BIG ROCK SHOW NEWS

(November 25, 2008) It seems I'm always reporting sad news and deaths these days. But Here's another one... particularly sad.
Drummer MICHAEL LEE has passed away. Michael played with Robert Plant and Jimmy Page for their "UNLEDDED" Reunion and the two tours that followed. He also co-wrote the tracks on the PAGE/PLANT "WALKING INTO CLARKSDALE"
I had the pleasure of meeting Michael when he toured with THIN LIZZY in 2004. He was very warm and loved talking about our shared heroes. He was humble and very gracious, he said he was very lucky to have been able to play with his heroes. He was a great talent.
He was only 39 years old.

ROBERT PLANT, JIMMY PAGE drummer Michael Lee (also known as Michael Gary Pearson) has died according to Lemonsqueezings.blogspot.com. He was 39.

Michael drummed for Robert Plant beginning with the recording of his 1993 album Fate of Nations. He can be heard on that album's 'Memory Song (Hello Hello)' and 'Network News'.

Robert Plant asked him to go on tour as the drummer for his tour, and he gladly accepted. They spent some time opening for LENNY KRAVITZ on that tour. Led Zeppelin's singer was closing his sets with 'Whole Lotta Love', and Michael Lee was a major part of it all.

A keen sense of timing is one thing a good drummer should have. Michael's was great since Robert Plant's next career move was to reteam with Jimmy Page. Half of Led Zeppelin was playing regularly for the first time in 15 years and, Michael was along for the ride. He drummed for the Unledded sessions and promoted the No Quarter album release with Page and Plant.

As Page and Plant then took their band on tour for the next year, Lee may have been the world's most-watched drummer. They trotted across the globe and packed houses while they put a new twist on Led Zeppelin's music with local orchestras and an assembly of Lebanese, Egyptian and Moroccan musicians. But when they were just a fourpiece playing Led Zeppelin songs, they were very much like Led Zeppelin.

The one thing Page and Plant hadn't done with their new group that whole time was write some new material. Finally, Michael got the chance to participate in some songwriting sessions in 1997. As a result, he and bassist Charlie Jones are credited alongside Page and Plant as co-writing every song on Walking into Clarksdale. The scaled-down fourpiece band embarked on a tour in 1998 to support this album.

It was just before some 1999 tour dates that Robert Plant slipped away from Page and took Charlie Jones with him. Michael Lee evidently stayed with Jimmy Page, as Lee was there for the very next live appearance with Page, which took place in October 1999 at Net Aid. They unveiled a new instrumental at that show, 'Domino', and to this date, it stands as the only original number Page has released since Walking into Clarksdale. Since Michael Lee was there for that too, it's pretty clear how important he was in the ongoing story of Led Zeppelin's former members in the 1990s.
(November 12, 2008) It seems we're losing the greats one after the other.....

MITCH MITCHELL
1946 - 2008

nov 6,2008

Mitch Mitchell, the innovative drummer who anchored the Jimi Hendrix Experience, has died at the age of 62. Mitchell passed away on November 12 in Portland, Oregon of natural causes. The London native had completed an 18 city American tour as a featured performer with Experience Hendrix, a series concert series celebrating the legacy of Jimi Hendrix featuring an all-star line-up of artists including his one-time Hendrix bandmate and dear friend Billy Cox. Other performers on the tour included Buddy Guy, Hubert Sumlin, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Jonny Lang, Brad Whitford of Aerosmith, Robby Krieger of the Doors, Mike McCready of Pearl Jam as well as members of Los Lobos and others. Portland was the tour’s last stop and Mitchell had been staying in town for some vacation time before his planned return to England.

Janie Hendrix, CEO of Experience Hendrix, LLC commented, “We’re all devastated to hear of Mitch’s passing. He was a wonderful man, a brilliant musician and a true friend. His role in shaping the sound of the Jimi Hendrix Experience cannot be underestimated. Over the course of the recent tour, he seemed delighted with the interchange with the other musicians and the audiences. There is no question that he was doing what he loved.”

Mitchell began working with Experience Hendrix, the family owned company established by James “Al” Hendrix shortly after its inception. He had been featured in many of the documentaries and programs issued by the company over the years.
Before signing on as the drummer with the Jimi Hendrix Experience, Mitchell had built a reputation through his work with The Pretty Things, Georgie Fame & The Blue Flames and had been one of the top session drummers of the time starting at the age of 14. His drumming technique was an amalgam of rock and jazz styles as he was heavily influenced by the likes of Elvin Jones and Max Roach. He joined the Jimi Hendrix Experience in 1966 and performed with Hendrix and bassist Noel Redding at their US debut at the Monterey Pop Festival in June of 1967. He was also, most notably, part of the later version of the Jimi Hendrix Experience that included Billy Cox who performed the closing set of the Woodstock Festival on August 18, 1969. Following the death of Jimi Hendrix in 1970, Mitchell worked with producer Eddie Kramer in completing work on both The Cry of Love and Rainbow Bridge albums.

Prior to his music career, Mitchell was a noted child actor who starred in the TV series Jennings At School as well as numerous feature films. After falling in love with American jazz, blues and rock ‘n’ roll, he abandoned acting and devoted the rest of his life to music.

Mitchell was part of a super group known as “The Dirty Mac” that appeared in the 1968 TV special The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus joining with John Lennon, Eric Clapton and Keith Richards. He later recorded and performed with bands including Ramatam as well as with Terry Reid, Cream’s Jack Bruce, Jeff Beck, Junior Brown and others. Mitchell is survived by his mother, his wife of 24 years, a daughter and two grand children.

(October 19, 2008) Get original and be sure to dress up for the TWO LANE Bike Night HALLOWEEN COSTUME party Thursday Oct 30th

(September 15, 2008) PINK FLOYD's Richard Wright Dies At 65
Richard Wright, a founder member of PINK FLOYD, has died at the age of 65 after battling cancer, his spokesman said.
Wright played the keyboard with the legendary band and wrote music in classic albums such as Dark Side Of The Moon and Wish You Were Here.

His spokesman said: "The family of Richard Wright, founder member of Pink Floyd, announce with great sadness, that Richard died ... after a short struggle with cancer. The family have asked that their privacy is respected at this difficult time."

Wright's spokesman did not say from what form of cancer the star had been suffering.

The self-taught keyboardist and pianist met fellow band members Roger Waters and Nick Mason while at architecture school. He was a founder member of The Pink Floyd Sound in 1965, and the group's previous incarnations, such as SIGMA 6.

In the early days of Pink Floyd, Wright, along with Syd Barrett, was seen as the group's dominant musical force. The London-born musician and son of a biochemist wrote and sang several songs of his own.

'The Great Gig In The Sky', and 'Us And Them', both from 1973's seminal Dark Side Of The Moon album, were his most well-known compositions. He also made essential contributions to Atom Heart Mother, Echoes and Shine On You Crazy Diamond, the tribute to former band member Barrett.

After his relationship with Waters became increasingly difficult, he left Floyd following sessions for the album The Wall. Wright was retained as a salaried session musician during live concerts in 1980 and 1981. In 1983, Pink Floyd released the only album in which Wright does not appear - The Final Cut.

Wright played with the surviving members of Pink Floyd in 2005 at Live 8. He also performed at a tribute concert to Barrett last year, but Waters and Gilmour, who famously fell out more than 25 years ago, appeared separately. Wright had performed on every Pink Floyd tour.

He officially rejoined Pink Floyd following the departure of Waters and contributed vocals and keyboards to the 1987 album A Momentary Lapse of Reason. In 1994, he co-wrote five songs on The Division Bell album, singing lead vocals on the track Wearing The Inside Out.

(September 12, 2008) Join us this Saturday at THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES in J-Town at 3501 College Dr. For A CONCERT FOR THE BREAST.
A concert to raise money to find a cure for Breast Cancer.
The Benefit concert is an all day event featuring BOB BURKETT at 4pm, THE AVALANCE BAND at 6pm, NEGATIVE IMPACT at 8pm and THE BIG ROCK SHOW at 10pm

On Friday September the 26th EXPO FIVE (2900 S. 7th Street Rd.) Presents GREAT WHITE with Special Guests THE BIG ROCK SHOW.
The show starts at 8:00pm tickets are $20 in advance/ $25 day of show or $50/ carload of rockers

(September 2, 2008) Tonights show at R PALCE PUB has been cancelled. We will return next week. There has also been a schedule change.
This Friday THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be making a special Friday Night appearance at TWO LANE LIQUORS not at Billiards Club of Louisville as advertised.

Join us Thursday and Friday night at TWO LANE LIQUORS 9702 Bardstown Road (502) 239-1018 Showtime 8:00-midnight.

Comedian George Carlin passed way yesterday...or has he would have said...DIED....KICKED THE BUCKET....BOUGHT THE FARM.... you get the idea.

I thought I'd post this qoute from him as my own tribute to him.....There's a Lot of Wisdom in it........

"The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more but have less; we buy more but enjoy less. We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness.

We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pray too seldom. We have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often.

We've learned how to make a living, but not a life. We've added years to life not life to years. We've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. We conquered outer space but not inner space. We've done larger things, but not better things.

We've cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We've conquered the atom, but not our prejudice. We write more, but learn less. We plan more, but accomplish less. We've learned to rush, but not to wait. We build more computers to hold more information, to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less and less.

These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, big men and small character, steep profits and shallow relationships. These are the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes. These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer, to quiet, to kill. It is a time when there is much in the showroom window and nothing in stockrooms, when technology can bring this letter to you and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or just hit delete.

Remember to spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever. Remember to say a kind word to someone who looks up to you in awe, because that little person soon will grow up and leave your side. Remember, to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn't cost a cent.

Remember, to say, "I love you" to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all mean it. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you. Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for someday that person will not be there again. Give time to love, give time to speak, and give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind.

"This ain't no practice life...we only get one shot" ~George Carlin

(June 13, 2008)
STARTING WEDNESDAY JUNE 18th LOUISVILLE WILL HAVE A ULTRA-HIP NEW BIKE NIGHT WITH THE BIG ROCK SHOW

THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be appearing at DIAMOND PUB & BILLIARDS
Every Wednesday from 7:00pm - 11:00pm on the deck bar.

DIAMOND PUB & BILLIARDS is located in the heart of St Matthews one block down from the corner of Frankfort Ave. & Breckinridge Lane

Diamond Pub & Billiards
3814 Frankfort Ave.
(502) 895-7513
CLICK HERE FOR A MAP TO DIAMOND PUB & BILLIARDS

$2 LongNecks / $20 All-You-Can-Drink Domestic Draft / $4 "DiamondBombs"

THIS WILL BE THE PLACE TO EXPERIENCE THE BIG ROCK SHOW OUTDOORS THIS SUMMER!!!!

(May 27, 2008) Last Year THE BIG ROCK SHOW'S David Ernspiker & Ronnie Watchmaker were voted into the Phoeix Hill Tavern's All-Star Band
The Voting has begun for this years All-Star Lineup.
Click Here to send in your votes for Louisville's Top Players. Help create the All-Star Lineup with your favorites. www.PhoenixHill.com

(May 12, 2008) After one week...the reviews are in....everyone LOVES Ronnie "Bulldog" Watchmaker in THE BIG ROCK SHOW. Ronnie has added an energy that really pushes the band over-the-top. IF you haven't seen THE NEW BIG ROCK SHOW yet....don't miss us this week.

(May 2, 2008)
THE BIG ROCK SHOW WELCOMES RONNIE WATCHMAKER AS NEW BASSIST/VOCALIST

After seven years of Rocking with THE BIG ROCK SHOW Jaymz St. James is leaving town with is fiance to start a new life in Florida. We wish him all the luck and happiness in the world.

We are proud to announce RONNIE WATCHMAKER formerly with Jefferson Tarc Bus, XS,& Slam Circus as our new Bassist and Vocalist.

Ronnie is a veteran musician with amazing chops, a vocal range that's out of this world and he's an all-around great guy. We are honored to have him in The Big Rock Show family.

Enter a new era for THE BIG ROCK SHOW.....things are only going to get bigger and better.

(March 5, 2008) Starting tonight THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be appearing at QUIVERS LOUNGE Every Wednesday Night from 9pm-1am
QUIVERS is located at 8402 National Turnpike Louisville, Ky. 40214 (502) 361-0025 CLICK HERE FOR A MAP

(January 10, 2008) It's a great new year. Join us this weekend for an ALL AGES show at THE POPE'S HOUSE.
THE POPE'S HOUSE is the Stone & Log Cabin next to Heart of Fire City Church on Bardstown Rd. It's a great place for partys and to see live music.
The show starts at 8pm Saturday night January 12th
I hope you'll come out and bring the kids.

This is really cool....I've found this website that sells MP3's for just .10 each...whole CDs for $ .99
I've found tons of stuff. Join up and get tons of great music. CLICK HERE It's for Real!!!

(January 1, 2008) Happy New Year From THE BIG ROCK SHOW. We look forward to 2008 being our biggest year yet.
Thank you for all your support.

(December 28, 2007) We hope you all had a very Merry Christmas. The end of the year is upon us. We expect 2008 to be a great year for The Big Rock Show.
We've had an amazing seven years. Over 1600 show and no plans to stop anytime soon.

Tomorrow night we'll be in Vine Grove at the New BOONEDOCKS.....formerly The County Line. CLICK HERE FOR A MAP TO THE BOONEDOCKS
We'd like to extend a special invitation to all our military friends at Fort Knox.
Come out for a year end blowout with THE BIG ROCK SHOW!!!!

NEW YEARS EVE join us at STEINERT'S in New Albany, IN. It's just $10 and a great place to Rock in the New Year.

(December 25, 2007) MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF OUR FRIENDS AND FANS. You're the greatest gift we could ever ask for. We Love You All!!!!

(November 22, 2007) THANKSGIVING NIGHT.
THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be playing a special holiday night concert at ANGEL'S ROCKBAR at 4th Street Live!
Don't miss this show at Louisville's Hottest new ROCK Club.
Showtime 10:30-2:30

Sunday November 25th Join THE BIG ROCK SHOW for a special ALL AGES show at "THE POPE'S HOUSE" Log Cabin next to
HEART OF FIRE CITY CHURCH 5101 BARDSTOWN ROAD FERN CREEK (502) 499-2313
The show follows the TOYS FOR TOTS RIDE and is open to everyone.
Free Chili Dogs and Good Time.
The fun starts at 4:00pm

See you there........>

One more note of interest.....
Saturday December 22nd The Big Rock Show will be performing at WICKS PIZZA PUB on Baxter Ave.
The BIG news is it will be our 1600th Show!!!
That's 1600 nights playing a minimum of 3 sets a night approx 4800 Sets or 48,000 songs!!! We don't plan on slowing down anytime soon. Join us for this milestone in our career. Saturday Dec 22nd 10:30pm and WICKS PIZZA PUB on Baxter Ave.

(October 31, 2007)
This is really cool....I've found this website that sells MP3's for just .10 each...whole CDs for $ .99
I've found tons of stuff. Join us and get tons of great music. CLICK HERE It's for Real!!!

(September 11, 2007)

(July 3, 2007) Don't miss The 2007 Phoenix Hill All-Star Band featuring Dave Ernspiker from THE BIG ROCK SHOW.
TONIGHT at the Hill 11:00pm

Heart of Fire
Benefit Poker Run for
DAVID ERNSPIKER
Lead Guitarist for “Big Rock Show”
Saturday June 9^th
Starts @ Bluegrass Harley Davidson
Sign-Ups from 11:00 AM -1:00 PM
$20.00 per Bike
1st Stop TWO LANE LIQUORS
2nd Stop HOOTERS on Preston Hwy.
3rd Stop HOOTERS DuPont on Dutchman's Lane
4th Stop THE FOX'S DEN at O'Malley's Corner
Prizes and More TBA!!!
All Proceeds for this benefit run Go directly for David Ernspiker's
Life or Death Surgery
All Donations are Tax Deductible and greatly appreciated!
Make a Direct Deposit at Fifth Third Bank to the
"Heart of Fire Benevolence Fund"
For More Info 502-499-2313 or 502-499-3036
Heart of Fire City Church
5101 Bardstown Rd Fern Creek KY www.heartoffire.org

(May 25, 2007) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be appearing the annual Sun Valley Benefit for Vietnam Veterans.
Sunday June 24th from noon till 6:00pm at SUN VALLEY PARK CLICK HERE FOR A MAP
Appearing that day will be several local bands including REVOLVER, RARE BREED, BAND LYVE and others
THE BIG ROCK SHOW will perform from 5:00-6:00pm....

(April 6, 2007) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be opening for KANSAS & BONEPONY at the CROWN ROYAL FESTIVAL IN THE FIELD Thursday May 3rd at Churchill Downs. THE BIG ROCK SHOW will play from Noon till 2:00pm. Free with paid $2 track admission

(February 23, 2007) Thank you all for making my Birthday such a special loving occasion. It's really overwhelming the outpouring of Love you all show me night after night. I love you all and thank God for such wonderful friends. ~ Dave Ernspiker.

Due to a scheduling conflict THE BIG ROCK SHOW will NOT be appearing in Lexington tonight as Previously Advertised. We will instead be playing a special Friday night show at TWO LANE LIQUORS.

(February 8, 2007) I know we've been promising it for a long time but we really are going to release a LIVE DVD this year.
But until then here are some BOOTLEG VIDEOS recorded last month...................

(Jan 11, 2007) This Friday January 12th THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be performing for the first time in Lexington, KY.
If you know anyone in the Lexington area let them know your favorite band will be in their neck of the woods.
We'll be performing at the new SADDLE RIDGE Located in downtown Lexington at 1030 S. BROADWAY

(Jan 4, 2007) Twenty-one years ago today saw the passing of one of Rock's Greatest Poets and one of my biggest heroes

(January 1, 2007) HAPPY NEW YEAR from THE BIG ROCK SHOW.
We had a great time with so many of you tonight at R PLACE PUB. We look forward to a GREAT 2007.
Remember....unfortuneately there will be no show this Tuesday night because of the Orange Bowl.

(Dec 26. 2006)
Dave is selling one of his Marshall amps on eBay.
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE AUCTION......

I hope all of you have a wonderful Christmas with your family and friends.
I tend to get blue around the holidays but seeing all of you at our shows always brings joy to my heart. Your friendship and love mean more to me than you'll ever know.

One thing I've come to realize this year is that GOD Loves ALL OF US with no regard for religion. We're all children of our creator and his love transcends all cultural and religious boundaries that we create.

Because of you, I'm able to live my life playing music.
It's the greatest feeling in the world.
So many of you express your appreciation for us and our playing.
It really makes life pretty sweet.

I thought maybe one of us had said something to offend her...I asked why, and she said that her Doctors had told her she only had a few weeks left. She told me she loved us and wanted to see the show before she died.
What an honor....what a blessing.

You all give so much to us....we could never pay it back.
I just hope seeing our show, brings you some happiness, You've brought so much to me

(Nov. 19, 2006) December 8th & 9th THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be bringing our Hyjinx to a new venue, Appropriately called "THE PLACE TO BE" witch you all know is where THE BIG ROCK SHOW is performing.
So December 8th & 9th "THE PLACE TO BE" is..........."THE PLACE TO BE" with your favorite Rockers.....
"THE PLACE TO BE" 8807 3rd St Louisville, Ky (502) 933-7715

(Oct 31, 2006) The Big Rock Show Returns to 4th Street Live!!!
This Friday November 3rd come party with THE BIG ROCK SHOW at SADDLE RIDGE downtown at 4th Street Live. Showtime 10:00-1:00

(Sept 7, 2006) Join THE BIG ROCK SHOW this Saturday from 10-2 at KRAZY DAVE'S (Formerly Yogi's & Chug's) 2817 Del Rio Place (Off Goldsmith Ln) (502) 458-2824 CLICK HERE FOR A MAP

(Aug 1, 2006) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be headlining the LIVE IN LEBANON Friday, Aug. 4, at Centre Square in historic Lebanon from 8-11 p.m.

All those who bring their bike to show will receive a goody bag and will be in contention for prizes that include Mayor’s Choice, Crowd Choice, Band Choice, Ladies Choice and Judges Choice. The prizes include plaques and dinner for two at restaurants in Lebanon.

Meanwhile, you’ll enjoy the FREE Big Rock Show concert. T-N-T Barbecue and the Coors Light beer wagon will also be present. Plus, Centre Square is just steps away from several restaurants. This is a festive atmosphere and, as an exhibitor, you will have the best parking spaces right in view of the stage!

(June 1, 2006) THE BIG ROCK SHOW Returns to Southern Indiana. This Friday June 2, 2006 Experience the awesome power of THE BIG ROCK SHOW Live and In Person at MAC'S HIDEAWAY 1636 Slate Run Rd New Albany, IN (812) 945-4256 CLICK HERE FOR A MAP Showtime 10:00pm
Saturday night join us at ZaZoo's Bar ad Grill in St. Matthews.

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR THE 2006 BIG ROCK BIKEFEST Featuring Live Music From TED NUGENT, THE PAT TRAVERS BAND, and THE BIG ROCK SHOW plus many, many more.....
CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE ONLINE TICKET WINDOW

(April 27, 2006) The Big Rock Show will be hosting the 1st Annual BIG ROCK BIKEFEST July 7-8, 2006 at Bowman Field.
The show is still being organized but it's official appearing Saturday July 8th will be none other than THE MOTOR CITY MADMAN himself TED NUGENT with THE BIG ROCK SHOW opening for him......and there's more to come!!!!
This will be THE Rock Event of the year. The bikefest will feature over 100 venders and custom bike builders.
Visit www.BigRockBikefest.com for more info as it develops.

(April 15, 2006) This Monday -Thursday special guest Bassist TONY Z. from "HEMIBUDDA" will be sitting in for a vacationing Jaymz St.James. Be sure to join us this Monday Night 7:00pm -11:00pm for Louisville's newest Bike Night at HOOPS Grill & Sports Bar 12205 Westport Road (502)327-8002 "Bike Night Specials".... .99 Drafts / .35 Wings / $1.50 Domestic Bottles
Everyone is welcome. CLICK HERE FOR A MAP to HOOPS BIKE NIGHT.

FRIDAY NIGHT 7:00-11:00
BUFFALO CROSSING (502)647-0377 1140 Bagdad Rd. Shelbyville, Ky 40065
BIKE NIGHT.....with 500 head of Bison including a Great White Buffalo!!!

SATURDAY NIGHT
THE OUTLAWS THUNDER PARTY '06 at THE OUTLAWS CLUBHOUSE on 19th & Market.
Everyone's welcome to come. Support your Local Outlaws.

(April 8,2006) THE BIG ROCK SHOW is starting a new Bike Night every Monday at HOOPS on Westport Road. 7:00-11:00pm
CLICK HERE FOR A MAP to HOOPS BIKE NIGHT.

(March 15, 2005) Check out this preview of the forthcoming "BIG ROCK SHOW LIVE!!" DVD. CLICK HERE

(March 6, 2006) Join us EVERY Wednesday night at THE BRICKYARD on Fegenbush Lane right behind Bill Collins Ford.
The Show starts at 7:00 and we Rock till 11:00.

(January 23, 2006) It's 2:30 am and I just got in from tonight's show at The Brickyard. I'm thankful that I'm able to write this,
you see this time 12 years ago I was being rushed to the emergency room after being hit by a drunk driver. It's hard to believe a dozen years have passed. I've forgotten what it's like to walk and to dance. But thankfully I can still play my guitar. I really hate sitting in my wheelchair and I get so frustrated with my limitations but I'm so blessed to be able to make a living playing music for all of you. I get to see the best in so many people, everyone is so thoughtful and accepting of my handicap that sometimes I forget I can't walk because I'm soaring in the clouds on the love people give to me. I'm living my dream so how can I be sad? It's ironic that I lost so much to a drunk driver and now I make my living playing in bars. As I remember the past decade I can say that though I've endured and suffered unthinkable pain. I've also enjoyed immeasurable joy and blessings. The Bible says "God works all things for the good for those who love the Lord" and I know that that is absolutely true. A couple of years ago I tried to write about my experience that started with the accident that took my leg and I called it. THINGS MY GRANDPA TAUGHT ME. If you 'd like to read it click here. Thank you so much for your continued support and encouragement.
I Love You,,

(January 4, 2006) WOW!!! What a Year our Best ever.... 293 BIG ROCK SHOWS!!!!
2006 is going to be even better, Harder and Louder. Thanks for all your continued support.

Starting TONIGHT Wednesday January 4th Experience Louisville's Hardest Rocking and Hardest working band Every Wednesday night at Diamond Pub & Billiards 3814 Frankfort Ave 895-7513 7:00-11:00pm

(December 19, 2005)
Join us this Christmas Eve and Christmas Night at JIM PORTER'S GOOD TIME EMPORIUM in the Grand Ballroom
Saturday Dec 24th 9:30pm-3:00am and Sunday December 25th 9:30pm-1:30am

(November 8, 2005) Join us this Saturday Nov 12th at 4th Street LIVE! for the taping of the Winter Season of "Southern Comfort's LOUISVILLE LIVE!!!" There will be GREAT bands filming future episodes of Louisville's Premier Live Music TV Show.
Here's the lineup for Saturday.

The BIG ROCK SHOW's first "LOUISVILLE LIVE!!!" show will air again this Thursday Nov 10th at 11:30pm on WBKI Cable 7 THE WB NETWORK

(November 7, 2005) Changes are Good..... This is our last Monday night at Creekers. Starting Monday November 21st we'll be at THE BRICKYARD...just down the street at 4300 Fegenbush Ln Every Monday night from 7:00-11:00pm.
Starting this week we have a New Place on Wednesdays to Party...CRAZY TRAIN 4002 Bardstown Rd 7:00-11:00pm. Please join us and help build these new venues into regular BIG ROCK NIGHTS.

(November 4, 2005) Join us this weekend in St Matthews.
Tonight at MAIER'S TAVERN 11:00-3:00 and Saturday night at ZAZOO'S BAR & GRILL 10:30-2:30. See ya there!!!!

(October 25, 2005) HALLOWEEN PARTY & BIKE RUN

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29, 2005
7 PM - Midnight

MUSIC BY
“THE BIG ROCK SHOW”

Under The Big Tent at City Church
FOOD * BEER * PRIZES (best costumes)* RAFFLES * PULLTABS *TATTOOS by Jolly Rogers

Bike Run Sign ups @ 4-5pm
$10/Poker Hand
Run leaves from City Church

Heart of Fire City Church
5101 Bardstown Road
Fern Creek 502-499-2313

This Ain't no Church Picnic.... Come Ready To Rock and Party all night long. Campers, Tents and RVs Welcome.

(October 2, 2005) This week we're putting the finishing touches on our new LIVE DVD, it will be available for the holidays.

(September 4, 2005) WE'RE BACK!!!. Hurricane Katrina knocked out our web host which is located in New Orleans but they, incredibly, got things back online in just a few days.

(August 22, 2005) OVER 20,000 Visitors to www.BigRockShow.com
Join us this week at the Kentucky State Fair in the BUDWEISER Tent on the West Lawn

4 SHOWS EACH NIGHT
Thursday August 25th ~ 8:30-9:15, 9:30-10:15, 10:30-11:10, 11:20-11:50

Friday August 26th ~ 8:40-9:25 9:45-10:30 10:50-11:35 11:50-12:45

Saturday August 27th ~ 8:40-9:25 9:45-10:30 10:50-11:35 11:50-12:45

Sunday August 28th ~ 8:30 - 9:15, 9:30-10:15, 10:30-11:10, 11:20-11:50

(August 17,2005) Win the WQMF Labor Day Weekend Block Party with THE BIG ROCK SHOW.
Click here to register. One Lucky Winner will have their Backyard invaded by WQMF, THE BIG ROCK SHOW and 80's Hair Rockers XS.

(August 16, 2005) Don't miss THE BIG ROCK SHOW this Thursday on "LOUISVILLE LIVE!" on WBKI (Cable ch 7 / Broadcast 34) at 11:30pm SET YOUR VCR's and TiVO's.

(July 4, 2005) This Friday July 8th THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be making a special concert appearance at COYOTE'S in Downtown Louisville. Tickets are $5 and available through . We will have a limited number of tickets for our biggest fans and friends, so If you're out at any of our other shows this week, feel free to ask for a ticket to Friday's show.
Don't miss this one THE BIG ROCK SHOW Live at COYOTE'S FRIDAY JULY 8 10:00pm

(June 27, 2005) Join us TONIGHT for CREEK'ERS bike night 7-11 Free Food and THE BIG ROCK SHOW!!!!! See ya There..... It's the place to be EVERY MONDAY

Next Friday July 8th Don't miss us at COYOTE'S for a Very Special BIG ROCK SHOW Concert Event!!!!

(June 18, 2005) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be headlining this years FREEDOM FEST Sat July 2 at HEART OF FIRE CITY CHURCH. Freedom Fest is an All-Day Bike Rally with Live music from LANDSHARK, HIGH NOON, FOUR-WAY, PARADIGM GROOVE, PHOENIX, and of course THE BIG ROCK SHOW.

In addition to music there will be a Bikini, Bike and Tattoo Contests. Texas Hold' Em Poker Tournament. Food, Beer and Lots of other fun stuff.

(June 6, 2005) Starting TONIGHT THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be hosting a New BIKE NIGHT at CREEK'ER'S in FERN CREEK.
Every Monday night 7:00-11:00. FREE FOOD From 7:00 till ????

(June 5, 2005) Thanks to everyone that made the 2005 Bluegrass Bikefest a success. The Rain made Friday night's show an "intimate" affair. (i.e. Only a few people got to see it) But The Saturday show was a Spectacle for thousands of screaming Rock Fans. We'd like to publicly apologize to WARRANT For kicking their asses and showing 'em where the "Down Boys" can go.
Click here a check out Photos from both Friday & Saturday's Shows

"They were quite a group, the boys of Vietnam -- boys who fought a terrible and vicious war without enough support from home, boys who were dodging bullets while we debated the efficacy of the battle. It was often our poor who fought in that war; it was the unpampered boys of the working class who picked up the rifles and went on the march. They learned not to rely on us; they learned to rely on each other. And they were special in another way: They chose to be faithful. They chose to reject the fashionable skepticism of their time. They chose to believe and answer the call of duty. They had the wild, wild courage of youth. They seized certainty from the heart of an ambivalent age; they stood for something.

And we owe them something, those boys. We owe them first a promise: That just as they did not forget their missing comrades, neither, ever, will we." ~ Ronald Reagan May 26, 1986

"Like those Boys in Vietnam, our American Warriors who have paid the ultimate sacrifice during this War on Terror and every other war and conflict this nation has endured, we owe them a debt that can never be repaid. We must always honor their memory and support their brothers who survived. For it was their sacrifice that guaranteed and insured our freedoms we take for granted every day.
Remember why we have this day off from work to spend with our families.
It's to honor our fallen American Warriors" ~ David Ernspiker May 30, 2005

(May 26, 2005) Starting next Wednesday June 1st THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be appearing every Wednesday night from 8-midnight at NEW DIRECTION BAR & GRILL

Starting Monday June 6th THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be hosting a New BIKE NIGHT at CREEK'ER'S in FERN CREEK.
Every Monday night 7:00-11:00

(May 8, 2005) The Chow Wagon was amazing, the crowd was so receptive, Louisville is starving for Good Ol' Fashioned Hard Rock...And THE BIG ROCK SHOW gave it to 'em....Loud and Hard

ROCK IS BACK.......AND IT'S BIG!!!!!!

(May 6, 2005) EXPERIENCE THE BIG ROCK SHOW tonight at the KY DERBY CHOW WAGON at Waterfront Park from 8-11pm For most bands that would be enough for one night.....but not THE BIG ROCK SHOW. After getting the machine going at the CHOW WAGON, THE BIG ROCK SHOW will head over to PHOENIX HILL and ROCK till Dawn!!! 1-5am

(May 3, 2005) DERBY WEEK ROCKS WITH THE BIG ROCK SHOW.
TUESDAY NIGHT........................ R PLACE PUB 10:30-2:30 w/ Guest Drummer Mark Langley
WEDNESDAY MORNING... Dave, Jaymz and DW are special guests on 100.5WTFX's "Morning Movement" 6-10am
WEDNESDAY NIGHT.................. PHOENIX HILL TAVERN 9:30-2:30 w/Guest Drummer Jeff Jarboe
THURSDAY NIGHT...................... TWO LANE BIKE NIGHT 8:00-Midnight
FRIDAY (DERBY EVE)............... (1st show)KY DERBY CHOW WAGON 8:00pm-11:00pm
FRIDAY (DERBY EVE)............... (2nd show)PHOENIX HILL TAVERN 1:00am-5:00am
SATURDAY (DERBY NIGHT)...... THE DERBY PARTY to End ALL DERBY PARTIES..
The Annual "DERBY SURVIVERS" Party at 3700 Red Oak Dr. LaGrange, KY 40031
...This will be THE blow-out of the year and you're invited. (Click HERE for a map)

(April 23, 2005) Join us tonight after THUNDER OVER LOUISVILLE at WICK'S PUB on BAXTER AVE.
This will be our only appearance at WICKS in the Highlands this year.

(March 24, 2005) Get Wild with THE BIG ROCK SHOW Friday at TK's PUB and Saturday at ZaZoo's in St Matthews.

(March 2, 2005) This weekend THE BIG ROCK SHOW invades St. Matthews, Friday night join us at DUTCH'S TAVERN and Saturday we'll be across the street at MAIER'S TAVERN.

(February 25, 2005) Join us tonight at TK's PUB. This is our first time performing at TK's. Tonight ladies get in free and Everyone can drink Coors for $1. Saturday night THE BIG ROCK SHOW returns to WICK on DIXIE, for another explosive show!! See ya this weekend.

(February 16, 2005) Join us tonight at The Phoenix Hill Tavern with Guest Drummer Jeff Jarboe. This weekend THE BIG ROCK SHOW returns to THE GOLDEN NUGGET. Next Tuesday help us celebrate guitarist Dave Ernspiker's 35th Birthday at R PLACE PUB!!
(February 11, 2005) Join us tonight at R PLACE PUB and tomorrow at MAIER'S TAVERN to celebrate JAYMZ ST. JAMES' Birthday.

(January 25, 2005) This Saturday Jan 29, 2005 THE BIG ROCK SHOW was scheduled to play at Kelsey's Bar & Grill in New Albany, In. The Bar has been sold and they have cancelled all entertainment. They did this today, leaving us little time to find another venue.
But fortunately ZaZoo's Bar & Grill in St Matthews will host THE BIG ROCK SHOW this Saturday.
So please ignore the LEO and The VELOCITY This week.....TELL ALL YOUR FRIENDS!!!!
Saturday night come see THE BIG ROCK SHOW at ZaZoo's Bar & Grill 102 Bauer Ave (502) 894-8030

(January 17, 2005) Please visit and post on our new MESSAGE BOARD.   We hope this will become an interactive online community for friends of THE BIG ROCK SHOW.

(January 11, 2005) Join us this Friday at ZaZoo's Bar & Grill, St. Matthews Newest Hot Spot. It's a really nice place with great food and THE BIG ROCK SHOW Friday Night from 9:00-1:00 ZaZoo's Bar & Grill 102 Bauer Ave (502) 894-8030

(January 1, 2005) HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! 2005 is going to be a GREAT year for THE BIG ROCK SHOW. We've got lot's of surprises in store for you/   Thank you for all your support in 2004. Because of your support we're Louisville's Hardest Working Band FIVE NIGHTS A WEEK....EVERY WEEK.....LIVE LOUD HARD ROCK


(December 20, 2004) Here are some upcoming Holiday Highlights for THE BIG ROCK SHOW ...........

Tuesday Dec 21st at R PLACE PUB will be a night to remember when two of Louisville's Premier Drummers, David Lloyd Williams, Jr. & Jeff Jarboe, join Jaymz & Dave for a HUGE ROCK SHOW.

Friday Dec 24th at THE PHOENIX HILL TAVERN A special BIG ROCK Christmas Eve Show in the SALOON.

(December 10, 2004) Join THE BIG ROCK SHOW this weekend at the NEW WICK'S PIZZA on DIXIE HWY.
DIXIE WICKS 10966 Dixie Hwy (502) 995-4333 CLICK HERE FOR A MAP

(November 30, 2004) Beginning this week THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be appearing every Wednesday Night thru January at CHUG'S (Formerly MASSEY'S) 2817 Del Rio Pl. (502) 473-0805 CLICK HERE FOR A MAP from 8-Midnite.

(November 6,2004) Dave Will be doing a solo acoustic set at R PLACE This Tuesday 11/09/04
THE BIG ROCK SHOW will return next Tuesday night. 11/16/04

(November 1, 2004) Tomorrow is Election Day. Be sure to get out and Vote for our President GEORGE W. BUSH
After the polls are in Join us at R PLACE PUB for THE BIG ROCK SHOW's 200th Tuesday night at R PLACE.
The evening will be full of surprise guests and is guaranteed to be a night to remember

(September 15, 2004) THE BIG ROCK SHOW's computer has crashed and lost ALL of your email addresses. If you would like to continue to receive BIG ROCK SHOW email announcements and updates PLEASE send us an email by clicking HERE.

(September 10, 2004) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be at GOOD TIMES PUB in Middletown for the first time tonight. I've heard nothing but good things about this place, so please come out and support us in this new venue
GOOD TIMES PUB 12612 Shelbyville Rd. 502-245-3220

(August 29, 2004) THE BIG ROCK SHOW has been asked to rock the NBL BMX GRAND NATOINALS this Friday September 3rd at E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park. The will play from 6:30-9:00pm
Click Here for more info about the BMX GRAND NATIONALS

(August 18, 2004) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will KICK OFF the UL vs UK game at Papa Johns Cardinal Stadium Sunday September 5th with a Pre-Game Tailgate concert at 1:00pm .....ROCK 'N' ROLL and FOOTBALL!!!!!

(August 16,2004) Thank you to everyone who came out to Kelsey's in New Albany Saturday.   The show was a great and they've asked us to become regulars. So we finally have a nice place in Southern Indiana to call home. We'll be there again on December 4th and on a regular rotation starting in 2005

(August 9, 2004) My brother, Sam "Shake" Anderson, one of Louisville's most beloved talents, has been in the hospital since June 2nd with a perforated esophagus.   He's had two surgeries to correct this painful problem. MERF and I have organized a benefit concert for him on Sunday September 5th at Headliners Music Hall. The concert will feature:
THE IMPRESSIONS (Rock n Roll Hall of Fame 1991),Shannon Lawson, LoveSauce and SoulBones, danny flanigan and the rain chorus, Butch Rice. The Big Rock Show, and David Ernspiker and The LoveShakers.
Sam "Shake" Anderson was a founding member of two of Louisville's most succesful bands.
DOMANI and LOVESAUCE and SOULBONES.and the musical director for soul legends THE IMPRESSIONS.
I'm asking for your support on this, Shake is in dire need and I'm hoping this concert will help ease his recuperation.   This is one show you CAN NOT miss It's sure to be an amazing night of music.

(August 2, 2004) THE BIG ROCK SHOW has been immortalized for future generations.
Photography and graphic manipulations by RANDY HAYNES

Photography and graphic manipulations by RANDY HAYNES

(July 27, 2004) This Saturday July 31, 2004 THE BIG ROCK SHOW and KISS ARMY will be doing a special Night of Classic Rock featuring the music of KISS, VAN HALEN, AC/DC and TED NUGENT. at HEADLINER'S MUSIC HALL 1386 Frankfort Avenue. The show starts at 8:30pm

(July 14, 2004) Last Nights Concert with REO SPEEDWAGON was an absolute blast. If you missed it you missed an amazing BIG ROCK SHOW moment. REO Speedwagon were all extremely kind and supportive of the band they gave us plenty of room and time for a proper soundcheck. They were all very cool guys. The Staff at Coyote's went out of their way to treat us great.
Then showtime....WOW a sold out venue like Coyotes is a site to behold....From the stage The audience was fantastic and seemed to LOVE THE BIG ROCK SHOW. It was a great night for all of us. Thank you to everyone who came out and continue to support us. We Love You. Click Here's for a page of photos from the show.......

(July 12,2004) Tickets for the REO SPEEDWAGON Concert at COYOTE'S on Tuesday July 13th. are $20 in advace and $25 day of the show THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be opening.

(July 6. 2004)

(June 30, 2004) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be opening for REO SPEEDWAGON at COYOTE'S on Tuesday July 13th.

(June 23, 2004) Slammers has closed it's doors....temporarily at least. So there will be no BIG ROCK SHOW bike night tonight or next Wednesday.

(June 22, 2004) Dave is selling one of his Marshall 100 watt Heads on eBay If you're interested you can go directly to the auction by clicking HERE

(June 18, 2004) Check out the cool new Big Rock Show wearables in the Merchandise section,

(May 18, 2004) This week THE BIG ROCK SHOW celebrates it's third anniversary of Rockin' Louisville. It's hard to believe it's already been three years since Jaymz and I put the band together.   Tonight at R Place will be special with Jeff Jarboe on Drums and Rod Wurtele on Keys, Wednesday don't miss our new bike night at SLAMMERS on Crumbs Lane. Thursday the Rock and Hamburgers will be rolling out at TWO LANE, Friday night MAIER'S TAVERN, our home in St Matthews will be the place to be and Saturday join us at LONGSHOTS on Frankfort Ave next door to "Louisville's Best Pizza" CLIFTONS PIZZA . Make an evening of it Go to CLIFTONSfor dinner then roll next door to LONGSHOTS for Rock N Roll and Great Drink Prices.

(May 7, 2004) This is a very strange feeling. It's 8:45 Friday night and I'm usually getting ready for a show, but tonight, for the 1st time in over 2 years we're taking the night off.    Tomorrow night I'll be doing a special show with Sam "Shake" Anderson at the AIR DEVILS INN.   Shake and I used to play together in Lovesauce and Soulbones. We also owned and operated a recording studio together called the Soul Shack. We produced several R&B and Gospel albums during our time together.   I'm really looking forward to playing with him again.   There's been no rehearsals or discussions about what we're gonna play we're just gonna get on stage and make music all night long.
It'll be a very special night.
I hope you can join us.

(April 26, 2004) This week Louisville will host 1000's of visitors for the Kentucky Derby. Be sure to brnig all of your out-of-town friends to experience Louisville's Hardest working band THE BIG ROCK SHOW. This Thursday join us for Louisville's biggest bike night at TWO LANE Liqours Friday DERBY EVE we'll be rockin' all night long at WICKS PUB on Baxter Ave. and Derby night join us at MAIER'S TAVERN in the heart of St. Matthews.

(April 11, 2004) Buy your tickets now for the

\ BIG ROCK SHOW concert April 25 at EXPO 5 available through www.ticketweb.com
This weekend THE BIG ROCK SHOW played at THE BOONDOCKS in Shepherdsville, KY for the first time. It's a really cool place on 36 acres with a 17 acre lake If you live in southern Louisville, Mt Washington or Shepherdsville go check the place out. We'll play there again in May Thunder Over Louisville is this Saturday so after the Fireworks join us at THE GOLDEN NUGGET for more explosive Rock n Roll.

(April 10. 2004) JOLLY MON'S in Fern Creek where many of you first heard THE BIG ROCK SHOW closed it's doors for good today.

(March 19, 2004) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will opening for Hard Rock Legends

Sunday April 25th at EXPO 5 Tickets are available through www.ticketweb.com
The new lineup of

includes Phil Mogg, Pete Way, Vinnie Moore, Jason Bonham, and Paul Raymond

(March 18, 2004) Last night at The Phoenix Hill was a blast. Check out the new Photos in the Live Photo section.
We'll see you all this weekend at THE GOLDEN NUGGET..... PLAY LOUD!!!!!

(March 17, 2004) Happy St Patrick's Day join us tonight from 6:30-10:00 at The Phoenix Hill Tavern.
PLEASE READ: Unfortunately CLUB KING were so many of you come to rock with us in Okolona has new owners, Paul & Jackie, They have decided to no longer have live music.   This leaves us with no club in Okolona to bring THE BIG ROCK SHOW to all you rockers.   We're very sorry about this.   If you'd like to see us back at Club King call Paul & Jackie and let them know 966-8223

(March 2, 2004) This week THE BIG ROCK SHOW Drum throne will be filled by some of Louisville's very best drummers. Tuesday NIght at R PLACE PUB Max Maxwell (Spanky Lee) and Mark Langley, Will share the drum duties, Wednesday night at THE PHOENIX HILL TAVERN, Jeff Jarboe (Wulfe Bros.) will reign over the kit. Thursday - Saturday our own David Lloyd Williams, Jr. will return to his spot as our full time drummer.

(February 29, 2004) Thank you to everyone that came out to Monon Statin this weekend to support THE BIG ROCK SHOW. We'd like to apologize to our X-treme bikere brothers, The Metal Bikes crew, for the Moron Doorman that turned you away. You guys would've made the night if you could've stayed.   We Love you all.
This coming weekend we'll be at AIR DEVILS INN on Friday and WICKS PUB on Baxter Ave. Saturday
St. Patrick's Day be sure to join us for an early show (6:30-10:00) at THE POHOENIX HILL TAVERN in the ROOF GARDEN.

(February 22, 2004) Our heads are still ringin' from this wekends shows.   Friday night at R Place had to be one of our best shows ever.     With David Williams back in the band we're better and stronger than ever. The crowd was so intense and into it, you all made the show for us. Last night at Maier's evryone celebrated Dave Ernspiker's birthday. Dave thanks everyone there and ecspecially those who made a special effort to make the evening something to remember.
This Tuesday LISA CARVER Sill be on drums at R PLACE and next weekend (Feb 27 & 28) THE BIG ROCK SHOW makes our premiere perforance at MONON STATION in New Albany, In.   We hope you all can come out and rock with us.

(February 13, 2004) Happy Valentine's Day! This has been a great week for THE BIG ROCK SHOW Tuesday night at R PLACE Drummer Jaff Jarboe of the Wulfe Bros. sat in with us.   Jeff is an amazing drummer and a super guy.   He'll be performing with us this coming Tuesday. Jeff and Lis Carver wil be filling the drum throne on Tuesdays. Wednesday night THE BIG ROCK SHOW took over the Phoenix Hill Tavern. The crowd was electric with the return of live loud rock n roll to the hill. This weekend we're celebrating Valentine's Day at CLUB KING.   We hope you'll join us.

(January 27, 2004) Join THE BIG ROCK SHOW this Friday night at MAIER'S TAVERN and Saturdsy night at WICKS PUB on Baxter Ave.

(January 17, 2004) Tonight THE BIG ROCK SHOW travels to Winchester, Ky for the grand opening of the new Bluegrass Chapter OUTLAWS clubhouse. This is sure to be the Hell-Raisin' party of the year.

(January 14, 2004) This Sunday January 18th THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be opening for THE SOUTHERN ROCK ALL-STARS which features founding or former members of such hard driving Southern Rock acts as Blackfoot, Molly Hatchet, and The Rossington Band. THE BIG ROCK SHOW starts at 8:00 and The Southern Rock All-Stars hit the stage at 9:00.   You don't wanna miss this one.   JIM PORTER'S GOOD TIME EMPORIUM Sunday January 18th 8:00pm

(January 12, 2004) The Big Rock Show will not be at R PLACE PUB this week Come out and have a good time With Dave Ernspiker and Rachel Stump The Stumps ~ America's Premier Three Legged Duo~   This Tuesday Jan 13th at R PLACE PUB.

(January 10, 2004) Let us know you were here.   Please sign our guestbook.

(January 2, 2004) HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!!     Join us tonight at DUTCH'S TAVERN.

(December 27, 2003) Join us tonight at MAIER'S TAVERN.............

(December 25, 2003) Merry Christmas everyone. We hope that this season finds you all in good health and cheer. We thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support and encouragement.
MERRY CHRISTMAS,
      Dave Ernspiker,   Jaymz St. James and David Lloyd Williams, Jr.
                                THE BIG ROCK SHOW

(December 23, 2003) There are new live recordings in the Music Section. Recorded last Friday night at The Phoenix HIll Tavern. Download Big Rock Show versions of "Little Wing" , "Dazed & Confused", "Crazy Train", "Sweet Leaf/War Pigs", "I'm The One", "Bark At The Moon" and the classic love ballad "Wang Dang Sweet Poontang". Also for the first time anywhere THE BIG ROCK SHOW'S new original "FULL THROTTLE LOVE"   Merry Christmas

(December 20, 2003) Thank you to everyone who came out to support us at THE PHOENIX HILL last night.   It was great seeing all of you there. I hope you enjoyed the show. If you've not been yet Wednesday nights at CLUB KING is a blast. Try to join us whenever you can on a Wednesday night.....You'll love it.

(December 5, 2003) Reserve your table now at CLUB KING for NEW YEARS EVE with THE BIG ROCK SHOW
$10 per person includes a midnight champagne toast.   Call Club King to make reservations 966-8223.

(November 10, 2003)   IT'S OFFICIAL.   DAVID LLOYD WILLIAMS, JR. has returned permanently to The Big Rock Show drum throne. For those of you who've seen David before you all know he is truly one of the world's greatest rock drummers.   We are proud to once again have our brother David as a member of The Big Rock Show.   David will be performing with the band every Wednesday - Saturday.    Tuesday nights at R Place we will continue to rotate special guest drummers.
We have been blessed to have had the region's top players occupy the drum throne while we searched for the perfect third member.   Thank you to Jerry McBroom, Marty Willis, Lisa Carver, and Duane Smith.

(November 8, 2003) Thinking about the holidays yet?? THE BIG ROCK SHOW is ready for this holiday season.
Thanksgiving eve and the day after Thanksgiving we'll be at MAIER'S TAVERN in St. Matthews.   Friday December 19th is the date for the 'official' BIG ROCK SHOW CHRISTMAS PARTY....where..   THE PHOENIX HILL'S ROOF GARDEN!!

(October 28, 2003) Dave and Jaymz enjoyed last night's G3 concert in Nashville and met guitar legends Yngwie Malmsteen, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Billy Sheehan and Tony MacAlpine. Click for pictures from the show.

This week Jaymz and Dave will be joined by drummers Marty Willis on Tuesday, David Lloyd Williams, Jr. Thursday, and Jerry "BoomBoom" McBroom on Friday & Saturday at Maier's Tavern.

Saturday Afternoon THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be performing at STEINERT'S TAVERN from 2-4 as the final stop for their Biker Poker Run.

(October 19, 2003) Thanks to drummer Marty Willis this weekend was great. Marty is a great drummer. He'll be with us this Wednesday at Donahue's. This Thursday, Friday and Saturday we're proud to annouce the triumphant return of David Lloyd Williams, Jr. to the throne. As you may know, David was our first full-time drummer. We're thankful to have David, Marty, Jerry, Lisa and Duane working with us until we announce a full-time third member.

(October 18, 2003) I've been instructed to revise the reason for Adam Turgeon's departure from the band.
"Drummer Adam Turgeon has left the Big Rock Show due to 'Personal Reasons'."
Don't worry Jaymz and Dave will continue to perform 5 nights a week with special guest drummers until a permanent third member is named.

(October 18, 2003) Remember Kids.....Just Say No To Drugs.

(October 15, 2003) Here's a transcription of the article about THE BIG ROCK SHOW in the October 8, 2003 edition of the Leo Weekly newspaper.
Really Big Show:
Louisville power trio BIG ROCK SHOW live up to their name
music preview by Jay Ditzer

(October 14, 2003) Check out the new T Shirts, Jerseys, Hats and Sweatshirts in the Merchandise section.
THE STUMPS ~America's Premier 3-Legged Duo~ will be performing at R PLACE tonight and at Wick's Pub tomorrow.
The search for a full time Big Rock Show drummer is still on.   This Thursday at TWO LANE Marty Willis of Tureezmo Cruz Blues Band will be behind the kit.

(October 9, 2003) Drummer Adam Turgeon has left The Big Rock Show.

(October 5, 2003) What an awesome weekend.   We've found a new home in Okolona. CLUB KING. We had a great time there this weekend. The people are friendly and they even serve Bean soup with Fried Cornbread (Dave's all-time Favorite)
Thanks to everyone who came out this weekend. We'll see you at Club King again soon.

(October 3, 2003) New Big Rock Show photos from photographer Wayne Dennon Added to the LIVE PHOTOS Page

(September 28, 2003) The music world has lost one of it's greatest guitarists SHAWN LANE the virtuoso from Memphis, Tn passed away friday night at the age of 40. Click here for The Shawn Lane Pages Website

(September 27, 2003) We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend Tim Lanham.   We extend our sympathies to his family and his many friends.   May God bless you Tim.

(September 26, 2003) THE BIG ROCK SHOW Fan Club has new T-Shirts, Jerseys and other cool stuff available. Click Here.

(September 24, 2003) What a busy year it's been. As of today,The Big Rock Show has played 210 shows in 2003.
That number probably makes us THE busiest band in Louisville.   Thank you all for supporting us and making it possible for us to make our living doing what we love.... Rockin'!!

(September 11, 2003) Two years after those miserable sand maggots infected our country, we're still the greatest, strongest nation in the world. Who's the next group of morons to stand up and get their ass handed to them the the USA?

This weekend THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be headlining the Heritage Festival in Lanesville, Indiana. Friday NIght 7-11
Saturday we will return to Louisville and appear at The Golden Nugget.

Next week Adam will be out of town on yet another vacation.   So filling in on Drums Tuesday and Thursday will be the amazing LISA CARVER. Friday & Saturday our original drummer Jerry "BoomBoom" McBroom will return to the throne.

(September 9, 2003) THE BIG ROCK SHOW will not be performing tonight at R PLACE PUB. Instead Dave's Acoustic Duo THE STUMPS ~America's Premier 3-Legged Acousitc Duo~ will be there from 10-2.   Check out THE STUMPS website at www.TheStumps.net

(August 28, 2003)

(August 26, 2003) Photographer Randy Haynes shot some photos last night of the band.   We've added them the the LIVE PHOTOS section .   Tanks Randy>

(August 14, 2003) Dave and Jaymz experienced THE SPIRIT OF THE WILD tongiht at the TED NUGENT concert.
Click Here for photos from the show

(August 13, 2003) There has been some confusion and rumours about THE BIG ROCK SHOW opening for TED NUGENT Tommrrow night at Cardinal Stadium.   While we wish that could have been arranged we unfortunately are NOT playing tommorow.   We apologize for any confusion and we'll see everyone Next week at TWO LANE.
Join us Friday Night at Maier's Tavern in St. Matthews or Saturday night at the SMYRNA INN.

(August 12, 2003) Dave is Selling one of his Guitar Amps on eBay.   The Line6 DuoVerb 100 Watt Stereo Head.
Click Here to Check it out.

(August 12, 2003) Here's some crazy news.   The Big Rock Show is actually taking a night off. This thursday we've decided to take a night off and go to the TED NUGENT concert. We'll return to Two Lane next week for Louisville's Biggest, Baddest Bike night. This friday we'll be at Maier's Tavern along with the Waggner High School Class of '82 for their 21? year reunion.   It's sure to be a Big Rock Blow Out. Saturday night we return to the Smyrna Inn.

Next Saturday Aug 23rd from 2-5pm.   We'll be the special guests of the Louisville Outlaws at the Bluegrass Bash Bike Rally at The Bullit Co. Fairgrounds.   It's a three day Bike Extravaganza Hosted by the KMA/KBA

(August 6, 2003) Dave recently did an interview with www.BallBusterHardMusic.com Metro Metal Report.
Click Here To Read a transcription of it.

(August 1, 2003) The Big Rock Show returns to Southern Indiana this weekend. Join us Friday and Saturday night at STEINERT'S TAVERN.

(July 30, 2003) Join THE BIG ROCK SHOW tonight to celebrate THE PHOENIX HILL TAVERN'S 27th Anniversary

(July 28, 2003)

(July 7, 2003) This is going to be a busy week for THE BIG ROCK SHOW.
Monday Night we'll be at JOLLY MON'S from 8-midnite, Tuesday night R PLACE PUB, Wednesday night WICK'S PUB on BAXTER AVE. at 10:30pm, Every Thursday Night we host Louisville's BIGGEST, BADDEST BIKE Night at TWO LANE Liquors, Friday THE BIG ROCK SHOW returns to it's Birthplace DUTCH'S TAVERN. Saturday We'll be playing two shows.
Saturday afternoon join THE BIG ROCK SHOW at HOOTER'S on Dixie Hwy for the Poker Run. Bikers Register for the Run at Hooter' s on Preston between 10-noon and The Band Starts at Dixie at 1:30 with prizes at 4:00. Saturday Night THE BIG ROCK SHOW will be at THE PHOENIX HILL TAVERN Taproom 9:30pm-2:30am.
How do we stay so busy? LOUISVILLE LOVES REAL, LIVE, LOUD HARD ROCK!
(July 4, 2003) Happy Independence Day

(July 3, 2003) Click Here to sign our New Guestbook

CONGRATULATIONS TO PAUL and JENNIFER SMITH on THE BIRTH OF THEIR BABY GIRL, AUDREY.

(June 12, 2003) Adam is on vacation and this week THE BIG ROCK SHOW has vetern sticksman Duane Smith on drums.   Duane is a great drummer and a awesome guy.   Be sure to come out and check out the show.
Click Here To Join THE BIG ROCK SHOW Official Mailing List

(June 6, 2003) THE BIG ROCK SHOW had a great time at The Bluegrass Bikefest. Unfortunately due to the rain the crowd was made up of just a handful of diehard fans and the vendors. We were happy to meet so many nice people from around the country.   I'm sure The Bluegrass Bikefest will grow into a Major Annual event. I was really impressed by DALLAS MOORE who took the stage as we were leaving. He's got a great band.
We're adding more photos all the time to both sections.   If you've been to a recent show look for yourself here

(June 3, 2003) Site Updates! We've added two new photos sections. LIVE PHOTOS and FRIENDS and FANS. Enjoy

(May 31, 2003) This is another of those 6 nights of Rock week for THE BIG ROCK SHOW. Every Monday night JOLLY MON'S in Fern Creek is T