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| Video of (Only a) Summer Love | 11/22/2009 |
Q: One of my favorite REO songs is the live version of (Only a) Summer Love. I keep hoping a video of ...
A: There's no video of this song with REO's original lineup that I'm aware of. You have to remember ...
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| Richrath/Golden Country | 11/16/2009 |
Q: A related question to the others here. Do you know of any video of Gary Richrath performing Golden ...
A: There's videos of Gary performing his song "Golden Country" with Terry Luttrell on lead vocals, as ...
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| Mike Murphy | 10/19/2009 |
Q: Is there any live recordings or footage (audio or video) of REO Speedwagon from 1973 - 1976 with ...
A: Although I'm sure that live audio/video recordings of REO during the Murphy years exist, I've never ...
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| The Session with REO Speedwagon | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I am the person who created, produced, and directed "The Session." I later went on to create and ...
A: I can't tell you how grateful fans are that you created, produced and directed "The Session" with ...
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| Lightning | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I love this song from the COW album. Was this song ever played live? If not, why....it is one of ...
A: The last time REO played "Lightning" live was back in 2001 when lead singer Kevin Cronin put ...
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| REO Chaos | 9/7/2009 |
Q: There is something that has been nagging away at me for a very long time regarding the 'ousting' of ...
A: REO chaos? I like that! Indeed, with so many versions about what happened, seeking the "truth" has ...
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| Early Performances | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I saw a video clip of the original REO lineup. They were playing on a small studio stage (in the ...
A: The 1971 "Session" video was shot in the Communications Building on the campus of Southern Illinois ...
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| Neal Doughty | 9/6/2009 |
Q: In the band introduction at there concert Sept 5,2009 it was announced the Neal Doughty was from ...
A: Yes, it's true. Neal Doughty recently married his fourth wife, Ms. Darya Gemmel Trimble, a high ...
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| Everybody's Gotta Face the Music | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Was the song "Everybody's Gotta Face the Music" from the soundtrack of a movie or from one of REO's ...
A: This great song originated from the soundtrack to the 1989 movie, "Sing." Although Kevin Cronin ...
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| Richrath rarities | 8/18/2009 |
Q: Kathy Thanks for you Speedwagon rarities answer. I suppose this is the obvious follow up. Are there ...
A: Gary told me there are actually quite a few recordings that accumulated over the years, but there's ...
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| 1981 High Infidelity Tour | 8/16/2009 |
Q: Kathy, REO played Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, Mo in April, 1981. I shot ...
A: After asking several die-hard Missouri fans who might have attended the show and coming up empty, I ...
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| Remastered re-releases | 7/20/2009 |
Q: BGO records in the UK have just re-released Reo 1 & 2 on 1 CD and Ridin'the Storm Out & Lost In A ...
A: The REO-REO/TWO double album was actually released over 2 years ago on July 2, 2007 by BGO and was ...
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| 1979 tour dates | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have a question. In 1979 I had my first date with my wife at an REO Speedwagon concert at Pine ...
A: Kurt: A picture of the backstage pass isn't online, only this description from a person selling it ...
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| 1979 tour dates | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have a question. In 1979 I had my first date with my wife at an REO Speedwagon concert at Pine ...
A: I'm pretty sure it was Monday, August 5, 1979. If I remember correctly, REO was on their "Nine ...
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| Into the Light | 7/11/2009 |
Q: Hey, Kathy, I pulled up the song "into the Light", that Kevin Cronin played and it was beautiful! ...
A: I agree "Into the Light" is a very beautiful song. The band never officially recorded a video for ...
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| REO.Styx concert tonight at DTE Detroit | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I am taking some friends and surprising my husband for his birthday. We have great seats but would ...
A: Having been to hundreds of REO Speedwagon concerts over the past 30 years, as well as backstage ...
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| REO Speedwagon Song | 7/8/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me how wrote the song title Keep On Rolling by REO Speedwagon and who is the ...
A: The song is actually called "Roll With the Changes," and was written by REO lead singer Kevin ...
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| Gary's wah pedal | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to figure out Gary's "wah sound". I've read accounts that he has used a Crybaby ...
A: Yes, Gary occasionally used a Crybaby, but it was not modified. You're not the only one who's had ...
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| Gary's songwriting | 6/20/2009 |
Q: I had heard an interview with Kevin back in 2000. In the interview he claimed that he wrote Ridin ...
A: It's always puzzled me why Kevin Cronin, a talented songwriter in his own right, has on multiple ...
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| REO | 6/20/2009 |
Q: Someone told me that REO has played up in Rockford,IL years ago.They told me that they played in ...
A: Rockford Illinois has been a regular tour stop for REO Speedwagon from the 1970's to the present. ...
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| Alan Gratzer | 6/12/2009 |
Q: what year did alan gratzer get married...is he still with his wife and how many children do they ...
A: Alan Gratzer and his wife, Nancy have been married over 30 years and live in Santa Barbara. They ...
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| Current tour | 5/29/2009 |
Q: Since it has to be a question...Want to know what I thought of their concert in Seattle May 29th? I ...
A: More than a couple of people have shared frustrations about sound quality this time out. I'm not ...
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| Smilin' in the End | 5/24/2009 |
Q: Kathy. In the song, "Smilin' in the End" Kevin sings about being an only, lonely child, and I was ...
A: Several people have asked me about this, assuming the song "Smilin' in the End" is autobiographical. ...
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| 2009 setlist | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I'm excited about seeing REO 6/7 here in Houston. Never seen them before. Would you happen to have a ...
A: Kevin determines REO's set list from night to night, but here's what both bands have been playing so ...
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| Super Bowl of Rock - Chicago | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I was at the 1977 Super Bowl of Rock show with apprearances by Nugent, Skynyrd, Reo, Journey and 38 ...
A: I can't locate any right now but if you're patient, shirts from this concert have previously been ...
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| Live in the Heartland DVD | 5/6/2009 |
Q: Kathy. I was watching our REO Speedwagon DVD the other night. When they sing the song, "Can't ...
A: Yes, that's Kevin's lovely wife Lisa, the former Lisa Marie Wells. A native of Racine, Wisconsin, ...
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| 2009 Tour | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I've been a huge fan of REO since 1978 "Tune a Piano" I live in Chilliwack BC Can.(about 45mi ...
A: Right now the band has no plans to return to Vancouver during this year's tour, but that could ...
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| REO - live bluesy song? | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I saw REO last night for the first time and heard a great song that I can't find. It was very bluesy ...
A: Hmmmm..... This is a tough one. I'm thinking the song you're referring to is "Golden Country" which ...
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| GARY RICHRATH | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I HAVE ALWAYS WANTED KNOW WHY DID GARY LEAVE REO SPEEDWAGON, HE WAS SUCH A BAD ASS GUITAR PLAYER, I ...
A: I could probably write a book about my observations about the dynamics of the band over the last 35 ...
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| Original & Current REO Speedwagon Lineup | 3/2/2009 |
Q: Ms Kathy, Ola! Could you please send me the names of the original REO SW band and if the band that ...
A: When REO released their debut album in 1971, the original lineup was: Gary Richrath, lead guitar ...
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| Missing Gary | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I attended 2 Richrath concerts in the '90's. Will you let us know if, when, and where Gary will be ...
A: Gary's alive and well, and living in California. Since he recorded "Only the Strong Survive" on the ...
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| 2000 Illinois State Fair | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I am trying to find that set list to look for a song they played
A: I was at that show where REO co-headlined with Styx. To the best of my recollection the set list was ...
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| Uncle Otto's General Store | 12/10/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you have any info on the band 'Uncle Otto's General Store' which was REO ...
A: "Uncle Otto's General Store" was a band in Champaign, IL that frequently played at the Red Lion Inn, ...
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| Song title | 12/2/2008 |
Q: what reo speedwagon song features a holiday bird in the title
A: My guess would be "Flying Turkey Trot," written by former lead guitarist Gary Richrath. The song ...
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| Typical 1976 Concert Set list | 11/16/2008 |
Q: Does the double album "You get what you play for" represent the whole set list of there concerts ...
A: I had the pleasure of being at Kiel Auditorium in St. Louis on Oct 30th, 1976, then the following ...
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| Detweiler Park Concert 1968/69? | 11/16/2008 |
Q: There were so many groups and REO came on last performing in a downpour and a tarp was held over the ...
A: REO's cover of "Sympathy For the Devil" was a frequent and popular encore the band played to close ...
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| Garys live sound | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I always admired Gary's Tone and playing style. While I'm aware that he mainly used a regular ...
A: As far as I know, Gary only used a Wah pedal on stage for "157 Riverside Avenue", "(I Believe) Our ...
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| 1973's "Ridin' the Storm Out" album | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I was wondering what you know if the recording of the 1973 album of "Ridin' the storm out" if Kevin ...
A: Kevin Cronin allegedly recorded all the vocals to REO's 1973 album, "Ridin' the Storm Out" in Los ...
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| Suburban 9 to 5 | 10/21/2008 |
Q: I grew up in Peoria, and now live in Batesville Arkansas. The neighborhood I grew up in was called ...
A: Suburban 9-5. The single "Elevator Operator" appears to be available for download here after you ...
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| Bannd Name | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I live in Canada and I am curious to know where the band came up with the name REO Speedwagon. I was ...
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| Concert Set Lists | 9/27/2008 |
Q: Kathy! I have been trying to find set lists online for two REO Speedwagon concerts and so far I ...
A: I can't tell you the EXACT setlist for those concerts because I didn't attend, but the band's set ...
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| The Dorm -- University of Illinois | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I live in Champaign IL and went to the University of Illinois when REO was founded. What dorm did ...
A: Neal Doughty lived in Room 250 of Townsend Hall from 1966-67, and 246 Townsend Hall from 1967-68. ...
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| Original: "Live: You Get What You Play For" | 9/9/2008 |
Q: Liev you get what you play for was the rock album that inspired me to pick up a les paul and start ...
A: You are correct that the CD version of this 1977 album, released in October 1990, is inferior to the ...
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| Marital Status | 8/9/2008 |
Q: Which members of the band are married? Specifically Dave Amato
A: Dave Amato was undergoing a divorce from his wife Trish during the creation of the band's latest ...
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| Flood Relief Concert Set List | 7/26/2008 |
Q: What was the set list for the Indiana Flood Relief Concert? Did they pull out any surprises?
A: REO Speedwagon & the Little River Band held a "Ridin' the Storm Out - Floods of 2008 Relief Concert" ...
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| Bootlegs | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I know no site "sanctions" the taping or trading of boot legs :) But I was wondering if there was a ...
A: Sorry, but there's no definitive REO bootleg site. If there was, the band and their team of ...
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| DVD Set List | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if the DVD for the PBS special will include all the songs that REO performed that ...
A: The DVD "Soundstage Presents: REO Speedwagon Live In The Heartland (2008)" will contain the ...
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| Kevin Cronin | 7/7/2008 |
Q: Is Kevin married and to whom/how long/any kids??
A: Kevin married his second wife, Lisa Marie Wells, in April, 1992. They have 3 kids, Holly, Josh and ...
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| PBS Chicago concert | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I just saw the concert REO did for PBS Soundstage. It was filmed in 2007 in Chicago for, I ...
A: The video for REO's Soundstage performance and "Live in the Heartland" DVD was simultaneously shot ...
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| REO Speedwagon Concert at Soldiers Field | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have seen REO speedwagon in concert three times and they were fantastic. First time, 1977 at ...
A: In 1977, the "Superbowl of Rock" was held at Soldier's Field in Chicago. The lineup of bands the day ...
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| REO and Gary | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Kathy, Are you still president of the REO fan club? What is Gary Richrath up to? Is there any chance ...
A: Yes, I'm still rockin' with REO and President of REO FANS. Gary currently lives in California. A ...
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| 12/31/79 CHICAGO IL FM BROADCAST | 6/1/2008 |
Q: Do you know anyone I can get a copy of the 12/31/79 Chicago Ill FM broadcast from?
A: Several of our fan club members (http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/REOFANS/) have copies of this ...
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| Guitarist Gary Richrath | 4/23/2008 |
Q: This is not so much a question as a comment. I was always in awe of Gary's guitar work in REO songs. ...
A: Doug. Lots of long-time REO fans certainly agree with you. Make sure to check out two websites that ...
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| REO Songs Written by Gary | 4/6/2008 |
Q: Kathy, I got in an argument the other day defending Gary's role in the band to a fellow REO fan. I ...
A: A friend of mine put together a "Dream REO Concert" set list that might best answer your question. ...
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| 2008 set list | 3/31/2008 |
Q: Any idea what the set list will be like for the 2008 shows. im going April 8th its REO and Def Lep ...
A: When REO opened for Def Leppard last year, they had a 50 minute set list that started with with ...
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| I have looked everywhere | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I have looked everywhere on line to find Reo's set list for the Greensboro concert in NC on March ...
A: REO opened the show, and only played for 50 minutes in Greensboro, NC. When REO opened for Def ...
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| 2008 Set list | 3/30/2008 |
Q: What is the setlist Reo is playing with Styx and Def Leppard on the tour in spring of 2008? Thanks
A: When REO opened for Def Leppard last year, they had a 50 minute set list that started with with ...
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| Kevin Cronin's wife | 3/28/2008 |
Q: What is his wife's name & how old is she?
A: Lisa Marie Wells, a native of Racine, Wiconsin, married Kevin Cronin in April of 1992. She graduated ...
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| REO's Debut Album on CD | 3/4/2008 |
Q: Kathy, I have the original album, and have enjoyed it forever, but what I am now looking for is a ...
A: You are in luck! After being out of print for over a decade, a legitimate record label is making ...
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| Indiana concert | 3/3/2008 |
Q: when did they play Indianapolis, IN in 2007
A: The band opened for Def Leppard with Styx at the Verizon Music Center in Nobelsville, IN on July 6, ...
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| "Let My Love Find You" lyrics | 2/19/2008 |
Q: The album "Find your own way home" is beautiful. Can you help me with lyrics to song "Let my love ...
A: The lyrics to all of the songs for "Find Your Own Way Home" are included in the liner notes of the ...
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| Lyrics | 2/6/2008 |
Q: Does anyone have or know where to obtain thelyrics to Gypsy Woman's Passion, Prison Women, and Dead ...
A: I thought that the Leo's Lyrics website would save the seaches at that URL, but apparently not. Try ...
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| Lyrics | 2/6/2008 |
Q: Does anyone have or know where to obtain thelyrics to Gypsy Woman's Passion, Prison Women, and Dead ...
A: Lots of people have asked me about the lyrics to these songs, and Leo's Lyrics has these them. Here ...
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| Upcoming tour | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I am going to one of the Def Leppard/Styx/REO shows in April and I know REO did a few dates on the ...
A: When REO opened for Def Leppard last summer, they had a 50 minute set list comprised of nine (9) ...
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| Gary | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I met Gary at a concert in Lexington KY in about '81 or so and it changed my life. My question is, ...
A: Gary's alive and well, and living in California. Since he recorded "Only the Strong Survive" on the ...
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| Question about REO/All Star Frogs | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I met my present wife a little before the Champaign County Fair in Fall of 1971 and we both attended ...
A: REO's official name has always been "REO Speedwagon." Founding member and keyboardist Neal Doughty ...
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| Michael Murphy | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I believe a childhood friend of mine (Dan) was Michael Murphy's little brother. I remember him ...
A: Yes, Michael Murphy was originally from Sterling, Illinois. He discovered his true passion for music ...
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| REO Speedwagon Members | 11/9/2007 |
Q: what are the name of all the members of REO speedwagan?
A: The current members of REO Speedwagon are: Kevin Cronin (vocals, rhythm guitar), Neal Doughty ...
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| REO concert at Pekin football stadium | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I could swear I saw REO {only time} at the football stadium in Pekin, Ill. back in summer of '73 or ...
A: Your memory is more than just a foggy flashback. KISS, REO & Nugent did indeed perform together at ...
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| guitar pick? | 10/15/2007 |
Q: In the last 3 years my family has experienced alot of difficulty. My husband just came back from ...
A: REO Speedwagon guitar picks are available nearly evey day on eBay. Here's the link to one of Dave ...
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| REO song at Prairie Meadows | 10/9/2007 |
Q: Can I find a set list of the songs REO just did at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino? I'm trying ...
A: I don't have the exact set list for that show, but here's the generic set list the band's been ...
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| Setlist | 10/3/2007 |
Q: I'm going to see REO for the first time tonight and was curious if there was any setlist info for ...
A: Below is the set list from the band's show in Cape Girardeau a few weeks ago. (There was no opening ...
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| Kickapoo Creek Rock Festival | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I have a question and a couple of comments. My memory not being what it used to be I do remember ...
A: Yes, Steve Scorfina was REO's lead guitarist at the Kickapoo Creek Rock Festival. That concert was ...
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| Alan Gratzer | 9/30/2007 |
Q: I am trying to find a video of Roll with the Changes where they have a camera on Alan throughout the ...
A: Unfortunately, there isn't a video of "Roll with the Changes" where the camera exclusively focuses ...
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| Before REO | 9/30/2007 |
Q: I am from Southern Illinois & have been told that they played at my high school (Mt. Carmel) Before ...
A: Unfortunately, we don't have records that go back that far, and neither does the band. It might be ...
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| Before REO | 9/29/2007 |
Q: I am from Southern Illinois & have been told that they played at my high school (Mt. Carmel) Before ...
A: REO Speedwagon's original name IS REO Speedwagon. Drummer Alan Gratzer and keyboardist Neal Doughty ...
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| REO member? | 9/27/2007 |
Q: Was Rick Osborn ever a member of REO Speedwagon? I know that he claims to have been, I think, the ...
A: Your brother's buddy is pulling your leg -- big time. Rick Osborn was never a member of REO ...
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| Transcriptions | 9/20/2007 |
Q: Just found this awesome forum!!! My question is: are there any sources for good transcriptions (in ...
A: We generally refer people who are looking for REO Speedwagon tabs and transcriptions to this ...
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| August 07 Set list | 8/7/2007 |
Q: Now that REO has their new album out, do you know what they are be playing in their concerts? Do you ...
A: Below is the set list REO has been consistently playing for the last several months. Most of the ...
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| Specific Song Title | 8/1/2007 |
Q: Kathy, thanks for taking my question. The song I'm trying to recall had to do with Kevin being home ...
A: The name of the song is "157 Riverside Avenue," which originally appeared on the band's debut album ...
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| Gary Richrath | 8/1/2007 |
Q: where is gary today? is he performing anywhere in the U.S.? what has he done since his last ...
A: Gary's alive and well, and living in California. Since he recorded "Only the Strong Survive" on the ...
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| Gary Richrath | 7/11/2007 |
Q: Ok i have a couple of questions...2 relating to gary richrath and the other dealing with reo ...
A: Gary's not officially in another band. However, he's been in the process of recording a few tunes at ...
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| Only the Strong Survive/Favorite Cities | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if REO has played ONLY THE STRONG SURVIVE since the HI-INFIDELITY tour? Also,do REO ...
A: The band pretty much dropped "Only the Strong Survive" from their set list in the 80's. Reportedly, ...
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| Neal on Guitar? | 7/7/2007 |
Q: I bought a tour program at the recent UK shows and in there are a couple of photos showing Neal ...
A: Yes, your eyes aren't foolin' you! That's keyboardist Neal Doughty playing Kevin Cronin's Ovation on ...
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| Question about concert at Billy Bob's | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I attended a concert at Billy Bob's in Ft. Worth, Texas on 6/23 and saw a lady walking around with a ...
A: Yes, I'm acquainted with Gari Phillips, "Miss REO Speedwagon 1979." She's a long time member of our ...
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| Tour Dates For Texas | 6/23/2007 |
Q: I am from San Antonio,Texas and I would like to know when REO SPEEDWAGON will tour thru Selma Texas ...
A: Unfortunately, San Antonio isn't on the tour list this year so far. It looks like the closest the ...
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| London Encore Song | 6/9/2007 |
Q: the London concert was fantastic. All people stood from the first tunes of DLHG until the end of the ...
A: Glad you had such a great time with REO in London! The encore song you heard was a cover of ...
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| New Egypt, NJ Tickets | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I saw your posting with all of the shows listed but cant seem to find information about how to ...
A: Tickets for REO's show on July 29, 2007 at the New Egypt Speedway in New Egypt, New Jersey are not ...
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| REO CT Concerts | 5/15/2007 |
Q: I've been a big fan of Reo and would like to see them in concert again. Could you tell me of some ...
A: Here's the REO tour list we've compiled so far, but the dates are subject to change. The band really ...
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| REO/Neal Doughty | 5/12/2007 |
Q: as an REO-fan from Germany I'd like to know what happened to Neal during the recording sessions for ...
A: You weren't the only fan surprised by the absence of original keyboardist Neal Doughty on "Find Your ...
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| "Ghost Riders in the Sky" | 5/8/2007 |
Q: I heard a song on the radio by reo featuring a guitar solo that included ghost riders in the sky.can ...
A: The name of the song is called "Flying Turkey Trot" which originally appeared on REO Speedwagon's ...
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| "In My Dreams" | 5/8/2007 |
Q: I had the chance to watch REO in Philly a few years back and I really enjoyed their acoustic version ...
A: "In My Dreams" is such a beautiful song. When Kevin performs it acoustically using only his guitar, ...
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| Song Title Question | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I saw REO Speedwagon with Survivor and Styx in Louisville,Kentucky around 1997.They performed a song ...
A: I believe the song you are referring to is called "Between Two Fires" which REO lead singer Kevin ...
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| REO/Bon Jovi | 4/29/2007 |
Q: I saw reo speedwagon in concert in Birmingham Al around 1990 or 1991. But I can't remember who the ...
A: Unfortunately, we do not have comprehensive REO tour dates, and neither does the band. When we ...
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| A couple of great songs "AWOL" | 4/26/2007 |
Q: It seems as if the band has just totally dropped songs like "Live Every Moment," "That Ain't Love," ...
A: Your comments echo the complaint of a lot of REO FANS these days. However, lead singer Kevin ...
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| 2007 Tour - St. Louis | 4/23/2007 |
Q: When is the band coming to St. Louis this summer? We're all hyped up & ready for the concert!!
A: Were you at the season opener for the St. Louis Cards, when REO sang the national anthem earlier ...
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| "Into the Light" | 4/21/2007 |
Q: One of the timesI saw REO in Kansas, he sang a song that I had never heard before. It has been ...
A: Kevin first debuted "Into the Light" at a shopping mall in St. Louis back in the mid-1990's where he ...
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| Summer 2007 Set List | 4/12/2007 |
Q: So has the group settled on a set list for this summer's tour yet? I'm guessing a mix of new and ...
A: I don't believe REO's set list will change significantly from what it has been this Spring, ...
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| Wheels & Bridge Set Lists | 4/8/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if anyone knows the setlists for the WHEELS ARE TURNIN and LIFE AS WE KNOW IT TOURS. ...
A: Tom: My mistake! The "Wheels" set list should have been: 1 Don't Let Him Go 2 Thru the Window 3 ...
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| Past Tour Set Lists | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if anyone knows the setlists for the WHEELS ARE TURNIN and LIFE AS WE KNOW IT TOURS. ...
A: Here's a typical set list from REO's 1984-85 "Wheels" tour, which usually did not vary significantly ...
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| New CD | 4/7/2007 |
Q: Well, Kathy, they've finally released this CD and I have to say I was stunned to find Neal Doughty ...
A: "Find Your Way Home" has only been on store shelves for a couple of days now, so the new songs the ...
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| "Find Your Own Way Home" | 4/5/2007 |
Q: Well, Kathy, they've finally released this CD and I have to say I was stunned to find Neal Doughty ...
A: You weren't the only fan stunned by the absence of original keyboardist Neal Doughty on "Find Your ...
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| Original Members Touring? | 4/3/2007 |
Q: i heard REO Speedwagon was coming to The Backyard in Austin Texas and was wondering if anybody could ...
A: After Boston's Brad Delp committed suicide in March, Tom Scholtz cancelled the band's summer tour ...
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| What does R-E-O stand for? | 3/20/2007 |
Q: what does the reo stand for in reo speedwagon?
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| REO-NEW CD 4/2007 | 2/24/2007 |
Q: Wanted to say thank you for all your hard work in keeping us fans inform on REO,i greatly ...
A: The band has not officially released the song list for the new CD entitled "Everyone Loves A Happy ...
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| "Keep On Loving You" video | 2/6/2007 |
Q: who is the girl in the keep on loving you video thanks
A: A few years ago, one of the members of REO Speedwagon was asked this question. Keyboardist Neal ...
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| More on Gary | 2/2/2007 |
Q: do you know where gary lives .in california.. or a web site.that lead me to him.. i kevin cronin as ...
A: Yes, I know where Gary lives in California, but I can't give out his personal address. His official ...
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| Gary n Kevin n REO | 2/2/2007 |
Q: does anybody know where gary is these days.. and will reo speewagon ever get back ..i hope so reo ...
A: Gary currently lives in California. A number of years ago, he was approached by REO to consider some ...
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| Supporting Act - '91 Warwick | 1/27/2007 |
Q: Kathy, Thanks for the information--I remember the concert well and I think that there were two acts ...
A: Hey Chris, ELO might very well have been the band, since they released "Electric Light Orchestra, ...
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| Supporting Act - '91 Warwick | 1/25/2007 |
Q: I saw REO on July 29 1991 at the Warwick Musical Tent in Rhode Island. It was sponsored by the ...
A: Well, I've done quite a bit of digging. No one at WHJY, the sponsoring radio station, had a clue. ...
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| Reo Speedwagon debut 1971 | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I have seen some copies of this on ebay by Metal Hazard Productions. Do you know if this is a ...
A: "Metal Hazard Productions" does not technically exist. It's just a made-up name given to a guy who ...
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| REO 2007 Tour | 1/5/2007 |
Q: Do you know what facility in Prior Lake, MN is hosting the REO concert on 03/04/2007?
A: REO will be at the Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd, in Prior Lake MN on Sunday, ...
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| 2006 Set List | 12/15/2006 |
Q: Do you know where I can find some recent setlists from REO shows, say in the last 6 months? Thanks.
A: Here's the set list REO Speedwagon has been consistently playing over the last 6 months. If Kevin ...
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| Video live | 12/14/2006 |
Q: I am looking for a video version of "Roll with the changes". This video version has Kevin leading ...
A: I believe the video you're looking for is 1986's "Wheels Are Turnin," which was re-issued in 1998. ...
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| REO 2007 Tour Schedule | 12/7/2006 |
Q: will reo speedwagon becomeing to north carolina in 2007
A: Below are 2007 REO Speedwagon concert dates we've collected so far, which are always subject to ...
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| Terry Luttrell | 11/30/2006 |
Q: What is the story behind what happen the night Terry Lutrell quit the band?
A: In an interview I had with former REO drummer Alan Grazter a few years back, I posed this same ...
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| REO 2007 Tour Schedule | 11/18/2006 |
Q: i live in warren ma. along with my wife gail who is also a reo fan . can you tell us if reo will ...
A: Below are 2007 REO Speedwagon concert dates we've collected so far, which are always subject to ...
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| Kevin Cronin | 11/17/2006 |
Q: I wanted to know what happen to Kevin the night he quit the band?
A: Kevin didn't quit the band. He was originally fired in 1972 over missed rehearsals, creative ...
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| What's Gary up to today? | 11/14/2006 |
Q: Having been an REO fan since 1978 or so, I've always been a big fan of Gary's. He's one of the the ...
A: I was in St. Louis at Kiel for that recording, and know exactly what you mean. Gary was at the top ...
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| Beatles Tribute | 10/28/2006 |
Q: Heard a rumour that Gary is planning to perform in Florida in a Beatles tribute show (seems such a ...
A: Where'd you get your info? As far as I know, this rumor isn't true. I think you might be referring ...
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| REO Name | 10/25/2006 |
Q: I was just wondering where did they get REO from? I love the band and have listen to them for a ...
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| Singing with REO | 10/9/2006 |
Q: ok, i hope you know the answer to this question,about 1988-1989 REO performed at morehead state ...
A: From the facts and time-line you've given, we don't have any information about promotional events ...
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| REO Speedwagon's harmony | 10/8/2006 |
Q: Kathy: I'd love to find out how REO Speedwagon came up with their high octane harmony ( A fiting ...
A: Lead singer Kevin Cronin was asked a similar question during a radio call-in show several years ago. ...
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| Gregg Philbin | 10/3/2006 |
Q: Where is he now? what dose he look like?
A: Gregg is a retired cabinet maker, and lives near Pensacola, Florida. Here's a recent picture: ...
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| Gary Richrath's solo recordings | 9/24/2006 |
Q: Has Gary recorded outside Reo and his own band? If so are these recodings available ?
A: Gary recorded "Only the Strong Survive" in 1992 with his own band. It's available on Amazon.com at ...
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| Graham Lear | 9/20/2006 |
Q: any p?ics of graham lear playn with reo
A: Sorry, Steve, but the only photo op of Graham with the band would likely be from stills taken from ...
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| Gary Richrath | 9/18/2006 |
Q: What is Gary doing now. Excellent solo album returns to studio then nothing. Any future plans etc...
A: Gary's solo album was indeed excellent, as well as several tunes he's written since then that ...
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| Take It On the Run | 9/18/2006 |
Q: does REO have a song with the lyrics. i heard it from a friend who heard it from friend,if not can ...
A: Yes, REO has a song called "Take It on the Run," with the lyrics below. Thanks for a great question ...
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| 2006 Tour T-shirts | 9/14/2006 |
Q: I recently attended an REO concert in Norfolk, Nebraska, it was great. I had purchased a t-shirt ...
A: I was at that Norfolk, Nebraska show, too! I spent quite a bit of time at the merchandise table, and ...
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| One-Eyed Jacks | 9/10/2006 |
Q: Without revealing too much about how old I am, I grew up in Nokomis IL (now living in TX), and we ...
A: The most accurate and comprehensive history I've seen on the One Eyed Jacks was written by ...
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| REO European Tour | 9/8/2006 |
Q: I come from Germany, being REO Fan for almost 30 years. Just realized to complete my REO CD ...
A: The band has been asked this question many times over the years, and haven't ruled out the ...
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| Where is REO from? | 9/2/2006 |
Q: Where is Reo Speedwagon from ?
A: The original members of REO Speedwagon all hailed from Champaign, Illnois and were students at the ...
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| Former Band Member | 9/1/2006 |
Q: Please help if able, I have a guy I work with on occasion that tells me he was a drummer for REO ...
A: Mr. Puckett is pulling your chain. REO has only had THREE drummers in their entire history. Original ...
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| Shakin' It Loose | 8/24/2006 |
Q: Kathy: since i'm starting a heavy Metal band called Pepper... I'd love to find out who I can Go to ...
A: According to ASCAP (American Society of Authors and Composers), the rights to Gary Richrath's song ...
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| Gary Richrath's Vocal | 8/14/2006 |
Q: After listening to Richrath's version of In Your Letter ( Only thestrong survive)...I've found that ...
A: Here's a list along with albums of the songs that Gary sang: Find My Fortune (Ridin' The Storm Out) ...
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| Moline Illinois Concert | 8/14/2006 |
Q: Does Gary ever intend on playing in the Quad Cities again? The Mark of the Quad Cities needs the ...
A: Unfortunately, Gary's not currently touring although he does make periodic guest appearances in the ...
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| REO's Dubut Album | 8/4/2006 |
Q: Kathy, Is the first album available anywhere? That's all I need to complete my collection. I would ...
A: REO's debut album, originally distributed by Epic Records in 1971, was finally released on CD in ...
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| Mike Murphy | 8/1/2006 |
Q: Kathy - has anyone ever interviewed Mike Murphy? I think he's the only band member that I haven't ...
A: Bob, After Michael Murphy left REO in 1975, he went to L.A. to write and record with Joe Walsh on ...
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| REO's Debut Album | 7/31/2006 |
Q: I know it's been asked before, but maybe if enough of us show interest we can get something done. ...
A: REO's debut album, originally distributed by Epic Records in 1971, was finally released on CD in ...
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| Gregg Philbin | 7/31/2006 |
Q: Kathy - thanks for the answer. Is there somewhere I can view Gregg's 2004 interview?Hi, Kathy. I ...
A: Bob, we haven't yet published that interview with Gregg Philbin for a number of reasons. When we do, ...
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| REO - Kevin Cronin/Gary Richrath | 7/30/2006 |
Q: A couple of questions: What exactly is the story about the riff between Richrath and Cronin? I was ...
A: Well, Dave, I could probably write a book about my observations about the dynamics of the band over ...
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| Gregg Philbin | 7/16/2006 |
Q: Kathy. I was wondering why Gregg Philbin left the band. He was a terrific bassist! Did he join ...
A: Although your question appears easy, the answer is complex and depends on which member(s) of the ...
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| Gary Richrath | 7/12/2006 |
Q: ok Kathy i have a very very difficult question for you. For one i am a friend of Garys since in the ...
A: For obvious reasons, I can't give out Gary's personal address, but if you email him a note at ...
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| Origination of REO Speedwagon Name | 6/29/2006 |
Q: Where does the name REO Speedwagon mean/originate
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| name of song | 5/27/2006 |
Q: can you tell me if reo did this song and if not do ou know who did- lyrics go- could have been the ...
A: but REO Speedwagon didn't write or perform that song. It was actually recorded by folk singer Tom ...
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| reo speedwagon | 5/14/2006 |
Q: their 2nd album--reo two--is my alltime favorite--i've been trying to get a polo shirt--or t shirt-- ...
A: The only way to obtain an authentic copy of the R.E.O./T.W.O. tour t-shirt is through memorabilia ...
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| first album | 5/14/2006 |
Q: Has REO' very first album been made into a cd, and if so where can I get a copy?
A: REO's debut album, originally released by Epic Records in 1971, was finally released on CD by Sony ...
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| Pictures | 3/31/2006 |
Q: Do you have a picture detail of Mike Murphy?? What does he look like today?? Answer - Hi Catherine! ...
A: The red head on the cover of "Lost In A Dream" is indeed Mike Murphy. You'll also find Mike's image ...
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| Pictures | 3/30/2006 |
Q: Do you have a picture detail of Mike Murphy?? What does he look like today??
A: Mike Murphy is currently playing with a band named "Mason South." Here's a link to the most recent ...
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| REO Speedwagon "The Brotherhood" | 3/12/2006 |
Q: I saw the band last night and they again mentioned the new album, along with playing three songs ...
A: According to lead singer Kevin Cronin, the release date for REO's new album is tentatively scheduled ...
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| REO Speedwagon Lyrics to a song | 3/10/2006 |
Q: Grrrr!...I cannot find anywhere on the net ...the lyrics to the REO song "Makin' love outt'a ...
A: I believe the song you're referring to is "Making Love Out of Nothing At All", which was recorded by ...
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| REO back in 70-72 | 12/13/2005 |
Q: I believed I saw REO Speedwagon in Hammond Indiana somewhere in 1972. Did they ever play there?
A: I can't confirm with a ticket stub, but I believe the band played at the Parthenon Theatre in ...
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| REO Picture Disc? | 6/7/2005 |
Q: I have a "basketball" picture disc by REO and there are five songs on it. The songs are all from the ...
A: Ken: With a little investigation and research, we discovered this picture disc was separately ...
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| REO Speedwagon Pita restaurant | 5/11/2005 |
Q: I was living in Thousand Oaks, CA in 1990 and I thought there was a pita restaurant owned by Kevin ...
A: Kevin Cronin and the current members of REO Speedwagon didn't have an ownership interest in the ...
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| REO History 1967-1971 | 3/28/2005 |
Q: Followup To Question - ------------------------- Hi Jim, Joe Matt was only in the band for a ...
A: Hey Jim, I didn't know the band back then, but I certainly wish I lived in either Chicago, Champaign ...
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| REO History 1967-1971 | 3/23/2005 |
Q: I know Duke Tumatoe and Steve Scorfina play guitar. What did Neil Crownover play? Answer - Jim, ...
A: Joe Matt was only in the band for a few months, since he graduated at semester. Neil Crownover then ...
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| REO History 1967-1971 | 3/13/2005 |
Q: Did the band start in in 67 or 68? What was the lineup when it started? Do you have a complete list ...
A: On questions such as yours, I feel it's best to go directly to the "horses' mouth," so to speak. ...
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| REO's name | 3/1/2005 |
Q: What does the R-E-O stand for in the band's name?
A: Hey Tim! REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band ...
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| Album | 2/14/2005 |
Q: What album of REO is Roll With the Changes on?
A: Your question is a little more compilated that you might expect! REO's hit "Roll With the Changes" ...
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| New CD | 1/23/2005 |
Q: My name is Dwayne Ward . I would like to know if thier is any new music from REOspeedwagon. Also how ...
A: As you know, REO hasn't had an album of all new material since 1996's "Building the Bridge." Their ...
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| BAND | 12/6/2004 |
Q: WHAT DOES THE E STAND FOR IN REO SPEED WAGON
A: The letters R.E.O. are the initials of Ransom Eli Olds, who created the Oldsmobile. He designed the ...
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| what do the r the e and the... | 12/1/2004 |
Q: what do the r the e and the o stand for
A: The letters R.E.O. are the initials of Ransom Eli Olds, who created the Oldsmobile. He deisgned the ...
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| REO Speedwagon | 11/29/2004 |
Q: What do the letters R, E and O stand for?
A: The letters R.E.O. are the initials of Ransom Eli Olds, who created the Oldsmobile. He deisgned the ...
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| REO Speedwagon former Band member | 11/3/2004 |
Q: Was there ever a guy named Tim Johnson who played with REO? Maybe way back in the beginning? ...
A: Cam: According to my sources, Tim Johnson was never an official member of REO Speedwagon, even in ...
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| reo speedwagon | 10/10/2004 |
Q: I just was fortunate enough to see reo perform on oct.2 and was floored with their performance. Do ...
A: Chris, Pollstar generally has the most accurate tour dates for the band. Here's a direct link: ...
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| REO Speedwagon | 9/21/2004 |
Q: Just a simple question concerning REO Speedwagon. Where did the band get its name, and which ...
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| Local appearances | 9/17/2004 |
Q: In what year did REO play at the Lansing, IL Superfest? Thanks C.
A: I've exhausted every source I know and I can't find any evidence that REO ever played at the Lansing ...
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| Gary | 8/12/2004 |
Q: This is neet, didn't know it was here. Congratulations on such a great site about you and your ...
A: Jamie: On the day the band assembled for the "Wheels Are Turnin'" photo session, Gary indeed showed ...
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| REO Speedwagon | 7/20/2004 |
Q: Probably a stupidWhat does the REO stand for?
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| Reo SpeedWagon | 7/9/2004 |
Q: What is the best album that has the most hits for REO Speedwagon?
A: "Hi Infidelity" was REO Speedwagon's best selling album. It debuted on Billboard's "Pop Album" chart ...
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| Early history of the band | 7/9/2004 |
Q: Greg Philbin and I were in journalism school together at the University of Illinois, took a lot of ...
A: Gregg Philbin is alive and well, and lives near Pensacola, Florida. He briefly appeared on REO's ...
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| Tough Guys - Theme | 7/7/2004 |
Q: What is the Theme and meaning of the song "Tough Guys"? I need to do class presentation for this ...
A: AllExperts.com advises that we shouldn't respond to "homework" questions. However, I can provide ...
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| Micheal Murphy | 7/6/2004 |
Q: I was just wondering why every album with this guy on it is out of print? I can't even find a ...
A: Michael Murphy, REO Speedwagon's lead singer from 1973-1976, recorded three REO albums: Ridin' the ...
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| REO ADDRESS | 6/27/2004 |
Q: REO just played here in town last night and I got some AWSOME pictures. I'd like to send them a ...
A: You can contact the members of REO through their management company at the address below: Azoff ...
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| Band name | 6/24/2004 |
Q: How did the name come about and what does it stand for?
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| REO Speedwagon name origin? | 6/19/2004 |
Q: What does REO stand for in REO Speedwagon?
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| bootlegs | 6/19/2004 |
Q: 1. Hello, I've noticed that there's a huge selection of bootlegs from almost any kind of band. ...
A: 1) REO Speedwagon and their management have always strictly enforced policies prohibiting any kind ...
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| doubleneck guitar | 6/16/2004 |
Q: did REO's guitarist ever use a custom built by John Grey SG style electric doubleneck guitar in the ...
A: To my knowledge, Gary Richrath, REO's lead guitarist from 1970 - 1989, never used a custom built ...
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| retrieving a question | 5/23/2004 |
Q: Kathy, I asked you a question last week, and for the life of me, I could not get the answer to ...
A: Thomas: Here is a duplicate copy of your question and my answer. If you can't retrieve it, please ...
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| REO re-releases | 5/19/2004 |
Q: Three albums (that I know of) by REO Speedwagon have been remastered and re-released. They are THE ...
A: Thomas: Unfortunately, we're not aware of any current plans to remaster REO's "Decade of Rock & ...
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| REO box set/ KC solo project/Lyrics | 3/16/2004 |
Q: I have a rare video shot from a camcorder in 1998, KC mentions a Box set type project that the ...
A: The band had hoped to complete a 30th anniversary box set in 2001, but the project was shelved for a ...
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| History | 3/1/2004 |
Q: What is the origin of the REO's name?
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| Band name | 2/19/2004 |
Q: Before the name REO Speedwagon, what was the name of the band when they were just a college bar ...
A: Unlike many bands which undergo several re-incarnations before they become famous, REO hasn't had ...
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| ages of two origional band member | 2/10/2004 |
Q: what years were Gregg Philbin and Terry Luttrell/Barry Lutnell (i've seen both names for the same ...
A: Terry Luttrell, REO Speedwagon's original lead singer, was in the band from 1968-71. (The name ...
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| REO Speedwagon | 8/28/2002 |
Q: Where did the band's name come from?
A: REO keyboardist and founder, Neal Doughty, actually came up with the name of the band while he was ...
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| Early REO | 4/4/2001 |
Q: just wondering what year Kevin Cronin joined the band and who the original members were. I love Lost ...
A: CHIP: The band members on REO's original release in 1971 were: Alan Gratzer, drums; Terry Luttrell, ...
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