About Mr Habitat - The Otter Space Band

Doug Powell, mandolin, guitar, vocals

"The first Otter." One day in the mid-'80's Doug approached me at an Austin gig, and suggested he join. He was right! A self-employed lighting engineer by day, he's had thirty years of music with Austin groups CPR, and Ain't Misbehavin'. The "go-to" guy in many respects, his electric mandolin style makes our sound unique. He has a talented family, with Nathan and Sophie growing up as "support" Otters!

Paul Pearcy, percussion, drums, vocals

"Pablo" is one of the most sought after percussionists in Austin, for sessions and gigs. Honored several times as "Best Drummer" in Austin Chronicle Music Polls, he's also a top notch studio producer. I know him as a boating dude, as well, former board member for the Texas River School, and good friend.

Beth Galiger, flute, saxophone, fiddle, vocals, kayaks

She is "classically trained" and plays it, but also in the classical genres of Austin folk circles: plays rock-a-billy with Jon Emery's big bands, jazz with Slim Richie's Jazz Pharaohs, and folk with everyone! Also a great session player, road musician, and river rat!

Bob Livingston, bass and acoustic guitar, vocals, character

"Cowboy Bob," the original "Lost Gonzo" of the early cosmic cowboy era! Side-kick to this day for Jerry Jeff Walker, he's come out on his own with his fabulous "Cowboys and Indians" album and project: applying thirty years of experience in India and the American West thru musical ambassadorship. We're lucky to get him when we can.