Artist description Robert Thomas Kuhlmann is a singer/songwriter based in Manhattan Beach, CA. Although the style ranges from acoustic ballads to ringing Stratocasters, the music here is heartfelt and emotional.

Music Style singer/songwriter, americana, rock and roll

Musical Influences mellencamp, petty, springsteen, nick drake, big star, steppenwolf, yada yada yada

Similar Artists mellencamp, petty, springsteen, nick drake, big star, steppenwolf, yada yada yada

Artist History Robert Thomas Kuhlmann and his long-time songwriting partner-in-crime George Schneller (aka John Doran) were founding members of Dear John and Page 3, which were staples on the St. Louis new wave/power pop scene in the early 80's. After relocating to Venice, California in 1985, their songwriting partnership blossomed. They began performing their brand of heartland rock and roll in clubs around Southern California as the Orchids before evolving into the Last American Heroes in 1989. After nearly 10 years of gigs (and numerous personnel changes) the band eventually went on hiatus in 1994. Robert and George reunited with drummer Tim Berry (Last American Heroes) and guitarist Randy Erickson (Page 3) for a rare appearance in St. Louis in late June 2001, performing material that spanned their 20+ year musical career together. Since 1989 Robert has also appeared regularly as a solo acoustic artist, including performances at SXSW in 1992 and 1993. He continues to write and record with various collaborators in the Los Angeles area and is currently gearing up for live performances with a new band, The Pros from Dover, which includes Last American Heroes guitarist Pete Sheppard.

Group Members Robert Thomas Kuhlmann (guitar and vocals) John Doran (bass)

Instruments Gibson Hummingbird, Tacoma Road King and Epiphone 12-string acoustics; Rickenbackers and Strats through a Deluxe Reverb with no effects!

Albums Robert Thomas: Confidential Reasons; Last American Heroes: Beverly and Burbank, Live 92; Page 3: Page 3; Dear John: The Sugar Creek Sessions;

Press Reviews The Village View on Robert Thomas Kuhlmann: "terrific, pop-inflected songs about love, loss and strength. Come hear why he's a voice to listen for in the L.A. acoustic scene."

Additional Info No live dates scheduled currently, but L.A. gigs coming soon!

Location Manhattan Beach, CA - USA

Copyright notice. All material on MP3.com is protected by copyright law and by international treaties. You may download this material and make reasonable number of copies of this material only for your own personal use. You may not otherwise reproduce, distribute, publicly perform, publicly display, or create derivative works of this material, unless authorized by the appropriate copyright owner(s).