About Us

Amber Dewar aka "Bo" - Amber, affectionately known as Bo in Bo and the Hobos, has been singing since her earliest days, with her heart constantly beating to her own rhythm. Growing up in the vibrant 70s and nurtured by her father's vintage vinyl collection, featuring legends like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and the Beatles, Bo honed a remarkable vocal range and versatility that spans soul, blues, jazz standards, and country. Her musical journey began in choirs and singing groups, gradually evolving to acoustic jam sessions and ultimately forming a full-fledged band. With unmatched passion and powerhouse vocals, she has an undeniable ability to elevate any performance to new heights.  

Heidi Albert-Salas is our versatile saxophonist, skilled flute player, and talented backup vocalist.  Heidi's ability to seamlessly switch between instruments and add rich harmonies to our music brings a fresh and soulful dynamic  to our sound.. Get ready for some seriously groovy vibes with Heidi is on board!  

Alexander Jed Sejera, the versatile bass player hailing from Southern California. In addition to holding down the rhythm on bass guitar, Alexander seamlessly contributes his skills to keyboards and stand-up bass within the band.  A self-taught musician, he's not only a skilled player but also a collaborator, contributing to multiple bands in the San Diego area.

Tim Orrohood is our guitarist.  Tim came to us as a sub for a show, we had so much fun we welcomed him to stay, and wow!  The Fun has started!  Tim is an amazing guitarist who puts the extra effort in and you will be impressed!  Come see how this seasoned pro fits right in and keeps the crowd rocking.   

 Barry Farrar,  Drummer.  Farrar's jazz roots run deep and he was raised in a musical family. His father, Barry Farrar Sr., was a celebrated sax player and was very active in the fertile SD jazz scene during the 50s and 60s. Barry was exposed to great jazz as a child and started playing trumpet early on and switched to drums in 6th grade. Barry had a keen interest in Jazz and studied the history of this great music and ended up joining the team at JAZZ 88.3 in 1980. His love for Miles, Coltrane, Art Blakey and the legendary jazz players keeps him excited about the music. Barry plays drums in Lower Left and was a charter member of the Jazz88 All-Stars. Barry leads The Derringers (Blues group) and The Blue Rockit band as well as doing lots of freelance work. On Jazz88 his programs (The Jazz Ritual, Round Midnight, and Percussive Profiles) air weekly on Jazz 88.3. 

In 2023, our band was born 🎉. We’re a group of folks who share a crazy passion for music 🎶, and from day one, we’ve been all about making something special. Collaboration is our secret sauce 🤝. Each of us brings our own flavor to the table, mixing up ideas and sounds that don’t quite fit into one box 🎧. It’s been an amazing ride so far, and we’re just getting started, exploring new vibes and pushing boundaries together 🚀.

Bo & the HoBos is all about versatility 🌈. Whether we're jamming at a local bar 🍻, bringing the energy to a party 🕺, adding some soul to a corporate gig 💼, or giving a wedding that extra spark 💍, our music connects with people from all walks of life. We pride ourselves on being able to adapt to the vibe of any place, creating the perfect atmosphere wherever we go 🎤. We don’t just play; we make sure to leave a mark ✨.

We can’t express enough how much we appreciate the fans and the incredible support we’ve had along the way 🙏. You’ve been with us since the start, and we couldn’t have come this far without you ❤️. The road ahead is paved with more music, more memories, and more good times together 🎸. Let’s keep riding this wave! 🌊