The Distortions

I heard that Robert Alexander died a couple of years ago. Ill try to verify this and let you know.

THE LAST TIME I TALKED TO ROBERT HE WAS A NURSE PRACTITIONER IN ATLANTA. ROY ALEXANDER, THE LAST BASS PLAYER FOR THE GROUP DIED A FEW YEARS BACK. I HAVEN'T HEARD OF ROBERT'S DEATH.

Roy also played sax. As did his cousin Wayne Alexander, last seen him in 1979 owned a music store in Sylacauga Al. and in Roebuck,,

I know that Robert lived in Tucker, Ga. a few years ago, but I don't know where he is anymore. He was indeed a nurse practitioner, and married to a woman named Priscilla. He told me that you and your wife lived in Crystal River and had an ice cream shop.

Does anyone have info on the Rockin' Rebellions Henry Lovoy and Ross Galliano. recording s of "BY MY SIDE" and Frank Zappa tune "Any way the Wind Blows" Should contact Henry Lovoy at Hogans Hideaway off 459 by pass exit 17 or Hwy 280..

I was wondering whatever happened to Eddie?I met him at the Molton Hotel where they were playing.We talked and saw one another for awhile.

In response to your question if the 70's Distortions had any of the same members, the answer is yes. Zac Zachery was the lead singer and leader of the Distortions. He lead the group into the mid 70's when he left to pursue other interests. He was replaced by Ralph King. In one form or another the Distortions existed for almost two decades. Which is a long time in band years.

I know that Robert moved to New York City for a long time. He worked at music stores, Sam Ash, I think. He met his wife there and later moved to B'ham. He had a good band in New York, too. In B'ham he finished school and became a nurse. He and his wife had a daughter and later divorced. He got married again. His mother lived in the house in Ensley until she died.

Hello! I ran across your site and noticed some old friends of mine. I lived in B,ham for a while and played in several bands there. I played trumpet with Ross Galliano in the group "The Epics" and know a lot of the mentioned musicians such as Ned Bibb, Etc. I left to play in Vegas for about 5 years and ended up here in Denver, Colo. I also played with Bob Cane at the "Canebreaker, and also with Ray Reach and Friends. I was the "house trumpet player with Ed Boutwell for a long time. I have since retired from music, but would like to see how the old guys are doing. Thanks, Jim Anderson

Dear Frank. Hope the Melody Maker worked out Okay. Ned

I used to love the Distortions song called "I Found A Girl" and also "Behind My Wall". These were great songs and the Distortions were a great band. I know Robert would love to talk to any of you. I am not sure how to reach him, though. I used to know, but he may have moved from Tucker, Ga. He lived in Mobile, AL before that.

Being an old disc jockey and tv announcer,I can assure you that it was recorded and played on wtix 690 and wnoe 1060 in new orleans. It was in the 1960's. Just give me a glass of wine and a clock that tells no time, some cigarettes thats all my company. great song. I would love to have a copy of it. I'm infallible and I shall never fall, from behind my wall.