The Chessmen

Denton, Texas band formed in 1964 on the campus of North Texas State University. The original lineup included Robert Patton on rhythm guitar and vocals, Tommy Carrigan on drums, Ron DiIulio on keyboards and Tommy Carter on bass.

They had several different members over the years including some who went on to national fame: Doyle Bramhall who played with and wrote songs for Stevie Ray Vaughan; Bill Etheridge who played bass with ZZ Top before Dusty Hill; and Jimmie Vaughan of the Fabulous Thunderbirds.

Some others:
Jimmy Kay (aka Jimmy Kay Herbert) – guitar
Ricky Marshall – guitar
Richard Dace – guitar
Johnny Peebles – guitar
Tommy Carter – bass and vocals