Tommy Chong Bandmate Bobby Taylor Passes Away

Yesterday, Bobby Taylor of Bobby Taylor and the Vancouvers passed away from throat cancer.  Tommy Chong was the guitarist and co-wrote the hit song Does your Mama Know About Me.

• Bobby met Tommy in 1962 when Tommy came to San Francisco with his band looking for work.
• Tommy offered Bobby Taylor $750/week and half ownership in his club to perform at the club.
• Tommy and Bobby discovered the Jackson 5 in 1968 when they opened for the Vancouvers.