The current line-up consists of Vikki Camacho-vocals, Alan Stewart-vocals & harmonica, David Cassady-bass, Cathi Quick-trombone, Steve Philippus-trumpet, Terry Tomlin-sax, Dave Lohry-guitar, Phil Hill-drums, Tom Nevill-Steel Drums, and Eric Hines-Steel Drum & Percussion
Influences
Rock, mexican pop, salsa, ska, jazz, blues, and calypso
Sounds Like
The Bongodogs have a unique sound that really captures the atmosphere and lifestyle of the South Texas Rio Grande River Valley. The blend of different influences has been dubbed by fans as "Caliche" music.
"A MUST SEE on South Padre Island! Everyone, kids and adults alike, will dance until their legs turn to jelly…"
Lisa Marie Gomez, The San Antonio Express-News
"Propelled by a great horn section, Joey’s songs get the feet and hips working…"
Bruce Lee Smith, The Valley Morning Star
"Every member of the Bongodogs is an accomplished musician with years of experience and wonderful talent…"
Priscila Noriega, The Brownsville Herald
"A truly special and unique sound…"
Dora Lomas, South Texas Entertainment Magazine
"They have a great time entertaining you, and it is infectious…"
The Mesquite Review
The Bongodogs are the favorate band of South Padre Island! The dogs have been bringing their unique blend of rock, mexican pop, salsa, ska, jazz, blues, and calypso to the beach bars of South Padre for years.
Hey! If you guys ever want to 'vacation' in Doc Ford territory, let me know & we'll get you some gigs & see what true collaboration is. Love your sound...
I just booked gig specifically for YOU!! We will be playing at a place (VeVe) just north of DownTown Dallas on Saturday, the 21st of February, to coincide with your trip to the Metroplex!! Bring Michael and Carolyn and anybody else you can find (John? Loretta? Sandy?)!! I am excited to see you again and am interested in what 25 years will look like on us both! I'm sure it flatters you more than me!
Meanwhile, we are having guitar player issues, but they WILL be resolved by then. We also just added a trumpet player, too, formerly of the Polyphonic Spree!!
We can't wait to see you this Halloween weekend at the South Padre International Music Festival!! The line-up was announced today at www. spimusicfest. com so check it out in the mean time!!
thanks for adding me as one of your friends guys! I used to live on the island,(in 96-97, and in 99-2000). i really miss SPI... i saw you guys play somewhere(can't remember where, too much alcohol!) you are awesome though! i'll be down in January for a month; stay in touch! lol, lisa
