(The following is taken from the Robertsons press kit.)
���In their first year as a band, they changed drummers and changed their name from The Pugslies to The Robertsons to spite Pat Robertson's bid for the U.S. Presidency. Armed with more original music, The Robertsons got a string of gigs at local bars, dance clubs, political fund-raisers, and school parties.
���By the end of 1989, The Robertsons was a six-piece band with the addition of a third guitarist and a female backing vocalist. Their popularity continued to grow but, despite their increasing success, the band broke up over personal differences at the year's end.
���After an idle year, the three original band members re-formed in 1991 with yet another drummer and returned to their four-piece roots. In November of that year, The Robertsons recorded their first EP/demo, "onethatgotaway". Their success over the next year was punctuated by a live interview on KSYM and airplay on KISS and KZEP. The Robertsons received raves from well-known San Antonio DJ/icon Debbie Alcocer.
���In the fall of 1992, the Robertsons recorded the follow-up to their first EP with new drummer Chuck Fischer. "Beluga" was met with critical acclaim by the S.A. alternative press. The San Antonio Light interviewed the band and called their music, "a breath of fresh air". The S.A. News dubbed them "The prodigal sons of S.A. alternative." In the San Antonio Current, they were described as "a welcome oasis in a desert of dreck" and, prophetically, "possibly too good for San Antonio."
���Over the years, The Robertsons became increasingly disillusioned with the San Antonio music scene. So, after a few gigs to test the Austin waters, the band moved to the State Capitol in the summer of 1995, where they continued to gig, write, and record.
���Individually, the band members are known for their quirky, humorous personalities and their passions for varying types of music. As a band, these traits are reflected in their songs and live performances. Since 1987, The Robertsons have remained true to their musical affections, refusing to submit to current trends.
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Debbie Alcocer, KISS FM
"I like this song (Exclusively Recluse), I like this band, I love this man's voice! The Robertsons...I like 'em!"
Mike Hood, The Current
"The Robertsons' 10-song cassette (Beluga) bodes well for the fringe-rock scene in San Antonio." "...A welcome oasis in a desert of dreck."
Richard Baimbridge, San Antonio Light
"(The Robertsons) bring a much needed breath of fresh air and a renewed sense of optimism for the local alternative scene."
Jim Beal, Jr., San Antonio Express-News
"The Robertsons has, since its inception, shown flashes of brilliance because it mixed imagination with original music."
Simon Okrevz, SA News
"A warm welcome back is in order for the prodigal sons of S.A. alternative, The Robertsons."