Rock Stetson

It’s hard to describe the genre of this band.  After sharing the stage with these guys for a number of years, I can say it’s ‘80’s,  pop,  good time rock and roll. Billy Joel, Tommy Tutone, Rick Springfield, and believe it or not, Tom Jones.  Although they have always been a 3 piece band , they always  fill the venue with plenty of sound.

  With Harpo on vocals and guitar, Joe on bass and Mike on drums and ’stuffed animal security’, it really comes together well. I am always interested in what they add to the set list next.

Even when they are not on the bill, you will see them out, supporting the scene.
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Rock Stetson will be appearing, Saturday, Feb. 1^st @ Clayon’s Tap , in Morris, Il. It’s always a good time!

Tim's Records

Here he is playing one of his most prized possessions

1994 Gibson Les Paul

My younger brother, Tim Collins was a huge fan of music. From his early interest in guitar playing to his love for collecting vinyl (albums), he covered most genres of music. Mostly classic rock, a little country, in there, too. He was in several bands. Sometimes, at the same time!

He inspired me to keep playing and writing and is probably one of the main reasons I'm still in a band.

After his passing in 2000 and my mother's passing in 2013, his album collection and guitars came into my possession. In the last few weeks, I've finally gotten around to cataloging all of the records. Here is the list in pdf form. All of the entries with a 'y' in the second column are the ones I have. I have also linked all of them to wikipedia or discogs, to show the album artwork.

I don't think I'll be lending any out, but, if you like, I can commit some of them to disc.

Have a look at the list...I'm sure he would appreciate it.

Click here  Tim's record collection

The Underground

The Underground

 I’m not sure what the grace period is for referring to a band as ‘formerly know as’ but, here goes. The Underground, formerly known as First Brigade, will be appearing at Q-bar in Darien,Il., Saturday, Jan 25th.

  Members include, Calvin, on guitar, keys and vocals, Mark on guitar and vocals, Tim is on drums and Brad is on the bass.

  They play a great mix of punk/college rock that you don’t hear very often. Where else will you hear a band cover The Cars, The Clash and the Pixies? (that’s a request, by the way).
 It’s always a pleasure to hang out with these guys. I’ve shared the stage with them nearly a dozen times and they never disappoint.

  Q-bar is located at 8109 S. Cass Ave, Darien. They have good food, lots of room and tables, and, last time I was there, had a killer sound system.

 Hope to see you there.

Moving Targets

Hanging out with Moving Targets

  For all the years I've known this particular bunch of guys, they've always arrived early, played a killer set and stayed late. Always in support of local bands.

  Paul Goc (also in The Opinions and Fiddlebean), on drums and comic relief.

  Blaine Bentsen (The Fuzz(one of my all time favorites)) on bass and obscure reference.

  Dan Kane (also in The Opinions) on vocals,guitars and keys.

  Steve Arling (Wrong Bongos, UDI) on guitar and perfectly blending in with his surroundings.

  I always have a blast watching these guys belting out everything from 80's college rock to Classic rock. I don't think you'll ever hear Wings and The Vapors in anyone else's set.

 Check them out, soon. 

Appearing Friday, Jan 10th 9:00 p.m. @ McBrides

 http://mcbridesplainfield.org