Bert was amazing. I knew Bert from his days in Albany, NY playing solo, with the Fabulous Newports (Kevin McKrell/Rick Bedrosian. I worked at Pauly's Hotel, a once thriving music venue by night and an oldtimers mens bar by day dating back to the 1860's. Bert not only played at Pauly's with various groups of musicians but also as the doorman. Cantankerous at times, always loveable, and sadly tortured. Berts hard life took its toll and he died in the late 80's early 90's time frame...as he would say "Thats show biz baby".
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