Terry Tyroff

Terry Tyroff was interviewed on November 25, 2025, while driving around San Antonio’s East and Southeast sides. This interview captures the lived history of the city’s mid‑20th‑century music scene through his memories as a longtime resident. Terry talked with us about everything from legendary country and R&B clubs on the East Side to the rise of the Sir Douglas Quintet. He recounted the places, people, and sounds that shaped the city—iconic venues like the Eastwood Country Club, the Farmer’s Daughter, and the Blue Note Lounge; disc jockey Joe Anthony and his influential record shop; and the early days of musicians like Doug Sahm. Terry’s stories paint a rich portrait of a San Antonio’s past and offer a glimpse into his own personal history and lifelong love for music.