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Plus...The Delzhaus Report
Local Artists / Bands & Live Music Venues of the Texas Hill Country
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Musicians & Bands | Live Music Venues | Festivals & Rodeos | Special Events
Volume 1 / Issue 1V l 1 / I 1V l 1 / I 1V l 1 / I 1
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Texas Hill Country Music/ Contributors
Gary Delz
Elaine Schuessler
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Al Gawlik Photography
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“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 Ram-
blin’ Rose, London Hall, Luckenbach,
Ed’s 281 Club & The River Palace,
Cherry Springs, Pat’s Hall, Twin Sis-
ters, 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
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 commu-
nities. There is no way to remember
or list all the great bands who graced
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 blue-
grass.... 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...
Dance Halls of the Hill Countryby 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
The Delzhaus Report: From Inside the Delz Haus
The Old Cherry Springs Dancehall
The Legendary Cabaret Dancehall, Bandera
(continued on pg. 11)
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Cadillac Gypsies
CountryLlano, Texas
325-423-0693www.reverbnation.com/cadillacgypsies
The Texas K.G.B.
AmericanaAustin, Texas
404-821-0292 www.thetexaskgb.com
The Lucas Brothers
CountryLampasas, Texas
512-734-3305www.reverbnation.com/lyndellucas
Glen Collins & the Alibis
AmericanaAustin, Texas
512-921-9039www.reverbnation.com/glencollins
Manzy Lowry Band
Folk, AmericanaBallinger, Texas
325-423-0693Follow Us on Facebook!
Southern Underground Band
Texas Country / BluesBuchanan Dam, Texas
325-248-1508 Follow Us on Facebook!
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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
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Booking Agent - EMS Management 325-423-0693
“Hop in our Cadillac and take a ride back to good Country music!”
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Cadillac Gypsies
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 sim-
ple instrumentation and a distinct
twang. That’s where the Cadillac
Gypsies have set their sights. Har-
lan Howard - prolific country mu-
sic 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
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 bod-
ied rhythm. All rounding out to a
perfect balance of good ‘ole country
music. The Cadillac Gypsies have
had the honor playing with headlin-
ing 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
Three Chords and the Truth
by Elaine Schuessler
Photos by:
Al Gawlik Photography
p. 9
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 bet-
ter. 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
noted for her song “Yellow Flow-
ers” which she wrote for her parents
when a time of uncertainty and strife
had struck their family. They say it’s
through the hardest times that beauty
is born and “Yellow Flowers” is a
perfect example.
Steel guitarist, Joe Long, began
playing guitar at age 14 and by age
18 it was already obvious that he was
going to do great things. At age 19 Joe
began learning to play the steel guitar,
an instrument that is as much a labor
of love as it is a labor of patience. Joe
was personally tutored by the great
Don Ricketson of Llano; who is one
of the original members of the Ram-
blin’ Rose Band and has played with
countless superstars including Wil-
lie Nelson, Ray Price, Buck Owens,
Loretta Lynn and Charlie Pride. Joe’s
natural talent and brilliant tutor-
ing have led him through a career
playing with his own laundry list of
exceptional talent including Darrell
McCall, Mike Siler, Jimmie Fletch-
er, Tommy Burney, Kelly Spinks
and many more Texas artists. Joe’s
sum-it-up-in-one is from the living
legend Billy Joe Shaver when he said,
“Where do you want it?” Which orig-
inates 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
of Don’s going as far back as Six Gun
in the 1970’s. Brian has been playing
drums the better part of his life and
brings his own unique style. From a
waltz to a Ray Price shuffle to a Way-
lon Jennings 4/4 time, Brian can han-
dle anything (even a Shakira tune).
All-in-all the talent on stage when
the Cadillac Gypsies are playing is
electric. It’s impossible to listen and
not (at the very least) tap your toes.
Their clean, concise and rhythmic
tunes are a must-see for anyone,
young or old.
Cadillac Gypsies will be at
Ryder’s Dance Hall
September 6th
Llano Wild Game Dinner
September 13th
Joe’s Bar
October 4th & 25th.
Badu House
December 12th
Gruene Hall
1281 Gruene Rd.New Braunfels, Texas
830-606-1281
www.gruenehall.com
Your Venue’s Paid Listing
AddressCity, State
Phone Number
website or fan page
Luckenbach Dance Hall
412 Luckenbach Town Loop Fredericksburg, Texas
830-997-3224
www.luckenbachtexas.com
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p. 10
Buchanan Dam Beach Club
Intersection of Hwy 29 & CR 301
Buchanan Dam, Texas
512-793-2725
www.bdbeachclub.com
Shade Tree Saloon & Grill 13430 Hwy 281N
Spring Branch, Texas
830-885-5550www.theshadetreesaloonandgrill.com
Harry’s on the Loop
2732 FM 1323
Willow City, Texas
512-919-9130
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Ryder’s Bar & Grill Dance Hall 7911 Hwy 1431 W.
Granite Shoals, Texas
830-598-8232
www.rydersdancehall.com
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AddressCity, State
Phone Number
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Poodie’s Hilltop
22308 Hwy 71W
Spicewood, Texas
512-264-0318www.poodies.net
Joe’s Bar
107 W. Main St
Llano, Texas
325-247-5500
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2nd AnnualThunder in the Dam!
AMERICAN LEGION LEGACY SCHOLaRSHIP BIKE RALLYfor the benefit of children of fallen soldiers
Full BarLive Music
KaraokeIndoor / Outdoor Venue
Pool TournamentsFriendly Service
Special Events
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
At the Intersection of HWY 29 & CR 301in Buchanan Dam!
Open 7 Days a week from 12pm-2am
512- 793-2725
www.bdbeachclub.com
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 [email protected]
Luckenbach Dance Hall
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 atten-
tion. We could drive 1000 miles a weekend
and never be able to catch every show going
on out this way.
(Dance Halls, from pg. 4)
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Festival & Rodeo Committees:Festivals and Rodeos featur-
ing live music are a big part of our Hill Country heritage. Ask us about the special pricing
for Festival & Rodeo ad space!
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