Every Neopian who has a copy of the Neopedia
in his or her bookshelf, should know all about the history of their favourite
rock 'n' country band. So today our reporter, Toby the skunk Lupe, rings the
door bell of Billy Ray Roo, founder and guitarist, for the first actual interview.
A blue Acara butler opens the door and leads Toby to the band...
TOBY: Good afternoon. Mr. Roo, why don't we start off with your story of how
the band was created?
BRR: Sure. First there was this lil' band, with just me and my bro. When he
quit, I still wanted to continue making music, so I asked Chuffer Tex and Bobby
Jo to join. Our manager decided we needed a female singer as well and we recruited
Peggy Sue.
PS: When I'm not needed for vocals, I just entertain the crowd by dancing.
I took dancing lessons is a guild in Coral Canyon, but I heard that burnt down
a couple of years ago...My first gig was as a back-up dancer for Sticks
N Stones. The first time I got to sing was two months later, with that
same band. That's where our manager noticed me.
TOBY: What a fascinating story! Next question: Bobby JO, rumour has it that's
not your real name. Is that true?
BJ: Yes. We changed it, because my real name is series of consonants, making
it practically impossible for me to pronounce it - or to remember it for that
matter! (laughs) She disowned me and my sibling pets when we were still very
young. Luckily, we all got adopted and I hang out with them from time to time.
We often go to Pizzaroo or the Health Food Shop. I'm a vegetarian, you see.
With my new owner came a new sister; her name is Faith the baby Grundo and we
get on really well.
CT: But you must keep in mind that Bobby JO was very lucky. Lots of pets in
the pound have been there for months and didn't get adopted even once! When
getting a pet, you must treat it well and love it no matter what. Take good
care of your pets and they will take good care of you.
TOBY: Thanks for the advice, Chuffer Tex. You're one of those unfortunate pets,
aren't you?
CT: Right. Eventually, I was taken in by an elder Wocky, who took care of me.
You'd be surprised by the number of pets who go through a similar experience.
Of course, I got tons of adoption offers once the band became popular, but that
didn't feel sincere.
TOBY: I understand. Fame must have changed your lives a lot, I imagine. You
all must have quite a bank balance!
BRR: Yeah, I can afford stuff that used to be to expensive for me, such as
codestones. I've gained many levels since then. And with the first 50,000 NP,
my owner insisted I would get myself painted, but I refused. I told him: "I
am who I am and I'm not going to change that for success that might end at any
time!" Instead, I bought my brother the Christmas paint brush he had always
dreamed of. He's not at all jealous, in case you're wondering. I don't think
he regrets having quit the band, either. He's much too happy with what he does
now: he's a tour guide in Terror Mountain.
PS: Speaking of paint brushes... My Mum, a green Poogle, fell in love with
a Poogle from the pound, so her owner adopted him. Shortly after, she gave birth
to me and my twin sister Sue Ann. To be able to tell which was which, he immediately
offered us each an expensive paint brush. Sue Ann is now a beautiful faerie
Poogle, but I didn't want to turn into a scary-looking Desert Poogle, so I happily
stayed my yellow self - thank you very much!
TOBY: A wise choice indeed. On another topic, you've announced the videoclip
of your latest single, "White Lupess Blues"?
BRR: Correct. It's a colourful clip and we've hired lots of Chia back-up dancers,
as well as Lupes, because most clips only star Lupes OR Chia. This band is against
that sort of discrimination. We feel Lupes and Chia should be left alone instead
of get pushed into this silly discussion. For that's all it is, really.
TOBY: Couldn't agree with you more. That's also one of the themes that'll be
discussed in the 2 Gallon Hatz movie, isn't it?
BJ: You're well informed! (smiles) Did you hear about the big names that'll
be costarring? We've got Tom Bruce, Nimmo Kidman and Uni Thurman. A very promising
cast.
TOBY: Absolutely...as if your band isn't popular enough yet! Your gigs are
sold out within the hour, new collectors items have just been released and the
fans are craving for a new CD!
CT: Then they'll be pleased to hear we are currently working on one. It's called
"The Artful Doglefox" and will feature our newest songs, including hits such
as: "Peophin Day" and "Somebody Stop That Gormball-playing Mallard!"
(The 2 Gallon Hatz manager steps in and tells the band it's time for them to
leave, or they'll be late for their concert in Tyrannia.)
PS: Wouldn't want that, now would we? (winks) Well, thanks for stopping by,
Mr. Toby! You be back now, you hear? | 
