By Lulu

One of my favorite musicians and just a great guy is Bobby Friss. In December there is a charity event he puts on at Quaker Steak & Lube on December 5th. Below is an interview with Bobby about the event!

TRM…Tell us about this Children’s Home Benefit you are organizing.

BOBBY…It takes place on Wednesday, December 5th at Quaker Steak and Lube in Pinellas Park, Fl. From 6-10 pm. Tampa area musicians will all donate their performances and we will have auction items throughout the evening. 100% of every dollar will be given to the kids the next day so they can have an amazing Christmas.

TRM…How did you get involved in this charity?
BOBBY…I hosted the first benefit in 1986 in Clearwater, Fl. Shortly after that WYNF FM in Tampa got involved co-sponsoring the concerts and over the years we made over $100,000.00 for the home. Gene Simmons, Lou Gramm, Billy Squire, and hundreds of Tampa area musicians have all played to raise funds for the kids at the Children’s Home Network in Tampa, Fl. I also donated the royalties from my song ‘Suzie Darlin’ off the Cut Loose album, and I have visited the kids many times over my 30 year involvement.

TRM…Who will be playing this year?

BOBBY…Robby Steinhardt formerly of Kansas, Stormbringer, the Torpedos, Ronnie Dee, Janelle Sadler, Ray Blade, members of Greg Billings Band and Highway to Hell, and of course my band. There will be some amazing jam sessions and special guests throughout the night. My good friend radio legend Russ Albums will help with the auction in between bands, so this will be an incredible night not to be missed.

TRM…Where can people donate if they can’t make the benefit?

BOBBY…We set up a GOFUNDME PAGE…BOBBY FRISS CHILDREN’S HOME BENEFIT.

TRM…Anything else you would like people to know?

BOBBY…Just a big thank you to you Beth and Thunder Roads Florida Magazine for helping promote this worthwhile charity that is near and dear to my heart!

And THANK YOU Bobby for bringing joy to children at Christmas and to all who love your music all year long!