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West Of Texas
Country / 2-step / Western Swing

Hardcore Honky Tonk



Southern, California
United States

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Last Login:  11/25/2009
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   West Of Texas: General Info
Member Since11/30/2004
Band Websitewww.westoftexas.us
Band MembersJerry Zinn
Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitar

Jeremy Long
Lead Guitar, Pedal Steel & Piano

InfluencesRay Price, Merle Haggard, Dale Watson, BR5-49, Jim Reeves, Webb Pierce, Hank Williams, Lefty Frizzell, Johnny Bush, Johnny Paycheck, Bob Wills & his Texas Playboys, Faron Young, George Jones, Stanley Brothers, Bill Monroe, Gram Parsons, Buck Owens, Don Rich, Wynn Stewart, the Derailers, Uncle Tupelo, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam, Pete Anderson, Charley Pride, Dolly Parton, Porter Wagoner, Hawkshaw Hawkins, Ernest Tubb, Hank Thompson, Kitty Wells, Wanda Jackson, Loretta Lynn, Marty Stuart, Conway Twitty, Patsy Cline, Carter Family, Marty Robbins, Gene Autry, Mike Nesmith, Junior Brown, Johnny Horton, Nudie Suits, Dave Dudley, Del Reeves, Red Simpson, Dick Curless, Roy Clark, Jerry Reed, Red Sovine, Flatlanders, Spade Cooley, Waylon Jennings, Chet Atkins, Tennessee Ernie Ford, Jimmie Rodgers, Roger Miller, Tammy Wynette, Hank Snow, Speedy West & Jimmy Bryant, Nashville West, Clarence White, Merle Travis, Joe Maphis, Billy Joe Shaver, Bill Monroe, Stanley Brothers, Flatt & Scruggs, Elvis, Moe Bandy, Don Gibson, Maddox Brothers & Rose, Roy Acuff, Roy Rogers, Commander Cody, Bill Kirchen, Harlan Howard, James Burton, Albert Lee, Flying Burrito Brothers, Byrds, Scotty Moore, Carl Perkins, Tony Booth, Jim Lauderdale, Red Meat, Redd Volkaert, Darrell McCall, Connie Smith, Kay Adams,


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Sounds LikeHeartaches, Hangovers & Honky Tonks
Record LabelIndie


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   About West Of Texas
Southeast of the skyscrapers and neon lights of Los Angeles is where the band West of Texas meet to write their songs. These boys take their influences from the heroes of Classic & Outlaw Country. It’s a sound that captures the Bakersfield Twang, Texas Shuffles, Western Swing, Truck Drivin’ radio shows and Nashville tunes that came crackling over the AM band over 30 years ago.

The band was formed in 2003 by Jerry Zinn. As the song writer, he knew early on that he needed to and would eventually play country music. The problem was finding musicians that could breathe new life into the sound of traditional country. After spending a few years living in Northern California, he stumbled across the local scene, and it became apparent that he wasn’t alone. Inspired by the tight-knit group of musicians, he returned to Southern California, with notebooks full of songs written over the years. He was determined to honor the legends while creating his own version of the classics.

Some have said West of Texas bring back the sound of the legendary Palomino Club, with their timeless sound and hard hitting Honky Tonk. Others have said the only thing missing from the bands live shows is chicken wire in front of the stage and saw dust on the floor. A few notes into the bands energetic live show and you’ll be toe tapping, two stepping or swinging along. So belly-up to the bar and listen to their songs of heartaches, hangovers, and honky tonks.

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DARRIN STOUT

DARRIN STOUT



Nov 25 2009 5:14 PM

DARRIN STOUT 1954 Gibson ES-350 Guitar Rockabilly
Chris Sugarballs Sprague and his 18 Wheelers

Chris Sugarballs Sprague and his 18 Wheelers



Nov 24 2009 6:41 PM

Redwood Flyer 11/29/09
Baby Snakes

Baby Snakes



Nov 20 2009 4:36 AM

Howdy friends, we've got 3 shows coming up
Dec. 2 @ Blue Cafe Huntington Beach
Dec. 10 @ Doll Hut
Dec. 16 @ Old Town Pub Pasadena
az cow girl

az cow girl



Oct 23 2009 4:53 PM

THANKU FOR ADDING ME
Arlie E.

Arlie E.



Oct 23 2009 1:55 AM

Hey thanks for the friendship add. It's nice of you to respond. I like that western swing sound of your's. It's great to have you as a friend, God bless you in your life and music.
Vern Gosdin - 40 Years of The Voice

Vern Gosdin - 40 Years of The Voice



Oct 19 2009 10:00 PM

americana-uk

americana-uk



Oct 13 2009 9:38 PM

Hello,

New tracks up on the site this month from Dropkick, Little Tybee, The Os and Uncle Jeff and jolyl good they all are too so please check them out.

Happy listening
HARRIETTE

HARRIETTE



Oct 5 2009 5:24 PM

Hi Jerry, Just in the nerghborhood and thought I would say hi. Hop everything is well...Take care and Hi to the band...
THE HIGHBINDERS

THE HIGHBINDERS



Oct 2 2009 5:31 PM


 

Dale Peterson

Dale Peterson



Sep 21 2009 10:03 PM

Hey Jerry - It was a blast Sunday. See you around - Dale
americana-uk

americana-uk



Sep 14 2009 4:57 PM

Hello again,

This month we mostly have Catie Curtis (with a Richard Thompson cover), Lindsay Fuller and The Cheap Dates (and who amongst us isn't?), Josh Fix with a track from the well-titled album This Town Is Starting To Make Me Angry and the rather lovely Red Rooster.

Happy listening
Gary Brandin

Gary Brandin



Sep 14 2009 4:56 PM

Thanks Jerry!
HEINRICH XIII AND THE DEVILGRASS PICKERS

HEINRICH XIII AND THE DEVILGRASS PICKERS



Sep 8 2009 7:45 PM

thanks a lot for adding us! we really appreciate it!
STRAIGHT, TRUE & HELLBOUND
heinrich

www.heinrich13.com


John

John



Sep 8 2009 7:43 PM

Just passing by here for a listen, guys. Sounding good! Hope you've had a nice weekend.

John
HARRIETTE

HARRIETTE



Sep 4 2009 3:15 AM

Great profile photo Jerry.....How is everything going? See you are keeping busy...Take care..
RSN

RSN



Aug 12 2009 4:12 AM

just droppin by to say hey; still working on getting down there to join you for a thirsty thursday - it sucks drinking alone ;D

peace
rsn
BOBBIE

BOBBIE



Aug 12 2009 4:12 AM

Have a great weekend!!

Bobbie
Vern Gosdin - 40 Years of The Voice

Vern Gosdin - 40 Years of The Voice



Aug 6 2009 2:52 AM

Lisa and Her Kin

Lisa and Her Kin



Jul 28 2009 4:44 AM

Hey West Of Texas-we are coming your way......hope to see you this weekend......I really wanna t-shirt!
The Ukettes

The Ukettes



Jul 28 2009 4:44 AM

Nice show, yesterday!! Xoxo Mama Laura
Barty

Barty



Jul 24 2009 1:21 AM

Thanks for the add!

Cheers,

Barty
Exilados

Exilados



Jul 22 2009 12:35 AM

HI WEST OF TEXAS!!!!!!!!!!
THANX 4 THE ADD !!!
CHEERS & BEERS!!!!!
Big Valley Rangers

Big Valley Rangers



Jul 20 2009 4:14 PM


 

Charliehorse

Charliehorse



Jun 28 2009 3:44 AM


Younger-Hail

Younger-Hail



Jun 28 2009 5:40 PM

HEY NOW!! Well this is MY kind of MUSIC!! Can't get enough of this great sound...
Dave Younger
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