ill take that kind of cheese any day of the week. I have an annual pass so i dont pay for parking or getting in or anything but food and drinks, and I saw Pat front row every single time. and he played like 18 times. I dont know where you could get to see someone like Pat Travers that many times for free.

Ok got that out of my system, Im also a guitarist, singer songwriter, I was wondering if anyone out there knows about Pats rig. I could tell he had a custom cabinet, looked like 15" speakers instead of 12's. I could see the JM900 but couldnt tell what the effects box was. Looked like an alesis stereo verb or something like that. And I could only see one pedal, a cry baby waw, waw. So if anyone can fill me in or correct me or confirm id apreciate it. The tones he gets have always puzzled me and getting to see him just made want to know even more.

Ive like Pat since the mid 70's back when he put out Puttin in Straight was the first id heard of him, but haveing a chance to see him live was a special treat. Im in Orlando fl. if anyone can tell me when he may play this area again that would be cool too. I cant get the gigs page to boot up. It just wont come up yet for me. Lets see what else.

Oh yea he rocked Universal i do agree the people there didnt know what to think of this guy just screaming out leads like a white Hendrix god, although the set was exactly the same everytime. Even down to the leads. I guess that helps the younger portion of his band keep up though. I know some of the songs were older than the guys playing with him. there were also people like me in the croud that you could tell were old time rockers and were there for one pourpose. to get a full time fix of pure magic. Ok enough said. thanks for the page ED and dont let it faid. I have tons of digital pics if you want any of Pat at Universal, i even have mini 3minute viedo mpgs i took with my digital. So anyone interested just email me.

thanks Chris

jmroxx

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2002 - 04:15 pm:

Sorry!! that was an old post from the mid seventies that i accidently cut and pasted here. Sorry!!

Jimmy

jmroxx

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2002 - 04:11 pm:

Hey did you guys and gals know that Pat Travers is a really good guitar player! Really!! he has a new record out called "Putting it Straight". I think that on his album after this one he should get another guitarist to help out and replace the drummer and call his next album "Heat in the Street". If anyone speaks to him give him the ideas.

Jimmy

Richardanonymous

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2002 - 11:27 am:

try www.jacksonville.com/tv-online/stories/041101/nes-5863319.shtm

Walter

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2002 - 11:07 am:

How about a fully original studio album this year
surely the fans have waited long enough for one and Wiser Man still hasn't been released!

Rockin Roy

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2002 - 10:04 am:

Yo Ginbel...Right on!!

Pat's Business affairs are his own private thing.
Hey, the guy has toured his butt off forever and has been very prolific in the studio. He's Giving alot of himself to his fans while trying to support his family.
We all look forward to whatever PT hits the CD deck with next, but at the risk of putting out "thin product"...("Don't feed the alligators", "Blues Tracks 2" come to mind)...let the master take all the time he needs. I'm sure it will be worth the wait.

Peace!

Anonymous

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2002 - 07:41 am:

Jack Osbourne needs to worry about acne medication before running his own record label.

g-dog.....gangsta

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 09:49 pm:

WAY to go Chad!!!! Thats 2 cool!! Randal, only m lewinski has to fit under the desk!! And as Prez I declare Aug 1st PTB DAY.......I mean week!!! Instead of Spring Break, it's Pat Travers Break!!! I'll make Cindy the first female Vice-prez!! I'm gonna get Jack Osbourne to sign PTB to his label. gREG

ginbel

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 03:06 pm:

hey DAZ and anyone else who wants to know.... Pats relationship with Shrapnel or any other entity is personal. We get WAY too many questions on this site about that. Who cares anyway? I mean seriously. How does it matter? I'd love to have a real answer to that question. People are constantly posting questions that frankly do not desevre an answer. Pretty much that is a huge reason why Pat does not post here. That and he is a rocker, not a computer geek like we are. LOL!

Chad

Posted on Sunday, April 07, 2002 - 02:29 pm:

Hey everyone. Had my benefit show last night. I am proud to say when it all gets done it looks like we raised over $4,000.00. Everything went well and we had a great time, but I am TIRED!!!!!!!. Thanks for your support and prayers. Cya. Chad

Chris

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 11:32 pm:

Wow Guys
a lot of battles going on here. I didnt even know about this page till about a week and a half ago and I was glad that Eric came down front stage with us common people and told me there was a page, (Thanks Eric)I wanted to know a way to find out any touring dates near me. But i thought the message board would be cool too. Lets keep it light guys. I cant understand cutting down someone else's playing abilities. Players like Pat Travers are few and far between. •••• id have the Freight train in my band any day of the week, same with Rick. Just listen to Pats music, try to play it with all the funky breaks and off beats, and really weird but totally cool time he keeps. Imagine trying to play bass or drums to his songs, you have to be really, really good.

I just say thank god for Pat Travers, for Eric, and for Rick. They jam, they are tight, and they are make me wanna party all night.

RockonPTB

Chris.

gREG.....gONE

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 11:29 pm:

out of AOL time....like ya'll care. My place /yer place for NYE 2002 PTB!! Hopefully back up when we are in the new house! PTBRULZ and so do the fans!!! Ya'll behave!! gREG Just a reminder: Eric and Rick have made my PTB experiance MORE than kick-ass with thier brutal attack on Pat's music.....and thier ability to make all of us a part of the PTB world. Thanx eric/Rick! And thanx to ya'll fans that just wanna rock yer asses off!!!.......etc......etc

Stratcat Magoo

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 09:34 pm:

Just wanted to wish the man himself, Mr. Pat Travers, a very cool and wonderful birthday this Friday the 12th. Hats off to you...you're a legend, and you deserve it. In spite of any critic.....

Richard

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 08:02 pm:

simon or should i say simple simon, i say you got a little bit of professional jeolosy going on there, eric kicks ass and the longer him and rick play with pat the tighter they are gonna get, everyone has there own idea of who should be playing with pat, i flew to delaware last year to see pat and the band and rick and eric were real nice. eric greeted me by name and had never seen me before in my life, I was apprehensible because i had heard pat was playing with some younger guys but they were tight,they are their own musicians and deserve the same respect. everyone needs to get off of this sh*t about who should be playing with who, if you are a drummer i'll bet your drums are probably sitting at home collecting dust, it is all in your attitude.

PTROXX!!!PTROXX!!!PTROXX!!!PTROXX!!!

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 07:43 pm:

I almost forgot...PTROXX!!!

Later...Jim

Not-A-Player-Hater-Like-Some-People-I-Know!

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 07:40 pm:

I read Eric's post twice more to find the boasting...I just can't. I must be an idiot.

I took it that he was so grateful to have played on the same stage as (insert all those bands name's here!), not boasting or bragging. That is the same as someone saying they work for the most profitable company in their industry, in the whole country. It is pride, not inflated ego.

The line he wrote about having his best friend in the whole world beside him every night...Can you not feel that!? I only met Eric and Rick once, but they went out of their way to be nice to me and all 6 buddies that I brought along that night! Denny's!! And Pat as usual was considerate, approachable, and seemingly humble and not-at-all pretentious.

Re-read his post and see if you can't get it. But if you can't see that, then you just don't understand!

Later...Jim

I ALMOST BUSTED MY SEAMS AT THE COMMENT ON THE UPCOMING NEW!!! ALBUM! I HOPE I DIDN'T SAY THIS OUT LOUD!!

Simonator

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 07:01 pm:

Its obvious that Simon is a drummer in awe of Eric's talent as well as his career.

SimonSays

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 06:21 pm:

First of all, let me clarify something. If Pat wants to play the record companies that is his business. Second, Eric Frates is looking for compliments and kudos constantly based on his egotistical comments through his posts here. His constant need for acceptance is obvious and rightfully so. He is no where near the drummer that Tommy, Nico, Liberty, or the guy who played on school of hard knocks (now that guy was great!!). If he thinks he is, we can't change that. I think Eric is a "good" drummer but not a great drummer as he thinks he is. Also, let me explain the difference between Rick Navarro and Eric Frates. Rick is an unassuming person who knows his limitations - but he is extremely talented. Eric is always looking for reassurance..and through the small fanbase here. Eric, to list your accomplishments here is unnecessary...we don't care who you shared a stage with - as the proof is in your playing ability. You are the Frosty (Lee Michael's drummer) of the 2000s. You will be gone from sight soon as is everybody else that is "good". Don't fool yourself Eric, you are nowhere close to the others in your band either as a person or a musician. Pat is great, Rick is great, you are "good"..that should be a compliment but it will probably be taken as an insult. It is not meant to be. Just know your limitations. Playing with Rick Derringer is great..but why didn't his band play the European tour??? Is it because Rick can't afford to compensate them, are they doing something else? Is it because he chose to tour solo? Whatever the reason, playing with Rick Derringer is no guarantee that you are great (one of Pat's drummers played for a very short time with Rick Derringer and I emphasize a short time -Rick has a also played with Carmine Appice - no comparison to you Eric, he is a GREAT drummer). As soon as you are mature enough to realize that you are "good" but not great, the more people will respect you. Rick Navarro proves that - he is MODEST unlike you. He admits that Jaco and other bass players are great!!! You need to admit that there are many superior players out there. You would be surprised how that type of modesty will win friends and influence people. By the way Eric, as soon as you have the chops of Dave Garibaldi, the speed of Neil Peart, the timing of Liberty DeVito, the heart of the Firehouse drummer, the left hand coordination that the late great Buddy Rich did, then brag..we may listen..Learn from your friend Rick...bragging and boastfulness lessens your credibility. Think about that. And instead of attacking me, listen to this message. You don't have to defend Pat, he can do that himself....Boastfulness is a sign of insecurity...but Eric, I know you would know nothing about that!!

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 05:31 pm:

I was just informed to clear my calendar...

August 15th Santa Clara CA-The BackBeat
August 16th Sacramento CA-The Boardwalk
August 17th Concord CA-Bourbon Street
August 18th WASHINGTON

John Howe

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 02:40 pm:

Hey Rich, I guess ya changed yer E-mail address. Mine hasn`t changed. Drop me a note so`s I can start getting those Universal pics up to ya. I`m gonna be catching BOC this Saturday, WOOHOOO!!! I tried and I tried ta get Mitch and Kim, of Mitch and Kim fame, as well as Jule and her husband, whose name I forgot, of Jule and her husband fame, to come on down to join me for da gig. But they all said that they just couldn`t make it, BUMMER!!! Hey Carl how ya doin!? Hey Denise and Kyle, if yer still out there, why don`t you two come on down to Gulfstream Park in Hallandale on Saturday and catch the BOC thing. I`ll buy ya a brewski or two, or three, or until the money runs out! Drop me a line. Okay everybody, happy trails to you, until we meet again. S'later, JH

Gill Comer

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 01:49 pm:

Kim, you're post is spot on. I'm just happy that 25 years after I bought Makin' Magic I still get to see the PTB playing every year. They're a very special band.

Hi Eric..good to hear from you. I'll see you in Crewe in about four weeks time...and all points South. There's aren't many places more beautiful than London Town in the Springtime.

Counting the days now....

Gill

Andries

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 12:33 pm:

http://www.metalexpress.no/article.asp?article=232

PTB ROXX!!!!

Roadranger

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 12:27 pm:

Acouple OF YOU GUYS ARE REALLY FREAKING. I am Rober Stubbs not Blu. If you don't like him then keep wallowing in your hatred I don't care _ I'm upbeat. P.S. I've always said I'm out or end of line or late it's my way. You guys are on a "off beat ride". Pat Travers is the man. - RR

Richard

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 11:44 am:

andries what is that web address?

ginbel

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 11:29 am:

don't know the label and yes we are working on a slew of stuff as I type. Don't ask what, it will just be a surprise!

Alligator Jake

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 11:14 am:

Ginbel what label is PT currently on and are you putting out some more stuff in the future?

Joey The Jokester

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 10:56 am:

How do you make a kleenex dance?
Put a little boogie in it.

What do you call a deer with no eyes?
No idea

What do you call a deer with no eyes and no legs?
Still no idea.

What happened when they tried to make a second Yogi Bear?
It turned out to be a Boo-Boo.

Have you heard about those new corduroy pillows?
They're making big headlines.

What is the only kind of bee that gives milk?
A boo-bee.

Do you know where honeybees go to the bathroom?
At the BP station.

Why did the blonde put TGIF on her shoe?
Toes Go In First.

What do you call a person with no arms and legs, at the bottom of the ocean?
Sandy

What do Eskimos get from sitting on the ice too long?
Polaroids

KiM

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 09:48 am:

Hey all!!! What up??? As individuals we are all entitled to our own personal opinions but, lets TRY and keep it HAPPY AND POSITIVE. Remember the joy and charged up energy you feel after seeing the PTB. I know I am bouncing off the walls and so happy and so full of good, positive energy, ok and maybe a little or alot of vodka, but hey..... Aren't you guys? Well remember that JOY and HAPPINESS that this band brings us, I do every day and am very thankful to have the PTB in my life. I love Pat and the boys with all my heart, they are wonderful people, so lets just be happy and count our blessings!!!and I agree with Eric there are not too many musicians that give their fans the time of day as PTB does. Thats another gift. I could ramble on and on, but I think you all get the point. So moving on. Thanks for all the cool birthday wishes, it was a great night seeing PTB. I woke up and said hey it's my birthday I want to see my band, and we did and it did the old soul tons of good!!!Darren thank you for the kind words, I try to be positive all the time, sometimes it is harder than others, but hey OVER ALL LIFE IS GOOD!!! A big fat HELLO to all the PT family and HELL YES it is a FAMILY!!!! I am fortunate to keep meeting more and more family members and you all are a wonderful group of peeps. I miss our chats and had to email yahoo to tell them, whats up? Well I hope everyone has a great day and always remember every day there is a chance a bird could •••• on your head, but ya just keep on walking anyways, it could not too!!! Words of Wisdom by KiM or shall I say KiMPossible!!! Rock on and PTB is the DRUG FOR ME.
Oh happy day, happy day.

Rockin Roy

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 09:15 am:

Eric thanks for the post, it's a great source of inspiration for us PTB fans to hear it from the source. I look forward to WHATEVER you guys are up too.

Pat's got a great band regardless of what anyone says...it just keeps "gettin' betta all the time".

Hope you guys make it to the east coast sometime in the near future.

Peace, Rockin' Roy

Nancy H

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 08:19 am:

Eric. Good to see you post. We couldn't be happier for you, Rick and PT. I hope PT knows how fortunate he is too. Bert and I have been so out of touch with everyone while we moved and are working on our new house. Ian has been painting for us and he is really incredibly talented (hence pntrdude). The carpenters are gone and Ian only has a few rooms to go. We see a light at the end of the tunnel. Thank God! So good to see you guys making progress on the album situation and to hear how happy you are. Can't wait for a gig in the Northeast. Hi to the rest of the PT family. We have been reading posts here and there, but have been way too busy for anything. Hope to see you all again soon. - Nancy H

Chris.

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 06:12 am:

Hey every one i guess ill have to put my two cents worth in on the Pat Travers, Steve Perry thing.
The first thing I learned playing small clubs and open mic nights and so on was as a guitarist you dont ever compare yourself to someone else. You do not ever Critique someone elsee playing abilities. Im sure Pat and Steve have mutual respect for what the other has accomplished. Neither Accomplishment can be denied.

Chris.

Andries

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 04:02 am:

By the way i read this on the internet:

Paul Nelson has just completed work on his track for the "United Singing to the World" NYC benefit
CD to be released by Then and Now/Frontiers.
All proceeds from the CD will go to the RED CROSS
relief fund as well as the sales from the coinciding DVD,an aimed release date April 2002.
OTHER artists include: Tesla,Eric Zimmermann and friends featuring(Mike Matijevic,Kelly Keeling,Carmine Appice,Mark Boals,Fiona),House of Lords,Night Ranger,Oliver Dawson-Saxon,King Kobra feat.cc deville,PAT TRAVERS,Pamme with Matt Malley(Counting Crows),Steve Lukather(Toto),Robin McCauley(MSG),Paul Gilbert, Irene Cara,Vanilla Fudge,Bonnie Tyler and many more.

PTB ROXX!!!!

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 03:36 am:

Hi Eric,GREAT to hear from you.
We're very HAPPY to see you again guys.
CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!

PTB ROXX!!!!

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 02:18 am:

Let me remind everyone, there is no "better" among guitarists. Purely personal taste. As for Joe Perry, he's a "band" player and Aerosmith's songs can't be denied. They've had catchy material since the early seventies. In the eighties, outside writers were brought in like Diane Warren and Desmond Child (By the way, they're not Swedish). I don't think Joe Perry would drop to his knees about Pat (or vice versa), I think he's laughing all the way to the bank.

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 02:10 am:

Hey Freight-Train:
That is an excellent attitude on your part. You're obviously a pro all the way around and I wish the very best for you and the band.

FREIGHT-TRAIN

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 12:12 am:

Well "HOW THE HELL ARE YOU GUYS?" Man, We just finished up three FULL weeks at Universal Studios. I'm sure most of you know that. I am gonna start by saying this.....I have the artwork photographs for the new album in my possession as I post this. Pat wants the album artwork done A.S.A.P.! That's great news to me and yourselves I'm sure. I am currently learning Rick Derringer's stage show for the upcoming European Tour. Man, this guy is great and it is a blast playing his stuff. As most of you know, Rick (navarro) and I will be backing both, Rick (derringer) and Pat on that tour. You know I can't express enough how much of a true blessing it has been with Pat in the past couple of years!I have been to 10 differnt countries. I have shared stages with Blue Oyster Cult, Night Ranger, Scorpions, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Tonic, B.T.O., Black Oak Arkansas, Jackyl, Firehouse, Steppenwolf, Brian Howe, Status Quo, Molly Hatchet, Rick Derringer, Marsall Tucker Band, Larry Hoppen (Orleans), Not to mention get to actually play drums for Eddie Money, Rick Derringer, Glen Hughes, and the rest of the V.O.C.R. gang.I mean how blessed could one person be? I have my very best friend in the world on bass. I wish those of you with the need for degrading comments about Pat's playing could see the way your MENTORS and GUITAR GODS show him so much respect. I have so much respect for Pat that somtimes I am a bit defensive. How many others in Pats' position stay for at least an hour after every single show just to sign autographs and such. Many nights we have absolutely nothing to sell. We are going into the studio as soon as we get back from Europe. We are going to record at Sean Shannon's studio. He has a great Pro Tools rig and Pat is looking forward to a completely fresh studio album in a very considerably short period of time. I know the NATIVES ARE RESTLESS, and tht makes me so happy. I can't wait to give you the post that says "here it comes"!!!!For those of you who came to the Universal gigs thank you for the kind words and enthusiasm. I couldn't be happier in this band and I know that Rick feels the same way. I just wanted to post a little (State Of The Union) for those of you who truly care.I Hope I'm not opening myself up for negative bombardment> ERIC

P.S. Ya know what?...Rich and Nancy bought my daughter a cute little shower bear for her birthday last month and I think that just about says it all for me!! FREIGHT-TRAIN

Anonymous

Posted on Thursday, April 11, 2002 - 12:01 am:

Hey Simon, ask Joe Perry who's better on guitar and Joe will drop to his knees.
All the "hits" that you love so much, are written by the same sweedish people who wrote for ABBA, Ace of Base, and some Backstreet Boys. Just ask JP.

BTW, give it up Road Ranger...Blu. It doesn't become you.

we.no.funny.no.more

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 10:23 pm:

Its like buying that Porsche....and ya get a flat on yer first drive. getting that Big screen TV and get it home and the sound doesnt work. Like taking pictures with yer brand new camera and ya realize ya forgot to load it......etc...etc....thats what these posts are like lately. g

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 - 10:20 pm:

Hey BG -

Read your post from a couple days ago. I took my 1987x Marshall amp along with my best sounding Marshall cabinet to do an accurate and true comparison between the two amps. I also used my guitars, cords, etc going to the amp. This removed the new purchase and store environment anomalies. I originally intended on going back and forth between the Marshall and Bogner. But, after hooking up the Bogner I never went back to playing through the Marshall - I had pretty much all the info that I needed. I first started off playing the Bogner on channel 1 for awhile then went over to channel 2. After playing for a handful of minutes through channel 2 it was clear to me what the Bogner was capable of and I needed to do. I already sold one of my Marshall heads for a very good price. Yesterday, I placed the order for the Bogner amp. Shiva on the way! I confide in your impressions on Marshall tone per era. After the JMP's went Marshall went down in tone quality (though you can find 800's that rock and give off a huge sound, I found that my 800 was always a little too bright , thin and lacking in the warmth of their earlier models.But, others who would hear it would stop their playing and wonder what I was playing through - it turned heads. It was always a struggle to get what I wanted from it.) However, I ended up selling my white 800 (two on-top inputs model 2204) after A/B'ing it with a DSL50. The DSL I chose out of a lot that GC had available to audition and significantly outperformed the other dsl heads.

BTW, I saw in a previous post awhile ago that Eric and Rick's original band was 7th Fold. Previous to PTB, was this their only real exposure? Have they done any other recordings etc.?

Billy

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 07:50 am:

Ed what label is PT now on?

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 07:47 am:

Ms Ginbel wrote:

Quote:
Hi Ed! How are you doing? Keeping busy it seems, since we don't see much of you on the site.

Hi Ms. Ginbel!!

I check in fairly often... but tend keep a low profile.

I am so looking forward to NYE! I'm am glad that you guys are going to make the trip! It'll be cool meeting you guys.

So how was Florida? How many shows did you manage to see?

andre

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 03:32 am:

To all the PT Fans and Eric and Rick; do not answer those idiot posts. Just ignore them! OK!!!!
See you guys in Europe soon!

Andre from Holland

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 01:54 am:

To Simon:
I see you've mentioned several drummers in reference to Eric Frates. One of them being Buddy Rich. This quote is from the musicians who have played with Buddy. "He was an egotistical tyrant and an A1 •••••••!" His success was an exception because he was a bandleader in a unique musical situation for the time.
A musician's chops will only take him so far. If he's an ••••••• eventually no one will hire him. Personality is very important in the long run.
(By the way, I worked with Jaco before he passed away - He was an excellent drummer too! Not too many people knew that).

I don't know Eric Frates but he obviously has the talent and personality that will take him far in this business. I'm betting he will have a long and successful career. Probably like Kenny Aronoff - the kind of in demand drummer that EVERYBODY wants to have on their tour.

And what have you accomplished so far in your career, Simon?

CINDY

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 01:33 am:

Wow, just got in from seeing Rik Emmett again, WOW, I am speachless!!! Steve, how's it going?!! Eric, you know we love ya, and you guys mean so much to us, don't let the crap here get to ya. hope to see you guys soon! Shiva go to www.rikemmett.com just got home from seeing Rik tonight!

Ed, hope you can make the Darrington gig in Aug.

Brian Maybe

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 09:44 pm:

Ok, still got a few hours on the West Coast to say Happy B-Day PT! How cool, I decided to check in on the board today!

Eric, you have always been nothing but a pro, both on and off stage. SO glad to hear there's a new CD coming down the pipeline! Thanks for the update, and keep us posted here on all the latest developments!

Rik Emmett fans, go to www.rikemmett.com, under Biography, there's a Triumph FAQ that explains the whole breakup, and why there will NEVER be a reunion. It's been a long time since Rik played California; it'd sure be great to catch him again!

That's all my ramblings for now, just glad to hear there is new PT music on the way!!

Cheers all!

Steve Z

Pntrdude

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 07:14 pm:

before the day is over, Happy Birthday to the guy who first made my jaw drop at phenomenal guitar playing. All the best to you Pat and dont drink before you play or someone will have something to say about that. Hope your day was good and you had an extra bottle of vino, f#@k the comments. Just get your ass up in the north east this year or we'll have have Blu arrange all your gigs from now on. Happy birthday "WiserMan".

Richardanonymous

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 07:10 pm:

blu you need to get some serious therapy, chill out its not what this site is all about.

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 06:47 pm:

Holy Smokes!!!!

Happy Birthday Pat!!!! You ROCK!

Eric,
Good to see ya posting!!! You rule! So sorry that you have to endure the B.S. that comes along with fame. But we love ya - I think you know that. We don't pay that BS no nevermind.

Cindy,
Rick Emmett is phenominal. IMO a "Mid Summers Daydream" has got to be one of the greatest guitar pieces ever written. BTW I already cheked on the mileage and driving times from Concord to Darrington...
Total Estimated Time: 15 hours, 54 minutes
Total Distance: 862.73 miles
Don't know if that's possible but I guess we shall find out.

Blu,
Dude you need to take a chill or a pill or whatever... peace man.

Kim - happy belated Birthday!

jmroxx

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 06:37 pm:

Pat! Do you want to buy my 1965 Melody Maker with 2 gibson humbuckers, Cherry red with grover tuners. Almost identical to your old one. Rmember not only does PTROXX but JMROXX's also. Pipe down people. Pat, get your ass to NYC. Later

jimmy

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 06:37 pm:

I AM COMPLETELY STOKED!!! Eric, bears us the good news on the development of their new cd giving us all something to look forward to purchasing in the near future.

I came home yesterday to find out that my Bogner amp is ready for pickup after having just ordered it Tuesday! (I even spoke to Bogner himself.) How's that for customer service Stratmagoo, BG, and Chris?! Ed, posts concert dates for venues in my area... Oh, man...yo' the man Ed! I will plan on attending those CA shows- practically in my backyard. I do not know if I can be of any assistance Ed (transportation, a place to stay, etc.,seriously) but let me know by hitting me with a post. PT's b-day today...I am totally incomprehensible and discombobulated in my thoughts at the moment. Overflowing with pure energy (think cover of PT's Makin' Magic) like a child in his or her favorite candy store. What more can one ask for?!

Eric- You didn't mention anything about having a child when I met you the first time at the Cow Palace. Your child is fortunate to have an empathic, well-liked, good mannered, energetic father. It is a known fact PT surrounds himself with only classy people allowing them to further their talents.

PT, has infused the musical industry with an indescribable influence. His music is testiment that good, hard-driven, well thought out, blues-influenced rock survives and withstands the test of time, riding through the waves of a crazy, cloning industry. There is no other!! We are wishing PT the happiest of times.

Cindy- Rik Emmett... Would LOVE to see him! IMO, I think Rik is one of the most underrated and overlooked rock guitarist. So much so that it makes me almost weep considering the lack of appreciation or recognition he has received over the years. How many guitarist do you know of who can pull off good licks while doing lead vocals simultaneously?! Really, really underrated, really, really sad. Does Rik have a website?

Being that you mentioned Emmett, I have had a reoccuring thought for one awesome concert. ______presents brings you the Canadian Triple Trio with Triumph (If it is all possible to get these folks back together?), PTB - of course!, and Rush (they are about ready to go on tour and release a new cd after Pert's tragic setback). Another Canadian band that is also touring these days that would go right along with the above, with only a change to the title of the show, is April Wine. I would travel to see that...oh yes!

Luv Ya Eric!!

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 06:13 pm:

Wow, that hurt! Simon aka. (?).I'm not sure what I did to you but it must have been pretty awful. No, it was not..Ya know, now I know why Pat doesn't read or post on this site. But you guys know me.....I just couldn't let this very informative, insightfull (sp young man), post stop me from talking with my friends here. I have absolutely no insecurities in my playing or my career (this is not boasting??). NONE!! Never had and Never will (oh so you think are as good as the people mentioned!! HA). Pat called me for the job. Take that to the bank (you better double check your bank account..what an idiot! Rick just called and told me about this post and I immediately (SP) thought of who I didn't give a drum stick to, or who's shirt I didn't sign. Oh you are such a star!! Who the hell knows you but you and a small select group of fans??) But ya know what? It just doesn't matter, I know who wrote the post and they know that I know as well. (You don’t know me!!) This person(I won't mention his name out of RESPECT) is a very depressed person that I have known for a while. I don't hate him for writing that stuff. It is pretty embarrassing (poor spelling is embarrassing!!) though when friends of mine read that kinda stuff. But ya know what? Ya take the good with the bad. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. I wish I could make you happy (simon?) but I have to get ready to go to Europe and SET EVERY SINGLE STAGE I TOUCH ON FIRE, WITH FURY, PASSION, FINESS, AGILITY, AND MOST OF ALL BALLS. (Get over it boast boy, you ain’t ••••!!) Please don't perceive that as Bragging or Boasting. These are just simple facts! (Yeah, from a simple mind!!) Also, Sean (way better than you by the way) and the past drummers would never post this type of crap…only you insecurity boy!! Buh Bye now..........ERIC

Anonymous

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 05:43 pm:

Blu, you have a funny way of apologizing...but I guess we should..no, not until you beg on your knees for forgiveness!! You sure posted a lot of negative comments...

Blusimon

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 05:36 pm:

Yes I am Blu...Ginbel, you couldn't fight your way out of a paper bag! You fat goofy pompous ass! Also I am pissed. Anytime buddy, I'll knock your head off...I have seen you and you are no match for me!! Anyway, Eric is jeolous of me in many ways. Cause I have made a career out of playing good music...not has been old fart music. I can play circles around any of you. And I still maintain that Rick Navarro is the best player I have ever heard play with Pat...I love the guy. Eric, you are an eqotistical person...and you know it...just admit it!! I have had to disguise myself as Simon cause I am Blu! Eric, you know me! and you are right...I don't care! Can't you jokers see I am just playing with you?? JOKES ON YOU! To Both Eric and Rick....you are my buds and I love you both!! This site has become boring so I thought a friendly jab would lighten things uP!!!

TeamoDave

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 05:05 pm:

Just got to wish my man Pat a very Happy Birthday. Keep on playin' like you're 19 again. Can't wait 'til August for the Bay Area dates. I saw your last show here at Easyriders in San Jose, the solo gig, and it was great to hear the older tunes like Magnolia, Hot Rod Lincoln and Dedication. I love the way you treat the crowd like we were all old friends that you haven't seen in a while. Let's us all know that you care about the fans as much as they care about you, and that's a lot. And, on another separate note, for all the people with the negative bull**** comments, try to give Dedication a listen. I've got lot's of comments for them people, but nobody wants to read that BS, so I won't bother posting them, I wish they would do the same. HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bette

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 04:03 pm:

Eric, we don't pay those fools no mind. We know
you are great and the people that care, are the ones that count!!!
Miss ya guys.
Say Happy Birthday to Pat!!
Gettin' Bette

eric frates

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 03:43 pm:

Wow, that hurt! Simon aka. (?).I'm not sure what I did to you but it must have been pretty awful. Ya know, now I know why Pat doesn't read or post on this site. But you guys know me.....I just couldn't let this very informative, insightfull, post stop me from talking with my friends here. I have absolutely no insecurities in my playing or my career. NONE!! Never had and Never will. Pat called me for the job. Take that to the bank! Rick just called and told me about this post and I immediatly thought of who I didn't give a drum stick to, or who's shirt I didn't sign. But ya know what? It just doesn't matter, I know who wrote the post and they know that I know as well. This person(I won't mention his name out of RESPECT) is a very depressed person that I have known for a while. I don't hate him for writing that stuff. It is pretty embarrasing though when friends of mine read that kinda stuff. But ya know what? Ya take the good with the bad. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. I wish I could make you happy (simon?) but I have to get ready to go to Europe and SET EVERY SINGLE STAGE I TOUCH ON FIRE, WITH FURY, PASSION, FINESS, AGILITY, AND MOST OF ALL BALLS. Please don't perceive that as Bragging or Boasting. These are just simple facts! Buh Bye now..........ERIC

CINDY

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 02:40 pm:

Wow, I just got back from a little mini road trip, and takes forever to catch up on all the last few posts, lots of crap being said, not even going to start to comment on it, so anyway......I seen Rik Emmett (from Triumph), wow, if any one gets a chance to see him, he is really good, very talented. Going again tonight to see him.

Eric, great hearing from ya, excellent news on the Art work stuff! Can't wait to see you guys again.

Ed, you going to all those CA shows in August and still coming to the Washington one at Darrington?

ginbel

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 02:34 pm:

That box with an 'x' in it is supposed to be a freakin' birthday cake!!!!!!! Oh well, I tried.

~~Mrs. Ginbel~~

gREG, do you still have the same email address? We've tried sending you mail and it didn't go through.

CINDY

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 02:30 pm:

HAPPY B-DAY PAT!!! Thanks for the music we love so much!

ginbel

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 02:30 pm:

Hi Ed! How are you doing? Keeping busy it seems, since we don't see much of you on the site. We're going to try to get out to Tempe this year to party with all of you west coasters out there. It'd be nice to meet all of you in person. We would also like to wish Mr. Travers a Happy 4* Birthday. I hope he has the night off to celebrate with his family and then go out tonight to do some real partying!! He probably doesn't do that anymore....but we'll all party for him!!! Rich and I are going out tonight and will definately have a drink for him to help celebrate. CHEERS, MATE!!!

Rick and Eric, being the sweeties that you are...can you relay all these Birthday wishes to Pat for all of us? Just let him know that we're all thinking about him. Thank you!

Hello to the entire PTB family, world wide! Have a great weekend!!

~~Mrs. Ginbel~~

Ed de Freitas

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 02:02 pm:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT !!!! hope to see you in California and Washington. Maybe a Portland gig? Hey there Eric and Rick! All my friends in Cindy's group-Peace!! Big Ed

KiM

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 01:33 pm:

Happy Birthday Mr. Patrick Henry Travers!!! Thank you for all the wonderful memories, the endless shows and the BEST F'IN MUSIC IN THE WORLD. I hope you have a great birthday and pat yourself on the back for making so many people extremely happy with your music, and just by being YOU. You are one of a kind and don't ever change!!! Don't Crash and Burn tonight, play all night, and make sure everyone treats you right!!! WEW!!!! Hey PT family celebrate Pat's Birthday and be HAPPY!!!!!
Over and Out, KiM aka KiMPossible

blur

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 08:57 am:

Of course, I forgot to mention to Pat, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You are my favorite musician of all-time, and you are as good as ever. Enjoy your day!

Denise and Kyle

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 08:17 am:

Hello Everyone in our ptb community:
Well it has been a blast!!! The last three weeks saw Pat, Rick and Eric 3 times at Universal
and My husband was up there for 7 shows and the band was great, the atmosphere was cool and the people extremely friendly. Now if some of that would rub off on this message board and everyone just love one another wouldn't that be nice.
Happy Birthday Mr. Travers, Was so nice to meet you and the band and of course your wonderful family up in orlando thank you 4 the time you spent with us. Thank you Eric for the kind words you had for me and Kyle. and Rick 4 being Rick.
Hello John Howe, My sister who lives in hallandale
said she might be going to gulfstream tomorrow, might see ya there, See How I feel after Dialysis
Blue Oyster Cult aka. Soft white underbelly, Cool
Buck Dharma, Cool !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

1. (5) roundtrips to Orlando 2000 miles
2. (3) nights lodging in Orlando $160.00
3. (2) annual park hopper passes $210.00
4.(28) Toll booth's T-pike-B-line $64.50
5. (1) Pat and the Boyz, rocking out
and taking names Priceless

blur

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 08:17 am:

Man, Simon you couldn't be more wrong about Eric. After reading his post, it's obvious to me that he is deeply appreciative of the artists that he has been able to share the stage with. I've seen him post that several times on the internet, and there's nothing at all arrogant in the way that he discusses his career. Eric and Rick are as down to earth as they come. Rick practically served as my escort a few months ago to allow me to attend a "private" gig. Rick and Eric were both cool to talk with. Pat couldn't have better ambassadors for his band than Rick and Eric.

As for their playing abilities, it's obvious that Rick and Eric are soulmates on and off stage. Eric adds things to Pat's songs that gives it a freshness that is different from Pat's other drummers. The quick high-hat work on "Stevie" comes to mind-it fills up the gaps on that song. He plays HARD and FURIOUS, and I believe that's the way Pat's music is meant to be played. He doesn't simply hit a cymbal, he PUNISHES his kit. He leaves it all on the stage.

As for Rick, he's FUNKY and he's not stiff. Again, I believe that's the way Pat's music is meant to be played. Most of Pat's song leave lots of creative flowing for a bass player. My opinion is that Rick plays more off of a VIBE than being prone to the same old licks night after night. He's got the "slapping" technique honed to perfection, and he's got a very good ear for what's going on. He plays with lots of HEART, and anyone that plays with heart is a keeper.

Have I explained clearly enough what Rick and Eric bring to the table? These guys are winners and Pat should feel lucky that he found these two for his rhythm section.

Richard

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 07:59 am:

happy birthday to pat the rock guitar powerhouse.

Simonator

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 07:58 am:

Simon,

Even if Eric was boasting, which he wasn't, could you blame him? If I played drums for Pat I'd be all over the internet telling everyone!!!

So how does it feel now that you've told eveyone that you suffer from a serious case of professional jealousy?

Sincerely,

Simon-a-tor the SimonHater

to all the normal people

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 03:39 am:

Sorry about the negativity folks, but I have had just about all I can take!

pissed

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 03:38 am:

simon is probably Blu also. Look Simon or who ever the hell you are, this is not the place to crtique a band members personality(no matter how wrong you are). I happen to know Eric and he is the most unassuming, caring person you will ever want to meet. You can't make a judgement on him, when you don't even know him. Hey here is an idea... why don't you get lost.... permenantly! No one here likes you(that's obvious) and furthermore you are not wanted here by anyone. Seriously just f-off. If you had any balls you would email me at ginbel27@comcast.net and explain why it is you are a raving lunatic. What the matter meathead, didn't mommy and daddy show you enough attention as a child? Poor baby. I'd love to take a shot at your face. I'd knock you head clean off. Ya want to try me? I'll fly out to meet you. What do you say prick?

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2002 - 01:44 am:

PTB ROXX!!!! PTB ROXX!!!! PTB ROXX!!!! PTB ROXX!!

THE BEST WISHES FROM HOLLAND, PAT HAPPY B-DAY!!!!
HAVE A NICE DAY WITH YOUR FAMILY.

PTB ROXX!!! PTB ROXX!!!! PTB ROXX!!!! PTB ROXX!!

duh

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 06:34 pm:

OOPS -- that was BOUND to happen sometime

Moral: Too much rock can make some people want to kill each other even if they DO smoke, when they should have just gotten together for a few beers to begin with and they'd be friends.

and therefore,

I rest my case

randal

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 06:31 pm:

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Moral: Too much rock can make some people want to kill each other even if they DO smoke, when they should have just gotten together for a few beers to begin with and they'd be friends.

and therefore,
/clipart{ptrocks4}

I rest my case

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 12:05 pm:

Hé Ginbels, did you get our e-mail last week? Cause there's still no answer, we thought it maybe didn't reach you.
And Greg, do you have some cd's allready from Saxon?
Well, as alway's, PTB ROXX!!!!

hands up for PTB and all the good fans!
\o/
| |
/ \
greetings from Andries and Wilma!

Anonymous

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 11:42 am:

Felix were you dropped by your mother?

Felix

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 11:02 am:

Ginbel why was PT dropped by Shrapnel?

CINDY

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 09:01 am:

Dwraff, I went to the show in Penticton and kelowna, then Vancouver. The best night, I think was the Vancouver one. Way more people and the crowd was really into them. The place in Penticton was at a club in a hotel. There was also a casino there too. I was sure happy to find there was NO wheel of fortune slots there!! lol lol. Shiva, THAT would be one freakin' awesome concert PTB, Triumph and Rush.

ginbel

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 09:00 am:

actually, I did. I said there was no news.

Too Cool

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 05:19 am:

Ginbel you still haven't told the fans about your promised news flash from Florida

ginbel

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 05:53 pm:

Hey everyone! Just got back from celebrating Pats b-day... course he wasn't there. Actually it was just a party for a friend. From what I remember it was a good time. I think we created more PTB fans! Nice to see you posting Eric! We wish had more time to hang with you guys in FL! We are coming down to see you in Myrtle Beach, so be prepared to party at least one night! Your description of your playing is dead on! The really great thing is when you take that kind of drive and combine it talent you can't help but have great sucess!! Love you guys!

Brian Maybe

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 03:22 pm:

Shiva - Yeah, I guess "Never Say Never," but I get from reading between the lines that it would probably be a cold day in hell before Rik decided to work with those guys again.

Cindy & Darren - Man, sounds like an awesome couple of shows! I hope he makes it down to Southern CA this summer!

Can you imagine a band with Rik and Pat together?! That would be amazing, those 2 trading vocals and solos, WOW! Now, that's the best idea I've EVER hoid!

Cheers!

Steve Z

PS gREG, Randall, anyone, Beuller, if you're checkin' in, my Zep band is definitely doing Tucson June 8 for some kind of festival. We're going out there with Rocks, an Aerosmith tribute.

Dwraff

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 02:19 pm:

Hey Cindy, I too saw Rik Emmett last night in Vancouver & I was absolutely blown away! What an amazing talent this guy is. You say you saw a few of his shows? Where else did he play??? He played some of his own material as well as some Triumph classics. Some of the Triumph songs he played were "Lay it on the Line" "Fight the Good Fight" & "Magic Power" He also did a short acoustic set which included the crowd pleaser "Midsummers Day Dream" I highly recommend seeing him if anyone gets the chance. I just checked out his website & believe he will playing some summer dates in the US. July 10th in Seattle is confirmed.

Darren

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 12:54 pm:

BTW - I don't post the dates.... That big bad dawg Bruce does.

Bruce Rocks!!!

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 12:39 pm:

Darren wrote:

Quote:
Looks like another road trip!!! It will be cool seeing PTB at the Backbeat & the Boardwalk for a second time...

Darren - Are you thinking about making the trip too? Toocool!

Dibbs on the last hotel room in Sacramento!

On a side note:
I downlaoded an mp3 of Off Beat Ride this morning that is currently tearing up my speakers This is one of my all time favorite tunes! I just love this song! It be so FuNkY!

Daz

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 11:08 am:

Ed or Ginbel do you have any idea of what to expect on the forthcoming tour?

Dwraff

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 10:35 am:

HAPPY B-BIRTHDAY PAT!!! Hope you had a great one!

I thought it was my birthday when I saw Eds post announcing those three Bay area dates in August.
Looks like another road trip!!! It will be cool seeing PTB at the Backbeat & the Boardwalk for a second time. Hey Ed, I also looked into the logistics of getting from Concord, CA to the show the next day in Darrington, WA. It can be done if you depart Concord right after the show & drive 12 hours straight to Darrington...thats called iron-man rock n roll!

PTBROXX!!!

Darren

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 08:56 am:

Rik Emmett...I forgot to add what an extremely multi-talented, well-rounded, respectful, classy, incredible individual! Cindy, you are lucky to be there to see him in concert! He's going to be performing in London, Ontario in Feb 2003 with...London Symphony Orchestra wow!

Cindy - Tell us in more detail about the concert...or shoot me a post. Emmitt did recently do that "Raw Quartet" cd that I'll have to check out.

Steve - Just got through looking at Emmitt's website, interviews and all. While there are hard feelings regarding royalties, relationship and musical direction, there wasn't any info there that said they would "never' be a reunion. I think Rik addressed the whole Triumph issue from a respectable standpoint and gave same insight to why and how he departed. A more accurate position would be: it appears to be a slim or remote possibility. He seems to still have a tinkering with the rock and blues- influenced side of his musical upbringing. If only some of the songwriting, ego (much harder to change) and financial climate was different...who knows?

Specksmagoo

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 08:47 am:

Happy Birthday P.T. one day late. I would have posted yesterday but I was no where near my pc. Hope you had a great day. Thanks so much for all the music and great shows over the years. Musically, you have been the biggest infulence on my life.
Eric - thanks for the post about the new disc. Pay no mind to Simon. What a loser he is. We all know how good you are and it's pretty apparent to everyone who sees you guys play. I could echo everyones sentiments about how you well you and Rick (P.T. too) treat all the fans, but that would be redundent. Suffice to say you guys were more then hospitable to the wife and I at the Lodi Bowl. You guys recognized me on site which we thought was pretty cool as we only met you guys once a couple of years ago. Thanks again. It was a great expirence !!!
Rick - A very, very, very, belated birthday greeting. Geez, where are my manners. Hope it was a good one.
Ginbel - The same goes for you with all the b.s. sent your way. Man, I don't know how you put up with all of it. Just keep producing the quality products we all have come to expect from you.

Finially, I'll second what Andries and Wilma said about Walter Trout. Man that guy knows how to make a guitar cry. Go out and pick up "Go The Distance" and "Livin Every Day". You won't be sorry.

Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2002 - 08:08 am:

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ginbel

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 12:40 pm:

PT was dropped by Shrapnel because he was considered too talented for thier normal line up. As a contract buy out he was compensated $45 million dollars. This is a large reason he is not overly concerned about releasing the new CD. The other thing is he was given a magic lamp and a leprachaun named Fred. Hopefully this silly ass answer matches your silly ass question! Actually to all you normal people... PT was NOT dropped by anyone. Pat will still work with Mike when they both want to. This is not a soap opera here, so let's keep things normal... okay?

randal

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 07:47 am:

randal

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 07:44 am:

That reminds me -- thanks also for the listing of bands you've played with, Eric. I find that all very interesting and impressive! The only name band I've jammed with is -- you guessed it -- 7th Fold! I'd like to try keeping up with PT one of these days . . . maybe in Port Angeles? Working on my bass chops.

Kelebx

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 05:50 pm:

A Belated Happy Birthday to Mr. Travers
although friday nite I was jammin to his tunes
on guitar in celebration and what a grind it was!
Just got back from Santa Cruz.Ca and I see that
August looks great for PT in California summer!!!!!!! Thanks for gettin us in.
Dear Eric I see you finally decided to check in
and they still cant handle it. This is Kelly
from Cali.(jeweler)and Im so glad to see you
have this great experience, I remember meeting you when you first joined on and have been following right along with. I have to say it looks great on all of you! I will be sure to
see you in August. Best Wishes International Rock Stars, Your best fan Kelly

go away

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 01:46 pm:

schyzophrenic blu

Anonymous

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 12:38 pm:

OHHHHHHH NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

Bluman

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 12:24 pm:

Hello everyone. Wow. You guys still haven't fogottn me. My new friend Bob Stubbs told me about these posts and where I could view them. The last time I posted was to the other board about 1-1/2 months ago. It was my fairwell post and apology to all I hurt. I was sincere then, and I am sincere now, any post on this particular board with reference to me was IN FACT NOT ME. I only popped my head up because of what Bob told me -"Roadranger". I am not him, I am not Richard, I am not Simon, I am not Ginbel - I am Blu - same name diffenet attitude. Hey Simon whoever you are - Eric Frates is a "world class drummer", I don't know what garage band you are playing in, but I'd take lkessons from Eric - he is the genuine article. Check my concert Review for Sept 1, 2002. Drive way back into the posts. - Bye

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 11:45 am:

Hi Chris! Welcome to Hamerhead central!

Great verses you shared with us! Very good timing on your part.

Hey folks...just picked up Best of Blues plus Live

If you're itchin' for a live fix and don't have this one, I highly recommend it. Listened to it yesterday while fixin' up the house to make it ready to move in. PT made the time go by and the work seemed a lot easier.

Ginbel - if you're checking in...don't stay away too long...then the terrorist will have won...but I can see where you need a break.

It is just amazing the amount of negativity that a few or one bring to this board for no other reason than they are bored. Sucks for the rest of us because they keep the PT and the boys from wanting to come here.

PT ROXXXXXXXXXXX

bill

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:39 am:

oh yeah, and welcome, Chris!

randal

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:39 am:

relax -- take it easy

listen to "Foolin' Yourself" by Styx

randal

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:37 am:

t i m e t o r e f l e c t

randal / r

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:37 am:

tranquility

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:36 am:

h a p p i n e s s

randal

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:36 am:

p e a c e

randal

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:35 am:

I tried to believe in your love
but you let me down
just in time
I want to be free as a dove
I ain't lyin

-- LOOKOUT

I tried to post last night but lsot the message. I was something like --

Happy Birthday, Pat! You old bastard. There's a nice chardonnay waiting for you next time I see ya. Looking forward to the summer gigs! See ya then

Eric -- there is an absolute REASON that you are known as PTBadass!! Because you KICK ass! I have also seen alot of drummers, and you always make the show fun! I happen to dig your riffs,a nd have a blast just watching you play. Further, as it happens I am a Badass Architect, and just because someone else tries to discount it, the fact remains. End of story. Oh, and this is no boast, because I think it's pretty clear that I'm not looking for kudos on this site hahahaha See you soon, buddy.

Rick -- looking forward to seeing you again soon. The chain had to go becasue it was eating my arm, but we'll get silver next time. I think gREG ATE his . . .

Ed, you are most awesome and deserve much credit for providing this venue. I woke up this morning knowing that gREG was right -- this too will pass. Lighten up, folks -- go listen to "Us and Them" by Pink Floyd, then go play "Dedication" and "Stevie," then "Hot Rod Lincoln" from the Henderson solo cd, and you'll be alright.

Sounds like the US/Canadian Forest Service will be there by storm -- Cindy, Darren, Gettin Bette, Stratkandu, Ed de Frietas and me. Strat -- you staying in Darrington that night? Drinks on me

I forgot what else I was gonna say

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 09:01 am:

Shiva:
Good luck with the amp.

I also liked Rik Emmett. Great singer and player as well as good songs.

chris

Posted on Monday, April 15, 2002 - 07:46 am:

Many people will walk in and out of your life.
> > >> But only true friends will leave footprints in
> > >> your heart.
> > >> To handle yourself, use your head;
> > >> To handle others, use your heart.
> > >>
> > >> Anger is only one letter short of danger.
> > >> If someone betrays you once, it is his fault;
> > >> If he betrays you twice, it is your fault.
> > >>
> > >> Great minds discuss ideas;
> > >> Average minds discuss events;
> > >> Small minds discuss people.
> > >>
He, who loses money, loses much;
> > >> He, who loses a friend, loses much more;
> > >> He, who loses faith, loses all.
> > >>
> > >> Beautiful young people are accidents of nature,
> > >>
> > >> Learn from the mistakes of others.
> > >> You can't live long enough to make them all
> > >> yourself.
> > >>
> > >> Friends, you and me ....
> > >> You brought another friend ....
> > >> And then there were 3 ....
> > >> We started our group ....
> > >> Our circle of friends ....
> > >> There is no beginning or end ....
> > >>
> > >> Yesterday is history.
> > >> Tomorrow is mystery.
> > >> Today is a gift.

Hey guys, the new guy here, just thought this might apply.
I hope to make a few friends,

LngtymPTBfan
Chris

gREG

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 10:27 pm:

Ginbels.....gregnfcwest@yahoo.com.........PTBNYE2002PHXAZ!!!!!!!!!!!

gREG

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 10:25 pm:

Steve, randal and I will try(I'll call him) to make it June 8th! Darren/Ed.......can ya make room for me at those CA shows? Cindy, still makin' those NYE plans???? As well as everyone else! At my mother-in-"hates".....i mean "laws", and thought I'd pop in.......kick-ass Eric!!! Just pretend yer using his face as a snare drum! hahahahaha! I think the posts are gonna change......PTB rulz and thats whatits' all about! take it sleazy peeps!!

Anonymous

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 04:40 pm:

Good bye giblet

ginbel

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 04:31 pm:

Hey Shiva, That post was directed at someone who is not a new comer, but just keeps posting the same question over and over like a mental patient. I had really hoped my two week vacation from the board here would have found us all in a better and happier place, I think I was fantesising. Truthfully, I am taking a much longer break. It has occured to me recently that this place is becoming a source of stress. So having said that.... we, or at I am taking a extended break for a while. I am not even reading the posts. Those of you who want to contact me know how to do so. I'll be able to concentrate more on cranking out all that PTB stuff I have been promising. Kind of too bad the negativity has gotten to the point where it is. If I don't read it, I won't know about it and I won't care. Rick told me a few months back that all the negativity is what keeps Pat and even them away from even reading the posts. Remember when they used to post here a lot? Anyway, not goodbye forever, just for a few months or so. Much love to most and I'll keep in touch via emails and phone calls. You can email me at ginbel27@comcast.net Finally as Strat says... "As always PT is king!!!"

Shiva Tonemoster

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 03:24 pm:

I AM STILL COMPLETELY STOKED! Yesterday, I picked up my amp. After playing it at the store through a porta cab/combo(1x12) I had one of the associates walk by on my way out of the room with the amp who said, "That sounded great!" The person I was working with had also mentioned how others were also complimenting on how good it sounded - violin-like sustain, etc. All at low volumes , inside a small room filled with Fenders, VHT, and Mesa Boogie amps with a sliding glass door.

Also, how is this?

July 31- Deep Purple, Scorpions, and Dio

August 2- Lynard Skynyrd

Augutst 23- Journey

All at the same concert location in my neck of the woods.

Ed-

Awesome pic of PT there on the home page! I definately prefer that to Cindy's pic. Cindy has some very nice photos of PT though. I am going to have to get a really nice one to have framed shortly here so I might be getting back to you in the near future for one.

Ginbel-

Make reference to previous posts for newcomers who do not scan through the posts when they post on the topic again. That should work. Of course, you could also go out of your way and get authentic replicas of Fred to send out to them with the following sign "I am not responsible for any unfulfilled wishes. (See below for further details.)"

Cindy -

How many members did Emmett play with? What was the setup? Sounds like he had a 3 or 4 piece band. I was thinking with the possibility of Triumph getting back together a remote one, maybe Emmett's band would hit the spot. There seems to be a lot of teaming up of 70's -80's bands for concerts these days.

Andries and Wilma

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 01:52 pm:

Thanx Ginbeltjes, now we know they did arrive safely!!
PTB? ROXX!!!

Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2002 - 12:42 pm:

Hollanders... we got the email, just haven't responded yet. LOVED the pics!! Will write very soon.

freight train

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 10:04 pm:

Hey Ed!!! You can do no wrong in my book buddy! ERIC

blur

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 07:27 pm:

Great idea Ed! I hate to see this board cluttered with negativity. Simply put, we should all be here to celebrate the music that Pat, Rick, and Eric bring to us and to share news and info regarding the band. I'm cool with a private board if it means we can actually talk sensibly about the Pat Travers Band! I've sent you my info-the sooner the better for the new format as far as I'm concerned.

Strat Magoo

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 06:30 pm:

Howdy King Edward! I think the private posting idea is a P.T.errific idea! I'm certainly sure I speak for the "PT family" and the majority, that the STUPIDITY MUST STOP!! I think most of us will have no problems at all with you being the "Big Brother" at this site, because we're not the ones typing the STUPIDITY & RUDENESS that should be omitted. All of this mess has been going on for WAY TOO LONG. It really wouldn't surprise me if F--KHEAD, Simon, Anonapuss and all the other names being used turned out to be coming from the same person. At least with the private posting we'll ALL know who's slinging the slop. Other than expressing Happy Birthday to Pat last week, I haven't posted much at all lately because of the IGNORANCE that has been contaminating this post page lately. When was the last time there was a DECENT conversation about THE MAN or HIS BAND of MAGICIANS? Isn't that what this site is REALLY supposed to be about? Other than the gear discussions I've enjoyed having with Shiva and BG, this site has SUCKED because of all the negative nonsense. "Unknown" people have even ragged us (BG, Shiva & I) about having a somewhat intelligent (okay...maybe that's questionable. Ha!) discussion about gear....why??? All because only one, two, maybe three people have really spoiled what would otherwise be a very cool place to hang if one is a PTB fan. Remember just a short time ago when we had all kinds of "family" here all the time? It was always fun logging on to see what kind of silliness was going to to be here from the funloving goofballs of the "PT family" of old.

Ed....I say go for it....and fast! I for one am ready for the STUPIDITY TO STOP, so we can get back to the original intention of this site, which is to celebrate the greatness of the music that MR. PT & CREW provides for us.

And you just watch...I'm bettin' some IDIOT will slam this post........

And as always....PTB is KING!

Ed (Ed)

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 05:49 pm:

Richard wrote:

Quote:
i think the private messsage board is okay as long as somebody new can join.

I agree wholeheartedly.

Ed

Richard

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 04:55 pm:

i think the private messsage board is okay as long as somebody new can join.

Ed (Ed)

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 02:57 pm:

Announcement!

This will become a private posting area in the very near future so....

If you want to reserve your username and password for this board e-mail ed@pattravers.com the following information:

username- whatever you want
password - whatever you want
full name - full name will not appear on the board.
e-mail address - the e-mail address will be verified by return e-mail with the confirmation of your username/password.

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traverstravelers

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 02:01 pm:

ED& DARLY, hi guys how have you been? long time no see , we will be at all 3 nocal shows. can't. wait, take care and see you guys in aug. scott& jo

Ed (Ed)

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 01:29 pm:

Blu,

I accepted your apology. Not that it was aimed in my direction in the first place. But I accepted it nevertheless - I usually do... I'm just an old softy I guess. I can NEVER stay upset with anyone or anything for very long.

With that said:

When the board goes private nobody will be able to post as anybody else.... so that problem will be solved.

The new "private" board will also be highly moderated to reduce "wear and tear" on the users. note: (You can read into the previous sentence what you will.)

Another problem solved.

If someone did you wrong here.... I'm sorry. I am going to try and minimize this type of collateral damage in the future with the new format.

Peace,

Ed

go away

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 01:11 pm:

Not Again!!!!!!!!

Bluman

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 12:55 pm:

Your the freak not me. This is my second total post(s) on this board. Roadranger was right - you anynonymous trouble maker. I am in good spirits and have been. Why must you dig someone in deeper and deeper with your pathetic punts on me. I only checked your board because I heard about your "bad mouthing". I am a Pat Travers fan and this is what this board is for. You will not get any more lame remarks from me. I am okay now. I was okay before. Please don't ruffle peoples tail feathers and please do not use my name. This should not be able to happen - ED. IT APPEARS THAT THERE ARE A FEW TROUBLE MAKERS AND I WANT NONE - I only want to hear positive - good stuff about PT's endeavors. After my apologies last month, I can't beleive you are still squabbling amongst yourself - get over it. If you really hate me that much then I suggest you go to church and pray that you will not continue to be a pathetic idiot. Rich - I promise you I have not posted on this board until this post and the last. But now I will keep an eye on it, since my name is being slandered and forged or whatever - PEACE OUT RICH - I'm sorry to you - I told you that and I meant it.

Ego

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 12:03 pm:

Aaaahh...I'm shaking. gREG, I do believe your wish has been granted. Three nights of PT Live!
August 15,16,and 17 in cali. Race ya here. Ernie.

Ed (Ed)

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 11:39 am:

gREG wrote on 4/14:

Quote:
Darren/Ed.......can ya make room for me at those CA shows?

gREG - Daryl and I are plannning on going to Darrington and beyond (if there are more shows added - fingers crossed...) If ya want to join us no problemo! Meet us in L.A. and we'll tear up the west coast along with the PTB!

Darren are you still planning on doing the NoCal and Darrington shows??? Cindy? Bette? N-E-1?

Regards,
Big Brother Ed

the usual suspects

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 09:49 am:

One gigantic vote for YES for us!! I could use a big brother once in a while.

Ed (Ed)

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 09:28 am:

Randal wrote:

Quote:
cool new clipart, Edison!

Randal - I'm glad you're enjoying it!

I try to keep a nice neat, clean, friendly, fun and entertaining place here.....

It's sometimes becomes exceedingly hard to do when I get so many people giving me such a hard time about this board.

But hey! Things are LOOKIN' UP!! And I shall remain undaunted.

And finally to anony - yes you can call it Big Brother Alert if you want... that is just the kind of childish retort that I will be trying to avoid in the not to distant future.

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 09:15 am:

If it keeps out the riff raff I'm all for it. Too much negativity is a bad thing. If it means that PT, Rick and Eric, might visit the board more often, then it would definitely be worth it.

Ed, I just sent you an email with my info...let me know if you got it

thanks
bill

anony

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 08:34 am:

Big Brother Alert

Ed (Ed)

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 08:27 am:

Get'em while they're HOT!!!!

Looks like we just might go to a private board here. Which would mean usernames and passwords. I don't want to do that but it looks like we have a few people here that just DO NOT care about their fellow Hammerheads and insist on being rude and abusive. I am dealing with a lot of complaints amongst the users here on the board and I think that would be one way to control things. I can't believe that anyone into PT and his music would/could be that way....but I guess that's life.

So if you want to reserve your username and password EARLY e-mail me the following:

username- whatever you want
password - whatever you want
full name - full name will not appear on the board.
e-mail address - the e-mail address will be verified by return e-mail with the confirmation of your username/password.

The board will not go private for a week or two so you will have plenty of time to get in your requests. At first it will take me some time to build the database and provide you all with the usernames/passwords that you request so please be patient as you might not hear back from me for a day or two about your username/password. Please give me at least 48 hours from the time you send me your e-mail request - I think should be enough time.

One more thing about going to the private board - anonymous posts will no longer be allowed.

Please e-mail the above information ed@pattravers.com

Of course this is all still open to debate.... this is a discussion board after all.

Does anyone here think that going to a private bulletin board will help resolve some of the "issues" that we have been having here? Does anyone here think that we should not go to a private board??? Please speak up!!!

Regards,

Ed

randal

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 07:49 am:

good morning!

it's a lovely day today

S M I L E

cool new clipart, Edison!

Specksmagoo

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 07:57 am:

Ed um er Captian Cupcake, I too am all for a private board. Go for it dude !!!

Captain Cupcake

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 01:15 am:

Hey.

Just checking out my new username

Magoo

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 11:31 pm:

I dunno Shiva...Most gear related discussions are relevant. Surely even Pat himself considers gear choices all the time, just as any musician would. And lotsa musicians dig the PTB. And any music related magazine/TV/radio/website/media source would want to touch on all aspects of a given artists' career. In the grand music biz scheme, gear is just as important as songwriting as image as promotion tactics as fan perception as tour agendas as etc., etc., etc......Some fans just want tour dates...some are happy with new product on a fairly regular basis...some want to read articles & interviews...some want gear tips! If it's PTB related in anyway, and it's not asked or presented in a rude or offensive or defamatory manner, then it should be okay here with most folks. I enjoy discussing gear with you and BG as much as I enjoy a good laugh with Beseau as much as the rare hook up session with Randall or Cindy, or a phone call with Ginbel, or any sort of connection with the other "regulars" here. It's all good...And as always...PTB is King!

Stratophonic Cowboy

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 11:08 pm:

Let's see Jimbo....If you only have the left channel available in the stereo in your truck (is that WITH or WITHOUT the rifle rack??).....uh, and you jam your thumb in yer right nostril.....I think you might end up with some kinda quasi 5:1 ratio quadradial stereophonic spectrum analyzed quartz coordinated linear phased sound system....correct? You followin' me here, bud? Or maybe if you park the truck, and run around it clockwise REAL FAST while you have that left channel 5 watt speaker sucking up every bit of power that 9 watt amp of yours can throw out...it should sound close enough to true stereo that you'll never know the difference. Remember! Run REAL FAST for maximum effect....and don't forget the 3 or 4 beers minimum requirement! There now....The PTB's sounding real good now, ain't they? You should'a heard how good they sounded before you started trying to drive! Just one question....does Pat's flanger sound better when you're outta breath??? The rumors say it's true! You Texans.....Always gotta be different...

Jim, you're always crackin' me up!

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 10:59 pm:

Ed, King Ed, Edmeister, Edvision,...

I am with Strat as well on this one. Please do and , risking the attempt of overworking you

, THE SOONER THE BETTER! I am glad that the last slew of defamatory and spitefull posts made you come to this realization. Some people thrive on that kind of sick attention. You will be getting my info asap not that you need to figure out my username. Even with that said, I really do not believe PT would begin to propogate the site with posts IMO, so for those expecting this to come true don't hold your breath. If I were in his shoes I would be the same way - really.

Strat,
The only reason the gear discussions might stay on the "somewhat intellectual" side, on my end anyways, is due to my feeling that I might be causing the site to be too congested with gear-related discussions. Perhaps I'm just overreacting? That and consideration for the work Ed puts into this site. IMO, I feel this is every much a part of PT's life as it is ours and every tone drivin' musician. I find it especially difficult to separate this from the overall scene - offers a more wholistic impression and insight into the music.

BG,

I couldn't stop grinning all the way home with that amp after playing it at the store. Know that feeling? I could go on but it becomes more esoteric(sp?).

randal

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 09:17 pm:

Jim --

Your post started to sound like a country-western song! hahaha

see ya

Jbeseau

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 06:23 pm:

Without sounding ungrateful, is there a PT Band gig in the future for Texas? My wife will leave me, but I will drive the state! I am only 5 hours from Austin and that place is great! 4 1/2 from San Antonio, another bee-yoo-tiful spot!! And how about good ole Dallas?! 45 minutes!! Or Fort Worth!! 30 minutes!!

I do need a PT Band fix! Not just Pat, the whole band! (No offense to Rick & Eric, but I will also accept a Pat solo show!)

My stereo is out in my truck! I only have the left channel! I thought it was the amp, but I have found it is the head unit. With 3 kiddos and all their money sucking activities, it has been over 6 months since I have heard stereo! A local dj cracked up when I called and requested something in mono!!

Speaking of radio, Dallas/Fort Worth now has a "Bone" radio affiliate! The Bone sponsored one of the band's shows at The Brickyard (I think) last summer! I listened to the simulcast on the internet before the streaming/airing rights debate started. Anyway, they played Boom Boom the other day and I called and asked if they had any other Travers on their playlist. They said not yet, but hopefully soon. I am seriously gathering information to submit to them a show for "New Classic Rock". Specifically, new tunes from classic era rockers! I would love to get "Wiser Man" on the radio! I thought as an addition to the format they could play songs from new bands that carry that good old rock sound, like Cry of Love (they just came to mind).

Hey Kelly/claypo, didn't you give me the tape of the Bone Show? Don't I owe you something!? I think I do?! Please remind me, so I can make good.

Well, I will end this marathon post for now. You know what they say....PTROXXXX!!

Later...Jim

John Howe

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 05:23 pm:

Yeah Ed, a password to post sounds okay-fine to me! But ya gotta allow some stupidity in because I like to post here from time to time.

Hey Eric, Rick e-mailed me last week and said he wanted a few re-prints from the Universal pics that I did a couple of weeks ago. He tried to describe the shots, but I really do need to see exactly which pics. I shot over 270 frames, 3/4ths of which were trash, over those 2 evenigs. Tell him to scan them in as .JPG`s and then just e-mail them down to me so`s I can get to work on it. I know you have copies of everthing, including the trash, and you can do with them what ever ya want. Just keep rockin' and a rollin, don`t ever settle down, I`ll keep your CD`s playin' all the time, I`ll spend my money on your concerts every time you come to town. I`ll call up my favorite DJ show and request your CD`s every night, and baby, I can be a friend of yours!

Thats part of and old Johnny Winter tune that I just modified. See Ed, ya gotta allow for some non-sense.

Oh by the way Eric and/or Rick, I noticed that theres no more shows listed for here in Florida in the near future. I`m sure it`s just an over-sight but could you guys correct that little situation as I`m startin' to "jones" for another show. Thank you very much for your attention on the matter. John "PTB stalker" Howe

Blur

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 02:57 pm:

Ahhh-I feel better already.

randal

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 01:14 pm:

Right effin' ON, Edley! Besides, my big brother can kick your big brother's ass -- Strat will vouch for me on that. Hey Bill, I'm gonna be out yor way the first weekend in May. Let's hook up and laugh about all this crap.

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 08:31 am:

test

Ed (Ed)

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 08:13 am:

Jim wrote:

Quote:
Thanks for keeping this between us!

Mums the word!

For eveyones information....

When you get your username it is real easy to check for new messages since you last signed in by clicking on NEW MESSAGES over on the left there and entering your username and password then clicking search.

Of course the first time you use it it will show you all the posts because you never signed in before. But it's a real cool option that has not been available to everyone until now.

L8r,

Ed

Jim (Jbeseau)

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 07:40 am:

Hey Ed!

I forgot my name and email address in my email request to you. You may know it since it's no secret, but here it is. Don't tell anybody else that my real name is Jim Beseau and my email address is jbeseau@yahoo.com.

Thanks for keeping this between us!

Later...Jim

Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - 01:45 am:

Strat as always, makes perfect sense.

I've emailed you my info, Ed.

Thanks

Bruce

Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 - 11:23 pm:

Hello To Everyone.... Just passing through. Boy I don't get up here often. But I sure don't feel alot of love on this board. I think at 8pm tomorrow central time. All PT fans need to log on the post board at the same time and hug your computer. I think we need a major group hug here. Then make the board private. And ED for user name you should use Captain Cupcake......
New show dates posted
See Ya PTrocks
Bruce

Rich & Nancy

Posted on Sunday, April 21, 2002 - 10:48 am:

Nice!!! Great job Ed!!! Now I can post again! Thank you!!

Gill Comer

Posted on Sunday, April 21, 2002 - 12:35 am:

morning all,

Everytime I watch Sex And The City I think of Twisted Sister. Sarah Jessica Parker is a dead ringer for Dee Snider...

Just over two weeks to go til the PTB hit the UK. Woo-hoo! Anybody else here going to any of the shows? The first night is in a place I've never been, the Limelight Club in Crewe. I've heard it's a great place tho' so I'm looking forward to it.

Alteredego

Posted on Sunday, April 21, 2002 - 12:13 am:

Personally, I do enjoy a little contraversy and verbal sparring, some venting and even displaying a bit of anger, always managed, non confrontative and a willingness to view subject matter from my opponents point of view...most of the time

Keepin' the dream alive...PTBNYECH2. Ernie
(or should that be CHII?)

Brian Maybe

Posted on Sunday, April 21, 2002 - 12:05 am:

Just had to try out the new private board! How's y'all doing? gREG & Randall, still waiting for the details of my Tucson trip.

WAY cool that we should be seeing some new PT stuff this year! 'Bout darn time, I say! Wish I could make it up to the NorCal shows, but I don't think it'll happen. Hopefully a SoCal trek won't be too far behind.

Keep rockin!

Cheers!
Steve Z

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 10:33 pm:

Just to make it official

The Pat Travers Band Message Board

is now a private posting area.

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 09:51 pm:

Announcement!!!
If you want to reserve a username and password to post to this message board e-mail ed@pattravers.com the following information:

username- whatever you want
password - whatever you want
full name - full name will NOT appear on the board.
e-mail address - the e-mail address will be verified.

Please give 48 hours for notification of activation.

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Richard

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 08:24 pm:

hey mike mudd49 jerry riggs is playing with the bobby friss group, and plays on his cd "fate". i think they are based out of orlando.

Twisted Cindy

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 03:09 pm:

Jim, Specks, I am (I'm me), the price..... and on and on. there are a lot of closet TS fans, lol lol. when you play some of the songs people know them, (right BD? lol lol)

Yeah Randal, Yahoo SUcks

still waiting for them to put up my PT club again!!

PS SMF was used to refer to TS fans

Jake

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 12:13 pm:

Ed why has PT being asked to record again for Shrapnel again, seems bewildering!

mikemudd49

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 11:13 am:

I HAVE BEIN GOING THROUGH YOUR MESSAGE BOARD LOOKING FOR INFO ON RIGGS, TO ALL YOU STRAT GUYS OUT THEIR I PLAY A 59 AND USE THE BAR LIKE A WILD MAN, MY STRAT STAYS IN PERFECT TUNE ALL THE TIME. I USE TO USE HEATSHRINK TUBING ON MY E AND B STRINGS TO PREVENT BREAKAGE, BUT I FOUND THAT FILING THE HOLE IN THE BRIDGE PLATE WORKS BETTER.IVE WORKED ON JERRYS STRAT IN THE BOOM BOOM VID. ANY QUESTIONS MIKEMUDD49@HOTMAIL.COM

mikemudd49

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 08:27 am:

I HAVE HED THE PLEASURE OF SEEING PAT PLAY WITH MANY,MANY DIFFERNT MUSICIANS ALL OF WHOM I THOUGHT WERE EXCELENT,IVE HAD THE PLEASURE OF OPENING FOR HIS BAND IN TORONTO. PAT LET ME PLAY HIS GIUTARS AND EVEN GAVE MY BAND MOST OF THE BEER BACKSTAGE. JERRY RIGGS LET ME PLAY BOTH OF HIS 64 STRATS. AS GIUTARISTS GO THESE TWO GUYS DEFINETLY STICK OUT IN MY HEAD AS MONSTER#1 AND MONSTER#2. I HAVE NOT SEEN THIS CURRENT BAND BUT I AM LOOKING FORWORD TO IT. KEEPIN THE BLUES ALIVE MIKEY GIUTAR [TOR]

Specksmagoo

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 07:51 am:

Yo Jim, I'm right there with ya on the T.S. album. Don't forget about "Burn In Hell" and "Nature Of The Beast". Stay Hungry rocks !!!

Jbeseau

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 06:56 am:

SMF = SICK MOTHER F*****R!

From a recovering TS fan! Stay Hungry, minus the two radio hits was a fantastic hard rock/heavy metal/big hair album! Captain Howdy, Street Justice, and others are really great tunes! I have opened myself up for loads of flack, but what the heck!? I am an SMF!

PTROXX!!

Later...Jim

The Snorkels

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 05:52 am:

Hé Cindy

The song from Twisted Sister is another one, I think. The lyric and beat is totally different from HTP. And uuuuh, what does SMF mean?
Andries.

PTB ROXX!!!!

alteredego

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2002 - 12:56 am:

I ain't lying, cause I saw the signs...

randal

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 06:26 pm:

Yahoo SUCKS! Am I wrong, Cindy, or is your site STILL not up yet? Geez, what a bunch of heck! Hecky DARN The wait is maddening

have a good weekend, you positive bastards!

and the girls too

ginbel

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 02:13 pm:

didn't see it.

Too Cool

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 12:58 pm:

What do you make of The Freebird interview Ginbel?

ginbel

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 11:54 am:

Hi all you guys and gals!! Jim, that was too funny!! Nice to finally see you back on here stratty-cat!! Whatcha been up to lately? Planning on going to the NYE show this year?

Mrs. Ginbel

Stratophonic Cowboy

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 10:43 am:

Jim...it's crazies like you that make me miss living in Tejas...but I sure don't miss the humidity and "tornaders"!

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 09:34 am:

Two new PT albums what a way to go

Jbeseau

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 09:19 am:

Hey Strat/Guys/Gals!

Hey I'm Texan, not retarded! Well, not totally!

The gun rack had to go! I couldn't get to the sliding rear window to throw my Pabst Blue Ribbon tall-boy cans into the bed of my pick-up! I got pulled over once for a noise violation from all those dang cans!!

I got to thinking about my stereo problem and it hit me! I went to the doctor and had my ears checked! I'm deaf in my right ear! It ain't my stereo! It's my ears! So I got me a funnel and some duct tape and I can hear in stereo again! Woo-Hoo!

I tried what you said and now I'm in traction! I ran the wrong way, tripped on my dog Skeeter, knocked the hood down on mama's fingers (she was giving the pick-up a tune up!), stepped on the baby and landed in a mud-hole with my thumb up my ass!! I never could get up to speed to test your quasi-quad theory though!

Well I gotta go! I think the dog's in heat again! And my son is skinnin' a squirrel on the pool table again!

Later...Jim/Tex

hooked_on_pt

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2002 - 07:35 am:

...subliminal message to whoever does PT's scheduling

Buffalo NY 9/14/02
Buffalo NY 9/14/02
Buffalo NY 9/14/02
Buffalo NY 9/14/02
Buffalo NY 9/14/02
Buffalo NY 9/14/02

Heck - it's my big 40

....if he's not gonna be in Buffalo that night...I'll go find him!!

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 09:50 pm:

Sir Ed (let us see...

nope..

uh, let's try again...

closer.[frog to prince] Looking for one representing royalty.Ha! Ha!)

Thanks for that last email. I think it is fair for me to say that you have afforded the status of Sir Ed in my books and as Eric aptly pointed out, "You can do no wrong in my book...!"

Strat- "Or maybe if you park the truck, and run around it clockwise REAL FAST while you have that left channel 5 watt speaker sucking up every bit of power that 9 watt amp of yours can throw out...it should sound close enough to true stereo that you'll never know the difference. Remember! Run REAL FAST for maximum effect...." Did you check with Jim first before revealing his true identity...S-man! You guys had me

Richard

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 08:02 pm:

randall, you got too much time on your hands lol, Cindy whats up with the "other" PT site?

Cindy

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 07:57 pm:

Andries wrote:

Quote:
and Paul Gilbert on the upbeat
good fun rocker "You can't stop rock n'roll".

Hey Andries, I only heard TS doing that song, and I REALLY REALLY like that version (being an SMF and all

), kinda curious of the one you are talking about, will have to check it out.

PTB Darrington WA area fans Aug!!!!

randal

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 06:20 pm:

Blu - lost your email address

eme

Bluman

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 03:03 pm:

Ed. Thanks brother - I knew you wouldn't let me down after meeting you and hanging in my Expedition at the Coach House with Cindy and Dwarff - I knew we would be friends. I'm Keeping cool and staying good. Hope everything is going great for you. Thanks for your apology - I never meant to offend anyone - life is full of twists and turns, ups and downs. I'll be in touch - but won't be around that much for the "negatives" to feed on now that I I have learned wo they are. Thanks to you roadranger - Your a nice dude. - See Ya - Blu

GREg

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 10:18 am:

Jbeseau....drive the 13 1/2 hours here to Phoenix for New years Eve!!!! My casa-yer casa! Cindy and the Hammerheads are makin BIG plans!!! Ed, Goin to a wedding in Nerwport Beach area on the weekend of Aug 9th.....so it will be tight to go on the road trip. Maybe I can fly in and fly out from a different city. Hmmmmmm. Randal, thinkin bout Steves show in Tuscon? I'm spending a week in Anaheim early June for work, but dont know exact dates. I'd love to see the show in Tuscon! Let me know. I'll bring Monica Lewinsky for the backstage fun! hahahaha!! Will sign up for the private board tonight. Oh yeah, saw Don Henley last night for the 3rd time in 2yrs. he pretty much does the same show..........its just he has a few NEW songs to throw in the set!!!!!! Can't wait fot that new PTB CD!!!!!! gREG

The Snorkels

Posted on Thursday, April 18, 2002 - 08:10 am:

Hi everyone,

I'm listen now at this moment to the new cd
from Glenn Hughes and Joe Lynn Turner:HTP
Man this ROCKS,this is an classic rock record!!
There are guest performances from John Sykes on
the epic 8 minute power rock ballad "Heaven's missing an angel" and Paul Gilbert on the upbeat
good fun rocker "You can't stop rock n'roll".
Deep Purple fans? BUY IT!!

BTW PAT, ERIC and RICO always ROXX the PLANET!!!!

Greetings from the land of sins....Andries.

Daryl

Posted on Friday, April 26, 2002 - 11:38 am:

Shiva & Specks,
All very cool ideas guys, but I think I'll just be postin' what I already have. Concidering the time I've already got into it, I'm pretty much "Cruised out"!

Specksmagoo

Posted on Friday, April 26, 2002 - 07:51 am:

Hey Daryl, if your gonna play around with that PT cruiser, why not add PTROXX liscense plates like the ones I have on my car ???

Captain Cupcake

Posted on Friday, April 26, 2002 - 07:19 am:

DNK wrote:

Quote:
Ginbels we have John's e-mail but attempts to send to you always get returned undelivered.

Rich & Nancy's e-mail addy can be had here...Stuff

Denise and Kyle

Posted on Friday, April 26, 2002 - 06:57 am:

Hey everybody,I hope that things are good in the
P.T. Family, also noticed a much mellower tone since it has been privatized. Ginbels we have John's e-mail but attempts to send to you always get returned undelivered. We have been trying to hook up with some of that material you were talking about before the universal gigs in march,
were also going to try to see the band in no.cal
in aug. we'll wait and see about the fares and hopefully.
later,DNK

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Thursday, April 25, 2002 - 09:52 pm:

Hey Magoo-

Sent you a post. Check yer box bud. Hope you enjoy.

BG -

I do not have your addy or I would have sent it off to you too. Pass it along mine or strat's way and we'll get the info to you so you'll be in the loop.

Daryl-
Yeah, that PT cruiser...wouldn't the body be cool using PT colors such as it appears on the old albums (Heat In the Street) and a not so flashy flame hot-rodder look on the sides and maybe a PTB logo designed on the hood? Just a thought. May have to change the color of the Cruiser though.

Daryl

Posted on Thursday, April 25, 2002 - 07:08 pm:

ha ha ha, Ed!!! You're always a barrel of laughs Bubba!

Thanx for the automatic sign-up for the board. I knew that you'd know what I wanted my password to be.

I'm gonna try to post a couple of PT Cruiser images (and an animation) this weekend. Thanks again Darren, for letting me use your original photo of "The Boyz" that you took at the Coach House.

Bill, just goes to show ya, great minds think alike!

cuttlefish66

Posted on Thursday, April 25, 2002 - 03:19 pm:

Hi Gill,
Yeah, two weeks and counting to PTB in the rock n roll capital of the world(?)...Crewe. I'll be there (we actually met at Milton Keynes last November I think).
Hey Rick/Eric...are you going to bring some CD's and T-shirts over this time?
See you in 2 weeks.....

Hammerhead

Posted on Thursday, April 25, 2002 - 09:38 am:

What the??????

Both Daryl and Bruce posting in the same week???

I almost can't control my jubilation!

P.S. - the really cool thing about being board admin is that you get all the really cool usernames.

Ed

Daryl

Posted on Thursday, April 25, 2002 - 09:03 am:

Scott & Jo,
Good to hear from you. I can't wait to come up for the shows in August and party with you guys! It's going to be another fantastic PTB adventure, no doubt about it! Also glad to hear that you're going to make it to Tempe NYE. WOW!!! There's sure going to be quite a lot of us going. What an excellent way to end the year!

Take care and we'll see you there!
Daryl

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2002 - 09:35 pm:

Steve - Will pass along the info if the opportunity arises.

Scott & Jo - Do not know if you confused me with Steve but, sounded like it.

I am pretty close to you folks.

Brian Maybe

Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2002 - 01:00 pm:

Shiva-

Cool, hope you enjoy Rocks! They're a great band, and a nice buncha guys. If you talk to Jay (singer) or Sean (Brad Whitford guitar), tell 'em Steve from Led Zepagain says hi!

And of course, have a great time at PT's show in Aug!

Cheers!
Steve Z

TraversTravelers

Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2002 - 12:30 pm:

hey steve, sounds good, we live right down the road from the boardwalk in the sac. area,as ed&darly know we catch all the pat shows we can. take care &see you at one of the pat show. scott&jo

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 09:59 pm:

Hey Scott and Jo-

Neighbor central valley PTers. We should get together for chat and

.

Steve -

That Aerosmith tribute band "Rocks' will be in my backyard friday and I'll be checking them out along with the opening band. The guitarist for the opening band bought a piece of gear off me months ago when I was relenquishing some gear.

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 09:45 pm:

As promised stratmagicians- Part 2

Quote:
...if you dont have breakage problems, I would not recommend doing anything to your bridge. All plastic sleeves do is prevent strings from touching the bridge plate, even drilling or filing string holes in plate still will not stop them from breaking at the saddle.
I've seen many different ways to attempt keeping a guitar in tune. I've been playing strats for 30+ years - lubrication and stretching in my mind are the best. The nice thing about ltuners is no chance to wind the string improperly, as overlapping winds on the peg will cause tuning problems. As for string trees, the use of 2 or 1 depends on the type of mach-heads you use.
Springs- the # of springs is of personal taste. The different sizes I've encounterd will be a result of different manufacturers i.e. Fender, Floyd Rose, Kayler, Goto, Warmoth, All Parts etc.
Wiring for me is pretty much standard except for the use of hbs in the bridge position. Also, I use lace sensors in the middle position just because there are no pole pieces to chew the •••• out of my finger nails.
Neck pus are always american single coil. I use the basic 5 way 3 250k pots.

Just a reminder fellow guitarists- don't get any crazy ideerrrss. Make sure not to use that lube on any other "body" parts

raaaandalllll

Posted correctly that time Ed. Thx!

TraversTravelers

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 05:53 pm:

just checking in, hi ed & daryl. we cant wait for the nocal shows. we also already have hotel res. for the new years show. see you guys at the shows, take care. scott&jo

Ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 05:21 pm:

Howdy all!!

Can someone please send us John Howe's email address? We've managed to misplace it. John, you out there anywhere? Let us know what your email is and we'll get in touch with you about the pictures from Orlando.

Thank you!!!

Hooked_On_PT

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 07:45 am:

Hey StratCat!

Just wanted to let you know the dupe is done. I should get it into the mail to you by the weekend. Sorry for the delay...moving has consummed all my time. Also sorry to contact you through this forum but my PC at home is disassembled for the move so I couldn't email you.

I'm throwing in a bonus I hope you enjoy

Thanks bunchs!!!!

****************************************8

All together now, loud and proud...

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 07:12 am:

Rockpig! Wrote:

Quote:
and today CNN tells uswe have lost another golden throated talent...Linda Lovelace.

ROTFLMAO!

Rockpig!

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 06:57 am:

First we lose the golden throated voice of Layne Staley...and today CNN tells us we have lost another golden throated talent...Linda Lovelace.

I'll miss them both.
This week is not off to a very good start!

gREG

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 06:26 am:

I remember listening to Rock-Line....or some show like that, and Jerry cantrell was saying "it's only a matter of time before we lose Layne." Wow, whatta creepy way to go. After the party goes that far down-hill even your friends just give up. ANYWAY, YES, the count down is on to NYE!!!! America West has some kick-ass deals goin, but its still early. Check the TRAVEL section of your Sunday paper. Hers a good question: what Van Halen songs will the Hagar/Roth tour play? hahaha! g

Ginbel

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 02:09 am:

I also am missing Layne. His singing was haunting. The first time I heard "Dirt" I almost threw it out the window of my car because it was so depressing. After two weeks or so of thinking about it and reading the lyrics, I listened to it again and again, and.. well you get the point. It is right up there as one of my all time favs. Just a shame. There is always a lesson to be learned in these situations. The problem is that the teacher has now passed on.

Bruce

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 01:50 am:

Just wanted to say Hi to all...just passing through.....
Bruce
Hope you all can make here New Years Eve.
Pat's gonna rock the house down

Cindy

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 12:34 am:

No shiva, I am in Vancouver Canada, not in Washington. gREG, still planning NYE for PTB in Tempe!

Cindy

Posted on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 - 12:32 am:

Randal is having problems posting here, he asked me to post this for him:

Quote:

That's for the Gomer at Yahoo who can't get Cindy's site posted for MONTHS! what a maroon
I have to miss my friends Dishwalla in San Diego this week, 'cause I'll be in Tennnnnesssseee. Any PT fans in Nashville? Drop me a line -- I leave Tuesday mornin' randal@ehmarch.com

Posted on Monday, April 22, 2002 - 10:54 pm:

Ken wrote:

Quote:
guess I did something wrong on that one Ed?

Yup no space between the quote and the {

You wrote:

Quote:
This was PART 1 -
\quote {IT DEPENDS ON...

But you almost got it!!

I fixed it for ya.

Ed's handy hint #1 - when you "preview" your post make sure it looks exactly the way you want it to look before you hit the "POST THIS MESSAGE" button. The preview feature lets you see what your post will look like before you post to the board. In your case you would have seen your "quote" in the preview window.

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Monday, April 22, 2002 - 10:36 pm:

guess I did something wrong on that one Ed?

Rockpig!

Posted on Monday, April 22, 2002 - 10:33 pm:

Hey Shiva...The buzz around Seattle is that Layne had basically holed up in an apartment smacking out and rarely ever venturing outside for any length of time. It's common behavior for addicted junkies to behave this way. I'm not ragging on the guy, it's just a sad, true, fact. The reason that authorities held off on the instant identification was because the body was in such a state of decomposition that they supposedly couldn't recognize Layne, even though they knew for sure that it was in fact his residence. This is why the earlier reports only stated that "a body" had been found at his residence. Word is, family members in Kirkland (a Seattle suburb) and friends hadn't heard from him in a while so they requested police to check up, knowing full well the "health issues" Layne had been dealing with for several years. Layne's state of being was a well known fact in the music (and drug) community in the Seattle area. It's been quoted that he had actually been dead for more than 4 days....authorities are putting it at closer to 2 weeks....And heroin paraphernalia was indeed found in his living quarters. I was at a Tony Levin show Friday night and at a Rory Block show at the Experience Music Project Museum Saturday night, and the buzz was already all over the place by Saturday night. Word spread extremely fast, and I refused to believe it until I actually saw it on the news. Layne was one of the best singers in the last 12 years on the rock scene, and I'll miss his incredible voice. Yes, the "Dirt" release is very somber, but it remains one of my all-time favorites to this day. It's a damn shame to see him go down like this, and the people on Ebay that are selling all kinds of Layne Staley stuff to make a quick sympathy buck is something I find extremely repulsive. Rest in peace, Layne...whatever your demons were, they're now gone.

i_like_f150s

Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2002 - 10:55 am:

Found it!!

http://www.bandshell.org/july.htm

Thanks,

Phil

The Snorkels

Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2002 - 01:43 am:

Hi everyone,
PTB and Rick Derringer + wife are fine. We welcomed them on the airport and now they're driving to Germany to stay in the hotel, then continue the trip to Denmark. The flight was oké!
Now we'll have to wait for May 5, but we did see them allready!! Crazy PTB fans, LOL.
Greetingzzzzz from those mad Dutchies.

To all the fans in Denmark, have fun!!

cause PTB ROXX!!!!

Richard

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 08:18 pm:

hey phil I think the band shell is behind the adam's mark resort in daytona, if that is daytona.Seen pat in daytona for bike week 1999, at dirty harry's, he really kicked some ass that night. i think edgar winter was playing at the bamd shell that week if it is the same place.

i_like_f150s

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 06:37 pm:

Hello all. I was a big Pat Travers fan in the mid-70's, and still like the old stuff. Glad to have found this site and see all I've been missing these past twenty or so years. Hope to add some newer material to the collection.

Had a question about the July 5th concert date... it says Dayton Beach, but I assume that it is in Daytona Beach? Does anyone have directions to the Band Shell? I will be in the area for the NASCAR race and would like to see the PTB in concert.

Thanks,

Phil

Randal

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 02:28 pm:

I mean -- you guys SMOKE

Randal

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 02:28 pm:

I neglected to mention my sadness at the passing of Layne Staley. I've been an AIC fan for years, and had always held out hope that they would reunite. Saw Cantrell twice, and will go again soon as they're coming back to San Diego. Layne, you junkie bastard, we'll miss you forever.

On a lighter note, Break a Leg, PTB! You guys kick ass!

Blur

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 02:08 pm:

Rick-hope you guys have fun overseas. I am hopeful to make 2-3 shows down in Myrtle Beach in May. House of Blues or different venues? Please post as soon as you know something.

Hooked_On_PT

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 11:53 am:

Yes, Rick...when is the North East tour?!?!?! C'mon...it's starting to get warmer now fella's!!! Heck, we had two days in the last week over 60!

Have fun on the euro-trip, be safe, and hey..that's really cool that you guys get to jam with Rick D. Definitely a feather in your collective caps and a testament to your abilities and talent!!!

I would definitely recommend changing the shirt between sets...for PT's sake!!! Can't have the MAN passing out cuz o' the stink!

HAH!

rock on fella's!

Hey Ed...we need some cliparts about Rick and "Fratetrain" . Need to come up with a cool nickname for Rick too.

Badger

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 11:45 am:

The Darrington rock fest in August is shaping up to be a good one. The Sunday line-up was PTB & Foghat but they have just added Judas Priest as the headliner...sounds like its gonna be a good one.

PTBROXX!!!
Darren

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 07:39 am:

Randal!!!!!
Good to see you posting!

You had me worried there...

Nancy&Bert

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 07:25 am:

Rick, Eric and PT

Good to see you post, Rick. Bon Voyage!!!!!!!!!
All the best. When can we expect a Northeast gig? We're beginning to feel left out!!!! Hopefully one day soon.............Have a safe trip.

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 07:12 am:

Rick wrote:

Quote:
Anyway, wish us luck and see you all soon!!

Godspeed PTB.

Rick Navarro

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2002 - 02:35 am:

Hey ya'll, Rick here... We're ready and psyched for the trip across the ocean. I know we're gonna see alot of friends we've made on our trips and I get the feeling it's gonna be an awesome tour.
For those of you who don't know, this one is gonna be fun but a little bit of a challenge, because Eric and I are playing with Rick Derringer as a 3 piece, taking a 15 minute break, and going back out as the PTB. (Different shirt!?)

It's 5 am here and we're leaving in 9 hrs, but as usual, I don't really get much sleep the night before a long trip, so I'm taking the opportunity to say hi to everyone in the PTB family. HI!

Anyway, wish us luck and see you all soon!!

Rick

ps We'll try to post from there to let you know the progress.

Posted on Sunday, April 28, 2002 - 11:54 pm:

Shiva:
I saddened by your post regarding Caesar Diaz. His amps were simply incredible. I met guitarist Duke Levine years ago while he was on tour with Mary Chapin Carpenter. Duke is an amazing guitar player - his tone and style are a cross between Vince Gill and Larry Carlton. I remarked how great his rig sounded (he also was playing a '63 sunburst strat)and he showed me his Caeser Diaz amp after the show. These amps weren't mass produced like Fenders, Riveras, etc., but from what I heard, they put all of them to shame. Caesar will be missed greatly - he was a true innovator.

To mikemudd49:
Thanks for the info on Riggs' guitar setup. I originally thought he played a '65 (judging from the decal)but realized that the same decals were placed on late '64 models as well. His sunburst strat is actually a three color, not tobacco sunburst as stated. Fender added red and yellow to their sunburst by 1960. Do you work on tremolo strats now?

Gill Comer

Posted on Sunday, April 28, 2002 - 11:26 pm:

London Calling....Crewe is a week tomorrow and I'm starting to get _very_ excited. Eric, Rick, if you're reading this have a great time in Denmark and I'll see you next week.

Shiva Tonemonster

Posted on Sunday, April 28, 2002 - 08:23 pm:

Quote:
This week is not off to a very good start!

The week ended that way as well. I learned earlier of another good one we lost on Friday - Cesar Diaz, amp tech and guru for SRV, Bob Dylan, and other noted classic rock artists. Cesar was one who would attach a pic of him and SRV in reply to posts to him regarding his bootique amps and pedals (he sent me one of him at SRV's gravesite with him kneeled at his tombstone). My mom always said these things happened in threes - there does seem to be something magical about the number 3.

Randal

Posted on Sunday, April 28, 2002 - 04:19 pm:

Geez, Shiva . . .

I wish I had read that post before I stretched and lubricated

spank you very much!

the energy is building behind NYE

-Randal H. Bonemonster

PS Ed -- IT WORKS!!! THanks for the post, Cind

Ginbel

Posted on Sunday, April 28, 2002 - 03:17 pm:

Denise and Kyle,
We tried to email you by clicking on your name here on the site and it came back as 'failed'. But we tried to email you about the CDs available.

Maybe we can just stay in contact thru this site.

We'll be talking ya!

Posted on Friday, April 26, 2002 - 07:49 pm:

Daryl replied:

Quote:
Considering the time I've already got into it....

Boy do I ever know what you mean...