Timothy in the Press/Blogs/etc.

[MaryCalifornia]

Seriously! I could sit and listen to Timothy read the phone book and I would be enthralled! That Poconut is definitely not a true TBS fan.

I'm guessing our hardcore Fleetwood Mac peeps around here feel the same about their boy...

[MaryCalifornia]

Exactamundo! At least acknowledge that she's there!

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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/poco-versus-eagles-to-every-thing-there.html

The interview with the female interviewer from the same red carpet is even more painful as far as ignoring Jean. So awkward and rude.

[sodascouts]

Seriously! I could sit and listen to Timothy read the phone book and I would be enthralled! That Poconut is definitely not a true TBS fan.

I'm guessing our hardcore Fleetwood Mac peeps around here feel the same about their boy...

100%!!!!

[zeldabjr]

I definitely could sit and listen to him read or sing the phone book and I would be the happiest camper ever!!...lol...

[sad-cafe]

Oh yes. Jean is one lucky woman! He is so sweet, so kind and so sexy

[SilverMoon]

Here’s a radio interview with Timothy from 2012. He talks, among other things, about his album Expando, his solo tour and his family. The interviewer asks him if he’s Native American and he replies that he’s not. He says that his blood grandmother and grandfather on his dad’s side were Mexican and Chilean respectively and that his maternal grandfather was Danish.

The interview is done over the phone and it’s a bit hard to understand what Timothy is saying. But it’s still worth listening to because he always comes across as extremely likable. And the interviewer sounds like he’s in awe of Timothy.

http://worldaccessradio.podomatic.com/entry/2012-05-17T20_17_43-07_00

[sodascouts]

Thanks for digging that up, SM!

[Cheyenne]

Love hearing a little about him growing up. Wish he'd elaborated more about Jean! Thanks for sharing.

[secret squirrel]

Here’s a radio interview with Timothy from 2012. He talks, among other things, about his album Expando, his solo tour and his family. The interviewer asks him if he’s Native American and he replies that he’s not. He says that his blood grandmother and grandfather on his dad’s side were Mexican and Chilean respectively and that his maternal grandfather was Danish.

The interview is done over the phone and it’s a bit hard to understand what Timothy is saying. But it’s still worth listening to because he always comes across as extremely likable. And the interviewer sounds like he’s in awe of Timothy.

http://worldaccessradio.podomatic.com/entry/2012-05-17T20_17_43-07_00

Thanks, SM.
Took me a while to listen to the whole of this because there was so much distortion on TBS’s voice and the interviewer talked way too much. The Wizard of Boz indeed. With a name like that, I suppose I should have expected him to have an exaggerated idea of his own importance but combining this with extreme sycophancy really took the biscuit.

For Timothy, it was a simple exercise in charm, to respond to the guy’s clueless sallies with grace and courtesy. How does he do it? I bet he wanted to hang up after a couple of minutes.

WoB: I like to know those things that other people don’t know and try to make my interviews unique and not ask the same questions. I try to be a little bit different.
Talk about fishing for a compliment.
TBS, feeling obliged to comply: Well, you’re doing great.

This guy’s a mine of misinformation. He acts like he’s a huge fan then comes out with ‘I think I read somewhere that you’re 25% Native Indian.’
TBS: I have no idea where you read that.

He can't pronounce Jeddrah’s name and even proves he knows nothing about the Beatles. It's fine not to know something (no one can know everything) but when they actually think they’re experts, it gets irritating.

Did find out a few new things though and increased my perception that Timothy is an extremely patient person.

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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/poco-versus-eagles-to-every-thing-there.html

[sodascouts]

This guy’s a mine of misinformation. He acts like he’s a huge fan then comes out with ‘I think I read somewhere that you’re 25% Native Indian.’
TBS: I have no idea where you read that.



LOL. Yes, Timothy is quite gracious! Always interesting to listen to his interviews, even if they're conducted by someone so clueless.

[secret squirrel]

LOL. Yes, Timothy is quite gracious! Always interesting to listen to his interviews, even if they're conducted by someone so clueless.

I have fun imagining Don and Glenn's responses in the same situation.

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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/poco-versus-eagles-to-every-thing-there.html

[cricrichan]

I don't know if it has been posted yet ... however ... never read that interview before^^

http://timothybschmitfans.com/playinitcool.html

[tjh532]

Great article! Thanks for sharing that. I still find it hard to believe that he is 37 in that picture!
It does confirm that he married Jean in '84. And if Jeddrah was 14 when he was 37, then she was born when we was 23.
And the story about having to play in the liquor cabinet was pretty funny :)

[bluefeather]

I still find it hard to believe that he is 37 in that picture!


yep, it's kind of weird how much younger than his years he's always looked, good article, short but nice:)

[Cheyenne]

http://www.sanjuaneducationfoundation.org/timothy-b-schmit/

Nothing new in this article but made me wonder if anyone knew anything about Tim's tap dancing lessons or gymnastics?

[sodascouts]

That biography is copied word-for-word from ours: http://timothybschmitonline.com/biography.htm - this was written by our own timfan. At least they credit at the bottom. She's been having trouble logging in lately, but she knows all about it!

[secret squirrel]

That biography is copied word-for-word from ours: http://timothybschmitonline.com/biography.htm - this was written by our own timfan. At least they credit at the bottom. She's been having trouble logging in lately, but she knows all about it!

Pretty cheeky though.

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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/

[secret squirrel]

I don't know if it has been posted yet ... however ... never read that interview before^^

http://timothybschmitfans.com/playinitcool.html

Thanks for posting. Only just got round to reading this. Love this bit:

" I spent 5 hours in the liquor closet. I think it was the worst job I ever played, but I got my 20 dollars."

Bit different from playing an Eagles gig!

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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/

[sad-cafe]

WTF???????????

[sodascouts]

Spam.

[sad-cafe]

why would someone even take the time to sign up and then do something like that?

[MaryCalifornia]

Too funny S-C, I asked the same identical question about two weeks ago in another thread! Soda explained it gets people to click on the included link to drive traffic to their site.

[secret squirrel]

Only a brief but sweet mention in this article:
http://www.nj.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2014/03/nj_life_rockers_rush_to_aid_ailing_jefferson_stars hip_guitarist.html

Here it is:
This conversation was taking place in McLoone's Pier House in Long Branch, when over the sound system came a cover of "I Can't Tell You Why" by the Eagles. Aguilar tells a story about how the Eagles' Timothy B. Schmit played a rough version for him before it was recorded.
"He was like, 'What do you think?' I said, 'Man, it's beautiful.' "

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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/opinion8-must-see-tv.html

[bluefeather]

interesting piece of history, wonder how they knew each other:)

[sodascouts]

Cool story!

[irga]

Please forgive me if that has been already posted before, but I've just come across this great interview and would like to share it with you, all Tim Fans :-)

http://www.bassplayer.com/article/Timothy-B-Schmit-Up-amp-Down-The-Highway/4991

[tjh532]

Wow Irga - thanks for sharing that. What a great article - I have never seen that one before. I like that he shares a lot about what his personality is like. A little more insight into who he is and how he works.

[bluefeather]

I'm happy to read it again, very good interview, he's so nice and humble.:inlove:
And even his selected discography is a LONG list!:hilarious::thumbsup:

[irga]

To fully appreciate Timothy's artistic work, just have a look here: http://www.allmusic.com/artist/timothy-b-schmit-mn0000604940/credits
That's what he's done throughout the years.
I'm impressed!

:jawdrop:

[bashful badger]

I'm reblogging my Timothy-inspired poems as part of NaPoWriMo 2014 and here's the links to them if anyone interested in reading in a slightly different format - first time around (http://bashfulbadger.wordpress.com/2014/04/04/first-time-around/) and it starts when you think it's the end (http://bashfulbadger.wordpress.com/2014/04/05/it-starts-when-you-think-its-the-end/). Thanks, guys.

I'm still without a TBS avatar. :sigh:

[bluefeather]

I just read your poems again and I'm VERY TOUCHED, thank you bb!

[MaryCalifornia]

Hey BB, very nice, thank you.

Please feel free to use this for your avi, and then post often, OK, thank you? xoxo MC

p.s. or "sweaty timmy avi" - Sad Cafe, do you still have sweaty Timmy for BB to use? I miss him.

http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a523/marymansfield/THE_EAGLES_DISC_2-2112_zpsced816b6.jpg

[tjh532]

Oh, how I love that pic MC! Thanks for posting again :laugh:

[secret squirrel]

For the musos among us - some discussion of Tim's basses:

http://www.talkbass.com/threads/what-kind-of-bass-does-timothy-b-schmit-play-in-the-eagles-farewell-dvd.418933/

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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/ (http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/christian-kane-covered-in-glory.html)

[bashful badger]

I just read your poems again and I'm VERY TOUCHED, thank you bb!


Thank you, blue feather. Glad you liked them.

[bashful badger]

Hey BB, very nice, thank you.

Please feel free to use this for your avi, and then post often, OK, thank you? xoxo MC

p.s. or "sweaty timmy avi" - Sad Cafe, do you still have sweaty Timmy for BB to use? I miss him.

http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a523/marymansfield/THE_EAGLES_DISC_2-2112_zpsced816b6.jpg

Cheers, Mary C. I will endeavour to do this. May need some help from the secretive rodent.

[bashful badger]

Hey BB, very nice, thank you.

Please feel free to use this for your avi, and then post often, OK, thank you? xoxo MC

p.s. or "sweaty timmy avi" - Sad Cafe, do you still have sweaty Timmy for BB to use? I miss him.

http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a523/marymansfield/THE_EAGLES_DISC_2-2112_zpsced816b6.jpg

Cheers, Mary C. I will endeavour to do this. May need some help from the secretive rodent. Okay, I cropped it and tried to use it but it told me 'Upload of file failed.' I was doing so well.

[Brooke]

bb, looks like you got it! Very nice!

[bluefeather]

Mmmm what a pic:drool:

[tjh532]

BB! Love your avi! Woohoo! Make sure you post often ;)

[secret squirrel]

Cheers, Mary C. I will endeavour to do this. May need some help from the secretive rodent. Okay, I cropped it and tried to use it but it told me 'Upload of file failed.' I was doing so well.

Hey, who you calling a rodent?

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http://pistoriusontrial.blogspot.co.uk/2014/04/who-put-story-in-pistorius-my-thoughts.html

[bashful badger]

bb, looks like you got it! Very nice!

There you go. I had it all the time. Thanks, Brooke.

[bashful badger]

Hey, who you calling a rodent?

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http://pistoriusontrial.blogspot.co.uk/2014/04/who-put-story-in-pistorius-my-thoughts.html

Hey, it's better than roadkill ...

[timfan]

As we don't have anything new (press wise) from Timothy I thought I'd share a nice interview/article from his Expando tour

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ragogna/emexpandoem-a-conversatio_b_1180328.html

[sodascouts]

Love that interview.

It also makes me yearn for another solo album from Timothy.

[bluefeather]

that interviewer is really well informed, respect to him for an outstanding interview but we really need a NEW one, yeah and a new solo record too, please Timothy:pray:

[TimFan222]

I do hope he is spending some "downtime" writing and recording a new record maybe new record solo tour?

[tjh532]

He has said in interviews that he isn't really a 'prolific' songwriter. However, Expando was released in 2009. It's been 5 years - surely enough time to write some new songs? Especially since it seems that he really enjoyed making his last CD. I think all of us Timothy fans want to hear something new :)

[Houston Baby]

BB - I just read your poems. Beautiful! You are very talented. I hope you continue and will write some more Timothy and/or Eagles inspired works. Thank you for sharing! :thumbsup:

[sad-cafe]

I have "sweaty Timothy" I will look and put him back up

[MaryCalifornia]

There he is! Yay!

[secret squirrel]

Hey, it's better than roadkill ...

Didn't you get culled recently?

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http://pistoriusontrial.blogspot.co.uk/2014/04/who-put-story-in-pistorius-my-thoughts.html (http://bmaycreative.com/tag/shakey-graves/)

[tjh532]

I have "sweaty Timothy" I will look and put him back up

SC - that is one of my favorites!

[sad-cafe]

I love it too but...it isn't a very close picture.

[MaryCalifornia]

Here is list of "100 Greatest Rock Bass Players of All Time" that includes Timothy:guitar: Two spots behind Bill Wyman of the Rolling Stones. I don't give much credence to these type of lists, but it's nice to see him recognized!

http://www.digitaldreamdoor.com/pages/best_bassguitar.html

[bluefeather]

:headbang::applause:

[tjh532]

I was reading some articles about Timothy, and came across this one:

http://somethingelsereviews.com/2013/01/14/my-voice-is-coming-along-nicely-the-eagles-timothy-b-schmit-updates-fans-after-cancer-scare

It mentions that he was working on a new solo project. They take awhile to do, especially while the Eagles are touring. So maybe we will get another solo album from our guy!

[SilverMoon]

Here is list of "100 Greatest Rock Bass Players of All Time" that includes Timothy:guitar: Two spots behind Bill Wyman of the Rolling Stones. I don't give much credence to these type of lists, but it's nice to see him recognized!

http://www.digitaldreamdoor.com/pages/best_bassguitar.html
Timothy is such an underrated bassist! I think that he should be higher than No. 97 on that list!

[MaryCalifornia]

Yeah, considering the Rolling Stones have what is probably considered one of the most important, distinct rhythm sections of all time, I'm surprised Wyman isn't higher, but he's not in any of the top polls. Bass is weird. Seems like you have to be really flamboyant to be noticed. We have a review in here where Timothy's playing was referred to by an expert as "solid", and some took that to be a vague, lukewarm compliment , but apparently to be "solid" is considered high praise for a bassist - they're supposed to stay solid underneath there and help things along, not really stand out. (in my layman's terminology! Anyone feel free to correct me)

[secret squirrel]

Here's a board on the Beach Boys which mentions TBS's version of Caroline, No (with the Beach Boys):

http://smileysmile.net/board/index.php?topic=17584.125

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http://secretsquirrelshorts.blogspot.co.uk/2014/05/gordon-gano-impure-charisma.html

[irga]

Not sure whether this has already appeared, but I've just come across this note from sactown magazine. Sort of old news, though...
http://www.sactownmag.com/December-January-2012/Back-to-School-Night/
Nice two photos there :-)

[MaryCalifornia]

Couldn't have said it better myself!!!! From this article re: the London shows -

http://classicrock.teamrock.com/reviews/2014-06-21/five-things-watching-the-eagles-made-us-think

"Timothy B. Schmit is Underrated:

Despite becoming an Eagle 36 years ago, bassman Schmit is still perceived as the new guy, having joined the fray shortly after the band recorded their biggest hits. But it's his high, sweet voice that's stood the test of time best. With chiselled cheekbones, long hair and carrying not an ounce of fat, he's the one member who still looks like a rock star rather than a kindly uncle."

[bluefeather]

:yay::yay::yay: somebody is acknowledging how great Timothy is for a change!

[tjh532]

Thanks for sharing that Mary - nice to see Timothy getting some recognition! And that last line made me laugh :hilarious:

[irga]

Wow. Perfect. So true. Thanks for sharing!!!

[zeldabjr]

oh I love this MC...something we all know already...but nice to see someone else say it!...:)

[SallyGee]

Yay! Finally! We knew it all along!

[SilverMoon]

Couldn't have said it better myself!!!! From this article re: the London shows -

http://classicrock.teamrock.com/reviews/2014-06-21/five-things-watching-the-eagles-made-us-think

"Timothy B. Schmit is Underrated:

Despite becoming an Eagle 36 years ago, bassman Schmit is still perceived as the new guy, having joined the fray shortly after the band recorded their biggest hits. But it's his high, sweet voice that's stood the test of time best. With chiselled cheekbones, long hair and carrying not an ounce of fat, he's the one member who still looks like a rock star rather than a kindly uncle."
Timothy is underrated, but he has also been underused in the Eagles. He should have been allowed to sing more leads. In my opinion, he’s the best singer in the band. And he is, and has always been, a cool-looking guy.

[sad-cafe]

agreed

[sad-cafe]

what is the sexiest picture of timothy around?

[tjh532]

Timothy is underrated, but he has also been underused in the Eagles. He should have been allowed to sing more leads. In my opinion, he’s the best singer in the band. And he is, and has always been, a cool-looking guy.

I agree with this 100% I think he has a fabulous voice (not that I'm biased or anything) the only reason that I can think of is that maybe his voice doesn't have a hard enough edge to it. Each of the Eagles has their own unique sound, which is what makes their harmonies so amazing. But each voice is suited to different styles, and Timothy's sounds amazing on ballads.
And yes, he is a very cool looking guy ;)

[secret squirrel]

Apparently, this magazine has an interview with TBS but I haven't been able to read it.

http://www.beatweek.com/beatweek-magazine/13869-beatweek-magazine-issue-124-christina-perri-interview-ipad-accessories-timothy-b-schmit-eagles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beatweek-magazine-issue-124-christina-perri-interview-ipad-accessories-timothy-b-schmit-eagles

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http://pistoriusontrial.blogspot.co.uk/2014/06/oscar-pistorius-has-gad-guilt-anxiety.html

[bluefeather]

oh nice I haven't read this either

[sad-cafe]

thanks

[tjh532]

That was nice. I never thought about the fact that every time his Dad moved on to a new club Timothy would have to change schools. I always think of him being younger than that. Some nice insight into his writing and recording too.
Thanks for posting it SS!

[sodascouts]

Thanks for that. I hadn't seen it before. Very interesting!

[SilverMoon]

I agree with this 100% I think he has a fabulous voice (not that I'm biased or anything) the only reason that I can think of is that maybe his voice doesn't have a hard enough edge to it. Each of the Eagles has their own unique sound, which is what makes their harmonies so amazing. But each voice is suited to different styles, and Timothy's sounds amazing on ballads.
And yes, he is a very cool looking guy ;)
Timothy sings ballads beautifully and sounds amazing on them, but I think he can also sing uptempo songs very well. He can sing almost anything. He should have sung more songs in the Eagles.

By the way, Glenn said in an interview that, in the band, Don Henley sings the bluesier songs, Timothy sings the lighter songs, and he (Glenn) sings something in between. I wonder what he meant exactly by “lighter.” Easy to sing, meaningless, or what else?

[Freypower]

Timothy sings ballads beautifully and sounds amazing on them, but I think he can also sing uptempo songs very well. He can sing almost anything. He should have sung more songs in the Eagles.

By the way, Glenn said in an interview that, in the band, Don Henley sings the bluesier songs, Timothy sings the lighter songs, and he (Glenn) sings something in between. I wonder what he meant exactly by “lighter.” Easy to sing, meaningless, or what else?

'Lighter' in the sense of the songs he sings being slow ballads, although I would say that isn't really an accurate descrption of either ICTYW or Do Something, both of which have real depth. The sam can't be said of LWKUA, which is close to the most lightweight thing the band has ever done (in my opinion). I was disappointed by the choice of IDWTHAM too, because I thought Tim should have been given the chance to sing something with a bit more substance than that.

[MaryCalifornia]

I wish he had a verse in How Long

[SilverMoon]

Timothy only sings lead on two out of twenty songs on LROOE, which isn't enough when you consider what a great singer he is. And why does Timothy have to only sing ballads? That makes him seem a one-trick pony. He should have been allowed to sing more songs and given at least an uptempo song.

[tjh532]

Timothy only sings lead on two out of twenty songs on LROOE, which isn't enough when you consider what a great singer he is. And why does Timothy have to only sing ballads? That makes him seem a one-trick pony. He should have been allowed to sing more songs and given at least an uptempo song.

It's nice that we have his solo work to listen to. I agree that it doesn't seem right that he only sings ballads, but as he has said on more than one occasion "I have my place in the band" I always took that to mean that he knew when he joined that he would mostly be singing high harmony and playing bass.I don't think he was under any illusions that it would be more than that, and he's ok with that. It doesn't mean that he doesn't wish he could sing more, but after years of singing lead and writing songs for Poco, he has had far more commercial success and made more money with the Eagles.
Even if he resented the fact that he doesn't sing more leads, he's not about to rock the boat. Fielder did, and look what happened to him. I think Timothy and Joe both had a rough time after the Eagles stopped in the 80s, and both are grateful to have a steady, well paying gig :)

[bluefeather]

I wholy agree with you tjh and I think it's unlikely that he's anything but satisfied with the place he has in the Eagles and I also think it's great that his ego isn't too big for him to be happy with the somewhat limited role he has as an Eagle

[SilverMoon]

It's nice that we have his solo work to listen to. I agree that it doesn't seem right that he only sings ballads, but as he has said on more than one occasion "I have my place in the band" I always took that to mean that he knew when he joined that he would mostly be singing high harmony and playing bass.I don't think he was under any illusions that it would be more than that, and he's ok with that. It doesn't mean that he doesn't wish he could sing more, but after years of singing lead and writing songs for Poco, he has had far more commercial success and made more money with the Eagles.
Even if he resented the fact that he doesn't sing more leads, he's not about to rock the boat. Fielder did, and look what happened to him. I think Timothy and Joe both had a rough time after the Eagles stopped in the 80s, and both are grateful to have a steady, well paying gig :)
I didn’t mean that Timothy should rock the boat. He’s little more than a sideman in the band, so he obviously can’t rock the boat. Of course, I’m sure he’s happy with the money he makes. What I meant is that it's a shame that Timothy has been underrated and underused by Glenn and Don Henley. He’s such a great singer. After all, “I Can’t Tell You Why” was a hit, and “Love Will Keep Us Alive” was a little hit too. It seems that people love to hear him sing.

[MaryCalifornia]

It's pretty crazy when you think about it - Joe sings four songs and Timothy sings two. Admittedly, it is the HISTORY of the Eagles tour, so I understand that TBS wasn't around for much of the most important history, but 3 of Joe's songs aren't even Eagles songs!! Based purely on singing, not showmanship, in what world does Joe Walsh rate twice as many songs as Timothy B. Schmit? it's mind-boggling that Timothy doesn't have more songs to sing. Eagles fans love him. Non-Eagles fans love him. EVERYONE loves him and his VOICE. The fact that he came from Poco and in 37 years they have not managed to collectively come up with one rockin' song for him to sing with the Eagles is just.....ughhhhh.

It is what it is, I'm glad he's in the band and I'm sure Don and Glenn are, too.

Anyway, I vote for Keep on Tryin' or Rose of Cimarron!

[irga]

It's pretty crazy when you think about it - Joe sings four songs and Timothy sings two. Admittedly, it is the HISTORY of the Eagles tour, so I understand that TBS wasn't around for much of the most important history, but 3 of Joe's songs aren't even Eagles songs!!

In Lucca Timothy sung only ONE song. How about that... :sigh: :twisted:

[tjh532]

I don't know that I agree with the statement that Timothy is little more than a side man. He's been a member of the Eagles longer than Randy, Bernie, or even Felder. And I agree with Mary, that everyone, including Glenn, Don, and Joe love him. Has he been under used? Yes, absolutely. He had ICTYW, and LWKUA went to number one. So he has been a successful member of the band. I wish he could sing more, but who knows? Maybe it's by choice. Maybe the cancer had more of an affect on his voice than we know. Singing high is taxing, and maybe his voice wears down easier than it used to. These guys are closing in on 70. Your voice can only hold out for so long. It's kind of amazing that they are still touring and singing so well.

[bluefeather]

well said tjh

[SilverMoon]

I don't know that I agree with the statement that Timothy is little more than a side man. He's been a member of the Eagles longer than Randy, Bernie, or even Felder. And I agree with Mary, that everyone, including Glenn, Don, and Joe love him. Has he been under used? Yes, absolutely. He had ICTYW, and LWKUA went to number one. So he has been a successful member of the band. I wish he could sing more, but who knows? Maybe it's by choice. Maybe the cancer had more of an affect on his voice than we know. Singing high is taxing, and maybe his voice wears down easier than it used to. These guys are closing in on 70. Your voice can only hold out for so long. It's kind of amazing that they are still touring and singing so well.
Timothy has been in the Eagles for a long time, but he’s still treated as a sideman. He’s not an equal partner in the band and doesn’t have a say in anything.

He has said that he considers himself a singer first and then a bass player. So I assume he would have liked to sing more. Singers like to sing. I guess that no singer aspires to be just a backup singer.

[UndertheWire]

I agree Timothy is underused and that's always been true for most members of the band (even Glenn and Don at times). I guess that's the downside of being in a band. However, that hasn't stopped any of them from having solo projects and I could argue that having less to do within the band may leave more to be used for the solo work. The Eagles is the day job and they can follow their passions in their off-time.

We don't know what the current arrangements are, but clearly Timothy and Joe are more than sidemen and are treated accordingly. They are part of the promotion of the band and if one of them is ill, the show gets cancelled. I'm sure their contracts and remuneration reflect this.

[zeldabjr]

no one ever said the Eagles was a democracy...ask Don Felder...he thought things should be equal...did not work out very well for him...I think Timothy is under used ...yes...but I think his personality is such that he doesn't need to be top dog...on stage or money wise...

[tjh532]

Timothy has been in the Eagles for a long time, but he’s still treated as a sideman. He’s not an equal partner in the band and doesn’t have a say in anything.

SilverMoon, maybe you and I have different ideas of what a sideman is. I always think of a side man as a backup musician, or someone like Stuart Smith. He came in and played with them on tour, and even did some writing on LROE, but was never a member of the band.

I agree that Don and Glenn are the ones who make most of the decisions, but I think that Timothy and Joe have their say as well. For example, I think that they probably all have to agree on their touring schedule. Correct me if I am wrong, but didn't they have to reschedule a couple of shows when Timothy had his throat surgery? If Timothy was just a sideman, they could have just brought someone in to play for him for those shows. If Timothy were to quit, would they replace him? Maybe, but I kind of think that as soon as one or more of them decide to leave or retire, they I think they will all hang it up (as far as the Eagles goes).

Timothy has the satisfaction of his solo projects, and he has more than enough money. If he felt slighted or fed up, he could always quit. I think he is happy with the arrangement the way it is.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Very well said, UTW, zelda, and tjh and I agree with just about everything you all said. Yeah, Tim may wish he could sing more songs in the Eagles, but he sure seems to be fairly content with the way things are, and I don't think most people view him as a sideman at all. He actually has a pretty sweet deal, IMO, and his income from this little gig has afforded him a pretty decent lifestyle. If not for it, I believe it is highly doubtful that he would have been able to finance his Expando album and tour. As some of the band members have said in the past, when you are in a band, there is give and take - you can't always have things exactly how you want them and you have to be a team player - even Don and Glenn have to make compromises at times. But, this is why all of them enjoy their solo projects - it gives them all an outlet to express themselves creatively in ways that they can't do in the Eagles.

[sodascouts]

Calling Timothy a sideman because he doesn't make the major decisions is like calling John McVie a sideman in Fleetwood Mac... and the band is freaking named after him. So yeah, I resist that definition of "sideman." The truth is that the term "sideman" has negative connotations which give a stigma to Timothy's part in the band that I don't feel is deserved. JMHO.

[secret squirrel]

Timothy only sings lead on two out of twenty songs on LROOE, which isn't enough when you consider what a great singer he is. And why does Timothy have to only sing ballads? That makes him seem a one-trick pony. He should have been allowed to sing more songs and given at least an uptempo song.

Totally agree. He does uptempo brilliantly. Would also vote, lke MC, for Keep On Tryin in an Eagles set. And they used to play it once. You only have to listen to a few Poco songs to know he can deliver - 'Stay', for instance.

The live shows are ridiculously Joe-heavy. No offence to Joe fans but they're not even Eagles songs or even great songs.

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[Freypower]

Totally agree. He does uptempo brilliantly. Would also vote, lke MC, for Keep On Tryin in an Eagles set. And they used to play it once. You only have to listen to a few Poco songs to know he can deliver - 'Stay', for instance.

The live shows are ridiculously Joe-heavy. No offence to Joe fans but they're not even Eagles songs or even great songs.

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Currently Joe is doing Pretty Maids All In A Row & In The City, both of which are Eagles songs, PMIAR is a great song in my opinion. Of his solo songs RMW is a great song & LBG is close but I know it too well so the novelty has worn off. Funk #49 is close to being 'great' but there is something about the lyrics that falls short.

Don't flame me Tim fans but I have tried to love Keep On Tryin' & I don't get it. I can see why people would like to see it performed, but I'm afraid it isn't a favourite of mine.

[MaryCalifornia]

No offense taken. TBS has many songs I don't love and don't care to see performed with the Eagles. I think KOT fits in nicely thematically with History of the Eagles as far as the early '70s, and it is a nice showcase for Timothy's voice. It is also features lots of nice harmonizing, which obviously also fits in. It's a spare song, not much to it, but fans seem to like it, and I enjoy watching all of those guys on Ringo Starr's tour singing backup (I think Joe is in there).

I'm not saying that that song should be on this tour, my point is it's a shame that in all of these decades they never developed a rockin' Eagles song for him to sing. Even a verse in How Long would be awesome. Didn't Randy sing a verse?

[Freypower]

No offense taken. TBS has many songs I don't love and don't care to see performed with the Eagles. I think KOT fits in nicely thematically with History of the Eagles as far as the early '70s, and it is a nice showcase for Timothy's voice. It is also features lots of nice harmonizing, which obviously also fits in. It's a spare song, not much to it, but fans seem to like it, and I enjoy watching all of those guys on Ringo Starr's tour singing backup (I think Joe is in there).

I'm not saying that that song should be on this tour, my point is it's a shame that in all of these decades they never developed a rockin' Eagles song for him to sing. Even a verse in How Long would be awesome. Didn't Randy sing a verse?

He sang the last verse on the original live version. Once again this is only my opinion but I don't think Tim's voice would be right for How Long.

[sodascouts]

I would've liked to hear Tim on that as well, and even Joe - all four singing, just like in the old days (but with different players, obviously).

[secret squirrel]

Currently Joe is doing Pretty Maids All In A Row & In The City, both of which are Eagles songs, PMIAR is a great song in my opinion. Of his solo songs RMW is a great song & LBG is close but I know it too well so the novelty has worn off. Funk #49 is close to being 'great' but there is something about the lyrics that falls short.

Don't flame me Tim fans but I have tried to love Keep On Tryin' & I don't get it. I can see why people would like to see it performed, but I'm afraid it isn't a favourite of mine.

Oh sorry - I *love* Pretty Maids All in a Row, always have and it's a must for any Eagles setlist but just find RMW sort of derivative and Funk #49 almost unlistenable. I just think that the Eagles have so many better songs than these two.

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[SilverMoon]

I agree Timothy is underused and that's always been true for most members of the band (even Glenn and Don at times). I guess that's the downside of being in a band.
Don Henley underused? I don’t think so!

[SilverMoon]

There’s a stereotype that Timothy’s voice and songs only appeal to women, but I've read a lot of comments and reviews from men saying they like Timothy. Here are two old reviews of Eagles concerts as examples. Both reviewers are men.

This one is a review of the March 27, 1995 concert in Vancouver, Canada. It was originally published in The Georgia Straight, a Vancouver weekly newspaper. The reviewer thinks that Timothy is the best singer in the band.

http://earofnewt.com/2014/05/24/joe-walsh-the-eddie-shack-of-rock-n-roll-helps-the-eagles-soar-in-vancouver/

This is the part of the review about Timothy:

Glenn Frey dedicated the show’s third selection, “New Kid in Town”, to “anyone who’s had a martini at Delilah’s”, referring to the popular West End eatery he frequented during a previous three-month stay here. That pretty little ditty benefited from the gorgeous backup vocals of bassist Timothy B. Schmidt, who is far and away the best singer in the band.

Schmidt’s vocal prominence became easily apparent when he took the lead on “I Can’t Tell You Why”, my personal fave Eagles ballad.

And this other one is a review of the June 4, 2002 concert in Albuquerque, NM. The review is from The Albuquerque Tribune. I put the parts about Timothy in bold to make them easier to find. The reviewer feels that Timothy is underused in the band.

http://www.thehighwaystar.com/reviews/02-4/albuquerque02.htm


The crowd noise, deafening after almost every song, tells me I shouldn't say anything bad about this show. So does the news that it pulled in $1,011,391 at the gate, the most ever for a University Arena concert.

So I'll start off nice. Don Henley is magnificent, worth the admission by himself. His lyrics are among the best in rock'n'roll history. His ballads, particularly Wasted Time and Desperado, and his rockers, Dirty Laundry above all, were the best things about a great show. The Eagles played a three-hour, 29-song set that was safe in its selection and flawless in its execution. Their classics were played, and played well. Still...

I had the nagging feeling that I was watching the Egos as much as the Eagles. Henley and guitarist Joe Walsh dominated the show, and only Henley deserved to. Walsh even hogged the spotlight from founding Eagle Glenn Frey, who wasn't even on stage for one of the encore songs.

Bassist Tim Schmidt clearly has been made a sub-Eagle. He sang just two songs, and the band never even bothered to introduce him. Walsh, who has aged a great deal in the two years since I saw the band, performed four like-sounding songs from his solo days. Rocky Mountain Way in the encore wasn't necessary. One from Schmidt's days with Poco, and one less from Walsh, would have been great.

Instead, Schmidt is heading down the path of Don Felder, the Eagles guitarist who was plucked and deposed in 2001 after losing a power struggle with Henley and Frey. Stewart Smith - an unofficial Eagle, I suppose - is replacing Felder on this tour. On Felder's two signature songs - I Can't Tell You Why and Hotel California - Smith wasn't up to the task.

The verdict: Good to excellent show, but Schmidt should go back to Poco, where he's appreciated.

[bluefeather]

the best singer in the band?:yay::heart: very nicely said about Timothy in the first but I don't appreciate telling Tim to go back to Poco in the other, it's great that he appreciates Timothy enough to feel bad for him though

[tjh532]

Thanks for finding and sharing those SilverMoon! I think you are right about the stereotype that Timothy's voice only appealing to women, and it's nice to see otherwise. I agree whole heartedly that he has been under used.

I do have to disagree with the writer of the second article though - he was obviously not headed down the Felder path, as that article was written 12 years ago. It's interesting to me that because Timothy is happy not being the center of attention, that somehow translates to him being pushed around or being pushed out. And maybe he was out getting a beer when they introduced Timothy? Please correct me if I'm wrong, but Timothy is always Introduced.

Anyway, nice to see some Timothy love :)
And I doubt he'll ever go back to Poco. I don't think Timothy is the sort to look backwards.

[cynd1231]

I was living in Albuquerque and AT The Pit on June 4, 2002 and I can tell you that the review was totally off the mark. In fact, when it hit the newsstand I wrote O'Rourke a not-too-pleasant letter suggesting that he was either drunk or sleeping during most of the show - or possibly he only THOUGHT he was at The Pit! Having been at that concert, I took particular exception to almost everything he wrote! His derogatory remarks about Timothy, especially that he was "heading down the path of Don Felder" really raised my hackles. The suggestion that Timothy would engage in a 'power struggle' was beyond my comprehension and I remember telling O'Rourke in no uncertain terms that if he was going to comment on behind-the-scenes issues among the band members, he'd better do his homework and be darned sure of his facts before committing a statement like that to print.

[MaryCalifornia]

Cynd, that is a crazy story - what a coincidence that SM pulled that review. SM, thanks for those two reviews and the snippets of the TBS comments! The second reviewer is a tool. And what is that comment about Joe aging? No respect for this reviewer.

Agree with the first reviewer about Tim's backing vocals...sometimes, in the videos of recent shows, his voice will come through louder/higher than the others' and I'm like, OMG, it is so outstanding and strong, I wish I could have the isolated feed from his mic! I've said before in these threads that he carries a heavy load to consistently achieve the Eagles iconic harmonies that all of the reviewers praise. I feel like all you need is Timothy and Don, or Timothy and Glenn, and the harmonies sound beautiful. (The addition of Bernie to backing vocals does result in a very cool sound.)

There is no denying that Timothy appeals to men as well as women in all facets of his professional life, in his songs, voice and LOOKS! I remember reading a review of an outdoor Poco show and the reviewer said that all of the women and many of the men couldn't take their eyes off of him!! When you combine that sweet voice with the recognizable/iconic look (disregarding 1982-90), you get a performer who is universally respected and admired.

[Roey]

Lucky for us that Timothy's focus is his music. As a fan, I respect and admire his talent. To me he has the whole package, the talent, personality and looks. To see how many accomplished musicians respect and admire him says alot. Just look at the list of the aritists that included him on their projects.

[cynd1231]

MC. I think I may have told O'Rourke that he was a dweeb -- or something to that effect (whatever the equivalent slang term was at the time). Wish I could find the copy of the letter I sent him because I think I also told him that as a former journalist myself I found him to be an insult to the profession. He violated a few rules of journalism in that piece and I took him to task for it! For the record, I also don't recall Glenn being absent from the stage during ANY of their numbers let alone an encore song!

By the way, the Tribune was Albuquerque's afternoon publication and had low readership even in '02. The went under in '08 and I don't recall whatever became of O'Rourke or how long he even remained with the Trib. But I was very upset by his article and very vocal about my stance. NOBODY insults the Eagles to that extent in my book and gets away with it without a few choice words from me. I was livid for days!

[Freypower]

There is so much wrong with that review that I am glad others have commented on it; but I feel I should say that describing ICTYW as Felder's 'signature' song because he played the solo live, presumably, is extremely misleading. Most of the rest of what was quoted was insulting at best. Let's not even talk about the spelling error. Speaking as a Glenn Frey fan, it is without any value at all.

I would have thought the majority of TBS fans on this board prefer him as an Eagle (NOT a 'sub-Eagle') and would not like to see him back with Poco. The responses here prove that while his fans appreciate him receiving some deserved praise, most of them don't appreciate distortion of fact & wild speculation.

I don't know how many of Tim's fans agree with the 'best singer in the band' part. Everyone has different opinions & that includes reviewers.

[cynd1231]

Two cardinal rules of journalism were broken in that article (aside from his spelling error). First of all, he was obviously very biased against the band from the get-go and made no bones about it ("The crowd noise, deafening after almost every song, tells me I shouldn't say anything bad about this show.") He should have followed his gut! There are always two sides to every story and a truly good reporter will always go the distance to tell both sides. Secondly, nowhere does he interject the phrase "in this reporters opinion" and nowhere did the paper itself interject the disclaimer that 'the opinions stated are those of the reporter and not that of The Journal'. The editors had an obligation to review the material before it was published and add the disclaimer if they were going to print his submission word-for-word. They couldn't even use the argument that they were on a tight deadline since the concert was over well before the paper went to press for a 4 p.m. distribution the following day! Shoddy journalism on all counts!

[cynd1231]

I don't know how many of Tim's fans agree with the 'best singer in the band' part. Everyone has different opinions & that includes reviewers.

As a huge fan of Timothy, I feel that he IS the best singer in the band -- on the songs where he has the lead! They all are when they have lead vocals on specific songs. But without their harmonies there is no complete package and (IMO) that is what makes it such an incredible experience.

That being said, I would still love to hear Timothy sing TITTL just once!

[MaryCalifornia]

I don't know how many of Tim's fans agree with the 'best singer in the band' part. Everyone has different opinions & that includes reviewers.

I don't think that Timothy has the best voice in the band. I do see it regularly written from reviewers and fans on social media. I think the main reason for that stated opinion is simply because people like him and are intrigued by him, and at Eagles shows they get such a very small glimpse of him as a singer - they want more. And, they like his two songs. Maybe he is the "favorite" voice for some, as opposed to technically the best. He doesn't carry the same baggage that Don and Glenn do as far as people disliking him or having a negative reputation (I don't know how else to say this, you know what I mean), and I think many people are always looking for a way to put down Don and Glenn, so they just say TBS sings better. These are the same people who think Joe and his solo songs are overexposed in Eagles' shows. If Timothy had to carry the same lead vocal load as Don, I don't know that people would say he has the best voice. I think he has an interesting voice that people like, but it's silly to put anyone up against Henley or Glenn on the original recordings that made the Eagles famous (and now). My two cents.

Edit: Come to think of it, I think that everything I just said above about Timothy applies similarly to Randy Meisner, for the exact same reasons.

[SilverMoon]

His derogatory remarks about Timothy, especially that he was "heading down the path of Don Felder" really raised my hackles. The suggestion that Timothy would engage in a 'power struggle' was beyond my comprehension
For what it's worth, when the reviewer says “Schmit is heading down the path of Don Felder,” I don’t think he means that Timothy would engage in a power struggle. He probably means that Timothy is underappreciated in the band just like Don Felder was. I’m not saying he’s right or wrong. Reviews are just opinions, anyway.

[SilverMoon]

I don't know how many of Tim's fans agree with the 'best singer in the band' part. Everyone has different opinions & that includes reviewers.
Don Henley is a great singer. However, I think Timothy is the best singer in the band, and I’m not ashamed to say so.

[WalshFan88]

The live shows are ridiculously Joe-heavy. No offence to Joe fans but they're not even Eagles songs or even great songs.


It's one thing to say that they are not even Eagles songs, but to say that they aren't great is simply ridiculous... Of course Joe's fans would take insult to it, and rightly so.

[cynd1231]

SilverMoon, don't get me wrong please, I mean absolutely no disrespect to Don Felder. He was a valid, viable, vital contributor during his tenure and in spite of the fall-out I think he largely responsible for continued fallout because he can't seem to let it go. I can certainly understand him taking legal action in the heat of the moment and that, by itself, sealed his fate as far as any future interaction with the band (which IS really sad -- I would have loved to see him be a part of this History tour). But O'Rourke stated a bit further down in his article "Instead, Schmidt is heading down the path of Don Felder, the Eagles guitarist who was plucked and deposed in 2001 after losing a power struggle with Henley and Frey." The implication was that Timothy was also engaged in a similar spat with Don and Glenn. Again, it goes back to good versus bad journalism because he didn't take the time to consider how the statement could be interpreted. A good journalist will paraphrase the expression "Possession is 9/10ths of the law" to "Phrasing, word choice and fact are 9/10th of an accurate story." The remaining tenth is impartiality and IMO O'Rourke fell short. When I was working for the newspaper back in Ohio, as a reminder we all had little signs on our desks that said "NEVER ASSUME ANYTHING...". I'm sure you know the rest of the phrase.

Reading the entire write-up you realize The Journal had sent the wrong guy because he didn't have a lot of positive things to say about ANY of the shows he saw. Might I add that in his review of The Doobies he states "Patrick Simmons was a last-day entrant, but he snatched the 'Outdated Hair' award away from Schmidt" and his biggest compliment came in the summary, "The verdict: The distinction is slim, but clear. If you like hearing the familiar songs you grew up with, the Eagles were the best. If you like musicianship, the Doobie Brothers were."

Yes, it is a review and yes, it is a personal opinion. But again, O'Rourke failed miserably by omitting the phrase "in this reports' opinion" and the paper failed by not including the disclaimer. I realize that I'm splitting hairs but it's the journalist in me taking exception. This was NOT a review, it was a critique -- and O'Rourke pulled out all the stops with no caveats.

And lastly, to further support my claim that The Journal sent the wrong guy to cover the shows, O'Rourke was the SPORTS EDITOR. When he headed to The Pit for the Eagles concert, he probably thought he was on his was to a UNM basketball game.

[bluefeather]

I noticed O'Rourke got several things wrong, the bit about ICTW being Felder's specialty was very odd and I think it's lousy to compare Felder and Timothy because they obviously had quite different roles in the band. It's also very stupid to say " I shouldn't say anything bad" and then write an insulting review. For example making a mean joke about Timothy's hair is just cheap. Concerning Timothy's voice I'd say his is my favorite but probably not the best though I like to think that for some people his is the best. I also agree with Mary about people trying to put Don and Glenn down by overly complimenting Joe or Tim. This brings me to the matter of Joe again.:huh: As I've said before I could do with less Joe songs but I don't think whining about it is very useful because it's apparent how big a hit Joe is. As far as reviews go(from what I've read) I find it annoying that reviewers either praise Joe unnecessarily loudly to my taste or put him down which both IMO show lack of perspective. Don and Glenn are the best Eagles have to offer(even if they might be "opinionated pricks":laugh:) and I'd like reviewers to understand that. Their songs made the band and I can understand people not liking Joe's rough rockers or Timothy's playing/ singing after Bernie's and Randy's softer more country approach in the early days. These are just matters of taste and one is not worse than other as everyone is entitled to have their own.

[UndertheWire]

Don Henley underused? I don’t think so!
It's hard to believe, but back in the early days (eg 1973/4), he only sang one or two songs per show and it was only due to Geffen's intervention that he got a second lead vocal on the first album. I think that all changed when "Best of of My Love" became their first #1.

In just two concerts, I've heard Timothy be the best singer in the band and the worst. At least with four lead singers, there's a good chance that some of them will be on good form on any particular night.

[MaryCalifornia]

At least with four lead singers, there's a good chance that some of them will be on good form on any particular night.

This is true. Especially when they're 67 and are in the middle of a very long tour and one has had surgery on his throat. Off nights are to be expected, even for for even the most technically strong, virtuoso singers in the most ideal circumstances. Our guys sing even when they're sick and they know it won't be their best.

[secret squirrel]

I was living in Albuquerque and AT The Pit on June 4, 2002 and I can tell you that the review was totally off the mark. In fact, when it hit the newsstand I wrote O'Rourke a not-too-pleasant letter suggesting that he was either drunk or sleeping during most of the show - or possibly he only THOUGHT he was at The Pit! Having been at that concert, I took particular exception to almost everything he wrote! His derogatory remarks about Timothy, especially that he was "heading down the path of Don Felder" really raised my hackles. The suggestion that Timothy would engage in a 'power struggle' was beyond my comprehension and I remember telling O'Rourke in no uncertain terms that if he was going to comment on behind-the-scenes issues among the band members, he'd better do his homework and be darned sure of his facts before committing a statement like that to print.

Cynd, Love your avi!

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[secret squirrel]

I don't think that Timothy has the best voice in the band. I do see it regularly written from reviewers and fans on social media. I think the main reason for that stated opinion is simply because people like him and are intrigued by him, and at Eagles shows they get such a very small glimpse of him as a singer - they want more. And, they like his two songs. Maybe he is the "favorite" voice for some, as opposed to technically the best. He doesn't carry the same baggage that Don and Glenn do as far as people disliking him or having a negative reputation (I don't know how else to say this, you know what I mean), and I think many people are always looking for a way to put down Don and Glenn, so they just say TBS sings better. These are the same people who think Joe and his solo songs are overexposed in Eagles' shows. If Timothy had to carry the same lead vocal load as Don, I don't know that people would say he has the best voice. I think he has an interesting voice that people like, but it's silly to put anyone up against Henley or Glenn on the original recordings that made the Eagles famous (and now). My two cents.


Totally agree, MC.

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[UndertheWire]

I think part of it is that Timothy has been there playing bass and singing background for half the show and then he sings lead on ICTYW and it's "Where did that come from?" He's too good to be just a background singer but that's the nature of the band.

[bluefeather]

agreed UTW but being the bassist and harmony singer is what he's comfortable with so probably no use messing with that and we can also appreciate the fact that he is capable of singing harmonies on all kinds of songs with all kinds of people so that's where his strong suit is

[SilverMoon]

I noticed O'Rourke got several things wrong, the bit about ICTW being Felder's specialty was very odd and I think it's lousy to compare Felder and Timothy because they obviously had quite different roles in the band. It's also very stupid to say " I shouldn't say anything bad" and then write an insulting review. For example making a mean joke about Timothy's hair is just cheap. Concerning Timothy's voice I'd say his is my favorite but probably not the best though I like to think that for some people his is the best. I also agree with Mary about people trying to put Don and Glenn down by overly complimenting Joe or Tim. This brings me to the matter of Joe again.:huh: As I've said before I could do with less Joe songs but I don't think whining about it is very useful because it's apparent how big a hit Joe is. As far as reviews go(from what I've read) I find it annoying that reviewers either praise Joe unnecessarily loudly to my taste or put him down which both IMO show lack of perspective. Don and Glenn are the best Eagles have to offer(even if they might be "opinionated pricks":laugh:) and I'd like reviewers to understand that. Their songs made the band and I can understand people not liking Joe's rough rockers or Timothy's playing/ singing after Bernie's and Randy's softer more country approach in the early days. These are just matters of taste and one is not worse than other as everyone is entitled to have their own.
I think that when someone praises Timothy or Joe, they usually mean it. I don’t think they do it to belittle Don Henley and Glenn.

Personally, I love Joe. He’s a valuable asset to the band because besides being one of the greatest guitarists in rock history, he’s a great entertainer.

As for Timothy, he often gets dismissed as a singer who mostly appeals to women and has little to offer beyond sappy songs. I think most of his songs are sweet, not sappy. “I Can’t Tell You Why” is a soulful song and a hard one to sing for a man. Timothy has a unique voice and is an outstanding singer. He's often praised for his voice, but he’s still underrated, sometimes even by his own fans.

[bluefeather]

I like Timothy and Joe the most as personalities but respect Don and Glenn the most as musicians and songwriter. I believe most of the praise Tim and Joe get is genuine. It's just that some people are simply stupid and over do it or use it against Don or Glenn. Same applies to Felder as well.

[Roey]

Each band member has different talents and roles. I don't think you can say who has the best voice.Like all of us, some nights they are more on top of their game and some not so much (not really).

To me, Timothy's voice is very ethereal. The gentleness of songs like ICTYW, his smile and the sensual way he plays the guitar are some of the reasons he is the favorite of so many women (my self included!). I see how many accomplished musicians, many of whom included TBS in their recordings and concerts, admire his talents. Just look at the clip of Brian Wilson's reaction to TBS' singing. TBS can surprise you as in "White Boy from Sacramento", a fun sing along song.

Glenn's voice has a similar effect. When he sings, it seems to come from his heart. I think he is a great song writer. His humor adds warmth and fun to the show. Another favorite of mine. People are critical of his leadership style but aren't we all very happy with the results?

Joe is an amazing guitar player and adds energy. His voice is unique. When he takes the lead he seems to really enjoy his time in the spotlight. I'm from Jersey, he's from Jersey..I like him..Does anyone know if Joe ever played with Bruce Springsteen?

Don's raspy voice adds depth and power to songs. Personality wise, he can be a little intimidating.

As I have said before , the whole package is magical.

I am really enjoying all the video's, pictures and stories on this site.Thanks for all of your efforts. It rekindled my enthusiasim for the Eagles (which can be expensive!). I will be at the Anaheim and San Diego concerts. So excited!!!

[MaryCalifornia]

Hi everyone, not a dead sexy TBS pic, but my contribution for the day! Says here Timothy will play with Poco in the Colorado Music Hall of Fame Induction ceremony in Denver on Jan. 9! We shall see. I also put it in the pre-anticipation thread. I am going to hit up the PR peeps in that organization and see if we can get video.

http://m.bizjournals.com/denver/blog/cultural_attache/2014/11/newest-inductees-named-for-colorado-music-hall-of.html?r=full

Edit: OK, here's a pic! Young Tim on their home page - http://cmhof.org/

Edit: The organization does not list Timothy as one of the performers. I will check with them.

[Brooke]

Cool pictures!

I hope Tim can make it!

[secret squirrel]

Here's something from years ago but had some facts I didn't know:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ragogna/emexpandoem-a-conversatio_b_1180328.html

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[secret squirrel]

Two short pieces re TBS joining Poco for Colorado Hall of Fame in January:

http://hub.contactmusic.com/story/eagles-star-to-join-ex-bandmates-at-hall-of-fame-induction_4516624


http://ultimateclassicrock.com/timothy-b-schmit-colorado-music-hall-of-fame/

Christmas board theme rocks!

Merry Christmas, everyone!

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/glenn-frey-cowboy-casanova.html

[tjh532]

Thanks SS for posting those, glad to hear that he will definitely be joining them for that. Now let's keep our fingers crossed for some video.......

[MaryCalifornia]

YES, video! Merry Christmas/Hanukkah, my Border friends!!!

[Funk 50]

It's going to be interesting to see the Poco band dynamics in January.

I think Tim's probably the most successful ex-Poco member, maybe it's Randy Miesner, but when they were in the band, Richie Furey, Jim Messina and Paul Cotton would sing more songs and have a higher profile. Plus there is Rusty Young who must now be the band leader. Tim's replacement Jack Sundrud, has been in Poco a lot longer than Tim.

I remember when Randy rejoined Poco for a short time.. They'd perform Take It To The Limit as part of a medley.:sad: I hope Tim gets a decent spotlight moment.

I can't figure out how the golden era of Poco appears to be the time when they were all leaving because the band weren't successful enough. I'm sure they're worthy of the honour though.

[MaryCalifornia]

Haha, yeah, if "success" is defined by financial earnings, industry prominence and amount of work from 1969-2015, I think it's fairly safe to say that Timothy B. Schmit has gone on to be by far the most successful of all of the many members of Poco. I'm guessing they'll do a medley that features each member in attendance appropriately - TBS will sing KOT.

[MaryCalifornia]

Gotta love this article about the Poco induction - it includes our favorite video of Rose of Cimarron!!

http://www.noise11.com/news/poco-to-reform-for-induction-20141226

[Funk 50]

Thanks for posting the link with the Rose Of Cimarron clip MaryCalifornia. It's the best Poco track in my humble opinion. It'll be great if they perform that next month.

I could never work out if Tim was lead singer or not so I'm delighted to see the clip. I guess it's Tim on harmonica too at the end. I've always thought the big strings at the end spoiled it a bit, especially the 6 minute odd version.

Isn't that Al Garth on harmonica (a bit) and violin? Brilliant on Glenn's Somebody Else and Let's Go Home, not so good on the Eagles HFO tour (again mho). (Ernie Watts and Jim Horn share the sax duties on The One You Love)

[bluefeather]

Rose of Cimerron:inlove:

[tjh532]

Rose of Cimarron is my favorite too. And Mary, I would agree that Timothy is by far the most successful ex-member of the band. That's why most of the articles about the induction feature the fact that he will be there. After all, he is a member of the band that had the highest tour earnings of 2014.

[MaryCalifornia]

My pleasure! Timothy sings lead on many Poco songs.

He is their "big get," when they can get him, TJH is right, that's why these articles are coming out. As the chairman of the Colorado HoF says, he is gracious to make this appearance, it's not like he just shows up for the ceremony. He will have to travel to CO I'm guessing for at least 3-4 days for rehearsals with whatever lineup ends up appearing. That's a good chunk of his personal time before going Down Under with the Eagles.

[Brooke]

I love Rose of Cimarron too! Just beautiful!

[Houston Baby]

Sure wish I could go! :-(

[sodascouts]

RoC gives me chills, especially the ending. LOVE.

I bet this event will be amazing!

[Roey]

Loved the video Mary. I vaguely remember one interview where Timothy said he doesn't normally like to look back but that he would be attending a Poco reunion gig because of his admiration for George Grantham and George's perseverance to recover from a stroke.

Can you imagine the fun and magical moments that could occur when this group gets together? Hope thereare lots of videos from the event and backstage.

HH, wish I could go too. We need a lottery winner among this group.:)

[zeldabjr]

OMG...how awesome would it be to go to this show?!!!...I hope Timothy has a blast there!!...

[gpirvine]

Yay! There's a new tweet from Timothy today!

[bluefeather]

what tweet?

[tjh532]

It was a thank you to the Feed the Fire group for a donation they made on his behalf to the Pets for Vets program.

[sodascouts]

How sweet of him!

[bluefeather]

nice of him indeed:grin:

[Ive always been a dreamer]

:yay: for the Feed the Fire group for making the donation and :yay: for Timothy for recognizing them!

[secret squirrel]

TBS mentioned in this interview with Burton Cummings.
http://www.glidemagazine.com/129556/burton-cummings/
but here's the text for those of us too lazy to follow a link.

What is your favorite memory of playing with Ringo?
Oh how about the whole ten months (laughs). It was great. You know what the wonderful thing about that was? What a band we had. On guitar we had Todd Rundgren, Nils Lofgren, Dave Edmonds and Joe Walsh; on bass we had Timothy Schmit from the Eagles; on drums we had Ringo and his son Zak; and on keyboards we had me. We had eight singers, two drummers, four guitar players. That was just remarkable. Ringo was very nice. Timothy Schmit and I were the two young guys and we turned into like eight year old girls meeting ‘NSync, you know (laughs). We were full of questions, “Hey Ringo, can you tell us more about the Abbey Road album? Hey Ringo, what about the Sgt Pepper album? Hey Ringo, Hey Ringo” (laughs). And he never ever told us to shut up or get lost. He was always very patient with us, especially Timothy and me, cause we were the two young guys and maybe we were a little more enamored by being with a Beatle.


SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/ (http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/glenn-frey-cowboy-casanova.html)

[sodascouts]

Cute story!

[tjh532]

Aww, very sweet!

[SilverMoon]

TBS mentioned in this interview with Burton Cummings.
http://www.glidemagazine.com/129556/burton-cummings/
but here's the text for those of us too lazy to follow a link.

What is your favorite memory of playing with Ringo?
Oh how about the whole ten months (laughs). It was great. You know what the wonderful thing about that was? What a band we had. On guitar we had Todd Rundgren, Nils Lofgren, Dave Edmonds and Joe Walsh; on bass we had Timothy Schmit from the Eagles; on drums we had Ringo and his son Zak; and on keyboards we had me. We had eight singers, two drummers, four guitar players. That was just remarkable. Ringo was very nice. Timothy Schmit and I were the two young guys and we turned into like eight year old girls meeting ‘NSync, you know (laughs). We were full of questions, “Hey Ringo, can you tell us more about the Abbey Road album? Hey Ringo, what about the Sgt Pepper album? Hey Ringo, Hey Ringo” (laughs). And he never ever told us to shut up or get lost. He was always very patient with us, especially Timothy and me, cause we were the two young guys and maybe we were a little more enamored by being with a Beatle.


SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/ (http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2014/11/glenn-frey-cowboy-casanova.html)
Funny! Thanks for posting that, SS. I love Burton Cummings. He’s a great singer, musician and songwriter.

[zeldabjr]

I can only imagine how excited Timothy was when Ringo asked him to be in the band!

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Poor Timothy! Had to find a different ride to the concert last spring...

http://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/courts/district-court/eagles-chauffeur-ordered-to-pay-up-for-driving-unregistered-limo-1.2114260

[MaryCalifornia]

Thanks, VA, I got a couple of alerts about this, it seems to be making the rounds in Ireland!

So, do we think the cops got sweet, quiet, understanding Timothy or annoyed, impatient Timothy? Guess it depends on if they made him late!

I do not like the sound of the cops getting a "tip" about this company transporting the Eagles and then setting up some sort of trap...why would you stop a black sedan, knowing it has a star in the back and is on the way to the venue, rather than wait until it is leaving the venue, or stop it as it goes into the driveway/parking lot? Especially since TBS has connections with and spends leisure time in the country, this whole thing sounds shady. The cop probably wanted to drive him.

[No offense to GA, DD, etc!!!! I'd like them to chime in!]

[secret squirrel]

Received this on a Google alert. TBS's original band.

http://www.discogs.com/Glad-4-Feat-Timothy-B-Schmit-Feelin-Glad/release/6810091

Anybody heard anything by them?

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/shakey-graves-are-you-trick-or-are-you.html

[SilverAcidRayne]

Poor Timothy! Had to find a different ride to the concert last spring...

http://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/courts/district-court/eagles-chauffeur-ordered-to-pay-up-for-driving-unregistered-limo-1.2114260

oh wow... i'm sure he was a bit on edge for sure

[tjh532]

Received this on a Google alert. TBS's original band.

http://www.discogs.com/Glad-4-Feat-Timothy-B-Schmit-Feelin-Glad/release/6810091

Anybody heard anything by them?

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/shakey-graves-are-you-trick-or-are-you.html

That is an awesome find SS! I love that it is listed as Psychedelic Rock :grooving:

[sodascouts]

I've heard it. It's not bad!

Found this one on YouTube (just audio):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K21mEYxpg8

[MaryCalifornia]

Thanks, SS and Soda! Timothy was a good singer! I mean, obviously, but I wonder if he had had any lessons by this point, I doubt it.

[tjh532]

Thanks, SS and Soda! Timothy was a good singer! I mean, obviously, but I wonder if he had had any lessons by this point, I doubt it.

If I remember correctly, Timothy hadn't had any lessons or vocal training until the accident with the surfboard.

[tjh532]

I've heard it. It's not bad!

Found this one on YouTube (just audio):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K21mEYxpg8

Great find Soda! And Mary - I totally agree - he sounds great!

[bluefeather]

surprisingly good knowing how green he was at the time:thumbsup:

[MaryCalifornia]

Here is 17-18 year-old Timothy singing an unreleased Beatles Song. I know this isn't the right thread for this but we're having so much fun! If I can find a Tim, Tom and Ron/Contenders/New Breed/Glad thread we can move them, or create a new thread.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMbKPK3xKQQ

[Freypower]

Why not just put it in the Tim Videos on YouTube thread? I can't do it for you or I would.

[MaryCalifornia]

That thread is called "Timothy's videos on YouTube and other sites." These aren't Timothy videos, they're just audio, and the easiest medium for us to quickly find and share his old songs just happens to be on YouTube, so I think a thread dedicated to his pre-Poco lead singing is in order, which would be where we can hear his old songs, and which I would be happy to create over the weekend if others think it's worth it.

I just saw the "Glenn Frey on Miami Vice" thread and it made me think we should also make a thread dedicated to Timothy's "acting career." We can get the Throb shows from his YouTube thread, the Scenes from the Goldmine thread, and we could include Jean's feature film debut, too. What do we think?

We could also have a "Timothy Accepting Music Awards" thread, but this may be going overboard.

[tjh532]

I would enjoy all those threads :thumbsup:

[bluefeather]

so would I Mary:thumbsup::partytime:

[VAisForEagleLovers]

An article about Toto that mentions Timothy:

http://somethingelsereviews.com/2015/04/08/toto-toto-iv-steve-lukather-david-paich/

[TimFan222]

I would really enjoy a thread like this as well.

[secret squirrel]

Here's a piece on TBS's bass. I didn't realise it was made to his specifications.

https://reverb.com/item/655974-carvin-timothy-b-schmit-tobacco-burst

Fine-looking instrument.

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/shakey-graves-are-you-trick-or-are-you.html

[sodascouts]

Only the best!

[MaryCalifornia]

Very fine looking, SS. Thanks for finding and posting. I wonder how much it is? And, I also wonder what TBS's playing style is. Well, I guess I can see his style by watching him all the time, but I don't know the correct music terminology to describe how he uses his right hand.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Yep - that is quite a handsome instrument (the guitar, I mean)! The similar basses at the bottom of that page are listed in the $800 - $900 range. And I don't think I've ever heard a name for Timothy's playing style other than HOT. However, I don't believe that's a technical musical term! :partytime:

[MaryCalifornia]

Yeah! It's the "I-Like-Everything-About-It" style! It's cool he has his own line with Carvin.

[bluefeather]

[QUOTE I don't think I've ever heard a name for Timothy's playing style other than HOT. However, I don't believe that's a technical musical term! :partytime:[/QUOTE]

:hilarious: Yeah it's definitely HOT how he strokes those strings

[secret squirrel]

TBS received an honorary degree:

http://newzcard.com/card/lEqx9g/timothy-schmit-of-the-eagles-receives-an-honorary-doctor-of-music-degree-from-berklee-president-roger

SS
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http://secretsquirrelreviews.blogspot.co.uk/2015/04/movie-joy-division.html

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Yeah - ss. This is from back in 2012 when the band was honored by Berklee College of Music. Here is a link to the thread where it is discussed ...

https://www.eaglesonlinecentral.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3677&highlight=berklee

[bluefeather]

:hilarious::hilarious::hilarious:those hats and gowns, poor guys probably felt a little silly in those

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Timothy gets a mention in this blog article about Steely Dan's Aja.

http://www.avclub.com/article/music-industry-plays-itself-2015-rock-and-roll-hal-218295

[MaryCalifornia]

Is that the right link, VA? I just read a really long article about the R&RHoF ceremony!:hilarious:

[bluefeather]

where's the Aja-article?

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Sorry!! Here it is! Thanks for letting me know...

http://www.independentmail.com/your-hometown/fun/music/fun-needle-in-a-playstack_33371477

[tjh532]

You can't read the article if you aren't a subscriber. Anyone want to tell us what it says?

[secret squirrel]

Article re Kingston Trio. Implies TBS will be involved - just his music or will he actually be present?

http://www.scpr.org/events/2015/06/21/1739/the-kingston-trio-live-in-concert-featuring-foundi/

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Article re Kingston Trio. Implies TBS will be involved - just his music or will he actually be present?

http://www.scpr.org/events/2015/06/21/1739/the-kingston-trio-live-in-concert-featuring-foundi/

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

I assumed he will actually be present, so I put it in the Pre-concert Anticipation forum:


On Sunday, June 21 and Monday, June 22 at The Avalon Hollywood, public television producers will record a new special celebrating the legacy of The Kingston Trio with performances by the current Trio and guests including musical contemporaries and artists influenced by their groundbreaking sound.

https://eaglesonlinecentral.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5749

[SilverMoon]

This guy tweeted this about two weeks ago:

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y502/SilverMoon333/TF/11_zps2uomyu9v.jpeg

I agree with him! I find the way Timothy pronounces the word “night” on "I Can't Tell You Why" extremely sensual. I also find the way he says “just hold on tight” during the second verse of the song to be particularly sensual. Well, heck, I love how he says ANYTHING!

[VAisForEagleLovers]

This guy tweeted this about two weeks ago:

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y502/SilverMoon333/TF/11_zps2uomyu9v.jpeg

I agree with him! I find the way Timothy pronounces the word “night” on "I Can't Tell You Why" extremely sensual. I also find the way he says “just hold on tight” during the second verse of the song to be particularly sensual. Well, heck, I love how he says ANYTHING!

I've always liked it, too! I remember us walking around singing it, trying to emulate it.

[zeldabjr]

anyone know who this Ted Ganzell is? I've never heard of him...but I agree with him...and with you too SM...love the way he says anything...and everything...

[SilverMoon]

anyone know who this Ted Ganzell is? I've never heard of him...but I agree with him...and with you too SM...love the way he says anything...and everything...
Zelda, the guy is just a Twitter user, not a celebrity. I posted his tweet because I liked it. :)

[WKMB55]

There is a picture of Timothy practicing for the Kingston Trio event posted on their Facebook page.

[sodascouts]

Thanks for the heads-up!

[MaryCalifornia]

I can't find it :-(

[zeldabjr]

here it is...http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh572/zeldabjr/11011965_10153520387705864_3973739973387542466_n_z pshgf4t9ec.jpg

[AlreadyGone95]

Nice! I can't wait for the airing next year!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Love it! Tim looks like a spring chicken there - just sayin'! :thumbsup:

[secret squirrel]

This guy tweeted this about two weeks ago:

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y502/SilverMoon333/TF/11_zps2uomyu9v.jpeg

I agree with him! I find the way Timothy pronounces the word “night” on "I Can't Tell You Why" extremely sensual. I also find the way he says “just hold on tight” during the second verse of the song to be particularly sensual. Well, heck, I love how he says ANYTHING!

ok - great excuse to listen to the song again.

got this in a google alert - i know it's not new (from when expando came out) but does it rile anyone else that they always spell his name wrong? how hard is it to check that if you're doing an article on someone?

https://www.flickr.com/photos/abcnewsradio/4038411569

ss
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

[Brooke]

ok - great excuse to listen to the song again.

got this in a google alert - i know it's not new (from when expando came out) but does it rile anyone else that they always spell his name wrong? how hard is it to check that if you're doing an article on someone?

https://www.flickr.com/photos/abcnewsradio/4038411569

ss
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

RARELY do they ever spell it right! It's been commented on many times here! And yes, you would think competent reporters would do their homework! :roll:

[NOLA]

Agree, SS and Brooke! Timothy is a legendary bassist, not a brewery! :(

[secret squirrel]

Agree, SS and Brooke! Timothy is a legendary bassist, not a brewery! :(

They do it with Glenn too. Glenn Fry or Frye or they get his Christian name wrong. Glen Frey. AARGH!

Not sure what this is but there's a blurry pic of TBS signing something.

http://www.68baojie.com/ronda/ronda-meets-timothy-b-schmit.html

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

[Funk 50]

I've visited the Ascap website; https://www.ascap.com/Home/ace-title-search/index.aspx ( I don't know how to post a direct link to artist's pages) to double check the info that Timothy was a co-writer, with Don Henley, Steuart Smith and Stan Lynch, on Waiting Tables, one of my favourite tracks on Henley's new album Cass County.

I discovered a handful of unreleased titles, including some more co-written with Stan Lynch. If they're anywhere near as good as Waiting Tables, Tim fans are in for a treat when they are released.

I put - SCHMIT TIMOTHY B - in the writers search engine.

A couple of examples are; WHEN ALL THE WORLD WAS YOUNG, GARDEN WALL & COVER YOU WITH LOVE

[LuvTim]

Thanks, Funk 50. :-)

[bluefeather]

oooh nice:partytime:

[tjh532]

Thanks Funk! I'm headed over there to check it out :)

[secret squirrel]

TBS is mentioned in this article about Robbin Thompson:

http://www.richmond.com/news/local/city-of-richmond/article_e1885ec5-47ba-5f01-bc46-a3a7ebb4e772.html

SS
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http://pistoriusontrial.blogspot.co.uk/2015/10/the-truth-about-pistorius-trial-why.html

[LuvTim]

TBS is mentioned in this article about Robbin Thompson:

http://www.richmond.com/news/local/city-of-richmond/article_e1885ec5-47ba-5f01-bc46-a3a7ebb4e772.html

SS
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http://pistoriusontrial.blogspot.co.uk/2015/10/the-truth-about-pistorius-trial-why.html

Hey, SS, thanks for this. So sorry about Mr. Thompson's passing. Sad, indeed.

Did you notice young Timothy in the photo of Robbin, and all, at the sound board which accompanied the article?!!?

[secret squirrel]

Hey, SS, thanks for this. So sorry about Mr. Thompson's passing. Sad, indeed.

Did you notice young Timothy in the photo of Robbin, and all, at the sound board which accompanied the article?!!?

No - thanx 4 pointing this out.

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/kick-em-when-theyre-up-backlash.html

[Funk 50]

As it's Tim's birthday I revisited Timothy's pages on the Ascap and BMI sites;

https://www.ascap.com/Home/ace-title-search/index.aspx
(writers: SCHMIT TIMOTHY B)

http://repertoire.bmi.com/startpage.asp
(Artist: SCHMIT TIMOTHY B)
(You have to click on a song then click on Timothy's link from the writer's credits)

There are a lot of unreleased titles. Ascap has the Stan Lynch collaborations, BMI has titles, Tim's written with teams he's worked with in the past, such as Josh Leo and Vince Melamed and Mark Hudson's crew, plus some acts I'm unaware of, like Maia Sharp and Mulberry Lane.

I'm wondering if a TBS Anthology is in the works.

BMI also list Jimmy Buffet's, Desperation Samba (Halloween In Tijuana) as a co-write with Timothy.
As it's Halloween, here's a YouTube link. Sounds like Tim on BVs. :wink:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBxm2kCZObg

[secret squirrel]

TBS mentioned in this article. Cover of an old Poco song.

http://www.wideopencountry.com/wynonnas-new-album-feature-duet-jason-isbell/

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

[Topkat]

Thanks SS. "I Can See Everything" is a beautiful song Tim did with Poco :heart:

[secret squirrel]

Thanks SS. "I Can See Everything" is a beautiful song Tim did with Poco :heart:

Agree. It's such a pretty tune.

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

[MaryCalifornia]

Here's a random mention from Olympic figure skater Scott Hamilton! Paragraph 10...

http://www.avclub.com/article/scott-hamilton-figure-skating-digging-graves-and-h-228092

[tjh532]

Nice! Scott Hamilton is a class guy :)

[SilverMoon]

TBS is mentioned in this article about Robbin Thompson:

http://www.richmond.com/news/local/city-of-richmond/article_e1885ec5-47ba-5f01-bc46-a3a7ebb4e772.html
I was so sad to hear about Robbin Thompson’s passing. He was a nice guy by all accounts. R.I.P., Robbin.

Thanks for posting the article, SS.



Did you notice young Timothy in the photo of Robbin, and all, at the sound board which accompanied the article?!!?
I had never seen that photo, LT. It’s a nice one. According to the caption, it’s from 1985, so Timothy is about 38 in it.

Timothy and Robbin Thompson were friends. Together they wrote Poco’s song "Find Out in Time." This is a photo of them from the ‘70s:

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y502/SilverMoon333/Album%20x/211_zps5hxpp3cx.jpg

[LuvTim]

Thanks for posting the photo above, SM.

What a lovely photo of two sweethearts. :heart::heart:

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Love that picture of Robbin and Tim. Tim is 38 going on 18 in that picture. BTW, Robbin hails from my hometown - Richmond, Virginia, and, of course, is a local hero around here. Earlier this year, prior to his passing, a proclamation was passed making Robbin's hit song, Sweet Virginia Breeze, our second official state song.

R.I.P. Robbin.

[MaryCalifornia]

Well, we know that Timothy was in LA on December 5!

http://www.people.com/article/carol-leifer-lori-wolf-wedding-photo

I have never heard of these people. Impressive guest list, though!

[zeldabjr]

Well, we know that Timothy was in LA on December 5!

http://www.people.com/article/carol-leifer-lori-wolf-wedding-photo

I have never heard of these people. Impressive guest list, though!

Carol is a comedienne...never heard of her wife though...I think there's a back stage pic somewhere of Carol with Timothy from one of the Eagles shows this year..

[SilverMoon]

Carol is a comedienne...never heard of her wife though...I think there's a back stage pic somewhere of Carol with Timothy from one of the Eagles shows this year..
The picture was posted by me in the Schmit Sexiness thread in June. It’s in post #1232.

https://www.eaglesonlinecentral.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4451&page=124

I’ll post it here as well:

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y502/SilverMoon333/Album%20x/175_zpsfoigwmwg.jpg

[LuvTim]

The picture was posted by me in the Schmit Sexiness thread in June. It’s in post #1232.

https://www.eaglesonlinecentral.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4451&page=124

I’ll post it here as well:

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y502/SilverMoon333/Album%20x/175_zpsfoigwmwg.jpg
I really like Carol Leifer. She's written for the best of Hollywood, including Jerry Seinfeld. I read her book, When You Lie About Your Age The Terrorists Win. I recommend it. She's a riot, and yet she has such "heart." :heart:
I'm curious, do you know the connection that ties Timothy to Carol?

[AlreadyGone95]

Well, we know that Timothy was in LA on December 5!

http://www.people.com/article/carol-leifer-lori-wolf-wedding-photo

I have never heard of these people. Impressive guest list, though!

Nice to hear that Timothy was out and about!

[SilverMoon]

I really like Carol Leifer. She's written for the best of Hollywood, including Jerry Seinfeld. I read her book, When You Lie About Your Age The Terrorists Win. I recommend it. She's a riot, and yet she has such "heart." :heart:
I'm curious, do you know the connection that ties Timothy to Carol?
I think Timothy and Carol are friends, but I have no idea how they came to be!

By the way, Paul Reiser, who was among the guests at Carol’s wedding, is an ex-boyfriend of hers.

[LuvTim]

I think Timothy and Carol are friends, but I have no idea how they came to be!

By the way, Paul Reiser, who was among the guests at Carol’s wedding, is an ex-boyfriend of hers.

Interesting...thanks, SM. :smile:

[secret squirrel]

Don't know if this has come up in collaboration thread ...

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/flashback-watch-the-judds-roar-through-a-live-have-mercy-20151228

SS
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http://sshh-sshh.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/the-best-bond-theme-that-never-was-rise.html

[MaryCalifornia]

Thanks, SS! Yes, we discussed it in that thread. He wrote the song! I don't know if her album is out yet or what, I'll see if I can find the song somewhere.

ETA: Aaaah, the album doesn't come out until Feb 12 but she starts touring Jan. 21, maybe there'll be some youtube video of the song. We will ask WalshFan to find it!

[MaryCalifornia]

Ooooh, I wonder if the $250 VIP ticket gets you into cocktail hour with Timothy??!! Hmmmm...

https://www.arflife.org/arf-events/833/stars-to-the-rescue

[Ive always been a dreamer]

WOW MC!!! It's certainly a possibility and definitely worth checking out. How awesome would that be! :hmm:

[LuvTim]

Oh I just want to weep. PLease get me to Walnut Creek.... omg...!!!!
LOL...

[tjh532]

Go for it MC! That would be awesome!

[NightMistBlue]

How cool that Mr. Timothy is involved with this - sounds like a great organization.

[LuvTim]

How cool that Mr. Timothy is involved with this - sounds like a great organization.

Isn't it, though? :heart:
He's so cool.

[LuvTim]

Ooooh, I wonder if the $250 VIP ticket gets you into cocktail hour with Timothy??!! Hmmmm...

https://www.arflife.org/arf-events/833/stars-to-the-rescue

MC, if you make it up there, I want to hear all about it!! Good luck!:thumbsup:

[TimFan222]

I saw him a couple of years ago at one of these when Tony LaRussa was still involved with St. Louis. I found out about it several days before the event therefore did not know about VIP. I often wondered if I could have met him if I had known
It was a great show. Timothy sang several songs from Expando and ICTYW as well as Keep on trying. I think he only sang 5or6songs. These shows have many different acts but each one has only a small allotted time.
But still got to see Timothy so all was good with the world that night!!!!

These show are well worth going to. I have been to several and would recommend going.

[sad-cafe]

I hadn't heard anything about my Timothy B. I am sure he is just heartbroken

[tjh532]

SC - I wondered the same thing - has he made a statement about Glen's passing?

[SilverAcidRayne]

I haven't heard anything....

[sad-cafe]

such a sweet quiet man.

I am sure he is devastated

[sad-cafe]

doesn't he also live in NY?

I wonder how much time he -and all the guys really- spent time with Glenn in those final days at the hospital

[Freypower]

This may sound harsh, but the last time Bernie saw Glenn was after the last show in July. I don't know, of course, but it may well have also been the last time his other bandmates saw him too. The reality is that they didn't hang out together very much.

[tjh532]

doesn't he also live in NY?

I wonder how much time he -and all the guys really- spent time with Glenn in those final days at the hospital

He lives in California, but does own an apt in NYC.

[Roey]

I know Timothy was in NY in December. My sister and I were at a Steely Dan concert at the Beacon. After the concert, as we were leaving, we saw Timothy and his daughter sitting about 6 rows behind us. We were stunned and thrilled to see him and wondered why he was in the audience and not on stage or backstage with the band. He stared straight ahead and looked very serious. Knowing what we know now, maybe it was sadness.

Either people did not recognize him or they were respectful and did not bother him because we did not see anyone approach him. I thought his daughter glanced over in our direction so I gave a little wave hoping Timothy would look our way. I was just going to smile and give him a thumbs up but he never looked our way.

Knowing now that I will never see another Eagles concert, I wished I had just leaned into the row and thanked him for the great music and performances.

[sad-cafe]

after reading that all I can think of is this:

"I'm an Eagle when its time to be an Eagle

I go to the grocery store-I did the dishes"

he was at that concert to be in the audience - just a normal person that wanted to enjoy music

[sad-cafe]

I hope he comes out soon and does something. I just need to see him. I am sure he will be like Joe. Trying to carry on but you will be able to see the sorrow

[anne_m]

Has Timothy said anything about Glenn's passing? I really like Tim...seems like a humble guy =]

[MaryCalifornia]

Here is an article about Timothy's song on Wynonna's album - what I want to know is how did she choose THIS song from 1973?? Guess she just likes it...I like NPR describing him as "ethereal." That's Jean's role in This is Spinal Tap - Ethereal Fan.

"Timothy B. Schmit, the most ethereal member of The Eagles, joins for a sparkling duet in "I Can See Everything," a song he wrote in 1973 as a member of Poco. "

http://www.npr.org/2016/02/03/465278085/first-listen-wynonna-the-big-noise-wynonna-the-big-noise

[tjh532]

Here is an article about Timothy's song on Wynonna's album - what I want to know is how did she choose THIS song from 1973?? Guess she just likes it...I like NPR describing him as "ethereal." That's Jean's role in This is Spinal Tap - Ethereal Fan.

"Timothy B. Schmit, the most ethereal member of The Eagles, joins for a sparkling duet in "I Can See Everything," a song he wrote in 1973 as a member of Poco. "

http://www.npr.org/2016/02/03/465278085/first-listen-wynonna-the-big-noise-wynonna-the-big-noise

Thanks for that link - I listened and I loved her version. I can't wait for her album to come out :)

[MaryCalifornia]

Here's 25-year old Tim singing it

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAZUW0C0cw0

[LuvTim]

I've been eagerly awaiting Wynonna's new cd with Timothy's song, "I Can See Everything." I've heard it on the NPR site, and I like it. Wynonna is a cool, talented chick, no doubt. But if I'm honest, I was just waiting for Tim's presence, and when he comes in at the chorus, and I hear that voice, well, that makes the song for me. Looking forward to geting this cd when it comes out on the 12th.

And I, too, love the word "ethereal" that NPR applied to Timothy. It's just so apt.

And MC, thanks for posting the Poco recording. I still play the Poco music regularly. That was such a special time for Timothy, whose voice, like his heart, is a gift so beautiful and pure-and it just keeps on giving joy to us.

No wonder we love this man so much. :heart:

[Ive always been a dreamer]

I didn't get a chance to listen to Wynonna's rendition of I Can See Everything yesterday. Now - I'm kinda glad cause I just listened to Tim's and Wynonna's versions back-to-back. Thanks for staying on top of this, MC ... and I agree that 'ethereal' is a good description of Tim. :inlove: