I have the honor of playing drums with a local Dallas band that has been performing all sorts of events for over 50 years. They are called "The Joker Band" and they have actually been together longer than the Rolling Stones! They play Tejano, and popular American music from the 40's-70's. It's fun to be in the drum chair because within a set we'll cover Tex- Mex Polkas,Cumbias, Boleros, classic country, old time rock n' roll, blues, and Great American Song Book Standards. They have a loyal following of mostly Mexican Americans born and raised here in Texas. Most of the members of this 11 piece band are in their 70's and 80's. They may not be in the top of their game so to speak, but they still get solid bookings, and know how to keep the dance floor packed by playing exactly what their audience loves to hear.

Anyways, here's a interview that a local magazine did on The Joker Band. I thought some of you would find it interesting to see what's going on around these parts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHtMD1asNtM