I started playing harmonica in 1969 and had a roommate that had an huge collection of Blues records. Started playing Austin Blues clubs in 1971 and got the stage name Tom Terrific Tongue Man Hot Licks and Live Snake Show from a drummer who later played with Jimmy Buffet and George Strait. Played with a lot of famous musicians over the years, once when I opened up for John Mayall he refused to play harmonica after me. That made me sad cause I always loved his music. The band I played that show with (Bugs Henderson and the Shuffle Kings) called me up while I was playing another gig and wanted me to come for their show that was about to start. My band said go for it, and I drag raced to get there. I have always loved the Blues and where would it be without a harmonica. Thanks for listening ROG!