Artist description Highly skilled musicians, veteran session and concert players, juxtaposing folk, rock and alternative styles into a unique conglomerationwhich looks like a bluegrass band with drums but soundslike the marriage of Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones.

Music Style Acoustic, Folk, Folk/Rock, Alternative

Musical Influences Elvis Costello, Gram Parsons, Townes Van Zandt, Steve Goodman, Bob Dylan, Stephen Stills, Joni Mitchell, Doc Watson, Grateful Dead, Rolling Stones, The Clash

Similar Artists Steve Earl, Lucinda Williams, Elvis Costello, Sheryl Crow, acoustic Grateful Dead, Nirvana unplugged, The Knitters

Artist History Since the release of MARY SIGHTINGS in 1998, performing in and around Los Angeles, CA.Released MY NAME IS ROBERT in 1999.Will release BAR MITZVAH in early 2000.Former frontman of early west coast punk group AYN RAND.Began acoustic career in mid eighties with punk/folk trio THE BOTTOM DWELLERS.Fully embraced all his favorite influences and combined them into thebrilliant juxtaposition of styles which can be heard on MARY SIGHTINGS,MY NAME IS ROBERT and the soon to be released BAR MITZVAH.

Group Members BOBBO STARON - vocals and acoustic rhythm guitarPAUL WARREN (Explorer, Rod Stewart Band) - acoustic lead guitarFRED SOKOLOW (Bobbie Gentry, Jim Stafford) - dobro, mandolin, banjoDENNY CROY (Brian Setzer Orchestra) - bassJIMMY HUNTER (Night City, Explorer, Flo & Eddie) - drums

Instruments acoustic guitars, dobro, mandolin, banjo, bass, drums and percussion

Albums MARY SIGHTINGS, MY NAME IS ROBERT

Press Reviews July 1999 NIGHT MOVES MAGAZINEBobbo StaronMY NAME IS ROBERTBobbo Staron, the former leader of Ayn Rand (a west coast punk club staple,) has just recently released MY NAMES IS ROBERT, his second solo effort and it’s far from being punk.Considered to be “post punk modern folk” by Bobbo himself, the album’s acoustic guitar gives it an earthy feel and his humorous approach to serious issues with his lyrics hits home without getting you down. Together, the vocals and lyrics work in an almost mystical way, drawing you into the song. It makes you want to listen to it again, as it really grows. My favorite cut was a tune entitled “The State Of New Jersey.”Staron isn’t following any trends here, as I can’t say that he sounds like anyone, but may be similar in a way to Mojo Nixon.When you listen to this CD, you know Staron is doing this for the right reason, which is himself, he enjoys it and that affects the listener in a positive way. If more musicians would be as brave as Staron with their music instead of trying to figure out what would sell, the state of music wouldn’t be so stale.For a change of pace and a breath of fresh air, check this one out for yourself. - Patrick M. SchwarzKeith ‘KC” CliftonNEW ARTIST SHOWCASE KLAS 89.7 FM Bobbo StaronMARY SIGHTINGSBobbo Staron...Looking for a laid back music artist to hear this summer? This slightly Alternative/Folk Rock CD “MARY SIGHTINGS” by Bobbo Staron is the ticket for lazy days at the beach. This eight song CD may not be very long, but you get your money’s worth. All the southern style songs on the CD keep you movin’ with the beats! Check out “Prayer On The Path Of Karma,” “Dust For Prints,” and “Mary Sightings.” Listen to the CD. You won’t be disappointed.FLICK MUSIC/ August 1999“Bobbo Staron has a definite uniqueness about him...each song reveals a different aspect of the artist’s thoughts and personality..one of the few CDs that makes you feel, think, and wonder all at the same time. An excellent collection of easy-to-listen-to tunes that is building a diverse fan base...kudos to you Bobbo!”MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE saysBobbo Staron “A singer-songwriter who possesses an individualistic view of the world!”“Original vocal phrasing!”“A lot on his mind!”

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Location Los Angeles, CA - USA

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