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Steeped in the classic honky-tonk sounds of yesteryear, the Palominos bring to the stage an era that’s long gone but far from forgotten, playing a toe-tapping sound alongside Buck Owens in a roadside nightclub named after the revered golden horse.
The San Diego band formed in early 2006 with brothers Thomas and James Zurek (on guitar and bass). Thomas played short stints with the Grazers and the Barnyard Ballers, all the while working to master his twangin’ telecaster that is front and center at every show and forms the bedrock of the Palominos sound. James, besides picking on his guitar and banjo, spent years building up a sizeable collection of vintage country records which in turn provides the audio blueprint for the band. The newest member of the band is Lance Hawkins. Born and raised in Southern California, Lance has been singing classic country all his life. He has been a friend of the band for many years and we are pleased that he is now able to assume lead vocals. We are excited about his addition and know that fans of the Palominos will welcome him with open arms. We are working up new material and hope to start playing again real soon.
Donning vintage-inspired western wear and playing on period instruments, the Palominos boys bring an old-time sound to a modern-day crowd that hits the dance floor as quick as you can say, “Here I am, I’m drunk again.”
Is it a classic cover or a Palominos original? You won’t be able to tell, though the band increasingly performs its own work.
The Palominos have shared a stage with touring artists Deke Dickerson and Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys, as well as San Diego’s own Cash’d Out, to name a few.
When the guitar starts to twang and the drums start their shuffle, you’ll feel the pull of the dance floor.
At a Palominos show, if you’re not dancing, you’re not living.
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