Meet the Band

Tony Legner
Guitar and Vocals

Tony's love of music began at an early age. With a father who was a professional musician leading and performing in numerous bands-including his own. Music was a constant presence in the Legner household. Regular rehearsals with a twelve-piece ensemble in the family basement further fueled Tony's musical curiosity. Inspired by this vibrant environment, Tony took piano and guitar lessons before landing his first gig in his cousin's rock cover band, a role he held for three years throughout early high school.

While attending college, Tony pursued a career in the culinary arts, working his way through various restaurants and refining his skills. This dedication led to a successful 50-year career as a professional chef.

Although still active in the culinary world, Tony has recently embraced a slower pace, allowing him to rekindle his childhood passion for music. This time with a focus on the guitar. A chance meeting on the golf course with Chris Hilbrich, a drummer extraordinaire, led to the formation of the original Bluestown band, marking an exciting new chapter in Tony's lifelong musical journey.

Matt Johnston
Bass and Vocals

Matt's love for music, of all genres, goes back as far as he can remember. By the age of 13 he saved enough money to buy his first bass guitar. In high school, he played in a number of rock bands. Eventually, he co-founded the band Warpath and began playing clubs and events. That band morphed into the metal band known as Empty.

In the early 90's he was certified as an Audio Engineer by the Audio Engineering Institute. Running sound at live music events and working with the San Antonio cover band, The Max, he learned a lot about the art of live music and recording.

The band days faded in the late 90's giving way to his career in the computer/IT field. Always fascinated with electronics and recording he built a home studio where he has been recording over the years.

A fortuitous chain of events introduced Matt to Tony Legner. Shortly after meeting, Bluestown found themselves looking for a bass player. The rest is history. His audio recording studio, The Cave, is seeing a lot of action these days.

Matt Hesley
Harmonica and Vocals

A veteran player with long experience, Matt first began jamming on harmonica with high-school friends in the mid 1970's. He recalls that "At one point there were five of us, all playing harp together around the neighborhoods and our school." Matt is a California native and transplanted Texan, and has worked with gospel, blues and country bands in North Texas, the Hill Country and the Coastal Bend. His retro playing style is influenced by Little Walter Jacobs, Big Walter Horton, Roly Platt and Paul Butterfield among others.

Richard “Stackalicious” Stack
Vocals and other noise makers

Being a singer in a Blues Band was never on his radar… He grew up in a very musical family in Pittsburgh, PA… So a love for music was embedded in his soul… But Rich never pursued a musical career, he just enjoyed it… He was a total jock from birth, playing all sports throughout his life… He moved to Houston in 1981 where he landed a job in the electrical field as a Utility Lineman… After 42 years as a lineman, he retired, moved to Rockport and golfs everyday.. Through golf, he developed a friendship with Chris and Tony and started to follow the original Bluestown Band.

His desire to be a sports announcer, his love to dabble in Karaoke and the daily theatrical singing in the shower was his path to Bluestown.

Scarlett Embrey
Vocals, Keyboards, and Guitar

Scarlett Olson Embrey, artist, musician and entrepreneur from San Antonio, Texas, has been captivating audiences with her voice and passion for music since stepping onto the stage at just 11 years old, performing in musical theater at the historic Josephine Theater in San Antonio. Her early love for the arts led her to college in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she studied under a classical opera singer while also honing her skills in studio art.

During studies abroad in Mexico, her music path took an exciting turn with a tour in Mexico City alongside the Latin Rock band Asallam, igniting a love for blending cultures and styles. After moving to Austin as a transfer student and graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, Scarlett built a vibrant music career spanning more than two decades. She performed with renowned acts like The Brew featuring the Rodriguez Brothers at iconic venues such as the Elephant Room, Speakeasy, Cedar Street, the Oasis, and more.

In 2003, Scarlett formed her own Latin Jazz band, lighting up legendary stages like Antone’s, a venue steeped in music history. In 2009, she collaborated with Grammy-winning producer Michael Ramos, co-writing and recording an album that highlighted her Latin roots, her artistry and versatility.

In 2011, Scarlett launched a band featuring all-original music, earning a residency at the Continental Club Gallery and performing on the main stage at the iconic Continental Club and also at local music festivals. These performances further cemented her reputation as a dynamic and innovative artist and songwriter.

Currently, Scarlett is both a musician and real estate developer, channeling her lifelong passion of creativity into all aspects of life and business. She is working on a new album of original music, set to release in late 2025. With her rich history of performances, collaborations, and creative endeavors, she continues to inspire and connect with audiences through her music and artistry.

Jeff "El Jefe" Anderson
Guitar and Vocals

Jeff "El Jefe" Allen was born in 1957 in Corpus Christi, Texas, and developed a love for music after seeing The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1964. He began playing guitar at a young age, initially learning left-handed before switching to right-handed. His early musical journey included jamming with friends, playing in various bands, and performing in school talent shows. Jeff moved to Nashville at 16, where he joined a church band, then relocated to Denver before returning to Texas. His career took off as he played in several bands, including Cactus Creek, Sam Neely’s band, and later formed his own group, The Detectives. Throughout the '80s, he continued to perform and record, building his reputation as a talented musician.

In 1988, Jeff released his debut album, El Jefe’, with the help of Stevie Ray Vaughan's Double Trouble. Over the next decade, he toured extensively and recorded multiple albums, including a follow-up to El Jefe’ in 1991. He later built his own studio, Studio 1621, and later moved to Tapatio Springs, where he continued his music career. By 2004, he released two new albums, The Fever Sessions and Shine, showcasing his versatility.

Jeff currently resides in Corpus Christi, where he continues to write and produce music from his newest recording studio and record label, Sessions West.