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Oscar Whittington Visits the Moosehead Band 

For those of you who know or have heard about Oscar Whittington, you might like to hear that he is doing well.  Oscar is well-known for his talents as a band leader and is an amazing fiddle player who utilized a 5-string to project his captivating melodies.  He had a rough-go not too long ago with his health, but as you know: It is hard to put a good man down, and he is proof of that.  In December of 2005, he visited Ethel's Old Corral to listen to the band and share a story or two.  All of the members are happy that he is doing well.

Photo: Oscar Whittington (center) with the Moosehead Band

Photo: Ken and Bob Visit Santa Clause in Oildale, CA: December 2005

Photo above: The Moosehead Band at "Ethel's" Old Corral Cafe during our nation's High State of Alert.  The guys are ready for whatever they have to face.

Summer Concert Series, Valley Plaza, May 10, 2005

On May 10, 2005, the band played at Valley Plaza, in Bakersfield, California, in what is known as the Summer Concert Series.  Everybody had a fantastic time.  Be sure to check out the photos.

Kenny Visits 311

On April 29, 2005, Kenny visited the group, 311, at their Hive Studio, in Hollywood, California.  He enjoyed the visit and made new friends.  Be sure to check out the photos from the trip and their Website.

Over a 1/4 of a Century Strong

On May 28, 2005, the Moosehead Band celebrated it's 25th year as a group.  The members held a party in Woody, California, and played their hearts out for many fans and family members.  Photos from the event are viewable.  Kenny, John, Les, Bob, and Ernie thank Craig Price for taking the shots and placing them online for viewing.  More photos can be viewed here.

The group celebrated its 24th year on Memorial Day weekend at the Pit Stop in Rosedale, CA.  Here are a few early shots of the band from Balance Rock, CA.  The group played there a great deal in the beginning.

From left to right: Ernie Lewis, Kenny Walters, and Dan "Spud" Fuller.  
Dancing: Hippie Don and possibly Ester or Stacey - for those of you who remember.  
Not shown: Randy Steele - drums

From right to left: Mark Peck, Spud, Ernie, and Kenny
Not shown: Randy Steele - drums

Lone Star Truck Company Picnic

On September 08, 2005, the Moosehead Band played at the Lone Star Truck Company Picnic near Lake Ming.  Check out the photos1 and photos 2.  Thank you Craig, the band.

In Memory of Judy Garone

July 14, 1952 – April 1, 2006

We love and miss you very much.

Yours always,

Kenny, John, Ernie, Les, and Bob

In Memory of William "Jake" Grider

On August 04, 2005, the Moosehead Band lost a good friend, Jake Grider.  Jake was a true buddy and musician who always wore a smile and enjoyed singing with the band.  All of us truly miss him.  Our hearts and prayer go out to his family. 

Sincerely, Kenny, Ernie, Bob, Les, and John

Photo from Legacy.com.

The boys helped the Bakersfield Country Music Museum organization raise money at a jam session on August 18, 2002.  Check out the photos.

Photo right: The Moosehead Band in Woody, California, 2002.

Note: Be sure to visit the Moosehead Band's music section.  The resource provides links to other artists in and around Kern County, California, as well as Moosehead Band tunes and info.

The Moosehead Band has opened for John Anderson, Asleep at the Wheel, The Flying Burrito Brothers, The Bellamy Brothers, The Hagger Twins, and Buck Owens. Additionally, the group has backed Red Simpson, Dana Haggard, Mark Dooley, Susan Ray, Bailey and the Boys, and a host of other noted individuals.

Photo left: Kenny posing with Merle Haggard

Check out the photos of Merle in concert in August 2004 at the Crystal Palace.

"Ethel's" Old Corral Cafe shots from Joe Torres captured on April 04, 2004

Click on thumb nails for larger views

All of the members of the Moosehead Band thank Joe for taking and sending tht photos.

The band has played in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, as well as in Barbara's, also in Nashville. Additionally, the group has played at The Cowboy, in Los Angeles, California, The Palomino, also in Los Angeles, The Crystal Palace, in Bakersfield, California, and other noted places.

The Moosehead Band at Mesa Marin Raceway
Bakersfield, California
Opening for Bailey and the Boys, July 4, 1998