Richard T Bear, or simply T Bear as he is known, has a career resumé that only a few can match. He has written and performed for artists like Crosby, Stills, and Nash, Kiss members Gene Simmons and Peter Criss, Cher, Billy Squier, and many many more. He currently serves as a member of the great Walter Trout’s band, and was once even the road manager for Carly Simon. T Bear’s discography is a who’s who of iconic recordings and musicians. In addition to his vast performance legacy, T Bear, through his own struggle with sobriety, has been instrumental in developing programs to help others with addiction and hardship, playing a large role in the development of the great MusiCares Foundation we have today.
In this interview, T Bear tells us all about his latest album, The Way Of The World, on Quarto Valley Records. He tells tales of recording with Kiss and Crosby, Stills & Nash, as well as a very special song he did with vocalist Paul Rodgers for the Ukraine people called “Red Harvest”. He also discusses growing up in the Carribean, songwriting, his love of short stories, living with Stephen Stills, and working with both of the Kulick brothers (Bob and Bruce).
“A Change Will Do Me Good” video:
Follow T Bear online:
Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!
