Music Style Blues

Musical Influences Eric Clapton, Santana

Similar Artists Eric Clapton

Artist History Life After Question Mark & the MysteriansBullfrog Records proudly presents "Bluest Blues," the first single by Bullfrog artist Robert Lee. Robert Lee is the alter ego of Bobby Balderrama (Robert Lee Balderrama, born February 27, 1950 in O'Donnell, Texas), world famous as the ace guitarist of ? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians. Bobby's scorching guitar was a major factor in the overwhelming success of the comeback album ? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians Featuring "96 Tears" (Collectables CD 2004, October 1997). The album, recorded at Bullfrog Studios and produced by Chad Cunningham, led to an avalanche of press coverage and a steady stream of sold-out shows. Bobby's credits with ? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians include the original albums 96 Tears (Cameo LP 2004, Billboard review November 12, 1966, entered Cash Box November 12, 1966, #33) and Action (Cameo LP 2006, June 1967Bobby also played on (and often co-wrote) the band's legendary singles: "96 Tears" / "Midnight Hour" (Pa-Go-Go 102, May 1966), "96 Tears" / "Midnight Hour (New Version)" (Cameo 428, Billboard review August 27, 1966, entered Billboard's Bubbling Under August 27, 1966, peaked at #1 in Billboard week ending October 29, 1966), "I Need Somebody" / "8" Teen (Cameo 441, entered Billboard's Bubbling Under November 12, 1966, Billboard & Cash Box #22), "Can't Get Enough Of You Baby" / "Smokes" (Cameo 467, Cash Box review March 11, 1967, #51), "Girl (You Captivate Me)" / "Got To" (Cameo 479, Billboard & Cash Box reviews May 20, 1967, Cash Box #94 Billboard #98), "Do Something To Me" / "Love Me Baby (Cherry July)" (Cameo 496, Billboard & Cash Box reviews August 12, 1967, Billboard #110), "Make You Mine" / "I Love You Baby (Like Nobody's Business)" (Capitol 2162) Billboard & Cash Box reviews April 20, 1968 and "Ain't It A Shame" / "Turn Around Baby (Don't Ever Look Back)" (Tangerine 989, Cash Box review February 15, 1969). Leaving ? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians, Bobby Balderrama formed The Saith, releasing the rare single "Bad Days Walk" / "Now On My Own" (Goli GL-501, 1969). He later formed the Inflight band, issuing "Cut It Loose" / "Lovely Lady" (Sky-Blue 1004, 1975) and "Hey Judy" / "No Time" (Teardrop TD-3416, 1978). Bobby rejoined ? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians for The Dallas Reunion Tapes (ROIR A-137, 1985) and then toured extensively with Joe "King" Carrasco y las coronas, appearing on the album Bandido Rock (Rounder 9012, 1987). In addition to ? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians albums on Norton and Cave Stomp, Bobby was a guest star on Ten High's album Party Store (Total Energy CD 3009, 1999).

Group Members Robert LeeRon DozierFrank RodriguesRandy HurryJay Brandow

Albums The Robert Lee Band`

Location Detroit, MI - USA

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