Q&A

Who is filling out this survey?

Bob Fjeldsted

Please name your band, its members' names and what they play.

Bob Fjeldsted Guitar and vocals, Kenny Dunagan Bass and vocals, Hayden Bramlett Fiddle and vocals, Cousin Ronnie Shipman, drums and vocals, Johnnie Buffington Steel Guitar.

How would you describe your band's music?

Western Swing and Calassic Honkeytonk Dance music.

How did you learn about Dfest?

It's everywhere

Why did you apply for Dfest?

To diversify the event, our type of music was not represented.

What is the most fun thing about performing live?

Interacting with the audience/dancers. No, but we can't hardly wait. Introducing Young people to old Music.

Have you performed at Dfest before? If so, what was your favorite part about it? If not, what are you most looking forward to?

Perhaps. Meeting a booking agent.

What projects is your band currently working on?

A HISTORIC ALBUM OF SONG BY THE PEOPLE THAT HAVE THEIR PICTURE ON THe wall at cains and a Gospel album.

As a musician, which three bands are you most looking forward to seeing at Dfest?

Black crows and the RoundUpBoys.

Will you offer meet-and-greets after/before your shows? If so, when/where?

Yes Befor and after our show at Caz's Chow House, Main and Brady.

What's the funniest/weirdest story you have about any song you've written?

I woke in the night, spoke it into a hand held recorder, went back to sleep and in the morning I transcribed it and only changed three words.

What can fans expect during your Dfest performance?

to find themselves up and dancing , floor and or tables.

How is Dfest different from any other show you do?

The demographic will be more diverse, the average age will be lower, but these are the people we want to attract to our dances. We have seen an increase in attendence by younger people at the Bob Wills Birthday Bash at Cains Ballroom in recent years, and we would like to see that continue.

Where would you like your band to be two years from today?

Playing more regionally at Western Swing Fests and the Texas Dance hall circuit.

What's the coolest fact about your fans?

We are very fortunate, our Fans are very loyal and the travel to were ever we are playing.

What tips do you offer to "beat the heat" at this July festival?

Reduce clothing and drink plenty of fluids and always wear a hat.

What's the weirdest/quirkiest fact about any member of your band?

Cousin Ronnie isn't my cousin and Judge Kenny Dunagan isn't really a Judge.

It's your turn! Ask a question … and answer it!

I don't Know the answer, but the most puzzling question is, Why did they build the Alamo right down town in San Antonio?