Magazine Volume 1 / Issue 1 Featured Artist: Cadillac Gypsies
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LIVE&LOUD
Texas Hill Country Music’s Magazine
Texas Hill Country Music/ Contributors Gary Delz Elaine Schuessler Cover Photo by Al Gawlik Photography www.algawlikphotography.com
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The Delzhaus Report: From Inside the Delz Haus
Dance Halls of the Hill Country by Gary Delz
A look at historical music venues and artists and what’s next for the future of music and area night life in The Texas Hill Country
“Well the honky-tonks in Texas were my natural second home…” as the old Waylon Jennings tune Bob Wills Is Still The King always started, there must be a million honky-tonks in the Lone Star State and there have definitely been some legendary ones right here spread across the Texas Hill Country. From back in the days of Crider’s, The Ramblin’ Rose, London Hall, Luckenbach, Ed’s 281 Club & The River Palace, Cherry Springs, Pat’s Hall, Twin Sisters, Gruene, Sangerhalle, Arkey Blue’s Silver Dollar, the Purple Sage and The Cabaret and a ton of VFW halls, there was always a place to cut a rug within a 75 mile radius points North, South and West of Austin. And while Austin is a musical stew of every walk of music you should ever want to hear, it’s the Hill Country we focus mostly on here in Live and Loud. The music has changed dramatically since those golden years. The older generations danced to artists such as Johnny Bush, Darrell McCall, Adolph
The Legendary Cabaret Dancehall, Bandera Hofner, Mark Scott, Bert Rivera, People’s Choice and the Debonaires; and these are just a very few of the acts that thousands took in each and every Saturday night thru the decades. That doesn’t begin to try and mention the hundreds of local rock and classic rock bands that played street dances throughout the numerous communities. There is no way to remember or list all the great bands who graced
The Old Cherry Springs Dancehall
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Centex dancehall stages and we won’t even try, but the history of Texas Music is something everyone should take the time to explore and become well educated on. Today’s music is a different kind of country flair that has brought so many new artists into the spotlight...while there are still many purists out there every week on the road, a lot of the music has simply become rock and roll with hats...but whatever your tastes are in the sound, from blues to alternative, zydeco to western swing, rock to bluegrass.... if it’s made in Texas, be proud of it and support it. There are many local artists that have all the talent of anything coming out of Nashville, but the nice thing about them is they can be found across our region each weekend pouring out their souls to us for much less than the average arena $150 per ticket show, and these artists are the ones that need your support...from Bandera to San Saba, Spicewood to San Angelo, there is a club, dancehall or bar and grill somewhere now featuring live music in some form every night of the week... (continued on pg. 11)
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Cadillac Gypsies Country Llano, Texas 325-423-0693
Glen Collins & the Alibis Americana Austin, Texas 512-921-9039
Manzy Lowry Band Folk, Americana Ballinger, Texas 325-423-0693
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The Lucas Brothers Country Lampasas, Texas 512-734-3305
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The Texas K.G.B. Americana Austin, Texas 404-821-0292
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Southern Underground Band Texas Country / Blues Buchanan Dam, Texas 325-248-1508
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Featured Artist:
Cadillac Gypsies “Hop in our Cadillac and take a ride back to good Country music!”
The Band
Jenny Kelso - Vocals, Guitar Eric Schuessler - Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin Joe Long - Steel Guitar Don Simpson - Bass Brian Painter - Drums Genre: Country Hometown: Llano, Tx www.reverbnation.com/cadillacgypsies Booking Agent - EMS Management 325-423-0693 erics76@hotmail.com
Three Chords and the Truth Traditional Country music is a nebulous term but the name does evoke a specific sound, namely the long-standing tradition of simple country songs delivered with simple instrumentation and a distinct twang. That’s where the Cadillac Gypsies have set their sights. Harlan Howard - prolific country music songwriter - coined the phrase “three chords and the truth” as the definition of a great country song; the Cadillac Gypsies have declared this their motto, one to which they live up. The great Billy Joe Shaver says, “God loves ya when you dance”, and the Cadillac Gypsies do, too. At home in a dancehall or honky-tonk as well as any bar or tavern, their goal is to bring you the best possible genuine country music. In a time p. 8
by Elaine Schuessler Photos by:
Al Gawlik Photography where many bands are sheltering under the “Texas Music” label, the
Cadillac Gypsies are country music through-and-through. No rock, no roots, no blues, no fusion, no filler, just good country music. Calling Llano, TX home this five piece powerhouse is fronted by Eric Schuessler (lead vocals, guitar and mandolin) and Jenny Kelso (lead vocals and guitar). Joe Long delivers the twang through the cryin’ of the steel guitar. While Don Simpson (bass) and Bryan Painter (drums) bring it home with their full bodied rhythm. All rounding out to a perfect balance of good ‘ole country music. The Cadillac Gypsies have had the honor playing with headlining acts including: Charlie Robison, Stoney LaRue and the Arsenals, The Bart Crow Band and Gary P. Nunn. Influenced by the greats, the pioneers and the outlaws, Eric Schuessler began his love of music at a young age belting out the words
to Shelly West’s “Jose Quervo” at the age of 6 while driving windows-down with his Mom down Congress Ave. Eric, however, didn’t pick up a guitar until college. Many accounts state that he would lock himself in his room for days just listening, studying and learning all he could. Eric loves the greats, the more obscure the better. He is a diehard Waylon Jennings fan, but also loves Linda Ronstadt. As long as it’s genuine country music there is no spectrum. Together, Eric and Jenny have written many of the songs the Cadillac Gypsies play. One of Eric’s many crowd pleasers is a song titled “Slow Moving Outlaw” which he wrote for an old Cowboy that worked cattle on his family’s ranch. A man who, as Eric says, “Outlived his time”. It’s a poignant tale of a cowboy living in an era that has forgotten just what it means to be tough. Jenny Kelso was raised with music. She began singing in church every Sunday where it was soon discovered that she had the voice of an angel. Jenny began playing the guitar at age 22 when she realized she should expand her horizons and begin to put music to the many songs she had jotted down in a notebook that never left her side. Jenny is, probably, most
“Where do you want it?” Which originates from a story that’s as outlaw as it gets. What’s more country than asking the man you’re about to shoot where he wants it? Bass player, Don Simpson’s story is like many bass players throughout history: “Hey, we need a bass player, you should learn!” And the rest, as they say, is history. He learned his chops in the 1970’s while in the Six Gun band from Llano, little did he know it would turn into a life-long passion, one shrouded in smoky bars and late nights on the road which were followed by early mornings playing in church. Throughout his career, Don has led the beat for many bands including The Highway 16 Band and the Simpson Family Band. Brian Painter backs up the group on the drums. Brian is an old friend noted for her song “Yellow Flowof Don’s going as far back as Six Gun ers” which she wrote for her parents when a time of uncertainty and strife in the 1970’s. Brian has been playing drums the better part of his life and had struck their family. They say it’s through the hardest times that beauty brings his own unique style. From a waltz to a Ray Price shuffle to a Wayis born and “Yellow Flowers” is a lon Jennings 4/4 time, Brian can hanperfect example. dle anything (even a Shakira tune). Steel guitarist, Joe Long, began All-in-all the talent on stage when playing guitar at age 14 and by age the Cadillac Gypsies are playing is 18 it was already obvious that he was going to do great things. At age 19 Joe electric. It’s impossible to listen and began learning to play the steel guitar, not (at the very least) tap your toes. an instrument that is as much a labor Their clean, concise and rhythmic tunes are a must-see for anyone, of love as it is a labor of patience. Joe young or old. was personally tutored by the great Don Ricketson of Llano; who is one Cadillac Gypsies will be at of the original members of the Ramblin’ Rose Band and has played with Ryder’s Dance Hall countless superstars including WilSeptember 6th lie Nelson, Ray Price, Buck Owens, Loretta Lynn and Charlie Pride. Joe’s Llano Wild Game Dinner natural talent and brilliant tutorSeptember 13th ing have led him through a career playing with his own laundry list of Joe’s Bar exceptional talent including Darrell October 4th & 25th. McCall, Mike Siler, Jimmie Fletcher, Tommy Burney, Kelly Spinks Badu House and many more Texas artists. Joe’s December 12th sum-it-up-in-one is from the living legend Billy Joe Shaver when he said, p. 9
Buchanan Dam Beach Club Intersection of Hwy 29 & CR 301 Buchanan Dam, Texas 512-793-2725 www.bdbeachclub.com
Ryder’s Bar & Grill Dance Hall 7911 Hwy 1431 W. Granite Shoals, Texas 830-598-8232 www.rydersdancehall.com
Joe’s Bar 107 W. Main St Llano, Texas 325-247-5500 Follow Us on Facebook!
Harry’s on the Loop 2732 FM 1323 Willow City, Texas 512-919-9130 Follow Us on Facebook!
Shade Tree Saloon & Grill 13430 Hwy 281N Spring Branch, Texas 830-885-5550
www.theshadetreesaloonandgrill.com
Poodie’s Hilltop 22308 Hwy 71W Spicewood, Texas 512-264-0318
Gruene Hall 1281 Gruene Rd. New Braunfels, Texas 830-606-1281 www.gruenehall.com
Luckenbach Dance Hall 412 Luckenbach Town Loop Fredericksburg, Texas 830-997-3224 www.luckenbachtexas.com
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sometimes it’s a simple lone songwriter on a stool, a duet, a trio, or it may be a five or six piece full band, take the time to get out and see these folks in your local area and support them. As Live and Loud continues to grow we will bring our readers the most current updates on trending artists who are appearing on our local scenes and it will include all genres of Texas Music. If there are bands you are seeing that you feel noteworthy of praise, drop us an email and bring it to our attention. We could drive 1000 miles a weekend and never be able to catch every show going on out this way.
Luckenbach Dance Hall Gary Delz is the owner of Delzhaus Entertainment Agency, a music and special events promotion and production company, based in Marble Falls since 1995. He is a retired 30 year Texas Music drummer, recording artist and promoter, who lives on his farm near Marble Falls. He writes independent music columns to better educate music fans on our area history and artists. His company that was founded in 1995 specializes in promoting everything from area festivals to fund-raiser golf and softball tournaments. For more information on Gary Delz the artist see www.powertrio.com . There are also Facebook pages for both Gary personally and Delzhaus Entertainment Agency. The Agency can be reached by email at Delzhaus@yahoo.com
Live Music Full Bar At the Intersection of HWY 29 & CR 301 in Buchanan Dam! Open 7 Days a week from 12pm-2am www.bdbeachclub.com
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for the benefit of children of fallen soldiers Fri. Sept 19th Karaoke with Courtney Reed Sat. Sept 20th Colt Buckelew & Tiffany Valentine around 5pm then it’s Kim & Her Bad Habits at 9pm! Come out and enjoy live music, great food, raffled goodies p. 11
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Live & Loud Magazine is your source for finding musicians and bands, local artists who play in the Texas Hill Country. We also bring live music venues to you so that you can venture out and enjoy all the live and local entertainment our great slice of Texas has to offer!
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