Bill and Cathy Moss

We just wanted take a minute or two and let Carl, Ken, Rick and the rest of the band know what a success Cathy's surprise birthday party was. The venue, WorkPlay, as suggested by Carl, was perfect. The three sets that you all selected were also perfect. If anyone wants to question how good the Tyn Tymes were the following says it all: "It was so much fun even the band members wive's were on the dance floor with the birthday girl." That's an actual quote from Janice Sharpe, Carl's wife. We do not think she minds us using her name and quote. Again guys (and girls) that's for an evning that we will be remembering for years to come. All the best, Bill and Cathy

Dave Penn

Hey Guys - Our band -- The Soul Purpose Band out of ATL area -- is doing a wedding gig this SAT at Mountain Brook Club in B'ham. We were there in '06 doing a wedding, but I needed directions again, and ran across your name and site when I Googled M.Brook. Would love to catch your show some time -- see you're at Marietta in Sept. Maybe we can stop by then if we're not booked. I don't remember off hand. You must have got that gig through RCS. We do a few gigs a year for Ron and Stephen, and they've been good to us. I think Ron's playing again with John Seagrove and other original members of Pieces of Eight. See our website at www.thesoulpurposeband.com. VERY similar to your band --- except maybe we include a lady vocalist to be able to do Martha Reeves, Aretha, Tina T, Gladys Knight etc, but our history together doesn't go back near as far as yours. I grew up in Middle GA and played with a horn band in mid-60s, but SP has people who were born in Havanna, Cuba, Detroit, MI (lead guitar player who spent 7-1/2 years playing guitar for The Temptations), Indiana, Huntsville, AL, Cleveland, OH, West Palm,FL etc. I put the band together in '94 after a reunion of my HS group. But, my old '60s band mates didnt live near enough to each other to rebuild that group. One reason I wanted to drop a line here is to tell you about a website you should look at. You may want to submit some history there about Tyn Tymes. The site was established by guys who were/are with The Bushmen. See www.southerngaragebands.com. The site features some classic, well known bands that were very popular in GA/SC/AL and the SE during the 60s, including at least one AL group --- The K-Otics from Troy State/Montgomery. Other featured groups include the horn/soul band I played in before I left my hometown for GA Tech --- Alfonzo and The FABULOUS Bootleggers (looks like our band and yours both admired Booker T and The MG's, but I always kinda' wished we had named our band The HIPHUGGERS instead! I suppose I should just be glad we didn't go with The Green Onions.) Same site also features bands such as The Candymen, who backed Roy Orbison and later became Atlanta Rhythm Section, The Allman Joys from Jax, FL who later became the Allman Brothers after they moved to Macon, GA, and even Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs. It's a real fun site, and your band would fit there well. Travel safe, rock on, and continue to help us keep the classic soul, beach, motown stuff (as well as some Chicago, V.Morrison, Ides of March, Delbert Mc, etc) alive, well and in demand. Hope to meet you guys somewhere further on down the road. PEACE - Dave Penn The Soul Purpose Band

sharron hunt waddell

I just wanted to say that I remember when you begain. My precious cousin Chip Davidson was there in the beginning. I was at as many concerts as I could attend. I was always so proud to say my cousin played in the band. I truely believe he may be alive today If he could have been a part of your reuinion. In his last days he lived a very sad life. I spent many hours with him right before he died. We were always very close. One of the things we talked about right before he died was his relationship with God. He assured me that he was Heaven bound. I really wish you would write a song in Chips memnory. This would be a great honor to him. I remember when you were together we would sometimis sit and sing together the songs you were going to be performing. He really loved being a part of the band. I know things happened that caused you to have to quit, and I was so glad when you begain again. Each time I hear that you are gonna be back in Gadsden I remember Chip playing and singing "Johnny Be Good." I know that was his special solo song. Just please always remember him, and think about writing that song. Thanks so much and may God Bless You All, Sharron Hunt Waddell

Bobo Champion

Guys, from the mid 60s at Ole Miss to an awesome wedding reception at Mountain Brook Club in Birmingham last Saturday for Olivia and son Chris, ya'll remain the BEST! Just not enough time...Thanks for yesterday's and today's memories

cris criswell

Are you doing the Girls and Boys Duck Club show this year? What about the 2008 Shrimp Festival?

SID GRIFFIN

WAS IN GADSDEN A FEW YEARS AGO ANDHEARD YOU AT THE AMPA THEATER. WENT TO GHS GRAD 62 PLAYED IN THE BAND. LOVED YOUR MUSIC. HOPE TO GET TO GADSDEN FOR NEXT CONCERT

J D

We love your 70's music. Have you ever thought of learing Play That Funky Music? It would go great with Brick House. The disco music really gets everyone on the dance floor.

Kay Floyd McDowell

Ray & I are sorry we missed the reunion dance this summer. Are you going to be in the Midland/Odessa area any time soon? Please let us know if you are and we will bring a group of Texans to see you. We have told all our friends about the Tyn Tymes and they can't wait to see you perform.

Peggy

Enjoyed your reunion show @ convention hall recently. Has tyntymes ever thoutht of having a semi-annual reunion? It sure would be fun to have a beach party in february.

Janice Adams

August 4th was my first time to attend the Tyn Tymes dance and show. I really did enjoy it and seeing people I had not seen in a while. Lanny, I think about Mary a lot and miss our phone chats. Hope to attend the show again next year.

Robin K.

Sat. Aug 4th was my first time to experience Tyn Tymes. Wow! I certainly plan for it not to be my last. Most entertaining was hearing from a fellow piano student and school mate of M. Marbut's that I sat with about him as a kid (V. Coheley). Enjoyed the experience tremendously.

Jerry Pullen

I happened to be home in Gadsden this past weekend. Myself and several friends heard about the concert at Convention Hall. We had a great time.Tyn Tymes was just as good as they were at the Sansom Block Party. Chip Davidson and Ronnie Cornutt were teachers at Forrest when we attended there. Please keep playing and notify me if ever playing in the Knoxville area.

Glenn Firestone

I remember Jerry and the gang from my early Auburn days(1966-67).It was great hearing the "sound" again and reminising with jerry

Lisa Berry

Hey guys, Can't wait to see yall in Gadsden again....you're STILL my favorite group!I will be there at you're reuion....CAN'T wait! Love you guys....You're birthday girl. P.S.I still have my cap and wouldn't part with it!

David

Hi guys, just surfin the net and came upon your site. Love your horns, I am a trumpet man myself and play in several bands here in the upstate of south Carolina.If you guys are ever in the area, hook up with Beach Bob on the beach Bob show,WOLT 103.3 Have a great summer, david

Spencer

Every year the guys bring something new to each face when they are on stage and I get so excited that I dance my shoes off!!!!! Maybe oneday I'll get the chance to perform with the group "The Tyn Tymes"

Carolyn Grace, William, and Murray

We LOVE the music. Come to Oxford soon! Weekend after weekend we listen to your CD and enjoy every minute!!

Larry & Debra Jackson

Guys you are an awsome show band.We were at the shrimp festival the year you played, and have looked for you every year since. "Please come back." I bought both CD's and have worn them out.Need another copy.

Sandy McCord

I am an old friend of Mike Marbut. I met him while he was playing at the Sports Nut in Jacksonville. He is an amazing musician. I'm thrilled to hear about this band. Mike, if you read this, let me hear from you. 256-673-2158.

Richard & Lisa Denham

We almost did not go to Shrimp Festival when we found out Tyn Tymes were not playing. Hope you come back. Also, will you be playing anywhere on New Year's Eve?