MIKE was born in San Antonio, Texas. He started playing drums at the age of 5 and feels very fortunate to have been raised in a family driven by a variety of music. Mike quickly developed a solid passion for music which immensely widened his harmonious cultivation. He has a very rhythmical approach to his style of drumming and has a sincere comprehension for melodious tincture, which adds to the true life adroitness of the music he plays.
Mike has played & recorded with a number of rock, latin, metal, funk, alternative and blues bands such as River City Slim and The Rhythm Kings, Driver, The Vault, Kindred Spirit, DAM, Crucifer, Texas Heat, Bobby G & Texas Roadkill, Scraps of Life, Jake Owen, Sticks & Stones, Streetwise, Earth & Pass, Clifford Scott, Augie Meyers and a few other Texas musical icons. He opened and shared stage with Blue Oyster Cult, Arc Angels, Eric Johnson, Killer Dwarfs, Monte Montgomery, The Godz, Bessie Mae Smith, Santers, Augie Meyers, Bo Diddley, Flaco Jimenez and many others.
Mike plays an all Maple wood drum set by Gretsch, with Evans Genera2 skins. 14” x 5” Ludwig “Black Beauty” with a Remo Ambassador head and cymbals by Paiste & Zildjian.
RON WILSON
BASS / VOCALS
RON is a professional in the music industry and works with artists in many multifaceted ways as a very accomplished bassist / musician and a brilliant attorney. Bassist and friend to the late blues legend Lighting Hopkins. Longtime family friend to the Antones; Susan and her recently departed brother Clifford who played so vital a role in the shaping of Austin’s live music scene. Rappers “Lil Flip”, Scarface and his own son Colby Wilson have found in Ron a smart devoted ally.
Ron breathed life into this band with his energy, vision and excellent musicianship. Always very current and well versed in his musical styles; Ron plays 4, 5, 6 & 7 string basses in an elaborate state of the art amplification system.
BILL CAGLE
KEYS / VOCALS
BILL is a great entertainer. His instinctive ability to interact with the crowd shows his extensive training and experience in his field. His natural God given gifts showed themselves at the early age of eight. Vocal lessons of course were to follow, which would inspire him to teach himself to play keys, and some guitar.
Bill's exceptional music inspiration has lead him to many great opportunities in both the music and film industries. He has toured with local, semi-national and national acts in various capacities throughout his 30+ year career, and has performed, recorded and worked with a small string of heavy hitters in various genre.
He also has an impressive string of stage and movie acting credits as well. His light hearted and cheerful demeanor makes working with Bill carefree and fun, but his professional work ethic demands nothing but the best.
God, My Father (Thanks for the Great Name!) Johnny Winter, Greg Martin, Warren Haynes and Doyle Bramall Sr.
Austin Lost a True Legend at the passing of "Clifford Antone" Not only was this Man The Leader in Austin Blues but a Man with Heart And Soul. Thanks for the "One More" Clifford. Rest in Peace and Thank You.
I would be amiss without Thanking Brio of Briophotography.com Without her Great "EYE" for photography i would not have The Wonderful Photo's
Texas has been the home of The Devil Dog B-25 Bomber for over 50 Years, but unless funds are raised to repair this Dog - It may never come home again! Currently the "Dog" sits stranded in Oshkosh Wisconsin - In Desperate Need of A New Engine.
If you've been following the Devil Dog over the last couple of years, you know that it has undergone several repairs to return it to airworthy condition. The right engine was rebuilt after a bad piston was discovered. Corrosion was found on structural pieces in the tail and left wing and those pieces were replaced with new custom made pieces.
After nearly two years of work, the Dog returned to flight in early July 2009. [see videos] The Dog made its return to flight debut at EAA Airventure, one of the largest aviation gatherings in the world. It was featured in two of the flying performances that week, one showcasing female pilots on Women's Day, with the Devil Dog Squadron's own Col Beth Jenkins piloting the Devil Dog.
Overall it was a successful week in Oshkosh - until the return trip home. Shortly after take off, the left engine was not developing normal power. The pilots decided it was best to return to the airport and investigate the issue on the ground. Initial troubleshooting pointed to the carburetor. But after a carburetor swap, on subsequent run ups, the engine still was not developing sufficient power. A check of the oil sump revealed loose pieces of metal - a sure sign something was broken inside the engine.
The Devil Dog Squadron, an all volunteer organization, was just begining the process of raising money to replace the aging left engine. Now those plans are being accelerated to get the Devil Dog in airworthy condition again. One reason for the urgency is the Devil Dog is literally stranded at an airport 1,000 miles from its support crew, without a hangar for protection from the winter elements.
A plan is taking form to secure an engine currently undergoing an overhaul. This should enable the Dog to be in flyable condition before the worst of the winter weather hits. Purchasing the rebuilt engine has the additional benefit of continued possession of the current left engine for future rebuild should it be needed.
Together with the logistics of replacing the engine, the Devil Dog Squadron is working on plans to get the word out and raise the ~$80,000 to purchase the rebuilt engine. If you would like to help get this rare piece of flying history back in the air please consider making a donation.
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The Soothing Blues Compilation
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Dizzy has joined forces with The Moiko Record Family, with the release of "The Soothing Blues" Which Benefits The Monterey Bay Blues Festival's-"Blues in the Schools Foundation" and features one of Dizzy’s songs – Blues Singer.
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DIZZY G. GILLESPIE
In the great tradition of Texas Gunslingers and Guitarists,
DIZZY G. GILLESPIE has proven worthy of his Texas roots. DIZZY has
mastered both blues and rock genres. This ability makes his performances
exciting and memorable.
Whether he is singing, playing the mandolin or executing a
complicated guitar passage, DIZZ puts his entire heart
and soul into his music. His accomplished band members compliment
DIZZS unique style. Sometimes it seems that they all perform
as one. Their synchronicity onstage is awe-inspiring.
DIZZ has worked with many musical legends including but not limited
to Bugs Henderson, Doyle Bramhall Sr., Ed King of Lynyrd Skynyrd,
and the Kentucky Headhunters. He has also shared the stage with Ty Tabor
(Kings X), Howard Leese (Heart), Seymour Duncan, Matt Smith, Jock
Bartley (Heart), Kirby Kelley and Jim Shuler of Point Blank.
DIZZ had a near fatal car crash in route to Venice Italy during
a European tour. He had just performed an acoustic show at Plume DArt
in Lyon, France. Fortunately he made a complete and successful recovery.
Robin Concannon of WTTS Radio in Indianapolis, said, "If you get a chance to see DIZZ do an acoustic show its a must." The Cleveland News
reported that, When DIZZ is on stage there is an electric connective energy
that is alike almost to that of the Allman Brothers of the 90s. Mark Andes
of Heart remarked, "DIZZ and these guys have more fun onstage than I've
seen in years." Greg Martin of the Kentucky Headhunters said, after a DIZZ
performance, "Good playing and singing, good tones and good tunes thats
what Dizz and these guys are all about."
You gotta dig a band that still plays their own instruments and arent
scared to lay it on the line. Music has to have heart. These guys have it in
abundance.
In addition to having much respect from his musician peers, DIZZ
has been called upon to endorse many products. Those that he has chosen
to endorse include Everly Guitar Strings, Cleartone Strings, Morley Pedals, Dean Guitars, Guistarpicks, St. Blues Guitars, US Masters Guitars, & Texas Traditional Custom Guitars.
Today many artists rely upon technology and smoke and mirrors in the
studio and on stage to make a favorable impression. Once you experience
DIZZ and his band you will know, that in the tradition of our greatest
guitar legends, DIZZ and his band are the real deal.
Dizzy Gillespie & The Broken Souls
Live At Antones - Austin Texas
VH1's Lacey Conner Interviews Dizzy
The Video above was is an interview conducted by Lacey Conner, star of VH1's Rock of Love, who was on hand as part of Dean Guitars Live NAMM Webcast. Lacey was mingling with the stars and interviewing Dean reps and endorsees as part of their live broadcast. Dizz is endorsed by Dean Guitars and can be seen on stage sporting a killer new Dean Electric Mandolin, Cadillac, and the New Palomino as well as a variety of the company's other axes.
Dizz would like to extend his thanks to Lacey, Dean Guitars and the organizers and staff of Winter NAMM.
Central Texas Airshow Concert
Behind the Scenes On The Bus
Guitar One Magazine
The above add was placed in Guitar One Magazine by Morley Pedals
The Morley Power WAH
And The Dean "Black And Gold" Cadillac
are two of Dizz's favorite pieces in his collection!
Stopping by to wish you a fantastic week!!! Hope all is going great with you!!! Check out my newest single Whipping Post on Texas radio NOW!!! I also hope to see you out at Armadillo Palace Wednesday November 11th @ 12:00pm for my interview and acoustic performance with 740 KTRH's Michael Berry (Texas Music Show) See you there!!! Love, ~Susan Hickman www.susanhickman.com www.reverbnation.com/susanhickman www.twitter.com/susanhickman
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