Proud to say that Steve was my Great Uncle I got to meet him at a singer song writer festival when I was about 11 or 12 years old and it was after Steve had his stroke and he wasn't in the best condition health wise and I remember it being very sad but I am very fortunate for videos like this one that show case how great of a Singer song writer and musician My great uncle was back in his prime. I was born in 1995 so if it weren't for these videos I wouldn't have had the chance to hear/see The Texas Lariat at his best RIP Great Uncle Steve!
First saw Steve Fromholz in 1974 at the Armadillo with Rusty Wier and instantly loved his musical works. I was ending my duty as a combat-aerial photographer at Bergstrom AFB outside Austin. I photographed the various musicians and printed them 16x20 in exchange for 'dillo tickets. In 1976 he was headlining with Rusty Weir and I presented a framed print to each songwriter in appreciation to them of their music which made my military time bearable and soon would be discharged. As I handed to photo to Steve he embraced me into a big bear hug. Have five of his albums, love each one along with those of Rusty Wier. I was so very sad when I heard of his passing. Steve, you filled that 'Big Hat.'
Everyone who is in any way connected with the Kerrville Folk Festival will miss one of our favorite singer/songwriters and inspirations. R.I.P. dear Steve.
Went to see the Steve Fromholz at La Zona Rosa in Austin, a classic music joint, years ago. During a break, me and my future wife were talking to him and he said he'd play a song for her during the next set. He got finished and didn't play the song. We confronted him as he was packing up after and said, "Hey you didn't play a song for us." He sat down on the edge of the stage and played a song right in front of us. I'll never forget that
Wonderful song with great lyrics. His words paint the perfect vision of the Man In The Big Hat. Steve really represented Texas music of that era. Great songwriter, Great voice, total confidence and stage presence....
I remember this song from when I was stationed at Bergstrom AFB in Austin. It's stayed with me all these years as one of the best songs ever written. It still is.
I think this is my favorite song of all time. I should have been a #1 hit. We got to see Steve when he played the Dry Gulch at UTA. RIP and thanks for all the great music.
omg this guy is one of my regulars at the grocery store. he's a very sweet man and loves to make people smile. amazing the stories of people you meet when scanning their groceries.
Followed "Froghuzt" from Steam Boat Springs to Liberty Lunch. Let's all raise one for my 103 year old grandmother's favorite singer. See ya soon when the time comes.........
Harold Gavagan, Played this for me. He asked me if heard of this guy.I said yes then he played it. I have a letter from Steve a few years back telling me the story. Harolds Corral is still there.
One of my favorite songs from the early days of KNON broadcasts. I just verified that the Harold's Cave Creek Corral is still there and stepped inside using Google maps.
Saw Steve opening for Willie ETSU Homecoming 76. In the Fieldhouse. Unfortunately airplane hangers are not the best for acoustic integrity. Still remember Dear Darcy and Texas Trilogy. Actually interviewed for coaching job in Kopperl Tx. Did't get hired.
Sad news, Steven Fromholz, one of Austin's foremost songwriters during the 1970s outlaw country era, died Sunday from an accident with a firearm, his family reported. He was 68. Longtime friend Craig Hillis said Sunday night that Fromholz died at the Flying B Ranch in Schleicher County, about 40 miles south of San Angelo. A brief statement from the family says: "The accident involved the unexpected discharge of his shotgun as he prepared for an afternoon hunt to address a feral hog infestation that had been menacing the goat population in Schleicher County. Steven died being a rancher, an avocation he heartily embraced with his sweetheart, Susan Buchholz." Fromholz suffered a stroke about 10 years ago but had largely recovered over the years, Hillis said. In 2007, Fromholz was selected Poet Laureate of Texas.
Proud to say that Steve was my Great Uncle I got to meet him at a singer song writer festival when I was about 11 or 12 years old and it was after Steve had his stroke and he wasn't in the best condition health wise and I remember it being very sad but I am very fortunate for videos like this one that show case how great of a Singer song writer and musician My great uncle was back in his prime. I was born in 1995 so if it weren't for these videos I wouldn't have had the chance to hear/see The Texas Lariat at his best RIP Great Uncle Steve!
First saw Steve Fromholz in 1974 at the Armadillo with Rusty Wier and instantly loved his musical works. I was ending my duty as a combat-aerial photographer at Bergstrom AFB outside Austin. I photographed the various musicians and printed them 16x20 in exchange for 'dillo tickets. In 1976 he was headlining with Rusty Weir and I presented a framed print to each songwriter in appreciation to them of their music which made my military time bearable and soon would be discharged. As I handed to photo to Steve he embraced me into a big bear hug. Have five of his albums, love each one along with those of Rusty Wier. I was so very sad when I heard of his passing. Steve, you filled that 'Big Hat.'
A great poet, storyteller, musician, songwriter, father & friend. 💖
Everyone who is in any way connected with the Kerrville Folk Festival will miss one of our favorite singer/songwriters and inspirations. R.I.P. dear Steve.
Went to see the Steve Fromholz at La Zona Rosa in Austin, a classic music joint, years ago.
During a break, me and my future wife were talking to him and he said he'd play a song for her during the next set.
He got finished and didn't play the song. We confronted him as he was packing up after and said, "Hey you didn't play a song for us."
He sat down on the edge of the stage and played a song right in front of us.
I'll never forget that
Wonderful song with great lyrics. His words paint the perfect vision of the Man In The Big Hat. Steve really represented Texas music of that era. Great songwriter, Great voice, total confidence and stage presence....
makes me cry just to hear his voice.
I remember this song from when I was stationed at Bergstrom AFB in Austin. It's stayed with me all these years as one of the best songs ever written. It still is.
This was my favorite song when I was a kid and I got to meet him at a bar in in my hometown and I requested this song and he played it for me!
I still miss him. Glad we have recordings to remember him.
I think this is my favorite song of all time. I should have been a #1 hit. We got to see Steve when he played the Dry Gulch at UTA. RIP and thanks for all the great music.
First saw Steve in 1971 at The Outpost in Red River NM. I was 18 and mesmerized.
i collected his albums in tennessee. enjoyed him today from Leyte, philippines
omg this guy is one of my regulars at the grocery store. he's a very sweet man and loves to make people smile. amazing the stories of people you meet when scanning their groceries.
Remembering the good ol' days in Austin with Steve and Uncle Walt at Waterloo Ice House. We miss them both!
Rest in peace thanks for sharing your talent with us
God Bless you spirit and your soul old friend. You are missed. Too many of the good ones are gone!
This has been one of my favorite songs since I first heard it in 1969. I saw Steven F. in concert at the Dry Gulch at UTA when I was in college.
Awesome. Thanks Mar. I have always loved Steve Fromholz.
Followed "Froghuzt" from Steam Boat Springs to Liberty Lunch. Let's all raise one for my 103 year old grandmother's favorite singer. See ya soon when the time comes.........
Harold Gavagan, Played this for me. He asked me if heard of this guy.I said yes then he played it. I have a letter from Steve a few years back telling me the story. Harolds Corral is still there.
great troubadour and poet!
One of my favorite songs from the early days of KNON broadcasts. I just verified that the Harold's Cave Creek Corral is still there and stepped inside using Google maps.
RIP Steve, here's to a life well lived.
I still have the album on vinyl here in New Zealand !!! I'm a metal man but this somg will always be in my favourites list...........
Miss him.
Saw Steve opening for Willie ETSU Homecoming 76. In the Fieldhouse. Unfortunately airplane hangers are not the best for acoustic integrity. Still remember Dear Darcy and Texas Trilogy. Actually interviewed for coaching job in Kopperl Tx. Did't get hired.
I was at that show also. Good Times.
Sad news, Steven Fromholz, one of Austin's foremost songwriters during the 1970s outlaw country era, died Sunday from an accident with a firearm, his family reported. He was 68. Longtime friend Craig Hillis said Sunday night that Fromholz died at the Flying B Ranch in Schleicher County, about 40 miles south of San Angelo. A brief statement from the family says: "The accident involved the unexpected discharge of his shotgun as he prepared for an afternoon hunt to address a feral hog infestation that had been menacing the goat population in Schleicher County. Steven died being a rancher, an avocation he heartily embraced with his sweetheart, Susan Buchholz." Fromholz suffered a stroke about 10 years ago but had largely recovered over the years, Hillis said. In 2007, Fromholz was selected Poet Laureate of Texas.
Sad. Thanks for posting here.
God Bless Texas
R.I.P Steve
RIP.
Goodness
Rip Steve
Man In The Big Hands
Well said!
Was this recorded for "The Texas Connection" ?
He knew who he was, didn't he? Great writer.
Anybody know where I could get a copy of Dear Darcie?
Y'all might enjoy reading a little story I wrote about me and Fromholz:
www.bobsokol.com/frummox/
Great story. Good read. Thanks neighbor.
Walter Wyatt