"Hanging on To Yesterday"

These are your comments and reminescent thoughts of the band.

From Allen T. in MD:
"I met my wife at Maxwell's in the Perring Plaza Shopping Center in July of 1986.We used to go to their shows every Monday and the occassional Friday/Saturday when they were scheduled to play. Great music, fun times, and lots of awesome memories. Every once in a while, we'll drag out the vinyl EP's and try to find a record player to listen to the tunes. Tim is an amazing performer and we enjoy his Slim Man music as well. Please let me know where and when a reunion may take place if it indeed does."

From Tom D. in VA:
"Electric Circus, 9:30 Club and a few others is where my girlfriend and I would go to watch the guys play.
The music was good, fun and honest..."pulling muscles from Michelle".
Now I enjoy Slim Man, Tom Alonso and BonaFide but still love the oldies and would love to see a reunion show...mini-tour! "

From Marybeth T. in MD:
"My husband turned me on to this site and it made me think of those magical days when he and I were dating. We actually met at a show at the old Maxwell's in 1986 and will be married for 20 years in a few weeks. How cool would it be to have the show there, but it probably won't work with the set up being different these days.  I'm not much of a dancer, but hearing the guys play "Woman's Touch", "Three Ring Circus", and "Fire in the Hole" would make even me get on the floor. While I don't listen to the band anymore because our cassettes and records are worn out, lost, or just plain put away, I think I could still sing their songs. I really enjoyed their cover of The Outfield's "Lose Your Love Tonight", too. To this day, whenever we can find Tim (Slimman) playing, we try to make it there. I love his jazz sound now as much as I enjoyed his Bootcamp days as a rocker.  If there was a way to meld both, that would be really cool. Here's hoping for a reunion gig really soon.  Maybe it could be a once a year thing!"

From C. Hall. in MD:
"Man, a reunion show would be way cool! A friend told me it might happen and gave me this website.  I had to send my message because those guys rocked with passion and energy like no other. Going to Maxwell's and the Barn were some of the best weekends I ever had. I haven't heard any of their songs in years, but I bet I still know all the words.  Fire In The Hole was my fav, but my girlfriend at the time liked Woman's Touch. I wonder what she's doing now, but I digress...I sure hope the reunion happens. Let me know when and where!"

From Doug F. in MD:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!
PS - Thanks for releasing the "Back To The Shack" CD. I purchased two and received them today"

From Dominic. in MD:
"Great Idea!
"Man I use to see them at Girauds, Hammerjacks, Loverettes in Catonsville, Coast to Coast.
I knew Tim Camp back in the day too."

From Rockin' Rob in FL:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion! "

From Frank in CA:
"Yes. I would like to do Bootcamp Reunion!! "

From Kristina E. in MD:
"I have been searching and searching for Bootcamp for years.
I had a cassette in my teen years that was 4 songs- Shoot the Moon, Fire in the Hole, Get a Hold of Yourself and A Women’s Touch.
After years of play, the cassette was distorted and then I had no venue to find another CD or hear this GREAT band.
I was under-age when Bootcamp was in their heyday, but I remember fondly sneaking into Maxwell’s to see the band.
I am buying the CD today. We need a reunion tour all across MD and DC"

From MsSannta on the internet:
"OMG, this so long overdue.
This band paved the wave for a lot of bands out there.I can still remember hearing them for the first time at Maxwells and seein them on mtv.
Would love to hear more about a reunion, please keep me posted"

From Will S. on the internet:
"Hi, I recently found the bootcampreunion.com website.
Being an old Bootcamp fan from Maxwells ... I was pretty excited to find something on the web"

From Rob B. on the internet:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!
A Bootcamp Reunion at The Barn...!!!!"

From Cindy F. in FL.:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!
Do it boys!!"

From Richard B. on the internet:
"banzai!!
Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion! "

From Bruce H. in B-more:
"I vote Yes for a BootCamp Reunion.......I will do the concert lighting for free......"

From From Keith N. In B-more:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp reunion! This would be great fun!
I remember many shows and can recount many evenings spent with the Banzai Boys practicing for my current life of debauchery and otherwise licentious behavior!
I can remember a night when Slimmy skied down the steps INSIDE his mom's house - boots, poles, goggle (beer?), etc.
Oh, and the music was great too.
If you do a reunion, make sure the venue is well prepared!"

From LB McMullen on the internet:
Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!
I have been playing Fire in the Hole from the 98Rock album all this time .
So glad to hear you guys are still around.

From Karl in Satellite Beach, FL:
"Just found this on the internet.
Have great memories of Bootcamp from my younger days.
I live in Florida now and would ABSOLUTELY travel to Baltimore to see the band perform.
Please consider a reunion. Your fans would love it."

From Patrick L. on the internet:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!"

From Paul D. on the internet:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!"

From Donna B.:
"Really hope I can make the reunion....please tell me your considering dates later than between Aug 1 and 10"

From LutherE. on the internet:
"Yes. I would love to see a Bootcamp Reunion! I live in Raleigh, NC, but would love to be there. Please keep me posted!"

From J. Christian. on the internet:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!"

From K. Michael; Baltimore, MD
"Hey guys, This is K., Gaff Michael's youngest daughter.
I just have to say it would rock to finally see the band who I grew up listening to and wearing the old t-shirts from.
Can't wait.
Lots of love, Kerry"

From Malinda and Lou in Jacksonville, FL
"Please keep us informed on this!
We would definitely travel to Baltimore from Florida for this reunion!
Some of the happiest times of my life were at Maxwell's.......and the Electric Circus in OC.
BANZAI!"

From Kris, Balto.,Md./Glen Rock, Pa:
"I think it would be amazing for BootCamp to have a reunion.
I know everyone has gone their own path, but who doesn't love to relive the glory days.
I know the turn out would be phenomenal. Give it some serious thought!"

From J. Borras. on the internet:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!
I listen to Back to the Shack all the time. Loved seeing them at French Charly's in the Bronx.
these guys were a blast and i would pay mucho dinero to see them again. thanks."

From L. Cicero. on the internet:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!
I would love to see a reunion! My gang of girlfriends used to follow the band at Mack n Myers in Essex and at Girards (sp?)downtown.
We used to dance the night away... it always ended too soon! Lori"

From Beatle Girl on the internet:
"I will believe it when I see it! I will be one of the first to sign up! Just let me know!"

From L. Reynolds. on the internet:
"Yes. I would like to see a Bootcamp Reunion!
I know at least 20 people that would come in a heartbeat. I already proposed the idea to Recher Theater too.
Please keep me on an email list if this event happens. Front Row baby."

From L. Reynolds on the internet:
"Can't wait!!!!! Still listen to a "bootleg" copy from years ago... Shake that bag of bones!!!!! "

From K. Schlegel on the internet:
"OMG yes I would love to hear more about a Bootcamp reunion!!!! Tell me more!!!!"

From B. Walker. on the internet:
"Please tell me there is going to be a Bootcamp reunion! I can't wait!"

From C. Goodwin on the internet:
"Please, please, please, please!!!!"

		Slim & Rob recently. Is this the 50% solution?

These are from a Christmas show by SlimMan, Dec 14, 2008 at the Recher.
Tim, Tom, and Howie.

(All pics provided by R. Morris and posted with permission)

All comments used here with permission and consent from the names listed.
All images and likenesses are used here with permission, knowledge and consent from Oui Oui Music, R. Fallin and R. Morris.
Sept 8, 2009