When it comes to musical diversity and the eclectic bands that originate from different regions of the
United States, you will notice that each singer and band is equally attractive and unique in their own
way. The South East claims Southern Rock, New Orleans--Jazz and Blues. Chicago boasts some of
THE greatest R&B bands. San Francisco and Haight Ashbury are like another World, set apart from
other Metro areas. Austin claims all genres of music and we’ve heard some amazing jam bands
originate from that area of Texas. Whether it’s Country, Blues Rock, Tex-Mex or Funk, you cannot
deny that we have seen and heard of many a great performer who has emerged from the largest state
in our country. So, why is Cleveland home to The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Wait, that is another
topic to be discussed later and arguably, many people have their own opinions on where IT could
have been constructed. While you think about that, turn up one of HAMILTON LOOMIS’ original
songs “Give It Back” featuring Multi-Grammy Award Winner, VICTOR WOOTEN, and get a feel for
the soulful side of this Texas Native.
HAMILTON LOOMIS is the perfect example of a musician who not only dedicates his life to his art,
but he juggles an intense touring schedule that takes him across the USA and around the globe,
while he maintains an afnity to teach the world to sing. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, the
Legendary BO DIDDLEY, wrote and recorded “You Got To Wait” with Hamilton on his 2007 CD “Ain’t
Just Temporary”. It was one of the nal recordings of BO DIDDLEY’S elaborate career.
The rst time I saw HAMILTON LOOMIS was at an outdoor concert in 2009, and I have been a
supportive fan of his ever since. During the January leg of the 2015 World Tour, he was gracious
enough to do this interview following a performance in Colorado.
Hamilton’s journey began at an early age. While many of us were banging on pots and pans while
mother cooked in the kitchen, Hamilton was picking up his parents instruments, along with a few of
the usual
household items, to
get a feel for the
beat and rhythms
that would
eventually garner
the contemporary
Funk and Blues
that you hear him
play. He eventually
performed with his
parent’s Doo-Wop
Photo credit:
Yvonne Day
b a n d , “ Fa m i l y
Affair”.