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Roger
Stephenson was a guitarist, bassist, vocalist and a good friend. Roger played
in numerous bands throughout the 1970's. I had the good fortune
to play in a couple of bands with him in 1971-72. This photo was taken
in 1972 at the Burningtree Country Club in Decatur, AL. Roger added
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I can't remember exactly how or
when I first met Brian. It was around 1971. I think at that time Brian was
about 15-16 years old. Brian was the drummer for the band "Stoppe"
which had recorded a single 45 "She took me down" that got local air play. I played in several
bands with Brian performing at the local skating ring and high schools.
Brian was always eager to record and played drums on many of the "Unfamiliar
to Radio" songs. I can still remember all of those road trips. Thanks Brian
for your friendship, talent and enthusiasm. Last Update 2007: I've talked to Brian many times since the CD was completed. It's been fun to pass on to Brian many of the other songs from (Volume 1&3) along with alternate cuts, out takes & recorded comments. Brian has been performing off and on throughout the years, Decatur, AL is still home. |
 "Hook" Tom Hooker |
I met the "Hook" while he was still in High School. He was one hell of a bass guitar player. Tom enjoyed recording music and would always show up to my no pay recording sessions. In Muscle Shoals, Alabama Tom and I rented a house together while attending the University of North Alabama. We had the original animal house. Tom played in many bands and gigged all over southeast and beyond. Hook, thanks for the friendship, and the inspiration.
Update 2007:
I snagged this photo of Hook from the bio page of the Flashbacks. Checkout
the Flashbacks and sample the music at
www.flashbacksband.com |
 Bill Thomson (circa 1971)  |
Bill Thomson was a seasoned guitarist, songwriter and vocalist. He was the guitarist and vocalist in the band "Trilogy" (with Bob O'Shields & Owen Brown). "Trilogy" already had a recording contract with Widget Studios in Muscle Shoals so Bill already had a lot of hours in the recording studio. I can still remember the time "Trilogy" opened for the Allman Brothers Band at J.C. Calhoun Jr. College (see photo)...they were great. Bill played lead and slide guitars on the song "Unfamiliar to Radio" and a lead break on "Time for some Good News". Bill also performed a lead guitar through a vocal tube unit on "Say, I just got to say". Update 2001: Bill Thomson is currently a partner in an architectural firm in Huntsville. Bill also plays lead guitar, harmonica and sings vocals in the band "Blues Rox". Bill sent me a copy of their recent CD "Searching for the Groove" and it's fantastic. Update 2009: Bill Thomson and Bob O'Sheilds are still performing in a new band as Group6. |
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Bob O'Shields was a legendary drummer and vocalist. Bob was the drummer in the band the "Changin' Tymes" (late 1960's). The "Tymes" were regionally known an had a 45 single "Bye Tyme" that received considerable air play. Bob later was in the band "Trilogy" and had recorded extensively in Widget Studios (Muscle Shoals, AL). Bob played drums and percussion on "Say I just got to say" and on several other demo's not included in Volume 2. Update 2001: Bob O'Sheilds and Bill Thomson are now members of the band "Blues Rox". Bob sings lead vocals and plays keyboard. Bob wrote and/or co-wrote many of the songs on their CD "Searching for the Groove". The photo's of Bob were provided by Bill Thomson. Update 2009: Bob O'Sheilds and Bill Thomson are still performing in a new band as Group6. |
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Larry
played drums on the song "Unfamiliar to Radio". He was
unfortunate to show up one night with Roger Stephenson and willingly
helped out with the recording. Larry was a drummer extraordinaire in a number of
regional bands. Larry was also an advertising artist specializing
in large scale art work. Larry was a full time artist working with
the Franklin Mint, Hadley House Publishing, Moriah Publishing, and Ducks
Unlimited. You can view Larry's excellent work at:
www.larrychandlerart.com
www.labradorstuff.com Last Update 2007: Larry passed away March 17, 2007. Better known and recognized for his wildlife artwork, I will always remember Larry the musician & drummer from the days of my youth. You will be missed by many my friend. |
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Connie
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Final Notes: September 2009
The unfamiliar musicians status has evolved since this site was first created in 2001. I've managed to add a few updates, as the info came in through emails, so there you have it, David September 2009. |
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Rewind of the Aging Rockstars: |
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 David Humphrey (Mixing), Roger Stephenson (Bass Overdub) |
 David Humphrey (Field Recording of Oakworth) |
