Recap of S$.net SugarMoney Show on 6/4, ready for a trip down memory lane?

Coop’s long awaited & anticipated announcement--Posted - 06/04/2005 : 23:20:20

1st – Joining us tonight is the one and only Shane Sexton.

2nd – I want to personally introduce and welcome a new brother into the mix. His name is Kris Bell. Kris just moved to Nashville from San Diego and is one of the best damn guitarists that I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Me, Kris and Shane are working on a 3-piece project while Bo fulfills his AI obligations. So there’s a good chance that we will be playing a few small shows around the TN and AL to keep our chops up.

As you may be aware, we had the chance to go and hang out with Bo last night in B’ham. Yes, the rumor is true, a reporter from Rolling Stone tagged along with us all night last night and we had a blast. They are planning to do a 2-3 page layout in an upcoming issue, so that’s pretty cool.

As far as Bo’s new Mustang, WOW…………what a car. Words cannot even explain how bad A%# it is. He took me, Shane and Kris for a spin yesterday and it’s a very sweet ride. If you want a true explanation of just how bad this car is, ask Kris…………….Kris is an ole motorhead at heart and loves Mustangs.

To answer the BIG question:

Yes, we are STILL a band. As far as us being Bo’s “touring” band for his album: that is still undetermined. HOWEVER - We will absolutely, positively continue to write, record and perform after Bo gets off of the AI tour.

That’s about it for last night. We will be hanging out with Bo again in the near future, and we will keep everyone updated on what’s going on.

So, with that being said please join me in welcoming Shane and Kris into the forum tonight. We will hang around as long as our eyes will allow us. We had a very long night last night followed by a 3 ½ hour drive early this morning.

What’s on your mind?

p.s. Carlos Santana has asked Bo record a duet with him.

Shane joined us all a few seconds (and several pages) later at 23:25:03.
Whats up people's
Glad everyone is here and in good spirits on this great saturday night. Im here and ready to talk

Coop--Posted - 06/04/2005 : 23:48:33
Thank you, thank you. I am going to float around is this forum and answer some questions that are posted. Please understand that we are being flooded with traffic. But this response from you is what make Bo Bice and SugarMoney what we are.

Coop explains how he & Shane met Kris— Posted - 06/04/2005 : 23:57:18
One word will sum this up......destiny.

But the story goes like this. Me, Shane and Kris play together in a rock-country traveling circus sometimes. And Kris came to audition for an open guitar slot.

And here we are.

Shane explains what Sugarmoney means-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:03:21
Sugarmoney is:
Money accrued by investing or winning the lottery

Shane, answering what Bo will sing for his appearances-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:12:01
Im not sure what songs he will sing on what show. schedule changes constantly, it is hard to tell

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:14:03
Originally posted by verby
I had a quick question if you get to it. On one of his TV interviews, (I think it was the Daily show) Bo said he had given up music 3 years ago, and I wasn't sure what exactly he meant. Did he mean that he stopped traveling as much? He said that he was going to give it until he was 30. (I'm so glad he has a late birthday LOL!) Could you tell us about that? Thanks

Traveling........
We will 95 years old on the porch writing tunes.

Kris joins the forum— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:19:49
Hey y'all,
Thanks for the awesome welcoming! Sorry it's taken me this long to reply, it's packed in here! It's great to see all the love and support for Bo and S$. I'm so excited to be playing with these guys! Coop and Shane are two of the baddest jammers around!
To answer your questions,
My main influences are Skynyrd, Allmans, Clapton, SRV, but I listen and learn from pretty much style of music.
I started playing guitar when I was seven and started writing songs when I was fourteen.
I met Coop and Shane through a couple of other musicians who were looking for a lead guitar player for a country cover band.
We should have some pics and a bio of me up on the site in the next week or two.
Thanks again everyone. I'll be hanging out with ya for awhile tonight so don't be shy!

Kris, on his musical influences
Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:31:41
Yeah,
I love Cash, Willie, and this guy named Townes Van Zant. He was BAD! Very soulful songwriter and great guitar player.

RE: Townes Van Zandt— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:50:35
You're Awesome! I have "Rear View Mirror" my truck's CD player almost daily!


Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:43:30
CCR was one of my Dad's favorite bands. I grew up listening to them. They've been a great influence on me since I was a kid.

On an upcoming tour… [b]
[b] Shane (Good news for those of you in Knoxville) — Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:17:29
?????Knoxville, TN????????
I believe we could do that.
We have a great company working on our bookings so I will mention the market of Knoxville to them

Shane-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:21:42
City Stages??
There is a really good chance that we will be at city stages.
B-ham is such a wonderful place and have shown alot of love.
It would be alot of fun
OH I have to say ROLL TIDE BABY

Shane -- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:41:02
As soon as we book our tour it will be posted on the site for all to know way in advance. Keep in mind everything is in the beginning stages right now and more info comes to us daily.
As soon as we know then you guys know
You are wonderful

Shane— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:49:47
Bo will be performing with us on alot of shows. We do not know any details of a schedule right now but as soon as we find out it will be posted

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:27:29
We didn't get the chance to play last night with everything else going on. I'm not sure yet where the first gig will be, but as soon as we know, so will you guys.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:22:08
I can't wait to get out there and start jammin to! We should have some things ironed out a little more in the next couple of weeks, as far as shows go.


WOW, now up to page 24, we are almost a third of the way there!


Everything you ever wanted to know about Kris…at least for 6/4
Kris--Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:44:13 & Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:47:02
I'm 29 and have been married for just a little over a year now.
Hopefully we'll be playing everywhere y'all want to hear us!

Kris -- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:19:18
Actually, Kris Kristofferson is who I'm named after.
I guess I was destined to play music from the beginning.

Kris-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:27:04
Right now, my two dogs are my kids. Come August though, we'll be welcoming our son into the world!

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:37:25
We haven't decided on a middle name yet, but his first name is Logan.

Kris-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:01:12
Rebel, the boy is a Lab/Grayhound/Pit mix and Dixie, (Girl) is an American Bulldog/Sheppard/Lab. They're basically mutts. We adopted them from shelters in San Diego.
Ours are completely spoiled also! They rule the roost over here.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:21:42
My favorite food is Fried Chicken. I can't get enough of the stuff. Popeyes Chicken 'N Biscuits is Heavenly, Almost as good as Mom's.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:17:16
I'm 29, almost 30!! October's coming way too quickly.

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:47:43
Originally posted by OBWANDO
Any Plans on a post get together outside of the city when the AI tour goes through Birmingham? Hell, I'll spring for the beer

We will all be in Birmingham for the show. We will let everyone know where we'll be. And yes, I'll take a Bud Light.

Coop— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:56:27
Originally posted by kap2903
OK, Bud Light for Coop...Bo likes Heineken...what about you Shane and Kris??

OK, OK
Forgive my spelling:

Shane likes: YEAH-GER-MY-STER.
Kris like: MEE-LER LOT.

You guys are awesome. You have no idea how much your responses are appreciated.

Shane— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:07:49
Originally posted by yellobutterfly
Hey Shane, What got you started on yeagermister?

I like da buzz

Shane— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:54:36
Originally posted by BiceFan
who is doing the vocals now while Bo is doing the AI stuff?... and when Bo is done with the AI tour, he is now signed with RCA, any plans on signing you guys as a band?

Vocals will be done by kris and john and also we will work out a few more details here in the next couple of weeks. As far as RCA we (Bo included) will work on it very hard when we all play together it is a very powerful show, so we are way excited

Shane-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 00:57:11
Originally posted by rockinout
OMG I am laughing at the cologne question...........Please do tell what Bo wears if
any............even the brand of soap he uses .........just something for us
wacky ladies.........................

I used his shower last night and I believe he used dial and I was glad LOL

A question for all the guys….
Originally posted by o0o_nikki_o0o
I see that Kris said he has been married for about a year and I believe both Shane and Coop are married and Bo is in a relationship...so for any one of you...what do your wives think of this sudden deluge of female fans and the fame/groupies/lovefest over each of you?

Shane-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:01:03
Good question!
We all have the most wonderful wives there are so understanding and when you wedlock a musician music wedlocks you

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:13:02
I think I can speak for all of us here.

We would not be the men we are if it were not for our wives and their support at home.

We consider ourselves lucky to have had them put up with US so long. Why tear that apart?

Picture this: All of us - wives and kids included - hanging out, grilling steaks, setting sun, playing acoustic guitars and enjoying life. There's no amount of money, fame or groupies for that matter, that will destroy that.

As far as the lovefest.

MUCH LOVE to everybody.

Shane-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:04:22
People often ask me why I choose drums.
My reply is:
Because I can not sing LOL

Shane— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:10:03
Originally posted by mommarocks
Shane & Coop: On AI Bo got to perform with his favorite band, Lynyrd Skynyrd. I was wondering what band you would love to perform with the most.

When Bo did his return home to Helena We got to play with the skynyrd guys for 8000 people So its easy to say that we got to play with our dream band.

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:16:04
Originally posted by tracyrinaldi
I bet you guys wouldn't mind "Mustang sitting" for him now would ya? Can't imagine him just leaving that new baby in the driveway for 4 months!

Bo would never let ME car sit.........I would not let me either. If I were given the chance, I'm sure KRIS would car jack me. WHAT UP KRIS!!!!!

Shane leaves us all [] Shane— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:16:59
I want to say that it so awesome the love you folks have.
We are so excited and can't wait to get out there and play. we will play every town possible so please come and say hello when we get close. You guys are all great to me and I will never take your love for granted and neither will coop,kris,or Bo
I'm going to have to go and get some sleep now.
I beleive we are planned to do this again next week so keep a look out

I love all of you
Goodnight

Coop— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:19:12
Originally posted by shanesexton
People often ask me why I choose drums.
My reply is:
Because I can not sing LOL

Shane's fibbin'............It will be Shane and Kris singin'

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:23:29
Originally posted by wenzors
And, still watiting for that answer on what Bo smells like or what cologne...any of your wives in the room want to chime in??
Bo smells like the funky oils he loves so much. Almost like an incense.

Our wives are sleeping....at least mine is.

Bo smells fine.........

Not so fine after a show.

Coop— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:32:35
Originally posted by jahmom64
Just as I read your post, Coop, I was thinking the same thing...some of my friends were in a band throughout our teen years and into our twenties and that was really the coolest part - those of us with boyfriends and/or husbands in the band got to watch our guys get praised left and right from girls as well as guys and it actually was a very intense, uplifting feeling. My friends have quit the band (we're all in our 40s now) but we still have all those memories - just hanging out, playing and listening to great music...life really can't get much better than that. My "props" to you guys for staying grounded - that is REALLY rare nowadays.

Think about this:

Memory is our own real possession...In nothing else we are rich, in nothing else we are poor.
Alexander Smith (1830 - 1867)

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:41:25
Originally posted by Mazee4Bo
Coop, Bo recently said in an interview that he doesn't read the message boards.

Now, I know he is extremely busy, as are all of you, but surely you all pop in and check the boards every now and then?

Bo does not read the message boards.

However, I can promise you that he floats around in the Bo Bice and SugarMoney "Forum".

Coop - Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:47:31
Originally posted by femalebass66
Hey Coop, What did Bo drive before he got the Stang?

A horse.............or walked.

Depended how far he had to go and how much equipment he had to carry.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 01:53:43
Originally posted by Laura4Bo
Hey Kris !!!!! I just checked out your site. Awesome!! 'Pal' has sort of a Live's 'Lightening Crashes' feel to it. Did you write the songs featured on the site? Sing them? If Fith's album is coming out in Fall 2005, what does this mean w/ SM, if anything?

Wow! How'd you find that stuff? I wrote and am singing on the three songs on my site. As far as the FITH thing goes, we broke up before the release of the new album and I moved to Nahsville. Sugar Money's where I belong though. It's all part of the plan...

**check Kris’s profile to get links to the sites Laura mentioned

Kris’s wife TByrd joins us.

Tbyrd— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:09:08
Thanks so much for the warm welcome! This is really amazing! We've been in Nashville
since the first week of April, so two months now, and so far, it's been one of the best decisions we've ever made. Sorry to be a party pooper, but I'm tired and wonderful.
Hope to talk to all of you again soon. Thanks again!

Coop— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:11:50
Originally posted by kap2903
Do you know if Bo will be including "Changing for the Better" on his album? Is that something he wrote recently?

Kristi: "Changing for the Better" has been there......it's finally getting heard.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:16:07
Hey, I'm not goin' anywhere just yet, only the little lady's crashin' out.

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:21:37
Hey now....get some sleep dude.

We both know we had NONE last night.

You rock dude......bring that damn green les paul back over here. I gotta wood nickel to give ya fer' it.

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:27:23
Originally posted by sarah1229
What CDs are in your players right now? Just wondering who YOU like to listen to.

Honestly; 311, Grass Roots

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:31:05
Originally posted by sarah1229
What CDs are in your players right now? Just wondering who YOU like to listen to.
Since I've been in here chattin' with y'all, I've listened to two Allmans albums, Skynyrd, and now I've got Clapton's "One More Car, One More Rider" live album blasting away.

On guitars….
Originally posted by Guitarmans Spouse
What make and model guitar do each of you play?

Coop— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:37:09
For me.........Fender Basses, Fender Basses, Fender Basses. I don't care what anybody says, nothing beats an American made Jazz or Precision Bass.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:40:15
I'm a guitar fanatic. I love guitars and have a serious addiction to them. I can't stop buying them. I play Gison and Fender electrics, (Les Pauls, Strats, and Teles). I have four Les Pauls, two Strats, a Tele and a who bunch of others lying around the house.

Coop-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:41:28
Check these BC songs out - "No Speak, No Slave" (Southern Harmony) or "High Head Blues" (Amorica).

And Coop bids us goodnight []
Coop— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:49:06
Peeps:

It's been great hangin' with you guys. I'm headin' to bed. Thank you for hanging out with us tonight. If you see Kris floatin' around out here later, tell him to get some sleep as well. We all need it.

We will have another chat next weekend.

Much Love,

Coop

Kris-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 02:52:33
Originally posted by AutumzBreeze77
Kris...if you could give any advice to anyone wanting to enter the Industry, what would it be? Thanks!

When I started, I learned on a Classical, Nylon string guitar. I studied Classical for the first five years. It helped build the dexterity in my fingers and proper right hand picking technique. Studying composers like Mozart and Bach also helped me learn to read music and understand chords and melodies. In my opinion, for young players, learning on a acoustic or nylon string guitar is very beneficial. A great instructor iis also helpful.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:17:16
I've seen these Esteban comercials, but I'm not sure about all that. You can find good Acoustics at any guitar shop. Really, it's how much you put into practicing that makes the difference. My first guitar was a $100 P.O.S. (Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:29:43 , P.O.S. Piece of Sh..)


Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:23:44
October 9th for me. TByrd is Oct. 2nd as well!

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:28:06
Originally posted by Mazee4Bo
Kris, did you happen to write any of the songs on your website? I just LOVE them!! Can't stop listening!

All the songs on the hiquarters site, I wrote. The stuff on the FITH site, I wrote most of the music. The singer wrote the lyrics. All the songs that are posted on the sonicbids EPK, is all music that I wrote for the band.

Kris-- Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:36:00
Originally posted by jahmom64
And the other post was correct, you are VERY easy on the eyes and fit in well with the other guys, if I do say so myself!!

Thanks Jackie,
Glad you like what you see. I don't want to be the "ugly" one in the band!

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:48:46
Your poem was very deep. Thank you for sharing that with me. Yes, I use experiences, feelings, situations, etc. that've happened to me and people I know when I write. It's gotta be something that I can feel, you know.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 03:51:49
Yeah, there're a few FITH bands out there. We actually own the trademark to the name, but those bands keep using it anyway. It's all good though. And thank you for welcoming me into the band.

Kris— Posted - 06/05/2005 : 04:06:29
Thanks, I'll try to check it out tomorrow. Well, my third Clapton CD just ended and it's 3am out here. I hate to leave so soon, but I think it's time for bed. I've got 3pm band practice tomorrow and have to be ready to rock! Thanks to each and every one of you for making this such a special night for me. I've enjoyed every second, talking with you and getting to know each other. We'll be doing this quite a bit, I'm sure of it. Take care of yourselves, and each other. I'll talk to you all again next week.

"Fly High Freebird"

Kris

Awww, I remember that night & that question! Man, those shows were so fun! What memories!

That's so awesome!

Indeed it is part of the plan! This smiley with 4 guys wasn't an accident!

That's too flippen funny! Oh, a stroll down memory lane, indeed!

Aw, Jackie! You were smitten way back then too, huh? Jackie's got a cru-ush, Jackie's got a cru-ush!

YAY!!! Love these guys!

Wow, brings back memories of long, late nights in front of the computer...

Ah, the good, old "wonderful" days!

Thanks for the stroll down memory lane Julie!

Lara

Thanks for reposting that! Seems like both yesterday and eons ago doesn't it?

I had forgotten how well Shane can type!!

Julie, if you don't STOP THAT I will never sing to you again.........

These are great - that reference to the two Black Crowes song was cool - I have almost all BC's CD's but lost Southern Harmony, so I really appreciated Coop mentioning "No Speak No Slave". If you don't have any BC albums, I highly recommend!!!

It's cool to see some old familiar names, too!



Jackie

Ummm, stop what Jackie?? Please, don't threaten the no more singing....I still need to hear Julie, Julie, Julie Do Ya Love Me!!!

Awww, that was just what I needed this morning. What fun memories. Just getting to know Coop and Shane, meeting Kris for the first time. It was fun to see "my" question there and answered by Coop and Kris. They were so sweet and grateful, it still really touches my heart.

And, Kris--he hung in there for hours. I remember at the time thinking," Wow, this is cool that he'd spend all this time with us." And, he STILL loves to do that! How cool is that?

It's always fun to look back on the beginning of a great friendship.