Last Man Standing: Rockin' Fat Guys
By hrrundivbakshi on Aug 4, 2008
I'll start what I suspect will be a very long list:
Al Anderson
I look forward to your responses.
HVB
185 comments
Comment from: sammymaudlin [Member]
Some people think that John Popper rocks. I'm not one of them but...I'll use him.
I win!
I win!
07/31/08 @ 20:23
Comment from: sammymaudlin [Member]
Black Francis is a good one. How about...
Frank Black
I win!
Frank Black
I win!
07/31/08 @ 21:41
Steve Miller's a chunk.
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08/01/08 @ 00:10
Elvis Costello is a little heavy these days.
Fat Elvis?
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Fat Elvis?
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08/01/08 @ 00:43
Comment from: andyr [Member] 
Oops - sorry. I saw thaat Steve Miller was already posted.
How about Mike Reno from Loverboy. He's put on a good 30-40 Lbs
How about Mike Reno from Loverboy. He's put on a good 30-40 Lbs
08/01/08 @ 11:47
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
The lead singer guy from The Soundtrack Of Our Lives
08/01/08 @ 11:57
Comment from: mockcarr [Member]
Vigilante Carlstroem (fat curly-haired guy from the Hives)
08/01/08 @ 12:44
Comment from: petesecrutz [Member]
Pat Dinizio of the Smithereens has ballooned up big time.
08/01/08 @ 15:35
Ummm...The Fat Boys?
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08/01/08 @ 15:54
Abe Laboriel, Jr.--current drummer for Sir Paul. He rocks mightily and, yes, he's large.
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08/01/08 @ 19:53
The BIG Bopper
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08/01/08 @ 23:27
Rick Danko (later years)
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08/01/08 @ 23:52
Comment from: BigSteve [Member]
I'm catching a Fabulous Thunderbirds concert on one of the HD channels, and they have that big guy Gene Taylor playing piano who used to be with the Blasters. He's rocking the 88s.
08/02/08 @ 14:36
Comment from: andyr [Member]
Damn, Abe Laboriel, Jr was my ace in the hole.
How about Steve Harwell - Singer from Smashmouth.
How about Steve Harwell - Singer from Smashmouth.
08/02/08 @ 16:24
Sorry, Andyr. Abe's a cool dude.
Billy Powell from Lynyrd Skynyrd.
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Billy Powell from Lynyrd Skynyrd.
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08/02/08 @ 17:09
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Cher, Big Al kicked off this thread. No, I am the last man standing with:
the fat guy who played bass with the Atlanta Rhythm Section
... I got more, people. I'm not just standing; I'm standing PROUD.
the fat guy who played bass with the Atlanta Rhythm Section
... I got more, people. I'm not just standing; I'm standing PROUD.
08/03/08 @ 09:54
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
I'll toss you all another bone:
Chris Bailey of the Saints
I am the Last Man Standing!
Chris Bailey of the Saints
I am the Last Man Standing!
08/03/08 @ 09:55
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
That bongwater-drinkin', bare-footin', hair-not-washin' lead singer from Canned Heat
08/03/08 @ 15:54
Comment from: BigSteve [Member]
I already said Tenacious D, sammy, and I didn't mention names because no one knows the other guy's name.
08/03/08 @ 20:33
Comment from: cherguevarra [Member]
Oops, somehow missed Big Al up there.
A few of those Los Lobos guys are pretty big.
A few of those Los Lobos guys are pretty big.
08/03/08 @ 20:44
Comment from: andyr [Member]
Mark Volman - The Turtles
We can go on forever listing middle-aged musicans with paunches
We can go on forever listing middle-aged musicans with paunches
08/04/08 @ 08:40
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Hrrundi, as we get into what should be a stunning final push in this Last Man Standing, should we only allow musicians who were fat during their prime years of music making? Twenty years after a lot of musicians' primetime, they've put on some extra pounds. I, for one, will only suggest musicians who were fat during their prime. With that...
David Clayton Thomas.
David Clayton Thomas.
08/04/08 @ 10:13
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Yeah, I think the rule needs to be: guys who are/were fat *as they rocked*. So, for example, Mick Taylor is not allowed, though Matthew Sweet would be.
I, you will note, am still standing with:
"Flo" of Flo and Eddie
I, you will note, am still standing with:
"Flo" of Flo and Eddie
08/04/08 @ 10:17
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Whoops, just missed andyr's post. Gimme a sec...
Jeff Carlisi from .38 Special
(BTW, can I get a critical upgrade for their two huge smash singles -- you know, the ones that were basically the same song written frontwards and backwards? One was "Caught Up In You." What the heck was the other one?)
Jeff Carlisi from .38 Special
(BTW, can I get a critical upgrade for their two huge smash singles -- you know, the ones that were basically the same song written frontwards and backwards? One was "Caught Up In You." What the heck was the other one?)
08/04/08 @ 10:19
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
HVB, you are standing beneath Andyr, who just suggested Mark Volman, the "Flo" you think you just topped me with. In case you don't remember, Andyr is standing beneath ME. I AM (PRESENTLY) LAST MAN STANDING!
08/04/08 @ 10:20
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Shoot, OK, you're the Last Man Standing, Hrrundi. Enjoy it, because I've got one for you: Tad!
08/04/08 @ 10:22
Comment from: BigSteve [Member]
Chris Chew, bassist for the North Mississippi Allstars
08/04/08 @ 11:11
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Boy George, in addition to not rocking, wasn't fat during his music-making years.
I am still the Last Man Standing!
I am still the Last Man Standing!
08/04/08 @ 14:33
Comment from: andyr [Member]
Dave Edmunds (see Rockpile Album)
http://image.allmusic.com/00/amg/pic200/drp100/p161/p16105yg2oh.jpg
http://image.allmusic.com/00/amg/pic200/drp100/p161/p16105yg2oh.jpg
08/04/08 @ 14:34
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Billy Stewart
Sorry, andyr, I am still the Last Man Standing!
Sorry, andyr, I am still the Last Man Standing!
08/04/08 @ 14:36
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Edmunds could have used a few walks in the Welsh countryside, but can you really call him a fat guy at that point? Harsh! Billy Bremner seems to be packing a more substantial gut behind that Members' Only jacket. I am the Last Man Standing!
08/04/08 @ 14:59
Comment from: andyr [Member]
I'm calling foul on Sugarhill Gang. If we get into Hip Hop and R&B that's a whole new set of fatties
08/04/08 @ 15:06
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Damn! As punishment, I'll remove myself from the heap. Good luck to those of you still standing.
08/04/08 @ 15:59
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Michael Bland, drummer for Prince and Paul Westerberg
I am the Last man Standing! Though I am teetering.
I am the Last man Standing! Though I am teetering.
08/04/08 @ 16:08
Comment from: andyr [Member]
Kevin Karg of the Hangdogs
http://www.hangdogs.com/images/karg2.jpg
http://www.hangdogs.com/images/karg2.jpg
08/04/08 @ 16:13
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Jet Black of The Stranglers
I am the LAST MAN STANDING!
I am the LAST MAN STANDING!
08/04/08 @ 16:15
Comment from: sammymaudlin [Member]
C'mon. The BIG MAN himself, Clarence Clemmons. Yes I know he trimmed down when on the yayo diet but he was fat before and he's fat again.
I win!
I win!
08/04/08 @ 16:44
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Not so fast, Sammy -- had you forgotten about...
John Halsey, Timebox, and later the Rutles
I am the Last Man Standing!
John Halsey, Timebox, and later the Rutles
I am the Last Man Standing!
08/04/08 @ 17:21
Comment from: mac [Member]
Mac Rebo and his entire band:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttV_PMNSYC8
Is B.B. King too far blues to count as fat guy who rocks?
George Clinton
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttV_PMNSYC8
Is B.B. King too far blues to count as fat guy who rocks?
George Clinton
08/04/08 @ 17:51
Comment from: mac [Member]
sorry, that should have been max rebo. must have meself on the brain...
08/04/08 @ 17:59
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Dennis Diken from the Smithereens
I am STILL the Last Man Standing!
I am STILL the Last Man Standing!
08/04/08 @ 18:08
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Sorry, Mockcarr -- that answer is disallowed for all kinds of reasons, assuming you meant Garth Brooks' retarded "alter ego."
I am STILL the Last Man Standing!
I am STILL the Last Man Standing!
08/04/08 @ 18:29
Comment from: mockcarr [Member]
OK then, Adiposeur, how bout Krist Novoselic? I am the the last man who can't stand up because he's so damned fat!
08/04/08 @ 18:39
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Billy Joel don't count. Randy Newman -- now THERE's one we missed. Nevertheless, I continue to proclaim myself Last Man Standing by virtue of the following:
C.F. Turner, the bassist from the heavily weighted BTO
C.F. Turner, the bassist from the heavily weighted BTO
08/04/08 @ 19:04
Comment from: mac [Member]
I didn't realize we were only allowing Hrrundivbakshi's submissions.
Butch former drummer of Eels
Butch former drummer of Eels
08/04/08 @ 19:41
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Damn, mac, alex and cher! Damn! Now I gotta put my thinkin' cap on.
I'll be back shortly with a fat guy who will rock your WORLD.
I'll be back shortly with a fat guy who will rock your WORLD.
08/04/08 @ 20:34
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Brian Johnson, now that he has to wear a muu-muu on stage to cover up his belly?
No, that goes against the spirit of the thing...
...
No, that goes against the spirit of the thing...
...
08/04/08 @ 20:41
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Benny Andersson from ABBA?
No, not quite fat enough...
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No, not quite fat enough...
...
08/04/08 @ 20:43
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Post-1976 Keith Moon, or near-death John Bonham?
No...
...
No...
...
08/04/08 @ 20:43
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Danny Gatton!
I am still the Last Man STANDING!
I am still the Last Man STANDING!
08/04/08 @ 21:18
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Michael Anthony wasn't fat! He was barely chunky! I'm not hip enough to validate the plumpness of Harrington, Johnston and, uh, "IZ." Can we get a second on any of those?
I'm not sure I can stand any longer.
I'm not sure I can stand any longer.
08/04/08 @ 22:51
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Robert Smith's at least pretty chubby. I think Cherguevarra is standing. I've removed myself from the competition, but I'm allowed to chime in with help on answering such questions. (I would have thought Michael Anthony was fat too, but looking at some photos from his prime he's more "barrel chested.")
08/04/08 @ 23:20
Comment from: cherguevarra [Member]
Last I saw him, he was outright fat, but Smith's been looking chub since "Kiss me...".
But nonetheless, I thought of another that is more bulletproof:
The Spanic Boys!
But nonetheless, I thought of another that is more bulletproof:
The Spanic Boys!
08/05/08 @ 07:19
Comment from: alexmagic [Member]
I think IZ is Israel Kamakawiwo, who Mac actually did throw in at the top of the list, and was one of the hole cards I think several of us were planning to play before getting beaten to it, like Abe Laboriel, Jr. and Prince’s drummer.
I have to agree, with some review, that Michael Anthony doesn’t count. It seems that way, but when you actually look back, he really was just kind of stout, like one of those Lord of the Rings dwarves.
Looks like Mac is in the lead, unless I can convince anybody to buy Pavarotti’s appearance on a U2 album qualifies him. Or maybe Hoyt Axton.
I have to agree, with some review, that Michael Anthony doesn’t count. It seems that way, but when you actually look back, he really was just kind of stout, like one of those Lord of the Rings dwarves.
Looks like Mac is in the lead, unless I can convince anybody to buy Pavarotti’s appearance on a U2 album qualifies him. Or maybe Hoyt Axton.
08/05/08 @ 09:41
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Big Sandy of Big Sandy and the Fly-Rite Boys
I am the Last Man Standing!
I am the Last Man Standing!
08/05/08 @ 09:58
Comment from: kpdexter [Member]
so then we agree that Michael Anthony was the Gimli of Rock?
Speaking of Barrel Chested, I just watched Moonraker last night, Bond was totally rockin the Barrel Chested look in that flick.
Sammy Hagar is pretty fat these days.
Speaking of Barrel Chested, I just watched Moonraker last night, Bond was totally rockin the Barrel Chested look in that flick.
Sammy Hagar is pretty fat these days.
08/05/08 @ 10:17
Comment from: kpdexter [Member]
does Elton John rock? he's fatter than hell these days
08/05/08 @ 10:19
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Elton John was already mentioned, but you and King Khan are still standing, Kpdexter!
08/05/08 @ 11:13
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
No, he's not, Mod! Check out any of these pics and tell me you think King Khan is "fat." Dude is ripped, bro!
http://images.google.com/images?client=safari&rls=en&q=king%20khan&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&um=1&sa=N&tab=wi
http://images.google.com/images?client=safari&rls=en&q=king%20khan&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&um=1&sa=N&tab=wi
08/05/08 @ 11:15
Comment from: kpdexter [Member]
I saw a pick of Khan dancing around in Pat Patterson's wrestling trunks yesterday, and he was most definitely LIVING LARGE!
08/05/08 @ 11:38
Comment from: kpdexter [Member]
08/05/08 @ 11:40
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Hey, K-Dex -- just looked at the pic. No *way* Mod will count that guy as "fat."
I am still the last man standing!
I am still the last man standing!
08/05/08 @ 11:44
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
I have to agree with Hrrundi. The man's not fat. What we're seeing in that photo, Kpdex, is the result of the camera angle and the man's reasonable sense of pride over his paunch. A rocker's allowed to carry a few extra pounds without being "fat," don't you think?
08/05/08 @ 11:49
Comment from: kpdexter [Member]
well it's still an unfortunate choice of stage attire!
08/05/08 @ 12:43
Comment from: cherguevarra [Member]
How about "Senior" from Junior Senior. Or do they not rock?
08/05/08 @ 13:25
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
You're too late. Mockcarr -- andyr nominated himself long ago. Until this Junior/Senior mess gets cleared up, I am STILL the Last man Standing!
08/05/08 @ 13:55
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Naw, BigSteve. I pondered Mr. Wolf, and actually scrounged up some pics that confirmed my suspicion he was merely "big boned." Right now, meanstom is our Last Man Standing.
08/05/08 @ 14:35
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
He was also, like, seven feet tall or something! No, BigSteve, consult the photos and you'll agree. Howlin' Wolf was no Dusty Hill!
08/05/08 @ 14:40
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Sorry, andyr -- he was mentioned already. Right now, meanstom is up for a coveted RTH No-Prize, if nobody steps up to bum him off his high-standin' perch!
08/05/08 @ 14:58
Comment from: alexmagic [Member]
Fat Albert. The music of the Junkyard Gang rocked harder than anything Fats Domino or BTO ever did. Rudy was the linchpin of the band, though.
08/05/08 @ 16:18
Comment from: kpdexter [Member]
has anybody said Fred Durst, or is he merely "doughy"
08/05/08 @ 16:30
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Durst just looks like turd, doesn't he? Is a turd fat or not?
08/05/08 @ 16:31
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Neither Durst nor Fox are "fat." Mod, are you prepared to crown a winner? By my calculations, Townsman Meanstom is still Standing with Pigpen.
Wait a minute, this just in:
I am STILL THE LAST MAN STANDING, WITH:
Ritchie Valens
Wait a minute, this just in:
I am STILL THE LAST MAN STANDING, WITH:
Ritchie Valens
08/05/08 @ 16:56
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Ron Tutt's looking like a fat rocker who will keep standing for a while. I think I've got one in mind who's not yet been mentioned, but since I've taken myself out of the competition I'll have to wait until one of you guys identify him.
08/05/08 @ 17:00
Comment from: alexmagic [Member]
I am invoking the Super Bowl Shuffle and adding The Fridge to the list, but if he's thrown out for being a Groovin' Fat Guy instead of a Rockin' Fat Guy, I will not protest.
08/05/08 @ 17:31
Comment from: sammymaudlin [Member]
This is why I come here day after day.
Oh, and...
J Mascis. http://www.terapija.net/fotke/portret/20060514_223349_3.jpg
I win!
Durst is an anagram of turds.
Oh, and...
J Mascis. http://www.terapija.net/fotke/portret/20060514_223349_3.jpg
I win!
08/05/08 @ 17:37
Oprah.
TB
TB
08/05/08 @ 18:18
Comment from: sammymaudlin [Member]
My fat cock rocks. Does that count? I'll try and get a link up if you need some proof.
08/05/08 @ 20:04
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
Oh, Hrrundi already mentioned Paul Goddard, the ARS bassist. Carry on, if you can. (Didn't someone already mention Garcia?)
Is Mascis in his prime "fat" or just out of shape?
I agree with Sammy that the turds anagram comment by BigSteve is a raison d'etre. Definitely an early contender for Post of the Month.
Is Mascis in his prime "fat" or just out of shape?
I agree with Sammy that the turds anagram comment by BigSteve is a raison d'etre. Definitely an early contender for Post of the Month.
08/05/08 @ 20:52
Comment from: hrrundivbakshi [Member]
Through all the horseshit, the jokes, the silliness... Townsman cherguevara is officially -- currently -- the Last Man Standing with his excellent Art Neville call!
08/06/08 @ 00:20
Comment from: mac [Member]
This is where my incessant need to listen to any band compared to the Beach Boys in a critic's review pays off...
Jason Brewer of The Explorers Club
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoLcvQ7nxWg&feature=related
I love how their album starts
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NHQEvL60A8&feature=related
...and as I have still have my hip boots on, I'll also nominate Russell from the Gorrillaz.
Jason Brewer of The Explorers Club
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoLcvQ7nxWg&feature=related
I love how their album starts
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NHQEvL60A8&feature=related
...and as I have still have my hip boots on, I'll also nominate Russell from the Gorrillaz.
08/06/08 @ 08:43
Comment from: Mr. Moderator [Member]
But not sweet enough...The Bevis Frond guy, Nick whatever!
08/07/08 @ 14:47
Comment from: cherguevarra [Member]
Yeah, I guess that was mean, huh? He looks much better these days.
08/07/08 @ 17:06
Comment from: cherguevarra [Member]
http://passionweiss.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/13734643-13734645-large.jpg
My Morning Jacket homie.
My Morning Jacket homie.
08/07/08 @ 20:18
(BTW, can I get a critical upgrade for their two huge smash singles -- you know, the ones that were basically the same song written frontwards and backwards? One was "Caught Up In You." What the heck was the other one?)
"Hold on Loosely" may be the other songs you're thinking of and for what it's worth, I agree. Both of those songs rule.
As for rockin' fat guys, how about Randy "Biscuit" Turner from Big Boys or Gary Floyd from The Dicks? I saw the latter play here a couple of years ago and he's still fat and still rockin'.
08/08/08 @ 17:30
But not sweet enough...The Bevis Frond guy, Nick whatever!
Pince nez time. His name is Nick Salomon.
08/08/08 @ 18:23
Just saw Eric Burdon & The Animals last week. Old Eric is as big as a house, but his voice was great
08/14/08 @ 14:03
Comment from: bonehead [Member]
elvis the king pressley,and i absolutally win.period!or jonny lydon in case elvis was already mentioned
09/02/08 @ 07:01
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