Bird Dog Bobby Band

Rank #12 Orlando, FL Blues / Blues/Rock / Modern R&B

50% of sales go to the charity Fender Music Foundation.

About

Members: Bird Dog Bobby-Vocals,Guitar; Reno Mussatto-Vocals,Drums; Gary Whitehead- Vocals,Bass

Sounds Like: The Jimi Hendrix Experience Official Page, Buddy Guy, Delbert McClinton, George Thorogood & the Destroyers, Stevie Ray Vaughan

Label: Lakehouse Records LLC

Manager: Lakehouse Management LLC Poppareno@earthlink.net 407-234-7185

Bio: Bird Dog Bobby Band delivers upbeat creative originals with deeply rooted versions of well-chosen blues classics that reflect its members’ extensive range and depth of experience. The Bird Dog Bobby Band’s encyclopedic knowledge of the Blues is evident in the tasteful composition and razor-sharp ... See Full Bio

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Bird Dog Bobby Band has a show on 03/12/2013 at 12:00 PM @ Orland... in Orlando, 3280 http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/184035436 #concert

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“The BDBB are veterans of the Florida Blues scene and this latest offering should do more than just cement a growing reputation as a fantastic live band. Time To Live In features Bird Dog Bobby on vocals and guitars, Reno Mussatto also singing and adding drums with Gary Whitehead on Bass. The first thing of note on this album is that it consists of all original material, no Willie Dixon covers, which however well they are performed, we have heard them all before. These tracks wear their influences on their sleeves and have a tongues firmly planted in cheeks on some of the double and single entendre lyrics. Who Told This Joker He could Drive is a barbed attack on Mr Obama with some Hendrix style licks kicking around for good measure. Moesha.com takes a wry look at ‘specialist’ web sites and is a bundle of fun with a walking Bassline with some fiery guitar. What you get is good honest Blues with some tongue in cheek risqué lyrics. A whole lot of fun from three grizzled blues hounds.”

— Chris Phillips , BRFM February Reviews

“Time to Live In -Bird Dog Bobby Band Bird Dog Bobby Band’s 2011 release features thirteen original radio friendly blues tunes that could slot right into most NPR blues programs nationwide.The opening track “Who Told This Joker He Could Drive?” should appeal to Obama haters across the all musical genres and the rather tender ode to computer porn, “Moesha.com”, might get a few blues dudes to open their minds to a whole new way of getting themselves in trouble with the ol’ lady. The production is extra clean and shines with the kind of sharp edge that can only be cut with a Fender Stratocaster guitar. Like the lead guitar, the lead vocals are tuneful, tight and on time. Does Bird Dog Bobby Band got the blues? You betcha! ”

— John Leach, Brevard Live Magazine

“Time to Live In - Made up of 13 original tunes, Time to Live In stems from the members’ personal experiences and is truly a labor of love. It bounces between accounts of life on the road (“Headed to Memphis”) and clever subversions of classic blues tropes, like opener “Who Told This Joker He Could Drive?” which is a thinly veiled critique of Obama and his administration. Other standouts include heavy ’70s-era rocker “Get Outta Town,” the swaggering, witty “Breakfast Time,” and “River of Life,” which sounds like a reggae-flecked outtake from the Band. This level of musicianship often comes at the expense of soul, but the Bird Dog Bobby Band have it in spades, as evinced by moving closer and title track “Time to Live In.” Rather than ending things with an abrupt bang, its slight, tasteful strings arrangement sets things back to an expectant simmer, a promise perhaps of more to come from this incredible group. ”

— Tobin Bennison, The Beachside Resident

"Time to Live In" is created from equal parts of talent and creativity - consists of thirteen topical, clever and very well performed band originals. You really gotta hear this band! The opening track, "Who Told This Joker He Could Drive"? is musically hard driven and lyrically hard hitting. It's sort of a protest song that, unlike it's folk style predecessors of the sixties, is a rhythm fueled smoker. For a good time log onto "Moesha.com". Oddly enough, bizarre lyrics and all, the chorus on this one is a catchy sing along. With a power trio like this, I'll be hard pressed not to sound repetitive but once again, another incredibly rhythm driven track with great vocals from Reno and the gals, and guitar leads from the Bird Dog. "Oh Baby", this is one hell of a smooth shuffle. As a matter of fact, it could very well be the best of the batch. Perfect groove, perfect rhythm, perfect vocals, perfect deliverance.

— Peter "Blewzzman" Lauro, Mary4Music.com "Since 1998, the Internets Most Comprehensive Blues and Indie Mus

“Bird Dog Bobby Band delivers upbeat creative originals & deeply-rooted versions of blues classics. all of which reflect the members’ extensive range and depth of experience marked by guitar wizardry and smooth, emotional vocals. All of these factors make the whole of this band greater than the sum of its parts. Listen, and you’ll be rewarded with one well-executed riff after another, each new, but inextricably linked to long traditions of other blues masters. The band have two CDs under their belt, the propulsive Live at the Plaza Theatre (recorded in late 2008 after being together about six weeks), and the Time to Live In, released in 2010. Made up of 13 original tunes, Time to Live In stems from the members’ personal experiences and is truly a labor of love. Bouncing between accounts of life on the road and clever subversions of classic blues tropes. Overall, the album showcases the silky smoothness and steely precision of a band in command of both the stage and the recording s”

— Brendhan Bennison - Editor, Beachside Resident

“One of the most prolific bands in our area is the popular Bird Dog Bobby Band. They just finished their fourth CD. They write most of the music they play, and they play an interesting variety of songs, including a throwback to the sixties -- an actual "protest" song! "Time to Live In" features 13 songs. All of them were written by the band members and all of the songs tell stories. While these guys can certainly play the popular cover songs requested by their audiences, they also write and sing many good songs of their own, making them one of the most versatile groups around. This CD is a pleasure to listen to. Their live performances make for a fun evening, especially if you feel like dancing -- and you will. The Bird Dog Bobby Band is a busy one, playing all over Central and East Florida. In the past year they have traveled over 10,000 miles and played about 160 shows, including gigs with Mitch Ryder, Damon Fowler, Mark Hummel, Sean Carney and others. ”

— Dick Conklin, Daytona Beach Nightlife Examiner

"Bird Dog Bobby" Rhoads has had a long love affair with the gritty textures of amplified blues. From his first gig in a Kansas high school gym to gigging through central Florida, the Bird Dog has clearly picked up the finer points of his trade .. The Orlando area showman is so well-considered that he's opened for six-string masters such as Gatemouth Brown, Albert Collins and Ronnie Earl. Backed by bassist Gary Whitehead and drummer Reno Mussatto, Rhoads rips solos that conjure the likes of Elmore James, Johnny "Guitar"Watson and T-Bone Walker, and sings in a smooth yet emotional croon. The trio was captured live last yearon the CD Live at the Plaza Theatre, playing blues, jump and funk originals, and reinter- preting classics by the likes of Howlin' Wolf and Elmore James. Bird Dog knows his guitars and amps from the inside out; he repairs them at his music store in Chuluota. BW

— Jazz & Blues Florida Magazine

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Breakfast Time

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Videos

Shake Your Moneymaker - Bird Dog Bobby Band - Live at the Plaza Theatre August 12th 2009

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Shows

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Tue
Mar 12

Orlando Harley-Davidson
Orlando, 3280, US | 12:00pm
Orlando Harley-Davidson
Orlando, 3280, US
Tue Mar 12 12:00pm
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This will be the band's 2nd year at this event!
Thu
Mar 7

Wing Shack
Orlando, FL, US | 9:00pm
Wing Shack
Orlando, FL, US
Thu Mar 07 9:00pm
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Original Blues/Rock - Favorites
Thu
Feb 7

Wing Shack
Orlando, FL, US | 8:00pm
Wing Shack
Orlando, FL, US
Thu Feb 07 8:00pm
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1st Thursday of every month. Original Blues and Rock.
2013
Jan 3

Wing Shack
Orlando, FL, US | 9:00pm
Wing Shack
Orlando, FL, US
Thu Jan 03 9:00pm
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(407) 381-4798 4650 E Michigan St, Orlando, FL
2012
Dec 1

Harry's Cigar & Brew
Oviedo, FL, US | 7:30pm
Harry's Cigar & Brew
Oviedo, FL, US
Sat Dec 01, 2012 7:30pm
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Always a great time at the Starlight Lounge. Outdoor venue, food truck, cold beer and hot Original Blues/Rock!

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Ben Aaron
Great original songs, Bird Dog!
KittyM
Wish I could make it to Dexter's tonight... good luck! :-)
Jody Scott
looked at your photo thinking laid back old timers! you come out rockin'! you guys are great!
KittyM
Really enjoyed your songs and vids! Looking forward to catching one of your upcoming shows! :-)
David L. Vacek & Mon...
Excellent Video for "Moesha.com"! Smokin' Tune!
XNO
Thanks for becoming a fan of XNO....Welcome to our Coven...JT