Bob Kotz
I am a Singer/Songwriter trying to keep my songs alive.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
I have been playing guitar for 30+ years. Along the way, I have tried to overcome my fear of performing for others. I have met some great people along the way.
About 6 years ago, I wrote my first song. Many more followed. But songs don't sing themselves. So, here I am.
I have made it my mission to do my best to promote them. Part of that is to record them. The other part is to get them to you.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Open mics wherever I find them, a few paying gigs here and there. Always for fun.
Your musical influences
John Prine, Steve Goodman, Steve Earle, Bob Delevante and Springsteen are my favorite writers. Maybe they have influenced my writing. I'd be the last to know. I'm told that I sound like John Prine, but I cover him a lot.
What equipment do you use?
I have many fine acoustic guitars. I try to play them all.
Favorites, 33 Martin OM-18, 50 Martin 000-28, Bourgeois OM
Just got a 94 Gibson Les Paul that I am recording with as well.
Cakewalk Guitar Tracks Studio, Alesis SR-16
Anything else?
After 30 years of "banging" on an acoustic guitar, I am finally getting better and also, getting interested in lead electric. Having a great time with music, and recording my songs.
