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Bluhawley
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 09:30 am: | |
Scott & jo, Pat and I ordered the same thing Filet mignon, medium, no potatoes, vegetables and a salad. A glass of red wine. Tony had the prime rib, no potatoes and my wife had the veal medallions. At the Vista Room, rooftop restaurant at the Golden Phoenix, where I picked up two palatial suites for Pat and Tony. They were treated like Gods. Pat was extremely thankful and kept us laughing at dinner even though his day started at 5:00 am from Florida and we were eating around 7:30, then off to the show in the limo. Chris and I were completely blown away, he does different tricks on his guitar all the time. Soemthing always different. One of the best times Ever. Talked about doing some other gigs and the Tahoe Festival - it was said to be one of the best put together shows Pat had had produced in quite a while. Thank You PT |
Badger
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 12:40 pm: | |
Does anyone know if the real PTB will be playing the Everett, Washington show on December 13th?
Eric? Rick?
Darren |
Bette
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 02:05 pm: | |
Will the real PTB please stand up!
Darren, how did you ever find out about that show? |
Badger
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 02:21 pm: | |
Bette,
Sandy actually told me about it. She saw it listed in our local entertainment paper in the out of town section. It looks as if its a one-off fly in date. Are you going? Long time no see! |
Randal
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 02:41 pm: | |
Everett on the 13th?? As it happens, I will be flying into Seattle that day! IF IT'S TRUE I'LL BE THERE. Someone confirm, will ya??
On another note -- check THIS out. No more than three business days after Rich announces the release of METRO and Eric announces the soon-coming "Horse You Rode In On", the Dow Jones Stock Market takes a big and positive turn! They almost broke 9900 on the PT news! Imagine the economy when "Horse" actually goes on sale! Mark my words -- it'll be a fine day on the market. Rich, keep that capitalistic greed-machine of yours going -- I'm sure PT's digging it all the way to the bank! Eric, nice to hear from you on a regular basis. You gonna play the Everett gig? I'm betting Strat would show up if you do. Bette, Darren, it'll be good to see you again. Too far for Cindy? How about Big Ed deFreitag (sic)??
gREG -- you give Lick-Kitty-Split a whole new meaning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No WONDER you -- high-tailed it -- on your way out of town!! You sick bastard |
Sandy
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 03:05 pm: | |
Randal,
It seems to be true!!!
It's a ticketmaster event, we bought tickets yesterday.
It's on jimmy Z's website.
It's on Pollstar.
Hope to see you all there.
Sandy |
Randal
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 06:10 pm: | |
right on -- will get mine too |
Rockpig!
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 06:48 pm: | |
Hey Randal, Darren, Sandy, Bette, Eric, Rick, etc...If it's the REAL PTB, then I'm there! |
Randal
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 06:55 pm: | |
I hope so, Piglet. Just bought my ticket! Yeayess!! Anyone know if eRICK are gonna be there? Eric, you'd probably know! Lettuce in on it if you do -- hope to see you guys |
PTrocker
| | Posted on Monday, December 01, 2003 - 07:51 pm: | |
Where is the best place to keep up with PTB Gigs.I do not want to miss them when they come to the midwest |
PTB Stalker
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2003 - 09:54 am: | |
Hi PT rocker,
This web site does have a gig page but sometimes Ed, the keeper of the site, doesn`t always get word of gigs from PT`s people. I frequent Eric`s and Rick`s sites and if they are playing a show with him, they`ll have it listed on thier gig`s page. From time to time I`ll go over to pollstar.com and check there. |
Randal
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2003 - 10:49 am: | |
I think it's actually Bruce Frye from Phoenix who's been maintaining the gig list -- right Ed? |
Pat Kitty
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2003 - 11:33 am: | |
I heard a rumor about a Portland show this month. Can anyone confirm? I know it might be a little early in the month to solidify the shows. |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2003 - 01:23 pm: | |
Look what I came across, REO was pretty good during their time!! Tonight it is the TSO! Looking forward to it, maybe someone should contact TLo for PT information! Especially since there is nothing posted for December
"Sammy Hagar and his band, the Waboritas, will join members of the Dead to play at the second annual Red or Dead Electric Benefit show Dec. 22 in San Rafael, Calif. Meanwhile, the Red Rocker & Co. will hook up with REO Speedwagon's Kevin Cronin and others for a semi-electric acoustic performance on Jan. 9 in Walnut Creek, Calif., to raise funds for the Animal Rescue Foundation.
RedRocker.com" |
PTrocker
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2003 - 04:47 pm: | |
Thanks for the info PTB Stalker |
PTB Stalker
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2003 - 07:31 pm: | |
Hey Sandy, if you read this, send me an e-mail to inboard@earthlink.net please. Thanks
S'later, JH |
Hooked_On_PT
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2003 - 05:28 am: | |
TCF....so, how'd you like the TSO???? |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2003 - 06:10 am: | |
OH MY GOSH! Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Totally incredible group of musicians, my husband also loved it! We had a wonderful time, didn't stay for the meet and greet as we both get up at 4:30a for work, but we enjoyed it as everyone else around us did! Will definitely go see them again! Also buying the CD!
Hooked and TSO you were absolutely right!
Hope everyone has a great day!
 |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2003 - 07:52 am: | |
Well I just talked to a very good friend of mine, who you all know and I was given permission to give you all the news:
TLo (aka Tony Lopez) is getting married! Yes he and his fiancee' have plans on getting married in April in Las Vegas!
CONGRATULATIONS TONY! Nothing but the best to you! Love ya much!
The same person also told me that there will be shows booked in January, February and March with PT! Woohoo what a New Year we will have in California!!
P.S. Carl/PurpleHaze, I emailed you back! |
Randal
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2003 - 11:19 am: | |
Hey TCF and Daryl -- I never got to see Tahoe pictures. Any available?
Pat must have released "Horse" today -- the Dow is over 9900. I don't have money in the market, but the people who's money I need DO : )
yippee! go, 2004 |
Jbeseau
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2003 - 01:38 pm: | |
Quote:The same person also told me that there will be shows booked in January, February and March with PT! Woohoo what a New Year we will have in California!!
Do you guys realize how lucky you are!? And how jealous the rest of us are!?
Texas is beautiful right now! It was in the high 70's, low 80's Sunday. 70 or so now! Pat, Eric, Rick...Come to Texas!!!!! I miss the PTB B-A-D!!!
Later...Jim
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TSOutcast
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2003 - 07:12 pm: | |
Glad you enjoyed the TSO show ChickFan! I've never heard of anyone not satisfied with the show they put on. I think the biggest factor in the entertainment value of their shows is that the players really having fun doing what they do. Their tour is short so it's not like they become road-weary and with it being a holiday-themed show I think everyone on the crew really gets into the spirit of having fun. I love the way they joke around with each other on stage...I think that translates well to the audience. |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2003 - 06:26 am: | |
Hi Randal, I do have Tahoe pictures and I have Ed's address to send them to, however, I am one of those that does not have a digital camera and have to get my butt to the photo center, get the pics on a cd to send to Ed. Which I promise I will do soon! (I hope) My daughter is on a JV Basketball Tournament team right now and it has been absolutely crazy! My son's birthday is Friday night (he will be 17) and he still wants a party! Ok, back to the pictures, Randal I have one of you across the crowd taking a picture my way, too funny! I will take care of those and send them to Ed ASAP.
Take Care Everyone!
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Bluhawley
| | Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2003 - 10:56 am: | |
Daryl and Ken both have a plethora of Tahoe pictures. I give my permission for anyone to get them. Mine were sent on CD. Maybe they can allow you to download them. Including the ton of Pat pictures there are pictures of Bad Company and Robben Ford in Ken's pics. Daryl's are all PT. There's a couple cool ones of Scott and Jo in the massive crowd and I think I saw Randall. I know I saw "the water girl" and there are also some very cool pics of Michael Onesko and The Blindside Blues Band, who are way underrated. Later - Blu |
Pat Kitty
| | Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2003 - 11:31 am: | |
TLO.......this is Cindy.....can you email me at cincrocker@hotmail.com? I have a favor to ask of you!!
Thanks |
Ginbel
| | Posted on Friday, December 05, 2003 - 04:12 am: | |
http://cgi6.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewSellersOtherItems&userid=ptbroxx&include=0&since=-1&sort=3&rows=50
Is the link to get the new "Metro" CD |
Brian Maybe
| | Posted on Friday, December 05, 2003 - 10:01 am: | |
What's up, folks? Just wanted to pop in here & say "Happy Friday" to y'all!
Randy, I finally got to watch the Guitar Wars DVD, and it's FANTASTIC! Folks, I highly recommend you get this DVD from him! Nuno & Paul Gilbert tear it up on Gettin' Betta! Lot's of other great stuff during the show, too.
Got to see Roger Daltrey in a little club doing a dress rehearsal for a benefit show he's doing tonight. Lot's of Who stuff, plus some classic rock standards. My singer, Swan, is working as monitor mixer for the show, and Roger called him up to sing With A Little Help From My Friends with him! It was really a gas to see that! Got to meet Roger, too, and he was great, very friendly.
And Rich, I'll be getting me a copy of Metro in the next week or so! Keep 'em coming!
Cheers!
Steve Z |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Friday, December 05, 2003 - 04:19 pm: | |
Hello to all of my PT buds. Does anyone know about the AOl Shop: Music, DVD's, Videos link on aol 9.0 optimized, Pat Travers DVD Audio "From the Front Row Live" for $14.48. Blew me away. since I never saw it on Ginbel's listings. I bought it, we'll see what I get. This must not be produced by you huh Rich? Any info on this from anyone, would be great.
When I get a chance I will speak with Pat (of course I'm paying)about compilation and distribution of an CD (entitled??)whatever Pat wants, but maybe "Pat Travers Band The Killer Ballads" with tunes like Cant Stop the Heartaches; Calling Card Blues, The Pain, Stevie,
What You Mean To Me, Lovin You, Play It Like You See It, Electric Detective, It Ain't What It Seems, Speakeasy, Runnin From the Future, As My Life Flies, Love Will Make You Strong, Crash N Burn, I Love You More Than You Will Ever Know, World Without End, Daydream (Your Blues Away). Comments |
Brian Maybe
| | Posted on Friday, December 05, 2003 - 04:54 pm: | |
Blu,
Live from the Front Row is a DVD-A repackage of the King Biscuit Flower Hour CD, live on the Hot Shot Tour. Only difference (aside from the 5.1 mix) is they messed up the song order!
Cheers,
Steve Z |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Saturday, December 06, 2003 - 10:26 am: | |
Oh and Via Veneto. Thanks Steve, I'll look forward to that. |
tomveil
| | Posted on Saturday, December 06, 2003 - 08:36 pm: | |
PT is scheduled to play on Friday Dec 12 at the Mt Tabor Pub, SE 49th & Hawthorne, Portland Oregon. Anyone know if his band is going to be with him or who the special guest is? I saw his last 2 shows in Portland this year (January and August) at the Roseland. It's a pleasant surprise to see him coming back again so soon. |
Badger
| | Posted on Saturday, December 06, 2003 - 10:29 pm: | |
Thanks for the info Tom! We will now be seeing PT in Portland as well as Everett.
Tom Veil Said:
Quote:Anyone know if his band is going to be with him
This is the million dollar question. I've tried to no avail to find out if the real PTB is playing.
 
|
Rockpig!
| | Posted on Sunday, December 07, 2003 - 08:58 am: | |
Yes, I as well would REALLY like to know who is playing with Pat on the Northwest gigs! Why the hell is it SO DIFFICULT to find an answer to such a simple question??? This is very frustrating. My guess is that it WON'T be Eric & Rick, but that is only an assumption based on the fact that Rick & Eric have a gig in Florida on Saturday the 13th according to the gigs page at Rick's website. It would really be nice to get a clarification from someone in the know as opposed to having to do guess work on my own... |
Badger
| | Posted on Sunday, December 07, 2003 - 12:04 pm: | |
Strat posted:
Quote:Why the hell is it SO DIFFICULT to find an answer to such a simple question??? This is very frustrating.
I feel your frustration Strat! I've tried contacting Tony Lopez only to find out his TLO website is down & his telephone number has been disconnected. I've tried emailing Don Barnard but he has not responded. I've emailed Eric. I've emailed Rick. I wouldn't even have known about the Portland gig, which is less than a week away, if it wasn't for fellow PT fan Tom Veils post about it. THANKS AGAIN TOM!
Ed Help! |
Blur
| | Posted on Sunday, December 07, 2003 - 02:42 pm: | |
Sadly, the last few posts are a typical day in the life of a Pat Travers Band fan. |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Sunday, December 07, 2003 - 07:23 pm: | |
I will get a hold of Tony and find out for you guys, it will probably be Wishbox since they do most of the west coast gigs. I should have an answer for you by tomorrow!
Hope everyone is getting ready for the holidays! |
Pat Kitty
| | Posted on Sunday, December 07, 2003 - 09:24 pm: | |
It's my understanding that Wishbox will be playing the Northwest gigs with Pat this month |
Badger
| | Posted on Monday, December 08, 2003 - 05:52 am: | |
TCF:
Quote:Well I just talked to a very good friend of mine, who you all know and I was given permission to give you all the news. The same person also told me that there will be shows booked in January, February and March with PT!
TCF, I sure appreciate you trying to help us PTB fans find out who is playing with Pat on the Northwest gigs but if Pat Kittys post is correct, then why didn't the person "who you all know" advise you of this weekends Seattle & Portland shows? You'd think they would know this if they know about 2004 shows already. |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Monday, December 08, 2003 - 08:42 am: | |
Well Said Badger, great point too! I don't know why Ed doesn't have the December gigs or 2004 gigs posted?????? I know Tlo trys to keep everyone posted and all I can do is wait to hear from him! Left a message, waiting to see what happens! A little help.....Tony, Ed, guys from Wishbox! Thanks.
Hopefully I will be posting soon with some news, and maybe Ed can update the Gig List. |
Daryl
| | Posted on Monday, December 08, 2003 - 09:55 am: | |
Randal, I posted the Tahoe Rockin' Blues Festival pics awhile back but unfortunately neglected to tell ya'll...sorry! Been too wrapped up with other stuff lately I guess. You can check out the ones of Pat from the "Daryl's PT Pics" link on Ed's main pics page....or go to this page http://www.pattravers.com/dw/shows/ where I also posted pics of other musicians that I've seen last year including Ronnie Montrose, Brian Howe, Robben Ford, Glen Hughes, Gary Hoey, Robin McAuley, Led Zepagain, and Wishbox.
Blu, I'm pretty sure I also sent you the pics of Brian Howe and Robben Ford on the same disc as Pat's. Double check. If not, then check out the link above or let me know and I will send them to you again (in a higher quality and resolution than what's on the internet).
CONGRADULATIONS to TLo!!! Way to go Tony!
 |
PTB Stalker
| | Posted on Monday, December 08, 2003 - 01:24 pm: | |
That`s if Ed gets a gig`s list from PT! |
TLOroxx
| | Posted on Monday, December 08, 2003 - 01:36 pm: | |
ALL THE DATES ARE WITH WISHBOX ALSO ALL THE DATES IN JANUARY AND FEBUARY ARE WITH WISHBOX. |
Randal
| | Posted on Monday, December 08, 2003 - 06:03 pm: | |
Thanks, Daryl -- the photos turned out great, as always. Still hoping to see what Regina has . . .
Thanks for the answer, Tony. See you in Seattle. Wish I could make Portland, but found out too late.
Rich -- I'm riding on the "Metro" right now! Thanks so much! It's pretty strange to think that this was PT almost 30 years ago! YIKES -- we're getting up there, aren't we? Can't wait to check out the DVDs when I get home.
Strat -- guess I know where that leaves you. I'll be there anyway. One of these days it'll come together. You going to BOC at 7 Cedars in March? That's right on the way to Port Angeles and a good friend knows Buck pretty well so I HAVE to go to that one. Hope to see you soon |
tomveil
| | Posted on Monday, December 08, 2003 - 07:18 pm: | |
I only learned about the show last Friday, it's advertised in a teeny tiny little ad on page 19 of the Oregonian's "A&E" pullout section.
It says "Fri Dec 12th: PAT TRAVERS with special guests. $10 cover. Doors open at 9PM. Info & booking 360-834-1623" (which is a Vancouver, Washington number.) I'll call it tomorrow and see if they know anything. |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 06:11 am: | |
Okay there you go guys, Tony posted! Thanks TLo! Now if we can get Ed to update the Gig List with the info he gets from Tony! (Tony, Kristina would love to hear from you, she misses you!)
Hey where has Texas Rich been??
Randal, I promise to get those pics to Ed ASAP!
Everyone have a great day! |
tomveil
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 10:14 am: | |
That phone# I posted yesterday is the booking agent for Mt. Tabor Pub... I reached an answering machine both times I called, left a message asking her to e-mail me additional info about the show. I also called the pub 503-238-1646, they have a recording you can listen to; it says someone named "Jason Van Auck" or something like that is opening for PT. And the recording does say "Pat Travers".... not "Pat Travers Band". So I suspect it's going to be one of those acoustic solo sets. |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 10:18 am: | |
Strat, Rockpig, Badgerer, Tony Lopez is a great and very busy guy. He is west coast based and therefore work to route the west coast. Tony is a good friend but it's not his duty to lay out every PT detail. Tony just recently moved, got new numbers - they all work mind you and is working hard to book a massive string of west coast dates, Yeah for us on the west coast. These venues, make the offer, send in the deposit and get the bookings. Pat has always been the biggest and baddest on the west coast, just keep your chins up. Tell you what, if you have a venue that wants to go through these steps, I'll hook them up with Tony directly. If not, then keep watching the shows appear on the west coast. I am working on booking my own PT shows. To me, like so many of us out here, we love Pat to pieces.
Check pollstar.com for Pat's routings. Tony, has posted time and time again - West Coast Gigs are with Wishobox, east coast usually with Eric and Rick. This is a plane flight issue. Plus, for those of you who obviously only know Eric and Rick and Rick is an absolutely stellar individual, (without question, I've met and talked with him - it's time to check out the Wishbox Boys. They are excellent muscians all from the south bay area and with a five piece support behind PT's lead and vocals how can you possibly complain? This band rocks hard. A trio just can't put up the same sound - it's musically impossible. Hope you all have a great Christmas. Blu |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 10:23 am: | |
Yo tomveil. A promoter may advertise PT as Pat Travers or The Pat Travers Band. I always promote Pat Travers, since a great musician like Pat has various other musicians beating his door down to play with him. When you book Pat Travers that's who you get Pat Travers. He's the man people come to see and from what Isee, patrons don't really care who plays with him as long as Pat is there. Pat is the real deal. Except no substitutions. |
Missingmars
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 11:35 am: | |
Okay all you promoters out there:
Upstate NY has not seen Pat Travers since 1998!!!
I e-mailed some promoters on this message board as well as Eric Frates on this. Eric actually asked me for club contact info, which I gladly provided. Here goes again.
Northern Lights
1208 Rte. 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518)371-0012
-ask for Devan
Pat has played here before. Capacity is approx. 800. |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 12:56 pm: | |
Mars man, from what I heard this venue is not interested. They never returned our calls. How many did Pat draw into that place? I know we've spoken about that venue and I sent you a list of others, apparantly all quite a distance from your house. Think about vacation on the west coast surrounded by PT gigs. Now that's a vacation bro - Blu concertservices@aol.com. Just got a PT DVD in mail, gonna check it now. |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 01:00 pm: | |
Marsman see if you can get the number for Scott Seeman. I went to college with him and was one of his very best friends and roomates and his dad, Murray was mayor of Grateneck New York for many years. He or his dad may be in the phone book back there. Scott is a huge Travers fan and is made of money. Tell him you spoke with me and we want to do the gig at his house. Hey, Ha, Yo. - Or try calling Adam Rosen attorney at law, I went to college with him and he has bucks too. He is in upstate new york somewhere. Maybe Rosyln Heights. Beat the bush like this and sometimes things happen. |
Rockpig!
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 08:18 pm: | |
Nobody was asking for every PT detail....Just a simple question of who was playing with Pat.
Wishbox played here in Seattle with Pat last January, and Eric & Rick did a couple of West coast gigs with Pat back in late July, so asking who it will be this time around should not be asking for too much. And to some of Pat's fans, it DOES matter who he's playing with. I've seen both band versions, and I myself prefer one over the other. Pat is without question a fantastic guitarist/performer, but he is not the ONLY reason I choose to attend his shows. To paraphrase, a chain is only as strong as it's weakest link. I'll leave it at that. I do not buy into the "more band members = a bigger sound" slant. There's a reason it's called a POWER TRIO.....'nuff said.
Tony....I really do appreciate you taking the time to post the line-up so that those of us asking for the info could make some decisions. It really is appreciated! Kind regards to you, and congratulations to you and your wife on your recent marriage.
And as always..... |
Freight Train
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 - 10:45 pm: | |
Ya know I promised not to even mention the name of a certain person on this page but it sure is getting harder and harder to sift through his neverending CRAP. May it be opinions or fabricated FRIENDSHIPS or whatever sometimes I just wish you all could know the real story behind this COLOR.... oops did I give it away!!!!! Anyway....Rockpig I am sorry I didn't see your question as I have been out of town lately. Please feel free anytime to e-mail me directly at ERICFRATES@aol.com! There is only one PT that much is true. You see TLO has a vested interest in Wishbox. Unfortunately he can not get enough money to support the REAL P.T.B.
Don Barnard is working on some quality shows on the west coast as we speak. As for New York. PLEASE send me some venue contacts directly and I will do all I can. Eric |
Badger
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 03:20 am: | |
Bluhawley:
Quote:Strat, Rockpig, Badger. Tony is a good friend but it's not his duty to lay out every PT detail. Tony, has posted time and time again - West Coast Gigs are with Wishobox. Plus, for those of you who obviously only know Eric and Rick,-it's time to check out the Wishbox Boys. They are excellent muscians all from the south bay area and with a five piece support behind PT's lead and vocals how can you possibly complain?
Blu, by currently having two different touring versions of PT, I think its an appropriate & fair question for a PT fan to inquire about, especially if you travel to see them. No one is asking for every detail? No one is complaining!Its simply not true that Tony has posted time & time again that west coast gigs are with Wishbox. The gigs page states that-all Northern California shows played with with Wishbox. Less than 4 months ago Rick & Eric played the Portland & Seattle west coast shows. I've travelled up & down the west coast many times from Canada to see Pats shows. I've even met you at the LA Coachhouse show. You know me as Dwarff. I been to the PTB Backbeat & Boardwalk shows two times over. As far as "checking out the Wishbox boys", Been there, done that! I've seen Wishbox open for the Pat Travers Band twice.
Personally, I prefer the Eric & Rick version of PTB! Of course we all still love Pat, which is the main reason I will be driving a couple of hours to see the TLO version this Saturday in Everett. BUT by knowing who's playing with Pat ahead of time has given me the choice of opting out of the 5 hour drive down to the Portland gig this Friday, which I would have done if MY favourite version of PTB was playing.
Thanks for returning my email Eric!
Thanks for your help Traverschickfan!
Darren |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 10:44 am: | |
Freightrain its' obvious you haven't grown up. You display immature chracteristics. I heard this from others, but for two years now have ingored those words because you are part of the PT team.
It's your demoralizing verbage, side antics and punts towards me that made Pat just say he was tired of it a couple of years ago. He only had one side to th story. On July 27 during my festival production, Pat told me that my production was great. He showed great appreciation for what I did for him. That's why I do it. He and I are friends whether you choose to believe it or not. Pat told Tony on Nov 6, in "he really likes us and wants to be friends, quote, unquote. Not to mention his endless thank you's. On November 6, My wife and I invited Pat to dinner in Reno. He accepted and was happy to see us. I put him and Tony up in palatial giant 5-star suites. I gave him a very special gift. All I heard was thank you. Such a gracious man. Take lessons Freightrain. Maybe your'e just not old enough, I don't know or understand you? If you want to know what he ordered for dinner email me at concertservices@aol.com. Or maybe I should see if that's okay to tell you? Would he have accepted if he didn't know me? Eric,I've known Pat since 1985. Please don't lie to him and make yourself feel better or make someone look bad. The truth is I am a "Wiser Man" Pat said to his wife over the phone at dinner on November 6th that "Blu has really changed", "I'm seeing it for myself". Why don't you do the same? Maybe you will get more invitations to play. Eric, I will not let you get to me. You actually, really know nothing of me. It's time you get off your high horse and MY BACK. You are just a drummer, a good one, but the truth is there are a couple hundred of them.
To the fans: PT is PT and there is only one. If you love PT then you come to see him play when you can afford it. Why would you even care who supports him? If you have made friends of band members that's great, I do the same thing, but I will still take PT with anyone and I mean anyone PT chooses. He's the man!!! The singler and guitar slinger.
Eric, if Pat wants you then I'm happy with it. But I will tell you Eric, since you haven't absorbed this: Pat does not like you bad mouthing people and creating negatives and I will not lower myself, to a self-consumed drummer which you are showing all the signs of. Why are you so worried about me? You are darn lucky Pat even lets you play with him. Wise up and get over it. It's obvious I do exist. My shows make money. Pat in Zephyr Cove, NV and Reno, NV this year alone. Promoters out here will not put up with a malcontent drummer, no matter who they think they are. Life is too short. Ever heard of that word Eric - "Apology"? I'm sorry,try using it with me as I think you owe me one. Eric, it's just that I've had enough of your filandering of my name, whenever you see it, in a once in a while post from me. This time SIMPLY because I praised the Wishbox boys. I have nothing against you Eric, except this long drawn out hatred you seem to have for me. Bury the hatchett buddy! - Blu |
Bette
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 11:50 am: | |
OH MY GAWD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
EVERYBODY STAND BACK!
Gettin' Bette |
Badger
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 11:53 am: | |
So Bette, Are you goin' to Jimmy Z's on Saturday or what? It will be nice to see you again if you do! |
Ed
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 12:23 pm: | |
Good lord almighty.
What's a webmaster to do? |
Bette
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 12:26 pm: | |
Ed, LAUGH AND ENJOY THE RIDE!! |
Jbeseau
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 01:05 pm: | |
What the fudge just happened!? OMG!!
Later...Jim
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TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 01:09 pm: | |
Hi Ed! I knew you were out there somewhere! Now about Texas Rich, where have you been?
Darren, No problem, glad I was able to help a little bit!
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Bluhawley
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 01:57 pm: | |
Again "the real story behind the color?" This is a punt and attack on my character. Put a sock in it Freightrain that's all I am saying. |
Freight Train
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 02:02 pm: | |
Now THAT'S just the sort of post I would expect. When exactly did you start to confuse PAYING someone to be in your company to actual friendship. You will never receive an apology from me. Remember the night you stole our D.A.T. and only returned it after Ginbel relayed Pat's threat of legal action. Or how about being physically removed from a P.T.B. show. You are now and always have been a lying, underachieving, little engine that couldn't. I look forward to your threats of your Bruce Lee like martial arts or better yet how about posting under various names again just to be taken as more than a babbling idiot. Do you really think you are a Wiser Man? GET A LIFE and for god sake get your own identity. You are older that's a fact. But wiser????? Come on. On another note the message board is NOT the place to discuss business. Ya see the proof is in the deposit! There is no need to manifest false hope with gigs and conversations that only took place in your head. That my "Wiser elder you" is how it's done. ERIC |
Freight Train
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 02:08 pm: | |
Bette, gREG, Ed, Darren, Sandy, Bruce, Rockpig, Rich, Nancy, Zbassman, Missingmars, Carl, Ice Queen and everyone else who I know from this site and on the road I apologize for this ridiulous banter. I will not post again on this subject. Happy holidays and best wishes from Angela and myself. ERIC |
Bette
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 02:14 pm: | |
Eric, Don't worry about it.
You ARE the "GREAT FREIGHTTRAIN!!!" |
Blur
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 02:48 pm: | |
Eric-I'm hurt that you left me out, but it's cool. ;) LOL! |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 03:43 pm: | |
Boo Hoo Eric! Like I said Eric put a sock in it and knock off your jealous BS. Don't you understand simple directions? You started up on me and I responded. I should have ignored you. I will from now on.
I'm sorry to the others on this site - but Eric lives in the past. He continues to hammer me. Look for yourself. Where did I ever direct anything to Eric? Where? All people should be forgiven. I have never, and I mean never been removed from a PT show. I got drunk at one 10 years ago at Del Mar Station in Reno and was out of line. But never removed. I don't drink booze anymore. Ask Tony or Pat.
Get the facts straight Eric. You live in the past. My paid for Coach House gig on your birthday was my gig. I paid for it - you dig? The DAT was mine and always was mine. It was after the 9-11 disaster. I sent Pat the DAT, not you and that's why your'e mad. I certainly was not going to send it to your Renner Road buddy, for the same reason you don't send me unreleased material. I book Wishbox - that's why your mad. Come on you've only met me once. So you couldn't possibly be that much of a mutton head.
Eric, the past is gone. The present is now and you can't do anything about the future - it's going to happen. One last question for you Eric. Did I purchase a fictitious show this past July 26 and 27? Was November 6 a Pat Travers mirage? Was dinner with the great Pat a dream? Eric please get psychiatric help and lay off me. Bruce Lee is dead. Your immaturity is amazing.
Furthermore, If you want to keep this bull of this board then why did you start it with your post? Answer me that one? Am I suppose to let the good PT people hear your badmouthing of me without a word? Not a chance Prancer. Despite what you may think, give a person a chance to know you and they won't necessarily like you just because you are a part time drummer for Pat Travers. Yeah, hurray, yippee Eric is a great guy, and loves to rip me before Christmas. Cheers Eric - you are the greatest, most wonderful person I have ever known. Lay off - Comprende? |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 03:52 pm: | |
You know what is funny??????? you both keep saying this is your last post on this subject but you both keep at it! I am finding myself checking the board every hour just to see the next round  my bad! |
Booker
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 04:23 pm: | |
Blu....You didn't book the Nov. 6 gig in Reno!!!!!I DID!!!! And you know what's funny? It was on the 12th. Get a grip! And Badger?.....You never e-mailed me. I answer every single e-mail I get. Try me if you want to know the real story about what's going on. I think I've said enough for now, but if this crap keeps up...look out. |
Randy
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 05:17 pm: | |
Hey! The PT Msg Bd version of "reality tv." |
Ginbel
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 05:20 pm: | |
Hey... wait a minute... I booked that gig!! (just kidding). The funniest thing is as i am writing this there is Eds' post about the "bloodletting" dying down a bit. LOL! Oh well. Merry "bloody" christmas. LOL! |
Badger
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 05:58 pm: | |
Booker:
Quote:And Badger?.....You never e-mailed me. I answer every single e-mail I get.
Are you Don B? If you are, yes I did email you. I sent you an email to dbroxx@aol.com at precisely Tue 12/2/2003 7:09 PM
I've been in contact with you since 1997 & yes you have always answered my emails until now. It was never sent back to me undelivered.
Has your email address changed? |
PTB Stalker
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 05:58 pm: | |
Hmmm..., I say pistols at 10 paces!
I`ll tell ya, I`ve had a GREAT rockin' year, maybe the greatest ever, and hope y'all had one too!!! I`m so looking forward to next year `cause it might even be better than the last!!! Jolly Holiday eveybody!
Now if I could only catch up with "the horse that I rode in on"!
S'later, JH |
Freight Train
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 06:08 pm: | |
Why didn't anyone tell me that Bruce Lee was dead? You bastards! Anyway....good things are a comin'. Without letting out to much info. out pre-maturely, I will tell you this. As we speak Pat is looking over an offer from a reputable label on an ENTIRELY NEW and original album. That is some huge news. Rick Pat and myself could start recording as soon as early January. Pat is excited about this but Rick and I are ecstatic.
On another note Badassrek.com is now up and running. Please visit and register or just post your comments. We have been so busy...most of the time playing 5 nights a week. I sure hope you like the site. ERIC |
Randy
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 07:40 pm: | |
Quote:By PTB Stalker on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 05:58 pm:
Hmmm... I say pistols at 10 paces!
Best thing I ever saw for this was while I was in Army basic training. If there were two guys who wanted to duke it out, the drill sergeants would get them boxing gloves and it was a one rounder. It ended when one (or sometimes both) of them decided he'd had enough.
Basically, no one got hurt (at least not physically), and in most cases, that was the end of the problem.
Randy
PS: AND unlike the real boxing world, no one got an ear bitten off! |
PurpleHaze62
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 08:06 pm: | |
I have just ONE thing to say about all this BS. I have met and hung out with Eric and Rick many times and they are some of the coolest people I have met in my over 40 years, besides being very talented musicians. Suffice it to say that you guys have my vote any day over any "backup" band, no matter how many instruments they attempt to play. I am sure Wishbox are reasonably talented guys or else Pat wouldn't choose to use them to back him up, but, as a musician, guitarist, band member and music lover, there is no way you can recreate the tightness and overall vibe of a practiced band with some guys who just learned the songs, no matter how good a musician they might be.
At the risk of stirring the pot, I wish that we had a mechanism on here to screen unwanted posts, like the "ignore" feature on AOL and MSN chat... I guess you could call it a "Blu-blocker" LOL.
At any rate, Eric...Rick....you guys are tops in my book and don't let the turkeys get ya down. And quit your "filandering" too....maybe the guy should buy a dictionary??? Oh, you have to be able to SPELL the word to get the correct definition. Ya think he meant "Slandering"? What about pandering? Gerrymandering?
Alright, it's clear that PurpleHaze needs some sleep.
Those of you who are not steeped in ridiculous negativity and backbiting, have a happy holiday season...the rest of you can take a hike.
Peace, love and good rockin'
Carl |
Whyaduck
| | Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 - 11:30 pm: | |
The Gigs page shows Portland show on the 11th. Isn't it Friday the 12th? Local club recording says it's the 12th. Any changes? |
Ed
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 05:05 am: | |
Quote:The Gigs page shows Portland show on the 11th. Isn't it Friday the 12th? Local club recording says it's the 12th. Any changes?
Sorry.... typo.
It is the 12th.
Ed |
Sandy
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 06:51 am: | |
Eric
Wonderful news!
Too bad we won't be seeing you in the great northwest, we'll miss you!!
Merry Xmas and Happy holidays to you, your family and Rick too.
Holiday greetings and well wishes to all!!
Sandy |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 09:48 am: | |
Hey Don, I said my wife and I had dinner with PT and Tony, my treat. I also gave Pat and Tony palatial suites. I knew you booked Pat and wish you hadn't, because you blew out my July 26-27 follow up. Try getting a bit more on the next booking for Pat.
Carl, if someone punts on you, I'm sure you will respond like I did to Eric's out of nowhere badmounting of me again. So, give me credit for standing up for myself. Come on "Blu Blocker"? Those are sunglasses. Only a true dick would say something like that to someone you don't know. If you don't have anything good to say then don't say it at all.
Eric, check your email. And yes Bruce Lee is Dead . Hope Pat gets that record deal. |
Bette
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 10:03 am: | |
ooooo, below the belt. |
Hooked_On_PT
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 10:16 am: | |
BRUCE LEE LIVES!!!
So Blu...you're into the martial arts, eh? Cool....we just started last February...Hung Gar Kung Fu....we should promote to 2nd degree yellow tomorrow. What do you study?
bill |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 10:21 am: | |
"Uh Oh, look out, here it comes....." (Name that tune)! That's what seems to be happening! |
Hooked_On_PT
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 10:24 am: | |
"Rock n Roll Suzie"
my first PT |
Bette
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 10:47 am: | |
tangeant man! what? |
Brian Maybe
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 11:23 am: | |
Great news, Eric! A new PT Band studio album would be just what we all need! We're all keeping our fingers crossed on this one!
Ed, you been very quiet, hope you're hangin' in there! Thought I might see your mug at the House of Blues Zepagain show tonight!
Cheers to all!
Steve Z (still blissfully unaware...) |
Ed
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 12:16 pm: | |
Hey Steve!
Not tonight - Just ain't in the cards - But I'll probably re-emerge for the show on the 20th!
L8r! |
Coolhvacman
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 01:40 pm: | |
I'm going to see PT for the ninth time on Saturday at Jimmy Z's. Saw him also in August at Emerald Queen. Has anyone out there been to Jimmy Z's before?? What kind of place is it? Club or roadhouse tav??? Anyway, PT STILL rocks, and much better and badder than the first time I saw him in 1977 in San Fran. Time flies when you're having fun. On another note.....are there any EXCELLENT PT dvd's out there???? And if so, where to get them??? Any and all info is appreciated. See you again Saturday Pat..................Peace |
Bette
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 01:55 pm: | |
Jimmy Z's is on the internet and looks like an
Italian cuisine bar-club place. It seems to have
lots of bands there. I have never been there but
looks ok and serves alcohol too. Coolhvacman, where will you be driving from?
Bette |
Randal
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 02:05 pm: | |
Bette and Darren, I'll see you guys in Everett!
Eric, that's great news on the new record!!!!!
Hey Ed, cool holiday decor!
I agree with Stratporker, but I'm gonna be in town anyway so will go to the show at Jimmy Z's. I've never been there, HVAC, but assume it's a roadhouse-type joint. The guys in Wishbox are cool fellas, but there ain't nothing like a good ass-kicking by the PTB -- FEATURING eRick!!! A 5-piece behind Pat just waters his stuff down, in my opinion. 'nuff said |
Badger
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 09:35 pm: | |
Quote:Has anyone out there been to Jimmy Z's before?? What kind of place is it? Club or roadhouse tav??? Time flies when you're having fun.
Been there before dude. Road house tavern! I saw Nazareth there in 1998 on their Boogaloo tour. They hit the stage at 12:30 on a Sunday night. Pat has three bands opening for him on Saturday, so expect the same! |
Badger
| | Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2003 - 09:49 pm: | |
How come wishbox is not opening for Pat in Portland or Seattle? Doesn't make any sense to me! Free promotion down the drain! |
Missingmars
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 06:35 am: | |
Hey Hammerheads ,
Happy Holidays to you and yours!
Great news Eric on the new upcoming CD..Can't wait.
Some advice for everyone here...
 
That's right, have one on me! I've just bought a virtual round for everyone here. Let's have a toast for all things PT!  |
Nitrowolf
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 07:06 am: | |
Have a cold one for me at Jimmy Z's everyone, I will still be at work keeping the Navy afloat, somehow. Wish I was there to get me ass kicked with the rest of you. PT ROCKS |
TraversChickFan
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 07:45 am: | |
Daryl Quote:
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"You can check out the ones of Pat from the "Daryl's PT Pics" link on Ed's main pics page....or go to this page http://www.pattravers.com/dw/shows/ where I also posted pics of other musicians that I've seen last year including Ronnie Montrose, Brian Howe, Robben Ford, Glen Hughes, Gary Hoey, Robin McAuley, Led Zepagain, and Wishbox."
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Daryl just checked out the pics here! You got some great ones! Thanks for sharing! Where are the wedding/hawaii pics? |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 09:21 am: | |
Hey Hooked. Just good old Steven Segal "Karate". Let's get together when I get my next show. The New Year's fallout was a disappointmnet, but I'm working hard on something else. It will be my treat. - Thanks |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 09:23 am: | |
Badger, Wishbox does not open anymore, they are the actual band on stage with Pat. Thought you knew that bro. probably some local act opener. Cheers |
TraversTravelers
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 09:46 am: | |
DEEP PURPLE/THIN LIZZY..Feb.11th @ Warfield,S.F. |
Bette
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 11:47 am: | |
They are also at the Paramount in Seattle
February 9th. |
Randal
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 12:23 pm: | |
That will be great to see. Wonder if they're doing San Diego??? |
Brian Maybe
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 02:43 pm: | |
http://www.thehighwaystar.com/tourdates/
2/14 at the Wiltern in LA! I'm THERE!
Hey Rand, don't forget, Zepagain and Which One's Pink, Jan 10 at Canes!
Cheers!
Steve Z |
PTB Stalker
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 05:14 pm: | |
Yo Eric, and/or Rick, Is the PTB gig happen' next Friday night in nearby Tampa, as per the B A REK web page, or wha..? I`m keeping my eyes crossed for you guys for the new CD and checking my mailbox 6 times a day for "the horse" CD. John Hammond is in town tomorrow night and I just today recieved his new CD, "Ready for Love". Sunday, my favorite local band, the Hep Cat Boo Daddies are having a big party! The Hep Cats are opening (again!) for BB King on New Yeas Eve here in Miami! BB is a Hep Cat fan, fer real! This is like the 3rd time that he`s requested them! Still, I might go up to nearby Orlando New Years Eve to catch Cheap Trick and Joan Jett! I`m also a Jett Head! Yeah, 2004 is gonna blow my freakin' mind. Oh Yeah, I just bought a new camera. Life is grand! |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 06:56 pm: | |
Travelers, see you at the Warfield. I will be backstage with Purple. I will bring you back if you want. late - Blu |
Wejhead
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 07:16 pm: | |
Hello P.T.B. fans, This is my first post to this site. I am a HUGE P.T. fan(310 lbs. 'lol')I just got home from picking up my tickets for tomorrow night's extravaganzza at Jimmy Z's in Everett.This is going to be the 4th time I have seen P.T. I first saw him at the 2000 classic rock festival in Darrington, Wa. Then again at that fest. in 2002, and then last Aug. at the Emerald Queen casino with Rick Darringer. All 3 times I have seen him, I saw him with the hardest working back-up band in the world, Eric Frates, and Rick Navarro.I am a little apprehensive about seeing him with Wishbox. But , we'll see.It promises to be an excellent show. I went to the Jimmy Z's web site, and learned of the opening acts : SILAS BENT ; KAYOS THEORY ; and a very good Deep Purple cover band, (seen them twice), SHADES OF PURPLE . They are a fun band. Anyway, just a quick story from the 2000 rock fest. , Me and my then 13 year old daughter went to the show, I didn't know much about P.T. then, but we went down front to lean against the stage together to see this band. I watched in amazement as pat ripped through the strings of his axe like it was butter. Manipulating it as though it was a Los Angeles '10' and he had hours of foreplay for her!! He was such a perfectionist. Any way, (sorry, got carried away) my daughter and I caught the drum stick that Eric threw out to the crowd, me catching 1 side of it, and my daughter catching the other end of the stick. We took it around back after they were done and had it autographed by P.T. , Eric, and Rick! It was a REAL generation gap tightener. We had an unbelieveable time. And it strengthened our relationship. Sorry, rambling again. Ok, My real name is Dean, big fat guy. If you see me right down in front tomorrow. Say hey. I'll be going alone!! Nice to be here, P.T. ROCKS! |
Blur
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 07:48 pm: | |
wejhead-great first post and welcome to the board! Have fun at the show and don't be a stranger on this site! |
Daryl & Kathi
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2003 - 09:43 pm: | |
TCF, glad you enjoyed the pics. As far as Hawaii and the wedding go, we have been sorting through all the photos and trying to choose only the best to post, problem is that there are just so many, that we may not get them posted until our fifth anniversary,lol. Thanks for asking.
Bette,We sent you an e-mail, check it out.
Ed...Golf? |
A1AAA1
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 05:09 am: | |
When will "the Horse You Rode in On" be avaliable to purchase? |
TraversTravelers
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 06:31 am: | |
Hey BLU,Cool,see ya there!!!!,Take Care,Scott & Jo |
Coolhvacman
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 09:56 am: | |
Thanks to everyone for the info on Jimmy Z's. Bette I will be coming up from Lacey, which is near Olympia. Pickin up my sis in Puyallup and then heading up. It would be great to get to meet those of you who post and are going to be at the show. Dont know exactly how I'm going to pick you all out??? Maybe this will help....I'm 6'2", 260, short blonde hair, reddish gotee, be with my sis. So you can recognize me, I'll let you know I'll be wearing jeans and a 1977 Zep t-shirt. Perhaps that will help??? LOL As for those of you who may doubt the intensity or sound of Pats performance, I've seen him twice with his original 3 piece with Mars and Tommy, then a few times with the 4 piece that included Pat Thrall. The rest of the times were with unknown (to me) backup guys until I saw him again this year with Rick and Eric and the EQC. That is a nice tight group too. But in saying that, EVERY TIME I've seen PT he rips to new levels. Theres nothing quite like him coming on stage and ripping into Hooked on Music....no matter how many times I've seen it....brings me back to my youth!!! Thats a good thing. No doubt tonight will be no different for me!!! Hope you are all happy, well, and enjoying the holiday season. Its definitely a time and season for...........Peace. |
Coolhvacman
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 10:08 am: | |
Just looking at the posts re: Deep Perple and Thin Lizzy. I saw DP in Tacoma in 84??? on the Perfect Strangers tour.....they kicked. What I'm interested in finding out if is Gary Moore is in the current rendition of Thin Lizzy??? Anyone have a clue??
Saw some other posts too regarding other musicians and wanted to let you all know my sis, bro, cousin, and all the kids were some of the LUCKY people who got to see the original MONTROSE lineup play live in concert for the first time in 28 years!!! happened this August 15 in Concord, Ca. while I was on vacation. What a break!!! Sammys band was rockin and high energy as always, but when Ronnie came to play the power behind it was incredible. They played Rock the Nation, Space Station 5, Bad Motor Scooter, and finished with Rock Candy. I had seen Sammy 7 times and various forms of Ronnie and Gamma 5 times, but to FINALLY see them together in the original setup was great. Actually a life long dream of mine. In fact, my two favorite slingers of all time are Pat and Ronnie. Seen them many times and hopefully more to come. Peace to all this holiday season................... |
Blur
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 11:46 am: | |
If the original Montrose lineup had stayed together I honestly believe they would be looked upon like Boston, Van Halen, and other hard rock innovators of the 70's and 80's. Those guys were really something to behold.
"If you get lonely on your daddy's farm. Just remember I don't live too far." |
Cjtms
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 02:39 pm: | |
Haven't posted since Pat's last show with Wishbox at Portland's Roseland. I can't believe the Eric & Rick whining is STILL going on! Anyone at last nights Portland show at the Mt. Tabor Pub will tell you that Pat's chosen West coast band has been trimmed down to three. Sal, Mike & Ben are tight, solid professionals that Pat can always rely on to give their very best every show and they do not disappoint. Never seen Eric & Rick with Pat but live recordings I've heard do not do justice (I hope). Eric is no doubt a killer drummer but I can't help but think his 'Wishbox' animosity comes thru in his performance. He seems to overplay his breaks to the expense of his timing. Relax everyone, Pat is the show, and he'll always give a great one. For those of you lucky enough to catch the show tonight in Everett, ENJOY! I know it'll be a great one as Pat and the guys were on the money last night. |
Ginbel
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 06:29 pm: | |
Yes, I have ALWAYS thought Eric was overplaying AND especially due to "wishbox syndrome" LOL!! You are right about 1 thing though... the recordings don't do the band justice! |
Randy
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 07:57 pm: | |
"Wishbox Syndrome??" --- "Wishbox Animosity??"
You're both wrong. This is a clear cut case of drumstick envy.
It's kind of like penis envy, but it's not who's got the biggest drumstick, it's who can pound the hardest and fastest. A subtle, but important distinction.
Merry Christmas!!!
Randy |
PTB Stalker
| | Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2003 - 09:37 pm: | |
"who can pound the hardest and fastest"!?!? Gee, I always thought it was who could best play WHATEVER the the tune and situation requires.
I just got back from the John Hammond show. That old guy is so cool that all the ice cubes in the joint got jealous and ran out the door in frustration.
S'later, JH |
Randy
| | Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 05:15 am: | |
Saddam - down for the count!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
Rockpig!
| | Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 09:58 am: | |
YEAH!!! It's about time! As much as the rat bastard deserves to die, I'm really glad we took him alive. Maybe we can get some information out of him. And by having him alive to show the world that we indeed captured him, it will eliminate the naysayers attempts to say that it is not Saddam (remember the information minister and his comments at the time of the attacks?). It will also be interesting to see how the Iraqi population will respond now that they know for a fact that he's captured and the regime will not be coming back into power at a later date, thus terrorizing those that opposed Saddam. It will also be interesting to see how countries such as France, Germany, Russia and others react to the rebuilding of Iraq now. They have been in deep opposition, yet wanted a piece of the rebuilding pie, without having sacrificed any troops.....
This next week will be very interesting, indeed!
Oh.....and PT Rocks! (Had to throw SOMETHING in this post about PT!) Ha! |
Rockpig!
| | Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 10:20 am: | |
Tuck tail and run Osama....you're next! |
Bluhawley
| | Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 11:48 am: | |
Ben Street is one of the best drummers I have ever seen. He is always precise and the shows I have seen with Ben, I never once saw him hit the rim or miss a beat. Ben is 42 years old and has been playing since he was 15. That should say something. I agree with you Cjtms - spot on mate.
Blur - I defintely agree with you about Montrose. The original band would be huge if still more than active. If any one wants to book the Current Montrose lineup without Sammy, just call Scott at 925 838-2880. I'm sure all offers would be given due consideration, as I know Ronnie will always make the final decision and he's a steller individual.
Saddam your history. I'm going to fire up a stogie on that one. Waiting to see if my Viking ans Niners win today first. I'm - out - Have a Merry Holdiay Season all of you PT fans and friends of mine. Scott & Jo that's Killer news - thanks for the email. May just be me. Dinner - yes!!
Also Rich, I got the Rockpalast DVD and wanted to know was Makes No Diffrence originally cut at the end with the credits taking over or what. There was more tasty lead about to close the end fill and it was cut for credit. My only complaint. Audio is excellent and it sure is cool to See Mars and Pat looking so young. Totally Satisfied Dude! |
Ginbel
| | Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 03:11 pm: | |
Thanx Blu, Yep that was all there was. How do you like that audience? Pat and the boys are tearing it up amd everyone sits there like it was church. LOL! Too funny. Pat just blasts away as if it was a stadium full of people. Glad we caught the f'er sodom! been lodin is next!! |
Randy
| | Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 03:19 pm: | |
Quote:By Ginbel on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 03:11 pm:
How do you like that audience? Pat and the boys are tearing it up amd everyone sits there like it was church. LOL! Too funny. Pat just blasts away as if it was a stadium full of people. Glad we caught the f'er sodom! been lodin is next!!
I just did a '79 Cheap Trick show filmed at the same studio, and the audience was identical. In between songs, there would be a smattering of applause... and other than that, if they hadn't panned the camera over on the audience, you'd have thought the place was empty.
They did pick it up a bit when a few well known songs were played though.
Randy |
Missingmars
| | Posted on Sunday, December 14, 2003 - 04:24 pm: | |
PTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTBPTB
-sorry, didn't have anything to say but just had to post!
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Missingmars
| | Posted on Monday, December 15, 2003 - 07:40 am: | |
Saw Michael Schenker Group the other night in Poughkeepsie, NY at the Chance! Pat has played there before, but not in over 5 years!
Absolutely smoking! Schenker can still play the guitar like nobody's business. Only downer was crowd induced. Some A** Hole got a little too excited and tried to start moshing. When nobody joined in, he got pissed and decided to throw beer all over everybody. He even put his thumb over the bottle opening and proceeded to shake it and spray beer all over SCHENKER during an awesome guitar solo!!!!. Micheal was no doubt a little irked. It was their last song of the set though and some security guy came on the mic and said that there would be no encore because some guy sprayed Schenker w/beer. He then shined his penlight right at the guy, who then disappeared into the crowd. |
Bette
| | Posted on Monday, December 15, 2003 - 08:30 am: | |
I missed the show in Everett. What can I say
If I had gone I would have had to get a hotel.
It is a long drive especially for those coming
from Olympia!! and drinking and all. They weren't even going to play until midnight. Randal
did you go? Darren? How was it? Please post.
Wishbox should have been ok. They have done a lot
of gigs together and have gotten more insync.
Maybe next time. |
Bette
| | Posted on Monday, December 15, 2003 - 09:46 am: | |
By the way, Kathi and Daryl, Great Pics of the
wedding. Makes me want to go back. |
Hooked_On_PT
| | Posted on Monday, December 15, 2003 - 11:35 am: | |
10 days til Christmas....
Will there be a new PT CD under my tree? |
Ginbel
| | Posted on Monday, December 15, 2003 - 12:41 pm: | |
Hmmm... there just might be as I am wrapping it up as I type. Oooops.. sorry, back to the salt mines. |
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