Description
Texas Tornado: Live From The Troubadour 1971 captures the Sir Douglas Quintet in a rare and electrifying live setting, showcasing the band's signature blend of Tex-Mex, rock & roll, and R&B at the height of their powers. Fronted by Doug Sahm and anchored by Augie Meyers' unmistakable Vox organ sound, the performance reflects the loose, party-driven energy that made the group a defining force in roots-driven American rock.
Recorded at the legendary Troubadour in Los Angeles, this previously unreleased set offers a raw and immediate snapshot of the band's live chemistry. Anchored by hits like "She's About a Mover" and "Mendocino," the performance moves effortlessly between danceable grooves, soulful ballads, and regional influences drawn from conjunto, blues, and early rock traditions. Tracks like "Tortilla Flats," "Dynamite Woman," and "And It Didn't Even Bring Me Down" highlight the band's ability to fuse styles into a sound that feels both deeply rooted and effortlessly spontaneous.
This archival release not only preserves a long-lost live recording, but also underscores the Sir Douglas Quintet's role in shaping a distinctly Texan approach to rock music--one that blurred cultural and musical boundaries long before it became commonplace. Texas Tornado: Live From The Troubadour 1971 stands as an essential document of a band whose influence continues to resonate across genres.
Track Listing
- She's About A Mover
- Tortilla Flats
- Be Real
- Mendocino
- Glad For Your Sake
- Heya. Heya
- And It Didn't Even Bring Me Down
- Dynamite Woman
Additional Details
Label: Liberation Hall
Genre: Pop/Rock
Run Time: 29:25 mins
Region: 0
Release Date: 04/21/23
UPC: 089353511623