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One of the founding members - and the "R" in M&R Rush - Roger Hirtz's natural talent and self-assured style have laid a solid foundation for success. Born in September, 1955 in Chicago, Hirtz began his musical career at age 12 as a lead vocalist, and picked up the bass guitar shortly after that at age 14. He co-founded M&R Rush, his first and only band, in 1970 with childhood little league friend Marty Mardirosian, the "M" in M&R Rush. Also a gifted athlete, Hirtz combined his natural talent and determination to become one of the best pitchers in the Chicago high-school baseball league. By his senior year, his desire to be the best took him to the top: pitching the High School All-Star game at Chicago's Comiskey Park, striking out seven of the nine batters he faced. Hirtz's laid-back style belies his ability to adapt to any situation: he smoked on the pitcher's mound as a left-handed pitcher; and smokes on bass guitar as a right-handed player. Hirtz studied music for two years after high school, and is a major contributor to M&R Rush's original music. On stage, his voice is consistently strong and his range sounds limitless. His style is laid back, but his natural talent on bass provides a solid foundation for the band. Roger plays Rickenbacker guitars and uses Peavey amps. M&R Questions & Answers Name: Roger Hirtz Instrument: Bass Guitar What Do You Enjoy About Playing in M&R Rush: Music and the Boys What Do You Think The Audience Remembers About M&R Rush: Hopefully ,the music and the fun we have playing live. Favorite Movie: Blues Brothers (We're gettin the band back together) Plains, Trains, and Automobiles Favorite Bird: Tweety Bird What People Say About You: He's a nice guy! (I got em fooled) Favorite Artists Past and Present: Beatles-Night Ranger-Kansas-Chicago Disc or Player in the Player Right Now: The Baby's -John Waite If You Knew This Question Was Going To Be Asked What Would You Have In The Player: Led Zeppelin or some M & R music What You Want People To Say About You: He's the Bomb !!!! Favorite Foods: Cheeseburgers-Pizza-Pasta-Good Steak(Outback Special) and Rasberry Ripple ice cream What You Most Often End Up Eating: Cheeseburgers-Pizza-I miss Chicago pizza living in Indy. What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up: A Rocket Scientist (Right !!!!!!!!!!!!!!) Place Of Birth: Chicago IL - Roseland - Southside of Chicago Interests, Hobbies, Outside Of M&R Rush: Classic car buff & Pro Football What Car Do You Wish You Owned: 69 Camaro Z28 Indy Pace Car-Hugger Orange-Zooooooom Favorite Beverage: Coke or milk (toss up) Favorite Beer: Bud Light (Ice Cold) Favorite Cocktail: Kaluha & Cream First Rock Album: Meet the Beatles Your Former Bands: The Mod Squad with Marty (I was lead singer & played the tamborine) -Lacy Monroe & the South Side Main -(Don't ask)-Then The Empty Box w/Marty-pre M&R Rush Most Disturbing Thing You've Seen During Your Years Of Playing: Having a Flashpot blow up in our roadies face (He's OK) How Long Have You Been Playing Your Instrument: 35 years- (Damm) Favorite M&R Rush Song: Tough question, I have a lot of favs. Probably #1 Last Concert You Saw: Alice Cooper- Halloween Favorite Concert: Yes and Emerson,Lake, and Palmer (Chicago Amphitheatre-long ago) Season: Summer - Sun and Fun-Bikinis and Speedos (Right, Mel) Movies You Recommend: Remember the Titans Happy Gilmore Sixth Sense Regular or Decaff Coffee: Regular How Do You Take Your Coffee: Sugar & Cream (Hazelnut) What Your Band Mates Say About You: Reliable Favorite Sports Team: Indianapolis Colts & Da Bears What You Watch On TV: Sports mostly- CSI Why You Play The Instrument You Play: 79 Rickenbacher 4001 Bass -It just sounds and feels good. What You Would Play If You Had To Choose a Different Instrument: Drums -I took lessons and then I saw Marty play so I decided to play with him not against him. Favorite Color: Purple -I always liked John's purple shirt. (inside joke) Biggest Disappointment: Not getting National Record deal (Bummer!!!!) Quote: "If you don't eat beans you don't know beans" Rudy Hirtz Most Embarrassing On-Stage Moment: Getting electrical shock at the microphone on our 1st song of the night. I fell to the floor and we stopped playing. I was OK but from then on I always checked my microphone before every show. (WOW) Your Heritage: German and Dutch What Do You Miss From Your Youth: Less responsibilty and my 71 Red Camaro Z-28 Favorite Day Of The Week: Sunday- Pro Football & family time. Artist You Admire, But Do Not Listen TO: Faith Hill -Dolly Parton Coke or Pepsi: Coke Paper or Plastic: Plastic - Amazing what they can do nowadays. Most Obscure Artist You Enjoy Listening To: Robert Cray Artists People Would Be Surprised You Like: Back Street Boys (Don't tell anybody.) Magazines You Enjoy: People & National Enquirer Ever Traveled Out Of The Country, Where: No-haven't seen enough of the USA Mustard or Ketchup: Ketchup-unless it's with pretzels Brothers and Sisters: 3 brothers -Tom -Dave -Bob and 2 sisters Virginia(Gin) -Lois (Loobs) If You Went To A Casino, What Would You Play: Slots Your Dream House: Lake House with a pool, hot tub,speed boat, and pontoon party boat Leno or Lettermen: Leno (He's a car buff) Your Sign: Virgo Skill That Most Aren't Aware Of: Ambidextriuos -Lefty or Righty Musical Guilty Pleasure (Like It But Embarrassed To Admit It): Andrew Lloyd Weber Tunes Favorite Vacation Destination: Clearwater Beach, Florida Eye Color: Hazel Left or Right Handed: Lefty who plays right handed bass. PC Or Mac: PC- I'm no geek when it comes to computers. (Sorry, Mike) How Do You Like Your Eggs: Over Easy w/toast Favorite Dessert: Choclate Praline Cake Steak Or Fish: Filet-but I do like popcorn shrimp How Do You Like Your Steak: Medium Well-a little pink Morning Or Night: Night -Live music High School Sports: Baseball all 4 years-Lefty pitcher Dreams - In Color Or Black and White: Black & White -Don't really think about it Fears: Forgetting the words to a song on stage. (It's happens more than you think) Life On Other Planets: Definitely, where else did the Coneheads come from. Flower: Rose- just cause it's used in a lot of rock songs. Pets: 2 dogs-Ginger -Pepper Ann(Bubby) & 2 cats-Duchess -Cali Favorite Things: Family & Friends. Ideal Amount Of Sleep: 7-8 hours if possible Do You Still Own Any Albums: Disappeared in 83 |
