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Misc. Questions ================= Just who are The Nervous Wrecks? The Studio version of the Nervous Wrecks for SFTDP was: Todd Snider - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica Peter Hykra - Violin, Mandolin, Acoustic Guitar, Squezze Box & Fingersnaps Mark "hoot" Marchetti - Finger Snapin Vibes Joe Mareincheck - Bass Guitar, Fingersnaps, Background Vocals Joe McLeary - Drums Eddy Shaver - Electric Guitar The Studio version for SRU was: Todd Snider - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica Joe Mareincheck - 4,5,& 6 string Bass Guitars Joe McLeary - Drums & Percusion Will Kimbrough - Electric Guitar, Banjo, Dobro, Bass Guitar on "Prison Walls", Harmony Vocals The Studio version for the 3rd unrealeased album is: Todd Snider - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Harmaonica Joe Marencheck - Bass Guitar Will Kimbrough - Electric Guitar Paul Birchiginai - Drums What were the Nervous Wrecks old names? the Nervous Wrecks used to be called the Bootlegers and before that the Hair Farmers. Who is David Zollo? David Zollo played piano for Todd and the Wrecks during the Step Right Up tour. There is little piano on the 3rd album and so David decided to leave the band Why did Joe McLeary not play drums on the 3rd album? Joe Mac had a baby girl and decided he wanted to spend more time with his newborn daughter and wife. So he decided not to play on the new album or tour on the new tour. Who is Shamus? Shawn Bacon, or Shamus, is credited as being Road Board, Work Station, and every other damn thing. Basicly he keeps shit together and running. He also fills in on drums from time to time. Who is Mike Snider? Mike Snider is Todd's brother. He was the "tour manager" for the Step Right Up tour. He is co-producinig the 3rd untitled album. What recored label is Todd on? Todd was origanly on Margaritaville/MCA but since then Margartiaville has basicly gone out of buisness. The new album will be released on Margaritaville/MCA but ones after that either be on MCA or another label Todd might sign on with. What is the Todd Snider Listserv? This is the best way to get current info on TS&TNW. For a long time i did know what this was so i will explain it to those also not very cumputer literate.... You send and e-mail message to T-SNIDER@listserv.tamu.edu In the body of this e-mail you put SUBSCRIBE T-SNIDER. You'll then get more instructions via e-mail that will be pretty self explanatory. Now you have accsess to the best most current info regarding Todd and the Wrecks. Who is Moondawg? Michel A. Webb, or Moondawg, ran a bar in Frayser TN. It was a favorite of Todd and the Wrecks. Moondawg is credited with giving Todd & the Wrecks all there "kick ass pot." The song Moondawg's Tavern is about Moondawg and his bar (duh). Moondawg had a heart attack and died on March 2nd 1997. How do I join the Todd Snider Fan Club? The best way would be to e-mail Shawn Kay. She with the help of Mike, Todd and the Wrecks are putting together a newsletter to be sent out to help inform fans of concerts, albums, and they'll probably sell some stuff too. You can e-mail her at ShantiK68@aol.com Who are Todd's biggest influences? Todd credits his biggest influence as being Jerry Jeff Walker. He also often mentions Joe Ely, John Prine, Willie Nelson, Kris Kirstoferston, Billy Joe Shaver, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, Steve Earle, Keith Sykes, and Kent Finlay. Who are Todd's favorite newer acts? Jack Ingram, Kevin Kinny, the Bottle Rockets, Son Volt, Wilco, and Uncle Tupelo. What is the Daily Planet? The Daily Planet is a bar in Memphis Todd played at every Thursday from about 90-94. He developed a regular following he refered to as "the Shithouse Chior." Where is the Daily Planet? 3430 Park Ave Memphis, TN 38111-4118 What bands has Todd opened shows for? Jimmy Buffett, Jerry Jeff Walker, Bob Dylan, Drivin-n-Cryin, Warren Zevon, Billy Joe Shaver, John Prine, Leon Redbone, Son of Slam Ray Price, the Guess Who, the Subdues, and Leo Kettle.