Name: Texas Tornado: Live From The Troubadour 1971
Brand: Sir Douglas Quintet

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LIB5116

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Limited edition

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2023-05-05

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Sir Douglas Quintet

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Wienerworld

Sir Douglas Quintet was a rock band active from 1964 to 1999, originating from San Antonio, Texas. Despite their British sounding name, they were known for their Tex-Mex sound. The band's most recognizable lineup included *Sir Douglas* (lead vocals, lead & rhythm guitars, bajo-sexto, fiddle), Augie Meyers (organ, piano, accordion, guitar, vocals), Frank Morin (saxophone, trumpet and keyboards), Harvey Kagan (bass), and Johnny Perez (drums). Over the years, the band also featured various talented musicians such as Doug "Cosmo" Clifford and Louie Ortega.

Throughout their career, Sir Douglas Quintet released several spinoff albums including [a1995068] in 1973 and [a339869] in 1976. Their unique blend of rock and Tex-Mex music set them apart from other bands of the time. With influences ranging from country to blues to R&B, their sound resonated with audiences worldwide.

If you enjoy the music of *Sir Douglas*, you may also appreciate similar artists such as Doug Sahm,Texas Tornados,and The Flying Burrito Brothers. These artists share a similar musical style or have collaborated with members of Sir Douglas Quintet at some point in their careers.

Recorded at the iconic Ash Grove, Santa Monica, in 1971, this live set has never been released and catches the Sir Douglas Quintet at their best on this CD debut.

 The setlist features The Sir Douglas Quintet hits 'She's About a Mover’ alongside the later 'Mendocino’ with six more floor- fillers. The band came out of the box swinging in 1965 with the international hit 'She's About a Mover’, charismatically fronted by Doug Sahm alongside Vox organ player Augie Meyers and a trio of talented musicians.They quickly established a fanbase in Texas before relocating their unique blend of regional Mexican conjunto and British Invasion flash to San Francisco. Legend has it that the group’s style was the innovation of producer Huey P. Meaux, who took a batch of Beatles and wine into a hotel room, emerging with the idea that they rhythmically resembled Cajun dance music – selling the concept to prodigal country artist Doug Sahm. The Quintet brought their flavourful Tex-Mex/British combination in full force to their regular tours, documented on this release during their short trip to the legendary Los Angeles nightclub, Ash Grove, in 1971.

Texas Tornado: Live From The Troubadour 1971

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