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1. The Outlaws are Southern rock band formed in Tampa, FL.
2. The Outlaws were a house band for Joe Meek's recording studio.
1) The Outlaws are Southern rock band formed in Tampa, FL in 1972 by singers/guitarists Hughie Thomasson and Henry Paul, bassist Frank O'Keefe, and drummer Monte Yoho. With the 1973 addition of guitarist Billy Jones, the lineup was complete, and after a year of intense touring the band became the first act signed to Arista under Clive Davis; the Outlaws' self-titled 1975 album spotlighted their Eagles-influenced harmonies and Allman Brothers-like guitar attack, yielding the Top 40 hit "There Goes Another Love Song."
Harvey Dalton Arnold replaced O'Keefe on bass in time for the recording of Bill Szymczyk-produced Hurry Sundown. Henry Paul left shortly after the completion of that album, replaced by Freddie Salem. Old friend David Dix joined as a second drummer. Dix had played in teen bands with Thomasson. Dix was first heard on the live set Bring It Back Alive and the studio effort Playin' to Win. The lineup shuffles continued when Arnold announced his departure following 1979's In the Eye of the Storm, with bassist Rick Cua recruited for the next year's Ghost Riders in the Sky, which netted a Top 40 entry with its title track, a rendition of the Vaughn Monroe favorite. Yoho left to rejoin Henry Paul soon after, and with the subsequent exit of Jones, only Thomasson remained from the original Outlaws roster — not surprisingly, the group disbanded upon completing 1982's Los Hombres Malo. A year later Thomasson and Paul formed a new Outlaws lineup, with Steve Grisham on guitar. That resulted in1986's Soldiers of Fortune, Paul again quit the band. Grisham also had left and was replaced by a young Chris Anderson who became an integral part of the reunion tour in 2005.
In the early 90's,Thomasson kept on with the help of Chris Hicks on guitar and they with B.B. Borden on drums and Jeff Howell on bass released Hittin The Road and Diablo Canyon. Thomasson was then offered a gig with Lynyrd Skynyrd and took it, remaining with them until the end of 2004.
In early 2005 The Outlaws reunited with original members Thomasson, Henry Paul, Monte Yoho and former Outlaw from the 80's Chris Anderson with newcomers Randy Threet on bass, Dave Robbins on keyboards and also the return of drummer David Dix.
After 2005 ended, Paul and Robbins left. Thomasson, Anderson, Threet, Dix, Yoho and Anderson continued to tour and completed an album, "Once An Outlaw". Before it could be released, Thomasson died at his home in brooksville, Florida of a heart attack on Septemeber 9, 2007.
In early 2008 Henry Paul rejoined, bringing along with him former Henry Paul Band guitarist Billy Crain, and Brothers of the Southland keyboardist Jon Coleman. David Dix was no longer part of the lineup.
In July 2010, Coleman left to join Trace Adkins, and Dave Robbins came back.
The current band has recorded new songs as a "Demo".
The estate of Thomasson took on a legal battle with the current lineup. After a year and a half battle the court ruled in favor of Paul and company continuing to be able to perform as the Outlaws. Mrs.Thomasson appealed, but shortly after dropped the appeal.
The Outlaws hit the scene when Southern Rock was becoming a force to be reckoned with. Sharing the scene with bands like The Allman Brother's Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Marshal Tucker, and the Charlie Daniel's Band they had big shoes to fill. Blazing 3 guitar leads were a trademark of this "Cowboy-rock" group. Big hits included "Ghost Riders (In the Sky)" and "There goes Another Love Song" as well as the epic "Green Grass and High Tides".
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2) The Outlaws were a house band for Joe Meek's recording studio. They were originally formed to back Mike Berry for his 1960 single "Set Me Free", and went on to record several singles of their own from '61-'65, mostly instrumental. Among their ranks were notable musicians such as Ritchie Blackmore, Chas Hodges, Mick Underwood, Bobby Graham and Hot Chocolate's Harvey Hinsley.
Hurry Sundown
Outlaws Lyrics
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They were waiting for the dust of an outlaw, Sundown was his name
As the midnight hour grew closer, and the sky begins to fall
You can see their shadow by the light of the moon
They had heard the gypsys call
CHORUS
Ooh, ooh, Hurry Sundown
She had hair as black as darkness, eyes of emerald green
She will sing no more, or dance again or shake a tambourine
They had taken her away, she was dead and gone, hear the gypsies sing
CHORUS
Silver devils in his holsters, stars strapped to his heels
There was fire in his eyes, they say that he was dressed to kill
He had hands as fast as lightning, a heart as cold as steel
He had come for the one that took her life, lying in Boothill
CHORUS
(Repeat first verse)
The lyrics to Outlaws' song "Hurry Sundown" depict a group of gypsies dancing around a campfire, eagerly awaiting the arrival of an outlaw named Sundown. The tension builds as midnight approaches and the gypsies can sense Sundown's presence by the light of the moon. The chorus urges Sundown to hurry up and come, as if anticipating a confrontation or a reckoning.
The second verse introduces a female character with striking features - black hair, emerald green eyes, and a beautiful singing voice. However, the gypsies mourn her death and she will never sing or dance again. The third verse describes Sundown as a dangerous and vengeful figure, with silver devil's in his holsters and fire in his eyes. He is seeking vengeance against the one who took the woman's life, and is ready to face them in Boothill - a cemetery reserved for gunfighters and outlaws.
Overall, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of a tense, dangerous situation - with the gypsies and Sundown both driven by a sense of urgency and a desire for justice. The song captures the spirit of the Wild West and the mythos of the outlaw - a figure who lives outside the law but is driven by a strong moral code and a need to stand up for what's right.
Line by Line Meaning
Gypsy's dance around the campfire, shook their tambourines
A group of gypsies were dancing and playing tambourines around a campfire in anticipation.
They were waiting for the dust of an outlaw, Sundown was his name
They were waiting for an outlaw named Sundown to arrive, represented by the dust he would kick up on his approach.
As the midnight hour grew closer, and the sky begins to fall
As midnight approached, the sky darkened.
You can see their shadow by the light of the moon
The gypsies' shadows were visible due to the light of the moon.
They had heard the gypsys call
Sundown was drawn to the gypsies by their call or song.
Ooh, ooh, Hurry Sundown
Chorus - Represents the urgency and anticipation of Sundown's arrival and the justice he will bring.
She had hair as black as darkness, eyes of emerald green
Describes a woman who had black hair and green eyes.
And her voice was soft and tender, oooh she could sing
The woman had a gentle and beautiful singing voice.
She will sing no more, or dance again or shake a tambourine
The woman has died and will never sing, dance or play tambourine again.
They had taken her away, she was dead and gone, hear the gypsies sing
The gypsies mourn the loss of the woman and sing in her memory.
Silver devils in his holsters, stars strapped to his heels
Sundown had silver-colored handguns and decorative stars on his boots.
There was fire in his eyes, they say that he was dressed to kill
Sundown had a fierce look in his eyes and was prepared to use lethal force.
He had hands as fast as lightning, a heart as cold as steel
Sundown was skilled and deadly with his weapons and had no mercy for those who had wronged him.
He had come for the one that took her life, lying in Boothill
Sundown had come to avenge the woman's death, and the killer was buried in Boothill cemetery.
Ooh, ooh, Hurry Sundown
Chorus - Reiterating the urgency and anticipation of Sundown's justice.
(Repeat first verse)
The first verse is repeated to close the song, emphasizing the cyclical nature of violence and retribution in the old west.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HUGHIE THOMASSON
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jakeh
words cant even describe how much I love this song
Terry Camp
Henry Paul is a good friend of mine...he's a great person, so nice
Terry Camp
I don't have the words either, but in my opinion , Southern Rock is the BEST!!!!😜❤❤❤
Bill Rom
Don't try to explain. Just love it
Michael Grabar
💕
Aznan Aziz
Henry Paul Band ..Grey Ghost album
Mortimer Snerd
One of about 10 songs that still gives me goosebumps: In particular, the guitar riff at 1:20 +/-. I saw these boys in '76 with Lynyrd Skynyrd in Norman, OK. Outlaws blew Skynyrd away!
Daniel Whitaker
The Guitar Army!
Never missed a chance to see Outlaws anytime they were even close to Florida.
midnight rider71
Mortimer Snerd That doesn't surprise me OUTLAWS RULE🎸🎸🎸🎸
johnny foosball
rooster0104 Skynyrd was a great live band but I wouldn't put my money on anyone outplaying Hughie Thommason live